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In this episode, we're diving into your funniest, weirdest and most ridiculous icks, and honestly, some of them had us questioning everything! From excessive emoji use, cringey hashtags and baby voices to pigeon-stomping, questionable hygiene, tattoos and the politics of who pays on a date, we're discussing all the little things that can instantly turn attraction into the biggest turn-off. We share our own icks, react to yours and have a good laugh at just how specific and irrational some of them can be. And don't worry, we're not leaving the men out of this one! We want to hear your icks too, so send them our way. Expect plenty of laughs, questionable opinions and a few icks you probably didn't even realise you had until now!

We’re back for Season Two! After a long break, we’re catching up on everything that’s been happening in our lives, work and what’s coming next. We chat about exciting new opportunities in content creation, progress with co-parenting, our children’s diagnoses, school decisions and the highs and lows of motherhood. Plus, we share our travel plans, upcoming events and a big thank you to everyone who’s continued supporting us. We’re so excited to be back and bringing you along for the ride!

In this episode, we sit down with Jazz, a DJ, singer and Pilates instructor, to talk about her journey from the music industry to building an inclusive and empowering Pilates community. We discuss how she combines her love of house music with movement to create energising classes that feel different from the norm. Jazz shares her experience of working in the male dominated DJ world, the challenges of body confidence, and the pressure social media can place on women. We also talk about avoiding burnout, staying true to yourself in an industry driven by trends, and why building strength, confidence and genuine community will always matter more than chasing perfection. This is an honest conversation about finding your place, backing yourself, and creating a life and business that feels authentic.

In this episode of Thriving and Surviving, we share a sun soaked holiday story that turned into a much bigger conversation about Mediterranean style parenting. We talk about family meals, community, slower living, letting kids be bored, and why we believe children should be welcomed in public spaces instead of treated like an inconvenience. We also get into the realities of screen time, the upcoming social media age limit discussions, and the pressure parents face from every direction. We chat about frustrations with homework and school culture, plus one mum’s decision to seek a private ADHD assessment after a really upsetting incident at school. This episode is honest, reflective, and full of the parenting conversations people are often too scared to say out loud. Plus, we’ve got a special guest joining us next week.

In this episode, we’re answering your dilemmas and giving our honest, unfiltered advice. We talk about everything from dealing with a friend’s flirty boyfriend and whether dating apps have ruined genuine attraction, to navigating ghosting and figuring out whether you actually want a relationship or just companionship without living together. We also get into the realities, risks and logistics of adding a third person into a relationship, alongside having a real conversation around the financial side of raising children and the role child maintenance can play when planning for the future.

In this episode, we’re having a completely open and honest conversation about life choices, careers, questioning whether university is the right path, relationships, and the realities of motherhood. We also open up about our own experiences with postnatal struggles, sobriety, navigating life during the COVID years, and how we’ve learned the importance of slowing down, protecting our peace, and putting our mental wellbeing first.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the backlash surrounding Louise Thompson’s podcast comments about children starting school without being potty trained. We discuss the original clip, Louise’s apology, and why short snippets online can sometimes come across as judgmental, especially for neurodivergent children and SEND families. We also broaden the conversation into the wider pressures of parenting today, from increasing diagnoses and how routine and environment can play a role, to finding the balance between empathy and accountability. We share our own experiences and opinions around potty training, snack culture, school behaviour, social media, and whether cancel culture has gone too far.

In this episode, we have a really open and honest conversation about some of the quieter struggles so many women go through behind closed doors. We talk about burnout, mental health, ADHD traits and the emotional and physical changes that can come after pregnancy and motherhood. We also open up about body image, parenting pressures, asking for help and the reality of trying to hold everything together whilst still looking like you’re coping on the outside. This episode is a reminder that you’re not alone in the thoughts, feelings or worries you might keep to yourself. It’s a safe, honest conversation about womanhood, motherhood and the importance of better support for women navigating it all.

In this episode, we have a really honest conversation about getting back into the gym and navigating our own wellness journeys. One of us opens up about using GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy, sharing how they’ve impacted her relationship with food, helped manage cravings, and even supported things like endometriosis. We also talk about how overwhelming social media can be when it comes to nutrition, with so much conflicting advice and pressure around what you should and shouldn’t be doing. Alongside that, we share what actually works for us in real life, from feeding our families to finding a balance that doesn’t feel restrictive or unrealistic. This is a raw, relatable chat about health, motherhood and learning to let go of perfection and focus on what actually feels good and sustainable.

In this episode, we’re chatting all things family life and diving into the latest episodes of At Home with the Furys. We get into traveller culture, the reality of a 16-year-old engagement, and the tension between respecting tradition and having real parental concerns. From there, we move into some of the TV controversies doing the rounds, including David Haye’s behaviour, and give our honest opinions on it all. We also have a proper conversation about period leave and endometriosis. We share our own experiences, but also look at the bigger picture — the challenges this brings for employers and where government policy actually stands on it. It’s one of those episodes where we cover a lot… real life, strong opinions, and conversations that don’t have a simple answer.

In this episode, we’re diving into your dilemmas and giving our honest, unfiltered advice. We talk about co-parenting boundaries and how to navigate tricky situations without losing your peace, as well as opening up about changing views on having children and what that can look like in real life. We also get into relationships, from waning attraction to navigating casual dating as a single parent, and the reality of intimacy issues that people don’t always talk about. Throughout the episode, we share our own experiences alongside practical advice, encouraging open communication, self-reflection and realistic next steps for whatever you’re going through. If you’ve ever felt unsure, stuck or just needed a bit of outside perspective, this one’s for you.

In this Q&A episode, we’re answering your questions… and nothing’s off limits. We talk honestly about whether we actually hate men (spoiler: no), taking holidays without our kids and the guilt that can come with it, and what it really looks like juggling self-employment with single motherhood. We open up about how becoming mums has changed us, not just in our lives, but in who we are as women. We also get into the bigger conversations… the manosphere, male allies, and where we think the balance actually sits. Alongside that, we share our real experiences of burnout, the pressures of childcare, and what it’s taken for us to start reclaiming our identity outside of being “mum”. This episode is raw, practical, and very us. We chat boundaries, support systems, and why flexibility and self-care aren’t luxuries… they’re essential. And as always, we want you involved. We’re already lining up future guests and we’ll definitely be doing more listener Q&As, so keep your questions coming.

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and chat all about what it was like growing up in the 90s and early 2000s. From magazines, toys and TV shows to playing outside for hours, disposable cameras and the chaos of dial-up internet… we reminisce on the little things that made our childhood what it was. We also compare it to what childhood looks like now for our kids, growing up in a world of screens, social media and constant connection. We talk about parenting differences, safety, school life and the nostalgia we both feel, what we think has been lost, and what might actually be better today. It’s a warm, honest and funny conversation that will definitely take you back.   Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod

In this episode, we’re unpacking Louis Theroux’s documentary on the manosphere, and honestly, it’s a lot. We dive into the toxic beliefs being pushed online, the hypocrisy around things like OnlyFans, and the real-life damage these influencers are causing behind the scenes. We talk about some of the most shocking interviews, the way vulnerable men are being targeted and manipulated, and how these figures are profiting from it all. It’s uncomfortable, but it’s important. As mums, it also made us really reflect on raising boys in today’s world, the kind of role models they’re exposed to, and what we can actually do to protect them. We also touch on the responsibility of social media platforms and why they need to be doing more. This is a big conversation, and one we think everyone should be having. If you haven’t watched the documentary yet, we really recommend it. Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod

In this episode, Grace shares the story of why she decided to ban her daughter Ava from social media after one of her TikTok videos went viral. What started as a fun moment quickly turned into a bigger conversation about how addictive these platforms can be and the impact they can have on kids’ sleep, confidence and mental health, especially when online hate becomes involved. We talk honestly about influencer culture and the unrealistic expectations it creates for young people, from appearance standards to skincare trends that teenagers suddenly feel pressure to keep up with. The conversation also turns to how different childhood was for us growing up in the 90s compared to the digital world children are navigating today. We discuss whether technology and even AI are starting to shape parenting decisions in ways we never expected. We also explore some practical ideas parents are considering, like delaying smartphones, using non-internet phones for younger children and whether schools and parents could work together to create boundaries around social media. It’s a real conversation about the challenges of raising children in a world where going viral can happen overnight. Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thrivingandsurviving.pod