- 43 minutes 36 secondsEyes meeting across a dark room, at Finding Nemo
Do you have a plug for a miniature donkey? Please get in touch. Jane and Fi are off for the afternoon, so they’re feeling liberated. They chat barely-there pavements, Noel Edmonds’ farm, fox hay fever, spending sprees, and permission for raspberry trousers.
There's no guest today because... there isn't.
You can buy tickets for Fringe by the Sea: https://www.fringebythesea.com/off-air-with-jane-fi-and-special-guest-jan-ravens/
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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28 May 2026, 4:00 pm - 58 minutes 13 secondsRipping my shirt off in M&S just for a thrill (Andrew Lownie)
The heat is getting to Jane and Fi and they're getting themselves into a right muddle with bra sizing. They also cover rugged terrain on the King's Road, diaper parties, the charms of Worcester, spooky parking talents, and extravagant wedding outfits.
They're also joined by royal biographer Andrew Lownie to discuss the paperback of his book 'Entitled'.
You can buy tickets for Fringe by the Sea: https://www.fringebythesea.com/off-air-with-jane-fi-and-special-guest-jan-ravens/
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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27 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 47 minutes 2 secondsTiny woman, tiny gnome statue (with Gisèle Pelicot)
Jane and Fi ponder why men love such big statues of themselves, just how much more red North London can get, and why Michael Gove just doesn't remember them (sad face).
They're also joined by Gisèle Pelicot, who speaks about her memoir 'A Hymn to Life'
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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26 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 22 minutes 40 secondsOFF AIR... EXTRA
Welcome to a Friday special! This week’s bonus episode features an interview with Pastor Wilson, a leader of the Christian nationalist movement who recently led prayers at the Pentagon.
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 Instagram! @janeandfi
Times Radio Producer: Hannah Quinn
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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22 May 2026, 8:00 am - 1 hour 2 minutesBank holiday means sun-drenched Tummy Time
If you were at university or school with Jane and Fi, come forth! We want to hear all about it.
Jane’s sourced her emergency shorts, which can only mean one thing: there’s a heatwave coming. Jane and Fi chat God’s plan, the miracle of Peckham, sturdy bras, the side effects of Viagra, troublesome house rabbits, and splashback tiles.
Plus, former alt-right political commentator and YouTuber Lauren Southern discusses abandoning the manosphere and the dangers of the internet. Lauren’s memoir is called 'This Is Not Real Life'.
Jane and Fi are signing off for a long bank holiday of Tummy Time. They’ll reconvene on Tuesday.
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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21 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 48 minutes 56 secondsMenopausal rage against the smart speaker machine
Welcome one and all! If you hear any bleeps in today's episode - don't be alarmed! It's just Jane. Jane and Fi chat avoiding car parks, compliment etiquette, and Fi being a little teapot.
Plus, Nikki Doucet, CEO of the Women's Super League reflects on how far women's football has come and the 2025/26 season.
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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20 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 58 minutes 12 secondsPhwoar, Peter the Great? I should say so! (with Philippa Perry)
Welcome to Tuesday's episode of the podcast - it's been carefully considered at every level. Jane and Fi also thoughtfully consider garden gnomes, domesticated foxes, goose chases, and royal wig swaps.
Plus, psychotherapist and writer Philippa Perry discusses her new book ‘Shrink Solves Murder’.
Recommendations in today's podcast: 'The Things We Never Say' by Elizabeth Strout and the TV show Amandaland
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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19 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 53 minutes 21 secondsNot the return of the winter vagina
It's Monday! Head over to the YouTube to see Jane's fresh restrained-plum pedi and Fi's wardrobe malfunction: www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndFi/featured
We hope you had a lovely weekend and didn't spend too much time in hard trousers... Jane and Fi cover Churchill on a light jog, brutalist barbers, and body shaming houses.
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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18 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 55 minutes 8 secondsMoving seamlessly on to hip replacements (with Michael Ball)
There are some public service announcements to kick off today’s podcast, so make sure your ears are pricked! Jane and Fi also cover young George Clooney, appearance discourse, period ads, more tummy time (unfortunately), and, of course, saucepan lids.
Plus, performer Michael Ball discusses his upcoming album 'Glow'.
Recommendations in today's podcast: Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout and Helen Garner's collection of diaries
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
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14 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 53 minutes 5 secondsThe Michael Ball boobage antenna (with Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer)
It's hot in the studio today - Jane's stuck in a tuna rut, and Fi is stuck on the difference between beans and soup. Please bear with us. Jane and Fi also chat saucepan lid storage, multi-generational living, sun lounger kerfuffles, and driving instructors.
Plus, presenters and property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer discuss the new series of 'Location, Location, Location'.
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 May 2026, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 1 minuteNoah Wyle for prime minister?
Welcome to Tuesday - and to the podcast, if you are a decent man or a kind woman! Jane and Fi tackle some biggies today: Simon Cowell in a cot, oboe-face mishaps, casually dated photographs, hard trousers, kitchen storage, and standard premium train travel.
Plus, writer and academic Katriona O'Sullivan discusses her new book 'Hungry'.
Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri.
You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF
Our new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofza
Our most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected] us on Instagram! @janeandfi
Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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