Jane M has had a bumpy journey back from sipping champagne at Roland-Garros, while Fi's had a bumpy experience with some sub-par paving —naturally. The two chat tennis-induced wees, Lewes, and undoing life mistakes. Plus, put your feminist ears aside for this one: Tom Whipple, science editor at The Times , speaks with biologist Richard Dawkins about his book 'The Genetic Book of the Dead'. If you want to contribute to our playlist, you can do that here: Off Air with Jane & Fi: Official Playl...
May 29, 2025•40 min•Ep. 459
Jane M is off on a Challenge Anneka-style mission — we hope to see her tomorrow, but who knows... Before that, Jane M and Fi chat jobs in another life, public transport, and the original Jane. Plus, screenwriter Jesse Armstrong — known for Succession and Peep Show — discusses his latest film 'Mountainhead', based on a group of billionaire friends who meet at an alpine retreat during an international crisis. If you want to contribute to our playlist, you can do that here: Off Air with Jane & ...
May 28, 2025•39 min•Ep. 458
Jane Garvey is off this week so Jamal Kerrins is here. She's fresh off a flight from Berlin... Ok, fresh may be a stretch but she's here! Jane M and Fi chat being appreciated in Guildford, third-age locations and award purses. Plus, writer and niece of United States President Donald Trump, Mary Trump, discusses her book ‘Who Could Ever Love You’ and her uncle. If you want to contribute to our playlist, you can do that here: Off Air with Jane & Fi: Official Playlist - https://open.spotify.com...
May 27, 2025•42 min•Ep. 457
Welcome back to another Friday special. This week's bonus episode features an interview with The Times and Sunday Times' Literary Editor, Robbie Millen, from our Times Radio afternoon show (2–4 pm, Monday to Thursday). Robbie joins us for our weekly round-up of the best book releases. His picks this week were: Dream State by Eric Puchner Shibboleth by Thomas Peermohamed Lambert The Golden Throne: The Curse of a King by Christopher de Bellaigue If you want to contact the show to ask a question an...
May 23, 2025•13 min•Ep. 456
The AstroTurf trailblazers bring big news from their back gardens — steady yourself against something firm. They also cover kindness, costume parties, and wild camping. Plus, feminist activist and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, Laura Bates, joins to talk about her latest book, 'The New Age of Sexism: How the AI Revolution is Reinventing Misogyny'. This interview includes adult themes. If you're affected by any of the issues discussed, drop us a line at feedback@times.radio and we’ll dir...
May 22, 2025•52 min•Ep. 455
In this episode, Jane and Fi take a trip down memory lane, dredging up memories of questionable hairdos and cat-suits. They also chat wine charms, the dangers of pepper, and frozen baguettes. Plus, broadcaster and comedian Adam Buxton discusses his latest memoir, 'I Love You, Byeee' — an account of the highs and lows of working with Joe Cornish and revolutionising the worlds of DIY TV and podcasting. If you want to come and see us at Fringe by the Sea, you can buy tickets here: www.fringebythese...
May 21, 2025•49 min•Ep. 454
Jane and Fi agree quite a lot in this episode – and it's rather unnerving. Please proceed with caution. They also discuss umbrellas, BBQs, downstairs loos, and giving looks on trains. Plus, Sir Ed Davey MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats, discusses his book ‘Why I Care: And Why Care Matters’. If you want to come and see us at Fringe by the Sea, you can buy tickets here: www.fringebythesea.com/fi-jane-and-judy-murray/ And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radi...
May 20, 2025•57 min•Ep. 453
What’s in a name? Rather a lot, as Jane and Fi discover in this email-only episode. They also discuss gardening, Slough, Bruce Springsteen, and Laura Ashley. Plus, they read out your responses to an email from Thursday's episode... And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio The next b...
May 19, 2025•46 min•Ep. 452
Producers of Celebrity Race Across the World, if you're reading this: you've got two easy wins right here! Jane and Fi also chat bolts on benches, Leona Lewis, and middle names. Plus, Lucy Easthope – the UK's leading authority on disaster recovery, who has advised on 9/11, the Salisbury poisonings, Grenfell, the Covid-19 pandemic, and most recently the war in Ukraine – discusses her new book 'Come What May'. And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK...
May 15, 2025•56 min•Ep. 451
Dr. Dr. Dr. Garvey and Dr. Dr. Glover share their musings on whipped butter, Helens, foxes having a to-do, Gustave Eiffel, and the home of the tart. What more could you want? Plus, adventurer and writer Simon Reeve discusses his latest series ‘Scandinavia with Simon Reeve’ - investigating the secrets of some of the happiest and most equal societies on earth. And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF If you want ...
May 14, 2025•56 min•Ep. 450
Going just off this episode, you'd be forgiven for thinking the purpose of this podcast was to inform... In this fact-filled edition, Jane and Fi discuss Peterborough, tarragon, petty officers, and screen time. Plus, former Mirror editor-in-chief Alison Phillips discusses her new podcast Crime Scene, co-hosted with former Met Police Commissioner Lord Bernard Hogan-Howe. The podcast explores the process and procedures behind high-profile investigations. And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the...
May 13, 2025•53 min•Ep. 449
Welcome to this racket sport special! Jane M sits in for Jane G for one day only. She and Fi chat badminton, sexiversaries, and late-night bolognese. There’s no interview today, but we’ve slipped our weekly book chat from the live show into this episode. Laura Hackett, deputy literary editor at The Times and The Sunday Times, discusses 'Gunk' by Saba Sams, 'Ripeness' by Sarah Moss, 'Picky' by Jimi Famurewa, and 'The Heart in Winter' by Kevin Barry. And if you fancy sending us a postcard, the add...
May 12, 2025•39 min•Ep. 448
Welcome back to another Friday special. This week's bonus episode features an interview with Bryan Dorries, artistic director of Theatre of War Productions — an innovative American theatre company that uses Greek tragedies to help serving military personnel, journalists, and veterans explore the truth about war, the chaos and carnage it creates, and the long tail of grief it often leaves behind. You can find out more information at theaterofwar.com If you want to contact the show to ask a questi...
May 09, 2025•13 min•Ep. 447
The next book club pick has been announced! We’ll be reading Leonard and Hungry Paul by Rónán Hession — we hope you’ll join us. Also in this episode, Jane and Fi chat about dog hotels, ramen, and togs. Plus, historian Professor Lucy Noakes discusses her latest book 'The People's Victory: VE Day Through the Eyes of Those Who Were There', marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Here’s the link to that swimwear advert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gtugR_ii4o And if you fancy sending us a postca...
May 08, 2025•46 min•Ep. 446
It's another slightly giddy episode as Jane and Fi discuss Clacton Pier, Crosby and badminton. Plus, actress Gillian Anderson discusses her latest film ‘The Salt Path’, with Jason Isaacs, based on the best selling memoir. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF 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! ...
May 07, 2025•41 min•Ep. 445
There's quite a lengthy period of accents in this episode – please be warned. Jane and Fi also cover women fishing, thong bikinis, onions and oranges, and VE Day. Plus, former Vogue.com UK editor Dolly Jones discusses her new book, 'Leaving the Ladder Down'. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved ...
May 06, 2025•51 min•Ep. 444
Welcome back to another Friday special. This week's bonus episode features an interview with The Times and Sunday Times' Literary Editor, Robbie Millen, from our Times Radio afternoon show (2–4 pm, Monday to Thursday). Robbie joins us for our weekly round-up of the best book releases. His picks this week were: 'The Homemade God' by Rachel Joyce 'Consider Yourself Kissed' by Jessica Stanley VE Day piece by William Boyd in The Times 'The Names' by Florence Knapp Speaking of books, get your next bo...
May 02, 2025•14 min•Ep. 443
It's very hot today and the effects are being felt in the studio... Please bear with us. Jane and Fi discuss education, Jamal Current and Spain. Plus, businesswoman Sara Davies discusses her book ‘The Six-Minute Entrepreneur’. No podcast on Monday due to the Bank Holiday, but there will be a short bonus episode tomorrow. We'll see you on Tuesday! If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for th...
May 01, 2025•49 min•Ep. 442
Fi's been to Badminton and had some realisations. Jane and Fi ponder those realisations, as well as mini Magnums, Padel, Crosby, and train carriages. Plus, Sky News Special Correspondent Alex Crawford discusses her documentary 10 Years of Darkness: ISIS and the Yazidis. Please be aware that this interview contains sensitive content. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book cl...
Apr 30, 2025•47 min•Ep. 441
Fi's off today on important business, so Jane M is here! Normal schedule resumes tomorrow... whatever that means. Today, Jane and Jane chat power outages, Björn Ulvaeus, and Euston toilets. Plus, Jane speaks with David Collins, Northern Editor of The Sunday Times, about his book 'Saffie', which tells the story of the youngest victim of the Manchester Arena terror attack and her family's fight for justice. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 Lond...
Apr 29, 2025•34 min•Ep. 440
Jane and Fi are reunited! They join you in their bikinis for discussions about chickenpox, religion, Wells Cathedral, and men who ask too many questions. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! 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 Podcas...
Apr 28, 2025•40 min•Ep. 439
Jane Mulkerrins is still sitting in. Jane Garvey is still off (back Monday). And there are a few more Janes thrown into this episode for good measure. Jane M and Fi chat naked sunbathing, weight loss drugs, and hemlines and bum cheeks. Plus, broadcaster Jeremy Vine discusses his latest book 'Murder on Line One' and penny farthings. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book clu...
Apr 24, 2025•45 min•Ep. 438
The Times wind tunnel has been wreaking havoc, but Jane M and Fi have made it in one piece. They discuss the Pope, postcard bunting, and cold water swimming. Plus, peace-building practitioner and best-selling debut author Nussaibah Younis joins them to talk about her book 'Fundamentally'. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact the show to a...
Apr 23, 2025•49 min•Ep. 437
Fi's back, but Jane Garvey is now off – keep up! Fi and Jane Mulkerrins chat pigeons, cold feet, and Gouda. Plus, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell-Horner discusses her book 'Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire'. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times....
Apr 22, 2025•39 min•Ep. 436
Welcome to Jane's podcast masterclass. Please be seated. The Janes chat chocolate kittens, ASNAC, hero pigeons, and war memories. Plus, The Sunday Times health editor Shaun Lintern discusses the sodium valproate scandal. There will be no podcast on Monday. Fi is back on Tuesday with Jane Mulkerrins. Jane and Fi will return to regular podcast business on Monday, the 28th of April. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved...
Apr 17, 2025•52 min•Ep. 435
Are you close to a pigeon fancier? We want to hear from you! Jane and Jane also chat James Bond, healthcare and Touchnote. Plus, actor James Nelson-Joyce discusses Liverpool-based gang drama ‘This City Is Ours’. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! 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 Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted...
Apr 16, 2025•50 min•Ep. 434
Yesterday was not a bad day! There was lots to laugh — postcards, space trips, and JD Vance with a trophy. Jane and Jane discuss all that and more. Plus, author and journalist Jon Stock joins to talk about his book 'The Sleep Room: A Very British Medical Scandal'. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! 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 Podcast Producer: ...
Apr 15, 2025•44 min•Ep. 433
Fi's off all this week, so The Janes are reunited! They chat 'Threads', Jon Hamm, weight loss drugs, and 'Garvenomics.' Plus, philanthropist Melinda French Gates discusses her book 'The Next Day' - her experiences of the transitions she’s been through in her life. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! 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 Podcast Producer: ...
Apr 14, 2025•49 min•Ep. 432
We've reached a man-banker, and our work here is done! Before that, Jane and Fi chat petrol, late starters, Tartan Week — and there are more postcards. Fi is off next week, and Jane is off the week after that, so Jane Mulkerrins will be filling in for the next two weeks. Plus, David Dimbleby talks about his new podcast, Invisible Hands — on the history of capitalism. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conve...
Apr 10, 2025•49 min•Ep. 431
The ladies are getting a bit competitive with the office over the postcards - so do keep sending them in. Meanwhile, Jane's been dreaming about a new, half dressed, co-host. Plus, Chef Graham Hornigold joins to talk about his Netflix documentary 'Con Mum'. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! 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 Podcast Producer: Eve Salu...
Apr 09, 2025•59 min•Ep. 430
