Dadville with Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin

In this episode, we’re tackling the boss-level challenge of parenting teens headed for college with Dave Kozak of Elite College Planning. The fellas get real about the stress of saving for college (spoiler: most families feel behind), the ever-growing cost of tuition, and whether the whole college experience is actually worth the hype—or just a very expensive four-year experiment.Enter Dave Kozak, our financial Yoda for the episode. He breaks down college savings like it’s Money 101 for Hogwarts parents—especially 529 plans, which are basically your magical vault at Gringotts. He also explains the difference between “green money” (the scholarships and grants—aka free money, the good stuff) and “red money” (loans, aka the dark side). Plus, he’s all about helping parents level up their strategy when it comes to understanding financial aid, college pricing games, and how to help your kid channel their inner Elle Woods and advocate for themselves.So if college planning feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded, this episode’s here to help you figure it out—and have a little fun along the way.Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Good Ranchers - Lock in a secure supply of American meat ata steady price today at http://goodranchers.com. Claim $40 off and free meat for life with code dadvile. Shopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial period at http://shopify.com/dadvilleNutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DADVILLE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the pod the fellas discuss how their neighborhood is attracting patrons with questionable parking instincts. Wait until you hear how the Barnes family enacted some swift justice. Also, they talk about the dilemma of dealing with scary and uncertain weather with your kids. Should you go to the basement or try and squeeze in a few more hours of sleep? All will be answered this week!Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Good Ranchers - Visit http://goodranchers.com and use the code dadville to claim your free meat and get $25 off.Quince - Go to http://quince.com/dadville for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Morgan Cutlip, a doctor in Counseling Psychology and author of 'A Better Share', dives into the intricacies of mental load in relationships. She discusses how couples can better balance emotional and logistical responsibilities. With insightful personal anecdotes, Morgan offers practical advice on communication and collaboration to alleviate relationship stress. The conversation also touches on the importance of creating meaningful moments together, ensuring that both partners feel appreciated and connected.

Dallas Jenkins is the creator of "The Chosen," a hit show about Jesus of Nazareth. Once the fellas collected themselves after seeing Jenkins' incredible lighting, they got right into what Jenkins thinks the secret sauce of the show is, how his faith has changed since working on the show, and how he taught his adopted son some tough lessons.Watch The Chosen: https://www.thechosen.tv/en-usJoin us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Quince - For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to http://quince.com/dadville for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.Relief Band - For 20% off your order, head to http://reliefband.com and use code DADVILLE Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DADVILLE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Chandler isn't looking for a fight—but he's not a guy you want to mess with. Over the last 15 years he's become one of the most formidable lightweight MMA fighters around. Rather than meeting the fellas in the Octagon, he kindly decided to come to Dadville HQ for a chat. Chandler breaks down all things you want to know about what's it's like to be an MMA fighter from the burden of cutting weight to how to talk to your kids after a tough loss. It's a Dadville guarantee that after listening to this episode you will be able to do 6-8 more pushups than before. Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Shopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial period at http://shopify.com/dadvilleGood Ranchers - Visit http://goodranchers.com and use the code dadville to claim your free meat and get $25 off.Quince - Go to http://quince.com/dadville for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even with all his unbelievable success, Vince Gill still pinches himself. "I would be doing this no matter what," he says. From playing with Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, and Keith Richards, Vince is still looking for the next surprise. "I really don't want to know how the movie ends." This week the fellas head over to Vince's house to record an episode that has been years in the making. Vince talks about that one time he opened for KISS, when he caught his daughter trying to sneak some boys into a sleepover in middle school, and what it's like to join the band that inspired you as a teenager. Go see Vince Gill on tour: https://www.vincegill.comJoin us: http://dadville.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bree Burks never intended to be a children's author. She started as a bedside nurse and soon moved into medical research in addition to being a hospital administrator. Currently, she's the VP of Strategy for Site Solutions for Veeva Systems—and the author of 'Delight in Your Hue: The Creator Painted You.' It's a book that encourages early conversations about race that was inspired by Bree's adoption story. Visit Bree: https://www.lovemoredomore.com/Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Good Ranchers - Visit http://goodranchers.com and use the codedadville to claim your free meat and get $25 off. Nutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DADVILLEShopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial period at http://shopify.com/dadville Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reporting from a double overcast Nashville, the fellas meet up at Dadville HQ to check in about a host of topics. They start with how to balance the constant dance of middle-school homework responsibilities. When is it too much? Also, the explore the yearly face-off with all the various viruses that rip through so many households. And if that wasn't enough, Dave goes deep on thinking about how old Clapton was when he made Unplugged. Spoiler: It triggers Dave a bit. Join us: http://dadville.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over half of the kids in the United States are playing a sport. And David Pollack is out to help those parents work through the struggles of balancing life, faith, and the increasing demands of youth sports. His book, The Won't Quit Kid, is a tale of learning the value of hard work and patience. In this episode, Pollack discusses the feeling of a pro career ending, his approach to sports with his own kids, and what it's like to hang out in -300-degree temps for three minutes. Today's Guest: https://davidpollack.com/Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Better Help - Visit http://betterhelp.com/dadville today to get 10% off your first month.Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at http://shopify.com/dadvilleAG1 - AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. So make sure to check out http://drinkAG1.com/dadville to get this offer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Andy Crouch, an author and former editor at Christianity Today, sheds light on parenting in a tech-dominated world. He emphasizes the importance of intentional and quality time with kids, balancing career pressures with family life. Andy shares insights on the necessity of sabbaticals for personal growth and the challenges of guiding children through modern stressors. His reflections on unstructured play and open communication highlight the evolving dynamics of parenting today.