That’s Ridiculous - Joe McElderry & Grandma Hilda

Joe McElderry and Grandma Hilda are back with a Mother’s Day Special, jam packed with nostalgia, big laughs, and plenty of reminiscing as they unpack family stories, childhood moments, and the legendary ‘Help Me Hilda’ wisdom we all rely on. And of course, it wouldn’t be That’s Ridiculous without the usual fun, games, and a few surprises along the way. Watch and listen across all platforms, get in...

That’s Ridiculous Christmas Special is jam packed with laughs and chaos including podcast favourites Game of Three and Help me Hilda. This week Joe and Hilda are joined by Danny Adams and Clive Webb, they talk all things panto and delve into to unusual Christmas traditions!  Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculousOfficial on social media.  Hosted on Acast. Se...

Part 2 of the sellout special live episode, recorded at The Customs House, South Shields. There is a surprise guest, an audience Q&A, a movie quiz … and podcast favourites Help Me Hilda and Words of Wisdom!  Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculousOfficial on social media.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 of the sellout special live episode, recorded at The Customs House, South Shields. Joe and Hilda bring a touch of nostalgia reminiscing about holidays gone by. Joe shows Hilda some new moves during Word of the Week and they unpack some fake new rumours. Hilda turns the tables and gets the chance to put Joe in the hot seat!  Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidi...

In this episode Joe and Grandma Hilda compare modern workplace wellness to a day in the life of a 1950’s factory worker. Hilda reveals her swearing pet peeves as Joe tells the tale of his recent stage appearance on Inside No. 9. This week they explore self-care and the curious comfort of dogs in the workplace in Help Me Hilda. Accompanied by a generous helping of Game of Three, Words of Wisdom and...

In this delightfully unpredictable episode, Joe and Grandma Hilda take listeners on a wild ride from sequins to surveillance. Hilda is baffled by Big Brother and they unearth some hilarious tales of herb loving house guests and hotel mishaps. This week’s Help Me Hilda covers awkward financial dilemmas and Hilda shares her thoughts on tipping. Joe cracks up during Word of the Week and Hilda has pas...

This week Grandma Hilda and Joe delve into viral memes, artificial intelligence and fidelity. Hilda gives her opinion on revealing beach fashion and explains how she was duped by fake news! The pair answer social media dilemmas in Help Me Hilda and this week’s Words of Wisdom are not to be missed!  Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculousOfficial on social media.&n...

Joe and Hilda are back with the much anticipated Series 2 of That’s Ridiculous! Episode 1 takes off with Ibiza holiday drama, cruising from pool parties to prenup confessions, landing safely into Hilda’s pearly Words of Wisdom! Served with ice and a slice of Help Me Hilda, Word of the Week and Game of Three! Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculousOfficial on social med...

Hilda and Joe end the series with a brand new game – Hilda’s Headlines. The series wraps up with whiskey, giggles and a prank call to Betty – how many Gen Z phrases can Hilda slip in! A final toast to end series one!   Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Seafood T...

Hilda looks back on birthdays from turning 18 during the war to celebrating her 90th. There’s a chaotic new singing game, toga party tales, and Hilda’s farmyard animal impressions. Plus, Joe’s panto prep as the “Dishy Fishy" Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Seafood Templ...

In this episode, Hilda flips the script and puts Joe in the hot seat! They dive into Joe's idea of the perfect date, his biggest icks, and some of his worst habits. Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Seafood Temple. Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @That...

Joe is joined by a fellow Dolly Mixture Diva … Aunty Betty! Hilda and Betty transport us back to their days and nights raising money for Cancer Research back in the 70’s. Tales of working men’s clubs and nostalgia. Joe brings them right back into the 21st century explaining Only Fans and Slippery Nipple cocktails! Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s...

Hilda dresses up as the icon Winfred Sanderson, Joe challenges her with a spooky quiz and they talk about Halloween traditions when Hilda was a youngster. Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Seafood Temple. Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculou...

This episode Joe and Hilda shoot and score at South Shields FC, Hilda takes on the role of Referee and gives the lads a motivational talk in the dressing room! Hilda chats about her childhood and growing up in the 50’s, she teaches Joe a thing or two and tinner block and knocky nine doors! Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sp...

This episode includes special guest Steph McGovern! Hilda and Steph team up in tormenting Joe and giving advice on his love life! The trio share stories over a whiskey... or two, discussing the Royals and Steph’s Trump interview.  Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Se...

Hilda and Joe chat about their recent night of bowling, car racing and Whiskey Pong! Joe can’t cope with Hilda’s reaction to trying sushi. There is a new word of the week and more advice in Help me Hilda! The pair also talk about Hilda’s first job and what it was like entering retirement. Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly spo...

In this episode Joe and Hilda uncover red flags and answerlisteners dilemmas. They meander down memory lane all the way back to when Hilda got married and her secret nickname! Joe introduces Hilda to TikTok shopping and Gen Z slang! Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South ShieldsFootball Club and Coleman’s Seafoo...

Hilda looks back and shares memories of first holidays and first jobs. A surprise call interrupts the episode! Joe is bemused by the latest production at Hilda’s drama club, and Help me Hilda is back! Watch and listen across all platforms, get in touch @ThatsRidiculousOfficial on social media.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pair compare modern dating to dating back in the 50’s. Hilda is introduced to all things Brat and Charlie XCX. Joe gets dating advice and tries to sign Hilda up for Tinder! Created & Produced by Mixtape Productions Video production by Wycombe89 ‘That’s Ridiculous’ is proudly sponsored by South Shields Football Club and Coleman’s Seafood Temple. Watch and listen across all platforms, get in...