Instructions Not Included

Instructions Not Included

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Instructions Not Included will explore the various worries, stories, fears, and milestones that come with being a dad. It will delve into the challenges and joys of fatherhood and how it can impact a man's mental health. We will cover topics such as the pressure to provide for and protect one's family, the difficulties of balancing work and family life, and the emotional ups and downs of parenthood. The podcast will also discuss the importance of self-care and seeking support in order to maintain good mental health as a father. Instagram: @Alaska_Dad_Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_

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Instructions Not Included

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Latest episode

Oct 24, 2025

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Episodes

Father & Son EP 2: The Word "Poop" 24.10.2025

WE FOUND TIME FOR ANOTHER ONE! Uh this is absolutely a super constructive episode diving into a typical father & son conversation.

Father & Son EP 1: "Yeah, I Don't Know, Yeah" 29.08.2025

We're BACK! New series called "Father & Son"! A weekly (hopefully) inside look on fatherhood with a five year old.

On-The-Go Ep#6: December Already!? 03.12.2024

I can’t believe it’s December already! Here’s another update as we get closer to starting long-form episodes! I am currently looking for guests so please message me or DM me or comment if you are interested. X: @ak_ian_ Twitch: smalltownfamousttv TikTok: @ak_ian_

On-The-Go Ep#5: Trick or Treat/Reaction Control 02.11.2024

Sorry I missed all of October! Here’s another quickie going over our trick or treat night as well as remembering to control how you react towards your kid in certain situations. X: @ak_ian_ Twitch: smalltownfamousttv

On-The-Go Ep#4: Hitting In School & Mario Kart 28.09.2024

I address the issues we are having with keeping our hands to ourselves while in school as well as jumping into the gaming world. X: @ak_ian_

On-The-Go Ep#3: Vacation Wasn’t Long Enough 17.09.2024

Quick episode going over our recent vacation to Florida, some potential future plans, and a slight mention into dealing with a frustrating four-year-old which will be a long form future episode.

On-The-Go Ep#2: Roughhousing & It’s Benefits 26.08.2024

I talk a little about the benefits of roughhousing with your son and its benefits that may go a long way! X: @SmallTownfms

On-The-Go Ep#1: Preschool & Updates! 20.08.2024

The first “on the go” podcast episode. I’ll be doing these quick little shows often as well as long form crafted shows when able. Please like and share the podcast! I appreciate all of you. Keep at it 🤙🏽

Bonus EP-S2: Atlas Shrugged 13.01.2024

My son makes his debut into the podcasting world!

Ep 9-S2: Happy New Year! 10.01.2024

Happy new year! I give more updates, some of my goals for 2024, and a few recent challenges with raising a threenager. X: @SmallTownfms IG: @Alaska_Dad_

Ep 8-S2: So Many Monsters In My Room At Night... 06.12.2023

Zombies biting fingers, zombie sharks, the wind, and vivid dreams. I go over a few stories of what my son has been seeing/dreaming about lately and how I dispatch said zombies. X: @SmallTownfms IG: @Alaska_Dad_

Ep 7-S2: Croup, Flu, & the Sh!t Machine 06.11.2023

My son got hit with croup cough and influenza A at the same time, life updates and a rotating sh!t machine. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @SmallTownfms

Ep 6-S2: Fantastic Shows and Where to Find Them! 11.10.2023

I start off with a quick shopping/dad rant and then dive into some streaming platforms we use for our kid, the kind of shows I recommend and the kind of shows I suggest avoiding. You do you though.... IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @SmallTownfms Discord: https://discord.gg/gyxh4djk

Ep 5-S2: "Where's the white kid?"...The Things Kids Say PT 1 05.10.2023

A quickie for you all, as I'm a busy parent like yourselves! I wanted to throw down some stuff my child has said over the last year which is forever burned in my memory. I also hint on some stuff they can say which I have to remind myself not to take it personally...which is a foreshadow for PT2. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @SmallTownfms Discord: https://discord.gg/me6V5N39

Ep 4-S2: Potty Training, Moose Meat, Halloween...Oh My 03.10.2023

We took the dive and started potty training! I go over how it went, how its going, and the monster turd my son created. Also discuss having a freezer full of moose meat and the fact that we've had Halloween decorations up since Sept 1st. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @smalltownfms

Ep 3-S2: I Broke My Face & Now I'm Half Terminator 28.09.2023

This episode I discuss what I like to refer to as "The Accident"....when a high pressure hose hit me in the face causing several fractures and months of healing. I was out for the count and felt completely useless as a dad, husband, landlord, and fire fighter. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @smalltownfms

Ep 2-S2: Almost 86'd From Daycare 26.09.2023

My son was almost 86'd from daycare by simply being a typical toddler. I go over the drama with his previous daycare followed by what I like to call the "saving grace" academy that we stumbled over. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ X: @smalltownfms

Ep 1-S2: The Sh*t Storm From Hell (No... Not About Poop) 22.09.2023

I start season two off by telling the story of one of the worst winter storms in my Alaskan existence and the week of "roughing it" without power / heat. Ultimate dad/husband/survival mode engaged!!!!

Ep 15: I Think I’m Doing It Right (Season Finale) 20.04.2023

Season 1 finale! I go over a short list of what I like to call "dad wins". Everything from Top Gun themes, ready player one, and playing games...I've gotta say....we got a pretty rad little dude! IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_

Ep 14: Mary Poppins & “Her Spoon Full of Sugar” Is Total Bullsh*t! 13.04.2023

I discuss the morning/nightly wrestling match between parents and toddler when it comes to administering oral medications and what we do to make it easier. Also go over my sons small yet triumphant breakthrough in regards to finally eating different foods. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_

Ep 13: School Shootings, Culture Chaos, Modern Parenting...Oh My w/ Jon Dawson 06.04.2023

I sit down with a very special guest and friend, Jon Dawson and discuss a wide range of issues that seem relevant to each other such as school shootings, American culture in regards to raising kids, technology/social media and its effects on kids, and general discussion on parenting. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_ Jon Dawsons links: linktr.ee/JonDawson

Ep 12: Public School? No Thanks Bruh. 23.03.2023

This one may piss some folks off but that's why I was placed on this earth. I shallow dive into future plans of sending my kid to a private school versus going to a public school as well as a few at home educational things/my beliefs on discipline. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_ https://www.akhardwater.com for all you local folks! Use promo code grit20 for 20% off. Hurry up while the ice i...

Ep 11: Tiny Voices Make Things Harder 16.03.2023

Have you had too many of your own voices racing through your head at night? I know I do! In this episode, I discuss my issue lately with sleep due to what I like to call "racing brain syndrome" and what I think is the root cause.  Like, share and rate the podcast!  IG: Alaska_Dad_  Twitter: Alaska_Dad_  holdthelinecoffee.com use promo code STFamous at check out for 20% off.

Ep 10: The Tale of the Brown Magic Marker & the Evil F-18 07.03.2023

In this quickie I discuss shower time and the elusive "brown magic marker" along with its friend "the sinker". I also go over first blood injury and moments of being a drama queen. Please remember to like, share, rate and comment on the podcast. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_ holdthelinecoffee.com use promo code STfamous at check out for 20% off!

Ep 9: I've Got Big Bills, You've Got Big Bills 27.02.2023

Remember to rate, comment, and share the podcast! Today I discuss one of the biggest frustrations / worries we all have....f*ckin bills. I share my personal ways of keeping my families head above water as well as future plans with our current property. I also touch base on that one dumb*ss thing called taxes. IG: @Alaska_Dad_ Twitter: @Alaska_Dad_ holdthelinecoffee.com - use promo code STfamous at...

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