Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

S12 EP3: The Wheels Have Come Off

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Jan 13, 2026
This week, the hosts dive into Josh's anxiety over his upcoming cover shoot for Runners Weekly, navigating Couch to 5K struggles and running gear. They share amusing tech hiccups, discuss their TikTok messaging blunders, and recount chaotic parenting moments, including scooters and bedtime battles. Josh humorously reveals his makeshift bed situation during renovations while Rob shares Beatles trivia. Their light-hearted reflections on parenting, fitness goals, and podcasting life keep the conversation entertaining and relatable!
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ANECDOTE

Unexpected Runner's World Cover

  • Rob agreed to a Runner's World cover shoot and then panicked when informed it's a front-cover mid-January photo session.
  • He narrates preparing with Couch to 5K and worries about looking fit for a fitness magazine.
ADVICE

Choose Hybrid For Mixed Driving Needs

  • Rob advises getting a hybrid if you need one car for long trips to avoid charging hassles and range anxiety.
  • He suggests using an electric runabout for local errands but a petrol/hybrid for touring commitments.
ANECDOTE

Awkward DM To Cat Burns

  • Rob embarrassingly DM'd singer Cat Burns, sending an unfinished message praising her to a non-following account.
  • The second attempt reached her and she replied with friendly curiosity about his kids.
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