Older and Wider Podcast

The two J's are just about getting by in the South East's current Heatwave! Jenny has been busy doing experiments whilst Judith has been busy on the NHS app and having Pizza taste sensations! The pair discuss unwanted garden visitors, social batteries and a funny turn in the garden centre. If you want to get in touch with the podcast email olderwiderpod@gmail.com To follow the podcast on Instagram visit @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

On the podcast this week Judith reports back after a less than desirable journey home from The Isles of Scilly. Both the J's have been busy mooching around open gardens and print fairs. There's some partner hat chat, a Nana catch up and a big Helda Bean edoresment! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

This week Head Girl Judith is coming from a community hall/ exam space on The Isles of Scilly! She shares taste sensations, some Royal snooping and of course there has been some beautiful gardens. Jenny reports from South East London where she has been looking after Phoebe and taking in Art Week. All this plus loads of Culture Corner to make us all live longer! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

On this week's Older and Wider Jenny and Judith start with some gripes! They discuss what to do with an out of date chicken, Geoff's knee, a recent drinks party, public tears and Judith's new Sandals! All of this plus loads of Culture Corner and Judith gets ready for her holiday! If you would like to get in touch email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @Olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

On this week's Older & Wider Judith is having a big clear out and Jenny shares her idea for a potential cook book! There is a taste sensation via Mike and the pair bond over culture corner plus some lovely emails from the The Owls! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the team on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

On this week's podcast Judith has a Croc based bone to pick with Jenny! The pair discuss the Judith's out door cushions and Jenny's busy week, including a purchase of some hearing aids! All of this plus a taste sensation which involve a trip to Aldi, Culture Corner and some lovely Owl emails! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Following the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Jenny and Judith carry on their sartorial catch up from last and discuss what Jenny will wear of an upcoming TV appearance. Judith has got herself some lined Cloggs which are a bit on the tight side and Jenny shares how many pairs of trousers are being returned. Also this week Jenny has been back in the gym and Judith has been doing some pottery paining with Ellen and Sienna! Jenny turned up for a hearing test (almost) and got caught naked in her own home! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

The two J's are getting their wardrobes ready for the warmer weather which is involving various types of trousers (sans button and zip!). Jenny experienced gym life during her induction and has taken to doing her weights regime at home. Judith has been busy helping Ellen move house plus an egg hunt for the boys! All of this plus new arty robots, lots of culture and some wonderful Owl emails! To get in touch email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

On the podcast this week Judith is in Cornwall with the boys and there has been a rather dramatic toilet incident! Jenny has been back at the Horniman Museum with Arlo and she reveals all the wild life they got their hands on! Jenny also shares Arlo & Geoff's tape obsession and she confesses to giving in to some wellness....all of this plus culture, a mustard update and an unusual belated Birthday gift. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

On this week's podcast Jenny and Judith discuss their busy weeks! Judith did a gig and Jenny had a Radio 4 recording (with a below par dressing room!) They have a debate about the use of mustard and bond over Culture Corner! If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

On this week's podcast Jenny shares the joys of her 66th Birthday which involved art supplies, a trip out and presents in bed! Judith has taken up running - Spotify playlist and big headphones included, and the pair discuss the Sailing Club Lunch that Judith over cooked for. All of this plus some taste sensations and good chunk of Culture in the corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

On Older and Wider this week Jenny shares the highs and lows of her short trip away, enjoyed by all bar the broken down car in the pouring rain! Judith has a bone to pick with her local tip, a update on some public speaking and a miserable train journey. The pair bond over spring *almost* being here and they share their joy of blossom and magnolias! All of this plus some taste sensations and culture corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026

On this week's Older & Wider (after some technical difficulties) Judith reports back after the twins 4th Birthday Party... including a bouncy castle, Jenny has been at the Horniman museum AND she reveals an online wardrobe catastrophe! The pair discuss local panto and have lots of culture highlights to share including Dirty Business, a three-part Channel 4 docudrama starring Jason Watkins which exposes the UK's sewage scandal! If you want to get in touch with the podcast, email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on instagram @olderwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2026

On the podcast this week Jenny has been to Aunty Aileen's 100th Birthday get together, big cake and Royal Birthday card included! Judith has had an attack of the vertigo but manages to share some taste sensations and culture recs, Jenny is having recipe fatigue so tried out an orzo meal which was a success but had an incident with the homemade kinetic sand... All of this plus a trip to Peckham Rye, some sunshine and some lovely emails from the owls. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2026

It's half term so Nana duties have been in full force! Judith braved the train to Cornwall with the twins and Jenny took a very expensive trip to Smiths - she also learns the lesson of the expensive child magazine! There's also some flooding news... There is a a lot of culture this week - art exhibitions, movies, podcasts and books! If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast then email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2026

On this week's podcast the pair get competitive over household leaks, they discuss kinetic sand, their working class roots and they get a buffet hack from an OWL! All of this plus some great culture recommendations and Winter Olympics chat! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2026

She's back! Yes that's right, head girl holder has returned from the Caribbean and catches Jenny up on her holiday highlights; beautiful gardens, hotel buffet plus some sightseeing. Jenny visited the London Transport Museum with Arlo and Geoff and gets nostalgic over Covent Garden. The pair bond over some much needed culture corner and get up to date on emails from the OWLS. If you would like to get in touch email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Head to the Older and Wider Instagram account for all the latest culture recommendations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2026

On this week's podcast Jenny is joined by Daisy while Head Girl Judith enjoys her second week of sunshine (and some rain) in the Caribbean.Jenny and Daisy discuss a tax bill, collagen, a day of sitting on the floor and some soft play. Jenny also enjoyed a jaunt at the Art Academy, despite oversleeping! All of this plus taste sensations, a big dollop of culture corner and some holiday updates from Judith! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @olderandwiderpodcast Also, if you would like more information on the Sip and Paint night that Jenny mentioned last week, visit Sip and Paint Birds (25 Feb 7-9pm) Tickets, Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2026

On the podcast this week Daisy sits in for Judith while she is busy at the Sandals buffet in Grenada! As well as getting some holiday updates from Judith, Jenny and Daisy discuss the Beckham family saga, poorly kids and why millennial Mums have taken to the new TV series 'Heated Rivalry'! All of this plus book, podcast and art recommendations plus some great emails. If you want to get in touch with the podcast email: Olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2026

On this week's podcast Judith shares her anxieties about going on holiday and she reveals something she overheard in Waitrose! Jenny has been busy with her art supplies as well as Arlo's new dance class and a day out in Ealing. There's a big dollop of culture plus some brilliants emails from the OWLS. If you want to get involved with the show email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2026

Happy New Year Owls! Jenny and Judith are back with their resolutions (silent and less silent), holiday thoughts, a lost cheque, a frozen roast potato confession and lots more! There is a BUMPER culture corner and some brilliant OWL emails! If you'd like to get in touch email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2026

It's the last Older & Wider of 2025 and thank you to all the OWLS for being with us for the year! In this week's episode Jenny reveals she has an unfortunate (and not very festive) skin complaint. Both the J's have been nursery Christmas shows in their Nana capacity and Judith had a not so Mediterranean meal in China Town. All of this plus some thoughts on 2026 and some final Culture Recommendations. We will be back on January 9th! Have a wonderful Christmas and email us olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 December 2025

On this week's podcast the two J's reflect on their Leicester Square show and we hear the BTS on the forgotten laptop! PANIC STATIONS! Judith is enjoying the fresh air in Cornwall whilst Jenny is joining us from the depths of South East London! The pair talk AI, have some delicious taste sensations and the usual cultural recommendations! If you'd like to get in touch with Jenny and Judith, email olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith discuss advent Calendars, Christmas trees and their first festive performance at the Leicester Square theatre! In other news Judith has been to Peppa Pig World and Jenny has been enjoying to spare time! All of this plus some culture corner and owl correspondence! If you'd like to get in touch with the team email Olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

On this week's episode Jenny shares the joys of her new fridge but it's shortly counteracted with her pension application... Judith has been bust with a homecooked Thanksgiving dinner but also reveals why she is particularly annoyed at Blenheim Palace. All of this plus an upcoming diabetes test and a huge dollop of Culture Corner! If you would like to email the podcast get in touch olderwiderpod@gmail.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2025

Judith almost called the fire brigade and Jenny had a fall. all in one week! Judith has a bladder update and would like to thank everyone for their hot drink ideas! In other news post-it notes seemed to have become more expensive than an M&S top and Jenny has had some Post Office problems. All of this plus bath sheets, culture recs and some OWL emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

On this week's podcast Judith shares her live show anxiety dream which has left her a bit shaken. Jenny is still on tour and came across a toy fair where she managed to find some Sylvanian Family amongst the scarier figurines. Judith took the twins to see the dinosaurs and the two J's get bogged down in some history! The pair start early Christmas discussions - list or no list? All of this plus a bumper hypochondriacs corner and some great culture recs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

On this week's podcast Judith admits to a very bad hangover which was only cured by some comfort food. Jenny has been at soft play and did the big slides with Arlo, and the pair chat about their first try out at the Tabard! As well as this there is some Dahlia digging, ready meal chat, food inspo from Jenny and some great culture recs. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

This week on Older and Wider... Judith has spent a wild Saturday night flower arranging and Jenny is still on the road — destination: Leeds! Expect tales of hotel room mishaps, food sensations and some Traitor culture corner - ABSOLUTELY NO SPOILERS!! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

The two J's have been busy getting ready for their Leicester Square Theatre shows but still manage to serve up some Culture Corner and Taste Sensations - purple cauliflower cheese anyone? Jenny has some mysterious bites and Judith has misgivings about the perfect bag! All of this plus some lovely OWL emails! If you'd like to come to the Tabard try outs go to tabard.org.uk/whats-on/olderandwider If you want to get in the festive spirit with Jenny and Judith visit leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/older-wider-live-at-christmas/#book-now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

On this week's podcast Jenny and Judith share the woes of their busy lives but also the joys of a future trip to a big M&S with a credit note! Jenny is mid tour and less than please with 'Blossom Cottages' and Judith has a new name for the twins! All of this plus some great emails, celeb Traitor chat (no spoilers) and other culture recs! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

It's been a busy week for both Judith and Jenny! A funeral, memorials, a poorly Grandson and a tour! Judith has been out with the knicker bunting but has also managed to loose 2 pairs of glasses! The pair discuss their love of The House of Guinness and share some lovely emails from the Owls! email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Come to our Christmas show! You can get tickets at https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/older-wider-live-at-christmas/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2025

Judith has had a rare occurrence - a lie in! She reveals to Jenny how it made it her feel and why it seems to be a one off. The pair discuss the various (but very different) shows they have been to this week and Jenny shares her train trauma and all the people she met on the way! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

On this week's podcast Jenny joins from Cambridge and Judith from Oxford! The pair discuss their week's which include a fancy lunch, a silent disco, some Grandparenting and why they love to be in their own homes! There's also some lessons learnt and a big heap of culture. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2025

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith discuss their Autumn fashion choices, including some new undies! Judith has been at a First Aid Course and had a difficult Nana day. Meanwhile Jenny has been busy swimming with Arlo as well as spotting some very long toes! The pair also read out some brilliant emails and share the culture corner recs! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com For tickets to the show visit leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/older-wider-live-at-christmas/#book-now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith discuss their writing process for the Older and Wider Christmas shows, it's all going well despite the zoom issues! In other news Judith found a new convenient loo and was given a lovely jug! All this plus some great culture recs and lots of wonderful emails. Get your tickets to our Christmas shows: https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/older-wider-live-at-christmas/#book-now Email the podcast Olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2025

This week Jenny and Judith discuss Lumo trains, barrel jeans and painting at Blenheim Palace. They share what they have learnt this week and have a very special announcement! All this plus a big heap of culture and some wonderful emails from the Owls. Get in touch olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

This week on the podcast, Jenny and Judith are actually both dialling in from the same house - but they're both in different rooms! Apart from working on an exciting new secret project together, Jenny's had a radio gig and Judith's been learning about AI. All this as well as taste sensations, app ideas and a Culture Corner complete with theatre, art, telly and book recommendations! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

On this week's podcast Judith shares the woes of her root canal procedure (or surgery?) and what the recovery has entailed. Jenny has been busy making vegan Lemon cake and getting Arlo in a swimming pool. There has also been a some nighty shopping, some unfinished spag bowl and lots of Culture Recs! Send us your emails: Olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

On this week's podcast Jenny shares her Edinburgh joy! It involved a kitchen in a cupboard, some live shows, a dinner and the discovery of CMAT! Judith has been busy sorting out her garage (label maker anyone?) and she has been busy making chutney. Not to mention twin duty! The pair have some taste sensations and question how to cook gnocchi. All of this plus a whole heap of Culture recs! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

This week Jenny is off to the Edinburgh Fringe; she and Judith reminisce about the late nights (and sometimes beds!) they've shared in Edinburgh over the years. Judith's had some diary confusion, a wasp invasion and lots of figs from the garden. All this and a bumper Culture Corner too! Jenny and Judith are trying out some new segment ideas this week - please write in with any requests for the Culture Pharmacy or Things learnt for the first time over the week, our email is olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

On this week's podcast, it's Judith's 70th Birthday debrief! Jenny and Judith chat through the food, the band, the outfits and the dangers of punting. We've got taste sensations galore, and everything from TV to art in culture corner. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

This week Judith has made it back from France, having nearly missed the ferry by enjoying her audiobook so much that she didn't notice she was running out of petrol! Jenny's been helping a poorly Phoebe, and having Geof make chocolate rice crispy treats. They chat through the Sarah Vine memoir, Arlo's birthday presents and would love recommendations for books about the Mitford Sisters! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

This week on the podcast, Judith is on holiday in France, sans WIFI, but manages to join live from the local Tourist Office! She shares all the holiday news plus how they are all surviving with no TV or Internet. Back in the UK Jenny has a very unusual Hypochondriac Corner diagnosis. All of this plus some holiday food sensation and lots of culture recs. Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

Jenny is back! She brings all the cruise news with her but explains why she is happy to be back in good old London! Judith shares the details of her travelling dinner party which was M theme this year and the pair talk twins, holidays and and boxy tees. All of this plus some culture recs! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

On this week's podcast Jenny is on a fancy boat (with a bath in her cabin!) so Judith and Daisy take reigns and discuss the heatwave, sea sickness, Wimbledon and Pets! They also cover taste sensations and offer lots of culture recommendations! Enjoy Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

On this week's podcast Jenny shares the details of an unusual up and coming work trip - is it on a boat or a ship?? There's some wifi code problems, a kitten update and the pair get nostalgic for high street shops. There's also taste sensations and some culture corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

On this week's Older and Wider there's an update on the village festival, some art under pricing, discussions on family feuds and some salad dressing chat! All of this plus taste sensations and your weekly Culture Corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

300 Eps later and still going strong! Jenny and Judith discuss Beyonce, the dentists, a village festival and life after Jenny's tour! All of this plus a taste sensation (from Judith) and loads of culture! Thank you for all your support for the past 300 Eps! Keep emailing the podcast at olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

On this week’s podcast Jenny and Judith share the details of their day trip and compare outfits. Judith has been busy in Cornwall with the twins while Jenny is still on tour and this week, she is back on home turf in Lytham. All of this plus a taste sensation and a hefty portion of Culture Corner! Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025