Best Jane Garvey Podcasts (2024)

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This interview is OVER! 33:52

2d ago33:52

33:52

Just in case you missed these fabulous chats the first time round, we're bringing them to you again for your enjoyment... Jane and Fi speak to mother-daughter duo Andi and Miquita Oliver and comedian and writer David Baddiel. Jane and Fi will be back after the bank holiday on Tuesday the 27th. See you then! If you want to contact the show to ask a …

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Looking for my corduroy, wondering where my trilby has gone. 39:08

33m ago39:08

39:08

'Your chance to enjoy again' has arrived. In this 'best bit', we hear from comedian Tom Allen and presenter Sara Cox. Jane and Fi will be back after the bank holiday on Tuesday the 27th. See you then! 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 Insta…

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Never lose your impact (with Alice Loxton) 41:35

37m ago41:35

41:35

Jane and Fi are about to head off for a week, but they have one more episode to knock off first. This one goes out to all the Clares/Claires! They cover steak and kidney pie, university, pets eating vegetables and marmalade. Plus, Jane and Fi speak to historian Alice Loxton on A-Level results day about her new book '18: A History of Britain in 18 Y…

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Beavers are rarely far from the headlines (with Sarah Rainsford) 44:15

29m ago44:15

44:15

What's wrong with the tricycle? What's the point of sandwich spread? Jane and Fi may or may not answer these pressing questions... And Jane speaks to BBC Eastern Europe correspondent, Sarah Rainsford, on her new book 'Goodbye to Russia' after being expelled from Moscow. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conve…

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I've been controversial yet again... 45:18

24h ago45:18

45:18

Today's episode has a strong theme of food so make sure you have a cuppa and biscuit close! Jane and Fi discuss jam sandwiches at 3am, chutney taste tests and we hear from correspondents on dog snacks. Plus, Jane and Fi are joined by Ian Graham speaking about his new book 'How to Win the Premier League: The Inside Story of Football’s Data Revolutio…

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Shacked up at the Dublin Castle (with Mina Smallman) 52:25

18h ago52:25

52:25

The heat in London is starting to get to Jane and Fi - there's a spat over holiday books, confusion with emails, and pondering of the concept of 'rawdogging' long-haul flights. Plus, Fi speaks to Mina Smallman, mother of Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman, about taking on the Met and her new book ‘A Better Tomorrow’. If you want to contact the show to…

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Bits of me are trying to escape! 48:36

13d ago48:36

48:36

Come through the macabre curtain and enjoy this episode that goes... everywhere. Jane and Fi cover football hooliganism, spanks, Charlie, still escalators, Elon Musk and keep your ears peeled for detailed fish poaching instructions. Enjoy! Plus, Jane speaks to Kate Weinberg about her experience with long Covid and her new book 'There's Nothing Wron…

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There's always nuance... (with Prof. Kate Williams) 47:46

15d ago47:46

47:46

Fi of Slough and Jane the Short and Wise bring you this name-centric episode. Amongst the discussion of surnames, maiden names, middle names and names of origin, there's also a sprinkling of police child-care, Elon Musk and Nordic Noir. Plus, historian Prof. Kate Williams discusses her new podcast with Robert Hardman 'Queens, Kings and Dastardly Th…

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Don't let her back! She's trouble! (with Zandra Rhodes) 43:33

7d ago43:33

43:33

Where are you listening to us today? Why not do everyone a favour and play us out loud at your GP surgery, dentist or opticians? You'll hear discussions about virginal names, being four sheets to the wind and Simone Biles. Plus, Fi speaks to fashion designer Dame Zandra Rhodes about her memoir 'Iconic'. If you want to contact the show to ask a ques…

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Got anything else in your locker, William? (with Jon Holmes) 52:23

19d ago52:23

52:23

What grade would William Shakespeare receive at university? Would TV characters live longer if they just closed their curtains? What would Jane and Fi's detective show be called? This episode answers all the big questions! Plus, Fi speaks to comedian and broadcaster Jon Holmes about his podcast 'Jon Holmes Says the C-Word'. If you want to contact t…

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Book Club - Missing, Presumed 37:47

11d ago37:47

37:47

Jane and Fi are back with their sixth book club - get your celery sticks at the ready... 'Missing, Presumed' was written by Susie Steiner. Her husband, Tom Happold, discusses Susie's work with Fi. 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 …

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Common-adjacent (with Mick Herron) 39:04

12d ago39:04

39:04

There's a funny smell in the studio today... is it the smell of the 1970s? Is it the smell of Homme? Also, keep an eye out for Parish notices, some recurring garden chat, and recommendations for mole repellent. Plus, Fi speaks to the author Mick Herron about the reissue of his book 'Down Cemetery Road', 21 years after it was first published. There'…

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Sent reeling by double-decker accusations (with Meera Sodha) 38:50

13d ago38:50

38:50

More highlights from the Olympics stick in Jane and Fi's minds and we hope they bring you some light during this difficult week. They also cover bins (again), Beaver leaders and kindles. Plus, Jane speaks to chef Meera Sodha about her latest cookbook 'Dinner'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If y…

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Stark naked, starting the 100m (with Prof. Brian Cox) 39:56

25d ago39:56

39:56

The heat wave has got to Jane and Fi so buckle up for this episode... they cover foxes, naked Olympics and the true history of Kellogg's. Plus, Jane speaks to Prof. Brian Cox in light of his show 'Symphonic Horizons' running at the Royal Opera House. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If you want to…

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Investigating a gentlemen's rain-repellent hair putty 23:12

26d ago23:12

23:12

Jane and Fi were left feeling slightly underwhelmed by the opening ceremony and they're not afraid to make it known! Let us know your thoughts... They also chat heatwaves, hair products and bins. There's no guest today as Chancellor Rachel Reeves interrupted our normal schedule to deliver a bit of a reality check and announce immediate cuts. Our ne…

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Great big fat cadences of hard rock! (with Denise Welch) 37:48

19d ago37:48

37:48

Jane and Fi are musing over their lunch choices (don't say we don't treat you!) after that they get round to Parish notices and discuss heavy metal, air fryers and sign offs. Plus, presenter Denise Welch joins Jane to discuss her recent experience with scams. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If yo…

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Happy but private times (with Mark Cavendish) 48:19

1M ago48:19

48:19

The days of stroking legs are gone... do with that what you will. Jane is thinking about the dog equivalent of a litter tray, meanwhile, Fi is losing her patience with jigglers. Fi also spoke to cyclist superstar Mark Cavendish about his family, his friendship with Bradley Wiggins and his feelings on lycra. Our next book club pick has been announce…

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Powerful side-eye (with Elizabeth Day and Sara Collins) 43:50

21d ago43:50

43:50

Jane and Fi reminisce on romantic partners of yesteryear but there are some conditions... They also muse of ageism, 'dreaded' wheat and US politics. Plus, broadcaster Elizabeth Day and author Sara Collins discuss their new podcast ‘How To…Write A Book!’ Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If you want…

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Popped her prediction cherry (with Carol Kirkwood) 41:36

1M ago41:36

41:36

Mystic Garv is on her high horse today but can she stay on this roll? We predict not... Jane and Fi also chat Robert Dyas loyalty cards, cheese vending machines and Pointless. Plus, presenter and writer Carol Kirkwood pops in to discuss her latest novel 'Once Upon a Time in Venice'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is…

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Men whisperers...(with Movember) 24:11

25d ago24:11

24:11

In this special bonus episode brought to you by Movember, Jane and Fi chat about men's health, the impact it has on society and the importance of raising awareness. They're joined by Dr Zac Seidler and Sarah Coghlan from Movember to discuss the issues surrounding men's health. Movember has been a trailblazer in men's health since 2003, championing …

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Strictly Scandals & Reading Beyond The Headlines 41:46

26d ago41:46

41:46

It’s a summer of sport... but behind the big numbers for the Euros and predicted for the Olympics... is linear still loved? Media news and analysis with Jane Ostler (Kantar) & media writer Kate Bulkley. Also on the programme: what’s going on at Strictly, as two dancers face the music... and Kate fills in the details on that Skydance-Paramount deal.…

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Have we got big nests? (with Rob Rinder) 45:02

1M ago45:02

45:02

Today, Jane and Fi get an insight into life in America from fellow listeners - vending machine bullets? No thank you! They also discuss whether West London is fashionable, marathon boasting and dentist's dentists. Also, Fi is joined by Rob Rinder, barrister and television host, on his second novel 'The Suspect'. Our next book club pick has been ann…

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Is there ANYTHING good about our lives? (with Mary Beard) 39:46

30d ago39:46

39:46

Dancing over the fog-horn testing centre, Jane and Fi are covering about a 'billionty' other topics, from eating marmalade straight from the jar, and the state of the toilets at London Euston Station. Jane and Fi are joined by the classicist Mary Beard, to discuss the paperback edition of her latest bestseller 'Emperor of Rome' Our next book club p…

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I've just got too many Allen keys (with Tiggy Walker) 41:40

1M ago41:40

41:40

Today, Jane and Fi take a moment to think about the dark world of parenting before CBeebies. They also chat about skew-whiff black bin numbers, resignation Tuesday and the importance of being honest. Fi speaks to Tiggy Walker, patron of Carers UK, about her experience caring for her husband, Johnnie Walker. Our next book club pick has been announce…

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It's not too late... actually it is! 41:43

29d ago41:43

41:43

Today Jane expresses her disappointment following the Euros whilst Fi is wonders how tennis players pick their balls. They also reflect on a world before montages and white top folly. Plus, they are joined by Nick Bryant, journalist and author, on his most recent book, 'The Forever War: America's Unending Conflict with Itself'. Our next book club p…

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Telegraph sale saga continues, Ofcom takes on BBC, election washup 43:27

1M ago43:27

43:27

The Telegraph loses another prospective buyer, as Lord Rothermere pulls the Daily Mail Group out of the auction... One year in, are we any closer to a future for the news group? Media news and analysis, with guests Jim Waterson (the Guardian) and Karin Robinson (Endelman). Also on the programme: Ofcom strikes back at the BBC over radio expansion pl…

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You're so old you'll have to get married in a trouser suit! (with Nina Conti) 30:42

1M ago30:42

30:42

Ayesha Hazarika sits in for Jane today and she pulls back the curtain on the House of Lords - much to Fi's delight. They also chat abattoirs (again), online dating and the joys of Coatbridge. Plus, Jane speaks to comedian and ventriloquist Nina Conti. 'Whose Face Is It Anyway' will be at Edinburgh Fringe Festival next month and her film 'Sunlight' …

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We are the weirdos (with Sir Trevor Phillips) 51:13

1M ago51:13

51:13

Jane lists the qualities she looks for in a partner - please grab a pen and paper! After that, they cover wheelie bins, oven temperatures and more abattoir stories. Plus, broadcast legend Sir Trevor Phillips joins Jane and Fi to share his thoughts in light of our new government. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by …

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Quite a lot of Monty-Donery out there... 31:34

2M ago31:34

31:34

Wimbledon dates have got Jane's head in a spin so do bear with us... Once that's sorted, Jane and Fi chat allotments, hospital instructions and trad wives. Plus, in this tennis special, they are joined by TalkSPORT's Lisa O'Sullivan and tennis legend Christine Truman Janes. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie…

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His fifth wife must be an optimistic soul... 44:10

2M ago44:10

44:10

Jane and Fi are back from covering election night and they are ready to debrief. Today's episode will scratch your plumbing itch and make sure you hold on for the abattoir! And they are joined by Countryfile presenter, Tom Heap, to chat about his new book, 'Land Smart'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Ste…

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Backstage on Election Night 38:47

1M ago38:47

38:47

Today Matt Deegan is out of our own studio… and into other podcasts as we decamp to the BBC and The Times to see how they covered election night. We speak to Newscast’s editor Sam Bonham and presenter Adam Fleming - as well as the corporations’ misinformation correspondent Mariana Spring on what we missed on social media. Also Matt takes a trip to …

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A bit of a ninja turtle is he? (with Griffin Dunne) 47:02

2M ago47:02

47:02

Jane is in Yorkshire whilst Fi heads to Surrey in preparation for election night so this episode is brought to you via the wonders of modern technology. Jane is hoping for romance by the curly wurly stand and Fi is practising the phrase 'Jeremy Hunt's Count'. Plus Fi speaks to Griffin Dunne, actor and director, about his memoir 'The Friday Afternoo…

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And how many 'Confessions' films have you seen? (with David Baddiel) 40:48

1M ago40:48

40:48

Jane and Fi are back in full swing with more of your window cleaner tales, all very suitable for the airwaves...just. Plus, net curtain chat! Yes, it is still 2024 last time we checked. They're also joined by David Baddiel who discusses his new book 'My Family' Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If …

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Drunk in a French department store (with Geoff Norcott) 46:14

2M ago46:14

46:14

Jane and Fi are reunited and it feels so good! They discuss the need for electric hot rods, Jane's small cactus and window cleaner etiquette. They are joined by Geoff Norcott, comedian and writer, discussing his new book 'The British Bloke Decoded'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner. If you want to …

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Warning: Just a tiny bit more politics... (with Matt Chorley and Sir Anthony Seldon) 33:04

2M ago33:04

33:04

Jane has returned from her week off refreshed but is missing one Fi Glover - so until Fi returns, Times Radio's Matt Chorley keeps the seat warm. They talk Larry the Cat, drunken election night stomps around the newsroom and why every politician has the potential to be funny. (Fi is back tomorrow) Jane also speaks to political historian Sir Anthony…

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Are YouTubers about to steal your supper? 42:37

2M ago42:37

42:37

We discover why some TV execs are troubled by the rise of copycat formats online. Media news and analysis with entertainment exec Rina Dayalji & Broadcast’s Insights Editor Rebecca Cooney. Also on the programme: podcast growth continues, but which formats could make it onto TV? And what genres are missing for this growing mainstream audience? Plus,…

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LIVE AT CROSSED WIRES FESTIVAL: Part Two 42:47

2M ago42:47

42:47

Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. In this half, they answer audience questions and discuss retirement, worst interviewees and hand out some highly-coveted tote bags. Jane will be back on Monday with a special guest presenter (normal service …

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LIVE AT CROSSED WIRES FESTIVAL: Part One (with Richard Coles) 46:28

2M ago46:28

46:28

Jane and Fi are away all this week so we're bringing you a special two-part live episode from their show at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. They're joined on stage by Richard Coles to discuss his latest novel 'Murder at the Monastery'. They discuss fake tan, who God would vote for and getting mistaken for Dumbledore... Our next book club pick ha…

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Deepfakes, Fessholes and The Telegraph's lost millions 54:08

2M ago54:08

54:08

Where are the deepfakes we expected this election? We look at which media platforms are instead shifting the political discourse, against expectations. Also on the programme: how to build a million-strong social media brand: the creator of Fesshole, Rob Manuel reveals all. Plus, there’s a hole in the Telegraph’s finances - we look at why. How can w…

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60 is just a number and a Freedom Card (with Tom Bower) 57:51

2M ago57:51

57:51

Jane and Fi are about to break up for their summer holidays but there's much to cover before that... In this episode Jane and Fi discuss funeral flowers, Dora's needs and Colin and Connie. Plus, Mystic Garv makes one more appearance before Jane goes on her holidays... Sit tight for that. Also, Jane speaks to biographer and journalist Tom Bower abou…

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Not in birthday month, please. (with Jill Halfpenny) 50:09

2M ago50:09

50:09

The festivities continue for Jane's impending birthday with several Colins en route - no expense has been spared! After she's finished opening some cards, they discuss blushing, draughts and Jane's toes. Plus, Jane speaks to actress Jill Halfpenny about her memoir 'A Life Reimagined: My Journey of Hope in the Midst of Loss'. Our next book club pick…

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But Princess Anne never did sidesaddle! (with Ashley John-Baptiste) 46:07

2M ago46:07

46:07

Jane is reflecting on her upcoming birthday and Fi has some hard truths about the milestone... They also chat riding sidesaddle, cruises and retirement plans. Plus, Fi speaks to BBC reporter Ashley John-Baptiste about his memoir 'Looked After: A Childhood in Care'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.…

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Making noises getting off the sofa... 55:21

2M ago55:21

55:21

Mystic Jane is defending her predictions after a weekend of football. More to come on that front... They also discuss milestone birthdays, pro and cons of France and the lunch hour. Plus, Fi speaks to leading human rights barrister Susie Alegre about her book ‘Human Rights, Robot Wrongs’. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presum…

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Your History: A new podcast from The Times 23:08

2M ago23:08

23:08

This Friday we're sharing an episode of a brand new podcast from The Times. It's called Your History, and each week it uses the obituary pages of The Times to tell the stories of important and fascinating lives. This week Anna Temkin, deputy obituaries editor at The Times, explores the lives of TV doctor Michael Mosley and pioneering astronaut Bill…

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Manifestos & The (Lack Of) Vision For UK Media 45:56

2M ago45:56

45:56

What can we expect for our industry from the next government? We look through the manifestos launched this week, as well as rounding up the best election coverage so far. Media news and analysis, this week with the i paper’s arts and media correspondent Adam Sherwin and Deadline’s investigations editor Jake Kanter. Also on the programme: Paramount …

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