14 NOV 2023 · Clayton Fletcher is a standup comedian who has performed all over the world, but his favorite routine of all is his bedtime routine with his daughter. Clayton discusses juggling comedy, parenthood, professional poker and his new book published by HarperCollins, The ROI of LOL available now. Episode Breakdown: 3:23 - Getting into Entertainment 5:48 - Where He Was In His Career When He Became a Dad 7:50 - How Fatherhood Impacted His Perspective and Approach 11:33 - The ROI of LOL 16:45 - How Being a Comedian Helps Transition to Parenthood 19:20 - On Being a Professional Poker Player 24:05 - DadLibs 26:25 - Rapid Father Questions Follow Clayton: @claytoncomic: https://www.instagram.com/claytoncomic/ @claytoncomic: https://twitter.com/claytoncomic The ROI of LOL: https://roilol.com/

18 APR 2023 · Joel Willis is the former Editor in Chief of the popular social media parenting brand, The Dad and co-author of the recently released book, Dad Law. He's also a loving father of two who enjoys working from home and is looking forward to dressing up and attending the next Taylor Swift concert with his daughter. Episode Breakdown: 1:46 - Little Bites 6:05 - Getting Into What Your Kids Are Into 7:40 - Early Career At GE 9:56 - Launching of The Dad 11:42 - Work/Life Balance 14:00 - Creating Dad Content 15:47- Assembling A Creative Team 18:32 - The Dad's Growth 23:25 - Dad Law 26:40 - Dad Libs 30:50 - Rapid Father Questions 37:00 - Dad Advice Follow Joel on Social: https://www.instagram.com/thejoelwillis/ https://twitter.com/TheJoelWillis https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoelwillis https://fathermaterial.com https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ on IG https://twitter.com/Father_Materialon Twitter

16 FEB 2023 · Eli Lebowicz is a stand up comedian and most importantly a loving father of two. After balancing fatherhood, comedy and a full-time day job, Eli has announced he's diving full time into comedy (and still being a Dad). Episode Breakdown: 1:47 - Going Into Stand Up Full Time 2:44 - Balancing Parenting With Stand Up 6:15 - On Keeping Kosher 9:42 - How Being A Dad Influences His Comedy 15:20 - Balancing Parenthood With Finding Time To Be Creative 20:25 - Different Jewish Experiences 23:45 - Family Planning 31:35 - Funny Things His Kids Say To Him 34:33- Would You Rather? [Rapid Father Questions] 40:25- What Ages Are The Easiest/Toughest With Toddlers 46:50 - What Gives Him The Most Pride in Being a Dad Follow Eli on social media: @EliLebowicz: https://twitter.com/EliLebowicz @elicomedyagram: https://www.instagram.com/elicomedyagram/?hl=en For bookings and upcoming shows: http://www.elicomedy.com/ Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

31 JAN 2023 · Joe Caporoso is the President of sports and entertainment media company Team Whistle and founder of Turn on the Jets, where he hosts the Badlands Patreon podcast. But most importantly, Joe is a father of two boys who tries to keep the cursing to a minimum when watching the Jets with his kids and prefers changing diapers over assembling toys. Episode Breakdown 2:14 - Getting Extra Time at Home During the Pandemic 3:41 - Working From Home vs The Office 5:29 - Turn On The Jets + Becoming A Jets Fan 8:32 - Coaching His Kids Teams 10:40 - Working at Whistle 12:05 - How He Initially Adjusted To Becoming a Dad 14:14 - How Becoming A Dad Changes Your Perspective On Everything 16:48 - Perspective On Hiring Parents 19:15 - Balancing Work Mode and Dad Mode When WFH 20:52 - Being Mindful of What My Kids Watch 23:00 - Rapid Father Questions Follow Joe on Twitter https://twitter.com/JCaporoso Turn On The Jets Presents: Badlands https://www.patreon.com/BadlandsTOJ Team Whistle https://teamwhistle.com/ Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

17 JAN 2023 · Phil Ranta is a digital media veteran who has held leadership roles at companies such as Super Deluxe, Fullscreen, Studio 71, Facebook and now We Are Verified where he’s the COO focused on all things web3 and creator economy. But most importantly, he's a father of two, who believes that time spent with your kids makes you a better leader and that every parent could benefit from improv or comedy training. Episode Breakdown: 3:05 - Navigating Young Kids with Young Startups 5:00 - How His Kids Were Impacted By The Pandemic 9:52 - Where He Was In His Career When He First Became a Dad 11:41 - How Becoming A Dad Impacts Your Approach To Content 15:15 - How Disney Movies Can Be Difficult To Watch With Your Kids 18:08 - How Spending More time With Your Kids Makes you A Better Leader 21:20 - How Having a Background in Comedy is Beneficial As a Parent 26:06 - How Fathers Are More Present In Their Kids Lives Today 27:40 - How Dad-Content Has Become Cool 29:05 - Rapid Father Questions 31:45 - Is Bluey the Best Show for Dads? 37:25 - Defining Dad Energy and Dad Funny Follow Phil on twitter @PhilRanta for more insight on media and fatherhood: https://twitter.com/PhilRanta Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

22 NOV 2022 · Brad Haugen is a media connoisseur whose past stops included SB Projects and the online media company ATTN (founder). He's currently the president of Westbrook Media, Will and Jada Smith's Media company. But most importantly, Brad is a very proud father of two and feels there's nothing in his life that is more important than helping them become the best versions of themselves for the world.  Episode Breakdown: 2:00 - Having Kids So Close In Age  5:58 - Working for Scooter Braun When First Becoming a Dad 11:00 - How Being A Dad Impacts His Approach To Content  14:30 - Balancing Work And Fatherhood  16:40 - Working at Westbrook Media  18:48 - Pitching Creative Ideas To Your Kids 19:40 - Rapid Father Questions  24:30 - What Gives Him The Most Pride In Being A Father  Follow Brad @bradHaugen on social and see their latest work @westbrook  Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

8 NOV 2022 · Robert King is a writer/comedian whose work has been seen on The Dad, The Chase on ABC and Up Early Tonight on Hulu. He just recently released a memoir "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood"  available exclusively in ebook and audiobook on Scribd. But most importantly, Robert is a loving father of two, who like many of us, is always striving to do better as he looks to balance his creative endeavors with still being a present father. Episode Breakdown: 2:00 - Parent's Night Out 5:25 - Hardest Age of Parenting 10:05 - Working at The Dad 13:00- The Creative Process 18:15 - Balancing Work with Kids  21:10 - Working From Home 25:54 - Writing 'No One Here Is Like Me'   30:15 - The Real Lowdown No One Tells Expecting Parents 36:40 - Rapid Father Questions  You can follow Robert on Instagram @RobKingOfficial Check out the book "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood" exclusively on Scribd: https://www.scribd.com/book/592829696/No-One-Here-Is-Like-Me-Race-Family-and-Fatherhood Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free. Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping. Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

10 AUG 2022 · Corey Rodrigues is a comedian and actor whose work has been seen on Conan, TrueTV, EPIX and Prime Video. But most importantly, Corey is a family man. He's a loving father of two boys and even created a Zoom series Corey's Stories where he and one of his son's would tell stories and jokes while interacting with other kids on Zoom. Corey discusses everything from how he actively made the decision to pursue both comedy and having kids to some of his least favorite parts of parenting which include occasional awkward situations and frustration in the bathroom. Episode Breakdown: 2:25 - Where I Was In My Career When I Became A Dad 5:40 - Balancing Both a Comedy Career and Having Kids 9:05 - The Impact Fatherhood Has Had On My Material 13:25 - Frustration of Dealing With Sick Kids 16:00 - What "Stinks" About Being A Parent The Most... 21:08 - The Dad Voice and The Look 24:30 - How We Treat Our Kids Differently Today 27:30 - Corey's Stories 31:28 - Dealing With Other Parents On The Playground 34:00 - How We Make Up Excuses When Our Kids Aren't Friendly 37:58 - Salesman 40:00 Rapid Father Questions You can follow Corey on Instagram @coreyrods and head to his website CoreyRodrigues.com for info on all upcoming shows. Watch Salesman streaming on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Salesmen-Corey-Rodrigues/dp/B09Q3LXHBT Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free. Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code: FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping. Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material

17 JUN 2022 · Jeff Marek is a TV personality, radio host and Sportsnet insider who is a master of all things broadcasting and hockey. But most importantly, Jeff’s a Dad of three, and a hockey dad of course! Jeff talks about what it’s like watching his kids play and his philosophy on coaching kids as well as the important role that adoption has played in his life. Working 7 days a week, Jeff is constantly balancing his creative work life and his family life. Episode Breakdown:  1:50 - Coming Up With Kids Names  5:50 - Watching Your Kids Play Sports  8:45 - How Hockey Coaches Should Approach Kids  10:50 - Remembering His Kids First Days On The Rink  12:34 - The Role Adoption Has Played in His Life  21:10 - Balancing Work with Family  27:20 - Rapid Father Questions  You can follow Jeff on twitter @JeffMarek and Instagram @jeffmarekhockey. Listen to Jeff:https://www.sportsnet.ca/590/jeff-marek-show/ https://podcast.sportsnet.ca/32-thoughts/ Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free. Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping. Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material  

8 MAR 2022 · Jonathan Shapiro is a creative and entrepreneur who has worked in the music industry as a producer/rapper, the fashion industry as the founder of the boutique clothing chain Mixology, and now in the CBD industry as the founder and CEO of Mindset Wellness. Most importantly, he's a loving father of 3 kids. Jonathan talks a lot about his feelings of pride towards his kids and their childhood vs his own troubled childhood, as well as the chronic anxiety he’s suffered throughout his life which has led him to his latest creative venture. You can follow Jonathan on all social media @Jonsaintshapiro and Follow Mindset Wellness @Mindsetwellnesscbd and https://www.mindsetwellness.com/ Episode Breakdown: 2:32-  What It's Like Having Kids In College When He Never Went  5:47 - Getting His Start In The Music Business  8:15 - Changing Industries After His Wife Was Pregnant  9:35 - Getting Into The Retail Space  11:34 - Launching Mixology after the Recession  15:55 - Dealing With Chronic Anxiety Throughout His Life  18:00 - How Anxiety Relates To Parenting  19:20 - On First Trying CBD  23:15 -Launching Mindset Wellness During The Pandemic  26:35-  How Their Kids View Their Parents in the CBD Business  28:30 - Talk To Me vs Talk To Your Father   29:48 - Rapid Father Questions  Sponsor: Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free. Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code:  FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping. Official Website: Fathermaterial.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material