Former Blue Peter presenter Tim Vincent hosts a comedy discussion series with fellow likely dads Russell Kane and Mick Ferry. They reflect on their expectations of fatherhood, share personal experiences and discuss the challenges of disciplining and parenting. Special guests actor Chris Bisson and comedian Che Burnley join the lively conversation exploring parenting roles, dynamics, and children's perception of fathers. Humorous anecdotes and suggestions from their children add to the entertaining episode.
Becoming a dad can bring different challenges and perspectives depending on the age and life experiences of individuals.
Discipline approaches vary among fathers, with some prioritizing honesty and straightforwardness, while others emphasize understanding and empathy.
Deep dives
Expectations of Fatherhood
The likely dads, Mick Ferry and Russell Kay, along with special guests Chris Bisson and Che Burnley, discuss their expectations of fatherhood. Russell reflects on his desire to become a dad by a certain age, while Mick shares his experience of becoming a father at a young age. Chris expresses his initial fears and uncertainties about fatherhood and how he eventually adjusted to the idea. The discussion highlights the different perspectives and expectations individuals have when it comes to becoming fathers.
Discipline and Parenting Styles
The likely dads talk about their approaches to disciplining their children. Mick shares his belief in being honest and straightforward with his kids, who don't need unnecessary information, while Russell adopts a more understanding and empathetic approach to discipline, aiming to identify with his child's feelings and teach them through understanding. Chris reveals his struggle with discipline and the challenges of balancing discipline and maintaining a strong bond with his children. The conversation highlights the complexities of parenting and the diversity of parenting styles among fathers.
Challenges of Parenting and Age
The likely dads discuss the challenges of parenting at different ages. Mick reflects on becoming a dad at a young age, acknowledging his lack of responsibility and maturity at the time. Chris shares his initial concerns about the impact of fatherhood on his lifestyle and career, but also the rewarding aspects of it. The conversation also touches on the worries and uncertainties of parenting, such as the future relationship with grandchildren and the passing of generations.
Parenting Roles and Working Fathers
The conversation delves into the dynamics of parenting roles within the family. The likely dads discuss how they navigate their roles as fathers, acknowledging the cultural and societal expectations placed on mothers and fathers. They talk about sharing the responsibilities of parenthood and how support from partners and maintaining a balance between work and family life can impact their experiences as fathers.
Former Blue Peter presenter Tim Vincent hosts a new comedy discussion series.
Tim has undertaken many challenges throughout the course of his life - from painting Blackpool Tower and snow survival training with the army in Norway to flying in Tornado jets and running the New York marathon. But do any of them compare to his latest challenge - being the middle-aged father to two-year-old twin boys? And how does his experience of fatherhood so far compare to that of other dads?
In this first episode, Tim and his fellow Likely Dads, Russell Kane and Mick Ferry, reflect on their expectations of fatherhood, from pregnancy through to their kids' teenage years and adulthood. Is it easier becoming a dad when you’re full of the vigour of youth or when you’re a bit older and, hopefully, wiser?
In a regular feature, we ask the children of one of our Likely Dads a series of questions to determine which of them knows their children better - and vice versa.
Our special guest Likely Dads joining Tim, Russell and Mick this week are actor Chris Bisson and comedian Che Burnley.
A Made in Manchester production for BBC Radio 4
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