Professor Green Opens Up: “40 Years Of Being Me Nearly Killed Me"

Professor Green Opens Up: “40 Years Of Being Me Nearly Killed Me"

Welcome back to No Parental Guidance! In today’s episode, we are joined by the brilliant British rapper and television personality, Professor Green (Stephen Manderson). Stephen joins us for an incredibly candid, raw, and hilarious chat about the realities of modern fatherhood. From the absolute chaos of clumsy tots and A&E trips to the deeply emotional realities of co-parenting, postpartum relationship strains, and navigating a late-in-life ADHD and Autism diagnosis—nothing is off-limits. Stephen also opens up about his own unconventional childhood, how he breaks generational cycles of trauma with his son Slimane, and treats us to a deeply moving, EXCLUSIVE live rap from his upcoming album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Nathan Henry and his mum on Geordie Shore, tackling trolls & parenting in a social media world

We have a brilliant episode for you this week, and while Louise is away having a lovely time schmoozing with the celebs in Cannes, Hannah is holding down the fort for a very special, hilarious, and deeply moving Yorkshire reunion! In honour of Pride, we are joined by the iconic Geordie Shore star Nathan Henry and his incredible mum, Beverly, to share their beautiful family bond and offer real insight for parents navigating their own children's journeys. Nathan and Bev get honest about his experience coming out—from his early days filtering his true self on Geordie Shore to cope with a high-pressure environment, to the emotional moment he finally came out as gay on TV. Bev opens up about her fierce, protective motherly instinct when dealing with online trolls, and why her immediate, calm reaction to Nathan's news at home helped create the ultimate safe space for him. This episode is a must-watch for any parent looking to support their LGBTQ+ children. We dive deep into: · Creating a Safe Space at Home: Practical advice from Nathan and Bev on using inclusive, open-ended language with teenagers rather than making assumptions. · A Parent’s Role: Bev’s powerful stance on being your child's ultimate protector, no matter what they face in the outside world. · The Reality TV Baby Boom: How the Geordie Shore cast (Sophie, Holly, Marnie) stay tightly bonded through motherhood, fertility struggles, and massive WhatsApp group support networks. · Grandparent Privileges: Why Bev gave her own kids "tough love" but turns into a total soft touch who hands out £10 notes and treats to the grandkids. · Nathan’s Next Chapter: His dreams of retiring from reality TV to become a stay-at-home dad, exploring adoption and surrogacy with his partner. Plus, you won't want to miss Bev's unforgettable, chaotic 20-hour birth story involving a Virgin Mary statue and a doctor with hands the size of shovels! Whether you are a parent looking for guidance or just love a heartwarming mother-and-son dynamic, this episode is packed with love, laughter, and invaluable takeaways. Follow the Show & Guests: · Nathan Henry: @nathanhgshore · No Parental Guidance: @noparentalguidance · Hannah East: @hannaheastcomedy · Louise Boyce: @mamastillgotit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

James Haskell on his ADHD diagnosis and how therapy saved him

This week on No Parental Guidance, we are joined by rugby legend, 77-cap England powerhouse, and DJ, James Haskell! 🏉🎶 James sits down with us for an incredibly open, honest, and hilariously high-tension chat. From his awkward first encounter with ex-wife Chloe's dad, to his time on Celebs Go Dating, James doesn't hold anything back. 🤫😂 He opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD at nine years old, how therapy completely changed his life and rugby career, and why he views his neurodivergence as a superpower. 🧠⚡ He also shares a beautifully mature look at his relationship with Chloe, how they navigate a "classy" 50/50 split co-parenting their daughter Bodie, and what it’s really like when a giant rugby player is left in charge of a toddler's first swimming lesson. 🏊‍♂️👧 Plus, we swap our own parenting fails of the week—including one toddler's sweet toothed sugar heist and an emergency 1980s wig/Hulk hand bedtime situation. 🤦‍♀️🤣 Hit that SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss an episode! 🚨👇 🍏 Partnered with Tesco: Thank a Teacher! 🍏 We are so proud to partner with Tesco for this episode to support the incredible National Thank a Teacher Day initiative! Teachers, coaches, and school support staff do so much to shape who we are (James even shouts out the coaches who helped build him into the player he became!). Now it’s your turn to give back. By visiting the website below by 1st July and thanking a teacher or staff member who went above and beyond for you or your kids, your school will be entered for a chance to win an amazing £1,000 Tesco fresh fruit and veg grant! 🥦🍎 It's fantastic for kids' nutrition and concentration. 👉 Get your thank yous in now at: thankateacher.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Fatima Whitbread: After 3 Miscarriages and No Period, IVF Made Me a Mum

The powerhouse that is Fatima Whitbread MBE joins us on the sofa this week! From being abandoned as a baby and surviving the care system, to conquering the world as an Olympic javelin thrower, Fatima’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. She opens up about how her javelin teacher (and later adoptive mum) Margaret changed her life, her grueling 3-round IVF journey to motherhood, what it’s really like competing on 'I'm A Celeb' (yes, she brought the infamous nose-cockroach) and why tough love and boundaries are the ultimate parenting superpowers. Plus, we’re talking about the new social media ban for under-16s, a very relatable (and messy!) potty training fail, and why prioritizing your own fitness as a mum is essential for your mental health. THANK A TEACHER WITH TESCO! Fatima’s incredible story started because a teacher went above and beyond. Do you have a teacher you want to thank? We’ve partnered with Tesco to support National Thank a Teacher Day! Nominate an amazing teacher today and your school could win an exclusive Tesco Fruit and Veg Grant worth £1,000 for fresh, healthy snacks! Get your entries in before the 1st of July at: https://thankateacher.co.uk/ SUPPORT FATIMA’S CAMPAIGN To find out more about Fatima's incredible work with young people in care and how you can support, visit http://fatimascampaign.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Ronni Ancona: "Overwhelming" Motherhood, Surviving 2000s Comedy & Late ADHD Diagnosis

BAFTA-winning comedy icon and EastEnders star Ronni Ancona joins us on the sofa for an absolute rollercoaster of an episode! Fresh off a wild, tooth-losing "school mothers' night out" (and nursing a severe liver hangover), Ronni strips back the famous masks to give us the raw, chaotic truth about her life. From the relentless exhaustion of raising children who didn't sleep for 12 years to her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis in her 40s, Ronni opens up about the crippling pressure of people-pleasing, masking, and feeling like she was "failing at everything" while navigating the peak of UK fame. We take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to look at the casual sexism of 2000s television, what it was really like making a massive hit comedy show with her ex Alistair McGowan, and the hilarious moment Posh and Becks invited them to a party... just to have them coat-check the guests. Plus, Ronni shares incredible, heartwarming stories from her pre-fame days as a teacher at a tough all-boys school, her current brilliant stint as Bea Pollard on Albert Square, and why she's a self-proclaimed, "over-loving" mother. 🍎 THANK A TEACHER WITH TESCO! 🍏 This episode is proudly sponsored by Tesco, who are supporting the National Thank a Teacher Day campaign! We all know how vital teachers are for providing security, guidance, and changing children's lives. Every teacher recommended will be entered into an exclusive draw to win up to £1,000 worth of fresh fruit and veg for their school! You have until the 17th of June to say a huge thank you to an amazing teacher who inspired you and up to the 1st July to get your grant applications in. 👉 Say your thank you now at: https://thankateacher.co.uk 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @NoParentalGuidancePodcast TikTok: @NoParentalGuidance If you loved this trip down memory lane and Ronni's incredible honesty, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment below with your favorite Ronni Ancona impression! #RonniAncona #ADHD #EastEnders #ParentingChaos #PoshAndBecks #ThankATeacher #NoParentalGuidance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]