Dad Drive

Between raising kids, paying bills, managing schedules, and figuring out what's for dinner, marriage starts to feel like running a small corporation.

In Episode 21 of Dad Drive, we're talking about how marriage changes after 21 years, three kids, and a whole lot of life. From family calendars and selective hearing to date nights, concerts, and the little things that keep love alive, we're finding the humor and heart in growing toget...

Gas. Groceries. Car payments. Utilities. Kids who somehow eat everything in the house. Everything costs more—and dads are feeling the pressure.

In Episode 20, we talk about the invisible “Dad Math,” the pressure to earn more, cutting our own wants first, and the dangerous moment when “Do I make enough?” becomes “Am I enough?”

Plus, some practical ways to take back a little financial breathing...

Somewhere along the way, we became the guys with multiple weather apps, comfortable shoes, strong opinions about parking spots, and bodies that make sound effects every time we stand up.

In Episode 19 of Dad Drive, we’re talking about the terrifying realization that we’re becoming the old guys. Our kids are speaking in brain rot, baggy jeans are somehow cool again, songs from our youth are ancient, and fifty suddenly doe...

As our kids become teenagers, they don’t stop needing Dad; the job just changes.

In Episode 18 of Dad Drive, I talk about learning to give my teens space while still making sure they know I’m here. We get into music and playlists, video games, the dreaded “I’m fine,” knowing when to give advice, and why some of the best conversations happen in the car when the music suddenly gets turned down.

Our job isn...

Remember when hanging out with your friends required absolutely no planning? Now two grown men trying to grab lunch together need six weeks, three calendars, and permission from the universe.

In Episode 17, we’re talking about what happens to male friendships as we get older. I’ve been blessed to still have college buddies in my life. We still talk occasionally. But somewhere between marriage, kids, careers, bills, and e...

It finally happened. I’m turning off lights, guarding the thermostat, competing with the GPS, carrying every grocery bag in one trip, making noises when I stand up, and saying things I swore I’d never say.

In this episode, we’re laughing about that terrifying moment when you realize: I’m becoming my dad. But underneath the dad jokes is a bigger question: which parts of him am I becoming?

Some things are worth ...

Dad, Who Are You Besides Dad?

Dad. Husband. Provider. Fixer. Driver. Problem-solver. But underneath all those titles…who are you?

At 48, I’m realizing I’m not always sure I know the answer.

In this episode of Dad Drive, I get personal about identity, getting older, carrying things quietly, opening up to your spouse, and figuring out who you’re becoming when so much of your life has been about taking care of e...

Ted Lasso may get the spotlight, but the rest of Richmond has plenty to teach us too. In Part 2, we look at Roy, Jamie, Higgins, Beard, Rebecca, Nate, Sam, Keeley, Trent, and even Rupert—and pull out practical lessons about presence, breaking cycles, trust, friendship, character, and unconditional love.

Because sometimes becoming a better dad means learning from the good examples—and recognizing the bad ones.

Drive safe. ...

Ted Lasso may be a show about soccer, but some of its best lessons have nothing to do with the game.

In this episode of Dad Drive, we look at what Ted gets right about leadership, relationships, and fatherhood—from being curious before judging and believing in our kids when they don't believe in themselves, to setting boundaries, admitting when we're struggling, and apologizing when we get it wrong.

Because great dads aren't pe...

Summer is almost over.

The vacations are behind us, the credit card bill is showing up, the kids are heading back to school, and somehow you're wondering if you need a vacation from your vacation.

In this episode of Dad Drive, we talk about the real aftermath of summer—the money we spent, the memories we made, the stress we carried, and why the moments our kids remember are rarely the ones that cost the most.

We'll discus...

Family vacations are supposed to be relaxing... so why do they sometimes leave dads more exhausted than when they left?

In this episode of Dad Drive, we talk about the real side of family vacations—the budgeting, planning, packing, parenting, marriage, and the chaos that comes before, during, and after the trip. You'll also learn practical ways to reduce stress, stay connected with your wife and kids, and create memories that ...