Cockney & Son
Cockney & Son: Two Generations, One London is what happens when I sit down with my straight-talking, old-school Londoner dad to try and make sense of the world we’re living in today.
From parenting and politics to prices and pronouns, nothing’s off-limits — and trust me, nothing gets sugar-coated. We see life through two very different lenses, but it’s all grounded in laughs, honest opinions, and the kind of unfiltered banter only a father and son can get away with.
Whether you remember phone boxes or need subtitles when he starts chatting, this one’s for you.
Episodes
35 episodes
Clocks, Cows & Constant Notifications
This 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 Wil...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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23:09
Episode 7: Spring has Sprung, Brits Moan & The “Perfect” Garden
🌼 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 o...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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27:02
The Mother’s Day Episode
🌸 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 y...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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24:41
Episode 5: Nearly 70, Secondary X Factor & You Can’t Say that
It’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 a...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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28:33
Episode 4: Nearly Spring, No Vitamin D & Multi-chatting
Half 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 c...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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31:14
Episode 3: Half term… the joy, the chaos, and the constant
Half 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 w...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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28:21
Episode 2: Be My Valentine (but I’m only buying you a card)
Love 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-buyi...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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29:16
Episode 1: WE’RE BACK! Series 2. January Misery, I can’t, it’s RAINING & Were kids happier in the 70s?
We’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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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31:04
Episode 26: The Office Christmas Party, Same old resolutions & Steve’s 2026 Speech
It’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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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30:32
Episode 25: The Penultimate of Madness & Its Christmas competition time
In 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 catchp...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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32:10
Episode 24: Festive Stress, Social Media Mess & Dad joke regrets
Episode 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...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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31:48
Episode 23: Brown or Red, 7-7?? Deliveries & PM for Pensioners
Lew 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 ch...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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27:48
Episode 22: British Sayings, Jungle Line Up & Dad Jokes Galore Episode
In 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 saying...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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34:50
Episode 21: Just Showing Up Is Enough
This 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 to...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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11:17
Episode 20: Why is it taking so long!, AI or NOT? & Knock Knock
🎙️ 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...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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27:54
Episode 19: British Myths, Firework Rants & “The Dog Don’t Like My Boyfriend!”
Autumn’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?🇬...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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37:32
Episode 18: Things We Don’t Need Anymore, Courier Chaos & Neighbour Etiquette
📺 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 w...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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32:38
Episode 17: Saturday Night Ain’t Right, Presenters Can’t Cut It & Romance Expiry Date
It’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 Gladia...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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35:13
Episode 16: Lottery Secret, Brit Card Beef & “You didn’t get me anything?”
In 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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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39:20
Episode 15: Gamers R Crazy, BOOK YOUR SLOT & Uncle Fester?
In 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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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50:10
Episode 14: UF-NO?, Old Habits, Unnecessary Renewals & Our First PR Package
This 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 Ea...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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39:25
Episode 13: Quick-Fire Gripes, Tube Strikes & Blunt Truths
This 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 paveme...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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49:58
Episode 12: Autumn Adults, Flags are Flying & Dinner for One?
We’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 Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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38:22
Episode 11: The French, Knobbly Knees & I Can’t Speak French
Cockney & 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 cul...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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45:07
Episode 10: “On Tour: From Hayling Island to the Riviera”
Double 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.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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35:42