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Older and Wider Podcast

Comedy EN ↓ 364 episodes

From the writers of the internationally successful Grumpy Old Women, award winning Comedian Jenny Eclair and Producer and Writer Judith Holder deliver Older & Wider, a podcast that offers insight, gossip and general news from the menopausal front and beyond. A podcast worth getting your ears syringed for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 229. The one with the nutmeg grater, some truffle cheese and the napery department 05.01.2024 51:09

It’s the first Older and Wider of 2024! Jenny and Judith have made it through Christmas and are glad it’s over (the trees are already down!). Judith created a brilliant New Year’s outfit and Jenny has had a visit from the National Grid!   Tickets to the live show can be found here: https://thelowry.com/whats-on/older-and-wider-live-jenny-eclair-and-judith-holder/   If you would like to g...

Ep 228. The one with the carousel, a pig obsession and a paella! 22.12.2023 48:12

It's the last Older and Wider of the year! The two J's catch up on the various events they have been to in the run up to Christmas. A carousel ride, panto and a dinner party! Thank you all for showing your love for the podcast in 2023. We will be back on January 5th 2024. Tickets to the live show can be found here: https://thelowry.com/whats-on/older-and-wider-live-jenny-eclair-and-judith-holder/...

Ep 227. The one with the Christmas Party 15.12.2023 54:12

This week Jenny and Judith meet up for their Christmas party. There's present swapping, crackers and some VERY loud singing. Thank you for all your wonderful emails. Our last show of the year is next week so please do send us any Christmas crafts and cooking hacks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 226. The one with the ongoing tree saga, a poinsettia and some chocolate buttons 08.12.2023 52:34

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith have a Nana catch up - Judith has given the twins chocolate buttons which gave shocking results! Judith has been in London (in the wrong shoes) and she also got a very busy train to Sheffield. Jenny had an accident involving a poinsettia and managed a trip to the theatre. All of this plus a big dollop of Culture Corner Send us your Christmas wins and fails...

Ep 225. The one with the family reunion, Arlo's office and a Menopause event 01.12.2023 47:47

On this week's podcast Judith updates Jenny on her big family reunion at the village hall - there was pork pie AND the tray game. Jenny has been busy at a menopause event but she managed to find the time to annoy some school boys on a bus! All of this plus a small mushroom update and a big visit to culture corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 224. The one with the Christmas Goose and a Mushroom identity course 24.11.2023 48:46

Things are getting festive in the Holder/Eclair households, well, almost. Jenny is still busy with her mushrooms while Judith has been getting ready for Christmas arts and crafts with the twins. There's some discussion around Goose for Christmas dinner and the pair decide which would be the best shop to get locked in - Hobby Craft or John Lewis? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Ep 223. The one with the mushrooms, a new sofa and The Wall Street Journal 17.11.2023 48:21

Jenny and Judith reunite after a week off! They have lots to catch up on including Jenny's new obsession with mushrooms, her trip to Dublin and Judith's new sofa. Plus the pair discuss their brief moment of glory in The Wall Street Journal! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The one with the sick note 10.11.2023 1:25

Dear Gang No podcast this week as Jenny is unwell. Older and Wider will be back on top form next week! In the meantime please do send us your emails olderwiderpod@gmail.com and you can follow the podcast on instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Lots of love Jenny, Judith & Daisy xxx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 222. The one with the bell, a lost beret and a meeting in Oxford 03.11.2023 46:08

Jenny and Judith chat through their week. Jenny's tour has come to an end and Judith has been busy with her chamberlain duties. They also discuss a lost beret and Judith's search for a new waterproof. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 221. The one with the radishes, a chance meeting and a Shepherds Hut 27.10.2023 48:00

It's been a busy week for both the J's! Jenny has been on tour and hosted a book event with Miriam Margolyes and Judith has been in Salisbury Cathedral AND had a night in a Shepherds Hut. Both have some taste sensation to share and there has even been a chance meeting with Producer Daisy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 220. The one with the gingham trousers, a rescue team and an unfortunate text 20.10.2023 46:13

On the podcast this week Judith fills the gang in on an event that involved a rescue team! Jenny has been travelling the country and had a text fiasco with her tour manager. The pair have some taste sensations and enjoy some zip wire chat. All of this plus Culture Corner and some listener correspondence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 219. The one with the Autumnal wardrobe, indoor radishes and a mammogram 13.10.2023 50:37

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith talk about their Autumnal shopping sprees, indoor radishes, Jenny's mammogram and how they feel about Christmas! Judith has a Christmas secret hiding in the loft! All of this plus a family reunion and some Culture Corner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 218. The one with the axe throwing, mouth ulcers and some long lined knicker chat 05.10.2023 44:57

This week on the podcast there is a lot up for discussion! Tapestry, oral health, Judith's new diet and axe throwing! All of this plus some strong Halloween opinions. And we have some Culture Corner and tips on how to live a longer life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 217. The one with a trip to Crete and a Beetroot Tart 29.09.2023 49:23

Judith is back from her holidays and the pair catch up on all her adventures, including of course some taste sensations. Judith also shares some very sad news which has thrown her family off course. Jenny has been busy on tour but got round to making a beetroot tart. All of this plus a healthy dose of Culture Corner and a comfortable trainer recommendation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Ep 216. The one with the house guest and the glasses chain divide! 15.09.2023 45:54

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith flying with a positive attitude, the prisoner who escaped, Jenny's house guest ad what the listeners thought of Judith's glasses chain (it divided opinion!). All of this plus some taste sensations and Culture Corner. Older & Wider will be back in your ears on Friday 29th September! See you soon gang! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Ep 215. The one with the litter picking and a Geof sighting 08.09.2023 48:20

On the podcast this week Judith updates the gang on her litter picking adventures and Jenny is of around the country on her tour, there was however a predictable Geof sighting. All of this plus Judith is tired after Nana duties involving a pooh in the paddling pool... Send us your emails olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @olderwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Ep 214. The one with the night shift and thoughts on communal living 01.09.2023 46:59

On this week's podcast Jenny and Judith discuss night shifts, aquariums and what they think of communal living. Jenny runs through her weekly meals and Judith shares her Cornwall highlights. All of this plus a healthy dose of Culture Corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 213. The one with the cravings, tricky toddlers, an argument and a new game show 25.08.2023 48:32

Jenny and Judith have both been on Nana duty this week so share the podcast space to vent after tantrums and messy play! There has also been arguments in the holder house and a clear up in the Eclair/ Powell house hold. The two J's come up with a very on brand game show format and discuss Judith's new Chamberlain role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 212. The one with the night market, celeriac remoulade and some stolen tea bags 17.08.2023 48:50

The two j's are reunited after Jenny had a lovely break in the Dordogne. They catch up on holiday food, night markets, starry skies and some celeriac remoulade. Judith has been to see a specialist and returned with some stolen goods plus she went to quite a competitive wedding. All of this plus Culture Corner! Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 211. The one with the kefir, a trip to the circus and an almost power cut 04.08.2023 47:31

On the podcast this week the two j's talk Kefir, the circus, their taste sensations and an update on Judith's mannequin name. Plus Jenny recalls a strange review she once got! The podcast will return on the 18th August! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 210. The one with the Birthday and Rody the Horse 28.07.2023 45:12

It's Judith's Birthday and she fills Jenny in on her big present. Jenny has been busy painting Rody the Horse and the pair catch up over Culture Corner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 209. The one with the new trousers and two imminent birthdays 21.07.2023 42:06

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith get nostalgic over their live shows. Judith is in Cornwall with some sewing in hand and Jenny is getting ready for Arlo's 1st Birthday! All of this plus a trip to the Koestler Arts Centre and a big dollop of Culture Corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 208. The one with the sore head and a frantic walk through Soho 14.07.2023 32:23

This week on the podcast Jenny and Judith regroup after Judith had an unfortunate accident at last week's live show. They also discuss the travelling dinner party - what did happen to those Rise Crispie cakes? And of course there's still room for some culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 207. The one with the desert beginning with K and some real weather on stage 07.07.2023 43:35

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith are still on a high from their second live show. Judith explains why she will need to rush off on Saturday (dinner party related) and Jenny questions if having rain on stage is a god idea! All of this plus some culture corner. *sorry gang for the sound quality this week - all back to normal next week!* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Ep 206. The one with the trip to Puglia, a burnt foot and some soiled seersucker 30.06.2023 43:38

Jenny is back from her holiday and the pair catch up on all things Puglia. They both take a trip to hypochondriacs corner and also have some culture highlights. Enjoy Gang! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.