Best Father Time DadCast Podcasts (2025)

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Rewind Episode | Mortician Victor M. Sweeney on Raising Death-Positive Kids 50:59

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We've been teasing it for months; a new podcast that we are producing in conjunction with Wavland which is hosted by former Modern Dadhood guest, Victor M. Sweeney. And now the time has come to make the official announcement and share the trailer. And we couldn't think of a better way to do that, than to couple it with a Rewind episode of our origi…

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Trading Careers for Time With My Kid | Joel Costigan on Fatherhood, Adventure, Summer Bonding 48:47

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Does the idea of a whole summer one on one with your kid sound idyllic... or intimidating? If you’ve ever been the primary parent for a whole season, you've likely experienced both of those extremes. In this episode, we’re joined by Joel Costigan, a longtime educator, soccer coach, and dad to a 7-year-old daughter named Ruby. Joel recently made a m…

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A Father's Fight to Reunite | Picasso Cognizance on Child Support + Custody 42:01

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Navigating the legal maze of child support and custody can feel impossible... especially when the system seems stacked against you. Picasso Cognizance learned this the hard way when his partner's family took his son away from him at the age of two. Picasso spent the next nearly two decades paying child support, immersing himself in the world of par…

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Rewind Episode | Jordan Shapiro on Fatherhood + Feminism 33:09

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What does it mean to be a "feminist dad"? Maybe a better place to start is asking: what does it mean to be a feminist at all... and why is that term so controversial? There are many ideas and misunderstandings associated with the concept of feminism, and in August of 2021, we were fortunate to explore feminism and fatherhood with the brilliant Jord…

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Can Cleaning Products Build Stronger Partnerships? | Sean Busch of Dad Mode on Gendered Marketing to Dads 24:28

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Ever notice how most spray cleaners and detergents seem to be marketed straight out of the 1950s... and almost always to moms? Entrepreneur Sean Busch is on a mission to flip the script. Sean is a dad of two kids who LOVE to make messes, and he's the founder of Dad Mode, a new line of high-performance cleaning products designed specifically for dad…

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Father's Day 2025 | Father/Son Reflections on Being a Dad 33:23

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Does it get more "meta" than interviewing your own parent about parenting? For our Father’s Day 2025 Special, Adam Flaherty goes deep with a truly special and personal guest: his own father. Tom Flaherty isn’t just Adam’s dad; he's a father of four (spanning 20 years in age!), an Air Force veteran, a retired police officer, and an inspiration and b…

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Rewind Episode | Sesame Street's Emilio Delgado on Fatherhood, Legacy, Family 28:59

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Think back to your childhood... Did you have a TV neighbor, friend, or mentor who you trusted? For millions of young people, that person was Luis from Sesame Street, played for over four decades by the legendary Emilio Delgado. In this Rewind episode which originally aired in July of 2020, Emilio discusses becoming a positive role model and even a …

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Building Trust Around Screens + Social Media | Soren Poulsen on Raising Digital Citizens 34:02

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Do you feel uneasy about handing your kid an internet-enabled device? Or feel like you know very little about what they're doing online? It can be really tough to broach conversations about this stuff without instantly putting our kids on the defense. We're joined by Soren Poulsen, co-founder of Raising Digital Citizens and father of two, who, alon…

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Rewind Episode | Thyge Trimble on Preparing For Fatherhood 27:56

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Feeling unprepared for the challenges of fatherhood? You’re certainly not alone. In this Rewind episode, Editor-In-Chief Tyghe Trimble, formerly of Fatherly, joins us to navigate the roadmap to modern dadhood. When we chatted with Tyghe in November of 2021, he and his team at Fatherly had just released the insightful book Fatherhood: A Comprehensiv…

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Making Mealtime a Family Affair | Chef David Nayfeld on Picky Eaters + Family Friendly Recipes 55:47

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Struggling with kids who are picky eaters? Want to involve your kids in meal preparation but don't know where to start? This episode is for you. We welcome esteemed professional chef (and professional dad) David Nayfeld, who brings fresh ideas to your family kitchen. With his upcoming cookbook, Dad, What's for Dinner?, David shares recipes and stra…

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Breaking The Cycle, Filling The Void | Chris Robbins on Self Development + Empty Nesting 59:49

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Dads, ever feel like you're on autopilot, where each day is just running through the same motions? You're not alone. Dad of three Chris Robbins joins us to discuss how Soul Degree seeks to help men interrupt the flow, get outside, and take some well-deserved time to focus on bettering ourselves. Chris also shares candidly about being a new "empty n…

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Modern Dadhood Podcast Trailer | Parenting Podcast for Dads (and Moms!) 3:11

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🎥 Watch the video trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKuKFz1u3_Q Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket are two dads from suburban New England. And while they might think they’re pretty funny and cool, the world clearly does NOT need another white dude ramble-cast. That’s why Modern Dadhood explores what it really means to be a "dad" through can…

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Navigating Miscarriage and Grief as a Dad | Kelly Jean-Philippe on Pregnancy Loss + Healing 49:17

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According to most medical sources, roughly 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. Although we probably all know people who have experienced miscarriage (or have ourselves), this is a staggering statistic. But according to Kelly Jean-Philippe, host of The Miscarriage Dads podcast, men are often overlooked and undermined when it comes to gri…

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Rewind Episode | Activist Jermaine Moore on DEI + Fatherhood 31:33

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than buzzwords—they’re at the heart of today’s cultural and political conversations. In a time when these topics spark both progress and polarization, it’s a conversation well worth elevating, especially for parents striving to shape the next generation. For parents who feel uncertainty around how to …

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Mic Drop Moments: 2024's Most Surprising Dad Stories 31:29

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Join hosts Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket in this special compilation episode as they highlight the most eye-opening moments of 2024, sharing insightful and unexpected clips from a year of remarkable guest interviews. Clips include: ↳ Actor George Basil (HBO's Crashing, Barbie) on how single parenthood awards him a unique relationship with his teen…

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Inspiring a World of Imagination | Chris Van Dusen on Writing + Illustrating Kids' Books 48:26

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Have you ever read a book to your kids and been so disappointed by how uninspired the story is? Or how half-baked the visuals are? Or how poor the grammar is? Same. That's why when you come across the truly great ones, you elevate them and celebrate them. Maine author and illustrator (and father of two) Chris Van Dusen joins us to share about all t…

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Fostering Confidence and Gratitude in Teenagers | Ed Gerety on Present Parenting, Communication Strategies 49:09

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Any parents of teenagers? (...Or have kids who will be teenagers before you know it?) The seismic shifts that take place during the teenage years can make parenting feel impossible. Inspirational speaker Ed Gerety joins the conversation to impart some wisdom on how to raise curious, grateful, resilient, and self-sufficient teenagers in today's fast…

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Becoming the "Grown Up Dad" You’re Meant to Be | Joe Gidjunis on His PBS Docuseries 40:30

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Every new parent stumbles and bumbles their way through learning the responsibilities of their new job, and adapting to their new lifestyle. Most of the "what to expect" books for dads seem to focus on swaddling and potty training, when what we really need is resources for loneliness or advice on how to keep your cool when you're totally overwhelme…

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What Will Our Kids Be Saying About Us? | Pete Holmes on Fatherhood, Vulnerability, Comedy 54:02

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What do happiness hacks, magic mushrooms at Bonnaroo, and suburban dadding have in common? Comedian Pete Holmes, that's what. Pete (You Made It Weird podcast, HBO's Crashing) has been a "pie in the sky" guest for since the wee beginnings of Modern Dadhood, and the conversation didn't disappoint. Pete opens up about being a vulnerable dad, the impor…

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High Highs and Low Lows | Ryan O'Connell on Surrogacy + IVF From Dad's Perspective 47:56

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In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is a stressful, emotional path to becoming a parent. Adding a surrogate to the equation introduces a new set of risks and stressors. For Ryan O'Connell and his wife, when the stars aligned and their healthy, perfect baby was born, it was nothing short of a miracle... and then they hit the lottery a second time. During o…

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Exhausted, Burned Out, And Perpetually Behind | US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on Parenting, Fatherhood 50:25

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Do you feel perpetually behind? Or so stressed each day that it’s debilitating? Well, it turns out you’re not alone. (Far from it, actually.) The US Surgeon General reports that 48% of parents say that most days, their stress is “completely overwhelming.” How do we know this? Because the Nation's Doctor told us himself. US Surgeon General, Dr. Vive…

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Rewind Episode | Sean Carrillo on Being Beck's Step Dad 32:20

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Still riding the high of seeing Beck perform with a live orchestra (and getting the rare chance to say hello to him post-show), Adam chose to resurface our 2021 interview with Beck's step-dad, the multi-talented Sean Carrillo, for this week's Rewind episode. Sean's story of marrying into a family with two kids who were only 10 and 12 years his juni…

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Dismantling Birth Care Stereotypes | Teddy The Doula on Empowering New Moms AND Dads 37:25

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Have you ever wondered about the true value that a doula brings to pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond? We're joined by Timothy Gant Jr., also known as "Teddy The Doula," a trailblazing male doula from Houston, Texas. Timothy shares his journey into the traditionally female-dominated field, the unique challenges and joys of his practice, and the vita…

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Rewind Episode | She / Her / DAD | Tessa White on Trans Fatherhood 53:03

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This "Rewind" episode doubles as our Father's Day 2024 episode! The guys chat about what an ideal Father's Day would look like, play a fun quiz game, and then throw back to the 2022 interview with trans dad Tessa White who shares candidly about her unique journey of trans fatherhood. Tessa opens up about her family's dynamics, the challenges she fa…

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U Mad Bro? | Men's Coach Sean Hotchkiss on Anger, Trauma, and Healing 49:00

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According to Men's Coach and Somatic Practitioner Sean Hotchkiss, everyone carries traumatic experiences with them from when they were young. These can be major emotional traumas like the divorce of your parents, or they can be micro traumas... but when they are left unresolved, they can shape who we are as adults (and parents), how we navigate lif…

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Mother's Day Special 2024! 32:48

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It's Mother's Day 2024, and we dedicate this episode to ALL the moms—the real superheroes who make our families run like well-oiled machines with their dedication, selflessness, and boundless love. Marc and Adam wager guesses on what would make for an ideal Mother's Day for their wives (and then hear directly from their wives about how accurate the…

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Rewind Episode | The Today Show's Craig Melvin on Fatherhood, Parenting 32:38

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In July 2021, Dateline NBC reporter and Today Show personality Craig Melvin joined us to talk fatherhood. He shared candidly about the process of writing his book Pops: Learning To Be A Son And A Father, including stepping out of his comfort zone to conduct a number of interviews with his own dad. Craig reflected on his childhood, his relationship …

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Breathe, Feel, Then Move | Ryan Cooper on Fitness, Breathing, Combating The Dad Bod 44:34

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Dads, raise your hand if becoming a parent resulted in falling out of healthy routines like exercise and mindful eating? Yeah, same here. And it's only natural... when there's a new baby in the picture your priorities immediately shift to your partner, the baby's well-being... and your own survival. But months (or years) later, it can be very intim…

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Rewind Episode | Matt Gourley on Being a New Dad, Finding Balance 28:41

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Episode 59 originally aired in February, 2020. Becoming a new parent can be a special kind of mayhem. Add a global pandemic into the mix, and the chaos of the first few months are elevated to a new level. But depending on your situation, those challenges may be coupled with opportunity. In Episode 59, podcaster, producer, actor, and all around crea…

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Many Ways To Say I Love You | Dr. Francois Clemmons on Cosmic Fatherhood + Fred Rogers 44:11

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For those of us who grew up watching Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers taught us many lessons via his cast of characters in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe; the most prominent of which is that there are many ways to express your love and appreciation for someone. One member of that cast in particular, Dr. Francois Clemmons ("Officer Clemmon…

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Boredom Is The Birth of Art | Author Brady Smith on Parenting, Skateboarding, Kids' Books 49:23

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What do bugs, sandwiches, skateboarding, comics, Saved By The Bell, mural painting, a chicken coop... and DADHOOD all have in common? Well, they have author and artist Brady Smith in common. (Duh.) Brady returns to the podcast to chat about many of the seemingly random things listed above... but most of all, how much he and his wife Tiffani Thiesse…

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Rewind Episode | Danny Tamberelli on Nickelodeon, Nostalgia, Fatherhood 31:00

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A Day-Glo orange splatter of paint. A geyser of green slime. A seductive forearm tattoo named Petunia. If this doesn't conjure up some serious nostalgia, you either weren't a kid in the 90s, or your mom banned you from watching Nickelodeon. We invited Nick veteran and new dad Danny Tamberelli to the podcast to chat about growing up in the spotlight…

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SZN 3 Ep. 004- Why Do Men Cheat? Stop Draining Your Man's Life! 54:56

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SEASON 3 of FATHER TIME DADCAST IS HERE!!! 2 fathers (Eddie & Cam) are now being joined by to new Co-host Jose & Angel! They join the group and now the new group is getting together to discuss life, fatherhood, relationships and personal experience in raising their kids. This episode we discuss why men cheat on a woman they claim to love? We also d…

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What Is a "Lead Dad" ...And Could I Be One? | Paul Sullivan on Fatherhood 43:20

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When you hear the phrase "Lead Dad," what does it make you think? A "stay at home" dad? A dad who prides himself on being the more involved parent? To Paul Sullivan, Founder of The Company of Dads, being a "Lead Dad" is much different... and many of us naturally fall into the category. Hear Paul discuss The Company of Dads' mission to inspire more …

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SZN 3 Ep. 003- Physical Imperfections?, Learn Echother's Hobbies! 1:01:59

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SEASON 3 of FATHER TIME DADCAST IS HERE!!! 2 fathers (Eddie & Cam) are now being joined by to new Co-host Jose & Angel! They join the group and now the new group is getting together to discuss life, fatherhood, relationships and personal experience in raising their kids. This episode we discuss how imperfections are not a big deal to guys. Also, te…

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Parenting Podcast Collab | Margaret Ables + Amy Wilson of What Fresh Hell 59:12

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What fresh hell is this episode all about? Well, it's a collaboration with our new friends Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables, hosts of the popular momhood podcast What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood. The four parenting podcasters waste no time digging into why there are so many more motherhood podcasts than fatherhood podcasts, the valu…

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SZN 3 Ep. 002- When Do Men Know They Want Marriage? Men Are NOT Mind Readers! 51:02

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SEASON 3 of FATHER TIME DADCAST IS HERE!!! 2 fathers (Eddie & Cam) are now being joined by to new Co-host Jose & Angel! They join the group and now the new group is getting together to discuss life, fatherhood, relationships and personal experience in raising their kids. This episode we answer listeners questions and clarify why men get married and…

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An Actor's Guide to Thriving in Single Parenthood | George Basil on Fatherhood, Raising a Teenager 53:35

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Being a single parent may result from an unplanned pregnancy, the relationship between two partners evolving or ending, or a purposeful decision. No matter the reason, it's fair to assert that single parents will navigate some unique challenges when raising a kid. George Basil (HBO's Crashing, Netflix's Flaked) joins us to reflect on raising his te…

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SZN 3 Ep. 001- New Co-host!! Physical or Emotional Cheating? Finances should be Split or Together? 49:56

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SEASON 2 of FATHER TIME DADCAST IS HERE!!! 2 fathers (Eddie & Cam) are now being joined by to new Co-host Jose & Angel! They join the group and now the new group is getting together to discuss life, fatherhood, relationships and personal experience in raising their kids. This episode we answer listeners questions and talk about how to deal with fin…

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The Best of 2023 | Adam & Marc's Top 3 Clips 53:04

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2023 has come to and end and Adam & Marc reflect on the guests, topics, and great conversations from the past year. The guys each present their Top 3 clips from the various episodes, and Marc closes out the episode with an utterly explicit edition of "So That's a Thing Now." The guys open Episode 95 of Modern Dadhood by catching up briefly on healt…

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Saint Nick Sets The Record Straight | A Chat With Santa Claus 31:09

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In our holiday 2023 episode, we landed an interview with Father Christmas himself, Santa Claus. This episode is designed for parents and kids to enjoy together, as we ask Santa some hard-hitting questions which are on the minds of children around the world... and Santa delivers! Happy Holidays from our families to yours. We are grateful for you! Ep…

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Reviving Empathy Through Images of Real Leadership | Photographer Pete Souza on Empathy, Dignity, Fatherhood 48:11

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There are certain qualities, like leadership, empathy, kindness, respect, and compassion, that we all aspire for our children to embody as they grow. In this episode, Adam and Marc get a bit deep with Pulitzer Prize winner and Official White House photographer for two presidential terms, Pete Souza, who had the remarkable opportunity to capture the…

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Encouraging Independence and Personal Responsibility in Our Kids | Bunthol Kim on Teenage Fatherhood 38:54

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Is there a "right" way to reach our children to be independent and self-reliant? If we always do everything for them, they may never learn to own their responsibilities. But it can be emotionally trying (and short-term inconvenient) to allow them to fail and learn from their mistakes. B Kim joins us to discuss his family's approach to instilling a …

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The Art of Explaining Farewells | Mortician Victor M. Sweeney on Fatherhood, Death, Balance 48:30

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There are a million idioms about death: It's "the only certainty in life." It's "the end of the road." It's "the great equalizer." But even as adults, death can be impossibly difficult to understand and process, let alone to know the best way to explain death to our kids. Mortician Victor M. Sweeney joins the conversation to share his wisdom on how…

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Back to School, Back to Pod | Scott Mazuzan on Fatherhood + Parenting 37:42

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The guys make a formal apology for ghosting listeners for a short late-Summer stretch before talking "back to school" season with friend and dad of two, Scott Mazuzan. Episode 90 of Modern Dadhood starts with a rapid-fire catch up between Adam and Marc in which they each share several quick life updates in just a few words with no additional contex…

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The Unattainable Myth of Work-Life Balance | Young Han on Fatherhood, Business, Happiness 46:47

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"Work-Life Balance" is a buzzworthy phrase that has taken on new meaning since 2020. And it's a funny one, because it essentially divides your time into two camps: Work... and everything else. As parents, we all strive to set boundaries such that when we're NOT working, we can be present with our family or rediscover our sense of self... but it's r…

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Understanding Our Digital Footprint | Marc Groman on Online Privacy for Kids 46:41

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One of the most important things we must drive home to our children before putting a device in their hand, according to Privacy Professional Marc Groman, is that what they share on the internet should be treated as public and permanent... even if they only intend for one person to see it. Groman, who served in the Obama administration as chair of t…

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Raising Privacy-Conscious Kids in the Digital Age | Marc Groman on Fatherhood and Privacy 50:47

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We've all heard (or experienced) the horror stories around cyber bullying, the consequences of sexting, or kids accidentally blowing through thousands of dollars on a popular video game. And as dads, contemplating how (and when) to grant our kids access to certain types of technology can be overwhelming. But even beyond which social media accounts …

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The Funny Side of Fatherhood | Comedian Dustin Nickerson on Fatherhood, Comedy, and Work Ethic 36:58

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It was never all that easy to predict the future, but it always felt like there were at least a few things you could rely on. However, these days, the fate of even some of the more historically steadfast institutions is murky at best: for example, the notion of attending college to get a degree so you can venture out on the path to your career. Wha…

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Mother's Day 2023 | Revisiting The Mom Takeover 52:16

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We love and respect all the mothers all year 'round... and can't think of a better day than Mother's Day to turn the show over to our wives to let them catch up about "modern momhood." This episode features the "Mom Takeover" by Sarah Flaherty and Jamie Checket, originally shared in June of 2021. With little instruction and a batch of questions and…