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The Dad Edit

Andrew

16 episodes

1 week ago

Episode 18: Silent Nights and Sleep Struggles – Helping Kids (and Dads) Sleep Better Why won’t my baby sleep? What’s wrong with me if I can’t handle it? In this raw and real episode of The Dad Edit, we open up about the unfiltered reality of sleepless nights, newborn chaos, and what the war for rest really reveals about modern fatherhood. From pacing the hallway at 2AM to snapping at our partners out of sheer exhaustion, this episode is equal parts survival guide, confession booth, and brothe...

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Episode 18: Silent Nights and Sleep Struggles – Helping Kids (and Dads) Sleep Better Why won’t my baby sleep? What’s wrong with me if I can’t handle it? In this raw and real episode of The Dad Edit, we open up about the unfiltered reality of sleepless nights, newborn chaos, and what the war for rest really reveals about modern fatherhood. From pacing the hallway at 2AM to snapping at our partners out of sheer exhaustion, this episode is equal parts survival guide, confession booth, and brothe...

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Episodes (16/16)

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Episode 18: Silent Nights and Sleep Struggles – Helping Kids (and Dads) Sleep Better

Episode 18: Silent Nights and Sleep Struggles – Helping Kids (and Dads) Sleep Better Why won’t my baby sleep? What’s wrong with me if I can’t handle it? In this raw and real episode of The Dad Edit, we open up about the unfiltered reality of sleepless nights, newborn chaos, and what the war for rest really reveals about modern fatherhood. From pacing the hallway at 2AM to snapping at our partners out of sheer exhaustion, this episode is equal parts survival guide, confession booth, and brothe...

1 week ago

31 minutes

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Episode 17: The Year in Dad - Wins, Lessons & Letting Go

Episode 17: The Year in Dad - Wins, Lessons & Letting Go In this reflective year-end roundtable, The Dad Edit crew looks back at 2025 not with resolutions, but with honesty. From first-year fatherhood to raising young adults, we unpack the real lessons, silent struggles, and small victories that defined our year as dads, partners, and men. We get vulnerable about communication breakdowns, the pressure to control outcomes, the quiet toll of disconnection, and the moments that made us p...

2 weeks ago

39 minutes

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Episode 16: Faith, Therapy & Whiskey — What Gets You Through?

Episode 16: Faith, Therapy & Whiskey — What Gets You Through? Every dad has a toolkit, some passed down, some picked up in pain, some built on the fly. In this episode, we open up about the real things we reach for when life feels heavy: faith, therapy, boxing, whiskey, gaming, isolation, nature. No judgment, just honesty. We ask the hard question: What do you do when you feel like you're failing? Even harder what are you passing on to your kids without realizing it? Whether it’s prayer i...

3 weeks ago

42 minutes

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Episode 13: Fatherhood & Friendships - Why Dads Need Each Other Too

Episode 13: Fatherhood & Friendships - Why Dads Need Each Other Too In this episode, we dive into a topic too many of us ignore how friendships change (or fade) when we become dads, and why that matters for our families. We'll unpack: Why many dads lose touch with friends after kids arrive and the emotional cost of that driftWhat holds us back from reaching out when we feel alone, even though we’re surrounded by peopleHow our friendships model healthy connection for our kids becau...

1 month ago

35 minutes

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Episode 12: The Partner Episode - Supporting and Being Supported as Co-Parents

Episode 12: The Partner Episode - Supporting and Being Supported as Co-Parents Behind every present dad is often a partner in the trenches too someone co-navigating the chaos, the growth, the tiny victories, and the tough days. This episode is for them. In this raw and reflective conversation, the guys open up about the realities of partnership and co-parenting, the small ways support shows up, the weight of doing it alone, and the humility it takes to admit we don’t always get it rig...

1 month ago

54 minutes

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Episode 11: Dad Guilt vs. Dad Growth - What to Do with Your Inner Critic

Episode 11 | Dad Guilt vs. Dad Growth: What to Do with Your Inner Critic Every dad has that voice in his head the one that whispers “you’re not doing enough.” In this raw and honest episode, the guys break down the difference between healthy guilt that fuels growth and toxic shame that keeps us stuck. From burnout and self-talk to imposter syndrome and parenting through tough seasons, we unpack how fathers can quiet their inner critic and turn it into an ally. Andrew, Ryan, and Jeff share...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Episode 10: Dad Frights and Family Nights - What Halloween teaches us about showing up

Episode 10: Dad Frights and Family Nights - What Halloween teaches us about showing up Costumes, candy, chaos. Halloween is pure kid magic. But underneath the sugar highs and spooky nights are powerful lessons about fatherhood, flexibility, and creating core memories. In this episode of The Dad Edit, Andrew, Jeff, and Ryan dig into their childhood Halloween nostalgia and how those moments shape the way they now show up as dads. From DIY Dracula costumes and neighborhood candy hustles to l...

2 months ago

35 minutes

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Episode 9 – The Grateful Dad: Cultivating a Gratitude Practice at Home

Episode 9 – The Grateful Dad: Cultivating a Gratitude Practice at Home Gratitude isn’t just something we say... it’s something we live. In this conversation, we go beyond the Thanksgiving table and into the everyday moments that quietly shape our families. The “thank you” after doing the dishes. The smile you get walking through the door. The way your kid mirrors how you treat your partner. These aren’t small things they’re legacy in motion. We talk about how fatherhood has rewired our ...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Episode 8: The Fall Reset for Dads – Finishing the Year Strong

Episode 8: The Fall Reset for Dads – Finishing the Year Strong As summer fades and the holiday season looms, many dads fall into "survival mode," postponing goals until January. But what if Q4 isn’t a wind-down it's a wake-up? In this raw, motivating episode, the dads unpack the power of a Fall Reset mentally, emotionally, and physically. From ditching the "I'll start Monday" mindset to building micro-habits that actually stick, they explore how to reclaim momentum across fatherhood, fitn...

2 months ago

30 minutes

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Episode 7: The Comparison Trap — Judging Ourselves Against Other Dads

Episode 7: The Comparison Trap — Judging Ourselves Against Other Dads Ever find yourself scrolling, hearing someone’s story, and thinking, “Why am I not more? Doing more?” In this episode, we dig deep into the comparison trap that hits many dads comparing careers, homes, parenting styles, status and how it chips away at our confidence, connection, and self-worth. Join Ryan, Jeff, and Andy as they get raw and vulnerable about their own struggles with comparison. They talk about: Why we tend to...

3 months ago

26 minutes

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Episode 6: Fitness for Dads – Staying Strong, Healthy, and Present for Your Kids

Episode 6: Fitness for Dads – Staying Strong, Healthy, and Present for Your Kids This one’s for the dads in the trenches tired, busy, maybe feeling out of shape, but determined to show up stronger. In this episode, we dive into the chaos of fatherhood and the challenge of reclaiming your fitness, not for abs, but for energy, mobility, mental clarity, and longevity. From 5 a.m. runs to Friday night Muay Thai, and working out through back pain and dad guilt, we get real about what movement look...

3 months ago

44 minutes

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Episode 5: Family Traditions for Dads – Creating Meaningful Moments That Stick

Episode 5: Family Traditions for Dads – Creating Meaningful Moments That Stick What do grocery days, backyard barbecues, and Wonder Bread pizza nights have in common? In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, the dads dive deep into the small but mighty family rituals that shape childhoods and strengthen bonds. From nostalgic throwbacks to messy Christmas trees and s’mores-in-the-microwave movie nights, this conversation explores how simple, consistent moments can become lifelong emotional ...

3 months ago

37 minutes

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Episode 4: Digital Parenting for Dads – Managing Screen Time and Tech at Home

Episode 4: Digital Parenting for Dads – Managing Screen Time and Tech at Home Screens are everywhere, and managing them at home can feel like an endless battle. In this episode, we tackle the digital parenting dilemma facing today’s dads. From constant YouTube binges to Fortnite meltdowns, how do you set healthy tech boundaries without turning into the screen time police? We unpack the guilt, power struggles, and unrealistic expectations that come with raising kids in a tech-saturated world...

3 months ago

56 minutes

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Episode 1: Fatherhood for Modern Dads: Real Talk, Real Growth, Real Connection

Episode 1: Fatherhood Expectations vs. Reality — Real Talk from Three Dads at Every Stage In this premiere episode of The Dad Edit, Andrew, Jeff, and Ryan sit down to kick off a raw, honest, and funny exploration of modern fatherhood. From sleepless newborn nights to navigating teenagers and even grandparenthood, these three dads bring radically different experiences to the table — and they’re not holding back. Andrew, a brand-new dad, opens up about the terrifying joy of first-time fatherhoo...

3 months ago

26 minutes

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Episode 2: First-Time Fatherhood for Dads: Lessons, Regrets, and What We Wish We Knew

Episode 2: First-Time Fatherhood for Dads: Lessons, Regrets, and What We Wish We Knew First-time fatherhood is exciting — and brutal. In this episode, we share the real talk every new dad needs: the surprises, the mistakes, the emotional gut-punches, and the parenting lessons we wish someone had told us. Whether you’re an expecting dad or deep in the trenches of new fatherhood, you’ll hear honest stories about navigating sleep deprivation, supporting your partner, and handling the mental load...

3 months ago

48 minutes

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Episode 3: Work-Life Balance for Dads: How to Be Present at Home Without Falling Behind at Work

Episode 3: Work-Life Balance for Dads — How to Be Present at Home Without Falling Behind at Work Can you really be a hands-on dad without falling behind at work? In this episode, we tackle the work-life balance challenge facing modern fathers. We unpack the guilt, the pressure, and the myths — and share real-world strategies to help dads stay present at home and show up at work. From setting boundaries with your boss to managing dad burnout to navigating partnership stress, this is your no-BS...

3 months ago

40 minutes