Breakfast with the P-M's

In this episode, we take a trip back to Patrick and Philly’s childhoods and compare growing up then with growing up now.We talk about 5p pocket money, childhood freedom, school days and even getting the slipper or cane. We also explore how life felt slower and simpler without smartphones, social media, the internet and the constant noise of modern technology.Matthew is convinced he was born too late and would have loved growing up in their era, but was life really better back then, or are we looking at the past through rose-tinted glasses?A nostalgic, funny and thoughtful conversation about childhood, changing times and what we might have gained, and lost, along the way.

In this episode, we talk about work, identity and the pressure we can put on ourselves to find fulfilment in what we do.Does your job define who you are? Can work become too closely tied to your identity? And what happens when the thing you thought would make you feel successful or fulfilled doesn't quite do that?We discuss ambition, purpose, career choices, comparison and the different ways work can shape how we see ourselves. Patrick and Philly share their own personal experiences and perspectives, while Matthew and Ellie reflect on their lives so far. An honest conversation about purpose, contentment and learning to separate who you are from what you do.

In this episode, we find ourselves having a conversation we never really intended to have, and end up tackling some of the biggest and most difficult questions of faith.We talk about healing and what happens when healing doesn’t come, suffering, unanswered prayer, and how we continue to trust God when we don’t understand what He is doing.Along the way, the conversation turns to Jesus Himself. Who He says He is, His response to the death of Lazarus, His compassion and grief, and the sometimes surprisingly direct way He spoke to the Pharisees and even His own disciples.Patrick and Philly, with Patrick doing plenty of the heavy lifting, share their thoughts, experiences and understanding of it all. As usual, we finish the conversation encouraged, challenged, and perhaps even more scrambled than when we started.A long and honest conversation about pain, healing, hope, Jesus, and having faith when there aren’t easy answers.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to hear from God and seek His guidance when making decisions in life.We discuss how God leads us through prayer, reading the Bible, wise counsel from others, and learning to know His voice over time. We also explore the idea that guidance often comes as we step forward in faith, because “God can’t steer a ship at anchor.” Sometimes we have to start moving before we can be steered.This is a thoughtful conversation about trust, discernment, obedience and learning to walk with God through the choices, questions and uncertainties of life.

In this episode, Patrick shares the story of being told the "inconvenient diagnosis", and the impact that has had on him and the family.Together, we talk honestly about fear, sadness, pain and uncertainty, but also about faith, hope and what it means to trust God in the middle of devastating news. This is a more serious and personal conversation about facing suffering without pretending it is easy, and finding strength, perspective and peace in the toughest of times.It is an episode about grief and faith, honesty and courage, and learning to keep trusting God when life looks nothing like you expected.

In this episode, Matthew opens a can of worms with a question for Patrick: do you identify as someone with kidneys?What begins as a funny and slightly ridiculous question leads into a much deeper conversation about health, dialysis, comparison and the strange guilt we can feel when we think we “shouldn’t complain” because someone else appears to have it worse.We also talk about the different situations we find ourselves in, including home life, parenting, work and finances, and how the choices we make can shape the way we experience them. It’s an honest, thoughtful and at times humorous conversation about perspective, gratitude, contentment and learning how to talk honestly about the hard things in life.

In this bonus episode, Philly shares her Top Ten Tips for Tough Times.Philly goes through her list and reflects on what it means to remain grateful and thankful even in the middle of really difficult, painful or uncertain seasons. Together, they talk honestly about having to choose gratefulness which can help us keep going when life feels or gets heavy.We hope this episode brings encouragement and a gentle reminder that even in tough times, there is still goodness to be found.

In this episode, we talk about gratefulness. What it means, why it matters, and how we can choose it even when life feels difficult.We explore choosing to be thankful, and how that choice can slowly change our posture, our perspective and the way we see the world around us. Rather than turning inward and becoming caught up in ourselves, gratefulness can help us look outward, praise God, recognise what is good, and live with more joy, hope and contentment.This is an honest conversation about thankfulness when it comes easily and when it really doesn’t.

In this episode, we talk all things marriage! From the early days of being newlyweds to the lessons learned after many years together.Patrick and Philly share honest reflections, funny stories and practical wisdom from their own marriage, while Matthew and Ellie ask questions from the perspective of a younger couple still learning along the way. We chat about communication, commitment, expectations, faith and what it really looks like to keep choosing each other through different seasons of life.Whether you’re newly married, hoping to be one day, or many years in, we hope this conversation leaves you encouraged.

In this episode, Patrick and Philly share the story of how and why they became Christians. This is a more serious and personal conversation about faith, testimony, the Holy Spirit, and the moments that shaped their relationship with God.They talk honestly about their journeys, what changed for them, and how their faith has continued to guide their lives, marriage and family. Whether you share their beliefs or are simply curious, we hope this conversation feels open, thoughtful and encouraging.

Matthew is turning 30, and it has got him thinking: why does life seem to be moving so quickly, and what does it really mean to live each day well?In this episode, Matthew and Ellie talk with Mum and Dad about growing older, making the most of everyday life and learning to take our eyes off ourselves. They explore what it means to focus on God, serve others, read the Bible consistently and “die to self” as followers of Jesus.An honest family conversation about time, purpose, faith and living well in the ordinary moments.

In our first episode, we introduce Breakfast with the P-M’s and share why we wanted to start the podcast, who we hope it will encourage, and what listeners can expect from our conversations.We also begin telling some of our family story, including Philly’s thoughts on friendship, Patrick’s experience of living with dialysis, and the life lessons that have shaped us along the way. It’s an honest, relaxed introduction to our family and the heart behind the podcast.

Welcome to Breakfast with the P-M’s, a relaxed and honest podcast with Matt, Ellie, Patrick and Philly.Join us around the breakfast table as we talk about marriage, family, faith, finances, friendship, life’s challenges and everything in between.Our first episode launches on Friday 3 July, so follow the podcast now and come and join us for breakfast!