Episodes
This week, Jane G welcomes Jane M back to the pod in Fi's absence and together they define 'daddy'.
Jane G also offers up a few golden nuggets of wisdom: keep money for your roof and always hand wash your bras - you're welcome.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 10/07/24
Fi's going to be off for most of next week so supply Jane M will be here. Before that happens, Jane and Fi cover the world of condiments, how frequently they consumes sausages and the Submariner dental experience.
Plus, actress Kim Cattrall discusses her new podcast 'Central Intelligence'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 10/03/24
Jane and Fi make many requests from you in this episode so please grab a pen and paper... They cover moving circus dentists, getting ID'd, menopause, nightmares and the VP debate - to name a few!
Also, broadcaster Louise Minchin stops by to discuss her debut novel 'Isolation Island'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 10/02/24
Jane's back in good dental health but she's not yet back on the apples (to Fi's delight). They cover Smooth Radio at the dentist, Jane's dislike for Toto and the importance of having an Olympics in common.
Also, singer and songwriter Alison Moyet discusses her latest album ‘Key’ and her upcoming tour with Jane.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 10/01/24
In today's episode, Jane considers renewing her Shetland pony travel card whilst Fi realises someone has stolen her genius invention: 'Fi's She Wee'.
Also, Fi chats to six time Olympic medal winner, Adam Peaty, about swimming, religion and whether we might see him at LA 2028. Adam Peaty is sponsored by Bridgestone, the world’s largest manufacturer of tires.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/30/24
Jane's having some revelations about the podcast (2 years in) - not much gets past her! They also cover footballers protecting their genitalia, more local news and antibiotics abroad.
Plus, national treasure Sir Michael Palin discusses the latest instalment of his diaries 'There and Back'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/26/24
It's Wednesday, let's slam a door and take a tooth! Jane and Fi are back in the room together to create this podcast magic... they cover unreliable Instagram purchases, dogs at uni and feeling randy.
Plus, best selling author Liane Moriarty discusses her latest book ‘Here One Moment’.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/25/24
Jane joins us from home as she's still suffering from adult teething issues. Fi updates her on everything she's missed, which is... not much. They cover holiday weather, pickleball and double-yolk eggs.
Plus, Saad Mohseni, chief executive of Moby Group, Afghanistan’s largest media company, discusses his book ‘Radio Free Afghanistan’.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/24/24
Fi's flying solo on this one as Jane is sadly off with adult teething issues (well wishes are welcomed)... Fi covers local newspapers, pickleball and there's more on duvet togs.
Plus, crime writer Ian Rankin stops by to discuss his latest Rebus instalment 'Midnight and Blue'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/23/24
The Hot Priest Challenge is being put to bed, due to some fundamental holes in the business plan... Jane and Fi also cover Facebook for OAPs, the importance of local newspapers, clothing alterations and swimmer's ear.
Plus, former director of the FBI James Comey joins Jane and Fi to discuss the US election and his latest novel 'Newport'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/19/24
Jane and Fi are considering making changes to their contract to include a stables, naturally. There's more from The Hot Priest Challenge, Fi has some harsh words against carrot batons and Jane paints a picture of her younger self, scavenging on Crosby Beach...
Plus, broadcaster and writer Iain Dale discusses his latest book ‘The Dictators: 64 Dictators, 64 Authors, 64 Warnings from History'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/18/24
In this email special, Jane and Fi get themselves in a muddle trying to sue Eve, The Hot Priest Challenge is in full swing, a precious piece of pop memorabilia meets a sad end and Jane has another idea for a book...
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us:
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Published 09/17/24
Jane's had a filling, excuse the drool. To Fi's delight, this also means there will be no apple-eating at the desk today! They also chat alpaca adoption, novelty knickers, fruit fly lagoons of death and hot priests.
Plus, Fi speaks to the novelist Clare Chambers about her latest book 'Shy Creatures'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/16/24
Jane and Fi have a supply teacher producer situation today and they're just not used to this kind of discipline - but they still manage to chat about why you don't see daytime ghosts, the multi 'talented' King Henry the 8th and whether plays within plays are any good.
They also ask the big question: Do you throw your own? (Knickers)
They're also joined by David Olusoga, who speaks about his new book 'Black History for Every Day of the Year' which he wrote with his siblings, Yinka and Kemi...
Published 09/12/24
Following last night's debate Jane and Fi discuss alleged cat chomping from 'the walking wotsit'. They also set a pet embargo to save the pod from becoming furry friend focused.
Jane also speaks to author, screenwriter and actor, Lynda La Plante, on her memoir 'Getting Away with Murder' which comes out tomorrow.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the...
Published 09/11/24
Today Jane and Fi ask: what age is the cut off for public displays of affection? They also consider starting up a travel agency... Nantucket anyone?
Plus, Jane speaks to mountaineer, Kenton Cool, about his upcoming tour 'K2: The Savage Mountain'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us:
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Published 09/10/24
Autumn is here and Shackleton is back! In today's episode, Jane reveals that she has always had time for George Clooney whilst Fi ponders whether there is a chill wind coming towards Taylor Swift.
They are also joined by David Hepworth, music journalist, about his new book 'Hope I Get Old Before I Die'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/09/24
The summer is well and truly over! On a drizzly London day, Jane and Fi chat canine bed intruders, papal fashion and why 5'7" might just be the ideal height.
Plus, Fi speaks to Mark Russell, CEO of the Children's Society, about how some schools should be doing more to make school uniforms affordable.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
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Published 09/05/24
Listen up fellow listeners, Fi has a golden nugget of wisdom to share... she forgot it. Fear not, Jane has a conspiracy about the numbers on the back of London buses to keep you entertained in the meantime.
Also, Fi speaks to dog whisperer Louise Glazebrook about her new book 'Everything your puppy wants you to know'.
Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the...
Published 09/04/24
Fi's eery feelings toward Bromley are getting stronger and she's considering taking matters into her own hands! There's also more chat of pet portraits, happy TV and the double meaning of Madeira.
Plus, Strictly's Janette Manrara is here to discuss her new book 'Tiny Dancer, Big World'.
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Published 09/03/24
Today, Jane and Fi discuss the different things a listener might keep in their tote: disposable handkerchiefs and emergency tampons... probably a poo bag too? They are also calling out for the creation of Off Air memes to fend off relentless fat belly ads.
Plus, Jane speaks to the artist Alison Lapper ahead of her documentary In My Own Words which is coming out on 9th September.
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Published 09/02/24
Today, Jane and Fi discuss the different things a listener might keep in their tote: disposable handkerchiefs and emergency tampons... probably a poo bag too? They are also calling out for the creation of Off Air memes to fend off relentless fat belly ads.
Plus, Jane speaks to the artist Alison Lapper ahead of her documentary In My Own Words which is coming out on 9th September.
If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us:...
Published 09/02/24
There are some important Parish notices in this episode, please take note! *cough book club announcement cough* After that, Jane and Fi chat fatbergs, Sherwood and Halloween in Bromley.
Plus, Jane and Fi speak to satirist Craig Brown about his latest book 'A Voyage Around the Queen'.
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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury
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Published 08/29/24
Jane ponders slathering herself in cat-attract spray (just to see what happens) and Fi struggles to say Kirstie Allsopp as she asks, when was the golden age of childhood?
Also, Jane speaks to bestselling novelist, Robert Harris, on his new book 'Precipice'.
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Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn
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Published 08/28/24
Jane and Fi are back from their holidays and there is much to get through! Buckle in! They cover Sherwood, food bins, leprosy, open-plan Airbnb's, the Garden of Eden and much more.
Plus, Fi speaks to Britain's leading lexicographer Susie Dent about her new book 'Guilty By Definition'.
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Published 08/27/24