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The Parenting Business

The Parenting Business

By: Stuart Malcolmson with Ben Lovejoy
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If you're a parent and you're in business, whether you own it or manage it, then this podcast is for you. Stuart and Ben are both multiple business owners trying to juggle work and family life. We discuss how things are going, the ups and downs of running businesses and how that affects weekly family life. We also talk about other things happening in the world, give our views on it and chat to other parents in business, to discover their stories, secrets, hints and tips for both better business and family life.Stuart Malcolmson with Ben Lovejoy Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Bedwetting and Boring Coversation! Why Would You Even Listen?
    Mar 26 2026

    Summary

    This week Stuart and Ben had to hastily put together what even they think is their worst episode yet! Why? Because their still recording next weeks guest episode, having started it 2 days ago!! They do manage to chat about their regular highs and lows, Big question and even chat about Chuck Norris.

    That's all coupled with their usual dull ramblings about family life, business and just any other waffle they could think of.


    Do tell us if you think this is the worst episode so far and whether it could indeed get any worse than this?


    You can email us your thoughts on podcast@parentingbusiness.com


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Overview

    01:07 Personal Updates and Positivity

    03:20 Highs and Lows of the Week

    12:04 Family and Parenting Challenges

    15:40 Health and Fitness Goals

    23:28 Engaging Questions and Curiosities

    24:06 Potholes and Local Council Accountability

    28:34 The Impact of Public Sector Productivity

    28:59 The Science of Hair and Aging

    33:26 Reflections on Chuck Norris and Pop Culture

    35:54 Reality TV and Relationship Dynamics

    37:56 Upcoming Guests and Future Episodes

    41:38 Humor and Dad Jokes in Everyday Life


    Keywords

    parenting, business, personal stories, humor, work-life balance, highs and lows, reflections, future plans



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    47 mins
  • It's Been a Coldplay, Manics And The Smiths Kinda Week!
    Mar 19 2026

    Warning

    During this weeks episode we do discuss mental health topics which some listeners may find triggering. If you are struggling with your mental health, please remeber you are not alone and there are organisations and indivudals out there who can absolutely support you, no matter what you're going through.


    Summary

    In this weeks episode Stuart and Ben have had a really mentally challenging week, including some real situations around their businesses that have affected their mental health.

    They also talk about how stresses of running a business can impact personal relationships with partners and how it can lead to bth partners feeling less than fully aknowledged or suppported.


    They also talk about theri highs and lows and Stuart has a new production toy to play with! Ben also has another BIG question and some of his dad jokes!


    Please do support us by leaving a review, comment or by sharing the podcast with other parents and business owners. remember you can also get in touch with your storys, tips, or anything else by emailing us at podcast@parentingbusiness.com



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    52 mins
  • The Chaos of Kids' Parties and Car Troubles
    Mar 12 2026

    Summary

    This week Stuart and Ben waffle on about their usual highs and lows, then get into rants about car troubles, the cost of kids' parties, kids' sickness and how first contact in your business marketing is so imprtant, whether you initially win the customer of not.

    Ben also shares his Dad joke of the week and the guys have a waffle about other goings on.

    Don't forget to please subcribe, like, comment and leave us a review. If you have any questions, top business or parenting tips, or would like to share your experiences, please get in touch by emailing us directly at podcast@parentingbusiness.com


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Listener Feedback

    02:22 Consistency in Podcasting and Audience Engagement

    02:56 Highs and Lows: Car Troubles and Walking Wins

    07:47 Kids' Sick Days and School Policies

    09:31 Enjoying the Simple Moments: Morning in the Garden

    10:23 Low Point: Daughter's Sick Morning

    11:20 Backwards Marathon and Fundraising Challenges

    15:27 Podcast Production and Future Plans

    18:28 Customer Service and Business Relationships

    21:01 Pension and Payroll Mishaps

    22:47 Crocodile Encounters and Travel Tales

    27:31 Kids' Party Planning and Cost-Saving Tips

    39:10 Humorous Dad Jokes and Family Life

    45:14 Party Planning and Celebrations

    49:26 Upcoming Birthdays and Event Planning

    50:48 Closing Remarks and Listener Engagement


    Keywords

    parenting, entrepreneurship, car troubles, kids parties, work-life balance, humor, personal stories

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    54 mins
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