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| 14 Apr 2023 | Easter goes viral and the comparison trap | 00:38:20 | |
Matilda and Hannah hop on the mics to lay you an Easter Egg for your holidays. Matty’s fallen into the comparison trap while Hannah’s Easter went viral. There’s wholesome chat about books and documentaries which is complimented by a cracking poo story, in true Untidy fashion. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss and episode and help us build this supportive community. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | 'F*** off Gary' with Kate Twigg | 00:44:03 | |
This week, we chat to devoted mum, Kate Twigg, about her journey with breast cancer (that would be Gary), and more recently, Leukaemia (Gary’s uninvited mate, Larry). Through breathwork, meditation, yoga, and a richly stocked dress-up box, Kate’s found her own way to cope through diagnosis, treatment and the repercussions that a cancer journey brings. The unexpected by-product of Kate’s cancer diagnosis was the confronting realisation she was using alcohol as a coping mechanism. We discuss our drinking culture, habits (eek), and the importance of setting boundaries. You can follow Kate’s journey on Instagram: @tn_beatingcanceragain. She’s open, honest, and bloody funny. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to be supported by the legends at Haakaa NZ – New Zealand Baby and Maternity Brand. Follow them at @haakaanz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 31 May 2024 | Catching the karmic 8-ball | 00:46:11 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty surf a wave of chaotic energy right into a live redemption story that began with Hannah’s brutal ghosting. Matty recounts a firetrucking incident she’d still like an apology for. They discuss how to live in a state of uncertainty, and decide to collaborate with the listeners to solve kids’ fighting forever and ever. Amen. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production – You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Aug 2024 | Relatable rants, the 90’s poo, and dead bird decluttering | 00:44:44 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah kick things off with a relatable rant fuelled by a morning of cat sick surprises and premenstrual rage. Matty has a beef with the cosmetic industry and their unreasonable routines, endless serums, and the pointless fight against the nature of ageing. They reminisce about how everyone pooed in the 90s and if it’s now okay to handle not-so-urgent messages while handling your urgent business. Matty confesses the troubling realities of her former grubbiness and they both decide to resolve the last bastions of chaos at home with a little cathartic decluttering (preferably before something dies or sh*ts in there first). If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Feb 2025 | Making money simple with Frances Cook | 01:11:32 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah chat to Frances Cook, the award-winning journalist, financial expert, and host of the chart-topping ‘Making Cents’ podcast. Frances shares her journey from being a self-proclaimed “financial hot mess” to becoming one of New Zealand’s most trusted voices in personal finance — making money and investing simple and achievable for everybody. Listen in for a robust discussion on how childhood experiences shape our money mindset, why women make betters investors, how a 10-minute tweak can double your Kiwisaver return, the ‘core-satellite strategy’ for investing Hannah and Matty accidentally nailed, why we need to “index and chill”, how to financially prepare for parental leave and raising kids, practical budgeting and saving hacks that you won’t hate, and, how to talk to kids about money without freaking them out. Resources mentioned in the show: If you’re enjoying Untidy, we need your support by subscribing to the show in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Feb 2024 | Survive, recover, and thrive with Emma Ferris | 01:03:04 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to an incredible woman that needs one heck on an introduction, Emma Ferris. Emma is a stress and resilience coach and founder of The Breath Effect whose ‘bring me to my knees moment’ can be heard in nail-biting detail on her podcast, ‘Conning the Con’. She is also the host of her second podcast, ‘The Bravery Academy’. We kick things off talking about Emma’s separation and divorce story. Although she and her ex-husband were seen as the ‘poster children’ for managing a conscious separation, Emma talks about the realites of the toll that took on her physically, mentally and emotionally, despite having a positive co-parenting relationship to move forward with. When Emma began dating again she had her ‘trial by fire’ and was targeted for her high empathy by a psychopathic conman who conned her out of a six-figure amount. Emma talks about how she coped in crisis and how she realised she had a choice either to be a victim in that moment, or to learn how to fight. She shares her wisdom for how to survive, recover, and thrive. Follow Emma on Instagram @thebreatheffect and find out more about her courses, coaching and retreats on her website https://www.thebreatheffect.com/. The resources we talked about in this episode were: Dr Gabor Maté If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share and chuck us a handful of stars! (Thank you!) Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at My Big Moments and rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | Sex Dilemmas Q&A (Part Two) with Melody Thomas | 01:12:24 | |
In part two of our Untidy conversation with sex podcaster and educator, Melody Thomas, we tackle more spicy listener questions. Melody is the creator and host of The Good Sex Project, a podcast about good sex, good relationships, and how to have them. Melody also made the hit series BANG! for RNZ, which was awarded both bronze and silver medals at the New York Festival Radio Awards. Melody is a writer and columnist and is currently working on her first book. This week we have a listener with a serious case of ‘the ick’, talk practical options for handling mismatched libidos, how to get comfortable with a new partner, satisfaction without climax, being a ‘boss bitch’ that likes to be dominated, feeling ready to love again after divorce, and much more! The book we recommend in the podcast is: The podcasts and episodes we recommend are: The Good Sex Project, Episode 8: Happy Endings Check out Melody’s podcast, The Good Sex Project on all listening platforms. Follow her on Instagram at @melodyrules and @goodsexproject. The Untidy podcast is about honoring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please follow or subscribe, rate and review and tell all your mates! Everything you do helps us to keep bringing you Untidy conversations! Where to get help if you’ve experienced sexual assault: If it’s an emergency and you feel that you or someone else is at risk, call 111. If you’ve ever experienced sexual assault or abuse and need to talk to someone, contact Safe to Talk confidentially, any time 24/7: • Call 0800 044 334 • Text 4334 • Email support@safetotalk.nz • For more info or to web chat visit safetotalk.nz Alternatively, contact your local police station. If you have been sexually abused, remember it’s not your fault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Oct 2023 | The myth of ‘Baby Brain’ with Dr Sarah McKay | 00:52:48 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to Dr Sarah McKay. Originally from Christchurch NZ, Sarah is an Oxford University-educated neuroscientist, author, speaker and director of Think Brain's suite of online training programs. Sarah now resides in Sydney with her husband and two boys. We cover a lot of ground in this episode. We delve into the findings from Sarah’s recent book ‘Baby Brain’ - a term often used to describe the perceived cognitive decline a lot of new mums experience. We wanted to know exactly what was going on upstairs after we had our babies… Why were we putting fridge items in the pantry? And why did Hannah forget how to spell her own name after having her son? Sarah unpacks the science behind what actually happens neurologically during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and the research may surprise you! Have we been scammed?! We talk about the need to re-frame the connotations around ‘baby brain’, and why the term ‘supermum’ needs to be banished from our collective vocabulary. Follow Sarah on Instagram at @drsarahmckay, and check out her website https://drsarahmckay.com/. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe to help us build this Untidy community and make sure you never miss an episode of Untidy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Mar 2023 | Poo news, bad bios and a book club | 00:37:22 | |
In this we saunter into the latest unplanned segment: poo news, dredge the bottom of the dating pool to bring you more bad bios, and decide to start a book club. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss and episode and help us build this supportive community. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Apr 2025 | Best bits: Dr Libby Weaver — "Who Are You Trying to Please?" | 00:11:18 | |
In this powerful mini episode of Untidy, we revisit one of the most resonant moments from our popular conversation with Dr Libby Weaver from the episode, ‘Rescuing the ‘rushing woman’ with Dr Libby’. Dr Libby unpacks a profound truth about modern women’s stress: we’re not just rushing because life is busy — we’re rushing because we care, and often, because we care what others think of us. She introduces her practical “forward words” tool to help you uncover whose approval you're seeking and how that quietly drives stress and burnout. This segment is a must-listen if you’ve ever found yourself running on empty trying to keep everyone happy. To hear the full conversation, including more insights on hormones, nutrition, perimenopause, and how to reclaim your wellbeing, head to: Dr. Libby Weaver (PhD), is a nutritional biochemist, bestselling author, and founder of BioBlends Supplements. Dr. Libby has spent decades helping women understand the connections between nutrition, stress, and hormones, offering both a compassionate and scientific approach to wellbeing. With over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, Dr Libby is one of the most trusted voices in women’s health today. Follow her on Instagram @drlibby. If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Jan 2024 | Confession corner catch-ups | 01:00:03 | |
In this episode of Untidy Hannah and Matilda have a long-awaited catch-up revealing home truths about what’s been going on over summer. They enter the confessional about questionable nocturnal habits, tuk-tuk racing, bad fashion, pet hates, fridge content, and Matty’s beef with fruit. Hannah longs for a little more peer pressure but slightly looser knees. If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share, and chuck us a handful of stars! (Thank you!) Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 12 Jul 2024 | Finding triumph through tragedies with Robin Marsh | 00:55:33 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah are joined by Robin Marsh, a Canadian-Kiwi and part of the Untidy listener whanau! Robin sits down in person to courageously share her bumpy journey to motherhood which entailed fertility challenges, miscarriages, baby loss, pregnancies and making the tough decision to choose a termination. She talks about her mental health, healing and coping strategies as she navigated major losses and also striving towards the triumph of ultimately having two healthy babies. Robin hopes sharing her story might be able to help other listeners going through their own difficulties. Hers is a story of resilience, perseverance and self-compassion. Sometimes raw and vulnerable, as well as candid and uplifting, this is a conversation that will move and inspire! Follow Robin on Intagram @marsh.robin and check out her other passion @caniwirigging. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Snippet: Hamish Blake's teen angst floppy disk manifesto | 00:02:21 | |
Hamish Blake laments the loss of a floppy disk containing the erudite wisdom of his parenting manifesto written at age fifteen to guide his future self. And so do we ... If you enjoyed this snippet, check out the full episode, 'How Hamish Blake 'dads'' on your favourite listening app. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children's books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 22 Mar 2024 | Sneeze submissions, toilet rumours, and #concernedforkate | 01:00:05 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty dip a toe into the alleged conspiracies around Kate Middleton’s disappearance and are #concernedforKate. Having blown Sneeze-gate wide open, they elaborate on this topical issue with ‘in-the-field’ research and share listeners’ story submissions. It’s high time for more poo news and toilet rumours, so, they reminisce about Matty’s heroic poo story from the good old days and share a couple more as well as a voluntary and unprompted listener’s voice note. The girls wonder if anyone’s really got it all together, complete with a full sense of inner-earnestness, or if they’re all just pretending to be grown-ups like they seem to be. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, the best way you can support us is by subscribing to the show in your podcast app by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a handful of stars (maybe 5 ...). Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Apr 2023 | Big news, a swim in human soup, and the Turkish car wash | 00:35:56 | |
Matilda and Hannah have big news about the future of the podcast, they reveal Part One of a listeners story as they gear up to accidentally visit a sex hotel, reminisce over their own awkward travel stories, and wonder when it’s appropriate to boast about your excellent bowel function. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Jul 2023 | Maternal mental health with Hannah Hardy-Jones | 01:04:30 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to mum of two, Hannah Hardy-Jones. Hannah suffered a severe manic episode triggered by the traumatic birth of her first child, which brought on a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. We speak to Hannah about how this experience led her to start Kite Program – a tech platform that creates apps for specific organisations, occupational groups and mental health causes. We also talk about the impact this experience had on her family, and how she navigated the decision to have a second child. Hannah is a strong mental health advocate, and now works with clients around the world to share her story to help bring about change. Since its conception, Kite has evolved to now provide app-based support to businesses, HR professionals, the veterinary industry, individuals with eating disorders, Covid-19 programs and mums of all stages. Hannah also recently launched Contented AI, which creates bespoke AI tools for everyday businesses to leverage AI in a safe and impactful way – with a goal to reduce burnout and help businesses grow. Check out The Kite Program online and find it in your App store. Follow Hannah on Instagram at @thekiteprogram and learn more about @contented_ai. The book Matilda recommends in the episode is ‘First We Make the Beast Beautiful’ by Sarah Wilson. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Where to get help or find support: Perinatal Anxiety and Depression NZ - https://pada.nz/ Nationwide charity providing training and resources for health professionals aiding families affected by anxiety and depression linked to pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting. The Mental Health Foundation - https://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/ Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor. Postpartum Support International (PSI) - https://www.postpartum.net/ An international resource for postpartum mental health Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share it with friends so we can keep bringing you Untidy conversations!
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| 04 Apr 2025 | No Words for This with Ali Mau | 01:11:01 | |
In this raw, courageous, and compelling episode of Untidy, Matilda Green and Hannah Davison sit down with award-winning journalist, author, and advocate Ali Mau to talk about her new memoir, ‘No Words for This’. Known widely for her fearless leadership of the #MeTooNZ movement and a 20-year career fronting many of New Zealand’s most notable current affairs shows, Ali opens up about the personal experiences that shaped her career, her advocacy, and her voice. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual harm, harassment, and gendered violence. Please listen with care. Links to resources for where to find support are listed in the show notes of this episode. Ali’s memoir is not just a story of a pioneering journalist, but of a woman confronting devastating truths about her past. Her book charts a path through trauma, identity, resilience, and ultimately, the reclamation of voice and purpose. In this episode, the conversation spans Ali’s early years in Australian and British media, the sexism that saturated her career, the moment she broke from silence, and the complex intersection of love, family, abuse, and healing. The hosts explore Ali’s role in leading a national conversation on sexual harm, how society still silences victims, and what it truly takes to be heard. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the cost and the power of speaking out. Alison (Ali) Mau is an award-winning journalist, writer, and advocate for equity in Aotearoa. With over two decades anchoring top news and current affairs programmes like Breakfast, One News, Seven Sharp, and Fair Go, Ali is one of New Zealand’s most respected media figures. In 2018, she launched the pioneering #MeTooNZ project with Stuff, revolutionising how the media reports on sexual harassment through a survivor-focused, trauma-informed approach. In 2021, she was named Reporter of the Year at the Voyager Awards. Ali is also the co-founder of Tika, a legal aid charity supporting survivors of sexual harm. Link mentioned in the show and resources:
If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Dec 2024 | "You're welcome to do it in your pants." | 00:45:15 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah are together for one final yarn before the year is out! Hannah is back in the land of the living, kissing the ground with gratitude for her return to vibrant health! She’s managed to claw back some parenting cred with the kids, too. Matty navigates the aftermath of a dubious curry with some helpful advice from her son, while Hannah talks about navigating the co-parenting dynamic over Christmas. Finally, they send a huge thank you and best wishes to the listeners and supporters of the show! Episode mentioned in the show: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Jul 2023 | Sex dilemmas Q&A (Part One) with Melody Thomas | 00:51:27 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to sex podcaster and educator, Melody Thomas. She is the creator and host of The Good Sex Project, a podcast about good sex, good relationships and how to have them. Melody also made the hit series BANG! for RNZ, which was awarded both bronze and silver medals at the New York Festival Radio Awards. Melody is a writer and columnist, and is currently working on her first book. It will come as no surprise that this episode is all about sex ... We’re answering listener questions about sex dilemmas and sharing our unqualified, yet, enthusiastic opinions. We cover everything from handling a mismatch of libidos, mending family relationships after betrayal, reclaiming sex drive after kids, preparing for a first butt plug, wanting casual relationships to get serious, and navigating being called names that give you ‘the ick’. If that’s not enough come back for more! There were so many questions it required two episodes, so, check back for part two! The books we recommend in the podcast are: ‘Come as You Are’ by Emily Nagoski ‘How to Do the Work’ by Dr Nicole LePera ‘The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*uck’ by Mark Manson ‘Mating in Captivity’ by Esther Perel Check out Melody’s podcast, The Good Sex Project on all listening platforms. Follow her on Instagram at @melodyrules and @goodsexproject. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share it with friends so we can keep bringing you Untidy conversations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Dec 2024 | Surrendering to imperfection | 00:39:04 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah go off-script and ditch the plan for the episode to talk about what’s really on their minds — the beautiful chaos of life served with a side of emotional vulnerability and an unavoidable sprinkle of self-care. Hannah shares she’s losing her battle with COVID, operating with mashed potato for a brain and finding no choice but to surrender to the slow lane. Matty opens up about a parenting fail that morning that left her feeling particularly low. They talk about the art of repair after rupture and why it’s not always on your time schedule. There’s chat about the pressures of productivity, how to give yourself grace, and how to give yourself permission to lie in the sun with a good book (even if your bathroom remains borderline condemned while you do it). Untidy is celebrating some big wins: a Gold for Best Family Podcast and Silver for Best Branded Podcast at the NZ Podcast Awards! A massive thank you to all of you for your love and support—it means the world to us. Grab your ice cream (you’ll understand why!) and listen in for a good, slightly unhinged kōrero about life’s less-than-perfect moments. Links we mention in the show: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Nov 2023 | Connected parenting Q&A with Genevieve Muir | 01:00:28 | |
In this episode of Untidy we welcome back Obstetric Social Worker, Parent Educator and mum of four boys, Genevieve Muir to answer your questions with more non-judgemental, ‘boots on the ground’ parenting advice. Gen is so reassuring and relatable to listen to and this time we cover off ‘moody’ kids, bedtime anxiety, bullying, sulking, potty training, teens and phones, kids that hit, and much more. We also have a great chat about how much ‘good’ parenting it takes to actually be a good parent ... you won’t want to miss that one. Check out Gen’s website, Connected Parenting online for information on consults and courses, and follow Gen on Instagram at @connectedparentingau where she shares her wisdom in bite-sized chunks. She’s also got a new podcast out called, ‘Beyond the Chaos’ (which we’ll allow you to cheat on us with ...) Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Sep 2024 | Our gender identity journey with Melissa Banks | 00:54:55 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty speak to Melissa Banks, a team leader, early childhood educator, step-mum to two, and mum to 10-year-old, Lilly, who embarked on a gender identity journey at age seven. Melissa shares her touching and illuminating story of finding her way through parenting a gender-questioning child when there was no real roadmap to go by. They discuss how their journey manifested and what steps they took to start moving forward, how they sought support from family, friends, the school, and other members of the rainbow community, how Melissa surrendered to an uncertain journey of open-ended exploration, the issues they faced, and the gift that it’s ultimately given them both along the way. This episode is a beautiful example of respectful, responsive parenting and finding a way forward by allowing the child to be the master of their own experience. Happy listening! The book mentioned in the podcast: If you want to hear more Untidy episodes about childhood and parenting journeys for LGBTQIA+ kids and parents, check out ‘Welcome to the good room with Chris Parker’, and, ‘Not like other dads with Sean Szeps’. You can find Melissa on Instagram @picsbymu. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 12 Jan 2024 | Your monthly report card with Dr Lara Briden | 00:35:15 | |
In this episode, we speak to Dr Lara Briden, author of ‘Period Repair Manual’ and ‘Hormone Repair Manual’. Dr Briden is a Naturopathic Doctor and Women’s hormone specialist. We wanted to figure out what we can do to achieve a happy, healthy hormone cycle, what a ‘normal’ or ‘abnormal’ menstrual cycle might look like, what’s the deal with PMS rage and emotions, how we can manage our supplementation, why we should dig on liver again, and how our cycle acts as our monthly report card for our overall health and wellbeing. This one’s a women’s health must-listen! You can learn more about Dr Lara Briden, read her blog and purchase her books at www.larabriden.com. Find her on Instagram @larabriden. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe to help us build this Untidy community and make sure you never miss an episode of Untidy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 May 2024 | A frigate of fish fillets upon you | 00:42:29 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty kick things off with a light rant about the overly emotionally charged occasion that is Mother's Day and share their individual "lulls" (to exercise a euphemism to the core). They wonder if we should all just focus on Easter and we discover that NZ's prime minister is finally seeking wise counsel. The update we've all been waiting for of Matty's call to Dr Ben Dentist London is delivered and the clock is ticking on a frigate of fish fillets to be deployed by our woman on the ground in England. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the '+ follow' button. That way, you'll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production — You're the best! Untidy is made for you — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children's books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Jan 2025 | Gloria Es-de-van, lolly scrambles, and fowl behaviour | 00:55:35 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah have been ‘saving it for the pod’ and while Matty hunkers in the dark corner of a sauna, and Hannah withholds Lego sets to survive the recording time, they reunite for 2025 with more tear-inducing lols. Hannah’s fallen in love with her vintage caravan, Gloria Es-de-van, and Matty’s got a long-awaited rant about lolly scrambles. The girls talk about their ADHD suspicions and Hannah’s bringing listeners along on the journey as she begins the process of diagnosis. Matty’s been making big contributions to her community while Hannah’s reporting some fowl behaviour caught on camera in hers. The girls talk about their intentions for the new year and how they’ll try, but, likely remain intentionally ignorant to keeping themselves accountable. Still! It’s January and there’s no reason not to enjoy feeling enthusiastic for the first month, at least! Links mention in the show: If you’re enjoying Untidy, we need your support by subscribing to the show in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Oct 2024 | Cauliflower’s punching, lost lumberjacks, and Matty’s country life | 00:49:03 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah are back from their holidays with the chaotic energy of a toddler given two cans of Coke and a free puppy. They start as they mean to continue by striding out on a tangent that puts cauliflower back in its place. After determining school holidays remain an absolute nonsense for the working parent, Matty discovers that 82% of listeners support her in feeling victimised by the over-ripe banana — seemingly a recidivist offender of culinary crimes nationwide. While Matty’s been living her best English Country Living life, Hannah’s had a deep spiritual adventure in India that wouldn’t be complete without a couple of laps around the Bristol Stool Chart. They both agree to petition for the ‘butt hose’ to become the norm in Kiwi toilets. A marriage celebrant suggests Hannah shouldn’t lose all hope in dating apps, but, Hannah’s got a better plan simply involving an extra-large statement dog and loitering with intent. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 24 Nov 2023 | Meeting the inner critic with Mike King | 01:38:24 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to the iconic Kiwi entertainer, now, mental health advocate Mike King. Mike gives us a warts-and-all account of his evolution from an edgy and turbulent life as a breakthrough comedian, to his life-threatening reckoning that changed his path forever. Mike is now the founder of I Am Hope Foundation and initiative, Gumboot Friday, which fundraises to provide free and timely counselling for young people across Aotearoa. Mike is not afraid to rattle some cages as he works towards societal change that will positively impact the devastating suicide statistics amongst our rangitahi in New Zealand. We discuss the inner critic that lives inside of all of us and how this is where anxiety and depression stem. Through being honest about our own experiences, thoughts and feelings, we can parent our tamariki in a way that they understand they are not alone, they are worthwhile, and they are valued to give them a brighter future. Help Hannah and her team, Tuk Tuk Boom, raise vital funds for Gumboot Friday through their Givealittle page https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/tuk-tuk-boom as they race a tuk tuk around Sri Lanka! And keep an eye out on @untidypodcast for race updates. Follow Mike King at @themikeking as well as @iamhope_nz and @gumbootfriday. (If you need help, please find some resources below.) Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. Resources:
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| 22 Apr 2025 | Best bits: Ali Mau — “What happened to you was not your fault” | 00:10:35 | |
In this moving mini episode of Untidy, we revisit one of the most powerful moments from our full conversation with journalist, author, and advocate Ali Mau in the episode, ‘No Words for This with Ali Mau’. Ali shares what compelled her to write ‘No Words for This’ — a raw and courageous memoir that dives into the personal alongside decades of work supporting survivors of sexual harm. She speaks about the emotional toll of writing, the breakthrough moment of realising that the compassion she extended to others applied to her too, and how honesty, family, and purpose became the backbone of her healing. It’s an honest, affirming listen for anyone navigating their own healing or supporting others who are. To hear the full conversation with Ali, including her work with the Tika Project and the advocacy that’s changing lives, head to:
Alison (Ali) Mau is an award-winning journalist, writer, and advocate for equity in Aotearoa. With over two decades anchoring top news and current affairs programmes like Breakfast, One News, Seven Sharp, and Fair Go, Ali is one of New Zealand’s most respected media figures. In 2018, she launched the pioneering #MeTooNZ project with Stuff, revolutionising how the media reports on sexual harassment through a survivor-focused, trauma-informed approach. In 2021, she was named Reporter of the Year at the Voyager Awards. Ali is also the co-founder of Tika, a legal aid charity supporting survivors of sexual harm. If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Jun 2023 | Notorious pussies | 00:37:49 | |
In this episode of Untidy it’s all fannies and cats! In this pussy-heavy instalment the girls cover a full spectrum of topics from getting recognised with your pants off, Hannah’s most toxic relationship, what’s happened to Brian, and Matilda’s vulva varicose vein’s rise to stardom. Get ya girdle on, your headphones in, and join us for a very Untidy chat. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and and Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Jun 2023 | Not ‘just a mum’ with Georgia Vavasour | 00:48:35 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to Vedic Meditation teacher, Georgia Vavasour. Georgia has taught both Matilda and Hannah to meditate with this ancient technique. They discuss what Vedic Meditation is, how it’s a game changer for mums, the Vedic perspective on motherhood, along with their own personal journeys with meditation. Georgia initially discovered this technique after suffering several long-term health conditions – depression, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and ultimately, bowel cancer. She was on an endless search to ‘feel better’, have some energy, and to finally feel a true sense of contentment and joy. Georgia explains to the girls how the ‘mother’ is viewed through the lens of the Veda, and it is a refreshing take compared to feeling like you’re sometimes, ‘just a mum’. Spoiler alert: she’s viewed as a queen, as she bloody well should! You can learn more about Georgia Vavasour at www.gvmeditation.com, and @gvmeditation on Instagram. Georgia is currently based in Sydney, but works with clients across both Australia and New Zealand. Check out her website for details on her upcoming courses, free online intro talks, and on her retreats, too! Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review so we can keep bringing you Untidy conversations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Aug 2024 | Surfing the waves of adolescence with Maggie Dent | 01:21:51 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah talk to the ‘queen of common sense’ parenting educator, Maggie Dent. Maggie is a celebrated author, podcaster, and speaker with a background in teaching, counselling, palliative care, and suicide prevention. Maggie draws from her deep knowledge of neuroscience and her rich experience as a high school teacher and mother of four boys, to share her refreshing, reassuring, and candid perspective on navigating the challenges of parenting through adolescence. Maggie’s latest book, ‘Help Me Help My Teen’, is a guide for parents to help their teens when they're struggling with the challenges and increased pressures today’s teens are facing, i.e. vaping, anxiety, sexuality, school grades, self-harm and sexual harassment. The conversation touches on how to really work alongside your teen through those tumultuous adolescent years. Maggie provides invaluable advice on managing conflict and disappointment without damaging the parent-child relationship. She advocates for maintaining a strong emotional connection as a teen’s ‘safe place’, even in the face of disagreements, to ensure that teenagers always feel supported and understood as they navigate this period of both enormous potential and also enormous risk. Maggie's insights are not only practical and grounded in reality, but deeply compassionate, to empower listeners to be able to guide their children through these critical years with love, patience, and understanding. This episode is a must-listen! Follow Maggie Dent on Instagram @maggiedentauthor, register for her popular full-day Calming Today's Anxious Kids conference in Auckland on 14th September, find much more at her website maggiedent.com, and by her books at Mighty Ape, Paper Plus or in audiobook format. You'll be wanting more of Maggie, so luckily, she is also the host of The Good Enough Dad podcast and has hosted six seasons of the award-winning ABC podcast, Parental As Anything. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 10 Jan 2025 | REISSUE: Pros and Cons of Contraception with Dr Lara Briden | 00:51:07 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah reissue an enlightening conversation with Naturopathic doctor and women’s hormone specialist, Dr Lara Briden, while they take a little break over the holidays. Author of ‘Period Repair Manual’ and ‘Hormone Repair Manual’, Dr Briden is a women’s health activist, and passionate about helping women feel empowered when it comes to their bodies. In this interview, we dive deep into a discussion about the contraceptive pill. Whilst being revolutionary for women when it first came out, Dr Briden shares up-to-date knowledge on the potential implications. We also discuss the pros and cons of various contraceptive options, perimenopause, and how menopause is not the big bad wolf that it is often made out to be. You can learn more about Dr Lara Briden, read her blog and purchase her books at www.larabriden.com. Find her on Instagram @larabriden. Links mentioned in the interview: ‘The Pros and Cons of Hormonal IUDs’ Podcast on the development of Male Contraceptives Listen to more: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | Redefining intimacy with Morgan Penn | 00:42:17 | |
This week we ask Somatic Sexologist, Morgan Penn, if putting 'tab A' into 'slot B' is the only way to have sex. (Spoiler — it's not). Morgan tells us how to redefine intimacy in our relationships with our partners and ourselves. We talk about reclaiming your post-partum body, navigating post-partum sex, and how to have those conversations that feel all kinds of awkward. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Nov 2024 | Bralessness, caravan cravings, and toilet cubicle psychology | 00:44:02 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah discuss Matilda’s chaotic trip to the public pool. As if swimming in the lukewarm piss of child minestrone soup wasn’t enough, Matty discovers she’s inadvertently decided to become bold and braless. Hannah’s absolutely not resisting her cravings to own a vintage caravan and grimly realises she’s been asking prospective dates for the bare minimum, which they’re still unable to deliver. The girls discuss toilet cubicle psychology, irrational fears, and why, under the right circumstances, you’re all for strangers’ hands tickling your ankles. The mystery of The Bermuda Triangle is conclusively solved! (Sort of.) And, Matilda stays wild and free by preparing her body for the Coldplay concert six weeks advance. Episode we mention: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 11 Aug 2023 | Gym creeps, Matty’s calmbirth and weeping for Disney | 00:55:17 | |
In this episode of Untidy, the girls discuss the psychological minefield that is the gym. Matty gives an update on her calmbirth plan, and the girls discuss practical tips for mentally and physically preparing for labour; including a map of buttons ... Hannah prepares for her first-ever colonic irrigation, and they ponder what might be lurking in her bowels. Hannah shares advice for supporting kids going through a separation (or any big life change), and Matty discusses the family-wide emotional rollercoaster that was Disney on Ice. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 31 Mar 2023 | Hot pants, handbag jocks and hurling prawns | 00:41:48 | |
In this episode, we find out Hannah’s become a Slumlord and Matilda has a filthy chandelier. We asked for your confessions, and you delivered... Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by rova. It is proudly brought to you by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 08 Nov 2023 | Snippet: Matilda's best home birth advice | 00:01:24 | |
Matilda Green shares her best advice for a successful home birth ... even though it freaked her out! Hear how she handles it when birth starts to feel completely 'out of control'.To listen to the full episode head to 'Prepping for a Positive Birth with Helen Bartrom' from Positive Births NZ. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Jan 2025 | REISSUE: Healing trauma with Matt Brown | 00:58:16 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah reissue a deeply moving conversation from the very beginning of the podcast with Matt Brown, while they take a little break over the holidays. Taimalelagi Mataio Faafetai (Matt) Brown is a New Zealand born Samoan author of the bestselling book, She is Not Your Rehab. He is a survivor of family violence and childhood sexual abuse and originally started his domestic violence advocacy work by sharing his story with the men who frequented his busy barbershops as a way to foster vulnerability, healing, and connection. Matt has been a barber, hair artist, and is the former owner of the successful barbershop and men’s space, ‘My Fathers Barber’, in Christchurch. He has now turned his full focus towards his work to eradicate domestic violence in Aotearoa alongside his wife, Sarah Brown. Together they are co-founders of a global anti-violence movement to break the cycle of abuse and intergenerational trauma. Matty and Hannah talk about Matt’s work to help men face their pasts, embrace vulnerability and find healing to transform their lives. Follow Matt and Sarah’s work on Instagram at @sheisnotyourrehab and visit https://www.sheisnotyourrehab.com/. The app Matt talks about in the episode, innerBoy, is now available free to download across New Zealand and Australia. Follow Sarah Brown on Instagram @sarahclarebrown and the sister account @iamnotyourrehab for the next step of this global anti-violence movement. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | You can ring my bell! | 00:44:58 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah share a little Halloween nostalgia, or rather, a history of underwhelm and awkwardness as they wonder how to bypass the event they’re underprepared for. A listener delights them with a video message as she teaches her daughter quick comebacks after the recent episode with Kasey Edwards on ‘Raising kids who like themselves’. Hannah’s offered a statement dog from a listener as she sets another honeytrap for eligible animal lovers, and, they discuss the merits of dogs with small surface area. She opens up about re-entering the dating world and the complexities of setting boundaries and managing expectations. They reflect on societal pressure to “catch up” to others' expectations. Finally, the roleplay mishap story that leaves both girls crying with laughter. (No spoilers here!) If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us build this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 06 Oct 2023 | Spring flinging, ‘hysterical’ women, and that hardware store swagger | 00:46:07 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah’s doing a deep spring clean and nothing is safe from dust bunnies to dating apps. We talk sledgehammer therapy, gym grunting and why emotional outbursts in women make them ‘hysterical’ while men have simply been, ‘pushed too far’. We wonder if we’re making our eldest kids tolerate too much, and if Matty has any right to adopt that ‘hardware store swagger’ if she abandons her botched drawers on the roadside. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 23 Feb 2024 | Love behind the scenes with Art & Matilda Green | 01:14:40 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we go behind the scenes of love with Art and Matty as they open up about their story from beginning with The Bachelor to nine years later having three babies and Buster (licking his bum on the chair at the time of recording). We talk about how they've evolved through being in relationship, and what it's like being seen as the 'poster children' for #couplegoals, we solve the conundrum of Valentine's Day, discuss the pressure that children have put on their relationship and how they stay solid through this shaky season, and find out how they deal with conflict and resolution. If you've ever wondered what's real behind the reels, now's your chance to hear Art and Matilda open up in a very honest chat about the realities of marriage. Make sure you're following @matootles and @art_green on Instagram!If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, the best way you can support us is by subscribing to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a handful of stars (maybe 5 ...). Thank you for listening! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children's books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Jul 2023 | How Hamish Blake ‘dads’ | 01:17:39 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to Hamish Blake, one half of the comedy podcasting duo, Hamish & Andy, host of the parenting podcast, ‘How Other Dads Dad’, host of LEGO Masters Australia, the voice of ‘Jack’s dad’ on Bluey, Cake Night masochist, husband to Zoë, and, dad to Sonny and Rudy. Hamish’s approach to ‘dadding’ is full of presence, effort and playfulness. In this hilarious episode we learn how he developed his philosophy. (Sadly, some valuable insights from his 15-year-old self have been lost on a floppy disk, but he seems to have managed without ...) We talk about managing celebrity, lessons kept or discarded from his childhood, rituals and traditions, the moment he really understood what it is to be a dad, and the cake that nearly broke him. We loved this chat and we know you will, too! Check out Hamish’s podcasts, ‘How Other Dads Dad’ and ‘Hamish & Andy’ on all listening platforms. Follow him on Instagram at @hamishblakeshotz and never miss another Cake Night. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | Healing trauma with Matt Brown | 00:58:16 | |
This week we talk to Matt Brown, author of the bestselling book, She is Not Your Rehab, barber, hair artist, and alongside his wife, Sarah, the co-founder of a global anti-violence movement to break the cycle of abuse and intergenerational trauma. We talk about his work to help men face their pasts, embrace vulnerability and find healing to transform their lives. Follow Matt and Sarah’s work on Instagram at @sheisnotyourrehab and visit https://www.sheisnotyourrehab.com/. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 24 Nov 2023 | Snippet: Matilda’s Hen’s Do horror show | 00:08:44 | |
Matilda reveals her own stripper story from her Hen’s Do, which she remembers for all the wrong reasons. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Nov 2024 | Why hangovers are harder in perimenopause | 00:01:22 | |
In this snippet from the episode of Untidy, 'The perimenopause handbook with Emily Rose Yates', Matty and Hannah talk to Emily about how they used to be able to have "8,000 drinks and be fine the next day." Now, half a sip leaves them hungover for six weeks. We find out what's really happening to our liver in perimenopause. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Jun 2024 | Feral fever, lasagne crimes, and the funny 1% | 00:57:14 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty peels off her snot-encrusted bathrobe after a week of fever and slips into her hooded ‘pump cover’ instead. She and Hannah embrace the age and stage of life where conversations start with a health round-up and Hannah embarks on a body-wide WOF (if she can remember what she’s doing). The girls answer hard-hitting listener questions and expose the culprit in lasagne crimes, as well as revealing Hannah’s dating pool is in fact, The Bog of Eternal Stench where she shares her struggles to find her sunny pontoon. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production – You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 25 Oct 2024 | Raising kids who like themselves with Kasey Edwards | 01:17:05 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matilda speak to Kasey Edwards, author of Raising Girls Who Like Themselves and Bringing up Boys who Like Themselves. Alongside fellow researcher, co-author and husband, Christopher Scanlon, Kasey has researched and written about how to raise children who can grow up to feel confident and secure in who they are. She shares her personal journey and offers practical advice on parenting through small, intentional “tweaks” that can foster resilience and self-acceptance in children. They discuss key differences between raising girls and boys and how society treats them, beauty standards, body image, and societal pressures facing girls, the role of praise, empowering kids through everyday challenges, shaping boys’ views on masculinity and relationships, diffusing conflict without violence, encouraging healthy emotional expression, and, Kasey shares advice on simple, actionable parenting tweaks that can make a big impact on children's confidence. This conversation is essential listening for bringing up confident, secure, resilient kids in this modern world. Follow Kasey Edwards on Instagram @kaseyedwardswriter or find her books, Raising Girls Who Like Themselves and Bringing up Boys who Like Themselves, online here. Find free downloadable resources, online classes, the audiobooks, and more information here. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | Snippet: Genevieve Muir reveals the life lesson in ‘losing it’ | 00:03:30 | |
Connected parenting expert Genevieve Muir shares her strategies on navigating through the times when we ‘lose it’ as a parent. In this a-ha moment we hear that compassion and kindness to self is key, as well as tips on how to say sorry, stay grounded, and move forward. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Oct 2023 | Prepping for a Positive Birth with Helen Bartrom | 00:53:58 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to Helen Bartrom from Positive Births. Helen is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, mum of three, and host of The Positive Birth NZ podcast. She is also the author of ‘Positive Birth in New Zealand: using Relaxation, Hypnobirthing and Mindfulness’. Helen helps women and birthing people feel empowered for their upcoming birth, using hypnobirthing techniques. Matty recently had a session with Helen, so the girls dive into what hypnobirthing actually is, and the common misconceptions around it — i.e., whether it is just a ‘woo-woo’ fad. They discuss the importance of focusing on what you can control in the labour process, and how to let go of the need to control the things you can’t. We delve into the importance of the breath, and how it is used to work with your body to assist the birth process, as well as practical ways your partner can act as a support beam during labour. The girls also discuss the primal sounds that can occur in birth, why we should embrace the time in a woman’s life where it is socially acceptable to moo like a cow, and why positive birth stories need to be shared far and wide to flip the narrative that childbirth needs to be feared. Follow Helen on Instagram at @positive_births_nz, and check out her website https://www.positivebirths.co.nz/. Helen does in person sessions as well as online. Helen also does a free Webinar every few months. Find out more via her website. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Dec 2024 | REISSUE: Redefining intimacy with Morgan Penn | 00:42:17 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah reissue their epic conversation from the podcast’s launch with Aotearoa’s favourite Somatic Sexologist, Morgan Penn while they take a little break over the holidays. The girls ask if putting 'tab A' into 'slot B' is the only way to have sex. (Spoiler — it's not). Morgan talks about how to redefine intimacy in your relationships with your partners and ourselves. They discuss reclaiming your post-partum body, navigating post-partum sex, and how to have those conversations that feel all kinds of awkward. Enjoy one of Untidy’s most downloaded episodes! Follow Morgan on Instagram @morganthesexologist find her online https://www.morganpenn.co.nz/. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Aug 2023 | Big ‘icks’, love languages & colonic decluttering | 00:43:49 | |
In this episode of Untidy the girls get the virus they always wanted, discuss their big ‘icks’ and, wonder if Matilda’s intestinal anaconda was a mythical creature. Hannah decides she also needs a colonic decluttering. After spending some time in ‘bowel corner’, Matilda reveals her not-so-humble dressing gown confession. They wrap things up with more wholesome chat about the relationship revelation that is the ‘love languages’. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | Loss, love and surrogacy with Toni Street | 00:56:48 | |
This week we talk to Toni Street. Toni is a mum of three, and a certified ray of sunshine! She’s one of New Zealand's most popular television and radio personalities — a journalist, broadcaster, former co-host of top-rating TVNZ current affairs show Seven Sharp, and current breakfast radio host on Coast. Given her sunny disposition and bubbly personality, it would be easy to assume that Toni hasn’t had to deal with a lot of adversity, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. We talk to Toni about what it was like to go through the grief of losing three siblings, and her battle with a little known autoimmune disease that reared its head after the birth of her second child. We also delve into the world of surrogacy, as Toni explains what it was like to have her best friend carry her baby. Check out Toni’s book, ‘Lost and Found’ here and follow her on Instagram @tonimstreet. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 02 Jun 2023 | The BIG reveal, 'Girdle Gate', and #mumsgonemild | 00:30:40 | |
This is an Untidy bed special as Matilda and Hannah have both taken to their beds for very different reasons ... suffice it to say, it’s coming out every orifice. This could be their untidiest episode yet ... There’s a BIG reveal for the Untidy whanau, Matty has a girdle dilemma, and the girls look forward to an extremely gentle Sydney interview junket which has earned the hashtag, #mumsgonemild. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 18 Apr 2024 | Grubby guests, petty revenge, and THAT dirty dentist | 00:55:42 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty air their dirty laundry, and try to determine how grubby their houseguests are with the possible implications on bed sheet rotation. Listeners share their glorious petty revenge stories and inspire the girls with the wisdom of the ‘developing smell’ tactic. They reminisce about the prank calls from landlines and ‘Mean Matty’ confesses remorseful acts from her misspent youth. Finally, Matty tells a story about THAT dirty dentist and the girls realise that they must investigate his whereabouts and commit a fresh revenge! If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Aug 2024 | Sex and relationships Q&A (Part one) with Jo Robertson | 00:56:16 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty speak to Jo Robertson, an experienced therapist, specialising in sex and relationships, addiction, betrayal, and trauma. She was also one of the relationship experts on Married at First Sight NZ. Jo joins Untidy for a special two-part edition where she answers anonymous audience questions on their own sex and relationship issues and dilemmas. (Trigger warning: These two episodes cover topics such as sex, porn, betrayal, mention of grooming and historical sexual assault. While there is no graphic detail, please listen with care for yourself and those around you.) In part one Jo covers questions on educating kids about sex, managing boundaries, mismatched desires, rejection, low libido, reigniting the spark, and how to prioritise your relationship with a young family. Stand by for part two ... If you want to hear more from Jo, listen to her first episode on Untidy called, ‘Navigating New Sexual Landscapes with Jo Robertson’ on your favourite podcast app. You can find Jo and a lot of resources via her website https://www.jorobertson.org/, and on Instagram @sextherapistjo. You can also sign up for her parenting course @trickychatsparenting by visiting the Tricky Chats Parenting website. Books mentioned in the podcast: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Apr 2023 | Buster’s got a kink, shit dudes and the dating graph | 00:40:16 | |
Matilda and Hannah hash out some big, pointy topics including; Buster’s shocking kink, dogs on dates, autumnal feels, and, Hannah’s life-cycle graph of dating app romances. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss and episode and help us build this supportive community. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Sep 2023 | Surviving Domestic Violence with Zoe Marshall | 01:13:52 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to Zoe Marshall, media personality, creator of ‘The Deep’ podcast, and self-described over-sharer. Our conversation with Zoe is about her experience of surviving domestic violence. We talk about what made her a target for getting drawn into that relationship, how she got trapped, and why it’s so hard for the victims of abuse to get out and stay safe. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe to help us build this Untidy community and make sure you never miss an episode. If you, or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please find resources below for places you can reach out to for help.
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| 12 Apr 2024 | Welcome to 'The Good Room' with Chris Parker | 01:21:11 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty step into ‘The Good Room’ with comedy treasure, Chris Parker, to chat about the gradual discovery of his sexuality as it revealed itself over the years. He shares how particular people, interests and environments helped or hindered him and where he found safe spaces that celebrated who he was, what he loved, and brought respite from the ruminations of adolescence. Essentially a hype episode for Chris’s parents, English teachers, and older women in authority named, Pam, this is an episode that’ll make your heart smile. Follow Chris on Instagram @chrisparker11. Book tickets for his show at: https://www.chrisparkercomedy.com/. Buy Chris’s book, ‘Here for a Good Time’. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 06 Sep 2024 | Our relationship with food & body with Rachael Wilson | 00:57:51 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matilda chat to Rachael Wilson, a UK-trained registered dietitian and feeding therapist specialising in family feeding, feeding disorders, disordered eating and body image. Rachael’s professional training and background also includes mindfulness and mindful eating, intuitive eating, and she is a highly-trained feeding therapist with the Ellyn Satter Institute. They discuss how to nurture a positive relationship with food and body for our children, as well as learning about healing from our own challenges. (Trigger warning: This episode covers topics such as disordered eating, body dysmorphia and child feeding conditions.) They dive deep into the complexities of picky eating, exploring the psychology behind it and offering practical advice for parents struggling with mealtime battles. Rachael explains how to create a relaxed mealtime environment, the importance of offering familiar foods, and why we need to give our children autonomy over their eating. The conversation also covers the challenges of fostering a positive relationship with food and body image in a world obsessed with diet culture. Rachael emphasises the importance of mindful eating, understanding that food is more than just fuel, and how parents can model positive eating behaviors and attitudes towards their body for their children even when they’ve grown up with unhelpful conditioning, eating and body image issues themselves. Rachael introduces the concept of feeding disorders like ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) and provides insights into the rise of eating disorders among children and adolescents. She offers advice on how parents can spot the early signs of disordered eating and the importance of seeking help early. This episode is packed with valuable tips and honest discussions that resonate with anyone concerned about their child’s, or their own, relationship with food and body image. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 Jan 2024 | The unlucky 2% with Jo Roca | 00:45:17 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we talk to Jo Roca, a creative director and working mum of two, for a raw and candid conversation about navigating the brutality of Hyperemesis Gravidarum during both her pregnancies. Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) affects 2% of pregnant women and is a severe type of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that can require hospitalisation and treatment with IV fluids and anti-nausea medication. Jo gives us an honest insight into what it’s really like living with Hyperemesis Gravidarum in pregnancy. There is very little scientific understanding and social awareness about this condition and Jo takes us through what this harrowing journey is really like from the inside. As well as talking about the physical, psychological, and emotional impacts of HG, Jo also talks about the impact on her relationships with her husband and first child. She discusses openly what helped, what didn't, how to get through it, and how to support someone you know who is suffering from HG. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe to help us build this Untidy community and make sure you never miss an episode of Untidy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 18 Apr 2025 | Puberty, power and progress with Dr Stacy Sims | 01:06:35 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matilda and Hannah are joined by internationally renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr Stacy Sims — a trailblazer on a mission to revolutionise how women train, eat, and perform. Known for her viral TED Talk “Women Are Not Small Men”, bestselling book Roar, and over 100 peer-reviewed papers, Stacy has dedicated her career to closing the gender gap in sports science. In this conversation, she dives into the often-overlooked physiological and emotional challenges girls face during puberty — challenges that are too often misunderstood or ignored, causing many to lose confidence and drop out of sport. With her new course NEXT GEN, Stacy is focused on educating coaches and parents to better support developing girls. She explores how puberty impacts performance, confidence, and injury risk, and why it’s crucial to rethink how we train and talk to our daughters. From the damaging effects of language like “girl pushups” and “sissy squats,” to the ripple effects of diet culture and uniform design, Stacy highlights the changes we need to make — and how to do it. This episode is a rallying cry to shift the culture around girls’ health, sport, and self-image — and to give them the tools, language, and support they deserve. Links and resources discussed in the show:
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| 13 Sep 2024 | Unlock the crew sock — Millennial Edition | 00:57:50 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty delights Hannah with an unprompted plug for My Big Moments books and Hannah explains why personalisation is so powerful for kids’ learning. They hear back from a listener with a very exciting update and unpack how to feel for where the flow is to follow your instincts. They explore scenarios where people have crossed their boundaries and they chose politeness from social conditioning, rather than following their instincts. They explore why people prioritise others’ comfort over their own safety and how they’d like to act differently. Hannah shares another bad pizza date and wonders if pizza is the problem, while Matty has a restaurant rant. They finally have a much-needed discourse for millennials about how to wear the crew sock over leggings look coined by Gen Z and what the rules are. But, who will have the last laugh? If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | Pros and Cons of Contraception with Dr Lara Briden | 00:51:07 | |
In this episode we’re speaking to Dr Lara Briden to get the health class we never got at school. Author of ‘Period Repair Manual’ and ‘Hormone Repair Manual’, Dr Briden is a Naturopathic Doctor and Women’s hormone specialist. Dr Briden is also a women’s health activist, and passionate about helping women feel empowered when it comes to their bodies. In this interview, we dive deep into a discussion about the contraceptive pill. Whilst being revolutionary for women when it first came out, Dr Briden shares up-to-date knowledge on the potential implications. We also discuss the pros and cons of various contraceptive options, perimenopause, and how menopause is not the big bad wolf that it is often made out to be. You can learn more about Dr Lara Briden, read her blog and purchase her books at www.larabriden.com. Find her on Instagram @larabriden. Links mentioned in the interview: https://www.larabriden.com/pros-cons-copper-iud-natural-health-perspective/ (The Pros and Cons of the Copper IUD) https://www.larabriden.com/pros-cons-mirena-iud-natural-health/ (The Pros and Cons of Hormonal IUDs) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intended/id1510381654 Podcast on the development of Male Contraceptives Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Nov 2024 | Creating critical thinkers with Kate Whitaker | 00:39:01 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah are joined by Kate Whitaker, Senior Advisor at Te Mana Whakaatu Classification Office for New Zealand and an expert in education and outreach. She has over a decade of classroom teaching and facilitation experience under her belt and is driven to enhance the lives of New Zealanders through practical resources for whānau and teachers, helping them to have open kōrero about challenging topics like harmful media and pornography. Kate’s work focuses on empowering youth, caregivers, and educators to build critical media literacy skills and break down the stigma surrounding these conversations. She shares actionable strategies to help parents feel equipped to guide their children through today’s media landscape, encouraging resilience and critical thinking rather than fear of what can feel like a daunting prospect in this modern era of parenting. This episode delves into the importance of moving away from ‘moral panic’ and toward proactive, meaningful discussions and teaching self-management skills to tamariki and rangatahi youth. Kate highlights the tools available to New Zealanders for addressing these issues with confidence, offering insights into the role we all play in creating a safer, more understanding environment for young people. Find the resources mentioned in this episode: We need you! The Untidy podcast team would dearly love to take out The Listeners’ Choice Award at the NZ Podcast Awards for 2024. Please vote here and get behind your favourite show in a groundswell of this Untidy community! Thank you! If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 24 Feb 2023 | Bad tinder bios and listener letters | 00:32:01 | |
In this we review dating profile low-lights from Hannah’s growing collection of bad tinder bios, and respond to some incredible listener letters. We talk about bottle-feeding judgement, facing career crises, and rediscovering your true self after kids. Plus! There’s another giveaway! To win a copy of That’s Not the Plan send us your most outrageous dating stories. There are three copies to give away. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her children’s books at @mybigmoments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Oct 2023 | Dating big decks, breech babes, and white vinegar victories | 00:32:39 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we celebrate the solution to all problems — white vinegar. Matty wonders if it could turn her breach baby before she tries home birth. Hannah’s giving up dating for DIY unless she can get smuggled into Scott Base with the fruit and veg. And both discover they’re not just podcast partners but Yum Cha soul mates, as well. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 26 Oct 2023 | Snippet: Matilda’s tips for keeping cool in a meltdown | 00:00:58 | |
Matilda Green shares her top tip for staying calm and regulating her emotions in the midst of a meltdown. And - like so many parents - honestly admits it’s a work in progress. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 01 Dec 2023 | Mixing rugby and motherhood with Les Elder | 00:39:39 | |
In this episode of Untidy we talk to former Black Ferns captain and māmā of two, Les Elder. Les was part of the World Cup winning squad in 2017 and later became captain while trying to start a family at the same time. With both her babies conceived by IVF, the process of conception was complicated whilst meeting the rigorous training schedule as a professional rugby player. Les continued training throughout her first pregnancy and returned to her career soon after giving birth. She experienced dangerous complications during her second pregnancy that resulted in emergency surgery. Les talks to us about how she handled rising into leadership as women’s rugby in Aotearoa New Zealand became professional. She explains how she juggled starting a family, maintaining a healthy relationship, recovering from pregnancy complications and birth with the pressures of performing at the highest level of rugby and continuing her career in sport. As a working mother that saw Les spend a lot of time away from her young children, she talks about how this felt and how she and her husband, Johnny, reconcile themselves with the choices they have made as a whanau. Follow Les on Instagram @leselder. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe to help us build this Untidy community and make sure you never miss an episode of Untidy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 Jul 2024 | No more sloppy lasagne | 00:49:45 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah get to sit down in person with Untidy’s behind-the-scenes cat wrangler extraordinaire, Flicka Williams. The girls catch up on how to transition your kids when moving countries without sustaining lasting facial injuries, then loop back to a topic that really lit up the listeners: solving the perfectly layered lasagne. With advice from listeners and a live call to a country mum for the last word on country cooking, they all feel inspired to embark on a ‘lasagne mini-break’ and give it a crack. Hannah reminisces about producing a turducken (a bird in a bird in a bird in a bird) one Christmas, reveals unmissable pumpkin hacks, then lowers the tone with her next ‘doin’ it for the pod’ modern dating mission. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 01 Mar 2024 | Claiming your spark with Han Romano | 00:51:02 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we talk to the fire cracker that is health and fitness coach, Han Romano. We discuss all things exercise, wellness, mindset and attitude. Han believes you should never underestimate the power of a workout. We talk about prioritisation and her top 3 things strategy, authenticity, motivation vs. discipline, pregnancy and post-partum exercise, changing your goals and objectives through the phases of your life, and answer listener questions. Han’s an awesome example of practicing what she preaches and the results of living life through that positive lens speak for themselves. She’s claimed her spark and wants to help people claim theirs, too. Follow Han on Instagram @hanromano and find her online coaching via her website https://www.hanromano.co.nz/. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, the best way you can support us is by subscribing to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a handful of stars (maybe 5 ...). Thank you for listening! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 May 2023 | The secrets of resilience with Dr Lucy Hone | 00:54:27 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we talk to resilience researcher and leading international authority on wellbeing and resilience, Dr Lucy Hone. Beyond academia, Lucy has experienced devastating personal tragedies giving her a deep understanding of what truly helps when it comes to moving forward through grief and loss. That journey has led her to teach practical resilience strategies to others, helping people continue living while facing their most challenging times. This conversation covers understanding what resilience actually looks and feels like in different moments, how to be a resilient parent, everyday strategies for bolstering resilience and dealing with every kind of loss, big and small. It’s a deeply inspiring chat! You can learn more about Dr Lucy Hone and her work at https://nziwr.co.nz/. Follow her on Instagram at @drlucyhone. Find the 'Coping with Loss' course here, and the 'A Better Way to Grieve' course here. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to also be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review it so we can keep bringing you Untidy conversations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Feb 2023 | Ring-sting, rogue guests and a giveaway! | 00:17:41 | |
Apparently, our episodes can’t be two hours long just because we like a yarn ... So, we’re dropping in a bonus to reminisce about ring-sting, peek behind the podcasting curtain, and riffle through Matilda’s drawers for prizes to send our reviewer of the week! To win a copy of The Feel Good Guide write a review on your favourite listening platform. There are three copies to give away to our reviewers of the week. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by rova. It is proudly brought to you by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Rescuing the 'rushing woman' with Dr Libby | 01:07:04 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah chat to the extraordinary Dr. Libby Weaver (PhD), a nutritional biochemist, bestselling author, and founder of BioBlends Supplements. Dr. Libby has spent decades helping women understand the connections between nutrition, stress, and hormones, offering both a compassionate and scientific approach to wellbeing. With over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, Dr Libby is one of the most trusted voices in women’s health today. Dr. Libby shares her three-pillared approach of taking care of nutrition, emotions and biochemistry, to help women reclaim their health with simple, sustainable strategies. She discusses the modern-day crisis that is the ‘rushing woman’, and unpacks the effects of chronic stress, hormone imbalances, and the cultural glorification of being "busy". This episode covers the role of stress hormones in disrupting energy, digestion, and fertility, how to prioritise health without guilt, the connection between stress and reproductive health, perimenopause, HRT, and weight gain, food confusion in the digital age and how to make nutrition simple again, sleep, circadian rhythm, and longevity, and, the truth about supplements! Dr Libby also answered some of the listeners' many relatable questions. This one is a nourishing listen! Resources mentioned in the show: If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to support us is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Dec 2023 | The ‘Sealed Section’ | 00:54:51 | |
In this episode of Untidy Hannah goes rogue with Matty away on maternity leave. She’s riffled through the treasure trove of unreleased recordings and liberated some golden nuggies. These were the outtakes that should have been intakes ... Brace yourself for Matty’s nose woes, her most awkward gig ever, TMI period chat, Hannah’s horrifying dinnertime confessions, and even more horrifying dating stories, plus a whole lot of the girls' passing ponderings that made Hannah snort-laugh en route. Thanks for joining us as we kicked off Untidy podcast in 2023, and bring on 2024 when things will be guaranteed to get even Untidier than ever before!! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode, and help us build this supportive community. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited, and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 15 Dec 2023 | Birthday stitch-ups, a stray package, and the Code Brown | 00:23:35 | |
In this episode of Untidy Hannah and Matty discuss December birthdays, Hannah reflects on the results of doing no dating in NO-vember, reveals that she’s the dirty neighbour, and delivers on the latest Code Brown incident. Matty shares her Christmas tree shame and its aspirations for being sent to the rainbow forest in the new year. The unbridled fawning over baby Penelope continues ... Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, subscribe to the show in your podcast app so you never miss and episode and help us build this supportive community. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is edited by Human Beans Press and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Navigating new sexual landscapes with Jo Robertson | 01:02:46 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matty speak to Jo Robertson – otherwise known as @sextherapistjo on Instagram. Jo is an experienced therapist, specialising in sex and relationships, addiction, betrayal, and trauma. Jo is dedicated to helping our kids grow up with healthy messaging about sex and relationships. She is also the co-founder of 'Makes Sense', an organisation that aims to raise awareness about gaps in our sexual violence prevention approach and digital media regulation in Aotearoa, New Zealand, as well as lobbying for tighter restrictions from the government. We talk about the juggernaut that is the new porn landscape, and how pornography (often aggressive and violent) is openly accessible to children. We discuss how we are supposed to talk to our kids about what they might see online, as well as protect them from things they can never ‘unsee’. Jo shares practical tips on how to lay the foundations for tricky conversations with your children from an early age so they don’t seem so daunting when they’re older, as well as tips for parents on how to navigate playdates and sleepovers. You can find Jo via her website https://www.jorobertson.org/, and on Instagram @sextherapistjo. You can also sign up for her parenting course @trickychatsparenting by visiting the Tricky Chats Parenting website. OMG yes Books: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, the best way you can support us is by subscribing to the show in your podcast app by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a handful of stars (maybe 5 ...). Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Nov 2023 | Toe cigars, stage noodles, and rickshaw racing | 00:39:49 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty’s thrown the book at turning this breech baby on its head ... has she done it?? She talks about her home birth plan, and how she’s handling niggling fears and worries and the due date approaches. Hannah reveals her rural midwifery skills, and shares a dating app voice note which leaves Matty speechless. Now, dear listeners, lastly, we really need your help! We would be totally honoured if you could take 30 seconds to nominate Untidy podcast for the Listeners' Choice Award in the NZ Podcast Awards this month (November ‘23). We are SO proud of the community that has grown with this podcast and we'd love it if we could have your vote to help us keep moving forward. All you need to do is click this link: https://www.nzpodcastawards.com/nominate Add the podcast name: Untidy, your email address, and the link from where you listen to the show. Then, BAM - we're in! Thank you SO much from all of us!! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, don’t forget to subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us keep building this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 30 Jun 2023 | Real-talk rants and public pyjama parenting | 00:39:11 | |
In this episode of Untidy the girls get it all off their chests with some real-talk rants about travelling with toddlers, airport overwhelm, and mansplainers. Matilda’s been running through hotels like a deranged pyjama woman, and Hannah's had a first and only date that’s doused her feminist fire with diesel. It’s a week for a good old purge of frustrations to lighten the load. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | This steaming hot mess with Matilda Green and Hannah Davison | 00:24:40 | |
In this first episode of Untidy, hosts, Matilda Green and Hannah Davison answer the question, "What the hell are we doing here?" It's a love story that embraces leaky boobs, crying in the laundry and the admission that neither has it all together. They compare notes on the messiest birth stories and confess parental insecurities as they try to figure out directions to this 'village' that's supposed to help them raise their kids. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent, and it's time to bring some gritty conversations out from behind closed doors. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Mar 2024 | Matilda’s greatest poo story in pod history | 00:07:28 | |
What do you get when you combine a dodgy meal, a new relationship, and a coffee in the park? Possibly one of the best poo stories of all time. Matty shares her most (to-date, anyway) embarrassing story, all for the pod. Enjoy! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Mar 2025 | Babies, bowel cancer, and badassery with Elise Johns | 01:06:58 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah chat to Elise Johns, a rural mum of three, gym owner, personal trainer, and adventure racer who, at 37 years old and 24 weeks pregnant, was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer. *Trigger warning: While Elise’s story has a happy and triumphant ending, baby loss is discussed, so please listen when the time is right and seek support if needed. Elise’s story is one of heartbreak, resilience, advocacy and grit. She shares her experience of navigating the grief of losing a baby at 19 weeks. Then, with her next pregnancy, Elise had to push for a bowel cancer diagnosis when doctors dismissed her symptoms. Elise battled through chemotherapy while pregnant until giving birth, underwent surgery, and had further chemotherapy. Then, she decided to enter the Coast to Coast to inspire her recovery and comeback. Elise talks about the importance of advocating for your health, the lessons she’s learnt about stress and resilience, gratitude, and why she’s more determined than ever to make the most of life. This episode is raw, inspiring, and full of important takeaways about grief, health, advocacy, and the power of the human spirit. Link mentioned in the show: If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 30 Aug 2024 | “Why do I smell like an uncooked sausage?” | 00:49:56 | |
In this episode of Untidy, after Hannah’s haunted by a lingering leek, Matty and Hannah kick off pondering some awkward culinary curiosities and an exploration of Matty’s food quirks. With recent kitchen renovations, Matty’s shocked to discover she’s not the dynamic person she thought once thought. After being confronted by her new-found stagnancy, Matty is also adjusting to the reality that her son, Milo, is growing up as he gets ready to start school. The girls talk about handling school transitions and give a hearty plug to Hannah’s ‘My Big Moment’s’ book, ‘Ready for School’ which is helping Matty and Milo prepare for this next milestone. After that wholesome segment on actual parenting issues, they find another shaky segue onto memories of minor misdemeanours and first crimes from their childhood which they largely, but, not completely, regret. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 08 Sep 2023 | Alcohol, baby loss & finding love with Hayley Holt | 00:52:53 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we share our live chat with Hayley Holt. One of New Zealand's most well-known journalists and television hosts. Hayley’s recent book ‘Second Chances: Facing my demons and finding a better me’ shares the raw and honest story of her journey through alcoholism, finding sobriety, baby loss, and her unconventional love story. Hayley sat down with us at our first-ever live Untidy podcast event in Warkworth, and talked about her early days of high-performance competition, discovering alcohol, why she got sober, and her difficult path to motherhood. Her surprising love story has a heartbreaking twist as she and her partner lost their baby far along in the pregnancy. She speaks about how tools she learned from Alcoholics Anonymous and therapy helped her through deep grief, and how it brought the family closer together. Now a mother to young, Raven, Hayley’s next goal is about making peace with where she’s at (if the Warkworth community doesn’t turn her into a local dance teacher first). Find Hayley’s book ‘Second Chances’ here and follow her on Instagram @theholtbolt. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast to join the mailing list for subscriber-only perks and early-bird tickets to the next event. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share it with friends and drop us a rating and review so we can keep bringing you Untidy conversations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | Fearlessness and feminism with Clementine Ford | 00:39:07 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we talk to Clementine Ford about why outspoken women seem threatening, finding her voice to speak up for feminism, and an exploration of love in all its forms which she’s written about in her book, ‘How We Love’. Clementine ford is a feminist community builder, writer, public speaker, and host of the podcast, ‘Dear Clementine’. She’s the author of three books, with her fourth due out in October 2023. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Thanks for listening! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Sep 2023 | Bonus: Matilda spills the tea ... Celebrity Treasure Island uncut | 00:37:31 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty takes us behind-the-scenes of Celebrity Treasure Island to what we didn’t see in the final cut. She shares her reactions to discovering what also went on as she watches the show for the first time and the gameplay is revealed. We talk Tāme Iti’s shock departure and how he impacted his team, puzzle performance, Jordan’s cultish maneuvering and his cheeseburger chow-down, and, how Matty feels about being left out of an alliance and ultimately leaving the show. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode of Untidy, please subscribe to the show in your podcast app to help us build this community and make sure you never miss an episode. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 11 Apr 2025 | Who the f*ck is Alice? | 01:01:12 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah is joined by fellow neuro-spicy, and guest co-host, Alice Soper. Alice is a multi-award-winning sports broadcaster, co-host of the ‘Full Credit’ podcast, women’s rugby obsessive, and unfiltered advocate responding to a broad spectrum of the world’s f*ckery. With Matilda away wrangling the most feral life admin, Alice takes the mic for an unmoderated kōrero about identity, queerness, relationships, and throwing out outdated life scripts. Together, Hannah and Alice unpack the tyranny of gender expectations, the temptation of dating a ‘broject’, and how to recover from being a ‘Band-Aid Bitch’. They explore the parallels between coming out and getting divorced, and each share their personal experiences of neurodivergence, ADHD, overstimulation, and the freedom that comes with being able to remove the mask. And, if you’ve ever felt on the sidelines of sport, Alice makes the most compelling case for why this is the year to get behind women’s rugby. The Black Ferns are gearing up to defend their World Cup title, and if Alice can’t get you excited, no one can. As mentioned in the show:
If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 08 Nov 2024 | The perimenopause handbook with Emily Rose Yates | 01:25:44 | |
In this episode of Untidy, hosts, Matilda Green and Hannah Davison respond to the call of swathes of hot, brain-fogged, enraged, peri-menopausal women who are feeling frustrated, ignored, dismissed and sometimes a bit depressed about the difficulty they’re having getting clear information and proper support with their symptoms of peri-menopause. They unpack the complexities of perimenopause and holistic health with naturopath Emily Rose Yates. Emily Rose Yates is a highly respected naturopath with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Naturopathy, alongside advanced diplomas in herbal medicine, nutrition, and homeopathy. Practising since 2007, Emily has dedicated her career to women’s health, specialising in women’s hormones and perimenopause. She is passionate about empowering women with tools to navigate health challenges holistically and aims to bridge the gap between natural health practices and traditional medical care with her evidence-based approach. Emily is also a mother of three and an advocate for supporting mothers and families to thrive. Emily shares her insights into how perimenopause affects both physical and mental well-being. She discusses the many symptoms and complaints women can experience, and explains how hormone fluctuations contribute to these challenges. Emphasising a holistic approach, Emily advises on the importance of balanced nutrition, specific supplements, and supportive lifestyle changes that can aid in navigating this life stage. Follow Emily on Instagram @emilyroseyatesnaturopath and find her website here at https://www.emilyroseyates.com/. Resources mentioned in this episode: If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order.
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| 07 Dec 2023 | Snippet - Hannah axes dating for NO-vember | 00:06:53 | |
Hannah’s given up dating for DIY and decided to make it a NO-vember challenge. She’s taken an axe to her dating apps and is setting new boundaries through the power of saying, ‘NO’. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | The bush is back ...? | 00:48:26 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah takes Matty to the edge of her seat with a confession about a brief dalliance with a questionable side-hustle. There is more fowl behaviour in the neighbourhood which prompts activity on the community Facebook page for Hannah who’s triangulating the offending cock. Matty decides to release her shame around chasing the social elevation of becoming a recidivist rising star in her own online community; and, within the Untidy whānau, there’s a pressing issue raised about pubic hair presentation. The girls discuss if the bush is back! Hannah squirms her way through a promised dating update and Matty shares her quandary over how to tackle workplace fashion, if you should hug your colleagues, and if a millennial can navigate a Gen Z-dominated industry. Tune in for an episode of relentless over-sharing and DM the girls to share your stories! If you’re enjoying Untidy, show your support by subscribing to the show in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. You can also find us and subscribe on YouTube! That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting our independent production! You’re the best! Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 14 Aug 2024 | Maggie Dent's guide: How to trust the teen process | 00:02:35 | |
In this snippet of Untidy, Matty and Hannah talk to the 'queen of common sense' parenting educator, Maggie Dent. Maggie draws from her deep knowledge of neuroscience and her rich experience as a high school teacher and mother of four boys, to share her refreshing, reassuring, and candid perspective on navigating the challenges of parenting through adolescence. The conversation touches on how to really work alongside your teen through those tumultuous adolescent years. Maggie provides invaluable advice on managing conflict and disappointment without damaging the parent-child relationship. Catch the full episode featuring Maggie Dent on Untidy podast called, Surfing the waves of adolescence with Maggie Dent'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | Snippet: How the midwife knew the baby was close ... | 00:00:46 | |
Find out how the midwife knew the moment Matty's baby was close ... Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | Preventing social media harm with Michael (Wippa) Wipfli | 00:43:36 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Hannah and Matilda are joined by Michael (Wippa) Wipfli, the much-loved Australian radio presenter and co-host of the Fitzy, Wippa & Kate Ritchie breakfast show on Nova 96.9 Sydney. Wippa is the co-founder of 36 Months, a petition to raise the threshold for kids to legally join social media from 13 to 16 years of age in Australia. Statistics show we are raising ‘the anxious generation’ with young people facing a ‘mental health epidemic’ attributed to the rise in social media usage. Wippa is determined to petition the Australian government to change policy and protect children from social media harm. He maintains that kids need that 36 months between 13 and 16 for crucial brain development to develop a greater sense of self and secure identity before being exposed to the ‘likes’, rankings, and addictive features social media use presents. Wippa discussed conversations with Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, and the leader of the opposition, Peter Dutton, who are verbally supportive of policy change. Matilda and Hannah asked what they could do to support the movement in New Zealand, and the great race to parliament began with a direct message to Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, to make policy changes to give the young people of Aotearoa better mental health outcomes. Find Wippa’s 36 Months petition here and follow on Instagram @36months.com.au and @wippa1. If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, please support the show by subscribing in your podcast app and tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community – subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review. Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help us shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Feb 2023 | UNTIDY TRAILER | 00:01:37 | |
Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. This show is all about honouring the person within the parent. Hosts, Matilda Green and Hannah Davison, dive into the undergrowth of sex and relationships, mental health, healing, body issues, identity questions, and more with an inspiring range of guests. Connect, laugh, learn, and keep moving forward. If you enjoy Untidy, the best way you can support us is by subscribing to the show in your podcast app by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button. That way, you’ll never miss an episode. Help us to keep building this supportive community — subscribe, share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a handful of stars (maybe 5 ...). Thank you for listening and supporting our independent production! Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Mar 2023 | Speed bumps, butt cheeks and the quality ‘no’ | 00:44:34 | |
In this episode, we get a little ranty about bad kisses, fast cars, and the need to deploy the quality ‘no’ much more often. We’re joined by another champion Untidy listener for her bad dating stories, and discover Matilda is not a hugger but is ready to ‘embrace the awkward’. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by rova. It is proudly brought to you by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Mar 2025 | Cosy crimes | 00:53:46 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty and Hannah (Bean) let the wheels come off completely as they settle in for an in-person sofa session, a glass of kombucha, and a potent case of end-of-day delirium. They discuss how Warkworth is ripe for a cosy crime and how Matty’s the next Miss Marple, Hannah’s ADHD diagnosis and how she feels about it, how Art’s motivational morning text gave them both the boost they needed, and, a few hot takes of what they’re watching and listening to. Get ready for a giggle — if they can be this b*tched on kombucha, don’t give them a spicy marg ...! As mentioned in the show:
If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 14 Mar 2025 | "Have you tried shutting the f*** up?" | 00:42:27 | |
In this episode of Untidy, Matty, fresh from her first week as a working woman at The Hits, and Hannah, fresh from her periodic mullet removal, try a new self-development trend — shutting the f*** up (just not for the next 40 minutes at least). Both the girls get a sobering callout for their parenting techniques from their sons, Hannah talks through her confronting ADHD diagnosis process, and Matty gets left ‘on seen’ after an awkward voice note by the ex from ‘that poo story’. Hannah’s ex reminds her of a memorable night sneaking into a place they probably shouldn’t have, and she reveals a hot spot in Christchurch for great date juju. Links mentioned in the show: If you’re enjoying Untidy, the best way to show your support is by tapping the ‘+ follow’ button in your podcast app and subscribing on YouTube! That way, fresh episodes will always be ready and waiting for you. Help us to keep building this supportive community — share an episode with a mate, and chuck us a 5-star review — it helps more people find our Untidy, unfiltered, and relatable chats. Thank you for listening, contributing and supporting this independent production! We’re grateful to have you here! — Hannah & Matty xx Don’t forget! Untidy is made for YOU — the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess! Follow the show and DM us on Instagram @untidypodcast or email hello@untidypodcast.com. Your stories and ideas to help shape the show! Find us online at Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Mar 2023 | The Vagina Olympics with Caitlin Day and Sophie Lax | 00:57:35 | |
In this episode of Untidy, we talk to Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, Caitlin Day and Sophie Lax from Unity Studios about what we never knew, but should have learnt about our pelvic floors. We talk about what can be done to recover from childbirth and how long it really takes to get back into activity and intimacy. Plus — The Vagina Olympics! Hannah and Matilda get their pelvic floors assessed and challenge each other to see who can forge the mightiest vagina and be crowned, The High Pussy Priestess! You can learn more about Unity Studios and book a physio at https://unitystudios.co.nz/. Follow them at @unitystudiosnz. Find Caitlin Day on Instagram at @thevaginaphysio and Sophie Lax at @sophielaxphysio. Untidy podcast is about honouring the person within the parent. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and @mybigmoments. Visit My Big Moments for kids’ books that make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. Untidy podcast is co-produced and edited by Popsock Media, and hosted by rova. Untidy is proud to be supported by My Big Moments – kids’ books backed by research and Kiwi ingenuity to make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Oct 2024 | Matty's 'ready for school' emotional roller coaster | 00:04:42 | |
In this snippet from the episode of Untidy, "Why do I smell like an uncooked sausage?", Matty and Hannah talk about Matty having all of the feels as Milo prepares to start school. Hannah shares tips and insights from her own experiences and from the My Big Moments book, Ready for School — a firm favourite as Milo prepares to take on his next milestone. But, will Matty be ready? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Feb 2024 | Irks and quirks | 00:37:55 | |
In the pettiest episode of Untidy to date, Hannah and Matilda air their irks, quirks, and irrational phobias. There’s airborne orange eaters, wild dogs of Warkworth, bogan bog rolls, and bodily snag hazards. Matilda reminisces on her vegetable revolution and Hannah enjoys the comedic value of the local community Facebook page. Nothing is solved in this episode and personal development loiters in a state of hiatus while the girls just chew the fat (but not the fruit ... and certainly not with eye-contact ...). If you enjoy this episode of Untidy, you can support us by subscribing to the show in your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Help us to build this supportive community — subscribe, share, rate and review. (Thank you!) Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast and visit Untidy podcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. Enter code UNTIDY at checkout for 10% off your order. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at My Big Moments and rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 May 2023 | Turning 40, the sex hotel update, and butter chicken baths | 00:36:11 | |
Matilda and Hannah start off wholesome as Hannah reflects on turning 40 before the girls descend back into the gutter. They get an update on one listener's accidental sex hotel holiday, another listener’s voice note confessions, traumatic Brazilians, the ‘fake news’ of underwater nudity, and the guilty pleasure of dinner in the bath. Untidy is made for you – the people right at the heart of this steaming hot mess we call parenthood. Follow the show and get in touch on Instagram @untidypodcast. Find Matilda at @matootles and get your copy of The Feel Good Guide. Find Hannah at @hannahedavison and her My Big Moments children’s books at @mybigmoments. This Untidy episode is co-produced, edited and hosted by the good folks at rova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||