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TDC 86: SwimKids (ft Krissy Bartlett)

Oct 18, 2019

Alex speaks with Krissy Bartlett of SwimKids, a Northern Virginia based organization that teaches water safety and swimming skills. Krissy brings a lot of knowledge to the conversation about the importance of learning to swim, including some of the powerful ways learning to swim at a young age helps with a child’s development. Give this episode a listen, and be sure to check out SwimKids if you are in the Northern Virginia area and are looking for an awesome place for your kids to learn how to swim!

TDC 82: Raising Teens (ft. Wendi Dunford)

Sep 20, 2019

Alex invites Wendi Dunford back to the show. Wendi is a licensed therapist and drops a lot of great knowledge on what is going on in the mind of a teen and how parents can connect with their teens… Something a lot of parents are looking for guidance on!

TDC 77: Responsibility & Content Creation – Brian Dunaway’s Story

Aug 7, 2019

Alex invites fellow content creator and podcaster, Brian Dunaway, on to talk about his journey from parent of 3 to an almost empty nester. He also shares some important bits of information about how you can engage with your kids about the video games they’re into and help them cope with the inevitability of online bullying. And, of course, since Brian Dunaway is on the show, he and Alex get a little nostalgic about video games.

TDC 76: Toddler Tantrum Stories

Jul 31, 2019

Instead of your typical story of fatherhood or parenting topic, Alex shares some funny stories directly from The Dad Chronicle Community about toddler tantrums

TDC 74: The Philosophy of Fun – Dr. Michael Rucker’s Story

Jul 17, 2019

Alex interviews Michael Rucker, Ph.D. who is writing a book about fun. They talk about the ways you can bring fun and joy into your parenting and how to be in the moment when spending time with your kids. Michael also recounts some of the struggles he’s had in life, from his marriage, not being able to run again, and the death of his brother, he’s been dealt some tough cards. But Michael comes out on the other end stronger because of it.

TDC 73: Be Yourself – Brian Ibbott’s Story (Coverville)

Jul 10, 2019

Alex interviews veteran podcaster and music aficionado, Brian Ibbott. Brian brings a lot of great wisdom and thoughts on how you can connect with your kids in a genuine way. He and Alex also talk about the exciting plans for Season 2 of America’s Next Top Podcaster.

TDC 72: Finding Balance – Stephen Schleicher’s Story (Major Spoilers)

Jul 3, 2019

Stephen Schleicher of Major Spoilers (www.majorspoilers.com) joins the conversation to talk about his perspective on fatherhood! They talk about why Stephen withholds certain information about his family from his public audience, how he embraces what his kids are into, and how he finds balance in his workday to spend time with his family.

TDC 70: The Cartoonist – Scott Johnson’s Story (Frogpants)

Jun 12, 2019

Alex has cartoonist, illustrator, and podcaster, Scott Johnson on the show to talk about fatherhood. Scott brings wonderful wisdom on how to be a supportive father to children who are interested in pursuing art or creative ventures; similar to the support his own late father showed him, which inspired him to become a full time podcaster and cartoonist. Scott shares his journey from becoming a father to now being a grandfather to his new grandson.

TDC 69: The Power of Therapy (ft. Wendi Dunford)

Jun 5, 2019

Alex invites therapist Wendi Dunford on the show to talk about de-stygmatizing therapy. She provides some wonderful insight into how therapy can be extremely beneficial to your children and family life in general. Wendi also shares some important information on how partners can support their wives through postpartum depression.

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