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Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

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Parenting
Comedy
Family Dynamics
Christmas
Parenting Challenges
Touring
Mental Health
Family Life
Family
Relationships
Childcare
Child Development
Social Media
Birthday Parties
Friendship
Teenage Boys
Lou Beckett
Vauxhall Frontera
Teenagers
Playground Shaggers

Parenting... just not as you know it. Join Rob & Josh twice a week as they share their tales of parenting woe and chat to celebrity parents about how they're coping, or not coping. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, video episodes available on Tuesdays and Fridays every week.

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Recent Guests

Jessica Hynes
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Episode: When all else fails...
Francis Bourgeois
Cameo guest noted in production
Episode: When all else fails...
Chantel Nash
Guest on episode, introduced as a first-time guest
Episode: It started with a mix
Rosie James
Guest, Rosie James from Teddington
Friend of the hosts
Episode: S12 EP50: My daughter broke her arm
Laura Smyth
Comedian and public figure, interview guest
Self/Born Aggy
Episode: S12 EP46: Laura Smyth (The Return)
Jack Savoretti
Singer-songwriter
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Episode: S12 EP44: Jack Savoretti
Tinie Tempah
Rapper and musician
Music artist
Episode: S12 EP42: Tinie Tempah
Eddie Marsan
Actor known for roles in Ray Donovan, Gangs of New York, and No Ordinary Heist
Actor
Episode: S12 EP38: Eddie Marsan
Matt Morsia
Former Gladiator and fitness influencer, primary guest of the episode
Gladiators (TV show); fitness/YouTube athlete
Episode: S12 EP33: Matt Morsia

Hosts

Rob Beckett
Host of the show; co-presenter; long-time Parenting Hell figure; known for warm banter and observational humor
Josh Widdicombe
Co-host; longtime partner in banter; known for candid storytelling and humor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45.9k ratings
  • Used to listen

    I used to love this podcast and listened to every episode. However have stopped listening due to the swearing + inappropriate language used. There is no need for it, it doesn’t add anything to the listening experience and it’s disappointing as I would love to keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rosie17.
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Mopping

    Josh’s son wanting a ‘wet floor’ sign as a present because he loves helping out the cleaner really made me laugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horatio Love Missile
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • UNBEARABLE long host read adverts

    The Monzo adverts being so tightly integrated into the chat “host read” style are entirely destroying this show. I just can’t listen to it any more. They’re talking about their kids and you slowly realise it’s an advert. Sucks the soul out of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jake Bristol
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Hmmmm

    Favourite podcast .Brilliant. Don’t slag off Ant and Dec .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lillee1!
    Irelanda month ago
  • Lazy

    I don’t understand why this podcast has become so lazy — Harry Hill’s story about his dog has featured in consecutive “best of” episodes this week. Today will therefore be the third time many people have heard it. This kind of laziness does suggest a certain contempt towards the audience — that no one involved in the podcast can be bothered to check that material is being repeated. Disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Belle Reve
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' quick banter and relatable take on parenting chaos.
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I like a thin cheese
Q: How old are your kids now?
The hosts check in on age gaps and what parenting looks like as children grow into early adulthood, highlighting the shift from constant baby-care to distant independence.
I like a thin cheese
Q: What have you learned over the last four years?
The guest reflects on evolving family dynamics, the public nature of parenting, and learning to manage a busy life while aging gracefully as a parent.
I like a thin cheese
Q: Harry, how many kids have you got?
Three, aged 28, 27, and 21, and they live nearby with varying schedules; the conversation shifts to balancing family life with touring and work.
S12 EP42: Tinie Tempah
Q: What prompted Tinie Tempah to step away from music for seven years and what brought him back?
He wanted to settle down, focus on family, and pursue a calmer lifestyle, then gradually returned to music because of the ongoing love for the craft, the desire to create for his kids, and a recognition that he still had much to contribute creatively.
S12 EP46: Laura Smyth (The Return)
Q: What have you learned about parenting teenagers from your own family?
She describes being more of a sounding board and emotionally available, acknowledging that teenage years are tough for everyone and that giving space while staying open to conversation is key.

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Two British comedian hosts share candid, humorous takes on modern parenting, juggling family life, travel mishaps, and career with guests from entertainment. Episodes blend self-deprecating banter, relatable chaos, and occasional sponsor reads, delivering warm, conversational storytelling that often touches on parenting hacks, travel woes, and family dynamics. The dynamic between the hosts—friendly banter, competing stories, and genuine affection—is a standout, offering a relatable lens for listeners navigating parenting, work, and balance, with notable moments around guest chats and audience contributions that keep the flow lively and personable.

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1. Jessica Hynes
2. Francis Bourgeois
3. Chantel Nash
4. Rosie James
5. Laura Smyth
6. Jack Savoretti
7. Tinie Tempah
8. Eddie Marsan

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