It's almost the start of the school year so you know what that means? New term, de-worm!

Th boys sample a smorgasbord of worming chocolate for your listening pleasure. 

But the taste tests don't stop there... to celebrate 201 episodes together the boys take a little quiz to see who knows who the best and the loser has to drink baby formula (although let's just say he enjoyed it a little bit too much).

Matt admits he's already failed at all his new years resolutions while Ash reveals he's kept a big one, forcing Matt to retract his comments last week and apologise for ever doubting him.

Matt also details some big changes that have been made in their household surrounding Poppy and how it will affect his sleep... and the show!

Plus Matt did something on holiday that left Ash baffled and Ash has a hack that can help save you from the endless questions from the kids these school holidays.

Join the boys in solidarity as they try to survive the final weeks of school holidays!

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From babies and grandbabies to catfishing and condom lessons, this chat is full of laughs as well as a whole lotta love from big softie, Matty Acton.

You might recognise his voice from Aussie radio where he's been talking on-air for the past 20 years and while he might still look fresh-faced, don't be fooled, this 38-year-old is a wealth of parenting knowledge.

Because Matty isn't just a Dad to three amazing kids, he's also now a Grandad and boy does he have some stories to share.

He's seen it all, from the sleepless newborn phase, to toddler chaos, scary teen dramas and now seeing his son get married and have his own baby. 

There are so many takeaways from Matty to try out on your own kids - even Matt & Ash were taking notes!

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It's the new year and the boys are wasting no time getting out their new years' resolutions.

But can they actually stick to them? Some are achievable, some are... less so.

Let's just say there is a boat and a new language involved so stay tuned. 

The boys realise they're officially getting old when everything at the playground gives them vertigo or has them seeing double from dizziness.

And Matt reveals he's finally found a new babysitter but could it leave Nanna out of a job!?

All will be revealed... so take a listen!

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The boys have brought back "The Oracle", Gen Muir, for some advice before school goes back and how to avoid those post school meltdowns.

Lola is starting big school and Marlie and Oscar are both moving up a year - a big transition for our little ones.

Gen teaches the boys how to get the kids (mentally) school ready as well as how to prep them for any  problems that may arise... and it could all come down to a lunchbox.

Matt opens up about his biggest fears for the girls at school, while Ash is surprised to find his past school fears bubbling to the surface while discussing Oscars'.

Once again Gen has loads of take home advice plus a great, new card game to play with the kids (and the boys) that'll get them giving you more than one word answers after school.

This is one episode that you'll want to share with your fellow parents.

Give your kids the reading edge they need with ABC Reading Eggs.

Head to readingeggs.com.au/2DD for your 30-day free trial and make this school year their best one yet!

You can buy Gen's High, Low, Buffalo cards here. 

Or follow Gen's amazing advice here or her instagram here. 

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Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! 

Aw, remember when Poppy was just a twinkle in Dad's eye? 

When Matt announced he was going on I'm A Celeb and the both tried to eat a century egg?

When Ash went to a school parent pizza night.. or was it a something more sinister?

Relive these moments before the boys are back from holidays and we get stuck into another year of shenanigans !

ALSO GIVE US A REVIEW FOR THE WELLBEING OF MATT !

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1. Taylah Montoya - How Taylah found out she was having Twins
2. Wholesome Sarah - How Sarah's struggle with breastfeeding led to a dramatic turn of events.  
3. Reggie Bird - Recalls being run over by an old man on a mobility scooter
4. Jessie Stephens - Shares feelings of depression during pregnancy and how it's important to seek help. 
5. Ryan Jon – How his biological mother gave him the gift of a big life.

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Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was!

1. Ash is finally diagnosed with severe adult ADHD
2. Matty J's sister loved to dress-up her brother back in the day
3. Listener question – Mum of a one-year-old is fighting with her partner. This is your PSA to take it easy on yourself!
4. Ash and April’s sleep routines include peculiar meditations 

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Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was!

1. Matty J has a kink for pregnant women!
2. Ash is blamed for destroying the father’s door when he was 5 years old
3. Nana shares a Parenting Lie that involves the PlayStation
4. ***TW*** Body Autonomy with child psychologist Victoria Barendsen 

• For parents and children:
  • Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 for confidential counselling for children and young people.
  • Lifeline: 13 11 14 for crisis support and suicide prevention.
• For reporting concerns:
  • Mandatory Reporting: Contact the relevant state or territory child safety authority, such as the National Office for Child Safety in Australia (132 111 for NSW).

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Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was!

1. Chontel Duncan - Son’s close call to drowning and shares the importance of pool safety during summer.
2. Becky Lucas – The comedian's struggle to come to terms with her son’s heart condition.
3. Ben Tate – Ben Tate shares the rollercoaster of the day his daughter Zara was born.
4. Sam Frost – During her labour experience, Sam's partner Jordy asked for a Panadol!
5. Hugo Toovey – The confronting truth of planning your son's life without you in it. 
6. Sassy Scott – 6-year surrogacy journey that led to becoming a father to twin boys.

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We're at Ash's house today and Matt's already snooping around checking out the new pad.

Luckily for us, April was home, so we brought her in to chat to the boys on life with Ash.

And does she spill the tea or what!? Let's just say a war of words erupts and Matt is loving his front row seat to it all.

The boys also discuss how much work it takes to keep up the magic of Christmas as Matty tries (and fails) to recruit Ash to join the Elf on the Shelf trend.

And with Santa arriving tonight, Ash reveals he's facing all sorts of questions about how the big man in red will get into their new place to deliver presents.

Happy Christmas doters - we hope you have a wonderful and safe celebration with family and friends.

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Like so many others, we’re still trying to come to terms with the scale and impact of the recent attack in Bondi. As a result, we’ve made the decision to pause our usual episode schedule - it didn’t feel right to continue as normal, and we appreciate your understanding.

We also want to acknowledge the civilians and first responders who stepped forward in moments of unthinkable danger. Your courage and compassion made a difference when it mattered most.

Our thoughts are with the Jewish community and everyone directly affected.

If this event has triggered past or present trauma or has left you feeling overwhelmed professional support is available at:

Lifeline 13 11 14

Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36

PANDA 1300 726 306

Mental Health Line 1800 011 511

Transcultural Mental Health Line 1800 648 911

How to talk to your kids about what happened - advice here

If you would like to donate blood head to www.lifeblood.com.au

If you would like to donate to the victim's families head to:

Matilda's family

Rabbi Eli Schlanger's family

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