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Off Air with Jane & Fi

The Timeswww.thetimes.co.uk

Jane Garvey and Fi Glover keep the mics on, grab a cuppa and say what they really think - unencumbered and off air.


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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


Join Jane and Fi 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

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Episodes

Unsalvageable bean dishes (with Trinny Woodall)

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 Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Kate Lee H...

Sep 19, 202346 minEp. 200

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

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: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Pr...

Sep 18, 202351 minEp. 199

The oohs and the yahs (with Robert Peston)

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 conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant P...

Sep 14, 202337 minEp. 198

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

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 Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted o...

Sep 13, 202342 minEp. 197

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

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: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radi...

Sep 12, 202348 minEp. 196

Thigh nipping fish?! (with Rory Stewart)

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 Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cu...

Sep 11, 202356 minEp. 195

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

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 Producer: Elizabeth Highfield Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Sep 07, 202336 minEp. 194

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

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@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: R...

Sep 06, 202346 minEp. 193

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

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: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radi...

Sep 05, 202340 minEp. 192

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

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 Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 04, 202352 minEp. 191

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

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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 31, 202347 minEp. 190

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

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: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Kate Lee Times Radio Pr...

Aug 30, 202341 minEp. 189

Drinking neat Campari at midday

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 the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Ass...

Aug 29, 20231 hrEp. 188

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

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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Aug 17, 202342 minEp. 187

No bobble was strong enough to contain the Garvey locks!

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 story... Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get invo...

Aug 16, 202342 minEp. 186

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

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: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 15, 202347 minEp. 185

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

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 please email us: janeandfi@times.radio. Assistant Producer: Kate Lee Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutl...

Aug 14, 202346 minEp. 184

Fingers in the cream (with Sharron Davies)

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 the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times...

Aug 10, 202346 minEp. 183

Wimpy and the queen's funeral

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 involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio. Assistant Producer: Megan...

Aug 09, 202340 minEp. 182

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

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 to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: jan...

Aug 08, 202352 minEp. 181

See attached half giraffe

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 get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio. Assistant Producer: Megan Mc...

Aug 07, 202350 minEp. 180

Spiritual blockages

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 Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 03, 202327 minEp. 179

Two fillings and a smear test

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. Assistant Producers: Megan McElroy Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Aug 02, 202339 minEp. 178

My long suffering pac-a-mac

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 involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio. Assistant Producers: Megan M...

Aug 01, 202342 minEp. 177

It's been ages since I measured mine (with Anna Richardson)

Jane and Fi chat about a certain person's miracle meat, the ongoing issue of Jane's trapped wind, and family holiday politics. They're also joined by TV presenter Anna Richardson, to talk about her podcast It Can't Just Be Me. 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 Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Jul 31, 202352 minEp. 176

Book Club - Fresh Water for Flowers

The first book club has finally wrapped and Jane and Fi can't quite come to an agreement... Join them as they respond to your emails, Instagram messages, comments and voice notes. 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.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 28, 202340 minEp. 175

Capers in the basement

Jane and Fi discuss the contents of Jane's basement and try to work out why Rear Admirals are called Rear Admirals. Answers on a postcard please. They're also joined by Ferdinand Mount to talk about his new book Big Caesars and Little Caesars. 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: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. Se...

Jul 27, 202335 minEp. 174

A couple of large fries stuck in your cleavage (with Carol Kirkwood)

Jane's got trapped wind and Fi's rather upset about it, Fi checked her carbon footprint and the results are revealed AND more animal PR... Plus, everyone’s favourite weather presenter Carol Kirkwood joins them to discuss her new novel ‘Secrets of the Villa Amore’. 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: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutle...

Jul 26, 202342 minEp. 173

Ladies' fluff (with Eddi Reader)

Jane and Fi are pondering why beavers have such good PR, whether they would consent to being micro-chipped and if Jane should put the heating on. They're also joined by singer-songwriter Eddi Reader about her new project, a stage version of Brokeback Mountain. 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: Tom Vigar and Melanie Formosa Times Radio Producer:...

Jul 25, 202339 minEp. 172

To lick or not to lick?

Jane and Fi reflect on the highs (and licks) of Latitude Festival, and England's somewhat lack-lustre win over Haiti. And they are STILL talking Penny-farthing sightings. They are also joined by campaigner Daisy, who discusses her campaign to change the law to make children born of rape legally recognised as victims. If you are affected by any of the issues discussed on today's episode please contact feedback@times.radio and we will direct you to support services. If you want to contact the show...

Jul 24, 202351 minEp. 171
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