The Evolved Dad Shortcast

Are we raising our kids... or running experiments?

In this raw, unfiltered rant, I’m calling out the obsession with parenting labels—gentle, authoritative, free-range, helicopter - you name it.

We've boxed ourselves in trying to “pick the right style” instead of doing the real work: learning, adapting, and actually knowing our kids.

This episode isn’t about tearing down ideas. It’s about freeing yourself from the need to ...

They told you to fake it ’til you make it—but what if the mask is killing you?

Let's peel back the mask.

In this episode, I confront the brutal cost of pretending everything’s fine when inside, you’re on the brink.

We dive into the pressure we feel to put on a brave face—for our kids, our partners, our careers—and how that “fake it” mentality steals our authenticity and leaves us exhausted.

I share raw, real-life moments when I was cr...

In Episode #101, I rip off the Band‑Aid and get real:

Fatherhood isn’t a badge you earn by showing up—it’s a journey of relentless self‑improvement.

You can preach healthy habits all you want, but if you’re not living them—skipping workouts, mindlessly scrolling, snoozing through your mornings—you’re teaching your children that mediocrity is acceptable.

I’ll lay out why your personal growth is the cornerstone of leadership, how mode...

I started this journey in June 2023 with nothing but a mic and a promise to become a better dad.

Two years and one hundred episodes later, I’m looking squarely at the parts of myself I wish I could redo—the mornings I wasn’t present, the conversations I missed, the hurts I can’t undo.

This milestone isn’t about patting myself on the back; it’s my raw, unfiltered confession of where I failed and how I clawed my way back.

In E...

In the hush of your child’s bedtime, there’s a magic only your voice can unlock.

In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with storytelling genius Gonzalo Paoli to uncover how a simple spark- your own words, can ignite a universe of wonder in your kids minds.

By the end of our conversation, you’ll feel confidence as you learn to weave everyday moments - your morning commute, a spilled bowl of cereal, even a trip to the grocery...

Ever feel like every self-proclaimed “expert” has you on a leash?

I call BS on guru worship—exposing how free advice is really a power play that keeps you stuck.

You’ll discover why blindly chasing thought leaders is poisoning your potential, and exactly how to break free: define your own vision, curate a real board of mentors, and filter out the noise for good.

Press play and reclaim your growth—before the next hot take buries you...

The world’s on fire—politics, tech, media, all of it.

President Trump’s back in headlines.

Elon’s shaking up the system.

And while the world argues, you're missing the real lesson...

In this episode, I talk about the power of burning it all down.

The way leaders rebuild companies.

The way fathers can rebuild their lives.

What actually matters.
What actually works.

And how you can lead your family.

Cutting the fluff, a...

Warning: This one might sting a little. But it could be exactly what you need to hear.

Still blaming the world for your stress, your marriage, or your short fuse with your kids?

You’re not stuck. You’re just avoiding *******.

In this episode of The Evolved Dad, Jonathan throws the excuses out the window and gets brutally honest about what it actually takes to transform—from half-present father to full-blown leader of your home.

No ...

Most dads think they’re “close” with their kids.

But what if closeness is a lie we tell ourselves to avoid the truth?

In this episode, I flip the script — instead of asking how close you are, I challenge you to ask: how distant have I become?

This isn’t about guilt. It’s about awareness. Distance doesn’t show up all at once — it creeps in slowly through phones, routines, distractions, and assumptions.

And if you don’t measure that gap ...

Most men hear the word emotions and instantly check out.

They mock it. Avoid it. Pretend it doesn’t apply to them.

But here’s the hard truth:
The moment you walk through your front door, your emotional state shapes everything—your marriage, your kids’ future, your legacy.

In this episode, we rip the mask off the “tough guy” lie and show you how owning your emotions is the real flex. You’ll hear a raw, relatable story every...

“What if you only had a year left to soak up every laugh, every hug, every priceless moment with your family?

In this episode, I dive into that bold question head-on, sharing real-life stories about how one busy dad flipped his schedule to make room for the people who matter most.

Tune in for simple, real-world tips on turning your ‘someday’ plans into tangible, right-now actions.

Because life’s too short to keep waiting for ...

We’ve all heard the advice: Live like it’s your last day! But let’s be real—you’ve still got bills to pay, responsibilities to handle, and a life to build. So how do you balance making the most of today without neglecting the future?

In this episode, I reflect on a powerful lesson from a mentor who knew how to prioritize what truly mattered—family. We’ll explore how to create meaningful moments with your loved ones, not through gran...

In this episode, Jonathan, The Evolved Dad, explores the transformative power of journaling and its parallels to fatherhood.

He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, letting go of past burdens, and focusing on personal growth.

Through journaling, individuals can gain clarity in their thoughts and emotions, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life as a parent and individual.

Chapters:

00:00 The Power of Journaling

02:50 Fathe...

Most dads are just trying to keep up—work, kids, maybe a little time for themselves.

But what if you’re missing something deeper?

In this raw, no-BS conversation, I sit down with Rem (@dadswithmics) to talk about real fatherhood—the struggles, the wins, and the unspoken truths.

From escaping burnout to leading at home, from cold showers to parenting hot takes (yes, we debate washing dishes as a “manly” act), this is the podcast yo...