Motherfunk
Comedians Shirley and Shirley discuss making a pig’s ear out of parenting and more.
Mable Productions
Show overview
Motherfunk has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 274 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 120 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 23 min and 28 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. Roughly 41% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Kids & Family show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 16 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Mable Productions.
From the publisher
This is a podcast about finding the funny when the baby sh** hits the fan. Dubbed the punk rock of comedy by Phill Jupitus, Joanna Carolan and Pascale Wilson are comedians Shirley and Shirley. They do everything together. They even got up the duff together. But when it comes to raising their mini humans, they couldn’t do things more differently. These old school pals will bring their eye-popping honesty and pitch black humour to the airwaves. Join them as they compare notes on the pitfalls of parenting, their cock-ups and cocktails and the differences between raising a child with another woman versus a man. You can see live show dates and all things Shirley here: www.shirleyandshirley.com Produced by Mable Productions. Original music by Sacha Puttnam. Edited/Produced by Kez Sol Owens (@kezsolmedia) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 Ep 196Boxing, Broadway and Boris Becker
This week, the Shirleys find out which age is meant to be the unhappiest, a local pub bans children, cigarettes are back on the rise and the Fury family gets even bigger than before. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 195How posh are your eggs?
This week, the Shirleys review Winklefringe's new telly venture, Piers Morgan gets beaten at his own game, Banksy's identity is finally revealed to the world and the long Shirley desperately urges her peers not to abandon life in the city. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 194Get out of my Pub!
EThis week, the short Shirley accidentally incites a pub brawl, the ladies discuss Louis Theroux's concerning new documentary, "Into the Manosphere", and the UK comedy scene receives a promising update in the form of the new Saturday Night Live. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 193Swearing, Springtime & Sleepcations
This week, the Shirley's manifest a spot alongside the great "Winklefringe", Jennifer Aniston takes some prenuptial counsel with Courteney Cox and the short Shirley pins her hopes on a phone call from Heart FM. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 192Toad Rage
This week, the Shirley's discuss a controversial moment at the BAFTAs, Prince William has so much going on in his head that he can't watch films, the short Shirley faces the duality of riding bicycles and Michelle Obama drops some serious parenting advice. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 191Give me your Best Bits
This week, the not-so-grand Duke of York faces his latest media storm, the long Shirley can't decide what to give up for lent, a child becomes obsessed with tattoos and find out how much time you could be saving by exiting more swiftly. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 190Pints & Ponytails
EThis week, reality kicks in as the Shirley's return from a dreamy time abroad, the short Shirley finds a spaghetti recipe that won't break the bank, the ladies react to underwhelming Valentine's day gifts and a certain shop is crackers for cheese. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 189Shirley & Shirley Hit the Slopes
This week, the Shirley’s reflect on a well needed getaway, discuss their Valentine’s Day plans (and past mistakes) and explore why couples are no longer tying the knot. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 188A Row of Sobbing Men
This week, a new parenting style takes the internet by storm, a sexy show leaves the short Shirley clutching her pearls with glee and a Greek secret good enough for Barbie herself is revealed.Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 187The Beckhams, Banana Bread & Benihana
This week, the ladies discuss the ongoing feud between Posh and Brooklyn, the short Shirley's wife finds outside comfort in the form of good Wi-Fi and baked confectionary, the long Shirley provides some half-term recommendations and find out how hotels are testing the limits of intimacy!Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 186Blessed with a Gay Jamboree
This week, the ladies talk of an unbridled belting of Tina Turner, the mask is finally lifted on the short Shirley's new gadget, Will Smith reaches true enlightenment and Greggs' new breakfast option becomes an overnight (oats) sensation. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 185Elsa doesn't wear flats!
This week, after a hectic festive period, the Shirleys return to discuss their Christmas hauls, a new michelin star breakfast experience, the short Shirley's daughter has to face her prejudices and the long Shirley assures us her new bag isn't for the average (trader) joe. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 184Three Snails a-laying
This week, the Shirleys recount a festive, Butlins-esque gig, the short Shirley engages in some tactical gift-giving, we find out the ladies' biggest guilty pleasures of this year and some unexpected house guests arrive in time for the festive season. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 183A Swathe of Mum-friends
This week, the long Shirley stuns and entertains her house guests - against their will. The short Shirley powers through a magnesium deficiency to escape an academic K-hole, the ladies give a podcast recommendation (as if you need one) and there's more drama at the Beckham household. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 182You promised me a Donkey
This week, the Shirley's despair over soaring cheese prices, Prince Harry sets his sights on american late night TV, the short Shirley goes overboard with Disney dolls and find out the pros and cons of 'Friend-mas'. Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 Ep 181Celebrity Snakeskin Slip-Ons
EThis week, the Shirley's tread new ground in the world of auctioneering, Prince William drops an absolute truth bomb, King Charles gives the passport a fresh makeover and find out which shows are worth a watch this winter!Link to aid Salam and Mohammed's family in Gaza:https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-salam-mohammeds-children-survive-and-evacuate-gazaEmail your questions to [email protected]!Edited by Kez Sol Owens @kezsolmediaFollow us on Instagram @thetwoshirleys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.