Startup Dad

Adam Fishman
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Startup Dad

Adam Fishman (author of a top business newsletter on Substack with 10K+ subscribers) interviews executives, entrepreneurs, and company leaders in technology companies who are also fathers. They discuss the tough aspects of work, parenting, family, the mistakes made and lessons learned along the way. startupdadpod.substack.com

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    What Time Is Noon? | Chip Leighton (Dad of 2, NY Times Best-selling Author)

    Chip Leighton is a comic and the creator and host of The Leighton Show, a social media platform with more than 1.5 million followers and 250 million views. His comedy focuses on funny relationship and parenting moments with teenagers and he’s recently published a book based on them called What Time Is Noon? For several decades he was a marketing leader in the corporate world and then left that life to focus his time on The Leighton Show. His work has been featured in the NY Times, national television and various other print outlets. He’s a husband and the father of two kids who are, or used to be, teenagers. We discussed: * How he started out his career and transitioned to social media and comedy * His kids reaction to having an unemployed, middle-aged TikToker for a dad * The story behind What Time Is Noon? * What readers can expect from his book (and life with teenagers) * How his work as a creator influences his own communication with his kids * Why humor is so important as a parent * The parenting community around his 1.5 million social media followers * Becoming a standup comic at age 50 Where to find Chip Leighton * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_leighton_show/ * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_leighton_show * Website: https://theleightonshow.com/ Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ _ In this episode, we cover: [1:56] Welcome [2:38] Earlier career [3:42] Transition from corporate to social media [4:52] Conversation(s) with his wife over career change [6:28] Chip’s book - What Time Is Noon? [8:52] His childhood [10:38] How did you meet your wife? [11:42] Highlights from What Time Is Noon? [13:50] Did his career change impact his communication with kids? [14:53] Why is humor so important as a parent? [16:01] Advice to younger Chip [18:26] Advice to ignore [20:00] Community of parents around his social media presence [21:00] Early social media efforts [24:28] Creator burnout [26:20] Has this given you more flexibility? [27:41] Does he negotiate with family on sharing content? [29:45] Hypothetical second book topic [34:18] Kid’s reaction to stand up [34:59] Where do he and his wife disagree? [36:05] Mistakes as a dad [37:10] Where to follow along [37:59] Lightning round [47:23] Thank you — Show references: Chip’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-leighton-1497943/ TikTok: @the_leighton_show Instagram: the_leighton_show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theleightonshow Leighton Show website: https://theleightonshow.com/ What Time is Noon: https://theleightonshow.com/book/ Carla Naumburg’s Episodes: https://youtu.be/qcrzFhbeIVs and https://youtu.be/YiaE6ZmaOIQ Gillian Mackenzie Agency: https://www.gmalit.com/ Stride Rite Shoes: https://www.striderite.com/ Caroline Rhea: https://carolinerhea.com/ How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success by Julie Lythcott-Haims: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-to-raise-an-adult-julie-lythcott-haims/1120327547 Baby Bjorn: https://www.babybjorn.com/ The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: https://press.hulu.com/shows/the-secret-lives-of-mormon-wives/ The Shield: https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/the-shield Brooklyn 99: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2467372/ New Balance shoes: https://www.newbalance.com/ What to Expect When You're Expecting by Heidi Murkoff: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting-5th-edition-heidi-murkoff/1131825672 Barney: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VcHbf8Kz0c Barbie Dream House: https://shop.mattel.com/products/barbie-dreamhouse-playset-grg93 ET: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083866/ _ For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    48 min

  2. DEC 5

    Using Work To Teach Kids Important Life Lessons | Ryan Bozarth (Dad of 2, co-founder/CEO Dakota, Coinbase, Square)

    Ryan Bozarth is the co-founder and CEO of Dakota, a business bank powered by crypto. Prior to that he was the CEO of Coinbase Custody, a Product Manager at AirBnB and a GM at Square. In addition to all that he’s also a husband and the father of two kids. We discussed: * Using work as a way to teach your kids about important subjects * Demonstrating hard work, discipline and staying true to yourself and your values * Calendar blocking and other successful methods to be intentional about your time * The future of finance for kids * Making time for your partner * Frameworks and guardrails for parenting — Where to find Ryan Bozarth * Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanbozarth/ * X: https://x.com/ryanbozarth_ Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:30] Welcome [2:15] Ryan’s professional background & Dakota [3:22] Does Dakota feel like regular online banking? [5:34] Future of finance for our kids [8:12] Ryan’s childhood/did it shape him as a parent? [9:58] How did you meet your partner? [10:43] What does your wife do for work? [11:17] Their decision to start a family [12:26] Discussion about starting the company [15:16] Work as a way of teaching life subjects? [16:42] Explaining to your kids what dad does for work [17:46] Remaining intentional with your time as a founder and dad [19:37] Calendar blocking/system of organization [21:17] Most surprising thing you’ve discovered as a dad? [22:38] Did being a dad make you a better founder & vice versa? [24:38] Advice to younger Ryan [26:25] Advice to ignore [28:51] Carving out 1:1 time [30:49] Favorite book to read to your kids? [31:40] Family Halloween costumes [32:17] Frameworks [34:08] Recent adventure with kids? [35:39] Where you and your partner don’t align? [37:18] Kid’s relationship to technology [39:06] What did you give up to become a dad? [40:46] Mistake you made as a dad? [42:46] How to follow along [43:27] Lightning round — Show references: Dakota: https://dakota.xyz/ Coinbase: https://www.coinbase.com/ AirBnB: https://www.airbnb.com/ Square: https://squareup.com/us/en Will Rocklin’s Episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnPwKjSosyM Anchorage: https://www.anchorage.com/ 5-Minute Sleepy Time Stories by Disney Books: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/5-minute-sleepy-time-stories-disney-books/1136766940 Shusher: https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Shusher-Babies-Miracle-Soother/dp/B00D2JN87I Moo Deng: https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/14/travel/pigmy-hippo-thailand-latest-online-sensation-intl-hnk/index.html Paw Patrol: https://www.pawpatrol.com/ Frozen: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2294629/ Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100758 — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    58 min

  3. NOV 28

    Dads and Moms Answer Questions about The Best Books for 2024, Holiday Recipes and More!

    Welcome to a special episode of Startup Dad! It’s the holiday time again when the list of responsibilities, performances, potlucks and gifts goes through the roof for already busy parents. To help you navigate the chaos I’ve asked many of my past guests to share with me their favorite books from the past year – those they’d gift to another person and those they’d tell parents to get for their kids. I’ve also highlighted parent’s favorite meals to make with and for their kids. I'm joined by Alex Cohen, Andrew Capland, Brian Balfour, Adam Nash, Adam Grenier, Will Rocklin, Rob Schutz, Casey Handmer, Tye DeGrange, Josh Herzig-Marx, Carla Naumburg, and Michael Perry. In this episode we discuss: - Top book recommendations from 2024 for adults - Their top book recommendations for kids of all ages - A favorite recipe to make with your kids Where to find Adam Fishman - Newsletter: FishmanAFNewsletter.com - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ - X: https://twitter.com/fishmanaf - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ Timestamps: [00:41] Favorite book to gift this holiday season? [14:27] Favorite book that you’d recommend to another parent for their kids? [28:52] What recipe do you like to get your kids involved in at the holiday time? _ Show References A full list of ALL references in this show can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17eDnhGaRWvCqBl0RmM746Je7Ovpt7qL-14TNzQS4DUg/edit?tab=t.0 Nick Soman’s Episode: https://startupdadpod.substack.com/p/building-a-company-and-family-nick-soman-decent Founding Sales, The Founder Led Sales & Early Stage Go-to-Market Handbook by Pete Kazanjy: https://www.foundingsales.com/ Decent: https://www.decent.com/ Casey Handmer’s Episode: https://startupdadpod.substack.com/p/astrophysics-saving-the-planet-and-three-kids Poor Charlie's Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger by Charles T. Munger: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/poor-charlies-almanack-charles-t-munger/1142619102 Eric Bahn’s Episode: https://startupdadpod.substack.com/p/integration-over-balance-and-hustling-with-kids Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It by Chris Voss: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-audiobook/dp/B01COR1GM2/ Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/demon-copperhead-barbara-kingsolver/1140860121 Eric Mauskopf Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOkHqWbJI1c Will Rocklin Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnPwKjSosyM A Swim in a Pond in the Rain: In Which Four Russians Give a Master Class on Writing, Reading, and Life by George Saunders: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rain-george-saunders/1137150630 Michael Perry’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AP6JJhiFfK4 Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/four-thousand-weeks-oliver-burkeman/1137427241 Tye DeGrange Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVs8FnMNIQI Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lonesome-dove-larry-mcmurtry/1001920809 Adam Nash’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaOCL5WSzhc When the Heavens Went on Sale: The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach by Ashlee Vance: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/when-the-heavens-went-on-sale-ashlee-vance/1142161472 Liftoff: Elon Musk and the Desperate Early Days That Launched SpaceX by Eric Berger: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/liftoff-eric-berger/1137428010 Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age by Eric Berger: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/reentry-eric-berger/1144620800 Brian Balfour’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiQ_wAwfv5s 100% Unofficial AB to Jay-Z by Jessica Chiha: https://www.amazon.com/100-Unofficial-Jay-Z-Jessica-Chiha/dp/0648073912/ Andrew Capland’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1p-4ir53gZc The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-big-leap-gay-hendricks/1102667522 Rob Schutz’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g611gCs4g0A The Ferryman by Justin Cronin: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-ferryman-justin-cronin/1141941765 Carla Naumburg’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcrzFhbeIVs Case Histories (Jackson Brodie Series #1) by Kate Atkinson: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/case-histories-kate-atkinson/1100163888 Josh Herzig-Marx’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YiaE6ZmaOIQ Gnomon by Nick Harkaway: https://www.amazon.com/Gnomon-Nick-Harkaway/dp/0525432930 The Gone-Away World by Nick Harkaway: https://www.amazon.com/Gone-Away-World-Nick-Harkaway-ebook/dp/B001EL6R9W/ Adam Grenier’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoOXR_3dnLU Faster Than Normal: Turbocharge Your Focus, Productivity, and Success with the Secrets of the ADHD Brain by Peter Shankman:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/faster-than-normal-peter-shankman/1125456961 Alex Cohen’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOa9mS-CIuQ Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia: https://www.amazon.com/Outlive-Longevity-Peter-Attia-MD/dp/0593236599 Lloyed Lobo’s Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRuVbAHaUb0 Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future by Peter Thiel and Blake Masters: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Masters of Scale: Surprising Truths from the World's Most Successful Entrepreneurs by Reid Hoffman: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/masters-of-scale-reid-hoffman/1138865531 Penguin Problems by Jory John: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/penguin-problems-jory-john/1123199367Red Mars (Book #1) by Kim Stanley Robinson: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/red-mars-kim-stanley-robinson/1100623050 The Cat Kid Comic Club Collection: From the Creator of Dog Man (Cat Kid Comic Club #1-3 Boxed Set) by Dav Pilkey: https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Kid-Comic-Club-Collection/dp/1338864394/ Pig the Pug (Pig the Pug Series) by Aaron Blabey: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pig-the-pug-aaron-blabey/1123894006? Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/du-iz-tak-carson-ellis/1123161884 How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Full Color Edition by Dr. Seuss: https://www.amazon.com/How-Grinch-Stole-Christmas-Jacketed/dp/0593434382 The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-polar-express-chris-van-allsburg/1100303321 The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-pout-pout-fish-deborah-diesen/1100935993 Tickle Monster by Josie Bissett: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/tickle-monster-josie-bissett/1009267028 The Hunger Games (Hunger Games Series #1) by Suzanne Collins: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-hunger-games-suzanne-collins/1100171585 Teach Your Giraffe to Ski by Viviane Elbee: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/teach-your-giraffe-to-ski-viviane-elbee/1128007314 Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend: A Friendship Book for Kids by Alice Schertle: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/little-blue-truck-makes-a-friend-alice-schertle/1142263535 The Book with No Pictures by B. J. Novak: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-with-no-pictures-b-j-novak/1118663264 How to Stop Freaking Out: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Cool When Life Feels Chaotic by Carla Naumburg: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-to-stop-freaking-out-carla-naumburg/1145065982 Someday a Bird Will Poop on You: A Life Lesson by Sue Salvi: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/someday-a-bird-will-poop-on-you-sue-salvi/1128829321 The Spooky Wheels on the Bus: (A Holiday Wheels on the Bus Book) by J. Elizabeth Mills: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-spooky-wheels-on-the-bus-j-elizabeth-mills/1019165966 From Grassroots to Greatness: 13 Rules to Build Iconic Brands with Community Led Growth by Lloyed Lobo: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/from-grassroots-to-greatness-lloyed-lobo/1143861087 Ninja Life Hacks Mindsets 8 Book Box Set (Books 65-72: Accountable, Respectful, Flexible Thinking, Consent, Entrepreneur, Healthy, Negative, Adaptable) by Mary Nhin: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637316976 Improvise. Scene from the Inside Out by Mick Napier: https://www.amazon.com/Improvise-Scene-Inside-Mick-Napier/dp/156608198X --- For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    41 min

  4. NOV 21

    Fostering A Love Of Cooking In Your Kids | Martin Glover (Dad of 1, Founder of Dad What Cooks)

    Martin Glover is an IT professional by day and the founder of cooking Website Dad What Cooks by night. He turned a love of bread baking, barbecuing and being the primary cook in the family into a fantastic Website and recipe guide for Dads everywhere. He’s on a mission to help Dads learn cooking skills and be more involved in the kitchen starting with making it less intimidating. In addition to his cooking pursuits and work in IT he’s also a husband and the father of one daughter (who also loves to cook). We discussed: * The origin story of Dad What Cooks * His journey from raising a newborn to becoming an empty nester * How he found community with other Dads at a young age * How he became passionate about cooking * How to get your kids interested in cooking and building memories in the kitchen * Important kitchen safety with kids * The biggest mess he’s made with his daughter * His absolute favorite recipes and core holiday dishes * What to do with all those holiday leftovers — Where to find Martin Glover * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadwhatcooks * Website: https://www.dadwhatcooks.com Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:38] Welcome [2:16] Professional background [3:31] Origin of Dad What Cooks [6:08] Martin’s childhood [7:02] Family now [8:41] Decision to start a family [9:08] Earliest memory of becoming a dad [10:47] Journey from newborn to empty nester [12:42] How did you find a dad’s group? [14:54] Did you cook before Dad What Cooks? [17:09] Getting kids interested in cooking [21:40] Safety in the kitchen [23:00] Building memories in the kitchen [24:09] Biggest mess in the kitchen [25:43] Most surprising things as a dad [26:41] Advice for younger Martin [28:07] Advice to ignore [29:04] Absolute favorite recipe [30:19] Basic tips for cooking as a family [35:40] Core holiday dishes [37:04] What do do with leftovers [39:49] Mastering BBQ & bread [45:34] Most important utensils to have [46:24] Kitchen guilty pleasure [47:41] Where he and his partner don’t align? [49:27] Kid’s relationship to technology [52:22] Mistake as a dad [53:34] Follow along [54:36] Lightning round — Show references: How To Actually Build Lasting Memories With Your Kids, Tod Francis on Startup Dad: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-actually-build-lasting-memories-with-your-kids/id1693312339?i=1000656304243 Great British Baking Show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1877368/ Halloumi Fries Recipe: https://www.dadwhatcooks.com/ultimate-kfc-style-halloumi-fries/ Boxing Day: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Boxing-Day Yorkshire Puddings: https://www.food.com/recipe/gordon-ramsays-yorkshire-pudding-424498 Ninja Foodie: https://www.ninjakitchen.com/page/pressure-multi-cookers?srsltid=AfmBOorQ710y6UY5FSM0lUSfSvRmX0a7c67qMFcmz02Lpp5vpp3Nba69 Garlic Press: https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Dishwasher-Efficient-Crusher-Imperial/dp/B098WNQ44MPasta Maker: https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Thickness-Settings-Spaghetti-Fettuccini/dp/B07HB2KL4C Diaper Genie: https://diapergenie.com/ You're Pregnant Too,Mate!: The Essential Guide for Expectant Fathers By Gavin Rodgers: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/youre-pregnant-toomate-the-essential-guide-for-expectant-fathers-gavin-rodgers Where you send your kid’s artwork to make a book - Artkive: https://www.artkiveapp.com/ Spongebob Movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0345950/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Goonies:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089218 The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095705/ Airplane!: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080339/ Only Fools and Horses: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081912/ — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com  Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    1h 3m

  5. NOV 14

    The Ultimate Guide To Children's Books | Bianca Schulze (Mom of 3, Author, Children's Book Review)

    Bianca Schulze is the founder and editor of The Children's Book Review—a resource devoted to children's literature and literacy—and the host of The Growing Readers Podcast. Bianca is also the author of DON'T WAKE THE DRAGON which has been translated into 20 languages and is now a six-book series, as well as 101 BOOKS TO READ BEFORE YOU GROW UP which is an Amazon Editors' pick for Best Nonfiction for Kids. She also a wife and the mother of three kids! In our conversation today we discussed: * How to raise readers in your household * How to foster a love of reading within your family * Her Top 5 book recommendations for 2024 * The Children’s Book Review journey from blog to important literary resource * How she came to write her earliest books * Classic holiday stories for families * How parents can work with kids who are struggling to find reading enjoyable — Where to find Bianca Schulze * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaschulze/ * Website: https://www.biancaschulze.com/ * The Children’s Book Review: https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/ Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:38] Welcome [2:19] Professional background [4:05] Family [5:13] Children’s book review evolution [8:11] How does being an author inform your work? [10:25] Don’t Wake the Dragon Series [14:27] Inspiration for 101 Books to Read [17:25] Top book recommendations by age [27:55] New releases you’re excited about? [29:08] Where to buy all your books [31:41] Classic holiday book recommendations [33:24] How do you choose age level books? [35:29] Using Children’s Book Review as a resource [37:05] Trends in children’s literature right now [39:17] How to encourage children to love reading [44:24] Diversity/representation in literature [46:45] Growing Readers Podcast [48:44] What’s next? [49:46] Advice on how to juggle work & family [53:25] Lightning round [58:43] Thank you — Show references: Children’s Book Review: https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/ Growing Readers Podcast:https://www.thechildrensbookreview.com/thegrowingreaderspodcast/ Bianca’s Published Works: https://www.biancaschulze.com/#published-works CU Boulder: https://www.colorado.edu/ Dragons Love Tacos : https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dragons-love-tacos-adam-rubin/1107389326 Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell, Ashley Mackenzie (Illustrator): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/impossible-creatures-katherine-rundell/1143746993 The Poisoned King (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Impossible Creatures #2) by Katherine Rundell: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-poisoned-king-katherine-rundell/1146144609 Kate DiCamillo: https://www.katedicamillo.com/ Priya's Kitchen Adventures: A Cookbook for Kids by Priya Krishna: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/priyas-kitchen-adventures-priya-krishna/1142903399 The Yellow Bus by Loren Long: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-yellow-bus-loren-long/1143921425 Where Is Koketso?: A Search, Seek & Find by Nyasha Williams, Anna Abl (Illustrator): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/where-is-koketso-nyasha-williams/1144786418 The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-remarkable-journey-of-coyote-sunrise-dan-gemeinhart/1128564272 Coyote Lost and Found by Dan Gemeinhart: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/coyote-lost-and-found-dan-gemeinhart/1143297511 BookShop: www.bookshop.org Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/ The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-outsiders-s-e-hinton/1100458329 Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/twas-the-night-before-christmas-clement-clarke-moore/1102050730 Stick Man by Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler (Illustrator): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/stick-man-julia-donaldson/1015184424 Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series #1) by Jeff Kinney: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-jeff-kinney/1100714716 Dog Man (Dog Man Series #1) by Dav Pilkey: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dog-man-dav-pilkey/1123324195 Harry Potter: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone:(Harry Potter Series #1) by J. K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré (Illustrator): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone-j-k-rowling/1143017727 The Chronicles of Narnia Box Set by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes (Illustrator): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chronicles-of-narnia-box-set-c-s-lewis/1100542419 Noise canceling headphones: https://www.bose.com/c/holiday-sale Inside Out: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2096673/ Inside Out 2: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22022452/ Edward Scissorhands: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099487/ — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com  Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    1 hr

  6. NOV 7

    Helping Kids Discover Passions Without Pushing Too Hard | Carlo Navarro (Dad of 5, Fractional Exec)

    Carlo Navarro is a former marketing leader turned fractional executive and the owner of the @StartupDad instagram handle (I’m jealous!). He’s been a mentor in the Chicago startup scene via 1871 and a marketing director and sales leader at companies like Blueleaf, Carrum Health, Pandora and more. He’s also a husband and the father of five (!) kids. In our conversation today we discussed: * Helping your kids discover their passions and dreams * Avoiding the temptation to push your kids to live your idealized version of life * Navigating complex health issues in a large family and managing through them * The role of social media and technology for your kids * A framework on following through with consequences for your kids * How to capture the idea Christmas card photo with a family of 7 * The family adjustment when his wife went back to work * How he identifies and catches himself when he’s about to lose his patience — Where to find Carlo Navarro * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlonavarro/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdad/ Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:28] Welcome [2:37] Professional background [3:46] Childhood [5:58] Were there other Filipino kids in your school? [7:29] How did you meet your wife? [8:12] What does your wife do for work? [9:15] Adjustment of wife going back to work [10:29] Their decision to start a family [12:27] Household dynamic of kids [15:13] Helping kids navigate their dreams [17:54] Not living vicariously through kids [20:49] How to pull off the perfect family Christmas card [23:56] What has changed emotionally after multiple kids [25:33] Balancing health issues in a large family [33:30] Advice to younger Carlo [35:28] Favorite book to read to your kids? [37:10] An area you and partner don’t align? [40:24] Kid’s relationship with technology [43:53] Mistake you made as a dad? [44:48] Ways to identify when losing patience? [47:02] Follow along [48:03] Lightning round [57:00] Thank you — Show references: 1871: https://1871.com/ Blue Leaf: https://www.blueleaf.com/ Karim Health: http://karimhealthcare.com/ Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/ Detroit Lions: https://www.detroitlions.com/ Swisher Home Improvement SHI: https://swisherhomeimprovement.com/ HHT: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/hereditary-hemorrhagic-telangiectasia Rosie Revere Engineer & Series by Andrea Beaty: http://www.andreabeaty.com/ Troomi: https://troomi.com/ Connected Families: https://connectedfamilies.org/ Bottle Warmer: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Temperature-Control-Automatic-Shut-Off/dp/B0876T9DQZ/ Messi: https://www.intermiamicf.com/players/lionel-messi/ Michael Jordan: https://www.hoophall.com/hall-of-famers/michael-jordan/ Caillou: https://en.caillou.com/ Blippi: https://blippi.com/ Atlas 7 Passenger: https://www.vw.com/en/models/atlas.html Pee Wee Herman: https://peewee.com/ Lion King: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110357/ Lion Guard: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3793630/ Sandlot: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108037/ — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com  Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    58 min

  7. OCT 30

    Turning Divorce, Alcoholism And Violence Into Dadversity | Nathan Jefferson (Dad of 2, Founder of Dadversity)

    Nathan Jefferson is an entrepreneur, turned tech recruiter, turned entrepreneur (again). His latest company, Dadversity, is focused on helping Dads improve their personal, professional and parenting skills. It’s rooted in his own lived experience with two abusive stepfathers and a biological father who left him at a young age. He’s on a mission to help Dads be better so they don’t repeat the mistakes he experienced in his childhood. Nathan is also a husband and the father of two kids. In our conversation today we discussed: * The origin story of Dadversity * What it’s like being the product of a broken home * How to balance (or not) building a business with Dad life * How to maintain strong relationships at home when your mind is elsewhere * He he has learned to be a better Dad despite having poor role models * The most impactful conversations he’s had with Dadversity guests * The emotional toll that building a community can have on you — Where to find Nathan Jefferson * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanjefferson/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadversitynathan/ * Dadversity: https://dadversity.co.uk/ Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:45] Welcome [1:59] His background as a recruiter [4:46] Origin of Dadversity [12:22] Example of a Dadversity workshop [14:52] How Nathan met his wife; all about his kids [17:28] His wife as the family anchor [18:55] Earliest memory of becoming a Dad [20:34] Balancing Dadversity and fatherhood [23:03] A good piece of advice [25:39] How did you learn to be a dad withou role models? [28:37] Dadversity conversation that has stuck with Nathan the most [31:39] Most surprising thing about becoming a Dad [34:31] Advice to ignore [36:41] Writing a book/favorite book to read? [37:51] Frameworks [41:39] Where do you and your partner not align? [43:20] Something you gave up to be a Dad? [46:16] Mistake as a Dad? [47:48] Where to follow along [49:19] Lightning round [56:31] Thank you — Show references: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadversitynathan/ Dadversity: https://dadversity.co.uk/ University of Oxford: https://www.ox.ac.uk/  CocoMelon: https://cocomelon.com/ Two For Joy - The true story of one family's journey to happiness with severely disabled twins by James Melville-Ross: https://www.amazon.com/Two-Joy-happiness-severely-disabled-ebook/dp/B0DHYQ77BP/ Sing 2: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6467266/ Home Alone:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099785/ Green Mile:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120689/ — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com  Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

    57 min

  8. OCT 24

    Teaching Your Kids Cultural Empathy And Understanding | Phil Carter (Dad of 2, Growth Advisor)

    Phil Carter is a consumer subscription growth expert and advisor. He has built a popular Reforge course on consumer subscriptions and advises companies on their growth strategy. Prior to that he led growth and product functions at Faire, Quizlet and Ibotta. Phil is also a husband and the father of two kids. Phil’s wife, Ashley, founded a non-profit called Daring Girls that comes up in today’s episode and has helped over 20,000 Tanzanian women further their education. Donate today! In our conversation today we discussed: * Raising kids during the pandemic * Traveling internationally with young children * How to teach kids cultural empathy and understanding * Protecting coveted time with your spouse * Avoiding everything becoming a household logistics conversation * The weekly family meeting and how that works for Phil and his family — Where to find Phil Carter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philgcarter/ X: https://x.com/philgcarter Where to find Adam Fishman * FishmanAF Newsletter: www.FishmanAFNewsletter.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjfishman/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startupdadpod/ — In this episode, we cover: [1:29] Welcome [2:03] Professional background [4:14] Childhood [5:32] What family are you close to now? [7:27] How you met your wife [8:39] Daring Girls and his wife’s work [11:28] Decision to start a family [13:27] Earliest memory of becoming a dad? [16:36] Raising kids during the pandemic [20:21] Taking kids to Tanzania [25:42] Talking to kids about diversity [29:02] Family meeting [32:37] Advice for younger Phil [35:56] Advice to ignore [37:43] Protecting time w/ spouse [40:59] Standing date-night time/sitter [42:03] Keeping date-nights from becoming logistical discussions [44:09] Where do you and partner not align? [47:16] Mistake you made as a dad? [49:05] Halloween [51:11] #1 book recommendation  [52:29] Fav holiday recipes or traditions? [54:10] Follow along [54:49] Lightning round [1:03:56] Thank you — Show references: Daring Girls: https://daringgirls.org/ Donate to Daring Girls: https://daringgirls.org/donate/ Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/ Ibotta: https://home.ibotta.com/ Bain: https://www.bain.com/ Stanford: https://www.stanford.edu/ Turo: https://turo.com/ Faire: https://www.faire.com/ Reforge: https://www.reforge.com/ Harry Potter: https://www.harrypotter.com/ Tanzania: https://www.britannica.com/place/Tanzania Pokemon: Detective Pikachu: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5884052/ DinoLingo: https://www.dinolingo.com/ Duolingo: https://www.duolingo.com/ The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini: https://www.amazon.com/Kite-Runner-Khaled-Hosseini/dp/159463193X Children Of The Corn: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087050/ Lion King Soundtrack: open.spotify.com/album/7e8y48Z2fkJNGBOKSECCeS The Five Love Languages: https://5lovelanguages.com/ Osprey backpacks: https://www.osprey.com/ How to Train Your Dragon: https://www.dreamworks.com/how-to-train-your-dragon Bluey: https://www.bluey.tv/ The Wild Robot: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29623480/ Mighty Ducks: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104868 The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt:https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/0593655036 — For sponsorship inquiries email: podcast@fishmana.com. For Startup Dad Merch: www.startupdadshop.com  Production support for Startup Dad is provided by Tommy Harron at http://www.armaziproductions.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit startupdadpod.substack.com

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Adam Fishman (author of a top business newsletter on Substack with 10K+ subscribers) interviews executives, entrepreneurs, and company leaders in technology companies who are also fathers. They discuss the tough aspects of work, parenting, family, the mistakes made and lessons learned along the way. startupdadpod.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Adam Fishman
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    76
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    Clean
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    © Adam Fishman
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    Startup Dad

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