Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand - Jacinda Ardern. You can buy Jacinda's brilliant new book 'A Kind of Power' HERE About the book: From the former prime minister of New Zealand, the world’s youngest female head of government and just the second world leader to have a baby whilst in office, comes a deeply personal memoir chronicling her extraordinary rise and offering inspiration to a new generation of leaders.Jacinda found out the news that she was pregnant with her first baby right before taking office in 2017, then had to announce this whilst new to her role as Prime Minister, and took just six weeks maternity leave. On her return, she had to just make it work - juggling sleepless nights and having a small office room converted into a nursery in New Zealand's official government building, The Beehive.  Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠⁠  Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian, writer and actress - ⁠Suzi Ruffell. You can order Suzi's brilliant new book 'Am I Having Fun Now? - Anxiety, Applause and Life’s Big Questions, Answered' HERE You can listen to Suzi's first appearance on Parenting Hell HERE Tour dates and tickets to her new stand-up tour 'The Juggle' HERE You can watch her last stand-up special 'Snappy' on Youtube - HERE And her brilliant podcasts Like Minded Friends and Out with Suzi Ruffell. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠⁠@parentinghell⁠⁠  Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... with a load of your listener correspondence and emails in this ep, including our new favourite feature 'other parent wan*ers'. If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available free everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please follow and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian - George Egg. You can order George's brilliant new book 'Snack Hacker' HERE And you can find all the info and tickets for any live stand-up tour dates, as well as his podcast 'Stuffed!' HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: ⁠@parentinghell⁠  Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... In this episode Rob discusses his Lilo & Stitch hosting experience, scary helicopter rides and a dog diarrhea disaster... and we got through some of your emails and if you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available free everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please follow and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com (N) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant comedian, writer and friend - Ivo Graham. Ivo's fantastic new book 'Yardsticks for Failure' is available to buy now HERE And you can find the info and tickets for any live stand-up tour dates, as well as his fantastic theatre show 'Carousel' HERE Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please subscribe and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk Follow us on instagram: @parentinghell  Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠ A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More misadventures in parenting, life, and beyond with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe... In this episode the lads discuss the eternal battle of the work / life balance and how impossible it is to get right for any parent no matter their circumstances. Please follow and leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show with any correspondence, kids intro audio clips, small business shout outs, and more.... here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available free everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. MAILING LIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the mailing list to be first to hear about live show dates and tickets, Parenting Hell merch and any other exciting news... A 'Keep It Light Media' Production  Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlie Brooker, writer and creator of Black Mirror, joins the conversation to share his thoughts on parenting in the digital era. He humorously navigates the pressures of academic ambition for children and reflects on evolving entertainment dynamics. The discussion dips into the emotional resonance of 'The Snowman' musical, revealing how parenthood affects storytelling perspectives. They also tackle the challenges of balancing technology and parenting, all while exploring the lighter side of pet ownership and the complexities that come with it.

In this lively chat, Lou and Rose bring a witty rebuttal to earlier comments, igniting a fun debate. Josh hilariously navigates his son's chaotic birthday party while sharing amusing tales from a school quiz. The hosts tackle the quirks of parenthood, including the challenges of cycling with kids and the joy of unconventional birthday celebrations. They also explore the theme of masculinity with a lighthearted twist, blending humor with relatable parenting experiences. With plenty of laughs and community shout-outs, it's a delightful mix of parenting truths.

Dive into the hilariously chaotic world of parenting, where the hosts discuss nostalgic music memories and playful family hotel tales. They also reveal the competitive nature of school achievements, addressing the absurdity of parent WhatsApp groups. Enjoy amusing anecdotes about British expats and the comical complexities of names. There's plenty of laughter around spontaneous parenting moments and the pressures of extracurriculars, reminding all parents that they are not alone in their struggles.