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Carpe Diem, Kids! | Peter Jude Ricciardi on Fatherhood and Following Your Dreams: Making your own way, seizing the day, putting yourself out there. Describe it however you like, but Peter Jude Ricciardi is here to tell you that if you put in the effort, step out of your comfort zone, and don't be afraid to "fake it 'til you make it," you can achieve great things. The best part? Your kids are observing and learning from your work ethic! by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Making Presence A Priority | Musician Tyler Ramsey on Focused Fatherhood: This world is full of distractions. And those nagging distractions often pull us away from the people we care about the most. Tyler Ramsey, solo artist and former songwriter and lead guitarist for Band Of Horses, has actively worked to create a life for his family that reduces distraction and promotes living in the moment. In this episode, he shares that when he’s not touring the world on a bus, a slower-paced, self-sufficient lifestyle leads to a deeper connection with nature and his family. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Comedy In The Time Of Covid | THE DAD's Matt Fisher on Humor, Dad Jokes, and Quarantine: Humor can be a welcomed distraction for the writer, reader, performer, and audience alike. And in times of despair, it can be hard to make heads or tails of what’s funny. Matt Fisher, comedian, writer, and on-screen talent with The Dad, joins the podcast to wax about why the role of dad is so ripe for comedy. Things get a wee bit deep as we discuss how a shift from sarcastic and cynical comedy to sincerity and empathy has the potential to bring people together and encourage escapism. Plus, Adam discovers breathing, and Marc gets his punchline stolen. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Terry O'Quinn: The Full Conversation: This conversation with veteran actor Terry O'Quinn is an extended version of the same conversation in Modern Dadhood Episode 7. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

32 min listen

The Setup: Welcome to Modern Dadhood. An ongoing conversation about the joys, challenges, and general insanity of being a dad in this moment. Also, the first installment of "So, That's a Thing Now!" by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

16 min listen

Making Memories and Building Self Reliance | Justin Kelcourse on Boat Life: Some parents take their kids to Disney. Some visit Grandma in Boise every July. And some move their family into a small boat for most of the year. Justin Kelcourse, a real estate agent and father of two, shares with us how he and his partner manage to raise their family on a boat. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Balancing Fame With Fatherhood | Actor Terry O'Quinn on Parenting, LOST, Getting Recognized: You might be known as “sir” to your subordinates, “doc” to your patients, or “officer” to the person you're handcuffing. But to your kids, you're just plain old "dad"... even when you're on the big screen opposite Luke Wilson or expertly throwing knives on The Island. In Episode 7, we chat with veteran actor Terry O’Quinn about his on screen roles, as well as the role he didn't have to audition for: Hunter and Oliver's dad. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

First Time Dad: 3 Month Countdown | Chad Richardson Ponders His Forthcoming Life Change: Expecting your first child can be both exciting and unsettling. There’s so much to learn, do, prepare, and buy before you take on the single most important job you’ve ever had. Becoming a first time dad in 2020, when it feels like the whole planet could just fold in on itself at any given moment, is a different kind of unnerving. Thankfully, Chad Richardson is feeling optimistic and focused on the silver linings as he prepares to take on fatherhood in three short months. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

31 min listen

Father Figure, On Camera And Off | Sesame Street’s Emilio Delgado on Being a Role Model and Dad: Imagine, if you will, you’re a young Latino man in your late twenties living in Los Angeles. You’ve just had your first child and you’re pounding the pavement, working your ass off to land any acting gig you can get. And then one day the telephone rings, and the opportunity of a lifetime presents itself… three thousand miles away. That’s the beginning of Emilio Delgado’s journey as both a father and an esteemed actor best known for portraying the beloved Luis Rodriguez on Sesame Street. Emilio joins us on Modern Dadhood to discuss being a father to his son, stepsons, and adopted daughter—and a role model and father figure to millions of kids across the world. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

35 min listen

Raising Our Boys To Be Respectful Men | Ted Bunch on Gender, Consent, Fatherhood: Gender inequality. Vulnerability. Consent. No doubt, these can be tough subjects to broach with our sons. But if we hope to raise our boys to be respectful, emotionally healthy men, then these are conversations which must be had. Adam explores these themes and more with father of six and Chief Development Officer of A CALL TO MEN, Ted Bunch. Plus, Marc has yet another awkward, dairy-themed encounter with his kids. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

35 min listen

Adam's Top 5: Through the last 50 plus episodes, the conversations on Modern Dadhood have ranged from silly to serious, covered topics from dealing with big emotions to what it’s like raising children when you live on a boat. The guys have been joined by an assemblage of old friends, new friends, and, on occasion, notable celebs. Two episodes ago (Ep 55), Marc ushered a trip down memory lane sharing 5 of his favorite selections from our conversations. Now it's Adam's turn! by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

39 min listen

I'm Not Crying, You're Crying | Christian Hayes on Vulnerability by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Songs, And The Kids Who Demand to Hear Them | Rapper Spose on Fatherhood and Music: Have you had it up to your ears with “Into The Unknown”? Or is your kid more of the “Shake it Off” type? Music can create memories, influence decisions, drive creativity, and can even become the lens through which you view the world around you. We thought someone who writes, performs, and produces awesome songs might possess unique insight into WHY certain music captivates our kids. Rapper (and dad of 4) Spose proved us right, and dropped some science. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Expanding The Definition of Creativity | Chris Ballew on Fatherhood, Raising Creative Kids: How do you define creativity? If we encourage our kids to be creative, will they be more successful later in life? Adam and Marc explore the topic of creativity with Chris Ballew, lead singer of Presidents of the United States of America, creator of Caspar Babypants, and, dare we say, friend of the show. Also, the trials of talking to our kids about how to say no when something feels off. And what was Marc's childhood buffoonery that should have cursed him with gingivitis for life? by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 min listen

The Fun Dad Dilemma | Greg Kretschmar on Dad Pranks, Respect: Are you a dad who loves pulling pranks? Are you unable to stop goofing around with your kids, even when it's past their bedtime? Would your spouse say that you're the "fun dad"? If so, this episode is for you. We rap with legendary radio personality Greg Kretschmar about how to maintain authority as the dad, when you also seek the mischief and companionship of a friend. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Daredevil Dad | Peter Shankman on ADHD, Skydiving, and Fatherhood: Remember life before kids? We did things a certain way, we went places, we stayed up late, had hobbies, and some of us were even thrill seekers. Did that change when kids came into the picture? Or were you able to strike a balance between caring for kids and doing things for you? Peter Shankman, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, Ironman triathlete, and single dad, joins the show to talk about his experiences with balancing things in his “Faster Than Normal” life. Plus, in a new installment of "So That’s a Thing Now" we learn about the latest questionable thing Marc has inadvertently taught his kids to say. (Or perhaps it wasn’t so inadvertent after all.) Stick around until the tail end of this one for a special treat. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

33 min listen

Rethinking Back to School | High School Teacher Jon L’Ecuyer on The Contentious Return To Learning: Entering into a new school year is anxiety-inducing as it is. This year, for many parents it feels like teetering on a precipice— each way down lined with more questions than answers. We sit down with Jon L’Ecuyer, a high school Government teacher and dad to a second grade daughter, to discuss the choices that his family is contemplating. We talk navigating hybrid learning models, juggling homeschooling with working from home, getting creative with hands-on assignments, and the myriad other back to school considerations. Also, find out whether Marc’s kids share his preferred method of eating an ice cream cone. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

32 min listen

The Unlearning Process | Stephen Stratton on Transgender Parenting: The mission of Modern Dadhood is to meet and learn from dads whose fatherhood experiences are different than our own. In this episode, guest Stephen Stratton gives us some new perspective and helps us realize the transgender taboo we grew up with doesn't exist in the same way for our kids. If we can bypass the stubborn notion that we might offend someone by asking the wrong question, we might find there’s a ton we have in common simply by being present, engaged dads. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

36 min listen

Spose: The Full Conversation: This conversation with rapper Spose is an extended version of the conversation on the topic of music that demands our kids' attention, featured in Modern Dadhood Episode 5. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

41 min listen

The Father My Father Never Was | Andre Jalil on Absentee Dads and Black Fatherhood in America: How often does your kid do something so funny, cute, smart, or outrageous that you wish you could capture it and share it with the world? (And how often do you follow through on that?) Multi-talented content creator and father of one, Andre Jalil, is a master of documenting life with his-two year-old daughter Lyric Sanaa on video. The result is a treasure trove of hilarious and heart melting content that leaves no doubt that Andre, who grew up without his own father, embraces and adores his role as Lyric’s dad. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

33 min listen

Bedtime Stories I Tell My Kids, But Maybe Shouldn't | Author Michael Addis on Honesty and Fatherhood: Take a moment to think back across your life. Do you have certain experiences that have always resonated with you, whether significant or unremarkable? Commercial director, editor, show runner, and author Michael Addis has spent years documenting his favorite life stories, and he joins the Modern Dadhood conversation to share about his new book Who’s Your Daddy?: Bedtime Stories I Tell My Kids, But Maybe Shouldn’t. Mike shares some wisdom about honesty and the value of being open and direct with our kids about complex issues, dealing with life’s pitfalls, and questioning the narrative. Also, the the long-awaited return of the super smash hit segment Confessions. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 min listen

When Our Schedules Don't Align | Josh Cecot on Parenting: People have to work, no mystery there. What is a mystery, though, is how best to make sense out of busy schedules when kids are in the picture. Do you want to know who holds the key to that mystery? Us too! That's why we talked with Josh Cecot, someone who juggles an irregular schedule as the General Manager of a restaurant with being a husband and a dad of two. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

30 min listen

Hearing Beyond the Words | Richard Capriola on Adolescent Substance Abuse: At the end of the COVID tunnel, the thought of light is very appealing — 2020 was a whopper. The pandemic has affected us all differently. We’ve developed our own ways of navigating hurdles and managing emotional stress. Middle and high school kids faced unique challenges as they missed iconic milestones and were robbed of social lives. While drugs and alcohol have always been a concern for parents, 2020 saw a rise in addiction among adolescents looking for a coping mechanism. Author Richard Capriola brings decades of experience to the conversation and shares ideas on how parents can best support their kids. His book, “The Addicted Child,” lays out the warning signs and offers seasoned advice to help turn this trend around. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

36 min listen

Crying Over Spilt Milk | Scotty Iseri on Strengthening Social-Emotional Skills In Kids And Their Dads: Social-emotional learning, mindfulness, soft skills, emotional intelligence— call it what you want. Learning how to understand and deal with emotions plays a significant role in our ability to handle all varieties of problems we face throughout our lives. In this episode, we get into the nitty-gritty with Scotty Iseri, father of a 7-year-old son and fellow podcaster, on the true value of social-emotional learning (SEL) in school and at home. Also, we test out a new drinking game and encounter a commode-themed mystery in the Flaherty household. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

33 min listen

Protecting My Kid During A Crisis | Kevin Sturtevant on Fear and Fatherhood: For most dads, when our first child is born, a switch flips inside our brains which alerts us that we're now responsible for protecting another human... and we'll go to extremes to fulfill that responsibility. But how do we protect our kids from an intangible, invisible threat that upends our daily routines and challenges our stability? Kevin Sturtevant shares the story of his six-year-old son Sam's high risk infancy and dangerous vulnerability to viruses like Covid-19, and what his family is doing to stay safe during an uncertain time. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

31 min listen

Kevin White: The Full Conversation: This conversation with Army Officer Kevin White is an extended version of the conversation featured in Modern Dadhood Episode 18. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

35 min listen

Shared Values Make Tough Conversations Easier | Journalist Patrick Coleman on Questions, Opinions, Not Having All The Answers: How do we maintain a positive dialogue with our kids when examples of adversity seem ever-present in daily life? Journalist and Parenting Editor at Fatherly, Patrick Coleman, joins Adam and Marc to discuss how a set of family values can provide a foundation for engaging in challenging conversations. And how complex, real-world examples, if framed the right way, can be valuable in helping our kids become resilient. Also, the guys each take a deep breath and leap into another installment of the fan-favorite segment, "Confessions." [This is part two of a two-part interview.] by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 min listen

A Father Facing Mortality | Robert Bailey on Building a Legacy: Do you ponder your own death? Is it something you worry about? Wonder when it will happen? Did your perspective on death change when you became a father? Death is inevitable, and it can be uncomfortable, even stressful to talk about, especially when children are in the picture. For Robert Bailey, this is a familiar conversation. Robert has stage 4 cancer which started in his bladder and has taken over his body in just over two years’ time, leaving him no option but to prepare for the inevitable much sooner than anyone should. Robert joins us to share about his fatherhood joys, his impossibly hard journey, and how he is using his remaining time to build a legacy for his two-year-old son to remember him by. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

38 min listen

Finding Adventure In Active Duty | US ARMY Officer Kevin White on Military Fatherhood: The military lifestyle can be hard. Uncertainty and risk are ever-present, and that stress can affect family members just as much as the active duty soldier... Perhaps even more. US Army Officer and dad of one daughter, Kevin White, shares openly about his family's experience navigating a challenging, rewarding, and often nomadic military lifestyle. Plus, Marc shares about a recent trip to the ER. And, in a new segment called "Confessions," Adam reveals a deep dark secret that might just make his kids lose their very minds. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

33 min listen

Everything is Everything’s Everything | Ben Lee on Dadhood and Life: In part two of the conversation, Adam and Marc jump back into things with Ben Lee after pausing while he fields a phone call from a child in distress. The. Dadding. Never. Stops. From there, the guys explore a willingness to discuss heavy topics, leading by example, the importance of balancing skill with intuition, and speaking to the kid inside the grown-up... really, a little bit of everything. Finally, stick around to the end to hear about Marc’s new musical side project: Stuffed Animal. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

31 min listen

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