Off Air... with Jane and Fi

Jane is in Yorkshire whilst Fi heads to Surrey in preparation for election night so this episode is brought to you via the wonders of modern technology. Jane is hoping for romance by the curly wurly stand and Fi is practising the phrase 'Jeremy Hunt's Count'.

Plus Fi speaks to Griffin Dunne, actor and director, about his memoir 'The Friday Afternoon Club'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

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Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are back in full swing with more of your window cleaner tales, all very suitable for the airwaves...just. Plus, net curtain chat! Yes, it is still 2024 last time we checked.

They're also joined by David Baddiel who discusses his new book 'My Family'

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi.

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are reunited and it feels so good! They discuss the need for electric hot rods, Jane's small cactus and window cleaner etiquette.

They are joined by Geoff Norcott, comedian and writer, discussing his new book 'The British Bloke Decoded'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi.

Podcast Producer: Hannah Quinn

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane has returned from her week off refreshed but is missing one Fi Glover - so until then, Times Radio's Matt Chorley keeps the seat warm. They talk Larry the Cat, drunken election night stomps around the newsroom and why every politician has the potential to be funny. (Fi is back tomorrow)

Jane also speaks to political historian Sir Anthony Seldon about his new book 'The Conservative Effect, 2010–2024: 14 Wasted Years?'

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. In this half, they answer audience questions and discuss retirement, worst interviewees and hand out some highly-coveted tote bags.

Jane will be back on Monday with a special guest presenter (normal service resumes on Tuesday)...

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. They're joined on stage by Richard Coles to discuss his latest novel 'Murder at the Monastery'. They discuss fake tan, who God would vote for and getting mistaken for Dumbledore...

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are about to break up for their summer holidays but there's much to cover before that... In this episode Jane and Fi discuss funeral flowers, Dora's needs and Colin and Connie. Plus, Mystic Garv makes one more appearance before Jane goes on her holidays... Sit tight for that.

Also, Jane speaks to biographer and journalist Tom Bower about his new book 'The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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The festivities continue for Jane's impending birthday with several Colins en route - no expense has been spared! After she's finished opening some cards, they discuss blushing, draughts and Jane's toes.

Plus, Jane speaks to actress Jill Halfpenny about her memoir 'A Life Reimagined: My Journey of Hope in the Midst of Loss'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane is reflecting on her upcoming birthday and Fi has some hard truths about the milestone... They also chat riding sidesaddle, cruises and retirement plans.

Plus, Fi speaks to BBC reporter Ashley John-Baptiste about his memoir 'Looked After: A Childhood in Care'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Mystic Jane is defending her predictions after a weekend of football. More to come on that front... They also discuss milestone birthdays, pro and cons of France and the lunch hour.

Plus, Fi speaks to leading human rights barrister Susie Alegre about her book ‘Human Rights, Robot Wrongs’.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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This Friday we're sharing an episode of a brand new podcast from The Times.

It's called Your History, and each week it uses the obituary pages of The Times to tell the stories of important and fascinating lives. This week Anna Temkin, deputy obituaries editor at The Times, explores the lives of TV doctor Michael Mosley and pioneering astronaut Bill Anders.

You can hear future episodes by following Your History wherever you listen to Off Air...with Jane and Fi.

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Jane and Fi are 'bigging up Britain' and some of their suggestions are a bit of a stretch... Do get in touch if you can do any better! They also cover wild wees, mass risotto and sizzling sausages.

Plus, mother-daughter duo Andi and Miquita Oliver discuss the new series of their podcast 'Stirring It Up'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane survived Redcar and she has some thoughts she'd like to share... brace yourselves! Then there's more motor-home tales, advice on ticks and a tiny bit of political chat (despite promises to the contrary).

Plus, art historian Katy Hessel joins Jane to discuss her podcast 'Death of an Artist'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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In case you haven't heard (you must be the only one), Jane is in Redcar on the election bus. Times Radio's Matt Chorley fills in today as a double threat: co-presenter and guest. Fi and Matt chat wrap-around ads, shy righties and Trump.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane is climbing aboard the Times Radio broadcasting bus and she's making sure everyone knows about it! Then there's more chats of motor homes, warmed milk and early political memories.

Plus, journalist and broadcaster Jon Ronson stops by to discuss his podcast 'Things Fell Apart'.

Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Mystic Garv is back and she's got some quite rogue predictions... There's also lots of vehicle-chat so keep your ears peeled for mentions of Ted Heath's yacht, motor-homes and the Times Radio election bus... Variety is the spice of life!

Plus, Fi speaks to author Harlan Coben about his latest novel 'Think Twice'.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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In today's show, Jane and Fi chat about the hierarchy of pain, carriages for cats and things that grow in the dark.

They are also joined by Tom Kerridge, chef and TV presenter, who speaks about his new cook book 'Tom Kerridge Cooks Britain'.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

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Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Times Radio Producer: Eve Salusbury

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Fi is sadly unwell today so Jane is flying solo. There's more chat of dogs in buggies, Bull's Blood and some important points made on care. Plus, she's joined by best-selling author Colm Tóibín to discuss his new book 'Long Island'.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury

Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane and Fi are back from Sheffield and feeling good! They chat the price of wagyu beef, dogs in pushchairs and confusing bin systems.

Plus, Fi speaks to actor and comedian Doon Mackichan about her career and memoir 'My Lady Parts'.

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

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Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury

Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler

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Jane's received some criticism in the inbox and she's ready to tackle it head on! Don't say we're not fair... After that, they chat surgical stockings, cacao nibs and latex cat-suits.

Plus, Fi speaks to the executive editor of Loaded World Danni Levy about the resurgence of the magazine.

You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 

If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio

Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi

Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury

Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.