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Special Guests: The Twin Dads! Youtube: @TheTwinDadLifeInsta: @twindadlife_officialThis week Two Gay Dads goes global with Wayne and Heitor — the Ireland-meets-Brazil couple who somehow turned surrogacy chaos, eight rescued dogs (yes, eight), and seven failed embryo transfers into twin-powered domestic bliss. Expect stories about meeting on Facebook after one too many glasses of wine (Wayne = tipsy giraffe), a theatrical golden-egg baby reveal, a Roomba named Samantha enforcing toy cleanup, and twin antics that prove Blake and Blair have already mastered sibling diplomacy. We also get real about the baffling legal limbo for LGBTQ+ parents in Ireland, Meta algorithm rage-baiting, and why Kansas’ new laws make everyone’s blood boil. Equal parts heart, laughs, and practical advice—this episode is proof that family is messy, global, and totally worth it.

Jason and Nate are back (and apologizing for the missed week) with a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation about parenting in a digital world. This episode covers:Screen time: navigating apps, YouTube Kids, family movie choices (Madea, Mrs. Doubtfire, Full House) and how media sparks big questions from their daughter Lizzy.Parenting while traveling: the realities of dual-travel schedules, FaceTime rituals, calendars, map magnets, re-entry after trips, and tips for keeping kids included and secure.Gay Agenda: victories and fights — the Pride flag controversy at Stonewall (and efforts to restore it) and reflections on Jesse Jackson’s role supporting LGBTQ+ rights.What they learned from Lizzy this week: the importance of goodbyes, meeting kids where they are, and small parenting wins.Light, personal, and practical — perfect for parents juggling travel, screens, and raising resilient kids. Hosts: Jason & Nate

Jason and Nate come out swinging: equal parts riotous dad energy and deeply honest parenting. Tonight’s episode is a nonstop mix of laughs and real talk.Highlights:Parenting mayhem: sundresses vs. snow pants, rogue bangs, and the great ballet‑bun outsourcing confession.Tough love with heart: teaching body boundaries, consent language, and recruiting aunties and allies for Lizzy.Party politics: playdate protocol, gift‑opening drama, and the extra scrutiny LGBTQ parents sometimes face.Unexpected wins: Girl Scouts orientation surprises and Nate nearly signing up on the spot.Gay Agenda: alarming UK life‑expectancy data and dangerous T‑erasure, plus Winter Olympics queer highlights.Tiny moments, huge feels: sticky‑note love notes that melted both dads.Fast, funny, fierce — laugh out loud, then feel all the feels. Hit subscribe and join the chaos.

This week Jason and Nate recap their favorite guest (Steven) and a powerful Netflix short featuring Matthew Shepard’s dad, dig into the difference between being an ally and a co-conspirator, and unpack how their parenting philosophy has evolved—from strict rules to positive, connection-first parenting for their daughter Lizzy. They compare parenting styles, share practical wins (and fails), and reveal the tiny rituals that bring joy to their household.They also tackle aging with dignity (and the cultural weirdness of “Mar‑a‑Lago face”), then shift to an urgent news alert: a Heritage Foundation–backed campaign and hundreds of anti‑LGBTQ bills moving in state legislatures that threaten families like theirs. Candid, outraged, and hopeful, they explain why visibility and organizing matter now more than ever.Light, loving, and unflinchingly real—tune in for honest parenting talk, culture critique, and a reminder that a child’s laugh can fix almost any day. Subscribe, leave a review, and join the community. OnwardACLU Resource: https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights-2026?state=

This week on Two Gay Dads we sit down with Stephen Chukumba, co‑founder and advocacy/outreach coordinator of Rainbow in Black. Stephen shares his powerful origin story as an accidental advocate, frontline strategies for supporting Black trans and gender‑expansive youth, and how families — especially fathers and single parents — can show up as true co‑conspirators. We discuss community building, resources (including a dating/disclosure guide co‑authored with HRC), racial dimensions of anti‑trans attacks, the fight over trans athletes in the courts, and a moving family story about patience, boundaries, and eventual acceptance. Plus: This Week in Gay News — adoptions stalled, dangerous deportations to Iran, Iowa’s expanded “don’t say” push, and joyful trans mutual‑aid in Florida.Takeaways:How to support Black trans youth and their families in culturally specific waysPractical advocacy steps: local organizing, telling stories, contacting officialsWhy patience, firm boundaries, and community outreach matterJoyful resistance as a form of survival and organizingActions:Subscribe, rate, and share — and if you’re moved by Stephen’s work, learn more about Rainbow in Black and ways to support local trans organizations and legal defenders (ACLU, Lambda Legal, local clinics).Hosts: Jason & NathanGuest: Stephen Chukumba — Rainbow in BlackResources:www.rainbowinblack.orgwww.stephenchukumba.com

Trigger warning: discussion of violence, immigration enforcement, trauma, and political repression.In this urgent, off-format episode of Two Gay Dads, Jason and Nate step outside their usual adoption and family topics to respond to the escalating crises they’ve witnessed — from Minneapolis where ICE actions coincided with the murder of Renee (Becca) Good, to nationwide targeting of educators and communities of color. A former law‑enforcement officer, Jason recounts what he saw on the ground, and Nate shares practical steps their family is taking to prepare (wills, apostilles, emergency funds, researching immigration options). They unpack signs of authoritarianism, why civil resistance matters, and concrete tactics and networks (including Freedom Trainers) that build collective power. They also recommend podcasts and resources listeners can use to stay informed and take action.This episode is a call to speak up, document injustice, protect your loved ones, and build the 3.5% movement of civic resistance. Listen, act, and share.Resources Mentioned:Freedom Trainers: https://freedomtrainers.net/Podcasts:Pod Save AmericaPod Save the WorldStrict ScrutinyThe Ezra Klein ShowAutocracy in America (The Atlantic)

New year, same dads — but this time we’re keeping it short, sweet, and only moderately caffeinated.In this episode, we’re ringing in 2026 the way all responsible parents do:by pretending we can stay up until midnight while our kids demand snacks, sparkly hats, and that we replay the same Frozen song 19 times “because it’s New Year, Daddy.”Jason kicks us off by declaring his longstanding war on New Year’s resolutions (he hasn’t made one since 2010 and is very proud of this streak). Nate, meanwhile, tries to convince the world — and apparently every business owner — that changing tables belong in men’s restrooms too. Justice for dads with diaper bags!Then we get a little reflective as we talk about what 2026 means to us as a two‑dad family:✨ The hopes😬 The worries😂 The joys that make us laugh even when we’re covered in slime or stepping on LEGOs barefootAnd the big dream for the year: more date nights than dentist appointments. Please.We also chat about what’s ahead for the show — more guests, more parenting stories, more voices from families like ours, and maybe one or two surprises if we figure out how to record without someone’s child demanding a yogurt pouch.And of course, it wouldn’t be Two Gay Dads without This Week in the Gay Agenda, where we dive into everything from the mass exodus from anti‑LGBTQ religious spaces to how 2026 might (finally!) bring relief and progress for trans people — plus a wild but true fact about who’s actually getting breast‑reduction surgery.Finally, we wrap up with our favorite tradition:What We Learned From Lizzy This Week, followed by a little holiday‑card wisdom to carry us into the year ahead.Grab your confetti, your sparkling juice of choice, and your most reasonable resolution (like “survive January”) — and join us for Episode 7!

We survived the flu and came back chatty. We gush over Heated Rivalries (no spoilers), salute Hallmark’s unexpected queer crown jewel, and sit down with our friends Chad and Erin Oban for a hilarious, honest, heart-forward look at their adoption journey—grief, cost, open adoption, the heroism of birth parents, and raising their Native son with everyday pride over performative checkbox culture. Then: the Gay Agenda brings legal whiplash from Texas to Massachusetts to Arkansas. We end with kid lessons: cuddles, catch, and a future wine-opener (when legal!).What’s inside:Hallmark hot takes and Heated Rivalries hypeAdoption real talk: money, control (or lack thereof), and language that honors birth parentsKeeping Native heritage central in daily life, not just at powwowsGay Agenda: attacks on marriage equality, rollback of protections, and… policing hairstyles?Parent wins: remembering to slow down, play catch, and accept unsolicited cuddles

We will be back on January 5th with a new episode including interviews with our friends Chad and Erin about their adoptions story. This last week we have all been battling Influenza A and we will take all the positive vibes you want to send.

Episode 5: Holiday Chaos, Ugly Sweaters & The Gay Agenda 🎄It’s the holiday edition of Two Gay Dads, and Jason is rocking a Golfing Santa sweater that’s so tacky it might be a hate crime against fashion. Nate is not impressed. In this festive episode, we spill all the holiday tea:Our family traditions (yes, we decorate on Election Day—don’t judge).How we handle Santa without traumatizing Lizzy.The ultimate toy wish list (spoiler: still no puppy).Holiday movies we love, hate, and heckle—plus why watching Hallmark alone should come with a Surgeon General’s warning.And in the Big Bad Gay Agenda: deadnaming in government, HIV discrimination in the military, and why love—not fear—should define the season.We wrap it all up with what Lizzy taught us this week (kids are wise, y’all). Grab your cocoa, your wine, or your ugly sweater, and join us for laughs, love, and a little activism under the mistletoe.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts—and subscribe on YouTube, or where you listen to your Podcasts for the full festive chaos!

What does it mean to build a family on your own terms? In this episode, Jason and Nate explore the growing movement of single parenting by choice—a bold, intentional path that’s rewriting the rules of what family looks like.We sit down with our friend Kelly Healy, who made the life-changing decision to become a single mom by choice. From the spark that started her journey to the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected joys along the way, Kelly shares what it really takes to go solo on the parenting adventure. We’ll talk about adoption, donor conception, and surrogacy—and why these stories prove that family is built on love and intention, not tradition.But that’s not all—stick around for This Week in the Gay Agenda, where we unpack the headlines shaping LGBTQ+ life:Human Rights Reporting Overhauled: The Trump administration directs embassies to frame gender-affirming care for minors as “chemical or surgical mutilation,” signaling a dangerous precedent that erases LGBTQ+ protections and threatens trans lives worldwide.Radical Love in Action: Parents of Black trans kids create a groundbreaking space for affirmation and empowerment, proving that when systems fail, families rise to rewrite the rules. Learn more at rainbowinblack.org.National Security Memo: The Attorney General prioritizes investigations into violent extremist groups, citing “radical gender ideology” and “hostility toward traditional family values” as ideological drivers. Welcome to the resistance, folks.FIFA’s Controversial Pride Match: Egypt vs. Iran during Pride Month and the Stonewall anniversary—set in Seattle. A bold move or a global eyebrow-raiser? We break it down.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to choose this path—or you just love hearing stories of courage and community—this episode will inspire you to rethink what family means and why advocacy matters.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about families built on love, not templates.

What happens when one phone call turns your world upside down? In this deeply personal episode of Two Day Gay Dads, Jason and Nathan share the emotional rollercoaster of their adoption journey—from the first conversations and endless waiting to the life-changing moment they learned their daughter was on the way.You’ll hear about:The decision to adopt and the process of creating a family profile.The unexpected call during COVID: “She’s in labor—are you ready?”The whirlwind trip across state lines, NICU bonding, and meeting Lizzy for the first time.Life after placement—legal hurdles, first milestones, and building family traditions.Plus, in This Week in the Gay Agenda, we explore why inclusive language matters during the holidays and reflect on the global significance of World AIDS Day—and what happens when silence replaces solidarity.This episode is raw, heartfelt, and full of lessons about resilience, love, and the many ways families are formed.

Pack your bags and buckle up—this episode is all about the adventures (and misadventures) of traveling as LGBTQ+ parents. Jason and Nate kick things off with a quick recap of Episode 1, a few hilarious clean-ups, and Lizzy’s latest Christmas song obsession (spoiler: it involves a donkey and a hippopotamus).Then we dive into the big stuff:Traveling as LGBTQ+ and adoptive parents—from passports and paperwork to navigating spaces that aren’t always welcoming. Hear stories from Disney cruises, solo parenting weekends, and the dream of international travel.The Gay Agenda of the Week—why marriage equality is still under attack and what’s happening in Texas courts. Plus, a shoutout to Memphis Public Libraries for being a beacon of inclusion.Pride merch—the good, the bad, and the cringe-worthy. How much is too much?Finally, we wrap with a heartwarming segment on what Lizzy taught us this week—because parenting isn’t just about the big moments, it’s about the quiet ones by the firelight.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to juggle parenthood, advocacy, and a little chaos (with a lot of love), this episode is for you.Listen now and join the conversation: When is the right time to eat on Thanksgiving?UCLA Williams Insttitute:https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/Lambda Legalhttps://lambdalegal.org/Tommee Profitthttps://www.tommeeprofitt.com/birthofakinglive

In the premiere episode of 2 Day Gay Dads – Parenting with Pride in a World Still Catching Up, Jason and Nathan introduce themselves, their sassy five-year-old daughter Lizzy, and the beautiful chaos of queer family life. From Meijer meltdowns over sunglasses (spoiler: she got them) to bedtime battles and lunchbox showdowns, they dive into the real, ridiculous, and rewarding moments of parenting.They also get candid about the politics of playgrounds and paperwork—like why forms still ask for “Mother’s Name” and how book bans are hitting close to home. Plus, they dish on Full House rewatches, their love for Below Deck, and why Bluey desperately needs a gay uncle.Stick around for fake listener letters (yes, someone’s toddler thinks RuPaul is Santa), a sweet moment from Lizzy that made them melt, and a teaser for next week’s episode on queer family travel and Pride merch for kids.Come for the laughs, stay for the love, and join the community at 2gaydads.com. Because parenting is political, messy, and full of glitter—and we’re here for all of it.