Underaged Grandparents with Matty & Esther Acton

This week on Underaged Grandparents… After 20 years together, Matty & Esther ask the big question: Is it finally time to give up on Valentine’s Day? 💔🌹 School lunch boxes — when did they become a competitive sport? Some parents are absolutely taking the piss… and we need to talk about it. And we still cannot believe what came out of our daughter’s mouth this week. It completely floored us. W...

Every parent has to deal with them… school WhatsApp groups. But are there rules? And if so, why does nobody follow them? We break it down — and yes, we’re asking for backup.   Ever checked how much your kid has accidentally spent online? Don’t. Actually… do. But sit down first.   And then there’s the conversation no one wants to have — what do you want done with your ashes when you die? Our friend...

It’s back-to-school week, which comes with ALL the emotions! We’re happy the school holiday stress has died down, but with a child starting high school, Matty and Esther have a lot to reflect on.   We break down the Beckham saga and ask the question: “Is it a parent’s or a child’s job to make amends?” Plus, a story of every parent’s worst nightmare – losing someone else’s child. Stay in touch and...

There are a lot of questions being asked on this week’s episode… and we need answers. • Is Dubai really the best place in the world to give birth? • Is it okay to be pregnant at the same time as your daughter? • Have you ever sharted? Yep — that’s this week’s Unhinged Fear File 😬 • And who actually makes the cut for the family photo? Jump into the conversation and give us your answers by followin...

This is a minisode! It’s a brand new year, so we’re chatting all things New Year’s resolutions — the realistic ones, the ambitious ones, and the ones that probably won’t last past January 😅 We’d love to hear yours! Search Underaged Grandparents on Facebook and join the group to be part of the conversation.

School holidays are in full swing, so we’re diving headfirst into the chaos on this week’s episode. • How much stuff do you actually need to pack when you go away? The debate rages on 🧳 • The weirdest things you were ever jealous of when it came to your siblings • The very basic (and uncultured) diet of a 90s kid • Plus, Esther delivers another Unhinged Fear File you won’t see coming 😬 Get more...

Twas the night before Christmas… and this episode dropped. Esther’s Unhinged Fear Files returns, and this time it’s all about the anxiety of gift-giving 🎁😬 Matt somehow found himself inside a celebrity’s house… and didn’t check out the bathroom. Honestly, WTF? Plus, we need your help: what age is too young (or too old) for freedom? How much independence do you actually give your kids? Be part of...

🎅 Santa’s Hotline Special 🎅 This special episode is dedicated entirely to our Santa’s Hotline — the ultimate parenting secret weapon. When the kids are carrying on, parents can call Santa directly and let him know who’s heading straight for the naughty list. 📞 Call 0414 886 239 anytime Leave a message and we’ll play the best (and most unhinged) calls on the podcast. Because sometimes Santa need...

This week on the podcast, Matty & Esther are deep in the chaos of school holidays — and coming to terms with the fact that their kids now have better social lives than they do. What do you even say when someone casually drops, “We’ve split up”? Unhinged Fear File: “A snake bit my vagina” — yes, it’s a real  And… we’re making our TV debut! It’s unfiltered, unhinged, and uncomfortably relatable....

THIS WEEK ON UNDERAGED GRANDPARENTS… Esther’s hit with a fresh wave of Mum Guilt — but should she actually feel bad? We dive into the spicy world of location sharing with your partner… cute or creepy? The Prime Minister got married and we may have… uh… invented some completely fake news about it. Santa’s Threat Line is back! And we’re serving up the wildest calls parents have sent our way. Join th...

This week on Underaged Grandparents, Matty & Esther are juggling a lot… Detective Children – Why do kids have CIA-level skills when you’re trying to hide literally anything? Esther’s Boomer Moment – She’s only 42… but something happened that aged her instantly. SANTA’S THREAT LINE – Every parent needs this in the lead-up to Christmas: 0414 886 239. Save it. You’ll use it. Holiday Dilemma – Can...

🔥 BIG EPISODE THIS WEEK! 🔥 Our Naughty Nanna of the Week could honestly be best mates with Snoop Dogg… You shared the weirdest things your kids want for Christmas — and wow, you did not disappoint. And we ask the big question: Does your kid’s name predict their personality? Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube — just search Underaged Grandparents Podcast and be part of the show!...

This week on Underaged Grandparents… We kick things off with Naughty Nanna stories — and yep, turns out she can still chuck a moon. Date night in your 30s… is it romance or logistics? The ultimate domestic debate: who actually decides where things belong in the house — the husband or the wife? And seriously… what does SAG SZN BBY even mean? Follow us and join the chaos! Just search Underaged Grand...

This week on Underaged Grandparents… things got chaotic. We attempted to babysit our granddaughter… and realised we may not be the natural parenting gods we thought we were. Esther took a tumble and accidentally flashed half the neighbourhood. You're welcome, world. Functional vs sexy underwear: Where’s the line? And why does every comfy pair look like it belongs to your Nan? And… are teenagers ac...

You guys love our unhinged tips to stay married, so this episode is short, sweet, and absolutely packed full of them! We’re not talking about the usual “never go to bed angry” stuff… No, no. These are weird, unhinged, and hilarious things you can actually try. Got one of your own? Hit us up on socials at Underaged Grandparents Podcast, or shoot us an email at underagedgrandparentspodcast@gmail.com

In this episode of Underaged Grandparents: We’re spicing up date night — but not like that. No drinking & new adventures, What should we try next? Cheeseboards have officially gone too far. Can we please just have cheese and meat again? Plus, more mother-in-law stories — and the unbelievably RUDE you've been given Come hang out with us on Instagram, TikTok and our Facebook Group “Underaged Gra...

In this episode of Underaged Grandparents: 🎤 We saw Mariah Carey live! Esther shares her honest review of the show. 💇‍♀️ Am I Overreacting? — A mother-in-law takes the kids for a haircut... without asking the parents first! 😬 Friendemies — What do you do when a friend just can’t be happy for you? We’d love you to be part of the show! Find us on Instagram, TikTok, or join our Facebook group “Und...

On this episode: Someone breaks into the house at 2am… but things take a massive turn when Matt confronts the bad guy! We’re celebrating 20 years together — are we happy, or does it feel like a life sentence? Pubic hair… is it back? And would you actually pay good money for it? We love having you as part of the show! Get around us on socials by searching “Underaged Grandparents” or email us at und...

If you’re not following us yet… do it now! Pretty please (with a wine on top). 🍷 There’s a bit going on in Episode 23: Millennials have a weird way of getting their kids to sleep — but hey, it works. Am I Overreacting? is back… and this week someone wants to know if it’s okay to hook up with their kid’s teacher 👀 Parenting Karma: judge another parent and karma will find you — fast. Join the Unde...

We’re now dropping DOUBLE episodes every week — so hit subscribe and get around it! In Episode 22 we dive into: Which Prime Minister got a little too hands-on with a pop star 🍑 Why growing up in the 90s was basically a death trap — and whether our kids need a bit more danger in their lives Your questions answered — including whether we’ve finally cracked the secret to fighting properly Join the U...

We’re back after a two-week school holiday break! This week on Underaged Grandparents we’re diving into: Why men never seem to hear what their wives actually say 🤔 Taylor Swift’s new album (Esther’s all over it, obviously) 🎶 The return of “Am I Overreacting?” — and this time, we can’t decide if he’s a genius or a creep 😬 Got a story of your own? Be part of the show! Share it with us on Facebook...

This week on Underaged Grandparents… What if Sabrina Carpenter’s Tears was actually written by a woman 10 years into marriage? 👀 Am I The Only One…? Blowing out birthday candles before singing Happy Birthday. 🎂 Should kids watch the news, or are we better off keeping them in blissful ignorance? 📰 Plus, we want to hear from YOU! Share your stories with us at underagedgrandparentspodcast@gmail.co...

This week on Underaged Grandparents… 🎤 Sabrina Carpenter’s lyrics – genius or just straight-up lies? Matty reckons if he’s in charge, there are definitely no tears running down Esther’s thighs. 🤫 Our kids are spilling family secrets to other mums at school… and we’re sweating. 🚗 Backseat drivers – do they ever make life easier, or are they the ultimate nightmare? 😅 The unhinged things that giv...

This week we launch a brand-new segment: “Does Anybody Else?” — and the questions are already wild. Got one? Drop it in the Underaged Grandparents Podcast Facebook group. We also went camping… but what counts as “essential gear”? Turns out, not everyone agrees. Plus, did you grow up in a hoarding household? You’ll want to hear this. Join the convo and get more of the show on TikTok & Instagram...

This week starts off rough—but don’t worry, we’ve got the answers (well… kind of) with another round of “Unhinged Tips to Stay Married.” We’re also tackling the big parenting dilemma: When’s the right time to give your kids a mobile phone? Spoiler alert: it’s not nearly as straightforward as you think. Join the conversation anytime on TikTok, Instagram, or in our Facebook group “Underaged Grandpar...