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Two Doting Dads with 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…
Episodes
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#158 Teaching Children Body Autonomy with Psychologist Victoria Barendsen
***TW*** This week we've created space to chat with registered psychologist, Victoria Barendsen, who specialises in working with children and provides sexual…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#157 Sam Frost On Birth Scares, Therapy And The Messy Part of Parenting
Sam Frost doesn’t do warm-ups. She knew her partner Jordie was the one from the very beginning, and so, they quickly became parents. That set the tone…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#156 It's A Special Little Boy's Birthday
Turns out October is baby-making season because it's everyone's birthday this June/July! Marlie-Mae celebrates her 6th birthday, and her father is sent into a…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#155 Preparing For Baby Number 3
Ash committed the crime of all husband crimes and, as a consequence, is left living with a stink for the next week. Meanwhile, Ash and his wife April are…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#154 The Postpartum Cliff With Australian Birth Stories Sophie Walker
Sophie Walker, host of Australian Birth Stories is here to talk all things birth, babies and what comes after. Sophie shares the realities of postpartum…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#153 Peanut Butter Lunch, Stool Samples And Fake Illnesses
Poor Oscar, Ash's son, has to learn one of the hardest lessons a kid has to learn this week. Meanwhile, Ash gets recognised at possibly the worst moment…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#152 We'd Like To Make A Formal Apology
Matty J has returned from Bali with his tail between his legs after spilling the beans about Life Uncut's Britt Hockley's wedding. Except he doesn't remember…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#151 What's A Doula And Do I Need One?
Have you ever thought about hiring a trained companion for your next birth? Alice Worthy is a Modern Doula, and she is paid to hold a woman's hand as she…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#150 Mum Wicks Is In The House!
Gotta catch 'em all! Mum Wicks has finally made her way onto the show! Yes, Ashton's mother has (reluctantly) said yes to being questioned about the antics of…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#149 Never Say This To A Parent
Matty J and Ash brave the week with another set of challenges with the kids! Who knew parenthood was such a rough sport? Laura AND Ellie are away, living their…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#148 Trish Is The Backbone Of The Johns Family
Trish Johns is a mum, a straight shooter, and a woman with quiet strength and a wicked sense of humour. She grew up pumping petrol at the local servo in…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#147 There's A Flaw In The System
Two Doting Dads dedicate this episode to those affected by suicide. Please know that no matter how hard it is, Ash will tell you it always gets better. If you…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#146 One Moment You’re Fine, The Next You’re in a Neckbrace
Ash is falling apart after experiencing a dumb little injury, and Matty J is not sympathetic. The kids are waking up to the realities of becoming a functioning…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#145 Only Thing Hughesy Loves More Than A Gig… Is His Family
Dave Hughes is a comedian, radio host, and chaotic dad of three. His stories about fatherhood, fame, and the time he got way too high on weed gummies in…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#144 Why Does Everything Hurt?
Is it just me, or am I hurtling towards middle age? Ash is all backed up this week and scares Macy in the process. He also recalls #1002 of his…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#143 The Great Pregnancy Leak
Nana is back on the pod, and this time she's setting things straight after being accused of spilling the pregnancy beans to Ash. Protect Ellie at all costs!…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#142 Jessie Stephens On Workplace Romance, Baby Highs And Prenatal Depression
Jessie Stephens fell in love at work with her boss’s son, Luca Levigne. What started as an office romance turned into a life together, and they now have…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#141 WE HAVE BIG NEWS
If we tell you too much, we'll give it away! Just know that Ash is THRILLED. Matty J, too 😉 We also answer your questions: What are your top 3 naughty names?…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#140 Two Ranting Parents
Remember when Ash was the reason why his father's car door was ripped apart and had to live with the consequences many years later? No? Well, his sister Beth…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#139 Dad With Millions Of Followers Shares His Sobriety Journey
Ben Tate may just be the biggest social media dad we’ve had on the pod. You probably know him as one-half of Ben and Zara, the father-daughter duo behind…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#138 Guilty Until Proven Otherwise
How do you know that you're "getting on"? Some say grey spotting, perhaps rickety knees, but for Matty J and Ash...it's a hairy butt-crack. This week, it's…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#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…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#126 Big First Birthday's, Troublemaking Kids And Hangover Bribes
Daddy Matty is recharging his batteries after spending 5 weeks in the South African jungle. Thank you for all of the support you've given Matty! Comedian and…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & AshLet's Crown Daddy The King Of The Jungle!
Matty J is in the Top 3 for I'm A Celeb...Get Me Out Of Here! You know what’s even better? Taking home the crown and donating $100,000 to the Starlight…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#125 Angry Bottoms, First Day Of School Panic And Unhelpful Toddlers
Mama Laura Byrne is back to filling in for her husband while he soaks in the last few remaining days in the jungle and is child free. Meanwhile, Laura…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#124 Gus Worland On The Best Advice For Being A Parent
Gus Worland has devoted his life to saving lives and being a solid dad and husband. After losing a mentor and father figure to suicide, Gus co-founded Gotcha 4…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#123 Kids Have Grandparents Wrapped Around Their Tiny Finger
Mum and Dad have finally found time to reflect on the week that was in the Wicks household. April catches Prince Oscar living his best life with his slave…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#122 Naughty Street Kids, Poo Baths And Telling Off Over People's Offspring
Sometimes, your kid is a bully; other times, your kid stands up to the bully! Matty's wife, Laura Byrne, joins us again this week as her significant other…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#121 Sleep Witchcraft, Gender Burnouts And Existential Questions With Wippa
Wippa, from Fitzy and Wippa with Kate, shares the other side of his life, which is parenting. Wippa is a dad of three to Ted, Jack, and Francesca and opens up…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#120 While The Cat's Away, The Mice Will Play
Matty J is officially in the South African jungle, which means one thing...GIRLS DAY! IYKYK. Ash is holding down the fort, and who better to step in as co-host…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#119 Daddy's Got A Surprise For You!
Matty J is heading into the jungle! Yep! That's right. Matty J will be trading the urban jungle for the real thing as a contestant on "I'm a Celebrity: Get Me…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#118 Chontel Duncan On Juggling 5, High Risk Pregnancies And A Parents Worst Nightmare
What’s it like having five kids under eight while running multiple businesses? Chontel Duncan knows firsthand. Matty J and Ash chat with Chontel, the…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#117 Pork Drama, Roll Patrol And The Frightening Centipede
The boys are back in town, and it's time to catch up on the shitshow that was Christmas and New Year's! Each dad was tasked with a particular job on Christmas…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#116 New Year, Same Dads: More Of The Best of 2024
Happy New Year! Before we bring on 2025, we want to remind you of how great 2024 was. 2025 Raunchy Ranch Calendar IS OUT NOW!…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#115 2024’s Most Unforgettable Guests
Here are some of your favourite guests from 2024! The lineup: Laura Byrne April Wicks Ellidy Pullin Cayla George Braith Anasta 2025 Raunchy Ranch Calendar IS…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#114 Merry Christmas! The Gift That Keeps on Giving (Best of 2024)
Merry Christmas from us at Two Doting Dads to your family! Thank you for sticking by us all year...it makes Ash's Grinch heart pound. Here are some of our…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#113 All I Want for Christmas is Sleep
Ho Ho Holy Crap, it's almost Christmas, and while Matt and Ash are nowhere near ready for the big day, they are ready to clock off for the year. But before…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#112 Mr Luke The Teacher Answers All Your School Questions!
Preparing your kids for school is a bit like the great unknown – who knows what will happen! Matt and Ash are gearing up to send Marlie and Oscar off to…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#111 The Cicadas Are Tearing My Family Apart!
Ash threatens to move his entire family again as an army of cicadas takes over his household. Matt sends his daughter Lola into a headspin after dropping her…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#110 Mystery Turds, Christmas Tantrums And A Duct Taped Foot
Ash is crawling his way to the end of the year after slicing his foot during a dad activity. Matt has made a rookie parenting mistake with the girls by taking…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#109 Victoria Devine On Miscarriage, Birth Rules & Family Finance
Victoria Devine hosts the wildly successful podcast She's On The Money, is the author of several books, the founder of Zella Money, and is the mother of…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#108 I Think My Daughter Likes Bad Boys
Ash has encountered a new dilemma with little Macy – she likes the bad boys. It turns out she's not the only one feeling loved up, with Marlie looking to marry…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#107 School Gremlins, Free Kids Meals And Push Presents
Matty J and Ash are having a really difficult time managing the school transition. From forgetting lunchbox week to not following instructions to falling…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#106 Aims Connor: Sobriety, Raising A Child With Autism And Unapologetic Parenting
Aimee Connor, or “Aims” to her audience, has become a well-loved mum in the online parenting community for her refreshingly honest, humorous, and unfiltered…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#105 You're Grounded!
Sometimes, you're having a big masculine weekend; other times, you're dealing with an 'Ultra Tantrum'! After making a bad move with dad, Oscar has given Ash…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#104 Oscar’s New Trick, School Orientation, and DJ Ash’s Big Oops
Ash shares his first and disastrous gig as a wedding DJ this week, only to be saved by a tiny hero. Plus, he’s in hot water after teaching Oscar a new “trick”…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#103 Steph Claire Smith: Intimacy Challenge, Bounce-Back Culture and Failed Sleep Routines
Steph Claire Smith is an entrepreneur, health influencer, and co-founder of KIC, a holistic wellness platform offering fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#102 Kitchen Abs, The Silent Game And Cane Toads
Ash is back from what felt like a year-long trip to Bali! One surprising thing happened during the trip after Ash shared some photos online, leading Matt to…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & AshBONUS Bring On The Wives!
It's the episode we've all been waiting for! The wives are finally jumping on the podcast and ready to reveal the dirt on the Two Doting Dads. Matt, Ash, Laura…
Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash#101 Peeing In The Pool, Lovemaking and Fight Styles With Laura Byrne
While Ash is away, Matt J brings his wife on to play! Laura Byrne joins us this week to update us on what her household has been up to. It turns out she's a…