Dads in Real Life Podcast

As dads, life can feel like a nonstop balancing act of work, family, and everything in between. In today’s episode, we discuss why having a daily routine is a game-changer for mental and physical health—and how scheduling self-care into your day can make all the difference.
We explore the power of waking up early to claim a few uninterrupted hours for yourself, the difference between routines and rituals, and why you need both to thrive as a dad. Plus, we share practical tips and examples for building a daily routine that aligns with what matters most to you.
Take charge of your day, prioritize your well-being, and set the tone for a better, more balanced life.
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As dads, it’s easy to put our mental and physical health on the back burner. Between work, family, and responsibilities, workouts and activities that recharge us often take a back seat. But what’s the long-term cost of always putting others first?
In today’s episode, we discuss the challenges dads face when it comes to self-care, the example we’re setting for our kids, and the systems and tools that can help overcome these obstacles. We share why making your mental and physical health the foundation of your daily routine not only benefits you but also helps you show up better for your family.
Join us for an honest conversation about breaking the cycle and building a stronger, healthier version of yourself.
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The holiday season hits differently as parents. In today’s episode, we share our favorite Christmas memories and family traditions from when we were kids—and how things have changed over the years.
We dive into the joys and challenges of connecting the past to the present, creating new traditions for our own families, and finding ways to make the season magical without losing our minds. Plus, we share practical tips for handling the stress of the holidays as a parent.
If the Christmas season feels like a mix of joy, nostalgia, and chaos, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more parenting conversations.
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Being a dad means wearing a lot of hats—but let’s be real, it’s not always easy to juggle family, work, and self-care. In today’s episode, we dive into overcoming challenges as dads, breaking the cycle of excuses, and finding ways to follow through when starting something new feels easier than finishing it.
We also reflect on how fatherly communication has evolved—from “actions speak louder than words” to understanding the value of vulnerability. Sometimes, your kids need to see the human side of you (Clark Kent) instead of the hero (Superman).
Join us as we share personal stories and practical tips to help you better connect with your family and grow as a dad. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on fatherhood!
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Why do we feel the need to finish what’s on our plate or binge-watch an entire season—even when we’re not into it? Today, we dive into how the environments and cultures we grew up in planted the seed of completionism.
 
We share personal stories about doing hard things, why they mattered, and how those moments shaped us as parents. Plus, we explore how being aware of our own upbringing can help us create a more mindful and supportive environment for our kids.
 
If you’re a parent striving to raise resilient and self-aware children, this episode is for you. Tune in, reflect, and let’s grow together. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more parenting insights!

This isn't the first episode as much as a coaching call that turned into a "what if" session.
We started off talking about how we combat "dad brain" (forgetting things and having a hard time recalling things), and scenarios we get ourselves into. Then we quickly found ourselves thinking about sharing our discussions with you.
Thus the creation of Dads in Real life.
We see a lot of "influencer" dads online that remind us that we need to work out and how to be head of the household, but we didn't find a lot of dads in our season of life (Travis with three kids under 5 and Robert with three kids over 5) sharing stories. So we decided to start recording our calls and all the various topics dads talk about. Plus being a decade apart in age we have different points of view and life experiences as well.
So here we are, two dads in real life (work-from-home dads), that talk weekly about topics that concern us in our season of life.
We Hope you can learn, laugh, and lounge with us as we chat about everything and nothing at all.