Dear Old Dads
Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith, Tom Curry
Hey kids, get ON our lawn! Dear old Dads is a podcast examining and deconstructing all things Dad. From parenting to patriarchy; manning the grill to manning up; Dear Old Dads asks – what even is a dad anyway? What does it mean to be a good man in today's world? What should it mean? Listen along as we definitely find the correct, concise answers to all these questions and more!
Featuring Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith, and Tom Curry!
Featuring Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith, and Tom Curry!
Episodes
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Jan 24, 2024 • 47min
DOD109: There's an App for That
The hosts discuss the frustrations of using multiple apps for parenting, the need for a comprehensive parent app, and the challenges of communication with schools. They also share humorous anecdotes about monitoring their pets and dealing with bureaucracy.
Jan 19, 2024 • 47min
DOD108: How To Handle Grumpy Kids
The podcast discusses grumpiness in kids and how to handle it. They also talk about the role of snacks in improving kids' moods. Aislin shares her struggle with PMDD and the hosts discuss strategies for understanding and comforting children. They also explore family reactions to upset and the power of physical touch.
Jan 17, 2024 • 59min
DOD107: Weirdo Creep Fairy Seeks Child Teeth
The hosts discuss their experiences with tooth fairy duties and the challenges they face. They also talk about insomnia, back pain devices, personalized online ads, and their discomfort with the tooth fairy concept. Funny anecdotes and debates about the fate of lost teeth add humor to the conversation.
Jan 12, 2024 • 46min
DOD106: We Mourn As We Go
The podcast discusses transitions and mourning each passing phase, including changing schools, applying for an IEP, reflections on parenthood and attachment, and prioritizing safety and well-being as a family. The speakers share their mixed emotions and the challenges faced during these transitions.
Jan 10, 2024 • 50min
DOD105: DADVID-19
The podcast covers topics such as politicians' stances on transgender issues and youth, coping with COVID-19 and multiple vaccine shots, realizing the selfishness and cruelty of people, explaining environmental concerns to a child, adapting to remote work and remote real estate transactions, and politicians' views on gender reassignment surgeries and transgender inclusion in beauty pageants.
Dec 22, 2023 • 47min
DOD104: Stranger Danger
The podcast discusses the topics of how to talk to kids about 'bad guys,' the concept of stranger danger in the 80s and 90s, the impact of imaginative fears on children's mental health, strategies for discussing stranger danger and tricky people with kids, and a humorous incident involving a microphone and artwork.
Dec 20, 2023 • 51min
DOD103: A Very Merry Christmas Episode
The dads discuss Christmas celebrations, controversial holiday movies, and the magic of the season. They also share strategies for punctuality, childhood memories of Christmas, changing perspectives on the holiday, and the importance of family connections during the holiday season. Additionally, they talk about writing letters to Santa Claus and share heartwarming and funny moments with their children during Christmas.
Dec 15, 2023 • 44min
DOD102: Strong Silent Types
The podcast explores topics such as emasculation in society, the pressure on boys not to lose to girls, toxic masculinity's impact on emotional expression, embracing vulnerability, sexual freedom, relationship dynamics, and playful banter.
Dec 13, 2023 • 47min
DOD101: Manned Down
The dads discuss the myth of witches stealing men's penises and toxic masculinity, sharing personal experiences and reacting to a Reddit post. They explore attractiveness, sibling dynamics, and masculinity. One speaker reflects on their journey to self-value. They also joke about tiny sombreros, fan art contests, and mention Patreon and US Cellular as sponsors.
Dec 10, 2023 • 1h 13min
DOD100: Episode 100 Wifetacular!
Celebrating their 100th episode, the hosts engage in chaotic and entertaining banter with special guests. They discuss controversial conversations, humorous hypothetical scenarios, and the impact of the podcast on their parenting. Topics also include hangriness, online supervision, hitting animals, and inside jokes.
