Mathew and Lawrence discuss all things fatherhood whilst having some lols and learning valuable lessons along the way. With a wide range of awesome guests, this...
From One GCSE to Making Grammar Go Viral: The MC Grammar Story
Jacob Mitchell, the award-winning teacher turned MC Grammar, joins Lawrence and Mat to share the real story behind his journey — from leaving school with just one GCSE to becoming a global sensation blending hip-hop and education. Discover how his viral raps like The Gruffalo sparked a mission to make learning engaging, accessible and fun for kids everywhere.
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Special Episode: Fatherhood in Elite Sport - with Saracens Rugby
Saracens scrum-half and former Springbok international Ivan van Zyl, alongside senior academy coach James Tirrell, are not just leaders in elite sport - they’re also dads. In this special episode of Fatherhood in Elite Sport, Mat and Lawrence dive into the balancing act of high-performance sport and fatherhood. How do they maintain elite-level focus under intense pressure while being present for their families? What lessons can we pass on to kids aspiring to reach the top? From mindset to sacrifices, they share invaluable insights from the frontline of professional sport and parenting.
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The Parenting Lies That Are Breaking Us (And What to Do Instead) - with Zoe Blaskey
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Mat and Lawrence sit down with Zoe Blaskey, founder of Motherkind, to explore the evolving dynamics of modern parenthood. We delve into the psychological shifts that come with raising children, the shared challenges faced by both mothers and fathers in the unique modern era and strategies to foster resilience and confidence in our parenting journeys.
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Triple Amputee, Veteran Marine - Mark Ormrod on Resilience
In 2007, while on tour in Afghanistan, Mark Ormrod triggered an IED, resulting in the loss of both legs and his right arm. But his story is about far more than what he lost - it's about resilience, mindset and redefining possibility. In this episode, Mark shares his hard-earned lessons, the philosophies that shaped his journey and his personal approach to fatherhood as a dad of three.
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Healing Food & Functional Mushrooms with Gemma Ogston
Gemma is a twice published author - 'The Self Care Cookbook' and 'The Healing Cookbook' - as well as a regular on our TV screens sharing her plant based recipes on This Morning. In this episode she talks to Mat and Lawrence about her journey from raver to wellness warrior, the trials and tribulations of parenting...and how the food we eat can boost our mood and elevate our daily routines.
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Mathew and Lawrence discuss all things fatherhood whilst having some lols and learning valuable lessons along the way. With a wide range of awesome guests, this is not just a podcast for dads...mums alike will enjoy a rare insight into the psyche of ’the dad’ as they navigate the beautifully challenging but rewarding journey of parenthood