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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
- The Wittering Whitehalls
LIFE LESSONS: "Draw the battle lines early."
It's true to say that the DL's are a fabulous bunch, across a huge variety of age categories. Apparently, the Witterings of the Whitehalls appeal to…
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The Ick, Toddler Tantrums & A Tricky Wedding Situation
Stop what you're doing folks... Michael Whitehall is about to learn what "the ick" is. Plus, never mind the 'terrible twos,' it's the 'thunderous threes' that…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Make sure you've got a boxset downloaded."
This week, an anonymous emailer needs advice on how to get through a holiday with their boyfriend's family in very close quarters. The Whitehalls are on hand…
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Tellings Off, Bad Influences & Ghostly Images
Have you ever seen Elvis in a piece of toast? Perhaps you glimpsed John Lennon in a patch of damp? This week, an emailer brings news of Margaret Thatcher on an…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Get the first few rounds..."
It's an A-lister heavy anecdote type of week this week... Get ready for some big name drops... Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your questions…
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Pantomimes, Adrenaline Junkies & Turning Into Your Parents
It's back to brilliant, business as usual for The Wittering Whitehalls this week. Three brilliant emails, answered in their inimitable style! You can email…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Get with the tech!"
Do you think Mr Whitehall is particularly at ease when it comes to using modern technology? This week, Mrs Whitehall explains why it's important for him to…
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Turin, Berlin, Los Angeles & Beyond...
Back again and this time, much sooner than usual! The Whitehalls are wasting no time in getting back into business following the Christmas break and they've an…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Be prepared!"
It's the final instalment for series 4, but the good news is that you don't have too long to wait! Once Christmas & New Year are out the way, The Wittering…
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Hidden Snacks, The Future & 'Would You Rather?' (with special guest James O'Brien!)
You've probably picked up on the fact that James O'Brien is a favourite at Whitehall Towers, so it's very exciting to have him on as a guest! Recorded at the…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Watch out for a trip... Or a fall..."
Whilst Mr & Mrs Whitehall have spent the last couple of weeks on their travels, they've learned a few lessons, as we all do. This week, we learn why it's…
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Gloomy Weather, Accents & Star Wars
It's the first time that you're joining Mr & Mrs Whitehall somewhere other than Whitehall Towers! Find out why they're in California and what's new. Business…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Avoid committees at all costs."
This week, it's committees in the line of fire. Lots of people sitting around a table, speaking in a very odd, formal way, all in the name of getting nowhere…
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Meeting Your Heroes, Leaving The Children & Sitting In A Van...
Imagine a podcast recording that starts just after some slightly testy, marital bickering... It's THIS podcast! Mrs Whitehall has been driven thoroughly up the…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Try and make time for a date night."
The Whitehalls get into all sorts of unexpected areas in this weeks bonus episode. Get ready for picnics, a cosy night in and even some 'role play'! Make sure…
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Announcements, Photography & The Singing Telegram
Mrs Whitehall is nursing a nasty wasp sting this week, but it doesn't get in the way of proceedings at all! There's plenty to get into, including supermarket…
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LIFE LESSONS: "A trio of soups."
We all love a good recipe tutorial from The Whitehalls! It's time to take your soup game to the next level and find out why Mr Whitehall is always moving…
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Handkerchieves, Breakfast & Dress-Making Scissors
It's a giggly one this week, DL's. The sort of episode that starts in one direction and ends up completely derailed, upside down and on fire on a different…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Don't shut your mind off to making new friends."
We're all guilty of saying things like "I have enough friends" or "I don't like meeting new people", but this week, Mrs Whitehall is encouraging you to change…
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Fridge Magnets, Big Birthdays & Getting Caught Chatting
An Australian DL is in touch this week, pertaining to a very special fridge magnet collection. Plus, the best way to mark a milestone birthday, chatting in the…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Lending something? You need to lay out terms and conditions."
A wonderful email from Jim in Yorkshire throws the Whitehalls into the world of lending and loaning this week, whether it's ever a good idea and how to avoid…
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Managing Time, Childhood Genius & A Feline Listener
It's not just human DL's across the world who enjoy The Wittering Whitehalls! No, sir... The feline community are quite partial too. Plus, Mrs Whitehall's…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Never mind post-it notes... Leave them an instructional video!"
There's a beautiful email from an anonymous DL from the Cotswolds this week and as you know, it doesn't take much to get Mr & Mrs Whitehall wittering! Find out…
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Technical Mishaps, Underpants, & Continuity Errors
This week... A Gameboy, a pond, a holiday (somewhere) in Devon and a backpack... Enjoy! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to…
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LIFE LESSONS: "If you're dropping a pin... Make sure it's in the right location."
Who wants to have a guess whether or not Michael knows what 'dropping a pin' is? Cast your votes now and listen to find out! Make sure you're subscribed! You…
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American Food, Name Dropping & Captain B
It's time, once again, to gather at Whitehall Towers and see what's in store. This week, some faves from across the Atlantic, a great big name dropping story…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Just tell them, to f*** off."
There's a big rant incoming, but it's not from the side of the sofa that you'd usually expect... Mrs Whitehall is wound right up this week and all in the name…
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A Saucy Audition, A Whopper & "Extending All Courtesies"
Where to start? This week, an "anonymous old theatrical type" is in touch about a problematic job offer, Neil recounts his burger experience and Mr Whitehall…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Pop it in a houseplant..."
If you want the Wittering Whitehalls to go weird, they will happily go weird... This week, an email from a listener who was left something quite unusual in her…
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The Wedding Debrief, A Heavenly Voice & A Cashless Flight
It's been promised for a couple of weeks now, so here's the comprehensive look back at Barney's wedding in Portugal! It all went swimmingly, aside from the…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Try a dishwasher tab down the loo..."
Mrs Whitehall comes over all domestic today. Everything is covered, from stains, to dust, limescale, polish and more! Mr Whitehall, on the other hand, is a…
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A Free Bike, A Messy Neighbour & A Nightmare At Passport Control
You find Mr Whitehall in a particularly spiky mood this week and it ought to be said that Mrs Whitehall is only making it worse! Find out why a free bike is…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Hay fever sufferer? Try this..."
We can all agree, by now, that from time to time, Mrs Whitehall (and occasionally Mr Whitehall) can offer you a piece of life advice that will prove a game…
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FoMO, Small Talk & The Family Business
Another week, another crop of emails and another shocking admission from Mr Whitehall. Plus, the peaks and troughs of working with the family and the art of…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Always double check the invitation..."
How long do you reckon it takes to get from London to Birmingham? Whatever you do, don't trust Mr Whitehall's answer! Make sure you're subscribed! You can…
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Two Typewriters, A Great Grandfather & Some Hearing Aids...
This week, through chance alone, the emails are focussed on the more mature listener, but that isn't to say that there aren't some very daft moments along the…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Always take your phone into an unfamiliar loo..."
Now that The Wittering Whitehalls are back, it's time for the return of the Thursday Life Lessons! This week, Mr Whitehall tells a harrowing tale, which took…
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Keeping Cool, A Chiropody Tour & A Bottle For A Special Occasion
In these troubled times, it's a comfort to know that it's never too long before The Whitehalls are back for another series! Take your seat with Michael &…
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BONUS: End of Term Lego & A Gentlemanly Quiz (with special guest Nigel Havers!)
What an important life lesson this week... Do you have something in mind that you've always fancied trying? Give it a go! Make sure you're subscribed! You can…
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Chickens, Boats & Cast Mates (with special guest Nigel Havers!)
Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get the BONUS episodes every Thursday! The Wittering Whitehall's "Life Lessons" will educate, inform and delight…
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Coming This Monday...
In this little teaser, find out who Michael & Hilary's special guest is for the final episode of the series! Make sure you subscribe / follow so that you get…
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LIFE LESSONS: "You're never too old!"
What an important life lesson this week... Do you have something in mind that you've always fancied trying? Give it a go! Make sure you're subscribed! You can…
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Teachers, Homework & National Treasures!
Sometimes the emails just collate themselves into a pleasing order and this week is one of those weeks. A brace of education-related missives are followed by a…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Never give out people's contact details, without asking first!"
Confidentiality is very important and this week, Mr Whitehall has a story that demonstrates that very well! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your…
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Sour Scrambled Eggs, A Tattoo Ultimatum & A Jazzy Groom
You DL's certainly know how to wind up Mr Whitehall! The touchy issue of tattoos has come back again... Could this be the email that changes his mind? Make…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Always check the date..."
Picture this... You're going to a party, the hosts fling open the door and you present them with a lovely bottle of something and.... That's the last you ever…
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Baba Ghanoush, Bedroom Posters & A Trip To Sitges
Let's have a little guess, before you press play... Does Michael Whitehall, A) Know exactly what baba ghanoush is B) Has no idea what baba ghanoush is C) Saw…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Know the difference between a mneumonic, an acronym and an abbreviation..."
It's a topic especially close to Mr Whitehall's heart this week... Grammar. For a thorough run down on the common pitfalls, it's time to draft in The WW's…
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A Cellar Surprise, Heavy Flirtation & Relationship Revelations
In this episode, not only will you learn a lot about the Whitehalls, but Mr & Mrs Whitehall will learn a fair bit about each other, even after so many years…
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LIFE LESSONS: "If you're a perfectionist, be as collaborative as you can."
Sometimes, for various reasons, an episode of The Wittering Whitehalls goes off on a complete tangent... That's certainly true of today's episode, as Mrs…
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Email Etiquette, Cheese Snobbery & One of Those Weeks
You must have had one of those weeks before? This week, one of the DL's certainly has! Plus, cheese - soft, hard and in between and whether or not you should…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Be very selective about the WhatsApp groups you join..."
A cautionary tale from Mrs Whitehall about the pitfalls of partaking in your local social media groups! Make sure you're subscribed! You can email your…
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Favourite Flix, Dodgy Dinners & 'Good' Samaritans
This week, there's a call for Mr & Mrs Whitehall's go to blockbusters, with an effort to avoid the black and white classics! Plus, a trying husband, trying his…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Don't be embarrassed to ask for a doggy-bag."
We've all known Mr Whitehall to become heated and animated about a subject, but just wait until you hear Mrs Whitehall wind him up about asking for a doggy…
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Writing Books, Naming Names & Moving Abroad
Picture this... You've worked a job for six months and there's one person who keeps calling you completely the wrong name... What would you do?! Mr & Mrs…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Never go anywhere without a snack in your bag."
It's a real week of extremes! Following Jack & Roxy's happy news, the Whitehall's are very excited, but that doesn't stop Michael from launching into a fierce…
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Tea Parties, Crafts & Proposal Inspiration
Have you ever attended a tea party for dogs? Take a moment to guess whether this subject appealed more to Hilary, or Michael... Plus, it's time to get crafty…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Longevity in friendship is to be cherished."
It's time for something a bit different this week! Almost a week on from her experience on The Mall, Hilary is just about ready to tell you exactly how it all…
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Lovebirds, Staycations & Barbecues
It's one of those episodes that almost bursts at the seams! So many topics covered, including club membership, pet ownership, where to book a holiday and how…
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LIFE LESSONS: "Always check the pockets..."
We've all experienced it... That heart-in-mouth moment when you realise that you might have just sent something important for trip into the washing machine…