Welcome to The Fun Dad Dean & Wife podcast, where we cut out all the BS of parenting and dive straight into the real, raw, and hilarious moments of family life....
In this episode, we’re joined by Daisy and Joe, the founders of Smartphone Free Childhood—a rapidly growing movement encouraging parents to delay giving smartphones to their kids until at least Year 9.
We dive into the dangers of early smartphone use, explore practical alternatives, discuss the challenges parents face, examine the Parent Pact, and unpack the alarming mental health statistics among children. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious about the impact of technology on young minds, this conversation is packed with insights and actionable advice
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Ep 21: Parenting, Comedy, and Jack Skipper: Being a Modern Dad
In this hilarious episode of Fun Dad Dean & Wife: Unfiltered, Dean and Sara sit down with special guest Jack Skipper, a comedian who has recently skyrocketed to fame on social media and is now taking his talents on tour.
Jack shares his experiences as a modern dad, offering funny and heartwarming insights into his parenting style and the challenges (and joys) of fatherhood. From laugh-out-loud observations about kids to relatable dad moments, this episode is packed with humor, honesty, and plenty of parenting wisdom.
Tune in for an unfiltered chat that will leave you laughing and nodding along!
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Ep 20: Too Early for Christmas, Too Scared for Gymnastics?
In this episode, we dive into the tricky world of parenting decisions. What do you do when your kids refuse to try something new—like a gymnastics class—just because they don’t know anyone? We share our recent nightmare with this and debate the best strategies for helping kids push past their fears.
Then, we shift gears to talk all things Christmas: Is it too early to start putting decorations up? How much is too much when it comes to holiday spending on kids? Join us for a fun and candid chat about the joys and challenges of parenting during the Christmas holidays.
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Ep 19: Is An All Inclusive Holiday Worth it With the Kids?
We've just returned from an all-inclusive holiday in Lanzarote, and in this episode, we dive into the highs and lows of our trip. Plus, in our featured segment, Who is in the Right?, we tackle an important question: should you let your child make changes to their appearance if it’s something that really bothers them?
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Ep 18: Should Kids Do Chores? Plus, Why Our Daughter is Terrified of Halloween
Our brand new feature kicks off in this episode: Who is in the right? This is where we discuss a situation in which parents disagree and come to a conclusion about who is in the right.
We also talk about Dean's least favourite thing to celebrate: Halloween, and why our daughter is absolutely terrified of it.
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Welcome to The Fun Dad Dean & Wife podcast, where we cut out all the BS of parenting and dive straight into the real, raw, and hilarious moments of family life.
Join Dean and his wife, Sara, as they navigate the ups and downs of raising kids with a refreshing dose of humour and authenticity. From tantrums to triumphs, this podcast is your go-to destination for relatable parenting stories, practical advice, and plenty of laughs along the way.
So, grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) and tune in for some real talk about the joys and challenges of modern parenthood.