Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe
Keep It Light Media / Spotify Studios
SummaryParenting Hell brings together comedians Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe for a hilarious and unflinchingly honest look at the messy, exhausting, and often absurd reality of raising children. Each episode serves as a sanctuary for parents who are just trying to keep their heads above water, proving that while they may not have all the answers, they certainly have plenty of funny stories to share. Whether they are dissecting the logistical nightmare of family holidays, navigating the bizarre social landscape of the school gates, or commiserating over the relentless cycle of sleep regression and tantrums, Rob and Josh offer a relatable space where no parenting fail is too small to mention. The show blends their signature observational comedy with candid guest interviews, featuring a rotating cast of comedians and public figures who open up about their own domestic triumphs and disasters. From the highs of watching their children reach new milestones to the lows of battling household appliances and travel mishaps, the conversation is consistently authentic. The hosts navigate the delicate balance of maintaining a high-profile career while being present at home, often finding the humor in their own inadequacy. It is a show for anyone who needs to laugh at the chaotic, unglamorous, and deeply rewarding experience of modern family life. If you want to feel a little less alone in the madness, Parenting Hell is your weekly dose of comedic solidarity.
Updated Apr 11, 2026
Episodes
S12 EP28: Emma Doran
Comedian Emma Doran joins to discuss the chaos of early motherhood, unexpected pregnancy, and balancing school exams.
S12 EP27: A Couple of Petrolheads
From heated car seats and dodgy train commutes to bizarre parenting tales, the boys navigate life's daily chaos.
S12 EP26: Jamie Laing
Jamie Laing opens up about life with a newborn, filming his new reality series, and the intensity of fatherhood.
S12 EP25: Who don't you like?
The hosts address the online rumors about their friendship, share chaotic stories from their weeks, and discuss parenting during the school holidays.
S12 EP24: Chantel Nash
Comedian Chantel Nash shares the realities of raising her kids in the world of professional child modeling and boxing.
S12 EP23: The One Where Rob Poops The Bed
The hosts navigate awkward school run assemblies, East London venting, and unexpected interactions with Hollywood stars.
S12 EP22: Lauren Laverne
S12 EP21: What is this life?
Between juggling filming abroad and parenting mishaps, the chaos of daily life takes center stage.
S12 EP20: Charlie Baker (The Return)
S12 EP19: Tom Rosenthal
S12 EP18: Kamille
S12 EP17: Josh has a caffeinated tea by mistake
Josh recounts the stress of a skiing holiday after accidentally drinking caffeinated tea and feeling like a wreck.
S12 EP16: Tom Davis (The Return)
Tom Davis stops by to discuss the chaotic joys of toddler life, the reality of new touring, and golfing obsessions.
S12 EP15: Instinct Takes Over
S12 EP14: Seann Walsh
S12 EP13: Anti-Valentines: Playground Sha*gers (Part 4)
S12 EP12: Lou Beckett (The Return)
S12 EP11: A Kitten Update
S12 EP10: Ray Bradshaw
S12 EP9: That's bad podcasting
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