Best Bug S Dad Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 95: AuDHD, Auditory Processing, & A Bug in My Head with Judy, Pt. 1 1:23:32

6d ago1:23:32

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Turn off the overhead lights and be sure not to wrinkle the bedsheets, because our friend and #1 fan, Judy, is sitting down with us on the plush carpets of Pod Loft 3.0 to share her story, and you just know she has some very specific sensory requirements. In Part 1 Judy is divulging how a comment from an esthetician led her to an ADHD diagnosis, ho…

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N.D.T.V. Ep. 1: Who’s That Girl? 43:23

12d ago43:23

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This week we’re mixing things up and giving you a taste of our long-awaited Patreon debut. Grace and Christopher are releasing the pilot episode of their new bonus series, N.D.T.V., where they’re infodumping about their favorite neurodivergent television characters. First up, they’re diving into Season 1 of New Girl and taking a look at the quirkie…

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Running Errands like a Dad Boss! 51:05

15d ago51:05

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Episode 194: Errands, IKEA, & Dads Getting Stuff Done Like a Boss Dads, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and tackle that to-do list! In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re talking all things “Dad Errands”—from navigating the maze that is IKEA to piecing together flat-packed furniture without losing your cool. Plus, we’re embracing our inner…

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Ep. 94: ASD & Gestalt Language Processing 1:30:04

18d ago1:30:04

1:30:04

Open your umbrellas and secure your waterproof bibs, because we’re about to rain a cats-and-dogs amount of knowledge down uponst you, and if you’re listening to this podcast, chances are your fronts are already soggy enough as it is. This episode Professor Grace is going back to her speech language pathology roots, because those degrees have gotta …

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Excessive Heat Warnings and Bug Bites 🦟 54:08

24d ago54:08

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Episode 193: Surviving Heat Waves and Bug Bites—The Dad's Guide to Summer Struggles Summer isn’t all BBQs and pool parties—sometimes it’s heat waves that melt your will to live and bug bites that turn your kids into human pin cushions! In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re tackling the not-so-fun parts of summer: how to survive those bliste…

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Ep. 93: A Casual Chickening 1:35:55

27d ago1:35:55

1:35:55

Fire up your frying pans and prepare to have a yard-to-table scramble in about 6-8 months, because you’re about to learn how to raise a brood of hens from chicks to egg-laying ladies and it doesn’t just happen overnight, so be patient. This episode Kristin is resurrecting Hobby Collectors to share her amateur backyard chicken knowledge. She’s cover…

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Ep. 92: ADHD & Sleep–Power Down Hour 1:22:28

1M ago1:22:28

1:22:28

Pop some melatonin and put on a pot of sleepytime tea, because we’re bringing you a nightcap of knowledge and there’s no better foundation for learning than a well-rested brain. This episode, Kristin is a huge hypocrite as she teaches us about the importance of sleep. She’s covering the four stages, how sleep (or lack thereof) impacts our brains an…

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Aging Like a Dad—How to Deal with Getting Old 49:59

2M ago49:59

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Episode 192: The Dad Awakening—Realizing You’re Not in Your Twenties Anymore Dads, it’s time for a reality check—you're not 21 anymore, and your back probably reminded you of that this morning! In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we're diving into the bittersweet realization that we’re not as young as we used to be. From creaky joints to realiz…

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Bagel Bite #35: A Zucchini Surplus 36:30

2M ago36:30

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Light your candles, pop on some Toni Braxton, and don’t forget the tahini, because we’re resurrecting a smattering of subjects from episodes past and it’s crucial that you have your séance/sauce requirements at the ready. This episode we’re following up on the topics nobody asked about, such as what a convertible is and isn’t, which local Maine law…

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Back to School Blues & The Great Sidewalk Debate 57:05

2M ago57:05

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Episode 191: Back to School Blues & The Great Sidewalk Debate: A Dad’s Guide to the Returning your Children to School. School’s in session, and so is a whole new set of challenges for dads everywhere! In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re diving into how to mentally prepare for the big back-to-school shift in family dynamics. From the chaos…

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Ep. 90: Autism Rat Hole 55:00

2M ago55:00

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Sharpen your sporks and secure your adult bibs, because we're serving up a fast and current meatpile of knowledge and it’s a lot harder to learn with a messy little front. This episode Professor Kristin is looking at a new study out of Japan showing an interesting correlation between inflammatory markers in the blood and autism. She’s providing a b…

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Goodbye Summer! ☀️ 53:50

2M ago53:50

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🎙️ Episode 190: The End is Near—of Summer, That Is! Pre-Back to School Survival Guide for Dads As summer starts packing its bags and the school year creeps closer, it's time to shift gears from poolside lounging to homework helpin'. In this episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re diving into the deep end of the dad pool with tips and tricks to make t…

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How far is too far??? 49:06

2M ago49:06

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🎙️ Episode 189: When to Yell at Other People's Kids + A Dad's Guide to the movies Welcome to another insightful and hilarious episode of the Top Dad Podcast! In this episode, we're tackling a tricky but important topic: when is it okay to yell at other people's kids when they're over at your house? We'll share our experiences, dive into the dos and…

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Ep. 89: An AuDHD Charcuterie 1:09:49

2M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Now that we’re back down in the basement where we belong, we’re ready to crank up the heat with a steaming hot charcuterie board of AuDHD topics. This episode Grace is taking you down the rabbit hole of her screenshots folder and sharing some important AuDHD insights from therapists and fellow content creators. She’s covering different ways to stay…

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Disaster Dads 59:19

3M ago59:19

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🎙️ Episode 188: Disaster Dads: Preparing for the Unexpected In this episode of "Disaster Dads," we dive into the world of preparedness for the most unpredictable scenarios, from natural disasters like tornadoes to the fantastical but thrilling concept of a zombie apocalypse. Join us as we explore practical tips, essential gear, and strategic plans …

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Ep. 88: Wet Little Fronts 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Keep those feet dry and for the love of god, stay out of the trenches, because we’re diving deep into the wonderful world of gangrene and things are about to get soggy. In an episode that will make you think twice about frolicking through puddles, Kristin is informatively infodumping her hard-earned wisdom regarding your favorite tissue death disor…

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When Inclusion Goes Awry 47:56

3M ago47:56

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🎙️ Episode 187: "When Inclusion Goes Awry: Navigating the Challenges of Parenting and Inclusion" Welcome back to the Top Dad podcast, where we tackle the toughest parenting topics with humor, honesty, and a dash of dad jokes. This week, we're diving into a serious but essential topic: what to do when inclusion goes wrong. As parents, we all strive …

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Bagel Bite #34: Send Her to the Seaside 36:46

3M ago36:46

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“Is Stockholm syndrome a genuine phenomenon, or simply a term foisted on a woman who didn’t respond the way society expected her to?” This is the question posed by author Rebecca Armitage in her article, Is Stockholm Syndrome a Myth?, and one we’re attempting to answer this episode. In a flamin’ hot Bagel Bite, we’re paying tribute to the incredibl…

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"The Ultimate Dad's Guide to Summer" 37:40

3M ago37:40

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🎙️ Episode 186: "Seltzers, Sand Traps, and Summer Shenanigans: The Ultimate Dad's Guide" Welcome back to the Top Dad podcast, where we take dad jokes seriously and summer fun even more so! In this episode, we dive into the sun-soaked world of summer lovin'—dad style. Join us as we crack open some ice-cold seltzers, share our best (and worst) golf s…

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Ep. 87: Law-Abiding Citizens 54:54

3M ago54:54

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Wriggle into your water shoes and prepare to get sweaty, because we’re coming to you live from a boiling hot swamp to deliver some almost-up-to-date ADHD medication news. In this little squeaker of an episode, Kristin is educating us on an ongoing lawsuit involving the online medical management company, Done., that saw huge success during the pande…

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Who's your daddy? 1:02:35

3M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

🎙️ Episode 185: When is it no longer cool for your kids to call you Daddy? Join us on Top Dad as we dive into the emotional journey of kids transitioning from "Daddy" to "Dad." Plus, hear about Ken's wild summer at the Y and lakeside with Uncle Bert, and Matt's European escapade through Switzerland and Paris. Don't miss out on the laughter and insi…

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Bagel Bite #33: Little Bombs 33:26

3M ago33:26

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This country may be going to hell in a handbasket, but that doesn’t mean your phalanges have to follow. In a super patriotic 4th of July episode, Kristin is spreading the good word on how to stay safe during the firework season. She’s using her trauma room experience to bring you the 10 Commandments of Not Blowing Yourself Up, with helpful tips suc…

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Dad Moves: Mastering Chaos in Real Estate 29:03

3M ago29:03

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🎙️ Episode 184: Dad Moves: Mastering Chaos in Real Estate Buckle up, dads! In this episode of Top Dad, we dive into the hilarious chaos of buying, selling, and moving into a new house when you're in your 40s. From questionable fatherly insights to unpacking pandemonium, join us for laughs and plenty of Dad jokes as the Top Dads navigate the real es…

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Ep. 86: Sherbert Girls 1:20:09

3M ago1:20:09

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Unsheathe your spoons and prepare for a brainfreeze of knowledge, because we’ve got a wicked sweet tooth and the only way to satisfy the cravings is with some cold soft facts. In this creamy segs-only episode, Kristin is spending Informative Infodumps exploring the crucial dairy differences between your favorite frozen sweet treats. She’s teaching …

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Bagel Bite 32: Heartburn Buddies 43:31

4M ago43:31

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Grab a shovel and a buddy and get to digging, because this episode we’re putting our true crime knowledge to the test and using some strategic body doubling to hide a body. In this three-meat scramble of a Bagel Bite we’re tying up loose ends and creating even looser ones as we plot a close friend’s theoretical murder for fun, accept help from a li…

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Father's Day Special – Funny Dads, Garage Sales, and Swiss Adventures. 33:45

4M ago33:45

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🎙️ Episode 183: Funny Dads, Garage Sales, and Swiss Adventures Despite the fact that Father's Day might not always get the same fanfare as Mother's Day, we're here to celebrate the incredible dads who make life a grand adventure. From dad jokes to dad vacations, and all the way back to garage sales... we wouldn't change a thing about the Top Dad's.…

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Ep. 85 Just Seggs in the Closet 48:40

4M ago48:40

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While Grace is away, Christopher and Kristin will play. As Grace lives out her Hollywood dreams, Christopher and Kristin have taken over the WOAF with a "Just Seggs" episode that will leave you hiding your Wordle results, and your chip dip. Come join them in a not so proverbial closet, yes they recorded in a closet and we apologize for the sound qu…

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Ep. 84 ADHD and Pharmacology Part 2 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Just when you thought things couldn’t get any nerdier, Kristin is back with a follow-up lesson on ADHD medications. In part 2 she’s keeping the chemistry to a minimum as she looks at the mechanisms of action and potential benefits and side effects of non-stimulant medications such as Strattera, Wellbutrin, and other fun names we can’t pronounce. Al…

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Monthly Subscriptions and 9 year old Soccer Rivalries 42:01

4M ago42:01

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🎙️ Episode 182: The subscriptions we love to hate! Ever feel like your subscriptions have a love-hate relationship with your wallet? 💸 This week on the podcast, we're spilling the tea on the subscriptions we love to hate. From those sneaky auto-renewals to services we can’t quite quit, join us as we break down the ones that keep us hooked (and some…

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Game On: Mastering Parenting with Kids in Travel Sports Teams⚽️🏀⚾️🏒 48:58

4M ago48:58

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🎙️ Episode 181: So your kid wants to play on the travel team...? ⚽️🏀⚾️🏒 In this episode of Top Dad, we athletically dive head-first into the world of travel sports teams! Is your child eager to join a travel team, and you're unsure what it means for your family? We've got you covered! We'll discuss the pros and cons, time commitments, financial imp…

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Ep. 83: Purple Paper Eaters 1:33:47

5M ago1:33:47

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Grab a ream of your favorite printer paper and start munching, because we’re trying to identify the supertasters amongst us and you can’t really take a paper-tasting test until you’re intimately familiar with the flavor (not to mention, you could probably use the fiber). This episode Grace informatively infodumps on you about supertasting, aka bett…

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The terrible no good very bad day 43:54

5M ago43:54

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🎙️ Episode 180: Dad Power and Bad Days We all have bad days that just seem to drag on, and every little thing that could go wrong does go wrong, but when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. The Top Dads discuss a little-known superpower called "Dad Power". The ability to perform miraculous parenting miracles with little sleep, zero patience, …

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Top Movie Moms 🎬 1:02:42

5M ago1:02:42

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🎙️ Episode 179: The Top Movie Moms 🎬 Moms I love in Films...MILFS? The Top Dads rank their top movie moms in cinema as a tribute for our first episode after Mother's Day 2024. Only movie moms qualify for our TOP MOVIE MOMS list; no TV moms here (those will probably come next year), just the best of movie matrons. Follow along as the Top Dad's discu…

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Bagel Bite #31: A Beginner-Level Seance 37:43

5M ago37:43

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Light those candles and crank up the Yo-Yo Ma, because we’re rising from the grave to bring you a tasty little Bagel Bite and our spirits demand a certain level of ambiance in order to be summoned. In this scrumptious shmorg we’re sharing our personal seance requirements and shouting out an incredible listener for mailing us a box of gifts that wou…

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Becoming more Productive 31:57

5M ago31:57

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Join host Daniel on the Extra Ordinary Dad podcast as he shares heartwarming tales of family adventures and personal growth. In this episode, Daniel takes you on a journey to Fernandina Beach and Homosassa Springs, Florida, where he recounts memorable family trips filled with laughter, exploration, and bonding moments. Amidst the scenic backdrop of…

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Your Dad is a bibliophile with a mower 📚 48:55

5M ago48:55

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🎙️ Episode 178: Page-Turning Dads with lawnmowers 📚 Are you a Dad who reads while mowing the lawn? For many top dads, the weekly chore of taming the grass offers a rare opportunity for quiet reflection and literary escape. Join us as we explore the joys of multitasking, where the hum of the lawnmower becomes the soundtrack to a world of imagination…

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Ep. 82: ADHD & Pharmacology: The Oldsmobile of Stimulants 1:12:14

5M ago1:12:14

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Fiddle your fidgisauruses and dammit, get ready to learn, because we’re bringing you a meat-forward episode that’s sure to get the brain juices flowing. In an episode brought to you by Adderall, Professor Kristin is shimmying into her trusty lab coat and educating us on the chemistry behind ADHD stimulant medications. She’s covering the mechanism o…

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Control the Controllable 27:44

5M ago27:44

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In this empowering episode of "The Extra Ordinary Dad Podcast," join Daniel as he delves into the transformative power of taking control over our lives. By embracing the philosophy of letting go of the uncontrollable and focusing on changing ourselves, we unlock boundless potential for growth and fulfillment. Drawing insights from influential reads…

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Piping Hot Tips: Plumbing Wisdom for the Everyday Dad 50:44

5M ago50:44

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🎙️ Episode 177: Plumbing Wisdom for the Everyday Dad 🪠 The Top Dads talk plumbing, and there has not been a better duo of plumbers since the Mario Brothers. Let’s face it: Dads are often the unsung heroes when it comes to fixing things around the house, and plumbing is no exception. So, we've got you covered whether you’re dealing with a toilet tha…

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Bagel Bite #30: Two Stevies 46:59

5M ago46:59

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Empty out your food holes and get those mouths ready for more, because we’re bringing you a Bagel Bite so big and tasty you’ll say, “Wait, does this really qualify as a Bagel Bite? What even is a Bagel Bite at this point? Has the concept lost all meaning?” And to that we say, “Bagel Bites are more of a state of mind so just shut up and listen alrea…

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Bears Beats Basketballgalactica 56:54

6M ago56:54

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🎙️ Episode 176: Bears Beats Basketballgalactica 🏀 The Chicago Bears have the First and Ninth picks in the 2024 NFL Draft... who do the Top Dads think they will pick? Top Dad Matt hits full dad mode with lunch and play with his boys, Zoo Field Trips, and has trouble describing a Merry Go Round... it's awesome. Top Dad Ken gives his rendition of how …

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Ep. 81: Red Dye Tide 1:00:54

6M ago1:00:54

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You know when you realize you don’t know things? Kristin had that realization when her doctor mentioned cutting out red dye, which sent her down the research rabbit hole and now she’s here to share her findings. This episode we’re taking a look at the facts behind food dye additives, discussing the limited studies on dye-free diets and ADHD, declar…

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Hot stinky food 22:53

6M ago22:53

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This week I discuss a few things. Our fridge went out; so that was fun. We dive into how important it is as a parent to remember what it was like to be a kid. Good old Mr. Rogers gave that advice, and as always we just spend some time catching up with you; my friends.By Goose Bear & Bug’s dad

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Springtime and the Abdominal Thrust 37:02

6M ago37:02

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🎙️ Episode 175: Springtime and the Abdominal Thrust ✅ In this lively episode of Top Dad, we combine the thrill of golf's most prestigious tournament with the joys of springtime as it blooms anew. Join us as we recap the highlights and surprises of the Masters tournament, celebrating the triumphs and heartbreaks of the world's top golfers. But the e…

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Ep. 80: Psychedelic Spring Cleaning 1:20:01

6M ago1:20:01

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Break out the 3D dolphin posters and crank up the Pink Floyd, baby, because things are about to get trippy and it’s important to set the tone. This episode Grace is taking you down the k-hole of psychedelic research. She’s exploring the benefits of ketamine and psilocybin treatment, how hallucinogens work to create new thought patterns in the brain…

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Are you proud of you? 23:11

6M ago23:11

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Today we discuss an interaction that had me reflecting on life and wondering if the younger version of who I was would be proud of who I've become. You are here on purpose for a purpose, and should live every day of your life in that knowledge.By Goose Bear & Bug’s dad

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Ep. 79: Decision Fatigue–Pig Bonanza 1:02:26

6M ago1:02:26

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If you change your mind, we’re the first in line, honey, we’re still free, just as long as you don’t ask us to decide what’s for dinner. In this ABBA-backed episode, Kristin is taking a chance on herself and diving into the psychology behind decision fatigue. She’s discussing what it is, why it happens, how it impacts AuDHDers who already struggle …

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Chasing Shadows: a total eclipse of the fart 💨 52:55

6M ago52:55

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🎙️ Episode 174: Chasing Shadows: a total eclipse of the fart 💨 In this captivating episode, The Top Dads delve into the awe-inspiring phenomenon of the solar eclipse that graced the skies on April 7th, 2024. Join us as we recount our personal experiences and share the wonder of witnessing the sun disappear behind the moon, casting a surreal shadow …

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Bagel Bite #29: Professor Beatbox 41:04

6M ago41:04

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There are many reasons why one may need the ability to wink with both eyes–maybe you’re a batting coach providing complicated directions, maybe you're in a classic Phantom of the Opera situation and you need to wordlessly convey your flirtatious intentions, or maybe you just want to be better than Rhianna in one very specific way. No matter the rea…

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The Ledge 🏙️ and The Canyon 🏜️ 57:37

6M ago57:37

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🎙️ Episode 173: "Parenting After Spring Break: Navigating the Week After the Kids Return to School" Welcome back to the Top Dad podcast! In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and experiences of parents during the week following their children's spring break. While the kids return to school, parents often face a different kind of "spring…

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