Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash

We kick off this ep with a beautiful moment from Ash as he gifts Matt a present for his b'day. What a lovely guy! Ash then breaks the news that he's being kicked out of his apartment and they have 30 days to find new digs. Maybe it's for the best because there's been a recent crime spree. We know what you're thinking - no it's not Mr Freeze - it's actually a bunch of nightmare teenagers. Ash has just the idea to pull them into line...

Aaron Woodsy has played NRL for the West Tigers, Cronulla Sharks, Bulldogs, and now the Manly Sea Eagles. But today, we’re diving into his life off the field.

Woodsy shares all the details about being married to the love of his life, Sarah, as well as as being a doting father of three, with two of his kids conceived via IVF and one naturally. Buster, almost 5, Coco, almost 3, and little Mack. 

Woodsy details how he and Sarah decide...

Matt has survived a total of 10 days with Laura oversees for work (please give him a collective round of applause). It's not been without its challenges - atrocious weather, illnesses, attacks from wild animals.The fact that he's made it through this period with the family unscathed is testament to the fact that he's such a great dad ! (Yes, it's Matt writing this).

Ash is at his wits ends due to the fact that his kids refuse to ea...

What a bloody week - Matt had a nightmare of a flight with both girls when a passenger (who was off his head) threatened to break his nose. Next thing the cops were on the flight and the other passenger was escorted off the plane. WE KID YOU NOT!

While Matt is making enemies, Ash is making friends at the local library during Rhyme Time! Meanwhile, the Wicks household is getting emotional and nostalgic about preparing little Oscar f...

The most anticipated guest since we found out Ash's wife is, in fact, real – Mrs April Wicks! 

April shares all of Ash's deepest, darkest secrets - from how he first got her attention at a bar on a Saturday night, how he spent two weeks courting her over text messages, not being able to afford their first dinner date to a proposal in San Francisco and what she thinks of his social media impersonations of her.

We'll definitely get a...

Matt has a new household member who is laying eggs in not only his children's hair but also his own. 

Ash's oldest son, Oscar, finds a new friend in Siri, but just like all friendships, this one comes with its highs and lows.

Plus! Nanna Johnson answers your questions: 

• How do you handle tantrums?
• Should you raise boys and girls differently?

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Finally, after 5 years, Oscar gets a birthday party!

Hope he doesn't expect one every year. 

Did everything go to plan? Well, Matt and Ash will let you be the judge of that. 

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Matilda’s superstar Katrina Gorry shares her remarkable journey from solo IVF to expanding her family with her partner Clara Markstedt.

Katrina chats about the challenge of moving to Sweden with her 6-month-old daughter Harper, how motherhood reignited her career, and navigating the start of kindergarten.

Matt and Ash spoke to Katrina a week before her partner Clara gave birth to their son! 

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Guess who just returned from her long senior Contiki Tour? Ellie, also known as Mum Johnson, is back from her two-month trip to France! 

It's also International Men's Health Week. Matt and Ash explain why they need to prioritize their health after personal sobering experiences.

We encourage men to make regular doctor’s check-ups a routine part of life for you and the sake of your kids’ future. Let us know when you’ve booked your ap...

Matt shared the chaotic morning when he took the girls to daycare looking like little rats, only to realize it was the worst possible day for it. But it’s not all chaos—Matt also shares the romantic highlights of his weekend trip to Byron Bay, where he managed to get some sexy time, not once, but twice!

Meanwhile, Ash dives into the intriguing dynamics of grandparent preferences, as Oscar favors Poppa for daycare pickups.  

Plus, t...

Alex Volkanovski says parenting makes UFC fighting feel like a walk in the park. 

Well, we won't be jumping into the ring with the bloke anytime soon!

UFC former lightweight world champ, Alex Volkanovski is known as Alexander the Great in the octagon but is also a doting dad to three young daughters: Ariana (9), Airlie (7), and Reign (8 months). 

Standing by his side is his high school sweetheart, Emma, who has helped Volk balance ...

After many years of peer pressure and a creeping sense of dad guilt, Ash has finally caved. 

After finding a hungry caterpillar in his coffee, Matty J is widening his diet with bugs. 

Find out how the Allambie Jets football club has been performing since Two Doting Dads began sponsoring the team. Don't be surprised if the update differs from your expectations.

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Ash has made a mistake this week that you only make once as a parent: accidentally picking up the wrong kid from daycare.  

Meanwhile, Macy, always one to keep us on our toes, has developed a new and unique sleeping habit. 

Matty J has taken a moment away from parenting kids who don't want pancakes to audition for a big-time opportunity. Keep your fingers and toes crossed, people!

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It's the Queen of Gosford herself! Lady Julia Morris, the doting mother of two young ladies, drops by post-jungle fever to share the good, the bad and the relatable of parenting. 

It's safe to say Matty J and Ash had no idea what they were getting themselves into, but keep up and enjoy the ride as Julia chats about how she dealt with divorce and telling her kids, miscarriage and the chaos of menopause.

Julia is a long-time Aussie c...

Happy Mother's Day! We adore you, and yes, we would not be here without you.

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The Wicks spend a weekend away from the kids and decide to bring a carry-on friend with them for the trip. Can they get it through customs, though? 

Oscar has learnt a new phrase except he doesn't realise how rude he is! 

Matt treats Laura to the highly coveted parent sleep-in but reckons she's getting way more sleep than she thinks. Daddy J also ha...

Ash shares something very rare on today's episode – advice. It's time for millennial parents to ditch Stranger Danger and introduce something new to their kids' vocabularly!

Matt has a kleptomaniac on his hands. Can you guess which kid it is? Yep. You're probably right.

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Kat Clark is truly a force to be reckoned with. 

With a platform boasting millions of followers across social media and a thriving skincare business, Kaladé, which she co-runs with her daughters Latisha and Deja. 

After falling pregnant at the young age of 17, Kat found herself in an abusive relationship, disconnected from her family on an island north of Queensland. 

Thankfully, she was able to escape her situation, start her life...

Matt has had to activate the almighty dad voice to a group of young teens at the footy this week. It's safe to say it put the fear of god into them.

Are you a family that loves a good hand-me-down? Well, Ash does, and as a rare treat, he's surprised Macy with something new that she can't take off, even during bathtime.  

Speaking of bathtime, Marley dropped a bombshell during her night routine that shocked the Johnson household aft...

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Guess who's made her way onto the podcast, FINALLY. 

Laura Byrne, Matt's lovely wife, is in the house, and it looks like Ash is third wheeling for this week's episode. 

The Johnson family have a new family member they'd like to introduce you to. Lola has shoved something up her nose, and Laura shares how she juggles mum's life, work and wife's life. 

Ash also has a dilemma on h...