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Episode 29: The Dad Shift Ft. Shannon Carpenter- Author of The Ultimate Stay At Home Dad

Author
Nicky Rishi, Sara Morse, Oshay Johnson, Lauren Carratu
Published
Mon 05 May 2025
Episode Link
https://misspoppins.io/

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Carpenter, author of The Ultimate Stay-at-Home Dad, to dive into the evolving role of modern fatherhood. With his signature blend of humor and honesty, Shannon shares real-life stories from the front lines of parenting and what it really means to be a full-time dad in today’s world.

A nationally recognized advocate for involved fatherhood, Shannon’s work has been featured in The Good Men Project, The Atlantic, Today Parents, and other major outlets where he challenges outdated stereotypes and uplifts the voices of dedicated dads everywhere.

We talk about:

  • The journey from corporate life to full-time parenting
  • Why stay-at-home dads still face stigma—and how to change it
  • The importance of community for fathers
  • Finding humor in the chaos of raising kids

Whether you're a parent, partner, or someone who cares about reshaping family dynamics, this conversation is packed with insights and laughs you won’t want to miss.

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