Off Air with Jane & Fi

The Times
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Jul 30, 2024 • 40min

Stark naked, starting the 100m (with Prof. Brian Cox)

The heat wave has got to Jane and Fi so buckle up for this episode... they cover foxes, naked Olympics and the true history of Kellogg's.Plus, Jane speaks to Prof. Brian Cox in light of his show 'Symphonic Horizons' running at the Royal Opera House.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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 29, 2024 • 23min

Investigating a gentlemen's rain-repellent hair putty

Jane and Fi were left feeling slightly underwhelmed by the opening ceremony and they're not afraid to make it known! Let us know your thoughts... They also chat heatwaves, hair products and bins.There's no guest today as Chancellor Rachel Reeves interrupted our normal schedule to deliver a bit of a reality check and announce immediate cuts.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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 38min

Great big fat cadences of hard rock! (with Denise Welch)

Jane and Fi are musing over their lunch choices (don't say we don't treat you!) after that they get round to Parish notices and discuss heavy metal, air fryers and sign offs. Plus, presenter Denise Welch joins Jane to discuss her recent experience with scams. 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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 48min

Happy but private times (with Mark Cavendish)

The days of stroking legs are gone... do with that what you will. Jane is thinking about the dog equivalent of a litter tray, meanwhile, Fi is losing her patience with jigglers. Fi also spoke to cyclist superstar Mark Cavendish about his family, his friendship with Bradley Wiggins and his feelings on lycra. 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 Assistant producer: Hannah Quinn Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 44min

Powerful side-eye (with Elizabeth Day and Sara Collins)

Jane and Fi reminisce on romantic partners of yesteryear but there are some conditions... They also muse of ageism, 'dreaded' wheat and US politics. Plus, broadcaster Elizabeth Day and author Sara Collins discuss their new podcast ‘How To…Write A Book!’ 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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 42min

Popped her prediction cherry (with Carol Kirkwood)

Mystic Garv is on her high horse today but can she stay on this roll? We predict not... Jane and Fi also chat Robert Dyas loyalty cards, cheese vending machines and Pointless. Plus, presenter and writer Carol Kirkwood pops in to discuss her latest novel 'Once Upon a Time in Venice'. 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! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 24min

Men whisperers...(with Movember)

In this special bonus episode brought to you by Movember, Jane and Fi chat about men's health, the impact it has on society and the importance of raising awareness.They're joined by Dr Zac Seidler and Sarah Coghlan from Movember to discuss the issues surrounding men's health.Movember has been a trailblazer in men's health since 2003, championing new research, cutting-edge treatments and healthy behaviours. They want to make sure more men know what to do when health issues appear, and are advocating for change and more government action around men’s health. 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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Jul 18, 2024 • 45min

Have we got big nests? (with Rob Rinder)

Today, Jane and Fi get an insight into life in America from fellow listeners - vending machine bullets? No thank you! They also discuss whether West London is fashionable, marathon boasting and dentist's dentists. Also, Fi is joined by Rob Rinder, barrister and television host, on his second novel 'The Suspect'. 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! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Hannah Quinn Podcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 40min

Is there ANYTHING good about our lives? (with Mary Beard)

Dancing over the fog-horn testing centre, Jane and Fi are covering about a 'billionty' other topics, from eating marmalade straight from the jar, and the state of the toilets at London Euston Station.Jane and Fi are joined by the classicist Mary Beard, to discuss the paperback edition of her latest bestseller 'Emperor of Rome'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! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Kate LeePodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 42min

I've just got too many Allen keys (with Tiggy Walker)

Today, Jane and Fi take a moment to think about the dark world of parenting before CBeebies. They also chat about skew-whiff black bin numbers, resignation Tuesday and the importance of being honest. Fi speaks to Tiggy Walker, patron of Carers UK, about her experience caring for her husband, Johnnie Walker. 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! @janeandfiAssistant Producer: Hannah QuinnPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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