In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up and homage to the Oakland A's and their final hurrah at the Oakland Coliseum. Then they'll move on to discuss parent funny tweets of the week relating to fall, then onto the Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE which tonight pulls from an article from The Child Mind Institute "Ten Tips to Help Dads…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little back to school chatter, and then they'll move on to discuss parent funny tweets of the week also relating to back to school. Then onto the Smart Articles by Smart People which tonight pulls from an article from Fatherly called "This Was The Best Advice My Dad Ever Gave Me" Sixteen m…

This weeks show takes on the question and discusses the article "My Kid Wants To Be An Influencer...Is That Bad?" from Wired. The guys look back as they look forward to take on a wholistic approach dealing with the question millions of parents regularly deal with. We’re not parenting experts, but we listen to them, we interview them, we read what t…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little summer chatter, and then discuss funny tweets about dads and vacations. Then onto the main conversation in Smart Articles by Smart People which tonight pulls from an article from Buzzfeed themed Modern Parenting Trends Teachers Disagree With, and What They Agree With Instead, and th…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little Subway and supermarket rant, a little end of school chatter, hilarious parent tweets of the week and then best TV dad of all time breakdown and discussion. Then quickly onto the smart articles by smart people and the guys discuss a column in the Washington Post with parenting advice for other parents …

"Mattering" matters. In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little May-cember chatter, and then they'll move on to parent’s funny tweets of the week. Onto the Smart Articles by Smart People which tonight pulls from a couple different sources including a Mel Robbins podcast, a Jennifer Breheny Wallace interview and a…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little April chatter, and then they'll discuss the parent’s funny tweets of the week about Spring. Then in this episode's Smart Articles by Smart People we go to the New York Times and PBS News Hour and discuss why a growing number of American men say they are in a ‘friendship recession an…

They're back! After a long NFL season combined with family craziness in all four of our camps, the guys hop back on the mic for a quick February recap before they move move on to parent’s funny tweets of the week. Then onto the Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE section with tonight's article from Gary Vaynerchuck titled "Four Parenting Ideas No-One is…

In tonight's show the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little Canada chat, a little January chatter, and then they'll move on to parent funny tweets about housecleaning. Then onto the smart articles by smart people section with tonight's article “The Secret to Living a Happy and More Fulfilling Life” and then they have a quick quiz on How of…

In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little soup, a little day light savings time and MK's new birthday chair. Tweets of the week themed around New Years. Then on our Smart Articles by Smart People we discuss "The 5 Absolute Truths I’ve Learned in 10 Years as a Parenting Editor" from one of our favorite experts; A…

In the latest Dad Time Out Show the Dad's go international and bring in an incredibly special guest from the Nederlands...drumroll...Ben's Father-In-Law, Peter! The guys have a lot of fun discussing the holidays while recording through an audible backyard studios downpour. A little gratitude conversation about Cozy Earth and a fellow pod shout out …

Happy Thanksgiving! In the episode of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little autumn chatter, Halloween wrap up, Taylor Swift, Oprah's favorite things and more. Then they'll have their take on parent’s funny tweets of the week on family get togethers and Black Friday madness. Then the smart articles by smart people the dads will d…

In tonight's show the dad's will have some fun discussing the benefits of nostalgia and being nostalgic not only for your own sake but for your overall family health. Self esteem, dopamine hits, confidence and optimism and positive feelings of life to name a few. They'll also talk about activity ideas and win/ win bonding scenarios when they discus…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little Taylor Swift chatter, MK finally sees The Notebook, Barbie, Purple Toothpaste, Scent Diffusers, and other stuff…then they'll have their take on parent’s funny fall tweets and then in Smart Articles by Smart People the dads will discuss an article called "11 Ways Parents Build Resent…

In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little carline chatter, a little Zach Bryan, Radio X, Weight Watchers, and catch up. Then they'll have their take on parent tweets of the week around healthy eating. In Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE the dads will discuss an article called “Is homework good for kids?” Children …

In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, MK's bizzare September rituals, a little September / Taylor Swift / Zack Bryan chatter and feelings about the month overall, then they'll have their take on parent tweets of the week about the love hate relationships people have with pumpkin spice, and then in Smart Articles by S…

In tonight's back to school show the dads kick off with a Taylor Swift, a little catch up and then a little back to school chatter and feelings about August. Is it a renewal of sorts? Then they showcase parent tweets of the week, the disgruntled back to school edition. In smart articles by smart people we discuss an article called "27 Micro Habits …

The boys are back in town. In this episode the dads kick off with a little travel catch up, a little July chatter and feelings about the month overall. Then they'll have their take on parent tweets of the week dealing with getting old, and then in Smart Articles by Smart People the dads will discuss an article from Fatherly called "12 Important Lif…

On this show MK has the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Jacobs creator of "Good Game". https://goodgamekid.substack.com/ Melissa with her history in sports media (ESPN, NFL, Major Market Radio) is a dynamic sports editor/writer/producer who has thrived in the largest media corporations and has also relished building The Football Girl brand which …

"Live" from Fieldworks Brewing Company, the dads kick off with a little crowd hello, catch up, and then intro their special guest. Then on to end-of-school chatter and the beginnings of the summer season. They'll have their take on parent tweets of the week with that summer vibe and then on to Smart Articles by Smart People the dads will discuss an…

In this episode MK's recaps his trip to the MOM 2.0 Summit, the guys have a little May-cember tea session, and then caffeinate up with Parent Tweets of The Week! In the Smart Articles by Smart People segment, the dads will discuss an article called "Keeping Teens Safe on Social Media: What Parents Should Know to Protect Their Kids" - A multi-pronge…

In tonight's show the dads kick off with a little catch up and talk a little face yoga, sibling fighting, and the Kool Aid Man. They also talk about MK's brush up with Shaquille O' Neal and how Ben supposedly ended Mark Madsen's career. Then they'll have their take on parent tweets of the week and move to Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE the dads wil…

In this episode the dads kick off with a little March Madness chatter and feelings about the month overall, then of course onto parent tweets of the week. Then in Smart Articles by Smart People they'll discuss an article called - Reality Check: Do You Know What You Spend on Youth Sports? 😬 Like really know? Today, we look at a snapshot of the mega-…

Conflict between parents is natural and part of life—but it doesn’t have to hurt kids. In this episode the guys discuss their own situations, how they handle this topic good or bad, but also share expert tips on how to turn disagreements into the positive for themselves and for the family. On the funny flip side they discuss "Kids today will never …

In our new year, new show show the dads kick off with parent tweets of the week and then move fast to talk about an article from CNBC called "I talked to 70 parents who raised highly successful kids—here’s the No. 1 parenting style they used" The Dads will also check in on any New Year's resolutions, damp January, the return to school and more. The…

In tonight's live from Fieldworks Brewery show of course the dads kick off with two special guests delivering the Dad Jokes and then roll to their fabulously funny parent tweets of the week from parents about wait for it?? Thanksgiving. Then the dads are going to take on a doubleheader in their Smart Articles by Smart People section, one discussing…

Dislike Daylight Savings Time? Watch a lot of TV with the family? This show is for you. In tonight's show of the dads kick off their fabulously funny parent tweets of the week from parents that hate daylight savings time, then oddly enough or not the dads are going to talk about "The Benefits of Watching TV With Young Children" article from The Chi…

In this special Halloween episode the dads kick off with some hilarious Halloween themed parent tweets of the week and they discuss an article from Psychology Today about Tips on How to Feel Less Stressed as a Parent as new research finds that parental stress, anxiety, and depression have increased recently. The Dads will also break down the top 20…

In this episode the guys kick off with fabulously funny parent tweets of the week and then the dads are going to talk about tips from an expert psychologist on raising successful kids based on an article from CNBC, they'll see what their doing right and what they're doing wrong. Then they’ll be talking a little heart health and happiness and to fin…

So many of us are dealing with stress in many different forms. In this show of the Dad's switch the batting order around and take a stress quiz early in the line up and then have some discussion and even try out a few ways to de-stress or decompress after or during a long family day or week while discussing an article from Fatherly that gives us st…

In this episode the dads will have some fun discussing the end of summer and start of school with a few articles, one from Scary Mommy about how transitioning from summer to school screws you up and another from The Washington Post with tips for self care for those finishing off the thick of summer or and this already back to school. Parent Tweets …

In this episode show the dads will have some fun discussing the eternity of Maycember and June. Then they ask themselves...Are kids actually impressed with our careers? Then in the Smart Articles by Smart People segment they’ll talk about the article "Scientists Find 15 Amazing Benefits Of Listening To Music" They talk concert stories, pizza, kids …

DTO LIVE AUDIENCE SHOW FROM THE PHOENIX in Alameda, CA! In tonight's show the dads will have some fun discussing rival dads, pizza, utility battles, reading to kids and which parent answers "yes" more and more during tweets of the week. Then in the Smart Articles by Smart People segment they’ll talk about 25 Pieces of Marriage Advice From Couples W…

MK had the privilege to have a very rich and meaningful conversation with the absolutely wonderful Andy Mc Call. Andy wears a lot of hats: father, husband, coach, teacher, author, volunteer, advocate. No matter what role he’s in, Andy is giving his all and inspiring those around him. Andy is a career teacher and coach who has three children, includ…

In this episode show the dads will have some fun discussing Ikea, kid car habits, Target date nights then they take a real look and do a dad check while discussing an article from Upworthy titled “Woman shares 'outstanding parenting choices' made by her 'excellent' dad as example for new fathers” Then they switch gears and take a pop quiz on Mother…

In tonight's content packed live audience show (woo hoo!) the dads will have some fun discussing daylight savings, fridge habits, gas prices and more during Tweets Of The Week, then in the Smart Articles by Smart People segment they’ll talk about 6 Big Mistakes to Avoid When Planning a Family Vacation with your Partner and also break down about an …

In tonight's show the dads take a real look and do a family check while discussing an article from Unicef titled “How to Talk to your Children about Conflict and War” "8 Tips to Support and Comfort Your Children." They then switch gears and will have some fun discussing cleaning the house, kids rooms, rage cleaning, chore chart efficiency, allowanc…

In this episode show the dads will have some fun discussing what getting / being "old" means during parent tweets of the week, and then do a family check-in while discussing an article from the website Fatherly called “15 Things To Give Up If You Want To Be a Happy Parent” Do you need to give anything up on the list? Take a pop quiz from the 90’s a…

In this episode the guys explore the keys to raising independent, capable kids based on an article by Lisa Firestone Ph.D. They also talk family table manners, sharing dinner food with your spouse, lazy food deliveries, and when a parent lecture technically becomes a lecture. Then the ultimate sandwich debate concludes with the “Would You Rather” s…

In tonight's show the dads take on the new year while having their usual fun and chaos during parent tweets of the week. They take a real look at the article Thoughtful Texts to Send a Stressed Out Partner from their Smart Articles by Smart People segment with an article from Fatherly, so if you’re already doing it awesome, the, but they share thei…

What a pleasure. It's only fitting that we have The Godfather of Fatherhood podcasting, mentor to many and tremendous book author on for our final episode of the year. MK was lucky to land the very busy Art Eddy. Art has a passion for fatherhood and enjoys talking with other dads about their fatherhood journey. He has created a few podcasts that fo…

On this episode of DTO Conversations MK speaks with best-selling parenting author Melinda Wenner Moyer, author of How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t A**holes. Read it all at once or take it in topic by topic, How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t A**holes is an excellent science, stats and data based parenting book book that all parents should have on their shelv…

On this episode the dads discuss the article "Tips for Post-Pandemic Parenting." How to practice kindness, compassion and patience as we return to ‘normal’. We celebrate our 900th follower @parentnoob and give away some plywood! They also dive into some fun convo disecting cross breezes, carlines and car-locking. Also some listener favorite -would …

Controversy alert. In this episode, the dads have some upheaval as they break down "How Fathers Can Avoid Pitfalls of Shifting Parenting Roles According to a Therapist" by John Duffy. Which side of the dad takes will you see? Then in parenting tweets of the week, MK continues his disdain for Halloween Costumes while Mark and CRX double down their l…

On the latest installment of DTO Conversations we'll be having a conversation with Shannon Carpenter, nationally acclaimed author and humorist. Shannon's new book is The Ultimate Stay-At-Home Dad, is a practical and humorous guide for modern-day parenting geared towards stay-at-home dads, offering advice on everything from learning to cook and clea…

In this show, the dads begin by having a little fun with parenting tweets of the weeks about food and meals. Then take a good look at and discuss "The Secret to Raising a Resilient Kid" an article from the New York Times. The ability to bounce back is more important now than ever. The guys try to impart this wisdom in their Smart Articles by Smart …

In the latest episode in the"Dad Time Out Conversations" series, we are both thrilled and excited to be speaking with Cynthia Muchnick and Jenn Curtis, the authors of the fantastic book: "The Parent Compass" - Navigating Your Teens Wellness and Academic Journey In Today's Competitive World. In today's show, we'll be speaking not only about this phe…

In this episode the dad's put themselves in their kid's shoes and talk technology and social media. They also take some BFF and friendship quizzes from Teen Vogue and Seventeen magazine to really get in the zone. In their "Smart Articles by Smart People" segment they do a reality check on where they are currently based in family use of tech while d…

We all know back to school can be a draining time for everyone. In this episode the guys share their article and personal tips on how to maintain and re-establish physical and mental energy throughout the day and week. They also have fun with back to school tweets, a school supply quiz from 1954 (rubber cement or home economics anyone?) and also ge…

The guys are back in the yard discussing the Olympics, kids, sports, pressure and mental health among many things. They also feature all the things you know and love including Super Shout Outs, Olympic Parent Tweets of the Week, Dad Jokes and in our Smart Articles by Smart People segment we’ll be discussing an article titled “The Important Lessons …