Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe S11 EP5: Olly Murs
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Aug 21, 2025 
Olly Murs, a talented singer, songwriter, and presenter, shares his parenting journey and the challenges of balancing family life with a successful music career. He humorously recounts the chaos of live performances mixed with the unpredictability of parenting, especially navigating from one to two children. The discussion dives into personal anecdotes about managing household clutter and the emotional complexities of family dynamics. Olly also reflects on his upcoming album while keeping the conversation light-hearted and relatable.
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Hydrate To Protect Your Voice
- Drink plenty of water to protect your voice and stamina when you perform.
- Olly Murs says he aims for about three to four litres a day and mostly drinks water.
Expecting Second Child During Tour
- Olly Murs has one child and another due in about five weeks while managing touring life.
- He jokes about needing more sleep and joked the water he drinks is actually vodka to explain fatherhood choices.
Use Work To Structure Postbaby Time
- Consider booking work (like tours) to create structured time away after a baby's birth.
- Olly says Gary Barlow advised him to 'book another tour' which helped manage family life and work.