The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Art Eddy - Fatherhood

A podcast that follows the journey of fatherhood.

  1. 4d ago

    Dan Madsen Talks Fatherhood, Star Trek, Star Wars & More 

    Dan Madsen sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looked to instill into his son. In addition, Dan shares the life lessons his son has taught him. After that we talk about working with Star Trek founder, Gene Roddenberry in starting a Star Trek Fan Club. Plus we talk about Dan working with Star Wars founder, George Lucas and how it landed him a role in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Dan Madsen Dan Madsen is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, editor, publisher and publicist. Dan has been involved in many aspects of the entertainment industry with a focus on the 'sci-fi' and fantasy genres. He is a recognized expert on fan relations and the world of fandom. In 1979, at 18 years old, he founded The Official Star Trek Fan Club with Paramount Pictures and friend, Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. He oversaw all aspects of his fan club, including the publishing and merchandising, business development, contract negotiations, and marketing.  Over the course of the next twenty years, Madsen's company handled several other fan clubs, official magazines and merchandising empires. In 1987, George Lucas asked him to take over the Official Star Wars Fan Club for Lucasfilm and all its entities of which Madsen ran for almost 20 years before selling his company to Hasbro subsidiary, Wizards of the Coast. Make sure you follow Dan on Instagram over at @madsen8973. Fore Fathers Is This Week’s Sponsor  From the boardroom to the back nine, barbecues to bath time, changing diapers to changing the oil, we offer beautifully designed, thoughtfully tailored, ultra-comfortable, and original polos for Dads of all shapes and sizes. Inspired by what it means to be a father, we celebrate the joys of this adventure with fun and friendly Dad apparel meant to be worn as a Dad badge of honor! Check out all of the Fore Fathers gear at shopforefathers.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  2. Jul 27

    Kevin Maguire Talks Fatherhood, His Book, The New Fatherhood & More

    Kevin Maguire sits down with me to chat about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about his book, The New Fatherhood. He shares the inspiration behind the book. Next we talk about the different places he and his family have lived and the importance living in those different parts of the world. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Kevin Maguire  Kevin Maguire is the creator of The New Fatherhood newsletter, read by dads in many countries. His work has been featured in Esquire and Emily Oster’s ParentData, and he’s appeared on podcasts with Daniel Pink, Oliver Burkeman, Brad Stulberg, and Jon Klassen. As an executive coach, he works with leaders at Amazon, Netflix, Google, and other Fortune 500 companies on the collision of career, identity, and family. He lives in Barcelona with his wife and two children. Make sure you pick up his book, The New Fatherhood at newfatherhood.com/book.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  3. Jul 20

    Tully Minoski Talks Fatherhood, His Book, Monsters In My Belly & More

    Tully Minoski stops by to share his fatherhood journey. He shares one of the most interesting birthing stories ever told. The story could have been because of their birthing music playlist. He shares some of the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we talk about his new book, Monsters in My Belly and the inspiration behind the book. We talk about teaching our kids about sports specifically college sports. In addition we chat a bit on his main job working at the FBI. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Tully Minoski  Tully Minoski is a dad and a children's book author who found a way to laugh through—or maybe just a—the chaos of childcare. Inspired by real life with real kids, Monsters in My Belly is meant to be laughed at, read aloud, and hopefully requested right before bedtime. Tully lives with his wife and two children in Kansas City and spends far too much of his time microwaving cold coffee, waving goodbye to poop like it's an old friend, and saying he is going to work out only to eat peanut butter pretzels instead. Make sure you follow Tully on Instagram over at @tullyminoski. In addition, purchase Monsters In My Belly wherever you purchase books. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  4. Jul 13

    Christopher Choukalas Talks Fatherhood, His Book, Even The Darkest Night, Mental Health & More

    Christopher Choukalas stops by to have a very honest and open conversation about his fatherhood journey. Christopher shares the scary moments during the birth of his twin daughters where his wife nearly died. We then discuss the mental health struggles he had after the birth of his daughters. The conversation leads into the reasons why he wrote his book,  Even The Darkest Night. His book is a must read for any parent. It helps to create open and honest conversations that will help you become a better parent and spouse. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Christopher Choukalas Christopher G. Choukalas, MD, MS, is a physician in community practice in Marin County, California. While he is board-certified in anesthesiology and critical care medicine and is a professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, he remains still a student of parenting. Even The Darkest Night, Choukalas’s powerful memoir, sheds light on the hidden struggles of fatherhood. With raw honesty and emotional insight, it challenges the silence and stigma surrounding men’s mental health, especially in the early years of parenting.  A much-needed voice and new understanding for fathers navigating love, identity, and healing in the shadows of expectation. Make sure you follow Chris on Instagram over at @christopherchoukalasmd. In addition pick up his book, Even The Darkest Night wherever you purchase books. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  5. Jun 29

    Zach Lutz Talks Fatherhood, Playing In The MLB, Youth Sports & More 

    Zach Lutz sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. In addition, he shares some of the life lessons that he has learned from his kids. After that we talk about him playing for the New York Mets. He shares the obstacles that got in his way and had to overcome to fulfill his dream of playing in the big leagues. Next we talk about the current state of youth sports and the work he is doing to improve the youth sports landscape. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Zach Lutz Zach Lutz is an American former professional baseball third baseman. Zach played in Major League Baseball for the New York Mets. He was drafted by the Mets in the 5th round of the 2007 MLB Draft. He played college ball at Alvernia University. Lutz overcame a series of minor league injuries to debut in the majors in 2012. He played 22 total MLB games across the 2012 and 2013 seasons. Currently, he serves as the Director of Player Development and Teams at the All-Star Sports Academy in Pennsylvania, where he has earned viral recognition for advocating accountability and independence in youth sports coaching. Make sure you check out the work Zach over at LinkedIn and at @LutzGo19 on Instagram.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  6. Jun 24

    Bill Brady Talks Fatherhood, Troomi Wireless, Tech & More

    Bill Brady, who is the CEO and Founder of Troomi Wireless stops by to share his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the influence his dad had on his parenting style. Bill opens up about the life lessons he learned from his kids. After that we talk about the reason he started up Troomi Wireless. We talk about why parents and kids will appreciate the smartphones that Troomi has for kids. In addition, Bill gives some great advice on how parents can talk to their kids about technology and the importance of checking in with them. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Bill Brady Bill Brady has been a pioneer of the kid-safe technology movement since 2018 and is the founder and CEO of Troomi, the only kid-safe phone for digital wellness and positive mental health. He earned a bachelor's degree in public relations from Brigham Young University, where he served as Student Body President, and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Utah. Bill and his wife, Heidi, have been married for 25 years and have five wonderful children. To learn more about Troomi make sure you go to troomi.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

  7. Jun 22

    Payton Smith Talks Fatherhood, His Music Career & More 

    Payton Smith stops by to explore his fatherhood journey. We talk about how he and his wife are getting ready for their second child. We discuss the lessons he has learned since becoming a dad. In addition, he shares how much he relies on his wife to help him as they are raising a family. After that we talk about his music and latest work, See How It Sounds. He goes into his creative process and his life as a musician. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Payton Smith  As a Louisiana native and self-taught guitarist, Payton brings an authentic, grounded perspective. He first broke out in 2019 with his debut single Like I Knew You Would, which amassed more than 50 million streams. Since then, he's earned major playlist support and was named a Next Big Thing by MusicRow. Payton is navigating this new chapter in real-time, from touring with major acts like Brantley Gilbert, ZZ Top, and Chris Young, to now preparing for fatherhood while continuing to create music that reflects this journey. To learn more about his latest work, See How It Sounds and the rest of his music go to his website at paytonsmithmusic.com. In addition follow him on Instagram over at @thepaytonsmith.  Troomi Is This Week’s Sponsor  As a pioneering provider of safe technology for children, Troomi Wireless is dedicated to helping children develop healthy digital habits. In addition they look to help with fostering mental wellness and balance. Troomi creates a safe and secure digital environment, shielding kids from predators, bullies, screen addiction, and other online dangers. Through innovative solutions, including real-time parental insights and mental health dashboards. Troomi helps families navigate the digital world confidently. Focusing on prevention, awareness, and empowerment, Troomi provides the tools kids need to excel academically, pursue their passions, and grow confidently in today’s digital age. For more information, visit Troomi.com  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

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A podcast that follows the journey of fatherhood.

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