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Beige-By-The-Book Dad!

Season 2026, Ep. 1

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about broken routines after the Christmas holidays - from getting the kids back to school and clubs, swapping chocolate for breakfast out of their diets, and how kids trick you into staying up past bedtime. They also attempt to help listener Julie, whose kids keep arguing over who is her favourite, with some role-play in Acting Up!


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  • 5. That's Life!

    42:38||Season 2026, Ep. 5
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about their sleeping arrangements since having kids. From top and tailing, to the full family in one king-size bed, and a very heated discussion about whether changing sides of the bed is normal… or unhinged? Plus, they dip into their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some ‘parenting advice’ in Acting Up!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp!
  • 4. Fatty Arbuckle's, Alphabet Zoo & Wacky Warehouse!

    46:03||Season 2026, Ep. 4
    This week, listener Zara requested that Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about how EXTRA kids’ birthday parties are these days. From guest list politics, to everyone having to win a prize in pass the parcel, and the cost of parties compared to back in their day. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some ‘parenting advice’ in Acting Up!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp!
  • 3. Rawdogging Meant Something Different When I Was Young!

    44:07||Season 2026, Ep. 3
    This week, Danny updates Brooke and Wingers on his recent holiday – his first trip with three kids! From ‘rawdogging’ the flight to pool time becoming a full-time dad job, and they debate whether kids’ club is a holiday essential or a no-go. Plus, they get their role-play on and dish out some ‘parenting advice’ in Acting Up… a little different from an Emmerdale storyline!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp!
  • 2. Sophie Webster Knocked and Asked to Borrow Some Shorts!

    38:32||Season 2026, Ep. 2
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about winter boredom and how entertaining kids has changed since back in their day. They reminisce about playing out with mates, going on mooches, playing Knock a Door Run and Garden Hopping, which was all free fun. Plus, they also take on another parenting dilemma in Acting Up, which this week features Danny role-playing a seven-year-old...pretending to be a dog!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp!
  • 12. The Month of Lies & Pies!

    44:35||Season 1, Ep. 12
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers throw on their festive jumpers and count down to the big day, covering everything from elf injuries, to mum vs dad Christmas to-do lists and how everything now has to be perfect for Instagram. They also help listener Carl tackle a Father Christmas related dilemma with some festive role-play in Acting Up!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp!
  • 11. Black Tash, Grey Beard and Embassy No. 1!

    43:46||Season 1, Ep. 11
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers discuss the pressure of Christmas and the pile under the tree! From visiting the Arndale Santa to opening presents before waking your parents, as well as the new traditions they’re starting with their families. They also tackle your parenting dilemmas with a bit of role-play in Acting Up!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com or message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast.
  • 10. Pass On My Love!

    41:47||Season 1, Ep. 10
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about kids ganging up on you - from forming secret alliances and putting you on the spot in front of other adults, to lying about secret cameras to keep them in line. Plus, they tackle your parenting dilemmas with a bit of role-play!Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com or message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast.
  • 9. The Bike Fairy Is Essentially the Police!

    41:51||Season 1, Ep. 9
    This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers chat about all the magical stuff that takes the credit for parents’ hard work - from birthday bunnies and the bike fairy, to preparing for the elves’ arrival next week. Plus, Wingman teaches us some French in “Why You Lyin’ For?”Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com or message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast.