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Off Air with Jane & Fi

I find a primary school loo VERY comfortable (with David Hepworth)

Ep. 314
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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.


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 Instagram! @janeandfi


Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn

Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler


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