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Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

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Parenting... just not as you know it. Join Rob & Josh twice a week as they share their tales of parenting woe and chat to celebrity parents about how they're coping, or not coping. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, video episodes available on Tuesdays and Fridays every week.

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Keep It Light Media / Spotify Studios

Episodes

S12 EP29: Beckett's Crude Retort 13.04.2026 48:39

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... in this episode we go through some of your listener emails and messages. And for those of you who like kittens, Josh spends the whole ep stroking one like a Bond villian. **Please note: this episode was recorded earlier this year before Josh's ski holiday!** ⁠⁠Parenting Hell⁠⁠ is a Spotify Podcast, new video...

S12 EP28: Emma Doran 10.04.2026 1:05:21

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant comedian - Emma Doran. Emma Doran extends her Emmaculate UK and Ireland stand-up tour up until 2027, including the London Palladium on 7th February 2027. Emma will also make her debut at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Pleasance Courtyard – Beside from 5 – 30th August (excl 12th, 19th, 26th) For m...

S12 EP27: A Couple of Petrolheads 06.04.2026 52:59

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... ⁠Parenting Hell⁠ is a Spotify Podcast, new video episodes available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... h...

S12 EP26: Jamie Laing 03.04.2026 1:08:36

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant presenter and entrepeneur - Jamie Laing. Raising Chelsea is available to watch now on Disney+ The three-part series follows them as they become parents for the first time. Offering their most intimate look yet at life behind the scenes, following the couple as they navigate one of the biggest mileston...

S12 EP25: Who don't you like? 30.03.2026 46:21

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, new video episodes available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... her...

S12 EP24: Chantel Nash 27.03.2026 55:37

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant comedian - Chantel Nash. www.instagram.com/chantelnashdoesfunnies Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio cl...

S12 EP23: The One Where Rob Poops The Bed 24.03.2026 54:07

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... in this episode Rob has a bowel accident while filming abroad and gets mugged by a monkey. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with the show with any corresponde...

S12 EP22: Lauren Laverne 20.03.2026 1:11:19

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant presenter, author, DJ and singer - Lauren Laverne. Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small busi...

S12 EP21: What is this life? 17.03.2026 56:24

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hel...

S12 EP20: Charlie Baker (The Return) 13.03.2026 1:02:19

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant comedian, actor, singer and presenter - Charlie Baker. Award-winning radio host, stand-up powerhouse and old school entertainment machine Charlie Baker returns to the stage with his brand-new show: GO GET IT. Tickets & further information on Charlie's tour: charliebakercomedy.com And check out Charlie'...

S12 EP19: Tom Rosenthal 10.03.2026 56:03

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant comedian and actor - Tom Rosenthal. Tom Rosenthal is touring across the UK and Ireland with his show, ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I Am' - including an extra London show at the Clapham Grand on 14th May – tickets on sale now at www.tomrosenthal.net Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spo...

S12 EP18: Kamille 06.03.2026 58:23

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the brilliant Grammy award winning singer-songwriter and producer - Kamille. Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips...

S12 EP17: Josh has a caffeinated tea by mistake 03.03.2026 53:51

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... in this episode Josh has accidentally had a non caffeinated tea. And we get a hilarious update on his recnt ski holiday. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to get in touch with...

S12 EP16: Tom Davis (The Return) 27.02.2026 1:01:31

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the return of the brilliant comedian and actor - Tom Davis. Tour dates, tickets and info for Tom's new tour 'SPUDGUN' are available from www.bigtomdavis.com Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you wa...

S12 EP15: Instinct Takes Over 24.02.2026 57:00

S12 EP14: Seann Walsh 20.02.2026 53:56

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the return of comedian and friend - Seann Walsh. Since we last spoke he's had another child with partner Grace and is navigating the considerable increase in energy and bandwidth anyone with two kids (let alone close to two under two!) will understand very well!! Seann Walsh is on tour with This Is Torture, tickets...

S12 EP13: Anti-Valentines: Playground Sha*gers (Part 4) 17.02.2026 53:13

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... Valentines weekend has been and gone. And what better way to celebrate / commiserate than one of our favourite episodes - yes it's the return of the claassic 'Playground Shaggers' correspondence. Buckle up becuase as usual there are some WILD tales contained within... Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, avai...

S12 EP12: Lou Beckett (The Return) 13.02.2026 1:01:53

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) it's the return of Lou Beckett. Lou's brilliant new book: 'Lessons from a Default Parent: Surviving the Front Line of Family Life (Without Losing Your Sh*t)' is available to buy now. Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street...

S12 EP11: A Kitten Update 10.02.2026 1:00:50

S12 EP10: Ray Bradshaw 06.02.2026 1:04:31

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian - Ray Bradshaw. You can find all the info on tickets and dates for his new tour 'CODA' at: www.raybradshaw.com Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with t...

S12 EP9: That's bad podcasting 03.02.2026 58:46

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... this week Josh gets stuck at a work event and very nearly misses the last train back to Exeter. You can listen to Josh's new podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ 'Museum of Pop Culture'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes released twice a week. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday an...

S12 EP8: John Bishop 30.01.2026 1:06:42

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian - John Bishop. 'Is This Thing On?' is out in cinemas Friday 30th January. Parenting Hell is available to watch on Spotify every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xxx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids...

S12 EP7: I'm going to sneeze... 27.01.2026 55:45

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... You can listen to Josh's new podcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ 'Museum of Pop Culture'⁠⁠⁠⁠ wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes released twice a week. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... If you want to...

S12 EP6: Harry Hill (The Return) 23.01.2026 46:25

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the return of the legendary comedian - Harry Hill. You can find Harry's new podcast 'The Harry Hill' show on all the usual platforms. New episodes every Monday. Watch on Spotify and Youtube. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and revi...

S12 EP5: The kind way is often worse 20.01.2026 54:55

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... it's January so Josh has over booked himself and might be having a manic episode. You can listen to Josh's new podcast⁠⁠ ⁠ 'Museum of Pop Culture'⁠⁠⁠ wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes released twice a week. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please s...