Dad Livin'

Doug Yocco, Brian Johnson, Mike Deutman, Bryan Ostendorf

Dad Livin’ isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement for dads everywhere. Hosted by four best friends who are dads first and storytellers second, this channel is your go-to spot for laughs, real talk, and the unfiltered reality of modern fatherhood. Whether you're dealing with diaper blowouts, teenage tantrums, or just trying to remember where you put your coffee (again), you’re not alone. We’re here for all the dads—the new dads, seasoned pros, single dads, stepdads, and every father figure in between. Weekly episodes dive into everything from parenting fails to building legacies Real stories, relatable struggles, and unfiltered dad humor A supportive community and safe space for men to talk fatherhoodJoin thousands of other dads finding their tribe So if you’re looking for a dad podcast that’s equal parts hilarious, heartwarming, and honest—you’ve found your crew. Hit that subscribe button, grab a drink, and come hang with your fellow fathers. Because this is Dad Livin’.

  1. 5d ago

    End of Summer Dad Life: Vacation Fails & Family Memories

    End-of-summer dad life gets real: food poisoning in Mexico, a lost wedding ring, family vacation chaos and the moments with our kids we never want to forget. The whole Dad Livin' crew is back together to close out summer and compare the wins, fails and family memories that defined it. We rate our summers without being allowed to pick a seven, revisit a brutal Mexico birthday trip, explain how a wedding ring disappeared at Lake of the Ozarks and ask whether traveling with kids should really count as a vacation. The conversation also gets real about parenting through grief, watching our kids grow more independent and recognizing the small moments that become the memories we keep. Doug shares the Missouri Botanical Garden picnic that felt like a perfect family night, plus the bedtime kiss from Adalyn that went "straight into his heart." Then it is time to settle the important end-of-summer debates: - Pool, lake or beach? - Road trip or flying? - Is a family vacation actually a vacation? - Does summer end when school starts or on Labor Day? - Your turn: When does summer officially end: the first day of school or - - Labor Day? Pick one and defend it in the comments. This episode contains candid language and a sincere conversation about grief. Chapters: 0:00 The Whole Dad Livin' Crew Is Back 1:10 Summer Is Over and School Is Back 2:38 Rate Your Summer, but You Cannot Pick Seven 3:55 The Summer Vacation Tally 5:31 Grief, Family Support and a Difficult Summer 7:48 The Summer Fail Hall of Shame 8:10 Food Poisoning at a 40th Birthday in Mexico 11:07 Losing a Wedding Ring at Lake of the Ozarks 12:43 Night Shifts, Travel and Summer Exhaustion 15:24 The Family Memories We Did Not Plan 17:10 Watching Our Kids Grow Up 19:29 Gulf Shores and Learning to Be Present 23:01 The Perfect Night at Missouri Botanical Garden 26:00 The Funniest and Sweetest Things Our Kids Said 27:15 Adalyn's Goodnight Kiss Goes Straight to Dad's Heart 30:36 Is The Sandlot a Fourth of July Movie? 32:21 Settle It: The End-of-Summer Debates 32:47 Pool, Lake or Beach? 33:35 Road Trip or Flying? 34:03 Is a Family Vacation Actually a Vacation? 38:46 When Does Summer Officially End? 41:10 Final Summer Verdicts Visit Dad Livin': https://www.dadlivin.com Subscribe for honest fatherhood stories, parenting humor, family debates and garage conversations with the guys. #DadLivin #DadLife #Fatherhood #ParentingPodcast #FamilyVacation

  2. Aug 20

    Kids Ice Hockey: What Every Hockey Parent Needs to Know | Dad Livin

    Kids ice hockey is the hardest youth sport to break into. Here's what every hockey parent needs to know before puck drop. On this episode of Dad Livin', Doug and Mike Deutman — a youth hockey coach and referee for the Meramec Sharks — break down everything a first-time hockey parent needs to know about getting a kid into ice hockey: the gear, the cost, the ice time, and why they still think hockey is the greatest youth sport ever built. What we cover: 🏒 Why kids ice hockey demands more than any other youth sport — skating, stick skill, finesse, and toughness combined (yes, we get into the PK Subban take that started this whole conversation) ⛸️ The #1 rule for new youth hockey parents: skating skills come before stick skills, every time 😤 The frustration curve every hockey family goes through — and the exact moment it "clicks" (real stories about our own kids, Gus and Shane) 🏒 Why putting a stick in your kid's hands too early can backfire, and what to do in the garage instead ⏰ Is 10, 11, or 12 too late to start playing hockey? (Spoiler: no — and we explain why) 🥅 Our own first hockey memories — skating lessons with grandma, early morning drives to Herculaneum, and what those car rides actually taught us about connecting with our kids 🏆 Growing up on street hockey in St. Louis, mailing away for Mario Lemieux and Eric Lindros autographs, and what it was like watching the Stanley Cup come through town 🚀 Why a young Mario Lemieux or Eric Lindros wouldn't stand a chance against Connor McDavid today — and what that says about how far youth training has come ⚽ Why we still tell our kids to play other sports, even though we think hockey is the best one out there 0:00 The Dad Living Philosophy 0:30 Varsity Squad Takes the Mic 2:04 The Ice Hockey Deep Dive 3:39 From D1 Dreams to Officiating 7:05 Why Hockey Reigns Supreme 10:53 Childhood Memories and Cul-de-sac Dreams 20:10 Guiding Your Child Through the Rink 27:39 Breaking Down the Cost of Play If you're a parent thinking about signing your kid up for youth hockey — or you're already in it and wondering if it's worth the 6am practices — this episode is for you. Drop a comment: What's your kid's sport, and what's the one thing you wish someone told you before you started? 🔔 Subscribe to Dad Livin' for honest conversations about fatherhood, youth sports, and figuring it all out. Follow us: 🌐 Website: www.dadlivin.com 🎧 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@DadLivin 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-livin/id1828929324 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mQ9vmsBoeEYMssCPX6X0u?si=HaV9SXGJShC6_EKodpqVTQ 🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1007ac52-32d2-41bd-b857-edcf10198187/dad-livin' 📸 Instagram: @dadlivin 🎵 TikTok: @dadlivin 📘 Facebook: Dad Livin' #DadLivin #DadPodcast #YouthHockey #HockeyDad #KidsSports #Fatherhood #HockeyParents #DadLife

  3. Aug 5

    Coffee Talk: Summer Dad Guilt, Kids’ Quotes & Small Wins | Dad Livin

    Summer dad guilt hits hard when work is busy, kids are home, and you feel like you’re missing the moments that matter — that’s what today’s Coffee Talk is all about. Welcome back to Dad Livin’, coming to you from an early Saturday morning coffee session in St. Louis, no garage beers this time, just coffee and real talk. In this episode we dig into: The reality of summer dad guilt and working dad schedules — from “Dad, I miss you” phone calls to kids saying “I just want you” while you’re trying to work from home.How we’re juggling late movie nights, summer camps, pool days and Brenner (breakfast for dinner) while trying not to feel like we’re failing as dads.What we actually let the kids watch: Indiana Jones, Superman, Marvel, Lord of the Rings, and the awkward parenting moments when PG-13 trailers go way too far.Why routines and workouts fall apart in the summer — ballpark food, frozen custard runs, and kids calling out our dad bods — plus how we’re trying to reset without the shame spiral.onlinemediamastersThe small wins that make the chaos worth it: Jordan Walker’s Home Run Derby run, FIFA World Cup family watch parties, golf camp progress, and Sandlot-style baseball pool parties. If you’re a dad working full-time, wrestling with dad guilt, and trying to stay present in the middle of summer schedules, this Coffee Talk episode will feel way too familiar. Drop a comment:- What’s the most dad thing you did this week?- What’s one kid quote that absolutely wrecked you? Follow Dad Livin' on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & Facebook. Visit us online at www.dadlivin.com for all episodes and fun content! #DadLivin #DadPodcast #Fatherhood #DadGuilt #WorkingDad #SummerDad #Parenting #CoffeeTalk

  4. Jun 24

    Why Dads Lose Their Friends (And How to Keep Them) | Dad Livin' Podcast

    As dads get busier, friendships shrink. We dig into why male friendship over 35 is so hard — and what you can do about it. In this episode of the Dad Livin' Podcast, recorded live at a Memorial Day garage party, the crew gets real about what happens to male friendships once kids, work, and life take over. Stats say the average dad has just four close friends — and only one in ten stays close to them. We break down why that happens and how to fight back. What we cover: 🍺 Why dad friendships naturally shrink after kids arrive 📱 The text-and-forget problem (you know who you are) 📊 Stats: Dads in the 90s had 6+ close friends — what changed? 🔵 How work culture, club sports, and social media are closing your circle 🤝 The "glue friend" — why every group needs one 🏡 How to find your people if you've lost touch (neighbors, leagues, old friends) 💬 Mel Robbins' "Let Them" and why it changes how you handle drifting friendships 👮 Why one of our guys — a cop — chose NOT to only hang out with fellow cops 🎉 Memorial Day vibes + real talk from guys who've stayed tight for 20+ years Whether you're a dad who's feeling the loneliness creep in, or you've got a tight circle and want to keep it that way — this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe to Dad Livin' for honest conversations about fatherhood, friendship, and figuring it all out. 📲 Follow us: 🌐 Website: www.dadlivin.com 📸 Instagram: @dadlivin 🎵 TikTok: @dadlivin 📘 Facebook: Dad Livin' 🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DadLivin 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mQ9vmsBoeEYMssCPX6X0u?si=HaV9SXGJShC6_EKodpqVTQ 🎧 Amazon Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-livin/id1828929324 Drop a comment: How do YOU stay connected with your friends as a busy dad? #DadLivin #DadPodcast #MaleFriendship #FatherhoodPodcast #DadsOver35

  5. Jun 10

    What Dads REALLY Want on Father’s Day (Garage Edition)

    Planning Father’s Day and not sure what to do or buy? This Father’s Day episode of Dad Livin’ is your behind‑the‑scenes look into what real dads actually want on their day: less pressure, more simple fun, and memories that don’t require a Pinterest board. Filmed in the garage with the whole crew, we talk about: Why Father’s Day always feels a little overshadowed by Mother’s DaySimple Father’s Day ideas that don’t require a big budget or fancy reservationsGift ideas dads really appreciate (and the ones we can skip)How to plan a low‑stress day that lets dad relax and still feel appreciatedCreative, from‑the‑heart gifts kids can make that dad will actually keep If you’re a wife or partner looking for Father’s Day ideas, you’ll walk away with realistic, dad‑approved ways to make the day special without burning yourself out. If you’re part of the dad gang, kick back with us in the garage as we laugh about past Father’s Days, share what we secretly wish would happen, and give you some ammo to “accidentally” send this episode to your family. We also shout out Garage Beer and talk New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce, keeping it all family‑friendly, real, and fun—just like a good Father’s Day should be. More Dad Livin’:Website: https://www.dadlivin.com All episodes: https://www.dadlivin.com/episodes YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DadLivin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DadLivin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/656565374210774 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mQ9vmsBoeEYMssCPX6X0u Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-livin/id1828929324 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1007ac52-32d2-41bd-b857-edcf10198187/dad-livin Garage Beer:https://drinkgaragebeer.com/ Timestamps / chapters00:00 The Overlooked Holiday: Father’s Day vs. Mother’s Day 00:58 Ideal Father’s Day: Simplicity and Relaxation 03:58 Gifts: What Dads Really Want 04:12 The Do’s and Don’ts of Father’s Day Celebrations 07:28 The Importance of Family Time 10:07 Creative Gifts from Kids 12:01 The Role of Simplicity in Father’s Day Celebrations 14:52 Wrapping Up: Celebrating Father’s Day on Your Own Terms 25:21 Dad Livin’ Outro #FathersDay #FathersDayIdeas #DadPodcast #DadLife #DadLivin #GarageHang #DadGifts #GirlDad #BoyDad #ParentingPodcast #FamilyTime #HusbandLife #MomsOfYouTube #DadHumor #DadGang #DadSquad #GarageBeers #DoingDadStuff #SuburbanDads #WeekendVibes #DadJokes

  6. May 13

    Dad Burnout: Why We Disappeared for 2 Months | Dad Livin Podcast

    After 2 months away, we're finally back with the truth about dad burnout, spring sports chaos, and why we nearly quit podcasting. Doug and Johnny get real about work-life balance, parenting tweens with attitude problems, and the awkward birds-and-bees talk nobody prepares you for. WHAT WE COVER: Why we disappeared: The real story behind our 2-month hiatusSpring sports madness and surviving the busiest parenting seasonNavigating attitude adjustments when kids hit pubertyThe birds and bees talk (and the hilarious follow-up questions)Work burnout and learning to set boundariesMother's Day appreciation and supporting our wives TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro & Setup 3:02 - Welcome Back! We're Back After 2 Months 3:41 - Why We Disappeared - Burnout & Busy Season 6:08 - Spring Sports Chaos & Baseball Season 8:29 - Soaking in Every Moment with Your Kids 10:56 - Podcast Burnout - When It Feels Like a Job 13:23 - Work Stress & Setting Priorities as a Dad 15:47 - Finding Your Fire Again 21:13 - What's Next for Dad Livin Podcast 22:30 - Parenting Tweens - Attitude Adjustments 25:22 - Teaching Kids About Respect & Consequences 31:03 - The Birds and Bees Talk (This Got Awkward) 34:49 - Follow-Up Questions You're NOT Ready For 37:12 - Shout Out to Our Wives & Mother's Day 39:18 - Work-Life Balance Struggles 41:25 - Paying Someone to Mow - Getting Time Back 45:16 - Keeping Kids Safe - Important Safety Talk 48:47 - Mother's Day Plans & Appreciating Moms 52:32 - Coming Up: Youth Sports, Phones & Social Media Dad Livin is a podcast for every guy navigating the chaos of modern fatherhood. Hosted by Doug (Yoko) and Johnny (BJ), lifelong friends raising kids in the midwest. We're not experts—just dads trying to figure it out, one episode at a time. Expect honest conversations about sports parenting, work stress, marriage, friendship after 35, and everything that comes with raising kids while trying not to lose your mind. CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @dadlivin Facebook: Dad Livin Email: hello@dadliving.com Subscribe on your favorite platform: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube #DadBurnout #Parenting #WorkLifeBalance #YouthSports #DadLife #ParentingPodcast #ModernFatherhood #DadFriends #BaseballDad #ParentingTweens

  7. Mar 13

    We Drafted the Perfect TV Dad & Here's Who Won

    Dad Livin’ goes full bracket mode to crown the greatest TV dad of all time. From legendary sitcom fathers to animated icons and movie heavyweights, we draft, debate, and battle through a 64‑dad bracket until only one champion is left standing. In this episode, we talk about: Why TV dads across eras—strict, silly, soft‑hearted, and everything in between—hit us so differently.How our own experiences as dads shape who we root for in the bracket.Big arguments over classic dads (and some hot takes you’ll probably disagree with). Fill out your own bracket Think we crowned the wrong champion? Prove it. Build and submit your bracket here: https://bracket.dadlivin.com/ Then screenshot your final four and champion and drop it in the comments so we can see your picks. New here? Dad Livin’ is a podcast about real dad life—marriage, kids, careers, friendships, and all the messy, funny stuff in between. Stay connected Website & newsletter: https://www.dadlivin.com/All episodes and more dad stories: https://www.dadlivin.com/episodes Listen on your favorite app Find “Dad Livin” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms. Join the conversation Comment with your “Best TV Dad” pick and why.Share your bracket results and tag the friends who need to settle this debate. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Ultimate Dad Draft 02:02 Exploring the Legendary Dads Bracket 03:28 Round One: The Battle of Dads 11:11 Diving Deeper into Dad Characters 14:11 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up 14:39 Iconic Dads in Film and TV 20:03 The Complexity of Fatherhood 26:07 The Battle of Bad Dads 30:12 The Ultimate Dad Showdown 35:50 Final Thoughts on Father Figures 38:00 DadLivin – Outro #DadLivin #BestTVDads #TVDadsBracket #DadPodcast #Fatherhood #Parenting #Nostalgia #SitcomDads #MovieDads #AnimatedDads

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Dad Livin’ isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement for dads everywhere. Hosted by four best friends who are dads first and storytellers second, this channel is your go-to spot for laughs, real talk, and the unfiltered reality of modern fatherhood. Whether you're dealing with diaper blowouts, teenage tantrums, or just trying to remember where you put your coffee (again), you’re not alone. We’re here for all the dads—the new dads, seasoned pros, single dads, stepdads, and every father figure in between. Weekly episodes dive into everything from parenting fails to building legacies Real stories, relatable struggles, and unfiltered dad humor A supportive community and safe space for men to talk fatherhoodJoin thousands of other dads finding their tribe So if you’re looking for a dad podcast that’s equal parts hilarious, heartwarming, and honest—you’ve found your crew. Hit that subscribe button, grab a drink, and come hang with your fellow fathers. Because this is Dad Livin’.