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Dan Wilson: Awesomeness Fatigue Jun 10, 2025

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This week, the legendary Dan Wilson joins Dadville from "the Minneapolis of California." You surely know Dan from the many, many, many hits he's written for The Chicks, Adele, Chris Stapleton, and dozens of others. Oh yeah, he's also behind one of the biggest hits of the '90s, "Closing Time." We unpack Dan's incredible career, from his time in Trip Shakespeare and Semisonic to his ridiculously long list of songwriting and production credits, and his new instrumental piano album, 'Goodnight, Los Angeles.'

Plus, discover what his 17-year-old jazz bass self would think of it all ("What happened to the bass?") and why parenthood is the ultimate "helpful constraint."

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The Dark Side of Sidewalk Chalk Jun 03, 2025

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In this episode, Dave and Jon dive deep into the hilarious (and sometimes infuriating) world of dad pet peeves. From Dave's intense dislike for sidewalk chalk on his property–a hill he declares he'll die on–to the endless battle against tiny wrappers on the floor and wet towels left anywhere but the rack, they air their most relatable frustrations. Jon shares his number one peeve, and they both lament the cans that don't quite make it into the trash. Amidst the abundance of humor, they grapple with the tension between wanting a tidy house and the perspective that "you won't care when they're 80."

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Heather Thompson Day: The $214.40 Question May 20, 2025

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This week we welcome Heather Thompson Day to the pod. She's a brand-new member of the That Sounds Fun Network and her new book, 'What if I'm Wrong', explores the tension between personal dreams and realities, the concept of God's grace, and the upside-down nature of the kingdom of God. She chats up the fellas about being faithful in your room, navigating life as biracial, and the best parenting advice she's ever received.

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Dr. Lisa Damour: Two Words That Will Help Every Parent May 13, 2025

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The fellas welcome renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour, PhD, to explore the emotional complexities of adolescence. Dr. Damour shares her experience consulting on Pixar’s *Inside Out 2*, where she helped shape the portrayal of new emotions like Anxiety, Embarrassment, Envy, and Ennui as 13-year-old Riley navigates her teenage years.

Then, Jon breaks out his homework and dives into Dr. Damour’s acclaimed books—*Untangled*, *Under Pressure*, and *The Emotional Lives of Teenagers*—which offer invaluable guidance for parents raising adolescents . She also discusses the intriguing Radish/Cookie experiment, shedding light on the importance of self-control and emotional regulation in teens.

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Amy Brown: Always Say Hi May 06, 2025

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Momville is back! We are taking this month to celebrate moms and first up is Amy Brown. You likely know her as the long-time co-host of the Bobby Bones Show, but her story is deep, inspiring, and somewhat hilarious. After relaying the incredible story of starting her career in radio (shoutout Culvers!), Amy talks about her experience as the mom of two adopted Haitian children, how much of her personal life she should share, and so much more.

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Tauren Wells: The Beauty of Joy Apr 29, 2025

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This week in Dadville, the fellas welcome Tauren Wells—singer, preacher, author, and full-time kid wrangler. His first book, Joy Bomb: Unleash Jesus's Explosive Joy for an Extraordinary Life, is a hands-on look at how to get more joy into your life. Tauren also spills the beans on starting his own church, raising four boys without losing his mind, and squeezing his own life into the cracks between soccer games and snack time.

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Dave Kozak: Plan Early and Pay Less Apr 22, 2025

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In this episode, we’re tackling the boss-level challenge of parenting teens headed for college with Dave Kozak of Elite College Planning. The fellas get real about the stress of saving for college (spoiler: most families feel behind), the ever-growing cost of tuition, and whether the whole college experience is actually worth the hype—or just a very expensive four-year experiment.

Enter Dave Kozak, our financial Yoda for the episode. He breaks down college savings like it’s Money 101 for Hogwarts parents—especially 529 plans, which are basically your magical vault at Gringotts. He also explains the difference between “green money” (the scholarships and grants—aka free money, the good stuff) and “red money” (loans, aka the dark side). Plus, he’s all about helping parents level up their strategy when it comes to understanding financial aid, college pricing games, and how to help your kid channel their inner Elle Woods and advocate for themselves.

So if college planning feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded, this episode’s here to help you figure it out—and have a little fun along the way.

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Dave and Jon: There's Something About a Private Jet Apr 15, 2025

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This week on the pod the fellas discuss how their neighborhood is attracting patrons with questionable parking instincts. Wait until you hear how the Barnes family enacted some swift justice. Also, they talk about the dilemma of dealing with scary and uncertain weather with your kids. Should you go to the basement or try and squeeze in a few more hours of sleep? All will be answered this week!

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Dr. Morgan Cutlip: Learn to Deal with Your Mental Load Apr 08, 2025

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The Doctor is back! Dr. Morgan Cutlip is our returning champion this week. She's an author, podcast, mother of two, and has a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Her latest book, 'A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex,' arrives today and is a hands-on book for couples who want to form a deeper connection and balance the mental load that we all have.

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Dallas Jenkins: Significant Results from Insignificant Moments Apr 01, 2025

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Dallas Jenkins is the creator of "The Chosen," a hit show about Jesus of Nazareth. Once the fellas collected themselves after seeing Jenkins' incredible lighting, they got right into what Jenkins thinks the secret sauce of the show is, how his faith has changed since working on the show, and how he taught his adopted son some tough lessons.

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