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The Dadsnet Podcast with JK & Al

The Dadsnet Podcast with JK & Al is THE parenting podcast, with gear reviews, celebrity interviews, and stories from the Dadsnet community. Hosted by JK (off of Heart, and the 90s) and Al (the founder of Dadsnet), this show is packed full of helpful and interesting stuff for parents - whether it's reviewing the latest baby monitor, hearing awful and funny stories from Dadsnet community members, or interviewing Romesh Ranganathan. Subscribe and follow so you never miss a show, or head over to Dadsnet on facebook to see all the video content from this week's show!
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Episodes

Is Covid upping the Dad game?

Are we better dads because of Covid? That's what we're talking about. As well as hanging out in Tesco car parks - dogging optional. Yeah... definitely better fathers. Also - JK's got tech - kind of... Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 26, 202145 min

The one where they change the subject

This week we're chatting about when your kids have stitched you up. We find out what's happening on JK's street. Al can't stop crying because of Mighty Ducks. There's even a point where we change the subject - it's a free form extravaganza. Also, after reviewing it and now using it day to day JK revisits Hive HomeShield: Smart Home Security System….. Spoiler, He loves it and find out why? Go deeper and check it out here. https://www.hivehome.com/smart-home-security/hive-homeshield Listen and sub...

May 19, 202147 min

The gifts all Dads want... Apparently.

We're having a look list of gifts Dads want, but might not know it. We find out the real cost of a Guinea pig. And Al's getting bullied by youths in the street. And of course JK's got some tech! Today's tech is the Worx Automotive range to look after and care for your vehicle including Handy innovations such as the compact Cube Vac the Cordless Polisher/Buffer and the 20V MAX Cordless HYDROSHOT Portable Pressure Cleaner Kit that will help keep your vehicle clean, inside and out! https://www.worx...

May 12, 202135 min

Mandemic interview with Natasha Jones

This week on the podcast our guest is JK’s school mate Natasha Jones who has a new book out for me called Mandemic. "Natasha describes herself as a highly unusual lawyer, who, during the pandemic produced an illustrated pocket rocket manifesto for the post pandemic dad. A Tale of a man who didn't like to be told what to do these are 32 gentle invitations which might just make tomorrow feel a bit better than today.” Find out more here: https://effectivelaw.co.uk/effective-perspective/mandemic-boo...

May 05, 202140 min

How to come out of lockdown... wearing socks and sandles

Lockdown is FINALLY easing and we're talking about rejoining the world but also the separation anxiety we'll be feeling by not being in our safe and cozy home. We're also not sure what the dad rules on tracksuits and socks and sandles. We've got a forgetful dad in the confession and of course JK's got some new tech. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Lear...

Apr 28, 202143 min

Discipline... But also buttholes

So somehow we're having chat about discipline but also we spend a good bit of time talking about buttholes. We're also talk about dad self care - Al's getting paranoid that he stinks. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 21, 202143 min

Confessions of a New Dad ...and Al.

We're gong to hear the confessions of a new dad... It's also Al's turn to make a (sexy) confession. We're looking at ways Dads can get a little bit of me time. And JK's definitely got some new tech! https://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-echo-buds-wireless-earbuds-with-immersive-sound-active-noise-reduction-and-alexa/dp/B07FWGBDN6/ref=sr\_1\_3?dchild=1&keywords=Wireless+Earbuds+amazon&qid=1617909388&sr=8-3 https://www.amazon.co.uk/TaoTronics-Cancelling-Headphones-Bluetooth-Earphones-Black/d...

Apr 14, 202144 min

How many full time jobs is it to be a parent?

We start with wifi network names and devolve into alternative holiday destinations. Just as Al is about to wet himself we have a look at how many full time jobs it is being a mum. ...or a dad. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 07, 202140 min

JK's got new tech - Hive

JK is in his element today - as he's deep diving into world of smart home technology with a Hive guru. You can discover more about Hive here - https://www.hivehome.com/smart-home-security/hive-homeshield?icid=mname%3Amega-menu.iname%3Asecuritypack Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 202133 min

Let's talk about Lego...

Never let it be said that we don't tackle the big issues on this podcast - today we're discussing Lego. We're also reading from Al's wife's diary and laughing at "pearl necklaces". Yes, we're grown ups. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 202129 min

Interview: James Cracknell

It's our absolute honour and privilege to speak with double Olympic Gold Medalist James Cracknell. We talk about being a dad, the road to recovery and adventure. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202142 min

The plan to end lockdown explained...

There's a lot steps, but we've just about nailed the rules to help end lock-down. Cannot wait to meet a friend to have coffee on a bench! We've got a Dad who's being hard on himself but needs to know he's not alone. And Al's been beaten up by his kid. ...again. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Mar 10, 202142 min

Let me give you some advice...

Some advice is good, some advice is bad and some advice we never asked for. We'll be unpacking that. We're also chatting about strippers, boobies and cars - lads, lads, lads. And of course, JK has some shiny new tech... Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 03, 202141 min

Social impacts of a life in lockdown

From time to time we can all be a little socially awkward, especially when we're kids. But what's going to happen to our children's social development after all this time of being separated from their friends? There's also an effect no one is talking about - extra wrapping for presents from Amazon!! We're also awarding a mum 10/10 during our confession and it can't get Al to stop thinking about his folks being intimate. And of course - director of technology - JK, has new tech! Listen and subscr...

Feb 24, 202137 min

Goalkeeper - David James

We're very lucky on the podcast to be joined by the legendary David James. As a father of 4 and a grandfather, David has some great insights. We discuss fatherhood (obvs), grassroots football and naturally we want some football stories! Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202136 min

Loneliness, floor-drobes and things that go boom!

So it's no secret that we're all feeling a little flat at the moment. Dealing with the events of the past 12 months have been tough on everybody. And this means Dads too. We're going to get into the loneliness that's effecting Fathers everywhere. We're also finally going to address the keeping your clothes neat and tidy on the bedroom floor. And some dad has inadvertently taught his kid to make bombs. Oops! And Al's got some new tech - not a typo! Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now ...

Feb 10, 202144 min

Talking masculinity, but also dishwahers

What does masculinity mean to you? Is it about big muscles and refusing to cry during the start of Up? Or is it about being in touch with your emotions? We scratch beneath the surface. We're also venting some dishwasher fury! Why are Dads the only ones capable of stacking it right? Perhaps it's all those years playing Tetris. And we've got a dad who's not messing around when it comes to bedtime monsters. Also - JK's got some great tech to perk you up! https://www.amazon.co.uk/TAS6502GB-TASSIMO-M...

Feb 03, 202141 min

How hard is home learning?!

Hats off to those who are going through the highs and lows (mostly lows) of home learning. Who knows, maybe the silver lining is we'll learn stuff that never sunk in while we were at school. We're also talking about being caught speeding, how we deal with sick dogs and for some reason we spend quite a bit of time talking about our showering routines. And oh boy - we have some great tech this week! You can find out more here - http://epson.co.uk/ef-12 Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum n...

Jan 27, 202143 min

New year, new strategies for Dad wins!

We're back for a new year and we've got a simple formula to being a good dad... maybe even a good human! We're going to hear about some Zoom mishaps and we've also got a handy little traffic light system to keep you out of the dog house - there's a surprising amount of reds. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Jan 20, 202135 min

The Christmas Episode

It's the Christmas episode - we've got the best dad jokes of the year, JK's got a tech round up, we've got tips to get your kids to sleep on Christmas eve and the power of being the knife wielder! Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 202029 min

Dads in isolation, scammers who aren't, and forgotten children.

We're having a look at the impact of isolation on Dads. It's a tough time for everyone at the moment, so remember - it's ok not to be ok. Unfortunately scammers with sophisticated malware don't seem to be affected. And we've got a forgetful dad, but let's be honest - we've all done it. It's only repeat offenders who are a concern. And guess what?! JK's got some new tech - but it's alright. You know, whatever. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get yo...

Dec 16, 202050 min

An earnest chat about miscarriage...

Believe it or not we can be mature and sincere. It's a very heavy topic that has impacted us both personally. But obviously, we're going to balance all this seriousness out with stupidity - like how one of our dads, who put something he shouldn't have in his mouth. And we've got some of the best tech we've ever had too! You can check it out here - https://store.nintendo.co.uk/games/nintendo-switch/mario-kart-live-home-circuit.list Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player ...

Dec 09, 202051 min

What have kids got to worry about? Apart from Dads like us?

Just what should our kids be worrying about? Nothing right? They should be in a state of mental bliss. Apart from when they're overtired dad puts vapor rub on their bits that is. Weirdly we explore both those topics. Also - Al's cracked the code to marital bliss. And of course, we've got new tech! Baby cameras that for some reason we're using on pets. Check them out here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Littlelf-Security-Wireless-Detection-Reverse/dp/B086QXHQ77/ref=sr\_1\_3\_mod\_primary\_lightning\_d...

Dec 02, 202045 min

Dealing with Christmas

Even though Al is practically useless, he's got a load of tips to get through Christmas. JK is a little confused as to what Santa actually brings his children. But at least neither of them have tied their kids up and forgot - unlike a certain dad! Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 202045 min

That doesn't smell like cat pee!!

We have a very sad but all too common story from a fellow dad that we can relate to. But this is what we're all about - dads helping dads. Also, an astute mum has called "fake cat piss!" Yes, we are responsible grown-ups - what are you? We also have the latest must-have tech! Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Nov 18, 202036 min

Did someone say "Head of Fun"?

It's a very exciting episode as we are chatting to the Head of Fun from London Zoo! What a great job and a great place to visit!! We also have a very heavy confession. Dads (and non-dads), you'll need your big boy pants on for this. Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedadsnet www.heart.co.uk www.thedadsnet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 202038 min

Naughty as kids and sexy letters for teachers.

Oh boy - a lot of us were right little so and so's as kids. But we can still get cross when our kids are naughty can't we? It's not hypocritical, right? And we've got a poor dad who's on a call with HR because of a letter (facepalm emoji) Our tech this week will blow your mind! The camera you never knew you needed until now! - https://www.dji.com/hk/pocket-2 Listen and subscribe to Don't Tell Your Mum now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Twitter/Insta/ FB @jkjasonking @thedads...

Nov 04, 202042 min

Therapy, dripping sauce on our baby's heads, and politics

We're trying out a bit of therapy. Good thing too as we're also discussing a little bit of politics - all hail Attenborough Also, we've got a dad who can hold his baby hands free and pee! Our tech this week is a robot mower... Robot mower? Next will be a robot butler. You can check it out here (the mower, not the butler. - https://www.amazon.co.uk/WORX-WR147E-L1000-Landroid-Robotic/dp/B0873LCPJ1/ref=sr\_1\_2?dchild=1&keywords=L1000+LANDROID&qid=1602495231&sr=8-2 Listen and subscribe ...

Oct 28, 202047 min

Official: The best toy is... and I sent my A&E bound child to school - oops

Nobody: Hey guys, what's the best toy ever? Us: Well, we've done a survey and the results are as official as they come! Also, when a dad doesn't believe his child is ill, sends them to school and they end up in A&E - that. And we've some tech that will mow (not a typo) and you can pick up from amazon right here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/WORX-WG743E-1-Cordless-Mower-Batteries/dp/B07ZKZK962/ref=sr\_1\_1?dchild=1&keywords=WG743E&qid=1602495163&sr=8-1 Listen and subscribe to Don't T...

Oct 20, 20201 hr 2 min

Working from home and adult performers at my kid's school.

We're looking at the highs and lows (mostly lows) of working from home. Chris who works on the show can't put a foot right after his lovely wife gave birth. And holy moly - someone's kid is going to the same school as the child of an adult entertainer. We've also got a cracking bit of tech that you can pick up from amazon right here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/WD-My-Cloud-EX2-Ultra/dp/B01BIGST2U/ref=sr\_1\_3?dchild=1&keywords=my+cloud&qid=1602494506&sr=8-3 Listen and subscribe to Don'...

Oct 13, 202050 min
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