Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe S11 EP7: Zoe Ball
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Aug 28, 2025 
Zoe Ball, a renowned British broadcaster and the host of the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show, joins the conversation to share her candid parenting experiences. They dive into the chaos of family life, with humorous tales of cereal dinners and the balance of adulthood. Zoe reflects on navigating motherhood, exploring the evolving dynamics with her children and the bittersweet independence of teenagers. The trio also discusses lighthearted topics like chub rub and men’s underwear, blending laughter with relatable insights about relationships and the parenting journey.
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Born Into The Rave Life
- Zoe Ball had Woody at 30 while she was working heavily in radio and TV.
- She describes him as a wild 'rave monkey' born into a chaotic music life that shaped his path.
Seeing Woody DJ At Glastonbury
- Zoe describes the first time she saw Woody DJ at Glastonbury and cried with pride.
- She says he had 'the magic' and moved even the family member who never cries.
Quitting Breakfast For The School Run
- Zoe says she gave up the Radio 2 breakfast show to do Nell's school run and support her during GCSE year.
- She values being present for her teenage daughter and now enjoys the school-run routine.