The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Art Eddy - Fatherhood

A podcast that follows the journey of fatherhood.

  1. 2d ago

    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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. Jun 15

    Pete Oswald Talks Fatherhood, New Book, Kindergarten Gets Ready & More 

    Pete Oswald sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, we talk about how his kids are sometimes brutally honest with feedback on his work. After that we talk about his latest book, Kindergarten Gets Ready. He shares the inspiration behind the book. We talk about his creative process. We even talk about the ProStars cartoon series from back in the day. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Pete Oswald Pete Oswald is a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Cool Bean, The Couch Potato, and The Smart Cookie all authored by Jory John. Pete’s author debut, Hike, was shortlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal and received 5 starred reviews. Pete is an Annie Award-nominated animation production designer best known for The Angry Birds Movie franchise, Oscar Nominated ParaNorman, and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and three kids. Make sure you follow Pete on Instagram over at @peteoswald. Also make sure you pick up his latest book, Kindergarten Gets Ready wherever you purchase books, especially your favorite independent book store. 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.

  6. Jun 8

    Kenny Mayne Talks Fatherhood, New Greeting Card Collection, His Golf Podcast & More

    Kenny Mayne stops by once again to have more in-depth conversations on fatherhood. We talk about missing the good ol’ days, but enjoying the present with our families. After that Kenny shares his inspiration for his new card line, love kenny from Lovepop. He shares how he enjoys creating these cards and hopes people will enjoy a new take on greeting cards. In addition, we talk about his fantastic podcast, We Need A Fourth he does with Cooper Manning and Brian Baumgartner. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Kenny Mayne Kenny Mayne is a longtime sports media personality, writer, and storyteller best known for redefining the voice of sports television during his celebrated run on SportsCenter. With a style that blends dry humor, sharp observation, and unexpected sincerity, Mayne has built a career across broadcasting, film, writing, acting, and podcasting. Whether delivering highlights or human truths, features or interviews, his work stands out for saying more by trying less, making him one of the most distinctive and enduring voices in sports media. Make sure you follow Kenny on Instagram at @mayne.kenny. In addition check out his love kenny, card collection with Lovepop over at lovepop.com/collections/love-kenny. 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.

  7. Jun 1

    Noah Galuten Talks Fatherhood, New Cook Book, Grill Time, Cooking & More 

    Noah Galuten stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some fun and insightful tips on how to get your kids to try new foods. He shares what values he looks to teach his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about his new book, Grill Time. He even adds a few dad hacks in the cook book. He has a ton of great recipes in this book that your friends and family will enjoy. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Noah Galuten Noah Galuten is a chef, James Beard Award-winning cookbook author. He is the author of The Don’t Panic Pantry Cookbook. In addition, he is also the co-author of On Vegetables: Modern Recipes for the Home Kitchen with Jeremy Fox. Plus he has the Bludso's BBQ Cookbook: A Family Affair in Smoke and Soul with Kevin Bludso, among other titles. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, children and small dog. Make sure you follow Noah on Instagram over at @galuten. Also make sure you check out his cookbook, Grill Time. In addition, go to his Substack over at noahgaluten.substack.com. 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.