Fortunately... with Fi and Jane

136. Knock-Through Regrets and Open Pants with Angela Scanlon

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:41:00 GMT

This week, TV and Radio Presenter Angela Scanlon beams through to Fi and Jane to join them for a chat.Known for hosting on The One Show, and Radio 2, Angela talks the ladies through her architectural TV series Your Home Made Perfect. She and Jane also share their love of veiny cheeses, some beans are spilled about hair dye adverts and the three of them discuss Thanks A Million, Angela's new podcast all about gratitude.Prior to Angela entering the chat, the quest to name Fi's exercise bike continues...with interesting results. Jane has had an emotional encounter with a washing line and there is some reminiscing about red Volvos.

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135. Putting the 'I' in Twerp with Catherine Bohart and Sarah Keyworth

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately Catherine Bohart and Sarah Keyworth dial in to see Fi and Jane.A couple together and comedians separately, they discuss their new podcast You'll Do, which explores what makes modern relationships work. As well as offering their romantic insight, Fi gives the guests a tour of her somewhat eclectic bookshelf and Jane quizzes them on 'gateway vegetables'.Before Catherine and Sarah entered the virtual meeting room: Jane unearths some work from her never-before-seen songwriting collection, there's a game with chocolate eggs and Fi has a wonky saddle.

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134. Corsets and Cooper's Ligaments with Lucy Worsley

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 15:30:00 GMT

The week Fi and Jane are joined by historian, presenter and Chief Curator to Historic Royal Palaces, Lucy Worsley.Jane regales them with the story of the time Henry VIII had a chat with her on his wedding day and Fi finds out which Hollywood A-Lister Lucy's television thinks she is obsessed with. Plus the downsides to fixed plumbing, a new angle on Queen Victoria and we're going looking for a sizzle.Before that we reveal the challenge Fi has set herself for the lockdown, Jane's off on an all-inclusive holiday with her housemates and there's an investigation of the impact of Covid-19 on bras.

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133. Everything is Elasticated with Jonathan Freedland

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 18:04:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are both at home, but that doesn't stop them or their guest. This week it's the author and journalist Jonathan Freedland.The ladies manage to link up via videoconferencing and despite a few technical glitches they came together on Wednesday 25th March 2020. They compare their approaches to adjusting to life in a pandemic, there are missives from overseas and a dip into Jane's diary from this week in 1979.It's not long before a notification lights up and Jonathan Freedland joins the chat. The author and journalist gives his insight on the times, including the philosophy of home schooling (or the lack of) and takes Fi and Jane into the world of his new thriller... written by Jonathan's combat-pant wearing alter ego Sam Bourne

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132. On the Plus Side, Paella with Helen Lewis

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 15:54:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are back with Fortunately and taking the necessary health precautions. Their guest this week is the writer Helen Lewis.Fi and Jane met up at a safe social distance Monday 16th March to debrief on last week's episode, daydream about a certain MI6 agent with a landline and find out just what's getting Fi's goat about our new global situation.They were then joined by writer and Radio 4 host Helen Lewis, whose new book explores feminist figures through history and how they deserve to be revisited as the Difficult Women they were. You can also expect forays into marital matters, Spanish pop stars and water contaminations in the Worcester area during the 90s.

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Oh! What a Marrow, with Rachel Burden LIVE in Salford

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 15:29:00 GMT

5Live Breakfast Host Rachel Burden joins Fi, Jane and an audience of Fortunately fans for special live show at the Lowry Theatre in Salford.Fi and Jane battle trains, delays and automobiles in an attempt to get to the Lowry on time, tune in to find out if they make it! Waiting for them on stage is star of 5 Live and BBC Breakfast Rachel Burden, who shares tales of grooming, mouldy pesto jars and comparing offspring with Nicky Campbell.Before the interval Fi and Jane exchange burning questions such as 'when did you realise you're short?' and 'are there any men in the audience?'

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130. Habsburgs and Hairy Fruit with Adam Rutherford

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 17:00:00 GMT

Fi and Jane catch up with broadcaster and scientist Adam Rutherford, presenter of Radio 4's Inside Science and the Curious Case of Rutherford and Fry.He finds the ladies on the 4th floor of BBC NBH, fresh from reminiscing about Kevin Keegan. Adam tells them about his very special cricket team what its like to share a studio with Woman's Hour. Big issues out of the way they then delve into the light matter of genetics...Adam's new book explores the relationship between science and ideas of race and genealogy. He reveals some interest truths for Fi and Jane about their own ancestry and also about dating in Iceland.Before Adam drops in: Jane continues her computer course, courtesy of generous listeners and Fi reveals what it's like to get your eyelashes permed.

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129. Manageable Breaks and Verdant Bushes, with Phil Wang

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 14:37:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately, Fi and Jane are joined by the comedian Phil Wang.Phil and Fi share their love of Portugal and the three of them then dive into the best way to store girders, what its like to be on a panel show, the importance of optimism, the merits of Las Vegas and much more. There's a test of Jane's incredible time guessing psychic abilities.Before Phil turns up it's gifts galore as Fi brings some goodies back from her holiday and Jane has got her a little something for her upcoming birthday. There's also a loving tribute to a recently deceased icon of computing, leading to a big confession on Jane's part.

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128. Two Bras and Fly-tipping with Susannah Constantine

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 15:05:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately, fashion guru Susannah Constantine provides some wardrobe advice to Fi and Jane.The What Not To Wear star talks to the ladies about overcoming shyness, the issue of skirts and what clothes can tell us about ourselves. She sizes up Fi and Jane and the three of them play godchildren top trumps.Before Susannah arrives there's a sweet special delivery and an accusation about Fi's mother.

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127. Average Sized Nuts and Curling with Claudia Winkleman and Tanya Byron

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:59:00 GMT

Strictly host Claudia Winkleman and psychologist Tanya Byron join Fortunately this week.They sit down with Fi and Jane to talk about being a parent, being a child, curling, reptiles and what Jane gets up to on the top of the number 94 bus. All of which relates to their new podcast How Did We Get Here?When not getting the lowdown from Claudia and Tanya, Fi and Jane discuss emoji use, landline voices and an interesting discovery Fi has made off the back of last week's episode.

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126. Dodgy Molluscs and Steaming Pants with Marian Keyes

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:17:00 GMT

Fi and Jane welcome the novelist Marian Keyes around the Fortunately table to share a bag of chocolates.The bestselling author has some confessions about her bowling prowess (or lack of it). Marian also talks to Fi and Jane about appreciating the small things, generational change in Ireland and why a bad waxwork is better than a good one.In addition, the ladies have some consumer confessions, there's a bad smell in Jane's Kitchen and Fi gets dumped.

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125. Internal Balls and Sponning with Clara Amfo

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:38:00 GMT

Radio 1's Clara Amfo comes to see Fi and Jane for this week's episode of Fortunately.The presenter of the mid-morning show joins the ladies to discuss her new podcast, This City. Clara talks about semi-attempting to go vegan, teaches Fi and Jane a new way to show appreciation, goes inside the world of the uber famous and talks through the representation of African countries in the media....before Clara's arrival - there's a bit film reviewing, an insight into how Jane listens to disco and Fi tries on a new look.

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124. Mates on a Plate with Dani Dyer

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 15:52:00 GMT

Fi and Jane crack on with another episode of Fortunately and with them this time is Love Island star Dani Dyer.Dani gives two of them a guide to living their best lives, including how to look after your eyelashes and being less harsh on yourself. They chat about the opportunities and problems of appearing on reality TV and what it was like to grow up with an East End acting icon as a Dad.Before Dani arrives Fi and Jane assess their chances of becoming Director General and/or Bake Off presenter. There's also two games to play: Create Your Own Royal Expert and What's the Earliest Time You've Had a Bath?

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123. Aerobicising with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:24:00 GMT

Mid January blues setting in? Those New Year's exercise routines starting to waiver? Fear not, Fi and Jane have just the person to help you out.This week, Fortunately has an appointment with Dr Rangan Chatterjee. Jane is ready in her sweatpants, fresh from hitting her step target. Fear not though fitness sceptics - Fi is on hand to ask if the buzz about getting fit at this time of year really is all that.Once Rangan arrives, they discuss how to break bad health habits all year round, Jane probes the doctor about sheds and Rangan estimates how many roast potatoes he eats in one sitting.And before he arrives... Dominic Cummings' builder's bottom, what to do with old panettones and a bit of a ding dong about the word 'hero'.

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122. Taking Transmitters with Scott Mills

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 15:24:00 GMT

It's the first episode of a new series and star DJ Scott Mills pops down to the BBC Media Cafe to see Fi and Jane.Ready to jump into 2020 Fi and Jane return to for a new series of the Fortunately Podcast. Jane is armed with bagels and kale. They catch up on the festive season, sharing their highlights (and lowlights). There's also a mention of some peculiar driving habits and the ladies form a new business idea.Once Scott arrives the two of them quiz him on his career, including his stint as the UK's youngest commercial radio DJ. There's discussion of motorway services on the M3, insights on how to DJ across the networks and expert Eurovision predictions.

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121. On the Hummus Cusp with Amy Lamé

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 14:38:00 GMT

Fi and Jane meet Night Czar Amy Lamé for the final episode before Christmas.The ladies head down to London's City Hall to meet Amy to chat about her role as London's Night Czar. Faced with the tricky challenge of two home birds, Amy tries to tailor the perfect night out for Jane and reminisces about Fi the party animal. There's also a dip related revelation from Jane and requests are put in for Amy's 6Music Breakfast Show over Christmas.Before they're called up to the Czar's Office, Fi and Jane imagine an intergalactic Radio 4, compare Strictly contestants with stars of Little Women...and Fi discloses what made her watch the same episode of Masterchef three times in a row.

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120. Tahini Dribble with Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 14:41:00 GMT

This week, Fi and Jane are joined by Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené, authors of the Slay In Your Lane, the bestselling guide to life for Black British women.First up: Fi and Jane's conversation ranges from Jane's shockingly relaxed approach to the festive season to an big question about ladders. The ladies also reveal a very big interview they have coming up with a real radio legend.In the second half, over a cup of tea Elizabeth and Yomi talk education, the working world, friendship and approaching being inclusive.

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119. How to Lose a Tail with Tom Bradby

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:57:00 GMT

Presenter of ITV News and novellist Tom Bradby pays a visit to the BBC to see Fi and Jane.They chat about his most recent book Secret Service, election night and the Royal Family after Tom's recent documentary with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. He also discusses experiencing insomnia and taking care of his mental health.Before Tom's arrival: Fi talks about a singing career in the family and Jane's smoke alarm needs changing.

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118. Back at the Brownies with Nigel Slater

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:13:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately our guest is food writer, broadcaster and full on national treasure Nigel Slater.The author of Toast, Tender and Greenfeast joins Fi and Jane for a chat around the kitchen table. The only question is whether Jane will make it Fi's house on time.Once they're all settled in with cake and coffee, the three of them discuss writing about your own life, who does the washing up, sugar cravings and 'the M4 test'.

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117. Group Chats and Potty-celli, with Russell Kane

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 15:16:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately, Fi and Jane get to know the comedian, author and podcast host Russell Kane.He joins Fi and Jane at a BBC breakfast bar to tell them about his hit podcast Evil Genius. He also engages the ladies in interesting discussions on potty training, Dads, pugs and Thatcherism.In the run up to his arrival there are stories of crime, punishment and nicotine. Plus Fi and Jane analyse the reaction to a particular Royal interview.

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116. Premier League Pants and Creme de Menthe, with Nick Bright

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 15:14:00 GMT

In this episode of Fortunately, Fi and Jane play host to Nick Bright. You can find him talking football on 5Live's The Squad, or DJ-ing in the 1Xtra saturday morning slot.The ladies take Nick on a tour of their childhood beverages, get their heads around Jurgen Klopp's diary and seek out the inside goss on BBC Sports Personality.And before that, in the first half: used cars, underpants and Jane's dodgy blinds.

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115. Cross Incontinence, with Gemma Cairney

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:13:00 GMT

This week on Fortunately, Fi and Jane sit down with all round broadcasting sensation Gemma Cairney, star across the networks from 1Xtra to 6Music and presenter of Radio 4's Sound Odyssey.There's a sense of adventure in the air as Fi returns from the Fjords and Jane's signed up to a new online service for lonely hearts.Over a hefty flapjack and pineapple chunks, they get the lowdown from Gemma on growing up, ancient medicine, an interesting quote from Trevor Nelson andromance...both old and new.

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114. Deed Poll and Scaffolders with Dawn O'Porter

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 15:53:00 GMT

Dawn O'Porter drops by in this week's episode of Fortunately, giving Fi and Jane an insight on life in Los Angeles.The writer and presenter finds Fi and Jane in an oddly named Broadcasting House meeting room. Together they discuss the Royals, setting up a charity, fringes, names and last suppers.But before that: addressing the elephant in the meeting room and an update from a certain retired greyhound.

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113. Gossipy Proust, with Ann Cleeves

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Fi and Jane get a special visit from acclaimed crime-writer Ann Cleeves.The creator of Vera and Shetland tells them about her new book The Long Call, set in North Devon. Ann also takes them through her many different vocations, offers reading recommendations and fields the ladies' questions on everyone's favourite Northumberland DCI.In addition to that, Fi goes in on make-up language and Jane tells all about an incident she swore would never make it to the airways.

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112. Trailing Spouses with Julia Hartley-Brewer

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:19:00 GMT

Fi and Jane venture back out to the BBC Pizza and their guest this week is the journalist and broadcaster Julia Hartley-Brewer.They talk Brexit, Feminism, dreamy Greek Finance Ministers, whether sausage rolls are worth it and they go head to head in a running-order off.Plus there's a new way to wear your cardigan and a recommendation of which church to visit if you are in Herefordshire.

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111. Menstruation and 'mongering with Emma Barnett

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 13:32:00 GMT

This week on the podcast, Fi and Jane welcome Emma Barnett. Emma talks about her 5Live show, being a fellow presenter on Woman's Hour and her new book aimed at busting the taboos around periods. All that and there's also time for living off-grid, etymology chat and some interesting listener correspondence.

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110. Blockchain and Tangle Teezers, with Jamie Bartlett

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 14:54:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by writer Jamie Bartlett to get the lowdown on The Missing Cryptoqueen, the new podcast uncovering a multibillion-dollar mystery.Jamie is joined by Producer Georgia, a familiar face to many as a former member of the Fortunately team. Jamie and Georgia reveal the twists and turns of investigating a worldwide scandal, and Fi and Jane demonstrate their knowledge of crypto-currency. Plus it's time for a duvet change, there's Masterchef impressions and Jamie reveals his jealousy of a certain Supermarket Sweep presenter.

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109. Walnut and Weightlifting with Maeve McClenaghan

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:05:00 GMT

Fi and Jane have made it through the rain this week for a meet up with Maeve McClenaghan, investigative journalist and host of The Tip Off podcast.Maeve's podcast interviews leading journalists about the breaking the world's biggest stories. Fi and Jane find out about some the most shocking discoveries and also get Maeve's insight on a bruised banana. Plus there's masculine hygiene, a revelation from Fi and a networking event with a twist.

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108. 100 Days to Christmas with Rev Kate Bottley

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 11:48:00 GMT

Fortunately goes ecclesiastical this week as Fi and Jane's guest is The Reverend Kate Bottley.The star of BBC Radio 2's Good Morning Sunday and Gogglebox alumni fills the ladies in on the theology of I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Kate recalls tales of parishes past, shows off her dance moves and reveals that, like Fi and Jane, she prefers Easter to Christmas. Plus there's re-upholstery encounters and Jane attempts an Archers related Damascene conversion.

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107. The Weezy Bum Bum Show, with Ian Wright

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 14:17:00 GMT

The autumn term continues apace and Fi and Jane return to the BBC Media Cafe for this week's Fortunately Podcast, this time with the legendary Ian Wright.They discuss the bonuses of an away match at Grimsby Town, how to whip a good sponge and Ian's awakening to proper pyjamas. Plus there's an eyebrow-raising classified advertisement and some Tudor based despair.

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106. Local Boar Risotto, with DJ Ace

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 13:26:00 GMT

After a brief summer break Fortunately returns. In this Autumn season opener Fi and Jane are joined by DJ Ace from BBC Radio 1Xtra.Ace talks the two of them through the merits of online shopping, reminisces about his school days and the ladies offer some career coaching.

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105. Live Show at the Hay Festival

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 11:55:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are at the Hay Festival with a full house of eager Fortunately listeners. Recorded in May 2019. Fortunately returns in the first week of September.Producer: JP Devlin

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104. Rabbits, Hermits and Round Red Cheeses with Jacqueline Gold

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:32:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by Ann Summers CEO Jacqueline Gold to talk rabbits, hermits, catsuits and will Brexit mean a vibrator shortage?Presenters: Fi Glover & Jane GarveyProducer: JP Devlin

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103. A Return to Inner Curls and Contrarians with Emily Maitlis

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 13:33:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are hopping all over the country and so sadly couldn't make it to the BBC Piazza this week. Instead, Fi reports from a Bournemouth beach and presents us with one of her favourite episodes.Back in February 2018 the ladies were joined by BBC Newsnight presenter Emily Maitlis. They talked Jacob Rees-Mogg, interviewing contrarians, and a changing room scandal. Plus comedian David Baddiel stops by, and there's millionaire shortbread.

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102. Deforesting the Territory with Ros Atkins

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 14:36:00 GMT

Jane takes a break from a very interesting event to join Fi on the BBC piazza. This week their guest is the BBC News presenter and recent podcaster Ros Atkins. Ros details what it's like to be texting a Titan of the US airwaves, skin care techniques and how a drive down the M4 led to a landmark broadcasting project.

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101. Snoring on the Sleeper with Kirsty Wark

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 13:45:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by Newsnight's Kirsty Wark who describes filleting squirrels, making whisky and living with only one working nostril.Producer: JP Devlin

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100. Marking our 100th Episode with Ken Bruce

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:52:00 GMT

Fi and Jane head to BBC Radio 2 to see former car hire salesman and failed accountant Ken Bruce who describes how to deal with cheats on PopMaster, how to hit the news on time and how to sex a tortoise... after they've bumped into Steve Wright on the way.Producer - JP Devlin

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99. Grief and Cutlery Chuff with Cariad Lloyd

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 13:50:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by comedian, actress, writer and host of the Griefcast podcast Cariad Lloyd to talk death, Jane Austen, celebrities in pet shops and famous people called Dick.

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98. Nice Ears Shame About The Feet with Suzy Klein

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:33:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by BBC Radio 3 presenter Suzy Klein as they try to talk embroidery, bloated sheep and odd-shaped forearms despite a noisy crisp eater at the next table.

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97. Anita Anand Has All The Answers

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 13:25:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by author and broadcaster Anita Anand who recalls writing to Mikhail Gorbachev and sitting on Jimmy Carter.Producer: JP Devlin

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96. Making Hay with Frank Cottrell Boyce

Fri, 31 May 2019 11:32:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by writer Frank Cottrell Boyce in the Green Room at the Hay Festival where he reveals the question he's most commonly asked by his young audience. Also, actress Maxine Peake drops by to talk about her whippet.Producer: JP Devlin

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95. On the Night Shift with Dotun Adebayo

Fri, 24 May 2019 11:59:00 GMT

More of the random and unconnected musings of old broadcasting friends Fi Glover and Jane Garvey. This week broadcaster Dotun Adebayo talks about the highlights of his night-time radio career, including Fi's PVC cat suit.Presenters: Fi Glover and Jane GarveyContributor: Dotun AdebayoProducer: JP Devlin

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94. Talking Dirty with Gyles Brandreth

Fri, 17 May 2019 13:38:00 GMT

More of the random and unconnected musings of old broadcasting friends Fi Glover and Jane Garvey. This week, polymath Gyles Brandreth offers a guide to Stockport, Copenhagen and erotic fiction.Presenters: Fi Glover and Jane GarveyContributor: Gyles BrandrethProducer: JP Devlin

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93. The Four Ps and the Two Ranis with Adil Ray

Fri, 10 May 2019 14:12:00 GMT

More of the random and unconnected musings of old broadcasting friends Fi Glover and Jane Garvey. This week actor, comedian, TV presenter and marketing graduate Adil Ray offers advice to Fi and Jane on how to sell themselves.Producer: JP Devlin

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92. From Hobb to Head Honcho with Matthew Bannister

Fri, 03 May 2019 11:32:00 GMT

Presenter, manager, folk music podcaster and first ever guest named after something in a house, Matthew Bannister joins the Fortunately self-help group.

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91. Drinking with despots with Christiane Amanpour

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:01:00 GMT

When visitors wear your clothes and the challenge of fixing a new garden hosepipe with CNN Chief International Anchor Christiane Amanpour

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90. In Memoriam Mittens with Elizabeth Day

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 13:30:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by writer and podcaster Elizabeth Day who shows off her painted fingernails.

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89. Our Audience Overheats: some favourite Fortunately moments.

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 14:31:00 GMT

Shaun Keaveny guides us through some choice bits of the podcast from the past couple of years. These include appearances from Miriam Margoyles, Ed Miliband, Susannah Reid and London Hughes. Along with many other interesting encounters there’s also tales of Royal Weddings, blow by blow accounts of shoe shop tantrums, reports of unusual cervical inspections and eulogies for Dwarf Hamsters…all courtesy of Fi and Jane.

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88. DJ Annie Mac is in the mix

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 14:00:00 GMT

Fi and Jane throw the blankets off their knees and hit the dancefloor with Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac

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87. On the fringe of the leadership summit, with Maria McErlane

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 15:36:00 GMT

Maria McErlane, agony aunt on Graham Norton’s Radio 2 show, dispenses advice. Amongst other issues, she addresses how to do the perfect ugly face crying and whether Fi and Jane really should apply for the job of Radio 4 Controller.

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86. Cheeseburgers and chocolate shakes with Jake Humphrey

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 15:00:00 GMT

Fi and Jane talk football, Formula 1 and failed exams with BT Sport presenter Jake Humphrey. The queens of the involuntary sound take advice on getting a blemish free complexion as they attempt to join the world of football punditry.

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85. Big Beans and Whopper Questions, with Laura Kuenssberg

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 16:16:00 GMT

Fi and Jane welcome along the one and only Laura Kuenssberg, BBC Political Editor. Together they expose a celebrity chef’s toasties and reminisce about referendums past. Laura gives the lowdown from life on the road and Jane shares her story of an evening at Chequers. Plus Fi spots a pair of penny-farthings.

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84. Fondant Nozzles and Freemasonry, with Bella Mackie

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 15:49:00 GMT

Fi has a special birthday this week and here for the celebrations is writer and journalist Bella Mackie. Bella’s book Jog On explores the benefits of running for mental health so Jane brings out some of her own exercise experiences, including pilates and fun runs gone by. Bella also explains Ultimate Fighting Championship and Fi grills Jane on her recent visit to the Grand Lodge.

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83. Ready for Tingles, with Clive Myrie

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:19:00 GMT

Fi and Jane do some time bending in front of Broadcasting House and they’re joined by newsreading icon Clive Myrie. They get the lowdown on stories from inside and outside the studio, find out how to dish up some Jamaican cuisine and there’s even a guest appearance from the BBC’s Annita McVeigh.

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82.Early Morning Movements with Ritula Shah

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:05:00 GMT

Fi and Jane venture out to the BBC pizza this week and are joined by The World Tonight’s Ritula Shah. Aside from Ritula’s dulcet broadcasting tones, they discuss the joy of the night shift and the bizarre world of 80s local radio. Plus there’s an inside scoop from a Royal visit and the return of Sarah Montague. Again.

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81. Globulogic up the Danube, with Dolly Alderton and Pandora Sykes

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 15:01:00 GMT

Inside Broadcasting House to avoid the wintery weather, Fi and Jane are joined by Dolly Alderton and Pandora Sykes, the creators of the phenomenally successful High Low podcast. They discuss the importance of female friendship, where to put nice emails and the perils of a degree in Drama.

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80. Crushed Wotsits and Emergency Loo Roll, with Tracey Thorn.

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 15:00:00 GMT

Back at the BBC, writer and Everything But The Girl musician Tracey Thorn pays a visit to a star struck Fi and Jane. In honour of Tracy’s new teenage memoir, Jane has brought her own adolescent diaries for Fi to analyse. They also explore bread metaphors, Smash Hits questions and how to prepare for the apocalypse.

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79. Name that Pope, with Dr Sarah Jarvis

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 15:00:00 GMT

Somebody called a Doctor this week as Fi and Jane are joined by resident broadcasting physician Dr Sarah Jarvis. In addition to Fi and Jane’s list of ailments, Dr Sarah talks famous patients, historical period solutions and the surprises of reporting for The One Show.

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78. Easy Peelers and Cones of Shame, with Iain Dale

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 15:00:00 GMT

The inimitable broadcaster and political commentator Iain Dale pays a visit to the BBC piazza this week, after Fi and Jane lift the lid on BBC Sounds with Launch Director Charlotte Lock. There’s also a surprise visitor all the way from Ambridge.

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77. Prolapsing Hot Water Bottles…with Sara Cox

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 15:00:00 GMT

Fi and Jane offer a warm welcome to 2019 with the new host of Radio 2’s Drivetime show, Sara Cox. As well as brainstorming some feature ideas for Sara’s new gig, they discuss the risks of out of date food, the problems of having a soft ‘r’ and what it’s like to live a life in broadcasting.

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76. The slow creep of modernity gone wrong, with Gideon Coe

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 13:22:00 GMT

There’s a chill in the pizza, but it can’t puncture Fi and Jane’s demob-happy season finale mood. They’re joined by Gideon Coe for chats about their glamourous past lives in local radio, favourite Christmas songs, and a tale of teen sexting gone wrong. Fortunately returns in January.

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75. Cardiff Christmas Special!

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 14:46:00 GMT

Fi and Jane head to The Grange pub in Cardiff for the first ever Fortunately recording in front of an audience. Things get seriously festive as they take questions from the audience about interviews gone wrong, imposter syndrome and advice on surviving this most wonderful time of the year.

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74. The draught beneath my wings, with Hugh Dennis

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 15:46:00 GMT

Hugh Dennis joins Fi and Jane for a chat about his past life marketing perfumes, the joy of working with child actors, and Brussels sprouts. They discuss Hugh’s role in Radio 4’s Christmas Appeal with homelessness charity St Martin-in-the-Fields. Plus, we issue a correction about Keith the dead dwarf hamster.

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73. Kefir-tunately, with Simon Mundie

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 14:49:00 GMT

Simon Mundie – sports reporter and presenter of Radio 4’s new podcast ‘Don’t Tell Me the Score’ – becomes the first guest to bring Fi and Jane homemade kefir. They discuss what sport can teach us about resilience, tribalism and mental health. Plus, the revelation that mutton is back on the menu at the BBC Club and why you should never wear earrings and a necklace at the same time.

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72. ‘A burst of hamstery energy’, with Dame Esther Rantzen

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 14:58:00 GMT

Dame Esther Rantzen, ‘proper legend’ of broadcasting, is whisked from the pizza and into a private room in Broadcasting House for a chat with Fi and Jane. Over hot chocolates, they discuss how Esther went from studio manager and sound effects wizard, to producing and presenting her own TV shows. It’s not long before she’s put on the Fortunately naughty step. Plus, Esther reveals how a conversation with Jane inspired her to found The Silver Line charity, and why 78 is the new 78.

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71. Romperamas and titter-free zones, with Tolani Shoneye

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 15:17:00 GMT

Journalist and co-host of The Receipts Podcast, Tolani Shoneye takes the BBC pizza by storm. Tolani, Fi and Jane discuss white guilt, the unwritten rules of online dating, and what David Beckham smells like.

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70. 'Needs Sherry', With Mawaan Rizwan.

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 15:48:00 GMT

Temperatures have dropped in the piazza so Fi and Jane head inside where they are joined by comedian and Asian Network presenter, Mawaan Rizwan. They discuss how Mawaan accidentally launched a Bollywood career for his mother, nail polish on men, and what to do if you need to greet a passing Spice Girl but you're eating a quinoa salad.

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69. Sounds Launch Special from the London Eye, with James O’Brien and Leena Norms

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 15:01:00 GMT

Fortunately joins the great and the good at the new BBC Sounds App launch from the London Eye, where we record our ‘pod’ in a rotating glass pod! As we brace for entry into one of the London Eye’s revolving pods, we’re joined on the platform by YouTuber and podcaster Leena Norms. Leena leads the way as we leap into the pod where the chat continues at altitude. There’s brief mention of the stunning if foggy view across the city, but it transpires Fi is queasy about heights! Back on the ground in the BBC Sounds launch green room we are joined by broadcaster James O’Brien for a chat about his viral radio monologues, and the largest thing he’s ever lost on the tube.

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68. Dress smart, jock smart… with London Hughes

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 13:31:00 GMT

Fi and Jane congratulate each other on winning Funniest Show at the ARIA radio awards! They’re joined by comedian and presenter London Hughes who shares stories about a nightmare date, her amazing dancing grandma, and overturning racial stereotypes.

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67. The spittle of a century… with the Scummy Mummies: Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 14:54:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson, hosts of the Scummy Mummies Podcast. They talk Australian chauvinism, the future of radically honest mothering, and lying to get on the Lorraine Kelly show. Plus, a surprise appearance from a BBC legend.

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66. Bomb shelters and transmitter sites, with Cathy Newman

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 14:13:00 GMT

Channel 4 news presenter Cathy Newman on her new book called Bloody Brilliant Women, interviewing in the era of fake news, her inability to use her own oven, and the rarity of curly hair in broadcasting.

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65. Fields of chaff with Vicki Pepperdine

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 13:51:00 GMT

Vicki Pepperdine - actor and co-creator of the satirical podcast ‘Dear Joan and Jericha’ - gives advice on how to combat winter vagina and frosty balls. Plus, an update on Nancy News, vintage public service announcements and Jane’s grandmother’s bellwether bowels.

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64. Lady barnacles and toga parties with Mishal Husain

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:24:00 GMT

Mishal Husain comes fresh from the Today Programme studio to the Fortunately pizza where she’s lucky to catch Jane on fresh patch Thursday. They discuss the art of interrupting, Mishal’s new book on workplace skills for women, and detective dramas. Plus, coming soon, Fi and Jane’s new Emergency Advice for Young Adults Festival.

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63. Stiff Letters and Sideburns with Helen Zaltzman and David Dimbleby

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 13:52:00 GMT

Fi and Jane collar David Dimbleby, and Podcast Champion Helen Zaltzman joins them to discuss early crushes, the future of broadcasting and why people fuss over weddings.

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62. My head is in Wookie Hole

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 15:19:00 GMT

Broadcaster Anneka Rice joins Fi and Jane in the BBC pizza. Over a chocolate doughnut there’s stories on what it’s like to be a waxwork; kindness, and Anneka’s one-year old accountant. Plus deep drilling and fake turf.

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61. Orange linguini and donkey soap

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 14:13:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are back in the BBC piazza after the summer break. There are gifts to exchange and gossip a-plenty. Including Fi’s aqua fit and Jane’s Taverna buffet.

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A postcard from Fi and Jane

Fri, 03 Aug 2018 13:00:00 GMT

A postcard from Fi and Jane from their summer holiday.

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60. What a ménage! Season Finale with Richard Arnold

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 13:40:00 GMT

Richard Arnold - Entertainment Editor at Good Morning Britain – demands Fi and Jane be upstanding for his arrival in the BBC Media Café. Richard shares stories from his career in radio and TV presenting, including the revelation that Sooty the puppet is “very difficult to work with”. Plus North London’s bedbug orgy, cosmetic surgery and the importance of being glinty not flinty.

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59. An eye roll onto another planet, with Susanna Reid

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 14:04:00 GMT

Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid joins Fi and Jane for an iced latte and a chat about women in broadcasting, without any reference whatsoever to “those things that jut out at seaside resorts”. They discuss showing emotion on air, unwanted press attention, and their trip to the races with Clare Balding. Plus, Jane finally receives a damehood - of sorts - and Fi shares some light gynaecological anecdotage.

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58. Something for the Weakened, with Shaun Keaveny

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 14:08:00 GMT

Shaun Keaveny gets a warm, womanly intervention and some career advice from Fi and Jane. They discuss the highs and lows of breakfast shows, Shaun’s colour blindness, and the gender politics of dyeing hair.

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57. Miriam Margolyes is a lady of great passions

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 11:56:00 GMT

Actress and national treasure Miriam Margolyes joins Fi and Jane in the pizza, bringing an old school friend with her. They discuss Miriam’s recent TV presenting in America, Cuba and India, her advice to young actors, Australian misogyny, and her lifelong love of Dickens. Plus, Garvey and Glover dream up a plan to co-present a news programme, and top tips for a heatwave.

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56. Halfway up the Shard with Judy Murray

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 13:27:00 GMT

Fi and Jane get in the Wimbledon spirit with tennis legend Judy Murray. Our hosts break free of the pizza and head to Judy’s hotel, the Shangri-La, halfway up the Shard building in central London. Judy talks about her long career championing British tennis, and supporting her two sons - Andy and Jamie - in their rise from the community courts of Dunblane to becoming Wimbledon champions. Plus, Jane’s recent misadventures with coconut oil.

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55. Screeching accolades and mirrored ceilings, with Sadia Azmat

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:11:00 GMT

Sadia Azmat - comedian and co-host of podcast, No Country For Young Women – brings Fi and Jane an astonishing homemade chocolate cake. They discuss taking offence, false eyelashes, mirrored ceilings and the politics of borrowing Tupperware.

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54. Disc jockey not a doula, with Zeb Soanes

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 13:01:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by the nation’s favourite male voice, Radio 4 continuity announcer and newsreader Zeb Soanes. Fi and Jane are dismayed by Zeb’s attempt to rehabilitate the urban fox with his children’s book, Gaspard the Fox, but are somewhat won over by adorable photos of the fox that inspired the book. Plus Zeb’s uncanny impressions of other well-known voices, and the incident that explains why Jane never drinks Pernod.

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53. Quiffo Magnifico with Mobeen Azhar

Fri, 08 Jun 2018 14:07:00 GMT

Presenter, producer, and one man Northern powerhouse Mobeen Azhar joins Fi and Jane for a chat and a flapjack. They discuss some of Mobeen’s programmes which range from a new film about The Satanic Verses to radio documentaries about imams who give sex advice, British jihadism, and being transgender in Pakistan. Plus, Fi and Jane on their trip to the races with Clare Balding, and the adventures of an obstreperous goat named Mary Jane.

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52. Don’t you know who I am? With Ali Plumb

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 12:26:00 GMT

Against all advice from his colleagues, Ali Plumb – Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s film critic - braves a meeting with Fi and Jane. They discuss the highs and lows of film junkets, interviewing actors, and what would happen if the Fortunately podcast was made into a movie. It’s a busy day in the pizza and Fi and Jane also have great chats with Jenni Murray and Greg James.

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51. Royal Wedding Debrief with Camilla Tominey

Fri, 25 May 2018 13:28:00 GMT

Camilla Tominey, Royal Editor and Political Editor at the Sunday Express, joins Fi and Jane in the pizza for some Royal Wedding post-match analysis. Camilla was broadcasting for a big American network from the roof of a hotel, Jane was stationed by the sign to Legoland on the turning off the A30, and Fi was on the sofa struggling to hear the sermon over the sound of her son eating a bag of particularly crunchy crisps. Camilla reveals some fascinating insights into the lives of the monarchy, and shares stories from her career as a royal reporter.

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50. Titillation with Charlie Sloth

Fri, 18 May 2018 15:05:00 GMT

Fi and Jane head to the Radio Academy’s Radio Festival in the hopes of grabbing the glorious and the good as they queue for a free burrito. In the green room, they corner Radio 1 and 1Xtra’s legendary presenter and DJ, Charlie Sloth. When Charlie reveals his plan to stop work at 40, Fi and Jane are on hand with advice about retirement planning, pensions and getting into gardening. Plus, Jane bumps into a former colleague from her local radio days.

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49. Dirndl Skirts and Pelvic Mezzanines …with Mariella Frostrup

Fri, 11 May 2018 14:04:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by journalist and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup. They discuss French perineum experts, Emmanuel Macron’s marriage, and English national dress.

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48. Jim Al-Khalil's 50 shades of Quantum Biology

Fri, 04 May 2018 13:48:00 GMT

Fi recalls her mismatched teenage pen pal, whilst Jane takes issue with Jim's views on 80s music and fails to get to grips with quantum biology.

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47. Fatbergs and tantric sex with Jo Whiley

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 14:48:00 GMT

Fi and Jane dive into the sewers, there's a manscaping mystery and Jo Whiley tries her best to sell the festival experience.

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46. Not being the story: with Presenter Sarah Montague

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 15:03:00 GMT

On the first week in her new role as presenter of World at One, journalist Sarah Montague joins Fi and Jane to talk balanced journalism, interrupting, and presenting Today.Plus Jane’s wet step, Fi’s skiing holiday and the disloyalty of mothers.

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45. Soup, cake and organic scaffolding: Fortunately, at Jane’s house.

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Fi travels to Jane’s home in West London for the final episode in this series.Together they talk about their favourite guests, the futility of ball tampering and whose porn name would be Tiddler O’Neil.

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44. A squirrel got my melon in Yosemite, with journalist Mark Mardell

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 16:11:00 GMT

Journalist and Foreign Correspondent Mark Mardell on the dangers of taking fruit into Yosemite. Plus small town America, survivalists, and why does Mark have the nickname Snakehips? Jane and Fi find out.

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43. Life doesn’t come in paragraphs, with Will Self

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 17:35:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined in the pizza by journalist and novelist, Will Self. There’s talk of bus journeys, millennials, and does life need paragraphs?

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42. A Cautionary Tale, with Radio Critic Gillian Reynolds

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 16:08:00 GMT

Gillian Reynolds MBE joins Fi and Jane and they’re not nervous. Not at all. Well… maybe a little. Fi feels left out of a Liverpool love in. There’s a cautionary, exemplary tale. And is Jane one of the greatest broadcasters of all time? Gillian gives her verdict…

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41, Mistaken heritages, with Viv Groskop

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 14:48:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by Comedian and Russophile Viv Groskop.

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40. Inner Curls and Contrarians with Emily Maitlis

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 14:45:00 GMT

Newsnight presenter Emily Maitlis may or may not have been rude to Coldplay’s Chris Martin as she joins Fi and Jane. They talk Jacob Rees Mogg, interviewing contrarians, and a changing room scandal. Plus comedian David Baddiel gets stopped in the pizza, and three millionaire shortbreads?! Fortunately are celebrating.

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39. The Turning: with Emma Kennedy

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:29:00 GMT

Actress, writer and presenter Emma Kennedy join Fi and Jane in the pizza. There’s chat about samphire, sensible jobs, and what happens when celebrities ‘Turn’

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38. Difficult conversations about harassment, and petrol station porn... with Adam Buxton

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 16:05:00 GMT

Three podcast hosts collide as comedian and broadcaster Adam Buxton joins Fi and Jane for the first recording of the year in the BBC Piazza… until it gets too noisy and it’s back to the Media Café. Adam talks about the difficult conversations he and his friends have had about harassment. Plus the sex appeal of robots, porn at petrol stations, and a rare insight into BBC Commissioning.

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37. Cranky milks and mummy almonds… with Sheila Dillon

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 15:59:00 GMT

Sheila Dillon, presenter of the Food Programme, tells how a pesticide scandal sparked her interest in food journalism and gives some advice on buying organic. Plus Roman springs, Larry’s planks and an update on Jane’s spinning class.

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36.Spinning, Sapphic footrubs and shameful hatlessness… with Nikki Bedi

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 13:49:00 GMT

Jane and Fi brave Storm Georgina in the BBC pizza to talk to Arts Hour and BBC London presenter Nikki Bedi. Nikki reveals how Mexico City’s film industry came to the rescue during last year’s earthquake. Plus spinning classes, the social consequences of hatlessness, and perfecting your caveat voice.

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35. Young person prejudices with iPM presenter Luke Jones

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 15:27:00 GMT

iPM presenter Luke Jones joins Fi and Jane in the Media Caff. He fields questions on the habits of the millennial - including bath mats and landlines – and introduces them to a new ‘young person’ game. Plus BBC job interviews, speaking to listeners and how to feign competence on a subject you don’t understand.

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34. Black pudding baby puree… with Chef Tom Kerridge

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Jane and Fi put Tom Kerridge in the ‘joyful people’ category as they talk diets, big babies and shaved heads. Plus how Jane’s cake tin made the news.

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33: Bless you, Fi

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 20:15:00 GMT

Fi’s been struck down with the flu – but that won’t stop the first Fortunately episode of 2018. Jane pays a visit to her at home, where she’s rude about the artisan lampshade and floorboards. Plus TV doctors, Fi’s cats, and forget Serial… what happened with Jane’s turkey crown?

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32. Jane and Fi’s Review of the Year

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 15:41:00 GMT

Including ear of the year and Gloria Hunniford’s hair. Plus how to clean a pug and Christmas plans, featuring hearing aids and popped air beds

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31. Classic!

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 17:05:00 GMT

Braving the cold of the BBC pizza, Fi and Jane are joined by Radio 3 Presenter Clemency Burton-Hill to talk about AI composers and classical music. Plus creativity, pronunciation and Carols.

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30. Mildly bawdy with TV presenter Nick Knowles

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 15:04:00 GMT

The feel good factor of DIY SOS, and whether it’s sometimes ok to be bawdy.

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29. Marxist board games and smart thinking with Geoff Lloyd and Ed Miliband

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 18:01:00 GMT

Radio presenter Geoff Lloyd and Former Labour Party Leader Ed Miliband - joint hosts of the Reasons to be Cheerful podcast - join Fi and Jane for a wide-ranging interview at the BBC Media Cafe. Fi asks Ed what’s going to happen. Jane patronises Ed… and Ed patronises Jane. Plus not winning awards, dog shows and tripping over!

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28. Christmas cling film and out-there journalism with Shaimaa Khalil

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 16:34:00 GMT

BBC Journalist Shaimaa Khalil talks to Fi and Jane about the appeal – and danger - of being a foreign correspondent and the pressures it puts on her family. Plus Jane and Fi’s local radio days, and there’s a new health supplement to be tried out.

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27. Squid ink and Christmas codpieces with Grace Dent

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 18:27:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are joined by broadcaster and restaurant critic, Grace Dent, to discuss the perils of being a food critic. Clare Balding and Alice Arnold also join the ladies.

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26. George Orwell, old-fashioned porn and female flashers

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 15:59:00 GMT

Fi and Jane give their take on the BBC’s new Orwell statue and have discussions on sex and getting older. And, Jane suggests stripping off in the piazza.

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25. Optimism with presenter Jon Snow

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 16:47:00 GMT

Ever heard Jon Snow singing R Kelly? Nor had we. Fi and Jane are joined by the journalist and broadcaster to talk Trump, egos, the future of news and being an optimist. And then Jon sings.

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24. Peanut butter shower dispensers and Neil Nunes

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:16:00 GMT

Voice shaping with the BBC Radio announcer and "being a marmite broadcaster". Plus the results of Fi’s health assessment and more celebrity spotting.Produced by Georgia Catt

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23. #verystrong podcasting with W1A writer John Morton

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 15:37:00 GMT

Fi and Jane are off to Lollege College with John Morton - writer of the popular television series W1A - to talk about his teaching past, folding bikes and the low-level worry of writing comedy. Plus what happens when Hillary Clinton doesn’t show for your live interview.

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22. Bras (and interviews) of magnitude

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 15:31:00 GMT

An upcoming interview sets Fi, Jane and guest Samira Ahmed thinking.

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21. Sex industry secrets with Jon Ronson

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:19:00 GMT

Fi and Jane talk to broadcaster Jon Ronson about his new podcast series The Butterfly Effect, which traces the effect of free porn on the people who make it, those who star in it and to those who watch it.

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20. Celebrity junkets and (not) swearing

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 14:43:00 GMT

Asian Network’s Haroon Rashid on mega-celebrity interviews and the BBC’s Media Editor Amol Rajan gets a ticking off for swearing. Plus Prince Andrew posters and dinner with Meryl Streep.

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19. Chatting al fresco with Shelagh Fogarty

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 16:09:00 GMT

Fi and Jane leave the BBC piazza! And head to Leicester Square, which they decide they don’t like. They do, though, like the terrace at LBC radio, where they speak to LBC broadcaster Shelagh Fogarty about squaring up on radio phone-ins, driving test fails and inadvertently swearing on air.

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18. Horoscopes with Radio 1’s Greg James

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:15:00 GMT

Fi and Jane attempt to channel coolness as they press BBC Radio 1’s Greg James for listening tips, discuss horoscopes, and get a skincare exclusive. Plus passive aggressive gifts and the perils of celebrity film junkets.

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17. Double-heading with Shaun Keaveny and Matt Everitt

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:44:00 GMT

Fi Glover and Jane Garvey head across the BBC piazza to meet 6 Music’s Shaun Keaveny and Matt Everitt for some tips on the presenting double act. Plus summer holiday disasters and Jane’s Gender-Pay-Baps.

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Stand by. It's coming back.

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 15:43:00 GMT

Fortunately... with Fi and Jane returns very soon.

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16. Sir Magnificent Glover and Ms Fedup-o-forms

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:00:00 GMT

In the final episode before a summer break, Jane Garvey and Fi Glover discuss television poltergeists, dirty laughs and silly names.

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15. Milkmaids and Monks

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:17:00 GMT

The sleeping habits of Donald Trump; urban wildlife and milkmaid dresses.

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14. All the best, Aunty Rachel

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 14:01:00 GMT

Broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover discuss Radiohead sing-alongs, fatbergs, and menopausal greeting cards. Plus a cameo appearance from Jenni Murray

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13. Waylaid by Richard Madeley

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:33:00 GMT

Fi Glover and Jane Garvey are joined by Paddy O’Connell to discuss Richard Madeley’s anecdotes, pop quiz prowess, and Paddy’s Aunt’s Thunderbox.

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12. The Sound of Turmeric

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 14:01:00 GMT

Fi Glover and Jane Garvey go to Radio 2 to meet fellow broadcaster Jeremy Vine and discuss autograph hunters, election graphics and hipster cafes.

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11. Nearly As Good As The Shrimping Man

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 13:35:00 GMT

Jane Garvey and Fi Glover discuss miracle soap, modern politics and the radio that’s made them cry.

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10. Handwashed Bras and Loin-Length Boots

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 13:49:00 GMT

Broadcasters Fi Glover and Jane Garvey discuss laundering lingerie and man-flirting on the radio.

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9. Have I Said the Right Thing?

Fri, 26 May 2017 15:27:00 GMT

Jane Garvey and Fi Glover discuss radio presenting during a terror attack and crossing line between the personal and the professional.

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8. A Full Beard and a Nosegay

Fri, 19 May 2017 14:39:00 GMT

Over coffee in the café at Broadcasting House Fi Glover and Jane Garvey discuss Lucy Worsley’s hair, being bullied at work and the French obsession with breasts.

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7. A Gauzy Melancholy

Fri, 12 May 2017 14:25:00 GMT

Fi Glover and Jane Garvey on saying no to sparkling wine, being banned from election reporting and what’ll be on their gravestones.

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6. Sultana in My Bra

Fri, 05 May 2017 14:30:00 GMT

Two of the BBC’s finest broadcasters, Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, reveal their week’s radio listening along with stories of reality TV offers, what’s in their wills and why there’s dried fruit in their underwear.

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5. The Darkness of Matt Baker

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 13:15:00 GMT

Broadcasting legend Shaun Keaveny joins Jane Garvey and Fi Glover to discuss space travel, depressed pets, and Iggy Pop on Countryfile.

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4. Bingo Wings and Printer Rage

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 12:51:00 GMT

Top British broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover discuss printer rage, speed-dating with other presenters and choosing between listening to your own programme or that of your ex-husband.

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3. No Portcullis of Compliance

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 08:00:00 GMT

Radio women Jane Garvey and Fi Glover consider broadcasting life before health and safety - when you could drink and then broadcast; and before political correctness - when it was okay to be could be rude about everybody. And on the subject of leaving programmes, they reflect on their own endings.

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2. Dungarees A Go-Go

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 12:36:00 GMT

Radio women Fi Glover and Jane Garvey consider recreating Donald Trump's hair out of food, the genius of Prefab Sprout and whether they should have a go at reading the television news.

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1. Feel My Rambutans

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 09:08:00 GMT

Top British broadcasters Jane Garvey and Fi Glover chat over coffee in the BBC cafe about Dr Who socks, hairy fruit and the highs and lows of their lives in radio.

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