Who put it there? And why on Earth did anyone think it would be a good song to sing to a child that is about to go to sleep. Matt Okine On His New Show ‘The Other Guy’, Breakups, And Writing A Story Inspired By Your Actual Life ... My dad’s character is pretty similar to him. The most important news, analysis and insights delivered to your inbox at the start and end of each day. As Okine says, “I had such a naive image of being a new dad. I honestly thought that I would just have a child that could sit on my lap in my office while I made music and wrote scripts and for some reason the baby would be interested in my process … I was straight up delusional.”. Welcome to Diver City is out now. Comedian, musician and actor. His father, Mack Okine, is Ghanaian. Soon afterwards they went on a family holiday together and hatched a plan to release a children’s album. “I feel more like a dad than last time because Sofia was only in the early stages of her life,” he says. Matt Okine: 'I had such a naive image of being a new... Matt Okine: 'I had such a naive image of being a new dad' By. But then he welcomed his daughter and all that changed. It was more organic than that: “When you’re trying to stop a baby from screaming in the middle of the night, lying by her cot in the dark for hours on end with ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ on repeat … that’s when you come up with kids’ music.”. Do you want water?? Matt Okine: 'I had such a naive image of being a new dad' The former triple j presenter never thought he’d be the dad who spoke about baby milestones over brunch. “And as a dad you kind of feel helpless because there are things you can do as a supportive partner, but in terms of supporting the child, you can’t feed them and it’s difficult to get them to sleep. ‍♂️ Me: Hi Dad, Just landed. His mother, Roslyn, died of breast cancer when he was 12 years old. Please try again later. But then he welcomed his daughter and all that changed. MO: I was just growing out of the children's music phase when The Wiggles entered the market. He made Ghanaian food like black-eyed bean stew, peanut soup, jollof rice and chichingas. He has been an amazing author too and his book called Short Cuts to Glory: The Easy Beginner's Guide for Australian Cooks is a huge hit. Welcome to Diver City is out now. New parents Kristy Lee Peters and Matt Okine have collaborated on a children's album. I look back now and can't believe how rude those lyrics are. “It’s about first dates, finding the one, breast milk and bird seed thieves.” New parents Kristy Lee Peters and Matt Okine have collaborated on a children's album. But then he welcomed his daughter and all that changed. The former triple j host’s new TV show is getting closer and closer to becoming a reality and we now have your first look. He’s a writer, actor, comedian and father, and works hard at keeping that creative brain together during crap-tastic times. Also, the ending of the song being that the wind blows so hard that the baby falls out of the tree?! What kind of geniuses make kids' music promoting the idea of waking people up!? Once more details are available on who he is dating, we will update this section. MO: I have so many questions about this song. What did you enjoy eating when you were growing up in Brisbane? Also, the ending of the song being that the wind blows so hard that the baby falls out of the tree?! So, what does a music collaboration look like when you’re juggling two kids under two during a global pandemic? Life Path Number 3 represent 'The Socializer '. “I feel more like a dad than last time because Sofia was only in the early stages of her life,” he says. Bizarre. Welcome to Diver City, launched through ABC Music & ABC Kids Listen, is blooming with life lessons that take place in a fictitious metropolis (pronounced “diversity”, obviously). Pictured right: Brooke Boney Also during his … He wants his first kiss. Matt Okine: 'I had such a naive image of being a new dad', Willian could leave Arsenal in the summer. Matt Okine has been a phenomenal standup comedian and a very decent actor. Matt Okine has been listening to Emma Wiggle, writing his own children's music and looking out for bats on his balcony. Matt Okine's youth saw him losing his mother to cancer and the struggles of having a Ghanese father, much like our narrator "Mike Amon". I’m a monster.”. In the shoot Matt wears a merkin made out of his hair. “Look, we definitely weren’t popping Chandon in the studio,” says Okine. … Based on Matt Okine's award-winning stand-up show, this is a heart-breaking and hilarious story about trying to grow up when everything around you is falling down. “But me and Sofia have really bonded over the last five months. Just landed-- Dad: I'll be there right away!!!!! My dad ran a food stall at Woodford Folk Festival. The most important news, analysis and insights delivered to your inbox at the start and end of each day. But then he welcomed his daughter and all that changed. Bizarre. Welcome to Diver City, launched through ABC Music & ABC Kids Listen, is blooming with life lessons that take place in a fictitious metropolis (pronounced “diversity”, obviously). Matt Okine joined Dyson as co-host in January 2014 when Ballard left Triple J. Australia edition. Matt Okine and Harriet Dyer spill the secrets behind Stan's latest series. Why is the baby up a tree? How did that person get up there holding a baby AND a cradle? The 29-year-old … 716 Likes, 21 Comments - Matt Okine (@mattokine) on Instagram: “Back in my Dad's good books (aka the @couriermail).... #QWeekend 10/11/19” Still, I sing it to my daughter to get her to sleep and it works like a charm, so ... KLP: My dad is a musician and I was lucky enough to have both him and my mum sing songs to me at night to help me fall asleep. Credit:Janie Barrett. When I was six years old, me and a friend sang Tell Me More to our primary school deputy principal, and she was very complimentary of our singing abilities. He wants his dad to stop embarrassing him. The comedian and actor spent the lockdown period in Sydney getting familiar with the torturous sleep regression stage and launching a new project with his longtime musician friend Kristy Lee Peters. ... Okine's dad actually auditioned to play AJ's dad in the series but didn't get the job. It’s a significant change of pace for the duo who built their respective profiles on youth radio network triple j; Peters (DJ name: KLP) spent five years hosting the station’s Saturday night program, House Party, and recently released the chart-topping dance hit Energy with Stace Cadet. WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME??!" I feel like I can make a meaningful contribution to her life as her dad.”, Ahead, Okine and Peters reflect on the songs that shaped their own childhood, including a classic from The Beatles and a nod to the “legends” behind The Wiggles who seldom get the recognition they deserve until parenthood becomes a reality. Conveniently, Okine and Peters became parents at the same time with Peters welcoming her daughter, Siena, five days earlier. Matt Okine did a sexy photo shoot for his podcast with Alex Dyson - All Day Breakfast. The whole soundtrack is about the act of making children, not designed to be listened by them! Dyson returned to Triple J as a temporary Lunch (Weekdays 12 - 3pm) host in 2018, while regular host Gen Fricker filled in for Veronica Milsom on Drive. All the Beatles songs were on heavy rotation but this one in particular was a favourite of mine and worked like a charm. 'I'm going to be a dad!' Matt Okine with his daughter, Sofia.Credit:Janie Barrett. this book is full of heart and humour' — RONNY CHIENG I honestly thought that I would just have a child that could sit on my lap in my office while I made music and wrote scripts and for some reason the baby would be interested in my process … I was straight up delusional.”. Matt Okine with his daughter, Sofia.Credit:Janie Barrett. Parents need a song that goes, "Go to sleep, Jeff, please, I'm begging you, I know your teeth are probably coming through but Mum and Dad need some sleep, please, is it water? Comedian Matt Okine on the difficulties on naming his daughter, the joys of fatherhood, losing his mother at a young age and how his new book Being Black ‘n Chicken, and Chips is not a … Matt Okine’s life path number is 3. They must've been out of their mind. What kind of geniuses make kids' music promoting the idea of waking people up!? I feel like I can make a meaningful contribution to her life as her dad.”, Ahead, Okine and Peters reflect on the songs that shaped their own childhood, including a classic from The Beatles and a nod to the “legends” behind The Wiggles who seldom get the recognition they deserve until parenthood becomes a reality. Matt Okine is a sensitive guy. MO: I was just growing out of the children's music phase when The Wiggles entered the market. My Sister: Hi Dad! New parents Kristy Lee Peters and Matt Okine have collaborated on a children's album. He also wants his mum to survive.When his mum is diagnosed with advanced cancer, Mike figures if he gets his own life right and makes his mum proud, maybe it'll be enough to help her get better.But this might be harder than it looks. Good news, Matt Okine lovers! DadPod with Charlie Clausen and Osher Günsberg. 00:34:02; DadPod is a weekly podcast documenting the new Dad adventures of Charlie Clausen and Osher Günsberg. As Okine says, “I had such a naive image of being a new dad. “I’m the guy that leaves sappy comments under friends’ posts of their children. What have I become? What I’m watching: ... There’s a brief language lesson in my dad’s Ghanaian language. Matt Okine. Matt Okine. Comedian Matt Okine announced on Wednesday's Today show he is expecting his first child with his partner Belinda Rabe. I’ve since sung it to Siena and although she can’t talk to me yet to tell me she likes it, I can feel her energy calm down whenever I hit the same long notes. I look back now and can't believe how rude those lyrics are. . Sign up to The Sydney Morning Herald’s newsletter here, The Age’s newsletter here, Brisbane Times' here and WAtoday's here. “And as a dad you kind of feel helpless because there are things you can do as a supportive partner, but in terms of supporting the child, you can’t feed them and it’s difficult to get them to sleep. Who put it there? The comedian has written and starred in the second season of his Stan TV series, The Other Guy, penned a novel/loose memoir called Being Black ‘N’ Fish & Chips, and become a dad. So, what does a music collaboration look like when you’re juggling two kids under two during a global pandemic? Credit:Janie Barrett. Still, I sing it to my daughter to get her to sleep and it works like a charm, so ... KLP: My dad is a musician and I was lucky enough to have both him and my mum sing songs to me at night to help me fall asleep. They must've been out of their mind. But Juve did not steal anything. We worked as hard as we could to make everyone as different to how they are in real life. MO: Oh boy, I loved this one. I love the message this song brings and if I can impart this sense of ease about life when you hit any road bumps onto Siena then I will be a very happy mum. The whole soundtrack is about the act of making children, not designed to be listened by them! Okine grew up in Brisbane. Multi-talented actor, writer & presenter Matt Okine is one of Australia’s favourite award winning comedians, having spent over 15 years appearing on screens and stages around Australia and the world. So what can fans expect from his new stand-up routine Solo Diner? New parents Kristy Lee Peters and Matt Okine have collaborated on a children's album. WHO wrote this horror story?? The comedian and actor spent the lockdown period in Sydney getting familiar with the torturous sleep regression stage and launching a new project with his longtime musician friend Kristy Lee Peters. On 21 November 2016, Triple J announced that Okine and Dyson would be leaving Triple J at the end of 2016. “Look, we definitely weren’t popping Chandon in the studio,” says Okine. “Solo Diner couldn’t be more different to The Hat Game,” Okine explains. The Other Guy is a six-part series created by Okine and produced by Stan. When I was six years old, me and a friend sang Tell Me More to our primary school deputy principal, and she was very complimentary of our singing abilities. WHO wrote this horror story?? Sign up to The Sydney Morning Herald’s newsletter here, The Age’s newsletter here, Brisbane Times' here and WAtoday's here. My dad's chichingas. Okine performs sell out national tours of his live shows year in, year out, and has gained much popularity on the festival circuit. 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Parents need a song that goes, "Go to sleep, Jeff, please, I'm begging you, I know your teeth are probably coming through but Mum and Dad need some sleep, please, is it water? We’re sorry, this service is currently unavailable. Legends of the game. Tomorrow marks Okine’s second Father’s Day, a milestone he’s looking forward to. Those who walk a … It’s a significant change of pace for the duo who built their respective profiles on youth radio network triple j; Peters (DJ name: KLP) spent five years hosting the station’s Saturday night program, House Party, and recently released the chart-topping dance hit Energy with Stace Cadet. The show has been created by Matt Okine, who also stars as the lead character. How did that person get up there holding a baby AND a cradle? KLP: We sang a medley of Lion King songs in my primary school choir and would belt out these lyrics with big smiles on our faces. Like many famous people and celebrities, Matt Okine keeps his personal life private. The first time I … MO: I have so many questions about this song. It’s based on his stand-up show of the same name which is, in turn, based more than a little on his own life. Credit: Alina Gozin’a What I’m listening to: Emma Watkins from the Wiggles.I can’t tell you how much I’ve listened to Emma over this COVID period because my 18-month-old daughter absolutely loves her. He has made his dad Mack Okine very proud with his work. Listen here. 'An extremely talented storyteller and comedian . Amazon.com: Being Black 'n Chicken, & Chips (Audible Audio Edition): Matt Okine, Matt Okine, Hachette Australia: Audible Audiobooks “I’m the guy that leaves sappy comments under friends’ posts of their children. Tomorrow marks Okine’s second Father’s Day, a milestone he’s looking forward to. Matt Okine never thought he’d be the dad who posted photos of his child on Instagram or spoke about baby milestones to friends over brunch. The first season of the ‘The Other Guy’ premiered on August 17, 2017. Do you want water?? All the Beatles songs were on heavy rotation but this one in particular was a favourite of mine and worked like a charm. “But me and Sofia have really bonded over the last five months. Yet they made it work. MO: Oh boy, I loved this one. Yet they made it work. MATT OKINE. I love the message this song brings and if I can impart this sense of ease about life when you hit any road bumps onto Siena then I will be a very happy mum. Why is the baby up a tree? London are waiting for offers, Pirlo has prepared well for Conte. He has done brilliantly as a radio presenter as well. But other than that, we actually did the opposite. Julia Naughton is the National Lifestyle Editor. Listen here. Tomorrow marks Okine’s second Father’s Day, a milestone he’s looking forward to. . Matt Okine: 'I had such a naive image of being a new dad'. I’ve since sung it to Siena and although she can’t talk to me yet to tell me she likes it, I can feel her energy calm down whenever I hit the same long notes. Conveniently, Okine and Peters became parents at the same time with Peters welcoming her daughter, Siena, five days earlier. She is the person his father, the quirky-but-loving Daddy Mack (Michael Anthony Taylor) warned him against, and still does. Legends of the game. WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME??!" Matt Okine never thought he’d be the dad who posted photos of his child on Instagram or spoke about baby milestones to friends over brunch. It was more organic than that: “When you’re trying to stop a baby from screaming in the middle of the night, lying by her cot in the dark for hours on end with ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ on repeat … that’s when you come up with kids’ music.”. Soon afterwards they went on a family holiday together and hatched a plan to release a children’s album. They're like a beef skewer with a nutty dry rub over them. Matt Okine never thought he’d be the dad who posted photos of his child on Instagram or spoke about baby milestones to friends over brunch. KLP: We sang a medley of Lion King songs in my primary school choir and would belt out these lyrics with big smiles on our faces. The comedian and actor spent the lockdown period in Sydney getting familiar with the torturous sleep regression stage and launching a new project with his longtime musician friend Kristy Lee Peters. “I’m obsessed with her,” says Okine of 18-month-old Sofia. Personal Life. Matt Okine never thought he’d be the dad who posted photos of his child on Instagram or spoke about baby milestones to friends over brunch. Triple J presenter and stand up comedian Matt Okine has revealed his girlfriend of nine years cheated on him with his best friend. 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