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What's Your Problem With Nick Abbot and Carol McGiffin

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Nick and Carol care about your problems. No, seriously. In this podcast they try to solve your issues. If they fail, that is not Nick and Carol's fault - it's probably down to the EU, or something. Send your problems to nickandcarol@global.com and prepare to be happy. (Happiness not guaranteed, terms and conditions apply, always read the label). What's Your Problem? is a Global Production. For adv... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Nick is an engineer's mate, Carol has a new device and they help with helicopter parenting and with car names.

In this episode, Nick is under attack from trees, Carol gets a delivery for winter, and they help with confusing computer messages and with mystery job adverts

In this episode, Carol delivers another savage swipe, Nick reads a message from Guadeloupe, and they help with posh accents and with toaster settings

In this episode, Carol is on the attack, Nick takes cover, and they help with an electricity blackout, and with explaining the mysteries of life to a child.

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Recent Guests

Paul in Heston
Caller, engaged guest on this episode
Not specified
Episode: Rude connotations

Hosts

Nick Abbot
Host of the show; long‑time radio personality with a focus on banter and conversational problem‑solving.
Carol McGiffin
Co-host with strong on‑air personality; contributes banter and problem‑solving dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • The best

    Absolute one of the best and my fav podcast. These two show what opposites attract really means

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irishpatsy68
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • The repetition is a bit much

    Really like but please stop repeating yourselves every episode starting to sound the same

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    marymary1
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Two old people trying to remember things

    That actor from that programme. The one with the hair who used to be married to the one from “Buck’s fizz”

    No not her - maybe Brotherhood of Man or Bananarama.

    The one that liked Thatcher?

    Sausages!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pip Bishop
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • They have been away for a while but they are back, been a fan of Carol since Tickle Your Trout and Nick is everything that radio and podcasts can be. Their relationship is superb and I certainly would need a code word with Carol. Without doubt the best podcast available (ok second after The Newsagents).

    Podcast Addict
    5
    blackpoolgraham
    8 months ago
  • Boring now!

    I think it’s now done every subject at least 3 times.

    And the stories from N&C are just repeating themselves every few episodes.

    Plus Nicks obsession with the ‘right wing’ just spoils the show.

    It’s meant to be a general chit chat show, not a party political broadcast from Nick!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WWhaat!
    United Kingdom8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Playful, sharp banter and strong chemistry between Nick and Carol
Consistently funny and engaging, with relatable stories
Audience appreciates honest, unscripted dialogue and light problem solving.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#79
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#73
United Arab Emirates/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#164
South Africa/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What's the recipe today?
Q: Which number is less heat on a toaster, one or eight?
They reason that eight would ordinarily mean more heat, though Carol notes that some appliances reverse their numbering. They suggest Mary may need a new toaster and recommend grilling the tomato bread instead.
What's the recipe today?
Q: How do we tell the time of day if a storm knocks out the electricity and our Alexa clock is out of sync?
Nick and Carol wonder why the Alexa clock would lose sync, reasoning that it should update automatically, and joke about smart devices continuing to listen even when switched off.
Master the plaster
Q: How does one break up with a friend?
Carol suggests being direct and asking whether the two friends have drifted apart. Nick cautions that such a blunt conversation could be difficult to take back, and they also discuss declining invitations honestly rather than avoiding someone.
Master the plaster
Q: What would you do to make a temporary rented flat feel more like home when you want to put up artwork?
Carol encourages the renter to decorate rather than wait, suggesting removable adhesive picture hooks for lighter frames. Nick notes that holes may require repair before moving out.
It's a steep slope
Q: How do people discover they have a particular talent for hurtling headfirst down an icy track at ridiculous speeds, like a luge or a skeleton?
Nick and Carol speculate that athletes might train at facilities using former Olympic venues or practice on simulators, but they do not establish how beginners actually progress into the sports.

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Two seasoned UK hosts riff in a freewheeling, banter-driven format that blends light problem-solving with pop culture, travel anecdotes, and current-events reactions. Episodes frequently center on everyday annoyances, media culture, celebrity gossip, and personal stories, all delivered with warmth, humor, and a self-deprecating, “two friends just talking” energy. The show's charm lies in the chemistry between longtime collaborators, their willingness to riff on topics from weather and travel to fashion and politics, and the interactive, listener‑driven problem prompts. A standout trait is the casual, late‑night vibe that still weaves in sharp observations about society and media, making it appealing to listeners seeking relatable humor and ... more

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