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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 leave packing to the very last minute!"

Are you a last minute suitcase packer, or have you got everything laid out weeks before you leave? Mrs Whitehall is usually very organised, but on their recent holiday, she paid the price for leaving it all to the eleventh hour! 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....

Jun 27, 202417 min

Recommendations, Empty Nests & "Buh-Bum"

This week, there's some inside information on bread packaging (see Mr Whitehall's rant from a couple of weeks ago), some suspicious podcast recommendations and a bit of advice to those facing a soon-to-be empty nest. 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 24, 202439 minSeason 6Ep. 7

LIFE LESSONS: "Try vermouth in your risotto..."

The delectable Patricia Hodge finally returned to Whitehall Towers to fulfil her promise to teach Michael how to make risotto. How did it go and what did he learn?! 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

Jun 20, 202418 min

Old Fashioned Food, Goats & A Summer of Sport

Does Mr Whitehall enjoy the post-war, British culinary classics of the fifties and sixties? Let's find out! Plus, oodles of sport and a DL who wants to buy some goats! 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 17, 202437 minSeason 6Ep. 6

LIFE LESSONS: "Do a final sweep!"

How's your memory? Even if it's absolutely spot on, it's always worth having that last look around to see if you've forgotten something! 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

Jun 13, 202421 min

Cohabiting, University & Dream Analysis

For reasons unknown, an anonymous DL has sent in a very odd dream to be unpicked by Mr & Mrs Whitehall this week. How do you think that went? Plus, moving in together and deciding what to study at university! 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 10, 202440 minSeason 6Ep. 5

LIFE LESSONS: "Use a loo brush."

It's possibly fair to say that most of us have wielded a loo brush from time to time... But what alternative use has Mrs Whitehall found for the muckiest implement in your house? 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...

Jun 06, 202416 min

Sharing Digs, Awards Ceremonies & Breaking World Records

Have you ever wanted to break a world record? One DL this week would love to... But doesn't have the time. Plus, awards ceremonies and a Hen Do problem. 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 03, 202433 minSeason 6Ep. 4

LIFE LESSONS: "Don't go too hard..."

As summer approaches, you might find yourself with renewed vigour to start living a healthier life, full of good food and plenty of exercise... But before you start at 90mph, Mrs Whitehall has some words of advice. 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/priv...

May 30, 202419 min

Helpful Hindering, Herbal Tea & Daredevils

This week, The Whitehalls have been hobnobbing with the great and good. Plus, trying to be helpful but making it worse, herbal tea and what ever happened to the daredevils? 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 27, 202436 minSeason 6Ep. 3

LIFE LESSONS: "You rest, you rust..."

This weeks life lesson comes not just from Mrs Whitehall... In fact, it comes courtesy of a Mr A Schwarzenegger... 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

May 23, 202417 min

Red Flags, Letter Writing & Split Infinitives

If you were to have a rummage through the Wittering Whitehalls mail bag, you'd find dozens of emails trying to wind Mr Whitehall up about language, grammar and other such things. This week, one of those emails gets through. Plus, relationship red flags and a lovely idea for those who enjoy good old fashioned paper and pen. 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 al...

May 20, 202440 minSeason 6Ep. 2

LIFE LESSONS: "Always make an extra portion."

It's always a relief to be able to pull something out of the freezer if you can't be bothered with making dinner. Mrs Whitehall advises just that, based on an email from a DL, but what's Mr Whitehall's take? 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...

May 16, 202414 min

Worst Pain Homework, Binge Watching & A DL Pilot

They're back and ready to do it all again! Michael & Hilary are primed with another crop of your fabulous emails and they've got plenty of thoughts to share! 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 13, 202434 minSeason 6Ep. 1

An Exciting Announcement!

Would you like to come and see The Wittering Whitehalls LIVE work in progress shows? On May 28th & 29th, you can see Michael & Hilary live at The New Wimbledon Theatre as they work out how on earth The Wittering Whitehalls will work as a live show! Please visit the link below for tickets... https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/the-wittering-whitehalls-live-work-in-progress/studio-at-new-wimbledon-theatre/ Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/...

May 09, 20242 min

LIFE LESSONS: "You CAN teach an old dog new tricks." (with special guest Patricia Hodge!)

The marvellous Patricia Hodge very kindly stayed a little longer, to assist Mrs Whitehall in a pointed life lesson. Michael has got some homework to do... The Whitehalls will return very soon! 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...

Apr 18, 202419 min

Godly, Noble & Hilarious (with special guest Patricia Hodge!)

What a fabulous guest to end the series with! Patricia joins Michael and Hilary on the sofa at Whitehall Towers, to discuss baby names, least favourite destinations and the reasons why people lie about their age. 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 15, 202443 minSeason 5Ep. 15

LIFE LESSONS: "If you're doing something illicit, make sure you're wearing a sturdy walking shoe."

It's one of the more wordy life lessons, but it's a valuable one nonetheless. Also this week, hear Mr Whitehall proven wrong on the pronunciation of a word... SHOCK! 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

Apr 11, 202420 min

The Gift Registry, Roses & Turning 30

It's a trademark 45 minutes or so of Wittering from the Whitehalls this week. They end up all over the place, from towel bundles to charades and beyond! 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 08, 202446 minSeason 5Ep. 14

LIFE LESSONS: "Always double and triple check, before you post something!"

Mrs Whitehall recently had a social media mishap. Do you ever post pictures online? If you do... Be absolutely certain what's in the picture before you post 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

Apr 04, 202416 min

Practical Jokes, Craft Projects & Home Videos

Never mind the fact that 'wittering' is in the title... This week, the Whitehalls get further off track than they've ever been before. Even so, they still find time for some of your fabulous 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/legal/privacy-policy/

Apr 01, 202443 minSeason 5Ep. 13

LIFE LESSONS: "Never trust a fart."

Despite Mr Whitehall's preference for more 'upmarket' content, as he calls it, sometimes there will be an inevitable slip into the gutter. That said, it's a brave DL (albeit anonymous) who can email in and make a confession like this one. 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...

Mar 28, 202415 min

Body Hair, Caving & A Friend's Sister

The Wittering Whitehalls is almost always eclectic, but this week is all over the place! Michael addresses his habits around bodily hair, a DL has a story from deep underground and Hilary has some sensible advice on how not to ruin a friendship. 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/pr...

Mar 25, 202435 minSeason 5Ep. 12

LIFE LESSONS: "Our worst fears are in anticipation."

How are you with public speaking? This week, a DL has got a new job (yay!), but may have overstated his ability in this particular arena. Fear not, because Mrs Whitehall has the right advice! 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...

Mar 21, 202414 min

Pronunciation, Funerals & Trooping The Colour

It's all about light and shade, this game. This week, The Whitehalls have all their usual laughs and rants, plus a more thoughtful email from a young DL with a few things on their mind. 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/

Mar 18, 202439 minSeason 5Ep. 11

LIFE LESSONS: "Warm it, before you whip it in."

The Wittering Whitehalls is not a podcast awash with double entendre, but it's a phenomenon that will crop up from time to time. Mrs Whitehall considers a food life hack sent in by a DL, whilst Mr Whitehall misbehaves. 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/...

Mar 14, 202420 min

Health & Safety, Fancy Shoes & "Where Do Babies Come From?"

Good luck to anybody having to answer the "where do babies come from" question. It can be a tough one! Also this week, Rob, the health & safety officer DL and a classic story featuring (but not limited to) the ever-present Nigel Havers. 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...

Mar 11, 202439 minSeason 5Ep. 10

LIFE LESSONS: "Everything Frittata..."

Hands up if the episodes with recipes make you hungry! Mrs Whitehall has another budget busting recipe this week, with a few meanders, avenues and alleyways thrown in by Mr 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/privacy-p...

Mar 07, 202419 min

Step Counting, Incense & Bluetooth Mishaps

This week, Hilary managed to persuade Michael into wearing her smartwatch, in order to count his steps. Find out what happened next... Plus, burning incense and accidentally connecting to a bluetooth speaker! 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/...

Mar 04, 202440 minSeason 5Ep. 9

LIFE LESSONS: "It's often easier to pull than to push."

Hilary & Michael tackle your traditional midweek query and offer some (occasionally) sage advice. 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 29, 202415 min
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