Rethinking Dads

In this super interesting conversation, Jerry shares how raising 4 daughters and being the lone male in his house has helped him rethink (and reframe as he puts it) the conversation and thoughts surrounding sex. He shares his experience of growing up in a highly religious household where sex was shamed and how he wanted to break that cycle with his own children. Jerry emphasizes the need for open...

In this special bonus episode of Rethinking Dads, Kevin and Michael recorded their conversation while Michael was taking Kevin to the airport. This conversation actually started a couple of days prior when family and friends all gathered at Kevin's house for a discussion on life, manifestation, gratitude and raising our vibration and frequency. We all get stuck dealing with the hamster wheel...

In this episode, Michael and Kevin talk about the importance, as Dads to balance our giving to family and also doing the things that we enjoy and that nurture us. Kevin shares a heartwarming story about his dad's experience at a pool tournament and how it taught him the value of claiming moments of joy. We delve into the sacrifices Dads often make and the challenges of balancing personal want...

Welcome to another thoughtful conversation with a couple of Dads on the Rethinking Dads podcast! In this episode, Michael and Kevin bring back Bhagavan and Steven Sweeney to discuss a topic they both (independently) asked to share their thoughts on... Neurodivergency - both as a Dad and with kids. The conversation delves into the experiences of neurodivergent parenting, specifically ADHD, and the...

Hey Dads! Writing this update to you on Fathers Day...so Happy Dad's Day!!!! Kevin and I are excited to share a quick update with you on our podcast. We are moving! Starting July 1st, you will be able to hear new episodes on the Let's Get Real Radio Show feed. Let's Get Real is a weekly radio show I host for men. Giving men a space to figure out their shit. On Let's Get Real, w...

Welcome to another authentic and unfiltered episode of "Rethinking Dads"!  In this episode, we delve into the world of fatherhood with the insightful Steven Sweeney. Join us as we explore Steven's concept of "Delicious parenting" — a flavorful approach to nurturing our children with care and love, rather than control. As a Dad navigating separation, Steven shares candidly...

Welcome back to "Rethinking Dads," where we delve into authentic conversations with fathers and men navigating the complexities of life.  In this episode, we sit down with Bhagavan Bauer, a devoted father of three teenagers who recently embarked on a new chapter in his personal life with an engagement to his partner. In this candid and emotion-laden dialogue, Bhagavan shares insights and...

Welcome to Season Two of Rethinking Dads! In this first episode, Michael and Kevin start by reflecting on Season One. We covered a lot of topics in Season One, from Unschooling, to our Partners to receiving the best advice possible from our 17-year olds. Now, as we move into Season Two of Rethinking Dads, we have two main goals. Goal One:  Bring on a variety of Dads to share their stories Goal Two...

Welcome to the final episode of Season One of Rethinking Dad! First of all, we want to thank you for joining us on this journey through our first season!  Throughout this first season, we have unpacked many topics in our lives as Rethinking Dads. How we chose to raise our children (Partnering instead of controlling) to how we chose to school our kids (unschooling). Now, as we wrap season one, we w...

Welcome to Episode 11 of "Rethinking Dad"! In this episode, Kevin and Michael explore the indispensable role that our partners play in shaping OUR roles as Dads. Michael thoughtfully portrays Tanya as "the lighthouse," casting her illuminating light to navigate significant family decisions. Similarly, Kevin articulates a parallel experience, likening Kelly to a trailblazer who...

Welcome to Episode #10 of Rethinking Dad! 🎙️ "Curating the shit out of their experience" With this one phrase, Kevin simplifies unschooling in a nutshell, setting the stage for an eye-opening exploration of this unconventional approach to education. In this episode, join us as we delve into the world of unschooling, addressing the questions you've been itching to ask: ✅ What exactl...

Welcome to Episode 9 of Rethinking Dad!  In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate dance of work-life balance. In this open and candid conversation, we explore the delicate art of truly balancing our professional endeavors and the life beyond the office walls. Like all the episodes of season one, we are simply wanting to start the conversation and see where it leads us. As we say...we want...

There’s no question that Dads over the last few generations have changed dramatically. Join us as we embark on a journey through the evolution of fatherhood over the past 70+ years.  In this insightful episode, we explore the profound transformations in the role of Dads across generations. From our WWII granddads to how we are evolving, watching our kids grow up and acknowledging the diverse facto...

In this thought-provoking, new episode of Rethinking Dad, we engage in a compelling discussion about what we refer to as "the parenting continuum." This "continuum" explores the cavern between partner parenting and the the more control-focused style of parenting. With partner parenting, parents provide children the freedom to shape their own lives. This style is designed to all...

All Dad’s struggle. And those struggles vary wildly. Yet some struggles float to the surface more often. In this latest episode of Rethinking Dad, Michael and Kevin dive into the intricate tapestry of parenting and being a father by sharing a few personal struggles from over two decades of being a Dad. While every Dad faces a unique set of trials in raising their kids, certain struggles tend to su...

Welcome to another episode of Rethinking Dad! In this insightful and thoughtful discussion, hosts Michael and Kevin delve into the minds of 17-year-olds, unlocking a treasure trove of wisdom that transcends generational gaps. Recently, Kevin embarked on a journey of curiosity by posing a profound question to his son and his friends. The question that sparked this enlightening conversation was: &qu...

"...show up in every moment, and create an environment where you can show up in the moment. And if substances of any sort, or story are keeping you from the moment, then get that shit outta here!" Welcome to episode #4 of Rethinking Dad. This episode, Michael shares how he is driven by a quest for clarity and fixing his shit. This quest is all about walking away from substances, like alc...

In Episode #3 of "Rethinking Dad," Kevin dives into a heartwarming and relatable moment in every dad's life: the day you have to let your child go out into the world on their own.  He starts with a touching quote: "I don't leave my babies... My babies leave me." It's a sentiment that hits home for any parent. In this episode, Kevin shares his own recent experienc...

“I want Dads to know…That if you apply personal responsibility and care to what you’re doing, you can change the world. And the changing of the world means fixing your shit! Fix your own shit, and don’t try and do anything else until you do that. Period.” - Kevin Sabourin In this second episode of the Rethinking Dad podcast, we continue the stories that brought us to launching this community and p...

Welcome to the first-ever episode of "ReThinking Dad." We're Kevin Sabourin and Michael Sharkey, two Dads doing things a bit differently with our kids. In this podcast, we're all about sharing our stories – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. In ReThinking Dad, we're ditching the usual parenting rulebook and telling you about our wild adventures in unschooling a...

Welcome to Rethinking Dad. This is a community of Dads looking to get 1% better every day. What does that look like? It looks like fixing our shit. Seeing our own vulnerabilities. Sharing our joys. Sharing our struggles. And coming together, without judgement to create and hold a space for other Dads to explore ideas and gain support along the way. Being a Dad can be very isolating...and while it&...