Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

Today's guest is an absolute legend when it comes to understanding boys... and judging by this chat, parents too.
Tim French is a father of two boys, a teacher, and now a parent educator who's helped countless young men find their feet when they've lost their way.
He's seen struggling teenagers become school captains and says the key isn't tougher parenting or stricter rules — it's connection. A common interest, a shared goal, and adults who genuinely care.
In this episode, Tim shares practical advice on how to talk to boys in a way that actually gets through, the phrases parents should avoid, and the surprisingly simple moments when kids are most likely to open up.
And if you've ever worried about the influence of the manosphere, social media, or where your son is getting his ideas from, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.
You can find Tim at www.instagram.com/coachingwithtim
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Cover your kids ears for this ep because there's a whole lotta adults only chat on board.
Matt's girls walked in on something he'd rather they hadn't (don't worry, it's not as bad as it sounds).
Ash's all hot under the collar because April's doing party pumps.
Plus we debate the great parenting dilemma: is a child-free holiday self-care or selfish?
And one of the all-time smartest dinner hacks with kids.
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This week the guys are tackling the big questions facing Australia... and it's all centred around a beloved birthday party ritual that seems to have fallen by the wayside.
Ash also thanks everyone for their outpour of support for his sobriety journey but there's one Doter letter that leads him down a rabbit hole.
Plus Matt digs a little deeper into why Ash still feels like he's going through the biggest break-up of his life.
It's another emotional ep so grab the tissues and settle in.
If this chat raises any feelings for you - you can see help from:
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https://www.lifeline.org.au/
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
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This week the boys are carrying on like feuding brothers who’ve just been told they need to share a bedroom.
There’s tension over paint samples, furniture choices and the studio fit-out, forcing Vic to step-in and split them up.
Meanwhile, Vic gives the guys a much-needed education on geriatric pregnancies and period cycles… because, unsurprisingly, they are deeply clueless.
Ash is convinced he may be raising a child prodigy & there’s a song that could be giving Oscar an unfair competitive advantage.
And Matt’s feeling slightly sheepish after caving on a parenting rule he swore he’d never break.
It's another week of the good, the bad, the relatable and absolutely no advice.
Consider yourself a smart shopper? Take the ALDI IQ Test today at www.IQ.ALDI.com.au and find out if you’re a true grocery genius... or not.
ALDI. Good different.
If you need a shoulder to cry on:
Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads
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You might remember Holly Nicholson from winning the heart of Pilot Jimmy on The Bachelor - but these days her biggest challenge is negotiating with a toddler and surviving motherhood on minimal sleep.
Since finding reality TV love, Holly’s gotten married, had baby Lenny and built a loyal following by sharing the very real side of mum life… and not just the cute Instagram bits.
From toddler meltdowns to the relentless chaos of raising a tiny human, Holly’s refreshingly honest about the parts of motherhood that are messy, mundane and occasionally make you question your sanity.
In this chat, Holly opens up about her struggles to fall pregnant, the challenges that came after Lenny arrived, and the things you should absolutely never say to a pregnant woman unless you’ve got a death wish.
If this chat raises any feelings for you - you can see help from:
https://www.panda.org.au/
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
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Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads
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