Best Tom Widdicombe Podcasts (2025)

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S11 EP23: Joe Thomas 50:12

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3d ago50:12

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian and actor - Joe Thomas. You can listen to Joe's new podcast 'Joe and James Fact Up' wherever you get your podcasts. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review…

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S11 EP22: Back to Parenting 50:56

6d ago50:56

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Rob's family have joined him in Australia and Josh gets into an altercation on the train from London to Exeter! Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street…

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S11 EP21: Customer Service Revenge 50:59

10d ago50:59

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... this episodes we go through some of your listener correspondence. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with t…

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S11 EP20: Rugged and Ready 40:17

13d ago40:17

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small bus…

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S11 EP19: Harry Aikines-Aryeetey 55:39

17d ago55:39

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant former commonwealth sprinter - Harry Aikines-Aryeetey. A former Commonwealth sprinter and television personality, known for appearing as "Nitro" in the BBC sports endurance competition series Gladiators You can see Harry on the latest series of Strictly C…

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S11 EP18: A Sneeze is Normal 56:13

20d ago56:13

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small bus…

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Direct Action - 27 Days in a Tunnel 48:57

22d ago48:57

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This is Episode 2 of my chat with Doctor Larch Maxey. In the first episode we talked about Larch's prison experiences. In this episode we look more closely at the philosophy of Direct Action, and also look into the actual reality of living for 27 days in a tunnel. We recorded this episode Live, at the wonderful 'Buckfastleigh mic' on September 27th…

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S11 EP17: Chris McCausland (The Return) 58:02

24d ago58:02

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor and comedian - Chris McCausland. Chris first appeared on the show back in August 2021 and it's fair to say a LOT has happened with Chris since then, including winning the last series of Strictly Come Dancing! You can listen to his his first appearan…

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S11 EP16: Lou shaves Rob's back in the garden... 51:56

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S11 EP15: Alan Davies (The Return) 1:01:33

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor, presenter, author and comedian - Alan Davies. Alan's new book ⁠'White Male Stand-Up'⁠ is available now. His new stand-up comedy tour 'Think Ahead' starts Autum 2025. Dates and ticekt info can be found ⁠HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, avai…

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S11 EP14: My Life is Chaos 1:01:15

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Perhaps the most chaotic series of podcast records to get something barely resembling an episode of a podcast... Including failed laptop chargers, sudden power cuts, Rob having to record some of it in his car, and file errors and failed uploads!! Please excuse the delayed upload - listening back you'll understand why... You can pre order Lou's amaz…

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S11 EP13: Paul C. Brunson 1:00:53

1M ago1:00:53

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant relationship expert, entrepreneur and presenter - Paul C. Brunson. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch …

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THE SECRET HOUSE MOVE TAPES: PART 2 46:47

1M ago46:47

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In the summer of 2025, Josh Widdicombe, despite countless protests over the years that he would not be moving out of London, and much to the amusement of his friend Rob Beckett, finally accepted the inevitable and began the search for a new family home beyond the M25… The evidence of these conversations were so secret, that they were expected to be…

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S11 EP12: Elizabeth Day 1:06:26

2M ago1:06:26

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant novelist, journalist and broadcaster - Elizabeth Day. **Trigger Warning** We discuss topics of fertility, IVF and miscarriage in this episode. 'One of Us' by Elizabeth Day is published by 4th Estate on 25th September. You can pre-order your copy here. How…

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THE SECRET HOUSE MOVE TAPES: PART 1 44:55

2M ago44:55

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In the summer of 2025, Josh Widdicombe, despite countless protests over the years that he would not be moving out of London, and much to the amusement of his friend Rob Beckett, finally accepted the inevitable and began the search for a new family home beyond the M25… The evidence of these conversations were so secret, that they were expected to be…

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S11 EP11: Barry Hearn 54:25

2M ago54:25

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is Barry Hearn OBE, the legendary sports promoter and founder and President of Matchroom Sport. 'Matchroom: The Greatest Showmen' - all episodes will be available globally on Netflix from Wednesday 17th September 2025 Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywh…

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S11 EP10: Rick Astley 56:56

2M ago56:56

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant singer-songwriter, radio DJ and presenter - Rick Astley. You can find tickets and info on Rick's upcoming 'The Reflection' 2026 tour at https://rickastley.co.uk Rick's fantastic book 'Never: The Autobiography' is available now. Parenting Hell is a Spotify…

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S11 EP9: Back to school!!! 45:05

2M ago45:05

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... the end of the summer holidays are finally here! There's jet ski mishaps, Stone Henge visits, Josh loses his keys (again!) and Rob poses as a secret olive tree lover to get out of trouble... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesd…

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S11 EP8: From Friend to Lover 47:28

2M ago47:28

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... we go through some of your listener correspondence. And Josh's house alarm keeps going off!! Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you …

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S11 EP7: Zoe Ball 1:01:04

2M ago1:01:04

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant broadcaster and presenter - Zoe Ball. 'Dig It' with Jo Whiley & Zoe Ball podcast: 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 …

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S11 EP6: My son had his tonsils taken out 54:31

2M ago54:31

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... it's the school summer holidays and there's some old school caravan park beef, and Josh's son has to have his tonsils operated on. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and revie…

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S11 EP5: Olly Murs 58:58

2M ago58:58

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant singer, songwriter and presenter - Olly Murs. Fresh off a sold-out Arena tour, including three massive dates in London (two at The O2 & one at Wembley Arena), Olly Murs is currently back on the road continuing his 15 Years Of Hits celebration across the U…

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So tell me about being in gaol 1:21:33

3M ago1:21:33

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In this episode I talk to Doctor Larch Maxey. I met Larch just after he had been released from gaol. He was sentenced to three years for taking part in a Just Stop Oil protest. We had great chat. It went on a long time, and even then there was clearly more that needed to be said. Part two is scheduled to be recorded 'Live' at Buckfastleigh MIC on S…

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S11 EP4: I had a dream about Romesh 52:35

3M ago52:35

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small bus…

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S11 EP3: Ross Noble 1:01:15

3M ago1:01:15

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor and comedian - Ross Noble. You can see Ross on his new UK tour 'Cranium of Curiosities' (Oct 2025 - Mar 2026) Tickets, dates and info can be found ⁠HERE⁠ Or at - www.rossnoble.com And he's currently on ITV's show 'Shark: Celebrity Infested Waters'. …

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S11 EP2: Mick Jagger's Birthday Party 54:25

3M ago54:25

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Rob goes to see Oasis and ends up drunk at Mick Jaggers birthday party. Relatable? No Sexy? Maybe... A great anecdote? ABSOLUTELY! Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and revie…

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S11 EP1: Stephen Mangan (The Return) 56:25

3M ago56:25

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We're back for Series 11!! Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor, writer, comedian, and presenter - Stephen Mangan. The Fortune Hotel continues Wednesday and Thursday nights throughout August on ITV1 and ITVX. You can catch up on the first two episodes on the series on ITVX now. Parenti…

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We're all going on a summer holiday... 50:00

3M ago50:00

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While we're on a short break for the summer holiday here's a hand crafted selection of the finest tales and advice from the Parenting Hell podcast archives. Each one a guaranteed banger... See you next week for series 11!! TRACK LISTING: 1. Kerry Godliman (Series 1 Episode 5) 2. Jason Manford (Series 1 Episode 6) 3. Alison Hammond (Series 1 Episode…

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Loose Neck vs. Stiff Neck 56:26

3M ago56:26

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As we take a very short break during the summer holidays - here’s a selection of some of our favourite chats about (mostly) parenting misadventures with previous guests… We’ll see you in a week or so for the start of Series 11!! Episode Playlist: 1. Romesh Ranganathan (The 3rd) 2. Cush Jumbo 3. Richard Osman 4. Lily Allen 5. Frank Skinner If you wa…

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S10 EP45: Is this sleep? 56:52

3M ago56:52

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... in this episode Josh has been unwell and the medicine may or may not have made him very manic. And Romesh gets back to the guys about going on holiday to the same place at the same time as Rob. This is the last episode of the current series. We'll be back soon…

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S10 EP44: Tamzin Outhwaite 1:00:26

3M ago1:00:26

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the amazing actress and presenter - Tamzin Outhwaite. You can see Tamzin in the brilliant new adaptation of 'Entertaining Mr Sloane' at the Young Vic from 15th September - 8th November. Info and tickets can be found: HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available …

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S10 EP43: Instagram vs. Reality 52:45

3M ago52:45

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... The guys accidentally bump into each other at Wimbledon, and also discuss Rob's upcoming holiday where he'll be staying in the same resort as Romesh! If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shou…

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S10 EP42: Mel Giedroyc 1:08:10

4M ago1:08:10

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian and presenter - Mel Giedroyc. You can listen to Mel's podcast 'Where There's a Will There's a Wake' on all the usual podcast platforms. INFO: Mel takes the reins of the gloriously dark comedy podcast where celebrity guests bring their deaths to l…

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S10 EP41: Sports Day Ends Badly 53:26

4M ago53:26

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Rob is jet-lagged and a little aggy. Josh discusses a school sports day failure. If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: [email protected]…

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S10 EP40: Frank Warren 53:30

4M ago53:30

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the legendary boxing manager and promoter - Frank Warren. You can watch the upcoming Heavyweight world title fight between Dubois and Usyk on DAZN pay per view HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and…

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S10 EP39: Hold it... Touch it... Pop it... 41:51

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... today we go through some of your incredible correspondence including weird phobias, nightmare names, and most years as a parent to an under 18. Shout out to Robert De Niro... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio c…

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S10 EP38: Aisling Bea 1:08:00

4M ago1:08:00

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian, actress and writer - Aisling Bea. You can find tickets, dates and any other info on Aisling's new show 'Older than Jesus' HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a ratin…

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S10 EP37: Bottom Tickle Trauma 51:50

4M ago51:50

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... today we go through some of your incredible correspondence including weird phobias, sex in large indoor public places, insane school runs, and we might accidentally have started some low-key beef with the Swiss! Small business shout-outs: Katie's Classroom HER…

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S10 EP36: Josh's Road Rage Incident 54:31

4M ago54:31

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... in this episode Josh gets involved in a road rage incident. We're in the middle of a heatwave. And there's some post fathers day discussions.... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout out…

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson 57:25

4M ago57:25

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In this week’s episode of Plot Twist, Tom is joined by Emmy-nominated actor and Tony Award winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson. A trailblazer in every sense, Jesse became a household name as Mitchell Pritchett on Modern Family, portraying one of television’s first mainstream same-sex couples with humour, heart, and cultural impact that still resonates toda…

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S10 EP35: Knowing you, you'll need some buffer... 50:36

4M ago50:36

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: [email protected] INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available free ev…

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S10 EP34: Jack Skipper 58:28

5M ago58:28

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian - Jack Skipper. You can find tickets, dates and any other info on Jack's fantastic new stand-up comedy tour 'Skint' HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and r…

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Rainn Wilson 55:39

5M ago55:39

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Best known as the endlessly quotable, beet-farming, Assistant to the Regional Manager Dwight Schrute in The Office, Rainn Wilson became a comedy sitcom icon. But behind the deadpan delivery and karate moves is a thoughtful, deeply curious man on a search for meaning. In this episode of Plot Twist, Rainn opens up to Tom about the unexpected spiritua…

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Whole Earth, Brown Rice and More. 50:49

5M ago50:49

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Fifty or so years ago, on the London whole food scene, I heard the name Greg Sams. Two weeks ago up he pops on my FB page. And then he agrees to chat with me for Talking with the Hippies. What a lovely bloke, and what a great chat. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. To read Greg's essay, 'Could Flower Power Have Saved the World', and to check out …

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S10 EP33: The Post Holiday Blues Brothers 50:11

5M ago50:11

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... this episode Rob and Josh discuss the highs and lows of respective recent family holidays. If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparen…

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S10 EP32: Tom Basden 1:05:46

5M ago1:05:46

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant actor, writer and comedian - Tom Basden. Tom is known for co-creating and starring in Plebs, which won the Royal Television Society award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2014. He was nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2007 Edinburgh Comedy Awards and is a mem…

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S10 EP31: Jacinda Ardern 1:06:56

5M ago1:06:56

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand - Jacinda Ardern. You can buy Jacinda's brilliant new book 'A Kind of Power' HERE About the book:From the former prime minister of New Zealand, the world’s youngest female head of government and just the second world leader to h…

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S10 EP30: Suzi Ruffell (The Return) 1:01:35

5M ago1:01:35

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Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian, writer and actress - ⁠Suzi Ruffell. You can order Suzi's brilliant new book 'Am I Having Fun Now? - Anxiety, Applause and Life’s Big Questions, Answered' HERE You can listen to Suzi's first appearance on Parenting Hell HERE Tour dates and ticket…

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S10 EP29: A Dove in my office!! 42:57

5M ago42:57

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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... with a load of your listener correspondence and emails in this ep, including our new favourite feature 'other parent wan*ers'. If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... he…

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True or False - You decide! 43:28

5M ago43:28

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In this episode I'm back talking with my good friend Andy Cox about conspiracy theories, or what some people know of as the truth. Some of the conversation is pretty far out, and I know some people find some of this stuff quite controversial, but I'm putting it out there anyway, because, well, why shouldn't it be heard. It's an area of life that I …