Dads Gonna Dad

Dads Gonna Dad

2 dads who talk about dad life and restaurants and vacations and of course, our wives!

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June 18, 2025 27 mins

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Today's episode is Ryan interviewing himself about his new venture, a cooking show on Instagram. Also, what is Ikigai and how did it change his life!

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March 18, 2024 44 mins

After an eight month layoff, your affable, fun loving and poetic hosts are back again for another fun episode of Dads Gonna Dad. Going guests-less in the premier episode of their second season, we welcome you to listen closely and fact check all of the glaring inaccuracies that are discussed. 

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January 13, 2024 29 mins

A solo episode sans Jeff...We aren't fighting despite what you read in the tabloids. Stay tuned!

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June 11, 2023 47 mins

Ryan and Jeff from a 2 month hiatus refreshed and raring to go for another run. They meet up this week to discuss what they wanted to be as children and what may have prevented them from getting there. 

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This week, we are thrilled to welcome Kevin Schneider on the podcast. Kevin and his wife both received their doctorates from the University of Michigan in Chemistry. A renowned storyteller, Kevin shares how they met, their early travels in post doctorate work, having two daughters who are now 15 and 18 as well as how an opportunity opened up to be a co-owner of a new brewery, Ancillary Fermentation (AF) in Raleigh NC. We welcome yo...

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This week, we have a drop in guests by the name of Kayla Hagen. Ryan's daughter is home from spring break, hanging out with the family and is kind enough to give us a little while to discuss Marine Biology as well as memories that are ingrained in her mind. Join us as we are fortunate enough to welcome one of our kid's on for the first time!

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Ryan and Jeff had the great pleasure of welcoming photographer and director Julian Ungano "into the studio" for a riveting discussion on career success, learning experiences and being the youngest of six kids. Julian and his wife Julia welcomed their first son five months ago which leads us to discuss how perspectives change and the decisions that may be impacted. 

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Ryan and Jeff's much better halves join us for this insightful, funny, introspective look on parenting from different perspectives. The four tackle the differences on parenting four kids vs. one kid, what stage they miss most vs what they are looking forward and those eye roll moments that accompany any great marriage. The friendship and love between these four is apparent as we welcome all to join, listen, learn and enjoy!

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Ladies and Gentleman, this week we get the pleasure of having not just one but TWO Hagens on the podcast at the same time. Identical twins, separated at birth, Ryan and Kurt have long searched for each other.........yeah, we're just kidding on that matter. 

Kurt and his lovely wife are expecting their first child this summer. Join us as Jeff, Ryan  and Kurt have an enlightening conversation on role models, becoming a ...

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This week, Ryan and Jeff are in for a real treat. The man, myth and legend Danny Rosin joins. Business owner, entrepreneur, philanthropist, Danny discusses the beginning of "BAND TOGETHER", the power of giving back to the community,  and his excitement and zest for life and those in it. Join us as we sit back and take in all the lessons and stories. 

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This was a fun episode when one of our great friends, David Wilson, stops by to chat about his dog Cora, the lessons derived from his father, prospects of parenthood, his favorite book recommendations and more.

Filled with insight and a unique perspective, David shares his experiences and perspectives on life and how they contributed to who he is today. 

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James Ross is back and ready for what 2023 may bring! Jeff and Ryan are happy to bring back one of our favorite guests and friends to discuss the holiday season, new years traditions and potential goals for the coming year. 

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December 22, 2022 34 mins

This week, Ryan and Jeff go back to the beginning and take this episode guest-less as they dive into their PPP goals (Personal, Professional and Podcast) while also discussing the holiday season, Christmas traditions and what they hope to take out of the holiday season as well as what their kids will hold onto.

Happy Holidays everyone!!!!! 

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This week, Ryan and Jeff are visited by Reid Beaver, currently a successful attorney heading up the HR Department at Central Piedmont Community College outside of Charlotte. Reid's quizzed on a variety of fun topics and brings his innate, caring nature to the podcast sharing what it means to be a part of a community and providing for others. A world class chef and father, we invite you all to relate to the common bonds that ar...

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Due to unforeseen colds and viruses in the air, Jeff and our special guest had to cancel this week! Ryan takes the airwaves solo to discuss his love of Jeff, holiday traditions, and answer a few instagram questions we've received. 

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Ryan and Jeff take a trip to VA to discuss food, fatherhood, and career with Josh Flippo. We invite you in as we discuss Paella, our love of smoked meats and the demands of career with our passion for those undertakings. Everything is on the table from trade schools, unrealistic salary expectations and the demands of the job. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording.

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This week, Ryan and Jeff sit down with James Ross who is Dad to a five year old son and a three year old daughter. Through all the laughs and good times, these three Dads discuss parenthood, those special one on one moments and memories from your childhood as well as what it was like parenting during the pandemic. Come join us on this raucous, inspiring,  and fun adventure. 

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Ryan and Jeff have a dear friend and an old neighbor join them on this week's episode. Adam Fister drops by to share some insightful parenting knowledge, his experience of being a parent while spending twenty years in the Air Force and the friendships he's been able to forge with this kids. Known as the "Neighborhood Dad" and "Neighborhood husband," Adam's always been there for his friends and sha...

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October 25, 2022 48 mins

Your lovable co-hosts are back in a brand new episode. Our dedication, love and admiration for our wives is visibly apparent as we discuss our relationships, communication, and happiness along with our keys and perspective to manage the expectations. 

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