Dad Pod

Andy shares what it's like to be one of the older dads in the room. This contains stories both hilarious and moving.Youtube:https://youtu.be/DMbDyPM4cjgJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders Gurda

Jesse is a divorced father of 3 kids. At the time of recording, he'd just dropped his middle son off at college. So we start there, then move on to his experience fathering 3 kids.Youtube:https://youtu.be/FvQwQ08cx0UJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders Gurda

Dave's a dad and entrepreneur turned CEO coach. I would say he relentlessly shared insights on this one. He starts hot and doesn't let up.Dave Kashen:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davekashen/Youtube:https://youtu.be/To9bMPyarwsJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders Gurda

Raju immigrated from India as a young child. Today, he has 4 kids (ages ~15 - 25) that love each other and take trips without him. Raju Rishi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajurishi/Full episode on Youtube:https://youtu.be/QcBbVKM9iuoJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders GurdaInfraction

Jeffrey grew up in 1960's Mississippi to black parents active in the civil rights movement. Today, he's father to a teenage daughter. He shares stories and reflections. Jeffrey Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreydavidthomas/Jeffrey's Mandella Yoga Project:https://www.mandelayogaproject.org/Full episode on Youtube:https://youtu.be/SvhGE3xNQzcJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders Gurda

DB has a wife and 2yo son. He grew up in rural Appalachia to sharecropper parents. He discusses how he has taken on fatherhood after an abusive and challenging childhood. Youtube: https://youtu.be/oyF83WxFzukJoin the semi-private whatsapp group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLHYMo48pKrGVxlVfx71eHMusic: Anders GurdaInfraction

In this episode we talk to Matt Hermann, a venture capitalist with 2 adult daughters. He shares his lessons & reflections after a couple decades as a dad.New! Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Ap_zLchgZjUMatt Hermann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhermann1/Music: Anders Gurda

TC discusses what it's like to experience 3 miscarriages and how it influenced him as a father.Music: Anders Gurda

Izaz was born in Bangladesh, immigrated to New York City as a kid, and is now raising 4 kids outside Atlanta. Music: Anders Gurda

Ted discusses what divorce taught him as a husband a dad.And:- When to consider mediation, therapy or couples coaching instead of divorce- red flags for men whose relationship could be deteriorating toward divorce and how to start pulling things back- His method to quickly calm down from a moment of rageMusic: Anders Gurda

Surya's parents grew up in India. He grew up in Nigera. Now he's raising a son in the United States. The International Man discusses what that's like.Music: Anders Gurda

Adam discusses: - how they manage long-distance travel with 2 kids, without going insane - his experience raising an autistic sonMusic: Anders Gurda

This was a fun one.In terms of parenting & family-management, Devin uses some of the more unique strategies & tactics.In this episode he covers it all, along with:- his experience being a dad while going through therapy and mental health challenges- how do you teach spirituality to your kids when your own spirituality is transforming?- how they set up a "family economy" as a vehicle to teach their kids about money, business and responsibility- their system for staying organized with several active kids who need rides everywhere I was blown away, tbhMusic: Anders Gurda

Kevin's high school daughter got huge on TikTok. He shares:- what they did to avoid the bad stuff that can come with that- the surprising benefits and how the family worked together to maximize them. (This goes deeper than simply free swag.)- specific techniques he and his wife used to parent their way through this- his biggest insights after raising 2 successful daughters Music: Anders Gurda

Trent's first few years of fatherhood are some of the most difficult we know of.He covers:- His approach to surviving intense parenting challenges, financial stress, and wild fires... all at the same time. Without much community support to lean on.- His experience wading through 12 months of sleep deprivation while still trying to perform well at work- How he and his spouse keep their relationship strong through hard timesAI Summary:In this episode, Mike and Luke discuss the challenges of balancing a career with the commitment to family with their guest, Trent. They explore the transition from being childless to becoming parents and how it impacted their careers and relationships. Trent shares his experience of juggling a demanding job with being an engaged parent and partner. They discuss the importance of having a support system and the difficulties of not having family nearby. They also touch on the impact of geography and financial pressures on parenting. In this conversation, Trent discusses the importance of community and support in maintaining a successful marriage and parenting journey. Trent reflects on the need for balance in his life and the struggle to keep all the balls in the air. He talks about the impact of having children on his career and the need to adjust expectations. Trent also emphasizes the importance of grace and giving each other the benefit of the doubt in relationships. Music: Anders Gurda

Dave discusses:- "They're not giving you a hard time, they're having a hard time." A grenade to the brain.- His family's method to resolve any conversation or argument that gets stuck. - How his family applies extreme honesty & transparency. V interesting, kinda scary.- What it's like to have a parent who's not that interested in your kids. Real stuff.Music: Anders Gurda

The first episode, baby! Listen to Niko discuss:How Niko's dad & their complex relationship influenced the way he fathers his sonWhat it's like to be a dad going through a divorce And have your own parents divorcing at the same time as youTrying to create an environment of 2 loving households instead of just 1Parenting as a community and organizing aligned principles with the other parents Being a dad vs being a friendAdditional summary via AI:Niko, Mike and Luke discuss the influence of their own fathers on their parenting styles. They explore their experiences growing up with their dads, the positive and negative aspects they inherited, and how they are navigating new challenges as fathers themselves. They also touch on the importance of creating a loving and supportive environment for their children, the impact of divorce on their parenting, and the process of healing and letting go of resentment towards their own fathers. Niko shares his experience reconnecting with his father before his passing and reflects on his own journey as a father. He discusses the emotional shift he had to make to approach his father with curiosity and empathy, and the tools he used for help. He also discusses the role of psychedelics in his personal growth and the importance of bridging the gap between logical understanding and internalizing change. He explores the challenges of balancing being a friend and a father to his own son, and the strategies he uses to navigate modern parenting issues like screen time and spoiling. Music: Anders Gurda