Ben Behaving Dadly

Jack Ryder is an established actor, director, writer. We had a great chat about parenthood and a little about one of the most famous Eastenders death scenes of all time! - Getting run over by Mark Fowler! We also chat about his children's book - Jack's Secret Summer. This is the last episode of series 1. I hope you've enjoyed it.

This week I had a great chat with Natalie Anderson, actress, singer, business woman. We covered a range of things from - a couple Parenting  Hacks you can use straight away and she dropped two fantastic sayings that have been swirling around my head since: "Self-time isn't Selfish" AND "Work at 70%" - This has genuinely changed the way I structure my daily routine. As always, please tell me ...

In this episode I have a great chat with Choreographer, ex Strictly Come Dancing Judge Arlene Phillips. We talk about her incredible career, including working on the musical film "ANNE". She is incredible honest about how she juggled being a single working Mum in the film industry and gives some great advice - especially for anyone that has a child that could be the next "Billy Elliott" 

Antony Costa sits down with me for a completely honest and funny chat about how he's getting on as a Dad. In the last year his work has stopped and he's not happy about it. He talks about finding patience, working as a team with his partner and shares a fantastic story when Blue were snubbed by Donatella Versace! 

This week I am joined by Kate Thornton (TV Presenter, Podcaster). I genuinely think this is the most positive episode we have ever recorded. Any parent that feeling a bit demotivated at the moment, listen to Kate's enthusiasm and it will definitely cheer you up. Kate raised her son as a single mother whilst also juggling her TV career. She talks so fantastically honestly about some of the str...

This week I am joined by former TOWIE star, Mario Falcone. We talk about what it's like having a two year old in lockdown, how important making time for himself is for his mental health AND his most embarrassing moment is something we can all relate to!  As always, please subscribe. If you could leave a review that would really help. If you want to take part in the pod - please send in your b...

This week I am joined by Radio 1 presenter, Chris Stark. No stranger to a podcast himself (The Peter Crouch Podcast) - Chris is extremely open and honest about his experience about being a Dad. He talks about balancing his life in the spotlight, with the privacy that he wants in his personal life. This is a great listen for any parents that aren't always feeling confident about their abilitie...

This week I spoke to Michelle Heaton (formerly Liberty X). Michelle has two kids AJ (7) and Faith (9). We have a really honest conversation and she tells me how she uses "threats" to keep them under control. HA!  She also tells us about "Yes Days"!  And we learn that her most embarrassing moment resulted in the emergency services being called!!!  IF YOU HAVE:  1. A PARENTING PROBLEM THAT YOU...

In this episode, Ben Hanlin sits down with actor Blake Harrison and they cover a number of parent related topics such as: A good trick to get your kids to brush their teeth! - This saying is a game changer. Your Floating Bed - Blake's wife has creating this fantastic podcast which helps children go to sleep. The series contains a collection of sleep journeys to gently guide your child into de...

This week Ben Hanlin is joined by sits Ore Oduba (TV Presenter and Sctictly Come Dancing Champion) for a chat about all things parenting.  Ore is so open and honest about his experience as a Dad to his three year old son, Roman and they cover a number of topics such as: Long distanced parenting - How Ore deals with being a Dad when he is away from home A LOT! Fitting back into the dynamic du...

In the first episode of this parenting podcast, Matt Willis (Busted) opens up about his parenting style!  He shares the best advice he's ever been given. He gives you a tip on how to get your kids to bed (which I'm not sure you're going to use). HA! We talk about the best TV show for parents at the moment AND he share's his most embarrassing parenting moment which is hilarious!! 

This is a brand new parenting pod, where each week celebrity parents sit down with Ben Hanlin to give their best parenting tips and advice!