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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 Come Dancing. Get your votes in!!
NOTE: This episode was recorded before the new series of Strictly began.
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More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe...
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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 appearance HERE (Series 3 Episode 12)
His new autobiography book 'Keep Laughing' is out now.
Already one of the country's best loved comedians, Chris McCausland's participation on Strictly was a phenomenon. But how did the boy from Liverpo...
More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe...
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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
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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 amazing new book 'Lessons From a Default Parent' wherever you get your books now.
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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.
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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 confined to the archives forever….
However, these classified audio recordings have been uncovered and can be released to the public for the first time….
What we present to you here, are the secret house move tapes…
***For the safety a...
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 To Fail with Elizabeth Day is available every Wednesday on podcast platforms and YouTube: https://link.chtbl.com/hHntV5ys
Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscri...
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 confined to the archives forever….
However, these classified audio recordings have been uncovered and can be released to the public for the first time….
What we present to you here, are the secret house move tapes…
***For the safety a...
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
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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.
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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...
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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!!
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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 catch up on everything going on in their lives — from homes and gardens to family life, health, ageing and music.New episodes every Monday and Wednesday.
You can listen or watch Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball podcast here: https://li...
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.
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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 UK with a run of outdoor summer shows. With seven studio albums under his belt, including five chart topping records, Olly just released his new single ’Save Me’ and has an album due later in the year.
Tour dates:
August 2025
Fri 29th Bl...
More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe...
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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'.
More info here: https://plimsollproductions.com/shows/shark-celebrity-infested-waters/
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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!
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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.
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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 12)
4. Lorraine Kelly (Series 1 Episode 17)
5. Judi Love (Series 1 Episode 25)
6. Robbie + Ayda Williams (S1 EP 66)
7. Michael Sheen (Series 2 EP5)
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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
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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 after a very short break. And look out for an exciting new addition to the PH eco-system... ;)
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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
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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!
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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 life as they plan their final day, from dawn to dusk and into the afterlife. Best known for co-hosting The Great British Bake Off and turning it into a national institution, Giedroyc has brought her cheeky charm to everything from Taskmast...
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.
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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
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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...
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