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Dads in Real Life Podcast

Ready for real talk from two dads who get it? One’s a SoCal entrepreneur juggling life with older kids; the other is a seasoned work-from-home dad with a crew of toddlers. Separated by a decade in age but united by their parenting journeys, these dads bring hilarious, heartfelt stories, lessons learned, and raw honesty to topics every parent can relate to—whether it’s diapers or dream projects.

Born out of a mentorship-turned-friendship, this podcast is your invitation to laugh, learn, and lounge with two dads who prove that there’s no one right way to navigate dad life.

Subscribe to Dads in Real Life—because parenting’s better with a little perspective (and a lot of laughs).

Parenting Education:Self-Improvement Kids & Family Self-Improvement Education
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
37 minutes
Episodes
37
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Dad Life, Business & First-Time Home Buyer Tips w/ Jake from Home Loans

Dad Life, Business & First-Time Home Buyer Tips w/ Jake from Home Loans

Big milestone—our first guest is here! 🎉

Today, Travis and Robert sit down with Jake from Home Loans to talk about the balancing act of becoming a dad while starting a business. Jake opens up about t…

01:33:36  |   Thu 04 Sep 2025
Back-to-School Chaos: Wins, Losses & Lessons Learned

Back-to-School Chaos: Wins, Losses & Lessons Learned

It’s back-to-school season—and with it comes drop-off line drama, emotional first days, and plenty of lessons learned along the way. 🎒✏️

This week, Travis kicks things off with a home-related questio…

00:36:54  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
Defining Podcast Success (While the Baby Naps) | Dad Talk & “Life Is Easier After 4 Kids?

Defining Podcast Success (While the Baby Naps) | Dad Talk & “Life Is Easier After 4 Kids?"

Sometimes you just hit record while the baby naps—and that’s exactly what we did today. 👶🎙️

In this episode, we kick things off with Travis’s question of the day inspired by a social media quote:
👉 “…

00:33:19  |   Thu 21 Aug 2025
From Summer Chaos to Self-Discovery: Dad Life & How Our Identity Changes

From Summer Chaos to Self-Discovery: Dad Life & How Our Identity Changes

In this episode, we kick things off by catching up after summer break and celebrating the big win—the kids are back in school! 🎉 Robert asks Travis if he’s marking the occasion, and Travis shares why…

00:56:24  |   Thu 14 Aug 2025
Is Work-Life Balance a Myth? A Dad’s Honest Take on Business, Burnout & Boundaries

Is Work-Life Balance a Myth? A Dad’s Honest Take on Business, Burnout & Boundaries

In today’s solo episode, Robert dives deep into a question so many parents—and especially dads—face:
Is work-life balance even real… or just something we chase?

Robert gets personal, sharing stories …

00:14:15  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
Parenting Through Fear: Helping Kids Do Hard Things

Parenting Through Fear: Helping Kids Do Hard Things

We’re back with a fresh episode—and a homemade podcast jingle to prove it! 🎶 Travis kicks us off with the usual dad banter, mic checks, and desk comparisons before jumping into a fun new segment:
👉 "…

00:45:01  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
New Mic, No List, & Dad Debates: What We’re Saying “No” to This Season

New Mic, No List, & Dad Debates: What We’re Saying “No” to This Season

We’re leveling up—Travis finally upgraded his mic! 🎙️ (One step closer to looking professional… or at least sounding like it.) In this episode, we kick things off with some light banter about gear, h…

00:29:20  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
Catching Up, Letting Go & Late-Night Fireworks

Catching Up, Letting Go & Late-Night Fireworks

After a two-week break, we're back—and today’s episode is all about catching up, cracking up, and checking in on where we are in life, parenting, and priorities.

🎙️ Travis got a new podcast mic for F…

00:34:53  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
Traveling with Kids: What’s Really Worth the Money (and What’s Not)

Traveling with Kids: What’s Really Worth the Money (and What’s Not)

Summer’s here, the kids are home, and the chaos is real! In today’s episode, we catch up on life, road trips, and the wild adventure of traveling with kids—including Travis’s recent beach camping tri…

00:37:58  |   Thu 19 Jun 2025
Why Mornings Win: The Secret Weapon for Dads & Better Days

Why Mornings Win: The Secret Weapon for Dads & Better Days

Rob flips the script and puts Travis in the hot seat for another round of The 100% Game (it’s as ridiculous and fun as it sounds 😅)

*Short on time? Fast forward to 13:06 for the answer.

Then we dive …

00:43:19  |   Thu 12 Jun 2025
From Me to We: Why Dads Need Tribe, Not Just Hustle

From Me to We: Why Dads Need Tribe, Not Just Hustle

We kick things off with coffee and chaos—playing our new favorite segment: The 100% Game. Can you guess the word your co-host is thinking? Spoiler: it takes way longer than it should 😂

Then we dive i…

00:32:06  |   Thu 05 Jun 2025
Softballs & Curveballs: Dad Questions, Personalities & Childhood Friendships

Softballs & Curveballs: Dad Questions, Personalities & Childhood Friendships

Today’s episode is full of laughs, surprises, and some real-deal dad wisdom.

🎤 Travis and Robert go head-to-head in a round of unexpected dad questions—without knowing what the other has prepared.
Wh…

00:47:53  |   Thu 29 May 2025
Embarrassing moments, sugary cereal, and dial up: The secret power of Nostalgia as a dad

Embarrassing moments, sugary cereal, and dial up: The secret power of Nostalgia as a dad

In this episode, we kick things off with a laugh—sharing our most embarrassing professional moments (yes, they’re cringy and hilarious). From awkward CEO greetings to accidentally locking clients in …

00:40:42  |   Thu 22 May 2025
Navigating Grief as a Dad: A Real Conversation About Loss, Family & Healing

Navigating Grief as a Dad: A Real Conversation About Loss, Family & Healing

Today’s episode takes a more tender turn as Travis opens up about his current journey through grief. While we often focus on topics like parenting, business, and travel, the truth is—loss is a part o…

00:54:09  |   Thu 15 May 2025
Backyards to Airplanes: Outdoor & Travel Tips for Dads with Kids

Backyards to Airplanes: Outdoor & Travel Tips for Dads with Kids

Today’s episode is all about getting outside and making memories—from local parks to international travel! 🌳✈️ Travis and Robert start by sharing their favorite things about being outdoors and how th…

00:43:32  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Motorcycles to Minivans: The Sacrifices & Shifts of Dad Life

Motorcycles to Minivans: The Sacrifices & Shifts of Dad Life

What would you do with a blank check? 💸 Travis and Robert kick off today’s episode dreaming big—with very different answers. But soon, they’re trading in fantasy for reality as they dive into a hilar…

00:35:02  |   Thu 01 May 2025
Teaching Kids to Handle Big Emotions (When We're Still Learning Too)

Teaching Kids to Handle Big Emotions (When We're Still Learning Too)

Today’s episode dives deep into one of the biggest challenges in parenting: how to help our kids handle their emotions—while we’re still learning to manage our own.

We kick things off with some core …

00:44:17  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
Breathwork for Dads: Managing Stress, Anxiety & Energy Through Better Breathing

Breathwork for Dads: Managing Stress, Anxiety & Energy Through Better Breathing

Why do people drive like maniacs? Travis kicks things off with a fun (and relatable) question—but we quickly dive deep into something that affects every parent: stress and anxiety.

In this episode, w…

00:49:38  |   Thu 17 Apr 2025
Entrepreneurship & Dad Life: Turning Skills Into Side Hustles

Entrepreneurship & Dad Life: Turning Skills Into Side Hustles

Entrepreneurship isn't always about Lambos and laptop lifestyles. For many dads, it’s about creating options, building freedom, and providing for their families in a way that aligns with their values…

00:29:02  |   Thu 10 Apr 2025
Kidney Stones, ER Chaos & Life Lessons: Our Most Painful Stories

Kidney Stones, ER Chaos & Life Lessons: Our Most Painful Stories

Today’s episode starts off light with a fun question: What would you do if you won the lottery tomorrow? 💰 But it quickly turns into one of our most real and raw conversations yet.

Travis kicks off s…

00:38:35  |   Thu 03 Apr 2025
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