Welcome to Dad Mode Activated, the ultimate podcast for dads (and anyone who loves them) navigating the wild, messy, and rewarding journey of fatherhood. Hosted by Matthew, a dad of five navigating a beautifully blended family and the chaos of modern parenting, this podcast is your go-to guide for all things dad life. From hilarious parenting fails to real talk about discipline, co-parenting, and finding balance, Dad Mode Activated delivers relatable stories, actionable advice, and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you’re wrangling toddlers, tackling teen drama, or just trying to survive a family road trip, this podcast will remind you that you’re not alone, and that every dad has what it takes to leave a lasting legacy. With a mix of humor, personal stories, and practical tips, Dad Mode Activated is more than a podcast, it’s a community for dads who are doing their best to show up, even when life gets messy. Tune in, share your stories, and activate your Dad Mode! 🎙️ New episodes every week! 📲 Join the conversation with #DadModeActivated on social media! RSSVERIFY
The Working Dad’s Dilemma: How to Balance Work, Family, and Avoid Burnout | Fatherhood & Career Tips Being a working dad is tough—long hours, career pressure, family responsibilities, and barely any personal time. How do you balance work and family without burning out? In this episode of Dad Mode Activated, we break down real-life fatherhood challenges and give actionable strategies to help dads thrive in career, parenting, and...
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🚨 Are you struggling with how to discipline your kids effectively without breaking their spirit? Do you wonder if you're too strict or too lenient? In this episode of Dad Mode Activated, we’re tackling one of the biggest parenting challenges, finding the balance between discipline and development.
🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
✔️ The key differences between discipline and development
✔️ Common discipl...
🚀 Fatherhood, Leadership, and Laughing Through Chaos!
🚀 In this episode of Dad Mode Activated, we sit down with Matthew Crossley, the creator of Dad Mode Activated, to talk all things fatherhood, parenting, leadership, and navigating the chaos of dad life. From hilarious dad moments to real talk about balancing work, family, and personal growth, this episode is packed with dad wisdom, humor, and practical advice for parents every...
🚨 Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and stretched too thin? You’re not alone, Dad.
In this episode of Dad Mode Activated, we dive deep into dad burnout. What it is, why it happens, and how to manage it. Between work, parenting, and personal responsibilities, it’s easy to feel mentally drained, emotionally detached, and physically exhausted. But here’s the truth: you can’t pour from an empty cup, and taking care of yourself isn’t sel...
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Being a dad is tough. Being a divorced or single dad? That’s next-level challenging. In this episode of Dad Mode Activated, I dive deep into the realities of single fatherhood, from custody battles and co-parenting struggles to staying connected with your kids and rebuilding your life.
I’ve been there, and I know how tough this road can be. But here’s the good news: you can still be a great dad, no matter your circums...
Ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day? Between balancing work, fatherhood, relationships, and personal time, it can feel like you're constantly racing against the clock. If you're a busy dad trying to find more time for your family, kids, and personal growth, this episode is for you!
The truth is, we don’t need more time, we need to manage the time we have better. In today's episode of the Dad Mode Activated podca...
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of Dad Mode Activated: Fatherhood Unfiltered!
In today’s episode, we’re diving into The Dad Toolbox, the skills and hacks that every dad picks up along the way. From fixing broken toys to surviving family road trips, fatherhood is all about mastering improvisation, problem-solving, and embracing the chaos.
Here’s what we cover in this episode: ✅ The Evolution of the Dad Toolbox: How trial and error (and a sma...
Episode Title: Dad Mode: The Origin Story Podcast: Dad Mode Activated: Fatherhood Unfiltered
Welcome to the very first episode of Dad Mode Activated! This podcast is all about celebrating the wins, laughing at the fails, and tackling the everyday challenges of fatherhood with humor, heart, and honesty.
In this introductory episode, I share my journey into fatherhood, from becoming a dad for the first time to navigating life as a prou...
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