The Dad’s Guide
Matt and Aiden tackle all the big topics related to being a “hands on” Dad in a modern world... actually, scrap that sentence, that sounds like a self-help podcast. We are definitely not one of those.Join us each fortnight as we work our way through the tips, tricks and tragedies we are learning on a daily basis as we help keep some young humans alive.
Episodes
16 episodes
James and the Giant Beach
Welcome to the self entitled "Summer Series" of the Dad's Guide where Aiden and Matt tackle all issues of the summer variety. Today's topic is an obvious one - the beach. Don't be thrown off by the fact that both Aiden and Matt can be beach ave...
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Episode 16
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29:36
Risky Christmas
Aiden and Matt are back, just in time to talk all things Christmas ( a risky topic, I know!)Join us for some yuletide tips to keep the Christmas spirits high and festive fun in abundance!If you have any suggestions for topics, tips,...
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Episode 15
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35:07
Birthday Party of Five
Today Aiden and Matt try their best to provide insight into the do's and don'ts of your child's birthday party. Who should you invite? Where should it be? What will your child really remember in 10 years time? All this and more in the fin...
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Episode 14
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32:41
Dad Boys For Life
Today the Dad's Guide tackles the holiest of days, Father's Day. Join Aiden and Matt as they provide their tips and warnings on how to produce a successful day of homage to your Dad, whilst inevitably getting side tracked with unnecessary stori...
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Episode 13
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30:17
Mary Shoppins
Aiden and Matt hit the local Westfield with tips and tricks to get you through a family day of shopping. But whatever you do, don't overstay your welcome... and please remember to park appropriately.If you have any suggestions for...
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Episode 12
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36:58
Austin Showers
Aiden and Matt are back again, this time looking at the old bath time routine. What time of day is most appropriate? Who's tips might be considered inappropriate? All this and more on another episode of The Dad's Guide.If you have any s...
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Episode 11
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34:14
Telly McBeal
Welcome back to another episode of the Dad's Guide. This week Aiden and Matt look at the do's and don't of engaging the old idiot box into your parenting, Will there be some tips? sure. Will there be some warnings? maybe. Will there be a 5 minu...
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Episode 10
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40:57
That Thing You Poo
Here it is.... the one you've all been waiting for... or potentially avoiding... Matt and Aiden do toilet training (well not themselves personally, I think they've both had that under control for at least 10 years now). Join the guys as they tr...
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Episode 9
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36:06
The Dining
"Here's Dinner!" - Today Matt and Aiden delve into the world of fine dining... well... fine dining for children at least. From green pancakes to torturous karaoke, today's tips will ensure you are not necessarily educated, but hopefully enterta...
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Episode 8
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36:08
Wallace and Vomit
Today Matt and Aiden venture down the rabbit hole of disease... the gastro, the colds, conjunctivitis etc. etc., you know, all the fun parts of parenting!If you have any suggestions for topics, tips, or things we have missed, please sen...
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Episode 7
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34:36
Placenta Stage
This episode sees Aiden and Matt recalling where their journey to fatherhood all began... no... not like that... come on guys, get your mind out of the gutter... we are talking about the birth of their children!If you have any suggestio...
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Episode 6
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36:58
Matt and Aiden Face the Music
Both Aiden and Matt think they know music. They love music... they live music. But what happens when you have children? Will they like the same music as you? And how can you use the magic of song to get your kids completing the every day tasks ...
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Episode 5
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36:09
The Sixth Tent
What happens when you take two dads who enjoy their creature comforts and ask them to talk about camping? This episode. Matt and Aiden try their best too impart some useful tips for when the wild calls, how useful they are will be left for you ...
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Episode 4
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35:34
Book Who's Talking
Aiden and Matt love the sounds of their own voices. This makes book time a joyous nightly event in their respective households. It also means they have much to talk about when it comes to the art of introducing children to literature. ...
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Episode 3
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38:41