Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

We’re back with another housekeeping ep and the boys are ripping through the to-do list this week — from parenting lies and par-rants to a couple of doter dilemmas thrown in for good measure.
The guys unpack the backlash around “new baby on board” commuter badges… and let’s just say they’ve got thoughts.
They also launch an investigation into the most spirit-breaking kids toys ever invented - particularly the ones lovingly gifted by certain mothers-in-law.
Matty reflects on his early newborn days and the loneliness that can hit when there’s no dads group or village to lean on.
Plus there’s another birthday party etiquette drama and this time Ash has had to call it in to April which lands him in more hot water.
As always: plenty of enthusiasm, very little advice.
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This week, we're laying all our worst habits on the table.
From snoring to bath-time dinners and a comment that quickly veered into dangerous territory, the boys aren't exactly covering themselves in glory.
Add in a stressful studio fit-out and a few petty squabbles and things are getting a little tense.
Meanwhile, Nanna's battling a mountain of washing thanks to the endless rain, while Ash puts his secret first-aid skills to the test after Macy takes a tumble.
Plus, one of the smartest breakfast parenting hacks we've heard in ages.
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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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