What happens when the cameras stop rolling and the real work of survival begins?

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This week on No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise are joined by the unfiltered and brilliant Laura Anderson (Love Island). Laura opens up like never before about the devastating emotional toll of navigating a highly public breakup with Gary Lucy while pregnant, why she turned to therapy to survive the tabloid press, and the raw truth about their ongoing co-parenting dynamic.

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The legendary Joanna Page (Stacey Shipman herself!) joins us in the studio for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply relatable chat about everything from the Gavin & Stacey finale to those iconic (and awkward!) scenes in Love Actually.

Joanna opens up about the "horrific" emotions of filming the final moments of Gavin & Stacey, the reality of being "fondled" by Martin Freeman on a film set, and the hilarious parenting "fails" that involve accidental confrontations in holiday toilets! We dive deep into the mental load of motherhood, body image after four kids, and navigating the perimenopause.

Whether you’re a fan of Welsh icons, a parent in the thick of it, or just here for the behind-the-scenes Hollywood tea, this episode is for you!

Are you the "admin parent" in the WhatsApp groups? Have you ever had a holiday "mamma bear" moment that went totally wrong? Let us know in the comments below! We read every single one.

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This week we're joined by the legendary Amy Childs. TOWIE original, mum of four, newlywed, and one of the most refreshingly honest guests we've ever had in the room.

And yes… this episode absolutely goes there.

From emergency C-sections and prolapsed cords to potty training disasters, £400 Amazon sprees, and why she genuinely cannot be bothered after a long day, Amy holds nothing back.

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Can you make it through these stories without laughing? Because we certainly couldn’t. In this episode of No Parental Guidance, Hannah and Louise take on the "Last One Laughing" Challenge. Inspired by the hit show, they go head-to-head to see who can keep a straight face while sharing the most "educational" (and by educational, we mean absolutely traumatizing) parenting moments.

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This week we're joined by the iconic Jess Wright. TOWIE original, mum, businesswoman, and refreshing and honest guest!

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The science doesn't stop! In this bonus episode of No Parental Guidance, we go beyond the textbooks with The Rapping Science Teacher, Matt Green.

We put Matt’s rap knowledge to the test (does he actually know Kendrick Lamar?), find out why Louise is biologically programmed to sneeze at the sun, and dive into the fascinating world of genetics.

In this bonus drop:

The Rap Quiz: Matt tries to "finish the lyric" for some of the biggest names in the game.

ACHOO Syndrome: We finally name the "sneeze-fest" Louise experiences every time the sun comes out. (Yes, it’s a real thing!)

The Clone Theory: Why parents always expect their second child to be exactly like the first, and the science of why they never are.

Time Management for Kids: Matt gives his top tips on how to teach your kids "life management" before they hit the exam hall.

90s Science Memories: Bunsen burners, singed eyebrows, and the "snogging" culture of school labs.

GET YOUR GCSE FIX: Make sure to check out our main episode with Matt for the full story on his traumatic birth experience and his secret to A* results!

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Can drill music actually help your kids pass their GCSEs?

In this week’s episode of No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the smartest guy on TikTok, Matt Green. With a Master’s in Neuroscience and over 300 million views, Matt has transformed the UK education system by turning "boring" science into viral rap bangers.

But behind the viral fame and winning the Tik Tok educator award in Dubai, Matt is a dad of three just trying to navigate the chaos of parenting. From the terrifying medical emergency during the birth of his first son to the hilarious "Yoda Bag" misunderstanding that he still hasn't been forgiven for, this episode covers it all.

In this episode, we dive into:

Exam Hacks: How "Earworms" and beat patterns can guarantee an A* in Science.

Traumatic Birth: Matt opens up for the first time about the Placental Abruption that led to an emergency surgery and a miracle birth. :hospital:

The "Cool Dad" Fail: Why you should always double-check the school trip's instruction letter.

The Voice UK: What it was really like being coached by Will.i.am and the secret rehearsal trick his wife used to prep him. :microphone:

Science Sunday: How to teach your kids at home (without them hating you).

Plus! Hannah and Louise take a trip down memory lane with a Noughties lyrics quiz that will have every Millennial screaming at their screen.

Check out Matt Green’s Revision Guides: Grab Matt’s "Wrapping Up" series (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) on Amazon now for the ultimate GCSE revision!

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Welcome to a special No Parental Guidance Bonus Show! This week, we’ve recruited the brilliant Genevieve Turley (@genevieveturleymua) to be our "Beauty Agony Aunt." We’re reading out YOUR most mortifying makeup and skincare dilemmas, from DIY disasters to pregnancy pampering gone wrong.

In this bonus episode, we’re diving into:

The Eyebrow Slug Incident: What happens when "5 minutes of peace" turns into 20 minutes of black dye? :snail:

The Pregnancy Waxing Horror: Why the "most painful wax ever" left one listener feeling like a plucked hedgehog. :drop_of_blood::hedgehog:

"Tangoed" in the Noughties: A deep dive into the 2000s era of orange faces, white necks, and smelling like a digestive biscuit. :tangerine::cookie:

The Retinol Lizard: Why "the more the better" is a dangerous game that leads to chemical burns at playgroup. :lizard:

Gen’s Nursing Secrets: Why a professional nurse faints at a speculum but can handle military trauma. :stethoscope::zzz:

Skin Fasting & Fake Tan Fails: Does your skin actually need to "breathe," and can you ever fix a handprint on your face?

Genevieve also clears up the confusion around skincare routines for tired parents and shares the absolute agony of the "baby oil and zero SPF" holiday routine we all survived in our 20s.

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"Chop my arm off, I just want a baby." This week on No Parental Guidance, we are joined by the incredible Genevieve Turley (@genevieveturleymua). From her high-pressure days as an RAF Burns & Plastics nurse to becoming a viral makeup sensation, Genevieve doesn't hold back on the realities of motherhood, IVF, and growing up way too fast.

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