Off Air with Jane & Fi

On the front line of bants (with Ruth Jones)

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi chat throughFi is a vision in burnt orange and Jane doesn’t have drool on her but you wouldn’t know that as they aren’t in front of ...

The fun bus of feminism (with Wes Streeting)

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are reunited after a week apart, and to celebrate, the podcast is being filmed. They're discussing Jane's decolletage, if anyone has ever ...

Pelvic floor exercises on the radio (with Rob Rinder)

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fi and Louise (The Minch) Minchin are back with a final episode of Off Air together before Jane returns next week.They cover when you should do your p...

Tech is my rage place (with Daisy Goodwin)

28 Jun 2023

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Fi and Louise are being very brave using a new studio... next door to their usual one.They cover awkward interviews, why it matters what side of the s...

Profane and profound (with Wendy Mitchell)

27 Jun 2023

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Fi and Louise have shaken up the routine and recorded this episode of Off Air before they've done the live show (no one tell Jane we let them do that,...

The Pavlov's dog of Times Radio (with Louise Minchin)

26 Jun 2023

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Louise Minchin joins Fi for today's episode of Off Air, while Jane is off enjoying her holiday (in her own words, 'splurging on Elton!').They cover re...

Every picnic needs a tart (with Karin Slaughter)

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi have decided they bring out the worst in each other, but they're here nonetheless to talk about horror films, more erotic novels, and fail...

Comparing your manhood to a chipolata (with Peter Andre)

21 Jun 2023

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Jane and Fi are having 'all the fun of the fair' at work today as they talk about what women want on television, what to call an erotic novel, and how...

Does nobody speak their mind in the South of England?

20 Jun 2023

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Jane and Fi glide through today's episode, touching on all the important bits - from the decline of local newspapers to the waning tradition of thank ...

Why do we keep 'putting off' talking about the care system? [With Emily Kenway]

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi roll through a host of different topics on today's episode - from holiday luggage to men's underwear, Fi's love of Coldplay and Britain's ...

A urine-soaked bus-stop and a Londis (with Richard Coles)

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are about to head off to their belated Christmas dinner... in the middle of June.But they're here with another bumper episode of former Pr...

She's got her iced buns out (with Sally Gunnell)

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are very excited about their recent desk move - but they've just about got time to speak about general elections, Miriam Margolyes in a gl...

I'm actually quite cynical about everybody (with Bob Harris)

13 Jun 2023

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The heat just keeps getting to Jane as she becomes borderline delirious in this episode. They also chat Jane's intentions to get in the House of Lords...

Can you hear the sounds of Elephant and Castle?

12 Jun 2023

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The heat has got Jane and Fi in a bit of a tizzy! They discuss 'self appointed characters', hating Coldplay and Fi provides another uncomfortable beep...

Not many people have actually walked into an oven… (with Judy Murray)

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are talking about Jane’s gift of the second sight, getting angry about idioms, and asking why we can hear the British couple shouting at...

It is odd that he didn't have any genitalia (with Sathnam Sanghera)

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi talk cat wounds, mint chocolate buttons and sliding into DMs...They're joined by journalist and writer Sathnam Sanghera to talk about his ...

The Archers is to you what Succession is to me (with Diana Evans)

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi chat male contraception, London's transportation system and syphilis... as you do. They’re joined by novelist Diana Evans to discuss he...

I've got these huge knickers, do you want them? (with Gareth Thomas)

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are very excited because they've launched an instagram account! You can get involved by following @JaneandFi. Plus rugby legend Gareth Th...

Am I potty-mouthed?

01 Jun 2023

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Jane is looking for a trucker's tan and a couple of burgers, while Fi is singing a little song about boob separators... They're joined by Ukrainian wr...

Never ending dance floors of heaven (with DJ Fat Tony)

31 May 2023

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Jane and Fi get stuck into some award winning journalism and discuss the afterlife, being a bridesmaid, and some 'frin-tastic' emails.They're joined b...

I don't believe in jet-lag (with Sir David Omand)

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane has just about recovered from jet-lag after her trip to Glasgow a month ago. So much so that she considered a trip to B&Q this bank holiday M...

A vigorous seesaw manoeuvre

29 May 2023

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Jane and Fi are busy sunning themselves this bank holiday Monday but they took the time to record an email special. From Joe and the Juice to over-plu...

The cheese calls to you (with Alvin Hall)

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle up for an extra existential episode, because Jane and Fi are asking if life would be easier as a sherbet fountain? Or maybe a two-fingered slot...

Maybe they were just drunk (with Gary Kemp)

24 May 2023

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Is a tabard a housecoat? Is a housecoat a tabard? And what's a dressing gown? Jane and Fi are asking the big questions in today's podcast. They're jo...

What kind of tog is your summer dressing gown? (With Jo Nesbø)

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi grapple with the difference between a house coat and a dressing gown and Jane shares the savage lessons she learnt from the time she strok...

Another day, another buttock (with Stephen Mangan)

22 May 2023

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Jane and Fi have swapped chairs for today's episode and it's causing chaos. They attempt some serious questions about flatulence when they're joined b...

A calming, cold flannel of a person

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are talking about pet insurance that's a trifle suspicious, the little moments of joy in raising toddlers and, of course, sex. They're joi...

Head first into an absolutely delicious meal...

17 May 2023

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Fi's shower is juddering and Jane reckons we should get the plumbers in to have a look...Plus, Claire Powell finally joins them ‘Off Air’ to discu...

Let loose on Noddy (with Jacqueline Wilson)

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once Fi's finished eating her tuna sandwich, she and Jane get to work planning their twin room in the News UK Retirement Home for the Complex and Dema...

I've blinked twice...let me out! (with Annie Mac)

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jane & Fi take you through the mechanics of shopping in John Lewis, the tricky dynamics of sex in a long-term relationships, and ...

An orgy in suburbia

11 May 2023

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Following an afternoon of slightly challenging radio performance, Jane and Fi bring you an all email special. There's plenty to discuss - like what ex...

These enormous knickers are on and they stay on (with Joanne Harris)

10 May 2023

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Another joyous episode and this time Jane and Fi are talking the joys of naked swimming, elasticated clothing and the controversial twirl.Plus, they'r...

Helping Grandma into her girdle

09 May 2023

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Jane and Fi plan their re-enactment of the coronation and make their apologies to Jane's late cat Mittens, who is definitely an 'Off Air' fan. They're...

Covered in Coronation glitter and glitz (with Emma Bridgewater and the American Viscountess)

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One more sleep until Coronation day, and Jane and Fi are struggling to contain their excitement. So, they're bringing you an extra special coronation ...

Someone alert Westminster council that the clock face is broken!

04 May 2023

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It’s the final episode before the Coronation on Saturday and hopefully you’re not sick of it yet because Jane and Fi come to you live from a balco...

Strangled by our robot carers (with Julie McDowall)

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane explained why she won't be throwing a Eurovision party, they talk anxiety inducing meetings and softy civil servants.Plus, they’re finally, fin...

All the ingredients for a Christmas hit (with Philippa Gregory)

02 May 2023

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What’s putting a pep in Fi’s step? Why isn’t Jane a bestselling author? Have you ever swum naked and not smiled? Plus, Jane and Fi come up with ...

Beat me on the bottom with a Woman's Weekly (with Alex Jones)

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are full of coronation chicken sandwiches and ready to talk about everything from nuclear war to safe sex. They're joined by The One Show ...

Oh I'm not discreet at all

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane continues to fear for the end of world but its not over yet.... we've got a podcast episode to do! Jane and Fi run you through some top radio jar...

A sip of Kylie's Cava and a gulp of Beefy Botham’s Sauvignon

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane’s having tummy troubles but Fi’s by her side offering kind words of support (as always), plus coronation plans commence but Fi has banned Jan...

I don't mean to immediately degrade the podcast (with Matt Baker)

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are battling on despite technical difficulties to talk about longevity, whether you can ever really own a pet and when is the best day for...

It's one of my little icks (with Larry Lamb)

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once the effects of half a paper cup of Kylie Minogue's Prosecco have worn off, Jane and Fi discuss school prizes, knowing your limitations and corona...

Jane to the power of two - with Lorraine Kelly

20 Apr 2023

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Jane and Jane talk poetry, self esteem, and poor Brian's goolies. They're joined by Lorraine (yes, all the names on this podcast have to rhyme today) ...

I'm full of good bacteria - with Angela Hartnett

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane is ready to ramble as she's flying solo today. Michelin star chef Angela Hartnett stops by to talk about the latest series of her podcast 'Dish'....

A moment to think about little Brian's balls - with Curtis Sittenfeld

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi discuss small talk at parties and school dinners whilst poor Brian awaits collection from the vets having parted with his manhood. Pl...

Actually, just call an ambulance - Professor Tim Spector

17 Apr 2023

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Jane is back, but has she brought Fi any presents from her holiday? Who can help Jane fix her satellite? And can a cool, successful man ever be a keep...

I was a binge smoker... - with Stig Abell

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the last day of Jane’s absence but the wonderful Jane Mulkerrins, associate editor of The Times Magazine, has filled the Jane-shaped hole in ev...

I can't cope with your youthful success - with Cecelia Ahern

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ed Vaizey, who's sitting in for Jane today, is impressed by Fi's youthful success - Fi's trying not to be offended.Ed's also kicking himself that he d...

I've crashed the junction - with Jenny Eclair

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane's away and, in her absence, Fi is teaching Ed Vaizey all the radio lingo. What's the difference between a bed and a jingle? What's "crashing the ...

Just another manic Monday

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fi is still under the weather so joins via zoom, meanwhile, Jane’s away on holiday so Ed Vaizey is sitting in… what could go wrong?Plus Suzanne He...

It's a two-patch kind of day

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fi is still under the weather so Jane's on her lonesome again this episode, but she's making the most of her "splendid isolation".Pre-ailment, Jane an...

Jane goes it alone - with Christine Flack

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fi isn't feeling well so Jane's flying solo for this episode. Christine Flack speaks to Jane about her daughter, the TV presenter Caroline Flack, who ...

A handbag full of vomit

04 Apr 2023

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After a long day of arts and crafts in the newsroom, Jane and Fi discuss the pros and cons of a 'pimped up M&S hot cross bun'. They're joined by A...

My inner philatelist is a-flutter - with Elizabeth Day

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane's asking what people did in the old days on a Sunday afternoon when all the shops used to be closed, while Fi's mangling adjectives in her sleep....

Countdown to The Coronation

31 Mar 2023

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For this special Friday episode, Jane and Fi are joined by two royal experts to count down to The Coronation of King Charles III.They also discuss whe...

We're a little bit raggedy around the edges

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can the production team fool Jane and Fi with an AI generated email? They're joined by Nigerian writer Ayobami Adebayo about her second novel 'A Spell...

Pithy with a twinkle - with Mel Giedroyc

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The pair take a glimpse down memory lane and reminisce over maypole dancing, and look to the future as they decide what they'd spend their lottery win...

De-moulding a jelly rabbit

28 Mar 2023

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Jane and Fi's friendship may be over after a terrible Kent-based ant-breeding company name suggestion. They're joined by journalist and food critic Ji...

Daddy pig really is a useless lummox

27 Mar 2023

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Fi's pitching her latest invention to help women to avoid bathroom queues, and Jane wants Russell Crowe to come around and give her an exorcism.They'r...

Où est Greggs? - with Eddie Izzard

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi soldier on through a printing nightmare. They cover everything from daytime TV to French oral exams, and still find time to discuss Greg W...

Some very frank details about prostate examinations - with Tony Robinson

22 Mar 2023

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Jane is considering speed-learning the lute, while Fi wonders whether we've lost the art of cooking with a mould.They're joined by actor, writer and p...

We must keep a veneer of showbiz

21 Mar 2023

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There's no time for shilly shallying or dilly dallying on today's episode... Jane is on the run from her dream tortoise and Fi's promised everyone bis...

Haphazard on a conveyor belt

20 Mar 2023

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We've got a new theme tune, a new moisturising regime for Jane and a new supermarket checkout career for Fi.They're also joined by Asma Khan, UN World...

Live at WOW Festival

17 Mar 2023

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In this bonus episode of Off Air, Jane and Fi are live from WOW - Women of the World Festival at the Royal Festival Hall in London.They're joined onst...

We're here because we're authentic - with Anneka Rice

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fi discusses her former ambitions to be a professional oboe player, and Jane claims Barack Obama is actually a bit of a 'cold fish' in real life.They'...

'Jane, get your dad to call me.'

15 Mar 2023

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Jane and Fi make cultural comparison and dissect the perplexing nature of a Boots...Also, they're are joined by Roma Agrawal, the structural engineer ...

Let's park Gary Lineker and talk about toasters - with Spencer Matthews

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The dial on the side of the toaster has inspired a critical debate - could this be the most important experiment of our time?Also, Jane and Fi are joi...

Rich people in the public eye - with Dan Snow

13 Mar 2023

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Jane and Fi pitch a device to help short people feel more comfortable in the bath.They're also joined by historian Dan Snow, who chats about his lates...

A cosy festival of hunker-downer-dom

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi start a fond and long farewell to the podcast music, and Jane gives her latest theatre review. They're also joined by Pulitzer Prize winni...

‘Get Off Air…’ - with Donna Leon

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's International Women's Day and Jane and Fi are busy empowering. Plus Jane and Fi consider what to name their dating platform...And crime novelist ...

That’s a substantial sword the lady is baring - with Vanessa Feltz

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Seven years of podcasting, and Jane reveals at last why handbags put her off joining the Navy.Meanwhile Fi’s asking: why isn’t there a Poundland o...

God doesn't notice cheese - with Adjoa Andoh

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why won't Jane leave Fi's olives alone? Why does Fi say magazine like that? And where are have Jane's varifocals gone? They're joined by Bridgerton st...

Never go for double denim - with Sally Wainwright

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi ponder their fashion icon status and discuss the upcoming 'Spring Thor' - a term which may or may not catch on.They're joined by screenwri...

Raisins with consequences

01 Mar 2023

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Jane gives us her favourite facts about Saint David, while Fi ponders an acorn of an idea for a matchmaking service. They're joined by Richard Reeves,...

Triggered by the word 'teats'

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are talking all things breastfeeding.They're joined by art historian Joanna Wolfarth to discuss her book Milk: An Intimate History of Brea...

Hedgehog on hedgehog action

27 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi enjoy a slice of cake for Fi's birthday.They're joined by Ben Bailey Smith (AKA Doc Brown) to discuss his podcast, Shrink the Box, which i...

Move over Starsky and Hutch

23 Feb 2023

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Should you sing your own theme music? Jane and Fi find out. They're also joined by surgeon Averil Mansfield, where they talk about why surgery is a ma...

Self-care? Just get cats!

22 Feb 2023

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Sourdough starters, kombucha, mindfulness and jade vagina balls - has self care gone too far? Dr. Pooja Lakshmin thinks so. She joins Jane and Fi to h...

A lot of people swear by luncheon meat

21 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi are joined by Patricia Field, the costume designer behind Sex and the City, Emily in Paris, The Devil Wears Prada and more. Can Jane tell ...

We're full of joie de vivre! - with Rev. Richard Coles and Charles Spencer

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are back and well rested from their week away.They're joined by Reverend Richard Coles, cosy crime King and Radio 4 jock, and his old neig...

It's NOT a pie

16 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi have swanned off on holiday, so Chloe Tilley and Calum Macdonald are here to hold down the fort for the last time before their return on M...

This is my Super Bowl!

15 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi have swanned off on holiday, so Chloe Tilley and Calum Macdonald are here to hold down the fort. They're joined by Director Shekhar Kapur ...

Head first into glory - with Matty Lee

14 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi have swanned off on holiday, so Chloe Tilley and Calum Macdonald are here to hold down the fort.They’re joined by GB diver Matty Lee to ...

We had a really great thirty minutes...

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi have swanned off on holiday, so Chloe Tilley and Calum Macdonald are here to hold down the fort.They're joined by Adam Vaughn, Environment...

Good luck finding your nipples

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After their last live show before their holiday, Jane and Fi discuss smuggling diet coke into the studio and bad directions from the production team.T...

How many inches do you think yours is?

08 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi get giddy as their holiday looms and they talk TV inches and cauliflower soup for breakfast.Also poet, artist and performer Debris Stevens...

Chicken shoes and a compound brown sauce - with Steven Moffat

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are joined by the writer behind Dr Who and Sherlock, Steven Moffat, to hear about his new play 'The Unfriend'. They also discuss the answ...

Like something out of a Victoria Wood sketch

06 Feb 2023

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Jane and Fi talk ready-made home-made dinners, 50th birthday parties, and the juxtaposition of urban virility. They're also joined by CNN's chief inte...

I've never been able to look at a pigeon the same way again

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi have been at the Destinations Show at Kensington Olympia to explore all things travel.The film-maker and travel writer Ash Bhardwaj discus...

A "fly by the seat of your pants-er" - with Jojo Moyes

01 Feb 2023

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Award-winning author Jojo Moyes joins Jane and Fi to discuss her new book Someone Else's Shoes.Also they consider what job they'd have done in Victori...

Women shouting angrily - with Sarah Polley

31 Jan 2023

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Director Sarah Polley joins Jane and Fi to discuss societal victim blaming, Oscars snubs and her new film ‘Women Talking’.Also top water cooler mo...

Problematic Uteri

30 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi are joined by Lauren Fleshman, the celebrated American distance runner and author of Good For A Girl My Life Running In A Man's World.Also...

The ski lifts beckon, darling

26 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi are joined by 'Diva Divorce Lawyer' Ayesha Vardag on her strict dress codes and high profile clients.Also, the news you've all been waitin...

It's what Shakespeare would have wanted...

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane and Fi are joined by Paulette Hamilton, the first black woman to become an MP in Birmingham. Also - how did Fi's kittens get their names? Will Ja...

Everyone’s grandma should be their number one fan

24 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi discuss the homelessness crisis and systemic failure as well as why your Grandma should always be your best cheerleader with journalist Da...

My perplexometer is off the charts - with Amanda Owen

23 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi chat £58 sheep, giving birth in the living room and the challenges of modern farming with Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen. If you ...

I love a Tuesday - with Alex Edelman

19 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi chat flexitarians, maternity leave and what is the best day to go to the theatre….They're also joined by American comedian Alex Edelman ...

Love and loss - with Jason Watkins

18 Jan 2023

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Jane and Fi chat childbirth, royalty and the tennis champion that won £40…They're also joined by actor Jason Watkins, who speaks about losing his t...

If music be the food of love, order her a happy meal - with Fred Sirieix

17 Jan 2023

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Jane is back after her day off, and Fi is struggling to keep the peace... They're joined by the star of Channel 4's 'First Dates' Fred Sirieix to talk...

Any Jane will do - with Cariad Lloyd

16 Jan 2023

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Jane's taking a well deserved day off so Fi is joined by our second favourite Jane, Associate Editor of The Times Magazine, Jane Mulkerrins. Comedian ...