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Dadsnet Show: Tackling Childhood Tooth Decay with Joe Wicks & Minister James Frith
On the Dadsnet Show, Joe Wicks and Minister James Frith discuss children’s oral health and the statistic that over 21,000 UK hospital admissions each year for five- to nine-year-olds are due to tooth decay, the biggest cause of admissions for that age group. They explore how preventable decay is through brushing twice a day for two minutes, reducing sugary and sticky snacks, and drinking more water, while acknowledging how stressful routines can be for parents. Joe shares practical tactics like role-modelling, making brushing fun, and supervising because kids often rush or pretend. James outlines a holistic approach: supervised toothbrushing in...
The Dadsnet Show: Conversations on Parenting and Beyond
How do you get a proper rest as a dad, rebuild your wardrobe in your 40s, or find friends you can really count on?
Al is back for a live Dad Chat Q&A, answering your questions with practical advice, honest conversation and a few laughs along the way.
This episode covers:
• Dad friendships, loneliness and what makes a true friend
• Making family holidays feel like a break for dads too
• Finding a better balance between weekend chores and rest
• Refreshing your wardrobe with simple, affordable staples
• Taking health worries se...
The Dadsnet Show: Making Every Penny Count with Mumlifewithmercedes
Al talks with Mercedes (Mumlifewithmercedes) about how she went from struggling to afford heating and borrowing money to feed her family to documenting her journey into better financial control. She explains starting with 30 days of tracking spending to find “money leaks,” then transforming budgeting by splitting income into categories using bank “pots” (keeping bills separate from spending).
They discuss supermarket strategies like meal planning, shopping from cupboards, avoiding top-up shops, using own-brand basics where it makes sense, and leveraging Tesco Clubcard points, cashback apps, and TopCashback. Mercedes shares rotating TV subscriptions, buying school uniform and kids’ items secondhand...
The Dadsnet Show: Wildlife Wonders & Parenthood with Steve Backshall
Steve Backshall returns to the Dadsnet show to discuss his upcoming DeadlyLive arena tour launching in late October, featuring birds of prey, big cats, sharks and life-sized dinosaurs brought to life with stage science, circus skills, stunts, tech and interactive audience participation. He explains how the show is designed to engage parents as well as kids, and shares practical ways families can keep children’s curiosity alive afterwards by exploring nature together and learning alongside them without needing to be an expert. The conversation explores supporting children’s interests even when they differ from a parent’s, the importance of uns...
The Dadsnet Show: Joe Wicks on Ending Dinnertime Battles
Joe Wicks returns to the show to chat with Al about the reality of feeding a busy household, navigating mealtime stress, and his journey now parenting four children.
Joe explains his philosophy of cooking one single meal for the entire family, sharing practical advice on how to involve kids in the kitchen, curb endless snacking, and handle fussy eating without losing your mind. The conversation also digs into the hidden impact of ultra-processed convenience foods on children's moods and long-term health, simple budgeting swaps for the weekly grocery shop, and why setting a healthy example at home...
The Dadsnet Show: Farming simulator romance (July 10th)
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The Dadsnet Show: Going to the office to feed the rats (7th July)
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The Dadsnet Show: Recognition for being a dad (21st April)
Do you feel like you deserve more recognition for the stuff you do as a dad or do you think you shouldn't get recognition? . Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: The socializing struggle (17th April)
Do you feel like you have to make all the effort when inviting friends to go out and socialize, worried that they might not like you and you don't know what to do about it . Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: House Mortgages (10th April)
Do you fear house mortgages in the current state in the UK. Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: The dreaded stair pile (27th March)
Do you fear when your wife or partner tells you to take the pile of clothes upstairs? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: Investing in your children's Future (24th March)
Want to hear about how to invest in your children's future? (we are NOT professionals) Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: School Bullies (20th March)
How do you resolve issues with school bullies? want to see what pokemon packs our viewers won? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: Making a career change (6th March)
Should you strive to earn more, or is being happy and content enough? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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The Dadsnet Show: Prioritize wife or mum? (6th March)
Who should you prioritize on mothers day, your kids mother (wife) or your own mum? Watch to see our one sided answer! The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Lunch Break: Technical issues (6th Feb.)
Would you rather, pedo talk and technical problems = an interesting episode The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Dr Alex George | Diving into ADHD
Physician and former love island contestant Dr Alex George talks to Al about ADHD and his new memoir "Am I normal?"
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Lunch Break: Orgy Of Clothes (27th Jan.)
Do you do take an Orgy of clothes upstairs? maybe a throuple? or just a couple?
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Lunch Break: Celebrity Conspiracy (23rd Jan.)
Do you believe in these crazy conspiracies? The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Lunch Break: The Crumpet Debate (20th Jan.)
Should you put ham on your crumpets! The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Timmy Mallet | The Power of Benches
Iconic kids' TV presenter talks to Al about the power of benches, conversation and his bum mould.
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Lunch Break: Split Religion Families (13th Jan.)
How do you handle different religions in the same family? The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Paul McKenna | From Entertainment to Therapy
Hypnotist, Paul McKenna, talks to Al about hypnotherapy Vs stage hypnosis, and why he decided to use his powers to do good rather than entertain.
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Lunch Break: A Guide To Hand Stuff (9th Dec.)
Today's rants are about roast potatoes, pistachios, and Al's prowess with his hands. Enjoy!
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Lunch Break: Check On Your Mates (5th Dec.)
Don't forget to check in on your mates and other dads this holiday season - it can be a rough time for men's mental health, so check in and see how they are doing.
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Chanda Bell | Elf On The Shelf
Chanda Bell, founder of Elf On The Shelf, joins Al to talk about the back story, tips for your elves this season, and The Rock!
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Jim Chapman | Should kids become YouTubers?
YouTuber, Jim Chapman, joins Al to talk about lovely parenting moments, the stress of being the family provider, and advice he would give his kids about becoming YouTubers.
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Lunch Break: Drake is Talentless (25th Nov)
Today, Jack and Al discuss why Bon Jovi is better than Drake, tell some dad jokes, and Jack comes up with a FANTASTIC life hack. The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff.
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Lunch Break: Shaving the dangle bag (21st Nov)
Today, Jack and Al discuss the best way to tackle the ballbag bush, their trip to Majorca, and the new Whatsapp Group for Dadsnet members.
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Harry Clark | An Uber Changed My Life
Harry Clark from the Traitors talks to Dadsnet about the importance of planning and structure, his step into social media, his new book, and of course, the Traitors.
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Lunch Break: Tin of Tuna, Tin of Soup, Slice of Bread (Nov 14th)
Today, Jack and Al discuss how Yetis are like wives, what to do when you're in a lunch rut, and how to hide the most boring details of your life from all those people who don't care.
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Lunch Break: Beaver Caviar and British Prime Ministers (Nov 11th)
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Today, Jack and Al discuss how I'm A Celeb is running out of body parts to eat, what to do in London with a 10 year old, and the post-war British Prime Ministers.
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Anna Williamson | Schools Should Teach About Infertility
Dating expert and TV presenter, Anna Williamson, talks to Dadsnet about declining birth rates, secondary infertility, and how the education system needs a shake up!
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Rosie Jones | Class A Drugs & Bullying At School
Comedian, Rosie Jones, speaks to Al about Class A drugs, encountering ablism, and about her experience of proudly not being bullied at school.
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Shutters Up | Business and Fatherhood
Ashley and Ross from Shutters Up talk to Al about owning and running a business while being husbands and fathers. It's a tricky path to navigate, but these guys are smashing it!
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Steve Backshall | Kids Are Like Wild Animals
Steve Backshall returns to the Dadsnet Podcast to share his latest parenting fails, how kids are just like wild animals, and to talk about his new tour - Deadly Live.
Grab your tickets to see Deadly Live presented by Steve Backshall at DeadlyLiveTour.com
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Jason Byrne | Teenagers Can Be Cruel!
Comedian Jason Byrne talks about how his kids take the mick out of him, gives his advice for parenting (with help from his therapist) and about how wonderful it is when your boys turn into men and you can chat with them like adults.
Jason's 'Head In The Clouds' show is on now until the end of November '25 - get your tickets at JasonByrne.ie
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Sam Holland | Cooking for Uni Students
Sam Holland joins Al to talk about his new book, Kitchen Kickstart, all about budget-friendly and quick-to-cook recipes that's perfect for new cooks and students. Pick up your copy here.
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Russell Kane | Making time for date nights and the importance of sleep.
Russell Kane is back again for a chinwag with Al.
He chats about his latest tour. Offers up some advice on making time for your relationship whilst parenting and talks about the importance of sleep, that thing we all want more of.
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Alex Horne | The 6 second rule for creating the best memories with your kids
Al catches up with comedian and creator of Taskmaster, Alex Horne.
Alex shares some stories about taking Taskmaster into schools, the ups and downs of writing a children's book, and he has a brilliant rule that is great advice for creating memories of the kids growing up.
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