The Modern Dad Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Are there shows or movies that you would like to see remade, rebooted, or continued? Matt and Nic talk about their thoughts. Let us know your thoughts @TheModernDadCo
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We can't believe that it is back to school already! Matt and Nic talk about the upcoming school year, changes to schooling and what is ahead for their kids. What is the new school year going to look like for your kids? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Ever wonder what it is like to be a pilot? Matt and Nic talk to a commercial airline pilot to find out if it is anything like Top Gun or if he can even fly a jet like Maverick. Are you getting your pilots license? Do you have a question for Mike? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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For all you coffee lovers out there, we are talking coffee with special guest Levy, founder of Industrial Coffee here in Nampa, Idaho. Join the conversation; what is your drink of choice? How are you preparing your coffee at home? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic talk about the advice that they have gotten from their parents and the advice that they have given their kids and will give in the future. What great advice have you been given? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt is getting forgetful and trying to get to the bottom of it. Is social media ruining your memory? Can spending too much time in front of screens damage your mental health? Nic and Matt discuss this, and Matt is thinking of doing a media and/or electronics fast. Would you be able to stop using social media or watching TV for 30 days? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic talk with Dan a local pastor that has just returned from Romania and Ukraine. Dan shares what saw and incredible stories of his time there during the current conflict and also how we can help.
Get in touch with Dan and Good News Community Church to give money to local churches in Ukraine that are making a difference. https://www.goodnewsidaho.org/
There were too many stories to fit into one episode... Nic & Matt continue to tell crazy dad stories with our guest Michael. Has anything really crazy happened to you? Share it with us @TheModernDadCo
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Matt & Nic discuss crazy dad stories with guest Michael. You won't want to miss Matt's story of a drunk woman showing up on his doorstep at 2:30 am! Has anything really crazy happened to you? Share it with us @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and his wife celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary with a trip to Florida and a visit to Disney World. So we are talking about getting away with your wife. Where would you go? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic recap Father's Day and talk about their Father's Day traditions. As your kids get older there is a change in how the day is celebrated and the gifts and communication changes. What did your kids do for you? What did you do for your dad? Share it with us @TheModernDadCo!
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Matt and Nic have a guest, Calvin the owner-operator of Nuisance Nabbers, where they take care of nuisance wildlife in the southwest Idaho area. With Matt's recent experience with mice, we want to talk to the professional varmint catcher. Have you ever had a pest, and had to remove it yourself? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic talk about what to do when your wife leaves on a trip and leaves the kids with you. Or how you can get away and leave your kids with someone else. What have you done Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic are feeling the pinch of the economic times and crazy inflation... what can you do to help or beat the inflation woes? We discuss what we are doing and ideas of what we can can do. Are you doing something that is working?
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Are there certain clothes that you shouldn't ware depending on your age? Are style and fashion timeless? Nic and Matt will discuss, and share some opinions.
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This week Matt & Nic are joined by guest dad Von, and we are talking about extreme hobbies that you can do with your kids. Dirt biking, paintball, and martial arts... is that extreme enough? What crazy hobbies do you do with your kids? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Are there shows that your wife watches that you just cannot stand? Matt and Nic talk about the shows that they would prefer to not watch over and over, once was good enough. Does this ever happen to you? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic talk about the ongoing remodeling of their houses. for Matt, the finish line is close to being done with the remodeling. How is your remodel going? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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We live in a crazy world! What do you tell your kids to keep them safe? When do you have key conversations to give them insight into the dangers that are around them? Nic, Matt and Branden talk through what they are doing and what is coming up. Join the conversation @TheModernDadCo.
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We are talking about potty training your kid... not you. Matt, Nic and Branden discuss what worked and what didn't. What worked for you? Or are you going through potty training right now? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt & Nic talk through the approaching parenting decisions with their kids, social media, and keeping your kids safe online. How do you handle social media with your kids? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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The world going crazy! But you have been hearing that for years... should you be a prepper? What you you and your family do to have food or supplies in lean times or just have on-hand. Should you stockpile toilet paper? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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So we were not watching the Oscars, but we sure heard about the Will Smith and Chris Rock slap, you have probably heard about it too. What did you think, staged or real? Matt, Nic, and Branden share their thoughts. Share yours with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Maybe we shouldn't be eating sugar at all? Matt and Nic discuss a book that highlights the history of sugar, the rise in dieabiteis, and the habits of our culture. What have you stopped eating? Or what should you stop eating? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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It is weird to think about I know... but you should plan sooner than later for your retirement and what you would like your life to look like when the kids are out of the house. Matt, Branden, and Nic talk about the thoughts and plans that they have. What is your plan? Maybe you are already there, what went well, and could you have planned for better? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Have you gone to Disneyland recently? Well, Matt has and it was an awesome family trip full of Modern Dad moments, so listen in for tips and insights on what the park has that is new and fun for the whole family. Did Matt and his family miss out on something? Share your tips for Disneyland travel with our community! @TheModernDadCo
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Parenting can be hard, especially if you and your significant other are not on the same page. Branden, Nic, and Matt talk about mom's and dad's parent styles. Have you ever had a time when you and your wife have disagreed on parenting? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt bought a car, in this market could be hard to find what you want. Should you buy used, new, finance it, lease it, pay cash for it? There can be lots of questions when preparing to buy a car. the guys discuss all the options. Join the conversation @TheModernDadCo
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You know those things that you do over and over, a habit. We are not talking about your typical vices, those things that ruin your life... like you just can't live without Dr. Pepper. Do you have any vices like that? Branden, Nic, and Matt discuss their clean dad vices. What is one of yours? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Nic, Matt, and Branden talk about college and other paths to a career for your kids. Do they need a degree? Can you even save enough to send all your kids to college? These are the questions that we all have, let's talk about, join the conversation @TheModernDadCo.
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He also goes by numerous nicknames, including "The Dark Knight", "the Caped Crusader", "World's Greatest Detective" and the "Defender of Gotham". This week Matt, Nic and Branden talk about Batman movies. What is your favorite Batman movie? Who was the best person to play Batman? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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The guys discuss health, fitness, and the things that you might want to try to improve your dad bod. What are you doing to keep your dad bod in shape? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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There are some pretty crazy diseases out there and Matt, Nic, and Branden talk about the weird ones that they have had. Also, we can't talk weird sickness without talking about injuries, so the guys discuss that too. What weird sickness or injury have you had? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Are you a pet person? The guys discuss the pros and cons of pets. Should you get a dog or a cat? what other pets should we be considering or avoiding? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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With travel opening up a little bit to certain places Matt, Nic, and Branden talk bucket list items, the places that they want to visit before they die. What is on your bucket list? Is there a place that we missed and should add to our list? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic reflect on 2021 and starting The Modern Dad Co. podcast and share the vision, some dreams on where we want to take the show, and the brand to entertain and inform Dad's out there. We are having a lot of fun and we want you to get involved in the conversation and join this community. Hit us up anywhere that you can find us more to come in 2022!
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It's the holiday season, Christmas is this week! Nic and Matt talk about the great or not-so-great traditions they have with their families. What traditions do you have? Share them with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt, Nic and Branden talk about how to narrow down what to get your wife for Christmas. What are you getting your wife? How do you decide what to get her? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt, Nic, and Branden share their favorite Christmas movies. What is your favorite Christmas movie? Did we miss any good ones? Share it with us @TheModernDadCo
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Matt needs a new hobby, should start gaming more seriously or just keep casually gaming with his kids? Branden and Nic give input and help him decide, you can join the conversation and let Matt know what you think too. Join the conversation @TheModernDadCo
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Is Black Friday shopping worth it? Matt, Nic, and Branden discuss the pros and cons of Black Friday. Are you venturing out?
Don't forget about Thanksgiving, is going to be great! Make sure you stop and be thankful for everything you have this year and spend time with your family. Please share your Black Friday or Thanksgiving stories with us @TheModernDadCo
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Branden, Matt and Nic talk about what a Man Cave is and dreams for theirs. What do you want in your Man Cave?
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Matt, nic and Branden revisit Dad Jokes. The try and tell their best ones for you. What is your favorite Dad Joke? Share it with us.
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The guys discuss the things they hope to see in their lifetime, whether discovered or invented. Matt, Nic, and Branden have ideas from Sci-fi or just those things they don't want to do anymore. What would you like to see invented or discovered in your lifetime? Share it with us.
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As we come up on Halloween Matt, Nic and Branden share real life scary stories from their lives. Hold on to your seats, and beware if you scare easily!
Do you have a scary story? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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What would you do for $1,000,000? Matt, Nic and Brenden pose the question to each other. What would you do? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Branden, Matt and Nic tackle the topic of Bigfoot, are they real? We have some different thoughts, what are your thoughts and beliefs on Bigfoot? Join the conversation @TheModernDadCo
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Matt, Brenden and Nic discuss accidents and funny things that happened while in Dad Mode. Has this happened to you? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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We talk about those things that were cool as a kid but didn't hold up, and our kids may not be are probably not into things now or would have no interest in them. What things from your childhood didn't quite hold up? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Nic and Matt talk about their honey-do-lists and how they are getting things done. Is your honey-do-list full? What's on it? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic are joined by guest dad, Braden, to discuss shows and video games from their childhood that they want to share with their kids. What things do you want to share with your kids? What things from your childhood should not be shared with your kids? Share them with us @TheModernDadCo.
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Matt and Nic discuss things you should do cheaply and some that you can get by on the cheap. Did we miss anything? Let us know on Twitter @TheModernDadCo.
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Nic and Matt talk about what movie they would want to be transported into and what hero or villain they would be. Share your answers with us! @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic discuss books from school, are your kids now reading the books that you had to read in school? with the new school year starting may your kids are going to read a book that you might remember... if they are, share your thoughts with us! @TheModernDadCo
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Nic and Matt discuss some of the things that they would have done when they were younger... not really regrets, just those things that might have been better at a younger age. what do you wish that you would have done when you were younger? Share it with us. @TheModernDadCo
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Matt and Nic reflect on having their first kid and discuss when the right time is to have your first. When did you have your first kid, was it the right time? Are you planning on having your first? Join the conversation @TheModernDadCo
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Nic and Matt discuss if there is a time to say no to your wife and maybe why you might. Let us know if you agree or if we have it all wrong. Join the conversation on Twitter.
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Matt and Nic talk about movies that are kid-friendly and good movies for family movie night. What movies do you watch on with your kids? Share it with us.
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Nic and Matt talk about their DIY projects, where they are at, the struggles, the plans, and where they are at on them. What projects are you working on? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic talk with the first Modern Dad Podcast guest, DJ Dina who is about to have his first baby. We try to give him good advice and share what we learned having our first kids. Did we miss anything? Have some advice for DJ? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic talk about the changes to the community in their area and the influx of people moving into the area. How do you keep the culture and values from getting lost?
Is your city changing? How are you keeping the culture and values alive? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss the funny things that their kids have said. What funny things have your kids said? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss a dilemma that we have all faced, "Should I leave my job?" it can be a tough decision, but we are here to help you weigh the options. Have you ever gone through this? are you going through this right now? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss the go-to TV shows to binge-watch. What is your favorite TV show to watch? Share it with us.
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I'm so good at sleeping, I can do it with my eyes closed!
Come it was inevitable that we would do an episode of Dad jokes on the Modern Dad Podcast... What is your best Dad Joke? Share it with us.
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Nic and Matt discuss their biggest mistakes whether it was funny, embarrassing, or life-altering. Have you ever made a mistake? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss the worst cars that they have owned. What was your worst car? Share it with us.
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Nic and Matt discuss the movies that they are embarrassed to like. What movies do you secretly like? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss their favorite brands and the go-to ones that you can never go wrong with. What are your go-to brands? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic talk about great hobbies that you can take up with your kids. Did we miss any good ones? Share it with us.
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DIY is a good way to go but when should Dad hire a professional? Nic and Matt discuss this and share their experiences. Have you had a DIY disaster and should have hired a pro? Share it with us.
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There are a lot of superheroes out there. Which one do you identify with? Who would you be? Matt and Nic discuss it and pick the superhero that lines up best with their personalities and share why.
Who would you be? Share it with us.
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What habits did you get from your dad? Matt and Nic discuss the habits they got from their dads, the good or the bad. Share with us the habits you got from your dad!
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Nic and Matt play Would You Rather. What games do you play with your kids? Share it with us.
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What song would you be embarrassed to be caught sing to? Matt and Nic share the songs that they are embarrassed to like. Did a song that is on your list? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss Fathers Day gifts and ideas of what Dads want for Fathers Day.
What are you hoping for? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss injuries and near-death experiences. Have you ever had a near-death experience? Share it with us.
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Nic and Matt revisit grooming! A listener pointed out that we didn't talk about hair cuts and products the first time around, so we are coving the items that we missed and providing updates on things we talked about last time. Let us know if the is something that you would like to have use cover!
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What are you doing this summer? Matt and Nic give you some idea of how to make memories with your family and have some fun this summer. Did we forget something good? Share it with us.
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Every Dad needs some basic power tools. Nic and Matt talk about the ones they like and what you need when you are starting out.
What is your favorite power tool or power tool kit? Share it with us.
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What music do Dads listen to? Matt and Nic discuss the music they like and why they like it. What music did we miss? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss being healthy and how to start with fitness and goals. Goals and challenges for change are good! What works for you? How do you keep fit and trim?
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Nic and Matt discuss cool tech that can improve The Modern Dad's life and be fun at the same time. Did we miss something? Share it with us.
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Who is the best TV Dad? Matt and Nic list their top 10 favorite Dads from TV shows they grew up watching. Did we miss one or two? Share it with us.
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We discuss careers and some of the worst jobs we have had. What was the best or worst job that you have had? What is your dream job? Share it with us.
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What do you get your Mom or Wife for Mother's day? We have a discussion about where to start and share some ideas on gift-giving if you don't know where to start.
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Matt and Nic explore grooming and cover tips for every Dad. Find out what you can do to groom yourself better, your significant other and the world will thank you for listening!
What are your grooming tips? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic talk about style. How can you level up your style and the basics that you need to have your closet!
Did we miss anything? What are the essentials for your style? Share it with us.
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Nic and Matt share cars that they would love to have. What is your dream car? Share it with us.
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Matt and Nic discuss movie recommendations for the Modern Dad. What can a Dad watch during this time in the world when we are stuck at home more than any time before.
What is your go-to movie? Share it with us.
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