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A companion podcast to the Dad La Soul Sessions interviews. An hour of fatherhood, funk and foolishness with Dan and Jim, exploring irreverent topics that help spark pub conversations, talking about wins and struggles, playing some top tunes and more.
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Dan and Jim talk about tribute acts, whether you're ever too old for fashion, how Jim got stuck on top of a mountain and how not to administer first aid. Plus, hear from Gareth Wall, an author who supports dads in his day job, on how to navigate parenting.
Dan and Jim return this week, talking about Valentine's Day in a long-term relationships, disasters from previous years, the dark side of icons, amazing gigs, cinema-based arguments, embracing the power of the word 'yes' and MORE!
Dan and Jim discuss an excellent Bob Dylan fact, how parents can make time for themselves, why you need to keep your identity after having kids, Noel Gallagher's feet, chance meetings with talented people, sea swimming and not ignoring the kids at swimming lessons.
Dan and Jim discuss a lack of sleep, a deluge of donations, the man whose son discovered a band, terrible stand-up comedy gigs, the man who won't be James Bond, sea swimming, assisted living and the animal you'd like to be. Plus funky tunes.
Dan and Jim discuss the #GiveMe5Dad campaign, going all Bob Geldof on you. Jim's been to the cinema for the first time in ages and Dan warns of the unexpected events that happen when you wear DLS merch.
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Jim is sailing the ship alone this week as Dan couldn't make it, so he brings in some special guests to cover. Kristian Coburn talks about Unmasking Masculinity, Paul Williams chats all things Movember and Thomas Westenholz offers expert relationship communication advice. Plus find out how Jim went locally viral and how he keeps his kids distracted on car journeys.
On today's episode:
We talk blagging backstage at Paul Weller gigs, the stress of car shopping and whether musicians like #ChappellRoan owe their fans anything
Plus, we dive deep into conker cheating strategies—yes, there’s a way—and ask why everyone doesn’t have a live band for house chores.
We also share laughs over roller derby pun names, tackling screen time battles with teens. discuss the challenge of growing potatoes and tomatoes together (tomatoes, anyone?), and have to watch an episode of Married at First Sight.
And if that’s not enough, there’s a heartwarming story about a group of men who’ve met every Thursday night for 56 years.
Couple therapist @ThomasWestenholz joins us to help break the cycle of those “same old” arguments with your partner (#MarriageTherapy).
On the music front, we’ve got James Brown’s “The Boss”, Chappell Roan’s “Hot To Go”, and Big Daddy Kane’s Tiny Desk Concert to keep things funky.
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Dan and Jim talk about pointless TV remakes, how to talk to homeless people with respect and why Missy Elliott makes everything better. There is discussion of Jim's hamstring injury, visiting high schools with your kids, dodgy doctors, people talking in the cinema and a whole lot more.
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Dan and Jim talk about the sheer terror of asking a girl out back in the day, the amazing TV show inspired by a trip to Sainsburys, the TikTok hack that actually works, what men need to know about menopause (it's more than you think) and how Magic Dave got his nickname. Eek. Plus funky tunes.
Dan and Jim talk about the sheer terror of asking a girl out back in the day, the amazing TV show inspired by a trip to Sainsburys, the TikTok hack that actually works, what men need to know about menopause (it's more than you think) and how Magic Dave got his nickname. Eek. Plus funky tunes.
This episode features a particularly shocking story about a beloved family pet in this week's episode, which also marks the show's debut on The Face Radio in Brooklyn. Also, why Dan and Jim are not going to see Oasis, what Fatboy Slim thought about Dad La Soul, the best pun tribute band names, 70s pyjamas and more.
Dan and Jim draw the winners of the DLS raffle and discuss the pole vaulter with the unfortunate disadvantage, summer holiday logistics and the role of grandparents, middle aged Olympians, BMX enthusiasm, the recent riots and how to talk to your kids about them, primary school bangers and unethical science lessons.
Dan and Jim talk about the weekend of wholesome family entertainment they both enjoyed, with only Dan's ripped shorts risking ruining the vibe. Plus, the dangers of DT at school, kids and the AI uberlords, finding yourself in your 40s, good customer service and Jimmy Hill's legacy.
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Dan and Jim discuss avoiding decorating and hard work in general, wearing dungarees as an adult, being fit into your 70s and 80s, naked rambling, how to complain to the CEO and win, the perils of camping, Renato's son's Italian restaurant and Paul Heaton's amazing collection.
Our friend, psychotherapist Noel McDermott joins us for a chat. Some of it insightful and interesting, some of it making fun of Dan and Jim. Win/win.
The three talk about dark songs for kids, why sports day lasts so long, parents evening speed dating, using humour to talk about mental health, David Bowie's parenting style, the resurgence of the egg and spoon race, parents' race injuries and more!
Find out more about Noel's work: https://www.mentalhealthworks.net/
Dan and Jim return for Father's Day week with chats about doing your partner's job, sleeping in the same bed as your kids, DIY nose clearing techniques on TikTok, glamping, driving for 7 hours with kids, the majesty of Race Across The World, getting scammed, offending your heroes and jangly indie.
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This week, Dan and Jim discuss why every other week is a school holiday, how not to announce an election, what it means to be a dad, son, employee, employer, partner and other roles, games to play in the car, watching a 75-year-old rock legend play for three hours in the rain, the rules of "no returns", Irish kids raving, smuggling orange squash, photosynthesis and more!
Dan and Jim talk big chat, why anyone felt the need to look up the real Martha from Baby Reindeer, the disgusting ways people dry their hands, how dull Sundays used to be (unless you were learning to drive and needed a free supermarket carpark), Highway to Heaven vs. Hart to Hart, eating as a nudist, old school toilet paper, kids watching other kids playing games on YouTube and a whole lot more.
Dan and Jim talk about Jim's storm-avoiding trip to Abu Dhabi and how his kids were both ill whilst he was away - not helping his dad guilt. They also discuss carrying your teenage nickname into your 50s, directory enquiries, what it means to be a man, TV recommendations including "This Town", talking toxic masculinity with pre-teens, going raving during the day and still needing a nana-nap, and a whole lot more.
Kristian Coburn is standing in for Dan this week. Kristian is a Dad La Soulie of many years, so he knows the score! He and Jim chat about the moment your kids start to be embarrassed by you, timing children to race to the shops, meeting new friends, Kristian's role at DLS for Mind West Sussex, whose side you were on in Britpop, meeting your heroes, playing in a pub with Damon Albarn, why it didn't happen if Strava didn't record it and the intricate tactics for bossing Channel 4's Hunted. Plus loads more.
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