The Mayoress of Liverpool (aka Jane) has denounced Fi for her attempt at a northern accent, and has further decreed that the next Deputy Leader of the Labour Party must actively keep ferrets. Thoughts?

Plus, Fi speaks to Miriam Margolyes about her new book, 'The Little Book of Miriam'.

We've announced our next book club pick! 'Just Kids' is by Patti Smith.

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Should the teacher related to Cheddar Man become the King? Why did the Queen ride side saddle? And what wisdom will Jane and Fi dish out during their trip to Downing Street? Many questions are answered in today's email special.

We've announced our next book club pick! 'Just Kids' is by Patti Smith.

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

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It’s Double Tash Thursday! Welcome! Jane picks her pope of the week (no prizes for guessing who), they also cover UFO sightings, riding side saddle, and not getting Charlie Chaplin. Haveagoodone.

Plus, pioneering brain surgeon and writer Henry Marsh reflects on his career and discusses the new documentary about his life 'Confessions of a Brain Surgeon'.

We've announced our next book club pick! 'Just Kids' is by Patti Smith.

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Please bear with Jane - she's feeling rather 'liverish' after a raucous Tuesday night. There's more discussion of hot tuna, parking scams, and the true meaning of a Brucey Bonus...

Plus, Nick Clegg - former deputy prime minister and former president of global affairs at Meta - discusses his new book 'How to Save the Internet: The Threat to Global Connection in the Age of AI and Political Conflict'.

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

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The sheltered housing for the more commercially viable is under construction, and we expect it to open its doors to Jane and Fi soon… While they wait, they discuss Gremlins, more funeral songs, brine ideas, and blancmange.

Plus, novelist and historian Mary Chamberlain discusses her book 'Fenwomen', a fascinating insight into 20th-century rural life, 50 years on from its first publication.

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Pinch, punch, first day of the month! Jane and Fi muse over significant events associated with the 1st of September. They also discuss Julia Roberts’ voice, infused marmalades, storing feta, and the eternal question: Lego brick or cat sick?

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Is anyone thinking about Johnny's sister? And what about Johnny's sister's husband?! Well, we are! Jane and Fi also think about dog DNA, cockneys, and AI unions.

Plus, academic and writer James Fox joins us to discuss his book 'Craftland'.

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

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If you've seen an appallingly large sea monster with frightening eyes and a seaweed-like mane, and it's not your husband - please get in touch! Jane and Fi also cover pearly kings and queens, Robert Dyas cards, and eclectic funeral playlists.

Plus, woodsman, instructor, and broadcaster Ray Mears discusses his latest book 'Outdoor Tracking Handbook: How to Find Anything in the Wild'.

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

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Happy Tuesday! Fi’s over summer, but it’s still hanging in there - a bit like us… Jane and Fi also get into bilingual pets, Guildford, and a cheese smuggling escapade.

Plus, criminal barrister Alex McBride discusses the new upcoming series of 'The Jury: Murder Trial'.

You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki

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Welcome back to another Friday special! This week's bonus episode features an interview with Rachel de Souza, the Children's Commissioner for England, speaking about how we can protect children online.

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Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

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