The Netmums Podcast
The award-nominated podcast with an unvarnished take on parenting, featuring well-known guests. Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry chat with celebrities, authors and public figures about birth stories, parenting fails, teen troubles and everything in between.
Episodes
In this first episode of three Clear Conversations – a brand-new Netmums mini-series in partnership with Acnecide+Purifide – host Wendy Golledge dives into the emotional and often overwhelming world of teen skin.
Teen guest Phoenix opens up about the sudden onset of breakouts, her skincare trial-and-error journey, and how it affected her confidence, while her mum, Sarah, shares what it’s like to support your child thr...
Teen guest Phoenix opens up about the sudden onset of breakouts, her skincare trial-and-error journey, and how it affected her confidence, while her mum, Sarah, shares what it’s like to support your child thr...
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July 7, 2025 • 43 mins
This episode of The Netmums Podcast features broadcaster, journalist and debut novelist Steph McGovern. Join Wendy and Alison for a chat about motherhood, family life, and finding balance between career and parenting. Steph shares her insights on keeping her daughter’s life private, being a same-sex parent, and how her experience of broadcasting during lockdown helped shape her debut thriller Deadline.
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July 1, 2025 • 21 mins
In this exclusive episode of the Netmums Podcast, we’re invited inside 10 Downing Street for a rare, one-to-one interview with Prime Minister Keir Starmer — and we’re talking about more than politics.
From free childcare for babies from nine months to plans for paternity leave reform, Keir opens up about the big policy changes aimed at supporting UK parents and working families. But he also gets personal, sharing what...
From free childcare for babies from nine months to plans for paternity leave reform, Keir opens up about the big policy changes aimed at supporting UK parents and working families. But he also gets personal, sharing what...
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This episode of The Netmums Podcast features Anna Whitehouse, known as Mother Peach, a campaigner, radio presenter, and author. Join Wendy and Alison as they discuss the challenges of motherhood, the importance of self-care, and flexible working rights for parents.
Anna’s new novel Influenced is released on 14th August. She has also teamed up with Lovehoney, to pull back the covers on sex and intimacy pre and postpartum, b...
Anna’s new novel Influenced is released on 14th August. She has also teamed up with Lovehoney, to pull back the covers on sex and intimacy pre and postpartum, b...
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In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, author and parenting favourite Katie Kirby returns to chat with Wendy and Alison. Known for the bestselling Lottie Brooks series and Hurrah for Gin, Katie brings her signature honesty and humour to a wide-ranging conversation about the joys and challenges of raising tweens and teens.
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The conversation covers:
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Relatable Role Models: Why kids need to see themselves...
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This episode of The Netmums Podcast features the incredible Kate Silverton, a former BBC news anchor turned child counsellor and advocate for compassionate parenting. Kate, Wendy and Alison unpack the crucial parenting topic of how to help our children regulate their emotions.
The conversation covers:
- The Impact of Labels: how terms like "naughty" can shape a child's identity, and why we should focus on beh...
The conversation covers:
- The Impact of Labels: how terms like "naughty" can shape a child's identity, and why we should focus on beh...
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June 9, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by naturalist, adventurer, TV presenter, and dad-of-three Steve Backshall. Best known for Deadly 60 and his breathtaking wildlife expeditions, Steve chats candidly about the chaos, comedy, and deep joy of parenting alongside his wife, Olympic rower Helen Glover.
From breakfast-in-bed fails to scaling oak trees with his kids, Steve brings his trademark...
From breakfast-in-bed fails to scaling oak trees with his kids, Steve brings his trademark...
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June 2, 2025 • 37 mins
This episode of The Netmums Podcast features the insightful Jennifer Cox, a psychotherapist and author of "Women Are Angry." Join Wendy and Alison as they explore the complexities of anger in women's lives, shedding light on the often-silent rage simmering beneath the surface.
The conversation covers:
- The Nature of Anger: the societal conditioning that teaches women to suppress their anger and the importanc...
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- The Nature of Anger: the societal conditioning that teaches women to suppress their anger and the importanc...
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May 26, 2025 • 20 mins
This episode of The Netmums Podcast features the inspiring Beth Mead, a trailblazer in women's football and a member of the victorious Lionesses squad from the 2022 Euros. Join Wendy and Alison as they delve into Beth's remarkable football career and journey, discussing her achievements, challenges, and the importance of supporting young girls in sport.
The conversation covers:
- Beth’s Football Journey: Beth...
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- Beth’s Football Journey: Beth...
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In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by Leah Hazard, an NHS midwife, author, and advocate for maternal health. Leah shares her journey from television to midwifery, revealing the profound impact her own experiences of motherhood had on her career choice. As we delve into the realities of maternity care, Leah discusses the emotional toll of being a midwife and the importance of self-advocacy for e...
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May 12, 2025 • 36 mins
This episode of The Netmums Podcast features the insightful Dr. Punam Krishan, a busy GP, mum of two, and a familiar face on BBC Morning Live. As we mark Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, Dr. Punam shares her personal journey through motherhood, touching on sensitive themes such as birth trauma, maternal mental health, and the challenges faced by new parents.
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Mat...
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Mat...
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May 12, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are thrilled to welcome back the fabulous Myleene Klass, a multi-talented presenter, musician, and mum of three. Myleene shares her candid experiences of parenting, the challenges of raising teenagers, and the joys of embracing the chaos of family life.
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Parenting Chaos: Myleene opens up about her bustl...
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Parenting Chaos: Myleene opens up about her bustl...
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April 28, 2025 • 40 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the brilliant Casey Major Bunce, a mother of four and the creative mind behind Major Mum Hacks. Casey shares her incredible journey through motherhood, offering practical tips and life hacks that can save time, money, and sanity for busy families.
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Family Holidays: Wendy opens up abou...
The conversation covers:
- The Reality of Family Holidays: Wendy opens up abou...
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In this special bonus episode of The Netmums Podcast, guest host Louise Burke, our Editorial Director, delves into a crucial topic for modern parents: keeping our teens safe online. Joined by Tara Hopkins, Meta's Global Director of Public Policy and a fellow parent, they discuss the success of the Teen Accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger, designed to protect young users as they navigate social media.
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March 25, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry are joined by the absolutely delightful Alex Jones, renowned TV presenter, podcaster and mum of three, best known for her work on The One Show. In this super down to earth chat Alex shares her experiences of motherhood, the joys and challenges of raising young children (and pets!) and her recent move to the countryside.
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March 18, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome the incredibly insightful Emma Barnett, an award-winning journalist and broadcaster known for her work on BBC Radio 4's Today programme and Women's Hour. Emma, a mother of two, shares her experiences surrounding maternity leave and the often-unspoken realities of motherhood.
The conversation includes:
- The Reality of Maternity Le...
The conversation includes:
- The Reality of Maternity Le...
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March 10, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by the fabulous Vogue Williams, a busy mum of three, wife to Spencer Matthew, and the host of the popular podcasts My Therapist Ghosted Me and Never Live it Down. Vogue opens up about her parenting experiences, sharing the joys and challenges of raising her children while managing a hectic career.
The conversation covers a range of topics, including:<...
The conversation covers a range of topics, including:<...
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March 3, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison are joined by the fabulous television presenter Sarah Beeny and one of her four sons, Charlie Beeny, for a very lively chat about parenting, communication and tackling tricky topics at home.
Sarah shares insights from her new podcast, ‘Seriously?! With Sarah Beeney’, where she dives into conversations with her family about everything from sexting and OnlyFans, t...
Sarah shares insights from her new podcast, ‘Seriously?! With Sarah Beeney’, where she dives into conversations with her family about everything from sexting and OnlyFans, t...
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February 25, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome Sara Davies MBE, renowned for her role on Dragon's Den and her new BBC series, The Big Idea Works. Sara shares her parenting journey, navigating business and parenting life with two energetic boys.
Sara offers her insights around the challenges of letting go as a fellow parent, reflecting particularly the differences between older and youn...
Sara offers her insights around the challenges of letting go as a fellow parent, reflecting particularly the differences between older and youn...
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In this episode of The Netmums Podcast, Wendy and Alison chat with Oritse Williams from JLS about his wild ride into fatherhood. Oritse spills the beans on the highs of baby Shiva and the lows of sleepless nights and nappy disasters.
He gets real about the tough times, including the heartbreak of two miscarriages, and how keeping his wife’s pregnancy under wraps was a protective move for their mental health.
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He gets real about the tough times, including the heartbreak of two miscarriages, and how keeping his wife’s pregnancy under wraps was a protective move for their mental health.
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