Dear Old Dads DOD239: Fake It Till You Make It
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Nov 19, 2025 A listener's email sparks an engaging chat about how parents can support their kids' interests, even if they don't share them. The hosts discuss techniques to help kids explore new hobbies and why faking enthusiasm can boost their confidence. They also delve into the importance of commitment to activities, distinguishing between healthy boredom and anxiety. Plus, there's a focus on the benefits of trying various things rather than specializing too soon, encouraging kids to be 'joiners' for richer experiences.
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Front-Desk Cameo At The Eagle
- Eli Bosnick once worked the front desk at The Eagle and accidentally appears in a porn filmed there as an enthusiastic 19-year-old.
- He describes waving at the camera in hallway shots while the porn action happens elsewhere, making it a bizarre early job memory.
Separate Hobby Spheres With Teens
- Tom Curry describes that his son Finn lifts every day but refuses to lift with him, keeping that hobby in a separate sphere.
- He contrasts this with his relationship with Donovan, who will work out together and accept tailored programs.
Offer Options, Then Wait
- Offer many activities and be patient; kids often 'come to' interests on their own timeline and won't adopt everything parents suggest.
- Keep offering opportunities without guilt and accept that some things will click later or never.
