E18: Wooden Blocks And Robot Dogs
In this episode, Dan reflects on the toys that shaped his life as a dad across four kids and five decades. From Fisher-Price barns and Bakugan battles to robot dogs and wooden blocks, it's a funny and...
16 Sep 202515min
E17: What Should I Name This Episode?
In this episode, Dan dives into the surprisingly high-stakes world of baby naming, from family traditions and personal stories to the rise of unusual trends. With humor and heart, he reflects on how a...
9 Sep 202512min
E16: The DEFCON Guide to Toddler Tantrums
In this episode, Dan shares his go-to strategies for navigating toddler meltdowns using humor, calm presence, and a surprising DEFCON-inspired scale. From imaginary bees to quiet tea parties with stuf...
2 Sep 202517min
E15: The Soundtrack of Us
In this heartfelt episode, Dan reflects on how music has shaped his life as a father, from cassette loops in his childhood home to bedtime playlists with his toddler, Ruby. A chance encounter with a S...
26 Aug 202514min
E14: The Leopard And The Lorax
In this lighthearted episode, Dan trades deep reflection for pure fashion comedy. From his three-outfit wardrobe to Lori's wild Lorax vest and Ruby's toddler runway looks, he explores how his family's...
19 Aug 202512min
E13: According To Plan
When Dan's son Jacob was born, there were no doctors, just a shoelace and adrenaline. Twenty years later, his daughter Ruby arrived in calm, quiet order. Against the backdrop of these two births, this...
12 Aug 202513min
E12: Beautiful Lives Here
What makes a home beautiful? In this episode, Dan opens the door to every house that has held his family. From the noisy magic of young children to the quiet rhythms of growing independence, he reflec...
5 Aug 202513min
E11: My Emotional Support Monkey
Everyone has something they hold onto. Sometimes it's a teddy bear. Sometimes it's a blanket. Sometimes it's a stuffed monkey named Junior. In this episode, Dan explores the comfort objects that stick...
29 Jul 202512min
