The Dad Voice Podcast

The Dad Voice Podcast

You can’t spell ADHD without Dad. This is a comedy podcast about marriage, parenting, and navigating adulthood with ADHD. We’re two dads figuring out executive dysfunction, time blindness, overstimulation, hyperfocus, unfinished projects, and the daily chaos that comes with raising kids while your brain refuses to color inside the lines. Each week we drop: A focused episode exploring ADHD in marriage, fatherhood, relationships, work, and emotional regulation A Dad Blast episode where the structure disappears and the real-life ADHD energy shows up We’re not therapists. We’re not gurus. We’re dads trying to be better husbands and fathers while learning how our brains actually work. If you’re an ADHD dad who’s tired of feeling behind, misunderstood, or like you’re the only one struggling, you’re not. Subscribe and figure it out with us.

  1. 3d ago

    Live and Let Live: Our Thoughts on Pointless Social Norms

    When did social interaction get so needlessly complicated? In this episode of The Dad Voice, we’re kicking back to break down the baffling social norms we just don't understand and the everyday habits society is quietly phasing out. We start by tackling the unwritten rules of modern life that make zero logical sense, like the absurdity of being "fashionably late" and why respecting someone's time has gone out the window. We also look at the shifting baseline of human interaction: things like basic acknowledgments, eye contact, and common courtesies that are getting edged out by screens and modern isolation just like Uncle Ted warned us would happen. Finally, we wrap up with a grounded look at personal beliefs and religion, landing on a simple live-and-let-live philosophy: do whatever you want, just don't use it to control or hurt other people. In this episode: The Time Trap: Why "fashionably late" is a social norm we are officially over. Evolving Etiquette: The everyday social interactions and habits getting edged out of modern life. The Live-and-Let-Live Rule: Our unfiltered take on personal beliefs, freedom, and keeping out of each other's business. Casual Vibes: Unfiltered, unscripted basement conversation. ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Thursday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 10% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms! New Episodes Every Thursday! #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  2. Sep 24

    The Economy is Trash, But At Least Kids Keep Us Laughing

    No script. No advice. Just pure, unadulterated podcast therapy. On this week’s episode of The Dad Voice, we decided we couldn’t be bothered to prep a structured show, so we threw out the rulebook, heated up the mics, and got back to the loose, authentic vibe this channel was built on. We kick things off sharing the most unhinged, objectively dumb things we believed as kids (and the hilarious, bizarre logic our own kids are operating on right now). Then, we get real about how the grinding state of the economy and everyday affordability are squeezing households everywhere. Finally, we pull back the curtain on why we’re consciously stepping back, dropping the forced creator-rigidity, and returning to the fun, loose-cannon format we've always wanted to maintain. In this episode: The "No-Prep" Episode: We couldn't be bothered to make another rigidly planned episode this week so its all vibes. Kid Logic: The funniest myths we believed growing up versus the weird things our kids do and say today. Economic Reality Check: How everyone is feeling the pinch of the current economic climate. The Reset: Dropping the stress of forcing out episodes that don't feel like us to protect our mental health and chase better vibes. ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Thursday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms!  #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  3. Sep 10

    The Smartphone Stepping Stone: Preparing Your Kid for Tech

    Handing a young child an unrestricted smartphone is like handing them the keys to a sports car before they can reach the pedals. In this episode of The Dad Voice, we’re diving into the absolute battlefield of parenting in the digital age: When should you give your kids smartphones, and how do you prepare them responsibly? We break down the psychological risks of early, unmonitored smartphone access, and ways to ensure you're not setting your kids up for failure in a tech forward world. More importantly, we discuss starter technology and stepping stones you can use before handing over a full smartphone. From kid-safe smartwatches (like Gabb, Bark, or Gizmo) and brick phones to restricted tablets, we share practical dad strategies for teaching digital responsibility without giving away the keys to the entire internet. In this episode: The Readiness Check: How to know if your child is mature enough for a phone (it’s not just about age). Stepping Stone Tech: Using kid smartwatches, basic feature phones, and stripped-down devices as training wheels. Building Digital Literacy: Teaching boundaries, privacy, and online safety before giving full access. Managing Screen Dopamine: Preventing tech addiction when you have an ADHD household.   ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Thursday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms!  #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  4. Sep 4

    You’re Not Lazy: The Truth About Executive Dysfunction

    "Why can’t I just get up and do the thing?" In this episode of The Dad Voice, we’re taking on one of the biggest misconceptions about the neurodivergent brain: Executive Dysfunction. We break down what executive dysfunction actually is, why it gets wrongly labeled as "laziness" or a lack of willpower, and the practical systems we use to manage it when our brains hit a wall. Then, we roll into our Dad Blast segment! We discuss the heavy updates surrounding the Lindsay Clancy trial, as well as the new Netflix docuseries (Death of the Pastor's Wife) examining the tragic case of South Carolina pastor John-Paul Miller and Mica Miller. On a lighter note, Cole shares his very first experience stepping foot inside a Costco and the immediate, blinding sensory overload that comes with bulk shopping. Finally, we wrap up with a Dad Gripe every household understands: people who share your streaming account but refuse to use their own profile, completely destroying your carefully curated recommendations with reality TV and kids' shows. In this episode: Executive Dysfunction Explained: The difference between being lazy and being neurologically stuck. Management Hacks: How to break executive paralysis and get moving. The Costco Initiation: Surviving the sensory nightmare of bulk shopping. Dad Gripe of the Week: Streaming profile squatter etiquette. ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Tuesday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms!  #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  5. Aug 27

    What We Give Up When We Become Fathers (Dadvice Episode!)

    Welcome to the brand new era of The Dad Voice! To give you the best possible show without burning out, we are officially merging the Dad Blast directly into our mainline episodes as a dedicated segment! In this week's episode, we tackle a great Dadvice submission from our listener Eugene, who asked about the inevitable changes and sacrifices we make when transitioning into fatherhood. Eugene shared his story of having to trade in his beloved, souped-up Honda Civic for a practical, family friendly Lexus prompting a deep dive into how our identities, hobbies, and priorities shift the moment we bring a kid home. Then, we kick off our first ever embedded Dad Blast segment! We settle the undisputed law of School Folder Colors (Math is BLUE, Science is GREEN, English/Language Arts is YELLOW, and Social Studies is RED...no exceptions). Finally, Phil puts Cole on the hot seat with a high-stakes "Would You Rather": Would you rather live next door to a nuclear power plant or a massive tech data center? In this episode: The New Format: Merging the Dad Blast into the Mainline show. Dadvice Submission: Eugene’s transition from modified Civic to family Lexus. The Identity Shift: Balancing who you were before kids with who you need to be now. The Folder Law: Settling the back-to-school subject color scheme once and for all. Would You Rather: Nuclear Reactor vs. AI Data Center as a neighbor.   Check out Eugene Addison — creator of RA NO TABI / Thoth Archives. here: https://www.instagram.com/eugene.addison84/   ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Tuesday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms!  #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  6. Aug 20 ·  Bonus

    How Corporate Greed is Ruining Football Season | Dad Blast

    Gridiron season is back, but so is the endless nickel-and-diming. On today's Dad Blast, we’re cutting straight into the corporate greed taking over football season. From absurd ticket prices and parking fees to needing six different streaming subscriptions just to watch your favorite team, we rant about how the ultimate fan experience is being turned into a paywalled cash grab. Next, we shift over to combat sports to discuss Islam Makhachev breaking Anderson Silva's legendary UFC win streak record, what does this mean for his legacy, and where does he rank on the all-time list? Plus, we celebrate the return of Reacher and why it’s peak "dad TV." Finally, we wrap up with some pure, unfiltered host roasting as we break down Phil’s  fashion style which is effectively based on what he can loot from his grandfathers corpse, and the undeniable fact that he walks around like an cartoon character. In this episode: The Football Cash Grab: How corporate monetization is killing the fan experience. UFC History: Islam Makhachev surpasses Anderson Silva’s historic record. Reacher Returns: Why Alan Ritchson’s hit series remains elite dad entertainment. The Walk: Roasting Phil’s cartoonish strut and signature style.   NEW TO THE DAD BLAST? The Dad Blast is our unfiltered, high-energy companion to The Dad Voice Podcast. It’s built for the dads who have 47 browser tabs open and a brain that never stops. No structure, no rules, just Dad Voice. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc CONNECT WITH US: 💬 Tell us your "Dad Gripe" in the comments! 📨 Want some Dadvice? email us at thedadvoicepod@gmail.com, use subject line 'Dadvice' and you can request to remain anonymous if you want. #ADHD #DadLife #DadBlast #TheDadVoice New episodes every week Thursdays @ 7PM (Audio on all other platforms at 6AM)

  7. Aug 18

    Back-to-School Routine Reset + Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

    Summer is officially over, and the morning panic has returned. In this mainline episode of The Dad Voice, we’re tackling the painful transition back into the school year grind. We dive into the struggles of resetting household routines when your entire family has an ADHD clock, how to manage the sudden surge of homework and scheduling demands, and actionable dad-tested strategies for keeping your kids secure, especially in today’s complex online landscape. From parental controls and social media monitoring to real-world situational awareness, we cover how to protect your kids without smothering them.   In this episode: The Routine Shock: How to shift from summer freedom to early alarms without daily meltdowns. Digital Defense: Practical tips for online safety, app monitoring, and internet boundaries for kids. Executive Function vs. Schedules: Managing the details on an ADHD brain. The Trunk Stash: Why Mike and Ike is the number one threat to your children (for legal purposes this is a joke)   ABOUT THE DAD VOICE PODCAST: You can't spell ADHD without DAD. We’re here to build a community for neurodivergent fathers who are tired of "one-size-fits-all" parenting advice. Join us every Tuesday for honest conversations on ADHD parenting, marriage, and surviving the chaos. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thedadvoicepod Also available on all other major platforms!  #ADHDDads #ADHD #ParentingPodcast #Neurodivergent #TheDadVoice

  8. Aug 14 ·  Bonus

    "Weed or Lotion?" & The Texts That Give You Panic Attacks

    "We need to talk." Four simple words that can instantly ruin a dad’s day and send his heart rate into the stratosphere. In this loose, late-night style Dad Blast, we’re opening up with a Dad Gripe that hits way too close to home: people who send vague, ominous text messages when the actual reason for texting is completely harmless. Then, things get ridiculous as Cole hosts a brand new game show for Phil called "Weed or Lotion?" Can Phil tell the difference between a high-end strain of cannabis and a seasonal Bath & Body Works body wash just by the name? (It’s significantly harder than you think). Finally, we take a sober turn to discuss the true crime media cycle and how cases like the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie—which completely dominated the news early in the year—seem to fade from headline coverage over time despite remaining unsolved. In this episode: •Dad Gripe: The physiological panic of "We need to talk" texts. •"Weed or Lotion?": Phil guesses between dispensary strains and lotion scents. •The Media Cycle: Discussing the Nancy Guthrie missing person case and internet true crime fatigue.   NEW TO THE DAD BLAST? The Dad Blast is our unfiltered, high-energy companion to The Dad Voice Podcast. It’s built for the dads who have 47 browser tabs open and a brain that never stops. No structure, no rules, just Dad Voice. 👾Use Code: Dadblast for 20% off at Dubby.gg 👾 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadvoicepod 👥 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedadvoicepod 🗣️ Join our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thedadvoicepod/ 🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dad-voice-podcast/id1823573510 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ATnBZmcc9ofrCPixMWEwY?si=9dccfee5906f44bc CONNECT WITH US: 💬 Tell us your "Dad Gripe" in the comments! 📨 Want some Dadvice? email us at thedadvoicepod@gmail.com, use subject line 'Dadvice' and you can request to remain anonymous if you want. #ADHD #DadLife #DadBlast #TheDadVoice New episodes every week Thursdays @ 7PM (Audio on all other platforms at 6AM)

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You can’t spell ADHD without Dad. This is a comedy podcast about marriage, parenting, and navigating adulthood with ADHD. We’re two dads figuring out executive dysfunction, time blindness, overstimulation, hyperfocus, unfinished projects, and the daily chaos that comes with raising kids while your brain refuses to color inside the lines. Each week we drop: A focused episode exploring ADHD in marriage, fatherhood, relationships, work, and emotional regulation A Dad Blast episode where the structure disappears and the real-life ADHD energy shows up We’re not therapists. We’re not gurus. We’re dads trying to be better husbands and fathers while learning how our brains actually work. If you’re an ADHD dad who’s tired of feeling behind, misunderstood, or like you’re the only one struggling, you’re not. Subscribe and figure it out with us.