Avalon

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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Episodes

Ep 182. The one with the mediation, the next installment of the sofa saga and a busy week 09.12.2022 47:35

The two J's have both had busy weeks! Judith has been dancing and visiting a meditation guru while Jenny has been at social events while also dealing sofa problems! There's a busy Culture Corner and the pair get round to reading out some gang emails. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 181. The one with a trip to Ikea, a lost coat and some meditation chat 02.12.2022 44:12

On this week's podcast Jenny tells all about her trip to Ikea... it's the perfect day out! Judith talks about her Christmas schedule which is getting full and the pair bond over culture corner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 180. The one with the radiator chat, post show etiquette and 24 hours with the twins. 25.11.2022 49:02

Jenny & Judith get super high tech this week and discuss old radiators and sim only phones. Jenny has come to the end of her tour and hasn't left the house since while Judith has been busy with the twins plus she had a hairy moment at the car wash. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 179. The one with the suitcase kicking, a winter swim and four generations in one room 18.11.2022 48:15

On this week's podcast Jenny tells all about her trip with Arlo and Phoebe to visit June! It also involved a spat at the train station... Judith is in Cornwall and enjoyed a wild swim which got rather hairy. The pair discuss The Crown, food highlights and all the culture recommendations you need! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 178. The one with the broken ironing board, a trip to Glasgow and a cheese straw. 11.11.2022 45:07

This week on the podcast Jenny is coming from Glasgow while Judith is at home after an early start with the twins. They discuss phobias, ironing boards, and a party involving a cheese straw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 177. The one with the night away, martyr syndrome and a winter fashion update 04.11.2022 44:38

The two J's return and would like to say a very big thank you to all of the gang for their very kind words of support since Judith lost beautiful Poppy. This week on the podcast the pair talk about a possible Older & Wider event, Jenny's night away and what they are looking for in winter fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A message from Jenny & Judith 28.10.2022 0:44

Dear Gang, We are very sorry but there will be no podcast this week. A new episode of Older & Wider will be with you all very soon. Lots of Love Jenny, Judith & Daisy x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 176. The one with the smart Robin, excited Crown chat and the emergency Valium. 21.10.2022 42:58

Jenny and Judith discuss bouji Robins, the new series of the Crown and the latest political mess! There's also some Grandma updates and a potential toothbrush problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 175. The one with the embers of the menopause and some varying hotel experiences 14.10.2022 46:07

It's been a busy week for the two J's. Naming ceremonies, hotel breakfasts and tour shows. Jenny has a case of mistaken identity and Judith enjoys some potato based snacks. All of this plus culture corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 174. The one with the cycling, sea sickness and a cheese slicer. 07.10.2022 45:52

Jenny and Judith are reunited after a brief holiday! The pair catch up on what they have both been up to - cycling, sailing, looking after Grandchildren and much more. They return with all new Culture Corner and some food highlights. Enjoy Gang! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 173. The one with the buggy struggles, problematic customer service and a house guest. 16.09.2022 46:20

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith share their thoughts on life after the Queen. They sympathise over buggy related injuries and bad customer service, Jenny is enjoying a new house guest and Judith is getting ready for her holiday. The podcast will return on October 7th. Take care gang! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 172. The one with the reunion, a bad case of shingles and citizens arrest corner 09.09.2022 45:40

Judith & Jenny catch up for the second time in a week! They discuss being a good citizen, what kind of a doggy aunt Jenny is and why they should be on Dragon's Den. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 171. The one with bank holiday motorways, puy lentils and tapas etiquette 02.09.2022 48:17

Jenny and Judith haven't quite been in the bank holiday spirit. Jenny spent most of hers in bed and Judith was on the motorway with a bag of lentils and a tin of bins. They pair discuss sibling rivalry, tapas etiquette and their culture recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 170. The one with the juggling, a neutral space and some sushi in the car 26.08.2022 42:54

Jenny and Judith discuss their week's which involved entertaining the twins, an incident in a car and a walk in the park with Arlo. There's some hypochondriac corner and some lessons in car seat removal. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 169. The one with the performative picnic, a slew of brownies and a cool cinema experience 19.08.2022 48:21

On the podcast this week the pair return to hypochondriac corner and discuss some calls Judith has been making. Jenny is preparing for Arlo sitting and Judith has been busy baking. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 168. The one with the heatwave, the train announcement and the forgotten keys 12.08.2022 48:22

This week Jenny is up north and Judith is very surprised to hear of green grass. Jenny made an impromptu announcement on the train, Judith had the twins for the weekend and when Jenny forgot her keys she knew exactly what to do.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 167. The one with the Nanas, swimming with twins and the search for a perfect sofa bed 05.08.2022 41:48

Jenny and Judith get nostalgic for their Nana's as they discuss the realities of being a Grandparent. Judith is working on her projects in Cornwall while Jenny is on the hunt for a sofa bed in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 166. The one with a very special new arrival and some Birthday chat 29.07.2022 47:14

It's been a busy and an emotional week for Jenny as her Grandson, Baby Arlo Jude came in to the world. As well as discussing Jenny's busy week the pair chat Grandparent duties and names, what will it be Granny or Nana? Judith had a birthday and a rather wonky cake and the two even have time to take a trip to culture corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 165. The one with the big announcement and buckets of three bean salad 22.07.2022 43:35

It's a special podcast this week as Jenny kicks off early with a special announcement. As well some lovely news, the pair talk weddings, leftovers and heat wave fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 164. The one with 22 boxes of figs and a fanning Doula 15.07.2022 47:27

On this week's podcast Jenny and Judith get to grips with the heat, discuss the prep for the forthcoming wedding and both get excited for the imminent arrival of Phoebe's baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 163. The one with some rest, a trip to the cinema and some podium action 08.07.2022 45:14

This week on the podcast Judith is taking some well deserved 'me' time. Meanwhile Jenny has been to the cinema and has developed a new crush. The pair discuss Bo Jo's exit and wait for him to take to the podium - even Charlie State is off the sofa! As the self appointed new Culture Ministers the 2 J's bring you all their weekly recommendations. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Ep 162. The one with a trip to Cornwall, a tooth extraction and a wedding anniversary 01.07.2022 47:56

On the podcast this week Judith is on a family trip to Cornwall and is feeling 'panto' tired. Jenny has had a tooth out but managed a trip to the cinema and is on her best behaviour for her and Geoff's 5 year wedding anniversary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 161. The one with the cycling holiday, aubergine puree and a geothermal hot swim 24.06.2022 44:20

After a week's break Jenny & Judith are back to discuss their holiday food highlights, Judith's undercarriage post mammoth cycle and what Jenny said they she immediately regretted... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 160. The one with the cheerleading, some yellow and Hay festival 10.06.2022 49:14

Judith and Jenny catch up after an eventful week. Judith has been on a hen that involved cheerleading and a bottomless brunch. Jenny has been at Hay and saw a lovely (famous) mouth! They pay homage to Paula Rego and serve up some culture corner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 159. The one with the fake tan, a big old duvet and a moment in Liberty 03.06.2022 49:21

On the podcast this week Judith is still looking for the mother of the bride outfit which takes it's toll in Liberty. Jenny is having duvet troubles, 30 tog in June! The two discuss fake tan, meals from their week and there's even a bit of flouncing! All of this plus some culture corner and Abba Avatar news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.