Dadville with Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin

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.

Jon Acuff, an author and speaker renowned for his insights on mindset and personal growth, joins the conversation. He shares fascinating insights from his latest book, co-written with his daughters. The discussion touches on parenting changes as kids enter high school, the significance of letting them experience low-risk failures, and the vital role of meaningful family moments. With a dash of humor, Acuff reflects on the quirks of modern parenting and the creative chaos of writing with his daughters, striking a balance between guidance and independence.

Well, we finally did it. Today marks the 200th episode of Dadville and the fellas mark the occasion by talking about their favorite Dadville moments, how it has affected them as parents, and what they do to foster friendships as an adult. Tune in to hear some early Dadville history and some behind-the-scenes laughs. Join us: http://dadville.substack.comPaperwork - Visit http://www.paperwork.press to get your "A Better Half Pack" and Use promo code DADS for 10% off your order!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

Abner and Amanda, the dynamic duo behind Johnnyswim, bring their warmth and musical talent to the conversation. They share a heartfelt story of their four-year journey to love, navigating the chaos of family life. The duo discusses the challenges of parenthood, their creative partnership, and the importance of personal growth in marriage. With playful banter about their differing personalities and spending habits, they reflect on how opposites attract and keep their relationship lively, all while balancing music and family responsibilities.

The boss is here! Annie F. Downs is a podcaster, public speaker, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the reasons Dadville exists. Annie joins the fellas this week to share her new kids book, Where Did TJ Go? It aims to help kids deal with grief and loss through the story of Annie's nephew TJ. This is a powerful episode that deals with a lot of questions families are left with after the loss of a loved one.Learn more about Where Did TJ Go? here: https://wheredidtjgo.com/Join us: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our sponsors!Shopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial period at http://shopify.com/dadvillePaperwork - Visit http://www.paperwork.press to get your "A Better Half Pack" and Use promo code DADS for 10% off your order!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