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The Flawed Dad’s Guide to Parenting

The Flawed Dad’s Guide to Parenting

By The Flawed Dad's

Two Flawed Dad’s discuss parenting topics, review parenting books and tips, and give their honest feedback on all the things a flawed dad goes through when trying to parent as best they can.
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#42 - Carlos Ayala from Bad Advice Podcast Gives Us Good Advice

The Flawed Dad’s Guide to ParentingJul 15, 2021

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#48 - Getting involved as a parent; how much is too much?

#48 - Getting involved as a parent; how much is too much?

In the Season 2 opener, Warren and Graham discuss what it means to get involved as a parent and what sort of boundaries we should have. The episode covers a range of topics as the two get their podcast groove back.

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Jul 13, 202232:30
#47 - Dealing with Lying

#47 - Dealing with Lying

Graham and Warren discuss the challenges with lying and some ideas on how to stop it before it starts. They review some techniques from the experts on how to provide consequences for lying and what lies are actual okay. They discuss the reasons for lies and how to explain the long term ramifications of those lies to their kids.

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Sep 14, 202132:27
46 - Moving with Children - How to make it not suck

46 - Moving with Children - How to make it not suck

Graham and Warren provide an update on what has been happening in their lives and some tips and tricks on how to move with kids so that it doesn't completely suck.

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Sep 02, 202136:13
#45 - Leave the House Without Losing Your Mind

#45 - Leave the House Without Losing Your Mind

Today's topic is all about how to leave the house in a calm manner without being exhausted from trying to get your kids ready.

Join Warren and Graham as we talk about what helpful tips are out there, what you may want to consider when getting ready to leave the house.

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Aug 12, 202149:23
#44 - Picky Eaters - How Do We Get Our Kids To Eat?

#44 - Picky Eaters - How Do We Get Our Kids To Eat?

Today's topic is all about how to we get our kids to try new foods and not demand the same thing to eat.

Join Warren and Graham as we talk about what helpful tips are out there, what you may want to consider when preparing your next meal for your kids.

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Jul 27, 202143:37
#43 - What Kids of Side Hustles/Jobs Are Available For Kids?

#43 - What Kids of Side Hustles/Jobs Are Available For Kids?

Today's topic is all about jobs (or side hustles) for your kids of any age.

Join Warren and I as we talk about what kind of jobs are out there, what you may want to consider when starting a new job and some new ideas that are becoming quite popular.


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Jul 20, 202138:14
#42 - Carlos Ayala from Bad Advice Podcast Gives Us Good Advice

#42 - Carlos Ayala from Bad Advice Podcast Gives Us Good Advice

Carlos Ayala from Bad Advice Podcast joins Graham and Warren to discuss parenting, broken homes, daughters and all kinds of other topics on this weeks interview episode. If you're listening to this one in the car with your kids, you may want to save this one until later as there's a fair amount of cursing in this episode.

Bad Advice Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-advice/id1522125476

Instagram: @baadadvice

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Jul 15, 202152:15
#41 - How To Stop Boredom During Summer

#41 - How To Stop Boredom During Summer

Today's topic is all about what we can do as parents to keep our kids entertained during the summer time.

We look at some ideas out there to help with boredom and talk about what has worked well within our families (so far).

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Jul 13, 202141:19
#40 - The Benefits Of a Bedtime Routine For You & Your Kids

#40 - The Benefits Of a Bedtime Routine For You & Your Kids

Today's topic is all about the second part to a daily routine, that of the nightime routine. What has worked for us in our quest to get our kids to bed at a reasonable time.

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Jul 06, 202139:04
#39 - Moms Vs Dads: Differences in Parenting - Who's The Better Parent

#39 - Moms Vs Dads: Differences in Parenting - Who's The Better Parent

Today's topic is all about the differences in parenting between a mom and dad.

Join Warren and I as we talk about what the data says about the differences in parenting of the sexes as well as us dancing around some opinions about why that may be...so we don't get in too much trouble with our wives.

Also, as always, if you're new to the show – please subscribe, it really heps us out, you'll be notified every tuesday and thursday when we release new episodes.


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Jun 29, 202151:47
#38 - The Benefits Of a Morning Routine For You & Your Kids

#38 - The Benefits Of a Morning Routine For You & Your Kids

Today's episode is all about the importance of routines in not only your children's routine, but your own as a parent.

Start everyone's day off right by setting up a routine that will make you happier and more successful in the day.

The morning routine is a crucial part of beginning the day. It teaches kids good habits that will get them up and moving all throughout the day. A good morning routine will help you start your day running smoothly, without shuffling from one thing to another.

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Jun 22, 202137:43
#37 - Being More TikTok Famous Than Your Daughter with Darcy Michael

#37 - Being More TikTok Famous Than Your Daughter with Darcy Michael

Graham and Warren chat with Comedian, Actor and all around hilarious Dad Darcy Michael. They chat about raising a daughter in a two father household, dealing with teenage girls, becoming TikTok famous and how fame affects your relationship with your kids. Warning: there is a lot of laughter in this episode - Darcy is hilarious!

Darcy's Socials:

@thedarcymichael on TikTok and Instagram

High School Sucked Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/high-school-sucked/id1553112247

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/undercoverfag

Also, as always, if you're new to the show – please subscribe, it really heps us out, you'll be notified every tuesday and thursday when we release new episodes.

#HappyDadDay!

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Jun 17, 202146:10
#36 - Dad's Vs Fathers - Who do you want to be? Happy #DadDay!
Jun 15, 202135:06
#35 - Raising Your Kids in the Spotlight with JP Noel-Cephise

#35 - Raising Your Kids in the Spotlight with JP Noel-Cephise

Graham and Warren interview author, influencer, public figure and educator JP Noel-Cephise. We talk parenting with your kids in the spotlight, raising kids after a divorce, coparenting and being a public figure. JP has been on most major channels in the UK and has been incredibly helpful in promoting parenting education around finances, health and a number of other topics.

Where to find JP:

Instagram: @1jean_paul

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakhGYjc6KmmgTIEGr_TmjQ

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Jun 10, 202101:07:35
#34 - What is the Perfect Way To Apologize?

#34 - What is the Perfect Way To Apologize?

Today's topic is all about how to offer a proper apology.

How do we model and  teach our children the 5 steps to an ideal I'm sorry. The pitfalls to lookout for and how to overcome them.

Also, as always, if you're new to the show – please subscribe, it really heps us out, you'll be notified every tuesday and thursday when we release new episodes.

Flawed Dad Social Media

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Email: hello@flaweddad.com

Jun 08, 202141:42
#33 - Interview with Mark Hsu
Jun 04, 202147:45
#32 - Dealing with Personal Hygiene and Kids
Jun 01, 202146:16
#31 - The Perils of Technology and Distracted Parenting
May 26, 202137:55
#30 - 5 Ideas To Get The Kids To Clean Their Room (FINALLY)
May 20, 202136:42
#29 - Why You Need to Get Your Kids Outdoors with Mark Hopkins
May 13, 202146:54
#28 - Updates: Parenting Styles, Yelling and Sleep
May 11, 202136:16
#27 - Social Dad James Smith talks Fate, Nature vs. Nurture, LOL Dolls and Support in the Dad Community

#27 - Social Dad James Smith talks Fate, Nature vs. Nurture, LOL Dolls and Support in the Dad Community

James Smith from Socialdad.ca gets deep with Graham and Warren about fate, nature versus nurture, the things we don’t like to do with our kids but do them anyways, and a number of other topics. Make sure to check out James’s blog at socialdad.ca and his Podcast Social Dad.
May 06, 202134:09
#26 - Raising a child in the city vs country vs suburbs
May 04, 202152:42
#25 - Imperfect Parenting with the Imperfect Dad Kioa Delos Reyes

#25 - Imperfect Parenting with the Imperfect Dad Kioa Delos Reyes

Kioa Delos Reyes of The Imperfect Dad Podcast joins Warren and Graham to discuss a range of topics including:

- Teaching kids that losing is okay

- Showing daughters what to look for in a partner by modelling the right behaviours

- Being and imperfect father and the importance of acceptance

- Some top advice for new dads

This episode is packed with great advice, honest looks at being an imperfect dad, and some great stories along the way.

Make sure to check out Kioa in the following places:

- Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-imperfect-dad/id1547029025

- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kioadelosreyes/

Find more about the Flawed Dads Warren & Graham at flaweddad.com or email us at hello@flaweddad.com

Apr 29, 202136:22
#24 - Ending a child meltdown - can a sh*t day be reversed?
Apr 27, 202150:10
#23 - Screen Time - Is It Dangerous For Kids Or Overblown Hype?
Apr 22, 202141:41
#22 - Do Fathers Love their Daughters More Than Their Sons?
Apr 20, 202124:32
#21 - Work Life Balance and Parenting Regrets with Larry Hagner
Apr 15, 202101:03:06
#20 - Answering Kids Annoying & Frustrating Questions

#20 - Answering Kids Annoying & Frustrating Questions

Today's episode is all about how to handle those frustrating questions that every parent seems to deal with, we pick a few of our favorites and also ones from a book called Scream free parenting by Hal Runkel

Our full written breakdown is here:
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Apr 13, 202142:22
#19 - Exploring Non-Binary and ADHD With Dad Rock Dad
Apr 08, 202101:15:60
#18 - Do Fathers Love their Daughters More than Their Wives?
Apr 06, 202136:05
#17 - What Nicknames can a Father Call his Daughter?
Mar 30, 202141:50
#16 - Lessons of an Oncology Nurse With Nurse Papa's David Metzger
Mar 23, 202138:32
#15 - Who the hell is this Warren guy anyways?!?

#15 - Who the hell is this Warren guy anyways?!?

Graham asks Warren all the interesting questions that our listeners have been wondering and discuss a range of parenting topics and issues that Warren faces on a daily basis. Listen in as the preeminent flawed dad talks about his flaws and how they have affected his kids.

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Mar 16, 202158:51
#14 - Growing up with No Father with Complicated Fatherhood's Ryan Rucker
Mar 09, 202101:05:56
#13 - Graham tells all

#13 - Graham tells all

Warren sits down with Graham to interview him and find out what made him the dad he is today. Graham answers questions about his family, his pragmatic approach to parenting, immediate gratification vs future gratification, and how a particular summer camp had a profound impact on who he is.

Make sure to review and rate the podcast and share it with any other Flawed Parents.

Flawed Dad Social Media

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Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Mar 02, 202101:17:42
#12 - Cloth Diapers vs Disposable Diapers

#12 - Cloth Diapers vs Disposable Diapers

Graham and Warren discuss and disagree on which diaper is better. Is convenience more important or cost and the environment? How many diapers do you need and what are the frustrations with each kind? Listen in to hear which will make your life easier and which will save you money over the long run.

Make sure to rate and share the podcast.

Flawed Dad Social Media

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Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Feb 23, 202147:56
#11 - Interview with Dad Influencer Casey Palmer

#11 - Interview with Dad Influencer Casey Palmer

Casey Palmer joins Warren & Graham on the podcast to talk about Clubhouse, authoritative parenting, haters, and what being a dad influencer is all about. Get ready to laugh because this conversation covers a lot of ground and has a hell a lot of fun on the way. Oh and if you're in touch with Oprah, let's do our best to get Casey that interview with her.

Find Casey:

Website: caseypalmer.com

Instagram: @caseypalmer

Clubhouse: @caseypalmer

Flawed Dad Social Media

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TikTok: @flaweddadpodcast

Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Feb 16, 202101:03:06
#10 - Interview with Alston Wongus on the Black Dad's Experience

#10 - Interview with Alston Wongus on the Black Dad's Experience

Alston Wongus joins Warren and Graham to discuss Daddin' While Black, a podcast about the black father's experience and how he's challenging the stereotypes about black dad's in America.

Daddin' While Black & Alston Wongus:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daddin-while-black-podcast/id1538265928

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daddinwhileblackpodcast/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daddinwhileblack/

Website: https://www.daddinwhileblack.com

Flawed Dad Social Media: Instagram: @flaweddadpodcast TikTok: @flaweddadpodcast Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com


Feb 09, 202140:54
#9 - Interview with Scott Doucet on Fatherhood, Working from Home and Being a Comedian with Kids
Feb 02, 202101:07:44
#8 - Interview with The Dad Coach's Thomas Scannell

#8 - Interview with The Dad Coach's Thomas Scannell

Graham and Warren interview Thomas Scannell to discuss a range of parenting issues from technology, taking ownership over your mistakes, COVID's impact on children, and many more. Make sure to have a listen as these 3 Flawed Dad's talk dissect their parenting styles and what they do to be better for their kids.

The Dad Coach (Thomas Scannell):

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/mydadblog

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6I0YJ6GEX9Fi4qudPS42Al

Website: www.thomasscannell.com

Instagram: @thedad.coach


Flawed Dad Social Media:

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Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Jan 26, 202101:09:26
#7 - Managing Different Parenting Styles

#7 - Managing Different Parenting Styles

Warren and Graham have what may be one of the most important conversations that a parent can have. How do you deal with different parenting styles in a relationship? They give honest and candid feedback about the challenges that they face in their own relationships and talk about tips on how they can work on them.

Articles

https://www.verywellfamily.com/tips-dont-agree-on-parenting-4107372

https://www.verywellfamily.com/discipline-strategies-when-parents-disagree-1095070

https://www.romper.com/p/study-finds-just-how-differently-moms-dads-parent-their-kids-the-reasons-probably-wont-surprise-you-6765814

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/when-parents-clash-managing-differences-in-parenting-style-0616187

Flawed Dad Social Media

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Email: flaweddadpodcast@gmail.com

Jan 19, 202158:47
#6 - Sibling Rivalries and how to stop them

#6 - Sibling Rivalries and how to stop them

Graham and Warren discuss the ongoing rivalries in their own households and how Author Amy McCready ("If I Have to Tell You One More Time" and "Me, Me, Me Epidemic" and Positive Parenting Solutions website) recommends we handle them. Through 6 helpful tips Graham and Warren discuss what is working in their houses and what isn't. Listen to them laugh their way through the challenges of raising spirited children.

Article: https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com/sibling-rivalry

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Jan 12, 202158:52
#5 - How a Loss of Sleep Affects our Kids
Jan 05, 202144:17
#4 - Reacting to 10 Tips to Calm Down ANY Child in a Minute
Dec 31, 202038:01
#3 - Why Most Parenting Advice is Wrong
Dec 29, 202035:15
#2 - How we’re ruining our kids by saying these words...

#2 - How we’re ruining our kids by saying these words...

Two flawed dad's discuss the shocking impact of different types of praise and how they can correct their current praise strategies. Turns out we've been doing it all wrong...
They also review the successes and failures of last weeks advice from Danish Parenting styles.
Dec 29, 202058:03
#1 - Danish Parenting vs. North American Parenting

#1 - Danish Parenting vs. North American Parenting

Intro of the Flawed Dad's Guide to Parenting and a dive into the difference of Danish Parenting vs. North American parenting. We examines the 7 major differences and how we intend to implement these in the next week. Just two flawed dad's trying to figure out how to make it through parenting in today's modern world without screwing up our kids too bad.
Dec 29, 202001:04:57
Flawed Dad's Guide to Parenting Trailer

Flawed Dad's Guide to Parenting Trailer

Welcome to the Flawed Dad's Guide to Parenting! A podcast by two flawed dad's where we discuss parenting issues and tips without all the ivory tower bullshit. We live chaotic lives with chaotic kids. Laugh, cry and learn as Graham and Warren chat, instruct and debate all the important topics in parenting.


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