Top Dad

Top Dad
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Welcome to Top Dad, where two Midwestern dads tackle the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of dad life. We make bad jokes, talk about the everyday chaos of parenting in today’s world, and do our best to hold on to what’s left of our sanity. New episodes drop every week! Tune in every week to our podcast, or visit topdadpod.com on how to contact the Top Dads!. Come for the laughs, stay for the real talk about fatherhood.

  1. Waterparks, Lightbulbs & Dad-level Bright Ideas 💡

    FEB 6

    Waterparks, Lightbulbs & Dad-level Bright Ideas 💡

    🎙️ Episode 240 – “Waterparks, Lightbulbs & Dad-level Bright Ideas” This week on The Top Dad Podcast, it’s dads on the move, on a mission, and—let’s be honest—a little over their heads. 💦 Top Dad Matt goes to the Dells! A splashy adventure full of water slides, overpriced snacks, and the annual reminder that dads are not built for lazy rivers. 💡 Top Dad Ken goes crazy with lightbulbs! We’re talking LEDs, lumens, and the kind of home improvement chaos that makes you question your wattage… and your sanity. 🚲 Buying a New Bike – The dads break down the tips, tricks, and emotional trauma of helping your kid pick between “cool BMX” and “affordable option Dad actually approves.” 🎂 One of the Top Dad Kids turns 7! Because time flies faster than your patience at bedtime. 📺 Adventures in Babysitting – Dads take on an 80's classic movie... did Disney+ nerf this movie? Where is the swearing and inappropriate humor we have come to know and love with 80's kids flicks?  🐻 Da Bears… so close! – A heartfelt, mildly delusional segment about hope, heartbreak, and the eternal optimism of Chicago sports fans. It’s waterparks, wattage, and wisdom from two dads who prove every week that parenting is 10% planning and 90% “just wing it.” #TopDadPodcast #DadLife #ParentingComedy #DadJokes #DaBears #WisconsinDells #ParentingFails #BikeDad Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    55 min
  2. “Stretch Goals, Small Talk & Mighty Ducks Dad Energy”

    JAN 29

    “Stretch Goals, Small Talk & Mighty Ducks Dad Energy”

    🎙️ Episode 239 – “Stretch Goals, Small Talk & Mighty Ducks Dad Energy” This week on The Top Dad Podcast, we’re loosening up the hamstrings, the parenting rules, and maybe a few belts. 🦆 Mighty Ducks & Gentle Parenting – The dads dive into whether Gordon Bombay would survive modern parenting (“timeout, not penalty box”). 🍻 Dads Drinking Tips – From “just one more” to “how did we end up singing Journey again?” we cover the fine art of knowing your limits (and pretending you’re still in your 20s). 🎯 Resolutions Recap – Which New Year’s promises survived past January 10th? Let’s just say the gym membership is thriving… in spirit. 🧘 Stretching Is My New Best Friend – Turns out the key to aging gracefully is bending over without fear of a three-day recovery. 🗣️ Small Talk with the Kids – The underrated skill of pretending to be fascinated by Minecraft lore or slime recipes to teach your kids the art of small talk.  It’s part motivational pep talk, part midlife reflection, and all dad chaos—served with laughter, a side of sore hamstrings, and a sprinkle of dad jokes... ok, a lot of dad jokes. #TopDadPodcast #ParentingComedy #DadJokes #MightyDucks #GentleParenting #DadLife #FunnyPodcast #NewYearResolutions Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    49 min
  3. “French Toast & Fresh Starts”

    JAN 18

    “French Toast & Fresh Starts”

    🎙️ Episode 238 – “French Toast & Fresh Starts” New year, same dads—slightly less motivated. The Top Dad Podcast kicks off 2026 with a sizzling start (and a sizzling griddle) as we unveil Top Dad Ken’s Secret French Toast Recipe—the perfect mix of carbs, confidence, and questionable measurements. 🍞 We talk staycations in the Windy City—Top Dad Matt's trip to the Second City 👃 We debate the official dad scent of 2026 (spoiler: it’s somewhere between gasoline and pancake syrup). 🎯 And we wrap things up with our Mediocre Dad Resolutions—bold promises like “drink more coffee,” “lose a little weight,” and “finally fix that one drawer.” It’s the perfect blend of breakfast wisdom, dad logic, and half-hearted self-improvement—because if you can’t laugh at your resolutions, you’re not doing them right. #TopDadPodcast #DadJokes #ParentingComedy #FrenchToast #DadResolutions #ChicagoDads #Staycation #FunnyPodcast Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    55 min
  4. Band Camp, Indy’s Easter Eggs & the Watch List Finale

    JAN 2

    Band Camp, Indy’s Easter Eggs & the Watch List Finale

    🎙️ Episode 237 – “Band Camp, Indy’s Easter Eggs & the Watch List Finale” This week on The Top Dad Podcast, we’re closing out the year with brass, class, and a touch of dad sass. 🎺 Middle School Band Breakdown – Because nothing tests a parent’s love like 37 trombones playing “Jingle Bells” slightly off-key. 🕵️‍♂️ Top Secret Easter Eggs – The dads decode hidden gems from Indiana Jones and Top Gun: Maverick while admitting they’ll never look that cool in a fedora or flight suit. 🎄 It’s a Wonderful Life… Revisited – We watch the Christmas classic as adults and realize George Bailey wasn’t a saint—he was just a tired dad holding it together with coffee and hope. ⌚ Top Dad Top Watches for Christmas – From digital nostalgia to midlife crisis luxury, we’re ranking the best wrist candy for dads who “just need to know the time.” 🙏 End of Year Thank-Yous! – A big shoutout to all our listeners, fellow dads, and snack suppliers who made 2025 a year worth laughing through. It’s part reflection, part chaos, and 100% dad energy—the perfect way to wrap up the year. #TopDadPodcast #DadJokes #ParentingComedy #ItsAWonderfulLife #MiddleSchoolBand #IndianaJones #TopGun #DadsWithWatches #EndOfYearReflection Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    48 min
  5. Shots, Super Coaches & Sit, Ubu, Sit

    12/27/2025

    Shots, Super Coaches & Sit, Ubu, Sit

    🎙️ Episode 236 – “Shots, Super Coaches & Sit, Ubu, Sit” This week on the Top Dad Podcast, we’re bringing the party favors, the pep talks, and the parenting wisdom—just don’t expect them in equal measure. 🎂 We start with Birthday Party Magic—aka how to survive a sugar tornado and still smile for the photo. Then, it’s onto Rec League Chaos, where we discuss how to deal with “Super Coaches,” those sideline superheroes who think every 8-year-old game is the World Series. 🥃 Next, we debate the perfect time to take “a shot” (emotionally, parentally, or tequila-ly—we’ll let you decide). 💡 We also resurrect Doctor Spock for some old-school parenting advice and close out with a heated debate on the Top 5 TV Dogs of All Time. (Spoiler: Air Bud is athletic, but Wishbone’s got range.) It’s equal parts pep talk, therapy session, and dog show—served dad-style. Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    54 min
  6. Confident Dads, Creepy Nights & Half Price Ribs

    12/12/2025

    Confident Dads, Creepy Nights & Half Price Ribs

    🎙️ Episode 235 – “Confident Dads, Creepy Nights & Half Price Ribs” This week on The Top Dad Podcast, we’re serving up a full plate of dad wisdom—with a side of Halloween flashbacks and leftover confidence issues. 👻 We kick things off with some spooky tales from Halloweens past (spoiler: the scariest part was the sugar crash). Then we dig into Dad Downtime—that magical, mythical moment between cleaning up dinner and passing out on the couch. 🍽️ Plus, we tackle the all-important Family Dinner Night—where every meal is equal parts bonding opportunity and negotiation battlefield. Do chicken nuggets count as protein? Absolutely. And to top it off, we talk about how to be a Confident Dad—even when you’re wearing socks with sandals, yelling at Alexa, and realizing you’ve been calling your kid’s friend the wrong name all year. It’s equal parts motivation, nostalgia, and pure dad chaos. #TopDadPodcast #DadLife #ParentingComedy #HalloweenDad #FamilyDinner #ConfidentDads Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    54 min
  7. Confidence, Crayons & Viking Choruses

    12/04/2025

    Confidence, Crayons & Viking Choruses

    🎙️ Episode 234 – “Confidence, Crayons & Viking Choruses” This week on The Top Dad Podcast, we’re getting artsy fartsy—with just a touch of Norse mythology and a dash of 80s movie trivia. 🎨 Whether you’re painting confidence with broad strokes or dodging dodgeballs at middle school intramurals, we’ve got your dad-life lessons covered. We tackle the wild world of musical Vikings (yes, that’s a thing), debate when a harmless lie becomes a full-blown household truth, and confess our love for those weird, off-beat 80s movies that shaped us into the dads we are today. ⚔️ Top Dad Matt sings, Top Dad Ken waxes poetic about building up your kid’s confidence like it’s a DIY home project, and together they break down why playing sports with tweens is a one-way ticket to pulled hamstrings and bruised egos. 👨‍🎨 Plus: the “Lie-to-Legend Pipeline” every parent secretly uses. (“No, that IS how you tie your shoes, trust me.”) Get ready to laugh, nod along in dad-solidarity, and maybe even try out a new confidence-building theory that involves crayons, horned helmets, and your kid’s school talent show. Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    54 min
  8. Dents, Deals & Dad-Level Halloween Skills

    11/24/2025

    Dents, Deals & Dad-Level Halloween Skills

    🎙️ Episode 233: “Dents, Deals & Dad-Level Halloween Skills” Buckle up, dads — this week’s episode swerves harder than Top Dad Ken after someone didn’t check their blind spot. That’s right: Ken gets into a fender-bender, which means we’re diving deep into the Rules of the Road (Dad Edition) — including why using your turn signal is not, in fact, a sign of weakness. Meanwhile, Top Dad Matt goes full Antiques Roadshow after discovering a treasure that apparently costs… a nickel? We break down whether he found a hidden gem or just the world’s fanciest garage-sale paperweight. And because Halloween is basically the Super Bowl for parents, we’re dishing out Top Dad Halloween Tips: 🎃 Trunk or Treat... yup it's real 👻 Why dads always pick the embarrassing costume 🍬 And the annual debate: full-size bars vs. cheapskate minis It’s parenting chaos wrapped in comedy, sprinkled with dad logic, and delivered with the same enthusiasm as a dad finding free mulch. Tune in, laugh along, and remember: drive safe, price antiques responsibly, and always check your kids’ candy (for, uh… safety). #TopDadPodcast #DadLife #ParentingComedy #HalloweenDadMode #AntiquesRoadshowDad Thanks for listening to the Top Dad Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes, leave a review, and share our podcast with other awesome dads or mediocre dads (seriously, they probably need us the most).... ☑️ Got a question or a topic you want us to cover? Email us at topdadpodcast@gmail.com or follow us on social media for updates and wonderfully crafted dad jokes by going to TopDadpod.com "Stay awesome, dads—because nobody rocks the dad bod on the #1 dad pod like the Top Dads 🫸🫷#topdads #topdadpod

    47 min
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Welcome to Top Dad, where two Midwestern dads tackle the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of dad life. We make bad jokes, talk about the everyday chaos of parenting in today’s world, and do our best to hold on to what’s left of our sanity. New episodes drop every week! Tune in every week to our podcast, or visit topdadpod.com on how to contact the Top Dads!. Come for the laughs, stay for the real talk about fatherhood.

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  • Creator
    Top Dad
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    239
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Top Dad
  • Show Website
    Top Dad