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Dads Launch “Periods & Ponytails” Pub Night, Go Viral

6/17/2026

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Matt Carter and Lawrence Price hosted a “Periods & Ponytails” at The Prince pub, West London, where dads examined pads and braided hair.
The first “Pints & Ponytails” session in early February at Lucky Saints Pub went viral.
NEXTA called the gatherings a “boys’ night out,” while Andrew Tate replied with a slur, prompting a joking Instagram post.
On June 7 the hosts partnered with Fluxxbox and announced more summer events.

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Matt Carter and Lawrence Price hosted a “Periods & Ponytails” at The Prince pub, West London, where dads examined pads and braided hair.
The first “Pints & Ponytails” session in early February at Lucky Saints Pub went viral.
NEXTA called the gatherings a “boys’ night out,” while Andrew Tate replied with a slur, prompting a joking Instagram post.
On June 7 the hosts partnered with Fluxxbox and announced more summer events.