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The Scummy Mummies Podcast

Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn

A 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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197: Dr Ranj Returns

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2021/02/16

Yes, he's back - one of our favourite ever podcast guests returns for a new episode! Download now before it gets banned like the last one.This time we cover everything from Ranj's views on the Corona vaccine to the naughtiest things we've ordered from Deliveroo. We also hear how he and Helen are coping with the current mandemic. That's not a spelling mistake.Ranj has a new book out, How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing! The No-Worries Guide for Boys. We talk about why he chose to write for lads

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33:25

196: Millie Mackintosh on having a lockdown baby

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2021/02/02

Our guest for this episode is Made in Chelsea star and Instagram sensation Millie Mackintosh!We chat about her nine month-old baby, Sienna, and what it's like to give birth to your first little one during a lockdown.Millie tells us how she handles the pressures of social media. We discuss our favourite Quality Street, and find out which one of us has succeeded in doing Dry January (no spoilers, but you can probably guess.)You can follow Millie on Instagram@milliemackintosh.This podcast is brought to

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49:58

195: VV Brown on music, motherhood, and racism

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2021/01/18

She's a musician, an artist, an author, and a mother - it's the amazing VV Brown!She tells us about her singing career, including what it's like to hang out with Amy Winehouse, perform with Grace Jones, and turn down P Diddy.We also discuss how it feels London and move to the countryside as a black woman. VV shares her experience of post-natal depression, and offers some advice for mums who feel like they've lost their hustle.There's some chat about VV's fantastic new children's book, Lily and the

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47:36

193: Fitness, mental health, and IVF with Suzanne...

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2021/01/05

What's the best way to get fit when we're stuck at home? How do you motivate teenagers to exercise? And what's it like to start IVF and a new business at the same time? Answering all these questions and more is awesome fitness coach Suzanne Keatley!We hear all about the fab gym she runs,Fitology Hub. We discuss the need for a female-only fitness space, and why Suzanne finds it easier to train women than men.There's some chat about body image, and the shift in mindset from working out for weight loss

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193: Merry Syphilis with Sam Pamphilon and Nurse Jessie

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2020/12/22

Yes, it's the Christmas episode! As usual it's an absolute shambles, but tonight, the part of Steve Hill will be played by hilarious comedian Sam Pamphilon! Also the lovely Nurse Jessie is back.It's A Tale of Two Lindas as we enjoy a twist on our regular festive traditions. We catch up on Jessie's job situation, how our divorces are going, and the results of our STD tests.As he's worked with both the Scummy Mummies and AntandDec this year, we ask Sam who is funnier. We share our highlights of 2020,

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49:57

192: DJ Nikki Beatnik on long Covid, tour life, and...

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2020/12/08

What's it like having dinner with Beyoncé? How many tour buses do the Backstreet Boys need? And how do you win a staring competition with Prince?DJNikkiBeatnik actually has the answers to all these questions, and more!We talk about her life on the road with the likes of Kelis and All Saints. We find out what it's like to meet Grace Jones and your future husband on the same day, while massively hungover.There's a bit of chat aboutNikki's experience of having corona twice, and how she's coping with

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45:35

191: Thanyia Moore on bullying, comedy, and Cabbage...

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2020/11/24

Our guest for this episode is the hilarious comedian, actor, and writer, Thanyia Moore!We reminisce about the bad old days, when we were all on the open mic comedy circuit together. There's some chat about how different audiences can be, and the issues around race and gender that still exist in comedy today.Thanyia shares her experience of being a school bully, and tells us what happened when she apologised to the people she was mean to in adulthood. We discuss what causes bullying, what she wishes

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48:19

Episode 190: Interiors, trapezes, and turning 40 with...

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2020/11/10

From stuntwoman to interiors expert to writing More! magazine's Positions of the Fortnight, Emily Murray has lived a life! She tells us all about it.We hear how she started her popular Insta account,@pinkhouseliving, and Emily gives us her number one tip for making your house look nice - or at least less shit. We also discuss turning 40, and how we're all coping with the second wave.Emily's blog is atpinkhouse.co.uk. Her book,Pink House Living, isout now. Her new podcast, Play with Emily Murray, is

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54:30

189: How Not to Get Divorced with Sam Pamphilon

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2020/10/26

What's the best way to announce your separation? Is it possible to stay civil if you're still living together? And how do you cope when your ex's new partner is literally wearing your trousers? Comedian Sam Pamphilon knows the answer to none of these questions, but we have a good laugh anyway!The actor and former chef tells us how he's handling the pandemic, and what his signature lockdown dish is. We discuss Sam's sexual preferences, donkeys versus racehorses, chicken vaginas, and Val Kilmer's

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1:07:53

Episode 188: Anxiety, mum guilt, and saying no with...

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2020/10/13

Is there an upside to mum guilt? What's the best way to handle lockdown? And how can you teach your kids a valuable lesson just by sitting on the sofa? Answering all these questions and more is Anna Mathur, psychotherapistand author of the best-selling book Mind Over Mother!She tells us about her own experiences of post-natal depression and anxiety, and why perfectionism and motherhood don't mix. We learn some useful, practical tips for managing anxiety and setting boundaries. And we share some

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51:52

Episode 145: Sex, relationships, and having a third...

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2020/10/05

CLASSIC EPISODE! Due to popular demand we re-releasing this classic Scummy Mummies Podcast with the very funny and talented Steph Douglas. We tackle a range of topics including sex and relationships and why it is important to send WhatsApp messages to get your partner's juices flowing. This was recorded back in early 2019 when we could all still touch each other, good times. ENJOY! Original podcast description: How important is sex to a good relationship? Why do we sometimes need to pull up the

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47:42

Episode 187: Being a carer with Penny Wincer

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2020/09/29

Our guest for this episode is the brilliant PennyWincer- writer, photographer, and carer. She tells us about looking after her mum when she was a teenager, and what life is like now she is caring for her autistic son.We learn about how it feels to be the child of a person with mental health issues, and how Penny coped after her mum's suicide. She also shares the biggest lesson she learned from her mum's experienceWe discuss the stigma that still exists around special education, and the difficulties

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44:31

Episode 186: Food Special with Melissa @fowlmouthsfood

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2020/09/15

Is it better to follow recipes or your instincts? What's going on with the food industry's diversity problem? And what would you eat for your last supper? Answering all these questions and more is the amazing Melissa, aka@fowlmouthsfood!She tells us how she created her hugely popular pop-ups and Insta account, and even landed a column in BBC Good Food magazine. We discuss how to write a recipe, and the issues around cooking food from other cultures. Ellie reveals her secret lentil shame, and Helen

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57:05

185: Improv, God and Brazilians with Pippa Evans

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2020/09/01

She's a comedian, a singer, a writer, and an improv legend - it's the amazing Pippa Evans!We cover a wide range of topics, from Pippa's work on the 9 to 5 musical to why she thinks we should all learn to improvise. We talk about Pippa's role as the co-founder of the Sunday Assembly, and what it's like to have a teenage crush on Jesus. We round off with some tip top confessions involving waxing, shagging, and throwing up Quorn.You can find out more about Pippa's work over atpippaevans.com

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184: Sindy and Vanel Special

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2020/08/18

Our guests for this episode are amazing podcasters, parents and all-round legends, Sindy and Vanel!They tell us about their experience of having a baby six months into their relationship, and how they've been getting on in lockdown. Sindy talks about making the transition from being a single parent to having a partner, and Vanel explains how it was a random selfie that got them together in the first place. There are loads of laughs along the way, and we round off with one of the funniest Scummy

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183: Motherhood, drugs, Buddhism and Star Wars with...

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2020/08/04

Our guest for this episode is the amazing actor Tanya Moodie! She tells us about her starring role in the hit sitcom Motherland, and that time she was in Star Wars.We discuss Tanya's experience of being a black mum, and why it's important to find your tribe. She gives us some tips on surviving the transition to secondary school, and Helen tells the worst celebrity anecdote of all time.Things get pretty deep as we talk about everything from Buddhism and the Black Lives Matter movement to seeing the

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51:03

182: Jess Fostekew on food, comedy, and hairy tuppences

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2020/07/21

She's a comedian, a writer, an actor, and mother to a sexist baby - it's the hilarious Jess Fostekew!Jess tells us what it was like to be nominated for the Edinbugh comedy award, and we pretend to be happy for her. We discuss her excellent show,Hench, and the issues it raises around gender and body image.Then it's time for some food chat. We talk about intuitive eating, and why there's nothing wrong with being an emotional eater. As always, we round off with some Scummy Mummy Confessions, this time

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Episode 128: How to Drink Less with Rosamund Dean

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2020/07/16

OLD GOLD! During lockdown some of us have had just a few more drinks than usual. If you are feeling like you need to cut back on the Chardonnay or have a few less gins, here's a handy little podcast to help you. Cheers!What's the best way to cut down on your drinking? Why do mums like wine so much, anyway? And what is the collective noun for members of All Saints? Answering all these questions and more isRosamundDean, author ofMindful Drinking!She tells her how her own experiences as a mum on the

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47:38

181: Black Lives Matter Special with Jade Sullivan

The Scummy Mummies Podcast ·

2020/07/07

Our guest for this episode is creative entrepreneur, activist, writer and all-round queen, Jade Sullivan!We talk about Jade's role in the Black Lives Matter movement, and the brilliant piece she wrote about why we must speak up. You can read the full article atmotherpukka.co.uk.Jade talks about why she wants to own the title of Angry Black Woman, and why it's important to have uncomfortable conversations. We also talk about her personal experience of the UK's maternity and mental health services.You

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50:34

Episode 180: Lockdown Special: Helen's news,...

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2020/06/23

JUST THE TWO OF US! For only the fourth time in Scummy Mummies history, there is no guest for this episode - it’s just us dickheads. We’re meeting up in our cosy bubble to share some personal news, and to talk about how we’ve found lockdown. We share our coping strategies, and what we do on the days we’re really not coping very well at all, actually. Find out how we’re getting on with homeschooling, hear about the newest member of Helen’s family, and learn what Ellie's been doing beside her parents'

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