Jane's received some criticism in the inbox and she's ready to tackle it head on! Don't say we're not fair... After that, they chat surgical stockings, cacao nibs and latex cat-suits. Plus, Fi speaks to the executive editor of Loaded World Danni Levy about the resurgence of the magazine. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involv...
May 30, 2024•43 min•Ep. 259
Jane Garvey is back! And she has anecdotes aplenty... Brace yourselves! In this slightly bonkers episode, Jane and Fi cover sea-swimming, King Charles' first name and Greek yogurt. Plus, BBC Security Correspondent and writer Frank Gardner discusses his latest book 'Invasion'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the co...
May 29, 2024•43 min•Ep. 258
It's Jane M's (Other Jane/Secondhand Jane/Supply Jane/Locum Jane/Jane By Proxy/Substitute Jane/Jane 2) last show before Garvey returns tomorrow! In this episode, Fi and Jane discuss the Genny-Lex, dentures and the summer of 1995. Plus, Fi is joined by journalist and best-selling author Åsne Seierstad to discuss her latest book 'The Afghans'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you wa...
May 28, 2024•42 min•Ep. 257
Many names for Jane M emerge in this episode - how many can you count? Fi and Jane also discuss roller discos, parish notices and foreign accents. There's no guest this evening as over on the live show we were still digesting news that Britain is heading to the polls this July. We'll be back after the bank holiday with Fi and Jane M! You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to co...
May 23, 2024•26 min•Ep. 256
Fi and Jane M have treated you to two intros today... lucky you. In other news, Fi poses her theory that the size of your thigh may determine your career. There's also an interlude from Jane G and Hilary Bradt, founder of Bradt Travel Guides, speaking on her new book 'Taking the Risk'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved...
May 22, 2024•48 min•Ep. 255
Jane G is away so Jane M is here to play! Fi speaks about her plans to get a “job-stopper” face tattoo… And Jane M responds with an anecdote of when she walked, camped and pool-partied naked. Plus, Fi is joined by presenter and author, Jonathan Dimbleby, about his new book ‘Endgame 1944: How Stalin Won the War’. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask ...
May 21, 2024•50 min•Ep. 254
In today's email special, Jane enlightened Fi on 'mucky-tube'... buckle in for that. They also cover beautiful pebbles, Jane's Esther McVey impression and finding a late in life love interest at Crossed Wires... You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 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 ...
May 20, 2024•34 min•Ep. 253
Is there such a thing as a funny Immodium story? What about a romantic pre-wedding wax? We may never know. In the meantime, Jane and Fi are joined by designer and television presenter Patrick Grant, to talk about his new book "Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier". You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to as...
May 16, 2024•44 min•Ep. 254
Jane and Fi have some BIG Crossed Wires news so listen out for that! They also chat window tax, bank robbery and Raymondo. Plus, Fi speaks to actress and model Elizabeth Hurley about her son's new film 'Strictly Confidential'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.r...
May 15, 2024•43 min•Ep. 252
Today, Jane and Fi are asking some big questions: Can you take your bra off with one hand? What size is one size fits all? Could you be a silent, intimate waxer? Plus, Jane speaks with Tina Brown, journalist and author, ahead of hosting the Truth Tellers Summit. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation the...
May 14, 2024•55 min•Ep. 251
Fi's feeling buoyed after a weekend of sunshine - we hope you are too. They chat Eurovision, ageing and plot holes in Red Eye. Plus, co-creator of the hit show 'Blue Lights' Declan Lawn speaks to Fi about season 2. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 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 ...
May 13, 2024•47 min•Ep. 250
In this email special, Jane and Fi tackle a wide range of issues that you've sent in. They chat niche childhood phobias, sibling jostling and immersion heaters. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 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 Sa...
May 10, 2024•46 min•Ep. 249
It's Thursday, the end is in sight! And we'll be seeing you all way through Friday this week too as an email special will drop tomorrow morning! In this episode, Jane and Fi chat Eurovision, waxing and reviving songs. Plus, comedian Janey Godley joins Jane and Fi to discuss her new memoir ‘JANEY: The Woman That Won't Shut Up'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact t...
May 09, 2024•43 min•Ep. 248
Jane and Fi didn't win an award but that's ok, because they didn't want it anyway... not one bit. In this episode, they also share their non-negotiable respectable habits and what they want their tributes to look like. Plus, actor Martin Freeman and screenwriter Tony Schumacher speak to Fi about the second season of 'The Responder'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to con...
May 08, 2024•44 min•Ep. 247
Jane's complaining about the bank holiday weather but she doesn't let it ruin her trade-mark sunny attitude... They also reminisce about old radio games, sat-nav voice overs and films that haven't aged well. Plus, Irish broadcaster Ryan Tubridy joins Jane and Fi to discuss his podcast ‘The Bookshelf’. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to contact the show to ask a question ...
May 07, 2024•42 min•Ep. 246
Jane and Fi are back with their fifth book club - and this one is proved to be a bit of a tear-jerker... A Dutiful Boy is written by Mohsin Zaidi, who joins Jane and Fi to discuss his emotions during the writing and publishing process. 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 Acas...
May 06, 2024•50 min•Ep. 245
Fi brings good news, brace yourself! After she finishes discussing nature, Jane and Fi chat naturists, heckling and Echo Dots. Plus, they're joined by historian Niall Ferguson. You can hear Niall's talk 'The World in 2024' on the Intelligence Squared website now. The book club episode will be landing on bank holiday Monday at 9am. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 If you want to conta...
May 02, 2024•43 min•Ep. 244
Jane and Fi deal with lots of official matters in this episode: their work rota, local elections, Ofsted and public nudity... Plus, they're joined by Times Radio presenter Aasmah Mir to discuss her memoir 'Glasgow Girl'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 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...
May 01, 2024•54 min•Ep. 243
In this episode, Jane and Fi go from West Country porn to exploring why we're obsessed with the breakdown of relationships. Fi also shared Cool Cat's diagnosis from the vet... he's fat and happy. They also speak to comedians Rachel Parris and Marcus Brigstocke about their new podcast 'How Was It For You?'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - ...
Apr 30, 2024•41 min•Ep. 242
Today, Jane and Fi say Goodbye to speaking about Morris Dancers - may you prance in peace. Plus, Jane shares some speculative information she overheard at the hairdressers. And Jane speaks to actor and presenter, Martin Clunes, about his new series of 'Islands of the Pacific'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi....
Apr 29, 2024•48 min•Ep. 241
Jane and Fi are talking being gross while out for a run, the perfect age to watch the Carry On films, and the fact that every now and then women can be slightly less than perfect. They're joined by social media personality Vogue Williams to talk about her podcast The Apple and The Tree. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Moh...
Apr 25, 2024•33 min•Ep. 240
Jane and Fi are wondering how they'd cope with getting the ick on the International Space Station. And whether they can get away with saying the word 'ick'? Is 'peng' a step too far? They're also joined by author and Sunday Times columnist Hadley Freeman to talk about her memoir 'Good Girls: A Story And Study Of Anorexia'. If you've been affected by any of the issues in our chat with Hadley then please get in touch on feedback@times.radio and we will point you in the direction of the resources y...
Apr 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 239
Jane and Fi are putting the big question into Bing so you don't have to.. After that, they discuss Freedom Passes, naturism and spitting. Plus, they're joined by best-selling author Salman Rushdie to discuss his new memoir 'Knife'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a ques...
Apr 23, 2024•54 min•Ep. 238
Jane and Fi play a game of Midsomer Murders bingo, naturally. They also discuss elopement, marathons and spitting. Plus, they're joined by author David Nicholls to discuss his new novel 'You Are Here'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 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 c...
Apr 22, 2024•50 min•Ep. 237
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/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If...
Apr 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 236
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.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you ...
Apr 17, 2024•48 min•Ep. 235
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 can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.shef...
Apr 16, 2024•40 min•Ep. 234
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: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy...
Apr 15, 2024•45 min•Ep. 233
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 get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram...
Apr 11, 2024•48 min•Ep. 232
"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 please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Hannah Q...
Apr 10, 2024•44 min•Ep. 231
