Off Air with Jane & Fi

Are you keen on democracy? Do you often wonder which friend you'd call in a hostage situation? Do you sometimes just think men are a bit silly? Then today's episode is for you! Jane and Fi are joined by author Marian Keyes, to talk about her new book 'My Favourite Mistake'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk...

Today Jane and Fi get a real telling off for failing to appreciate the art of Morris dancing. They now want to know, what do you use for your thrills and spills? Fi also speaks to author and political campaigner, John O'Farrell, about his latest book 'Family Politics'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here:  https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.u...

Fi's experienced something traumatic and she needs to get it off her chest. Once that's done, there's more Morris dancing chat, Deliveroo shaming and Jane's making lots of edit demands... Plus, they're joined by businesswoman and philanthropist Martha Lane-Fox about her 'Mountain Mission'. You can donate to Martha's mission here: https://www.givewheel.com/fundraising/2189/3-peaks-challenge/ You ca...

Jane's been attempting to understand the British cultural institution of terrible Saturday night telly, and Fi's pitching an Olympics for the third age.  They're joined by actor Jack O'Connell to talk about his role of Amy Winehouse’s husband Blake Fielder-Civil in the new film ‘Back to Black’. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here:  htt...

Jane risks being caught by the paparazzi in a vulgar display of commonalty, while Fi asks: why bother with colonic irrigation when you can just drink vodka? They're joined by Times Radio presenter Stig Abel to talk about his second crime novel 'Death in a Lonely Place'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and...

"Surprise surprise!" sings Fi in her best Cilla Black voice. Today, Jane and Fi ponder on Tom Dudley's buboes and the dangers of shoddy handwriting. And Fi chats to broadcaster Adele Roberts about her new memoir, 'Personal Best'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then pl...

Jane and Fi are pondering potential future job opportunities and Jane's seemingly ruining any chance of hers... Amongst that, they also discuss rats, celestial events and bin day. Plus, they're joined by author Anthony Horowitz to discuss his latest novel 'Close to Death'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question...

Jane and Fi are back together and they're cracking into a bar of Milka, do excuse them... After that, they chat pickles, eclipses and ferry tours. They're joined by comedian Helen Lederer to discuss her new memoir 'Not That I'm Bitter'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation...

Today on the merry-go-round of fun that is Off Air, Fi and Jane M are pitching for dating apps to start basing their matches on the state of your kitchen. They're joined by Ray Mears to talk about his new soundscape playlist: 'The Sounds of Adventure'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved...

Fi and Jane M have been work-shopping collapsible colander merch. They also chat about Jane's kink of dating people with opposing political views and which actress has the best "old lady hair". Plus, Fi speaks to choreographer Dame Arlene Phillips about directing ‘With All Our Hearts - A Concert Celebrating Over 75 Years of the NHS’. You can purchase a ticket at https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/w...

Jane M's headphones only has sound coming through one ear but it's helping her feel closer to her dad (every cloud...) Fi and Jane M also discuss affairs, mini colanders and petrol stations. Plus, Fi speaks to The Times' Fashion Director Anna Murphy about her book 'Destination Fabulous', which is out now in paperback. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If y...

Happy Easter! Fi's back but Jane G is now off for a week (keep up!) so Fi and Jane M are here to keep you company this bank holiday Monday. They chat cling film, jet washing and ways France are getting it right. Plus, Jane Garvey spoke to Sara Cox last week about her new novel 'Way Back', which is out now. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to c...

It's your last dose of Jane² this week. Today they're doing apologies as well as correcting the record on microwave baked potatoes... The Reverend Kate Bottley is our guest today, talking about her book 'Have a Little Faith'. Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please...

Jane² are bringing you an email special and they tackle all the big questions. What's in their everything drawers? Is Jane G related to Pom Boyd? Will a suppository help with homesickness? Listen to find out. And our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: ja...

Jane M is experiencing mixed feelings about a certain former prime minister and Jane G is having none of it. They also cover Balham, women-only clubs and M&S changing rooms. Plus, presenter and wheelchair basketball player Ade Adepitan joins Jane G to discuss his new documentary 'Whites Only: Ade’s Extremist Adventure'. And our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Z...

Fi's off this week so we've got some good old fashioned Jane² fun for your Monday evening. They discuss new age camping, good funerals and successful siblings. Plus, Jane G speaks to Dr. Michael Mosley about his book '4 Weeks to Better Sleep'. And our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in t...

It's Fi's last day before she's off a week and emotions are high! Before she jets off to East London, they discuss vaping, owning your urges and Freemasonry. Plus, Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo joins Fi to campaign for Food Waste Action week. 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! @ja...

The pilot light is on. Welcome. Today, Jane and Fi discuss hedgehogs, the Kate-o-meter and Irish funerals. Plus, journalist Jenny Kleeman discusses her new book 'The Price of Life'. 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 Produc...

Jane and Fi discuss a new potential business venture, but it does need a bit of work... They also cover skiving, 3 wick candles and boarding schools. ALSO, listen out for the next book club pick!!!! Plus, Geoff Norcott joins to discuss his new documentary 'Is University Really Worth It?' If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: ja...

Wishing you a happy St Gertrude’s Day! Jane and Fi discuss that plus Digbeth bus station, career changes and foreign exchanges. Plus, Fi speaks to domestic abuse survivor Richard Spencer about his new Channel 5 documentary 'My Wife, My Abuser: The Secret Footage'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Foll...

Jane and Fi are talking LinkedIn, koalas taking themselves to hospital and why you should never trust a bank. They're joined by David Baddiel and Sayeeda Warsi to talk about their new podcast 'A Jew And Muslim Go There' 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 Prod...

Jane and Fi tackle the big questions in this episode: Is Taylor Swift an only child? Where is the dullest place in Europe? And how many more cricket puns do they have left in them? Only one way to find out... Plus, they're joined by furniture restorer and television presenter Jay Blades. Jay Blades will showcase a new generation of makers this weekend at The Pickle Factory in Bermondsey. If you wa...

Jane has to run off to do big business things with the big boss but, before she gets plucked from the studio, Jane and Fi discuss gentle folk, frozen peas and cat litter. Plus, they're joined by comedian Tom Allen to discuss *Deep Breath* his new Virgin Radio show, his stand-up tour 'Completely', his upcoming BBC documentary 'My Big Gay Wedding' and 'The Apprentice: You’re Fired'. If you want to c...

There's more extracts from the fruitful genre of 'celebrity non-fiction' so listen out for that... Jane and Fi also discuss compressed meat, foreign exchange experiences and the correct pronunciation of Penelope Cruz. Plus, they're joined by actor and presenter Linda Robson to discuss her memoir 'Truth Be Told: Tales from a Baggy Mouth'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get in...

It's the eve of International Women's Day and Jane and Fi are besides themselves! We hope you're feeling empowered... In this giddy episode, Fi runs off barefoot, there's another extract from Simon Bates' memoir and Jane and Fi navigate a cul de dac of wokeness. Plus, they're joined by CEO and founder of Mumsnet Justine Roberts. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in...