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Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)Author: Adam Flaherty, Marc Checket
Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket are two dads from suburban New England. And while they might think theyre pretty funny and cool, the world clearly does NOT need another white dude ramble-cast. Thats why Modern Dadhood explores what it really means to be a "dad" in 2024 through candid, authentic, and often hilarious conversations with diverse dads of all walks of life including famous dads, NOT famous dads, dads-to-be, step dads, grand dads, trans dads, and more. By celebrating present, engaged parenting and commiserating over common fatherhood challenges, listeners will gain new perspectives and feel empowered to become more present and mindful fathers, raising the next generation of kick-ass, world changing kids. Expect a mix of humor, heart, and 90s nostalgia in each episode. Modern Dadhood is a 2025 Signal Award winner, including the Gold award in the category Family & Child-Raising! #moderndadhood #fatherhood #parenting #dadding #dadpodcast #parentingpodcast Language: en Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Parenting, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Finding Calm in the Parenting Chaos | Kirk Martin on Triggers, Patience, Problem Solving
Episode 131
Friday, 24 October, 2025
Ever find yourself losing your cool when your kid melts down, or scratching your head as they refuse to clean up their room (again)? Turns out, there’s a surprising science behind keeping calm amid the chaos of parenthood. We're joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the immensely popular Calm Parenting podcast. Kirk is the proud dad of one grown son, Casey, and “America’s Calm Coach” to thousands of families around the world. Kirk shares his journey from career military upbringings to a unique problem-solving approach that’s helped countless parents reframe their reactions and connect deeply with their kids. Whether you’re raising a strong-willed, high energy kid, or just want to inspire more harmony at home, Kirk’s insights offer practical, uplifting wisdom for every dad (and mom!)Topics Include:• Navigating meltdowns and emotional outbursts in kids and understanding what's really going on beneath the surface.• Shifting parenting habits from authoritarian styles to problem-solving and connection-based approaches.• The importance of parents regulating their own emotions to positively impact children's behavior.• Recognizing and working with individual differences in children, even among siblings and twins.• Practical strategies for tackling persistent challenges like messy rooms, homework battles, and resistance.• The significance of affirming and bonding with children, especially in moments of weakness or conflict.• Normalizing triggers for both parents and kids, and using tools like a “trigger board” to foster open communication.• And more!LINKSCelebrate Calm (website)Calm Parenting PodcastCalm Parenting (Instagram)Calm Parenting (Facebook)Caspar BabypantsSpencer AlbeeModern Dadhood (website)AdamFlaherty.tvStuffed Animal (Marc's kids' music)MD (Instagram)MD (Facebook)MD (YouTube)MD (TikTok) #moderndadhood #fatherhood #parenthood #parenting #parentingpodcast #dadding #dadpodcast













