Underaged Grandparents with Matty & Esther Acton

The raw, funny and unexpected reality of becoming young grandparents while still navigating parenting, marriage and everything in between.

Episodes

8 hours ago

33 min

This week on UGP! 😂💨
Did Matt fart on Esther for revenge? They were in the middle of an argument, but would he REALLY stoop that low? 👀
We've got some wild stories from you about the things that keep you up at night. You know those awkward things you've done that revistit you at 2am!
Plus, we're sharing some of the funniest unhinged toddler moments, and Esther has a fashion trend she can’t get around. She reckons it’s time things changed for the mums!
As always, we want YOU to be part of the show! Get involved anytime by finding us on your socials and searching Underaged Grandparents Podcast. We love hearing your stories! ❤️

8 hours ago

33 min

3 days ago

6 min

🚽 Am I The Asshole?
Is it ever okay to use a café’s bathroom if you’re not buying anything? Or should you be ordering a coffee before you do your business? ☕️💩
We’re putting this one to the court of public opinion. Who’s in the right, and who’s taking the piss? 😂

3 days ago

6 min

5 days ago

32 min

This week on UGP!
Do women wear men's underwear? We're reading your feedback, and it turns out they do! The reasons are epic 😂
Esther spills the details on her Australian Idol audition and the opportunity she missed that could've taken her all the way to the final.
Matt's been telling a few white lies, and they've come back to bite him on the arse.
Plus, we're testing out a brand-new game called Song Sleuth. How well do you know your lyrics?
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5 days ago

32 min

Oct 19, 2026

9 min

🎄 This week’s question: Who should get first dibs on Christmas leave?
The mum with young kids who are still caught up in the magic of Christmas, or the mum with adult kids who want everyone together? 🤔
Who gets priority? We want to hear what you think! Jump on our socials and have your say.
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Oct 19, 2026

9 min

70. End Of An Era

Oct 14, 2026

Oct 14, 2026

35 min

This week on UGP...
Esther is fresh out of surgery after getting the girls done! How is she feeling, and did she say anything embarrassing waking up from the anaesthetic? (We've got audio to play you 😂)
“I’m Off It” – There's a saying Matt thinks is way overused, and he's had enough of it.
We've had some issues in the schoolyard with our daughter, and we're not sure if we should step in or let the kids work it out themselves.
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Oct 14, 2026

35 min

Oct 6, 2026

6 min

BONUS EPISODE
New parents still want to have a life and they should be able to move about freely with babies and children BUUUUTTTTT did this parent cross the line?
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Oct 6, 2026

6 min

Oct 1, 2026

40 min

OH NO… IT’S HAPPENED!!! We’ve officially become our parents. 😬 And now we’re wondering… has it happened to you too?!
It’s one week out from Esther’s surgery, and she opens up about how she’s feeling about it all.
We’re also asking the big parenting question… can you force friendships on your kids? 😂
Plus, Esther has somehow found herself in some of the WEIRDEST Facebook groups out there!
Another week of parenting, marriage and wondering how the hell we ended up here.
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Oct 1, 2026

40 min

Sep 27, 2026

31 min

This week’s episode is FULL of interruptions, and you’ll understand why when you listen!
Matty & Esther also come to blows over an upcoming holiday.
What it’s like to be the wife of a fishing-obsessed man.
We reenact every Hallmark movie ever made.
And the saddest thing happened to us with Mr 12 that we need to unpack.
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Sep 27, 2026

31 min

Sep 18, 2026

34 min

The Terrible 12s! Esther took our 12-year-old son clothes shopping, and it was a nightmare. Share your Terrible 12 stories with us here – UGP FB GROUP
It was a tough week for the family as we attended Matt’s Aunty’s funeral.
And is there a correct way to fold towels? Apparently, YES!
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It was a tough week for the family when we attended Matts Auntys funeral
And is there a correct way to fold towels... Apparently YES!
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Sep 18, 2026

34 min

Sep 8, 2026

29 min

This week on Underaged Grandparents with Matty & Esther 👇
📋 Matty gets a Father’s Day report card — and let’s just say… the results are NOT what he expected!
👀 Is it ever OK to tell a woman she’s lost weight? We tackle the compliment that can somehow get you into trouble.
🪑 There’s a serial lap sitter in our friendship group… Is this completely normal, or has she crossed a line?
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Sep 8, 2026

29 min

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