The Dad Edit

Andrew

An honest, thoughtful, and sometimes hilarious podcast about modern fatherhood. Hosted by three dads navigating work, family, and identity—one edited moment at a time. 

  1. Episode 25: Boredom for Dads – When the Life You Built Stops Feeling Like Yours

    5D AGO

    Episode 25: Boredom for Dads – When the Life You Built Stops Feeling Like Yours

    Episode 25: Boredom for Dads – When the Life You Built Stops Feeling Like Yours Ever feel like your life is fine… but somehow empty? You love your kids. You love your partner. You’re doing everything “right.”  So why does it feel like something is missing? This episode is for the dads who feel bored, numb, restless, or quietly stuck not because their life is broken, but because it’s stable. And no one prepared you for how strange that can feel. Episode 25 of The Dad Edit, we name something most fathers never say out loud: dad boredom. That emotional flatline. The quiet thought of “Is this it?” followed immediately by guilt for even thinking it. We talk honestly about: Why boredom in fatherhood is not failure, but often a sign of stability and safetyThe difference between missing excitement vs. missing connectionWhy fantasizing about escape is common and why acting on it can destroy what you’ve builtHow social media fuels FOMO and convinces dads they’re falling behindWhy boredom can actually be a blessing and a doorway to creativity, reflection, and purposeHow to rediscover excitement without burning your life downFinding hobbies, community, solitude, and meaning that don’t cost your familyWhy you don’t need chaos, validation, or destruction to feel alive againThis isn’t a motivational speech.  It’s a real conversation between dads who’ve been there talking about routine, responsibility, nostalgia, identity shifts, and what it means to grow up without losing yourself. If you’ve ever: Felt bored but afraid to admit itMissed parts of your old selfWondered if you’re just loyal to your life instead of in love with itFelt guilty for wanting more when things are already goodThis episode will hit close and help you reframe what you’re feeling. You’re not broken. You’re not ungrateful.  You’re not alone. You’re just bored and that might be the signal you’ve been ignoring. Listen now and join the conversation. 💬 Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/zgd297fdh7 The garage after bedtime, where dads talk about the stuff behind the stuff.

    38 min
  2. Episode 24: Community for Dads — Why Brotherhood Matters More Than Ever

    JAN 26

    Episode 24: Community for Dads — Why Brotherhood Matters More Than Ever

    Episode 24: Community for Dads — Why Brotherhood Matters More Than Ever Fatherhood was never meant to be done alone — but more dads than ever feel isolated, disconnected, and quietly overwhelmed. In Episode 24 of The Dad Edit Podcast, we pause our usual format to talk about something bigger than tactics, routines, or productivity: community. Real brotherhood. The kind that keeps men standing when life gets heavy. This episode is a reflection, a thank-you, and an invitation. We talk openly about why so many fathers isolate, how modern life quietly pushes men to “handle it alone,” and why that mindset is costing dads their mental health, identity, and support systems. From moving away from family, to grinding in silence, to realizing you don’t have a village anymore this conversation hits the unspoken reality many dads live in. You’ll hear honest stories about: Feeling alone even when surrounded by peopleWhy isolation feels safer than asking for helpThe difference between networking and real connectionHow community creates accountability without judgmentWhy doing hard things together mattersHow brotherhood changes men, marriages, and families We also share how The Dad Edit community has started forming through messages, Discord conversations, local meetups, hikes, giveaways, and collaborations with other fathers and creators. This episode is rooted in gratitude for the dads who’ve reached out to say, “I thought I was the only one.” If you’re a dad who feels: DisconnectedBurnt outLonely but unsure how to say itTired of surface-level adviceCraving real conversation with other men This episode is for you. You don’t need to be louder. You don’t need to be tougher. You don’t need to figure it out alone. Brotherhood keeps men standing and community changes everything. Listen now and join the conversation. Follow The Dad Edit on Instagram @thedadeditpodcast Join our Discord a garage after bedtime, honest conversations, no pretending  https://discord.gg/zgd297fdh7  Get involved in future meetups, hikes, and challenges You’re not late. You’re not weak. You’re not alone.

    41 min
  3. Episode 22: Anger in Dads — How to Stop the Blowups and Start the Repairs

    JAN 12

    Episode 22: Anger in Dads — How to Stop the Blowups and Start the Repairs

    Episode 22: Anger in Dads — How to Stop the Blowups and Start the Repairs Anger in fatherhood rarely looks like rage it shows up in the sharp tone, the slammed door, the moment you regret five minutes later. In this episode of The Dad Edit Podcast, we have an honest, unfiltered conversation about dad anger, where it really comes from, and how to repair the damage without shame. This episode isn’t about judging your temper. It’s about understanding it. Beneath most blowups is a dad who feels overwhelmed, unheard, or like he’s losing control. We explore why anger becomes the loudest emotion for fathers, how control gets confused with leadership, and why yelling often costs more than it solves. We break down what’s really hiding underneath anger, the emotional and relational cost of reacting instead of responding, and why repair matters more than perfection. From real-life stories to practical frameworks for apologizing, de-escalating, and reconnecting, this episode is about learning how to show up differently not as a perfect dad, but as a present one. You’ll hear honest reflections on: Why anger often masks fear, insecurity, and feeling unheardThe difference between control and leadership in fatherhoodHow to repair after you’ve blown up—and make your apology landWhy modeling emotional intelligence matters more than being rightHow stress, burnout, and lack of outlets fuel dad angerTeaching kids that strength doesn’t require being loud This conversation is for the dad who’s afraid of becoming the father he promised he wouldn’t be—and for the one ready to break the cycle. Anger doesn’t make you a bad dad. It makes you human. What you do next is what shapes your legacy. If this episode resonated, share it with a dad who’s carrying more than he lets on. Leave a review, join the conversation, and check out our community to keep the real talk going. The repair matters more than the rupture.

    26 min
  4. Episode 23: Mental Load for Dads — Naming the Pressure No One Sees

    JAN 12

    Episode 23: Mental Load for Dads — Naming the Pressure No One Sees

    Episode 23: Mental Load for Dads — Naming the Pressure No One Sees If you’re a dad who feels like you’re carrying everything the calendar, the bills, the emotional temperature of the house, the pressure to provide and never drop the ball this episode is for you. In Episode 23 of The Dad Edit, we unpack the mental load dads carry every single day, often silently. The invisible weight of responsibility. The belief that being overwhelmed means you’re failing. The pressure to prove instead of simply provide. We talk openly about: What the mental load for dads actually looks like in real lifeWhy so many men struggle to ask for helpThe difference between providing vs. provingHow burnout, isolation, and chronic stress quietly build over timeThe impact our stress has on our partners and childrenWhy presence matters more than perfectionHow community, communication, and faith can help offload the weight This isn’t about blaming society or glorifying struggle. It’s about naming the pressure, challenging outdated expectations of masculinity, and redefining what it really means to be a strong, healthy father. You’re not weak for feeling overwhelmed. You’re not failing because you’re tired. You’re human. If you’ve ever felt unseen while holding everything together, this conversation will hit you right in the chest. Listen now and join the conversation.  Follow The Dad Edit on Instagram and join our ⁠⁠Discord community⁠⁠ real dads, real stories, no performance.

    29 min

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An honest, thoughtful, and sometimes hilarious podcast about modern fatherhood. Hosted by three dads navigating work, family, and identity—one edited moment at a time.