Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

Author: Keep It Light Media / Spotify Studios Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever feel like you're the only one barely keeping it together while raising kids? You're not alone. Comedians Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe are right there in the trenches with you, and their Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe is the brutally honest, laugh-out-loud companion you didn't know you needed. Twice a week, they swap their own chaotic, real-life stories of domestic chaos, from forgotten school events to inexplicable toddler meltdowns, with a refreshing lack of filter or expert advice. The conversation regularly expands to include other well-known parents, leading to surprisingly relatable chats that reveal everyone, regardless of fame, is just figuring it out as they go along. It’s this blend of personal confession and celebrity commiseration that makes the podcast feel like a much-needed debrief with friends who get it. Produced by Keep It Light Media and Spotify Studios, the show sits perfectly at the intersection of comedy and family life, offering a weekly dose of solidarity and humor that proves sometimes the best way to cope is to simply laugh about it all. New audio and video episodes arrive every Tuesday and Friday.
Episodes
S11 EP13: Paul C. Brunson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:38
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…
THE SECRET HOUSE MOVE TAPES: PART 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:32
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…
S11 EP12: Elizabeth Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:11
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…
THE SECRET HOUSE MOVE TAPES: PART 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:40
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…
S11 EP11: Barry Hearn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:10
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 episod…
S11 EP10: Rick Astley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:41
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' 20…
S11 EP9: Back to school!!! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:50
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…
S11 EP8: From Friend to Lover [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:13
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,…
S11 EP7: Zoe Ball [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:49
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…
S11 EP6: My son had his tonsils taken out [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:16
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.…