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Dadville with Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin

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Welcome to Dadville! Join musicians and sometimes-comedians Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin in the journey of life, love and the pursuit of dad-ding on the Dadville Podcast. Get your fill of dad jokes, laughs, and heartfelt conversations while these guests talk about parenting while leaving you with new lessons for your own kids. Stick around for visits from Momville as each share their unique ins... more

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Today, we sat down with entrepreneur and author Jordan Raynor, and honestly, we had so much fun reminiscing about Jordan's freshman year at Florida State that we practically skipped our own intro. Once we got past the twenty years of nostalgia, Jorda... more

Welcome back to Dadville! Today, we’re sitting down with our incredibly learned friend, Ian Morgan Cron. We usually try to keep things light and funny, but Ian brought some serious "strings on the bridge" energy to this one. As an author, psychothera... more

We’ve officially lost control of the microphones. Welcome to a special episode of Dadville—or as our daughters Zanna and Liv have rebranded it, Kidville. We thought we were the consummate podcasters, but the girls immediately put us in the hot seat t... more

In this episode, the fellas welcome financial expert Rachel Cruze to discuss the intersection of money, mindset, and family. As the daughter of Dave Ramsey, Cruze shares insights on growing up with a "money guy" and how she has carved her own path th... more

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Recent Guests

Liv McLaughlin
Dave Barnes' daughter, entering sixth grade
Barnes family
Episode: Kidville: The Daughters Take Over!
Zanna Barnes
Liv's sister, entering sixth grade
Barnes family
Episode: Kidville: The Daughters Take Over!
Rachel Cruze
Author and speaker focused on money and relationships
Author and speaker, daughter of Dave Ramsey
Episode: Marriage, Money, and the Mirror with Rachel Cruze
Charlie Worsham
Musician, multi-instrumentalist, podcast host
Nashville session musician and artist
Episode: The 13-Year-Old Self Rule: Charlie Worsham on Success and Perspective
Tyler Staton
Lead pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon; author
Bridgetown Church
Episode: Tyler Staton: The Dad Tax and Other Holy Subtractions
Eric Hutchinson
Singer-songwriter and musician, guest on this episode
Musician
Episode: Eric Hutchinson's Unplugged Norwegian Disaster
Lee Camp
Professor of theology and ethics; creator/host of No Small Endeavor
Lipscomb University; No Small Endeavor
Episode: Aim for a B+ With Lee C. Camp
Jon Acuff
New York Times bestselling author and speaker known for helping people get unstuck
Author and speaker
Episode: How to Survive an Empty Nest with Jon Acuff
Sara Watkins
Musician, Nickel Creek founding member, member of I'm with Her
Nickel Creek; I'm with Her
Episode: Sara Watkins’ Urgent Advice for Balancing Art and Family

Hosts

Dave Barnes
Host of the show; musician; leads conversations and introduces guests
Jon McLaughlin
Co-host; musician; guides discussions with guests

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Fantastic

    The episode with Stephen Kellogg was absolutely fantastic. SK is such a genuine guy, and his parenting perspective is very valuable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maggiecredeur
    United States5 months ago
  • Enjoy the banter!

    Can we get the dad on with three girl teenagers Matt referred to? We have four daughters and need all the advice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hamstra92
    United States6 months ago
  • Silly & SO Good

    1st- (I came across this pod via the intentional parents podcast interview y’all did 🙌🏼so I have a lot of catching up to do). As a Christian mom, it’s refreshing to hear Christian men, specifically dads, share how they are doing it right, need improvement & how they are going through life trying to be good dads & godly men. 👏🏼The interviews are incredible and I enjoy hearing their experiences growing up and how it’s affected their parenting. The comedy in each episode makes it fun and light... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    God's Girl -hc
    United States8 months ago
  • i don’t even skip the ads

    i am a single 45-year-old mom so i am NOT the target. but i look forward to dave and jon every week. they are so ridiculously funny (i listen to the ads just to see how they’ll vibe off of each other), great hosts buy most importantly, such incredible husbands and dads. i hope to lead my son to be a Jesus-loving man like these two.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sj_v2.0
    United Statesa year ago
  • Who DOESN’T have a private jet?

    Quintessential Dave and Jon! There were so many times I was laughing so hard during the driveway parker and the tornadic activity stories. One of the best pods…thank you two for the awesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hmt1019
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of faith, family, and music in meaningful conversations.
Guests consistently provide practical parenting takeaways and candid career stories.
Fans love the humor and heartfelt parenting insights.

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Kidville: The Daughters Take Over!
Q: Describe your dad in three words.
Liv: funny, early bird, and the king of the house; Zanna also highlights Daveness and warmth.
Marriage, Money, and the Mirror with Rachel Cruze
Q: What do couples fight about most when money is involved?
Fights often stem from fear, different money memories, and the stress of not matching each other's values, rather than the dollars themselves.
Sara Watkins’ Urgent Advice for Balancing Art and Family
Q: What is a standout live moment you'll never forget?
She recalls Telluride Bluegrass Festival, performing Wild and Clear and Blue with family in the audience, and the dog interruption that became a magical shared memory.
Sara Watkins’ Urgent Advice for Balancing Art and Family
Q: How did becoming a mother affect your approach to touring and performing?
She shares that motherhood reduced the intensity of stage nerves, allowed her to focus on bigger moments, and made her a stronger front person and teammate.
Sara Watkins’ Urgent Advice for Balancing Art and Family
Q: What was it like starting so young in a bluegrass environment and how did that shape you?
Sara explains growing up in a family and community that supported early musical exploration, the importance of shared spaces like jam circles, and how that communal culture taught her collaboration and humility.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dadville

What is Dadville about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, humor-driven conversation series hosted by two touring musicians who double as dads. Episodes blend candid family stories, parenting strategies, faith-informed reflections, and behind-the-scenes music industry anecdotes with a rotating cast of guests—from fellow musicians and writers to comedians and pastors—who share practical tips for balancing work, family, and personal growth. The tone ranges from lighthearted banter to serious discussions about resilience, vulnerability, and legacy, with frequent sponsor reads woven into natural storytelling. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on family life, faith, and authentic, long-form conversations that mix career insights with parenting wisdom, making it a reliable resource for listeners ... more

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1. Liv McLaughlin
2. Zanna Barnes
3. Rachel Cruze
4. Charlie Worsham
5. Tyler Staton
6. Eric Hutchinson
7. Lee Camp
8. Jon Acuff

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