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Putting the funk in dysfunctional!

Ep. 352

All the big questions are pondered on this gloomy Wednesday - What was Mr. Poppy doing in that primary school? What time did Jesus arrive? Have you ever been undressed by a king? Let us know!


Plus, political journalist John Lee discusses his new podcast ‘From Bomb to Ballot: The History of Sinn Féin’, ahead of the Irish election on Friday.


Get your suggestions in for the next book club pick!


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


Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury

Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler

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