Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe S11 EP34: A Buffer Free Life
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Dec 9, 2025 Join Rob and Josh as they dive into the chaotic world of parenting! They hilariously debate the stress of school pickups and the need for buffer time. Listen in as they share funny stories about costumes at children's birthday parties and the challenges of family life on tour. The hosts reflect on the struggle to maintain friendships while on the road and the awkward hotel routines post-gig. Plus, hear about a delightful letter to Netflix from Rob’s daughter, adding some festive cheer to their conversation!
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Buffering Life: Balance Not Extremes
- Josh and Rob debate living with or without a "buffer" and find a middle ground: some buffer is useful but life often lacks it.
- They connect buffer choices to parenting stress and tour schedules, revealing lifestyle trade-offs.
Train Buffer Wins The Morning
- Josh recounts taking a 9:12 train, arriving with plenty of time before a 1pm recording and enjoying deliberate buffer for travel mishaps.
- He contrasts this with colleagues who take no buffer and risk stress when things go wrong.
Name A Realistic Position To End Bargains
- Consider setting realistic positions when negotiating to force honest offers, as American sports tactics do.
- Aim to state the most realistic price to draw negotiations toward a sensible middle.