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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 give up."

It's not long until Mr & Mrs Whitehall accompany their son to New York for a show at the Carnegie Hall! So, how are the preparations coming along? Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Priv...

Oct 31, 202423 min

Trick Or Treating, The Mystery Cone & A First Time Comedian

We're into Mr Whitehall's favourite time of year... It's the spoooooooky season of halloween and he just can't get enough of it. On the slate this week - trick or treating, some odd goings on in an English village and a first time stand up comedian. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 This episode contains explicit language and adult themes t...

Oct 28, 202445 minSeason 7Ep. 7

LIFE LESSONS: "A bit of dirt never hurt."

This week, a tired Mum of two is hoping that Mrs Whitehall can help to bring a bit of calm and order into the equation. Let's see... Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners. Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https:...

Oct 24, 202419 min

Spiders, Bingo & Plant Wars

Unfortunately, for the arachnophobes among us, it's the time of year where our eight-legged visitors begin to show themselves. This week, an emailer encountered one and wanted it gone! Plus, a novel game of WW's bingo and 'The Great Garden Dispute of 2024.' You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 This episode contains explicit language and adult ...

Oct 21, 202438 minSeason 7Ep. 6

LIFE LESSONS: "The devil is in the detail!"

A couple of weeks ago, Mr & Mrs Whitehall were invited to The British Podcast Awards to present some awards. What a lovely treat. However, on this weeks bonus episode, you'll find out why it wasn't a complete success! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236 This episode contains explicit language and adult themes ...

Oct 17, 202424 min

Attracting Attention, Family Crests & Going On Holiday With A Stranger

There's almost nothing that Mr & Mrs Whitehall can't apply their wide-ranging experience and vast wisdom to and this week is no different. On the slate, we have how to attract attention in the digital age, an impressive bit of research into Whitehall family history and a question that you might not have asked yourself before... "Should I go on holiday with somebody I've only just met?" You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com This episode contain...

Oct 14, 202440 minSeason 7Ep. 5

LIFE LESSONS: "Try this trick when you're taking a picture..."

There seem to be a lot of farmers getting in touch recently and today, it's the turn of Emmersen, a 'plant sex expert' from Canada. Gosh. 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 10, 202422 min

Elvis Presley, Winston Churchill & Oxford Airport

It's a top tier edition of The Wittering Whitehalls this week. Find out the link between Winston Churchill and Oxford Airport and prepare to be taken back to a classic Travels With My Father moment, where Mr Whitehall was NOT having a good day. 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/pri...

Oct 07, 202440 minSeason 7Ep. 4

LIFE LESSONS: "Try a six second kiss, or a twenty second hug."

Oxytocin is important, apparently. This week, Mrs Whitehall gives you a shortcut to oxytocin-infused bliss. It's all inspired by an email about hugging people at work, so imagine what Mr Whitehall makes of that... 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...

Oct 03, 202419 min

Corfu, Old Friends & Old Flames

The Whitehalls managed to sneak off for a little few days in Corfu, so how did it go? Plus, revisiting old romances and some big news regarding some live shows! 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 30, 202443 minSeason 7Ep. 3

LIFE LESSONS: "Honesty & openness is the way forward."

There are several things they say you should never discuss, but none of the rules apply when it comes to conversations between The Whitehalls & their DL's. With that in mind, here's a tricky email about separate financial affairs in a marriage! 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...

Sep 26, 202421 min

Hoof Trimming, Teen Holidays & A Swedish Office Debacle

Are you familiar with 'hoof trimming'? DO NOT look it up if you're eating, or generally hate things that are DISGUSTING. Plus, including the wrong recipient on an email and going on holiday with your mates at 18. 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 23, 202436 minSeason 7Ep. 2

LIFE LESSONS: "Never leave the house without a hat."

Time for the 2nd dose of the week. Here's an email from an anonymous DL who is open to suggestions regarding his hair loss. 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 19, 202419 min

New Series "Drop", Donald Duck & Roast Potato Gate

And just like that, they're back! Hilary & Michael, back on the sofa at Whitehall Towers answering your emails in the way only they can. Balance is restored. So what have they been up to and more importantly, how did that dinner party from the emailer last series, with all the dietary requirements go? Let's find out! 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 ...

Sep 16, 202437 minSeason 7Ep. 1

LIFE LESSONS: "If there's the option of a picnic... Take it."

So, here's the final say from the Whitehalls before a little break. Keep an eye out for their return in September! Meanwhile, a DL inspires talk of alfresco dining and leads to us all learning "why is it windy in the evening?" 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...

Aug 22, 202423 min

Ageing, Helping Out & Ditching The Booze (with special guest Nick Grimshaw!)

Lovely Grimmy joins Michael & Hilary for the series finale to discuss how getting older works, why you should learn to say "no" and the upsides of taking it easy on the booze. Plus... Vegan curry, 'pig' dogs and weightlifting. 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/...

Aug 19, 202445 minSeason 6Ep. 15

LIFE LESSONS: "Keep up with the house maintenance!"

There are ACTUAL experts on hand for todays life lessons, yes lessons plural! There's plenty to learn, so don't be distracted by Mr Whitehall standing up halfway through the episode to sort out his tranklements. 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...

Aug 15, 202417 min

Dietary Requirements, Playing A Character & 'Rawdogging'

You might have heard the term 'rawdogging' before, but rest assured that it is not THAT which Mr & Mrs Whitehall find themselves discussing this week. Plus, is Michael Whitehall real and what would you like for dinner? 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/...

Aug 12, 202443 minSeason 6Ep. 14

LIFE LESSONS: "You can do an awful lot with rhubarb."

This week, DL Rachel suggests that this type of episode should be called a recipe-sode. Nice. Still in the garden at the BBH with all sorts of aircraft interrupting the flow, The Whitehalls have plenty of thoughts to share with you before the weekend. 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 ...

Aug 08, 202420 min

Doppelgängers, Hot Wax & Fatherhood with My Father

And now for something completely different... This week, Mr & Mrs Whitehall come to you from the garden of the BBH (do we all know what that means now?) With birds singing in the background and the sun shining, it's time for one of the most wonderfully written emails in WW's history and another to make you say "ouch". 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...

Aug 05, 202439 minSeason 6Ep. 13

LIFE LESSONS: "Always keep the receipt!"

A receipt can save you a lot of aggravation if you can lay your hands on it and this week, Mrs Whitehall has a very good example of just that. Plus, dog training, a Teasmade and a few more cheeky place names. 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...

Aug 01, 202419 min

A Wedding Dress, A 'SCUDL' & Throop

What on earth is 'Throop'? Find out today! Plus, a tricky situation with a wedding dress, a relocation recommendation and the tale of Poundbury. 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 29, 202440 minSeason 6Ep. 12

LIFE LESSONS: "The Grandparents know what they're doing!"

This week, a DL whose going back to work and worried that the headstrong toddler might get the best of her grandparents! Mrs Whitehall says... Don't worry about a thing. 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

Jul 25, 202417 min

Pimple Popping, Artificial Intelligence & Shakespeare

Now THERE is an episode title! This week, hear exactly what happens as an 84 year old man is introduced to the spot popping part of the internet. Wow. Plus, an email from Chat GPT and a shocking performance of a Shakespearean classic. 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-polic...

Jul 22, 202438 minSeason 6Ep. 11

LIFE LESSONS: "Setting your lights on timers before a holiday? Do this!"

Security is important and if you're leaving your house for any length of time, you don't want anyone snooping around. Mrs Whitehall has the advice you need! 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

Jul 18, 202420 min

A Sewing Machine, An Organ & Seven Miles To Bermondsey

There's been a bit of showbiz mingling this week. Aside from all that, your excellent emails continue to come in and this week, it's time to talk about sewing machines and... Organs! 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 15, 202437 minSeason 6Ep. 10

LIFE LESSONS: "If there's an old man in YOUR seat, let him sit in it."

It's a "what would you have done?" episode this week. Mr & Mrs Whitehall had an exchange over seating arrangements in Greece and were left puzzled. 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

Jul 11, 202420 min

Downsizing, Hotel Musts & Tinkering In Toronto

It's time for the Monday fix of witterings for you, the DL! This week, advice on how to emotionally prepare for a big house move, what Mr Whitehall's demands are in a hotel and what to do about an octogenarian parent with a tendency towards tinkering. 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/le...

Jul 08, 202441 minSeason 6Ep. 9

LIFE LESSONS: "If you buy a second hand car, don't buy it from a friend."

It's possibly only happened once before in Wittering Whitehalls history, but it's a Mr Whitehall hijack episode today. Let's see if they can find time to even read the 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

Jul 04, 202421 min

Dinner Parties, Man Caves & Audiobooks

Occasionally, Mr Whitehall will make an email from a DL much more complicated than it needed to be. You'll find an example within this episode. Plus, the ins and outs of audiobooks and whether or not one should have a man cave. 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 01, 202440 minSeason 6Ep. 8
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