Best Jesse Squires Podcasts (2025)

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Tipping people over the edge since 2017 (with Jameela Jamil) 54:17

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12h ago54:17

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Jane had an accident just before recording — apologies if you can hear her toes squelching... Jane and Fi also chat care, foxes, and maths. Plus, actress and presenter Jameela Jamil joins them to talk about toxic masculinity, modern-day beauty standards, and her new podcast 'Wrong Turns'. If you want to contribute to our playlist, you can do that h…

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Single, female, unwilling to get you out of a third-world prison (with Chloe Dalton) 51:53

39m ago51:53

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There's been a new addition to the list of things we need to get sorted in the Off Air community—so we need your help! (Admittedly, the list is getting rather long...) Jane and Fi also chat hair sausages, Jeff Bezos' wedding, and XXL croissants. Plus, Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Chloe Dalton discusses her book 'Raising Hare'.…

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Flashing your headlights in a National Trust car park 40:43

1d ago40:43

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Jane Garvey is back – bring out the bunting! She's got some thoughts on... well, a lot: Hay Festival, the Eurostar, Andy Warhol, various types of lords, boomers, and burrata. If you want to contribute to our playlist, you can do that here: Off Air with Jane & Fi: Official Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=9QZ7as…

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LIVE AT THE RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW (with Thomas Fudge's) 19:26

6d ago19:26

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In this special bonus episode brought to you by Thomas Fudge's, Jane and Fi head down to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show to take in the flora and fauna, enjoy some florentines and speak to gardener and presenter Rachel de Thame. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.…

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Level 9 woo woo (with Richard Dawkins) 40:22

7d ago40:22

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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…

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The Off Air Military Unit (with Jesse Armstrong) 39:05

8d ago39:05

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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 w…

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Waiting for the internal filth to settle (with Mary Trump) 42:22

9d ago42:22

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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’ an…

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OFF AIR... EXTRA 12:32

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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…

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Carry On Off Air Wild Camping (with Laura Bates) 52:24

14d ago52:24

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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 Mi…

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The lost King Charles Spaniel hairdo decade (with Adam Buxton) 48:49

15d ago48:49

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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…

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Toilet roll, hand soap and self-deprecation (with Sir Ed Davey) 57:04

16d ago57:04

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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, yo…

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Nothing but a fit, lycra-wearing coypu... 45:34

17d ago45:34

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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…

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All the best, Sex. 55:48

21d ago55:48

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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…

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Ribbed baguette and whipped butter? (with Simon Reeve) 56:24

22d ago56:24

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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…

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She may have been anti-granary (with Alison Phillips) 53:11

23d ago53:11

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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 Lo…

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Spag bol and hot love 38:45

24d ago38:45

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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 Sa…

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OFF AIR... EXTRA 13:04

27d ago13:04

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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, an…

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Be sure to separate your whites from your cardinal colours! 45:54

28d ago45:54

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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…

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It's the pomp of it all! (with Gillian Anderson) 41:23

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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 yo…

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Judgy or concerned? 50:55

30d ago50:55

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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 Lond…

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OFF AIR... EXTRA 14:24

1M ago14:24

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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 'Co…

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Welcome to the world, Ignatius and Derek (with Sara Davies) 49:24

1M ago49:24

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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! I…

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Trouble in Winchester (with Alex Crawford) 46:39

1M ago46:39

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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 se…

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Euston toilets, we have a problem 34:11

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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 Manchest…

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The laughter and steaminess was unending 40:05

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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…

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There is nothing romantic about poo (with Jeremy Vine) 44:33

1M ago44:33

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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 sen…

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Been Rooney'd (with Nussaibah Younis) 48:46

1M ago48:46

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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…

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Stop! I need to put my socks on! (with Geri Halliwell-Horner) 39:20

1M ago39:20

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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 …

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Pettiness is underrated 52:26

2M ago52:26

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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 busine…

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The more parochial the rumpus, the better (with James Nelson-Joyce) 49:56

2M ago49:56

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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 …

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A giant penis heading into space... 44:26

2M ago44:26

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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…

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'Garvenomics' (with Melinda French Gates) 49:17

2M ago49:17

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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…

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Fuming your way through your own funeral (with David Dimbleby) 49:24

2M ago49:24

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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 his…

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How do you sex a cat? 59:19

2M ago59:19

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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 q…

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Keep everyone close, buy a Swiss Army Knife (with Tim Marshall) 51:19

2M ago51:19

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Jane and Fi wonder how best to disrupt each others' funerals musically and marvel at Melvyn Bragg's hair. They also sort through our, quite frankly, bulging post bag. Plus, they're joined by geopolitics expert Tim Marshall, who discusses the updated version of his book ‘Prisoners of Geography’ Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If y…

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We haven't even got to the resurrection yet! 47:34

2M ago47:34

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Welcome to this unplanned email special. Jane and Fi cover pointless work experience, two-wipe poos, Jane's breast enlargement and Swiss Army knives. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Times Radio, News UK 1 London Bridge Street London SE1 9GF Please send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to cont…

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OFF AIR... EXTRA 16:31

2M ago16:31

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Welcome back to another Friday special. This week's bonus episode features an interview from our Times Radio afternoon show (2–4 pm, Monday to Thursday). Jane and Fi speak to biographer Anne Sebba about her book ‘The Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz’. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please e…

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Don't go changin' 44:33

2M ago44:33

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We're on a very long journey and we haven't even got to the services... Buckle in! Jane and Fi chat vegetarian farmers, flicking the V, and managing the home. Plus, The Times’ Audrey Ward discusses her upcoming book and experience with fertility. You can submit your stories at www.lovelosshope.co.uk If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address i…

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I feel the same about marriage as I do black pudding... (with Prof. Alice Roberts) 43:10

2M ago43:10

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We're building a wall... of postcards! Keep em coming. Jane and Fi also chat MAFs, fruity ITV, black pudding and derelict buildings. Plus, Professor Alice Roberts, anatomist and biological anthropologist, discusses delivering the Octavia Hill Lecture in partnership with the National Trust and Times Radio. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the add…

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The mistaken identity of the Wote Street Willy (with Jill Scott) 47:35

2M ago47:35

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Jane's in need of some fresh batteries—please excuse any malfunctions from her in this episode. There's also more postcards, signs from the universe, and doorknobs. Plus, former Lioness Jill Scott discusses the importance of nutrition and exercise as part of an FA campaign with M&S. If you fancy sending us a postcard, the address is: Jane and Fi Ti…

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Vodka with a gherkin on a Sunday morning 38:57

2M ago38:57

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Welcome to this email-only and travel-special episode! There’s mention of Avanti West, rail replacements, speed-walking, front seats, buses, the DLR, and airport shuttles… Enjoy! No guest today but please 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 pl…

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Unprintable life-time ambitions 52:40

2M ago52:40

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The weather is clement and Jane's got some words on your turf. There's also chat about speed awareness, winter weddings and dried sage. Plus, author R.S. Burnett discusses his novel ‘Whiteout’. 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 …

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Reproducing and heavy lifting (with Stig Abell) 50:51

2M ago50:51

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Jane and Fi have received some postcards, and they're thrilled! Do please send more, but only with second-class stamps—we don't want anyone breaking the bank. They also chat bus positioning, farm-sitting, and Saffron Walden. Plus, Times Radio presenter Stig Abell's joins them to discuss his latest novel 'The Burial Place'. Send your suggestions for…

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Harry Redknapp and Michael Ball making sweet, sweet music 54:48

2M ago54:48

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You won't believe it but Mystic Garv is back, and she's got some ground breaking predictions. Jane and Fi also chat Vegas, snoring, pesto and Fi Glover's Wellness Clinic. Plus, writer James Montague discusses his book 'Engulfed: How Saudi Arabia Bought Sport, and the World'. Send your suggestions for the next book club pick! If you want to contact …

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Up and down the street with a loudhailer 43:31

2M ago43:31

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Please be warned: accents feature in this email-only podcast episode. Jane and Fi also discuss adolescence, Hadrian's Wall, Mother's Day, and Basingstoke. 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: [email protected] Follow us on …

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Book Club - Eight Months on Ghazzah Street 42:04

3M ago42:04

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Jane and Fi are back with their eighth book club, and this one's gone internationale - get the nibbles ready... Plus, Nicholas Pearson, Hilary Mantel's editor and publisher of 20 years, joins Jane and Fi to discuss her life and work. Thank you so much for your engagement and interaction. We hope you'll join us for the next one. Get your suggestions…

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Please avoid space if you've got a vagina! (with Sara Cox and Clare Hamilton) 52:17

3M ago52:17

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Jane and Fi have something to get off their collective podcast breasts, and amid that, there's also chat about space travel, rumours of who will be the next Archbishop, advice on Mother’s Day, and more twin towns. Please excuse the brief funny noise in this episode — the aliens have finally landed. Plus, broadcaster Sara Cox and her best friend Cla…

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Kinky in Kingham (with Ruth Wilson) 43:22

3M ago43:22

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Accent alert in this podcast — proceed with caution! Jane and Fi chat saucy postcards, sex work, twin towns, and space nappies. Plus, actor Ruth Wilson discusses narrating the new audio books for the 'His Dark Materials' trilogy. The next book club episode is coming this Friday. The book is 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' by Hilary Mantel. If you …

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Kind Regards, Jane and Fi 43:56

3M ago43:56

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The Lady has landed, and it's causing a stir... Jane and Fi also chat sufferable men, bonny babies, Lucozade, and 80085. Plus, Phyllida Lloyd — director of The Iron Lady, Mamma Mia!, and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical — joins them (with some minor tech issues). The next book club episode is coming this Friday. The book is 'Eight Months on Ghazzah St…

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With Love, Jane and Fi 43:42

3M ago43:42

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Welcome to this unspecial email-only podcast episode — Jane and Fi chat Cockney frogs, twinned towns, and St. Patrick's Day. The next book club episode is coming this Friday. The book is 'Eight Months on Ghazzah Street' by Hilary Mantel. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: jan…