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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

Technical Mishaps, Underpants, & Continuity Errors

This week... A Gameboy, a pond, a holiday (somewhere) in Devon and a backpack... Enjoy! 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/

Oct 23, 202338 minSeason 4Ep. 8

LIFE LESSONS: "If you're dropping a pin... Make sure it's in the right location."

Who wants to have a guess whether or not Michael knows what 'dropping a pin' is? Cast your votes now and listen to find out! 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-p

Oct 19, 202319 min

American Food, Name Dropping & Captain B

It's time, once again, to gather at Whitehall Towers and see what's in store. This week, some faves from across the Atlantic, a great big name dropping story (we love those!) and a lovely email from an airline captain. 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/...

Oct 16, 202342 minSeason 4Ep. 7

LIFE LESSONS: "Just tell them, to f*** off."

There's a big rant incoming, but it's not from the side of the sofa that you'd usually expect... Mrs Whitehall is wound right up this week and all in the name of a DL who stood up for herself in Southampton. 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-p...

Oct 12, 202314 min

A Saucy Audition, A Whopper & "Extending All Courtesies"

Where to start? This week, an "anonymous old theatrical type" is in touch about a problematic job offer, Neil recounts his burger experience and Mr Whitehall reveals a shocking story from days gone by! 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/

Oct 09, 202341 minSeason 4Ep. 6

LIFE LESSONS: "Pop it in a houseplant..."

If you want the Wittering Whitehalls to go weird, they will happily go weird... This week, an email from a listener who was left something quite unusual in her Grandmother's will. 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-p...

Oct 05, 202317 min

The Wedding Debrief, A Heavenly Voice & A Cashless Flight

It's been promised for a couple of weeks now, so here's the comprehensive look back at Barney's wedding in Portugal! It all went swimmingly, aside from the kerfuffle on the journey home... 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/

Oct 02, 202339 minSeason 4Ep. 5

LIFE LESSONS: "Try a dishwasher tab down the loo..."

Mrs Whitehall comes over all domestic today. Everything is covered, from stains, to dust, limescale, polish and more! Mr Whitehall, on the other hand, is a little quieter after a DL calls him a grump! Where on Earth could they have got that idea?! 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 Poli...

Sep 28, 202315 min

A Free Bike, A Messy Neighbour & A Nightmare At Passport Control

You find Mr Whitehall in a particularly spiky mood this week and it ought to be said that Mrs Whitehall is only making it worse! Find out why a free bike is not necessarily a good thing and what Mr Whitehall carries in his travel briefcase. 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...

Sep 25, 202339 minSeason 4Ep. 4

LIFE LESSONS: "Hay fever sufferer? Try this..."

We can all agree, by now, that from time to time, Mrs Whitehall (and occasionally Mr Whitehall) can offer you a piece of life advice that will prove a game changer... Maybe this week is one of those times. 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-p...

Sep 21, 202318 min

FoMO, Small Talk & The Family Business

Another week, another crop of emails and another shocking admission from Mr Whitehall. Plus, the peaks and troughs of working with the family and the art of small talk. 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/

Sep 18, 202340 minSeason 4Ep. 3

LIFE LESSONS: "Always double check the invitation..."

How long do you reckon it takes to get from London to Birmingham? Whatever you do, don't trust Mr Whitehall's answer! 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-p

Sep 14, 202315 min

Two Typewriters, A Great Grandfather & Some Hearing Aids...

This week, through chance alone, the emails are focussed on the more mature listener, but that isn't to say that there aren't some very daft moments along the way! 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/

Sep 11, 202341 minSeason 4Ep. 2

LIFE LESSONS: "Always take your phone into an unfamiliar loo..."

Now that The Wittering Whitehalls are back, it's time for the return of the Thursday Life Lessons! This week, Mr Whitehall tells a harrowing tale, which took place in Jack's trendy downstairs loo. 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-p...

Sep 07, 202321 min

Keeping Cool, A Chiropody Tour & A Bottle For A Special Occasion

In these troubled times, it's a comfort to know that it's never too long before The Whitehalls are back for another series! Take your seat with Michael & Hilary at Whitehall Towers and strap in... 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/

Sep 04, 202340 minSeason 4Ep. 1

BONUS: End of Term Lego & A Gentlemanly Quiz (with special guest Nigel Havers!)

What an important life lesson this week... Do you have something in mind that you've always fancied trying? Give it a go! 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/

Jul 13, 202326 min

Chickens, Boats & Cast Mates (with special guest Nigel Havers!)

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 themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

Jul 10, 202345 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Coming This Monday...

In this little teaser, find out who Michael & Hilary's special guest is for the final episode of the series! 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 themes that may not be suitable for all liste...

Jul 07, 20232 min

LIFE LESSONS: "You're never too old!"

What an important life lesson this week... Do you have something in mind that you've always fancied trying? Give it a go! 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/

Jul 06, 202323 min

Teachers, Homework & National Treasures!

Sometimes the emails just collate themselves into a pleasing order and this week is one of those weeks. A brace of education-related missives are followed by a question to make Mr Whitehall blush! 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 episod...

Jul 03, 202339 minSeason 3Ep. 14

LIFE LESSONS: "Never give out people's contact details, without asking first!"

Confidentiality is very important and this week, Mr Whitehall has a story that demonstrates that very well! 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/

Jun 29, 202323 min

Sour Scrambled Eggs, A Tattoo Ultimatum & A Jazzy Groom

You DL's certainly know how to wind up Mr Whitehall! The touchy issue of tattoos has come back again... Could this be the email that changes his mind? 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 themes ...

Jun 26, 202338 minSeason 3Ep. 13

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

Picture this... You're going to a party, the hosts fling open the door and you present them with a lovely bottle of something and.... That's the last you ever see of that bottle. Will they be serving it at the party? Will they heck! 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://glo...

Jun 22, 202316 min

Baba Ghanoush, Bedroom Posters & A Trip To Sitges

Let's have a little guess, before you press play... Does Michael Whitehall, A) Know exactly what baba ghanoush is B) Has no idea what baba ghanoush is C) Saw some baba ghanoush once, but declined to eat it Find out! 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@gm...

Jun 19, 202339 minSeason 3Ep. 12

LIFE LESSONS: "Know the difference between a mneumonic, an acronym and an abbreviation..."

It's a topic especially close to Mr Whitehall's heart this week... Grammar. For a thorough run down on the common pitfalls, it's time to draft in The WW's resident expert on the topic. 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/...

Jun 15, 202320 min

A Cellar Surprise, Heavy Flirtation & Relationship Revelations

In this episode, not only will you learn a lot about the Whitehalls, but Mr & Mrs Whitehall will learn a fair bit about each other, even after so many years together! 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 langua...

Jun 12, 202342 minSeason 3Ep. 11

LIFE LESSONS: "If you're a perfectionist, be as collaborative as you can."

Sometimes, for various reasons, an episode of The Wittering Whitehalls goes off on a complete tangent... That's certainly true of today's episode, as Mrs Whitehall recalls a sad story from her days in the theatre. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes a story about an actor who passed away, following a heart attack. 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...

Jun 08, 202317 min

Email Etiquette, Cheese Snobbery & One of Those Weeks

You must have had one of those weeks before? This week, one of the DL's certainly has! Plus, cheese - soft, hard and in between and whether or not you should pester for an email reply. 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 e...

Jun 05, 202342 minSeason 3Ep. 10

LIFE LESSONS: "Be very selective about the WhatsApp groups you join..."

A cautionary tale from Mrs Whitehall about the pitfalls of partaking in your local social media groups! 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/

Jun 01, 202321 min

Favourite Flix, Dodgy Dinners & 'Good' Samaritans

This week, there's a call for Mr & Mrs Whitehall's go to blockbusters, with an effort to avoid the black and white classics! Plus, a trying husband, trying his best in the kitchen and a rant from Mr Whitehall about dog walking politics. 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 ...

May 29, 202337 minSeason 3Ep. 9
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