Father Material

Clayton Fletcher is a standup comedian who has performed all over the world, but his favorite routine of all is his bedtime routine with his daughter. Clayton discusses juggling comedy, parenthood, professional poker and his new book published by HarperCollins, The ROI of LOL available now.Episode Breakdown:3:23 - Getting into Entertainment5:48 - Where He Was In His Career When He Became a Dad7:50 - How Fatherhood Impacted His Perspective and Approach11:33 - The ROI of LOL 16:45 - How Being a Comedian Helps Transition to Parenthood 19:20 - On Being a Professional Poker Player 24:05 - DadLibs26:25 - Rapid Father QuestionsFollow Clayton:@claytoncomic: https://www.instagram.com/claytoncomic/@claytoncomic: https://twitter.com/claytoncomicThe ROI of LOL: https://roilol.com/

Joel Willis is the former Editor in Chief of the popular social media parenting brand, The Dad and co-author of the recently released book, Dad Law. He's also a loving father of two who enjoys working from home and is looking forward to dressing up and attending the next Taylor Swift concert with his daughter. Episode Breakdown: 1:46 - Little Bites6:05 - Getting Into What Your Kids Are Into 7:40 - Early Career At GE 9:56 - Launching of The Dad 11:42 - Work/Life Balance14:00 - Creating Dad Content 15:47- Assembling A Creative Team18:32 - The Dad's Growth 23:25 - Dad Law 26:40 - Dad Libs30:50 - Rapid Father Questions 37:00 - Dad Advice Follow Joel on Social:@thejoelwillis@TheJoelWillishttps://www.tiktok.com/@thejoelwillisFather Material Website @father_material on IG @father_material on Twitter

Eli Lebowicz is a stand up comedian and most importantly a loving father of two. After balancing fatherhood, comedy and a full-time day job, Eli has announced he's diving full time into comedy (and still being a Dad). Episode Breakdown:1:47 - Going Into Stand Up Full Time2:44 - Balancing Parenting With Stand Up 6:15 - On Keeping Kosher 9:42 - How Being A Dad Influences His Comedy15:20 - Balancing Parenthood With Finding Time To Be Creative 20:25 - Different Jewish Experiences 23:45 - Family Planning 31:35 - Funny Things His Kids Say To Him 34:33- Would You Rather? [Rapid Father Questions] 40:25- What Ages Are The Easiest/Toughest With Toddlers 46:50 - What Gives Him The Most Pride in Being a Dad Follow Eli on social media: @EliLebowicz: https://twitter.com/EliLebowicz@elicomedyagram: https://www.instagram.com/elicomedyagram/?hl=enFor bookings and upcoming shows: http://www.elicomedy.com/Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Joe Caporoso is the President of sports and entertainment media company Team Whistle and founder of Turn on the Jets, where he hosts the Badlands Patreon podcast. But most importantly, Joe is a father of two boys who tries to keep the cursing to a minimum when watching the Jets with his kids and prefers changing diapers over assembling toys.Episode Breakdown2:14 - Getting Extra Time at Home During the Pandemic3:41 - Working From Home vs The Office 5:29 - Turn On The Jets + Becoming A Jets Fan 8:32 - Coaching His Kids Teams10:40 - Working at Whistle 12:05 - How He Initially Adjusted To Becoming a Dad 14:14 - How Becoming A Dad Changes Your Perspective On Everything 16:48 - Perspective On Hiring Parents 19:15 - Balancing Work Mode and Dad Mode When WFH20:52 - Being Mindful of What My Kids Watch23:00 - Rapid Father QuestionsFollow Joe on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/JCaporosoTurn On The Jets Presents: Badlandshttps://www.patreon.com/BadlandsTOJTeam Whistle https://teamwhistle.com/Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Phil Ranta is a digital media veteran who has held leadership roles at companies such as Super Deluxe, Fullscreen, Studio 71, Facebook and now We Are Verified where he’s the COO focused on all things web3 and creator economy. But most importantly, he's a father of two, who believes that time spent with your kids makes you a better leader and that every parent could benefit from improv or comedy training.Episode Breakdown:3:05 - Navigating Young Kids with Young Startups 5:00 - How His Kids Were Impacted By The Pandemic 9:52 - Where He Was In His Career When He First Became a Dad 11:41 - How Becoming A Dad Impacts Your Approach To Content15:15 - How Disney Movies Can Be Difficult To Watch With Your Kids 18:08 - How Spending More time With Your Kids Makes you A Better Leader 21:20 - How Having a Background in Comedy is Beneficial As a Parent 26:06 - How Fathers Are More Present In Their Kids Lives Today 27:40 - How Dad-Content Has Become Cool29:05 - Rapid Father Questions 31:45 - Is Bluey the Best Show for Dads? 37:25 - Defining Dad Energy and Dad Funny Follow Phil on twitter @PhilRanta for more insight on media and fatherhood:https://twitter.com/PhilRantaOfficial Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Brad Haugen is a media connoisseur whose past stops included SB Projects and the online media company ATTN (founder). He's currently the president of Westbrook Media, Will and Jada Smith's Media company. But most importantly, Brad is a very proud father of two and feels there's nothing in his life that is more important than helping them become the best versions of themselves for the world. Episode Breakdown:2:00 - Having Kids So Close In Age 5:58 - Working for Scooter Braun When First Becoming a Dad11:00 - How Being A Dad Impacts His Approach To Content 14:30 - Balancing Work And Fatherhood 16:40 - Working at Westbrook Media 18:48 - Pitching Creative Ideas To Your Kids19:40 - Rapid Father Questions 24:30 - What Gives Him The Most Pride In Being A Father Follow Brad @bradHaugen on social and see their latest work @westbrook Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Robert King is a writer/comedian whose work has been seen on The Dad, The Chase on ABC and Up Early Tonight on Hulu. He just recently released a memoir "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood"  available exclusively in ebook and audiobook on Scribd. But most importantly, Robert is a loving father of two, who like many of us, is always striving to do better as he looks to balance his creative endeavors with still being a present father. Episode Breakdown:2:00 - Parent's Night Out5:25 - Hardest Age of Parenting 10:05 - Working at The Dad13:00- The Creative Process18:15 - Balancing Work with Kids 21:10 - Working From Home25:54 - Writing 'No One Here Is Like Me'  30:15 - The Real Lowdown No One Tells Expecting Parents36:40 - Rapid Father Questions You can follow Robert on Instagram @RobKingOfficial Check out the book "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood" exclusively on Scribd: https://www.scribd.com/book/592829696/No-One-Here-Is-Like-Me-Race-Family-and-FatherhoodSponsor:Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Corey Rodrigues is a comedian and actor whose work has been seen on Conan, TrueTV, EPIX and Prime Video. But most importantly, Corey is a family man. He's a loving father of two boys and even created a Zoom series Corey's Stories where he and one of his son's would tell stories and jokes while interacting with other kids on Zoom. Corey discusses everything from how he actively made the decision to pursue both comedy and having kids to some of his least favorite parts of parenting which include occasional awkward situations and frustration in the bathroom. Episode Breakdown: 2:25 - Where I Was In My Career When I Became A Dad5:40 - Balancing Both a Comedy Career and Having Kids 9:05 - The Impact Fatherhood Has Had On My Material 13:25 - Frustration of Dealing With Sick Kids 16:00 - What "Stinks" About Being A Parent The Most... 21:08 - The Dad Voice and The Look 24:30 - How We Treat Our Kids Differently Today 27:30 - Corey's Stories 31:28 - Dealing With Other Parents On The Playground 34:00 - How We Make Up Excuses When Our Kids Aren't Friendly 37:58 - Salesman 40:00 Rapid Father Questions You can follow Corey on Instagram @coreyrods and head to his website CoreyRodrigues.com for info on all upcoming shows. Watch Salesman streaming on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Salesmen-Corey-Rodrigues/dp/B09Q3LXHBTSponsor:Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code: FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Jeff Marek is a TV personality, radio host and Sportsnet insider who is a master of all things broadcasting and hockey. But most importantly, Jeff’s a Dad of three, and a hockey dad of course! Jeff talks about what it’s like watching his kids play and his philosophy on coaching kids as well as the important role that adoption has played in his life. Working 7 days a week, Jeff is constantly balancing his creative work life and his family life. Episode Breakdown: 1:50 - Coming Up With Kids Names 5:50 - Watching Your Kids Play Sports 8:45 - How Hockey Coaches Should Approach Kids 10:50 - Remembering His Kids First Days On The Rink 12:34 - The Role Adoption Has Played in His Life 21:10 - Balancing Work with Family 27:20 - Rapid Father Questions You can follow Jeff on twitter @JeffMarek and Instagram @jeffmarekhockey. Listen to Jeff:https://www.sportsnet.ca/590/jeff-marek-show/https://podcast.sportsnet.ca/32-thoughts/Sponsor:Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Jonathan Shapiro is a creative and entrepreneur who has worked in the music industry as a producer/rapper, the fashion industry as the founder of the boutique clothing chain Mixology, and now in the CBD industry as the founder and CEO of Mindset Wellness. Most importantly, he's a loving father of 3 kids. Jonathan talks a lot about his feelings of pride towards his kids and their childhood vs his own troubled childhood, as well as the chronic anxiety he’s suffered throughout his life which has led him to his latest creative venture. You can follow Jonathan on all social media @Jonsaintshapiro and Follow Mindset Wellness @Mindsetwellnesscbd and https://www.mindsetwellness.com/Episode Breakdown:2:32-  What It's Like Having Kids In College When He Never Went 5:47 - Getting His Start In The Music Business 8:15 - Changing Industries After His Wife Was Pregnant 9:35 - Getting Into The Retail Space 11:34 - Launching Mixology after the Recession 15:55 - Dealing With Chronic Anxiety Throughout His Life 18:00 - How Anxiety Relates To Parenting 19:20 - On First Trying CBD 23:15 -Launching Mindset Wellness During The Pandemic 26:35-  How Their Kids View Their Parents in the CBD Business 28:30 - Talk To Me vs Talk To Your Father  29:48 - Rapid Father Questions Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Dan Grunfeld is a former professional basketball player and author of the book By The Grace of the Game: The Holocaust, a Basketball Legacy, and an Unprecedented American Dream. Dan is the son of Ernie Grunfeld, former NBA basketball player and General Manger, 2x olympic gold medalist and the only known NBA player who is the direct descendant of Holocaust Survivors. Dan is also the father of a three-year old boy and another boy on the way, continuing his family's legacy they built in the US since his grandparents immigrated from Romania to New York City after the war, when his father was eight. The book tells the story of his family's journey from those who were lost and those who survived the Holocaust, to the life that basketball helped his family build in America. The book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Game-Holocaust-Basketball-Unprecedented/dp/1629379220You can follow Dan on Twitter @Dan_Grunfeld Episode Breakdown: 2:05 - Why It's An Important Time For A Book Like This 3:50 - What Early Dad Life Was Like 8:02 - Growing Up With His Dad Being The GM of the Knicks12:15 - How his Dad Shaped The Way He Approaches Fatherhood 16:49 - When He First Began Writing The Book 19:00 - Approaching His Creative Process Like He approached His Basketball Career 23:48 - Knowing His Kids Can One Day Read The Book 25:52- How Comedian Buddy Hackett Played His Family Smuggle US Dollars Out of Romania31:30 - When His Dad First Started To Play Basketball At The Age of 10 35:38 - What's Next In His Career37:00 - The Help of the Organization HIAS 41:54 - Rapid Father Questions 48:20 - What He Wants His Family Legacy To Be Sponsor:Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Rich Hollenberg is an Emmy-Award Winning Sportscaster covering college basketball play by play on ESPN and the in-studio host for the Tampa Bay Rays. Most importantly, he’s a loving father of 3, of which his eldest is a senior in High School, getting ready to head off to college. We discuss everything from dealing with missing family events when he's on the road, the importance of summer camp on a young kid's life and how he knew he wanted to go to Syracuse to be a sportscaster since he was 13 years old. You can follow Rich on twitter @RichOnSports or Instagram at @richholl to follow his exciting career in Sports. Episode Breakdown: 1:55 - Syracuse Alumni 3:20 - His First Son Going Off To College 6:28 - Dealing With Having To Miss Events For Work 9:11 - Missing His Son's Birthday for a Springsteen Concert 13:15 - Emceeing His Sister's Bat Mitzvah 14:35 - Knowing He Wanted To Go To Syracuse 15:28 - The Impact Of Summer Camp 19:00 - How He Met His Wife On An Audition And Wanting To Be A Young Parent 23:45 - Running A Sportscasting Coaching Company  27:30 - Dad Libs29:50 - Rapid Father Questions 34:50 - Teaching His Kids The Ability To Communicate Through The Written Word Sponsor:Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Patrick Courtney is the SVP, Head of Digital at Fuse Media. He’s also a father of two who has a finger on the pulse of all things digital and emerging platforms and is passionate about creating content for his children that displays more representation than he consumed in his childhood. We discuss how the future of apps can impact our kids, what the future of digital technology might look like and why Disney movies seem to always kill off the parents! You can follow Patrick for more insight at @Patrickcourtney on twitter and Instagram. Episode Breakdown: 2:45 - Working At Above Average 4:55 - Becoming A Dad 7:32- Why It Was Important For Him to Join Fuse as a Parent 11:25 - Policy on Screen Time 16:10 - Watching Movies With His Kids 17:05 - Why Disney Movies Always Seem To Kill off the Parents?  19:25 - How the Future of Social Media and Apps Might impact our Kids 28:23 - Dad Libs 30:10 - Rapid Father Questions Sponsors: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Lalo is a modern baby and toddler brand  that puts the same exacting care into every product and experience as parents do into raising a little one. All products are made from completely high quality, non-toxic materials and are sleek, easy to clean and are designed to stay in the family for a while. Go to meetlalo.com to see for yourself and use promo code FATHERMATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your order.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Mike Wright also known as The Fantasy Hitman, is one of the co-hosts of the Fantasy Footballers Podcast and the Spitballers Podcast. He’s also a father of 3, a master of Dad Jokes, and every football Sunday he gets to spend his day at the office watching football, typically accompanied by his son. Mike discusses how he and his co-hosts Andy and Jason initially launched The Fantasy Footballers and the risks they took with it, as well as his relationship with his kids and how his job and passion for music have played a role in how they connect. We also introduce a new game, Would Your Rather: Father Edition which has Mike weighing in on some really tough fatherhood decisions. You can follow Mike on Twitter and Instagram @FFHitman or check out both podcasts The Fantasy Footballers and The Spitballers. Episode Breakdown: 4:00 - On His Son Playing Fantasy Football 6:10 - How The Podcast Initially Formed 8:52- His  Sunday Routine 10:48 - On His Father Being A Pastor 12:40 -  If His Family Listens To The Podcasts 14:44 - Taking The Risk of Going For It 16:52 - Chasing Down Ad Revenue 18:55 - Career in Music or History with music/audio  22:05 - Would You Rather: Father Edition - Would you rather one of your kids wakes up in the middle of the night once a week crying because they wet the bed, or you wake up one night a month crying because you wet the bed? -Would you rather have a toddler who speaks like Gilbert Gottfried until the age of 7 or a teenager who speaks like Elmo when they go through puberty? - Would you rather have a kid who poops in diapers until he/she’s 10 or a toddler who insists on pooping at a gas station every time you go out? - Would you rather have a kid who wakes you up 5x a night crying or spend one Sunday football a month watching Frozen on repeat with your kids- Would you rather your son grow up to be the worst NFL player of all time or the worst NFL coach of all time? -Would you rather your kid score the game winning goal in his/her flag football championship or the Cardinals win the Super Bowl? 31:38 - Dad Libs 33: 33 - Rapid Father Questions 35:10 - Favorite Dad Joke 37:15 - Closing Words of Wisdom Sponsors: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Lalo is a modern baby and toddler brand  that puts the same exacting care into every product and experience as parents do into raising a little one. All products are made from completely high quality, non-toxic materials and are sleek, easy to clean and are designed to stay in the family for a while. Go to meetlalo.com to see for yourself and use promo code FATHERMATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your order.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Jimmy Failia is a stand up comedian, author and host of Fox across America with Jimmy Failla. Jimmy is also the father of a teenage son who has recently reawoken his Madden skills, leading to a father-son rivalry that Jimmy "embarrassingly" dominates. Jimmy discusses his early career of balancing his stand up with being a NYC Cab driver and how throwing a baby into the mix really made him apply himself for the first time in his life. He tells stories from bringing his 2 year old on stage when he didn't have a sitter to mastering the skill of silently sneaking into your kids room. You can follow Jimmy @jimmyfailla on Twitter and Instagram and listen to him weekdays from 12-3 on Fox News Radio. Episode Breakdown: 2:43 - Bringing His 2-Year-Old Son On Stage   4:30 - Becoming A Dad, Driving A Cab And Performing 9:30 - Getting Up First Thing In The AM to Write 12:10 - How To Master Silently Sneaking Into Your Kid's Room13:25 - Impact of Having A Kid On His Material 15: 48 - On Playing His Son in Madden 17:30 - Bringing His Son On The Road With Him20:00 - Kids Today No Way More About News Than We Ever Did 25:40 - Dad LIBS 27:20  - Rapid Father Questions Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Doug Ellin is a writer and producer known for creating the hit HBO series Entourage as well as host of Victory the Podcast and Hollywood Wayz. Doug is also the father of two who had the unique experience of working on set with his kids as they both did acting stints on Entourage. Doug reflects on what it was like to have his first child born just the week before 9/11 and how that influenced his outlook on life and his career. He constantly finds inspiration from his kids and his life that he uses in his writing and is excited about his latest project, an Independent Film he's filming in 2022. You can follow Doug on Instagram or twitter @MrDougellin as well as follow and listen to Victory The Podcast and Hollywood Wayz. 2:47 - Getting Into The Industry 4:30 - Becoming A Dad Post 9/11    11:50 - His Kids Acting On Entourage 14:50 - How Being A Dad Impacts His Writing 18:26 - Victory The Podcast 25:16 - New Indie Film Project28:47 - Dad LIBS 30:40 - Rapid Father Questions Sponsors: Lalo is a modern baby and toddler brand  that puts the same exacting care into every product and experience as parents do into raising a little one. All products are made from completely high quality, non-toxic materials and are sleek, easy to clean and are designed to stay in the family for a while. Go to meetlalo.com to see for yourself and use promo code FATHERMATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your order.Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

Benjamin Grubbs is an industry veteran with 20+years experience in online video and the creator economy. He’s held leadership positions at Turner Broadcasting, eBay, Yahoo and most recently YouTube where he was the Global Head of Top Creator Partnerships and a founding member of YouTube Kids. Since his time at Google, he's founded Next 10 Ventures, a venture group solely focused on the creator economy and most recently this year co-founded Creator+ where he’s building a studio and a streaming service to give big-name creators a platform for feature films. Benjamin learns a ton about online video consumption and emerging platforms from observing his kids and how they interact with new media. As a father of 3 of which his youngest is currently seven, he's excited to have at least another decade of watching the evolution of his kid's consumption habits in his household. You can follow Benjamin on LinkedIn, Twitter (@bjgrubbs) and subscribe to his at benjamingrubbs.substack.com to learn all things on the creator economy. (2:00) - How Dad Life Has Changed Since The Pandemic (6:25) - Working In Hong Kong When First Becoming A Dad (9:55) - Observing Kids Consumption Habits For Work Insight (14:45) - Turning Fruit Ninja into an Animated Series (15:58) - TikTok with The Kids (18:28) - How Being a Father Has Been Helpful in Creative Endeavors (19:38) - Are Their Benefits to Creators being Fathers? (22:13) - Kids Education in Asia and the Creation of YouTube Kids (25:00) - Dad Libs (26:10) - Rapid Father Questions Fathermaterial.comThis episode is sponsored by one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US, Mindset Wellness. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code: FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.

Dave Nemetz is the founder of digital publications Bleacher Report and Inverse, both of which have been acquired. He's also a father to two kids he adores more than anything and got to spend way more time with during the pandemic than he might have bargained for. He even drove across the country with his family twice, though he admits his kids' nap time and modified screen time (on approved apps) are definitely sacred and very much needed. You can follow Dave on Twitter @davenemetz or read his essays and subscribe at davenemetz.con. (01:42) - Pandemic Dad Life (4:28) - View on Screen Time(8:19) - Driving Cross Country with the Kids (10:17 ) - Launching A Company as a Dad vs Launching Before Kids(16:32) - Defining A Purpose When Starting A Project (21:42) - Creating Through The Lens of Being a Dad (24:38 ) - Playing A Game of Dad Libs(26:05) - Rapid Father Questions(28:42) - Everything is a Temporary Phase This episode is sponsored by Lalo, which is an acronym for Love All Little Ones.  Lalo is a modern baby and toddler brand  that puts the same exacting care into every product and experience as parents do into raising a little one. All products are made from completely high quality, non-toxic materials and are sleek, easy to clean and are designed to stay in the family for a while. Go to meetlalo.com to see for yourself and use promo code FATHERMATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your order.Fathermaterial.com

Ryan Harwood is the CEO of Gallery Media Group and father of two. He entered the creative space as the founder and CEO of digital lifestyle publication PureWow which was acquired by Gary Vaynerchuk's RSE Ventures in 2017, forming GMG. That same year he also had his first child, adding the title of "Dad" to the already many hats he was wearing. As a creative an entrepreneur and most importantly, a father, Ryan feels that work-life balance is nothing more than a myth. You can follow him on Instagram @Ryanharwood and or follow @GalleryMediaGroup to consume the content his brands @ONE37PM and @Purewow are creating. (01:37) - Defining the Creative Process(06:35) - Working From Home During Covid (07:57) - Creatives vs Entrepreneurs (09:27) - Handling Selling the Company and Having First Baby(13:38) - Life Post Acquisition (15:54) - Working In Media And Monitoring What Kids Watch (18:45) - Playing A Game of Dad Libs(20:00) - Rapid Father Questions(23:30) - Work - Life Balance is a MythThis episode is sponsored by one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US, Mindset Wellness. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.

Casey Stern is a national TV/Radio broadcaster who has covered everything in sports from the World Series, to the NBA Finals to the NCAA Tournament. But his biggest victory in life is being the loving father of 3 adorable children who have had to overcome some pretty challenging obstacles and family trauma the past couple of years. If you want to learn more about how to contribute to Casey's organization Operation Exhale or follow Casey's career, follow @CaseyStern on Twitter or Instagram. (02:15) - Creative Process(06:55) - Making Time For Yourself (11:15) - First Becoming A Dad (15:00) - Balancing Both Worlds(22:00) - Gaining Perspective (26:00) - Dealing With Family Trauma (31:05) - Operation Exhale (35:20) - Playing A Game of Dad Libs(36:58) - Rapid Father QuestionsFathermaterial.comThis episode is sponsored by Lalo, which is an acronym for Love All Little Ones. Lalo is a modern baby and toddler brand that puts the same exacting care into every product and experience as parents do into raising a little one. All products are made from completely high quality, non-toxic materials and are sleek, easy to clean and are designed to stay in the family for a while. Go to meetlalo.com to see for yourself and use promo code FATHERMATERIAL at checkout to get 10% off your order.