Funny people talk about having children. "A frank, fearless and funny guide to parenting" The Guardian. Comedians, actors, writers and other interesting people talk about the emotional impact of having children and how it has altered the relationships with their partners, families, careers and sense of self. Presented by writer and podcaster Sophie Black who, in a former life, performed sketch comedy at the Edinburgh Festival and on TV. Now she produces several regular podcast series including Nick Clegg's Anger Management and lives in South London with two toddlers and a fully grown adult. Artwork by Henry Petrides Music by Komiku
Sophie talks to comedian and actress Isy Suttie about ludicrously big hospital bags, sleep deprivation and discovering that everyone has their crunch ...
Sophie talks to comedy writer and performer Isabel Fay about caesareans, wet and dry vacuum hoovers and taking pregnancy tests while drunk. Isabel wri...
Sophie talks to stand-up comedian and writer Jen Brister about IVF, being the 'non biological' parent and soft play hell. Jen is a stand up comedian w...
Sophie talks to actor, writer, director and magician Andy Nyman about respecting your kids, the perils of iPads and mean kids... Andy's credits includ...
Sophie talks to actor and comedian Colin Hoult about going from one child to two, the benefits of meditation and adapting the classics for a young aud...
As a special Christmas treat, Sophie talks to self proclaimed star of stage and screen Anna Mann. Anna talks about the usual: hunchback daughters, te...
Sophie talks to Kerry Howard about single parenthood, modern parenting and choo choo trains. Kerry is best known for her role as Laura in the BBC Thre...
Sophie talks to writer and broadcaster Danny Robins about going from one child to two, the latte papas of progressive Sweden and bad examples. Danny's...
Sophie talks to award-winning actor Lara Pulver about miscarriage, meditation and juggling work with motherhood.... Lara is best known for her roles i...
Sophie talks to actor Sam Spruell about schools, the pursuit of 'perfection' and managing your expectations. Sam's film credits include The Hurt Locke...