Dear Old Dads

The dads take on a listener question about how to manage a situation where a kid from a bit of a troubled home is coming over unannounced frequently, even though they're not exactly close friends with your children. Are we going to get a three bears here? But first, some chat about knocking on wood and other superstitions! Join the Facebook Group! facebook.com/groups/dearolddads For comments, email thedads@dearolddads.com

The dads get together (OR DO THEY) to answer a listener question about making choices between career and family. How do you make decisions between the two when they absolutely affect the other? We know the toxic concept thrust onto women that "they can have it all," but is there also a version of this targets men? In the patron-only bonus segment, check out how pillar-of-the-atheist-podcast-community Eli Bosnick totally fumbled atheism. Join the Facebook Group! facebook.com/groups/dearolddads For comments, email thedads@dearolddads.com

Following our last episode about preparing for death and wills, on today's show we have a major Eli health news drop paired with a medical-adjacent listener question! Let these old dads talk about health and aging! Join the Facebook Group! facebook.com/groups/dearolddads For comments, email thedads@dearolddads.com

It's the New Year so the two inevitables - taxes and death - are on our minds. Two of the dads lecture the third about not having a will. Make your pick before you press play on who that solo will-less dude is! Join the Facebook Group! facebook.com/groups/dearolddads For comments, email thedads@dearolddads.com

Eli starts us off with the most fiendish hypothetical Dinner Party Question(tm) ever conceived. After some recovery, the dads discuss a popular prank being done on dads and how all of the dads fail.

The dads kick things off with a hilarious debate about underwear styles, sharing awkward gym shower memories. They dive into the absurd 'beige lingerie test' that some blogger claims can measure love. The hosts hilariously critique the blogger's take, dissecting toxic masculinity and insecurities behind relationship tests. They argue for vulnerability over manipulative strategies, advocating healthier communication in partnerships. The comedic banter is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making for an engaging discussion.

Tom shares his hilarious aversion to goat cheese while diving into the concept of kids 'yucking' others' tastes. The hosts discuss how personal opinions can become misinterpreted as absolute truths. They explore why children resist new experiences, the risks of a contrarian identity, and the importance of expressing preferences respectfully. With insights on the social costs of negativity, the conversation emphasizes valuing genuine effort in both taste and personal growth.

What happens when parenthood feels more like a prison than a privilege? The hosts tackle a listener's regret, revealing that these feelings are more common than many admit. They explore the grief of lost freedom and emphasize the importance of accepting these emotions. Practical advice follows—don't make impulsive decisions during tough times. Personal stories of unexpected transitions highlight the need for resilience. With varied perspectives on parenthood, they encourage embracing the journey, flaws and all.

If you're in the market for some fatherly advice from the dudes about interviewing for jobs, you're in luck! Listen in to hear the dads debate questions like, what do you do in the face of stupid interview questions? And in the very special, patron-only bonus at the end, we share an email from ABSOLUTE LEGENDS - the parents from sex doll gate aka the episode that sent Eli to an earlyish grave. Join the Facebook Group! facebook.com/groups/dearolddads For comments, email thedads@dearolddads.com

Lydia Smith, a frequent collaborator and researcher, joins the hosts for a lively discussion on navigating tricky family dynamics. They explore a listener's email about a daughter's surprise marriage to a much older man and the concerns it raises. Humorous anecdotes about ADHD add color, as Eli half-jokingly blames Thomas for his son's diagnosis. The conversation overflows with insights on balancing parental instincts with support, ultimately emphasizing the importance of listening and setting healthy boundaries.