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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, you"ve

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#178 Picky Eaters, Breastfeeding Nightmares and A...

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2025/10/19

Wholesome by Sarah is the absolute queen of keeping family meals real! She knows exactly how to keep the kids happy, from picky eaters and beige diets to sneaking in a few veggies into your kids' bellies. Sarah is mum to three daughters and shares the household and business load with her husband. She gets into the raw pain she experienced after breastfeeding that landed her in the emergency, why she's sick of the "hands-on-dad" myth and how she gets her kids to eat all of their dinner. Buy Wholesome

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45:29

#177 Poppy Has Arrived!

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2025/10/14

The Johnson/Byrne's are finally a family of five! Despite a change of midwives mid-labour, Poppy's birth was a breeze (according to Matty J). Dad was nervous about the growing private medical bill and even tried to barter with the doctor. Meanwhile, Ash couldn't believe his sister was asked to pet sit an animal that definitely shouldn't be pet sat. Making a return for this week's episode is your Parenting Lies and Par-Rants! We've got some good ones. BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE

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#176 The Calm Before The Storm

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2025/10/07

Technically, baby Poppy has arrived! However, in this episode, past Matty J, his wife Laura, and Ash have yet to meet her. The anticipation is high! So are the nerves...and in the words of Ash, "good luck!" While Matt prepares to welcome a third baby, he's playing pranks on Marlie, and it's getting her into trouble at school. Ash has finally said goodbye to his Balie parasite and shares the remedy for getting rid of the things (yuck). BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE

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#175 Scotty James on Redefining Success as a Dad and...

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2025/10/05

Becoming a parent has a way of reshaping everything you thought you knew about yourself. For Scotty James, an Olympic medalist, professional snowboarder, and father to 1-year-old Leo, this involved tackling a new challenge while balancing nearly twenty years of training and competing at the top with the unpredictable and humbling experience of dadhood. In this episode, Scotty opens up about: The shock of shifting priorities after becoming a dad How fatherhood has reframed his approach to sport and

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45:29

#174 Baby on the Way, Insurance in Delay

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2025/09/30

Poppy has arrived! Except, in this podcast universe, she's still in Mum's belly waiting for her father to sort out the hospital insurance...that he forgot to renew. Oh dear. Ash is back from Bali and took home an additional pet, or some would call a parasite. The best cure is bed (and toilet), but unfortunately, Ash is in the middle of moving house. Making a return for this week's episode is your Parenting Lies! We've got some good ones. We also answer your parenting questions: How do you

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32:27

Surprise Bonus:The Dads Go Live At Apple!

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2025/09/28

We’ve got something different for you this week, our first-ever live show! Recorded at the Apple Store on George Street in Sydney as part of a Today at Apple event, this bonus episode brings you straight into the room with us. Expect plenty of laughs, dad banter, and a taste of what it’s like when the Two Doting Dads hit the stage. Couldn’t make it on the day? Don’t worry! This is the next best thing. And hey… if you like the idea of more live shows, let us know. We

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#173 Saucy Sexy Chaos

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2025/09/23

Before you ask...baby three isn't born yet! That's probably a good thing because there are builders onsite (again) at the Johnson/Byrne household, fixing, plastering, hammering last-minute things before the baby arrives. Ash, on the other hand, couldn't be living a more opposite life to Matty J right now! He has returned from a sexy poolside cocktail-sipping week in Bali with his wife, April. The couple made sure to bring the essentials for the trip...unfortunately, everyone knew about it. We also

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45:48

#172 Sassy Scott On His Rollercoaster 6 Year...

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2025/09/21

You probably know Sassy Scott from the internet, where he and his brother Luke go viral for driving each other absolutely mad. The bickering, the banter, the pranks… Classic sibling love that’s now the backbone of their hit podcast, Luke & Sassy Scott. He's recently become a parent to twin boys with his husband, Marcus. Scotty opens up about his six-year journey to fatherhood with his husband, Marcus. From the highs of hope to the heartbreaks along the way, their path through

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45:45

#171 I'm Going To Be A Dad (Again) Any Second Now!

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2025/09/16

Baby Johnson #3 is about to arrive any minute now. (Hopefully, before Matty J lets slip the inducement date, IYKYK). The girls are PUMPED for a baby sister. So, it's time to get the nursery ready and make room for the baby, and there's only one place you turn to when going through a clean-out: Facebook Marketplace. So far, it's been a total nightmare. There's also been a thief who's infiltrated the household, and the finger is pointed at Marlie-Mae. Ash is about to tear his hair out because Oscar is

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49:44

#170 How Dare You Message My Wife!

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2025/09/09

Happy Father's Day to all of the Big Pappis out there! It's a big family affair this episode, with Mum Ellie jumping on the pod to update us on her health after a major shoulder surgery. Please send all of your good vibes and energy her way as she recovers! Matty J and Ash gift each other the same Father's Day presents, and that's a sweet little message from their kids. Making a return for this week's episode is your Parenting Lies! We've got some good ones. We also answer your parenting questions:

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#169 Double The Chaos With Italian NRL Wag Tayla Montoya

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2025/09/07

Tayla Montoya is an Italian mum from "The Area" who happens to be married to a Bulldogs football player, Marcello. After a whirlwind pregnancy, Tayla and Marc welcomed their twin girls, Tiana and Milan, almost a year ago. But before the girls entered the world, mum would have to go through a type of miscarriage that only 1 out of every 1000 women experience. Listen to The Montoyas here https://open.spotify.com/show/04dEe39FFHPhwlh7uw24eb BUY OUR SMELLY T SHIRTS HERE

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#168 I've Made A Dumb Parenting Mistake

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2025/09/02

Ash has given Oscar, 6, a fresh new look as he prepares for Book Week (when does it end!) Matt, on the other hand, has made a stupid parenting error after letting Lola, 4, enjoy a Sunday afternoon nap that went a little too long...the consequences showed up a few hours later. We also answer your questions: How do you respond when your child asks whether the Easter Bunny is or isn't real? What do you think is the right age to have kids? COME TO OUR LIVE SHOW SEP 4 IN SYDNEY!!!

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#167 Is It Normal To Keep A Used Pregnancy Test?

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2025/08/26

The Johnson/Byrne household is holding on to a positive pregnancy test. Is this normal? Meanwhile, Ash has received a gift from a friend...5 years after the fact! What is it and why did this happen? We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. We also answer your questions: Worst things you can't say to a poor old parent! How do you genuinely ask for help? COME TO OUR LIVE SHOW SEP 4 IN SYDNEY!!!! https://tinyurl.com/22zht3ac REGISTER HERE, TICKETS

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#166 Sibling Smackdown: Kate vs Matty J

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2025/08/24

Despite a crazy skiing injury, the (in)famous big sister Kate has finally made her way onto the show, and Matty J is shaking in his crocs! Kate is mum to 3 kids and often shares the aunty load with little bro Matty J - both live down the street from one another. Ash does a fantastic job of digging up the dirt on Matty J and reveals something that not even the Daily Mail could uncover! COME TO OUR LIVE SHOW SEP 4 IN SYDNEY!!!! https://tinyurl.com/22zht3ac REGISTER HERE, TICKETS ARE FREE AND VERY

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#165 Can I Be The Godfather?

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2025/08/19

Apologies in advance for the renovations! Don't be alarmed if you hear them in the background. Laura, Matty J's wife, has activated "nesting mode" which could mean one thing - baby is arriving soon. Meanwhile Ash is wrangling the kids before jetting off to the USA for a top secret job. We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. We also answer your questions: What do I do about my adolescent child and their peach fuzz! Who is the disciplinarian in

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#164 Best Birthday Gift EVER?

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2025/08/12

It's the Big Dog's 35th birthday, and this year, Matty J spoils him rotten! (It's definitely not because he forgot for a second year in a row...) Matt was also late for the recording because he was watching his little girl Marlie-Mae MC on stage for the first time! Oscar attempts to help Dad with a roof leak, and bless his cotton socks, it's the worst attempt at help a dad could ask for. We also get into your Par-Rants for this week, where you air out your parenting grievances. We also answer your

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#163 Blakey Johnston on Losing His Dad, Finding Peace...

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2025/08/10

Blakey Johnston looks like a Viking, walks around barefoot, and once surfed for 40 hours straight to raise awareness for mental health. A former pro surfer, dad of two, and the guy who surfed for 40 hours straight to raise awareness for mental health, Blakey opens up about the loss of his dad to suicide and what came after. We get a glimpse into his world as a parent still figuring it out, juggling grief, school drop-offs, and the pressure to keep it together when life’s anything but. Buy

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#162 My Wife's Biggest Deal-Breaker

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2025/08/05

Ash has made another grand purchase this week (must be nice!), and it's taken him manyyears to get to this point. He also took Oscar and Macy to a Manly Sea Eagles game, and let's just say it was a new experience for his little girl. The Johnson's nip up to Cairns to enjoy a last-minute holiday as a family of four before it becomes five! The kids, of course, relished every moment (not). We also answer your questions: Is it okay to dislike your friend's kid? What is the most unhinged thing

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51:47

#161 Big Boy Purchase

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2025/07/29

Matty J and Ash are twinning this episode after making a big boy purchase in the hope of solidifying their masculinity (For the record, there's no such thing as buying your way to masculinity!) Setting the side the purchase for a moment, Matt has become more primal during the family holidays down in Ulladullah. Spearfishing, cooking and oh, believing he's a tradie when he is, in fact, nowhere near a professional. Oscar is causing toilet mayhem in the Wicks household and dad's copping the blame. Why

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#160 Hugo Toovey on What Matters After Facing Death...

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2025/07/27

Hugo Toovey is a bloke who’s been through more than most of us could ever imagine and somehow still keeps moving forward. An army man, two-time cancer survivor, and the founder of 25StayAlive (a movement urging young people to get checked before it’s too late), Hugo opens up about what life really looks like behind the scenes. We get a glimpse into his world as a dad to 16-month-old Teddy while juggling surgeries, hospital visits, and all the quiet battles most people never see. Hugo

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