Dad Mode Activated

In the final episode of the season, we hear from Chris Davidson, a lifestyle and fitness coach who helps dads over 40 to stay fit and healthy. Chris shares insights on the importance of making sustainable lifestyle changes — including sleep, nutrition, and exercise — emphasizes a slow and steady approach to fitness, and debunks myths about quick fixes. The episode is filled with practical advice f...

Former chef Christian Puglisi opens up about the joy of fatherhood, the challenge of raising kids while running Michelin-starred kitchens, and his recent decision to sell his restaurant empire to spend more time with his family. Now 43 with three sons — a 13-year-old from a previous relationship and two younger children (ages 3 years and 3 months) with his current wife — Christian discusses the di...

Danish entrepreneur Jens Martin Skibsted shares his unique experience of fatherhood, having had two children in his twenties — and two more in his forties. He discusses his life as a designer, the challenges and joys of becoming a father at different stages of life, the impact on his career, and the differences in parenting styles and expectations. Jens Martin also shares insights on the societal...

Former Noma head chef Matt Orlando delves deep into his late entry into fatherhood, its challenges, and the critical mindset shifts he underwent. Matt emphasizes the importance of compartmentalization, patience, and open dialogue, especially with his wife. He also reflects on how his professional rigor and pursuit of excellence have influenced his parenting style, acknowledging both the joys and p...

Writer and performer Adrian Mackinder discusses his journey into fatherhood in midlife. Hailing from the UK and now residing in Denmark, Adrian delves into the challenges and unexpected joys of parenting later in life. He shares his experience balancing his creative career in comedy with his responsibilities as a parent, adjusting to a new culture, and the impact of having older parents himself. T...

Jay Sukow discusses his journey into fatherhood at the age of 43 and how his expertise in improvisational comedy intersects with parenting. Jay speaks about the importance of improv's 'Yes, and' principle and how it applies to raising children. He also highlights the advantages of becoming a parent later in life, such as increased patience and wisdom, while addressing the physical c...

Dad Mode Activated explores the reality of becoming a father after the age of 40. With episodes released every fortnight, the podcast features conversations with late-blooming dads who are rewriting the playbook of modern parenthood. Expect real-life stories, honest advice and the occasional laugh about the unexpected perks of being dads who remember the ‘80s. For show notes and other resources, v...