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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

Sexist Remarks, Solving A Mystery & Dating In DC

This week, a DL is compelled to write in her kind thoughts on a previous DL's email and there's a 40 year old mystery to solve, involving a lamp post in Newcastle and a whip... Plus, dating and ghosting in Washington DC. 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/...

Feb 26, 202440 minSeason 5Ep. 8

LIFE LESSONS: "Sit down and shut the f*** up."

Mr Whitehall quite effectively distills the life lesson down this week, into one easily remembered phrase. So, what should you do 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

Feb 22, 202418 min

American Tourists, Celebrity Products & Retro Toys (with special guests Woody Harrelson & Laura Louie!)

Well, this is a bit of a surprise... A mid-series appearance from a pair of BIG guests! Woody Harrelson and his lovely wife Laura join Michael and Hilary for this weeks wittering! 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/

Feb 19, 202440 minSeason 5Ep. 7

LIFE LESSONS: "Join The National Trust... For Uncle Neil."

It's always nice to get Neil on the phone and that's exactly what's happening this week. As it turns out, he's uniquely qualified to answer this weeks email! 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

Feb 15, 202419 min

National Service, Running A Pub & Motorway Services

This week, a member of the armed forces asks about Mr Whitehall's military life (or lack thereof), a landlord tells the story of how he made his dream a reality and a DL tells of his passion for motorway service stations. 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/...

Feb 12, 202441 minSeason 5Ep. 6

LIFE LESSONS: "Let people know they're in your thoughts."

It's another hand written letter this week. It's lovely to keep in touch, by whatever means, because it reminds people that you're thinking of them, even if you're not able to see them in person. Even Mr Whitehall would agree! 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.co...

Feb 08, 202417 min

Winston, Alternative Medicine & A Lovely Update

This week, a DL has a BIG question about Winston... What will become of him!? Plus, complimentary and alternative medicine and an encouraging update from a DL who featured a while back. 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/

Feb 05, 202441 minSeason 5Ep. 5

LIFE LESSONS: "Draw the battle lines early."

It's true to say that the DL's are a fabulous bunch, across a huge variety of age categories. Apparently, the Witterings of the Whitehalls appeal to everyone... As long as they can tolerate Mr Whitehall's language. Today's life lesson is all about how to handle your role as a grandparent! 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 list...

Feb 01, 202417 min

The Ick, Toddler Tantrums & A Tricky Wedding Situation

Stop what you're doing folks... Michael Whitehall is about to learn what "the ick" is. Plus, never mind the 'terrible twos,' it's the 'thunderous threes' that are troubling one particular DL. 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/

Jan 29, 202439 minSeason 5Ep. 4

LIFE LESSONS: "Make sure you've got a boxset downloaded."

This week, an anonymous emailer needs advice on how to get through a holiday with their boyfriend's family in very close quarters. The Whitehalls are on hand, as ever, to assist. 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...

Jan 25, 202423 min

Tellings Off, Bad Influences & Ghostly Images

Have you ever seen Elvis in a piece of toast? Perhaps you glimpsed John Lennon in a patch of damp? This week, an emailer brings news of Margaret Thatcher on an ironing board cover and it's up to The Whitehalls to give their verdict. Plus, drug education and getting told off! 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 Polic...

Jan 22, 202439 minSeason 5Ep. 3

LIFE LESSONS: "Get the first few rounds..."

It's an A-lister heavy anecdote type of week this week... Get ready for some big name drops... 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

Jan 18, 202417 min

Pantomimes, Adrenaline Junkies & Turning Into Your Parents

It's back to brilliant, business as usual for The Wittering Whitehalls this week. Three brilliant emails, answered in their inimitable style! 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/

Jan 15, 202436 minSeason 5Ep. 2

LIFE LESSONS: "Get with the tech!"

Do you think Mr Whitehall is particularly at ease when it comes to using modern technology? This week, Mrs Whitehall explains why it's important for him to clean up his act! 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

Jan 11, 202420 min

Turin, Berlin, Los Angeles & Beyond...

Back again and this time, much sooner than usual! The Whitehalls are wasting no time in getting back into business following the Christmas break and they've an awful lot to unpack (literally...) 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/

Jan 08, 202443 minSeason 5Ep. 1

LIFE LESSONS: "Be prepared!"

It's the final instalment for series 4, but the good news is that you don't have too long to wait! Once Christmas & New Year are out the way, The Wittering Whitehalls will be right back with you! Keep an eye out for their return on the 8th of January! 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 Priv...

Dec 14, 202319 min

Hidden Snacks, The Future & 'Would You Rather?' (with special guest James O'Brien!)

You've probably picked up on the fact that James O'Brien is a favourite at Whitehall Towers, so it's very exciting to have him on as a guest! Recorded at the Global studios in Leicester Square, James is on hand to talk custard tarts, pleasing turns of phrase and to answer the question... "Would you rather be a spider for 24 hours or a cow for a week?" You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contains explicit language and adult themes th...

Dec 11, 202343 minSeason 4Ep. 15

LIFE LESSONS: "Watch out for a trip... Or a fall..."

Whilst Mr & Mrs Whitehall have spent the last couple of weeks on their travels, they've learned a few lessons, as we all do. This week, we learn why it's important to take in your new surroundings and listen carefully to what you're being told! 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 Pol...

Dec 07, 202318 min

Gloomy Weather, Accents & Star Wars

It's the first time that you're joining Mr & Mrs Whitehall somewhere other than Whitehall Towers! Find out why they're in California and what's new. Business as usual is not affected though and it's time for another crop of your brilliant emails! 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/leg...

Dec 04, 202338 minSeason 4Ep. 14

LIFE LESSONS: "Avoid committees at all costs."

This week, it's committees in the line of fire. Lots of people sitting around a table, speaking in a very odd, formal way, all in the name of getting nowhere in particular... Plus, another rant from Mr Whitehall about phrases he hates! 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://...

Nov 30, 202318 min

Meeting Your Heroes, Leaving The Children & Sitting In A Van...

Imagine a podcast recording that starts just after some slightly testy, marital bickering... It's THIS podcast! Mrs Whitehall has been driven thoroughly up the wall by Mr Whitehall this week, so let's just see what happens! 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/...

Nov 27, 202343 minSeason 4Ep. 13

LIFE LESSONS: "Try and make time for a date night."

The Whitehalls get into all sorts of unexpected areas in this weeks bonus episode. Get ready for picnics, a cosy night in and even some 'role play'! 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

Nov 23, 202316 min

Announcements, Photography & The Singing Telegram

Mrs Whitehall is nursing a nasty wasp sting this week, but it doesn't get in the way of proceedings at all! There's plenty to get into, including supermarket announcements, a quick reading from Mr Whitehall's book and some advice for a budding photographer. 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....

Nov 20, 202340 minSeason 4Ep. 12

LIFE LESSONS: "A trio of soups."

We all love a good recipe tutorial from The Whitehalls! It's time to take your soup game to the next level and find out why Mr Whitehall is always moving things around... 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

Nov 16, 202315 min

Handkerchieves, Breakfast & Dress-Making Scissors

It's a giggly one this week, DL's. The sort of episode that starts in one direction and ends up completely derailed, upside down and on fire on a different planet entirely! 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/

Nov 13, 202340 minSeason 4Ep. 11

LIFE LESSONS: "Don't shut your mind off to making new friends."

We're all guilty of saying things like "I have enough friends" or "I don't like meeting new people", but this week, Mrs Whitehall is encouraging you to change your ways! 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

Nov 09, 202317 min

Fridge Magnets, Big Birthdays & Getting Caught Chatting

An Australian DL is in touch this week, pertaining to a very special fridge magnet collection. Plus, the best way to mark a milestone birthday, chatting in the supermarket and a potential Earldom for Mr Whitehall! 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/...

Nov 06, 202338 minSeason 4Ep. 10

LIFE LESSONS: "Lending something? You need to lay out terms and conditions."

A wonderful email from Jim in Yorkshire throws the Whitehalls into the world of lending and loaning this week, whether it's ever a good idea and how to avoid an awkward situation if you do it! 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...

Nov 02, 202323 min

Managing Time, Childhood Genius & A Feline Listener

It's not just human DL's across the world who enjoy The Wittering Whitehalls! No, sir... The feline community are quite partial too. Plus, Mrs Whitehall's tendencies as 'an enabler' and the question of childhood geniuses. 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 30, 202339 minSeason 4Ep. 9

LIFE LESSONS: "Never mind post-it notes... Leave them an instructional video!"

There's a beautiful email from an anonymous DL from the Cotswolds this week and as you know, it doesn't take much to get Mr & Mrs Whitehall wittering! Find out who bashed the car, why it's not worth repainting it, and where on Earth the name Joan crops up from! 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 Glo...

Oct 26, 202318 min
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