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In this episode of Untidy, we get a little bit emotional. We talk about why Hannah’s committing to the discomfort of awkward conversations, the benefits of a good cathartic cry, and share a resilience tool to turn the solo car ride into a space for radical self-expression. Matty wonders why we set the bar so high for kids’ birthdays. Does anyone care enough about elaborate cakes other than the peo...

In this episode of Untidy, we share our live chat with Hayley Holt. One of New Zealand's most well-known journalists and television hosts. Hayley’s recent book  ‘Second Chances: Facing my demons and finding a better me’  shares the raw and honest story of her journey through alcoholism, finding sobriety, baby loss, and her unconventional love story. Hayley sat down with us at our first-ever live U...

In this episode of Untidy we talk to Sean Szeps, host of the popular podcast, ‘ Come Out Wherever You Are ’, and author of ‘ Not Like Other Dads ’. As well as a writer, podcaster and content creator, Sean is most well-known for his accidental advocacy, which arose from sharing his journey as a gay dad raising boy-girl twins alongside his husband, Josh.  We speak to Sean about what it was like grow...

In this episode of Untidy, it turns out there are UFOs but no one cares, Hannah rates her colonic decluttering and shares her story of a teenage girl’s worst nightmare. Matilda has bikini shopping woes which she tries and fails to solve with new make-up, and the girls answer your listener questions, tackling; how you know if you should have a baby and if podcasts actually make money. Hannah’s gett...

In this episode of Untidy, we talk to Obstetric Social Worker, Parent Educator, and mum of four boys, Genevieve Muir. With a passion for helping parents in the first five years of raising kids, Gen has worked with over 40,000 parents to navigate the real challenges facing modern parents.  What we love about Gen is that she gives us the real ‘boots on the ground’ advice about how to handle tricky a...

In this episode of Untidy, the girls discuss the psychological minefield that is the gym. Matty gives an update on her calmbirth plan, and the girls discuss practical tips for mentally and physically preparing for labour; including a map of buttons ... Hannah prepares for her first-ever colonic irrigation, and they ponder what might be lurking in her bowels.  Hannah shares advice for supporting ki...

In this episode of Untidy the girls get the virus they always wanted, discuss their big ‘icks’ and, wonder if Matilda’s intestinal anaconda was a mythical creature. Hannah decides she also needs a colonic decluttering. After spending some time in ‘bowel corner’, Matilda reveals her not-so-humble dressing gown confession. They wrap things up with more wholesome chat about the relationship revelatio...

In this episode of Untidy we talk to mum of two, Hannah Hardy-Jones. Hannah suffered a severe manic episode triggered by the traumatic birth of her first child, which brought on a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. We speak to Hannah about how this experience led her to start Kite Program – a tech platform that creates apps for specific organisations, occupational groups and mental health causes. We a...

In part two of our Untidy conversation with sex podcaster and educator, Melody Thomas, we tackle more spicy listener questions. Melody is the creator and host of The Good Sex Project, a podcast about good sex, good relationships, and how to have them. Melody also made the hit series BANG! for RNZ, which was awarded both bronze and silver medals at the New York Festival Radio Awards. Melody is a wr...

In this episode of Untidy we talk to sex podcaster and educator, Melody Thomas. She is the creator and host of The Good Sex Project, a podcast about good sex, good relationships and how to have them. Melody also made the hit series BANG! for RNZ, which was awarded both bronze and silver medals at the New York Festival Radio Awards. Melody is a writer and columnist, and is currently working on her...

In this episode of Untidy we talk to Hamish Blake, one half of the comedy podcasting duo, Hamish & Andy, host of the parenting podcast, ‘How Other Dads Dad’, host of LEGO Masters Australia, the voice of ‘Jack’s dad’ on Bluey, Cake Night masochist, husband to Zoë, and, dad to Sonny and Rudy. Hamish’s approach to ‘dadding’ is full of presence, effort and playfulness. In this hilarious episode we...

In this episode of Untidy the girls get it all off their chests with some real-talk rants about travelling with toddlers, airport overwhelm, and mansplainers. Matilda’s been running through hotels like a deranged pyjama woman, and Hannah's had a first and only date that’s doused her feminist fire with diesel. It’s a week for a good old purge of frustrations to lighten the load.  Untidy is made for...

In this episode of Untidy it’s all fannies and cats! In this pussy-heavy instalment the girls cover a full spectrum of topics from getting recognised with your pants off, Hannah’s most toxic relationship, what’s happened to Brian, and Matilda’s vulva varicose vein’s rise to stardom. Get ya girdle on, your headphones in, and join us for a very Untidy chat.  Untidy is made for you – the people right...

In this episode of Untidy we talk to Vedic Meditation teacher, Georgia Vavasour. Georgia has taught both Matilda and Hannah to meditate with this ancient technique. They discuss what Vedic Meditation is, how it’s a game changer for mums, the Vedic perspective on motherhood, along with their own personal journeys with meditation.  Georgia initially discovered this technique after suffering several...

In this episode of Untidy the girls interview Flicka Williams, co-founder, designer and official cat wrangler of  My Big Moments  and  Untidy podcast . With Matilda’s third baby promising to outnumber its parents, Flicka gives her best advice on how to create a rhythm in the chaos of having three kids under five, and sanity hacks for making it through in one piece (there or thereabouts). Untidy is...

This is an Untidy bed special as Matilda and Hannah have both taken to their beds for very different reasons ... suffice it to say, it’s coming out every orifice. This could be their untidiest episode yet ... There’s a BIG reveal for the Untidy whanau, Matty has a girdle dilemma, and the girls look forward to an extremely gentle Sydney interview junket which has earned the hashtag, #mumsgonemild. ...

Hannah navigates deafness in a Bali debacle and records from a ... unique ... hotel to share the news. Matilda's publically shamed by her 3-year-old and sparks listener feedback on what kids say to embarrass their parents. They also rewrite the facts on climate change. Some ground is covered in this one! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call paren...

In this episode of Untidy, we talk to resilience researcher and leading international authority on wellbeing and resilience, Dr Lucy Hone. Beyond academia, Lucy has experienced devastating personal tragedies giving her a deep understanding of what truly helps when it comes to moving forward through grief and loss. That journey has led her to teach practical resilience strategies to others, helping...

Matilda and Hannah start off wholesome as Hannah reflects on turning 40 before the girls descend back into the gutter. They get an update on one listener's accidental sex hotel holiday, another listener’s voice note confessions, traumatic Brazilians, the ‘fake news’ of underwater nudity, and the guilty pleasure of dinner in the bath. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this s...

Matilda and Hannah have big news about the future of the podcast, they reveal Part One of a listeners story as they gear up to accidentally visit a sex hotel, reminisce over their own awkward travel stories, and wonder when it’s appropriate to boast about your excellent bowel function.  Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the...

Matilda and Hannah hash out some big, pointy topics including; Buster’s shocking kink, dogs on dates, autumnal feels, and, Hannah’s life-cycle graph of dating app romances.  Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss and episode and help us build this supportive community.  Untidy is made for you – the people right at th...

Matilda and Hannah hop on the mics to lay you an Easter Egg for your holidays. Matty’s fallen into the comparison trap while Hannah’s Easter went viral. There’s wholesome chat about books and documentaries which is complimented by a cracking poo story, in true Untidy fashion. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an...

In this episode, we find out Hannah’s become a Slumlord and Matilda has a filthy chandelier. We asked for your confessions, and you delivered...  Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast . Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide . Find Hannah at @hann...

In this episode of Untidy, we talk to Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, Caitlin Day and Sophie Lax from Unity Studios about what we never knew, but should have learnt about our pelvic floors. We talk about what can be done to recover from childbirth and how long it really takes to get back into activity and intimacy.  Plus — The Vagina Olympics! Hannah and Matilda get their pelvic floors assessed an...

In this episode, actually talk about parenting in our parenting podcast, hand in our homework for ‘embracing the awkward’, and hear from a listener with a rant response. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast . Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guid...