Author, speaker, coach, and father of 3, Devon Bandison talks about his new book, Fatherhood is Leadership: Your Playbook for Success, Self-Leadership, and a Richer Life . Devon shares how he has used his own life experience to create a set of tools that fathers can use to overcome their own challenges in work, marriage, and parenting.
City Dads across the reflect on the music that inspires and informs their parenting. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea reveals the Ray Charles song that he uses to get his kids going in the morning. #FatherhoodIsLit blogger James Lopez shares the parenting lessons he took from a Notorious B.I.G. song. The Cipher Producer Josh Kross discusses the Pink Floyd song that he uses to encourage his son to take advantage of his time as a kid. Designer Daddy Brent Almond tells us about a song he w...
Lauren Smith Brody talks about her new book, The Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom’s Guide to Style, Sanity, & Big Success After Baby . We discuss the ways families can plan for a parent’s return to work and how dads can support their working partners. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to talk about how he and his wife have set up their work life to support active parenthood and meaningful employment....
Kori Reed and Mike Becker talk about their new book, Zag Zig Parenting: (Mis)Adventures of a Career-Driven Mom and a Stay-at-Home Dad . We also talk about how their family arrangement started and how it has evolved over 20 years and four kids.
Speaker, author, and Boston Dads Group Co-Organizer Robbie Samuels talks about networking with parents and his experience as a trans dad. We also discuss our mutual appreciation for the adjustments that people and organizations are making to embrace acceptance. The Parents Phrase Book Author Whit Honea joins to suggest it is time for parents to stop teaching their kids about tolerance....
Happiest Baby on the Block author Dr. Harvey Karp joins to talk about the development of his approach to calming crying babies and the crucial role dads play. We also discuss Dr. Karp’s groundbreaking Snoo Smart Sleeper that took him five years to create with MIT-trained engineers and famed designer Yves Behar. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to encourage us to let our teenagers cry....
Dads from our City Dads Group community share their stories of raising tweens and teens. Author Whit Honea talks through the struggles he had with his 11-year old son and the teacher that gave too much homework. Teacher and writer Seth Taylor worries about his daughter’s classmates’ reaction to her very public support of the gay community At-home dad and writer Vincent O’Keefe recalls his reaction to the moment his tween became a teen. Leadership coach and speaker Devon Bandison remembers a mome...
Journalist and Author Beth Kobliner talks about her new book, Make Your Child a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not) . We talk through some of the age-appropriate money concepts including the neutral value of allowance and why paying for chores might not be a good idea.
Dr. Kent Hoffman talks about his new book, Raising a Secure Child . We discuss the “Circle of Security” that helps parents be nurturing and protective while still encouraging children’s independence. We also talk about the difference between Attachment Parenting and attachment theory, and the idea that "good enough" is far better than parenting perfection. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea talks to his sons about how their relationship is changing as the boys get older....
Dad 2.0 Summit Co-Founders Doug French and John Pacini join to preview this year’s conference, the 6th annual chance for dad influencers, marketers, and the media to connect. We discuss how the conversation has evolved over the years, and the team’s focus to bring a diversity of voices the table. We also talk about the potential risk for influencers as they enter the political fray. Never shy to voice his opinion, The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins with his thoughts on the first day...
At-home dad and author Brian Craig joins to talk about his new book, Lone Pair of Blue Jeans In A Sea of Yoga Pants . We talk about writing the life of an at-home dad and how he writes “funny” without making dads look like doofuses. Brian also reads two passages from his book that epitomize his life at home with three kids.
Children’s book author Jake Gosselin talks about The Pinkaboos, the series he is writing with his wife that helps children face their fears. We talk about the inspiration for the series and a more evolved approach to writing for and about girls.
Episode LVI: City Dads Chad MacDonald and Lorne Jaffe and Chad MacDonald analyze the fathers of Star Wars through 40 years and eight movies. They dig deep into the decisions various fathers and father figures make and the evolution of dads through the decades. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins at the end of the show to talk about how Star Wars informs his own parenting....
Author and Founder of the DATE SAFE Project Michael Domitrz joins to talk about his new book, Can I Kiss You? We talk about building a culture of sexual consent and how to have age-appropriate conversations with our children about relationships, intimacy, and respect. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea discusses why he lets his kids see both his strengths and his flaws....
It’s Movember, and City Dads Group has once again joined forces with Life of Dad, Dad 2.0, and the National At-Home Dad Network to grow mustaches and raise money and awareness for men’s health. Movember Foundation Director of Development JJ Owens joins to talk about why this annual campaign is so important. We also talk about the research and development that is saving lives, and how your donations are used. Whit Honea joins to talk about his own health scare and his newfound perspective. If you...
Modern Dads Podcast producer Josh Kross and contributor Whit Honea share their raw feelings about the Presidential election, and what it means for their families. They also brainstorm the conversations they might be having with their children in the coming days. Note: adult language is used in this episode.
State of America’s Fathers report author Brian Heilman joins to talk about the status of American dads in 2016. We discuss the differing challenges white collar, college educated dads are facing compared to less educated, lower income fathers. We also look at the impact of a dad’s increased involvement on his children, his partner, and himself. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins us with a conversation he recorded with his son about the state of fathers in their Los Angeles suburb....
Author and play advocate Meredith Sinclair talks about her new book, Well Played: The Ultimate Guide to Awakening Your Family’s Playful Spirit . We talk about the joys of jumping in with your kids to play, and when we as parents need to step back. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea waxes poetic on his definition of play....
To celebrate our 50th episode, we asked New York Family Magazine Editor Eric Messinger to turn the tables by interviewing us about the future of fatherhood and the future of City Dads Group. We talk about the changing expectations of dads, the growth of our community, and what's next in the world of fathers. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins in at the end to talk about what having a community of dads has meant to him....
We tackle a conversation that is hard for us as adults, but even harder to approach with our children. Josh Kross was dealing with the loss of his father and struggling with the best way to talk about it with his three young children. He asked four of our City Dads for their advice, and recorded the response for this show. Thank you to Josh, Whit Honea, Adam Gertsacov, Lance Somerfeld, and Jason Greene for opening up about how they talked to their children about the loss of a loved one.
Paul Raeburn discusses his new book, The Game Theorist’s Guide to Parenting : How the Science if Strategic Thinking Can Help You Deal with the Toughest Negotiators You Know—Your Kids. We talk about practical win-win methods that teach kids about human nature, negotiation, and cooperation. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins with a few words on his parenting approach, perhaps the opposite of strategic parenting?...
Dr. Tanya Altmann talks about her new book, What to Feed Your Baby , a Pediatrician’s Guide to the 11 Essential Foods to Guarantee Veggie-Loving, No-Fuss, Healthy Eating Kids. We talk about the importance of introducing healthy foods early on, and discuss the latest research on food allergies, GMOs, organic food, and more. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea talks through his worries about coaching his son's basketball team....
Author Asha Dornfest joins to to talk about her latest book, Parent Hacks, 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life with Kids . We talk about the #ParentHacks community and the clever ideas that moms and dads around the world have contributed. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to talk about what happened when his kids lost their electronics privileges over Spring Break....
Author Mike Adamick joins us to talk about his new tween action book series, The Adventures of Crash Adams . We talk about the evolution of his clever and resourceful main character as a role model for boys and girls. We also talk about the new Star Wars character Rey and the controversial toy company decision to leave her off store shelves. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins in to suggest parents re-think our outdated labels of boy stuff and girl stuff....
Our community of dads is once again anticipating the Dad 2.0 Summit. This is the fifth year of what has become the can't miss conference for everyone interested in the changing role of dads, and it’s impact on both the marketplace and society overall. Dad 2.0 Co-Founder and Content Director Doug French gives us a preview.
We end the year by celebrating Oren Miller and two efforts that are inspired by his work. Philly Dads Group Co-Organizer Jeff Bogle joins to talk about the scholarship program that will allow 17 dads to attend the upcoming Dad 2.0 Summit. PDX Dads Group Organizer Chris Routly joins to talk about the recent Amazon decision to change the name of one of its discount programs from Amazon Mom to Amazon Family.
It's #GivingTuesday , a global day of giving back, and Whit Honea and Carter Gaddis join us to talk about Dads 4 Change , a site they started to highlight causes and organizations that dads are championing around the country. We discuss the beginnings of this movement to get dads and our kids involved in social change and community service, and some of the specific ways we can help....
It’s Movember , and we are once again supporting the campaign to bring awareness and funding to men’s health related research and treatment along with our friends at The National At-Home Dad Network , Life of Dad , and Dad 2.0 Summit . In this episode, we focus on men’s mental health, and more specifically, suicide prevention. Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas joins us to talk about the Carson J. Spencer Foundation , on organization she co-founded after her brother’s suicide in 2004. Sally talks about th...
Author and former Stanford University dean Julie Lythcott-Haims joins us to talk about her new book, How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success . Julie's message is a welcome wake-up call to parents to step back so your kids can step up. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins with his encouragement for parents who want to avoid the helicopter parenting trap....
Have you wondered whether your child needs therapy? Do you understand the process and your contribution to successful treatment? Psychotherapist and You and Your Child's Therapy author Michel Weiner takes us inside his practice to shed light on his whole child approach that focuses on strengths, not just symptoms. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins in to talk about he takes care of the emotional lives of his two boys....
