Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe's Parenting Hell

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Parenting... just not as you know it.Join Rob & Josh twice a week as they share their tales of parenting woe and chat to celebrity parents about how they're coping, or not coping. Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere - new episodes are available on Tuesdays and Fridays every week. 

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  • PNWsynchro
    Best podcast
    I look forward to this podcast 2x a week. I am an American and Josh and Rob are getting me through life with laughs.
  • Soujiya2
    Comfort listening
    I started listening late and although (or because) I don’t have children it’s mostly a joy to listen to. All the comedian’s episodes are great and the ranting episodes but especially loved Miles Jupp. Have always liked both Rob and Josh but almost lost my mind with frustration when Josh still hadn’t bought a kettle a year later.
  • Nlwildi
    Love!!
    Listening from the states look forward to every show
  • bertieroc
    Thanks !
    Having moved to LA at Christmas to be near adult children and adorable grandchildren , I still listen and am so happy to hear your banter . Stiff necked or loose , the chats , laughter and tales of your parenting and everyday lives are so good to hear . British humour at it’s best . Trials and tribulations ( putting up a trampoline , cloned number plates , wives away and hot radiators etc ) are ,in that British tradition , comedy gifts to great comics like you two. Long May you continue podcasting , doing standup , TV and living your normal , happy family lives . All the best , Jo Rocos
  • Ukkrb
    Overwhelmingly awesome but …
    I am in the States and have been a listener from the very beginning and have loved the banter with Rob and Josh and the trials and tribulations over the last 4 years and the fun interviews. I guess it is inevitable that the Friday “celebrity interviews” are harder and harder to get but some of the most recent choices seemed forced by a third party (I hope!) and seemed awkward and uninteresting … I have some neighbors that have a more interesting life with their children! Might be summer difficulties in getting people but, if they don’t even have a Wikipedia page, if feels like a reach. Stay sexy and relatable … we love you in the States!!!
  • _ebh_
    A must for parents
    A good laugh amid relatable takes on parenting.
  • hectorvonbird
    Lovin it in Colorado
    I found this podcast about 6 months ago and have started from the beginning I have a grown up kid but still can relate to the situations you find yourselves in Thanks so much for the giggles whilst walking my dogs Stay sexy and relatable Theresa
  • tropicalneeds
    Cringe
    I’ll give this podcast five stars once Rob stops saying “partner”. It low-key ruins every episode. 🤢
  • heartbreaking and real
    Good show but PLEASE STOP EATING ON THE RECORD
    Love this show, but josh clearly eating is so so so gross- please stop!
  • savage2020!
    Not so sleepless in Seattle
    Great show, look forward to it every week.. brings me the British comedy humor I miss and reminds me of when my kids were younger and the issues and funny things that happen. Laugh out loud funny, thanks for keeping it sexy and relatable.. just so you know it doesn’t get easier 😜
  • crazymathgirl
    Why?!
    Why don’t you guys have a bigger presence in the US??? I blame publicity because I find you guys delightful. And sexy and relatable. 🤫
  • wickerparkwears
    I always have time for a laugh
    This is been a clear winner during a terrible time. Even though my kids are grown, walking down memory lane and laughing with Rob and Josh is a pleasure
  • Richwill121
    It’s a good podcast
    I’ve been listening for a while and I like both Rob and Josh but for goodness sake stop advertising. Frank Skinner is my comedy god and obviously you are next gen but he never promotes on his radio show/podcast. I think you should learn from it. I discovered this podcast a few months ago so been working through and it is generally enjoyable but this new thrust of book promotion and content about your wives ‘having their say’ is fairly nauseating. Smacks of desperation and not trusting in your product and longevity. It’s ok to say no guys. Thanks!
  • Rach77M
    Literally life saving….
    ….throughout lockdown and beyond, you have no idea how instrumental this podcast has been in saving my sanity and my life! We moved from the U.K. across the Atlantic to the US with our 1yr old and 3yr old just before the world shut down and your twice weekly dose of realism, humour and brutal honesty in the face of almost solo parenting (thanks to my medic husband’s job ‘on the front line’🙄) has truly kept me going when I very easily could have sunk! Never stop being so sexy and relatable!!
  • Jen @ GoDiaperFree
    Just brilliant
    Such a great show! Hysterical. Real. Honest. Educational. Funny. Can you get any better? Parenting is a crazy journey--sometimes amazing... sometimes hellish and these guys are here for it all! Love hearing their stories and also the variety of guests they bring on!
  • ruben aya
    I binge this daily
    Just started listening to this show Absolutely love it Has it all some knowledge and a whole lot of funny
  • J-Gru
    Can listen to these guys all day
    As a childless American, this podcast is not aimed for me but boy do I love it. I don’t know who nearly any of the guests are but they’re all great and I regularly laugh out loud. Love these guys!
  • Jessmtwin
    Thank you Rob and Josh!
    I’m so thankful for this podcast! I’ve been listening to back episodes since I’ve gone back to work after maternity leave a few months back. I actually look forward to my 45 min commute. These guys are like my buds now. They can do no wrong.
  • Aasterisk17
    Sexiest. Podcast. Ever.
    These guys are hilarious and sweet. I love to listen to them from sunny Southern California, especially the parts where they struggle through bad weather, laughing and joking about holidays, new pets, and raising young children amidst the madness of lockdown. I love it because I’m a parent of teenage twins, and a much older daughter who’s married, and I’m also a nan to a sweet little granddaughter! Nans don’t have to do the hard part of parenting anymore, though it is nice to reminisce about those days safely from the rearview mirror of Josh & Rob’s ‘trials and tribulations’ of parenthood. Give these guys a listen, you’ll be hooked.
  • Liz from Seattle
    Child free but love the podcast!
    I started listening in lockdown as a mental health touch point - other people have it worse than me. To everyone who successfully navigated lockdown(s) with kids - you are amazing. I got a dog during the pandemic (not a whippet), so I started listening to more podcasts while walking, and discovered this early on. My favorite episodes are when they have couples on separate episodes, and hear some different perspectives. I liked hearing more about real struggles people have…. And how hectic households can get. I’m now that crazy dog lady walking in the rain (I live in Seattle…. It rains a lot) laughing out loud at random. I also wear AirPods and keep a rain hood up, so it REALLY just looks like I’m laughing at myself. I have a really loud laugh. It’s really noticeable. I’m slight embarrassed about how loudly I laugh to myself while listening. Great show! Keep the content coming!
  • A Scot living in Texas
    Always making me laugh!
    Rob & Josh you guys are the best! As a mum of three children you both are so refreshing and so bloody funny! I have introduced you both to my Texan friends and they love you even though they struggle to understand Rob sometimes! Keep being great. Love from Texas! 🇺🇸
  • Jaya1496
    Best podcast ever
    I don’t even have children and this is probably my most favorite podcast. Rob and Josh are so funny and it brings me so much joy. Thanks lads for putting this into the universe.
  • Kacki
    Rob & Josh keep you laughing when some days you want to cry
    I am a British comedy fanatic from the US and love to consume any content from my favorite comedians (including a parenting podcast when I don’t have any children). Rob & Josh are not only funny but honest about the reality of parenthood. They live fairly grounded lives (also have amazing guests that help give a diverse perspective on parenthood.
  • Officially KaliK
    Fun look into parents at the worst time possible
    I wish I would’ve found this podcast sooner. Josh & Rob brighten my day with hilarity. Their stories of parenthood both crack me up & slightly terrify me. I have to say I’m taking more delight in being single & childless after listening to this. Thank you for making me feel better about being solo during the pandemic & providing advice for when I 1 day possibly have kids.
  • NotARelative
    Too Bad it’s Gone
    They didn’t have to lie about “the best of” episodes while on “hiatus,” it was a creepy way to quit the podcast.
  • tiffintx
    Entertaining
    I love this podcast. I could listen to Rob and Josh banter all day. The stories they tell make me laugh out loud. The small business shoutouts and reading Instagram comments are brilliant.
  • The big guy 16
    Not a parent but still love it
    I listen to this podcast religiously and it is one of my podcast highlights of the week! They get so much content out and I love the less formal interview on a Tuesday and then the interview on the Friday.
  • Redtop-2000
    Literally saved my mental health
    This is the most brilliant podcast ever. As an anxiety ridden parent who constantly had parenting fails surrounded by parents that just seemed to love it and genuinely wanted to do crafts with their children this has been a lifeline. I think this should be prescribed to all soon to be parents and would save the nation.
  • Dee Mai
    On my second round
    I am in my car a lot and I am now on my second round of listening to your podcast. I am laughing just as hard, if not more than, the first time. It is obvious how much you enjoy each other’s company and humor. I feel like I am hanging out with friends!! Or mates as you would say. A massive cheers to you from the US. Thank you for making my drives seem shorter.
  • Van Wagner
    Thank you thank you thank you!
    I am Ron living in Pasadena, California. That is, living, as well as any of us through this pandemic. It is difficult for me to tell you how much I enjoy listening to your 'Parenting" podcast. I have no children but I have a dog that once was a puppy and I have been so directed in my activities by my good friend, pup, that it has been much like a new born child. You both mention so many issues that I have been through with my West Highland White Terrier that I find myself in stitches listening to the two of you go on. I an hysterical listening to you and your guests (love Daisy Mae Cooper). Brilliant interviews and you bring out the best of your chosen guests. I am basically without words to describe how much I look forward to just hearing your voices, and Rob's crazy laugh and logic. Well a good sign of my gratitude is my putting too much into this review - I shall stop babbling. I love you both and all of the members of your families. Oh, one more, I have listened to all of your podcasts at least a minimun of 2-3 times. Do I need help? Thanks; Ron
  • JennySok
    Not a parent, but always looking forward for this pod to drop!
    I love hearing these two friends talk about their parenting situations. So funny. The honesty of their guests is appreciated too! There’s so many good guests I can’t name a favorite!
  • Eccentricmoon
    American parent
    Great fan of Rob and Josh a great source of laughter
  • MackL!
    Not a parent
    Love your comedy so now I am listening to podcast about “parenting” and I do not have kids.
  • incredulousdoctor
    Love the tangents
    Parenting is funny, and that’s great, but I’d love more tangents. Everyone on’s had an interesting life besides their parenting, and I’d love to hear about it all!
  • Maya the hound dog.
    These guys are Hilarious with a capital H
    I came across this podcast after a recommendation from another one I’d been listening to. Having lived in East London for the first 21 years of my life Rob and Josh remind me why English and particularly Rob’s, London humor is the best in the world. I’m now living in the USA and have a newborn Grandson. Listen to this Podcast if you have kids or even if you don’t! These two are just funny!!
  • Natterjacktoad
    Hilarious
    Love this podcast. Made me laugh so much I cried.
  • murrayhannon
    Love!
    I’ve been listening to the podcast for months, but I was particularly inspired to write a review today. The reason being, I laughed so hard when Rob said Josh is laying in bed with his jeans on that I shot coffee out of my nose. I can’t give a more raving review than that.
  • PCC1107
    Laugh out loud
    Although my son is 18 and I’m in the USA, I can still relate to Josh and Rob and the saga of raising their children! Great format and fantastic guests! I always learn something new and unexpected about each guest.
  • sophia_chan
    Two comedians talk about how their children are driving them insane
    I don’t have kids, but I find this podcast really funny. They release two podcasts per week: the first one is an interview with a celeb who has a kid and the second pod is just a chat between Rob and Josh. I didn’t think I’d get through all the episodes but they made me laugh so much, and now they’re something I look forward to every week!
  • MILANtoMINSK
    OBSESSED
    Before i found this podcast, I could count the number of belly laughs I’d had on one hand. Now I need to use my fingers, toes, and my kids’ fingers and toes. So funny, but also with poignant moments and educational moments, too (I’ve gotten a couple of really good tips, even if incidentally). Even if you don’t know the celebrity guests (if you’re an American, it’s likely you won’t recognize any) it honestly doesn’t matter. Rob and Josh have such good chemistry as cohosts and play perfectly off of each other’s humor. 5 enthusiastic stars.
  • Needer of light
    Makes me grateful I have no children
    What a laugh! This is such a great podcast. I hope they continue it long after the pandemic. P.S. We’re still very much in lockdown in the U.S. so it would be fun if they had more American comedians on. This podcast has really put my lockdown experience into perspective. I’m so glad I don’t have kids (yet?).
  • SgtAngua
    Perfect Vibes
    Love this podcast, it’s never dry or boring!! I love hearing about everyone’s different experiences with parenting, and it ALWAYS cracks me up. I haven’t been disappointed by an episode yet!
  • annie1942gpw
    Love from the Colonies!
    I eagerly await new podcasts each week. Love hearing all my favorite Brit comedians commiserate lockdown together. I can’t imagine lockdown with my 3 kids who Ed n they were young- twins and a spare 20 months apart! You’re doing great guys!
  • aleatoirefrancais
    One of my favorites!
    I get so excited when a new episode comes out. I’m not a parent or from the UK, but I love hearing Rob and Josh talk about ANYTHING. Absolutely hilarious!
  • heyahennifer
    Love!
    Such a hilarious podcast. Thank you so much for creating such content gold during this lockdown time. Have loved all the guests, and it would be amazing to hear Romesh Ranganathan on the show!
  • TexasTom85
    Keeping me sane!
    This podcast is so so funny and relatable
  • Niko'sHuman
    Consistently hilarious
    I’m not a parent or from the UK, but I love this show! Highlight of my week.
  • mpcs24
    Masks saving my life!
    I’m ever grateful for my mask in public as it stops me from looking like a crazy person while smiling and laughing to this amazing show! I’m not a parent but these two are among the best comedians talking about a never ending topic.
  • jackiebold
    Not a Parent But I Love It
    I'm not a parent - I'm a female senior citizen living in the US. So I'm probably not the intended demographic for this podcast, but I listen to all of them and I love them. Always good for a laugh.
  • Lydndalu
    Hilarious 😆
    My kids think i have lost the plot as i giggle away to myself relentlessly while listening to this podcast, headphones in and painting away , while they mangle themselves on Fortnite !
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