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Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball

Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball

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Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball lift the lid on the messy, everyday reality of trying to live well. Long-time friends and beloved broadcasters, they swap the studio for the sofa to catch up on everything going on in their lives — from homes and gardens to family life, health, ageing and music.

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Dig It is a Persephonica production.



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Episodes
  • 81: Feral Squirrels and Toy Story: Speculum Edition
    Apr 6 2026


    Jo and Zoe chat vaping squirrels and all the strange things turning up in British gardens. Also, a brilliantly unhinged story about a speculum becoming a child’s favourite toy.

    Watch on YouTube -

    OUR UPLIFTING PLAYLIST
    For Michelle, and anyone who needs it — search ‘Dig It Uplifting’ on Spotify or find the link below.
    https://open.spotify.com/playlist/473EfIIUzq8w7M7lBqqtUO?si=dYvxOcpdR2mR_PUM-lhw1A

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    KELLOGG’S CLUB BREAKFAST
    Jo is headlining a one-off breakfast rave for over-50s at The Lower Third in London on Saturday 18th April, starting at 09:00. There are 200 free tickets available (ticketed but free - registration required): https://Kelloggs_ClubBreakfast.eventbrite.co.uk

    DIG IT x FOTHERGILL’S – SOW & TELL SEEDS
    We’ve teamed up with Fothergill’s to bring you our very own Sow & Tell seed packs - featuring cosmos and cherry tomatoes.
    Become an annual member of The Potting Shed to receive your seeds plus a Dig It tote bag:
    https://digit.supportingcast.fm/
    Check out amazing seasonal highlights at https://mr-fothergills.co.uk/

    GET IN TOUCH
    📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk
    📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795
    💬 Or tap here to send a voice note or message on WhatsApp:⁠ ⁠https://wa.me/447477038795

    SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
    🌳 Woodland Trust — Dedicate a tree, a bench, or even a whole area of woodland in the name of someone you love. Dedications start from a suggested donation of £20. Visit www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/digit

    🧠 Alzheimer's Society — Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia. Find out more at www.alzheimers.org.uk

    CREDITS
    Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan
    Producer: Samantha Psyk
    Assistant Producer: Eve Jones
    Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty
    Video Editors: Danny Pape and Jack Whiteside

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    16 mins
  • 80: Monty Don: Bare Bum, Begonias and British Gardens
    Apr 1 2026

    Monty Don joins us to talk about British gardens, chasing cows in the nude and accidentally declaring war on begonias.

    You can order Monty's new book 'British Gardens' here: https://amzn.to/4sJh3HL

    GET IN TOUCH
    📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk
    📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795
    💬 Or tap here to send a voice note or message on WhatsApp:⁠ ⁠https://wa.me/447477038795

    KELLOGG’S CLUB BREAKFAST
    Jo is headlining a one-off breakfast rave for over-50s at The Lower Third in London on Saturday 18th April, starting at 09:00. There are 200 free tickets available (ticketed but free - registration required): https://Kelloggs_ClubBreakfast.eventbrite.co.uk

    DIG IT x FOTHERGILL’S – SOW & TELL SEEDS
    We’ve teamed up with Fothergill’s to bring you our very own Sow & Tell seed packs - featuring cosmos and cherry tomatoes.
    Become an annual member of The Potting Shed to receive your seeds plus a Dig It tote bag:
    https://digit.supportingcast.fm/
    Check out amazing seasonal highlights at https://mr-fothergills.co.uk/

    SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
    Ancient + Brave
    Get 20% off your first three subscription orders plus £5 off your first order with code DIGIT5.
    Visit: https://ancientandbrave.earth/planet

    Alzheimer’s Society
    Find out more about dementia support, research and how you can help:
    https://www.alzheimers.org.uk

    CREDITS
    Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan
    Producer: Samantha Psyk
    Assistant Producer: Eve Jones
    Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty
    Video Editors: Danny Pape and Jack Whiteside

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    34 mins
  • 79: DIG IN: Should I Feel Guilty For Moving Away From My Parents?
    Mar 30 2026

    Hannah asks a question about how to manage the guilt of moving away from parents, especially as they get older. Katrina wants to know all about any tall tales that friends and family have convinced us are true over the years. Amanda has a hilarious story about a misidentified ‘toy’ that ended up causing a stir in the local charity shop. Plus, we share your brilliant robot lawnmower name suggestions… Keep ‘em coming!

    The organisation that Jo mentions which helps siblings of those with additional needs is called Sibs - you can find out more about their work here: https://www.sibs.org.uk/

    GET IN TOUCH
    📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk
    📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795
    💬 Or tap here to send a voice note or message on WhatsApp:⁠ ⁠https://wa.me/447477038795

    SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

    This episode is brought to you by The Woodland Trust and Visit Scotland & Trip Advisor.

    CREDITS
    Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan
    Producer: Samantha Psyk
    Assistant Producer: Eve Jones
    Technical Producer: Danny Pape
    Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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    20 mins
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nothing brings me more joy than listening to Jo and Zoe whilst doing the chores, informative, topical and joyful

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