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Trish Johns is a mum, a straight shooter, and a woman with quiet strength and a wicked sense of humour.
She grew up pumping petrol at the local servo in Newcastle, was the spirited one in her massive Italian family, and somehow ended up marrying Matty Johns despite turning him down the first time.
Trish opens up about raising Cooper and Jack (and what it’s like having them move back home as adults), the chaos of parenting two very different boys, and her breast cancer diagnosis. She shares why she didn’t tell the boys straight away, how she got through two surgeries, and why she wants women to stop waiting and get checked early.
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Two Doting Dads dedicate this episode to those affected by suicide.
Please know that no matter how hard it is, Ash will tell you it always gets better.
If you, or anyone you know, is going through a tough time, please call
Lifeline 13 11 14
Ash has received a bit of Karma this week from the pet parents.
Matty J tackles Marlie-Mae's Oral Exam the night before it's due and let's just say, we're worried about how she went...
Plus, we let you Par-RANT, a segment where Matty J and Ash listen to your parent rants.
We also answer your questions:
When was the last time you had a fight with your partner? Top 3 things you swore you never would do before becoming a parent...that you do now.
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Ash is falling apart after experiencing a dumb little injury, and Matty J is not sympathetic.
The kids are waking up to the realities of becoming a functioning human in society and complaining about doing homework.
Macy is up to her antics again, pretending to be eating all of her dinner when, in reality, someone else is eating it for her.
Plus, we let you Par-RANT, a segment where Matty J and Ash listen to your parent rants.
We also answer your questions:
What are your thoughts on letting your kids sleep over at other people’s houses? Top 3 baby items you'd actually re-buy?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Dave Hughes is a comedian, radio host, and chaotic dad of three. His stories about fatherhood, fame, and the time he got way too high on weed gummies in Hawaii.
Hughesy opens up about growing up with an alcoholic father, getting punched by Brother O’Brien at school, and the moment he met his wife Holly.
Matty J and Ash talk pocket money dramas with his kids, the realities of raising teenagers, and whether he’s actually serious about having more children at this stage of life.
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Is it just me, or am I hurtling towards middle age?
Ash is all backed up this week and scares Macy in the process. He also recalls #1002 of his not-so-fantastic moments that involved seeing a friend for the first time since she fell pregnant.
Matty J takes little Marlie-Mae for a bike ride around town and shows her how easily it is to fall into the trap of a miscommunication...
Plus, we let you Par-RANT, a segment where Matty J and Ash listen to your parent rants.
We also answer your questions:
How do you introduce your children to their new sibling? What's the lamest injury you've ever received?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Nana is back on the pod, and this time she's setting things straight after being accused of spilling the pregnancy beans to Ash. Protect Ellie at all costs!
Meanwhile, Matty J takes Marlie-Mae to horse school (?) and spends his week flipping people off.
We have a new segment! It's called Par-RANT, where Matty J and Ash hear your parent rants.
We also answer your questions:
Do you think dads should receive equal parental leave as mums? Baby items that are a scam!BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Jessie Stephens fell in love at work with her boss’s son, Luca Levigne. What started as an office romance turned into a life together, and they now have a daughter, Luna, who is almost two.
Jessie opens up about the spiciness of that early relationship, the reality of prenatal depression, and the pressure to “get everything done” before birth that left her feeling emotionally flat.
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If we tell you too much, we'll give it away!
Just know that Ash is THRILLED. Matty J, too 😉
We also answer your questions:
What are your top 3 naughty names?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Remember when Ash was the reason why his father's car door was ripped apart and had to live with the consequences many years later?
No? Well, his sister Beth does! Matty J and Ash demand that she come clean and explain what really happened almost 28 years ago.
Meanwhile, Macy has hit another milestone, this time during swimming lessons. Her growing independence is making things extra difficult for Dad.
Let's face it, children don't know what they want. Matty J shares how he tried to prevent Lola from drowning despite demanding to be left ALONE!
We have a new segment! It's called Par-RANT, where Matty J and Ash hear your parent rants.
We also answer your questions:
What are your top kid's songs? What's the longest you've gone without washing your kids?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Ben Tate may just be the biggest social media dad we’ve had on the pod. You probably know him as one-half of Ben and Zara, the father-daughter duo behind those viral lip-sync videos. However, behind the fun and fame lies a pretty wild story.
Ben grew up in the entertainment world, acting in ads and TV shows. He lived life on unpredictable schedules and short-term contracts. That was all fine... until the birth of his daughter Zara nearly nine years ago.
Her arrival came with a dramatic birth story and a major wake-up call, one that forced Ben to step away from something that was quietly pulling his life off course.
For anyone struggling with addiction or seeking support, here are some helpful resources in Australia:
Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF): Offers information, advice, and services to help with addiction recovery.
Website: adf.org.auBeyond Blue: Provides support for mental health issues, often linked with addiction.
Helpline: 1300 22 4636 Website: beyondblue.org.auLifeline: Offers crisis support for individuals in need.
Helpline: 13 11 14 Website: lifeline.org.auEach organisation offers resources, hotlines, and guidance on seeking help and managing recovery.
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How do you know that you're "getting on"?
Some say grey spotting, perhaps rickety knees, but for Matty J and Ash...it's a hairy butt-crack.
This week, it's Marlie-Mae's turn to run the cross-country, and she's not keen. Her father gives her a pep-talk that his very own mother used to give him when he was Marlie's age.
What's the most you'll pay for school uniforms? Matty J makes a rookie move after being upsold at the local uniform shop.
Ash has had ANOTHER flashback, and there is a twist that no one could have predicted.
And Miss Macy has hit a new milestone and may as well be ready to move out.
We also answer your questions:
What are the worst gifts you can give your child?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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Today marks day one of medicated Ash! Have you noticed a difference in his "spark"? Nah, neither do we!
Matt, on the other hand, feels frosty after receiving very mixed reviews online when he and Laura reveal their bathroom reno.
Ash has another childhood flashback after visiting a gallery on the weekend. You'll understand why the flashback memory will be forever seared in his memory.
Plus, did you catch the viral clip of singer Chappel Roan and her comments about her friends who are parents? Matt and Ash share their thoughts, and things get heated.
We also answer your questions:
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It's easy to understand why Reggie "Bird" Sorensen is so beloved by the public and the people around her.
From winning Big Brother twice, to connecting with people on this years I'm A Celebrity Get My Out Of Here Australia, you can always rely on Reggie to bring the laughs no matter how dark the situation.
But Reggie’s faced more challenges than most, from growing up in Tassie with her mum's struggles with schizophrenia to her own diagnosis of Usher Syndrome, which has left her navigating the world with pinhole vision. To top it all off, her youngest, Lucas, lives with cystic fibrosis.
Despite this, Reggie makes sure she's the best mum to Mia and Lucas by making the most of what she's got and cracking a few laughs along the way.
Support Reggie by following her on social media:
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@reggievision_tv
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reggiebirdbb/?hl=en
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Ash has found himself in a compromising position after dropping the kids off at school. Will he ever recover?
Let's face it, probably not.
Over at the Johnson household, Lola has given up her dummy addiction...or has she?! You can never be too sure with that kid.
We also answer your questions:
Best TV shows that don't drive you insane!BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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🚨 Breaking news 🚨
Ash is shocked to find out that his son has been awarded a title that only well-behaved kids receive!
Ash also experiences a bout of PTSD after watching Oscar accept his award.
Matty J and Laura have decided to bring Lola's schooling forward and prepare her for Kindy.
Mr Johnson has also been up to no good - is he in the wrong?!
We also answer your questions:
What is the correct seating arrangement for flying?BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE
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KLP, or Kristy Lee Peters, knows exactly how to get your kids to dance silly and make the parents' feet tap.
KLP has been cooking up a tune since she was a kid, from featuring in that iconic Lube Mobil ad, Real Blonds 00s girl group, triple j's House Party, and she now fills out rooms for adults at night and kids by day.
She juggles this alongside her main gig as a mum to Sienna and Monty with her partner Nick.
KLP shares how different her girls' births were, the dilemma of waffle stomping and managing what feels like the inevitable mum guilt.
CHECK OUT DIVER CITY HERE
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Keeping the kids entertained is just another form of parent torture.
This week, the Wicks decided to spend "family day" at the big shops, but who needs a car when you can jump on the rollercoaster double-decker bus?
It could not have been more of a disaster.
Matty J. and Laura have gotten into a tiff about daycare contraband. Who do you think is in the right?
Parenting Lies has returned, and this week, Matty J shares an ingenious lie his mother, Ellie, told him growing up that he has only just discovered!
We also answer your questions:
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The beach rules have changed: gone are the days when you could mark your territory with a towel.
Matty J was left SHOCKED after discovering this firsthand when he took the kids to the beach over the weekend.
Turns out it wasn't an isolated experience, as Ash found himself in a similar situation.
What do you think? What is the right way to mark your territory at the beach?
Ash also updates us on Vegas (yeah, it must be nice to be away from the kids for three nights and enjoy Sin City!)
Matt is also dealing with Marlie's missing school hats. If found, please return!
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Becky Lucas is one of Australia's favourite comedians. She knows how to disarm a crowd with her endearing humour and quick wit as she tries to express how she really feels about the state of the world.
In 2023 when Becky was pregnant, she went in for a routine scan and found out that her baby had a complex heart condition that would require open heart surgery.
On top of the regular anxiety that follows the birth of a new baby, she was dealing with cardiologist appointments and constant fears about his health. Amongst the utter joy of getting to know her beautiful baby George, there were so many dark days where she didn’t feel like life could ever be good again.
Since George underwent surgery, doctors have said his heart looks pristine and he's a happy and healthy, thriving baby. Becky will worry about him forever, as every parent does, but she's going to do her best to hold that anxiety in and let him live his life as a normal kid.
Go see Becky touring her new show 'Things Have Changed, But The Essence Remains' around the country.
Tickets can be found here
https://www.livenation.com.au/becky-lucas-tickets-adp1293407#national
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It's Ash's turn to update Matty J on what's been happening while he's been in the throws of the jungle.
During a tiny blip of focus, Ash has decided to test for ADHD, which has inevitably kicked off the process of diagnosis.
While the process has been confronting, Ash quickly discovers why being diagnosed is worthwhile.
Meanwhile, an Aussie TV star has saved Matt's life, and Ash feels forced into doing this one thing at the park.
Keep in mind this chat mentions thoughts of self-harm; here are some helpful resources in Australia:
Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF): Offers information, advice, and services to help with addiction recovery.
Website: adf.org.auBeyond Blue: Provides support for mental health issues, often linked with addiction.
Helpline: 1300 22 4636 Website: beyondblue.org.auLifeline: Offers crisis support for individuals in need.
Helpline: 13 11 14 Website: lifeline.org.auEach organisation offers resources, hotlines, and guidance on seeking help and managing recovery.
Listen to CLOUD here
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cloud/id1796964076
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Buy our book, which is now available in-store!
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- Visa fler
