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The Scummy Mummies Podcast313: Ellie's Dad - life lessons, a quiz, and some "jokes" 313: Ellie's Dad - life lessons, a quiz, and some "jokes" What are the lyrics to Happy Birthday? What is the correct term for male swimwear? Who is Jennifer Lopez? Ellie's Dad knows the answer to none of these questions, and we are here to mock him for it. Yes, it's a Father's Day Special as Jim returns to the podcast. We discuss Crystal Palace's FA cup win, aka the best day of his life. He shares the number one nugget of wisdom he's learned after 78 years on the planet, and Ellie comes up wi...2025-06-1647 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast312: Homelessness, filmmaking and friendship with Daisy-May HudsonOur guest for this episode is the awesome Daisy-May Hudson. She tells us about her experience of homelessness, and her journey from documentary maker to film director. We discuss Daisy-May's latest movie, Lollipop, which tells the story of a woman fighting to get her children back, and a friendship that's rekindled along the way. It's out on the 13 June and it's absolutely brilliant. There's also some chat about Daisy-May's documentaries - Halfway, which she made when her family was made homeless, and Holloway, about former inmates of the infamous women's prison. Holloway is out on 2...2025-06-1051 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast311: Jimi Famurewa on fussy eating, food criticism, and fairy breadIs being a restaurant reviewer the best job in the world? Where's the best place to book a table right now? And how did a picky eater become an award-winning food critic? Answering all these questions is Jimi Famurewa! He tells us all about his brilliant new book, Picky. We discuss Jimi's time as a connoisseur of all-day breakfast in a can, and share some strong opinions on butter boards. There's also some serious chat as we talk about what it was like to grow up in the shadow of the BNP and the mu...2025-06-0246 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast307: Bobby Seagull on maths, panini stickers, and nominative determinismIs there such a thing as a "maths brain"? How do you help a child who's struggling with numbers? And why should you never tell a kid they're clever? Here to answer all these questions is the legendary Bobby Seagull!He tells us how he gave up a career in the city to become a teacher, and ended up going viral after an appearance on University Challenge. We discuss Bobby's dating life, and how he explained it to his mum using a PowerPoint presentation. Ellie attempts a Keir Starmer impression, Helen reveals how she embarrassed herself i...2025-04-2242 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast301: Just the Two of Us LIVE! Fitness Special with Sweaty BettyWe've got a live one! This special episode was recorded in front of a lovely audience at the Soho Hotel. We talk about our relationships with fitness - everything from Helen's epic running to Ellie's dodgy knees. We discuss how we both hated exercise at school, and why that changed as we got older. Helen explains how getting out of her marriage led to a change in mindset, and Ellie confuses herself with a complicated analogy about hobs and saucepans, or something. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Sweaty Betty. We...2025-01-2937 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastBONUS: Pants and peeing yourself with NIXI BodyThere's some full-on honest chat in this episode as we talk about all things downstairs with Kelly Newton and Coni Jefferson-Longden, the founders of NIXI Body. Kelly tells us how pissing herself inspired her to become a pioneering inventor and engineer. We also hear about her experience of fostering 28 children over a period of 19 years. Coni shares some fascinating facts about cervical mucus, and we learn why the gussets on our pants sometimes go a bit orangey. She discusses her challenging journey to becoming a mum, and tells us what not to say to...2025-01-1450 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast298: Merry CystmasTime for the filthiest, silliest and sweariest episode of the year - it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Podcast! We are joined by our old friends Miserable Steve, Nurse Jessie and Sam Pamphilon. We discuss our highs and lows of 2024, and find out what Steve means when he talks about getting his balls drained. Of course, our festive Scummy traditions return - join us as we wish Linda a happy birthday, and find out if Jessie has a new job. Plus: who will win this year's Ham Review? There's a hilarious stor...2024-12-1751 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast296: Just the Two of Us - Ellie's RingsIn this episode, we answer all the burning questions we've had recently about the theft of Ellie's wedding rings. How did they get nicked in the first place? What was the piece of advice that helped her get them back? Is the vow renewal still going ahead??? Listen in to find out! It's just the two of us for this one, live from the glamorous setting of a Premier Inn hotel room in Norwich. As well as discussing the ring drama, we take the opportunity to say some nice things to each other, and even get a bit...2024-11-2239 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast291: Joel Morris on comedy, Cunk and comfort blanketsHow come different people find different things funny? Why is When Harry Met Sally a better film than Love Actually? And can dogs laugh? Helping us to answer all these questions is award-winning comedy writer Joel Morris! He tells us about his new book, Be Funny or Die: How Comedy Works and Why It Matters. We find out what it's like to write jokes for Charlie Brooker and Philomena Cunk, and why Joel hasn't got a BAFTA, even though he won a BAFTA. Plus - how does Joel feel about his books ending up in charity shops...2024-09-1047 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast289: Ed Byrne on comedy and griefWhat'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. I...2024-08-1342 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast288: Comedy legend Helen LedererOur guest for this episode is the hilarious comedian Helen Lederer! We talk about how she helped pave the way for slags trying to be funny like us. She tells us what it was like to do stand-up in the eighties, alongside the likes of Ben Elton and Ellie's Dad, and we discuss what's changed since. Lederer tells us all about her brilliant book, Not That I'm Bitter, which is out now. She explains what it's like to write a memoir that's honest and funny without being mean, and we touch on some of the sexier bit...2024-07-3045 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast285: Wine and writing with Saturday Kitchen's Helen McGinnOur guest for this episode is best-selling author, dear friend and Saturday Kitchen wine expert Helen McGinn! She tells us what wine we should be looking for in the shops this summer. We discuss whether Whispering Angel is worth the money, and McGinn gives us some suggestions for budget rosés, cheap fizz, picnic wines, and what to stick in the fridge if you fancy a nice chilled red. We find out what goes on behind the scenes at Saturday Kitchen, who McGinn's favourite celeb guests have been, and which one she got told off for sta...2024-07-0245 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast283: Premature birth, neurodiversity, and meeting Oprah, with Caro TaskerOur guest for this episode is the amazing Caro Tasker. We cover a huge range of topics, including baby loss, raising autistic kids, and how trauma can help you discover who you are. There's also some much less serious nonsense. Why doesn't anyone use the word git any more? Is being married to a famous rugby player like being in Footballers Wives, only with different shaped balls? What was it like to be a guest at Harry and Meghan's wedding, and what's the one sentence George Clooney said to Caro? Ellie and Caro are co...2024-06-0446 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastJust the Two of Us - Remembering Lee ThornWe 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 lo...2024-04-0942 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast277: How to raise a viking with Helen RussellWhat 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 da...2024-03-1148 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast274: Antarctica Special with Ellie's Dad HELLO READERS! What's it like to go to Antarctica with your 76 year-old Dad? What is Ellie's problem with penguins? Why did she get taken away by Buenos Aires airport security, and why was it Jim's fault? Answering all these questions are Ellie and Ellie's Dad! Helen quizzes them to find out all about the fortnight they've just spent on the frozen Continent. We hear all about the whales, the weather, and what it's like to go for a dip in 0.3 degree water. Ellie and her father share some of their seafaring family history as we...2024-01-3048 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast273: Quiz special with Lucy Porter and Jenny RyanWhy are PTA quizzes the worst? Is Croydon really the Manhattan of London? And which star of The Chase has the most erotic fan fiction written about them? Here to play for a four-berth caravan and a fortnight in Tenerife are Lucy Porter and Jenny Ryan! Lucy tells us how she went from comedian to quizzing legend, and Jenny reveals the origin story behind her Chase nickname, The Vixen. We discuss our favourite gameshows of yore, and our experts share their top tips for hosting your own quiz at home. Stay tuned for the Scummy Mummy C...2024-01-1646 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast271: Dick the halls: it's the 2023 Christmas Special! What is the collective noun for a group of Lindas? How is anal sex like relationship bitcoin? And which Hollywood action star would Sam Pamphilon pleasure orally for £50,000? Yes, it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Special!As usual, we get too drunk and talk absolute nonsense for too long. The same old Christmas podcast traditions are back, but Ham Review gets a new twist this year, and Nurse Jessie shares some news that leaves our jaws on the floor.Steve Hill literally phones it in, while Sam tells a story that will ensure you ne...2023-12-191h 02
The Scummy Mummies Podcast270: Christmas food special with Sarah Rossi (aka Taming Twins)Christmas eating is great, but Christmas cooking can be stressful. Joining us with her top tips for creating calm in the kitchen is Sarah Rossi, aka @TamingTwins! She shares easy make-ahead recipes for starters and desserts, and a great idea for what to feed picky eaters on the big day. We talk about how we should all be getting into dump bags, which are nicer than they sound. Ellie reveals how Sarah's 15 minute Baileys cheesecake saved her Christmas last year, along with her theory that organised people are secretly the laziest bastards of all. Helen learns what a S...2023-12-0545 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast263: Therapy special: burnout, anxiety, and the mental load with Karen HartleyDo we all need therapy? How do you talk to a partner about sharing the mental load? And what's the first thing you need to do if you feel you're approaching burnout? Answering tricky questions like these is the awesome psychotherapist Karen Hartley! Along with her brilliant wisdom, she shares some practical tips for things like coping with anxiety. We discuss whether there's a generational divide when it comes to therapy and mental health, and how to help teenagers cope with their feelings. Helen talks about the advice she gives to people who are starting the div...2023-08-2947 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastBONUS: Hello Readers with Ellie's DadTRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains two of Ellie's Dad's jokes. He joins us to share some tall tales about a magical dog, the funeral of King George VI, and the time he was at a party with Elton John (or not.)We discuss the tall tales (lies) our parents told us, and come clean about the myths, legends, and big fat whoppers we've told our own children. (NB: There's a bit of Santa chat you might not want to listen to with little ones around.) And we share some brilliantly hilarious tall tale confessions from listeners.2023-08-0437 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast261: 10 Years of Scum! Anniversary SpecialIt's hard to believe it's been a whole decade since we sat down on Ellie's sofa to record the first episode of the Scummy Mummies Podcast. But here we are, having survived premature childbirth, a shitty divorce and a global pandemic, still on the sofa, and better friends than ever. In this special anniversary episode, we reminisce about the good old days, and reflect on whether we should be grateful for the bad times too. We tackle some tricky questions - how bad do the catsuits REALLY smell? What's better to make with lemons than lemonade? A...2023-07-2945 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast255: Cooking for lazy people with Sarah RossiWhat's the best food to make for date night? How long should you really cook a fish finger for? And is grapefruit ever acceptable? Answering all these questions is the brilliant Sarah Rossi, aka @tamingtwins! We talk about her fab new book, What's for Dinner?, and how she saved Ellie's Christmas. We share our filthy food secrets including our laziest comfort recipes, and our favourite kitchen gadgets. Ellie has a confession to share about a romantic gesture she made for Pete, and Helen reveals what she likes to do with a pyrex bowl and a cheese slice...2023-05-0942 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast251: Mother's Day Special with Abigail Burdess One of our favourite guests returns to the podcast to tell us about her fabulous new book! And along the way we cover everything from family secrets and maternal relationships to pubic hair shame and Beowulf. There's some chat about how we feel about our kids getting older, and Helen shares her experience of Teensplaining. Ellie explains why she's never taking advice on days out from Instagram again, and Abigail reveals a surprising fact about Marmite.Abigail's brilliantly dark and hilarious novel, Mother's Day, is out now! You can follow her on Instagram @abbie...2023-03-1442 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast249: Adrian Chiles on drinking, teenagers, and racing Meatloaf on a mobility scooterOur guest for this episode is TV's Adrian Chiles! We talk about everything from booze and Bette Midler to coping when your kids go off to uni. Adrian tells us why he decided to cut down on the booze, and Ellie apologises for copying him by doing a podcast about the same thing, titled Sort Your Shit Out and available now wherever you get your podcasts or https://pod.link/1663245629.We hear how Adrian's regional accent was an advantage when he started working at the BBC. He shares his advice for parents of younger...2023-02-1455 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast242: Cat Sims on alcoholism, mental health, and big ballsOur guest for this episode is author, podcaster and Instagram sensation Cat Sims, aka notsosmugnow!We tackle some tricky topics such as Cat's struggle with drink and drugs, getting clean, and what to do if you think you have a problem. We also talk about her experience of post-natal depression - what's the one sentence that sent her on a downward spiral, and how did she manage to climb back up? There's some jollier chat as Helen sets a new date for giving up smoking, and Ellie shares her top tip for cl...2022-11-0854 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast241: Sali Hughes on how to handle life, teenagers and trollsWhat's the best place to start if you want to declutter your house? How do you get teenagers to talk to you? And what's it like to meet one of your online trolls? Answering all these questions and more is the amazing Sali Hughes!She tells us about her brilliant new book, Everything is Washable and Other Life Lessons. We discuss our favourite bits, and Ellie reveals which of Sali's superb tips has already changed her life (spoiler: it involves gravy.) There's some chat about getting through the teenage years, and why Sali belie...2022-10-251h 08
The Scummy Mummies Podcast239: Raastawala's Rinku Dutt on her new cookbook, divorce, and starting again. 239: Raastawala's Rinku Dutt on her new cookbook, divorce, and starting again. She's a fabulous cook, an amazing entrepreneur, and an awesome author - meet our guest for this episode, Rinku Dutt! She tells us how she came out of a divorce in her twenties to start a whole new career in India - before moving back to the UK to launch her hugely successful street food business, Raastawala.We also hear about her brilliant new cookbook, Kolkata: Recipes from the Heart of Bengal, and how she managed to write it whil...2022-09-2846 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast233: Sexuality, ADHD and jogging bottoms with Style Me SundayWhat's sex like after separation? Is it OK to look at porn? Should Helen have it off with a lady? Helping us to answer all these questions is the awesome Natalie Lee, aka Style Me Sunday! She tells us about her brilliant new book, Feeling Myself: How I Shed My Shame to Find Sexual Freedom and You Can Too, which is out now. We touch on everything from masturbation and ageing pubes to whether leisure wear is sexy. Natalie tells us about her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD, and why she's a big fa...2022-07-051h 01
The Scummy Mummies Podcast230: 100 Mile Walk Special with Jim and JohnThis episode is all about our amazing nine day, 100 mile hike across Yorkshire and Cumbria! We are joined by our travelling companions, Jim, aka Ellie's Dad, and John, aka Helen's brother / the silver fox. Tune in as we discuss the highs and the lows. You'll find out who farted the most, who cried the most, and who wore the same pair of trousers for nine days. Plus: Ellie's Dad reveals the essential item he takes on every walk, his technique for dealing with cows, and how many penises he's seen. (Sorry about the sou...2022-05-2438 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast228: Mid-life Crisis Special with Steve HillIt's time for some real talk as we sit down with our old friend Steve Hill to discuss our own personal mid-life crises. We dig deep into the big stuff, from death and divorce to weight loss and cock rot. Tune in to find out why Helen's divorce has been good for Ellie's marriage, and what Steve Hill does for the only two hours a month when he smiles. Helen talks about losing weight and the complicated feelings around compliments. We discuss why Helen's running the marathon again, and why Ellie isn't, and reveal where Steve b...2022-04-2646 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast214: Just the Two of Us - Marathon SpecialWe did it! Don't know if we've mentioned it, but we ran the London Marathon! So we thought we'd sit down and have a chat about it. Who was responsible for Ellie vomiting? Which one of us crossed the finish line with a greasy ringpiece? And would we ever do it again? Tune in to find out! This episode is for all those who want to hear more about our big day out jogging round the capital. And for those who don't - we got all our marathon chat out of our systems here, so if y...2021-10-1241 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast209: Clemmie Telford on strength, sobriety, and nipple twiddlingOur guest for this episode is the awesome Clemmie Telford, curator of the Mother of All Lists blog! She's also written a book called But Why? How to answer tricky questions from kids and have an honest conversation with yourself, and she tells us all about it. We discuss Clemmie's experience of going sober, why she thinks alcohol is like control pants, and how we might be responsible for driving her away from drink. There's some chat about the benefits of strength training, and why having goals isn't always a good thing. Plus, if Ellie's an on...2021-08-0346 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast208: Just the Two of Us: Helen's Book Special!Oh hi there! Don't know if she's mentioned it, but Helen's done a book! It's called Get Divorced, Be Happy and it's out on 29 July. We thought we'd sit down, just us chickens, and have a good old chat about it. Tune in for some exclusive behind-the-scenes info! Find out how writing the book helped Helen to heal, and how she couldn't have done it without the aid of good friends, supportive kids, and Deliveroo. Plus, Ellie discusses how she generously contributed a whole chapter to the book, and why it's the best bit. ...2021-07-2040 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast206: Anna Whitehouse AKA Mother PukkaWhat would it be like to shag Shaggy and Craig David at the same time? What if your sister gave birth to your husband's baby? And is fingering still a thing? Joining us to answer these important questions of the day is Anna Whitehouse, AKA Mother Pukka! We hear about how the pandemic has affected her campaign for flexible working, and her new job playing records on Heart FM. We also discuss her new novel, Underbelly. There's some serious chat about the impact of gossip websites on people in the public eye, and wha...2021-06-2252 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast202: Clare Balding's Guide to LifeThis episode features writer, rambler, TV legend and national treasure Clare Balding! We cover all sorts of topics, from nearly messing up Prince Philip's funeral and mentally fat-shaming labradors to feeding horses with your mouth.Clare tells us all about her brilliant new book, Fall Off, Get Back On, Keep Going, which is out now. We discuss what being kind really means, why she doesn't like selfies, and why she thinks you have to fail 100 times to be good at anything. We ask big questions like how to give kids honest feedback, and help them cope...2021-04-2743 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast201: The Return of Hurrah for Gin, aka Katie Kirby!She's back! Everyone's favourite purveyor of filthy stick figure cartoons is here to talk about playdate shame, managing teens, and what is better: dogs or children? Meanwhile, we get an update on Helen's love life - let's talk about socks, baby. Honestly, there's no point trying to summarise it here, you're just going to have to listen in...And of course we discuss Katie's brilliant new book, The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Books. It's out now and it's a fantastic read for 9-12 year-olds, or indeed 40-plus year-olds like us who just wan...2021-04-1334 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast200: The 200th Episode! Live from hospitalThis year, we're celebrating eight years and 200 episodes of The Scummy Mummies Podcast. We had big plans for this ep: fizzy wine! A lovely guest! Lots of lols! A lucrative advertising deal! But then, because premature babies, surprise divorces and global pandemics just aren't enough curve balls, life decided to kick us another one. So we've ended up recording this episode with Helen dialling in from hospital, where she's looking after her poorly daughter. Thank you for all the kind words of support. We decided to go ahead and record something because so many...2021-03-3027 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast199: Music special with YolanDa BrownWhat's the best way to teach kids about music? Should we force them to keep having instrument lessons, even if they hate it? And what's it like when Billy Ocean is your children's fake uncle? Answering all these questions is the amazing YolanDa Brown! She tells us about her life as an award-winning saxophonist, broadcaster, CBeebies star and mum. We share stories about going on tour with your parents, and the most embarrassing things we've done in the park in the name of content creation. YolanDa gives Helen some dating advice, and we hear how Careless Whispe...2021-03-1644 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast197: Dr Ranj ReturnsYes, he's back - one of our favourite ever podcast guests returns for a new episode! Download now before it gets banned like the last one.This time we cover everything from Ranj's views on the Corona vaccine to the naughtiest things we've ordered from Deliveroo. We also hear how he and Helen are coping with the current mandemic. That's not a spelling mistake. Ranj has a new book out, How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing! The No-Worries Guide for Boys. We talk about why he chose to write for lads specifically, h...2021-02-1627 min
The Scummy Mummies Podcast193: Merry Syphilis with Sam Pamphilon and Nurse JessieYes, it's the Christmas episode! As usual it's an absolute shambles, but tonight, the part of Steve Hill will be played by hilarious comedian Sam Pamphilon! Also the lovely Nurse Jessie is back.It's A Tale of Two Lindas as we enjoy a twist on our regular festive traditions. We catch up on Jessie's job situation, how our divorces are going, and the results of our STD tests. As he's worked with both the Scummy Mummies and AntandDec this year, we ask Sam who is funnier. We share our highlights of 2020, including the t...2020-12-221h 05
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 186: Food Special with Melissa @fowlmouthsfoodIs 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 wo...2020-09-1544 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 128: How to Drink Less with Rosamund DeanOLD 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...2020-07-1642 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 180: Lockdown Special: Helen's news, homeschooling, and hanging on in thereJUST 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...2020-06-2350 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 28: Wine Special with Knackered Mother Helen McGinnWINE 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 M...2020-05-0747 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 113: Anxiety Special with Clemmie Telford and Anna WilliamsonEpisode 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 xxPodcast 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...2020-04-0943 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 138: Sex, self-love and being a boss with Kemi TelfordOLD 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! 2020-04-0254 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastGreatest Hits VOL 1 - Jane Garvey, Shaun Dooley, Miles Jupp, Ellie's babyOLD 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...2020-03-2917 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 31: Grandads Special - the Vicar and the ComedianAs 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 EllieWhat 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...2020-03-2636 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 170: Comedy, Gay Parenting and IVF with Jen BristerIt'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 y...2020-02-041h 07
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 168: Jane Garvey and Fi Glover - Fortunately SpecialWe 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 ha...2020-01-071h 01
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 153: Outdoors Special with Dress Like A MumShe's fun, she's fashionable, and she's a one-woman festival - it's Dress Like A Mum, also known as Zoe de Pass! Zoe joins us in the gardens of the Horniman Museum for a special outdoor recording. We talk about why we love a good park, and in Ellie's case, hate the beach. There's some chat about our favourite summer festivals, and giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to a dog. Plus we get to know Ellie and Helen a little better with our brand new game, Who Did That Outside? This episode of the pod...2019-06-1129 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 148: Sophie Ellis-Bextor on pop music and premature babiesHow did Sophie Ellis-Bextor offend an arena full of Take That fans? What's the worst lyric she's ever written? And why is she the Craig David of pregnancy? Answering all these questions is ACTUAL SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR! We are also joined by her brand new baby, the lovely Micky! She tells us what it's like to be mum to five sons, while still managing to record a new album with a full orchestra. It all gets momentarily serious as Sophie and Ellie share their experiences of having premature babies. We talk about Borne, a...2019-04-0250 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 144: Love, Loss and Laughter with Elle WrightIn this episode we chat to the lovely Elle about her son, Teddy, who died a few days after he was born. We talk grief, love, loss, and amazingly, manage to have a few laughs along the way. Elle discusses her book, Ask Me His Name, and her blog, Feathering the Empty Nest. She tells us why she is sharing Teddy's story and what she wants other grieving parents to know. Ellie talks about her own memories of having a baby in intensive care, while Helen shares her equally important experience of bein...2019-02-0550 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 129: Living Danishly with Helen RussellWhy are the Danes so happy? How can Van Halen get you through tough times with small children? And what would it be like to have sex with Craig David? We answer all these questions with the help of our brilliant guest, Helen Russell! She talks about why she moved from the UK to Denmark and her ace book on the subject, The Year of Living Danishly.We discuss why the Danes are so hot, and why their divorce rate is so high (surprisingly these things are unrelated.) There's also some chat about how Helen wrote he...2018-07-1034 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 125: Live from Nepal!The Scummy Mummies Podcast has taken us to some exotic places - North London, Cardiff, Stacey Solomon's house. But this episode is extra special, because it was recorded in NEPAL! We spent a week there with the amazing charity Practical Action, who are working hard to improve the lives of people living in poverty. For the first part of this ep, we sat down with some mums from a remote mountain village to find out what their lives are like. We won't fanny about, so to speak - these women are tell...2018-05-1542 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 122: Sex Special with Dr PamHow often should we have sex? What's the best way to get stuck in if you haven't done it for a while? And what on earth is a projob? Answering all these questions is amazing sex therapist Dr Pam Spurr!There's chat about everything from fake orgasms and roleplay to remote control vibrators. Dr Pam presents us with an array of sex toys to play with, Ellie gets lubed up, and we find out what Helen's S&M name would be.Dr Pam is also a childcare expert, so she reveals the two...2018-04-0346 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 120: Officially Amazing's Haruka KurodaIn this episode we meet TV presenter, black belt, and Guinness World Record holder Haruka Kuroda! She tells us all about her adventures as the star of CBBC's Officially Amazing, and playing Noodle in The Gorillaz. We discuss the challenges of trying to raise a bilingual child, and the differences in parenting culture between the UK and Japan. Then it's back to the usual silliness as Ellie and Helen try to break a world record which involves stuffing wine gums into an orifice. We chat about the difficulties of trying to brea...2018-03-0633 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 119: Go 8 Bit Special with Sam and SteveFor this episode we're joined by comedy duo Steve McNeil and Sam Pamphilon. They're the creators of hit TV show Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit, which also stars our very own Ellie Gibson! We discover how they became a double act, how the show came into being, and which celebrity guests have been their favourite. Ellie tells a hilarious showbiz anecdote about the time she had a row with Gregg Wallace about crisps. Then it's time for some Dad Chat. Sam explains why children are like Macbooks, and Steve reveals the advic...2018-02-2041 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 114: Christmas 2017 with Steve Hill and Nurse JessieHo ho ho! It's time to welcome back two of our most available friends, good old Nurse Jessie and Steve "bah humbug" Hill! In this Christmas special we reveal our highlights of 2017, including our favourite events, songs, food, and sex. Helen has a brand new game for us to play, and of course we enjoy the traditional Ham Review. Then it's time to round off with some festive Scummy Mummy Confessions. As discussed in this episode, we're supporting the #freeperiods campaign to make menstruation products free for girls already on school me...2017-12-1238 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 108: Comedy and Pregnancy with Croft and PearceThey're comedians, they're mums, and they're a hilarious double act - that's right, it's Croft and Pearce! They tell us how they met, how they got their Radio 4 series, and how they ended up pregnant at exactly the same time. We also play a brand new game, Mrs & Mrs. Find out whether Croft knows Pearce's middle name, who Gibson thinks should play Thorn in a movie of her life, and everyone's favourite sexual position. You can follow our guests on Twitter @croftandpearce, and their website is croftandpearce.com. Listen to their June and Jean podcast is on Soundcloud. The Scummy...2017-09-1928 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 105: Running Special with Ruth FieldHow do you get motivated to do exercise? Is running better than sex? And what did Kriss Akabusi say to Ellie that almost made her glasses fall off? We answer all these questions and more!Our guest is Ruth Field, author of the brilliant Run, Fat Bitch, Run, which is out now. She tells us what gets her off the couch, why running can have mental health benefits, and why she doesn't think exercise has to be fun. We find out how Ruth helped Helen run her first 5K, and Helen reveals her top running songs. There's also some chat...2017-08-0840 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 101: Marriage, mastectomy and menopause with Alice EvansYou might not think that having your boobs removed and your ovaries taken out are the funniest subjects for a podcast - but this episode will prove you wrong! Our guest is Alice Evans, who explains how her family history of breast cancer led her to have a double mastectomy. She also reveals what it's like to go through the menopause at a young age, and why she doesn't let her husband call her his wife. Honestly, it's more LOLs than it sounds. Alice reveals that she's basically an X-Man, and she and Helen discover they share the same party...2017-06-1347 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 100: Dara O Briain SpecialWE ARE ONE HUNDRED! And to celebrate we have a very special guest - it's hilarious comedian DARA O BRIAIN! He reveals his favourite thing about being a parent, and shares his number one nugget of parenting wisdom. There's some chat about how raising kids is like driving a boat, and trying not to get shipwrecked on Notadick Island. Helen and Ellie discuss their parenting goals, and Dara recounts the time he enraged Idina Menzel. As this is our hundredth episode, we've brought back a couple of games - the classic What's On Our Clothes This Week?, plus the ever-popular...2017-05-3033 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 97: Birth Rights Special with Rebecca SchillerWhat is a doula? Why do birth rights matter? And how would Ellie guide someone through a difficult labour with the help of a Pepperami?All these questions are answered in this episode, with special guest Rebecca Schiller. She's the author of the excellent book Why Human Rights in Childbirth Matter, which is out now. We discuss the issue of birth rights around the world, including why it's so hard to have a home birth in Australia, and the difficulties facing migrant women in the UK. Ellie and Helen share their experiences of labour, and make Rebecca pretend she's on...2017-04-1836 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 94: Scummy Mummies Book Special with Jo ElvinIt's shameless plug time, as Ellie and Helen discuss their new Scummy Mummies book! And keeping them in check is fabulous Glamour editor Jo Elvin! The Scummies reveal how they met, how they got their book deal, and how much wine they consumed during the writing process. Plus, find out why they have to keep their famous catsuits in a hermetically sealed bag. It's not all book talk - Helen explains why she hates athleisure wear, and Ellie reminisces about the time she took a pee in the middle of Clapham Common. There's an insightful analysis of the British and...2017-03-0728 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 91: Bridget Jones's Podcast with Sharon MaguireIn this episode we meet Sharon Maguire, the real life Shazzer from Bridget Jones's Diary! She also directed the Bridget movies, so there's some chat about that. We find out what it's like to be actual best mates with Helen Fielding, and discuss Sharon's experience of being an older mum. Then she shares a Scummy Mummy Confession that will make her husband wince. After that it's time for some film chat, as Helen and Ellie reveal what they thought of the Bridget Jones's Baby movie. There's lots of searing analysis of the narrative arc and mis en scene, and most...2017-01-2420 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 80: Expat Special with Patrick GarrattHow honest should we be with our kids about drugs? How do you get a novel published? What's it like to live in the most underpopulated part of France with three children under five? Answering these seemingly unrelated questions is the brilliant Patrick Garratt! We kick off with Expat Pat Chat, where he tells us why his decision to move abroad was "incredibly stupid, in retrospect." Helen does something inappropriate, again, and tells us about her own European dream. (This episode was recorded before the Brexit vote, so it's in ruins now obviously.) Then it's time for Expat Pat Tat...2016-08-2341 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 73: Gadget Special with Zoe KleinmanRobot butlers! Self-cleaning toilets! Hoovers that judge you! We find out all about these gadgets and more with the help of BBC technology journalist Zoe Kleinman. There's some chat about screen time, virtual reality, and the most useless baby gadgets we have owned. Ellie reveals how she deals with mansplaining in PC World, and Helen presents a new game called Buzz My Feed! In Boob Chat we talk about Zoe's book, Birth, Boobs and Bad Advice, and why she feels there's too much pressure on women to breastfeed. Then we round off with Scummy Mummy Confessions. Zoe's book is available...2016-05-1745 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 72: Cherry Healey's Letters to Her FannyWe are on location for this episode, coming to you live from the launch of Cherry Healey's fabulous new book, Letters to my Fanny. Cherry tells us how writing a book is like having a baby, and why she's sick of everyone saying they've read it in two days. She also shares the top nugget of wisdom she plans to pass on to her kids. Then Helen and Ellie play top game Fanny Fiction. The brilliant Letters to my Fanny is out now. You can read more about Cherry over at cherryhealey.com, and follow her on Twitter - @cherryhealey...2016-05-0219 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 70: Poetry Special with Hollie McNishWe are 70! And to celebrate, here's a bumper episode with hilarious poet Hollie McNish! We discuss hot topics such as whether motherhood boosts creativity, and sexual tension in Bob the Builder. Hollie tells us about her experience of being a younger mum, and why she thinks party poppers should be available on the NHS. She performs her brilliant poem Embarrassed, which is all about breastfeeding, and we have a little cry. Helen and Ellie do some poetry of their own, and there is some more crying for different reasons. Hollie's book, Nobody Told Me, is out now. Her website is...2016-04-0553 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 68: Politics Special with Zoe WilliamsOur guest for this episode is the brilliant author and columnist Zoe Williams. We cover all the issues, from Corbyn vs Cameron to what rich people think recycling bins are for. Ellie explains why US politics is a bit like Star Wars, and Helen introduces a new game - If Politicians Were Food. There's also some parenting chat as we discuss the issues around feeling like a failure, and what gets us through the day. Plus, as always, we finish up with some Scummy Mummy Confessions. Zoe's books, Get It Together and Madness of Modern Parenting, are out now. She's...2016-03-0837 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 67: Telly Special with Julia RaesideOur guest for this episode is TV critic Julia Raeside. We discuss our favourite shows, how much telly our kids should be watching, and having breakfast with Simon Groom in his dressing gown. Ellie has a shocking confession to make about Breaking Bad, and Julia reveals her First And Last Theory - it may change the way you watch TV forever. Helen presents a new game, and we round off with Scummy Mummy Confessions. Julia is on Twitter - @JNRaeside. So are we (@scummymummies), along with Instagram, and Facebook. Please send your confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com and visit us...2016-02-2331 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 58: Pregnancy Special with Hatty AshdownOur guest for this episode is comedian, TV star and first-time mum Hatty Ashdown. She gives us her take on being up the duff and preparing for birth, and reveals the things you should never say to a pregnant woman. We discuss subjects as diverse as vlogs, weird jobs, comedy, bunting, and farting. We play one of the daftest games on the podcast yet, and there are some special cameos by Baby Joe and Ellie's dad. WARNING: This episode also features the world premiere of Helen's Mr Bean impression. You can watch Hatty's Real Preggy Vlogs, including the one about...2015-10-2037 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 54: Woman's Hour Special with Jane GarveyIn this episode we talk to Jane Garvey, presenter of Woman's Hour on BBC Radio 4. She tells us what goes on behind the scenes in Broadcasting House, and reveals the guests she gets nervous about interviewing. We cover a wide range of topics including teenagers, mince, The Archers, vaginal plastic surgery and Nando's.Helen presents a new game, The Greggs Quiz: What Is In Jane Garvey's Mouth? Ellie auditions to read the shipping forecast, and exposes herself. We round off with an amazing Scummy Mummy Confession from Jane. You will never listen to Woman's Hour in the same way again...2015-08-2553 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 53: Best of the Summer Wine with Helen McGinnIt's a Camp Bestival special! We're joined once again by the fantastic Helen McGinn, author of The Knackered Mother's Wine Club. She teaches us what to look for in a nice rosé, how to taste wine properly, and which wines to seek out this summer. There's also a bit of chat about meeting famous people (CHERYL!) and surviving the school holidays with three kids. Helen presents a very exciting celebrity wine game, and we round off with some camping-themed Scummy Mummy Confessions. You can hear more from Helen McGinn and sign up for her newsletter over at knackeredmotherswineclub.blogspot.co.u...2015-08-1142 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 51: Acting Special with Broadchurch's Shaun DooleyActing, accents, having four kids and losing your on-screen virginity to Jane Horrocks - this episode covers all these topics and more!Our guest is the fabulous Shaun Dooley, who played dodgy dad Ricky in Broadchurch. He reveals the one thing he insisted on before taking the role, and what his wife said when she realised why the house was full of bluebells. With four children and over a decade of parenting experience under his belt, Shaun gives us his top tips for raising kids. We talk finding fame as a dad and Shaun's most embarrassing moments, both on- and...2015-07-1450 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 49: Boys Special with Steve HillRaising sons, hating horses and self-love. Happy Father's Day! Celebrating with us is popular podcast regular Steve Hill. We discuss raising boys and Steve reveals the number one piece of parenting advice he plans to pass on to his son. Plus there's some general chat about horses, the analogue-digital switchover and auto-fellatio. Helen reveals the party trick she did in her university days and Ellie actually falls off the sofa. Then it's time for our new game, Stairway to Stephen - let's just say it involves an apple and a trainer. We round off with a triple trouble Scummy Mummy...2015-06-1639 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 44: Blogging Special with Helen NealeThis episode features Helen Neale, the woman behind the popular blog and free reward charts website Kiddycharts.com.She offers some advice on how to create your own hit blog and get the most traffic. She also gives us some tips on potty training and shares the biggest thing she's learned from her own parenting mistakes.Ellie and the Helens discuss their favourite blogs and play a nonsensical new game, Blog or Dog? Then it's time to round things off with some Scummy Mummy Confessions.For more from Helen, read her blog or...2015-04-0633 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 39: Movie Special with Dan WhiteheadWhich cool films are coming out in 2015? What is the right age to take kids to the cinema? How does a middle-aged dad from Manchester end up in a hotel room with Tom Hanks?Film critic Dan Whitehead answers all these questions and more in our Movie Special. Plus we chat about his new app, Stikkums - a virtual reward chart for kids. Ellie introduces a brand new segment, We're All Going to Die, while Helen excels herself with some marvellous new theme tunes.Stikkums is free to download via iTunes and you can find...2015-01-2741 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 38: Call the Midwife - Clemmie Hooper returns!**ADULTS ONLY!** This episode features swears! Including the worst one!How is childbirth different the second time around? What's the best way to introduce your older child to the new baby? Why would anyone knit stuff out of a placenta?We answer all these questions and more as we're joined by Clemmie Hooper, midwife, mum and blogger. She gives us some great tips for labour and beyond and manages to be very non-judgemental about the placenta knitting thing. Unlike Ellie, of course, who is nearly physically sick. Meanwhile, Helen presents her brand new g...2015-01-1340 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 37: New Baby Special with Helen and EllieIn this episode, Ellie discusses the surprise early arrival of her new baby, Joe. He's still in hospital but doing great. (And even better since this show was recorded - we're expecting him home within a few weeks.)Then there's some chat about the highlights of our Scummy year, including best and worst gigs. We round off with some Confessions, and get just a little bit emotional.Thank you so much to everyone who's listened to the podcast and been to our shows this year. The plan is to keep going in 2015, so please keep...2014-12-3033 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 36: Sweary Christmas with Nurse Jessie and Steve HillMerry Christmas! It's the Scummy Mummies Podcast, with bells on (LITERALLY, thanks to amazing technical wizard Rob Sedgebeer, who made the theme tune all festive for us. Thanks Rob!)This episode was recorded two days before Ellie went into early labour, which is why she still talks about being pregnant in it! Her little boy, Joe, is doing great. Expect a new baby special next year. We're joined by podcast favourites Nurse Jessie and Steve Hill, the latter being having been dragged away from a Christmas lunch. As such there's even more swearing in this ep...2014-12-1637 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 35: Fatherhood, X-Factor and Nigella's toiletWhat's the best advice for new dads? Who will win X-Factor? What kind of toilet paper does Nigella use? We attempt to answer all these questions and more in this episode of The Scummy Mummies Podcast. Our guest is Stuart Heritage, who live blogs The X-Factor for The Guardian and co-hosts his own podcast, Luv and Hat. He tells us how he feels about becoming a dad and why he may name his child after Noel Edmonds.Then there's some daft chat about X-Factor as we reveal our favourite contestants of all time and predict t...2014-12-0248 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 30: Comedy Special with Kerry GodlimanEpisode 30: Comedy Special with Kerry GodlimanThe Scummy Mummies are 30! In their dreams. Joining us to celebrate our 30th episode is a very special guest - comedian Kerry Godliman, off the telly.Kerry stars in the Ricky Gervais sitcom Derek. She has also appeared in Michael McIntyre's Roadshow, Miranda and most recently on Kevin Bridges: Live at the Referendum.We talk about comedy, fame and what it's like to go on Just A Minute. Kerry discusses her love of camping and why she wishes they served wine at soft play centres. There's some cha...2014-09-2343 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 29: Dad Special - Kent Valentine's DayWe celebrate all things paternal on this episode with the help of stand-up comedian Kent Valentine, plus a special cameo by Ellie's dad.Kent reveals his strategies for coping with three children under the age of five. There's a chat about meditation, and Helen reveals some strong opinions about Russell Brand.Then it's time for a new section, the pretty self-explanatory Dad Jokes, followed by the return of an old favourite with a new twist - it's Manbag Surprise! And of course we round off with some Scummy Mummy Confessions. Kent probably won't be letting...2014-09-0934 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 27: Travel Special - Wish You Weren't HereThe Scummy Mummies podcast reaches new lows this episode as we insult our guest's children, spend ages talking about poo and debate whether it's OK to show your husband your "bum grapes". Joining us on the DFS sofa is Tracey Davies, travel writer and mum of three. She gives us her top tips for getting cheap holiday deals, which include having identical twins so you can defraud Premier Inn. Helen reveals the part she played in solving The Troubles, while Ellie bangs on about Mexican jungle fires, Muhammad Ali and Center Parcs.Do tu...2014-08-1241 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 25: Cheese Special - the Kerry Leigh TriangleThis episode covers everything from lesbianism to Leerdammer. Our special guest is Kerry Leigh, comedian, poet and cheese impressionist.She tells us all about her rainbow family and how she got her start in stand-up. Helen gets confused about the correct way to pronounce "labia", and Ellie tries her hand at misogyny. Plus we have not one but TWO cheese-themed games. Do feel free to play along at home!Send your own cheese impressions and Scummy Mummy Confessions to scummymummiespodcast@gmail.com. Or you can find us on Facebook and Twitter. If you l...2014-07-1537 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 24: Festival Special feat. DJ Ghetto BootyDancing, shouting, mud baths, raw sewage - in many ways, music festivals are just large-scale children's parties. So we're celebrating the start of the season with DJ Amanda Gettrup, who'll be appearing at Camp Bestival next month.Ellie explains why she thinks all festivals are rubbish actually, and Helen looks forward to attending three with her this summer. We address important topical questions like how relevant Five Star are today and whether happiness really is the truth. Plus, we find out our DJ names and take part in what must be the first ever rap battle to f...2014-07-0144 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 22: Crappy Father's DayStay-at-home dad Steve Hill returns as our "special" guest this episode. With father's day coming up we talk about what it means to be a dad, but of course it's not long before the whole thing descends into nonsense.Helen and Ellie present Steve with a selection of high quality father's day gifts (total retail value £3.39.) There's some top chat about the price of Lynx, the World Cup and a real-life encounter with Mr. T. Helen explains her sexual preferences using a convoluted metaphor involving picnics and monster trucks, and we round off with Scummy Mummy Confessions.2014-06-0242 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 21: Oh, Viennetta! Business Special with Claudi & FinThe guests on this episode are the ladies behind fab new kids' lolly range Claudi & Fin. Lucy Woodhouse and Meriel Durand discuss the challenges of starting a business while raising small children. Listen in to find out how they juggle meeting the head of Sainsbury's with picking poo off the stairs.Ellie pitches her own brilliant business idea, while Helen insists we play another musical game. And one of our most popular items gets a spin-off in the form of the hugely exciting and disgusting Freezer Surprise. The cold never bothered us anyway. Claudi & Fin l...2014-05-2039 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 19: Madonna or Mandela? Discipline Special with Nurse JessieThere's some Serious Chat in this episode, as podcast favourite Nurse Jessie returns to talk about the tricky topic of discipline. Does smacking work? Is a bribe better than a threat? Plus Jessie reveals her top tip for swift potty training. (Spoiler: it's not something they teach at nurse school.)We have two stupid new games - Revenge is Sweets, where Ellie gets to punish Jessie for perceived childhood misdemeanours, and Madonna or Mandela?, where Ellie gets to punish Jessie for not being good at a ridiculous quiz.To round everything off we have a S...2014-04-2242 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 16: Welsh Rare Bits. Writing Special with Laura KempNovelist Laura Kemp is our guest on this episode, which was recorded on location in lovely Cardiff. She talks discusses her popular books, Mums Like Us and Mums on Strike, and reveals how she balances writing, motherhood and a serious Lego habit.We all play Helen's new game, Things That Make You Go Urgh. And Ellie explains why she's not sure honesty is always the best policy. Plus there is a special cameo appearance by Ollie the dog. We round off with Scummy Mummy Confessions and announce the winners of our competition.Allison Pearson described...2014-03-1144 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 15: Autism Special with John WilliamsIn this episode we talk to John Williams, author of the brilliant blog My Son's Not Rainman. He discusses what it's like to be the parent of a child with autism, plus serious issues like the number of cucumbers you can get for a pound down Lewisham market. Ellie and John educate Helen about those classic British cultural touchstones, Going for Gold and Fray Bentos pies. Helen reveals her secret recipe for carbonara (spoiler: stock up on Kraft cheese slices). There's some chat about the joys of living in South East London and we round off, as alwa...2014-02-2444 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 14: Pregnancy Special with Clemmie HooperThis episode's special guest is Clemmie Hooper, midwife, mum and author of the hit blog, Gas and Air. Her recent post on 'The Truth About Maternity Leave' went viral, so we chat about that and get some top tips for birth and beyond. Helen and Ellie share some of their own labour experiences - tune in to find out why one of them will never again be able to enjoy the music of Bon Jovi. Plus there's advice for dads and we play our brand new game, A Stitch In Time. Let's just say it involves pink fel...2014-02-1135 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 13: The Sherlock of Moles - Gay Dad Special with Dr Greg SchwagerThis episode stars the wonderful Dr Greg Schwager. He talks about being a new dad, a gay dad, a doctor dad and a very tired dad, often all at the same time. As a qualified psychiatrist, he also shares his top tips for raising happy, healthy children, without going mental yourself. Helen exploits the occasion of having a fellow Australian on the podcast by making Ellie eat some revolting local delicacies, and Ellie nearly throws up. We make Dr Greg play our fun new game, Look At My Bits, and there's some chat abo...2014-01-2741 min
The Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 11: Pregnant in GreggsIt's the Scummy Mummies New Year Special! Featuring stay-at-home dad Steve Hill as our "special" guest.We take a look back at the year's top stories, i.e. we pretend to know anything at all about current affairs as an excuse to do horsemeat and Nigella jokes.Ellie tells an amusing anecdote about being pregnant in Greggs, Helen explains why death can be a positive thing and Steve watches the darts.There's some hot meat-based debate in Ham Review, while in Things of the Year we reveal our favourite books, games and days...2014-01-0541 minThe Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 8: BOOBS.Breasts, bangers, Barbara Windsor's best friends - whatever you want to call 'em, this episodeis all about 'em. Nurse Jessie is our special guest. She doles out interesting, salient advice about everything from breastfeeding to bra fitting, while Helen and Ellie constantly interrupt with stupid jokes. We introduce our new favourite game, Hands or T*ts? Plus: find out which one of us has drunk one of the other's breast milk. And we have a special edition of Scummy Mummy Confessions, featuring scumtastic tales from the audience at our live stage show. Hosted on Ac...2013-11-1843 minThe Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 7: Grandma Special: Nudists, Mastication and the Poundland SnotgrapeIt's a Grandma-themed special this week! Helen and Ellie talk to their own mums about what it's like to be a grandparent and what they really think about modern parenting. Along the way the conversation covers topics as diverse as nudism, padded coathangers, Dannii Minogue and why children are like dogs. Someone nearly walks out at least twice. Handbag Surprise returns and there's an exciting new hummus-related feature. Plus, our&n [...] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2013-11-0447 minThe Scummy Mummies PodcastEpisode 1 is live!The first ever episode of the Scummy Mummies podcast is now online! Highlights include a chat about the latest scientific study to reveal how we're messing upour children, a review of Viv Groskop's I Laughed, I Cried and a special round of Handbag Surprise. Plus: find out the worst thing Helen and Ellie allowed their kids to eat this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2013-07-2936 min