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The Wittering Whitehalls

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300 episodes · Explicit

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.

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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

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  1. An Engagement Ring, A Songwriter & An Exploitative Neighbour

    · 39 min · S8 E4 · Explicit

    We all hate losing things. As you scramble around, hoping against hope that the next thing you see will be the thing you're looking for.... This weeks first emailer experienced just that with a very important item.…

  2. LIFE LESSONS: "If you're giving advice, be nice."

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    Mr Whitehall is still battling a malady, but Mrs Whitehall is back in the business of handing out sage advice. What to do if you're criticised by an older relative on your parenting style? BREATHE! You can email your…

  3. Nursing, Copycats & Guitar Lessons

    · 42 min · S8 E3 · Explicit

    Mr Whitehall dragged himself from his sick bed this week, all in the name of fulfilling his duty to you, the wonderful DL's. On the slate for discussion, is a DL with a copycat problem (nobody likes a copycat!) and a…

  4. LIFE LESSONS: "Give it the beans..."

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    Are you a fussy eater? Do you know, or deal with a fussy eater? Mrs Whitehall does! What can be done with those who just won't give new things a try and stick rigorously to the dishes they know? You can email your…

  5. Solo Activity, Nosing About & The Other Jack

    · 47 min · S8 E2 · Explicit

    Whilst it might be confusing to hear Mr & Mrs Whitehall in their Putney home one moment and half way across the world the next, it is well worth it. Settle in for your usual dose of multifaceted emails, PLUS, another…

  6. LIFE LESSONS: "Press the microphone button!"

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    A mystery has been solved in the world of The Wittering Whitehalls... It turns out that what first appeared to be mischief was, in fact, a simple misunderstanding of technology! You can email your questions, thoughts…

  7. The Local Council, After-Show Rituals & Tour Diaries!

    · 42 min · S8 E1 · Explicit

    They're back and they're, frankly... All over the place! Recorded just before they hopped on a plane to Singapore, we start in Whitehall Towers for the usual - some lovely DL emails - before we fast forward in time for…

  8. LIFE LESSONS: "Be true to yourself."

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    Come and join Michael & Hilary for a Boxing Day life lesson, born out of a legendary nativity performance from DL Wendy's son... You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com…

  9. Stockings, Cards & Christmas Movies (with special guests Jordan North & William Hanson!)

    · 40 min · S7 E15 · Explicit

    It's a great big Christmas special mash up in the podcast universe this week, as Jordan & William from Help I Sexted My Boss join Mr & Mrs Whitehall for a spot of yuletide larks. So, how old should the 'children' of…

  10. LIFE LESSONS: "Never let the truth get in the way of a good story."

    · 18 min · Bonus · Explicit

    We can all agree that the stories you hear on The Wittering Whitehalls are very interesting and thoroughly amusing, but are they consistent? Luckily, there is always a keen-eared DL on hand to do a bit of…

  11. George Martin, Christmas In The Garage & Poached Turkey

    · 38 min · S7 E14 · Explicit

    What would happen if for whatever reason, Mrs Whitehall was unable to produce the wonderful Christmas lunch that she has done so many times before? What if Mr Whitehall had to step in? Plus, how do you turn down an…

  12. LIFE LESSONS: "There's not an awful lot you can do about moths."

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    So, what can you do if you've got a moth problem? Well.... Not much, but also not nothing. As always, Mrs Whitehall is here with some pearls of wisdom and Mr Whitehall is ready and waiting with a moderate, to…

  13. New York, Tasmania & Yawping Cats

    · 39 min · S7 E13 · Explicit

    The team at Whitehall Towers are fairly certain that this week sees the very first use of the word "yawping" on the podcast. Find out what it means within! Plus, stories from The Big Apple and a wonderful tale from…

  14. LIFE LESSONS: "Answering the door? Put on a coat!"

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    There are a couple of emails to deal with this week... First of all, a DL with access to the very highest rungs of power and influence and second of all, a DL who can't dress properly for the weather at this time of…

  15. Light Packing, Flying Cars & Shoegate

    · 42 min · S7 E12 · Explicit

    Another week, another 'gate' at Whitehall Towers. What on Earth took place during 'shoegate'?! Plus, Julie from Taunton has a husband that refuses to pack a suitcase and Callum has a question about the early-adoption…

  16. LIFE LESSONS: "Dim the lights and relax."

    · 23 min · Bonus · Explicit

    It's not often that things get testy at Whitehall Towers whilst the podcast is in session. Stronger words are usually reserved for pre and post-record. However, that is not a hard and fast rule and this week, the…

  17. Wobbly Shoes, Hugh of Orange & Sightseeing On Tour

    · 35 min · S7 E11 · Explicit

    It's an all sorts episode this week. There's an update from the DL who once dressed as Donald Duck (you remember, don't you?), a question about entertaining the kids and whether or not there's time for sightseeing when…

  18. LIFE LESSONS: "Mulch your beds."

    · 15 min · Bonus · Explicit

    At this time of year, the green-fingered DL knows that there's work to be done in the garden. Luckily, David the gardener is on hand with some handy hints if you need help getting started. You can email your…

  19. Wardrobe Malfunctions, Toothgate & Katie from Kent

    · 44 min · S7 E10 · Explicit

    Not all of us have suffered a wardrobe malfunction, but todays DL certainly did. Plus, some Christmas present advice and a cheeky voice note from Kent! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to…

  20. LIFE LESSONS: "Get yourself a towel that nobody else has got."

    · 22 min · Bonus · Explicit

    It's time for the maiden Wittering Whitehalls voice note! Remember to keep sending them in to the number below. Find out what DL Jenny's particular quandary was and how team WW's would have got around it. You can…

  21. Master of Ceremonies, A Photo Request & Musophobia

    · 41 min · S7 E9 · Explicit

    You DL's know your stuff, that's for sure. This week, a soon to be married DL needed to put her fiancé right about what Mr Whitehall would and wouldn't do and it's likely that she's spot on. Plus, helpful rats doing a…

  22. LIFE LESSONS: "It's not ungrammatical, it's just silly."

    · 16 min · Bonus · Explicit

    It's been a little while since the Whitehalls have called Uncle Neil and this weeks email is the perfect opportunity to check back in with him... You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to…

  23. Imposter Syndrome, The Wrong Present & Historical Jesus

    · 43 min · S7 E8 · Explicit

    Does Michael Whitehall ever suffer from imposter syndrome? What do we think...? Plus, buying an anniversary present and some of the best place names yet! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to…

  24. LIFE LESSONS: "Don't give up."

    · 23 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 45 min · S7 E7 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  27. Spiders, Bingo & Plant Wars

    · 38 min · S7 E6 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 24 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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!…

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

    · 40 min · S7 E5 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 22 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  31. Elvis Presley, Winston Churchill & Oxford Airport

    · 40 min · S7 E4 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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...…

  33. Corfu, Old Friends & Old Flames

    · 43 min · S7 E3 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 21 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  35. Hoof Trimming, Teen Holidays & A Swedish Office Debacle

    · 36 min · S7 E2 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 37 min · S7 E1 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 23 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 45 min · S6 E15 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 17 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  41. Dietary Requirements, Playing A Character & 'Rawdogging'

    · 43 min · S6 E14 · Explicit

    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?…

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

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  43. Doppelgängers, Hot Wax & Fatherhood with My Father

    · 39 min · S6 E13 · Explicit

    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…

  44. LIFE LESSONS: "Always keep the receipt!"

    · 19 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  45. A Wedding Dress, A 'SCUDL' & Throop

    · 40 min · S6 E12 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 17 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

  47. Pimple Popping, Artificial Intelligence & Shakespeare

    · 38 min · S6 E11 · Explicit

    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…

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

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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,…

  49. A Sewing Machine, An Organ & Seven Miles To Bermondsey

    · 37 min · S6 E10 · Explicit

    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,…

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

    · 20 min · Bonus · Explicit

    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…

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