Screen time at the table and showtime all-the-time

Screen time at the table and showtime all-the-time

Author: Fun Kids February 1, 2026 Duration: 16:44

Who controls screen time at dinner time? Brothers Teddy and Percy are fed up: all they want is to watch The Simpsons with their spaghetti, but their parents say iPads are off the table! But is it fair when Mum and Dad are glued to their own phones, scrolling away? Even Grandma Sheila is called to the stand... 

Plus, when does a joke stop being funny? Mia is desperate for a straight answer to “What time is it?” But Mum Lisa can only reply with a Hamilton-inspired “It’s showtime!” With Dad now in on the act and the ‘funny’ reply spreading through the house, Mia’s had enough. Is Mum’s joy worth Mia’s frustration – or will Judge Bex mandate a full musical performance for every joke crack?

Whose side are YOU on? Should parents have to follow the same rules as kids when it comes to screens at dinner? And when do family jokes finally wear out their welcome? Connor and Lauren join Judge Bex in chambers to weigh up phone etiquette, tricksy grown-ups, surprise relatives, and households where every minute really could be showtime. 

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Ever had a fight with your brother over who really broke the remote, or felt a deep injustice when your pocket money was denied? Judge Bex is here to preside over these all-too-familiar courtroom dramas of everyday life. Hosted by the wonderfully witty Bex from Fun Kids, this podcast takes those petty squabbles and sibling stand-offs seriously-well, sort of seriously. Armed with an actual law degree and a gavel, Bex listens to the evidence presented by young plaintiffs and defendants, tackling cases of unfair chores, broken promises, and misplaced toys. Each episode feels like a playful legal session where Bex and her team of ace attorneys dissect the details, hear both sides, and deliver a verdict that’s both funny and surprisingly fair. It’s a unique blend of family-friendly humor and lighthearted problem-solving, giving kids a fun framework to think about justice, fairness, and how to resolve their own disputes. Tune in for a clever mix of kid-centric true crime for minor offenses, where the stakes are low but the courtroom drama is highly entertaining. You’ll find yourself rooting for both sides and maybe even picking up a few diplomatic skills for your next argument at home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 24

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Pudding rights  and ponytail fights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:58
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Hiking dads and baking delays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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The Movie Night Showdown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Football vs. Golf and the Great Reading Showdown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:06
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Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:29
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Dogs and 4 o'clock wake-ups [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:34
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Alarm troubles and pocket money wars [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:40
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The Great Snack Smuggle and the Ketchup Conundrum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:45
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Mum blames the rat as Dad dishes out dinner drama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:18
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