Mike & Vittorio's Guide to Parenting
Two childless Irish comedians in London host a 'parenting' podcast that is ironically about everything except parenting.
This is a classic 'two comedians talking' podcast, framed by the ironic hook of being a parenting guide. In reality, it's a chaotic and hilarious exploration of the hosts' friendship, anxieties, and shared experience as Irish comics in London. Episodes are built on spiraling tangents and passionate, funny arguments about everything from the ethics of using decorative cushions to the philosophy of Eckhart Tolle.
“The show's most distinctive feature is the ironic 'parenting' title, which directly contrasts with the childless hosts and the actual content. Their dynamic—a blend of genuine friendship and hilariously aggressive, often overlapping arguments—sets them apart from more structured comedy podcasts.”
Who hosts this show
Mike & Vittorio's Guide to Parenting is a weekly podcast hosted by London-based Irish comedians Mike Rice and Vittorio Angelone. The show's title is intentionally misleading; the hosts have no children and never discuss parenting, instead engaging in free-flowing, argumentative, and tangential conversations about their own lives, pop culture, mental health, and philosophy. The dynamic is defined by their chaotic energy, personal anecdotes, and frequent comedic disagreements over trivial matters.
Credentials & credits
- Mike Rice: Stand-up comedian, started in Chicago, headlines clubs in UK/Ireland.
- Vittorio Angelone: Stand-up comedian, Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer nominee (2022).
- Vittorio Angelone: Released YouTube stand-up specials 'Translations' and 'Who Do You Think You Are? I Am!'.
- Mike Rice: Released YouTube special 'An Irish Disgrace'.
- Vittorio Angelone: Trained as a classical musician before starting comedy.
- Mike Rice: Finalist for Channel 4's Sean Lock Award (2023).
Other ventures
- Mike Rice: Co-hosts 'Big Mike and The Chief' podcast with Rob Moriarty.
- Vittorio Angelone: Co-creator and writer of 'Fin vs The Internet'.
- Mike Rice: Previously hosted 'The Mike Rice Show' podcast.
- Vittorio Angelone: Has supported comedians like Russell Howard, Jason Manford, and Adam Rowe on tour.
- Mike Rice: Has appeared on the 'Have a Word' podcast.
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01The undefeated negative thoughtsJun 25, 2026 · 1 min
- 02178. World Cup Special (with Ed Night)Jun 25, 2026 · 1h 12m
- 03Still celebrating Pride Month over here at Guide to ParentingJun 22, 2026 · 42s
- 04Our boy is all grown upJun 21, 2026 · 1 min
- 05177. Bourdain - Mike & Vittorio's Guide to ParentingJun 18, 2026 · 1h 08m
- 06176. Church (with Rob Moriarty) - Mike & Vittorio's Guide to ParentingJun 11, 2026 · 1h 21m
- 07175. Birthday - Mike & Vittorio's Guide to ParentingJun 4, 2026 · 1h 03m
- 08174. LA - Mike & Vittorio's Guide to ParentingMay 28, 2026 · 1h 12m
Notable episodes
- 01176. Church (with Rob Moriarty)
Features a long, comedic argument over party planning and a host's detailed story of a profound spiritual experience, which contrasts with the show's usual tone.
- 02175. Birthday
A host recounts losing his phone after taking unprescribed Ritalin, leading to a discussion on anxiety, depression, and Eckhart Tolle's 'The Power of Now'.
- 03177. Bourdain
Includes a candid discussion about a host's recent relapse with alcohol after five months of sobriety, alongside comedic riffs on pop culture terms like 'girl dinner'.
- 04178. World Cup Special (with Ed Night)
The hosts create a memorable analogy comparing negative thoughts to Lionel Messi (natural talent) and positive thoughts to Cristiano Ronaldo (requiring hard work).
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a co-hosted conversational show, not an interview format. The style is chaotic, energetic, and tangential, with hosts frequently interrupting and talking over one another in a friendly but argumentative way. Episodes are unstructured and often feature long, comedic arguments over minor personal disagreements, improvised songs, and personal anecdotes.
Signature segments
- · Comedic arguments over trivial matters
- · Improvised, absurd songs
- · Spiraling into unrelated tangents
- · Addressing the producer 'Comlong'
- · Closing sign-off with names and recording date
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not feature traditional interview guests. Occasionally, other comedians like Ed Night or Rob Moriarty join as a third co-host, seamlessly integrating into the existing conversational and argumentative format.
- Ed Nighton 178. World Cup Special (with Ed Night)
- Rob Moriartyon 176. Church (with Rob Moriarty)
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily supported directly by listeners through Patreon. It also features some brand sponsorships, such as clothing companies and VPN services.
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People also ask
- What are the hosts' real names?
- The hosts are Irish comedians Mike Rice and Vittorio Angelone.
- Is this actually a podcast about parenting?
- No, the title is ironic. The hosts are childless and the podcast is a comedic conversation about a wide range of other topics.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a conversational comedy podcast between two co-hosts, who are sometimes joined by a third comedian. The format is unstructured, tangential, and often argumentative.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it is an active podcast that releases episodes weekly.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube and major audio podcast platforms.
- Who are the hosts?
- Mike Rice and Vittorio Angelone are both professional stand-up comedians based in London. Vittorio was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, and Mike has toured internationally.
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- [01]Vittorio Angelone - Official Websitevittorioangelone.com
- [02]Mike Rice Comedy - Official Websitemikericecomedy.com
- [03]Vittorio Angelone - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]Mike Rice's Comedy Profile | Hot Water Comedy Clubhotwatercomedy.co.uk
- [05]Mike & Vittorio's Guide to Parenting | Patreonpatreon.com
- [06]Mike Rice - Lisa Richards Agencylisarichards.ie
- [07]Vittorio Angelone: Translations (Full Comedy Special)youtube.com
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