Papa Don't Preach

Self-confidence and self-image are two different things. The dads talk about the body positivity movement, celebrating it while discussing some potential negatives. Sometimes our insecurities are skin deep, and some we cannot change. Making sure we teach our kids to see the beauty in themselves, and others will hopefully make this world a better place. Well, at least we think so. Bennet and Obi sh...

Kids are expensive and bad for the environment. And we were just talking about the clothes. The dads sit down together to run through some simple remedies that may help our future generation not have to deal with endless baby Adidas piling up at the dump. Stick around as the dads tip, their heart to the most influential women in their eyes. Happy Womans History Month.

2023! The dads are back in the season four premiere. Obi and Bennett go through their long hiatus and talk about upcoming plans for the future. They laugh, cry, and I roll over everything we've missed during their break. The Papa's quickly pivot to their extracurricular plans with their children and what they hope for in the new year. Stick around for Papa's pulpit, and more unsolicited advice fro...

In our finale episode, The dads (Obi and Bennet) reflect on the best and worst of 2022. With so much to be thankful for, there is a whole lot more we cannot wait to forget. From Dad moments, sports, pop, culture, politics, and a few seeds of gossip. The dads break it all down. We can't do this without all of your support. We love and thank you and hope you tune in for our next season. See you in F...

The weather outside is… inconsistent. The dads are back sharing stories of how they are preparing for the coming holiday season. Touching out on how the gifting season is affecting them, they talk about the worst gift they've ever received and building new traditions while remembering the old.    Dad's also cover this wacky week with some of the top stories and there unsolicited opinions. Finally...

Happy Holidays!!! The dads are back and out of the "post turkey day" food comma. Right back to it with another visit to Kanye's Corner, the dads also discuss if anyone else agrees that Elon Musk is a moron. Bennet and Obi say bye-bye to Black Friday and discuss the Christmas season prep. Did it already start? Are they prepared? Do you even care? Let's find out together in this week's episode.

With some much-needed rest, the dads, Obi & Bennet, are back debating over the forgotten month of November. Discussing how they're prepping for their next turkey day, traditions, favorite foods, etc.  The "uninformed dads" also return to give their opinions on the midterm elections, personal wins and losses, and assure each other that the world will not burn… Today. Lastly, stick around for Pa...

The gang is still here will a spooky and grumpy take on Halloween. In full costumes, the dads discuss their opposing views on the fright-tastic holiday. Stick around for the end as the dads do a taste test on Tootsie Rolls. That's right, all the flavors but the original. What could possibly go wrong?

Fat Dad Fall continues to roll as we gear up for Booootober. The Papas swing by Kanye's corner before budding heads on the pros and cons of October. Did you let strangers scare your kids? Is traumatizing children only reserved for parents? If your dying for a good time don’t be a basic witch and sink your teeth into this brand-new episode of Papa Don’t Preach!

“Clutter is the physical manifestation of unmade decisions fueled by procrastination.” —Christina Scalise. Have you ever had so much stuff that you had to get more stuff to store the stuff you didn't have room for? PDP hosts jump in to talk about how they walk a thin line between hoarding and just being "prepared." Do we all know the difference between art and trash? What's in your junk drawer?  F...

Catching up after an episode so hot it shut down the neighborhood, the Papas are back with an all-new episode. Giving love to everyone in Florida recovering from Hurricane Ian, the papas review Biden’s visit to the sunshine state and how in moments like this, politics don’t matter. From the NFL's continuing mishandling of players' health and safety to the rating system of movies these days. Bros b...

The Dads are falling back into a brand new episode of PDP. Papa B. kicks it off with a review of Vegas, its awesomeness, and its uniquely strange ability to bring abstract groups together. The dads jump into the Emmys, the legacy of the Royal family, and much more! Amusement Parks.  The good, the bad, the overpriced food, the drinks, and the souvenirs. Differences between experiencing parks with a...

It's voting season the Papas are talking about propositions. Spoiler alert our opinions are wild! This week we have a brand new dad with us, and we are talking about everything we can and then some. Welcoming a new voice, shiek of shit talking, the hero of haterade, Brennon "The Problem" Edwards!!  We hop into a deep discussion of the propositions up for a vote in California as we dissect what the...

This week it’s a celebration bitches.  The Papas reflect on what they have learned from the first 50 episodes of the podcast, from starting with zoom calls to building their own studio! We talk about how far we’ve come and the journey ahead. Then we "toon" up and discuss the cornerstone of any kid's life, cartoons. What influenced our childhoods, the ritual of Saturday morning cartoons, after-scho...

This week the papas are talking emergency prep and safety. Leading off with our own personal experiences with natural disasters and the effect they have had on us as adults and parents. After discussing our preferred natural disaster, we then pivot to what you need to be prepared, how to prepare, and how unprepared most people actually are. We then shake it up with a brand new “in other words” tha...

I'm expressing with my full capabilities, And now I'm living in correctional facilities, Cause some don't agree with how I do this, I get straight and meditate like a Buddhist - NWA We get emotionally intelligent as the conversation turns toward how to help our kids be aware of their feelings and how to manage them. Young children are just starting the grasp how to express their true feelings. Whe...

And in this Corner... The dads of Papa Don't Preach! Today's episode explores the benefits of roughhousing. Fake wrestling, indoor dodgeball, knee football, and the list goes on. There are many benefits to roughhousing with your children both for the parents and the kids. We are going to hear some stories of how Obi and Bennett wrestled with their siblings and in some instances their own parents....

Back again with more content for your ear! We all have our friends group, some from our childhood and some from everyday activities or even work. Wherever these friends stem from we all have our "tribes" that we run with. The Papas talk about the importance of keeping your friends close and your enemies far far away. They share stories of how their parents noticed the bad apples from a mile away,...

Back with a review of the worst roommates ever the dads get real about the worst part of the best things to ever happen to them. That’s right from late-night tantrums to record-breaking blowouts, we’re getting down and dirty with the worst parts of being a parent. Plus we got a brand new “In other words” where we discover just how fun and colorful the English language is. The Papas close out the P...

Having a potty mouth is one thing, having a potty mouth in front of your kids is another. We have all been there, even though we don't want to admit swearing in front of our kids and immediately gaslighting them after they acknowledge what they heard or repeat what we have said. WE HAVE ALL BEEN THERE. Is it bad to swear in front of your children? Are there certain swear words that are OK and some...

This week like most of the earth we are trying our best to beat the heat, so the Papas are talking summer. From their favorite childhood misadventures to summer jobs, to their favorite ways to cool off we are embracing the long hot days and warm nights with their best summertime memories. We also talk about the importance of getting the kids out of the house and creating summertime memories.  What...

This week the Papas are lit up like fireworks As we talk about Independence Day celebrations. From kids' reactions to fireworks and dune buggies on the beach we’re celebrating America y'all while also getting into some serious convo about how to deal with one of America’s biggest problems. Then we crack open some cans of WTF as our dads do the dew and give some new flavors a whirl in a hilariously...

It’s been a long time and the Papas are back with a dope conversation for you to step to. We introduce a new voice to the podcast and learn about a whole other aspect of parenthood. Catching up with current news we quickly get into what maybe the most important conversation happening right now.  Women’s rights to body autonomy. The Papas share their personal opinions and experiences as well as how...

Shining like the lights at a Diwali festival the Papas are back with another stacked episode. Talking about everything from the evolution of their auditory preferences while driving, to the problem with daylight saving time. As well as concert safety and a review of the original Ghostbusters movie ahead of the new Ghostbusters movie premiere. We jump into our main subject where we discuss exhausti...

Kicking off with a review of New Orleans and an epic comedy show. The Papas recap the week talking about the best drunk food craving, trick or treating routes, and after Halloween candy avoidance strategies. Celebrating the Astros loss and the lack of punishment for cheating we also get a bonus review of Dune all before we get into some self-reflection as the Papas talk about bad habits that they...