Lads To Dads

Interview with Paul Spence founder of P.A.U.L For Brain Recovery

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 22:00:00 GMT

Paul Spence suffered a life changing brain injury on a night out in Hull. His life as a successful electrician and family man was turned upside down but he fought through adversity and turned his tragedy into triumph.

We talked with him about how he did it, and how the Paul charity is helping others with an acquired brain injury.

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Conspiracy Theories - Moon Landing and Pyramids

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

This episode we talk about the pyramids and the moon landing as well as have a debate on whether it's cold in space, it becomes quite clear that neither of us have a degree in astronomy.

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This dance move got Wonder woman weak at the knees

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 01:00:00 GMT

Ben attends a rave for Kids and the grown ups end up taking over like it's the good old days, Matt has parenting problems, and do Men and Women act the same when it comes to being drunk in charge of a phone?

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Everything changed when we realised this about Kanye

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 01:00:00 GMT

This episode was recorded on Valentines week, it's turned us a bit soft, we talk love languages, and what are they? Kanye and Kim Kardashians break up, we bring up something no one else is talking about, and much more!

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What we really thought about 'that' Jimmy Carr joke

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about cancel culture, Joe Rogan, Adele and Jimmy Carr.
We also review the Tinder Swindler and True story by Jimmy Carr

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Lawrence clitburn and the sack soother of the south

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 18:00:00 GMT

This episode contains very honest parenting stories and is definitely not suitable for children!

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Don't Mention The War

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 01:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about the controversial subject of disciplining your children, we review Afterlife series 3 and Matt goes speed dating in the Metaverse, and the lads play a game of it's not wrong, but it's not right.

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I was on an island with Beyonce and Alan Titchmarsh

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

In this week's packed episode, Matt's metaverse is back, the lads decide how many chickens it would take to kill an elephant, the mental health section focuses on the difference between low mood and depression with a focus on the importance of exercise and the TV/Film review is back!

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Deaf Island and the stale wotsit

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 21:00:00 GMT

This week Matt takes his first steps into the metaverse and quickly finds he's not welcome, Ben has a nightmare with a watermelon and as always we have an open and honest chat about mental health.

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Biscuits and Business with special guest Tom Pannett

Sun, 23 May 2021 20:00:00 GMT

This Week Matt chats to entrepreneur and king of the biscuits Tom Pannett.

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Pineapples, pizzas and parenting paranoia

Sun, 16 May 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk about all the things that make us anxious as parents, and how those anxieties can make us feel like bad parents.

Underrated vs overrated takes us onto the pineapple on pizza debate, and Ben's convinced that his wife is deaf when she yawns, find out what he's decided to do about it.

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We're back baby!

Sun, 02 May 2021 21:00:00 GMT

The lads open season 4 with a bang and apromise to be even more open and honest than ever, with no fear of cancel culture, just honest opinions and honest stories of parenting!

Ben visit's his friend's wife for a massage and Matt asks the question would you win in a fight against 12, 12 year olds and if so how?

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Garden Wars

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Matt and Ben come up with a new concept for a TV show called garden wars, they talk about things that cause them anxiety as parents, this week's review is MAFS and it's a sin. They also talk about pranks they used to play as kids.

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The serial killers episode

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

This episode Matt and Ben talk about serial killers.

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The lads learn about body positivity - with special guest Cliona Byrne

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 21:00:00 GMT

This week's episode sees the lads learn how to feel good about their bodies and most importantly how that affects their children's positive view of themselves.

They're joined by the lovely Cliona Byrne is an Irish Body Confidence Coach living in Paris. She helps people to shush their inner critic and boost their self-esteem.

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Sleep with one eye open

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 21:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Matt has a moan about cyclists, we talk about gender reveal parties, what it's like finding out your child's gender round the back of Mothercare, Ben has something to share about his sleeping habits and we have our usual TV review as well as underrated, overrated, and properly rated. don't forget to hit subscribe.

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The lads get rid of their Dad bods - with special guest Darren Kirby

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 21:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, the lads launch their mission to ditch the dad bod and get fit. Fitter healthier dad joins them to share his tips on nutrition, exercise, and how they can cheat their way to being healthier with food swaps and seven-minute workouts.

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The Rap Karaoke episode

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode, the lads talk about Ronnie's unique way of saying sporky, matt has a moan about Topsy and Tim, Autumns favourite programme, we give you a blast of nostalgia when we reminisce about our favourite toys as kids, and Ben and Matt take the cringe levels up to a hundred with a rap karaoke session.

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The Dentist, the girl stuck in the washing machine and other covid hoaxes

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about matt's new dentist, Ben has an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction, the lads talk about the weird porn that is taking the internet by storm which involves women getting stuck in household furniture, and we dissect the covid situation so far!

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That's not a firework, it's a whistle!

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk about sleep deprivation, ben's unusual whistle, offensive driving instructors, we give an in-depth review of the Queens Gambit, and underrated, overrated returns.

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Lady and the Lads - Interview with Lucy Ambache

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Check out our latest episode where we interview everyone's favourite radio DJ Lucy Ambache.

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Take your liver spotted hands off my mother!

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Matt has a showdown in the supermarket, Ben has an awkward moment with a customer's toilet, and we introduce a new feature underrated, overrated. We also have our usual TV/Film review.

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Tai Woffinden: Special Guest

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 23:00:00 GMT

Tai Woffinden is a World champion Speedway superstar, in this episode he talks about his life and career in speedway, how he copes with setbacks such as a broken back, and limbs as well as the motivation to speed around the track at 70mph with no brakes.

We also chat about life in lockdown, life as a dad, and his unbelievable challenge to raise 200K for The Great Ormond Street Hospital, definitely not one to be missed

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The curious incident of the haircut and the kebab

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 23:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about nightmare lockdown haircuts for the kids, Matt talks about the time he ended up having to give pedicures at a beauty salon, and Ben shares the story of an extremely awkward incident involving a kebab.

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I'm so sorry, I thought you were a killer clown!

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:00:00 GMT

This week, we talk about everything that happened during New years, including Ben going on a stakeout with a metal bat, which takes an unexpected turn. We speak briefly about our thoughts on lockdown 3.0, Matt gives his opinion on golf and all the usual stuff to provide your weekly escapism. Enjoy and please hit subscribe or follow.

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Dad looks like a lady

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 23:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk about everything from crossdressing to cancel culture and hope not to get ourselves cancelled in the process. We also discuss children's birthday parties, how Buddhism helps with mental health, and our usual honest film and TV reviews. Please hit follow or subscribe if you enjoy!

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The gardener who trimmed her bush on my sofa.....and other tales of Christmas!

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 21:00:00 GMT

We're back after a short break, and we can't wait to fill you in on all the goings-on over Christmas as well as our usual mental health catch up and we answer the eternal question can any dilemma be resolved with a completely made up football-themed quote.

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PREVIEW: Ben's guest appearance on The Wrong term Memory podcast

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:00:00 GMT

This week, while Matt was away, Ben was flying solo as he appeared as a guest on The Wrong term memory podcast. Check out a short preview here. To hear the full episode search for The wrong term memory podcast on all major providers, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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Great balls of fire - we eat the world's hottest chilli

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT

In this latest episode of the podcast, the Lads take on the world's hottest chili, they also talk about an awkward trip to the doctors, when Matt found a lump on his balls and the STI clinic which leads to a slightly too in-depth conversation about their crown jewels.

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Two ghosts and a bag of custard

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT

In our first filmed episode available on youtube, we talk about everything from ghosts to chat roulette. Matt is in trouble with Ben's Mum, and what it's like seeing your daughter after 6 weeks away from home.

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How many 90 year olds can you fit in a fake taxi?

Sat, 22 Aug 2020 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode Ben and Matt are finally free to record in the same studio, and they're back with plenty of funny chat about what they got up to during the lockdown, the problem with facebook marketing groups, and they reminisce over old TV shows such as Gladiators they also chat a bit about Ben's mental health and how he is handling being T total.

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Lads To Dads Trailer

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 19:00:00 GMT

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Special Guest : Honest Mum- Vicki Psarias

Wed, 20 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

This week we chat with celebrity blogger, author, and filmmaker Vicki Psarias, Vicki is the founder and editor of award-winning parenting and lifestyle blog honest mum and the author of best-selling book MUMBOSS.

We chat with her about everything from lockdown to starting a business from home.

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When Ben Got Coronavirus

Fri, 01 May 2020 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we chat with Ben about his brush with Covid-19, we talk about unrealistic expectations when it comes to homeschooling and lockdown and outdoing the neighbours during the NHS clap.

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Sleep Regression

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about the trials and tribulations of a toddler who doesn't want to sleep in their own bed, as well as catching up with John Arne Wason, turning our living room into a theme park, and we also review Ozark and three identical strangers on Netflix.

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Potty Training

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about how our lives have changed since Isolation, cutting our own hair, the challenges of potty training, we review The tiger king on Netflix and catch up with John Arna Wason.

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Mark Ormrod- Extreme stories

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for our first inspiring dads episode, in this episode we interview Mark Ormrod- In the early hours of Christmas Eve 2007, Royal Marines Commando Mark Ormrod was out on a routine foot patrol in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan when he stepped on and triggered an Improvised Explosive Device.

Today, Mark Ormrod is an internationally acclaimed motivational speaker, a peak performance coach, and the author of the award-winning auto-biography Man Down. He is a source of daily inspiration for the thousands of people who follow him on Social Media. He has three children, a beautiful wife and an insatiable lust for life.

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Top 10 ways to survive lockdown - Bonus Episode

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 23:00:00 GMT

In this special episode, we give our top 10 tips on how to take care of your mental health during a coronavirus (Covid-19) lockdown or self-isolation.

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We're Back!

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 22:00:00 GMT

We're back for season 2, this episode we talk about...Coronavirus, man flu, erectile dysfunction, swimming with sharks and how to combat low mood!

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Name and shame

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, we talk about toddler's fascination with repetition. Name shaming/does a name determine a child's future success and Ben gets beaten up by a wheelie bin.

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It wasn't me, it was my baby!

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 23:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, we discuss blaming things on your child! Big John Arne Gets his plums out, and how we cope with a lack of sleep and it's effect on your mental health.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on a lads night out

Sat, 11 Jan 2020 21:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, we talk about Lads nights out vs Dads nights out, Harry and Meghan, doctors surgeries and how to deal with other people's naughty children.

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Lads Holidays VS Dads Holidays

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk about the difference between lads holidays and Dad's holidays with some funny stories thrown in for good measure. Are new years resolutions just a big ball of negativity? And what is your tactic to get a bit of "me" time?

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Christmas Special (Warning!! Don't listen in front of the kids)

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 23:00:00 GMT

This week we host a Christmas special, we discuss elf on the shelf, the problem with Christmas films, (was Home Alone just an insurance job) and much more....

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Home Alone

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 01:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about, the first time we were left on our own with our babies, John Arne Wason gets up to more mischief with the neighbours and there's an awkward encounter at a restaurant.

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How We Met

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT

This episode we talk first meetings, baby gifts, and this week's John arna Wason story!

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The Early Days

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 18:00:00 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss that trip home from the hospital, an unexpected surprise in the nappy, Matts moans focus on soft play centers. We also focus on mental health, inappropriate nursery rhymes and we have our weekly installment of John arna Wason.

We also have a big black Friday giveaway!!!

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The Birth

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 22:00:00 GMT

In our very first episode, we start where it all began....The Birth. Join us as we discuss what the birth is like from a man's point of view, as well as a few stories from our past and the infamous trip to Paris!

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