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The Dad Edit is a podcast for modern fathers navigating the real challenges of dad life, parenting, relationships, and personal growth. Hosted by three dads at different stages of fatherhood, The Dad Edit features honest conversations about raising kids, being a better husband and partner, managing stress, building strong families, and figuring out what it means to be a good dad today. Whether you are a new dad learning as you go, a father raising teenagers, or somewhere in between, this podcast explores the everyday realities of fatherhood without pretending anyone has it all figured out. Each episode explores topics such as: • Parenting challenges that dads actually face • Mental health and emotional struggles for fathers • Marriage and relationships after children • Raising boys and daughters in today’s world • Balancing work, family, and personal growth • The pressures modern dads feel but rarely talk about Through real stories, lessons learned, and conversations that mix humor with honesty, The Dad Edit creates a space where fathers can reflect, grow, and feel less alone in the journey of being a dad. If you are looking for a podcast about fatherhood that is relatable, thoughtful, and grounded in real life, The Dad Edit is for you. Because no dad gets it perfect. We are all just editing as we go.

  1. Episode 40: Dad Competence - The Weaponized Incompetence Debate

    1D AGO

    Episode 40: Dad Competence - The Weaponized Incompetence Debate

    Episode 40 of The Dad Edit Podcast is one of our most honest conversations yet. We dive into the growing debate around “weaponized incompetence” in relationships and fatherhood, why so many dads get labeled as disconnected at home, where some of those frustrations come from, and what modern fatherhood actually requires from men today. This episode isn’t about attacking fathers. It’s about accountability, partnership, communication, and showing up fully for your family. We talk about the pressure modern couples face, balancing work and parenting, emotional labor, resentment in relationships, and why being a great dad means more than just paying bills. From household responsibilities to marriage communication, stay-at-home parenting, and breaking outdated stereotypes about dads, this conversation is raw, funny, reflective, and real. If you’re a father, husband, partner, or even preparing for family life someday this episode will hit home. 🎧 Follow The Dad Edit Podcast for weekly conversations about fatherhood, masculinity, marriage, mental health, self-improvement, and building stronger families.

    35 min
  2. Episode 39: Youth Sports for Dads - When Kids’ Sports Become a Money Trap

    MAY 18

    Episode 39: Youth Sports for Dads - When Kids’ Sports Become a Money Trap

    Episode 39: Youth Sports for Dads - When Kids’ Sports Become a Money Trap Youth sports used to feel simple: sign up for a local team, practice a couple nights a week, play games on the weekend, and enjoy being part of something. But for a lot of families today, kids’ sports have become expensive, competitive, time-consuming, and stressful. In Episode 39 of The Dad Edit, Andrew, Ryan, and Jeff talk about the rising pressure around youth sports, from hockey and football to gymnastics, boxing, jiu-jitsu, dance, and travel teams. The conversation explores how dads can support their kids’ interests without letting sports take over the family’s finances, schedule, or identity. The guys reflect on their own childhood experiences with sports, the confidence and friendships that came from being part of a team, and the reality that not every family had the money or access to participate fully. They also talk about the modern pressure on parents to buy better equipment, pay for private coaching, join extra leagues, travel for tournaments, and keep kids “competitive” before they even know what they truly love. This episode is for any dad trying to figure out how to encourage his kids, expose them to new activities, build discipline and resilience, and still keep sports fun. Because youth sports can teach kids teamwork, accountability, confidence, and follow-through but they should not bankrupt the family or become a parent’s second chance at an old dream. At the heart of the episode is one question every sports parent should ask: Who are youth sports really for the kids, or the parents? Listen in for a real, funny, and honest conversation about kids’ sports, parenting pressure, money, discipline, and helping children find what they love without losing the joy along the way.

    43 min
  3. Episode 38: 90s TV Dads - The Sitcom Fathers Who Raised a Generation

    MAY 11

    Episode 38: 90s TV Dads - The Sitcom Fathers Who Raised a Generation

    Episode 38: 90s TV Dads - The Sitcom Fathers Who Raised a Generation Growing up in the 90s, a lot of us learned about fatherhood from TV dads before we ever became dads ourselves. From Uncle Phil in Fresh Prince to Tim Taylor in Home Improvement, Danny Tanner in Full House, and Carl Winslow in Family Matters these sitcom fathers shaped how an entire generation viewed parenting, masculinity, family, and showing up for your kids. In Episode 38 of The Dad Edit Podcast, we dive into the impact of 90s sitcom dads, the lessons those shows quietly taught us, and why modern media feels so different today. We talk about fatherhood, nostalgia, family values, community, growing up without role models, and how TV once created shared family experiences that still influence us as fathers now. This episode covers:• The most influential sitcom dads of the 90s • Why shows like Fresh Prince, Boy Meets World, and Full House mattered so much • How TV shaped our expectations of fatherhood and family life • The difference between 90s family sitcoms and modern media culture • Why today’s kids are growing up with YouTubers instead of TV role models • The importance of presence, community, and positive male influence If you grew up watching TGIF, sitcom reruns, or family TV nights, this episode is going to hit home. Listen now and join the conversation about modern fatherhood, parenting, masculinity, and raising good kids in today’s world. Join us for our monthly Dad Walk in London, Ontario, every third Saturday at 11AM at Kiwanis Park. Follow us on Instagram @thedadpodcast for updates and future episodes.

    37 min
  4. Episode 37: FAFO Parenting for Dads - Natural Consequences vs Gentle Parenting

    MAY 4

    Episode 37: FAFO Parenting for Dads - Natural Consequences vs Gentle Parenting

    Episode 37: FAFO Parenting for Dads - Natural Consequences vs Gentle Parenting As dads, how do we raise strong, respectful, emotionally aware kids without becoming too controlling… or too passive? In this episode, Andrew, Jeff, Ryan, and Brian have a real, unfiltered conversation about: Gentle parenting and emotional intelligenceNatural consequences and accountabilityWhy kids need discomfort to growDiscipline vs. punishmentParticipation trophies and resilienceTeaching responsibility without shameLetting kids fail safelyPreparing children for the real worldThe importance of balance in fatherhood This isn’t a parenting expert lecture. It’s four dads talking honestly about modern parenting, discipline, emotional regulation, boundaries, consequences, and what it actually means to raise capable kids in today’s world. If you’re a father trying to navigate parenting styles, raise resilient children, build stronger family relationships, and become a more intentional dad, this conversation is for you. The Dad Edit Podcast is a podcast for fathers focused on self-improvement, parenting, masculinity, mental health, relationships, and real conversations about modern fatherhood. Join us for our monthly Dad Walks in London, Ontario, every third Saturday at 11AM at Kiwanis Park. Follow, rate, and share the podcast if these conversations resonate with you.

    46 min
  5. Episode 36: Messy Parenting for Dads — When You’re Just Trying to Keep Up

    APR 27

    Episode 36: Messy Parenting for Dads — When You’re Just Trying to Keep Up

    Episode 36: Messy Parenting for Dads — When You’re Just Trying to Keep Up What does real fatherhood actually look like? Because it’s not the version you see on Instagram. In this episode of The Dad Edit, we break down the truth about messy parenting the chaos, the pressure, and the constant feeling that you’re falling behind as a dad. From sleepless nights and shifting routines to the weight of providing, leading, and “being enough,” this conversation gets honest about what modern fatherhood really feels like.  We talk about: Why so many dads feel like they’re failing (even when they’re not)The gap between “perfect parenting” online and real life at homeHow expectations create frustration in fatherhoodBalancing work, family, fitness, and personal goals without burning outWhy presence matters more than perfectionWhat kids actually remember (and what they don’t) If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to juggle it all career, family, finances, and your own identity, this episode will remind you: You’re not behind.You’re not alone. And you don’t have to be perfect to be a great dad. Because real parenting isn’t clean, structured, or predictable. It’s messy. And that might be the point. 🎧 Follow The Dad Edit for real, unfiltered conversations about fatherhood, self-improvement, and building a life that actually matters.

    43 min
  6. Episode 35: Trust for Dads - When Your Teen Stops Telling You Everything

    APR 20

    Episode 35: Trust for Dads - When Your Teen Stops Telling You Everything

    Episode 35: Trust for Dads - When Your Teen Stops Telling You Everything What happens when your child stops telling you everything? One day they’re sharing every detail school, friends, thoughts, feelings. Then suddenly… it’s “fine,” “nothing,” “I don’t know.” In this episode of The Dad Edit, we unpack one of the most difficult and confusing transitions in fatherhood when communication with your child starts to fade. This shift can feel like rejection. Like distance. Like you’re losing connection. But the truth is… it’s growth. We break down: Why kids (especially teens) stop opening up to their parentsHow social pressure, emotional development, and independence play a role Why this phase can hit dads harder than expectedHow to stay connected without pushing your child awayThe difference between controlling your child and coaching themPractical ways to build trust so they still come to you when it matters most This episode is for fathers navigating: Teenagers becoming more distantShort answers and silence at homeWanting to stay involved without oversteppingBuilding a strong father-child relationship that lasts into adulthood Because being a great dad isn’t about knowing everything anymore. It’s about being the one they trust when things actually matter. If you’re raising kids or heading into those teenage years, this conversation will help you stay grounded, patient, and present through the transition.

    40 min
  7. Episode 34: Raising Boys for Dads - Navigating the Manosphere

    APR 6

    Episode 34: Raising Boys for Dads - Navigating the Manosphere

    Episode 34: Raising Boys for Dads - Navigating the Manosphere What does it mean to raise a boy in today’s world? Dads today aren’t just raising sons they’re raising boys in the middle of a digital storm. Social media is louder than ever. Influencers are shaping what “being a man” looks like. Somewhere in that noise, young boys are trying to figure out who they’re supposed to become. In this episode of The Dad Edit, we tackle a heavy but necessary topic: the manosphere what it is, why it’s growing, and how it’s influencing the next generation of men.  We get real about: Why boys are drawn to online masculinity influencersThe difference between confidence, discipline, and toxic masculinityHow social media algorithms quietly shape your son’s beliefsThe danger of confusing dominance with strengthWhat healthy masculinity actually looks like in real lifeHow to stay present and guide your son without pushing him awayThis isn’t about fear.It’s about awareness. Because the truth is if you’re not helping shape your son’s definition of manhood… something else will. We talk about the role of fathers, mentorship, and why presence beats any influencer online every single time.  If you’re raising a boy (or about to), this conversation matters.

    39 min
  8. Episode 33: Mental Health for Dads – When Anxiety & Depression Don’t Look Like Sadness

    MAR 30

    Episode 33: Mental Health for Dads – When Anxiety & Depression Don’t Look Like Sadness

    Episode 33: Mental Health for Dads – When Anxiety & Depression Don’t Look Like Sadness Dads don’t always look “depressed.” We show up. We work. We provide. We keep moving. But what happens when anxiety and depression don’t look like sadness…  and instead show up as anger, silence, irritability, or constant distraction? In this episode of The Dad Edit, we break down a reality most fathers quietly live through: mental health struggles that don’t look the way people expect. Because for many men, it doesn’t look like crying in bed. It looks like shutting down. It looks like snapping at your kids. It looks like staying busy so you never have to slow down. We get real about: How depression and anxiety actually show up in fathersWhy so many men don’t recognize the signs in themselvesThe connection between emotional exhaustion and angerHow isolation, stress, and pressure build without being noticedPractical ways to start recognizing and addressing what’s going on internally This isn’t about weakness.It’s about awareness. Because if you can’t recognize it… you can’t fix it. We also talk about the habits that help: Building awareness of your emotional signalsCreating space for reflection (even when it feels uncomfortable)Using tools like the gym, journaling, and communityWhy brotherhood and conversations matter more than we think If you’re a father feeling “off,” short-tempered, distant, or just not yourself… this episode is for you. You’re not broken. If you're in the London, Ontario area, join us for our monthly Dad Walk real conversations, no pressure, just dads connecting. We’re building a community where fathers don’t have to carry everything alone.

    42 min
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The Dad Edit is a podcast for modern fathers navigating the real challenges of dad life, parenting, relationships, and personal growth. Hosted by three dads at different stages of fatherhood, The Dad Edit features honest conversations about raising kids, being a better husband and partner, managing stress, building strong families, and figuring out what it means to be a good dad today. Whether you are a new dad learning as you go, a father raising teenagers, or somewhere in between, this podcast explores the everyday realities of fatherhood without pretending anyone has it all figured out. Each episode explores topics such as: • Parenting challenges that dads actually face • Mental health and emotional struggles for fathers • Marriage and relationships after children • Raising boys and daughters in today’s world • Balancing work, family, and personal growth • The pressures modern dads feel but rarely talk about Through real stories, lessons learned, and conversations that mix humor with honesty, The Dad Edit creates a space where fathers can reflect, grow, and feel less alone in the journey of being a dad. If you are looking for a podcast about fatherhood that is relatable, thoughtful, and grounded in real life, The Dad Edit is for you. Because no dad gets it perfect. We are all just editing as we go.

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  • Creator
    Andrew
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Dad Edit
  • Show Website
    The Dad Edit