Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

This week, Ash takes Oscar on a trip to make some core memories which might just earn him Dad of the Year.
Meanwhile, Matt is trying to avoid kicking off another sibling rivalry while celebrating Marlie's birthday, but one very unimpressed child isn't exactly sold on the entertainment.
Plus the boys settle the debate on Australia's favourite biscuit, say goodbye to one of our OG listeners and finally retire one of the worst nappy bags we've ever seen (sorry, Vic).
And Ash has a new book! You can preorder it here
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We've had plenty of parenting experts on the podcast lately and while we've loved every bit of advice they've shared, today's guest brings something just as valuable.
Jackson Wray isn't a doctor or parenting guru. But he's an expert in showing up every day for his daughter, Frankie.
Frankie is four years old and lives with severe cerebral palsy, blindness and epilepsy. While many might expect Jackson's story to be one of heartbreak, it's actually one filled with love, gratitude and positivity.
Together with his wife Alex, Jackson shares glimpses into their family's life, and it's impossible not to be inspired by Frankie's determination and joy. She continues to prove that her diagnosis doesn't define what's possible.
This conversation is full of perspective, hope and a reminder of what really matters in parenting. We hope you love it as much as we did.
It's one that will stay with you long after it ends.
If you'd like to follow Jackson, Alex & Frankie's story you can do so here.
If you'd like to buy a Frankie t-shirt to support a charity that helps her you can get them here.
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Hosts: Matty J & Ash Wicks
Producer: Vic
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The boys are getting sentimental this week - after three years of recording everywhere from kitchen tables to borrowed spaces, they're finally settling into their very own podcast studio and enjoying the fruits of their labour.
Ash shares the full, gruesome story behind his recent tooth extraction and how he narrowly escaped the clutches of the "tooth salesman".
While, Matty is deep in the trenches of solo parenting, battling exhaustion, endless responsibilities, and two daughters who have somehow negotiated permanent residency in his bed.
Plus, the songs that made us cry, the unexpected tracks that hit us right in the feels and a debate every parent can relate to: should we already be pushing our kids to do homework or should it stay within school hours?
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Hosts: Matty J & Ash Wicks
Producer: Vic
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It's another Housekeeping episode and the boys are tackling one of parenting's toughest questions: should footy ever come before fatherhood?
Matty reveals he's been flying solo while Laura and Nanna are away, so Vic suggests a little "tandem parenting" to help get through the chaos.
Meanwhile, Ash's snack monster tendencies strike again, this time putting Oscar's birthday lolly bags in serious jeopardy.
Plus, the boys weigh in on the latest breaking news from the pram parking front.
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Hosts: Matty J & Ash Wicks
Producer: Vic
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Ash is having a rough week. Not only is he battling a toothache, but it also cost him a shot at some much-needed romance.
He's also got an all-time "poonami" story after literally following his nose to discover one of his kids was hiding a nasty surprise.
Meanwhile, Matt is flying solo on parenting duties and soaking up all the praise, while testing what he believes is a groundbreaking parenting hack - strategically offloading his kids onto families they meet at the park.
Plus, the boys go head-to-head on a parenting debate that divides plenty of families: is it actually good for kids to sleep in your bed?
And more smart parenting hacks from the Doters who really are some of the smartest parents going around.
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Hosts: Matty J & Ash Wicks
Producer: Vic
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