

Off Air with Jane & Fi
The Times
Jane Garvey and Fi Glover keep the mics on, grab a cuppa and say what they really think - unencumbered and off air.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio and follow our antics away from the mic on Instagram: @janeandfiFollow Off Air with Jane & Fi wherever you get your podcasts, or join us on Times Radio every Monday to Thursday afternoon between 2pm and 4pm on DAB, smart speaker and the Times Radio app: www.thetimes.co.uk/radio/live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 39min
Looking for my corduroy, wondering where my trilby has gone.
'Your chance to enjoy again' has arrived. In this 'best bit', we hear from comedian Tom Allen and presenter Sara Cox.Jane and Fi will be back after the bank holiday on Tuesday the 27th. See you then!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.

Aug 15, 2024 • 42min
Never lose your impact (with Alice Loxton)
Jane and Fi are about to head off for a week, but they have one more episode to knock off first. This one goes out to all the Clares/Claires! They cover steak and kidney pie, university, pets eating vegetables and marmalade. Plus, Jane and Fi speak to historian Alice Loxton on A-Level results day about her new book '18: A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives'. 'Your chance to enjoy again' is coming as Jane and Fi head off on their holidays. They'll be back after the bank holiday on Tuesday the 27th. See you then!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.

Aug 14, 2024 • 44min
Beavers are rarely far from the headlines (with Sarah Rainsford)
What's wrong with the tricycle? What's the point of sandwich spread? Jane and Fi may or may not answer these pressing questions... And Jane speaks to BBC Eastern Europe correspondent, Sarah Rainsford, on her new book 'Goodbye to Russia' after being expelled from Moscow. 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: Hannah Quinn Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 2024 • 45min
I've been controversial yet again...
Today's episode has a strong theme of food so make sure you have a cuppa and biscuit close! Jane and Fi discuss jam sandwiches at 3am, chutney taste tests and we hear from correspondents on dog snacks. Plus, Jane and Fi are joined by Ian Graham speaking about his new book 'How to Win the Premier League: The Inside Story of Football’s Data Revolution'. 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: Hannah Quinn Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12, 2024 • 52min
Shacked up at the Dublin Castle (with Mina Smallman)
The heat in London is starting to get to Jane and Fi - there's a spat over holiday books, confusion with emails, and pondering of the concept of 'rawdogging' long-haul flights. Plus, Fi speaks to Mina Smallman, mother of Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman, about taking on the Met and her new book ‘A Better Tomorrow’. 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.

Aug 8, 2024 • 49min
Bits of me are trying to escape!
Come through the macabre curtain and enjoy this episode that goes... everywhere. Jane and Fi cover football hooliganism, spanks, Charlie, still escalators, Elon Musk and keep your ears peeled for detailed fish poaching instructions. Enjoy! Plus, Jane speaks to Kate Weinberg about her experience with long Covid and her new book 'There's Nothing Wrong With Her'. 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 SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 7, 2024 • 48min
There's always nuance... (with Prof. Kate Williams)
Fi of Slough and Jane the Short and Wise bring you this name-centric episode. Amongst the discussion of surnames, maiden names, middle names and names of origin, there's also a sprinkling of police child-care, Elon Musk and Nordic Noir. Plus, historian Prof. Kate Williams discusses her new podcast with Robert Hardman 'Queens, Kings and Dastardly Things'. 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! @janeandfi Podcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 6, 2024 • 44min
Don't let her back! She's trouble! (with Zandra Rhodes)
Where are you listening to us today? Why not do everyone a favour and play us out loud at your GP surgery, dentist or opticians? You'll hear discussions about virginal names, being four sheets to the wind and Simone Biles. Plus, Fi speaks to fashion designer Dame Zandra Rhodes about her memoir 'Iconic'. 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.

Aug 5, 2024 • 52min
Got anything else in your locker, William? (with Jon Holmes)
What grade would William Shakespeare receive at university? Would TV characters live longer if they just closed their curtains? What would Jane and Fi's detective show be called? This episode answers all the big questions! Plus, Fi speaks to comedian and broadcaster Jon Holmes about his podcast 'Jon Holmes Says the C-Word'. 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.

Aug 2, 2024 • 38min
Book Club - Missing, Presumed
Jane and Fi are back with their sixth book club - get your celery sticks at the ready...'Missing, Presumed' was written by Susie Steiner. Her husband, Tom Happold, discusses Susie's work with Fi. Thank you so much for your engagement and interaction. We hope you'll join us for the next one.Get your suggestions in at: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.