Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash
Matty J & Ash
Two Doting Dads is a podcast series that follows the parenting escapades of two good mates, Matty J and Ash Wicks. Like all good modern relationships, they met on Instagram and instantly bonded over the fact that they were both sleep-deprived Dads doing their best to dote over their two children. They share a very laid-back style to parenting, they don't pretend to be experts and they celebrate every single parenting mishap (which there are plenty). If you're listening for parenting advice, you've come to the wrong podcast.
- 44 minutes 43 seconds#137 Drunk Tooth Fairies, Spicy Reno Opinions And An Expensive Accident
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:
- What is a reasonable amount of tooth fairy money?
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8 April 2025, 7:00 pm - 49 minutes 12 seconds#136 Reggie "Bird' Sorensen Faces The Reality Of Never Seeing Her Kids Again
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:
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6 April 2025, 7:00 pm - 53 minutes#135 Getting Caught With Your Pants Down
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!
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1 April 2025, 6:00 pm - 44 minutes 7 seconds#134 You've Got The Wrong Child!
🚨 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?
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25 March 2025, 6:00 pm - 50 minutes 43 seconds#133 KLP Wasn't Prepared For How Different Her Births Would Be
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.
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23 March 2025, 6:00 pm - 44 minutes 37 seconds#132 Daycare Contraband, Rollercoaster Bus And Lie Busting
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:
- Do you have any regrets about the name of your child?
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18 March 2025, 7:05 pm - 47 minutes 15 seconds#131 Body Slamming, Touching Towels And Sleeping Rules
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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11 March 2025, 6:00 pm - 52 minutes 38 seconds#130 Becky Lucas: Preparing my newborn for open heart surgery
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
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9 March 2025, 6:00 pm - 40 minutes 47 seconds#129 It's Finally Caught Up To Me
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:
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Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF): Offers information, advice, and services to help with addiction recovery.
- Website: adf.org.au
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Beyond Blue: Provides support for mental health issues, often linked with addiction.
- Helpline: 1300 22 4636
- Website: beyondblue.org.au
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Lifeline: Offers crisis support for individuals in need.
- Helpline: 13 11 14
- Website: lifeline.org.au
Each organisation offers resources, hotlines, and guidance on seeking help and managing recovery.
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4 March 2025, 6:00 pm -
- 57 minutes 10 seconds#128 Daddy Is Back From The Jungle
Matty J has returned from the South African jungle after spending 29 gruelling days removed from civilisation.
Matt and Ash answer all of your I'm A Celebrity questions, from behind-the-scenes secrets to post-production comedowns.
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25 February 2025, 6:00 pm - 45 minutes 2 seconds#127 Cricketer Megan Schutt On Sperm Donation And Her Premmie Baby
Megan Schutt is an Australian fast bowler who is mum to little Rylee.
Schutt and her wife Jess became parents through the process of reciprocal IVF, where Megan's egg is fertilised using donor sperm and implanted into Jess's womb.
Despite falling pregnant quickly, Jess' pregnancy was high-risk and led to Rylee's premature birth at only 24 weeks during the height of COVID-19.
Megan shares how her family navigated the sperm donation process, Jess' high-risk pregnancy and how they took care of Rylee after her premature birth.
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