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The Wittering Whitehalls

Have you got a problem? Are you at the end of your tether? Perhaps you’d like to enlist the help of Michael & Hilary Whitehall? This podcast is your invitation to take a comfy seat in the Whitehall family home and garner their thoughts on everything from workouts to weddings, seaside towns to social media and everything in between. Expect rants, raves, harsh truths and expletives as Hilary & Michael consider your points of view and possibly even help you solve an issue! The Whitehalls are offering you complete access to their combined life experiences and the precious wisdom that they’ve gathered over the years, so why not take them up on it?! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/ For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
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Episodes

LIFE LESSONS: "Don't be embarrassed to ask for a doggy-bag."

We've all known Mr Whitehall to become heated and animated about a subject, but just wait until you hear Mrs Whitehall wind him up about asking for a doggy bag! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

May 25, 202316 min

Writing Books, Naming Names & Moving Abroad

Picture this... You've worked a job for six months and there's one person who keeps calling you completely the wrong name... What would you do?! Mr & Mrs Whitehall consider exactly this and MORE! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This epi...

May 22, 202344 minSeason 3Ep. 8

LIFE LESSONS: "Never go anywhere without a snack in your bag."

It's a real week of extremes! Following Jack & Roxy's happy news, the Whitehall's are very excited, but that doesn't stop Michael from launching into a fierce rant about portmanteau words! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/...

May 18, 202327 min

Tea Parties, Crafts & Proposal Inspiration

Have you ever attended a tea party for dogs? Take a moment to guess whether this subject appealed more to Hilary, or Michael... Plus, it's time to get crafty with knitting and miniatures and a DL needs help with a proposal! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhite...

May 15, 202338 minSeason 3Ep. 7

LIFE LESSONS: "Longevity in friendship is to be cherished."

It's time for something a bit different this week! Almost a week on from her experience on The Mall, Hilary is just about ready to tell you exactly how it all went! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

May 11, 202319 min

Lovebirds, Staycations & Barbecues

It's one of those episodes that almost bursts at the seams! So many topics covered, including club membership, pet ownership, where to book a holiday and how on earth to fire up the Whitehall family barbecue! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com...

May 08, 202344 minSeason 3Ep. 6

LIFE LESSONS: "Always check the pockets..."

We've all experienced it... That heart-in-mouth moment when you realise that you might have just sent something important for trip into the washing machine. This week, an emailer sparks a story from Mrs Whitehall! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/priva...

May 04, 202317 min

Fundraising Fun, Repetitive Viewing & Angling With A Chatterbox

Emerging from the email inbox this week... A DL with charitable ambitions, a chatty young man who might not be cut out for fishing and Harry Potter on repeat! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult...

May 01, 202340 minSeason 3Ep. 5

LIFE LESSONS: "Put yourself out there and give it a go!"

Meet Hilary Whitehall, who will be your careers advisor this week! Plus, the obligatory run down of all the jobs Mr Whitehall has been sacked from over the years! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

Apr 27, 202317 min

Cheaters, Looking Back & A Familiar Voice

It's finally time to put a voice to one of the names you've heard repeated a few times since The Wittering Whitehalls began! Plus, a despicable cheater and a look back at the way things used to be. Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episo...

Apr 24, 202337 minSeason 3Ep. 4

LIFE LESSONS: "Do not go near 'extra services' in a hotel..."

This is a lesson that you'd do well to take on board... If you're ever unsure of what's included, or whether there might be trouble involved with the 'extras' your offered, just run a mile! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/...

Apr 20, 202318 min

Cruising, Paying Over The Odds & Getting Lavatorial

You could never say that an episode of The Wittering Whitehalls wasn't varied enough. This week, it's one thing to the next! From a cruise ship query to money badly spent and a diversion into the lavatorial end of things. Let's dive in! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheW...

Apr 17, 202343 minSeason 3Ep. 3

LIFE LESSONS: "You can't go wrong with a tortilla."

Somehow, a recipe-focused episode has become rather a recurring feature in the world of The Wittering Whitehalls. So here we are again, this time with a listener who's run out of ideas of what to take to the office for lunch. But of course, that's not all... Mr Whitehall still finds time to drop a quick showbiz anecdote. Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/leg...

Apr 13, 202316 min

A Double Celebration, A Legal Missive & A Trip To Berlin

There's almost too much to pack into this week's edition of The Wittering Whitehalls... First of all, Mr Whitehall celebrates (in his own way) another year on Earth and to add to that, another year of wedded bliss to Mrs Whitehall! Plus, tales of rocking, rolling and a handy guide to gift-buying! Everything is covered! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slight...

Apr 10, 202345 minSeason 3Ep. 2

LIFE LESSONS: "Cyclists beware..."

It was an eventful and unpleasant experience that inspired Mrs Whitehall this week. Suffice to say that if you're on two wheels, you should never take a chance! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

Apr 06, 202319 min

Fisticuffs, Family Squabbles & The 'Perfect' Day

It's time to dive back in to The Wittering Whitehalls big inbox of queries, questions, anecdotes and problems that you, the Dear Listener, have sent in! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.c...

Apr 03, 202344 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Series 3 - Coming April 3rd!

Assemble, DL's! Hopefully it's not been too long without your twice-weekly visit to Whitehall Towers! Michael & Hilary will return on Monday April 3rd... Subscribe now! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

Mar 27, 20232 min

LIFE LESSONS: "Have fewer baths..." (with special guest Jack Whitehall!)

Just before they head off for a couple of weeks, Michael & Hilary are joined by Jack once more, to see if he can offer you a nugget of wisdom to mull over until The Wittering Whitehalls return! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Feb 16, 202317 min

Conception, Discipline & Tattoos (with special guest Jack Whitehall!)

So, the cat is out of the bag and you know that Michael & Hilary are joined by their eldest this week, Mr Jack Whitehall! The email inbox still has plenty to give, even at this end of series 2, so let's get into it! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary...

Feb 13, 202343 minSeason 2Ep. 15

LIFE LESSONS: "Have a quick spritz of perfume..."

Michael & Hilary get into what it takes to keep them on an even keel on a day to day basis. We all have down days from time to time, so here are some Whitehall tips on how to bring yourself back up again! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Feb 09, 202319 min

Inventions, Revenge & Snow!

Get ready for a bit of a surprise in the introduction to this edition of The Wittering Whitehalls! Mr Whitehall has been let loose! Plus, on the slate today, a "million pound idea", a horror story from the slopes and the question of whether or not to leave your nightmare neighbours with a parting shot... Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concis...

Feb 06, 202345 minSeason 2Ep. 14

LIFE LESSONS: "Think carefully before you throw out old toys!"

Following a chance encounter with a vintage Batmobile in his loft, this weeks emailer sets The Whitehalls off on a journey into the past, to their favourite childhood toys! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Feb 02, 202319 min

Secret Signals, Friends With Benefits & Musical Theatre

Any idea that The Wittering Whitehalls could be considered a family show rather go out of the window this week, when the topic of "friends with benefits" is raised. Plus, dinner parties ruined by rude guests and a quick sachet into the world of musical theatre! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! Don't forget! How To Survive Fami...

Jan 30, 202345 minSeason 2Ep. 13

LIFE LESSONS: "Always have a little pot of bicarbonate of soda..."

So that's the life lesson... But why? Find out why a pot of bicarbonate of soda is a must-have in any household. It all starts with an email from somebody with a stinking hangover! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Jan 26, 202324 min

Politics, Buffet Breakfasts & Spirit Animals

There's a rich spread of topics this week, from the thorny issue of politics, which Mrs Whitehall is very concerned about getting into, all the way to spirit animals and what that might mean to Mr Whitehall. Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Micha...

Jan 23, 202346 minSeason 2Ep. 12

LIFE LESSONS: "Don't leave your phone on a restaurant table..."

Mrs Whitehall was the victim of theft this week and she's not happy about it. Whatever you do, always keep an eye on your bits and pieces and certainly don't leave them unattended! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Jan 19, 202320 min

Buying A Sports Car, Hair Dye & Being Too Polite

Mr Whitehall is full of stories this week and that's exactly how we all like him! There's plenty of advice for a man called Trevor, on how to grow old with grace and a maze of manners and when it's best to say something, rather than just being polite! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a shorter (slightly) more concise package! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holiday...

Jan 16, 202348 minSeason 2Ep. 11

LIFE LESSONS: "Always have an escape route..."

It doesn't matter where you are... Mrs Whitehall ALWAYS recommends that you have a quick escape route. Find out why in this week's LIFE LESSON! Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com

Jan 12, 202318 min

Going It Alone, Dieting & What To Call Your "Lover"

Michael breathes a sigh of relief, as Whitehall Towers are finally, Christmas decoration-free! But with more emails to get through, there's no time for messing about. This week, there's advice on starting a business, how to stick to that new diet and what you can call your partner, if "boyfriend" or "girlfriend' seem a bit cringey! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight, in a sh...

Jan 09, 202350 minSeason 2Ep. 10

LIFE LESSONS: "Always be clear on the rules of engagement!"

It's quite a niche piece of advice this week, but you never know who might need to hear it. Suffice to say, that if you have a ballet dancer lodging in your house, make sure you're very up front about who should be doing their laundry... Make sure you're subscribed! Don't forget! How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall (with Hilary & Michael Whitehall!) is now available in paperback, at all good book shops! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls...

Jan 05, 202317 min
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