Tony Cooper

The Dad Manual

Kids EN ↓ 29 episodes

The Dad Manual is a fatherhood podcast hosted by Tony Cooper, featuring honest conversations with dads about the real, unfiltered journey of parenthood. This parenting podcast for dads explores everything from the excitement of being a first time dad to navigating the teenage years. As one of the best podcasts for expecting dads and experienced fathers alike, we dive deep into what it actually means to be a modern dad—the struggles, the growth, the mistakes, and the moments that change you forever. Whether you're looking for a new dad podcast or seasoned parenting wisdom, this family podcast d...

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Tony Cooper

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Ep 3: Everything I Learned as a Girl Dad - Raising Daughters with Tony Elliott 02.12.2025 48:37

Tony Elliott shares his journey raising two daughters through the lens of game styles, Love & Logic principles, and real-world trial and error. From tea parties to state championships, discover how understanding biological styles under pressure transforms parenting. Tony opens up about being harder on daughters versus sons, navigating different game styles between siblings, and why supporting...

Ep 2: Parenting Through Teasing, Trust, and One Thousand Tiny Conversations 18.11.2025 50:49

This week on The Dad Manual, I’ve invited my friend Adam Hibble, father to 16-year-old Maya, to share his unconventional approach to modern fatherhood that began before pregnancy: a vision statement that evolved through playful teasing, open-ended questions, and countless short conversations. Adam reveals how his parenting style emerged from his own father's listening-first approach and the commun...

Ep 1: They're Not As Fragile As You Think: Real Talk About Modern Fatherhood 04.11.2025 1:04:47

Parenthood isn't about perfection—it's about showing up, opening up, and caring deeply. Rodrigo Lagos shares his transformation into a sports dad and how driving his 16-year-old daughter Willow to volleyball created unexpected moments of connection. He discusses navigating the teenage years with authenticity, supporting his son Drake's passion for archery and robotics, and why vulnerability streng...

Welcome to The Dad Manual 25.10.2025 2:03