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Off Air... with Jane and Fi

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Jan 29, 2025 • 47min

Tax-dodging alpacas (with Nisha Katona)

Welcome to your maritime podcast. Today, Jane and Fi discuss socks for Americans, fallen women with fallen arches and bumping into family members. Plus, Nisha Katona, founder of Mowgli Street Food restaurants, discusses her new cooking show 'Nisha Katona’s Home Kitchen’. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 28, 2025 • 44min

Jane the Short Arse and Fi the Chunk of Calf

In this wide ranging episode, Jane and Fi discuss Jane's fridge flanges, jury duty, Alexa, pet grief and Nectar cards. Plus, Dame Alison Saunders, British barrister and a former Director of Public Prosecutions, discusses whether the justice system is fit for purpose. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel. 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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 45min

Can I interest you in a sample of my melon balls? (with Tom Parker-Bowles and Henry Jeffreys)

Jame's got some of her own executive orders to make... let us know if you agree with her. Jane and Fi also cover fantasy fiction, penis portions and cold meats. Plus, food writer Tom Parker-Bowles and wine expert Henry Jeffreys discuss their new podcast ‘Intoxicating History’. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 24, 2025 • 25min

OFF AIR... EXTRA (with Baroness Scotland)

Baroness Patricia Scotland, the UK’s first black, female QC and former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, shares her remarkable journey and insights. She discusses her legacy and the importance of reparations, addressing the complex history of slavery. Climate change is a pressing concern, especially for small island nations, and she speaks about innovative solutions and the political implications of U.S. leadership. Scotland also highlights the vital role of women's representation in politics, reflecting on past achievements and future aspirations for equality.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 47min

Uplifted by sexy dragons (with Bishop Rose Hudson-Wilkin)

Happy Thursday! Jane and Fi ponder the genre of romantasy, the satisfaction of doing laundry and the word 'uncouth'. Plus, Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Bishop of Dover, discusses her book 'The Girl from Montego Bay: The Autobiography of Britain's First Black Woman Bishop'. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 22, 2025 • 42min

This is our incessant internal dialogue (with Julia Black)

Welcome to Jane and Fi's incessant internal dialogue; we hope it provides some respite from your own. Today, they discuss Bounty bars, Tunbridge Wells, and farting. Plus, Julia Black—educationalist, author, and creator of the parenting community Lights On—discusses her approach to learning. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 21, 2025 • 45min

He was a great lover with ulcerated legs!

Why isn't it called the Isle of Woman? What's all the fuss about Bicester Village? And why is catching a celebrity farting so thrilling? All the big questions are pondered in this episode...Plus, former nurse turned writer Christie Watson discusses her latest book, 'No Filters', which she co-wrote with her daughter, Rowan Egberongbe.Recommendations in this episode (all TV): The Man on the Inside, Somebody Somewhere, Unforgotten, The White Lotus, The Night Manager, The Night Agent, State of Play, The West WingThe next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 45min

Livid in a formal way (with Mary Robinson)

Happy Monday! Jane's been to the blood 'doning' centre, there's a loud person in Fi's tummy, Dora's missed the litter tray, and Nancy's been given a fancy manicure... welcome, enjoy! Plus, first female president of Ireland Mary Robinson discusses the documentary about her life ‘Mrs. Robinson’. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 43min

A cock-up shared is a cock-up halved (with Heston Blumenthal)

Heston Blumenthal, a celebrated chef known for his innovative work at The Fat Duck, shares insights into his 30-year culinary journey. He discusses the challenges of balancing creativity and mental health, revealing his personal struggles with bipolar disorder. The conversation touches on the impact of food tied to family memories and the importance of open discussions around mental health in the culinary world. Jane and Fi also humorously dive into packed lunches, motherhood, and even a bit of dog talk throughout the episode.
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Jan 15, 2025 • 45min

Be sure to not confuse a par avion envelope with a condom (with Paula Radcliffe)

Welcome to the podcast that allows Jane and Fi to monetise their experiences and friendship. In this episode, they discuss Piers Morgan hoarding Bountys, AI Parky and the YMCA. Plus, Olympian Paula Radcliffe discusses her return to marathon running in 2025 (Tokyo and Boston) and her new podcast ‘Paula's Marathon Run Club’. The next book club pick has been announced! 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' is by Hilary Mantel.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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