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Better Call Daddy

Reena Friedman Watts
Podcasting
Mental Health
Parenting
Fatherhood
Storytelling
Family Dynamics
Personal Growth
Creativity
Entrepreneurship
Networking
Jerry Springer Show
Forgiveness
Judaism
Communication
Family
Anti-Semitism
Mentorship
Passover
Spirituality
Faith

Reena loves a story, and she‘s fascinated by the people behind them. She loves to bring stories to life. Her appetite for storytelling has taken her from the Jerry Springer Show to the legal drama of the courtroom. From influential players to reality stars, nothing is censored here. Reena interviews people whose stories haven‘t been told, at least not through her unique lens, and then gets daddy‘s... more

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What happens when personal trauma intersects with a mission to advocate for justice?

In this powerful episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts sits down with Ariella Goldberg-Kay, a survivor liaison for Zaakah, an organization dedicat... more

What draws us to true crime and what does it say about us?

In this episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts sits down with Jerry Matz, the mind behind the hit Instagram account ID Crime Vault, for an honest conversation about true cri... more

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Ariella Kay
Survivor liaison for Zaakah
Zaakah
Episode: 492. No Rabbi's Permission Needed: Inside the Fight for Jewish Abuse Survivors Ariella Goldberg Kay
Jerry Matz
Creator of ID Crime Vault on Instagram
ID Crime Vault (Instagram)
Episode: 491. True Crime, No Nightmares: ID Crime Vault's Jerry Matz
Jey Young
Mental health counselor who recently lost his father to suicide and became a new dad three weeks after his death
Mental health field
Episode: 490. Answer the Call: A New Dad's Story of Suicide Loss and Mental Health with Jey Young
Malisa Hepner
Host of Emotionally Unavailable, grief survivor and advocate
Emotionally Unavailable
Episode: 489. Loss of a Child, Grief & Healing with Malisa Hepner of Emotionally Unavailable
Robert Plank
Host of multiple interviews and a prolific interviewer; described as a WordPress expert
Self-employed / WordPress expert
Episode: 488. How to Interview Like a Pro: Reena Watts Gets Interviewed by Robert Plank (1,000+ Episodes)
Ryan Anthony Hernandez
Host of Truth That Heals podcast; cult survivor
Truth That Heals
Episode: 487. He Escaped a Cult and Found the Truth That Heals Ryan Anthony
Jonathan Mertz
Host of It's Your Break podcast
Episode: 486. Kentucky Roots & the Power in Speaking: Jonathan Mertz
Victoria Ola Bisi Makanjuola
Founder/host of Feel Your Feelings, the podcast
Feel Your Feelings, the podcast
Episode: 485. Victoria Makanjuola | Gen Z Curiosity, High Achievement & the Power of Feeling Your Feelingz
Liana Morris
Professional laugher and toilet industry professional sharing personal healing journey
Ferguson (via employer Ferguson Enterprises)
Episode: 484. Professional Laughter & Personal Healing with Liana Morris and Her Son David

Hosts

Reena Friedman Watts
Host with a focus on storytelling and extracting authentic narratives; often drives the conversation and closes with fatherly wisdom.
Wayne Friedman
Co-host and grandfather figure providing parental wisdom and perspective; appears as a recurring influence in episodes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 379 ratings
  • I ABSOLUTELY LOVED BEING ON THE BETTER CALL DADDY SHOW talking true crime and “Hollywood Demons”, a true crime show on Investigation Discovery! Reena and I connected through our love of that show and her time on The Jerry Springer Show which became the season 2 opener! This was such a fun and memorable experience and I love the energy she brings to her podcast!!!

    Podchaser
    5
    jerryamatz
    7 days ago
  • Interview with REENA on Better Call Daddy!!

    I absolutely loved being on the better call daddy show with Reena Friedman Watts! The experience was amazing. Met her through investigation discoveries Hollywood demons where she was on an episode of the Jerry Springer show that they did if it weren’t for me watching Hollywood Demons I would not have had this opportunity and I thank Reena! for inviting me onto her podcast. It was such an amazing experience!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jerry Matz
    United States24 days ago
  • Important!

    daddy daughter podcast intergenerational wisdom is still so needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STREETBEGGAJK
    United States24 days ago
  • Reena is such a sweet soul, and she made me feel completely comfortable during my first and likely only podcast! We connected right away because we’re both daddy’s girls, and I really appreciate how intentional she is about staying in touch even after the recording.

    If you have a story to share, I highly recommend reaching out to her, and definitely give her channel a listen. She brings on genuinely interesting people and real-life stories that stick with you.

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    missy1hg
    5 months ago
  • Better Call Daddy

    Reena has a plethora of guests from all different backgrounds, and executes all of her interviews flawlessly! I love how empathetic and sympathetic she is with her guest and how open she is. 10/10 podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kiersten713
    United States6 months ago

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Guests are seen as diverse and impactful, delivering meaningful, personal stories.
Listeners praise the host's empathetic interview style and ability to put guests at ease.
Audience comments emphasize authenticity, warmth, and practical takeaway stories.
The show is described as entertaining, informative, and relatable with strong family flavor.
The father-daughter dynamic at the end of episodes is repeatedly highlighted as a unique and engaging element.

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491. True Crime, No Nightmares: ID Crime Vault's Jerry Matz
Q: What do you think about the edits and portrayal of crime on television versus reality?
He notes that TV edits and dramatic reenactments can distort reality, but they serve to engage audiences while sometimes protecting viewers from the true ugliness of crime.
491. True Crime, No Nightmares: ID Crime Vault's Jerry Matz
Q: Tell me about your love of true crime and how it started in your family.
Jerry explains that his mom's addiction to true crime pulled him in, Joe Kenda's cases hooked him, and the family atmosphere helped shape his interest, which evolved into his own Instagram channel ID Crime Vault.
492. No Rabbi's Permission Needed: Inside the Fight for Jewish Abuse Survivors Ariella Goldberg Kay
Q: Can you give us a little bit of background on the Webberman case and how Zaakah started?
Zaakah began in 2012 as a group of survivors responding to the Nehemiah Webberman trial and the Internet Asifa; it evolved into a broader Jewish survivor advocacy network focused on legal justice and public awareness, expanding through Look Back windows and collaboration with other advocacy groups.
489. Loss of a Child, Grief & Healing with Malisa Hepner of Emotionally Unavailable
Q: What prompted you to start sharing your story publicly on a podcast?
Malisa describes a breakdown and burnout that led her to pursue honest conversations as a path to healing, emphasizing the importance of being vulnerable and finding community.
485. Victoria Makanjuola | Gen Z Curiosity, High Achievement & the Power of Feeling Your Feelingz
Q: What do you want to tell graduates who are navigating the world after high school?
Enjoy the journey, pursue what you love, and don't overfocus on the outcome; build meaningful experiences, friendships, and self-knowledge while staying true to your curiosity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Better Call Daddy

What is Better Call Daddy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on intimate, unscripted conversations with a wide range of guests who share personal stories about family, parenting, mental health, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Guests come from diverse backgrounds—activists, creators, real estate professionals, educators, and artists—often weaving in lessons learned from family dynamics, personal hardship, and career pivots. A distinctive element is the frequent inclusion of the host's family perspective, with wisdom segments from a father figure that offer practical life guidance after each interview. Episodes tend to blend candid storytelling with actionable takeaways on mindset, relationships, and pursuing authentic paths, making it a compelling listen for audiences who appreciat... more

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Recent guests on Better Call Daddy include:

1. Ariella Kay
2. Jerry Matz
3. Jey Young
4. Malisa Hepner
5. Robert Plank
6. Ryan Anthony Hernandez
7. Jonathan Mertz
8. Victoria Ola Bisi Makanjuola

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