The NJ DAD Podcast

Episode 42: New Dads: What Nobody Tells You  Andrew talks about what it really feels like to become a new dad: the panic, the bad advice, the lack of sleep, the sudden responsibility, and the strange realization that nobody actually knows what they’re doing at first. A funny, honest look at early fatherhood, surviving the newborn stage, and learning how to be useful without pretending to have it a...

Finding independence as a dad can be difficult but there are some small bastions of temporary freedom dad's can explore.  Andrew talks about those places and then some on the latest episode of The NJ Dad Podcast. New episodes every Thursday.  

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined once again by longtime friend and founder of Artist Waves, Jeff Gorra! Jeff takes the reigns and interviews Andrew this episode and they talk about being a NJ dad, the importance of baseball in his upbringing, and how your first memories stick with you as an adult. Check Out Artist Waves: https://artistwaves.com/ Follo...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by early stage investor and entrepreneur, Wade Belair! They talk about the importance of a B.S detector when working with brands, Wade’s coming out stories, and the duality of a tough but loving dad. About Wade: Wade Belair is a New Yorker, educated in Economics and Entrepreneurship and a strategic investor who works w...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by business owner and fashion expert Justine Kaufman! They talk about fashion spanning across generations, taking inspiration from your cultural icons, and fashion risks that pay off. Follow Justine: @ninethstory and @thefullyfashioned About Justine: Justine Kaufman is a fashion industry veteran, entrepreneur, and moth...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew welcomes back coach Steve Teel live and in the studio! They talk about the differences of giving advice as a coach versus as a parent, dealing with individual identities in athletes, and using practice as a method to prove yourself. Follow Steve! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steventeel Website: https://www.teelbaseball.c...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by stand-up comedian, writer, actor & producer Caleb Zeringue! They talk about feeling anxiety on stage, using your past experiences for better through writing, and the importance of collaborating with creative partners. Follow Caleb! Website: https://www.calebzeringue.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cale...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about cultural surrogates. He talks about specific movies, musicians, and situations that shaped him as a child and that carried into his adult life. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew Parise, is about everything you wish a father (or father figure) could have shown you. Growing up without a dad taugh...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by stand-up comedian Jackie Kashian! They discuss the elements of joke writing, advice for young comics, and the importance of making your spouse laugh. Jackie shares some of her iconic Dad stories including making profit off of school candy bar sales and using the senior discount at McDonald’s. Follow Jackie! Website:...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by friendship expert and writer, Anna Goldfarb! They talk about efforts required in relationships now versus the past, being vulnerable with friends, and the importance of putting in proper time with friends new & old. Follow Anna! Website: https://annagoldfarb.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annagoldfarb/...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about all things romance, sex, and relationships. He talks about things you can do to keep things interesting in your relationships, and how crucial it is to communicate your needs to your partner. He wraps the show by answering some of your questions and offering advice. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by A...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by event creator and curator, DJ Nugget! They talk about how to read a room and learn how to win over a crowd of different aged people, expanding your business, and leaving past careers behind. They also chat about the importance of being confident in your craft and how crucial the reliability of your old man can be. F...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about some of his memories of mistakes. From ignoring your gut feeling, to saying something at the wrong time, to a recent instance of rushing through a task, Andrew details how learning from these mistakes can help you grow throughout your life. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew Parise, is about eve...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by fellow dad, producer, writer and little league coach Adam Reynolds! They talk about how their opinions on success have changed since starting a family, the importance of being present with your kids while pursuing your dreams, and connecting over common interests to strengthen your bonds with your children. Adam Rey...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses the feeling of losing your individuality and being defined as a parent. He talks about the feeling that the nostalgia of your life before children can bring, the chaos of having an ever-changing schedule, but also discovering your purpose within being a parent. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew P...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses dealing with the caregiving of the “Sandwich Generation” and how to balance it when you have young children of your own. He talks about the importance of perspective of those who need caregiving, shares stories of his own experiences caring for older family members, and how to avoid selfishness. The Fatherl...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about the struggles with “Keeping Up with the Joneses" when it comes to parenting, and the downfall of what comparison can do to parents. Andrew gives some examples backed by research on things parents can do to help raise strong children including emotional regulation and not giving into everything kids a...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by wealth management specialist, Nick Luisi! They talk about the benefits of automating your savings, cancelling subscriptions and non-essential spending items, and whether or not life insurance is for you. They touch on investing mistakes and diversifying your funds, even down to retirement, as well as what the colleg...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talking all things “Do it Yourself” or D.I.Y he has learned as a dad. He discussed the pro’s and con’s of calling a professional versus times you can do it yourself, knowing your ceiling in the project you work on, and celebrating your accomplishments when all is said and done. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by A...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by comedian, writer, and director, Kerry Coddett! They talk about some of Kerry’s upcoming projects, their shared roots growing up in Brooklyn, and what it's like living in Los Angeles as a New Yorker. Follow Kerry: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overfab About Kerry: Kerry Coddett is a Brooklyn-born stand-up...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses some of the things he has learned and stories from his childhood that shaped him. He talks about noticing who shows up for you, empathy being taken advantage of, and being forced to grow up too fast. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew Parise, is about everything you wish a father (or father figure...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by real estate professional, Claudia Sanchez! They talk about the feel good moments in buying and selling homes, how parents can affect home buying, and the tough financial conversations that come with the real estate market. ABOUT CLAUDIA: Claudia Sanchez is a New Jersey–based real estate professional with Christie’s...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and we hear from some of your submissions in our segment “My Old Man Used to Say.” He talks about some of his best moments of advice when he didn’t know he needed it, and ends it with some advice from iconic songs and movies. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew Parise, is about everything you wish a father (or f...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by longtime friend and founder of Artist Waves, Jeff Gorra! Artist Waves is described as, “A voice of the artist platform — featuring artist direct and inspiring content.” Jeff describes how he founded Artist Waves, the importance of bringing your kids to concerts, and the power behind discovering music. Andrew and Jef...

Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses some research he found that coincides with being fatherless. From lower academic achievement, higher risk of incarceration, and struggling with adult relationships, Andrew breaks down his findings and how they relate to his own upbringing. The Fatherless Cheat Sheet, hosted by Andrew Parise, is about everyt...