You Don’t Know You’re Born

Has Halloween gone too far? 🎃 This week on You Don't Know You're Born, Danny Miller, Brooke Vincent and Wingman get stuck into the madness of Halloween as parents. From expensive costumes and trick-or-treating rules to pumpkin picking, Halloween parties and the latest obsession with boo baskets, are we all doing a bit too much? Brooke reveals how she accidentally tried to verify her Instagram account while dressed as a skeleton, the gang debate whether pumpkin picking is actually worth the money, and nobody can quite get their head around boo baskets. Then, in this week's Acting Up, a listener has a problem with a grandparent who refuses to follow the rules. Too many sweets, late bedtimes and spoilt children — should grandparents respect the parents' wishes, or is spoiling the grandkids all part of the job? Expect plenty of parenting chaos, questionable advice and a few spectacularly derailed conversations. 💬 Tell us in the comments: Has Halloween gone too far? And should grandparents have to follow your parenting rules? 00:00 Welcome to our Halloween special 01:01 Scare parks and haunted houses 04:42 The unwritten rules of trick-or-treating 07:26 Halloween parenting mistakes 10:49 The Halloween farm business idea 11:36 Is pumpkin picking a waste of money? 14:14 Brooke's skeleton Instagram disaster 16:03 How Halloween costumes have changed 17:29 Planning a Halloween party for 12 kids 20:33 Why Brooke loves making memories 22:10 When is too early for Christmas? 25:35 What exactly is a boo basket? 27:44 Halloween finger dogs and party food 29:24 Acting Up: Grandparents ignoring the rules 37:48 Should grandparents be allowed to spoil kids? Subscribe for new episodes of You Don't Know You're Born every week. 🌐 Visit: https://dontknowpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are we putting too much pressure on our kids? From football academies and dance competitions to gaming, packed schedules and the chaos of getting everyone out of the house, parenting has never felt busier! This week on You Don't Know You're Born, Danny Miller, Brooke Vincent and Wingman tackle the world of children's hobbies and ask an important question: are we doing too much? Brooke opens up about the reality of juggling her boys' football commitments, the pressure surrounding football academies and whether children actually need more time to just be kids. Danny shares Albert's first experiences of football, his frustration with overenthusiastic dance parents and some hilarious memories of growing up with The Sims, MSN and Chatroulette. Plus, the gang discuss Roblox, screen time, childhood nostalgia and whether modern parents have forgotten what it's like to be a kid. And in this week's Acting Up, there's a parenting dilemma involving a brutally honest child who just can't stop embarrassing her parents! In this episode: - The pressure of children's football and dance - Brooke's hectic life as a football mum - Are parents pushing their children too hard? - Roblox, gaming and screen time - Danny's hilarious dance-parent rant - The chaos of getting kids ready - Acting Up: When kids say exactly what they're thinking Join the conversation: Do your children have too many activities, or do you think keeping them busy is a good thing? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe for new episodes of You Don't Know You're Born every Thursday. 00:00 Welcome to You Don't Know You're Born 01:25 Brooke's hectic life as a football mum 02:54 Are kids doing too many activities? 04:10 The Sims and childhood nostalgia 06:32 Are online games safe for kids? 10:26 Houseparty and lockdown memories 12:52 Danny's disastrous lockdown comedy show 15:33 Albert's first football session 17:01 The chaos of getting kids ready 19:23 Parenting, planning and organisation 24:01 Do parents want their kids to be famous? 25:01 Dance competitions and overenthusiastic parents 27:54 Brooke's sideline conversations 29:48 Acting Up: When kids are brutally honest 🌐 https://dontknowpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back! And there's plenty to catch up on... Danny Miller, Brooke Vincent and Wingman return for a brand-new series of You Don't Know You're Born, with school run tears, escaping toddlers and the usual parenting chaos. Danny reveals why dropping Albert off for his first day at school left him crying in the car, and shares the terrifying (and slightly hilarious) moment Albert managed to escape from the family campervan in search of his mates. Brooke chats about getting back into the school routine, bedtime battles and why dealing with other people's naughty children can really test your patience. There's also a new studio, a last-minute B&M shopping spree, some questionable parenting advice and the return of Acting Up, where the gang attempt to solve another parenting dilemma. What could possibly go wrong? From emotional milestones to the moments that make you question everything about being a parent, it's good to be back! Got a parenting dilemma for Acting Up? Get in touch and we might tackle it in a future episode. Follow the podcast and join Danny, Brooke and Wingman for more honest stories, laughs and the realities of raising kids. You Don't Know You're Born — because nobody really knows what they're doing! You Don't Know You're Born is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You Don't Know You're Born is back for Season 2! Join Danny Miller, Brooke Vincent and Nige Clucas for a brand new episode every week, starting Thursday 15th October. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the Season 1 finale, and the gang are ringing in the summer... with chaos!! The heat and sunshine go to their heads as they battle through skitting each other and fits of laughter to discuss the end-of-term responsibilities of being a parent, how to fill the infinite time off on a budget, and take a trip down memory lane to the six weeks' holiday back when they were kids. Plus, they'll be putting their Emmerdale and Hollyoaks skills to good use as they dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny brings the topic of flexischooling his eldest, Albert, to the pod to get Brooke and Wingman's thoughts on the new approach to education that more parents are choosing. Is school essential for children's social skills and development, or can parents provide a bespoke educational plan tailored to their child's needs and interests? Plus, they'll be putting their Emmerdale and Hollyoaks skills to good use as they dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE WHOLE GANG IS BACK TOGETHER! Yes, Danny, Brooke and Wingman are all back in the studio together, and this week they're discussing parenting and heatwaves as the country sizzles once again. They'll be chatting about everything from sold-out air conditioning units and paddling pools ruining your lawn to the summer foods every '90s British mum served up. And to celebrate the whole gang being back together, they'll be putting their Emmerdale and Hollyoaks skills to good use as they dish out some parenting wisdom in a World Cup-themed 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny and Wingman are back, and this week they're discussing school residentials and trips – diving into what they're like for children today, how they've changed over the years, and taking a trip down memory lane to their own first overnight school trips. From first kisses, to communal showers... those were the days. Plus, the dad's dive into the pod inbox and answer your questions! Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brooke is still away, and after Danny and Wingman got a little too comfortable with it being dads-only last week, they decided to restore the balance by inviting a new mum onto the podcast... Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins. She shares what life has been like since welcoming her little girl earlier this year, the reality of maternity leave when you work in the TV industry, and all the exclusive details of her birth story... with two dads! Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny is back in the studio with Wingman… but now we’re Brooke-less, as she’s off being a busy mum. With the mum of the podcast away, the boys decided it was the perfect time for a good ol’ dad moan, chatting about all the things she normally wouldn’t allow. They discuss everything from Danny's family holiday and heatwave fun...to finding a drawer full of sex toys on Celebrity Apprentice! Plus, the dad's dive into the pod inbox and answer your questions! Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, while Danny is still away working and busy being a dad, Brooke thought it would be a good opportunity to discuss Nige’s experience of going through IVF to have his daughter. They talk about everything from how he supported his wife Hayley through the process, to egg freezing, men’s mental health, and the moment they found out they were going to have a baby. Plus, Brooke and Wingman dive into the pod inbox and answer your questions… featuring a very funny poo story! TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of miscarriage. Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we’re still Danny-less while he’s away filming and busy being a dad. So Wingman had a great idea - let’s get Brooke’s “better half” Kean on the pod to get all the gossip on what Brooke is really like as a mum. They discuss how they first met, from secret dates to deciding to become parents, and Kean’s football career, including what it’s like for parents with kids in football academies. Plus, Wingman hosts a game of Mr & Mrs to find out who knows who better... Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny is away, so Brooke and Wingman are joined by Sophie, a mum of three, including a daughter who is autistic. Sophie shares her family’s journey, from navigating diagnosis to fighting for a place at an SEN school, and gives an honest insight into the realities of parenting children who each require different support from her. Plus, Brooke and Wingman dive into the pod inbox and answer your questions! Get in touch with the podcast via email at hello@dontknowpodcast.com, message us on socials at @dontknowpodcast or send us a Whatsapp! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers tackle the chaos of fussy eaters, as requested by listener Julie. From surviving the beige-food phase and cooking multiple meals at tea time, to uncovering what a phobia of loud eaters actually says about you. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers discuss playdate etiquette - from keeping another child fed, watered and safe, to sleepover rules, and a debate around whether it’s your responsibility to wash the clothes of a child you’ve been looking after… and the correct way to put a wash on! Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers discuss the challenge of balancing a career and parenthood, and the guilt that can come with putting yourself first at times. It’s also time to celebrate - as Danny and Brooke both have some very exciting career news to share with the pod. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers talk all things tantrums - from toddler meltdowns to how they can actually get worse with age, and how their way of dealing with them is a little more PC than how their parents handled it back in the day. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers discuss a difficult topic suggested by listener Megan - bullying. From their own experiences of being teased or feeling sick around a bully at school, to how they would handle it now as parents, as well as sharing advice on how they build their kids’ self-confidence. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Danny asks Brooke and Wingers for some advice, as he’s noticed his eldest is ready for school and is feeling emotional about not having him around five days a week. The gang help Danny navigate the change and focus on all the lovely things to come - his son making friends, learning and growing in confidence, taking part in activities, and the new parenting adventure ahead. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DISCLAIMER: This episode includes Easter Bunny chat...little ears should hop away for this one!! This week, Danny, Brooke and Wingers answer your questions and share their advice on surviving the Easter half-term. From cheap days out, to managing work and fun, as well as a debate around how much chocolate you allow at Easter. Plus, they lean on their Coronation Street and Emmerdale experience to dish out some parenting wisdom 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!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices