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 Wrong With Her'.

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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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 Things'.

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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'.

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

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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'.

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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.

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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's also a discussion about quite a serious news story, if you're affected by any of the issues raised then please email [email protected]

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

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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 you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

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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 contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: [email protected].

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Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

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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 next book club pick has been announced! 'Missing, Presumed' is by Susie Steiner.

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

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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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 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

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.