Scummy Mummies - Podcast

She's a campaigner, an author, a podcaster, and an all-round legend - it's the awesome Mika Simmons! We talk about why she set up her brilliant foundation, Ladygarden, and what it was like to lose her mother to cancer. There are some very moving moments as Mika describes their last moments together, and what it's like to have to tell your mum she's going to die. Plus, she shares her number one piece of advice for coping with grief. Then it's back to the usual old filth. We hear about Mika's book, The Happy Vagina, and talk about all sorts of sordid nonsense from overcoming sexual shyness to fiddling with yourself. What is a blended orgasm? Do we all have a g-spot, and if not, can we get one? Why isn't calling someone a pussy such a sexist insult after all? Mika answers all our questions, and reveals a fact about conception that blows Ellie's mind. For more from Mika, visit ladygardenfoundation.com, read her book, listen to her podcast&

It's the stupidest podcast episode of the year! Sam Pamphilon and Nurse Jessie join us once again to get drunk in Ellie's lounge and forget their conversation is going on the internet. As is tradition, we discuss Jessie's new job, and try to get to the bottom of what the fuck she actually does for a living. Sam tells us whether he's divorced yet, and it's the return of Linda Chat - which Linda would Sam do in a pinch? Plus: where the fuck is Steve?  Then it's time for Ham Review, followed by a bumper Christmas edition of Scummy Mummy Confessions, where we share some absolute crackers from one of our recent shows. Shoutout to The Phoenix comic, which our kids have read and loved for years. A subscription makes a brilliant Christmas gift that keeps giving - you can get the first six issues for only £1 at thephoenixcomic.co.ukTickets for our 2023 shows are now on sale! We are coming to Lincoln, Kettering, Redhill, Camberley, Cheltenham, Lancaster, Caernafon,

YES DALLYN! Our guest for this episode is the hilarious Gareth Howells - Hunsnet founder, brunch hoster, Victoria Beckham fan and all around legend. He tells us about why he started Hunsnet, and how it's grown into an amazing social media phenomenon that makes us laugh every day. We hear about Gareth's brilliant book, The Hundamental Guide to Life, and his tips for shitting your pants and doing it anyway. Plus: which of us is the hunniest hun? Which font makes Gareth physically ill? What are our favourite high street celebrity bed linen collections? Listen in to find out! Tickets for our 2022 AND 2023 shows are now on sale! We are coming to Stroud, Farnham and Ware before Christmas, then next year we're off to Lincoln, Kettering, Redhill, Camberley, Cheltenham, Lancaster, Caernafon, Burnley, Milton Keynes, Winchester, Newcastle, Lichfield, Rotherham, Twickenham, Leeds, Birmingham, Crewe, Lowestoft... And new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummymummi

Our 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 cleaning your toilet. It's more fun than it sounds. And of course we have some hilarious Scummy Mummy Confessions involving face paint and cat sick. Cat's brilliant baby book, The First Time You Smiled (Or Was It Just Wind?), is out now. And do check out her ace podcast, You're Not the Only One.This episode is brought to you by the All-New Dacia Jogger – the award-winning 7-seater with plenty of space for family and friends. It's made for adventure,

What'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 believes adolescents deserve more credit than they're receiving. Then it's time for some serious talk as Sali discusses her experience of being harassed online. We round off with some general chat about everything from boob reductions and airport etiquette to Helen embarrassing herself at parents' evening. For more from Sali, check out her books, her Guardian column, and her instagram @salihughes.Tickets for our 2022 AND 2023 shows are no

Our guest for this episode is the awesome author Jenny Colgan! She tells us about how she got her book deal, and what it's like to write 36 best-selling novels. Plus: is she the Kylie of women's fiction, or the Madonna? We also hear about Jenny's own love story, and why it's like a romantic comedy come to life. Plus, we find out which nationality of man she'd date first if her husband was dead.For more from Jenny, follow her on Instagram @jennycolganbooks and twitter @jennycolgan.Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale! We are coming to Portsmouth, Worthing, Bath, Dorking, Trowbridge, Nottingham, Stroud, Farnham, Ware - and new dates are being added all the time, with a big northern tour in the works for 2023! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets. **WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!  We're on Twitter (@scummymummies), Instagram, and Facebook. If you like

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 while being eight months pregnant. Ellie reminisces about one of the best things she ever put in her mouth, and Helen shares a curry recipe from her own culture. Do follow Rinku on Instagram @raastawala and @rinku.dutt1 for recipes, news and details of where you can try out her fabulous food. Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale! We are coming to Portsmouth, Southampton, Worthing, Bath, Dorking, Leamington Spa, Trowbridge, Nottingham, Stroud, Farnham - a

Our guest for this episode is Camille O'Sullivan - amazing singer, fabulous performer, and all-round extraordinary woman! She tells us what it's like to break up with your partner three weeks after the birth of your baby, then go on stage to sing with Yoko Ono. We talk about her dual heritage, and what being Irish means to her. There's also some chat about getting older, and being unhappy with your appearance. We discuss whether being a performer is a compulsion or a career, and why we probably all need a therapist like Metallica's. For more from the wonderful Camille, including tickets to her shows, visit camilleosullivan.com.Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale! We are coming to Portsmouth, Southampton, Worthing, Bath, Dorking, Leamington Spa, Trowbridge, Nottingham, Stroud, Stockport - and new dates are being added all the time, with a big northern tour in the works for 2023! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets. **WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummi

Our guest for this episode is the hilarious Lucy Porter! She tells us all about her latest comedy show, and how it was inspired by hitting middle age. We chat about everything from hanging out with Christian Slater to breast cancer scares, sports cars, and why baby swimming is a total waste of time. Plus, Ellie and Lucy have a heated debate over the big question that's on everyone's lips: is Center Parcs good or rubbish? For more from Lucy, including tickets to her 22/23 UK tour, visit linktr.ee/lucyportercomic.**WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale - we are coming to Portsmouth, Southampton, Worthing, Bath, Dorking, Chipping Campden, Leamington Spa, Trowbridge, Nottingham, Stroud - and new dates are being added all the time, with a big northern tour in the works for 2023! Keep an eye on scummymummies.com for announcements and tickets. We're on Twitter (@scumm

It's SIMON LONDON! One of our favourite guests of all time returns for some hilarious chat about everything from parenting to politics. Simon discusses the practical things he's been doing to deal with empty nest syndrome, and the best piece of advice he's ever given his teenage son. We also talk about the tweet he wrote in response to partygate that went viral. Do check out Simon's brilliant website kidrated.com, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @slondonuk. **EDINBURGH KLAXON** Tickets for our Fringe show are available NOW! Get yours from Underbellyedinburgh.co.uk. We are there from 18 - 27 August. **WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale - we are coming to Portsmouth, Southampton, Worthing, Bath, Dorking, Chipping Campden, Leamington Spa, Trowbridge, Nottingham, Stroud - and new dates are being added all the time, with a big northern

How do you cope with the anxiety of parenthood? Is wearing make-up anti-feminist? And what's the most fun way to dispose of a prophylactic after sex? Helping us answer all these questions is the hilarious Harriet Kemsley!She tells us all about her new Edinburgh show, and what it was like to get back on stage just one month after having a baby. We hear how having dyspraxia has affected her experience of motherhood, and why she believes marrying another stand-up comedian was a terrible mistake. Then it's time for some Unsolicited Advice, where we share our ultimate life hack, involving a cardboard box. And things get heated as talk turns to the bedroom - specifically Helen's, and what's underneath the bed. Harriet's show, Honeysuckle, is on from 2 - 25 August at Monkey Barrel in Edinburgh, and then she's touring all around the UK. Tickets are available from harrietkemsley.com.**EDINBURGH KLAXON** Tickets for our Fringe show are available NOW! Get yours from Underbellyedinburgh.co.u

Our guest for this episode is the awesome Dr Angharad Rudkin, a child psychologist for over 20 years. She has lots of advice about helping kids with their emotions, and explains why we shouldn't feel guilty if we let parenting standards slip during the pandemic. Phew. We talk about Anghard's brilliant new book, Split Survival Kit: 10 Steps for Coping With Your Parents' Separation. She co-wrote it with children's author Ruth Fitzgerald and it's out now. Angharad answers lots of important questions like how honest you should be with your kids about the reasons behind your divorce, and how long you should wait to introduce them to a new partner. She shares a practical technique to help children cope with their anger, and Helen reveals her top tip for telling your kids about your separation. Spoiler: it involves Skittles. Do follow Angharad on Instagram @dr_rudkin, and check out her other books, What's My Child Thinking?, What's My Teenage

What'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 fan of medication. Plus there's some chat about leaving long term partners, and life after divorce. As always, we have some filthy Scummy Mummy Confessions for you - this time involving Ellie's kitchen, indecent exposure, and a wee-related life hack. Do have a read of Natalie's fantastic book, and follow her on Instagram @stylemesunday.**EDINBURGH KLAXON** Tickets for our Fringe show are available NOW! Get yours from Underbellyedinburgh.co.uk. We are there from

HE'S BACK! One of our favourite guests of all time returns to talk about his favourite body parts, falling over at festivals, and pubic topiary. Yes, it's Dr Ranj! We talk about his brilliant new kids' book, Superpower Like Mine, which is out now. There's some chat about helping children to manage feelings around body image, and why it's just as much an issue for boys. Plus, tune in to find out which one of us offers Ranj a faecal transplant, and why. To finish, there's a Scummy Confession that will blow your mind - let's just say Ranj has been to Iceland. We are giving away signed copies of ALL of Ranj's fantastic books - check our Instagram main feed for details! You can currently see him in Cooking With the Stars on ITV, **EDINBURGH KLAXON** Tickets for our Fringe show are available NOW! Get yours from Underbellyedinburgh.co.uk. We are there from 18 - 27 August. **WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washb

Our guest for this episode is the awesome Cat Bateman from Little Folk Nursery Rhymes! She tells us what it's like being the least annoying baby music group singer of all time, and what she secretly thinks of some of the parents. Cat also shares her experience of having a son with type 1 diabetes. She reveals how she coped with the initial diagnosis, why things are easier now, and the surprising thing her son has to say regarding how he feels about his condition. We chat about Cat's other son, who was recently hospitalised with post-covid inflammatory syndrome. As we say in the episode, it's extremely rare, but still worth knowing about. You can find out more info via the NHS. Then things get a bit more lighthearted as Cat tries to convince Ellie that cold water swimming is a good idea, and we discuss the difference between an apron and a gunt. There are some top Scummy Mummy Confessions involving chickpeas and injections, and in a podcast first, our guest pla

This 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 sound quality for the first ten minutes - it was a bit windy - but stick with it, as the rest of the ep was recorded in a pub!)We would like to dedicate this episode to the awesome Sheila Gordon, author of the Lady Anne's Way guidebook. We literally couldn't have done it without her. What a legend. You can find out more about the walk at ladyannesway.co.uk.And if you fancy getting out there, why not take on the Borne 60 Miles in June Challenge? Borne is a brilliant charit

Are you ready for the most erotic anecdote about Peter Andre you've ever heard? Well, get ready, because we have Claire Richards on the podcast! She tells us all about her life in Steps, and what it's like to become a pop star at the age of 19, earning a whopping £50 a week. We ask if there are any Steps songs she secretly hates singing, and whether their costumes smell as bad as ours. Plus, Claire tells us about the moment when H came out to her, and what crisps she was eating at the time. There's a bit of serious chat about what it's like to have your weight discussed so publicly, and what Claire thinks of the body positivity movement. Then it's back to silliness as we play Snog, Marry, Avoid - Smash Hits Poll Winners' Party Edition! Claire is on tour with Steps this summer - follow @clairerichardsofficial and @officialsteps for info. **WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!Ti

It'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 buys his jeans. You can follow Hill on Instagram @dad_of_lad, and Twitter @hillythefish.**WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK DELIVERY!Tickets for our 2022 shows are now on sale - we are coming to Newbury, Horsham, Henley, Wellingborough, Portsmouth, Cambridge, Devizes, Southampton, Leamington Spa, Trowbridge, Nottingham - and new dates are being added all the time! Keep an eye on scummy

Our guest for this episode is the hilarious comedian and cook George Egg, aka the Snack Hacker! What this man has to say about pimping Pot Noodles, Greggs pasties and Fray Bentos pies will blow your mind. We hear about how he got started in performing, and ended up making scrambled eggs in a cement mixer. George shares his most popular Snack Hacker recipe - you'll never look at a naan bread in the same way.Then it's time for some serious chat, as George talks about losing his parents very close to each other. He tells us what he wishes he'd done differently before they died, and what has helped him to deal with the grief. It's funnier than it sounds. And of course, we end with some hilarious Scummy Mummies Confessions, involving baby excrement, STI tests, and pass the parcel. For more from George, go to georgeegg.com, and follow him on Instagram @georgeegg.**WE HAVE A SHOP!** Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, washbags, sweatshirts and beach towels. FREE UK D

What would happen if you put your kids in TOTAL charge of the family budget for a whole day? What would they learn? What would you learn? Will the entire budget be blown on LEGO?  @starlingbank set us this very challenge in this week’s special bonus episode. We gave our lads a budget for a family day out, and a Starling Kite card so they could spend and keep track of the money independently. Tune in to find out whether they wasted it all on V-bucks and sweets, and whose son spent the most on their Mother's Day present. True story: we've been with Starling for years, and we're big fans of their work. It's super easy to apply for an account with them and their app is so simple to use. With Starling Kite, kids get a snazzy contactless debit card and their own version of the app, and you’re able to keep an eye on things and set limits all from your own Starling account. It’s a great way to get kids thinking about money for only £2 a month. We had a right