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Off Air with Jane & Fi

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Two friends, too many opinions. Get an unfiltered look at the ups and downs of life with Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, the kind of conversations that only happen 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: @janeandfi Follow Off Air with Jane & Fi wherever you get your podcasts and 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.com/radio/live Hosted on Acast. S...

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Malibu Garvey? (with London Hughes) 20.09.2023

Jane and Fi once again try to stay on track and fail miserably but along the way they cover Boots opening times, how Jane would fare in LA and uncomfortable workplace banter. Plus, they're joined by comedian London Hughes to discuss her frank and funny new memoir 'Living My Best Life, Hun'. Her book is out now. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation...

Unsalvageable bean dishes (with Trinny Woodall) 19.09.2023

Jane and Fi massively get the Tuesday giggles in this one but, before that, they chat Fi's chilli-con-carne-smugness, children flying the nest and shared baths. Plus, they're joined by TV personality and entrepreneur Trinny Woodall to discuss her new book 'Fearless'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio F...

Whatever this is... (with Rory Cellan-Jones) 18.09.2023

Jane's still saying 'cwassant' and Fi is still perplexed. Plus, they chat Russell Brand, tactical clothes drying and parental correspondents. They're joined by former BBC tech correspondent and journalist Rory Cellan-Jones to discuss his new book 'Ruskin Park: Sylvia, Me and the BBC'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janea...

The oohs and the yahs (with Robert Peston) 14.09.2023

Fi has hopes of making her fortunes in the adult pesto industry, while Jane is discussing being woken up by 'the noise of shenanigans', surviving sixth months on a submarine, and unsuccessfully teaching boys to use a urinal. They're joined by Robert Peston, Political Editor at ITV, to hear about his new book 'The Crash'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the con...

Something nearly as good as pancakes... sex! (with Clive Myrie) 13.09.2023

Jane is a tad hangover so bear with them as they tackle elocution lessons, Meryl Streep audiobooks and multi-use hotels in today's episode. Plus, they're joined by journalist and broadcaster Clive Myrie to discuss his new memoir 'Everything is Everything'. 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...

Welcome to The Jane Garvey Tribute Chamber (with Anne Enright) 12.09.2023

Jane and Fi are having an unusual day... as per. They chat buttock revealing one pieces, what would happen if Robert Peston's last name was 'pesto' and provide some pension analogies. Plus, they're joined by Irish poet and author Anne Enright to discuss her new novel 'The Wren, The Wren'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: j...

Thigh nipping fish?! (with Rory Stewart) 11.09.2023

Jane and Fi are reunited and it feels so good. They have lots to cover including bald prime ministers, lidos and all the languages Jane speaks... Plus, broadcaster, academic and former politician Rory Stewart joins them to discuss his new memoir 'Politics On the Edge'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio...

It's the-ATRE not THE-atre (with Anneka Rice and Stacey Solomon) 07.09.2023

Fi is joined by Anneka Rice for the final time and once again Fi is being pulled up on her pronunciation of a certain word. They also chat to TV personality Stacey Solomon about the new series of Sort Your Life Out. 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 Pro...

You can't beat The Greatest Showman (with Clare Balding and Jason Donovan) 06.09.2023

Fi is still joined by Clare Balding and they serenade you in this particularly bonkers episode of Off Air... plus, they discuss being studious, their playlists and the Olympics. They're also joined by Aussie heart throb Jason Donovan to discuss his role in Grease the Musical. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@time...

Almost like ABBA... almost (With Clare Balding and Lemn Sissay) 05.09.2023

Jane is still off so another one of Fi's friends has stopped in. Clare Balding joins Fi to discuss cat monogamy, fear of carrots and tattoo choices. Plus, Lemn Sissay OBE is here to discuss his new collection of poetry 'Let the Light Pour In' and his adaptation of Kafka's 'Metamorphosis'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: j...

Chaos trying to be reigned in (with Anneka Rice and Gyles Brandreth) 04.09.2023

Jane is off on holiday, so it's up to Fi (with help from Anneka Rice) to wonder how many Camparis she's had so far. They're joined by Gyles Brandreth to talk about his new podcast 'Rosebud'. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Pr...

Does S&M include much chilli sauce? (with Sarah Beeny) 31.08.2023

Jane G has been trying out a hot wings challenge, while Jane M was trying to escape Three Bridges Station. They're joined by property TV presenter Sarah Beeny. 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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on...

Will I be additionally bonkers tonight? (with Maggie Alphonsi) 30.08.2023

Jane and Jane are talking caravan holidays, howling at the moon and actively helping the environment by eating chips. They're joined by Maggie Alphonsi, well known international women's rugby union player and World Cup winner with England in 2014. Her memoir 'Winning the Fight' is out now. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us:...

Drinking neat Campari at midday 29.08.2023

In the absence of 'wee Fi', Jane G is joined by Jane M, and will only be reading emails from people named Jane this week (just kidding). They discuss holiday surprises, world cup finals and how many Milka bars you can get for twelve euros. Today's guest is Martine Wright MBE, who lost both her legs in the 7/7 bombings in London. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in...

Am I allowed to speak now? (with Sheela Banerjee) 17.08.2023

Jane and Fi are reuniting decorative milk bottles with their international owners. They're also talking step-parents, sombreros and spellings. Sheela Banerjee joins to talk about her new book "What's in a Name?" Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Assistant Producer: Ka...

No bobble was strong enough to contain the Garvey locks! 16.08.2023

Jane and Fi are gearing up to turn their 'out of office' on but they've still got a show to do! They reveal who will be replacing them in their respective absences as well as discussing unhelpful cesarean partners, tea cakes and jet lag. Plus, they're joined by Darryn Frost AKA 'Narwhal Tusk Hero'. Darryn risked his life to tackle a terrorist on London Bridge in November 2019. He shares his s...

That's another nut going down (with Deborah Meaden) 15.08.2023

Jane and Fi are recovering from an almost on-air crisis that nearly happened but didn't. They're joined by Deborah Meaden, to talk about her new book "Why Money Matters" - part of the Little Experts series.  Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Assistant Producer: K...

I long to squeeze one of those tomatoes (with Fats Timbo) 14.08.2023

Fi is doing her best to cheer Jane up after a 're-shuffle' at her other job. They chat TV recommendations, hopeless babies and weeing on the collar of your jumpsuit. They're joined by Fats Timbo, a comedian, model and influencer with more than two million fans on TikTok. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then p...

Fingers in the cream (with Sharron Davies) 10.08.2023

It's a sporty special today: Jane laments her full time job getting in the way of her golf progress, Fi has an apology to make about netball and they're joined by Olympian Sharron Davies who's talking about her new book, Unfair Play. And our Museum of Taxidermy is now closed, but not before Jane and Fi speak to the creator of 'Stoned Fox' Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact t...

Wimpy and the queen's funeral 09.08.2023

Jane and Fi have been in touch with the creator of the taxidermy sensation: Stoned Fox. They also ask the big questions: are man buns sexy? And what happened to Wimpy? They're joined by Dr Liz O'Riordan, the consultant breast surgeon who's been through cancer herself. Her memoir is called ‘Under The Knife’ Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get...

You know me, I like a chunk (with Laura Whitmore) 08.08.2023

Jane and Fi talk family bathroom politics and delve into more taxidermy horrors. They also compare two on screen sensations: Barbie, and Greg Wallace's miracle meat. They're joined by Laura Whitmore, broadcaster and former host of Love Island, to talk about her new documentary mini series. It tackles cyber stalking, the incel movement, and rough sex. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want...

See attached half giraffe 07.08.2023

Jane and Fi discuss whether taxidermy can grow on you, or if it belongs in the family freezer. It's also the end of the penny farthing (for now...) They're also joined by Pat Nevin, former professional footballer, who's now a pundit and writer. Pat's latest book is called Football and How To Survive It. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and g...

Spiritual blockages 03.08.2023

Jane and Fi discuss whether they would stuff their cats, and reflect on some sad aquariums and zoos. They also reveal the next book for their book club! Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.   Assistant Producers: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutle...

Two fillings and a smear test 02.08.2023

Jane and Fi reflect on owning your success, trapped wind from both ends, and delve into more family holiday horrors. They're also joined by music journalist Ian Winwood, author of Bodies: Life and Death in Music. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.   Assistan...

My long suffering pac-a-mac 01.08.2023

Jane and Fi chat about the highs and lows of family holidays, their desire for a hand cream amnesty, and terrible raffle prizes. They're also joined by Sir Nicholas Mostyn - the second longest serving High Court judge and co-hosts of the Movers and Shakers podcast - which is about life with Parkinson’s. Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get in...

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