Do you really need to follow fashion when you've just had a baby? What's the best way to work on self-esteem? Is it still OK to wear skinny jeans? And why is Ellie in trouble with her Dad even though she's 46? Helping us to answer all these questions is stylist extraordinaire Sophia Lorimer!

Known on the socials as @finedtunedwardrobe, Sophia is a fashionista with a difference. She's all about shopping your wardrobe and sustainability - in fact, she hasn't bought anything new from a shop in five years. We talk about that, along with how Sophia's attitude to clothes was shaped by growing up as one of eight sisters. She tells us about her experience of having post-natal depression, how she managed to get through it, and why it changed how she sees fashion forever. 

We discuss comfort versus style, and Sophia gives us some practical tips for feeling better about our bodies and breaking an addiction to fast fashion. She reveals why she's not a big fan of Vinted, and shares her own biggest fashion disaster. 

Do check out the services Sophia offers and her fabulous fashion sense @finetunedwardrobe, and her website - finetunedwardrobe.com. And have a look at our main Instagram feed for a video of Sophia judging our ghosts of fashion past...

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* In the autumn we're coming to Barnard Castle, Darlington, Sturminster Newton, Portsmouth, Guildford, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Dundee, Hertford, Canterbury, Blackburn, Tenbury Wells, Newport, Norwich, East Grinstead, Harrogate, Newcastle... And then it's our Christmas tour! Go to scummymummies.com for dates and tickets.

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What's it like to perform a hilarious comedy show about death? Here to tell us all about it is stand-up legend Ed Byrne.

We discuss his 30 year career in comedy and how he got started. Then there's some chat about his latest show, Tragedy Plus Time. We talk about the loss of Ed's brother, Paul, and Ellie explains why his was the funniest funeral she's ever been to. We also discuss the difference between dealing with family and friends, and Ed offers some advice for what to do when sibling relationships go wrong. 

It all sounds a bit serious, doesn't it? But honestly, we manage to have a right laugh along the way. We end with a shared Scummy Mummy Confession from Helen and Ellie, plus an account of some terrible behaviour by Ed in a hotel. 

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* We will be at Big Feastival in August, doing a show and a podcast on the Sunday. Then in the autumn we're coming to Barnard Castle, Darlington, Sturminster Newton, Portsmouth, Guildford, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Dundee, Hertford, Canterbury, Blackburn, Tenbury Wells, Newport, Norwich, East Grinstead, Harrogate, Newcastle... And then it's our Christmas tour! Go to scummymummies.com for dates and tickets.

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Yes, it really has been 25 years since Ralph's Party was released! You are that old! Here to talk about that book, and all the brilliant ones she's written since, is best-selling author Lisa Jewell. 

She tells us about her writing process, and how she cured herself of imposter syndrome. Lisa shares her top tips for budding authors, and introduces us to our new favourite website, doesthedogdie.com. 

We talk discuss true crime, and why so many of us women like it so much. Then there's some chat about raising adolescents - Lisa reveals why her parenting style differs from her partner's, and offers some advice on getting through the teenage years. We finish with a Scummy Mummy Confession from Helen that leaves Lisa more horrified than any of the terrible things she's written about in her books. 

The sexy new anniversary edition of Ralph's Party is out on 23 May. The paperback of Lisa's latest thriller, None of This is True, is out now. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter @lisajewelluk. 

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* Come and see our live comedy show in 2024! We are on our way to Cockfosters THIS SATURDAY, then Kent, Oxford, Swansea, Cardiff, Mansfield, Leicester, Liverpool, Nottingham, Exeter, Redruth, Newbury, Watford, York, Sevenoaks... And new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets.

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What's it like having dinner with Beyoncé? How many tour buses do the Backstreet Boys need? And how do you win a staring competition with Prince? DJ Nikki Beatnik actually has the answers to all these questions, and more! 

We talk about her life on the road with the likes of Kelis and All Saints. We find out what it's like to meet Grace Jones and your future husband on the same day, while massively hungover. 

There's a bit of chat about Nikki's experience of having corona twice, and how she's coping with long Covid. We talk about her interiors business, Hip Hop Homes London, and the amazing Mums That Rave movement. Plus, we learn about the only alcoholic drink Nikki will ever consume, and why she's never had a cup of tea. 

You can follow Nikki @djnikkibeatnik, and see her interiors stuff @hiphomehomeslondon. And do check out the awesome @mumsthatrave. Listen to Nikki's music on Mixcloud.

The place Helen went for her birthday weekend is @the_old_dairy_sussex. Thanks again to the lovely Lucy for letting her stay.

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded with social distancing in accordance with the rules, no worries lads. 

**SEE US LIVE!** We are coming to Cirencester this Tuesday, Clapham on Thursday, and then Winchester, Finchley, Leatherhead and many more next year. Obvs the situation is changing all the time, but no worries - all tickets are refundable or transferrable. Visit scummymummies.com to get yours. 

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Our guest for this episode is the hilarious comedian, actor, and writer, Thanyia Moore! 

We reminisce about the bad old days, when we were all on the open mic comedy circuit together. There's some chat about how different audiences can be, and the issues around race and gender that still exist in comedy today. 

Thanyia shares her experience of being a school bully, and tells us what happened when she apologised to the people she was mean to in adulthood. We discuss what causes bullying, what she wishes the adults around her had done differently, and why she thinks it's time for a shift in focus in the way we deal with bullies. 

And finally, we nearly come to blows over the subject of Cabbage Patch Dolls, before Thanyia entertains us with some brilliant Scummy Auntie Confessions. 

For more from Moore, including gig dates, go to thanyiamoore.co.uk. Her episode of Mock the Week is now on iPlayer. 

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded with social distancing before the new lockdown rules were announced, no worries lads. 

**SEE US LIVE!** We are bringing our Christmas show to Milton Keynes, Cirencester, and Clapham this December. Obvs the situation is changing all the time, but no worries - all tickets are refundable or transferrable. Visit scummymummies.com to get yours. 

**WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, signature Wine Mugs, and Mum Island beach towels! Plus new products coming soon! FREE UK DELIVERY! 

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From stuntwoman to interiors expert to writing More! magazine's Positions of the Fortnight, Emily Murray has lived a life! She tells us all about it.

We hear how she started her popular Insta account, @pinkhouseliving, and Emily gives us her number one tip for making your house look nice - or at least less shit. We also discuss turning 40, and how we're all coping with the second wave. 

Emily's blog is at pinkhouse.co.uk. Her book, Pink House Living, is out now. Her new podcast, Play with Emily Murray, is coming soon. 

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded with social distancing before the new lockdown rules were announced, no worries lads. 

**SEE US LIVE!** We are bringing our Christmas show to Milton Keynes, Cirencester, and Clapham this December. Obvs the situation is changing all the time, but no worries - all tickets are refundable or transferrable. Visit scummymummies.com to get yours. 

**WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, signature Wine Mugs, and Mum Island beach towels! FREE UK DELIVERY! 

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What's the best way to announce your separation? Is it possible to stay civil if you're still living together? And how do you cope when your ex's new partner is literally wearing your trousers? Comedian Sam Pamphilon knows the answer to none of these questions, but we have a good laugh anyway! 

The actor and former chef tells us how he's handling the pandemic, and what his signature lockdown dish is. We discuss Sam's sexual preferences, donkeys versus racehorses, chicken vaginas, and Val Kilmer's elbow. It's one of the most honest and hilarious chats we've ever had, so do have a listen. 

As mentioned on the podcast, Sam isn't on social media at the moment. If you want to follow him, best loiter around Sydenham Lidl. 

**SEE US LIVE!** Our tip top comedy show is BACK with new socially distanced seating, and maybe even some new jokes. Visit scummymummies.com for tickets.

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Is there an upside to mum guilt? What's the best way to handle lockdown? And how can you teach your kids a valuable lesson just by sitting on the sofa? Answering all these questions and more is Anna Mathur, psychotherapist and author of the best-selling book Mind Over Mother!

She tells us about her own experiences of post-natal depression and anxiety, and why perfectionism and motherhood don't mix. We learn some useful, practical tips for managing anxiety and setting boundaries. And we share some Scummy Mummy Confessions about Instagram mishaps, incontinence and Alton Towers. 

You can follow Anna on Instagram @annamathur, and find out more at annamathur.com. Mind Over Mother is out now. 

**SEE US LIVE!** Our tip top comedy show is BACK with new socially distanced seating, and maybe even some new jokes. We'll be in Cirencester on 21 October, then Cheltenham on 20th November and more... Visit scummymummies.com for tickets.

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CLASSIC EPISODE! Due to popular demand we re-releasing this classic Scummy Mummies Podcast with the very funny and talented Steph Douglas. We tackle a range of topics including sex and relationships and why it is important to send WhatsApp messages to get your partner's juices flowing. This was recorded back in early 2019 when we could all still touch each other, good times. ENJOY!

Original podcast description:

How important is sex to a good relationship? Why do we sometimes need to pull up the drawbridge? And what are the best and worst bits of having a third child? Answering all these questions is Steph Douglas, Instagram sensation and founder of Don't Buy Her Flowers!

She tells us what effect becoming outnumbered has had on her marriage, and why her husband described her third pregnancy as being a bit like Brexit. We talk about the biggest shock that comes with having a new baby, and how counselling can help with the rough patches.

Then it's time for some filthy shagging chat. Helen explains how she likes it "good style", and Steph reveals the perils of erotic WhatsApp chat.

If you don't want to buy someone flowers, go to dontbuyherflowers.com. You can follow Steph on Instagram @steph_dontbuyherflowers.

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Selby, Sheffield, Barnsley, Kettering, Hackney, Chipping Norton, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

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Our guest for this episode is the brilliant Penny Wincer - writer, photographer, and carer. She tells us about looking after her mum when she was a teenager, and what life is like now she is caring for her autistic son.

We learn about how it feels to be the child of a person with mental health issues, and how Penny coped after her mum's suicide. She also shares the biggest lesson she learned from her mum's experience 

We discuss the stigma that still exists around special education, and the difficulties and benefits of having a child who's on a different path. Penny gives us some useful advice for carers, and some ideas for how those around them can offer support. We hear about Penny's own self-care strategies, and why she thinks mum guilt is bullshit. Plus: find out why Helen's coffee machine is like a vagina. 

Penny's superb book, Tender: The Imperfect Art of Caring, is out now. You can find her website at pennywincer.com, or follow her on Instagram @pennywincer.

**SEE US LIVE!** Our tip top comedy show is BACK with new socially distanced seating, and maybe even some new jokes. We'll be in Sevenoaks on 1 October, and Cirencester on 21 October. Visit scummymummies.com for tickets.

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Is it better to follow recipes or your instincts? What's going on with the food industry's diversity problem? And what would you eat for your last supper? Answering all these questions and more is the amazing Melissa, aka @fowlmouthsfood! 

She tells us how she created her hugely popular pop-ups and Insta account, and even landed a column in BBC Good Food magazine. We discuss how to write a recipe, and the issues around cooking food from other cultures. Ellie reveals her secret lentil shame, and Helen tells us her golden rule of cooking, for what it's worth. 

We also discuss Melissa's experience of motherhood, and learn what not to say to a lesbian couple having a baby. Plus, we find out what it's like when your partner is a doctor on the frontline. 

If you've ever eaten food, do follow Melissa @fowlmouthsfood, and look out for her BBC Good Food column coming soon. 

**SEE US LIVE!** Our tip top comedy show is BACK with new socially distanced seating, and maybe even some new jokes. We'll be in Frome on 17 September, Clapham on 23 & 24, Sevenoaks on 1 October, and Cirencester on 21 October. Visit scummymummies.com for tickets.

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She's a comedian, a singer, a writer, and an improv legend - it's the amazing Pippa Evans! 

We cover a wide range of topics, from Pippa's work on the 9 to 5 musical to why she thinks we should all learn to improvise. We talk about Pippa's role as the co-founder of the Sunday Assembly, and what it's like to have a teenage crush on Jesus. We round off with some tip top confessions involving waxing, shagging, and throwing up Quorn. 

You can find out more about Pippa's work over at pippaevans.com. Visit https://showstopperthemusical.com/the-kids-show/ for info on The Showstoppers' Kids Shows and more improv comedy shows. She is on Twitter and Instagram as @iampippaevans. 

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COME AND SEE US LIVE! We're in Frome on 17 September, and Clapham on the 23rd and 24th. Tickets are selling fast - get yours now from scummymummies.com.

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Our guests for this episode are amazing podcasters, parents and all-round legends, Sindy and Vanel! 

They tell us about their experience of having a baby six months into their relationship, and how they've been getting on in lockdown. Sindy talks about making the transition from being a single parent to having a partner, and Vanel explains how it was a random selfie that got them together in the first place. There are loads of laughs along the way, and we round off with one of the funniest Scummy Mummy Confessions we've ever heard. 

Sindy and Vanel's brilliant podcast, Go Ask Your Mother, is out now on BBC Sounds. They're on Instagram @goaskyourmother_podcast, and Twitter @GAYMPodcast. You can follow Vanel @VMaan_Music, and Sindy @sindysl17. Sindy is also on Instagram @sindy_chikadaya.

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We sit down for a serious chat in this episode as we celebrate the life of Lee, Helen's Mum, who passed away recently. And of course, we manage to have a few laughs along the way. 

We talk about the kind of person Lee was, and how lucky Helen was to have her as a parent. We discuss what it's like to prepare for the death of someone you love, and strategies for managing grief. Plus, find out the roles ABBA and East 17 played in Lee's passing. 

This episode is dedicated to Lee, with love. Thank you for listening. 

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Our guest for this episode is the amazing actor Tanya Moodie! She tells us about her starring role in the hit sitcom Motherland, and that time she was in Star Wars. 

We discuss Tanya's experience of being a black mum, and why it's important to find your tribe. She gives us some tips on surviving the transition to secondary school, and Helen tells the worst celebrity anecdote of all time. 

Things get pretty deep as we talk about everything from Buddhism and the Black Lives Matter movement to seeing the potential in Donald Trump. But as always, we wind up with some brilliantly daft Scummy Mummy Confessions. 

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Do follow Tanya on Twitter @tanyamoodie, and Instagram @tanyagracemoodie. Her dog's Insta is @bellaminibully.

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She's a comedian, a writer, an actor, and mother to a sexist baby - it's the hilarious Jess Fostekew! 

Jess tells us what it was like to be nominated for the Edinbugh comedy award, and we pretend to be happy for her. We discuss her excellent show, Hench, and the issues it raises around gender and body image. 

Then it's time for some food chat. We talk about intuitive eating, and why there's nothing wrong with being an emotional eater. As always, we round off with some Scummy Mummy Confessions, this time involving outdoor urination and body hair. 

You can follow Jess on Twitter @jessicafostekew. Her brilliant podcast, Hoovering, is available from her website plus all the usual places.

The books we mention are Just Eat It by Laura Thomas, and Eat Up by Ruby Tandoh.

Photo credit: Idil Sukan

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OLD GOLD! During lockdown some of us have had just a few more drinks than usual. If you are feeling like you need to cut back on the Chardonnay or have a few less gins, here's a handy little podcast to help you. Cheers!

What's the best way to cut down on your drinking? Why do mums like wine so much, anyway? And what is the collective noun for members of All Saints? Answering all these questions and more is Rosamund Dean, author of Mindful Drinking!

She tells her how her own experiences as a mum on the sauce led her to write the book, and Ellie and Helen discuss how it's changed their lives. We find out whether we're Abstainers or Moderators, and why it matters when you're trying to drink less. There are also some practical tips for choosing a signature soft drink, thinking about booze as if it's cake, and following the free champagne rule.

Then we enjoy some frankly astonishing insights into what it must be like to be Helen Thorn with brand new game, Pissed or Stupid? We discover what a Gibson Measure is, and have a whinge about World Book Day.

Rosamund's brilliant book is out now and you can follow her on Twitter @rosamunddean and Instagram @rosamunddean.

This episode was sponsored by the wonderful people at iheartwines.co.uk. Yep, the irony is crushing.

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Our guest for this episode is creative entrepreneur, activist, writer and all-round queen, Jade Sullivan! 

We talk about Jade's role in the Black Lives Matter movement, and the brilliant piece she wrote about why we must speak up. You can read the full article at motherpukka.co.uk. 

Jade talks about why she wants to own the title of Angry Black Woman, and why it's important to have uncomfortable conversations. We also talk about her personal experience of the UK's maternity and mental health services. 

You can follow Jade on Instagram @thesullivanslondon. Find out more about her events business, @yellowcroftevents, at yellowcroft.com, and her CBD company @calibrecanna at calibrecanna.com. For the lockdown diaries she mentions, follow @isolation_ships. 

Some resources Jade recommends: 

Nuakai Aru: Uncovering Self Adventures into the Unknown  

Jane Elliott on the world map

Akala Deconstructs Race Class & Britain 

@theblackcurriculum 

Black Pound Day - @bpdofficial 

Bozoma Saint John - @badassboz - on being an Angry Black Woman

The photo of Jade and family is by @ronanksm

Sorry there's a bit of wind on this episode. We are still working out how to record while safely socially distancing! 

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We are doing a drive-in show this month, in Brent Cross on 25 July. For tickets visit the Drive In Club website.

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JUST THE TWO OF US! For only the fourth time in Scummy Mummies history, there is no guest for this episode - it’s just us dickheads. We’re meeting up in our cosy bubble to share some personal news, and to talk about how we’ve found lockdown. We share our coping strategies, and what we do on the days we’re really not coping very well at all, actually. Find out how we’re getting on with homeschooling, hear about the newest member of Helen’s family, and learn what Ellie's been doing beside her parents' bins.

The podcast Helen recommends is the excellent Divorce Club. The terms Ellie can't remember that Brené Brown uses are over- and under-functioning, and you can hear her explain them in a much more articulate way on the Unlocking Us podcast. 

This podcast is brought to you in partnership with @PayPalUK. These are tricky times, with lots to juggle, but PayPal makes life a bit easier - whether you're shopping online or sending someone you appreciate a little treat. Thanks, PayPal! #PayPalItForward 

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CLASSIC EPISODE! We are re-releasing this fabulous episode from 2018 with the brilliant Ortis Deley. This episode is full of laughs and nonsense, plus some excellent tech chat and talk about the charity Practical Action, an organisation which we support. Enjoy.

Episode Details:

Our guest for this episode is Ortis Deley, off of CBBC and The Gadget Show! He tells us about how he manages tech time in his house, the best and stupidest gadgets he's ever seen, and whether we really need a wet wipe warmer.

We go behind the scenes on the Smash Hits Roadshow, and find out what happened the night Kerry met Brian. Ortis discusses how he feels about having a second child, and reveals his top mobile phone picks.

There's also some charity chat as we talk about Practical Action. Follow Practical Action @practical_action.

We round off with a ludicrous new game, Techno or Tech Faux?, and of course our Scummy Mummy Confessions.

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How can we help our children handle their worries? What's the best way to deal with bullying? Is it realistic to want kids to be happy all the time? Answering all these questions and more is the brilliant Dr Angharad Rudkin! 

She tells us about her work as a child psychologist, and how having kids herself changed the way she deals with parents. We find out why it's important to think about our core values, and how to help children manage their friendships. Plus, we discover what to do if your child's the one doing the bullying, and are relieved to learn not even child psychologists' kids eat their vegetables. 

Find Your Girl Squad, the book Dr Angharad co-wrote with Ruth Fitzgerald, is out now. Her other books, What's My Child Thinking? and What's My Teenager Thinking? are also available now.  

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OLD GOLD! We are bringing this classic episode back for you because it is one of our favourites and we love the work of Natalie Lee aka Style Me Sunday. This was recorded back in 2017 and Natalie has now gone onto to be a mega-star on Instagram. On her account @stylemesunday she speaks openly about body positivity, female pleasure, race and diversity in fashion. If you are not following her, do so immediately! Enjoy.

Episode details:

She's a stylist, a mother, an ex-midwife, and a woman with strong opinions about jogging bottoms - it's Instagram sensation Natalie Lee, otherwise known as Style Me Sunday!

She tells us how she got where she is today, and why she thinks it's important to have a creative output after you have a baby. We go on to cover a wide range of topics including diversity, tomboys, worst fashion disasters, and whether you should shave your front bottom before you give birth.

Helen chats about her own new fashion project, Helen Wears a Size 18. There's an attempt at serious charity work as we discuss the latest Stand Up to Cancer campaign. To find out more, visit standuptocancer.org.uk.

Many thanks to Onjenu for supplying the lovely clothes Natalie gave us.

You can find out more about Natalie via stylemesunday.com, and follow her on social media @stylemesunday.

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How do you parent your kids when you were raised strictly, but you're a hippy at heart? How does it feel to be the second most famous person on the Isle of Wight? And what's Mr Tumble REALLY like? Answering all these questions is the amazing DJ Rob Da Bank!

We talk about how music was his escape when growing up in a rural backwater, and why, as an adult, he decided to make his kids live in a rural backwater. We learn how Rob ended up with four kids under 10, and why Fred Siriex is in charge of his family planning. As always we round off with some Scummy Mummy Confessions, including a special one just for Rob. 

SAFETY NOTICE: This episode was recorded before lockdown, no worries lads. And we're sad to say Camp Bestival has been called off this year, but with a bit of luck it'll be back in 2021. We'll be there with bells (and catsuits) on. 

You can follow Rob on Twitter @RobDaBank, or on Instagram @robdabank1973.

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When we're not confined to our homes because of a global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you've got a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has been changed - please contact the venue for more info. 

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OLD GOLD! As we are all in a new era of parenting in a pandemic, we thought that we would re-release this episode with the fabulous psychotherapist Philippa Perry. This was recorded back in early 2019, when we could all hug each other, but listening to this will be like having an audible hug. Enjoy!

Podcast Details:

Is your child a Dandelion or an Orchid? What's the one piece of advice every new parent needs to hear? And how do you get kids to put their bloody shoes on? Answering these questions is brilliant psychotherapist Philippa Perry!

She tells us all about her fantastic new book, The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (And Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did). We talk about why our childhood experiences are so important when it comes to bringing up our own kids, and the best way to cope when they're driving you loopy.

There's some chat about sleep, Philippa's opinion of the "crying it out" method, and what she suggests as an alternative. We get some advice on managing screentime, giving praise, dealing with lying and helping kids when parents separate.

Philippa's new book is properly one of our favourite parenting guides ever, and it's out now. She's on Twitter @philippa_perry. You can hear her Radio 4 programme about lying on iPlayer. And do check out our previous podcast with Philippa, where we talk relationship advice, managing the arrival of a new sibling, and much more.

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

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Why do lesbians have the highest divorce rate? How do you navigate an open relationship? What goes on in a sex lab? Answering all these questions is the amazing Rosie Wilby! 

The comedian and author tells us all about her brilliant books, Is Monogamy Dead? and The Breakup Monologues. We discuss some of the fascinating things she's discovered through her research, and learn a superb fact about bonobos. Rosie explains why she and her wife are considering opening up their marriage, and reveals what it's like to perform stand-up at a sex party.

You can follow Rosie on X @rosiewilby and on Instagram @breakupmonologues. And you can find the Breakup Monologues podcast in all the usual places. 

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* Come and see our live comedy show in 2024! We are on our way to Stockport, North London, Kent, Oxford, Swansea, Cardiff, Mansfield, Leicester, Liverpool, Nottingham, Exeter, Redruth, Newbury, Watford, York, Sevenoaks... And new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets.

*WE HAVE A SHOP!* Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!  

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In 2017, we put out a podcast with the legendary Dr Ranj. It was funny, fabulous, and filthy - just like him. However, for reasons lost in the mists of time, we were forced to take it down. But now, by popular demand... It's BACK. 

Listen now to find out what Ranj is really thinking when he watches a woman give birth. He tells us the funniest thing that ever happened to him in A&E, and even gives us some actual medical advice - including what every parent should have in their bathroom cabinet, and the best way to get rid of nits. 

For more from the amazing Dr Ranj, do check out his new podcast - Steths, Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll. It's out now and you can listen in via iTunes, Audioboom, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @DrRanj.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

When we're not confined to our homes because of a rapidly escalating global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you've got a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has been changed - please contact the venue for more info. 

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WINE TIME! As we all drinking a few more glasses of wine than usual, we thought we would re-release this classic podcast with wine expert Helen McGinn. Helen now features regularly on the BBC's Saturday Kitchen and her book The Knackered Mother's Wine Guide: Because Life's too Short to Drink Bad Wine is now available.

Ever wondered what wine goes with fish fingers? Is it really worth spending a tenner instead of a fiver? And what's the best way to avoid hangovers? We answer all these questions and more with the help of wine expert Helen McGinn. 

She tells us all about her award-winning blog and best-selling book, The Knackered Mother's Wine Club. We find out why Ribena is technically more expensive than booze, and discuss Nigella's recipe for wine soup. Plus Helen M reveals what goes on behind the scenes at The Alan Titchmarsh Show (spoiler: Atomic Kitten like a drink.)

We explain why Prosecco is the Helen Thorn of wines and she tells us about her goon bag. Ellie outlines her idea for a breastmilk-themed drinking game and we test Helen M on her wine label knowledge with an inevitably stupid quiz.

Visit Helen McGinn's blog to sign up for her regular emails. Her book comes highly recommended and you can also followed her on Twitter: @knackeredmutha.

We're on Twitter too: @scummymummies. We love getting reviews on iTunes and reading your Scummy Mummy Confessions - please send in via Facebook or email scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com. 

Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for live show details. Thanks for listening! 

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Our guest for this episode is the amazing Njambi McGrath - comedian, author, childbirth expert, and mum. We cover everything from dirty underpants and bringing up mixed race kids to culturally problematic wallpaper and nits. 

Njambi tells us about her fantastic book, Through the Leopard's Gaze, which is all about her experience of growing up in Kenya and surviving family abuse. We discuss the trials of dealing with teenagers, and Njambi shares her ultimate parenting tip. 

Through the Leopard's Gaze is out now. You can catch Njambi's comedy specials via nextup.com.

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded pre-lockdown, no worries lads. 

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

When we're not confined to our homes because of a rapidly escalating global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you've got a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has been changed - please contact the venue for more info. 

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OLD GOLD! In these tricky times of homeschooling and isolation, we thought we would re-release this special podcast on The Supermum Myth. Psychologist Dr Rachel Andrew and Anya Hayes provide reassuring advice to overcome anxiety and celebrate imperfection.

There's no such thing as a perfect mum, so why do so many of us keep trying to be one? This episode is all about learning to overcome anxiety, ditch the guilt, and embrace imperfection.

Helping us out are psychologist Dr Rachel Andrew and writer Anya Hayes, author of The Supermum Myth. They give us loads of practical tips for becoming a happier mum, and we cover all sorts of topics from childbirth and post-natal depression to nits and brass bands. We round off with a bumper set of Scummy Mummy Confessions.

The Supermum Myth is out now. You can follow Dr Rachel on Twitter at @timepsychology. Anya is on Twitter @anyapilates, and Instagram @mothers.wellness.toolkit.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, rate, review and subscribe!

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Full disclosure: this may be the loudest, fastest, funniest, filthiest podcast we've ever done. We were thrilled to meet the amazing Cat and Nat, and none of us could stop talking the whole time. Definitely not one to listen to with the kids around - pour yourself a wine, lock the toilet door, and strap in...

This episode starts with a very strong chat about whether we've looked at our own downstairses, and doesn't get any more highbrow from there. We talk about everything from friendship, being in a double act and performing live shows to how often we have sex. How important is it to have a partner who's funny? What do you do if your kids start swearing? And how do you give a hand job that's better than a blow job? We chat about all this and more... #brexspit

For more from these bloody legends, visit catandnat.ca. You can follow them @catandnat, and watch their fantastic videos on YouTube. They also have a podcast and a book, both called Mom Truths. 

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded pre-lockdown, no worries lads. 

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

When we're not confined to our homes because of a rapidly escalating global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you've got a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has been changed - please contact the venue for more info. 

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OLD GOLD! Time to revisit some of our favourite bits from the last seven years of scumminess. If you're new to the podcast: welcome! This will give you an idea of what we're all about. If you're an old friend: welcome back! Let's have a laugh all over again.

Greatest Hits VOL 3 features Simon London, who talks about his experience of being adopted as a black child by a white family. Steph Douglas, otherwise known as the boss of Don't Buy Her Flowers, talks about how having a third child has affected her relationship and sex life. And finally, author and influencer Elle Wright discusses love and laughter after the loss of her baby, Teddy. Since recording this episode, Elle has announced she is now pregnant, and Teddy will become a big brother in Summer 2020. We are thrilled for Elle and Nico and send our love.

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Thank you for listening! Stay safe! X

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Episode 113: Anxiety Special with Clemmie Telford and Anna Williamson (Re-release)

Hello there, as we are facing such strange times, we thought we would re-release this special podcast from 2017, as it has great tips about dealing with anxiety and how we can help our mental health. Clemmie and Anna provide fantastic advice and there are plenty of laughs, too. Cheers Ellie and Helen xx

Podcast Details:

How do you know if you suffer from anxiety? What does a panic attack feel like? Is Instagram affecting our mental health? How long should you wait before sleeping with your personal trainer? Answering these questions are the amazing Clemmie Telford and Anna Williamson!

They share their experiences of anxiety - how it all began for them, how it changed with motherhood, and how they've learned to cope. There are some practical tips for what you can do and what you should avoid if you want to look after your mental health. And, of course, there's a bit of filth and some jokes about pooing.

Anna's book, Breaking Mad: The Insider's Guide to Conquering Anxiety, is out now. The follow-up, Breaking Mum and Dad, will be released in March, but is already available for pre-order. She has also written a children's book, Flo and the Funny Feelings, which is free to download. Follow her on Twitter @awilliamsontv, Instagram @annawilliamsonoffical, or search for Anna Williamson on Facebook.

Clemmie Telford is on Instagram @clemmie_telford and her blog can be found at motherofalllists.com.

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OLD GOLD! Let's take a trip back in time and enjoy some of our favourite bits from the archive. This selection of highlights is designed to give new listeners a taste of the Scummy Mummies Podcast, and old friends a good laugh all over again.

Greatest Hits VOL 2 features Anna Whitehouse, aka top influencer and flexible working campaigner Mother Pukka. We've got Afrosa Ahmed, who talks about being a Muslim in modern Britain, and wonders how she's supposed to stop terrorism when she can't even make her kids put their shoes on. Alice Evans talks about her experience of surviving cancer and having a mastectomy - honestly, it's funnier than it sounds. And there's some comedian called Dara O Briain, you might have seen him on the telly, he was in Have I Got News for You or something.

We're @scummymummies on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

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Thank you for listening! Stay safe! X

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OLD GOLD! We love this episode so much, we thought we would release it again!

For newcomers to the podcast - we know you will love it, and for those who are longtime fans, we are sure you will enjoy listening to one of our most favourite guests! Hope you're all well, sending lots of scummy love, Helen and Ellie xxx.

How do you raise strong girls? What's the best way to avoid Mum Guilt? What term would Nigerians use to describe teabagging? Answering all these questions is the amazing Kemi Telford!

We talk about how she started her own business and why she moved to the UK. There's some chat about discussing sex with kids, and why we should all stand in front of the mirror naked. We play a new game, Every Hole's a Goal, and Ellie discovers her children may be Nigerian.

You can buy Kemi's amazing wares at kemitelford.com. She's on instagram @kemitelford. Her husband's Christmas advert is out shortly.

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Brighton, Winchester, Twickenham, Leatherhead, Cambridge, Bath, Milton Keynes, Hertford, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, rate, review and subscribe!

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In this episode, we talk to ace barrister and author Sarah Langford. She gives us some tips for getting divorced, tells us what it's like to defend really bad people, and answers our stupid questions about her wig. We play a new game, Grime and Punishment, and discuss our favourite Monopoly pieces.

Sarah's superb book, In Your Defence, is out now. She is on Twitter @wigsandwords and Instagram @sarahlangfordwrites.

SAFETY NOTICE: This podcast was recorded pre-lockdown, no worries lads. 

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

When we're not confined to our homes because of a rapidly escalating global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you've got a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has been changed - please contact the venue for more info. 

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What makes the Danish some of the happiest people on earth? How can we steal their ideas, and what's stopping us? Why are Norwegian women like oil rigs? Answering all these questions is the amazing Helen Russell! 

We talk about her brilliant new book,How to Raise a Viking. Join us as we go on a wonderful journey to a land where the streets are paved with trampolines, children are given knives to play with, and men are having VR sex in enormous spunk factories. 

We talk about dating in Denmark, and the dark side of living Danishly - is it really all hygge, all the time? And to finish, we have some super Scummy Mummy Confessions involving cat pee and Easter treats. 

Helen's book is out now! You can follow her on Instagram and X @mshelenrussell. 

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* Come and see our live comedy show in 2024! We are on our way to Northampton, Sutton Coldfield, Stockport, North London, Kent, Oxford, Swansea, Cardiff, Mansfield, Leicester, Liverpool, Nottingham, Exeter, Redruth, Newbury, Watford, York, Sevenoaks... And new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets.

*WE HAVE A SHOP!* Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!  

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OLD GOLD! This special taster episode features highlights from some of our favourite podcasts of yesteryear. If you're a new listener, this should give you an idea of what we're all about. If you're an old friend, you've probably forgotten these bits anyway, so why not have a laugh all over again?  

Greatest Hits VOL 1 features Jane Garvey, off of Radio 4's Woman's Hour, and Ellie exposing herself. The hilarious actor Shaun Dooley reveals that although he was great in Broadchurch, he can't do accents for shit. Top comedian Miles Jupp joins us for a stupid quiz, and shares his Craig McLachan impression. And finally, Ellie talks about her experience of having a premature baby. It's funnier than it sounds.

We're @scummymummies on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

When we're not confined to our homes because of a rapidly escalating global pandemic, we sometimes do live comedy shows! Visit scummymummies.com for dates and tickets. If you already have a ticket for an upcoming show, chances are the date has changed - please contact the venue for details, ta.

Thank you for listening!

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As a special treat, we are re-releasing this episode with the two Scummy Grandads. Here's one for fans of Ellie's Dad and a chance to meet Helen's Dad, the Vicar - Rev. Tim Thorn. Enjoy x Helen and Ellie

What do you get if you cross an Australian vicar, a comedian from south-east London and several bottles of Sainsbury's cheapest Merlot? That's right, it's the latest episode of The Scummy Mummies Podcast!

Joining Helen and Ellie this time are their dads, Tim and Jim. They talk grandfatherhood, politics, dogs and the secret to having a long and happy marriage. Well, a long marriage.

We test Jim's enclycopedic knowledge of London pubs and Tim discusses getting heckled by his congregation. Plus, we quiz the grandads on modern life - tune in to find out whether Jim knows what a Kardashian is and what Tim makes of Grindr.

And finally there's just time for some Scummy Mummy Confessions. Do send yours in via email - scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com - or Facebook. We're on Twitter too: @scummymummies

Thanks for listening! Grandads, we love you.

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What times we live in! Seeing as everything's all bollocksed up anyway, we thought we might as well break with our usual publishing schedule, and put out a little bonus episode. 

It features the brilliant Dr Angharad Rudkin, who is an awesome child psychologist. We quizzed her about how to talk to our kids about the corona virus, how to handle their worries, and dealing with our own anxieties. We also chat about how we're managing the whole thing, and share our favourite straws for clutching at. 

We are having a Scummy Night in this Friday 20 March - join us on Instagram live at 8.30pm for wine, chat, catsuits, silliness and probably some fart jokes. 

Our live shows in March and April have now been rescheduled - please contact the venues for new dates. In the meantime, please feel free to enjoy and share our back catalogue of podcasts, and remember, our book is Still In Print! 

Angharad's amazing book, Find Your Girl Squad, is out now - look out for a full episode with her coming soon.

Thank you for listening. WE CAN DO THIS, PEOPLE. Love you xxx

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Episode 173: Sofie Hagen on fat activism and being funny

She's a multi-award winning comedian, an author, podcaster, activist and fashion designer - it's the amazing Sofie Hagen! 

She tells us all about how a need for revenge initially inspired her move from Denmark to the UK. We hear how she feels about Brexit, and learn some mindblowing things about a feet-themed website and the world's best mayor. Then it's time for some chat about Sofie's role in the fat liberation movement, and why she's not a big fan of body positivity. 

Sofie's brilliant book, Happy Fat, is out now. You can buy tickets for her tour, which is happening now, and listen to her excellent podcasts via sofiehagen.com. And don't forget to sign up for her newsletter. 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Chipping Norton again, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

WE ARE RUNNING THE MARATHON! For two excellent charities - Borne, which funds life-saving research to prevent premature births, and Women’s Aid, which helps women and children affected by domestic abuse. Please sponsor us! 

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Our guest for this episode is TV presenter, rambler and all round legend Julia Bradbury! 

We talk about her love of walking and her favourite places to visit in England, and try to persuade her to come to Catford. There's some parenting chat - Julia discusses her experience of going through IVF, along with the pros and cons of being an older mum. We find out about her biggest parenting challenge, and hear some very scummy confessions. Plus, we play a stupid game, and Ellie offends an entire nation. 

You can watch Julia's new show Bradbury right now on the ITV Hub. Julia's website can be found at theoutdoorguide.co.uk.

This episode of the podcast is brought to you in partnership with Visit England. Their website is a great place to visit when you're planning your next family break. And if your kids are Peppa Pig fans, do check out their Peppa Hub - you can watch clips from the show of Peppa on her travels, download an activity sheet and find lots of great places to go through an interactive Peppa map. 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Chipping Norton again, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

WE ARE RUNNING THE MARATHON! For two excellent charities - Borne, which funds life-saving research to prevent premature births, and Women’s Aid, which helps women and children affected by domestic abuse. Please sponsor us! 

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What is a buffet dress, and why do we all need one? How can the Power of Three rule transform our wardrobe? Is leopard print over? Answering all these questions are Instagram superstars Kat Farmer and Pascale Banks, aka @doesmybumlook40 and @style_mum! 

We talk all things fashion, from predictions for what this year’s Zara spotty dress will be to our favourite jogging bottoms. Plus we find out which essential items it’s worth investing in. 

Then it’s time for mum chat. Pascale talks about parenting twin boys, and Kat shares her experience of dealing with autism and Asperger’s syndrome. We get some tips on coping with the teenage years, and there’s a Heated Debate about how to manage homework. 

This episode is brought to you in partnership with AE Publications, who give parents the know-how to support their children’s education. Their books are a one-stop shop for kids doing Key Stage 2 English and maths, and 11+ preparation. It’s not about making them sit their for hours - just 20 minutes a day, four times a week can make a massive difference to a child’s confidence. The books start from £8.99, and you can get 10 per cent off until 22 March 2020 - just go to aepublications.co.uk and use the promo code “ScummyMummies”. Thanks, AE Publications! 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

WE ARE RUNNING THE MARATHON! For two excellent charities - Borne, which funds life-saving research to prevent premature births, and Women’s Aid, which helps women and children affected by domestic abuse. Please sponsor us! 

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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It's an eventful episode this week as we chat to hilarious comedian Jen Brister, and accidentally lock her in Ellie's lounge. 

Listen to Jen chat about being a gay parent and mum of twins, while becoming increasingly desperate for a piss. Will we be rescued in time, or will Jen be forced to wee in Ellie's son's fireman's bucket? Tune in to find out and enjoy some exciting cameos. Do listen right to the end for a surprising twist.

Jen tells us what it's like to have babies with another lady, and how you decide who gets to be (has to be?) the pregnant one. We also find out why choosing sperm with your partner is even harder than deciding what to watch on Netflix. 

Later on, Jen shares the most honest advice about kids and sleep we've ever heard. Ellie and Helen try to explain what Match Attax is, and to guide Jen through her kids starting school. Predictably they fail on both counts. 

Jen's brilliant book, The Other Mother, is out now. Follow her @jenbrister and visit her website jenbrister.co.uk.

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

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Our guest for this episode is the legendary Kate Thornton! She tells us all about her amazing career - from editing Smash Hits at the age of 21 and hosting the X-Factor to producing her fantastic podcast, White Wine Question Time. 

We also cover some tricky topics, such as: how much pressure should we put on our kids to work hard at school? What's the best way to cope when you're a neat freak and your partner is messy? And how do you deal with a blister on your nubbin? Kate Thornton has the answer to all these burning questions and more. 

There's also a bit of serious chat, as Helen discusses her recent trip to Australia, and we talk about the work of the brilliant charity Practical Action. They are working to turn the tables on climate change in North Darfur. Donate before 9 March and your gift will be matched by the UK government - so it will go twice as far. Find out more at practicalaction.org.

As usual, it quickly descends back into filth and nonsense, and we finish with some Scummy Mummy Confessions. 

The excellent White Wine Question Time is available now, wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Kate on Instagram @thekatethornton, or on Twitter @k8_thornton.

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

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We are honoured to have two absolute legends as our guests for this episode - Jane Garvey and Fi Glover, off of Radio 4! 

They tell us about their award-winning podcast, Fortunately. We get some advice on raising teenagers, including how honest we should be with kids about our own teenage years, and how to handle them going off to university. 

Then there's a whole load of chat about everything from the anti-vaccination movement and Bergerac, to interviewing Rolf Harris and whether you can get pregnant standing up. Helen reveals the unlikely song she had played at her wedding, and Ellie teaches Fi and Jane a new word for pornography. 

You can download the brilliant Fortunately podcast from the BBC, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Jane on Twitter @janegarvey1; Fi is @fifiglover.

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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Our guest for this episode is the legendary award-winning blogger Sareta Fontaine! We discuss a range of topics from what it means to be an influencer to keeping your kids safer online, and how to manage screentime. 

Sareta is also an ex-make-up artist, so we squeeze in some chat about that. She discusses her favourite high street make-up brands, tells us what's wrong with the beauty scene today, and reveals her top tip for looking good in five minutes.  

For more from Sareta, visit her website and follow her @heysareta.

This episode was made in partnership with Google. Visit the Be Internet Legends website to find out more about their resources for helping children to stay safer online. For more ways to help your family create healthier digital habits, search for or download, the Google Family Link App. The Family Link app is available to use on your children's Android devices.

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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Comedian, immigration lawyer, burlesque dancer, trainee wrestler, and absolute legend - it's Sikisa!

She tells us how she went from being a barmaid to being on stage, and some of the weirder things she's seen while MCing one of London's most famous open mic comedy nights. We learn what it's like to go on Live at the Apollo with a concussion. 

There's a bit of serious chat as Sikisa discusses her work as an immigration lawyer, helping refugees and asylum seekers to stay in Britain. We hear what she thinks about the idea of sending people to Rwanda. (Spoiler: she has some choice words for the Government.) Plus, Sikisa talks about what it's like to be diagnosed with dyslexia in your thirties. 

Then it's back to the usual old filth and nonsense as we chat about wrestling, nachos, and dick pics. Sikisa shares a very strong Scummy Mummy Confession (NSFW, but are they ever) and reveals how she knows if a man is good in bed. 

Sikisa is on tour right now - go and see her in Glasgow, London, Leeds, Edinburgh, Brighton, Southampton, Manchester, Bristol and Machynlleth. Tickets via sikisacomedy.com. Follow her on Instagram @sikisacomedy.

Sikisa's wrestling podcast, Wrestle Club UK, is available now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 

Please enjoy this full length version of the Venga Boys / Lil Jon mashup. Thank you to Pac-Hole Rickelton for bringing this joy into our lives. 

*WE ARE ON TOUR!* Come and see our live comedy show in 2024! We are on our way to Worcester, Northampton, Sutton Coldfield, Stockport... And new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets.

*WE HAVE A SHOP!* Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!  

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It's Chriiiiiiist Mas! And that means it's time for Nurse Jessie and Steve Hill to join us once again for some daft old festive nonsense. 

As is tradition, we discuss whether the snowman actually does bring the snow, wish Linda a happy birthday, and review some ham. We talk about our highlights of the year, including getting breathalysed and pissing in a pub car park. 

There is a Christmas message from Ellie's Dad, Jessie does a festive joke, and Steve Hill reveals his patented technique for farting in a van. Why they won't let us on Radio 4 we just don't know. We have a new game, It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Crispmas, plus - by popular demand - there's a special Christmas edition of The Accent Game. 

Many thanks to our sponsor for this episode - Michael Buble Perfume! Splash some of this on and if you ever meet Michael Buble in real life, he will instantly fall in love with you, potentially. Buy his fragrant wares from theperfumeshop.com. #MBFrangrances #theperfumeshop @michaelbubleperfume @theperfumeshop

Thank you also to Asda and Hello Cheese for providing us with some festive food. Bigup The Phoenix comic - to get four issues of their excellent publication for just a one pound, visit their website.

You can follow Steve Hill on Twitter @hillythefish. Nurse Jessie just wants people to respect her family's right to live a normal life. 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Bath, Norwich, Winchester, Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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We have two social media legends as our guests today - the amazing Louise Pentland and Emma Conway, otherwise known as Brummy Mummy of 2! 

This episode was recorded LIVE at the Birmingham Podcast Festival in front of an actual audience. We cover everything from Brazilians and body image to managing the work-life balance. 

Louise and Emma give us some advice on how to build your profile if you're just starting out in social media. We find out why they are Scummy Mummies, and Louise reveals what her child did to Zoella's lovely white walls. 

For more from our brilliant guests check out Louise's YouTube channel and visit Emma's website, and follow them on all the things. 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Brighton, Corby, Catford, Leicester, Liverpool, Sevenoaks, Bath, Norwich, Winchester, Potters Bar, Bishops Stortford, Stroud, Finchley, Sutton Coldfield, Barnsley, Manchester, Twickenham, Milton Keynes, Chipping Norton, Bath, Kettering, Worcester, Southampton, Exeter, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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How do you get over a sex drought? How many women can orgasm from penetrative sex? And does wearing socks in bed really make it easier to come? Answering all these questions are the amazing Anniki and Lisa from The Hotbed Collective! 

We cover an enormously wide range of topics, from getting back into sex after you've had a baby to how often we should be fiddling with ourselves. Along with some practical tips, there's some chat about sex toys for men, perving over Tom Selleck, and what happened when Anniki watched porn every day for a week. 

The brilliant book More Orgasms Please is out now. Follow these legends @thehotbedcollective on all the things. 

**SEE US LIVE** Come to our live comedy show! We are on our way to Brighton, Farnham, Corby, Catford, Leicester, Liverpool, Sevenoaks, Bath, Norwich, Winchester, and more... To buy tickets, and for more dates, visit ScummyMummies.com.

We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us at ScummyMummies.com. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe!

The Scummy Mummies book is OUT NOW! We hope you like it, and if you do, we'd love an Amazon review!

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