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Best podcasts about James Breakwell

Latest podcast episodes about James Breakwell

Pumped Up Parenting | The Best Advice that NO ONE ELSE GIVES YOU about Raising Kids in Today's World

Today's guest is JAMES BREAKWELL of XPLODING UNICORNS Fame. He has a following on 'X" of over 1 million people, all excited to read his next tweet about a funny thing any of his 4 children did or said. We candidly discuss the importance of humor in a family and also talk about the problem with overstressing and overscheduling your children. Join us as we learn to find the "funny" in life. Join James on X at https://x.com/XplodingUnicorn?s=20 Join James on Substack at https://jamesbreakwell.substack.com/ Get James' Books https://explodingunicorn.com/books/ +++++++++++ To reach out to Celia Kibler... pumpedupparenting.com Get your parenting SOS CALL with Celia at TalkWithCelia.com Support & read more information about the Day of Calm Foundation Get Celia's Award Winning Books at CeliasBooks.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pumped-up-parenting/support

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The Cartoon Pad
The Cartoon Pad w/ guest James Breakwell

The Cartoon Pad

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 52:08


This episode of The Cartoon Pad, the boys do a solid for the writing & cartooning community by having on Substack superstar, James Breakwell (Exploding Unicorn) share hs newsletter tips. https://explodingunicorn.com/

What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood
BEST OF: How Little Parenting Can We Get Away With? (with guest James Breakwell)

What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 48:29


Sometimes we need to stop trying so hard for things to get easier. We asked our listeners: where's an area of your parenting where you got better results by doing less?  In this episode we discuss our listeners' best advice on how to parent more lightly by caring less about our children's: homework potty training outfits palates basic hygiene birthday parties We also talk “bare minimum parenting” in its many forms with guest James Breakwell, author of Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child. James says bare minimum parenting isn't about the number of kids you have: “Two children aren't twice as much work as one. If you're already yelling at the first kid, just add the name of the second kid at the end.” For James, bare minimum parenting is about playing the long game. Can you look around at a group of adults and pick out which ones had baby massage or language-immersion preschool? Okay, sometimes they're dead ringers. But most of the time you can't, and we think James's new book is slyly revolutionary in the way it enables all of us to do less, worry less, and get our kids to pretty much the same place in the end. In other words, Bare Minimum Parenting doesn't have to mean no rules. It can mean basic rules that work for your family. But those rules aren't set by the family next door, or that clickbait-y guilt-inducing article you just read. And when the rules don't work? Put them aside for a bit. No regrets. ICYMI: in this episode Margaret mentions this slackline as her key to bare minimum backyard fun— her kids play on it for hours. Here's where you can find James: Buy James's book: https://bookshop.org/a/12099/9781982599294 @XplodingUnicorn on Twitter @ExplodingUnicorn on Facebook We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Reading With Your Kids Podcast
You Can't Be A Pterodactyl!

Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 25:50


Popular comedy writer James Breakwell is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to bring us the story of a determined boy with big dreams who remains undeterred by all the naysayers! James tells us that in You Can't Be A Pterodactyl we meet Tommy, a young boy who knows exactly what he wants to be when he grows up. But when he announces that he plans to be a pterodactyl, it turns out he's surrounded by skeptics (because what would he eat? Where would he live? How would he make money?). What's a kid with a big dream to do? Well first of all, he's not about to give up. (And he has a lot of good answers!) And fortunately, Tommy also has a wonderfully open-minded dad who helps him find a way to fulfill his goal. Kids will be cheering for Tommy on his road to pterodactyldom in this funny, engaging story, all the way to its clever resolution. Click here to visit James' website - https://explodingunicorn.com/you-cant-be-a-pterodactyl/  Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 

Wrong & Wronger
Ep 272 - Unspeakable Swelling and a Fancy New Tractor

Wrong & Wronger

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 26:52


A health update from the king of injuries and surgeries, James Breakwell! Also in this episode, a ranch update and a discussion of how Steve is quite possibly the worst hunter on the face of the earth. It's good to be back--and YOU are the beneficiary of our triumphant return (after a week off for Breakwell's surgery).

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Pivotal People
Ep. 40: Mark Gottlieb Literary Agent: Get Your Book Published

Pivotal People

Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 14, 2023 30:25


Meet my friend Mark Gottlieb, one of the top literary agents in the industry. I believe he is so successful at his work because he is kind, caring, knowledgeable, and a really nice guy. As a result, he has meaningful relationships throughout the industry, and his submissions are respected by publishers.  He makes authors' dreams come true.Mark is a highly ranked literary agent, both in overall deals and other individual categories.  Through his work at Trident Media Group, Mark represents numerous New York Times bestselling authors, as well as major award-winning authors, and has optioned and sold books to film and TV production companies. In his free time, Mark Gottlieb tutors free English language classes to adults from low-income immigrant families, via the Literacy Volunteers program at Family Centers, a nonprofit organization offering education, health and human services. He is also the Founder and President of the Stamford Literature, Arts & Culture Salon (SLACS). Mark Gottlieb is actively seeking submissions in all categories and genres and looks forward to bringing new and established authors to the curious minds of their future readers.REVIEWS“He is professional, knowledgeable, and deeply cares about the careers of his clients. …I'm lucky to have Mark in my corner!”—Alan Hlad, USA Today bestselling author“My writing career never would have advanced as fast or as far without Mark's help.”—James Breakwell, bestselling author“He goes above and beyond his work expectations by cultivating caring relationships with his clients, always expressing empathy and patience. He is kind, supportive and knows what he's doing.”—Ruby Karp, author of Earth Hates MeGet in touch with Mark:Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markgottliebliteraryagent/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgottliebliteraryagent/ Learn more at StephanieNelson.comDownload Stephanie's free ebook to cut your grocery bill in half--no coupons required!Follow us on Instagram @stephanie_nelson_cmFollow us on Facebook at CouponMom

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No Pants Required with Jen Mann
The Funniest Dad on the Internet James Breakwell

No Pants Required with Jen Mann

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 58:38


James Breakwell is the funniest dad on the internet. This is according to an informal poll Jen took at the dinner table last night, but she stands by the findings. James joins Jen to talk about his collection of in-flight barf bags. No wait, that's a different podcast. On this episode, James and Jen cover everything from his new creative endeavors to being out-numbered in his own home (and loving it) to being a Twitter superstar to inspiring Jen to actually get off her butt and try something new (an actual miracle). Follow James at Xploding Unicorn. 

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Jono & Ben - The Podcast
BONUS: The Funniest Dad On The Internet (James Breakwell)

Jono & Ben - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 5:10


James Breakwell tweeted conversations with his kids, and it turned into a million followers and a series of books. Ahead of Father's Day, he chats about his family, the power of 'Bare Minimum Parenting', and re-acts kids dialog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#585 Bare Minimum Parenting With James Breakwell (@XplodingUnicorn)

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 16:27


In the lead-up to Father's Day, Justin is talking to some of the most interesting dads around!Today on the podcast we hear from James Breakwell who is a comedy writer, dad to four daughters, and tweets to his 1 million plus followers on Twitter under the handle of @XplodingUnicorn.Topics discussed on this podcast: Seeing the funny side of parenting James' parenting style What his kids think of his internet career Follow James' on Twitter here or sign up for his newsletter and check out the Exploding Unicorn podcast here.You can find James' books, including Bare Minimum Parenting (The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child) on Booktopia.Find the 'Dadding Done Right Webinar' at the Happy Families Shop, or in your Happy Families Premium Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#585 Bare Minimum Parenting With James Breakwell (@XplodingUnicorn)

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 17:57


In the lead-up to Father's Day, Justin is talking to some of the most interesting dads around! Today on the podcast we hear from James Breakwell who is a comedy writer, dad to four daughters, and tweets to his 1 million plus followers on Twitter under the handle of @XplodingUnicorn. Topics discussed on this podcast: Seeing the funny side of parenting James' parenting style What his kids think of his internet career Follow James' on Twitter here or sign up for his newsletter and check out the Exploding Unicorn podcast here. You can find James' books, including Bare Minimum Parenting (The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child) on Booktopia. Find the 'Dadding Done Right Webinar' at the Happy Families Shop, or in your Happy Families Premium Membership. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

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Home Dad Chat
The Chosen 12 by James Breakwell

Home Dad Chat

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 45:08


A very entertaining conversation with James Breakwell about a world filled with vindictive A.I.'s and a group of organics who battle Kangaroos that have taken over the earth, Wolfsharks, and War Elephants with diarrhea problems. Danny and Brock talk through the book concept and try not to give too much away. Get your copy of the book http://explodingunicorn.com/books/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/homedadchat/message

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Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat.
Ostriches Are Dicks with James Breakwell

Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat.

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 63:17


This week on the pod we are joined by James Breakwell. James is a dad to four, professional comedy writer whose latest book, How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Masculinity from a Questionable Source came out in June, and is the mastermind behind the family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn. This is a hilarious conversation with James that covers everything from Catholic school and ostriches to being a dad to four and raising pigs. There is way more conversation around animals in this episode than usual! Be sure to check out all five of James' books, his YouTube channel, both of his podcasts, and of course to follow him on social media. A big thanks to James for sharing some laughs and his story. In This Episode: Guest's Show Notes  - www.wakedaddrinkrepeat.com/podcast/jamesbreakwellBuy a Copy of James' Books HereXplodingunicorn.comJames Breakwell on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeWrong and Wronger PodcastTen Minutes to Save Your Marriage PodcastSubscribe:Apple Podcast - https://apple.co/2Tt9FkaSpotify - https://spoti.fi/2MfPPI3Stitcher - http://bit.ly/2McLrJVGoogle Podcast - http://bit.ly/2MemDS4Check us out at: Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wakedaddrink)

The Witty Writers Show with author, Beth Worsdell.
FULL EPISODE! "How to be a man. Whatever that means" author, James Breakwell has a giggle and a chat with Beth Worsdell, about kids and the funny stuff they do.

The Witty Writers Show with author, Beth Worsdell.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 58:40


#Jamesbreakwell #Booktube #bookchat #authortips #parentingtips How to be a Dad, Exploding unicorns, Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, And Anything Else That Might Happen On An Average Tuesday, are just some of the topics that James Breakwell and I chatted about on The Witty Writers Show, lol. WHAT A FANTASTIC SHOW!! James is so honest and was so much fun, it was hilarious!!! James Breakwell, an amazing and talented comedy author, is joining us for a live episode of The witty Writers Show. James writes more than just family jokes and amazing books, he also enthralls readers through his webcomic, Unbelievably Bad, James has published five highly successful books, with several more planned for release in the near future. Make sure you grab James's recent release, which is brilliant, How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Modern Masculinity from a Questionable Source. It's available on all platforms. Bio: James Breakwell is a professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls, ages eight and under. He is best known for his family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, which boasts more than a million followers. The account went viral In April 2016 and transformed James from a niche comedy writer into one of the most popular dads on social media. James is represented by Mark Gottlieb of Trident Media Group. Links: http://explodingunicorn.com/ https://www.amazon.com/.../channel/UCdNTahpmNMP2Frp2mO8LQGQ Watch The Witty Writers Show live interviews here: Youtube Facebook Website Facebook group for writers and authors: WRITER BETTER AUTHOR SMARTER #bethWorsdell #TWWS #thewittywritersshow #jamesbreakwell #explodingunicorns #xplodingunicorns #comedywriter #authorinterview #liveshow #comedy #webcomics #UnbelievablyBad, #fatherhood #dadstories #funnydads #funnystories #funny #parodies #parenting #familyhumor #familieshumor #funnybooks #funnykidsbooks #parentbooks #funnyparents #parenttips #parentaltips #parentaladvice #funnydads --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beth-worsdell-author/message

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Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks
These parenting tips from James Breakwell are lifesavers. Literally. | Episode 244

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 30:39


If you need a laugh as much as we need a laugh, you'll appreciate this vintage Spawned episode with author and Twitter superstar James Breakwell. And hey, maybe his parenting tips will help us survive this summer! Meet our sponsor: Notes from the Backpack, a parenting podcast from the PTA. Subscribe now while you're listening to Spawned. You can find all the links from the show over on our podcast page on CoolMomPicks.com. Follow us on social: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Startup Parent
Writing About Your Family on Twitter: Where's the Line? — Comedic Writer James Breakwell, aka Xploding Unicorn

Startup Parent

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 62:53


#184 — Growing up, James Breakwell never had to think about what jobs he wasn't allowed to pursue. That changed when he had kids. As the father of four girls — one of whom recently said she wants to be a construction worker, and another who asked if she could be the Pope — he's had to put himself in the shoes of the females surrounding him at home. As an author and internet personality behind the popular Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, James is best known for his viral tweets depicting hilarious snippets of conversations with his daughters. In this interview with our first startup dad, he gets real about how he navigates building a public persona based on his family life — including how much to share and what to withhold. Full show notes at startupparent.com/184 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/startupparent/message

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Carnivore Cast
James Breakwell - Exploding Unicorn, Carnivore Comedian

Carnivore Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 28:48


James Breakwell (@james_breakwell) is a carnivore comedian. His Instagram bio reads: Comedy writer. Pig owner. Father of four girls ages ten and under. XplodingUnicorn on Twitter. Internet famous. Real life nobody. He's been a carnivore for over 2 years to lose weight, build muscle, and solve digestive issues. James is also the author of the forthcoming book, How to Be a Man - Whatever that means. Lessons in Masculinity from a Questionable Source, which I've had a chance to preview and is absolutely hilarious and entertaining! His previous books include Only Dead on the Inside and Bare Minimum Parenting.   This episode is brought to you by LMNT electrolytes. LMNT electrolytes are convenient, evidence-based, and delicious! My wife and I have been using LMNT for years every single day - they're great for fueling hard workouts, getting adapted / beating keto flu, fasting, traveling, and kickstarting your day with energy. They're used by Navy Seal teams, Olympic weightlifters, jiu-jitsu athletes, and everyday people who want to make themselves better like you and me! LMNT is offering FREE LMNT sample packs to Carnivore Cast listeners. All you have to do is pay for shipping. Go to drinklmnt.com/carnivorecast to claim this awesome deal!   What questions would you like answered or who would you like to hear from in the carnivore or research community?   Let me know on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.  

Decoding Success with Matt LeBris
187: "How to Be A Man" w/ James Breakwell

Decoding Success with Matt LeBris

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 43:40


Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast for Episode 187.  SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE Today, we're discussing the biggest misconceptions about masculinity, how it's defined in the eyes of our guest, why passion is unreliable, relationship advice based on masculinity in 2021, and more with our friend, James Breakwell (@xplodingunicorn).  James is a professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls, ages eight and under. He is best known for his family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, which boasts more than a million followers.  James has been profiled by USA Today, US Weekly, The Daily Mail, Metro, The Telegraph, Cosmopolitan, Better Homes and Gardens, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, Upworthy, The Chive, Bored Panda, 9gag, College Humor, various ABC and Fox TV news affiliates, and countless other TV, radio, and internet outlets. Pictures of his smiling girls have been displayed in newspapers as far away as India. His articles have appeared in Reader's Digest, The Federalist, and AskMen. He has been a guest multiple times on HLN's The Daily Share. James has just released a new book, "How to Be A Man," which we're diving into on this episode. You can pick up your copy here.  To connect with James, find him here on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and his website.  To connect with Matt, find him here on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website.  Rate, Subscribe and Share!

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Become a Writer Today
Writing Humor and Comedy with James Breakwell

Become a Writer Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 28:05 Transcription Available


James Breakwell is a professional comedy writer.He's the father of four girls who were the inspiration behind his popular Twitter account, which eventually went viral. And on the back of that, he produced a series of parenting books, but they're not you're usual parenting books.In this episode, James and I chat about what makes his parenting books different from the others out there. We also talk about his latest book, How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means).In this episode, we discuss:How James built a following on Twitter before writing his first bookUsing his family and friends as the subject of his tweets and booksThe next step after building a following on TwitterJames's writing processWorking on his next projectsResources:James on TwitterSendyConvertKitExplodingUnicorn.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/becomeawritertoday)

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Dads With Daughters
How to be a Man: Whatever That Means With James Breakwell

Dads With Daughters

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 35:36


Today on the Dads with Daughters Podcast we spoke with  professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls, ages eight and under, James Breakwell.  We talk today about his own experiences as a father but also about his brand new book How to Be a Man: Whatever That Means. About James Breakwell James Breakwell is a professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls, ages eight and under. He is best known for his family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, which boasts more than a million followers. The account went viral In April 2016 and transformed James from a niche comedy writer into one of the most popular dads on social media. James writes more than just family jokes. His Star Wars parody account @VeryLonelyLuke went viral in December 2015 and now has nearly 350,000 followers. Combined with James’ verified Facebook page, Instagram account, and other various comedy Twitter accounts, James has a total reach of more than 1.5 million followers. He also reaches thousands of daily readers through his three webcomics, Unbelievably Bad, Unfridgeworthy, and Wombat Dojo. James has published two books, with several more planned for release in coming years. Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse offered useful advice for how to raise happy, healthy children in a world overrun by the undead. Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child taught regular moms and dads to best overachieving parents by doing less. How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday, another comedy parenting guide, is scheduled to hit stores in November 2019. Prance Like Nobody’s Watching: How to Live Like an Exploding Unicorn, a guided journal for kids, is scheduled for release in early 2020. If you've enjoyed today's episode of the Dads With Daughters podcast we invite you to check out the Fatherhood Insider. The Fatherhood Insider is the essential resource for any dad that wants to be the best dad that he can be. We know that no child comes with an instruction manual and most are figuring it out as they go along. The Fatherhood Insider is full of valuable resources and information that will up your game on fatherhood. Through our extensive course library, an interactive forum, step-by-step roadmaps, and more you will engage and learn with experts but more importantly with dads like you. So check it out today!

DadHouse
19: Interview with James Breakwell

DadHouse

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 48:09


You know him as internet famous @xploding unicorn.  Buzzfeed calls him “the funniest dad on Twitter.”  He stops by the podcast to talk about his new book How to be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Modern Masculinity from a Questionable Source.  So, sit back and enjoy the conversation that is chocked full of dad jokes, good times, and the perfect design for a man stroller.   And for the first time ever, we roll out the Dadhouse Five:  Check Your Dadness.   7:12-- We are right into the conversation with James and the greatness of hot sauce.  Mick gives a shout-out to Des Moines hometown favorite Lola's Fine Hot Sauce.  9:28—James has urban pigs.  Mick has never been so happy to talk livestock.  And Shannon learns that there is a thing called a pellet spreader to feed pigs.   15:55—Everyone loves the Indianapolis Children's Museum.  And for Kansas City, don't miss the WWI Museum or Hallmark's Kaleidoscope.  18:58—And if you're in Iowa, don't miss Pulpit Rock Brewing Company or Toppling Goliath Brewing.  20:10—We kick off today's topic: Manhood and Fatherhood and how it intersects in today's world.  We start with the question of the best and worst examples of fatherhood in today's media.  23:51—There was a time where the five dads on Dadhouse shot a reality show pilot for TLC.  It was ten years ago and never made the air, but here is the story.  29:28—How does the world market to dads?  37:31—And here it is, the perfect stroller for a dad.  41:47—Something new that we are doing with every guest.  The Dadhouse Five!  Five Questions to Check Your Dadness.  Now go by the book!   Visit XplodingUnicorn.com to find links to everything James Breakwell.   Twitter: @xplodingunicorn.com Facebook: James Breakwell Xploding Unicorn.  Instagram: James_Breakwell And don't forget to sign up for his super funny weekly newsletter! 

The Carnivore Yogi Podcast
Healing on an animal based diet with Father of 4 & comedy writer James Breakwell

The Carnivore Yogi Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 67:02


Enjoy this episode with James Breakwell & pre-order his book here: https://amzn.to/3fm6S8E Follow him on Instagram - @James_breakwell Visit his website - www.explodingunicorn.com. June group link - https://mailchi.mp/1cb3ba5d2426/989cnvllqa

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We Run This
Episode #47: James Breakwell on finding the humor in running and life

We Run This

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 67:05


If the name James Breakwell sounds familiar, you probably follow one of his popular social media accounts. Best known for his family humor Twitter @XplodingUnicorn, James went viral in 2016 and transformed from a niche comedy writer into one of the most popular dad bloggers on social media. The father of four is a former high school and collegiate runner who ran his first race in middle school - an ultra where runners did the same 5K loop as many times as possible in eight hours. “I didn't train at all,” remembers James. “The longest I'd ever run before that was maybe seven miles. I did exactly 10 loops—31 miles. At the end, I just wanted to die.” In this episode, James talks about his new book “How To Be A Man (Whatever That Means)”, his approach to running in high school and college, his mentality of having “no mentality” when it comes to running, running as a way to combat writer's block, and coaching his young daughters. **This episode is supported by Manscaped. Go to Manscaped.com and use the promo code WERUNTHIS20 to get 20% OFF and Free Shipping on your order.** --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/werunthis/support

Marketing is the Product Podcast
James Breakwell on How to be a Man (Whatever That Means)

Marketing is the Product Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 48:56 Transcription Available


James Breakwell is a comedy writer and self-described amateur father. Coming June 8, he will be releasing, or perhaps unleashing, his new book: How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Modern Masculinity from a Questionable Source.In this podcast, we chat with James about his new book, his family, his comedy career, and how pigs and tweets can be used as currency. You can find James on Twitter and Instagram.Show Notes 1:05 - Who is James Breakwell2:47 - You have written a book called "How to Be a Man" in 2021... Why?7:30 - Breaking down stereotypes... 10:45 - When is the book coming out?12:25 - What was it like to write a more personal story?19:00 - What is it like having two pigs?32:30 - How has social media shaped your comedy?44:00 - What are you passionate about aside from writing, comedy, and family?47:00 - Where can people connect with you? Where to find James:https://twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://www.instagram.com/james_breakwell/?hl=enhttp://explodingunicorn.com/

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PLAYING DEVIL'S ADVOCATE
James Breakwell: Xploding Like A Unicorn

PLAYING DEVIL'S ADVOCATE

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 28:34


S1: E12: Bonus Guest | James Breakwell: Xploding Unicorn SummaryJames Breakwell, the Xploding Unicorn, tells us about his new book and the daily chaos that is life - with a healthy dose of geek culture in the form of Star Wars mixed in. Special GuestJames Breakwell - Accomplished author, podcaster, and comedian of the Xploding Unicorn brand. Time Stamps[00:00-Intro] [03:44-Meet James] [27:53 - Outro] Key Takeaways*Kids suck your youth & are fodder for comedy *What you do at 16 defines you *How To Be A Man is a staple in life for any gender *Women Love Xploding Unicorns - its a horn thing *Podcasting is life *There is a right way to eat an Oreo that piggybacks on hotdog sandwiches *Don't give up your day job *Twitter flex is strong with James Breakwell *Manual labor over grounding *Star Wars Rebellion is the bomb The Big AsksFollow me/Connect (click link): https://twitter.com/playing_da (Twitter) |https://www.playingda.com/ ( PlayingDA) |https://www.musingaroundlv.com/ ( MusingAround) |https://www.instagram.com/musingaroundlv/?hl=en ( Instagram) |https://www.facebook.com/MusingAroundLV/ ( Facebook) Clubhouse: @musingaroundlv  |  email: writtenwordvegas@yahoo.com Donate/Become VIP for Free Merchandise: Onetime:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SocialiZen ( PayPalMe) Onetime: Venmo @playingDA Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/musingaroundlv (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/musingaroundlv) Membership Subscription:  Become a VIP member athttps://www.patreon.com/playingDA ( Patreon)-3 months get you a signed copy of my book (your choice) and you can earn free merch (https://www.patreon.com/playingDA (https://www.patreon.com/playingDA)) Review, Share, Rate https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/playing-devils-advocate-1664883 (Podchaser) Reference LinksUnicorn Hunting License - https://www.lssu.edu/traditions/unicornhunters/ (https://www.lssu.edu/traditions/unicornhunters/) Legend (movie) - https://amzn.to/3xOzM8V (https://amzn.to/3xOzM8V) How To Be A Man (book) - https://amzn.to/2RBZYCN (https://amzn.to/2RBZYCN) Dogma (movie) - https://amzn.to/33mDQzd (https://amzn.to/33mDQzd) XplodingUnicorn website - http://explodingunicorn.com/ (http://explodingunicorn.com/)   Next Time...Back to regularly scheduled programming This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Dad Time Out Show
Dad Time Out Show Conversations: James Breakwell

Dad Time Out Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 46:01


In our inaugural DTO Conversations episode MK talks with professional comedy writer, amateur father of four and social media star James Breakwell. They talk family, fatherhood, funny and the origins of James' writing path through his twitter fame (1.2million and counting) and speak at length about process, family, life in general and dive into his brand new book: How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Masculinity from a Questionable Source coming out June 1st!  Good times. Thank you James!

Media in Minutes
James Breakwell: Influencer, Author and Comedy Writer

Media in Minutes

Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later May 5, 2021 26:10 Transcription Available


On this episode of Media in Minutes, we talk with social media influencer, author and comedy writer, James Breakwell. He is best known for his family humor twitter account Xploding Unicorn, which has more than 1 million followers. James has also published three books – about to release the fourth in June – and has been profiled in publications such as USA Today, US Weekly, Reader's Digest, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan and many more. Find James on Twitter: @XplodingUnicornFollow him on Instagram: @James_BreakwellConnect with James on Facebook: @ExplodingUnicornYou can preorder his newest book on Amazon: How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means): Lessons in Modern Masculinity from a Questionable SourceCheck out James' past books: http://explodingunicorn.com/books/ To sign up for his newsletter, visit: http://explodingunicorn.com/newsletter/ 

Wrong & Wronger
Ep 198 - Last Week's Catastrophe

Wrong & Wronger

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 25:33


Last week was a mess--and now YOU will receive an explanation! James Breakwell comes clean and reads from a prepared statement of apology for his misdeed. . . Well, that's not true. But he DOES come clean and talk about "the incident."

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Here's Where it Went Wrong
Alien: When They Went All In On The Sex Stuff (w/ James Breakwell)

Here's Where it Went Wrong

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 60:24


Wen and Andrew have on the very funny James Breakwell (new book "How to Be a Man (Whatever That Means)" out this June) to discuss the grandaddy of all Sci-Fi Horror, Alien!From its beginnings as a Star Wars cash in the one of the most successful sci-fi and horror franchises of all time, they get into how the first two entries were some of the greatest movies of all time that somehow led to Alien Resurrection!Enjoying this podcast? Have questions, comments, or suggestions for an episode? You can reach out to Andrew and Wen on the HWIWW Twitter account! DM anytime, they'd love to hear from you!Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join

Dad Fiction
How To Be A Man (sort of)

Dad Fiction

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 71:00


We have a hilarious comedy writer James Breakwell on the show to tell us about his book How to Be A Man (Whatever that means). Strap in and watch us try and keep up with his wit. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/DadFiction​ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dadfiction/​ #howtobeaman​ #whatisaman​ #author​ #Infertility​ #Male​ #pregnant​ #ADHD​ #parentingADHD​ #Manscaped​ #Thedowntheretool​ #hardwoodfloors​ #parenting​ #parenting101​ #parentingtedtalk​ #parentingjunkie​ #parentingtips​ #parenting​ #parentinghacks​ #parentingchoices​ #parentingstyles​ #parentingclasses​ #parentingin21stcentury​ #parentinghumor​ #Parentingjokes​ #parentingcomedy​ #Parentingticktok​ #ParentingBlog​ Howtoparent #howtoparentatoddler​ #howtoparentateenager​ #howtoparentwithoutyelling​ #howtoparentADHD​ #HoWtoparentateenager​ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/DadFiction​ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dadfiction/​

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Dad 2.0 Podcast
Episode 74: James Breakwell Looks A Bit Less Terrible

Dad 2.0 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 62:29


What do Madonna, Michelangelo, and Michael Stipe have in common? We compare them all to James Breakwell, who built his writing career by workshopping material on Twitter. In his fifth book, How To Be A Man (Whatever That Means), the man behind Xploding Unicorn attempts to determine what manhood is by declaring and dismissing all the things it isn't. We talk about his writing process, making revisions at 3x speed, how his newsletter has built a solid audience for his book sales, and the burst of pride you feel when your pig makes the police blotter. 

Minutia Men Celebrity Interview on Radio Misfits
MM Celebrity Interview – James Breakwell, Exploding Unicorn

Minutia Men Celebrity Interview on Radio Misfits

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 28:56


Rick and Dave chat with parenting humorist/author (Xploding Unicorn, Bare Minimum Parenting, Prance Like No-One’s Watching) James Breakwell. [Ep44] The post MM Celebrity Interview – James Breakwell, Exploding Unicorn appeared first on Radio Misfits.

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The Momtellectual Podcast
MOMTELLECTUAL 110 - Exploding Unicorns with James Breakwell

The Momtellectual Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 34:56


James Breakwell, professional comedy writer, amateur father of 4 girls, and famous Twitter personality (@XplodingUnicorn) joins me to talk about what it's like to be Twitter famous, and how to see humour in everyday parenting situations. He's also here to share about his latest book, "How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday."

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Parent Footprint with Dr. Dan
Zombies, Ostriches, and Unicorns...Oh My!...Parenting with comic writer James Breakwell Ep - 83

Parent Footprint with Dr. Dan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 33:21


Get ready to laugh out loud! Today Dr. Dan treats listeners to an episode filled with humor and real life parenting advice from the hilarious author, professional comic writer, and (in his own words) “amateur father” James Breakwell (best known as the Twitter phenomena @XplodingUnicorn).  A parent of four daughters, James Breakwell is the popular author of several funny parenting books including the newest How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday.  James tackles challenges ordinary challenges parents encounter in their own everyday lives and at the same time gives us all his fresh perspective and a great laugh, too.   Dr. Dan and James chat about parenting, humor, silly scenarios, pets, kids, jokes, and much more in today’s episode.  Dr. Dan has fun sharing why over one million fans follow James and his parenting adventures on Twitter.   At the end of the episode, parents will giggle like kids when they hear James talk to Dr. Dan about his Parent Footprint Moment involving his pet pigs.  Dr. Dan and James end the show with great advice - merely surviving every single day on the parenting journey is an enormous accomplishment.     James Breakwell’s comedy went viral in April 2016 when Buzzfeed featured his kid-centric jokes in an article that quickly drew more than two million views. His jokes have been featured by USA Today, US Magazine, DailyMail.com, Metro.co.uk, Huffington Post, 9GAG, theCHIVE.com, CollegeHumor.com, and countless TV, radio, and internet outlets. James Breakwell’s articles have appeared in Reader’s Digest, The Federalist, and AskMen.  His next book Prance Like No One’s Watching will be published in spring 2020.   Watch this free video to learn more about Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint Awareness Training®.

Fit Dad Fitness Podcast
Ep 145: Using humor to highlight all the ups and downs of parenthood, with comedian author James Breakwell

Fit Dad Fitness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 37:57


My guest this week brings a light-hearted and humorous take on parenthood at a time when we could all use more laughter and smiling. James Breakwell is a comedy writer and self-proclaimed amateur father, with 4 daughters all under the age of 9. He's written three books about the ups and downs of parenting and fatherhood, the most recent being "How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday." In our conversation, James and I discuss his rise in comedy with his Twitter account, @XplodingUnicorn, and how parenting is a never-ending treasure trove of comedic material. This episode is sponsored by Tonal (https://www.tonal.com/), a smart at-home gym that essentially replaces all of the machines that you would find in a big box gym with its digital weight system capable of up to 200 pounds of resistance. Right now, Fit Dad Fitness Podcast listeners get $100 off the Tonal smart accessories when you use the code FITDAD at www.tonal.com/. You can also use the code WOFH and get the $250 installation and delivery fee waived! Go to https://www.fitdadfitness.com/work-it-out-bodyweight-guide to download my FREE bodyweight workout guide, Work It Out. Thank you for listening to the show. Please subscribe and share with a friend or family member that might enjoy this podcast. And as always, if you feel up for it, I'd greatly appreciate it if you left a rating and review. Thanks again!

No sitting on the sideline dad podcast
Enjoy The Ride and watch out for Ostrich Attacks and Accidental Time Travel

No sitting on the sideline dad podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2020 32:55


Today on the podcast my interview with James Breakwell the author of the book "How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time   Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday".  James funny perspective of being Dad of four children and two pigs. James trying to keep everyone safe and happy and in one piece  James shares a lot of good stories and his perspective of being a parent and have fun doing it    links: twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn Wrong & Wronger 10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage show links: Buy me a coffee Facebook Page No sitting on the sideline dad podcast tee-public store

The Child Repair Guide with Dr. Steve Silvestro
Saving Your Child from Ostrich Attacks & Finding the Humor in Parenting - with James Breakwell

The Child Repair Guide with Dr. Steve Silvestro

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 44:40


Comedian Ray Romano once noted that "having children is like living in a frat house — nobody sleeps, everything's broken, and there's a lot of throwing up."   As just about everyone listening to this right now knows, being a parent is one of the hardest things you'll ever do. Sure, it's also the most wonderful, joyous, meaningful thing you'll ever do—but it's no cakewalk.   That's why it really is so important to be able to look at the craziness of raising kids—yes, including the vomit everywhere—and somehow find the humor in it all.   That's the superpower of my guest today, James Breakwell. James is a professional comedy writer and self-described “amateur parent” of four girls, aged 8 and under. His parenting humor twitter account @XplodingUnicorn boasts over 1 million followers. Because of the way the social media world works, you may or may not recognize that account name, but I guarantee you've seen his writings if you're on social media.   James's online writing, most commonly taking the form of conversations between himself and one of his kids, deftly brings to life the innocence and absurdity of living in a house with tiny people whose understanding of the world is tenuous at best. But he does it in a way that I really appreciate and that makes him stand out from so many other parenting humorists—by respecting and marveling at his kids along the way.   He is the author of three books, including Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse, Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, and his newest book—How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday.   This was a conversation that I really think you're going to enjoy. If you do, and you want to share this episode by sharing the link drstevesilvestro.com/108 , neither James nor I will be offended!

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Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Parent Survival Mode with James Breakwell (Xploding Unicorn)

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 29:30


This week’s guest is James Breakwell, a father of four daughters and a comedy writer known to many as @XplodingUnicorn. In our conversation, we break down the parts of parenthood that send us into parent survival mode, how to survive with the stress and crazy parenting moments that James has had to survive however he can. We also talk about James’ new book How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday. This is James’ third appearance on the podcast, dating back to the early version of the show when it was called the ParentNormal Comedy Podcast. We reminiscence on how James’ popularity has grown and how his writing life has changed. Find more at www.parentnormal.com. 

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Dad So Hard
63 Guest Dad & Author James Breakwell – Movies, Dad Survival Skills and More

Dad So Hard

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 35:32


This week Danny and Vinnie are joined by comedian and author James Breakwell  @xplodingunicorn on Twitter, www.explodingunicorn.com.     His third book is out now and a best seller “How to Save Your Child form Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel and Anything Else that might happen on an Average tuesday.   These guys cover all topics from … Continue reading 63 Guest Dad & Author James Breakwell – Movies, Dad Survival Skills and More →

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks
How to protect your kids from the real dangers in life. Like woolly mammoths. | Ep 184

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 28:55


Today we're joined by third-time guest and fan favorite James Breakwell, A.K.A. the popular humorist Exploding Unicorn, and author of How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday. As you can imagine, this is a VERY SERIOUS INTERVIEW about VERY SERIOUS THREATS TO CHILDREN. I mean, if your kid ever encounters a werewolf, or doesn't know what to do if they're suddenly transported into a real Minecraft world, you will 100% know how to handle it thanks to this candid and urgent discussion. // Questions or comments? Join our Spawned Podcast Community on Facebook and visit our podcast page on Cool Mom Picks for info about James, his new book, and our cool picks of the week! //Thanks again for subscribing, and for all your lovely reviews. If supernatural beings ever attacked your family, we'd totally be there for you.

Good Dads Podcast
E320 James Breakwell

Good Dads Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 23:18


James Breakwell is an author of "How To Save Your Child From Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on a Random Tuesday," talks about challenges ordinary parents might encounter in their everyday lives.

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The Babylon Bee
Episode 27: Fatherhood, Ostrich Attacks, And Free Pigs With James Breakwell

The Babylon Bee

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2019 69:38


In episode twenty-seven of The Babylon Bee podcast, editor-in-chief Kyle Mann and creative director Ethan Nicolle talk to James Breakwell, proprietor of Exploding Unicorn, whose social media reach is in the millions. James is a professional comedy writer and author of several books, most recently How to Save Your Child from Ostrich Attacks, Accidental Time Travel, and Anything Else that Might Happen on an Average Tuesday. They discuss parent shaming, dad fails, surviving insane animal attacks, and how getting famous writing comedy for a living is extremely repeatable. Follow James Breakwell on Twitter (@XplodingUnicorn). Show Outline  Introduction -  Kyle tried out his improv routine on Ethan and Ethan makes it weird and uncomfortable.  They get into a discussion about weird names like Melvin. Story 1 - Gardener In Background Of Kaepernick Video Receives Call From Washington Redskins Story 2 - 'Rise Of Skywalker' To Introduce First Lesbian AT-AT Story 3 - Bombshell Report Reveals Trump Has Been Mooching Off Pence's Netflix Account For Years Interview - James Breakwell Hate Mail And Love Mail  Subscriber-Exclusive Content -  Story 1 - House Hears Testimony From Renowned, Unbiased Legal Scholar Hillga Clintonheimer Story 2 - 'Guardians 3' To Feature Most Sinister Villain Yet: Single-Use Plastic Bottles Become a paid subscriber at https://babylonbee.com/plans

Let's Parent on Purpose: Christian Parenting, Marriage, and Family Talk
150 How to Survive an Ostrich Attack with James Breakwell

Let's Parent on Purpose: Christian Parenting, Marriage, and Family Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2019 33:34


  Sometimes you come here for help on your marriage. Sometimes you tune in because you need an encouragement on your walk with God. And, sometimes you need to know how to save your child from ostrich attacks, accidental time travel, and anything else that might happen on an average Tuesday. Today I'm joined by [...]

Isle of Misfits podcast
James Breakwell: The Sequel

Isle of Misfits podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 27:36


James Breakwell is back... and he may have just about the best Grizzly Bear epic saga you ever heard... And if that's not enough to get you to listen, we also talk about his hilarious new book, which you may need if ever you are attacked by a a grizzly bear, or an ostrich, or a goose... It could happen.

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Comedy Writer, James Breakwell

"The Commute" Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 59:52


My friend and podcast co-host, James Breakwell, sits down for the first time in over two years to discuss his professional life behind the scenes. How he manages his social media accounts, deals with publishing and book deals, handles advertisements on his sites, and his plans for the future. A guy who has monetized social media without the benefit of YouTube, a fascinating self-made career!

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Wrong & Wronger
Ankle Socks vs No Show Socks

Wrong & Wronger

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 16:05


Ankle Socks vs No Show Socks by Steve Olivas, James Breakwell

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Tangential Parenting
Tangential Parenting - 011 - Tell the Cat To Be Responsible

Tangential Parenting

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 32:17


  Want to leave your kids? (We won't judge). It can be hard, especially when it's your first time. Depending on the age, traveling without your kids can be difficult on both you and your children. Eric and Rachel talk about their very different experiences and how they coped (or helped their kids cope). As usual, they wander off to other topics. There's an exploration of Doctor Who, and Eric reveals once again how he remembers a thing, but not the details. He also makes up a podcast called Exploding Armchair, which we can only guess is a mashup of Exploding Unicorn from James Breakwell and Armchair Expert with Dax Sheppard. They also talk about Batman's nutritional deficiencies, spoiler-free Captain Marvel, and a few other things.  Remember to subscribe and rate the show.     Get The Modern Father straight to your inbox! - Sign Up The Modern Father: Website // Twitter // Facebook Starship Suburbia: Website // Twitter // Facebook

Dad Wisdom
#103 Bare Minimum Parenting with James Breakwell

Dad Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2019 26:28


James Breakwell - full-time comedian/author and part-time dad of four talks about his book: Bare Minimum Parenting- the Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child.

Feed Play Love
Bare Minimum Parenting: Why We Expect Way Too Much From Parents

Feed Play Love

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 15:16


James Breakwell is a comedian and author whose Twitter account Xploding Unicorn documents the funny conversations he has with his kids. While writing a humourous book about how to put the least amount of effort into parenting he accidentally discovered something very profound. He explains why the book, Bare Minimum Parenting, the ultimate guide to not quite ruining your children, is the parenting book you need to read this year.

GAME CHANGERS - BRITTLESTAR
XPLODING UNICORN - JAMES BREAKWELL ON BARE MINIMUM PARENTING

GAME CHANGERS - BRITTLESTAR

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2018 33:41


James Breakwell reached his goal of being a journalist at a newspaper pretty quickly... then he quit... and became a social media celebrity and bestselling author. How?

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks
How to be a bare minimum parent | Ep 134

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2018 28:58


If you're familiar with helicopter parenting, sorry, we're not talking about that. We're welcoming back the hilarious James Breakwell (aka Xploding Unicorn on Twitter) to talk about pretty much the opposite: bare minimum parenting. It also happens to be the title of his new book. He chats with Liz about school, social media, sanctimommies, and other things that don't start with the letter "s." We love hearing from you! Drop us an email at spawned@coolmompicks.com, tweet us @coolmompicks with #spawnedshow, and hit us up on Facebook. 

The Struggle is Real: Modern Parenting
Recovering from Parenting Mistakes feat. James Breakwell

The Struggle is Real: Modern Parenting

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2018 30:15


Parenting isn't an exact science. Sometimes we shine and sometimes not so much. It's ok. Join our panel discussion this week with James Breakwell a.k.a. Xploding Unicorn, for tips on how to recover from those parenting mistakes.

For Real
E20: #20 A Nonfiction Holiday Gift Guide

For Real

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 54:24


In this week’s episode, Kim and Alice share a few last November new books, then jump into a holiday gift guide with recommendations for history buffs, video gamers, wine aficionados, nature lovers and more. This week’s episode of For Real is sponsored by Book Riot Insiders, Homer and the Holiday Miracle by Gwen Cooper, and Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child by James Breakwell. Follow Up The Fifth Risk by Michael Lewis The New Negro: The Life of Alain Locke by Jeffrey C. Stewart New Books Stranger’s Pose by Emmanuel Iduma The Woo-Woo by Lindsay Wong Seduction by Karina Longworth We the People by Erwin Chemerinsky Becoming by Michelle Obama Holiday Recommendation Guide: Reader Requests Population 485 by Michael Perry Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt The Guns of August by Barbara Tuchman Goodbye-to All That by Robert Graves Storm of Steel by Ernst Junger The Lost City of Z by David Grann Skyjack by Geoffrey Gray Salt, Fat, Acid and Heat by Samin Nosrat The Cooking Gene by Michael W. Twitty Love, Loss, and What We Ate by Padma Lakshmi Holiday Recommendation Guide: General Recommendations Cork Dork by Bianca Bosker Tasting the Past by Kevin Begos The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald The Invention of Nature by Andrea Wulf The Game Console by Evan Amos Console Wars by Blake J. Harris Extra Lives by Tom Bissell Ex Libris by Anne Fadiman Bibliophile by Jane Mount of Ideal Bookshelf Tolstoy and the Purple Chair by Nina Sankovitch Writer’s Under Surveillance Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown The Family Gene by Joselin Linder Another Day in the Death of America by Gary Younge Reading Now No One Tells You This by Glynnis MacNicol The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot

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The Federalist Radio Hour
'Bare Minimum Parenting' May Be Better For You And Your Kids

The Federalist Radio Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 46:00


Co-hosts David Harsanyi and Mollie Hemingway interview author and humor writer James Breakwell on his new book, "Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child." They discuss how to turn your child into a functional adult without the stress or pressure manufactured by helicopter parents today. As usual, stick around for the third segment where Mollie and David discuss their recent music and television finds.

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Walk-Ins Welcome w/ Bridget Phetasy
7. James Breakwell On Why He Can Do Better, But He’s Not Going To

Walk-Ins Welcome w/ Bridget Phetasy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 73:56


James Breakwell, Twitter celebrity, Indiana father of four daughters, and author of Bare Minimum Parenting – The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, discusses raising children in today’s world. He and Bridget cover “drone parenting”, screen time and social media, keeping your perspective on parenting and ignoring the shamers, and why wanting your […]Sponsored by Follain Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/walk-ins-welcome-bridget-phetasy/james-breakwell-on-why-he-can-do-better-but-hes-not-going-to/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to Walk-Ins Welcome w/ Bridget Phetasy in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

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Walk-Ins Welcome w/ Bridget Phetasy
E7. James Breakwell On Why He Can Do Better, But He’s Not Going To

Walk-Ins Welcome w/ Bridget Phetasy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 73:56


James Breakwell, Twitter celebrity, Indiana father of four daughters, and author of Bare Minimum Parenting – The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, discusses raising children in today’s world. He and Bridget cover “drone parenting”, screen time and social media, keeping your perspective on parenting and ignoring the shamers, and why wanting your kid to go to Harvard is basically a euphemism for wanting them to make the most money. They also discuss treating Twitter like a job, how “overnight success” is really the result of at least ten years of slogging, and why saying “let’s cut parents some slack,” is a radical message in this day and age, but it shouldn’t be. You can find James on Twitter @XplodingUnicorn.

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Building Books Podcast
James Breakwell

Building Books Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 44:48


James Breakwell is a professional comedy writer, husband, and father of four young girls. He is best known for his family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, which boasts more than a million followers. The account went viral In April 2016 and transformed him from a niche comedy writer into one of the most popular dad brands on social media.

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The DTALKS Podcast - Detoxing from Life
Episode 65 - Bare Minimum Parenting (Ft. James Breakwell)

The DTALKS Podcast - Detoxing from Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2018 47:57


In this episode of the podcast Joe finds out how bare minimum parenting works with the man who literally wrote the book on it: James Breakwell. This Social Media Mogul who has over 1 million twitter followers does a deep dive into all aspects of his new book, Bare Minimum Parenting, which is the #1 new release in "Parenting & Families Humor" over at Amazon.com Joe had a great time trading jokes and parenting humor with James, we hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed recording it and be sure to pick up both of his books today, they make excellent gifts for the dad in your life this holiday season. We've provided the links below:  Bare Minimum Parenting  Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse ______________________________________________________ Follow James on twitter to get his daily dose of humor @XplodingUnicorn Check out James' 2 podcasts: Wrong & Wronger 10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage ______________________________________________________ If you like the show please consider leaving a 5 star rating on the iTunes store. It takes a few seconds for you and means a great deal to us. The DTALKS Podcast contains content you'd find in an PG-13 movie. That language may not be safe for most work environments, for your kids, and listener discretion is advised. #JustKeepScrolling #beabetterdad Please consider visiting The DTALKS Podcast Patreon and signing up to support the podcast! Follow @dtalkspodcast on all social media.

What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood
How Little Parenting Can We Get Away With? (with guest James Breakwell):

What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 48:55


Sometimes we need to stop trying so hard for things to get easier. We asked our listeners: where’s an area of your parenting where you got better results by doing less? And as usual you all came through! In this episode we discuss your best advice on how to parent more lightly by caring less about our children’s homework potty training outfits palates basic hygiene birthday parties and have happier homes as a result. We also talk “bare minimum parenting” in its many forms with guest James Breakwell, author of the hilarious new book Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child. James says bare minimum parenting isn’t about the number of kids you have: “Two children aren’t twice as much work as one. If you’re already yelling at the first kid, just add the name of the second kid at the end.” For James, bare minimum parenting is about playing the long game. Can you look around at a group of adults and pick out which ones had baby massage or language-immersion preschool? Okay, sometimes they’re dead ringers. But most of the time you can’t, and we think James’s new book is slyly revolutionary in the way it enables all of us to do less, worry less, and get our kids to pretty much the same place in the end. In other words, Bare Minimum Parenting doesn’t have to mean no rules. It can mean basic rules that work for your family. But those rules aren’t set by the family next door, or that clickbait-y guilt-inducing article you just read. And when the rules don’t work? Put them aside for a bit. No regrets. ICYMI: in this episode Margaret mentions this slackline as her key to bare minimum backyard fun— her kids play on it for hours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Isle of Misfits podcast
James Breakwell: Bare Minimum Parenting

Isle of Misfits podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 27:44


At last, the parenting advice you never asked for, yet somehow desperately need... from self proclaimed non-expert, but nonetheless hilarious author, parent and pig owner (not necessarily in that order), James Breakwell.

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The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
How Professional Comedy Writer & Author James Breakwell Writes: Part Two

The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 21:51


In Part Two of this file the prolific pro comedy writer, author, and amateur parenting expert, James Breakwell, took a timeout to rap with me about @XplodingUnicorn and his rise to viral Twitter fame, how he juggles multiple writing projects, his family and his sanity, and the writer as entrepreneur. In the early days of his writing career James told me that he knew he wouldn’t score a book deal sending out query letters or tossing his ideas over the transom, so he decided to build an online following for his unique, self-effacing comedy. Finding inspiration in his family of four girls all under the age of eight, he turned his attentions to blogging, web comics, podcasting, and family humor on Twitter where he eventually found viral fame. In 2016 Buzzfeed dubbed him “The Funniest Dad On Twitter” and shortly thereafter his audience grew … in a big way. He has been featured on media outlets around the world, has attracted over a million followers on social media, has signed multiple book deals, and even writes a column for a newspaper. His second book, Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, comes out November 6th, 2018, and is “… a book about doing as little as possible without quite ruining your child.” New York Times bestselling author Kristan Higgins said, “… Parents! Read this book and free yourself from the blood sport that parenting has become!” And bestselling author Liliana Hart wrote, “Breakwell has a hit … uproariously funny, and at times, unexpectedly poignant.” Join us for this two-part interview. If you missed the first half you can find it here. If you’re a fan of The Writer Files, please click subscribe to automatically see new interviews. In Part Two of the file James Breakwell and I discuss: How he balances his work and family life The author’s unique workflow and process How his humor builds on real-life experiences The difference between comedy and non-fiction The conundrum of internet fame And why writers have to like what they’re writing to succeed over the long haul The Show Notes: How Professional Comedy Writer & Author James Breakwell Writes: Part One Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child – James Breakwell @XplodingUnicorn, James Breakwell on Twitter Exploding Unicorn on Facebook James Breakwell on Instagram This Guy With Four Daughters Just Might Be The Funniest Dad On Twitter – BuzzFeed Podcast: Wrong & Wronger – Steve Olivas & James Breakwell Podcast: 10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage – Steve Olivas & James Breakwell Kelton Reid on Twitter

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Writer's Bone
Episode 325: Bare Minimum Parenting Author James Breakwell

Writer's Bone

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2018 35:56


James Breakwell, author of Only Dead on the Inside, returns to the show to talk about his new book Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child (out Nov. 6 from BenBella Books). To learn more about James Breakwell, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to Sean’s last interview with the author. Today’s episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and OneRoom.

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I Hate It But I Love It
91: Labyrinth (with James Breakwell)

I Hate It But I Love It

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2018 61:01


  Grab a ragtag team of barely cute puppets and put on a pair of pants that leave NOTHING to the imagination cause we're talking about Jim Henson's Labyrinth! Alongside special guest James Breakwell (@XplodingUnicorn), we talk about ugly puppets, how confusing Jareth's scheme actually is, and how this film is GREAT... but maybe not good. This episode is also brought to you by Quip, an electric toothbrush designed by dentists with a built-in two minute timer that pulses every 30 seconds to remind you when to switch sides, helping guide a full and even clean. Go to GETQUIP.com/LoveIt right now, to get your first refill pack for FREE with a Quip electric toothbrush. This episode brought to you by FabFitFun. FabFitFun is a seasonal subscription box delivered 4x/year with FULL SIZE fashion, beauty, home, fitness and wellness products for just $49.99 a box. Sign up for FabFitFun today to get your Fall Editor’s Box! The Fall Editor’s Box is in LIMITED SUPPLY, and these boxes ALWAYS SELL OUT! Use promo code LOVEIT to get $10 off your first box - that’s over $200 of product for only $39.99! Go to fabfitfun.com and use our code LOVEIT, to get $10 off your first FabFitFun box! Check out www.TeePublic.com and discover your next favourite Tee. Psst... they also have nerdy hoodies, sweaters, baseball tees and long sleeves. Check out our favourite designs at www.TeePublic.HateLovePodcast.com Edited by Andrew Ivimey and produced for the From Superheroes network. Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, YouTube series, web comics, and more. IHIBILI Logo by Cubbyhole Studio www.cubbyhole.studio  

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The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience
How Professional Comedy Writer & Author James Breakwell Writes: Part One

The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and Neuroscience

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2018 19:06


Prolific pro comedy writer, author, and amateur parenting expert, James Breakwell, took a timeout to rap with me about @XplodingUnicorn and his rise to viral Twitter fame, how he juggles multiple writing projects, his family and his sanity, and the writer as entrepreneur. In the early days of his writing career James told me that he knew he wouldn’t score a book deal sending out query letters or tossing his ideas over the transom, so he decided to build an online following for his unique, self-effacing comedy. Finding inspiration in his family of four girls all under the age of eight, he turned his attentions to blogging, web comics, podcasting, and family humor on Twitter where he eventually found viral fame. In 2016 Buzzfeed dubbed him “The Funniest Dad On Twitter” and shortly thereafter his audience grew … in a big way. He has been featured on media outlets around the world, has attracted over a million followers on social media, has signed multiple book deals, and even writes a column for a newspaper. His second book, Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, comes out November 6th, 2018, and is “… a book about doing as little as possible without quite ruining your child.” New York Times bestselling author Kristan Higgins said, “… Parents! Read this book and free yourself from the blood sport that parenting has become!” And bestselling author Liliana Hart wrote, “Breakwell has a hit … uproariously funny, and at times, unexpectedly poignant.” Join us for this two-part interview. If you’re a fan of The Writer Files, please click subscribe to automatically see new interviews. In Part One of the file James Breakwell and I discussed: The irony of the 10-year overnight success Why James hated journalism right out of college Why it’s better to practice your art in public How to be so good they can’t ignore you Why comedy writers need an audience to improve And the author’s unique process for writing 10,000 words in a day  The Show Notes: How Professional Comedy Writer & Author James Breakwell Writes: Part Two Here’s where you can get the details for the copywriting course Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child – James Breakwell @XplodingUnicorn, James Breakwell on Twitter Exploding Unicorn on Facebook James Breakwell on Instagram This Guy With Four Daughters Just Might Be The Funniest Dad On Twitter – BuzzFeed Podcast: Wrong & Wronger – Steve Olivas & James Breakwell Podcast: 10 Minutes to Save Your Marriage – Steve Olivas & James Breakwell Kelton Reid on Twitter

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Outside the Walls
#207: James Breakwell - Bare Minimum Parenting

Outside the Walls

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2018 48:00


James Breakwell, Twitter Superstar and comedy writer behind @XplodingUnicorn, joins us to talk about his new book, "Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child."

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Emily Gaudreau's How To Raise A Maverick
176: Bare Minimum Parenting: James Breakwell : Not Quite Ruining Your Kids

Emily Gaudreau's How To Raise A Maverick

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2018 28:04


Comedy writer James Breakwell is dropping truth bombs and telling parents to chill the heck out! His sometimes controversial views on parenting are a breath of fresh air in a world overrun with "perfect parent pressure".

The Storytellers Network
S4E4: James Breakwell, @XplodingUnicorn (#47)

The Storytellers Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2018 32:17


In this episode, we hear from: a comedy writer, social media powerhouse (100k on Instagram, 1Million on Twitter, nearly 300k on Facebook), podcaster, author, webcomic creator, amateur father of four daughters all under 10 years old… so you KNOW he's a storyteller. James Breakwell is the man behind “Exploding Unicorn.”He's also writer of two books, Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide for Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse and the upcoming (November 2018 release) Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child.Since becoming internet famous, James has been profiled by USA Today, US Weekly, The Daily Mail, Metro, The Telegraph, Cosmopolitan, Better Homes and Gardens, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, Upworthy, The Chive, Bored Panda, 9gag, College Humor, various ABC and Fox TV news affiliates, and countless other TV, radio, and internet outlets. Pictures of his smiling girls have been displayed in newspapers as far away as India. His articles have appeared in Reader's Digest, The Federalist, and AskMen. He writes a bi-monthly newspaper column for the IndyStar and has been a guest multiple times on HLN's The Daily Share.Social media is the platform James has used to build an audience for his writing. His insight is inspirational.“I'm really lucky that my hobby and my passion actually help people. I'm not necessarily a good person, it just happens that my hobby does help people. It's just a fortunate side effect. I'm lucky the side effect isn't smog or pollution.” - James Breakwell

First Time Dads
Bare minimum parenting: Why lazy dads make the best fathers

First Time Dads

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2018 28:59


Parenting is a stressful business - but does it need to be as stressful as we often make it?The short answer is no, it REALLY doesn't.In this episode, Steve and Rich talk to James Breakwell, the man behind the phenomenally successful Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn. James now has more then ONE MILLION followers keeping tabs on his posts about being a dad to four young girls in Indianapolis, USA.And it's James' extremely 'laid back' approach to parenting which has made him so popular that his new book, Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, is set to be a huge hit. Take a listen to the Skype chat the guys had with James and you will soon see that a) you don't need to worry so much about your parenting b) all dads are essentially narcissists and c) lazy parents rock. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Chocolate Pains
#2: James Breakwell | Becoming an author after going viral

Chocolate Pains

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2018 48:58


James Breakwell, prolific author and humorist with more than 1.3 million followers. James’s satire about raising children has appeared in Reader’s Digest, The Federalist and IGN. Let’s get to the bottom of James’s Chocolate Pains.

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Connect on Facebook Share I have read and agreed to your Privacy Policy. Powered by the Simple Social Press Interview with James Breakwell, Exploding Unicorn Discussing his book Only Dead on the Inside & fatherhood! After chasing him down for […]

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There It Is
No. 90 - Online Comedy with Exploding Unicorn/James Breakwell

There It Is

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2018 57:38


Today's guest is comedy writer behind the Twitter account @ExplodingUnicorn, James Breakwell! James is a father of four who writes comedy about parenting. He tells Jason about how "Exploding Unicorn" came to be, how it blew up, what an exploding unicorn even is, his start in comedy, how and why he left journalism, how to come up with a name for your teams or projects, and his book Only Dead on the Inside! James provides incredible advice on approaching the business of creating your work and how to utilize social media. Get out your pen and take some notes! Check out his podcast Wrong & Wronger on YouTube, SoundCloud, iTunes, and Stitcher! Buy his book Only Dead on the Inside on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Books-A-Million! Find these things and more at ExplodingUnicorn.com! Twitter: @XplodingUnicorn, @WrongWronger, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes Facebook: @ExplodingUnicorn, @ThereItIsPod Instagram: @James_Breakwell, @JasonFarrPics

Daddy Unscripted Podcast
James Breakwell: Dad, Author and Exploding Unicorn

Daddy Unscripted Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2018 67:50


Episode 45 of the podcast is one I’m excited to bring to all of you. I was thrilled to receive a favorable response quickly after I originally reached out to James Breakwell. When I stumbled onto his Twitter feed some months ago, I felt a kindred spirit connection right away.James is probably known to a lot of people by his Twitter handle and website name: Exploding Unicorn. He has been plugging away at bringing the reality and levity of being a parent to other parents via the internet for quite some time now. He typically does not pull punches on his posts and allows the humor and goofiness of his kids fully shine through.Already very successful with his own true life experiences, he went on to create a new character that grew into massive popularity as well: Very Lonely Luke (under that same username). The account caught the attention of Star Wars fans globally, even as much as attracting Mark Hamill to talk about it. I’m only the tiniest bit envious of that part of the accomplishment.We did a dive into James’ family history that you probably won’t find in many places. He told some great stories about his own Dad and the traits and characteristics that he acquired from him.James documented the enduring work he put in to not only make a name for himself with his comedy writing but also connecting with people over the internet. His story is unique and shows his dedication to what he does, his passion for it and his understanding of the work it takes to go beyond the Single Viral Tweet Syndrome.James Breakwell can be found on Twitter at @XplodingUnicornHis latest book: “Only Dead On The Inside: A Parent’s Guide To Surviving The Zombie Apocalypse” can be purchased here at AmazonDaddy Unscripted can be found at:iTunes | Stitcher Radio | Google Play | Tune-In RadioTwitter: @DaddyUnscriptedFacebook: Daddy Unscriptedwww.daddyunscripted.comDaddy Unscripted is proud to be a part of the Osiris Podcast Network! You can check out the Osiris Pod website to see what other great podcasts are part of the network by going to OsirisPod.com.All music proudly provided with a partnership by Umphrey’s McGee.You can send questions and suggestions for future guests to us via email to daddyunscripted@gmail.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/daddyunscripted. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Ep. 88 Best Parenting Fails of 2017 Part 1 of 3 featuring James Breakwell, Mike and Heather Spohr, Colleen O’Grady, Matt Schneider and Josh Temple

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2017 9:04


2017 is coming to a close, and like every other year, it was a year full of parenting fails. But if you're feeling guilty about all the things you've done wrong, take comfort knowing you aren't alone. Every parent makes mistakes. The best thing we can do is just say sorry and try not to make the same mistakes again. Parenting is stressful enough without beating yourself up for past mistakes. And that's what this episode is all about. This week we’re starting our countdown of the best parenting fail stories shared on the show in 2017. (Obviously, one parenting fail isn’t better than another. This countdown is just for fun.) Five stories will be shared in this episode and we'll continue the countdown from 10-6 next week.

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One Bad Mother
Ep. 235: Oh, Look! We Found More Guilt! With Author James Breakwell

One Bad Mother

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2017 61:29


Biz and Theresa admit that when we have those “what if I hadn’t done this or that” moments it may be tied to unrecognized guilt. Like most parenting guilt, while it isn’t true, it still feels bad, so is there any benefit to it? Plus Biz is not in a happy place, Theresa is in a happy place and we talk to James Breakwell, the exploding unicorn himself, about his new book Only Dead On The Inside: A Parents Guide For Surviving The Zombie Apocalypse. Check out James on twitter @XplodingUnicorn and you can find his book Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse online and in booksellers near you! Check out our book! You're Doing A Great Job!: 100 Ways You're Winning at Parenting! Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of MaximumFun.org. Our sponsors this week are BarkBox and Little Bits. To get a free extra month of BarkBox when you sign up for a 6 or 12- month plan visit barkbox.com/onebadmother  when you subscribe. And go to littlebits.com to give the gift of invention. Share your genius and fail moments! Call 206-350-9485 Be sure to tell us at the top of your message whether you're leaving a genius moment, a fail, or a rant! Thanks!! Share a personal or commercial message on the show! Details at MaximumFun.org/Jumbotron. Subscribe to One Bad Mother in iTunes Join our mailing list Join the amazing community that is our private One Bad Mother Facebook group Follow One Bad Mother on Twitter Follow Biz on Twitter Follow Theresa on Twitter Like us on Facebook! Get a OBM tee, tank, baby shirt, or mug from the MaxFunStore You can suggest a topic or a guest for an upcoming show by sending an email to onebadmother@maximumfun.org. Show Music Opening theme: Summon the Rawk, Kevin MacLeod (http://incompetech.com) Ones and Zeros, Awesome, Beehive Sessions (http://awesomeinquotes.com, also avail on iTunes) Mom Song, Adira Amram, Hot Jams For Teens (http://adiraamram.com, avail on iTunes) Telephone, Awesome, Beehive Sessions (http://awesomeinquotes.com, also avail on iTunes) Closing music: Mama Blues, Cornbread Ted and the Butterbeans

The Best Debate in the Universe
Episode #78 - Is net neutrality necessary? James Breakwell, Kirk Wilcox, Rucka, Pepsi Crab, Amazon Poop

The Best Debate in the Universe

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2017 90:38


Debate starts at 2:21. We're joined by two guests this week, James Breakwell (https://twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn), author of Only Dead on the Inside (http://amzn.to/2AOMoC6) and Kirk Wilcox (https://twitter.com/KirkWilcox). We had a first-ever 2-on-2 debate on The Best Debate. Even though we touched on the topic of "net neutrality" previously, it's an important enough topic to warrant its own full episode and this was a very thorough and robust debate. We even stumbled upon an argument that may stump every "property-rights" absolutist: the Donut Property Theory! Really worth listening to near the end of the episode. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to our sponsor this week, HELLO FRESH! Best Debate listeners Get $30 off your first week of deliveries when you go to HelloFresh.com and use the promo-code "MADCAST30". And speaking of, here are some Hello Fresh meals I made: http://www.hellofresh.com/ Rucka (https://www.youtube.com/user/itsRucka) makes an impassioned argument for property rights this episode, but seems genuinely stumped with the "donut property" argument. The theme of donuts shows up several times in this episode, when I offer to build a brick wall in front of Kirk's hypothetical donut shop. Want his glazed donuts? Tough shit! You can't get around my property to get to it. F*CK WHALES, is finally here! Order it now and send me your quotes / reviews / impressions. You're welcome. http://amzn.to/2oiF2xi Finally we cover a news story about a lobster with a Pepsi "tattoo" and an Amazon delivery person taking a dump on someone's driveway. Two packages for the price of one and they still complained? Some people are hard to please. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853). The Guardian - Pepsi lobster triggers environmentalists - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/nov/29/lobster-pepsi-logo-ocean-new-brunswick-canada

We Got This with Mark and Hal
#140 - Snakes vs Spiders with James Breakwell

We Got This with Mark and Hal

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2017 48:55


  Happy Halloween! In honor of things that go bump in the night, we talk about two of the creatures that frighten us the most: Spiders & Snakes! We're joined by humorist, author, parent, & pig owner James Breakwell, who's not only a zombie apocalypse expert, but is apparently just as afraid of everything as we are! Come see We Got This LIVE in L.A. on Sunday, November 5th for the first time ever! We've got special guest Janet Varney and we're part of a double bill with the amazing "Can I Pet Your Dog?" - get tickets here!

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Writer's Bone
Episode 233: Only Dead on the Inside Author James Breakwell

Writer's Bone

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2017 44:12


James Breakwell, social media comedian and author of Only Dead on the Inside, talks to Sean Tuohy about channeling his tweets into a book, what his kids think about his literary prowess, and their shared grieving over losing “the greatest podcast ever recorded.” Try not wetting your pants during this podcast. We dare you. To learn more about James Breakwell, visit his official website, like his Facebook page, or follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Also listen to Sean and James’ first podcast together! Today's episode is sponsored by OneRoom.

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The Modern Dads Podcast
#69: Parenting Through a Zombie Apocalypse

The Modern Dads Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2017 26:50


Whit Honea talks to dad of 4, Twitter celebrity, and author James Breakwell (aka Exploding Unicorn) about his new book: Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse.

The Struggle is Real: Modern Parenting
The Role of Play with James Breakwell a.k.a. Exploding Unicorn

The Struggle is Real: Modern Parenting

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2017 26:13


Parenting is a hard, but it doesn't always have to be. We've got to relax a little and play, just like James Breakwell's family does as they prepare for the zombie apocalypse. Tune in to The Struggle is Real, to get tips straight from James on how to survive the apocalypse so you can continue having fun with your kids. Guest Speaker: James Breakwell (Exploding Unicorn), Comedian, Writer & Author of Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse Resident Expert: Dr. Alicia La Hoz Hosts: Robert Salazar & Veronica Avila

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Ep. 85 How to be a parent and survive the zombie apocalypse – with James Breakwell

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2017 21:45


James Breakwell, who Buzzfeed says might be the funniest dad on Twitter, is this week's featured guest. He was actually an early guest on this podcast in episode 12 when we talked about how his parenting humor helped him build a following of nearly 200,000 followers on Twitter. Well, now he has nearly 1 million followers on Twitter alone and a brand new book called Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse. In our conversation, we talk about many of the interesting things that have happened to him since our last interview, including the book deal and adding a pet pig to his family that already included four daughters. I also ask him about his writing process and what piece of advice he has that could apply to kids and zombies both.

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks
Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse with Kids | Ep 86

Spawned Parenting Podcast with Kristen and Liz of CoolMomPicks

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2017 31:53


Parents, if you listen to any episode it should be this one. Because we've got civilization=saving strategies here from James Breakwell (aka @xplodingunicorn), comedy writer and author of the new book, Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse.  Wait, are you laughing? This is DEADLY SERIOUS STUFF, PARENTS. Discover tips for how to break the news to your kids in age-appropriate ways, how to turning toys and umbrella strollers into deadly weapons, and why parents have some surprising. advantages for post-apocalyptic survival over "smug, outdoorsy millennials" with no kids.  | Thanks for listening, subscribing and leaving us a sweet rating! | Questions? Find Kristen + Liz  on social @coolmompicks with the hashtag #spawnedshow

Duffified Live with Chef Brian Duffy
Duffified Live: Twitter Comedian and Dad James Breakwell

Duffified Live with Chef Brian Duffy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2017 71:13


Chef Brian Duffy talks with Twitter Comedian and Dad James Breakwell about his near million followers and his new book “Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse.” They chat about being a dad, being a dad of girls, being in the public eye, and how he has moved into that […] The post Duffified Live: Twitter Comedian and Dad James Breakwell appeared first on Radio Influence.

Wrong & Wronger
Is It Okay to Pee in the Shower?

Wrong & Wronger

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2017 16:12


Steve Olivas and James Breakwell argue over whether it is okay to pee in the shower. Hilarity ensues, as each co-host is completely committed to their point of view!

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Wrong & Wronger
Cats vs Dogs!

Wrong & Wronger

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2017 17:44


Cats vs Dogs! by Steve Olivas, James Breakwell

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Chicken Soup for the Soul with Amy Newmark
FRIEND FRIDAY: Meet the Very Funny Social Media Sensation James Breakwell — You Know Him — That Guy with Four Daughters

Chicken Soup for the Soul with Amy Newmark

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2017 14:33


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Relate
Parenting

Relate

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2017 30:06


Parenthood. It’s the mother (or father) of all relationships. On this episode of the Relate podcast, we’re exploring parenthood from a few different angles. You’ll hear about a tough-as-nails biker club in New York City that helps support moms and their newborn babies. There’s also a rather extreme example of parenting... from behind bars. Mona Graves spent 24 years in prison, and not only managed to parent her two sons, but used her experience to help other incarcerated mothers. And we get some hilarious perspectives on fatherhood and minivans from James Breakwell. He’s the author of “Only Dead On The Inside - A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse.”

Twitter's @XplodingUnicorn, James Breakwell

"The Commute" Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2017 53:56


Twitter's @XplodingUnicorn, James Breakwell by Steve Olivas

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Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Ep. 62 Best of the Parenting Fails Part 2 featuring Nick Thune, Ilana Wiles, Greg Page, Nate Bargatze, Amy McCready and more

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2017 19:51


This is Part Two in the three part series of the best parenting fails shared on the podcast so far. I realize that "best" is not really the best word to use when you’re talking about parenting fails, because one parenting fail isn’t better than another one, but it is fun to do “best of” countdowns. So, the takeaway I hope you get from listening to this series isn’t that mistakes are no big deal. It’s simply that we all make mistakes, and that there’s no such thing as a perfect parent. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts, so you don't miss the Top 10 Parenting Fails next week. As for parenting fails 11 through 20, here are the parents who made the list: 20. Amy McCready, the founder of Positive Parenting Solutions and author of The Me, Me, Me Epidemic, who was interviwed in episode 47 of the podcast. 19. Nick Thune, the actor and stand up comedian who has a Netflix special titled Folk Hero and a Seeso special titled Good Guy, who was interviewed in episode 6 of the podcast. 18. Sarah Maizes, Vice President of Children's Programming for The Jim Henson Company author of Got Milf?: The Modern Mom’s Guide to Feeling Fabulous, Looking Great, and Rocking A Minivan, who was interviewed in episode 41 of the podcast. 17. James Breakwell, the father of four daughters known by his 700,000 followers on Twitter as @xplodingunicorn, who was interviewed in episode 12 of the podcast. 16. Ilana Wiles, the mom behind the Mommy Shorts website and author of The Mommy Shorts Guide to Remarkably Average Parenting, who was interviewed in episode 54 of the podcast. 15. Greg Page, the founding member of the Wiggles also known as the Yellow Wiggle, who was interviewed in episode 8of the podcast. 14. Nate Bargatze, a comedian who has mutliple stand up comedy specials and has appeared on Conan and the Tonight Show multiple times, who was interviwed in episode 3 of the podcast. 13. Liz Gumbinner, half of the two moms who started Cool Mom Picks and host the Spawned Podcast, who were interviewed in episode 45 of the ParentNormal Comedy Podcast. 12. Jen Mann, author of People I Want to Punch in the Throat, who was interviewed in episode 5 of the podcast. 11. Sarah Turner, author of The Unmumsy Mum, who was interviwed in episode 25 of the podcast.

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Good Stuff Kids
Episode #46 – Xploding Unicorn (James Breakwell)

Good Stuff Kids

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2016 18:14


Looking for a voice that captures your feelings on parenting? Someone who can turn the moments of parenting into twitter bursts of hilarity? Then you must check out the Xploding Unicorn. He spins parenting and the trials and tribulations that come with it into such a funny stream of tweets/facebook/Instagram posts that all parents will relate to. As we head in to the holiday season you'll need James and his humor to help us through the tough times! Continue reading Episode #46 – Xploding Unicorn (James Breakwell) on the site.

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Writer's Bone
Friday Morning Coffee: Social Media Comedian James Breakwell

Writer's Bone

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2016 33:03


Social media comedian James Breakwell talks to Sean Tuohy about how he got started on Twitter, what it takes to craft a successful joke online, dealing with joke thieves and trolls, landing a book deal, and what the future holds.

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Ep. 39 Parenting Fails Vol. II – featuring James Breakwell, Heather Brooker, Deva Dalporto, Hillary Frank and Jill Smokler

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2016 14:44


No matter how much we love our kids or how hard we try to be perfect, parenting fails are inevitable, which is why it’s important to tell our stories - so nobody gets fooled into thinking any parent is as perfect as they pretend to be on Facebook. This is the second time I’ve done an episode dedicated to parenting fails. You can go back and listen to episode 11 of the podcast, which features the parenting fails from the first 10 guests on the show. Now, for this episode, I’ve compiled the parenting fails from guests 11 through 15.

Road Rash Podcast
Ep 10: - RoadRash Podcast with Russell Davis & Chef Brian Duffy, and special guest James Breakwell

Road Rash Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2016 73:33


On this weeks episode of @roadrashpod, @mrrusselldavis and @chefbriduff are out in #LasVegas and give us exclusive behind the scenes access to #NCBShow2016. They are joined by special guest @xplodingunicord James Breakwell. #Topchef #Ciroc #Miller #NCB2016 #CraftSteak #Hospitality

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Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast
Ep. 12 Exploding Social Media – featuring Twitter sensation James Breakwell (aka @xplodingunicorn)

Breaking Down Parenting: A ParentNormal Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2016 21:41


James Breakwell, a father of four kids with more than 200,000 followers on Twitter (@xplodingunicorn), is the guest this week. I’ll talk to him about his family’s transition from three to four kids. I’ll also ask him what his family thinks about his parenting tweets and about how to write the perfect tweet.

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