When Life Throws You a Curve Ball | Adam & Marc Talk Moms and Life | Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!) Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

30 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

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

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

The Science of Living | Ben Lee on Fatherhood, Culture, Lifelong Learning: Parents are teachers. Even those of us without degree in education. Our children are constantly observing us and learning from our behaviors, personalities, and how we navigate adventures, crises, relationships, and life in general. Musician, activist, and rockstar dad Ben Lee joins the conversation for a deep dive on fatherhood, leading by example, and promoting a love for lifelong learning to our children. Plus, Marc recalls a time he got the flop sweats, and Adam's children drive him to literally question his very sanity! by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

39 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

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

Stepdad? Nah... Bonus Dad | Rafael Torres on Step Parenting, Stigma, Fatherhood: Parenthood is a challenging adventure. And in a blended family, step parenting comes with its own set of unique obstacles. From custody arrangements to personal conflicts to social stigma, step-fatherhood, in particular, has developed a curious reputation over the decades. Rafael Torres, a father to two young daughters, (one biological and one step), shares perspective and advice that all dads could benefit from hearing—and why he prefers the term “Bonus Dad" to step dad all day long. Stick around to the end for the special subsegment of "So That’s A Thing Now:" So Those Are Things Now. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 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

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

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

Regression, Rewards, and Puddles on Floors | Evan Ozimek-Maier on Potty Training: Every parent hopes to cruise through potty training so they can be rewarded with the sweet liberty of a diaper-free lifestyle. But sometimes the toilet training journey is less of a cruise and more of a crawl… or worse yet, a series of fits and starts. Marc and his wife Jamie know this journey all too well as they’re currently navigating the harsh (and sometimes messy) terrain with their twin boys. Guest Evan Ozimek-Maier, along with his wife and two-year-old daughter, on the other hand, are just buckling in. Will they discover the perfect technique? Will they encounter regression road blocks? Or will they careen down a YouTube rabbit hole? Evan joins the Modern Dadhood conversation to share his perspective, and to get down and dirty on the journey of potty training. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 min listen

Dad on Pills (Part 2) | Chris Gethard on Parenting and Mental Illness: How do you prepare for the day when your toddler is old enough to uncover a part of you that they didn't know existed? Comedian, writer, podcaster, and dad Chris Gethard opens up candidly about his fear of this inevitable day in this second half of our our interview. Be sure to listen for a heart warming surprise during the conversation. After, Adam ruminates on a recent "Instant Regret" involving a beloved doll we'll call "Baby Baby." This interview with Chris Gethard is part two of two. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

45 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

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

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

(LIVE) Nostalgia And Ninja Turtles | TMNT Artist Steve Lavigne on Comics, Kids, Dadhood: Nostalgia, man. It can be brought on by an errant lego or a beloved movie. A longing affection for days gone by can be nearly overwhelming, especially when we catch our own children staring, transfixed at a Matchbox car. For Adam and Marc, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are a catalyst for a nostalgic trip. In this special, partly live episode, our hosts meet with Steve Lavigne, one of the original TMNT artists, to talk about his experiences and, of course, nostalgia. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

32 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

Astronaut Dad | Captain Winston Scott on STEM, Fatherhood, and Outer Space: Real talk: What’s more remarkable than being an astronaut? Being an astronaut dad, that’s what. Adam and Marc are joined by former astronaut Winston E. Scott, who shares stories of his NASA space missions, his tenure as a US Navy Captain, the crucial importance of STEM education, and his own unique perspective on raising children to be bold, confident adults. Also, learn the answer to the burning question on everyone’s minds… what the hell is Adam’s middle name? by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

35 min listen

Putting Your Soul Into Dadhood | Martin Sexton on Fatherhood, Following Your Bliss: Whether it's singing your heart out on stage or spending an afternoon smashing rocks into a lake with a Wiffle ball bat, our kids learn valuable lessons when they see their dad immersed in something he loves. To kick off Father's Day weekend, the guys share the qualities of a solid Father's Day, and Marc waxes philosophical about the values he took away from his own father's woodworking hobby. They welcome legendary musician, dad, and all-around soulful human being, Martin Sexton onto the show and have a marvelous conversation about passion, soul, heartbreak, and fatherhood. And we learn to stay away from the throw pillows at the Flaherty house. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

36 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

When Life Throws You a Curve Ball | Adam & Marc Talk Moms and Life: Episode 44 of Modern Dadhood is a bit different than what you’ve grown accustomed to. Adam had a significant and deeply personal event in his life recently, spurring an impromptu recording session. The guys take a little time to catch up about family, life, and playing the role of dad—even if, at times, it’s hard to think about playing any other role besides son. by Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)

34 min listen

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