
Francis and Nate bring you weekly dad chats, plotting the growth of their daughters and themselves. Episodes are interspersed with interviews with various authors and journalists. The hosts are both veterans, so also expect a lot of meandering stories
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 601 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyParentingGovernment | |||

Dusty Gannon of the Goth wave band Agonal Gasps joins Francis to discuss being in the military, changing your personal brand, and how to prepare for an arrest
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This week Francis and Beth go to Chicago for a dance competition and stop at some roadside towns to take in the midwest culture. We stop off in Atlanta Illinois on the way up to visit some giant fiberglass friends, and Pontiac Illinois on the way hom... more
This week Jasper Craven joins Francis to discuss his latest book "God Forgives, Brothers Don't".
Pick up Jasper's book here in either Hard Cover or Audiobook format - bookshop.org/a/25702/9781668087190
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Nick Slayton joins Francis to dive back in Deadliest Warrior, and we're picking one of the most confusing and potentially offensive episode for the big comeback. We'll dip in and out of Deadliest Warrior in the coming months as there's a whole well o... more
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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.
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
Hey guys.
Keep it up. Appreciate your insights and the advice is very well taken. Congratulations Nate and we’ll done Francis. Thank you.
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
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Two veteran dads share weekly conversations about family life, parenting wins and struggles, and practical everyday hacks, often weaving in personal anecdotes from military service and life abroad. Interspersed with author and journalist interviews, the show blends candid banter, humor, and thoughtful commentary on topics ranging from parenting teens and domestic life to pop culture, travel, and current events. A notable throughline is the hosts' transparent, opinionated dynamic, which keeps conversations relatable for fellow caregivers while spotlighting guests who bring additional expertise or storytelling flair. For potential listeners, the mix of warm camaraderie, practical parenting notes, and occasional deep dives into broader subject... more
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