The entire reason Brian Bates became a father was to be on this episode. With his life goals fully realized he joined the fellas to complete the circle. Since he also co-hosts the Nateland podcast with Nate Bargatze he feels comfortable being this close to comedic genius. Listen in as Brian tells an inspiring story about becoming a father in your 50s, the fine line between self-depreciation and sadness, and the time in little league he stole two bases in one play and gained nothing. Check out Br...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Michael is currently the Chief Operating Officer of TDJ Enterprises and has one of the most incredible stories we've ever heard. He's also the author of 'Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns', which is an in-depth look at how Michael reinvented himself as a pastor and moved past his troubled childhood years. You're not going to want to miss this episode. Thanks to our Sponsors! Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/dadville Hiya Health - Get 50% off your first order at...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 116
There was only one real option for a guest to kick off 2023. Gretchen Rubin is an author, podcaster, speaker, and an investigator of unexpected truths. Do you have a hard time sticking to your resolutions? Gretchen lays out concrete and informative ideas to think about the next time you need to hold yourself—or your kids—accountable. Plus, we find out if Dave and Jon are Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, or Rebels. (No, those aren't new houses in Hogwarts.) Thanks to our sponsors! Methodical Cof...
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 115
The fellas are back and they are catching up about what 2022 meant to them, Barnes’ trip to London to stalk McCartney, and so much more. Plus, they run down their favorite Dadville experiences from the year and look forward to what’s coming in 2023. Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/DADVILLE Butcher Box - Get the New Year bundle for free plus $10 off ...
Jan 10, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 114
Big-time songwriter (and retired commercial real estate maven) Tom Douglas heads to Dadville in an attempt to finally pad out his underwhelming bio. He's written songs for all your favorite artists and is nearly every songwriter's favorite songwriter. Listen in as he shares his story of triumph that started with a singular moment in a shopping mall—and why he feels like he has two huge songs left to write. Win a chance for some FREE Dadville stuff by taking our survey here: https://bit.ly/2022Da...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Are you looking for that elusive combination of side-splitting humor, a romantic comedy, and acute colorblindness? Well, that very specific trifecta is exactly what's on deck this week in Dadville. The fellas joined Bran, Brian, and Dan from Deck the Hallmark for a crossover episode! Deck the Hallmark is the perfect podcast for those who can't get enough of those lovable Hallmark rom-com movies. In this episode, the fellas go deep on The Most Colorful Time of the Year, which is sure to be an ins...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Now that it's December, it's time to (maybe) start thinking of that perfect gift for the dad in your life. The fellas go DEEP into their well of ideas and bring you a pile of hip options for that someone special. Plus, Jon divides the gift-giving universe into two camps: list maker and rogue agents. Which one are you? Win a chance for some FREE Dadville stuff by taking our survey here: https://bit.ly/2022DadvilleSurvey Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Apparently, Chip Dodd didn't have much to do recently so we brought him back for another go-round. It was rather evident that we only got to (Dave's) half of the questions last time. Chip is a counselor, author, podcaster, and overall fountain of pure wisdom. Could this be the best sequel since Kindergarten Cop 2? Thanks to our sponsors! Tacos 4 Life - Visit tacos4life.com/dadville to learn more about opening your very own Tacos 4 Life and be a part of bringing forth a world where no child goes ...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 110
You all remember the '90s, right? Well, this week we celebrate the 24th anniversary of NSYNC's 'Home for Christmas' album by having Chris Kirkpatrick make a long requested visit to Dadville. Chris goes deep on the origins of the band, how intertwined the group was with the Backstreet Boys, and the day his entire life changed (strangely enough, it wasn't the afternoon spent at Dave's place). A definite must-listen for '90s kids! Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off + free shipping with...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 109
After hearing the cries from millions and millions of Dadville diehards, we have finally brought Momville back. Amy and Annie are joined by her Highness of Dadville, Sissy Goff, for one of the most useful and compelling episodes we've done. Sissy gives hands-on advice and guidance for dealing with sibling dynamics, body image, and when to push your kids to stick with something. Lots of great advice for moms and dads alike! Bonus: Amy gives a hard push for Dave to get a dog. Thanks to our sponsor...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 108
It’s time for the monthly look into Jon’s notebook. And boy, it’s a doozy. This week the fellas discuss the finer points of fighting, individual quirks, and Mrs. Barnes' absolutely hilarious takes on regional colloquialisms. Trust me, you want to stick around for that. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com with the code DADVILLE Athletic Greens - Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase....
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 107
We did it friends! For a celebration this big we had to bring in the benevolent queen of podcasts, Annie F. Downs. She grills the fellas on who their dream guests would be, the best part of hosting, and finally gets to the bottom of the duo's underwear jealousy. Thanks to our sponsors! Thistle Farms - Visit thistlefarms.org and get 15% off when you enter the code dadville at checkout. Methodical Coffee - visit methodicalcoffee.com and get 10% off your order with the discount code dadville. Kiwi ...
Oct 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 106
As we roll into episode 100 Dave and Jon wanted to reflect a bit on their favorite moments over the previous 98 episodes. From a slightly embarrassing moment with Ted Danson to the official inside joke of Dadville, this episode is proof that laughter makes everything better. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code DADVILLE at manscaped.com. Shopify - Sign up for a free trial at shopify.com/dadville. Wolfbane Books - Use the code DADVILLE for 20% off at wolfb...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 105
This week we have something completely different. Jon takes the lead and dives into an intimidating brag sheet before talking about the latest collection of recorded sounds from Mr. Barnes. KiwiCo - Get your first month of ANY crate line FREE at kiwico.com/DADVILLE. Our Sponsors:* Check out ByHeart and use the code DADVILLE to get 10% off your first order: https://byheart.com/* Check out Factor 75 and use our code dadville50 for 50% off: https://www.factor75.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://red...
Oct 13, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Gather 'round friends. This week the fellas are joined by a trio of fathers. Buddy Burks, Micah Kandros, and Matt Lehman share stories about how they are exploring the idea of fatherhood, why you should be just a bit more careful when tossing your kid into the air, and dealing with the best (and worst) parts of daily dad life. Thanks to our sponsors! Tacos4Life - Visit tacos4life.com/dadville to learn more about opening your very own Tacos 4 Life and be a part of bringing forth a world where no ...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 104
This week on Dadville we have a bona fide rock star. Chris Shiflett is the lead guitarist in the Foo Fighters and has a string of killer Americana solo records. We caught up with Chris the day after the legendary Taylor Hawkins tribute concert in LA. Chris talks about how he balances fame and fatherhood, Arsenal football, and the tough part about sending your kid to college. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code DADVILLE at manscaped.com. Wolfbane Books - ...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 103
We are lucky to have Miles Adcox return to Dadville. When we first welcomed Miles, he was a new dad, and that appearance was so transformative for Miles he decided to have another child. Miles' list of occupations is a mile long (dad joke), but his work with emotional wellness is significant. Listen in as he gives tangible advice that can help anyone to better understand their emotions and communicate with others. Thanks to our sponsors! Thistle Farms - Enter the code dadville at checkout and ge...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 102
"Your job is to go into the future, not to take care of the past." That's one of the many memorable quotes that Chip Dodd drops on the fellas this week. Chip is an author, counselor, and all-around wisdom machine. In this episode he discusses the 8 feelings, why humans are made to consume love, and so much more. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code DADVILLE at manscaped.com Methodical Coffee - Head over to methodicalcoffee.com for more information and use...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 101
We have Daystar's Sissy Goff joining Dadville this week to help us navigate the tricky world of being a girl dad. Oh boy, will those middle-school years be tough! Sissy dishes out solid, practical advice on how giving kids too much power will lead to insecurity, when (and how) to pay more attention, and how to just absorb the love. Thanks to our sponsors! Butcher Box - Get 2 lbs of free-range, organic chicken breasts for free in every order when you sign up at butcherbox.com/DADVILLE and use the...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 100
We've achieved peak dad-centricity with this week's guest. Taylor “Dude Dad” Calmus has been described as an author (he is), an actor (he was), and “that guy from that video” (he is). He catches up with the fellas to dig into his new book, A Dude’s Guide to Baby Size: What to Expect and How to Prep for Dads-to-Be, how to deal with “active hogs", and what it takes to keep your dad style on point. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Head to manscaped.com and get 20% off AND free shipping when you ...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Not only is today's guest a world-class songwriter who has cuts with everyone in Nashville, but he's an inventor who has focused on helping revolutionize the wheelchair industry. Barry Dean sits down with the fellas to go deep on his history, why he moved to Nashville, and his new projects centered around making life better for those in wheelchairs. Thanks to our sponsors! Lectric eBikes - Go to lectricebikes.com and get $100 off any eBike purchase. Better Help - Our listeners get 10% off their ...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 98
After literally years in the making we finally have MercyMe's Bart Millard joing the fellas in Dadville. Bart talks about the band's sudden DIY fame, the time Amy Grant almost recorded his biggest hit, and the unbelievable story of turning one of his songs into a hit movie. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off and free shipping by going to manscaped.com and use the code DADVILLE Caraway - Visit carawayhome.com/dadville to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Barrett Ward is one of the most fashionable guests we’ve ever had. Not because of his keen sense of style, but more because of the work he does with ABLE, which is an incredible lifestyle brand that aims to end generational poverty. Dig is as he discusses his time living in Ethiopia, his early years in Indiana, and how to turn work off when he gets home. Thanks to our sponsors! Outschool - Head to outschool.com/dadville to save $15 on your child’s first class. Butcher Box - Sign up today at butc...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 96
What does it take to play in an arena-filling rock band and be present for your kids? Luckily, needtobreathe's Bear Rinehart is our guest this week and he's able to answer that exact question. He also gives out a GENIUS idea on how to share more stories with your kids. Thanks to our sponsors! GoodKind - Visit goodkind.shop and use the code DADVILLE at checkout for 20% off a Sabbath Box. Express VPN - Visit expressvpn.com/dadville and get three extra months for free. Athletic Greens - Get a FREE ...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Matthew West is many things. He's a singer/songwriter, author, podcaster, husband, and father. However, he is not a professional baseball player. In this week's episode we dig into his backstory, talk about raising teenagers, and what to do when you go shark diving without a cage. Check out Matthew's new book, The God Who Stays: Life Looks Different with Him by Your Side here: https://shop.matthewwest.com/collections/in-stock-items/products/the-god-who-stays-book-autographed-or-standard-pre-orde...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 94
This week we bring in Dadville's official college football czar, Kirk Herbstreit, to not only help Jon brush up on things before the season, but also to share his story. Kirk dives into how he makes a point to listen to his kids, dealing with other sports parents, and how he worked through difficult times with his own father. Thanks to our sponsor! Caraway - Visit carawayhome.com/dadville to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. Our Sponsors:* Check out ByHear...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Dave is at his most vulnerable this week as he opens up his Notes app (Dave's Diary of Funny) and shares some thoughts that make him giggle. Jon is along for the ride as well when the duo discusses aggressive power walkers, parental occupations, and the best cereal in the world. Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% off and free shipping with the code DADVILLE at manscaped.com Butcher Box - Sign up today at butcherbox.com/dadville and use code DADVILLE to get 1 pack of free bacon in EVERY ...
Jul 19, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 92
The mayor is back! David Thomas is to Dadville as Steve Martin is to SNL. Every time David graces us with his presence we become smarter. In today's episode we cover his 2(!) new books, managing tech with your kids, and having difficult conversations about tragedy. Thanks to our sponsors! Express VPN - Visit ExpressVPN.com/dadville and you can get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package. Methodical Coffee - Visit methodicalcoffee.com for more information and use the discount code DADVILLE f...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 90
There is a 100-percent guarantee that you will become a better cook simply by listening to this podcast. Jeff Mauro is a chef, TV personality, comedian, musician, and all-around fun dude. He brings his love of all things food to Dadville and dishes out a handful of pro tips that you can put into your culinary toolkit today! Thanks to our sponsors! Manscaped - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code DADVILLE at Manscaped.com Athletic Greens - Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Andrew Peterson is a musician, songwriter, author, and a dozen other incredible things. He joins Dadville to talk about his early days, how some of his professional failures opened new doors, and he breaks some BIG news about his forthcoming TV series based on his famed books, The Wingfeather Saga. Thanks to our Sponsors! That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs - Christian author and speaker Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, trav...
Jun 28, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 88
