The Daily Dad Josh Brolin: "I Just Had A Parenting Freak Out"
16 snips
Mar 15, 2025 
Josh Brolin, renowned for his roles in classics like No Country for Old Men and the Marvel Universe, opens up about his recent parenting meltdown. He candidly shares how reading parenting literature helped soothe his frustrations. The conversation delves into the complexities of accepting one’s own struggles as a parent, the joys and burdens of balancing family and career, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences on parenting styles. Brolin also reflects on his journey towards sobriety and its transformative power in embracing life's challenges.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Parenting Freak Out
- Josh Brolin had a parenting freak out before the interview and read The Daily Dad to calm down.
- He and Ryan Holiday discussed the challenges of being present parents while balancing their busy lives.
Deathbed Chuckle
- Brolin's life goal is to chuckle on his deathbed, reflecting on a life of fun and integrity.
- He wants to be present and malleable in life's circus.
Wounded Boy
- Ryan Holiday mentions a quote from Elon Musk's first wife about a wounded boy inside him.
- He relates this to Brolin's book, suggesting a similar scared child within him.
