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Dumb Dad Podcast

Kevin Laferriere and Evan Kyle Berger

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It's pronounced Dad, the "dumb" is silent. Comedians Kevin Laferriere and Evan Kyle Berger are just a couple of dads trying to have a little fun along the way. We believe the only way to erase the stigma that Dumb Dads get painted with is to parent harder, not dumber. Brought to you by BetOnline
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Learn from the leadership journey of purpose-driven changemaker CEOs & leadership insights from top global thought leaders and best-selling leadership book authors. Your host Mahan Tavakoli, who Thinkers360 recently named as one of the top 10 global thought leaders on management, has over 25 years of executive leadership experience and serves as a consultant and coach to some of the highest-performing organizations and CEOs. In the conversations, you will learn from the leadership journeys o ...
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The Dads are back from the first leg of their tour and immediately ready for back to school. Evan gets ahead of himself telling his oldest who his classmates will be while Kevin procrastinates on his first PTA responsibilities of the year. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – https://…
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Middle managers often get a bad rap, seen as roadblocks to change and innovation. But Emily Field flips this narrative on its head. As a McKinsey partner, Emily saw firsthand how empowering middle managers unlocks an organization’s potential. In this insightful interview, Emily Field, McKinsey & Company partner and coauthor of Power to the Middle: …
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Get ready to climb the mountain of vulnerability in leadership. In this engaging discussion with Jacob Morgan, author of Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization, you’ll learn why vulnerability plus leadership can transform organizations. In the conversation, Jacob Morgan sh…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Garry Ridge, former CEO and Chairman of WD-40. In the conversation, Garry Ridge shared his origin story and how a quote from the Dalai Lama helped him focus on organizational purpose. Next, Garry explained his why and the how behind making WD-40 an organization where people can co…
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Evan's kid is back in braces trying to get the teeth in his mouth in order, because as we all know, the mouth is the floor of the nose. Also, Kevin decides to lay down the reading hammer on two kids who just got home from a full day of camp while Evan scares his already anxious oldest into thinking he might be headed to jail. Chi-town! STL! Nashvil…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Hooman Motevalli, the author of, Don’t Be a Crab: A Practical Guide to Building Strong Joyful Relationships. Motevalli’s journey from the tumultuous backdrop of revolution and war in Iran to becoming a transformative thinker in leadership and p…
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On this episode, Kevin questions whether or not he's pushing his kids hard enough in their extracurriculars and also why Evan has never asked him to play piano for him. Also, Evan almost crushes his children in a outdoor movie screen while Kevin digs himself into a hole at the beach. Chi-town! STL! Nashvile! We're going on tour! Get your tix here -…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli hosts Andrea Sampson, an expert in strategic storytelling and the co-founder of Talk Boutique. Andrea Sampson talks about the fascinating intersection of brain science and storytelling, emphasizing why humans are hardwired to respond to stories. As an experienced speaker's coach for TEDx Toro…
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Evan has screen time guilt that has been quelled by the kids heading to camp. Kevin faces the Palm Desert heat with a Chuck E Cheese, a free soda and an overwhelmed car AC. Meanwhile Evan's wife has an unprecedented Dumb Mom Moment doing a late night cleaning sesh (so was it dumb or was it stressed), while Evan has a legitimate Dumb Dad Moment putt…
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In this special episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli, usually the host, is in the spotlight as he is interviewed by Enrique Acosta Gonzalez for the Developing the Leader Within podcast. Mahan, CEO of Strategic Leadership Ventures and a highly regarded thought leader shares profound insights on leadership, drawing from his ex…
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Evan is feeling better about this week of summer, of course it's only Tuesday. Meanwhile, Kevin is burning through ten minute activities with his kids - mostly involving water balloons. Evan discovers a crispy piece of trail mix might have in fact been dental work and Kevin causes a doctor's office scheduling mishap on his last day of health insura…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick, an expert in leadership development and the author of Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership. Grant shares his journey from Toronto, Canada, to his extensive experience in Asia, where he has spent over two decades honing his leadership skills. Drawing on his d…
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Retired US Navy Admiral Kyle Cozak shares his inspiring journey of resilience and leadership in this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast. From his upbringing in Las Vegas to his life-altering accident, Admiral Cozak's story is a testament to the power of trust, positive thinking, and determination. He emphasizes the importance of clear com…
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Summer is in full swing and Evan is already in it with ear tubes, teeth coming in every which way, and travel. Meanwhile, Kevin narrowly escapes rollercoaster trauma at Legoland. While Kevin's family walks out of the theme park taking a big L his 5 year old can't let go of, Evan is turning into an old man with a candy pocket. Chi-town! STL! Nashvil…
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In this captivating episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Greg Wooldridge, the only person to have led the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy's renowned flight demonstration squadron, three times. With his unparalleled experience and unique insights, Greg Wooldridge shares valuable lessons on leadership, team dynamics, and the pur…
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We're joined by special guest comedian, Gary Vider! Gary is a New York City based stand-up comedian, with appearances on CONAN and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Check out his new special, "It Could Be Worse" on Youtube! We've been bingeing his new podcast, #1 Dad, and couldn't wait to have him on to talk about it! Gary goes a little more in-d…
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In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Pete Steinberg, a seasoned rugby coach, leadership consultant, and author of the book, Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success. With a rich background in coaching women's rugby at P…
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The end of the school year, Father's Day and scissor injuries, oh my! On this episode, Kevin and Evan talk about getting through the last day of school, summer beginning and their Dumb Dad moments. Kevin traumatizes his daughter with a critically acclaimed film, while Evan realizes there's a time and place for jokes and that time is not at midnight…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Scott Mautz, a renowned leadership expert and the author of The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. Scott brings decades of experience from the corporate world, including a distinguished career at Procter & Gamble,…
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Summer is coming and Evan is scared, but Kevin is focused in on what really matters - the recycling bin. On this episode, Evan accidentally turns baseball into a contact sport with a 9 year old, while Kevin's daughter teaches him a bit about life after breaking her arm on her birthday. We're going on tour! Come see us in Chicago (August 5th), St. L…
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In this engaging episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli hosts NY Times Best Selling author and serial entrepreneur Dave Kerpen. The conversation focuses on Dave Kerpen’s most recent book, Get Over Yourself: How to Lead and Delegate Effectively for More Time, More Freedom, and More Success. In the episode, Dave Kerpen emphasize…
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In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jonah Berger, Wharton School professor and internationally bestselling author of Magic Words, Contagious, Invisible Influence, and The Catalyst. In the conversation, Jonah Berger talked about the role of influence in our lives and leadership. He explained why influence is a tool…
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On this episode, Kevin laments that summer camp isn't free and plans to run for office on a free summer enrichment platform. Meanwhile, Evan is aghast that his kid thinks he grew up without color tv, despite the fact that color tvs only became popularized about 10 years before his DOB. Also, Kevin misses the dress code at a PTA gala and Evan can't …
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In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Barbara Kellerman, a renowned expert in leadership, Harvard Kennedy School Professor, and a prolific author. Kellerman's latest book, Leadership from Bad to Worse: What Happens When Bad Festers, serves as the focal point of this di…
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On this episode, Evan and his family support Liverpool F.C., while Kevin supports screen time. Evan has a rough day get that ends with him taking a spill in front of a bunch of 8 year olds and their parents, while Kevin scours Home Goods for a lost library book. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow …
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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Robert Wolcott, a renowned expert on innovation and the co-author of Proximity: How Coming Breakthroughs in Just-in-Time Transform Business, Society, and Daily Life. In the conversation, Rob Wolcott shares his groundbreaking insights on how digital technologies are r…
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On this episode, Kevin admits he mistrusts a lot of strangers and Evan thinks everyone should open doors for each other, which he has been doing since his 20s. Also Kevin doesn't feel like an adult despite being entrusted with the PTA and Evan speeds narrowly misses being pulled over on Mother's Day. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscri…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Rob Sadow, the co-founder and CEO of Scoop and the mastermind behind The Flex Index. As a leading expert on the future of work, Rob shares his invaluable insights on navigating the seismic shift towards hybrid and flexible work arrangements. Drawing from his extensive experienc…
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On this episode, Evan realizes pool time is a great time to focus on your family, partly because it would be weird if he had his phone in the YMCA pool. Also Kevin encourages his daughter to be a little too competitive in baseball while Evan leaves his wife hanging in a parking lot. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more …
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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Tim Ringel, the visionary CEO of Meet the People, a trailblazing agency that's reshaping the advertising and marketing landscape. With a career spanning decades and continents, Tim Ringel brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on the challenges and op…
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Kevin is experiencing his first time working long hours away from his kids. Meanwhile Evan has a DIY go wrong while Kevin doesn't pick up the signals his kid is dropping. It can be hard to be a kid...and a parent! The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – https://bit.ly/3t6tE9M We’ve got D…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Cameron Herold, a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and author of the book The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO. With a wealth of experience as a COO and having coached numerous companies worldwide, Cameron shares his invaluable insights on the critical role of th…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dave Ulrich. Known as the Father of modern-day HR, Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, and a partner at the RBL Group, a consulting firm focused on helping organizations and leaders deliver value. Dave Ulrich has publi…
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Kevin took a long roadtrip to a city he doesn't love the way he used to. Meanwhile, Evan opens up about working on blowing his fuse too quickly and Kevin struggles to get his kids out of school early. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – https://bit.ly/3t6tE9M We’ve got DUMB DAD MERCH…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Jerry Colonna, CEO of Reboot.io and the renowned CEO coach known as the “CEO Whisperer.” Jerry Colonna is also the author of the groundbreaking books Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up and Reunion: Leadership and t…
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Evan is slowly handing over his yard over to the animal kingdom, while Kevin continues his attempt to get his kids to love baseball by making them play in the rain. Also, Evan finds out the key to a good yard is through your wallet. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – https://bit.ly/…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Alden Mills, three-time Navy SEAL Platoon Commander and INC 500 CEO. Alden Mills is also the author of three books, the latest of which is Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want. Throughout the conversation, Alden shares his insights on navigating ch…
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It's Baseball Season and both of the Dumb Dads are on the field. Kevin gets his first view of feral sports parents, while Evan's just happy to play catch with. Also Kevin has to pitch a full game in front of people having never played baseball. Don't worry, he only hit one kid. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb …
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Jason Gulya, a higher education AI Strategist, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and organizations. As someone who initially resisted the idea of becoming a teacher, Jason's journey is a testament to the power of adaptability a…
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Spring has sprung while Evan's nose has sprung a leak. Plus, Evan and his family are starting a wildlife preserve in their backyard complete with squirrel picnic tables. Meanwhile Kevin shares his medical expertise and Evan fails at trash duties. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – h…
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with JJ (Projjal) Ghatak, a seasoned technology executive who has held key roles at companies like Uber and is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of OnLoop, a habit-forming, genAI-powered goals and feedback platform for high functioning teams. Projjal Ghatak shares his unique insights…
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In this engaging episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in an insightful conversation with Paul Daugherty, the group chief executive of technology and chief technology officer at Accenture. During the episode, Paul Daugherty emphasizes the criticality of adopting a technology-focused mindset and embracing constant…
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It's Spring Break and both dads are off on family adventures, Kevin to the exotic pool...at his parent's house and Evan to a fun family-friendly resort...down the street. In this week's Dumb Dad's Moments, Evan accidentally on purpose orders three pairs of sneakers to various locations. Meanwhile Kevin, the PTA president, gets crowned Easter Bunny …
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David Rubenstein, co-founder & co-chairman of Carlyle Group & President of the Economic Club of Washington DC. In the conversation David Rubenstein shares his journey from working at the White House to starting one of the largest private equity investment firms globally. He also t…
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Evan wonders aloud how wrong he was for parking illegally, BUT he's been doing it for years. Also, Kevin freaks his kid out before a test and Evan gets way more involved in a school project than he meant to. The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more Dumb Dad Pod, follow us on social – https://bit.ly/3t6tE9M We’ve got DUMB DA…
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In this captivating episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Greg Wooldridge, the only person to have led the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy's renowned flight demonstration squadron, three times. With his unparalleled experience and unique insights, Greg Wooldridge shares valuable lessons on leadership, team dynamics, and the pur…
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Daylight Savings Time happened and we're all still recovering or we're just regular tired. Kevin doesn't want to pay for fun and Evan deals with a meltdown in a parking lot. Also, Kevin's up all night with his coughing child while Evan forgets to do anything to prepare for Daylight Savings, but honestly, would it have mattered? (Producer Note: It w…
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In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli interviews Daniel Burrus, a world-renowned futurist, strategist, and author of The Anticipatory Organization: Turn Disruption and Change into Opportunity and Advantage. In the conversation, Daniel Burrus shares his powerful framework for anticipating the future and shaping strateg…
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Evan's mom has knee surgery and it makes him consider his own rapidly aging body. Kevin is slowly losing his Dad abilities as his wife stays home for a bit and steals his gig. Meanwhile, Evan almost sets his house ablaze. I mean, he says it wasn't dangerous, but who's really to say? The Dumb Dad podcast is also on Youtube. Subscribe here! For more …
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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Brad Zimmerman, a seasoned business consultant and coauthor of The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures. With over thirty years of experience guiding businesses to success, Brad brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the table. Throughout the c…
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