Daily Dad

The Daily Dad

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The audio companion to DailyDad.com’s daily email meditations on fatherhood, read by Ryan Holiday. Each daily reading will help you find the wisdom, inner strength, and good humor you need in order to be a great dad. Learn from historical figures and contemporary fathers how to do your most important job. Find more at dailydad.com.

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Daily Dad on Sleep Training Your Kids (and Yourself) 27.11.2021 27:09

On today’s episode of the podcast Ryan talks to his friend and writing partner Nils Parker about the important role that sleep plays in successful parenting, how to get the right amount of sleep and eliminate distractions, how to handle your children’s sleepless nights, and more. Hiya is the pediatrician-approved superpowered chewable vitamin created by two dads tired of children’s vitamins that c...

You’re The Voice In Their Heads 26.11.2021 2:16

Ryan discusses how a parent’s words and actions affect their children, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Again, You Can’t Do This 25.11.2021 2:40

Ryan discusses what you have to be weary of doing as a parent, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Here’s What They Need 24.11.2021 2:05

Ryan explains how you can simplify your children’s needs, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...

Remember What Success Looks Like 23.11.2021 2:02

yan discusses why you must define success for yourself, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/...

You’re Fighting the Last War 22.11.2021 2:53

Ryan explains why you must focus on what really matters in parenting, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

Work, Family, Scene: You Can Only Pick Two 20.11.2021 15:58

On today’s podcast Ryan talks about the trade off that comes along with juggling a career, a happy family, and a thriving social life. Read the article: https://ryanholiday.net/blog/ All time can be quality time. Take walks, throw the ball, cook some dinner. Time flies, and it will be the little things your kid remembers. Check out the new Daily Dad Tempus Fugit challenge coin at https://store.dai...

This is What They Want 19.11.2021 3:26

Ryan discusses why parents must take an interest in how their kids feel, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Go The F*ck To Sleep 18.11.2021 2:17

Ryan explains why sleep plays such an important role in parenting, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Give Them This...While You Can 17.11.2021 3:16

Ryan talks about why you should show your kids how much they mean to you, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Hiya is the pediatrician-approved superpowered chewable vitamin created by two dads tired of children’s vitamins that cause more problems than they solve. Daily Dad listeners receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal go to hiyahealth.com/DAILYDAD or enter code DAILYDAD at checkout. Si...

Nobody Likes a Spoiled Child 16.11.2021 2:55

Ryan discusses how to set your children up for success, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Check out the new Daily Dad Luctor et Emergo challenge coin at https://store.dailydad.com Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

Can You Afford To Regret This? 15.11.2021 4:59

Ryan talks about how doing the right thing in the moment, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. KiwiCo believes in the power of kids and that small lessons today can mean big, world-changing ideas tomorrow. KiwiCo is a subscription service that delivers everything your kids will need to make, create and play. Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code DAILYDAD at kiwico.co...

Nick Palmisciano on Practicing Jui Jitsu and Raising Resilient Kids 13.11.2021 41:20

On today’s episode, Ryan talks to Nick Palmisciano about the lessons that training in Jiu Jitsu can teach young kids, the benefits of training as a family, Nick’s journey as an entrepreneur, and more. Nick Palmisciano is the CEO of Diesel Jack Media, a full-service marketing agency. Nick is also the Vice President and one of four founding board members of Save Our Allies, an effort that rescued 12...

Why Didn’t You Make Time For Me? 12.11.2021 3:16

Ryan discusses how time isn’t found, it is made, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Try learning a new skill with Skillshare and its amazing community of members. Skillshare is also incredibly affordable—especially when compared to pricey in-person classes and workshops. An annual subscription is less than $10 a month. Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/DAILYDAD and get a free trial of Premium...

How to Make Your Kid Less Materialistic 11.11.2021 4:06

Ryan discusses the strategies you can use to raise kids who aren’t dependent on material things, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Ritual is a multivitamin that delivers high quality nutrients, including Vitamin D3, in just 2 daily pills. Your multivitamins are delivered to your door every month with free shipping, always. You can start, snooze, or cancel your subscription anytime. Get key nutrients...

They Can Still Be Successful 10.11.2021 2:29

Ryan talks about the myth that children must have a rough upbringing to be great, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Check out the new Daily Dad Luctor et Emergo challenge coin at https://store.dailydad.com Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

This is Why They Don’t Respect Their Elders 09.11.2021 2:29

Ryan talks about how important boundaries are, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

Your Job Is To Make Fast Transitions 08.11.2021 4:25

Ryan explains what you can’t bring home to your children, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. List your product on AppSumo between September 15th - November 17th and the first 400 offers to go live will receive $1000, the next 2000 to list a product get $250. And everyone who lists gets entered to be one of 10 lucky winners of $10k! Go to https://appsumo.com/ryanholiday to list your product today and c...

Megan Phelps-Roper on Breaking the Cycle of Generational Pain 06.11.2021 1:22:48

On today’s episode of the podcast, Ryan talks to former Westboro Baptist Church member Megan Phelps-Roper about her experiences growing up in the church, the problem of radicalization in society and modern institutions, considering the individual perspectives of the people who we disagree with, and more. Megan Phelps-Roper is an American political activist who was formerly a member of, and spokes...

This Is Why You Have To Care 05.11.2021 5:09

Ryan discusses why you have to care about the world around you, not just your own kids, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Magic Spoon is an adult version of what you loved as a kid—without the sugar, carbs, or guilt. Go to magicspoon.com/DAILYDAD to grab a variety pack and try it today. Use our promo code DAILYDAD at checkout to save five dollars off your order. Check out the new Daily Dad Luctor et...

They Don’t Understand and It’s Your Fault 04.11.2021 3:34

Ryan explains why it’s your responsibility to break things down for your kids, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. BetterHELP will assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist and you can start communicating in under 48 hours. Visit betterhelp.com/dailydad and join the over 1,000,000 people who have taken charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced pro...

Do They Have a Project? 03.11.2021 3:14

Ryan discusses the importance of letting your children discover what they love, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Check out the new Daily Dad Luctor et Emergo challenge coin at https://store.dailydad.com Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

A Child’s Life Should Be Good, Not Easy 02.11.2021 4:35

Ryan reminds you why you must let your kids struggle in order to learn the lessons that they can build a life on``, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Check out the new Daily Dad Luctor et Emergo challenge coin at https://store.dailydad.com Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Follow Daily Dad: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

This Is Our Elegy 01.11.2021 3:08

Ryan reminds you why you can’t give up on being the best parent you can be, on today’s Daily Dad podcast. Magic Spoon is an adult version of what you loved as a kid—without the sugar, carbs, or guilt. Go to magicspoon.com/DAILYDAD to grab a variety pack and try it today. Use our promo code DAILYDAD at checkout to save five dollars off your order. Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com Fo...

Daily Dad on the Value of Children’s Education 30.10.2021 16:51

On today’s episode of the Daily Dad podcast, Ryan talks about the decision to not send his kids back to school, seeking out a world-class online school for his oldest son, the importance of taking children’s education seriously, and more. Hiya is the pediatrician-approved superpowered chewable vitamin created by two dads tired of children’s vitamins that cause more problems than they solve. Daily...