The Dad Compass Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we unpack three shocking and heartbreaking attacks that shook America in 2025 — each one raising questions about safety, mental health, and the direction our society is heading. 🟥 First, we cover the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley Universit...

Send us Fan Mail If you found out you only had 30 days left to live, what would you do? How would you spend your final days with your kids, your partner, and your family? In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, Dmitry V and Patrick O go deep into fatherhood, mortality, and legacy. We ask the hard questions every dad secretly thinks about: How would you tell your kids you’re...

Send us Fan Mail Two stories. One thread: broken trust. In this episode of The Dad Compass, Dmitry V and Patrick O unpack the Annunciation Catholic School shooting in Minneapolis—where two children, Fletcher Merkel (8) and Harper Moyski (10), lost their lives—and the Netflix documentary Unknown Number: The High School Catfish. We go deep on motives, missed warning signs, bullying, fatherhood respo...

Send us Fan Mail Bullying isn’t what it used to be. Back in the 80s and 90s, it was face-to-face, on the playground, or at school. Today, kids face cyberbullying, online hate, and constant pressure from social media. In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, Dmitry and Patrick get real about how bullying has evolved — from dodgeball stories and “old school” trash talk, to navigating modern chall...

Send us Fan Mail Schools in Crisis? The Dad Compass Podcast –  Schools in Crisis?! Bullying, Politics & Safety in 2025 EP 26  Back to school isn’t what it used to be. In this episode, two dads from different generations (Patrick at 42, Dmitry at 33) dive into how schools have changed over the last 20 years—and what that means for our kids today. From bullying and safety concerns to politics in...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we dive into a viral short we posted that hit 32K views—featuring a man’s emotional story about a 40-year-old spool of wire… and how his partner hilariously missed the deeper meaning. From that clip, we jump into real talk about growing up without fathers, the life skills we had to figure out on our own (shaving, driving, the awkward “se...

Send us Fan Mail 🔔 **Subscribe & hit the bell** for weekly doses of fatherhood honesty & humor!   🎧 Listen on Spotify • Apple  --- ## EPISODE 23 – Dad Pet Peeves From *thermostat tampering* to that teaspoon of milk left in the jug, Patrick & Dmitry count down the internet’s TOP‑10 Dad Pet Peeves… then admit their own.  We’re talking: 0:00  Cold open & why we’re already annoyed  ...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️  EP 22 — STREETLIGHTS vs SCREENLIGHTS   80s/90s nostalgia collides with modern kid‑life: Blockbuster nights, Saturday‑morning cartoons, BMX freedom … versus TikTok feeds, GPS pings, and helicopter parents.  Did childhood level‑up or glitch out?  Dmitry & Patrick swap stories, stats, and plenty of dad‑jokes to find out. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━   ⏱️  CHAPTERS   00:00  Cold‑Open Hook —...

Send us Fan Mail Ever had your child put you on the spot with a question that slices straight through the dad-bod armor? 💥 Dmitry’s daughter did exactly that: 👉 “How do you feel about being a father?” Cue 60 minutes of uncensored truth bombs, hilarious pet peeves (pugs vs. bulldogs!), and gut-check stories about spanking guilt, career overload, and why the silence hits harder than toddler scream...

Send us Fan Mail DADS SHARE THEIR BEST ADVICE HERE! | Navigating Fatherhood, Summer Chaos & Work-Life Balance Ready to crush dad life without losing your sanity? 🚀 In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, co-hosts Dmitry and Patrick dive into real-world, no-BS strategies for balancing fatherhood, work, and “me” time—especially during the high-energy summer months. We unpack practical tips...

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Dmitry and Patrick on The Dad Compass Podcast as they hilariously dive into the mysteries and appeal behind "dad bods," revealing brutally honest truths about balancing fitness with fatherhood. Hear Dmitry's unforgettable (and hilarious) wake-up call about reaching a fitness breaking point, Patrick’s proven intermittent fasting tips for busy dads, and out...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Dad Compass, we dive into something a lot of dads won’t talk about — what happens when we slip. When a drink turns into 10, when the stress we’re carrying gets too damn heavy, and when the only escape feels like the bottom of a bottle. From funny drunk stories to serious wake-up calls, we unpack the real reasons men sometimes spiral — and what it takes to reset....

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Dadgumplest Podcast – Father’s Day Edition with hosts Dmitry V and Patrick O ! A heartfelt, hilarious, and unfiltered Father’s Day chat featuring: 🔥 Smoker Shenanigans : Dmitry’s new smoker debut with ribs, jalapeno poppers, and BBQ tips 🧠 Proud Dad Moments : New-hire dad feeling proud of his kids & workplace 🥇 Funny Dad Stats & Puns : From "I can fi...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Dad Compass , we go deep into the complex world of step-parenting: where love, discipline, boundaries, and heartbreak collide. Dmitry and Patrick open up about their most raw and controversial moments — from discipline disagreements with spouses to confronting stepchild behavior head-on. We tackle hard truths, men’s mental health during fatherhood, and the emotion...

Send us Fan Mail In this funny and heartfelt episode of The Dad Compass , we sit down with our stepson for an open conversation about what it’s really like being a stepdad and growing up in a blended family. From awkward moments and building trust to the challenges and laughs that come with it, we share the ups and downs of step-parenting from both sides. If you’re part of a blended family or step...

Send us Fan Mail Nut Up or Shut Up: Men's Mental Health, Stress & Fatherhood Struggles | The Dad Compass Podcast (Ep. 13) In this raw, late-night episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we tackle the critical topics of men's mental health, stress management, and the real struggles dads face every day. We open up about depression, emotional burnout, and the importance of vulnerability, sh...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Dad Compass Podcast! What would YOU do if tomorrow society collapsed into chaos—either with a Purge-style free-for-all or a zombie apocalypse? In this hilarious and wildly imaginative episode, we break down dad-approved survival strategies, debate fast vs. slow zombies, and discuss building your ultimate celebrity survival team. Would you fortify your local Wal...

Send us Fan Mail #DadCompass #MensMentalHealth #TeenDepression This week on The Dad Compass, Dmitry and Patrick take you on a roller-coaster ride through fatherhood—from a stranger’s simple act that prevented a teen’s suicide, to the tough-love tactics we use to keep our kids emotionally healthy…and of course wrap it all up with the grossest “Which fluid would you dispense from your fingertips?” c...

Send us Fan Mail May the mental health force be with you. In this special May Mental Health Awareness Month episode of The Dad Compass, we dive into the heavy and the hilarious. From exploring men’s mental health and burnout to a bizarre news segment involving dildos in Hereford, it’s equal parts therapy and comic relief. We talk depression, therapy, emotional suppression, fatherhood struggles, an...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week on The Dad Compass Podcast for a wild, unscripted ride through fatherhood, discipline debates, mother vs father parenting moments, and the craziest news stories you've ever heard. 🤣 From a rogue woodpecker vandalizing cars during mating season, to karaoke microphones giving out herpes (yes, seriously), to a Florida man offering vodka spritzers to cops mid-c...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of The Dad Compass Podcast , we open up about our experiences with fatherhood , navigating Easter traditions , and what faith and spirituality mean to us as dads. From childhood memories to teaching our kids the value of being good people — no matter their beliefs — this is a real, unscripted conversation about life, love, and the messiness in between. We...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Dad Compass podcast, we’re joined by an awesome guest — Logan, the man, the myth, the legend. What starts as banter turns into a rich, reflective conversation on the ever-evolving world of parenting — from the chaos of teaching teens how to drive to deeper moments about childhood, divorce, creativity, and defining what success really means as a dad. With rea...

Send us Fan Mail "Teaching Cavemen How to Kickflip " - One Of The Greats 🎙️ Dad Guilt, Meltdowns & Getting “Fired” at Home — this episode of The Dad Compass podcast dives into the everyday chaos and comedy of modern fatherhood. If you're searching for real talk parenting, dad life stories, or how to be a better dad, you’ll feel right at home here. Navigate dad guilt after yellin...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Fatherhood Meets Real Talk: How Screen Time Impacts Modern Parenting In this episode of The Dad Compass , we dive deep into the real-life challenges of balancing screen time and family life . From surprising statistics on how much time children (and parents!) actually spend in front of screens, to heartfelt stories of personal struggles and victories, we share practical tips on...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and unscripted episode of The Dad Compass Podcast , co-hosts Patrick and Dmitry sit down for their most vulnerable conversation yet—diving deep into their experiences growing up fatherless, navigating trauma, and becoming the dads they never had. 🎙️ Patrick shares what it was like growing up without his biological father, and later losing connection with his stepf...