In the latest DTO the guys discuss the importance of kindness, caring and service with kids and how it prepares them for true success while breaking down two popular articles on the subject. They also have fun with March madness with a social distancing twist, beating your kids in board games, secret snack drawers and a mascot quiz so MK can re-live his glory days. Ben drops Dropps, Parent tweets of the week, Waffles and Mochi, Leprechaun traps and much more!
In this food-errific episode the guys discuss the proven benefits of family dinners and the positive effects they can provide. Also they break down food-centric parent tweets, take a food quiz, and debate food opinions! Also MK takes the family to Yosemite's Firefall while CRX gets left in Reno? David Dobrik's $100,000 puzzle, adjusting the rear view mirror to yell at the kids, the dreaded pull over, the Spork...and so much more.
In this episode the guys talk about divisions of work and chores in the house and collectively figure out who maybe in hot water or just not using enough. Also they talk Mars landing, Wandavision and what it means to self-indulge in the current pandemic. Archery or Lavender scrub? Finally they touch on cord collecting, dishwashing and just how many pictures in your phone are considered too many? Parent tweets, Things that make us smile, teacher of the week and much more!
The gang is back together again! In this episode the guys optimistically talk about kids and the inauguration. They also have a more in depth look about parenting styles when it comes to empty promises and hollow threats and how each deals. Turning the ship they have a lot of laughs with parent tweets of the week, reminisce about encyclopedias and picture what opening a can of whoop a** might actually look like! Finally, we see if any of them are actually smarter than a 5th grader *spoiler alert* no. Shout outs, things that make them smile and a lot more happiness in this episode! Kick back and relax and learn how to Jedi mind trick your child into food you like. We heart you all!
In this episode the guys welcome Ben back from Europe and talk about how their all dealing with the insanity that was the start of 2021, especially with their families . Searching for that elusive silver lining and some levity, the guys talk New Year's non-resolutions, pizza challenges, Calliou cancellation, early life as paperboys and the nostalgic treasure book known as the TV Guide. The guys also share their podcast beverage of the week while tackling the tough issue of how they deal with the current news climate and their kids. Ever the optimists, they celebrate amazing people, share gratitude for frontline heroes and shine light on parent game changers out there in the sea of hope! Parent quiz, tweets of the week, and more.
In our last episode of the year we host our final chat on all things seasonal and 2020. They guys share Holiday and New Years memories, talk about the meaning of the Dad Time Out and share stories of their pandemic holiday pivots. MK and CRX both played Santa Claus?? Who knew? Front line worker appreciation, Parent tweets of the week, a Christmas Vacation quiz and so much more! We are so grateful to our listeners and the relationships we have built this year as well as with each other. Smile, laugh, relax and enjoy and we'll catch you on the flip side. 2021 ...Let's do this.
In between holidays, it actually feels like Groundhog's Day around here. The guys talk 30 Day Challenges, Black Friday, Cyber Everyday, Decoration traditions, Hallmark Movies, CRX's Planking app and the 90 Day Fiancé. Tweets of the week, a great article about cheering yourself and others up at the same time. Dad Jokes, Kid-preneurs and much more!
In the latest DTO show they guys breakdown Zooms-giving, show gratitude to all the teachers out there and fire up some teacher tweets of the week, a turkey-day quiz and all the other things we are grateful for including our families, our health and our amazing listeners and audience. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
In the latest DTO the guys leave October behind and keep the optimism ahead.They breakdown the fall, teaching kids about the election and much more. Parent tweets of the week, Would You Rather's, Dad Jokes and things that make them smile. Finally they ask themselves, are we really smarter than first graders?
In the Quarantine-O-Ween episode the guys break down all things Halloween, MK's least favorite holiday. Alternative trick-or-treating, quarantine costuming and tips from the Today Show and Pop Sugar are broken down for realitys sake, plus the top 10 worst Halloween candies are revealed. Finally, a question how would you fare in a scary movie? A Candy Quiz, Spooky Dad Jokes, Halloweeny-Tweets and more!
The guys talk about teaching kids gratitude, apple picking rituals, pandemic food shopping, and MK continues his disdain for Halloween. Meanwhile they pay tribute to the legend Eddie Van Halen and play the world's hottest gameshow...Pumpkin Spice Product or Not? Tweets of the week, Dad Jokes and more!
If you need a break from world insanity come join us for some real dad chat. The guys reunite after a summertime pandemerrific hiatus and break down parent overload, quarantine and distance travel. They discuss maintaining optimism and answer the ultimate would you rather questions. Dad jokes, Tik Tok talk, a hello to Ben & a brand new 3-2-1 go! Episode 20 here we go...
In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little April chatter, and then they'll discuss the parent’s funny tweets of the week about Spring. Then in this episode's Smart Articles by Smart People we go to the New York Times and PBS News Hour and discuss why a growing number of American men say they are in a ‘friendship recession and why is it so hard for men to make close friends. We'll talk about our own experiences and look at tips on reversing the trend both personally and in group settings. A very important topic. Reconnection, longevity, and reestablishing or starting new friendships are all in play. The guys will wrap back around and take a quick quiz on the season of spring and then finally wrap up with things that make them smile. www.dadtimeoutshow.com #Fatherhood #MaleLoneliness #Dad #Parenting #SelfHelp #Friends #MentalHealth
They're back! After a long NFL season combined with family craziness in all four of our camps, the guys hop back on the mic for a quick February recap before they move move on to parent’s funny tweets of the week. Then onto the Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE section with tonight's article from Gary Vaynerchuck titled "Four Parenting Ideas No-One is Talking About" and finally they wrap up with a surprisingly gross yet insightful quiz on cleaning, and then finally things that make them smile. We’re not parenting experts, but we listen to them, we interview them, we read what they have to say and then report back to you and ourselves to see how we’re doing. All articles, interviews and show notes are now available on www.dadtimeoutshow.com #Superbowl #Puppy #ValentinesDay #Parenting #Fatherhood and so much more.
In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little soup, a little day light savings time and MK's new birthday chair. Tweets of the week themed around New Years. Then on our Smart Articles by Smart People we discuss "The 5 Absolute Truths I’ve Learned in 10 Years as a Parenting Editor" from one of our favorite experts; Amy Joyce from Washington Post’s (On Parenting) in her last published article. Then we’ll break down some top 10 lists holiday movies and music…and finally they wrap up with a quick quiz from Krafty Lab on Holiday Movies and things that make them smile with a giant dose of year end gratitude. #OilOfOlay #Parenting #CozyEarth #NewYear #Birthday #Christmas #LastChristmas #ChristmasMusic #ChristmasMovies #Resolutions #ParentingTips #Gratitude #AmyJoyce
In the latest Dad Time Out Show the Dad's go international and bring in an incredibly special guest from the Nederlands...drumroll...Ben's Father-In-Law, Peter! The guys have a lot of fun discussing the holidays while recording through an audible backyard studios downpour. A little gratitude conversation about Cozy Earth and a fellow pod shout out and then on to tweets of the week all from one of the show’s favorite writers, Simon C. Holland! Onto Smart Articles by Smart People the dads will be discussing two articles called "5 Tips for Surviving the Holidays" and "7 Holiday Tips for Parents to Save Your Sanity" and they wrap up with a quick quiz from Krafty Lab about December and the holidays. Finally they'll wrap up with things that make them smile! #ChristmasTree #CrockPot #CozyEarth #Holidays #Gratitude #ParentingTips #Fatherhood #December #Weather #Downpour #ForYou #WrappingPaper #Traditions
Happy Thanksgiving! In the episode of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little autumn chatter, Halloween wrap up, Taylor Swift, Oprah's favorite things and more. Then they'll have their take on parent’s funny tweets of the week on family get togethers and Black Friday madness. Then the smart articles by smart people the dads will discuss a few articles from The Art Of Manliness focusing on the Scientific Importance of Family Traditions (Holiday and Non) plus a few suggestions for firing some new ones up just in time for the holidays and finally they wrap up with a quick quiz from Britanicca on Thanksgiving …and then finally things that make them smile...speaking of things that make us smile. Finally, we just cracked 2,100 followers on IG. Thank you! We are grateful for our listeners and each other. We are lucky. We are blessed. Yoga shorts, NFL Chatter, Oprah's Favorite Things and so much more.
In tonight's show the dad's will have some fun discussing the benefits of nostalgia and being nostalgic not only for your own sake but for your overall family health. Self esteem, dopamine hits, confidence and optimism and positive feelings of life to name a few. They'll also talk about activity ideas and win/ win bonding scenarios when they discuss an article from Time magazine called "6 Ways to Tap Into Nostalgia—and Why You Should". Then the dads will then take on a quiz about the 80s and 90’s where obviously you can play along at home for some huge prizes …kidding no prizes. They'll break down parent tweets about being raised Gen X and Gen Y and finish up with some gratitude and optimism with things that make them smile.
In this episode the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little Taylor Swift chatter, MK finally sees The Notebook, Barbie, Purple Toothpaste, Scent Diffusers, and other stuff…then they'll have their take on parent’s funny fall tweets and then in Smart Articles by Smart People the dads will discuss an article called "11 Ways Parents Build Resentment in Kids Without Realizing It" from The Huffington Post and finally check out some of the new words that were just introduced into Merriam Websters Dictionary 2023 and take a little quiz. Finally as always things that make them smile. #TaylorSwift #ParentingTips #RyanGosling #Fatherhood #PurpleToothpaste #CollegeFootball #Motherhood #QRCodes #ParentComedy #InfoTainment #ParentingPodcast
In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little carline chatter, a little Zach Bryan, Radio X, Weight Watchers, and catch up. Then they'll have their take on parent tweets of the week around healthy eating. In Smart Articles by SMART PEOPLE the dads will discuss an article called “Is homework good for kids?” Children and parents are often frustrated and some educators are calling for a re-think" and finally they wrap up with a quiz and see if they’re in fact smarter than a fifth grader and take an actual 5th grade quiz from Quiz Griz, a couple this or that’s and then finally things that make them smile! #ZachBryan #WeightWatchers #Homework #Diet #ParentTips #Fatherhood #Dad