Welcome to 2 Dads 1 Car! In this episode, I sit down with my neighbour, Daniel Perrett, to talk about raising and building resilience in kids. As a father of two boys, he has had some experience in this area. Daniel shares his personal experiences and insights on how to help kids navigate difficult situations, bounce back from setbacks and how to raise the "future trees" of our planet. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, or simply interested in learning more about raising resilient kids, this episode is for you. So, sit back, relax, and join us for a thought-provoking conversation on 2 Dads 1 Car.
This episode is a game-changer. In this episode, we’re chatting with Arthur Tong, a father of a 9-month old daughter. We talk about what it is like to raise a kid in Singapore, preparing your kid to be a world-class athlete, and the real truth about fatherhood.
In this episode, we talk about the hidden biology of being a parent, how to carve out time for yourself, and most importantly, should you give your kid a bitcoin?
Six months later, baby daughter in tow, it's time to kick off Season 2 with three lessons learned, a moment of reflection for my late father and a discussion of what's next.
Melvin and I are both expecting fathers around the same time so thought it'd be fitting to end off Season 1 with our fatherhood journey reflections so far. Stay tuned until the 2nd half where we bring in our partners to join us for their thoughts too.
In this episode, we talk about being a millennial father, the traps of social media perfection and rewriting our family narrative. We go deep in this episode, come join us!
Season 1, Episode 9 | Will is the father of a baby daughter. In this episode, we talk about baby names, starting your own business at the start of fatherhood and breaking down cultural norms on parenting.
Justin is the father of 1 daughter and an entrepreneur. In this episode, we dive deep into adopting a positive mindset, how not to be a 'shitty dad' and everything else in between.
Season 1, Episode 7 | In this episode, we explore what it is like to raise a daughter in the midst of COVID, creating your own family playbook and figuring out how to set personal boundaries between work and family (or at least trying to).
Season 1, Episode 6 | Kelvin is the father of a six-week-old son. In this episode, we have our very first magic show! Check out our YouTube video to take a look. We touch upon discovering your identity, recovering from divorce and the parallels between magic and fatherhood.
Season 1, Episode 5 | Alex is the father of a six-week-old (and he is a lawyer too!). In this episode, we talk about advocating for parental leave at your workplace, growing up with a multi-racial background and raising multiracial kids.
Season 1, Episode 4 | Kyle is a father of five month old (and a dog). In this episode, we talk about modern fatherhood, generational differences when it comes to being a millennial father and whether or not babies need their own shared Google calendar.
Tim is a father of one son and has another incoming. In this episode, we talk about dad bod, unspoken truths about parenting and thriving in your career.
I’m so excited to have Matt Tan as my first guest on the podcast. In this episode, we touch upon everything from lessons from his late mother, living with intention and myths about parenting.
By dads, for dads. In this podcast, we'll be exploring topics relevant to dads and dads-to-be and highlighting what parenthood looks like from the male perspective while driving around in a car. Because why not?
Hello friends! In today’s very special solo episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, I share some incredible news: my wife Michelle and I are expecting our second daughter!This episode also contains four insights I’ve gained from attending this year’s “Summit of Greatness”, an annual conference where world-renowned speakers discuss and share their life’s work on self-discipline, happiness, and knowledge. As I now enter this new stage of my parenthood journey, I discuss how my insights from the Summit of Greatness have inspired my approach to parenthood, and share some of my personal thoughts on how to continuously hone and reflect on my role as a father, husband, and leader.Thanks so much for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car! Please give us a follow on Instagram @2dads1car for our latest update, and find us at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!Credits:Podcast Host: Steven NgoPodcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
In this week’s episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Riti Chrea, a dear friend and, in my view, a quintessential Renaissance dad. He’s built a successful career in sales, stays incredibly fit and active, and is raising a family with his wife, 12 year old son, and 15 year old daughter.In our conversation, Riti delves into how he confronts the challenges of balancing a successful career with the demands of being a father to two children. Specifically, Riti discusses many instances throughout his fatherhood journey when he has received feedback, either from his wife or even his children themselves, and how they have shaped his approach as a loving husband and father. Finally, Riti shares his excitement with watching his children grow as people, and his commitment towards becoming a model for a happy and healthy life for his children. Thank you for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Riti for taking the time to speak with us! You can keep up with our latest updates on Instagram @2dads1car, and our website on 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!Credits:Podcast Guest: Riti ChreaPodcast Host: Steven NgoPodcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“When you’re parenting with FIRE, you’re actually able to be present for so much more of your child’s life, and develop a closer relationship than you would have been able to otherwise. That was an unexpected gift of FIRE. . . you can be present for all the major milestones.” On this special episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Bryce Leung, who together with his wife Kristy runs Millennial Revolution, one of my favourite financial blogs. They are also the authors of the popular book, Quit Like a Millionaire, and proud parents to a young son.In our conversation, Bryce dives into him and his wife’s journey with the FIRE (“Financial Independence, Retire Early”) movement, and how living frugally and spending money thoughtfully has allowed his family to live with mobility and freedom over the years. On the topic of parenting, Bryce discusses the power of freedom and choice afforded by living the FIRE life, and how him and his wife’s FIRE approach to parenting have allowed them to dedicate meaningful time, effort, and energy to their young family. Finally, Bryce shares his insight on how to invest in today’s market, and how his freedom-first approach to investing has allowed his family to live how they want even during times of economic volatility. Thanks so much to Bryce for taking the time to speak with us! Please follow us on Instagram @2dads1car for our latest updates, and our website on 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
“Growing up, my dad was always the cool, fun one who I loved playing with. My mom was the one who I turned to for emotional support. What I’m trying to do is have my son feel like he can go to his mom or dad for anything.”In this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Kevin Leung, a father to a young son, and proud millennial dad. In our conversation, Kevin and I share an enlightening conversation on what it means to be and continuously improve as a millennial parent. Kevin and I also discuss the unique challenges in raising well-adjusted and independent children in the age of AI, male radicalization, and technology. Finally, as we talk about our views on parenting in the modern age, we share stories from our childhoods and the deliberate ways in which we learn from our past. Thank you for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Kevin for sharing with us. Please check us out on Instagram @2dads1car, and on our website at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!Credits:Podcast Guest: Kevin LeungPodcast Host: Steven NgoPodcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“I became an Indigenous status member around 35, and that’s when I started to really appreciate my identity. I’m very thankful for it now seeing my daughters who are a quarter Indigenous, a quarter German, and half Chinese, growing up and not struggling with that identity at school.”In this week’s episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Thomas Claus, husband of a good friend of mine, and father to three young daughters.In our conversation, Thomas begins by discussing his intersectional experiences growing up half-German, half-Indigenous, and how navigating his identity through childhood has both allowed him to take a more thoughtful approach to his growth as a person, and to his children’s growth and cultural journey today. On the parenting front, Thomas speaks about the collaborative nature of effective parenting with his wife, and about striking the correct balances when we speak about love, discipline, and leadership. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! For our latest updates, please check out @2dads1car on Instagram, or our website at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!Credits:Podcast Guest: Thomas ClausPodcast Host: Steven NgoPodcast Producer: Baron Hsueh