Matthew Murphy, front-man of the iconic UK band The Wombats, joins us in our first VulnerabiliTea House of 2025.

In this episode, Murph answers one of life’s most terrifying questions, “In what ways do you fear you could negatively impact your children?”

He also shares his experience with panic attacks, anxiety and depression and is extremely honest detailing how alcohol became a crutch.

Becoming sober, which Murph describes as the best decision of his life, was not easy. Murph goes into detail about what the withdrawal process was like and how he began to find joy in activities again.

Murph, thank you for soundtracking our youths (and current lives), and thank you for this incredibly helpful conversation.

If you would like to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: https://bit.ly/4i6hRRi

💿 Things to listen to:

• Love Fame Tragedy (Murph’s solo project) - https://apple.co/432zLQP
• The Wombats new album Oh! The Ocean - https://apple.co/4gNrgvV

Enjoyed this episode but want a little more? Good news, we have a brand new show called A Little More Imperfects over on Patreon! Visit: www.patreon.com/theimperfects

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The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

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It’s time for Announcement Number Three! A brand-new Imperfects Live Show (!!!!!!).

That’s right, we’re going on the road again. In October, November, and December of this year (2025), we’ll be performing a brand-new stage show, around the country!

It’s gonna be bigger, it’s gonna be better, and we promise we won’t let Hugh (or Chat GPT) write the show. All responsibility will henceforth be given to Random Word Generator!

We would love and adore to see you there!

🎟️ Click here to get your tickets – https://bit.ly/3EHPYkj

If you would like to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - https://bit.ly/3CYoOF8

If you would like to subscribe to A Little More Imperfects, click here – www.patreon.com/theimperfects

🫖 Other Imperfects episodes mentioned

• Gina Chick - Don’t Fight Life - https://apple.co/3UKpxQ8

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Psychologist Maria Ruberto is back to talk about one of the most important parts of our day: sleep.

Starting off with the biology of sleep, Maria takes us through how we get to sleep, what happens when we sleep, and why we desperately need to sleep for good health and longevity. With metaphors galore to make the science as relatable as possible, we discuss the role of melatonin, the impact of screens on our suprachiasmatic nucleus and whether it’s worth cutting your sleep short to exercise?

In more practical terms, Maria shares what sleep hygiene actually looks like, and, to Hugh and Josh’s relief, how hormones released during parenthood act to buffer against sleep deprivation.

So set your sleep alarms, get comfy, and tuck yourself in for a BIG episode!

Sweet dreams x

If you would like to watch this full video on YouTub, follow this link: https://bit.ly/4htdJLj

If you’d like to subscribe to our Patreon, A Little More Imperfects, sign up here: Patreon.com/theimperfects

🫖 Other Imperfect’s episodes mentioned in this episode:

• Maria Ruberto - Advancing Despite Adversity - https://apple.co/4e2Io05
• Dr Emily - Social Anxiety, They’ve Got It Too - https://apple.co/3COk1pd

💻 Things to check out:

• Salutegenics Psychology - https://bit.ly/3WuhOFG
• Resilience First Aid - https://bit.ly/40WtaEP
• Matt Walker’s Website - www.sleepdiplomat.com
• Matt Walker’s QQRT assessment - https://bit.ly/4b0ErbF

🎧 Things to listen to:

• Jerry Seinfeld - The Tim Ferriss Show - https://apple.co/3CQc6Iv

📖 Things to read:

• Why We Sleep by Matt Walker - https://bit.ly/3COHNSv
• Michael Mosley’s Research - https://bit.ly/3WVkdKC
• Resilience First Peer Reviewed Research - https://bit.ly/3CB53n5

📺 Things to watch:

• Professor Jeff Ilaff - TedTalk on Sleep - https://bit.ly/3QhgB1G
• Matt Walker - REM sleep psychosis - https://bit.ly/4gJmv6J
• Matt Walker - MasterClass on Dreaming - https://bit.ly/3CQMkUs

💤 Melbourne Sleep Labs:

*please note, some of these require a referral from a GP or specialist

• Alfred Health - https://bit.ly/42SKw80
• Monash Health - https://bit.ly/3ECiLGM
• Epworth Sleep Centre - https://bit.ly/4hzylBI
• Melbourne Sleep Disorders Centre - https://bit.ly/4gDFcbS
• The Royal Melbourne Hospital Sleep Clinic - https://bit.ly/3ELbm7Y

The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.