The Wittering Whitehalls
Michael and Hilary Whitehall invite listeners into their home to discuss a wide range of topics, from workouts and weddings to seaside towns and social media. They offer their combined life experiences and wisdom, often with rants, raves, and expletives. Listeners can email their questions or problems for the Whitehalls to consider and possibly help solve.
Episodes
LIFE LESSONS: "Just be nice to people in retail!"
How do we feel about keen sales staff? This weeks lesson is all about remembering to be patient and kind... They've got a job to do! That said, if you do get annoyed by this sort of thing, you might just be more of a MR Whitehall than a MRS Whitehall!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or, perhap
Stop it, Donald Trump...
Mrs Whitehall gets very nervous when Mr Whitehall winds himself up to start talking about politics... That's exactly what's happened this week and he is NOT holding back. Once that's dealt with, there's a lot of laughter and giddiness withThe Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or, perhaps you'd like
LIFE LESSONS: "Electric car owners need your help!"
You may or may not have access to an electric car. You may or may not WANT access. You also, may or may not have friends or relatives who have chosen an electric car. In any case, this episode may or may not answer some of the questions you have. Is it right to turn up at someone's house and just EXPECT a charge? We'll see...The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your que
A DL Party on hottest day of the year...
We did it! It happened! DL Sally from Melbourne came to London and we threw a party in her honour!! In other news, Mrs Whitehall’s morning bike ride down the King's Road ended dramatically - and Mr Whitehall is ready to track down the white van man responsible and handle things the old-fashioned way.The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or proble
LIFE LESSONS: "Doom scrolling? Here's what you need..."
The DL's are nothing if not diligent and this week, one particular DL is in touch with a life lesson of their very own and you might well want to try this for yourself! Meanwhile, little Nigel continues to disrupt proceedings, but he's so cute you'll forgive him!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com
My landlord is moving in next door... HELP!
There's almost nothing that The Wittering Whitehalls can't help you with... But how on Earth can they help a listener whose landlord is about to become their neighbour! Plus, Mr Whitehall has a rant about lyricists (sorry lyricists!) and Nigel the puppy continues to cause chaos!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhit
LIFE LESSONS: "Hairspray has MANY uses."
As a Dear Listener of The Wittering Whitehalls, you MUST love a household item hack... If you don't, you're about to learn a few, regardless. Grease spots? GONE. Ink stains? NO PROBLEM! Plus, an update on how it's all going with little Nigel!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or, perhaps you'd l
Some sad news...
TRIGGER WARNING: Today's episode deals with the loss of a family pet.There's a lot to take in today. Firstly, The Wittering Whitehalls are back, which is FAB! Unfortunately they've got some sad news to share with you, but that has led to a chain reaction and something more positive as a result. Light and shade! Plus, the thorny issue of family resemblance and heroic deeds in the name of love!The W
The Inaugural DL Do!
Would you like to join Mr & Mrs Whitehall for a LIVE podcast record? Then why don't you?! On Tuesday 26th May at 6pm, you can join DL Sally from Melbourne's DL party at 21Soho in London. Be quick though... Tickets are very limited. You must be over 18 and terms & conditions apply. You can read them here: https://global.com/wittering-whitehalls-terms-and-conditions/Doors will open at 5pm, f
LIFE LESSONS: "Paint it black!" (with special guest Dr Oscar Duke!)
So, for the final outing of series 11, Dr Oscar Duke is still on hand and still expertly answering your questions, wherever he can, between Mr Whitehall's rants and raves. In case you happen to need it, there's PLENTY of advice in this episode to help get rid of those nasty warts...The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWittering
Amsterdam Studies, Red Wine & Lying (with special guest Dr Oscar Duke!)
It’s that time of the series already! Mr & Mrs Whitehall are thrilled to welcome Dr Oscar Duke onto the blue sofa at Whitehall Towers to put your questions to him (not to mention some of their own). Is red wine good or bad? How much stress is too much? We might actually learn something!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheW
LIFE LESSONS: "Get a professional."
Mrs Whitehall is all for you going and learning something new, but if you fancy fitting new brakes to your car and you haven't got a CLUE what you're doing, think again. Mr Whitehall agrees, not least because there's no way he'd give anything like this a go. Ever.The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.co
Jack's Wedding, The Jumbo Jet & Still Teaching At 90
In any relationship, you’re going to find that recollections vary when it comes to telling a good story… When you’ve been married for 40 years, there can be huge gaps in the combined memory and the story is different every time! This week: Great appreciation for the engineering of the 20th century and a monk who’s apparently been teaching since the 1950s!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Produc
LIFE LESSONS: "Get it done."
There's an air of chaos and urgency at Whitehall Towers and it all feeds into this weeks Life Lesson. How good are you at completing tasks? Do you procrastinate or face it head on? Mrs Whitehall has some advice, though she doesn't necessarily heed it herself.The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or
Ruby, Ruby, Ruby!
Mrs Whitehall has gone on about the ruby for ALMOST as long as she went on about meeting Jamie Vardy.... But, has it happened? Did Mr Whitehall do good?! Plus... Why turning 30 is GREAT and what to do if you've got (naughty) noisy neighbours... How embarrassing!The Wittering Whitehalls is a Global Production.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱
LIFE LESSONS: "Let them find their own way."
We're at the school gates and things are getting awkward for this weeks DL... It's one thing dealing with kids, but how are you supposed to deal with their parents?!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and a
Andrew Castle, All Inclusive Value & Owning Up
Mr & Mrs Whitehall met Andrew Castle this week and apparently Mrs Whitehall was a BIG fan. Plus, what to do in an incredibly embarrassing situation and why an all inclusive holiday can be made stressful.✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +4477121472
LIFE LESSONS: "Believe in yourself!"
You'll NEVER guess who used to own Whitehall Towers... How has this only just come out now?! Play a game with yourself and have a guess before you listen. This week, a DL needs pepping up for a new job... You can do it!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447
The Boat Race, Social Intricacies & The Ultimate Pub Quiz Team
It's true to say that Mr & Mrs Whitehall are not, traditionally, 'pub people', but if they were called upon to form a pub quiz team, who would get the nod?! Plus, a moderate-to-large rant about the Thames rowers at this time of year...✉️ You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.com📱 Or, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why n
LIFE LESSONS: "You can't leave a clock unwound."
Amongst Mr Whitehall's many interests, he has a bit of a thing for clocks. Mrs Whitehall isn't fussed either way, but she knows a thing or two about another topic in this weeks bonus and that's collecting randoms... She has an ever-growing list!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why
Vicar Embarrassment, Farm Shops & Parenting In Seattle
The Wittering Whitehalls, still at the BBH (Banbury Bolthole) come to you with another romp through the emails inbox. Have you ever embarrassed yourself in front of a vicar? Have you ever considered becoming a Monk? Michael Whitehall has...You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?!
LIFE LESSONS: "The G.O.A.T snack."
FIRST THINGS FIRST: Misophonia sufferers, beware... This episode contains crisp crunching. Secondly, you'll never guess where Mr Whitehalls sensible weight gaining journey has taken him now!!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contai
Spirits, Marital Matching & Brazilian Jazz
Mr Whitehall receives an invitation from a DL this week, but will he accept? Meanwhile, Mrs Whitehall considers whether or not she'd like contact from the other side.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and
LIFE LESSONS: "Always travel with a pen and a post-it note."
This weeks bonus episode is frothing with very exciting ideas and it's not short on advice either... What are your unexpected must-haves?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be
A DL Meetup, Opening Post & RUBIES!
What is the traditional gift for a 40th wedding anniversary? If you didn't already know, this episode will tell you in no uncertain terms: It's RUBIES. Plus, a wonderful idea inspired by DL Sally in Melbourne and an eagle-eyed DL who wants answers.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? W
LIFE LESSONS: "Say it with a smile."
Because The Wittering Whitehalls has been trucking on for so long, there are lots of well-established traditions that we all love. This week, it's one of those "Mr Whitehall becomes exasperated reading a particularly long email" times. You've got to love those.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or
The Brits, Emus & Lumpy Downloads
Mrs Whitehall made the MOST of the Brits the other week... Sadly, Mr Whitehall had other plans which involved staying at home and most definitely, not going to the Brits. Plus, what really happened at the emu farm and why might your podcasts gone a bit lumpy?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Vo
LIFE LESSONS: "Need to be productive? Get in the bath."
Do you have a bath? Could you gain access to a bath if not? Mrs Whitehall says that if you need a to have a good think, you can't beat a nice hot soak. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes t
Goody Two Shoes, Stubbornness & Favourite Weird Smells
It's a packed one this week, DL's. The mail bag at Whitehall Towers was brimming with thoughts, feelings and stories, from class clowning, to an older gentleman who will NOT be told.... So it's not just Mr Whitehall.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712
LIFE LESSONS: "Give them the WRONG time..."
Do you deal with persistent latecomers? Mrs Whitehall has PLENTY of experience in this area with a certain someone who you might have heard of...You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may
Upgrades, Inheritance & Bearing A Grudge
Another week and another surfeit of emails, with a surprise guest out of the blue! How might you get an upgrade on a flight, do you hold any grudges and which TV show would you live in, if you had to?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episo
LIFE LESSONS: "Keep a spare key... Somewhere..."
This week, DL Joel has a right old tale to tell! What a situation he found himself in!!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.
PJ's In Public, Spring Break & Housework Dancing
All DL's are going to have ideas about what makes a 'classic' WW's episode, but surely any time Mr Whitehall is bursting into song (more than once) has got to be a good bet? This week... A DL who wonders why people aren't getting dressed to go out, some top drawer sightseeing recommendations and a bit of a dance around the house.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhi
LIFE LESSONS: "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth."
We've all heard Mrs Whitehall's tips on keeping this and that in the fridge to use again... A smidge of this and a dollop of that... Well, this week's DL has a Mother who does exactly that, but are the lengths she goes to worth it?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send the
Fasting, Fixing & Superstition
Do you ever sit and watch or listen to The Wittering Whitehalls, thinking "I wonder what, exactly, Mr Whitehall is reading at the moment." Has that ever cropped up? Whether it has or not, Mr Whitehall has taken it upon himself to tell you this week... It's no fewer than FOUR books. Once that's out the way, it's time for a fasting diet, a bit of bodging together and the answer to the question "what
LIFE LESSONS: “Break it down into manageable chunks.”
Every DL email (or WhatsApp!) that comes into the inbox is a treat and keeps the Whitehalls wittering, but sometimes a DL goes over and above with detail and effort… That’s exactly what DL Ray has done here. Fair play, Ray. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to
Bulldozing, Transparent Facilities & Red Trousers
You surely know them... The red trouser brigade? Maybe you're one of them! This week, a DL needs help with their presumptuous brother and the Whitehalls give their thoughts on a loo with a glass door.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episo
LIFE LESSONS: "Don't start too early..."
As we go through life, we're sometimes compelled to get shot of everything and start again... This week, a DL has questions about her Mother, who seems intent on giving everything away!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains exp
Words of The Year, Madeira Mystery & Replaced by The Dog
Hopefully the wait wasn't too long... The Wittering Whitehalls are back on the airwaves and it's time to hit the ground running in 2026. A quick look back at the word of the year for 2025 and then it's off to Madeira and time to tackle an issue for grown up children... Is your parent's dog really more important than you?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@g
LIFE LESSONS: "Don't set yourself up to fail."
Having kept you company throughout the Christmas and New Year break, (if you got one, that is) Mr & Mrs Whitehall see out series 10 with some trademark advice. Worry not, however... They will be back on Monday 2nd February! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them i
Grumpy Moments, Snipey Comments & Big Sit Down Chats
2025 was a big year in the land of The Wittering Whitehalls... A tour? Done and dusted? 10 series’?!! You'd better believe it. They'll keep coming too, because before long, Mr & Mrs Whitehall will return with series 11!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to
LIFE LESSONS: "If in doubt, say nowt..."
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM WHITEHALL TOWERS! Wishing you a prosperous, healthy and fulfilling 2026 and thank you for being a DL! For the first episode of the year, Mr & Mrs Whitehall have some advice for a DL who is about to enter the Grandparent era of their life! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message o
Nodes, Thrift & More Nodes
This week is, somehow, all about nodes... You'll find out why. In the post-Christmas but pre-new-year fog, Mr & Mrs Whitehall convene to shine a light into the year ahead.You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit lang
Happy Christmas from Whitehall Towers!
What a treat! A Christmas Day special from Mr & Mrs Whitehall, straight from Whitehall Towers, to wherever you find yourself. Whatever you're doing and whether you have company or not, they're here! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This ep
Gliding, Skating & Christmassy Carpe Diem
Despite it being strongly against Mr Whitehall's wishes, this is a quite Christmas-heavy episode. 'Tis the season after all. Get ready for tinsel, mince pies, ice skating and sage advice for the time of year. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236T
LIFE LESSONS: "Never trust a bannister."
This week, a DL shares plans for their 30th birthday party, to gauge whether it'll be a hit or not... The bottom line? Do what you want! It's your birthday!! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult th
BARELY ALIVE IN SALFORD: "I s*x your body now?"
In the final date of The Wittering Whitehalls: Barely Alive 2025 tour, Michael & Hilary played to a sold out crowd at Salford's Quays Theatre. It was a lovely way to end the tour (for now) and the emails, stories and reactions were 10/10! You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why no
LIFE LESSONS: "We don't want AI art."
There's no doubting it... AI is here and it's only going to get bigger, in all of our lives. But what about the AI art scene? Is it a danger to real art? Almost certainly... We need to keep an eye on this!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This
BARELY ALIVE IN STOCKTON: "Chicken Parmo!?"
Back on the road, for the last couple of this particular tour - The Wittering Whitehalls found themselves in Stockton-on-Tees for a wonderful audience at The Globe. The questions are... "What's a chicken parmo?" "What generation does Michael really belong to?" and... "What happened that night at the hospital?"You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr,
LIFE LESSONS: "Elf on the Shelf? Try this..."
This week's email comes from a DL who sounds less than enthusiastic about the magic of Elf-on-the-shelf... Naturally, Mr Whitehall agrees completely, but is there some advice from the other end of the sofa? Of course there is!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in
Video Meetings, Honours & Trends
You might think Mr Whitehall is a man immune to following a trend... You'd be wrong! Plus, a strange online habit from a DL's boss and whether or not a knighthood changes someone...You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explici
LIFE LESSONS: "Go heavy on your condiments."
Mrs Whitehall is full of life lessons this week, to make up for the weeks where she's concerned she didn't explicitly deliver any. No danger of that here... JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice
BARELY ALIVE IN CREWE! "Absolute RUBBISH!"
As Mrs Whitehall is so keen to tell you, Crewe is a MAJOR junction in terms of rail travel in the UK... But they weren't just passing through. Mr & Mrs Whitehall took to the stage at The Lyceum for a wonderful evening which covered everything from proposals to breakups! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your question
LIFE LESSONS: "There's CCTV everywhere..."
Whilst the subject of this weeks email isn't at all funny, there was at least a bit of light in the darkness of it all. Flashers are apparently still an issue in 2025 and one that Mrs Whitehall herself has encountered. What's the matter with these people?!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or prob
BARELY ALIVE IN BRADFORD: "HOW MUCH!?"
In the second visit to Yorkshire on this tour, Mr & Mrs Whitehall got right into this Saturday night show, with a fantastic crowd. Expect unfortunate misunderstandings with kindly neighbours, a bucket list trawl and some coaching on the local dialect! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or prob
LIFE LESSONS: "Prolific is prolific."
It's not the first time Mr & Mrs Whitehall have been asked for podcast recommendations, but there are so many these days - it's tough to keep up! Plus, snack wars and whether or not you can describe a person and their talents as 'incredibly prolific."JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or probl
BARELY ALIVE IN BIRMINGHAM! "Extra large and extra hard..."
In the first of three nights of live shows on the bounce, Mr & Mrs Whitehall stopped off in bustling Birmingham for a rip-roaring evening. Expect awkward laughter in church, shocking revelations and BYOB!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perh
LIFE LESSONS: "Take the stairs."
The Whitehalls returned from the Richmond Theatre, just down the road to Whitehall Towers; the shortest journey home yet! For this life lesson, a DL who is looking for a bit of energy from somewhere... But where to find it?JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gm
BARELY ALIVE IN RICHMOND! "I think I'm in there..."
On to Richmond and what a fantastic audience they were... The Whitehalls met Charlie and glossed over whether or not he was old enough to be at the show, receive a thoughtful present from Diana and give Toby & Adam some advice for the future!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to Th
LIFE LESSONS: "Play to your audience."
As the dust settles on another wonderful tour show, Mr & Mrs Whitehall are back at Whitehall Towers to consider a life lesson... All brought on by a brilliant story from DL's Bradley & Ellen!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd
BARELY ALIVE IN GUILDFORD! "It's always AMERICANS."
The tour carried on without pause this week, to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford! Listen out for the moment Mr Whitehall commits fully to throwing the Americans under the bus... Only to realise there are a couple in the audience!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringW
LIFE LESSONS: "Sir will do."
After the DL's had left the auditorium and the long journey from York back to Whitehall Towers was complete, it was time to fire up the microphones once more for a debrief and a life lesson... So what was Krista going to ask, after the false start on her email from Monday?JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions,
BARELY ALIVE IN YORK! "We've finally done it!"
It's ALIVE! Finally, after years of saying it would happen, here are The Wittering Whitehalls LIVE in a theatre, in front of a real audience!! Recorded at The Grand Opera House in York, with a packed house of lovely DL's, this was a real treat. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to The
LIFE LESSONS: "If you're flying solo, don't wear the onesie."
Mr Whitehall's back is still bothering him, but it's not getting in the way of this weeks 'light' helping. A DL asks this week whether he was aware of Winston Churchill's love of a 'onesie'. What do you think?JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, per
Standing, Roaring & Discussions At The Dinner Table
Mr Whitehall is not at his physical best this week, following a mild back injury... That doesn't stop him from exercising his theatrical skills, though. It's worth a look, so why not try the full video episodes on YouTube & Global Player? Plus... Seeking sofa perfection and a chap from the Channel Islands who doesn't hold with reversing into a parking space.JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR TH
LIFE LESSONS: "It's not the 1950's any more."
An email from a DL all the way from Newfoundland this week! But should she come out of semi-retirement to do a fun job that gives her a break from house tasks? Her husband doesn't seem keen... JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like
Cybertrucks, WFH & The "Cotswolds"
Where are the Cotswolds? Well, Mr Whitehall has a pretty good idea of where ISN'T the Cotswolds... More on that later. Plus, the Cybertruck, more initialisms and the trouble with football commentators. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps y
LIFE LESSONS: "Let them make their own mistakes!"
It's not easy dealing with kids, at ANY age and the Whitehalls know that plenty well enough. This week, a DL seeks advice over their son and his girlfriend... What's the best course of action??JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like
The Annexe, Tired Winston & Spirit Animals Revisited
The Whitehalls are back to accompany you into the Autumn and there's no hanging about... This week, Mr Whitehall takes a very scientific, very in-depth quiz to determine his 'spirit animal' once and for all.JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perha
LIFE LESSONS: "Emojis might not mean what you think..."
It's time to test the emoji knowledge of two octogenarian men... Roll up, roll up! Mrs Whitehall, inspired by a curious DL, is going to quiz Michael and Neil to see whether they have any hope of decoding such a complex, modern language.JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWittering
Victoria Wood, Sitcoms & ASMR (with special guest Neil Stacy!)
What an absolute TREAT! We've all heard plenty from Uncle Neil over the years on The Wittering Whitehalls, but here he is for a FULL EPISODE! Hear all about his sitcom acting years, his favourite modern television and why 80 gardeners would be too many for anyone. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, though
LIFE LESSONS: "Couples who cook together... Are more than welcome to do so!"
This weeks email comes from a DL who's trying to reach a conclusion, but are they way off the mark? Plus... dog vomit, chives and delicious ice cream!JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? W
Dire Straits, Vans & A Platypus
So, what happened to Churchill's platypus, gifted to him during the war, by the people of Australia? The mystery is solved! Plus, Mrs Whitehall behind the wheel of a van and Mr Whitehall making a luncheon faux pas. JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comO
LIFE LESSONS: "How to get guests to leave when the night's over!"
It's awkward, isn't it? You've yawned, you've cleared the plates, but the guests still aren't leaving. How would Mr & Mrs Whitehall deal with someone who just wasn't getting the message?JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to
The Spitfire, Shaving & Changing Your Mind
250 episodes and still going strong! So, how to celebrate? Sequins of course... And a sartorial nod to Winston Churchill. Naturally.There's not a DL in existence who isn't familiar with Michael Whitehall's keen interest in all things World War II, so there are bound to be related questions from time to time. Plus, who taught the Whitehall boys to shave and is there anything you used to believe, th
LIFE LESSONS: "Try new things. Face your fears!"
This weeks life lesson is for DL Helen who is off on a cruise... But she's suddenly become nervous about the idea! Don't worry, Helen. You'll be fine! JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note?
Old Gits Road Trip, Neighbourly Apologies & Councillor Ollie
The Whitehalls have been all over the place this week. The West Country has been well and truly explored and they've got the souvenirs to prove it. Plus, an unfortunate interaction with the neighbours for an embarrassed DL and a local councillor from Cornwall.JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or
LIFE LESSONS: "Don't leave your keys near the front door..."
What is a bowl if it's got a lid? Is it still a bowl? Just one of the ideas to be discussed on this very episode. The focus this week is home security after a postman made a bold offering to one of the DL's...JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, per
DAMs, Thames Swimming & The Wittering Whitehalls, The Musical!
Could we ever, in this lifetime, see a musical incarnation of The Wittering Whitehalls? A DL asks exactly that question. Plus, is there an answer to the 'dear listeners' / 'dear watchers' question and a DL from a little further up the tow path of the river thames.JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts
LIFE LESSONS: "Waste not, want not."
The DL's are nothing if not resourceful. This week, a DL shares an invention called 'dust of the garden'. What on earth can it be?JOIN THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS FOR THEIR BARELY (A)LIVE TOUR: https://thewitteringwhitehalls.co.uk/You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them i
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