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🎙️ Episode 224 – “Sports, Scotch, and Solo Dad Time” This week on The Top Dad Podcast , we break a sweat (figuratively), pour a Scotch (literally), and dive into the chaos of dadhood one-on-one. We’re talking sports— playing them, watching them, and mostly pretending we’re still good at them. Plus: why one-on-one time with your kids is more valuable than a front-row seat at the Big Game (unless it...

🎙️ Episode 223 – “Knives, Rotten Tomatoes & The Birds and the Bees” This week on The Top Dad Podcast , we wrestle with the real parenting questions—like when to have “the talk,” what counts as a knife ( that’s not a knife), and whether Waterworld deserves a second chance (spoiler: no, but the stunt show slaps). Join us as we crack open the Great Egg Debate (how do you like your eggs, and are y...

🎙️ Episode 222 – “Dads, Disney, and the Great Butterscotch Comeback” This week on The Top Dad Podcast , we’re taking a detour through the Magical Kingdom of Midlife Dadhood. From navigating Disneyland with kids (and a fanny pack full of granola bars) to defending the honor of butterscotch like it’s 1987—this episode is packed tighter than a minivan headed for vacation. We debate the real reason be...

🎙️ Episode 221 – “Ladders, Field Day, and the End of Elementary Innocence” This week on The Top Dad Podcast , we climb the ladder of dadhood—literally. From the unspoken bond between dads and their ladders (we don’t need a taller one, we want a taller one), to the bittersweet mayhem of Field Day season, we’re covering it all. School’s out, summer’s in, and our kids are leveling up from elementary...

🎙️ Episode 220 – “You’re Killing Me, Smalls!” This week on The Top Dad Podcast , we step up to the plate and swing for the fences in the wild world of kids’ baseball — where the grass is patchy, the snacks are elite, and the politics are more intense than a parent-teacher conference gone sideways. Top Dad Matt breaks down the drama of Little League politics (spoiler: someone didn’t make All-Stars...

🎙️ Episode 219 – “Be Kind, Rewind… and Raise Kids” This week on the Top Dad Podcast , we’re firing up the VCR, grabbing a Lunchable, and diving headfirst into the ultimate 90s movie time capsule. From action-packed blockbusters to feel-good family flicks, we rank our favorite must-see 90s movies—complete with questionable fashion choices, dramatic slow-motion walks, and at least one Kevin Costner...

🎙️ Episode 218 – “Unfriend, Unbun, Unbelievable Yards” This week on the Top Dad Podcast , we trim the fat—on our lawns and our Facebook friend lists. That’s right, it’s spring cleaning season, both digitally and digestively. Join us as we dive into the tricky art of unfriending people you haven’t spoken to since dial-up, share weight loss tips only a dad would think work (spoiler: mowing the lawn...

🎙️ Episode 217 – “Golf, Goonies, and the Harsh Truth About Losing” This week on the Top Dad Podcast , we’re teeing off with some hard truths: golf is impossible, Goonies never say die, and your kids will eventually lose — at something. Join your favorite suburban sages as we dive into the real struggles of parenting, like breaking your toddler’s thumb-sucking habit (without breaking your sanity),...

🎧 Episode 216 – “Cosplay, Cops, and Cars” Buckle up, dads — it’s a road trip down memory lane, complete with Dad-approved detours, Lego mishaps, and a few questionable fashion choices. In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast , we unpack the chaos of spring break hangovers (spoiler: the kids bounce back faster than we do), dad-style April Fool’s jokes (mostly harmless… mostly ), and the critical di...

🎙️Top Dad Podcast - Episode 215 Spring Break & Spilled Drinks: An 80s Flick, a Limewire Kick, and Midwest Mayhem Episode Description: This week on the Top Dad Podcast, we dive into a Midwestern Spring Break so thrilling, you’ll need a hoodie and a snow shovel. Ken and Matt discuss the glory days of pirated music—Napster vs Limewire—aka the Cold War of digital theft. The Top Dads apologize to t...

Episode 214: Big Dad Energy, Budget Battles & Bingo Nights This week on the Top Dad Podcast, we’re bringing the laughs and the life lessons. Ken and Matt share Big Daddy Parenting Tips, dive into St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ shenanigans, and recap a wild game of Grandparents Bingo. We’re talking real dad stuff: budgeting wins (and fails), dieting struggles, and all the ancient tech our kids just don’t...

“Algorithms, Cub Scouts, and the Dad Joke Algorithm – Episode 212” 📖 Episode Description: Welcome to Top Dad Podcast Episode 212, where the Wi-Fi is strong, the jokes are stronger, and the dad wisdom is dialed in tighter than your dad’s fanny pack on vacation. This week we’re deep-diving into our algorithm rabbit holes (turns out we’re 87% dad jokes, 10% wristwatch reviews, and 3% how-to videos o...

🎙️ Episode 212: Reebok Pumps, Pizza Ranch, and the Lost Art of Hotel Room Service From Reebok Pumps and Mr. 80’s dad vibes to Pizza Ranch’s secret sauce (literally), Episode 212 is a nostalgic trip through everything that made growing up awesome. The Top Dads dive into the evolution of beer pong, why hotel room service isn’t what it used to be and share questionable takes on some “newish” movies....

“Post-Vacation Dad: Golf, Airports & $80 in Taco Bell Regrets” 🌮⛳✈️ The Top Dad Podcast is back from vacation, and we’ve got travel wisdom, golf dreams, and fast food regrets to unpack! ✈️ Airport Dad Mode – Tips, tricks, and what not to do while navigating terminals like a pro. ⛳ Can You Play Too Much Golf? – Asking for a friend (and our backs). 🌮 $80 on Taco Bell?! – A dad’s guide to mak...

“Breadsticks, Birdies & Dad Wisdom: A Top Dad Guide” This week on Top Dad , we’re serving up a full plate of dad life, date nights during the day, and pre-golf trip greatness ! 🍝 Endless Breadsticks & Marriage Maintenance – The secret to a solid relationship? Unlimited soup, salad, and carbs. ⚽ Parenting the Ted Lasso Way – Because believing works on and off the pitch. ⛳ Dad’s Golf Trip...

“Top Dad 209: New Cars, Dad Style & Super Bowl Crystal Balls” This week on Top Dad , we’re shifting gears and tackling all things cars, style, and sports ! 🚗🏈 🔹 New Car Drama – Is buying a car worse than potty training? We break down the process. 🔹 Insurance Nightmares – Tips, tricks, and horror stories that’ll make you want to bike everywhere. 🔹 Dealing with Car Salesmen – Pro dad tactic...

“Top Dad 208: Jock Straps, Sick Days & Grandparent Shenanigans” This week on Top Dad , we tackle the real struggles of dad life: 🥶 The family flu-pocalypse —how to survive when everyone is sick (including you).👟 Air Force Ones… for kids?! Are we raising sneakerheads or just going broke? 🩲 The new jock strap—because some dad trends are too weird. 🎓 Taking the kids to your alma mater—relivin...

Episode 207: Den Leader Duties, Pinewood Races, and Dad Style Debates” This week on the Top Dad Podcast:  Top Dad Ken finds himself in his new role as Den Leader—because if scouting needs anything, it’s more dad jokes! 🧢✨ We also gear up for the legendary Pinewood Derby. Will the cars be fast, or fall apart in style? 🏎️ Then, it’s time to settle the ultimate tool debate: Craftsman, DeWalt, Milwa...

“Top Dad 206: TikTok, 80s Movies, and Cayman Island Escapes” This week on Top Dad , we uncover the “joys” of parenting during winter break—because nothing says relaxation like refereeing sibling battles and cleaning up glitter! In this fun-filled episode of Top Dad , we cover: 📱 Why TikTok might be the secret weapon for dads! 🎥 The ultimate 80s movie watchlist to survive winter break. 🥞 A deep...

Top Dad Podcast Episode 205:  Good Bye 2024: High School Memories, Holiday Hijinks, and Dad-Style Secrets This week on Top Dad , the dads dive into a mix of nostalgic debates, middle age shopping with a side of New Year's plans, and some holiday fun! 🎙️✨ 🇫🇷🇪🇸 French vs. Spanish in high school—did we learn anything useful? 📅 Top Dad Matt tackles the ultimate dad challenge: What day of the we...

Episode 204: The Christmas Show The Top Dad Podcast is bringing holiday cheer! 🎄✨ Join the Top Dads as they dive into: 🎥 Why The Goonies being rated PG still blows our minds (seriously, 80s?). 🎃🍾 The holiday season marathon from Halloween to New Year’s Eve—how do parents survive it? 🎅 Elf on the Shelf etiquette: don’t ruin it for other parents! 🎁 A sprinkle of Christmas magic and a sneak pe...

Episode 2023: “Bears, 80s Cartoons, and Turkey Day Tales” In this jam-packed episode of the Top Dad Podcast , the dads tackle the tough question: Why are the Chicago Bears so bad? Plus, a nostalgic dive into our favorite 80s cartoons, a hilarious Thanksgiving Day recap, and the return of those mischievous Elves on the Shelves. Don’t miss the bonus content where we reveal the #1 Top Dad Joke of Tha...

In this gobble-tastic episode of the Top Dad Podcast , we’re serving up a platter of Thanksgiving goodness! 🍗🍁 Whether you’re hosting, mooching, or just dodging in-laws, we’ve got you covered with: • Thanksgiving Tips from the Top Dads —from avoiding family drama to sneaking the last crescent roll. • Black Friday Shenanigans —the art of dodging elbows and scoring deals while half-asleep. • The T...

Episode 201: “Winter Woes, Thanksgiving To-Dos, and Bougie Dad Getaways” In this frosty episode of The Top DAD Podcast , we dive headfirst into the challenges and quirks of Midwest winters—from battling malfunctioning furnaces to defrosting your car for the millionth time. 🥶 Next, we shift gears to Thanksgiving prep—sharing tips, tricks, and the occasional kitchen disaster to help you survive the...

Episode 200: Dicks, Pizza, and Book IT—Celebrating 200 Episodes of Dad Life In this milestone episode, we dive into the hilarious and heartwarming quirks of parenting and dad life. First up, the endless joy kids get from “innocently” saying words that almost sound like swearing (looking at you, Dick’s Sporting Goods). Then, we rave over our love for NYC pizza, reveal the ultimate secrets for rehea...