Business Dad

Business Grandpa: Raising an Entrepreneur with Chris Ohanian Feb 04, 2025

In this episode of Business Dad, I speak with my father, Chris Ohanian, the OG Business Dad, about raising socially aware children. He shares his experiences raising me and my stepsisters, discussing family traditions and how he managed life as a travel agent and business owner. This episode is close to my heart, as it also touches on my grandparents who were Armenian refugees, our family's weekend rituals growing up. This episode was originally released March 12th, 2020.

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The Kid Mero's Kids: Raising Kids and a Talk Show with The Kid Mero Jan 28, 2025

In this episode of Business Dad, I talk with Joel Martinez, aka The Kid Mero, about his experiences as a father, his career in entertainment, and his Dominican American heritage. Mero discusses the wisdom passed down from his own parents, and also touches on his journey from teaching to co-hosting successful shows like Desus and Mero on Showtime. This episode was originally released on March 5th, 2020.

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Planning Daddy Daughter Nights, with Parker Conrad Jan 23, 2025

In this episode of Business Dad, I interview Parker Conrad, founder of Rippling, an all-in-one, easy-to-use HR and IT platform for businesses. The episode touches on the values and lessons Parker aims to instill in his kids, the value of "daddy daughter nights", and seeing the world from your child's perspective. This episode was originally released February 27th, 2020.

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Navigating Fatherhood from Anxiety to Confidence, with Garry Tan Jan 14, 2025

In this episode of Business Dad, I talk to Garry Tan about our experiences being venture capitalists and fathers. We share parenting hacks, favorite morning routines and creative ways of being present for our children. The conversation delves into our work together as co-founders of Initialized Capital, and how being active parents influences their work life. This episode was originally released February 20th, 2020.

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Balancing NBA Stardom, Health Challenges, and Fatherhood with Chris Bosh Jan 07, 2025

In this episode, I sit down with 11-time NBA All-Star Chris Bosh to delve into the challenges of balancing a high-profile sports career with fatherhood. We discuss how Chris managed his legendary career and personal life, the instrumental support from his wife, Adrienne, and his emotional journey post-retirement. This episode was originally released February 13th, 2020.

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Co-Founding a Family, with Scott Belsky Dec 17, 2024

In this episode of Business Dad, Alexis Ohanian talks with Adobe's chief product officer, Scott Belsky, about being a present father. Scott shares his journey from co-founding Behance to becoming an author and a top executive at Adobe- all while raising three children. Scott talks about encouraging creativity and curiosity in his kids, managing time effectively, and the importance of integrating work into family life. Scott also offers insights into the challenges and joys of parenthood, emphasizing the need to be easy on oneself and the value of creating quality experiences with children. This episode originally aired January 30th, 2020.

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From Defensive End to Finance with Justin Tuck Dec 10, 2024

In this episode of Business Dad, I sit down with former NFL All Pro Defensive End Justin Tuck. Justin shares insights from his 11-year football career, his transition to an MBA and role at Goldman Sachs, and how he balances his work ethic with family life. The conversation delves into his family's daily routines and rituals, and how he remains an active father and husband despite his varied and successful career. This episode was originally launched January 23rd, 2020.

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Technologies Impact on Being a Dad with Nicholas Thompson Dec 03, 2024

In this episode of Business Dad, Alexis Ohanian talks with Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic. Thompson shares his views on screen time, the importance of dedicated family activities, and his unique bedtime story creation- Eggplant Parmesan. With a background including editing for NewYorker.com, Wired and authoring a book on cold war history, Thompson also discusses the impact of technology on work-life balance and his strategies as a hands-on dad. This episode originally aired on January 16th, 2020.

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When Parenting Is Not That Funny with Hasan Minhaj Nov 26, 2024

Alexis Ohanian interviews comedian Hasan Minhaj on the challenges of balancing an explosive comedy career and fatherhood. Hasan reflects on his journey from his role on 'The Daily Show' to his Peabody Award-winning Netflix series 'The Patriot Act', and discusses the demands of both his professional and personal life. They discuss the lessons learned from their immigrant relatives, and the importance of establishing routines with their families. Hasan also shares insights on how his upbringing influenced his career and perspectives on the future America his daughter will grow up in. This episode originally aired January 6th, 2020.

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Embracing the Family Business with Ken Burns Nov 21, 2024

Welcome to Season 2 of Business Dad! We're excited to kick this season off talking with legendary documentary film maker Ken Burns. Ken and Alexis talk about raising daughters who enjoy the family business, the best christmas gift Ken has ever received, and the value in visiting Revolutionary War sites with your family. You may be familiar with some of Ken's pupular documentaries, including his 4 part series on the American Civil War, Jazz, Baseball, Country Music, and more. Recently released is a series about the life and work of Leonardo Da Vinci, which he is executive producing and co-directing with his daughter Sarah Burns and son-in-law David McMahon.

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How to Show Up for Your Spouse with Kanyi Maqubela Jul 30, 2024

In this episode, Alexis talks to Kanyi Maqubela about his family's history of activism in South Africa, what it’s like raising two kids with an award winning pediatrician, and how he shows up for his spouse. Kanyi Maqubela is an investor and entrepreneur who is currently the managing partner of Kindred Ventures. Before that, Kanyi quit his job as a math and science teacher to work for Obama’s presidential campaign. He’s taught at Stanford and NYU, produced a documentary film, Taking Back the Grove, and launched HeartBeat Health, a company whose goal is to change how heart health is delivered across the world.

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Should My Kids Be Meditating with Dan Harris Jul 23, 2024

Alexis talks with 10% Happier founder and former NBC News Anchor Dan Harris about managing generational trauma, raising the kid you have and not the kid you want, and some parenting hacks to keep in mind if you work from home. Dan Harris is host of the 10% HAPPIER PODCAST, and author of the best selling self help book "10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head," "Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge," and "Found Self-Help That Really Works – a True Story." For 21 years, he worked at ABC News, where he was the co-anchor of NIGHTLINE and the weekend editions of GOOD MORNING AMERICA. He also reported from all over the world, including warzones and presidential campaigns. Before joining ABC, he worked for local news outlets in Boston and Maine. He lives in New York with his wife, son, and a gaggle of rescue cats.

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What We Can Learn About Parenting from Paella with José Andrés Jul 16, 2024

Alexis sits down with chef and restauranteur José Andrés and discusses the role of technology in the future of food distribution, the significance of having long tables, and what we can learn about parenting from paella. José Andrés is a Spanish American chef and restaurateur. He has won a ton of awards, both for his cooking and humanitarian work. He owns some of the most successful restaurants in America, and is often credited with bringing the small plates fine dining craze here. As if that is not enough, José is a professor and founder of the Global Food Institute at George Washington University, and the founder of World Central Kitchen, a non-profit devoted to providing meals in the wake of natural disasters, warzones, or other humanitarian crises where food relief is critical.

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The Doomed Plight of the "Cool Dad" with Bobby Hundreds Jul 09, 2024

In this episode, Alexis talks to Bobby Hundreds about being a second generation Korean American, how to find time for the things that matter to you, and the doomed plight of being a “cool dad”. Bobby Kim, also known as Bobby Hundreds, is one of the CoFounders of LA streetwear brand The Hundreds, and the LA food festival Family Style, creator of the digital collectibles “Adam Bomb Squad”, and the author of the bestselling books "This Is Not a T-Shirt: A Brand, a Culture, a Community" and "NFTS ARE A SCAM / NFTS ARE THE FUTURE."

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Why Raising Teenagers is Harder Than a Trek to the South Pole with Todd Carmichael Jul 02, 2024

Alexis is joined the founder and CEO of La Colombe Coffee Roasters, Todd Carmichael, as they discuss about how fatherhood grew his business, when he and his wife knew they wanted to adopt, and why raising teenagers is harder than a solo trek to the South Pole. You may also recognize Todd Carmichael from his role as host of the Travel Channel shows DANGEROUS GROUNDS and UNCOMMON GROUNDS. He is the inventor of the “draft latte,” which the La Colombe team says is one of the fastest-growing ready-to-drink beverages. And his new endeavor at Rebel Labs is developing a new kind of carbonation.

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When Your Podcast Becomes a Family Business with Roman Mars Jun 25, 2024

Alexis joins Roman Mars to discuss what it’s like raising twins, his upbringing in a low-income, single-parent home, and how becoming a father made him more brave. You may have heard Roman’s now trademark voice on the popular podcast 99% INVISIBLE, a show about the invisible world of architecture and design. Or from his record breaking 2015 TED talk, or his NYT best-selling book; The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design. Roman's children even made appearances in a Mail Chimp ad campaign associated with 99% Invisible, quickly becoming fan favorites.

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A Parental “Post Game” with Roy Wood Jr. Jun 18, 2024

Alexis talks to Roy Wood Jr. about their shared experience of losing a parent early in life, why Roy prefers quality time with his son in the mornings over bedtime, and how nothing can ignite your work ethic like becoming a father. You may know him from his years as a correspondent on THE DAILY SHOW, his appearances on David Letterman or his comedy specials; NO ONE LOVES YOU, THINGS I THINK, I THINK, and FATHER FIGURE... but what made Alexis want to talk to Roy about being a dad was one particularly video on his instagram, a parental post game where Roy was being interviewed by his four year old son.

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Raising a Family Like a Team Sport with Shane Battier Jun 11, 2024

Alexis talks to Shane Battier about his secret to a long and successful career in the NBA, what it’s like coaching his son's basketball team, and what he learned about parenting from his father’s work ethic. Shane is a former professional basketball player, having played for the Grizzlies, the Rockets and the Miami Heat—where he won two championships. He went on to work as the Heat’s Director of Basketball Development and Analytics and is now an angel investor in several companies he says “aim to reshape industries via disruptive tech.” He and his wife Heidi also founded the Battier Take Charge Foundation in 2008, an organization that provides resources for furthering the education of underserved youth, with a strong presence in Miami, Detroit, Houston, and Philadelphia.

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Why You Should Play Dungeons and Dragons with Your Kids with Rainn Wilson Jun 04, 2024

Alexis sits down with Rainn Wilson to talk about having a child during his meteoric rise to fame, playing Dungeons and Dragons with his son, and his emphasis on rewarding positive character traits. You may recognize Rainn from his roles in TV and film, including playing Dwight Schrute in THE OFFICE, the Peacock Travel series RAINN WILSON AND THE GEOGRAPHY OF BLISS and AMC’s thriller DARK WINDS, Or you may have heard one of his several podcasts, including: "Radio Rental", "Metaphysical Milkshake", and his newest show, "Soul Boom".

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Paid Family Leave and Running Your Family Like A Startup with Nate Blecharczyk May 28, 2024

Alexis is joined by Airbnb Cofounder Nathan Blecharczyk to talk about traveling the world with his family, the importance of paternity and paid family leave, and how becoming a dad changed the way he ran his company. Odds are you’re one of the 150 million people who have booked over 1 billion stays on Airbnb, an online marketplace that connects people who want to rent out their homes with people looking for a place to stay.

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Embracing the Grosser Parts of Parenting with Paul Scheer May 21, 2024

Alexis talks to Paul Scheer about how improv made him a good father, when he knew his wife was his ride or die, and why he doesn’t mind taking on some of the grosser parts of parenting. You know Paul from his roles in FX's THE LEAGUE and Showtime's comedy series BLACK MONDAY. Or from the popular film podcast “How Did This Get Made?”. Paul also has a new book, Joyful Recollections of Trauma, which is a memoir of essays about coming to terms with childhood trauma and finding the joy in embracing your authentic self.

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Creating a Set of Shared Family Values with Guy Raz May 14, 2024

Welcome to Business Dad! We are excited to kick off the season by talking to Guy Raz about making an early bet on the podcasting business, letting his kids run loose in Paris, and maintaining male friendships. You may be one of the 19 million people listening to his shows every month, from "The TED Radio Hour" to "How I Built This", to his podcast for kids, "Wow in the World". In addition, Guy has founded two media companies, written four books, and so much more.

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Premiering May 14th: Business Dad May 09, 2024

From Seven Seven Six and Realm, Business Dad is the podcast where Alexis Ohanian (Co-founder of Reddit) sets out to ask the most successful men across tech, sports, entertainment, media, entrepreneurship, and more: “how do you balance being a dad with a successful career?” Business Dad premieres May 14th.

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