Cockney & Son
Cockney & Son is a podcast where a son sits down with his straight-talking, old-school Londoner dad to discuss modern life. They cover topics from parenting and politics to prices and pronouns, offering unfiltered banter and honest opinions from two different generational perspectives. The show is grounded in laughs and the kind of conversation only a father and son can have.
Episodes
Could you really work FIVE full-time jobs
Send us Fan MailCould you really work FIVE full-time jobs at the same time without anyone noticing? 👀This week on Cockney & Son, we’re getting into the unbelievable story of a civil servant currently on trial, accused of working multiple full-time public-sector jobs at the same time, at one point allegedly being contracted for 183 hours of work a week! He denies all nine counts of fraud and th
Brexit? Are we In or Out
Send us Fan MailThings get a little political on Cockney & Son this week…With Britain and the EU back in the conversation, me and Dad get stuck into Brexit, whether the UK could ever rejoin the EU and, most importantly, whether either of us would vote differently if there was another referendum.Then it’s time for What D’Ya Reckon? as Dad tries to guess the top three things people think they’re
Is AI coming for your job? 🤖
Send us Fan MailThis week, we’re having a proper natter about AI the jobs it’s already starting to change, what could disappear over the next 10 years, and whether there’ll eventually be a robot capable of replacing Dad. Although, to be fair, it might have an easy job…Then it’s time for another What D’Ya Reckon?, as Dad tries to guess the top three things people immediately notice when they walk i
Series 3!! Did you miss us???
Send us Fan MailWe’re back! Cockney & Son returns for Series 3.Lew and Steve are back behind the mics with two generations, plenty of opinions and absolutely no guarantee that everything they say is fact.This week, they’re having a natter about Harry, Meghan and the changing Royal Family, including how attitudes towards the Royals have changed since Steve was growing up.There’s also the small
Series 2 Final Episode
Send us Fan MailWe’ve made it… the final episode of Series 2!After 20 episodes of laughs, debates, moans and questionable dad jokes, Lew and Steve wrap up another brilliant series before taking a well-earned summer break.This week they’re reflecting on a huge family milestone as the boy finishes primary school and prepares for secondary school, sharing memories from the past seven years and talkin
True Brit Test, It might be coming home & dads advice for year 7
Send us Fan MailCan you believe we’re already at the penultimate episode of Series 2?This week, Lew and Steve are back for another proper British natter as they countdown to the summer break.This episode includes:●Are these really the top 10 habits of a typical Brit? From apologising for everything to putting the kettle on before solving any problem, how many do you recognise?●Steve is forced to e
Life Skills, End-of-Term Chaos & Is Football Coming Home?
Send us Fan MailCockney & Son – Series 2 Episode 18 | This week on Cockney & Son, Lew and Steve tackle the everyday life skills they think every child should be learning before leaving school. From changing a fuse and sewing on a button to growing your own food and basic DIY, they ask whether schools are focusing on the wrong things.The pair also have a proper moan about the madness of the
The Great British Heatwave
Send us Fan MailBritain is baking, tempers are rising, and everyone seems to have an opinion.This week, Lew and his 69-year-old Cockney dad, Steve, tackle the UK’s 2026 heatwave. Was the legendary summer of 1976 really hotter? Should schools stay open when classrooms become ovens? And should there be a legal maximum temperature for workplaces?They compare British summers to some of the hottest pla
Social Media Bans, Driving at 70 & The Secret to a Long Relationship
Send us Fan MailShould social media be banned for under 16s?This week Lew and Steve tackle one of the biggest debates currently making headlines across the UK as the Government considers following Australia and restricting social media access for younger teenagers. Is it about protecting childhood, or will kids simply find a way around it?Then it’s over to Adam & Eve It, where Steve shares his
Mandela Effects, Scammers & The Perfect Joke
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son…We dive into the weird world of the Mandela Effect. Did the Monopoly Man really wear a monocle? Did Del Boy ever say “Rodney, you plonker”? And why do so many people remember things differently from how they actually happened?We also chat about CERN, conspiracy theories, ancient civilisations and whether history is really as reliable as we think it is
PGL Peace, Slamming Doors & Is Time Speeding Up?
Send us Fan MailThe boy has been away on his Year 6 residential trip, and Lew and Steve are discovering the strange reality of a quieter house. Is it possible to enjoy the peace and still miss the chaos at the same time? Plus, with secondary school just around the corner, Lew reflects on how quickly the primary school years have disappeared. In Adam & Eve It, Steve takes aim at one of his big
Britain’s Worst Quiz, RSVP Rage & Cutting the Apron Strings
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son, Lew puts Steve’s “proper British” knowledge to the test in what might genuinely be the worst quiz ever created. From pork scratchings and dunking biscuits to playgrounds that nearly killed an entire generation, it quickly descends into complete chaos.Then it’s time for Adam & Eve It as Lew goes on a full birthday party rant about people who never
Get Out Dad, Zebra Not Crossing & Morning Rat Fans
Send us Fan MailAfter Richard somehow turned a nice family day out into a 40 mile ramble through Hastings, SATs week stress, birthday chaos, and me completely failing at time management… Episode 14 is a slightly unhinged one.This week on Cockney & Son:• Bit of a Natter The aftermath of the “short walk” that nearly finished us off, SATs stress, and surviving another busy week• Adam & Eve It
Public Eye, Poll Day Loop Hole & Helpful Injections
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son, things get surprisingly dramatic… because Dad’s officially been recognised in public and it may have gone straight to his head.From bank holiday chaos, soaked pedalo disasters and planning the girly’s birthday party, to SATs week stress and the debate around schools closing for polling stations, Lew and Steve are back with another honest, funny and c
Cockney Catch up, Pothole epidemic & why dad hasn't got hitched (again)
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son, we’re back with another chaotic catch up as we dive into a packed family weekend, from beach adventures and birthday celebrations to garden projects and pre teen excuses for being too tired for school.In Adam & Eve It, Steve tackles Britain’s pothole epidemic, sharing his brutally honest thoughts on the state of UK roads, why they seem worse than
Holiday Madness, Tube Strike 2.0 and Stop Overthinking
Send us Fan MailBack to reality… and it’s chaos.After what feels like half a year of kids being off, back-to-back holidays, ferry trips, theme parks, and a household bug wiping Rich out, we’re finally back behind the mics — just about holding it together.This week on Cockney & Son:Bit of a Natter: The madness of post-Easter life, juggling kids, travel, and trying to get back into some sort of
The Bleedin’ Dad Joke Special
Send us Fan MailThis week… we’ve completely lost the plot.No “then vs now,” no deep chats — just a full-on Bleedin’ Dad Joke head-to-head.Five jokes each.No filter.No mercy.Just ten absolutely terrible jokes.While Lew’s off living his best life on holiday, we didn’t want to leave you hanging — so we’ve pre-recorded this chaotic special where it’s Dad vs Son to see who actually delivers the better
It’s the Cockney & Son Easter special… kind of.
Send us Fan MailThis episode is pre-recorded (so don’t expect us to be knee-deep in chocolate just yet), but we’re still diving into everything Easter — from how it used to be back in the 70s to the full-blown chocolate madness of today.We chat about:What Easter looked like “back in the day” vs nowHow kids somehow end up with 5–10 eggs eachWhether Easter has become more about showing off than cele
Clocks, Cows & Constant Notifications
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos of the clocks going forward… and asking the real question — does anyone actually benefit from it anymore? From the origins of daylight saving (cheers, William Willett) to whether it still makes any sense in 2026, we’re combining Bit of a Natter and Adam & Eve It into one big chat-and-moan session — because le
Episode 7: Spring has Sprung, Brits Moan & The “Perfect” Garden
Send us Fan Mail🌼 Spring has officially arrived… apparently. Lew and Dad are back to talk about that very British moment when the sun comes out for five minutes and suddenly winter is “over” — coats are off, shorts are on, and everyone’s planning a whole new outdoor lifestyle. 💬 Bit of a Natter: The first day of spring, lighter evenings, and all the classic British phrases that come out the second
The Mother’s Day Episode
Send us Fan Mail🌸 It’s the Mother’s Day episode! Lew and Dad sit down for a chat about how Mother’s Day has changed over the years — from the simpler days of “Mothering Sunday” to the modern version full of flowers, brunch bookings and gift guides everywhere you look. But it’s also a chance to talk about the more emotional side of the day for families going through loss.💬 Bit of a Natter: What Mot
Episode 5: Nearly 70, Secondary X Factor & You Can’t Say that
Send us Fan MailIt’s a birthday episode! Dad officially turns 69, which means the countdown to the big 70 has begun. Lew comes prepared with a very questionable “getting ready for 70” gift bag — including 210 tea bags, Werther’s Originals, a word search book and moisturiser for the increasingly crusty skin. What could possibly go wrong?Bit of a Natter: Turning 69, getting older, and the advice Dad
Episode 4: Nearly Spring, No Vitamin D & Multi-chatting
Send us Fan MailHalf term’s over, the sun’s (briefly) out, and Lew’s feeling positive, so naturally Steve’s here to balance it out.This week, the pair chat spring cleaning madness, the explosion of vitamins and supplements, and whether you really need calming gummies… or just a walk in the daylight. In Say It Like Steve, they tackle the idea that “people don’t listen anymore — they just wait to ta
Episode 3: Half term… the joy, the chaos, and the constant
Send us Fan MailHalf term… the joy, the chaos, and the constant need to keep the kids entertained.In this episode of Cockney & Son, Lew and Steve talk all about half-term survival — from the pressure to plan activities and the cost of days out, to whether kids really need entertaining 24/7 or if boredom might actually be a good thing.Recorded just before Lew heads off to Holland with Rich and
Episode 2: Be My Valentine (but I’m only buying you a card)
Send us Fan MailLove is in the air… and so is the pressure. In this Valentine’s Special of Cockney & Son, Lew and Steve take a proper look at how the big day has changed from the 60s and 70s to now — from anonymous cards through the letterbox to panic-buying gifts, packed restaurants and sky-high expectations.They chat about secret admirers, the rise of commercialised romance, and whether love
Episode 1: WE’RE BACK! Series 2. January Misery, I can’t, it’s RAINING & Were kids happier in the 70s?
Send us Fan MailWe’re back… and Series 2 of Cockney & Son starts right here.After a Christmas break, Steve and Lew return with a brand-new homemade studio, the same unfiltered opinions, and plenty to get off their chests. From surviving the January blues and winter illnesses to modern work excuses, British weather drama, and how life today really compares to back in the day — nothing is off li
Episode 26: The Office Christmas Party, Same old resolutions & Steve’s 2026 Speech
Send us Fan MailIt’s the final episode of Series 1, and we’re ending it the only way we know how, with laughs, honesty, a bit of emotion, and absolutely no sugar-coating.In this Christmas special, Lew and Steve look back on 26 episodes of graft, graft and more graft, over 5,000 downloads worldwide, from London to New Zealand, the US to Tunisia. Not bad for a mic, a cuppa and a lot of opinions.We k
Episode 25: The Penultimate of Madness & Its Christmas competition time
Send us Fan MailIn this week’s episode, we’re looking back at 25 episodes of Cockney & Son chaos, comfort and proper old-school graft. From the early days in June to now, Lew and Steve chat about their biggest surprises, funniest moments, accidental catchphrases, near-cancellations, French accents, conspiracies, neighbours, and why Steve is now apparently “practising in the mirror” before reco
Episode 24: Festive Stress, Social Media Mess & Dad joke regrets
Send us Fan MailEpisode 24 is here — and we’re officially knee-deep in Christmas chaos. From ceramic trees to collapsing garlands, Elf-on-the-Shelf disasters, panic buying gravy on Uber, and the pure joy of a £2 advent calendar… Lew and Steve break down the ultimate 2025 festive checklist and realise just how mad December has become.Then it’s onto Adam & Eve It, where the pair tackle the very
Episode 23: Brown or Red, 7-7?? Deliveries & PM for Pensioners
Send us Fan MailLew and Steve dive head-first into the most important debates in British history… well, sort of. From chip-shop curry sauce and crispy-edged crumpets to the eternal ketchup-vs-brown-sauce war, no snack is safe.The pair also tackle the chaos of modern deliveries — Yodel, Royal Mail, lockers, drones and the poor old postie who’s “still getting off his chair.” Expect a full-blown Stev
Episode 22: British Sayings, Jungle Line Up & Dad Jokes Galore Episode
Send us Fan MailIn this week’s episode, things have been a bit heavy behind the scenes, but we’re showing up the only way we know how — with honesty, a good natter, and plenty of laughs.We kick things off by diving into a world of classic British sayings. From “you’re having a laugh” to “it’s all gone pear-shaped,” Lew throws a list at Steve to see which phrases are still alive in 2025 and which s
Episode 21: Just Showing Up Is Enough
Send us Fan MailThis isn’t one of our usual episodes. It’s just me Lew, speaking honestly about what life feels like right now.The past few weeks have been some of the hardest our family has ever faced, and I’ve found myself trying to hold everything together for the people I love, even when I feel like I’m falling apart inside.This is about love, loss, and what it means to just keep showing up ev
Episode 20: Why is it taking so long!, AI or NOT? & Knock Knock
Send us Fan Mail🎙️ It’s a milestone episode — number 20! But this one’s a bit different… Lew’s at home, Dad’s in SW1, and somehow they’ve managed to record from two different locations. What could possibly go wrong?💬 Bit of a Natter: Things that used to take ages but now take seconds — from film developing and paying bills to booking holidays and finding directions. (Spoiler: Dad still swears by a
Episode 19: British Myths, Firework Rants & “The Dog Don’t Like My Boyfriend!”
Send us Fan MailAutumn’s here and the nights are drawing in — which means the moaning’s back in full swing!This week Lew and Steve dive into some of the biggest misconceptions about British people:☕ Do we really live off tea and crumpets?🇬🇧 Do we all sound like the Royal Family?🦷 And what’s the truth about those “bad British teeth”?💥 In Adam & Eve It (Rant of the Week), Lew’s had enough of ran
Episode 18: Things We Don’t Need Anymore, Courier Chaos & Neighbour Etiquette
Send us Fan Mail📺 Bit of a Natter:Lew and Steve reminisce about everyday items from the 70s and 80s that have completely vanished — from TV aerials and phone books to smoking indoors and those deadly travel sweet tins rolling around the glovebox. What will disappear next… door keys, maybe?📦 Adam & Eve It (Rant of the Week):After 42 years with Royal Mail, Steve’s had enough of modern-day delive
Episode 17: Saturday Night Ain’t Right, Presenters Can’t Cut It & Romance Expiry Date
Send us Fan MailIt’s an emotional one this week — and not just because there’s sad news at the end (we’ll keep you guessing).Lew and Dad take a trip down memory lane to talk all things Saturday Night TV, from The Generation Game and Blind Date to Gladiators and Stars in Their Eyes. Where have the Brucies and Cillas gone? And why does every show now have someone screaming into a mic?In “Adam &
Episode 16: Lottery Secret, Brit Card Beef & “You didn’t get me anything?”
Send us Fan MailIn this episode:Bit of a Natter – What would you actually do if you won £74 million? Would you go public, keep it secret, or disappear to a villa in Spain? Lew and Dad share their fantasy plans, debate whether money really brings happiness, and how it might change family life.Adam & Eve It (Rant of the Week) – The Prime Minister wants to introduce a new “brick card” ID… but Dad
Episode 15: Gamers R Crazy, BOOK YOUR SLOT & Uncle Fester?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode:Screens & Gaming – Lew opens up about the battles of modern parenting: Fortnite, FIFA, Roblox, in-game purchases, and whether screens are really to blame for kids’ moods. Dad weighs in on how things were “back in his day.”Adam & Eve It (Rant of the Week) – Christmas has officially started… in September! With mince pies already on shelves and supermarket deli
Episode 14: UF-NO?, Old Habits, Unnecessary Renewals & Our First PR Package
Send us Fan MailThis week I’m taking Dad out of this world (literally) as I quiz him about Atlas 3i – the interstellar visitor that’s got social media buzzing with alien theories. Is it just a space rock, or are the odds too strange to ignore?Back on Earth, I put Dad through an “old people habits” quiz – does he moan about traffic, hoard plastic bags, and groan every time he stands up? (Spoiler: i
Episode 13: Quick-Fire Gripes, Tube Strikes & Blunt Truths
Send us Fan MailThis week it’s episode 13 – unlucky for some, but (mostly) not for us! Lew surprises Dad with his very first autumn candle, before diving into a bumper Bit of a Natter featuring questions and gripes from our listeners. From cars clogging pavements and supermarket snackers to £7 hot chocolates and the stress of secondary school choices – nothing’s off the table.We also tackle the bi
Episode 12: Autumn Adults, Flags are Flying & Dinner for One?
Send us Fan MailWe’re back after a short break, and this week’s episode is a mix of laughs, debates, and a bit of advice. From autumn leaves and pumpkin-spiced everything, to whether flying the Union Jack has lost its meaning, we cover it all with plenty of Cockney & Son banter.In Say It Like Steve, we tackle a follower’s question: how do you build the confidence to go out alone, whether that’
Episode 11: The French, Knobbly Knees & I Can’t Speak French
Send us Fan MailCockney & Son hit the road again, this time recording live from the South of France! 🇫🇷 Expect sunshine (and a few storm clouds), villa life, and plenty of laughs as we swap London chaos for St Tropez beaches.We chat about French culture vs London life, Dad’s ongoing battle with his knobbly knees (and whether we need to start a GoFundMe for his knee ops), and the struggle of sp
Episode 10: “On Tour: From Hayling Island to the Riviera”
Send us Fan MailDouble digits and on location! This week we’re coming to you from a very glamorous… caravan in Hailing Island (don’t be jealous). It’s the first stop on our Cockney & Son “world tour” before we head to the sunny South of France next week.We chat about our upcoming Eurocamp-to-villa upgrade, Dad’s legendary beachside massage story, and why he’s waging war on the clocks going bac
Episode 9: Does everyone want good Neighbours???, Bags for Life & Property Prices
Send us Fan MailThis week, we’re pulling down the garden fence and having a natter about neighbours the good, the bad, and the downright nosy. From creepy legends like “Rosie Meadow” to shared garden bins and awkward chats over the washing line, we ask: do people still talk to their neighbours, or are we all Ring doorbells and bolted gates these days?Then it’s onto a proper moan about the price o
Episode 8: Perfect Holiday Pressure, Manners??? & Can’t say it like Steve
Send us Fan MailWe’re back—and this week, Steve’s off the beach and straight into a moan! From £100 kids’ days out to packing cubes and pressure to post your holiday on social media, we’re chatting holidays then vs now.👉 In Bit of a Natter, we look at the rise of Insta-perfect travel, why British seaside breaks got left behind, and whether we’re all just overthinking a bit of sunshine.😤 In Adam &a
Episode 7: Things that give us the Ick! Traffic Beef & Good luck to all the parents
Send us Fan MailEpisode 7 of Cockney & Son, it’s lucky number seven — but not for the things that give us the ick! From men in flip-flops on the tube, to funeral selfies (yes, really), we’re diving headfirst into the modern cringes that wind us right up. Dad even takes on baby talk to pets and people filming entire concerts — and let’s just say, he’s not holding back.Then in Adam & Eve It,
Episode 6 – Phobias, Fiddles & Bubble Baths: What Scares Ya?
Send us Fan MailThis week on Cockney & Son, we’re talking fears — big, small and downright bonkers. From spiders to buttons to running out of tea bags, we’re sharing what gives us the shivers… and yes, Dad admits he’s scared of one thing (hint: it involves the dentist).In Bit of a Natter, we chat about the weird phobias people have, how fears have changed over the years, and whether it’s best
Episode 5: Judgy Eyes, Grumpy Life & Stop Vaping
Send us Fan MailIt’s Lew here — and for this episode, Dad and I are diving into something we’re all guilty of: secretly judging people. From side-eyes at the supermarket to Dad’s brutal honesty about your parking skills, nothing’s off limits.In Bit of a Natter, we chat about what people got judged for back in Dad’s day compared to now (spoiler: he reckons he never judged anyone — yeah, right). Ada
Episode 4: Parenting: Then, Now & A Strawberry Sandwich Nobody Asked For
Send us Fan MailIt’s Lew here — and in Episode 4, I’m dragging my old man back through the decades to see how parenting has (supposedly) changed since he was a kid in the 60s and 70s, through his ‘dad years’ in the 80s and 90s, and now into my turn in 2025. Safe to say, he reckons he had it all figured out. Spoiler: he didn’t.We’re chatting about dodgy old school discipline, dinner table rules (on
Episode 3: Things We Believed as Kids, British Heat & Don’t be a jobs worth
Send us Fan MailThis week, we’re diving into all the nonsense we believed as kids—from chewing gum tangling your organs to the ice cream van only playing music when it’s out of lollies 🍦. Turns out, parenting in the ‘60s and ‘80s came with a side of creative storytelling.Steve’s rant of the week takes aim at British people moaning about the weather—sun’s out and we STILL can’t be happy apparently
Episode 2: Dating Then vs Now
Send us Fan MailDating Then vs NowFrom phone boxes to dating apps, this episode dives headfirst into the world of romance, old-school style. Steve recalls how courtship worked in the 70s (spoiler: landlines and pie & mash featured heavily), while Lew tries to explain swiping, champagne expectations, and the curse of Nando’s as a first date.You won’t ’Adam & Eve it’ about Christmas in June
Episode 1: Baked Beans, Bus Fares & Back Yard Loos – Inflation Then and Now
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the very first episode of Cockney & Son: Two Generations, One London — where Lew and his straight-talking dad Steve dive into what’s changed (and what hasn’t) in everyday London life.In this debut chat, expect:Cold baths and chamber pots in 1950s FulhamHow much you could get for a tenner back in the dayA fiery rant about inflation, baked beans, and Rachel Reeves’ fue
Our First Attempt at Podcasting
Send us Fan Mail🎙️ Episode 0 – The Tester: Setting Up, Slang Checks & Wedding DilemmasWelcome to the very first episode of Cockney & Son: Two Generations, One London. We set up the mics (eventually), hit record, and just went for it — so expect a bit of chaos, a lot of laughs, and plenty of opinions.In this unscripted tester, we:Attempt a jingle (badly)Test my dad’s true Cockney credential
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