The Scummy Mummies Podcast
329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsA comedy chat show for less-than-perfect parents. Hosted by comedians Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn and featuring guest parenting experts, comedians and authors. The podcast covers the big issues affecting modern parents - from fish fingers to farting, to play-dates and pelvic floors. Expect frank and funny chat as well as wine, laughter and sophisticated boob jokes. Check out our Scummy Mummies Blog and dates for our Live Comedy Shows - www.scummymummies.com
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Just the Two of Us - Remembering Lee Thorn
April 09, 2024 13:51 - 42 minutes - 46.5 MBWe sit down for a serious chat in this episode as we celebrate the life of Lee, Helen's Mum, who passed away recently. And of course, we manage to have a few laughs along the way. We talk about the kind of person Lee was, and how lucky Helen was to have her as a parent. We discuss what it's like to prepare for the death of someone you love, and strategies for managing grief. Plus, find out the roles ABBA and East 17 played in Lee's passing. This episode is dedicated to Lee, with love. Th...
278: Monogamy, bonobos and breakups with Rosie Wilby
March 26, 2024 10:08 - 58 minutes - 65.1 MBWhy do lesbians have the highest divorce rate? How do you navigate an open relationship? What goes on in a sex lab? Answering all these questions is the amazing Rosie Wilby! The comedian and author tells us all about her brilliant books, Is Monogamy Dead? and The Breakup Monologues. We discuss some of the fascinating things she's discovered through her research, and learn a superb fact about bonobos. Rosie explains why she and her wife are considering opening up their marriage, and reveals...
277: How to raise a viking with Helen Russell
March 11, 2024 20:27 - 48 minutes - 54.8 MBWhat makes the Danish some of the happiest people on earth? How can we steal their ideas, and what's stopping us? Why are Norwegian women like oil rigs? Answering all these questions is the amazing Helen Russell! We talk about her brilliant new book,How to Raise a Viking. Join us as we go on a wonderful journey to a land where the streets are paved with trampolines, children are given knives to play with, and men are having VR sex in enormous spunk factories. We talk about dating in Denm...
276: Sikisa on law, comedy, dyslexia, and nachos vs dicks
February 27, 2024 09:48 - 43 minutes - 49.2 MBComedian, immigration lawyer, burlesque dancer, trainee wrestler, and absolute legend - it's Sikisa! She tells us how she went from being a barmaid to being on stage, and some of the weirder things she's seen while MCing one of London's most famous open mic comedy nights. We learn what it's like to go on Live at the Apollo with a concussion. There's a bit of serious chat as Sikisa discusses her work as an immigration lawyer, helping refugees and asylum seekers to stay in Britain. We hear ...
275: Man vs Baby aka Matt Coyne on writing, fighting, and farting
February 12, 2024 14:00 - 54 minutes - 59.7 MBWhat's the best way to write a bestselling book? Who would win in a fight between a shark and a gorilla? And what's it like to be bitten on the penis by a piranha? Answering all these questions is Matt Coyne, aka Man vs Baby! He tells us all about his brilliant new novel, Frank and Red, which is out now. We discuss our different writing processes, and the best way to deal with procrastination. Matt explains why one of his favourite facts about himself involves Ellie's Dad, and gives us a...
274: Antarctica Special with Ellie's Dad
January 30, 2024 00:02 - 48 minutes - 52.6 MBHELLO READERS! What's it like to go to Antarctica with your 76 year-old Dad? What is Ellie's problem with penguins? Why did she get taken away by Buenos Aires airport security, and why was it Jim's fault? Answering all these questions are Ellie and Ellie's Dad! Helen quizzes them to find out all about the fortnight they've just spent on the frozen Continent. We hear all about the whales, the weather, and what it's like to go for a dip in 0.3 degree water. Ellie and her father share some...
273: Quiz special with Lucy Porter and Jenny Ryan
January 16, 2024 19:22 - 46 minutes - 50.4 MBWhy are PTA quizzes the worst? Is Croydon really the Manhattan of London? And which star of The Chase has the most erotic fan fiction written about them? Here to play for a four-berth caravan and a fortnight in Tenerife are Lucy Porter and Jenny Ryan! Lucy tells us how she went from comedian to quizzing legend, and Jenny reveals the origin story behind her Chase nickname, The Vixen. We discuss our favourite gameshows of yore, and our experts share their top tips for hosting your own quiz a...
272: Teens, toasters and Kiefer Sutherland's driving school with Tom Price
January 02, 2024 00:03 - 55 minutes - 62.9 MBWhat's it like to embrace Hugh Jackman? Which celebrity does Tom Price still dream of interviewing? And why does he want us to eat prawns off his wife's back? Answering all these questions is the actual Tom Price! The Magic FM drive time DJ takes a break from his busy three hours of work a day schedule to spend some quality time with us. We have a good old moan about what it's like to live with teenagers, and share the nice bits too. Then it's time for some hilarious star-studded anecdot...
271: Dick the halls: it's the 2023 Christmas Special!
December 19, 2023 00:03 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBWhat is the collective noun for a group of Lindas? How is anal sex like relationship bitcoin? And which Hollywood action star would Sam Pamphilon pleasure orally for £50,000? Yes, it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Special! As usual, we get too drunk and talk absolute nonsense for too long. The same old Christmas podcast traditions are back, but Ham Review gets a new twist this year, and Nurse Jessie shares some news that leaves our jaws on the floor. Steve Hill literally phones it in, whil...
270: Christmas food special with Sarah Rossi (aka Taming Twins)
December 05, 2023 00:01 - 45 minutes - 49.5 MBChristmas eating is great, but Christmas cooking can be stressful. Joining us with her top tips for creating calm in the kitchen is Sarah Rossi, aka @TamingTwins! She shares easy make-ahead recipes for starters and desserts, and a great idea for what to feed picky eaters on the big day. We talk about how we should all be getting into dump bags, which are nicer than they sound. Ellie reveals how Sarah's 15 minute Baileys cheesecake saved her Christmas last year, along with her theory that o...
269: Philippa Perry on how to have better relationships
November 21, 2023 00:59 - 51 minutes - 55.9 MBIs there a way to argue constructively? What is the best way to help someone in crisis? Should we aim for happiness, or be content with contentment? Answering all these questions is the amazing psychotherapist, author, agony aunt and artist, Philippa Perry! She tells us all about her brilliant new book, The Book You Want Everyone You Love to Read. We learn about the various styles of arguing, and discuss what our spice racks say about our personalities. We also talk about Philippa's work a...
268: Just the Two of Us - Christmas Confessions
November 08, 2023 10:11 - 34 minutes - 37.7 MBWe know it's only November, but we can't help it - we bloody love Christmas! So in our latest podcast episode, we are sharing some of our favourite festive confessions from previous shows - along with some personal stories of Christmas chaos. We discuss our favourite things about Xmas, the worst gifts we've ever received, and what we're planning to wear on the big day. Ellie comes clean about her Elf on the Shelf spreadsheet, and shares her top tips for quick and easy elf pranks for lazy...
267: From Morrisons to Drag Race with Ella Vaday
October 24, 2023 07:21 - 45 minutes - 50.3 MB267: From Morrisons to Drag Race with Ella Vaday Our guest for this episode is Nick Collier, aka drag superstar Ella Vaday! He tells us how he went from working in Morrisons to wowing us with his Nigella impression on season three of RuPaul's Drag Race UK. We hear about his time performing in the West End, and why he was banned from selling perfume in Harrods. We find out how scripted Drag Race really is, and how Nick feels about the way he was represented in the edit. Then there's some ...
266: Modelling, monogamy and making sh*t happen with Shareefa J
October 09, 2023 23:03 - 53 minutes - 58.9 MBOur guest for this episode is the amazing Shareefa J - model, diversity activist, fitness champion, and all round bloody brilliant woman. She tells us what it's like to watch a photographer lighten your skin tone, and to be told you're too fat when you're a size 10. We discuss how far the modelling industry still has to go when it comes to encouraging inclusivity and stamping out racism. We get a bit personal as Shareefa and Helen discuss their experiences of being cheated on. If you're ...
265: Surviving breast cancer with Rosamund Dean
September 25, 2023 23:02 - 55 minutes - 60.2 MBWhat should you say to a friend who has cancer? If you're the one with the diagnosis, how do you tell your kids? And is it really possible to futureproof your body against illness? Answering all these questions is the brilliant Rosamund Dean. She tells us about her journey from finding a lump in her boob to being cancer free, and what she wishes she'd known at the beginning. We discuss clipboard people versus duvet people, and whether early menopause is more like pick'n'mix or a Glastonbur...
264: Ayo Akinwolere on swimming, racism, and being a world record holder
September 12, 2023 06:14 - 42 minutes - 48.1 MBOur guest for this episode is the awesome Ayo Akinwolere - Blue Peter presenter, documentary maker, fitness champion, and all-round bloody good bloke. He tells us how he went from not being able to swim to crossing the deepest trench of the ocean in just ten weeks. We talk about the cultural divide that separates swimmers and non-swimmers in Britain, and how Ayo is trying to change things. Will he turn Ellie into an open water wanker? There's some serious chat about Ayo's experience of mo...
263: Therapy special: burnout, anxiety, and the mental load with Karen Hartley
August 28, 2023 23:02 - 47 minutes - 52 MBDo we all need therapy? How do you talk to a partner about sharing the mental load? And what's the first thing you need to do if you feel you're approaching burnout? Answering tricky questions like these is the awesome psychotherapist Karen Hartley! Along with her brilliant wisdom, she shares some practical tips for things like coping with anxiety. We discuss whether there's a generational divide when it comes to therapy and mental health, and how to help teenagers cope with their feelings...
262: Summer Holiday Hacks with Susie Lodge
August 14, 2023 23:01 - 50 minutes - 54.6 MBWhat's the best way to avoid family days out turning into disasters? How do you stop kids asking for snacks all day? And what do mums have in common with combine harvesters? Helping us to survive the last few weeks of the summer holidays is Susie Lodge! She tells us all about the website she founded, wikiplacesforkids.com, which is an excellent resource for anyone looking for ways to entertain the kids. We get some great tips for pleasing children with different ages and interests, saving m...
BONUS: Hello Readers with Ellie's Dad
August 04, 2023 05:00 - 37 minutes - 68.7 MBTRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains two of Ellie's Dad's jokes. He joins us to share some tall tales about a magical dog, the funeral of King George VI, and the time he was at a party with Elton John (or not.) We discuss the tall tales (lies) our parents told us, and come clean about the myths, legends, and big fat whoppers we've told our own children. (NB: There's a bit of Santa chat you might not want to listen to with little ones around.) And we share some brilliantly hilarious tall t...
261: 10 Years of Scum! Anniversary Special
July 28, 2023 23:01 - 45 minutes - 52.3 MBIt's hard to believe it's been a whole decade since we sat down on Ellie's sofa to record the first episode of the Scummy Mummies Podcast. But here we are, having survived premature childbirth, a shitty divorce and a global pandemic, still on the sofa, and better friends than ever. In this special anniversary episode, we reminisce about the good old days, and reflect on whether we should be grateful for the bad times too. We tackle some tricky questions - how bad do the catsuits REALLY sme...
260: Comedian Esther Manito on mum guilt and the mental load
July 17, 2023 23:01 - 51 minutes - 55.2 MBWhat's hardest part of parenting - the baby bit, toddler tantrums, or teenage rage? What's it like to live with your dad at the age of 40? And what's the best way to cope with an emergency nipple hair situation? Helping us answer all this questions is the hilarious Esther Manito! She tells us all about her experience of starting comedy after having two kids. We discuss sharing domestic chores and balancing out the mental load, and generally have a good old moan. Esther discusses living w...
259: Top Mum - planes and parenting with fighter pilot Mandy Hickson
July 03, 2023 23:01 - 50 minutes - 57.2 MBHow do fighter pilots get their callsigns? What's it like to risk your life every time you go to work? And why should you never eat out-of-date fudge? Answering all these questions is the amazing Mandy Hickson! She tells us how she became one of the UK's first female fighter pilots, despite the best efforts of the Bloody Patriarchy. We talk about her 17 years in the RAF, her time in Iraq, and why she thinks motherhood is much harder than flying planes. Then Mandy discusses her new career a...
258: How to be a better parent with Marie Gentles
June 19, 2023 23:02 - 48 minutes - 54.7 MBWhat's the best way to deal with an angry child? Why should we be saying "thank you" to our kids instead of "please"? And how do you get them to put their bloody shoes away? Answering all these questions is the awesome Marie Gentles! Marie has loads of practical parenting tips, from managing screen use to carving out quality time - and what to do if your children don't want to spend it with you. She tells us why it's not always a good idea to ask kids what's wrong, and where to start with ...
257: TV's Dr Zoe Williams on teenage girls, healthy farts and being a Gladiator!
June 05, 2023 23:04 - 46 minutes - 51.7 MB257: TV's Dr Zoe Williams on teenage girls, healthy farts and being a Gladiator! Our guest for the episode is the fabulous Dr Zoe Williams off of the This Morning and Gladiators. She tells us about how she became a doctor via an epiphany in Ayia Napa, what it's like to be an actual Gladiator, why it's important to get your teens into sports, and she attempts to solve Helen's farting problems. Then we have some brilliant chat about Dr Zoe's new book You Grow Girl: The Complete No Worries Gu...
256: Kate Ferdinand on blended families, pregnancy, and queefing
May 22, 2023 23:03 - 43 minutes - 48.9 MBOur guest for this episode is the awesome Kate Ferdinand! She tells us about her experience of becoming a stepmum to three kids at the age of 26, and shares what she wishes she'd known at the start of her parenting journey. Kate is brilliantly honest about how she really feels about pregnancy, and the expectations around forming a blended family versus the reality. We discuss some hot topics like when you should introduce a new partner to your kids, whether you should kiss in front of them...
255: Cooking for lazy people with Sarah Rossi
May 08, 2023 23:01 - 42 minutes - 46.6 MBWhat's the best food to make for date night? How long should you really cook a fish finger for? And is grapefruit ever acceptable? Answering all these questions is the brilliant Sarah Rossi, aka @tamingtwins! We talk about her fab new book, What's for Dinner?, and how she saved Ellie's Christmas. We share our filthy food secrets including our laziest comfort recipes, and our favourite kitchen gadgets. Ellie has a confession to share about a romantic gesture she made for Pete, and Helen rev...
254: How to make your house look less sh*t with Nicki and Wayne
April 25, 2023 03:01 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBIn this episode we're joined by Nicki Bamford-Bowes, aka @andthentheywentwild, and Wayne Perrey, the TV carpenter! They're here with loads of tips for improving your interiors, whatever your budget. Nicki tells us the number one thing you should do before you start any design or diy project, and Wayne has a great idea for giving kids their own space in a shared room. We talk about whether interior design skills can be learned, and dealing with clients who have their own ideas about what ...
253: Just the Two of Us - Everest Base Camp Special
April 11, 2023 00:33 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBThis month marks TEN YEARS together as the Scummy Mummies! So we decided to celebrate in the traditional way - by walking to the foot of Everest to break the world record for the highest ever stand-up comedy gig! Listen in to find out how it all went, and why we decided to go on this nonsensical adventure in the first place. We discuss the joy of hot water bottles, the misery of sleeping in -25 conditions, and the consistency of Helen's farts. We explain what it's really like to spend a fo...
252: God, Fatherhood and Captain Birdseye with Olly Mann
March 27, 2023 23:02 - 55 minutes - 40 MBWhat a Mann, what a Mann, what a Mann, what a mighty fine Mann - it's Olly Mann! The podcasting legend from Answer Me This, Today in History with the Retrospectors, The Modern Mann and many more joins us for a chinwag. We cover everything from the invention of home pregnancy testing kits to the shock of fatherhood, and who we'd rather have it off with out of Colonel Sanders and Captain Birdseye. There's a bit of serious chat as Olly discusses the sudden loss of his Dad, just six days after ...
251: Mother's Day Special with Abigail Burdess
March 14, 2023 00:35 - 42 minutes - 42.7 MBOne of our favourite guests returns to the podcast to tell us about her fabulous new book! And along the way we cover everything from family secrets and maternal relationships to pubic hair shame and Beowulf. There's some chat about how we feel about our kids getting older, and Helen shares her experience of Teensplaining. Ellie explains why she's never taking advice on days out from Instagram again, and Abigail reveals a surprising fact about Marmite. Abigail's brilliantly dark and hilar...
250: Dr Sarah Berry on food, fasting and gut health
February 28, 2023 06:59 - 55 minutes - 59.3 MBWhy do we always want to eat rubbish when we're tired? Are low carb diets really a good idea? And is it OK to clap your own crap? Answering all these questions is Dr Sarah Berry! Sarah is an associate professor at King's College and also the chief scientist at Zoe, which helps people to work out which foods suit them best. Ellie talks about her experience of the program, and how her favourite bit was probably the thing with the poo hammock. We quiz Sarah on the best way to talk to kids ab...
249: Adrian Chiles on drinking, teenagers, and racing Meatloaf on a mobility scooter
February 14, 2023 00:06 - 55 minutes - 58.2 MBOur guest for this episode is TV's Adrian Chiles! We talk about everything from booze and Bette Midler to coping when your kids go off to uni. Adrian tells us why he decided to cut down on the booze, and Ellie apologises for copying him by doing a podcast about the same thing, titled Sort Your Shit Out and available now wherever you get your podcasts or https://pod.link/1663245629. We hear how Adrian's regional accent was an advantage when he started working at the BBC. He shares his advi...
248: Comedy, kids' books and a quiz with Alasdair Beckett-King
January 31, 2023 07:13 - 59 minutes - 63.4 MBOur guest for this episode is the hilarious comedian Alasdair Beckett-King. He tells us why he decided to write a children's murder mystery book, even though he has no kids and has never killed anyone. We talk about how Alasdair went from doing shit gigs in terrible pubs with us to starring on Mock the Week. He explains how a failure at film school kicked off his comedy career, and why he believes a bad first gig is better than a good one. Helen excels herself with the running order for ...
247: How to leave your phone alone with Johann Hari
January 17, 2023 14:34 - 57 minutes - 60 MBWhat makes social media so addictive? How do we get our kids off their phones? Why is multitasking a myth? And what's it like to be mates with Oprah and fat-shamed by the Dalai Lama? Answering all these questions is best-selling author Johann Hari! He tells us how a trip to Graceland with a phone-obsessed teenager kicked off his investigation into how our brains are being changed by technology. We discuss the rise in ADHD being diagnosed in kids, and the 12 factors affecting our ability to...
246: Laura Bates on everyday sexism
January 04, 2023 11:03 - 54 minutes - 58.7 MBWe are smashing the patriarchy in this episode with the help of Laura Bates - campaigner, writer, speaker, and all-round excellent woman. She explains why she started the Everyday Sexism project, and we discuss how the landscape has changed in the decade since. Laura tells us what she'd change tomorrow if she had a magic wand, and we ask her advice on how to raise our kids so they don't turn out to be terrible sexists. There's some real talk about pornography, and the effect it's having on...
245: Mika Simmons on sex, grief, and happy vaginas
December 20, 2022 00:03 - 1 hour - 70 MBShe's a campaigner, an author, a podcaster, and an all-round legend - it's the awesome Mika Simmons! We talk about why she set up her brilliant foundation, Ladygarden, and what it was like to lose her mother to cancer. There are some very moving moments as Mika describes their last moments together, and what it's like to have to tell your mum she's going to die. Plus, she shares her number one piece of advice for coping with grief. Then it's back to the usual old filth. We hear about Mik...
244: Christmas isn't Christmas without Curried Eggs
December 07, 2022 11:13 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIt's the stupidest podcast episode of the year! Sam Pamphilon and Nurse Jessie join us once again to get drunk in Ellie's lounge and forget their conversation is going on the internet. As is tradition, we discuss Jessie's new job, and try to get to the bottom of what the fuck she actually does for a living. Sam tells us whether he's divorced yet, and it's the return of Linda Chat - which Linda would Sam do in a pinch? Plus: where the fuck is Steve? Then it's time for Ham Review, followe...
243: Gareth Howells from Hunsnet on life, love, and Kerry Katona's prawn ring
November 22, 2022 17:06 - 42 minutes - 98.2 MBYES DALLYN! Our guest for this episode is the hilarious Gareth Howells - Hunsnet founder, brunch hoster, Victoria Beckham fan and all around legend. He tells us about why he started Hunsnet, and how it's grown into an amazing social media phenomenon that makes us laugh every day. We hear about Gareth's brilliant book, The Hundamental Guide to Life, and his tips for shitting your pants and doing it anyway. Plus: which of us is the hunniest hun? Which font makes Gareth physically ill? What...
242: Cat Sims on alcoholism, mental health, and big balls
November 08, 2022 00:32 - 54 minutes - 124 MBOur guest for this episode is author, podcaster and Instagram sensation Cat Sims, aka notsosmugnow! We tackle some tricky topics such as Cat's struggle with drink and drugs, getting clean, and what to do if you think you have a problem. We also talk about her experience of post-natal depression - what's the one sentence that sent her on a downward spiral, and how did she manage to climb back up? There's some jollier chat as Helen sets a new date for giving up smoking, and Ellie shares h...
241: Sali Hughes on how to handle life, teenagers and trolls
October 24, 2022 23:25 - 1 hour - 157 MBWhat's the best place to start if you want to declutter your house? How do you get teenagers to talk to you? And what's it like to meet one of your online trolls? Answering all these questions and more is the amazing Sali Hughes! She tells us about her brilliant new book, Everything is Washable and Other Life Lessons. We discuss our favourite bits, and Ellie reveals which of Sali's superb tips has already changed her life (spoiler: it involves gravy.) There's some chat about getting throu...
240: Book chat with Jenny Colgan
October 10, 2022 23:13 - 37 minutes - 86.6 MBOur guest for this episode is the awesome author Jenny Colgan! She tells us about how she got her book deal, and what it's like to write 36 best-selling novels. Plus: is she the Kylie of women's fiction, or the Madonna? We also hear about Jenny's own love story, and why it's like a romantic comedy come to life. Plus, we find out which nationality of man she'd date first if her husband was dead. For more from Jenny, follow her on Instagram @jennycolganbooks and twitter @jennycolgan. Ticke...
239: Raastawala's Rinku Dutt on her new cookbook, divorce, and starting again.
September 28, 2022 07:13 - 46 minutes - 107 MB239: Raastawala's Rinku Dutt on her new cookbook, divorce, and starting again. She's a fabulous cook, an amazing entrepreneur, and an awesome author - meet our guest for this episode, Rinku Dutt! She tells us how she came out of a divorce in her twenties to start a whole new career in India - before moving back to the UK to launch her hugely successful street food business, Raastawala. We also hear about her brilliant new cookbook, Kolkata: Recipes from the Heart of Bengal, and how she ...
238: Camille O'Sullivan on singing, falling in love, and falling apart
September 13, 2022 21:26 - 38 minutes - 88.5 MBOur guest for this episode is Camille O'Sullivan - amazing singer, fabulous performer, and all-round extraordinary woman! She tells us what it's like to break up with your partner three weeks after the birth of your baby, then go on stage to sing with Yoko Ono. We talk about her dual heritage, and what being Irish means to her. There's also some chat about getting older, and being unhappy with your appearance. We discuss whether being a performer is a compulsion or a career, and why we p...
237: Lucy Porter on mid-life crisis, Christian Slater, and Center Parcs
August 31, 2022 11:46 - 44 minutes - 101 MBOur guest for this episode is the hilarious Lucy Porter! She tells us all about her latest comedy show, and how it was inspired by hitting middle age. We chat about everything from hanging out with Christian Slater to breast cancer scares, sports cars, and why baby swimming is a total waste of time. Plus, Ellie and Lucy have a heated debate over the big question that's on everyone's lips: is Center Parcs good or rubbish? For more from Lucy, including tickets to her 22/23 UK tour, visit l...
236: Simon London on fatherhood, being funny and why Boris can f*** off
August 17, 2022 22:48 - 55 minutes - 126 MBIt's SIMON LONDON! One of our favourite guests of all time returns for some hilarious chat about everything from parenting to politics. Simon discusses the practical things he's been doing to deal with empty nest syndrome, and the best piece of advice he's ever given his teenage son. We also talk about the tweet he wrote in response to partygate that went viral. Do check out Simon's brilliant website kidrated.com, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @slondonuk. **EDINBURGH KLAXON**...
235: Harriet Kemsley on comedy, compromise, and condoms
July 31, 2022 23:01 - 49 minutes - 114 MBHow do you cope with the anxiety of parenthood? Is wearing make-up anti-feminist? And what's the most fun way to dispose of a prophylactic after sex? Helping us answer all these questions is the hilarious Harriet Kemsley! She tells us all about her new Edinburgh show, and what it was like to get back on stage just one month after having a baby. We hear how having dyspraxia has affected her experience of motherhood, and why she believes marrying another stand-up comedian was a terrible mista...
234: Dr Angharad on helping your kids cope with anger, anxiety, and divorce
July 18, 2022 23:01 - 52 minutes - 120 MBOur guest for this episode is the awesome Dr Angharad Rudkin, a child psychologist for over 20 years. She has lots of advice about helping kids with their emotions, and explains why we shouldn't feel guilty if we let parenting standards slip during the pandemic. Phew. We talk about Anghard's brilliant new book, Split Survival Kit: 10 Steps for Coping With Your Parents' Separation. She co-wrote it with children's author Ruth Fitzgerald and it's out now. Angharad answers lots of important ...
233: Sexuality, ADHD and jogging bottoms with Style Me Sunday
July 05, 2022 09:38 - 1 hour - 140 MBWhat's sex like after separation? Is it OK to look at porn? Should Helen have it off with a lady? Helping us to answer all these questions is the awesome Natalie Lee, aka Style Me Sunday! She tells us about her brilliant new book, Feeling Myself: How I Shed My Shame to Find Sexual Freedom and You Can Too, which is out now. We touch on everything from masturbation and ageing pubes to whether leisure wear is sexy. Natalie tells us about her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD, and why ...
232: Dr Ranj on body image, bowel problems, and foot fetishes
June 20, 2022 23:54 - 52 minutes - 120 MBHE'S BACK! One of our favourite guests of all time returns to talk about his favourite body parts, falling over at festivals, and pubic topiary. Yes, it's Dr Ranj! We talk about his brilliant new kids' book, Superpower Like Mine, which is out now. There's some chat about helping children to manage feelings around body image, and why it's just as much an issue for boys. Plus, tune in to find out which one of us offers Ranj a faecal transplant, and why. To finish, there's a Scummy Confession...
231: Cat Bateman on singing, swimming, and coping with diabetes
June 07, 2022 00:59 - 59 minutes - 137 MBOur guest for this episode is the awesome Cat Bateman from Little Folk Nursery Rhymes! She tells us what it's like being the least annoying baby music group singer of all time, and what she secretly thinks of some of the parents. Cat also shares her experience of having a son with type 1 diabetes. She reveals how she coped with the initial diagnosis, why things are easier now, and the surprising thing her son has to say regarding how he feels about his condition. We chat about Cat's othe...