Two Doting Dads with Matty J & Ash
Episodes
#227 Petty Squabbles & Parenting Backflips
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week the boys are carrying on like feuding brothers who’ve just been told they need to share a bedroom. There’s tension over paint sa...
#226 Highs & Lows with Holly Nicholson (Kingston)
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You might remember Holly Nicholson from winning the heart of Pilot Jimmy on The Bachelor - but these days her biggest challenge is negotiating wi...
#225 Highchair Hassles & Horny Parents
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week there’s a LOT of pent-up frustration… and for once the kids aren’t entirely to blame. Ash is convinced Bluey is ruining h...
#224 Did we just double our workload!?
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're back so soon! Not what you were expecting!? You've been asking and now we're FINALLY delivering - two eps a week every Monday and Wednesda...
#223 Sexy Talk, Spicy Playdates & The Great Gender Debate
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From bedroom conversations to playground politics, nothing’s off limits this week. We’re talking sexy talk, navigating spicy playdates and...
#222 Global Leading Sexologist Juliet Allen
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off the week with a conversation guaranteed to spark a few chats at home… The guys sit down with globally recognised sexolo...
#221 Losing Friends & Making Enemies
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a tough week in parenting for the guys - Ash is pissed his kids keeping wasting paper. While Matt's thinking about lying to one of his kids ...
#220 Producer Vic On the Mic
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You asked and we delivered - everything you ever wanted to know about the person you hear giggling in the background of each episode. Vic joined the p...
#219 We Need More Breast Pumps!
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are on a mission this week - helping tiny humans get the strongest start by funding breast pumps for hospitals that urgently need them. We&rs...
#218 Gen Muir "The Oracle" is back!
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We only made it through one term of school before we had to drag Gen Muir back for some more advice on how to parent our kids. This time she teaches u...
#217 The Biggest Parenting Stitch Up Of All Time
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are still recovering from what they say is the biggest parenting stitch up of all time... and the end of daylight saving has left them tired ...
#216 An "Adults Only" Error
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ash went on an adults only holiday and accidentally booked himself into a very questionable hotel. Meanwhile Matt's recovering from a dramatic week af...
#215 Child Safety with Kristi McVee
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is a former detective who spent ten years on the force interviewing kids - so she knows everything there is to know about keeping them s...
#214 Farts, Lies & Questionable Lyrics
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys let loose this week with a few fun facts about farts and let's just say their wives won't be happy about them. Plus Ash is dealing with a bad...
#213 Popcorn & Punch-Ups: When Parents Go Missing
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week it's back to the crazy, beautiful chaos of parenting and the boys feel like they're in the wild west where it's every parent for themselves....
#212 Relatable Teacher Jim
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
He's known as relatable teacher Jim, but he's also a relatable dad-of-three with so much great advice when it comes to kids, we started taking notes. ...
#211 Ash's Sobriety & The Moment That Had Us All In Tears
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's a heavy ep today but an important one. Ash opens up about his sobriety journey now he's made it to day 100... a day he and Matt weren't sur...
#210 An Awards Night Fight & A Risky Seal Show
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are lucky they can bring you the pod this week after a near brawl with podcast rivals at a recent awards night. The boys live to tell the tal...
#209 Tanya Hennessy - Seven-Year Fertility Journey
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We know author & comedian Tanya Hennessy has been open about her struggles to become a mum, but we didn't know she'd been secretly pining to come ...
#208 A Cursed House, Mum Rage & Matt's Apology to Laura
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's tough times for Matt at the moment - his white goods are dropping like flies and he's in the dog house with Laura - but he swears it's not his fa...
#207 Well Hello, Dolly!
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's not been a good week for poor old Matt. There's a doll in his daughter's life that's causing him all sorts of grief. Plus he opens up about being...
#206 Ilai Matangi aka Havea_969
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys meet Tiktok megastar Havea 969 also known as Ilai Matangi. The father-of-four has had a huge couple of years after being named both Tiktok cr...
#205 The Great Birthday Party Mistake
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matt is still recovering from Lola's birthday party - but he's fronted up to give Doters advice on what not to do after things almost went horribly wr...
#204 So We're Giving Advice Now
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We know, we know - we said we'd never give advice. But our inbox has been heaving with questions from mums & dads begging for advice and we starte...
#EP 203 - Matty Fahd + Matty J + Ash
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You might recognise Matty Fahd from his 17 seasons on Gogglebox, but he's also a father-of-two caught up with the boys during a long week of solo-pare...
#EP 202 - On The Path Of Least Resistance
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
School is finally back and the boys have dragged their tired dad-bods to the finish line.Their trick? The path of least resistance... and the guys adm...
#201 Baby formula and worming chocolate - a winning combo?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's almost the start of the school year so you know what that means? New term, de-worm! Th boys sample a smorgasbord of worming chocolate for your li...
#Ep 200 Matty Acton, the 38-year-old Grandad
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From babies and grandbabies to catfishing and condom lessons, this chat is full of laughs as well as a whole lotta love from big softie, Matty Acton. ...
#Ep 199 A new year & some questionable resolutions
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's the new year and the boys are wasting no time getting out their new years' resolutions. But can they actually stick to them? Some are achievable,...
#Ep 199 Back To School Success with Gen Muir
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys have brought back "The Oracle", Gen Muir, for some advice before school goes back and how to avoid those post school meltdowns. Lola is start...
Best Of 2025: How Poppy Came To Be
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! Aw, remember when Poppy was just a twinkle in Dad's eye? 2025 Raunc...
Best Of 2025: Ryan Jon, Wholesome Sarah and Jessie Stephens plus more!
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Taylah Montoya - How Taylah found out she was having Twins Wholesome Sarah - How Sarah's struggle with breastfeeding led to a dramatic turn of events...
Best Of 2025: ADHD Diagnosis, Dress-ups, New Parents, Peculiar Meditations
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! Ash is finally diagnosed with severe adult ADHD Matty J's sister loved to dress...
Best Of 2025: Pregnancy Kink, Destroying A Car Door, Nana's Genius Parenting Lie
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! Matty J has a kink for pregnant women! Ash is blamed for destroying the father&...
Best Of 2025: Chontel Duncan, Becky Lucas, Sassy Scott plus more!
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! Chontel Duncan - Son’s close call to drowning and shares the importance o...
#EP 192 - April Dishes The Dirt
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're at Ash's house today and Matt's already snooping around checking out the new pad. Luckily for us, April was home, so we brought her in to chat t...
#EP191 A message from Bondi
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Like so many others, we’re still trying to come to terms with the scale and impact of the recent attack in Bondi. As a result, we’ve made ...
#190 We've brought in the parenting expert - Gen Muir is in the house!
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One thing we pride ourselves on at Two Doting Dads is that we provide you with the good, the bad and the relatable parenting stories but we NEVER prov...
#189 Baby Blankets & A Bunk Bed Breakdown
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we all drag our tired parent bodies to the end of the year, the boys' focus has moved to sleep and how they can get more of it. They dive into fier...
#188 Let's talk about sex, baby!
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt opens up about his sex life life after baby #3 and how Poppy's presence in the room is somewhat ruining the mood. Meanwhile Ash divulges al...
#187 Laura's hot-take on life with Poppy
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laura's back with Poppy in tow and she's dishing all the dirt on how Matt's doing as a third-time-dad. Hint: he's bringing all the positive vibe...
#186 How do you like them apples!?
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re into ASMR of people eating apples then this episode is for you… Ash has an incredible trick with an apple that accidentally aro...
#185 How do you turn a boy into a man?
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a deep one today and it's a question the boys aren't taking lightly. In fact Ash reveals he's back with his psychologist to talk through his conc...
#184 Newborn and child Sleep Specialist Sarah Clifton
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The dads are running off fumes this week! Sleep expert (and founder of SwoopBaby) Sarah Clifton joins us to answer all your burning questions abo...
# 183 A dog poo disaster and a life-changing dinner hack
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're into another chaotic week with the kids but this time it's Buster who's in the naughty corner. Ash shares why his daughter's hunger has no...
#182 Lunchbox Notes, Fake Feet, Throwing Out Important Things
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty J's wife, Laura, has been accused of throwing out an expensive bottle that belongs to producer Jess (it has a metal top, mind you!) Should she b...
#181 Adopted Life and Fake Finger Labour Support with Proud Dad Ryan Jon
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know Ryan as one-half of the Toni and Ryan show. He also happens to be a dad to little toddler Mabel! From the time his partner Bridget sque...
#180 Beware of my devilish charm
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the most you've ever paid when it comes to your child's sporting activities? Matty J is left speechless after getting a glimpse of Marlie...
#180 Daddy did a big poo!
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a while since Daddy Ash has had an "accident" in public. Unfortunately, it happened at the worst place possible and has left him scarred eve...
#178 Picky Eaters, Breastfeeding Nightmares and A Divvy Van with Wholesome by Sarah
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#177 Poppy Has Arrived!
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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). Da...
#176 The Calm Before The Storm
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 h...
#175 Scotty James on Redefining Success as a Dad and Pro Athlete
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Becoming a parent has a way of reshaping everything you thought you knew about yourself. For Scotty James, an Olympic medalist, professional snowboard...
#174 Baby on the Way, Insurance in Delay
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Surprise Bonus:The Dads Go Live At Apple!
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 T...
#173 Saucy Sexy Chaos
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 househol...
#172 Sassy Scott On His Rollercoaster 6 Year Surrogacy Journey
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 bant...
#171 I'm Going To Be A Dad (Again) Any Second Now!
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
#170 How Dare You Message My Wife!
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#169 Double The Chaos With Italian NRL Wag Tayla Montoya
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tayla Montoya is an Italian mum from "The Area" who happens to be married to a Bulldogs football player, Marcello. After a whirlwind pregnancy, ...
#168 I've Made A Dumb Parenting Mistake
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
#167 Is It Normal To Keep A Used Pregnancy Test?
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 aft...
#166 Sibling Smackdown: Kate vs Matty J
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#165 Can I Be The Godfather?
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 mod...
#164 Best Birthday Gift EVER?
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...) ...
#163 Blakey Johnston on Losing His Dad, Finding Peace In The Sea And Forgetting Lunchboxes
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
#162 My Wife's Biggest Deal-Breaker
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ash has made another grand purchase this week (must be nice!), and it's taken him many years to get to this point. He also took Oscar and M...
#161 Big Boy Purchase
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 suc...
#160 Hugo Toovey on What Matters After Facing Death Twice
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#159 Wheeping At The Wheel
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty J's littlest (soon-to-be middle child), Lola, has unlocked a new fear - monsters! Unfortunately, mum Laura turns Daddy into a liar after telling...
#158 Teaching Children Body Autonomy with Psychologist Victoria Barendsen
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
***TW*** This week we've created space to chat with registered psychologist, Victoria Barendsen, who specialises in working with children and provides...
#157 Sam Frost On Birth Scares, Therapy And The Messy Part of Parenting
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Frost doesn’t do warm-ups. She knew her partner Jordie was the one from the very beginning, and so, they quickly became parents. That set th...
#156 It's A Special Little Boy's Birthday
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Turns out October is baby-making season because it's everyone's birthday this June/July! Marlie-Mae celebrates her 6th birthday, and her father is sen...
#155 Preparing For Baby Number 3
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ash committed the crime of all husband crimes and, as a consequence, is left living with a stink for the next week. Meanwhile, Ash and his wife ...
#154 The Postpartum Cliff With Australian Birth Stories Sophie Walker
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Walker, host of Australian Birth Stories is here to talk all things birth, babies and what comes after. Sophie shares the realities of pos...
#153 Peanut Butter Lunch, Stool Samples And Fake Illnesses
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Poor Oscar, Ash's son, has to learn one of the hardest lessons a kid has to learn this week. Meanwhile, Ash gets recognised at possibly the wors...
#152 We'd Like To Make A Formal Apology
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty J has returned from Bali with his tail between his legs after spilling the beans about Life Uncut's Britt Hockley's wedding. Except he doesn't r...
#151 What's A Doula And Do I Need One?
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about hiring a trained companion for your next birth? Alice Worthy is a Modern Doula, and she is paid to hold a woman's ha...
#150 Mum Wicks Is In The House!
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gotta catch 'em all! Mum Wicks has finally made her way onto the show! Yes, Ashton's mother has (reluctantly) said yes to being questioned about...
#149 Never Say This To A Parent
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matty J and Ash brave the week with another set of challenges with the kids! Who knew parenthood was such a rough sport? Laura AND Ellie are awa...
#148 Trish Is The Backbone Of The Johns Family
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trish Johns is a mum, a straight shooter, and a woman with quiet strength and a wicked sense of humour. She grew up pumping petrol at the local servo ...
#147 There's A Flaw In The System
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two Doting Dads dedicate this episode to those affected by suicide. Please know that no matter how hard it is, Ash will tell you it always gets b...
#146 One Moment You’re Fine, The Next You’re in a Neckbrace
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ash is falling apart after experiencing a dumb little injury, and Matty J is not sympathetic. The kids are waking up to the realities of becomin...
#145 Only Thing Hughesy Loves More Than A Gig… Is His Family
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Hughes is a comedian, radio host, and chaotic dad of three. His stories about fatherhood, fame, and the time he got way too high on weed gum...
#144 Why Does Everything Hurt?
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it just me, or am I hurtling towards middle age? Ash is all backed up this week and scares Macy in the process. He also recalls #1002 of his ...
#143 The Great Pregnancy Leak
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nana is back on the pod, and this time she's setting things straight after being accused of spilling the pregnancy beans to Ash. Protect Ellie at all ...
#142 Jessie Stephens On Workplace Romance, Baby Highs And Prenatal Depression
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessie Stephens fell in love at work with her boss’s son, Luca Levigne. What started as an office romance turned into a life together, and they ...
#141 WE HAVE BIG NEWS
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If we tell you too much, we'll give it away! Just know that Ash is THRILLED. Matty J, too 😉 We also answer your questions: What are yo...
#140 Two Ranting Parents
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Remember when Ash was the reason why his father's car door was ripped apart and had to live with the consequences many years later? No? Well, hi...
#139 Dad With Millions Of Followers Shares His Sobriety Journey
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Tate may just be the biggest social media dad we’ve had on the pod. You probably know him as one-half of Ben and Zara, the father-daugh...
#138 Guilty Until Proven Otherwise
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know that you're "getting on"? Some say grey spotting, perhaps rickety knees, but for Matty J and Ash...it's a hairy butt-crack. ...
#137 Drunk Tooth Fairies, Spicy Reno Opinions And An Expensive Accident
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks day one of medicated Ash! Have you noticed a difference in his "spark"? Nah, neither do we! Matt, on the other hand, feels frosty af...
#136 Reggie "Bird' Sorensen Faces The Reality Of Never Seeing Her Kids Again
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to understand why Reggie "Bird" Sorensen is so beloved by the public and the people around her. From winning Big Brother twice, to con...
#135 Getting Caught With Your Pants Down
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ash has found himself in a compromising position after dropping the kids off at school. Will he ever recover? Let's face it, probably not. ...
#134 You've Got The Wrong Child!
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 Breaking news 🚨 Ash is shocked to find out that his son has been awarded a title that only well-behaved kids receive! Ash also experienc...
#133 KLP Wasn't Prepared For How Different Her Births Would Be
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
KLP, or Kristy Lee Peters, knows exactly how to get your kids to dance silly and make the parents' feet tap. KLP has been cooking up a tune sinc...
#132 Daycare Contraband, Rollercoaster Bus And Lie Busting
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping the kids entertained is just another form of parent torture. This week, the Wicks decided to spend "family day" at the big shops, but wh...
#131 Body Slamming, Touching Towels And Sleeping Rules
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The beach rules have changed: gone are the days when you could mark your territory with a towel. Matty J was left SHOCKED after discovering this...
#130 Becky Lucas: Preparing my newborn for open heart surgery
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Becky Lucas is one of Australia's favourite comedians. She knows how to disarm a crowd with her endearing humour and quick wit as she tries to express...
#129 It's Finally Caught Up To Me
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Ash's turn to update Matty J on what's been happening while he's been in the throws of the jungle. During a tiny blip of focus, Ash has dec...