Cool Dads Club Podcast

It's NOT an April Fool's Joke! Jorge and Scott are back after a much too long hiatus. This episode is all about catching up on what has happened in the year and a half since we recorded last. Jorge has started a new business. Learn about the critter that forced Scott and his family out of the house for 2 months! Both dads admit to bragging on their kids and causing their sons to be embarrassed of them. Things mentioned in this episode: Jorge's Shower Steamers: https://www.getsweetsteams.com/ Above and Below Board Game Amazon Link A kids Guide to Hamilton book A Kids' Guide to Hamilton the Musical https://a.co/d/4K8IZs6 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

It's the 1 year anniversary of Cool Dads Club Podcast! We've been quiet for a few months, but we are back on the air. Scott shares where we've been since April. Jorge and Scott share their tips and experiences on moving, both locally and across the country. Zillow - house search website Greatschools.org Illinois Prairie Path Dumpster Bag Board Game Minute - Poetry for Neanderthals  Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

In this very special episode, Jorge and Scott are joined by special guests talking about the ways the perception and the role of being a dad has changed in the last decades. In this episode we mention Castle Panic Board Game. Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

This week Jorge and Scott look back on the days when they had newborns, and the lessons they want to share Mentioned in this episode: Daddy Bootcamp 5 S's Noise Machines The Baby Whisperer Wingspan Game Tokyo Treat --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

This episode is part 2 of the two parter. This week they talk about how they encourage their kids Right Brain to be analytical and problem solving. Things mentioned in this episode: Word Scramble IPad App Snap Circuits - Amazon Link Lego Mindstorm. Wired Article Code Ninjas Code Spark academy Kiwico Escape Room Amazon Link Scooby Doo Escape from the Haunted Mansion Amazon Link K'nex Rollercoaster Amazon Link - One example Our Family Plays Games YouTube link Cranium Amazon Link Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Jorge and Scott are back for 2021. This episode is a two parter. This week they talk about how they encourage their kids' Left Brain to be creative and artistic. Part two will focus on 'Right Brain' problem solving skills. Things mentioned in this episode: Mark Kistler Drawing videos: Imagination Station and Secret City and his Draw 3D website Folding Surprise: Youtube: Art for Kids Hub Travel Journal - Here Procreate - https://procreate.art/ Drawfee - https://www.youtube.com/user/Drawfee Mario Maker 2 - https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/super-mario-maker-2-switch/ Apple Pencil Alternative - Here Board Game Minute: Pandemic Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Special Guest and Cool Uncle Eric Wielinski joins us to talk about our unusual Holiday Traditions. What do Pizza Hut, GI Joe Terror Drome, cleaning the attic,  and the Great Poinsettia have in common? Whats the best place to hide your presents for the kids? Speakerphone/headphone warning: This episode has some Christmas discussions that some parents may prefer children not hear. Use your judgement  This episode we mention: This Podcast Ruined My Childhood - Eric's Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/4KSpwprmvDF4zv5jymfgZZ?nd=1. A Kids Guide to Hamilton - New Book written by Scott's Wife!! https://amzn.to/3p2xihN --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Jorge and Scott talk about how their families dealt with Covid quarantine in the beginning and how their lives have changed 8 months later. Board Game Minute as a special guest "G" talking about one of her favorite games, "My Little Scythe".  Things we mention on this episode. My Little Scythe and it's expansion, "Pie in the Sky".  Marco Polo app. https://www.marcopolo.me Kindle Unlimited. https://amzn.to/32CDrJ2 Epic Books. https://www.getepic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about Teaching Life skills. Tying shoes, riding a bike, playing teeball. Mentioned in this episode: Infant swim lessons: ISR Infant survival lessons Strider bike; balance bike Hidden Role Board Games: Resistance , Avalon , Donner Dinner Party Wanna reach out to the show? Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about The First quarter of Online School Mentioned in this episode: Excel in Excel for Kids at: ImproveYourWorkflow.com Use Coupon: Cooldads80 for 80% off! Among Us on the Apple and Google App stores: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/among-us/id1351168404 Game: 5 Minute Dungeon: https://amzn.to/30K87Hf Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about Creating impactful memories. Mentioned in this episode: Unlock - Many stories available. Unlimited replay..... with new people. Exit - Many stories available. These can be played only 1 time each only. Escape The Room - Several stories available. Can be replayed if you carefully pack back up.... The company provides instructions for this online Escape Room in a Box - Fun, good for a larger group as there are several puzzles that can be worked on at the same time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about Dad Hobbies Mentioned in this episode Factur Maker Space Melissa and Doug Magic Set Big Set Melissa and Doug Magic set Smaller Set Abracadabra Melisa and Doug Magic set Smaller Set Hocus Pocus --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about bringing old school movies we grew up with to the next generation of kids. Mentioned in this episode Fireball Island - Restoration Games Class Action Park documentary HBO (trailer) Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Mentioned in this episode: Malcom Gladwells' Outliers. Carol Dweck Growth Mindset Briceño TED Talk The Power of belief -- mindset and success Dave Ramsey - Smart Money, Smart Kids Love Letter Game Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

This is actually Episode 7, even though we are confused and call it episode 8 MULTIPLE times. Jorge and Scott talk about their first weeks with Elementary age kids going back to school.... virtually. Mentioned in this episode: Bohnanza (The Bean Game) : Rio Grande Games --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about Traveling Mentioned in this episode VRBO Air BNB One My Mountain? RV RentalsStop Thief Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: Hard Rock Hotel Orlando https://www.hardrockhotelorlando.com/ Cabin rentals on VRBO, AIRBNB, or a local property management company like 1MyMountain https://www.vrbo.com/ https://www.airbnb.com/ https://www.1mymountain.com/ Road trip planning app: https://roadtrippers.com/ Board Game Minute: Stop Thief https://restorationgames.com/stopthief/ Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about Screen Time.  Plus Steve joins us in our virtual studio as our first guest. He is longtime friend of Scott and Jorge, and a cool dad with 2 girls. Mentioned in this episode: PBS Kids https://pbskids.org ProCreate https://procreate.art Alexa - Skills for kids and family Smash Boom Best podcast https://www.brainson.org/pages/listen Brains On podcast https://www.brainson.org/pages/listen Big Block Sing Song https://www.youtube.com/user/bigblocksingsong Impossible Meat https://impossiblefoods.com Down to Earth with Zac Effron - Netflix.com Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Jorge and Scott talk about how they bond with their kids, as well as how to strengthen your bond. Mentioned in this episode Zombie Kids Evolution: Amazon link here Pastry Chef Masterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/dominique-ansel-teaches-french-pastry-fundamentals/chapters/introduction-3368883c-0010-439d-97a3-10ea05b88dd0 NASA Washington headquarters renaming: https://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-names-headquarters-after-hidden-figure-mary-w-jackson Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about food and cooking for the family. Jorge and Scott talk about how they each feed their families of 4. Cooking at home, eating out, delivery vs takeout. Mentioned in this episode InstaPot: https://amzn.to/3lqAdiK Volcano Waffle Maker: https://amzn.to/2GubN9i Bamboo tongs: https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/bamboo-toast-tong/1013033170?keyword=bamboo-tngs Crumbl Cookies (not a sponsor... but very good): https://crumblcookies.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

The one about activities and things to do during stay at home quarantine. Jorge and Scott talk about how they each entertain their families at home with free or cheap, educational, outdoor, indoor activities. Mentioned in this episode Sportbrella https://amzn.to/33IRpKl Kiwi Crate https://www.kiwico.com ProCreate https://apps.apple.com/app/procreate/id425073498 Leapfrog Leap Reader Pen https://store.leapfrog.com/en-us/store/p/leapreader-reading-and-writing-system/_/A-prod21301 Arduino https://store.arduino.cc/usa/ Snap Circuits https://amzn.to/33IRpKl Vocabulary for PreK: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Weekly-Vocabulary-Words-Set-1-of-4-3933399 Sight words flash Cards: https://amzn.to/36NsI14 Math Dice: https://www.thinkfun.com/products/math-dice-jr/ Happy Salmon - 3-6 Players. Combine the blue and green sets for up to 12 players! https://amzn.to/3iGQiit Ice Cool. https://amzn.to/3lrrblm Zooba https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wildlife.games.battle.royale.free.zooba&hl=en_US https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zooba-zoo-battle-royale-game/id1459402952 Blog about cardboard box activities, our kids LOVED stacking them up and hulk-smashing them!: https://dreamingupparties.com/2019/10/20/4-fun-ways-to-use-cardboard-boxes-at-your-next-party/ Blog about sensory bin activities- 1-3 year olds (scroll about halfway down for sensory bin ideas): https://mamapapabubba.com/2012/09/05/gracens-2nd-backyard-birthday-bash/ Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Welcome to the First Episode of the Cool Dad‘s Club Podcast! In this episode, Jorge and Scott introduce the show, talk about their Father's Day in Quarantine, and ideas to entertain the kids during stay at home. The goal this episode was to record in 1 take and not have to go back and edit, because, frankly, who has time for all that? Achievement UNLOCKED! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support