Rephonic
Artwork for What a Hell of a Way to Dad

What a Hell of a Way to Dad

What a Hell of a Way to Dad
Parenting
Deadliest Warrior
Twin Peaks
Child Development
Fatherhood
Hallmark Movies
Switzerland
Indiana
Hawaii
Donald Trump
Childcare
Christmas
Halloween
Fight Club
Gen X
Geneva
Covid-19
National Parks
Parenting Challenges
Afghanistan

Francis and his ensemble talk about being in your 40s. Previously a podcast about being in your 30s. Parenting, Author interviews, movies and TV shows. We cover it all

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes620Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Society & CultureKids & FamilyParenting

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for What a Hell of a Way to Dad

Latest Episodes

This week Francis and Beth get on a big boat in the ocean as we sail the Disney Destiny Cruise ship. We talk about our favorite spots on the ship, how we like to relax, and what we're planning on next

Check out the store, and sign up for our twice ... more

Go Ad free by signing up at hellofawayto.dad/

This week Jack and Francis get the houses ready for Halloween. We have Halloween jokes, Home Depot Skeletons, Costco Pumpkin Pies, and the post school nap ready for you Sign up today to get mor... more

YouTube

October is finally here, and We've got some Halloween shows for you this month, starting with Evil Dead: The musical with Eric of the Soundtracker podcast. I found the most Community Theater, recorded on a handcam version of the musical on Youtube. Y... more

This week Francis is joined by Charles of the No Homework podcast to watch another episode of Deadliest Warrior. This time it's the Roman Centurion vs Rajput warrior. We've got gutted pigs, slabs of beef, and ballistics get torsos taking on giant cro... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
Lions Led By Donkeys PodcastLions Led By Donkeys
TRASHFUTURE
TRASHFUTURETRASHFUTURE
Blood Work
Blood Workbloodwork
Well There‘s Your Problem
Well There‘s Your ProblemWTYP is Justin Roczniak, November Kelly, Liam McAnderson, and friends.
Kill James Bond!
Kill James Bond!November, Abigail, and Devon

Recent Guests

Victoria Jackson
Actress and comedian discussed in relation to her early TV work
Self
Episode: MashCast Interlude - W*A*L*T*E*R Featuring SHOCKS
Eric Peacock
Guest from Soundtracker Podcast
Soundtracker Podcast
Episode: The Hobbit (1977) with Eric from Soundtracker Podcast
Josh Boerman
Podcaster with Worst of All Possible Worlds
Worst of All Possible Worlds
Episode: 1000 ways to Die with Josh Boerman
Dusty Gannon
Goth Dad, veteran, former infantry officer, musician
Goth Dad / Dusty Gannon and the Agonal Gasps
Episode: Getting arrested with Gothdad (Feat. Dusty Gannon)
Jasper Craven
Author and journalist who wrote God Forgives, Brothers Don't
Author of God Forgives, Brothers Don't
Episode: God Forgives, Brothers Don't w/ Jasper Craven
Nick Slayton
Guest on episode
Episode: Deadliest Warrior: Waffen SS vs Viet Cong -Preview-
Joe Kassabian
Author and podcaster, works on The Highlands Burn and has a history with Lions Led by Donkeys
Author of The Highlands Burn
Episode: The Highlands Burn with Joe Kassabian
Dylan Kilby
Public health emergency management professional with a focus on epidemiology and community health.
Episode: DadChat: Get your dang shots
David Infante
A writer and expert on the beer industry
Fingers.email and VinePair
Episode: Drinks with Dad (Feat. Dave Infante)

Hosts

Francis
Host of the show; frequent lead discussion facilitator and narrator.
Jack
Co-host providing banter, side commentary, and conversational rhythm.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 917 ratings
  • Fun dad chat

    Super random conversations that happen to align with many of my interests. Very much enjoyed the 1-hr sysadmin rabbit hole I just went down.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Post-JRE-support-group
    United States2 years ago
  • Mayo

    It horrifies me to know that my 1 year of 1 dollar patreon tier support went to something as horrible as buying a gallon of mayonnaise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdkdidjmd
    United States3 years ago
  • DO NOT GOOGLE "GROIN FLAP"

    Hey guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gini Gen
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Keep it up. Appreciate your insights and the advice is very well taken. Congratulations Nate and we’ll done Francis. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the great shovel
    United States3 years ago
  • The only way I could see the difference was to use

    The first time you have a chance at the top is the second one that I have a lot to do but I’m going back in a few

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chef cut
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the insightful takes and entertaining banter from veteran hosts.
Two dads vibe with relatable family-life stories and thoughtful, left-leaning vet humor.
Fans appreciate the balance of humor and serious discussion, plus engaging guests.

Top Society & Culture Podcasts

The Builders
The BuildersiHeartPodcasts and Kaleidoscope
METRO with Sarah Koenig
METRO with Sarah KoenigSerial Productions & The New York Times
Notes from the Edge
Notes from the EdgeGamut Podcast Network
Sold a Story
Sold a StoryAPM Reports
Stuff You Should Know
Stuff You Should KnowiHeartPodcasts
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
This American Life
This American LifeThis American Life

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Deadliest Warrior - Centurion vs Rajput
Q: Do you think the Rajput would have won the one-on-one battle in this episode?
Yes, the guest and the host agree the Rajput would win the one-on-one fight, based on the weapons demonstrated, combat style, and the portrayal of skill executing with a focus on precision and speed over brute force.
God Forgives, Brothers Don't w/ Jasper Craven
Q: So let's go ahead and talk about, the book is called God Forgives, Brothers Don't. Where did you come up with that name?
The phrase captures the core dynamic Craven identifies: brotherhood can become abusive at higher levels of command, and the motto reflects how decisive hierarchies can punish those who fail to fit the ideal of masculine loyalty.
The Highlands Burn with Joe Kassabian
Q: What inspired the mercenary culture in The Highlands Burn, and how does it reflect real histories you've studied?
The Foundlings embody the brutal yet practical reality of mercenary life, echoing historical campaigns and the Armenian experience, where loyalty is transactional and violence is a profession, not a spectacle.
The Highlands Burn with Joe Kassabian
Q: Where did the magic come from in this world, and how did you decide to implement a low-magic approach?
I wanted a grounded sense of magic with strict rules, avoiding gratuitous wizardry, and ensuring that magic comes with cost and consequence, shaping the military and political dynamics of the world.
DadChat: Checking under the hood
Q: Nate, how are you doing today?
I'm okay. I am getting back into the swing of things.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About What a Hell of a Way to Dad

What is What a Hell of a Way to Dad about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show blends candid parenting anecdotes with veteran-tinged perspectives, often pairing everyday family life with broader pop-culture and travel conversations. Episodes oscillate between travel diaries with relatable family dynamics, discussions of military and veteran culture, and thoughtful takes on movies, TV, and current topics, all delivered in a laid-back, humorous voice. Notable strengths include long-form, personable banter and a willingness to explore both lighthearted family moments and more serious observations about masculinity, leadership, and societal norms. The format tends to favor banter and personal storytelling over timely news, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy relatable dad-chat, cross-genre pop culture, a... more

Where can I find podcast stats for What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for What a Hell of a Way to Dad. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to What a Hell of a Way to Dad and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does What a Hell of a Way to Dad get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for What a Hell of a Way to Dad, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for What a Hell of a Way to Dad, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does What a Hell of a Way to Dad have?

To see how many followers or subscribers What a Hell of a Way to Dad has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

These podcasts share a similar audience with What a Hell of a Way to Dad:

1. Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
2. TRASHFUTURE
3. Blood Work
4. Well There‘s Your Problem
5. Kill James Bond!

How many episodes of What a Hell of a Way to Dad are there?

What a Hell of a Way to Dad launched 10 years ago and published 620 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for What a Hell of a Way to Dad from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of What a Hell of a Way to Dad. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on What a Hell of a Way to Dad?

Recent guests on What a Hell of a Way to Dad include:

1. Victoria Jackson
2. Eric Peacock
3. Josh Boerman
4. Dusty Gannon
5. Jasper Craven
6. Nick Slayton
7. Joe Kassabian
8. Dylan Kilby

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days