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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…
Episodes
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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!…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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!…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Sexist Remarks, Solving A Mystery & Dating In DC
This week, a DL is compelled to write in her kind thoughts on a previous DL's email and there's a 40 year old mystery to solve, involving a lamp post in…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Sit down and shut the f*** up."
Mr Whitehall quite effectively distills the life lesson down this week, into one easily remembered phrase. So, what should you do Make sure you're subscribed!…
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American Tourists, Celebrity Products & Retro Toys (with special guests Woody Harrelson & Laura Louie!)
Well, this is a bit of a surprise... A mid-series appearance from a pair of BIG guests! Woody Harrelson and his lovely wife Laura join Michael and Hilary for…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Join The National Trust... For Uncle Neil."
It's always nice to get Neil on the phone and that's exactly what's happening this week. As it turns out, he's uniquely qualified to answer this weeks email!…
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National Service, Running A Pub & Motorway Services
This week, a member of the armed forces asks about Mr Whitehall's military life (or lack thereof), a landlord tells the story of how he made his dream a…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Let people know they're in your thoughts."
It's another hand written letter this week. It's lovely to keep in touch, by whatever means, because it reminds people that you're thinking of them, even if…
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Winston, Alternative Medicine & A Lovely Update
This week, a DL has a BIG question about Winston... What will become of him!? Plus, complimentary and alternative medicine and an encouraging update from a DL…