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The Art of Fatherhood Podcast
Hosted by Art Eddy - Fatherhood · EN
A podcast that follows the journey of fatherhood.
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Michael Schur & Joe Posnanski Talk Fatherhood, New Book, BIG FAN, Fandom, Baseball Cards & More
1w ago00:52:23Tap to summarizeMichael Schur and Joe Posnanski stop by to talk about their latest book, BIG FAN. Since both of them have been on the podcast before, we switch up the fatherhood topics. They share some great parenting stories. Next we talk about the blending of fatherhood and their book, BIG FAN connect. They share the inspiration for this book and what events they each forced each other to attend to write about their experience. I even open up a pack of baseball cards to have a fun way to end the interview. There is even a fun connection with a player in the pack that I opened during the podcast. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Michael Schur Michael Schur is an Emmy Award–winning American television producer and writer. He created or co-created the comedy series Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, The Good Place, and A Man on the Inside, after getting his start on Saturday Night Live and The Office. Schur lives in California with his wife, Jennifer Philbin, and their children. About Joe Posnanski Joe Posnanski is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of nine books, including Why We Love Baseball, Why We Love Football, and The Baseball 100, and has been named National Sportswriter of the Year by five different organizations. He writes at JoePosnanski.com and currently lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife Margo and their ancient poodle Westley. About BIG FAN Bestselling authors and podcast hosts Joe Posnanski and Mike Schur love games—almost any game!—and they bring readers to the front row (and sometimes even right onto the field). Whether ringside at WrestleMania in Las Vegas, singing along with the maniacs at the World Darts Championships in London, or just watching eight straight hours of football at a Buffalo Wild Wings in Dallas, they bring us to the very heart of what it means to love something so much it hurts. Through crushing defeats and glorious wins, whether cheering penalty kicks with 65,000 fans in Liverpool or beholding a chess master castling in dead silence, BIG FAN is about why we love what we love and how fandom connects us in a time when so much else pulls us apart. Make sure you follow Joe on Instagram over at @jposnanski. Plus pick up BIG FAN wherever you purchase books. Also, make sure you check out the The PosCast wherever you get your podcasts. CodeMonkey Is This Week’s Sponsor CodeMonkey is an AWARD-WINNING online platform that teaches kids real coding languages like CoffeeScript and Python. Children and teenagers learn block-based and text-based coding through an engaging game-like environment. Millions of CodeMonkey's students are now excited about coding! CodeMonkey does not require prior coding experience to teach and is designed for schools, clubs, and home use. Do you want to start coding now? Kids from 5-14 years old can learn block-coding, text-coding, CoffeeScript and Python all while playing! Kids as young as 5 can start programming to solve scaffolded puzzles and build their own games. Try it today! Go to their website over at codemonkey.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Jonathan Schor Talks Fatherhood, CodeMonkey, Teaching Kids To Code & More
2w ago00:26:03Tap to summarizeCodeMonkey Co-Founder & CEO Jonathan Schor stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the life lessons he learns from his daughter. In addition, Jonathan gives some good advice for dads and parents. Next, he and I discuss the benefits both kids and adults can learn from CodeMonkey. We talk about the use of A.I. these days and why people should not rely on A.I. He even shares how parents and teachers can get the programs that CodeMonkey offers to their children and students. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Jonathan Schor CodeMonkey Co-Founder & CEO, Jonathan’s inspiration for founding CodeMonkey stems from his early experiences teaching programming to children using computer games. He envisioned making computer science education accessible globally, with a product that teachers can use without fear and kids will enjoy tremendously. Under Jonathan’s leadership, CodeMonkey has grown into a leading platform for K-12 coding and computer science education, bringing fun, knowledge, and opportunity into the lives of millions of learners around the world. To learn more about all the different coding plans and programs make sure you go to the CodeMonkey website over at codemonkey.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Connor Barwin Talks Fatherhood, Playing In The NFL, His MTWB Foundation & More
2w ago00:41:02Tap to summarizeConnor Barwin stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. In addition, he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we discussed his time in the NFL. He shares some fun stories of his playing days. Next we talk about the Make The World Better Foundation he helped to start up and the impact it has on different communities. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Connor Barwin Connor Barwin and his mom Margaret founded the Make The World Better Foundation (MTWB) in 2013 during his first season playing for the Philadelphia Eagles. They later teamed up with Jeffrey Tubbs, founder of Philly-based youth mentor org Urban Roots, whose track record of responsible, environmentally sustainable, and inclusive real estate projects made him a great choice to become a Co-Founding Member of MTWB. Make The World Better connects people and inspires stewardship through public space revitalization projects. MTWB believes that communities prosper when all people have access to high-quality public spaces that provide safe outlets for recreation, sports, and arts-based activities. Connor Barwin is part of the Philadelphia Eagles' football operations department. During the 2024 offseason, he was promoted to head of football development and strategy. Barwin enjoyed a 10-year playing career that included four seasons in Philadelphia. Originally selected by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft, Barwin played in 142 career regular-season games and registered 56.5 sacks. Make sure you follow Connor on Instagram over at @connorbarwin98. Also make sure check out the Make The World Better Foundation website over at mtwb.org. CodeMonkey Is This Week’s Sponsor CodeMonkey is an AWARD-WINNING online platform that teaches kids real coding languages like CoffeeScript and Python. Children and teenagers learn block-based and text-based coding through an engaging game-like environment. Millions of CodeMonkey's students are now excited about coding! CodeMonkey does not require prior coding experience to teach and is designed for schools, clubs, and home use. Do you want to start coding now? Kids from 5-14 years old can learn block-coding, text-coding, CoffeeScript and Python all while playing! Kids as young as 5 can start programming to solve scaffolded puzzles and build their own games. Try it today! Go to their website over at codemonkey.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Jon Gustin Talks Fatherhood, New Book, Tired Dad & More
3w ago00:36:09Tap to summarizeJon Gustin stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the life lesson his kids have taught him. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. After that we talk about his new book, The Tired Dad, 100 Reflections on Showing Up for What Matters Most. He shares what this book is about and what people can take from the book. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Jon Gustin Jon Gustin is the founder and owner of The Tired Dad LLC. As a content creator and influencer who goes by the moniker “The Tired Dad” online, Jon has amassed over two million followers for his portrayal of life as an ordinary father and the lessons he’s learned. His videos and writing showcase both the heartwarming and heartbreaking aspects of being adad. Jon is also the host (along with his wife) of The Tired Dad & Tired Mom Podcast. He and his wife live in Tennessee with their son and daughter. Make sure you follow Jon on Instagram over at @thetireddad. Also make sure you pick up his book, The Tired Dad, 100 Reflections on Showing Up for What Matters Most wherever you purchase books. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Brent Jones Talks Fatherhood, Playing In The NFL, Broadcasting & Life After Football
3w ago00:42:38Tap to summarizeBrent Jones sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the life lessons his kids have taught him. In addition, Brent shares the values he looks to instill into his daughters. After that we move to talk about his fantastic football career. We chat about his tough start into the league after a car accident to playing with the 49ers and winning Super Bowls with Joe Montana and Bill Walsh. We get into his broadcasting career and the challenges that he faced in the broadcast booth. Then we talk about him creating Northgate Capital and getting into the financial industry. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Brent Jones Brent Jones spent his entire athletic career—prep, college and professional—in the Bay Area, going from Leland High in San Jose to Santa Clara University to the San Francisco 49ers. He was the third tight end taken in the 1986 NFL draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 5th round. After being injured in a car accident, the Steelers released him allowing him to be signed by the 49ers and the rest is history for the South Bay product. Eleven of his twelve years in the NFL were as the Niner’s All-Pro tight end. Jones ranks fifth in 49er career receiving history. In regular season play, he caught 417 passes for 5,195 yards and 33 touchdowns. In addition, Jones had 60 receptions for 740 yards and 5 touchdowns in the playoffs. He helped San Francisco to victories in Super Bowls XXIII, XXIV and XXIX. Therefore, Jones became the prototype for the tight end position under legendary 49er Coach Bill Walsh, the architect of the West Coast Offense. A strong blocker, he was an integral part of the 49er offense. In 1998, Jones was awarded the AIA Bart Starr Award, given annually to the NFL player who best exemplifies outstanding character and leadership in the home, on the field and in the community. Brent retired from the NFL in 1998 and was quickly signed by CBS Sports for the NFL Today Show, and later as an NFL game analyst. He co-founded Northgate Capital and resides with his family in the Bay Area. Brent Jones and his wife, Dana, have two daughters, Rachel and Courtney. CodeMonkey Is This Week’s Sponsor CodeMonkey is an AWARD-WINNING online platform that teaches kids real coding languages like CoffeeScript and Python. Children and teenagers learn block-based and text-based coding through an engaging game-like environment. Millions of CodeMonkey's students are now excited about coding! CodeMonkey does not require prior coding experience to teach and is designed for schools, clubs, and home use. Do you want to start coding now? Kids from 5-14 years old can learn block-coding, text-coding, CoffeeScript and Python all while playing! Kids as young as 5 can start programming to solve scaffolded puzzles and build their own games. Try it today! Go to their website over at codemonkey.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Arda Öcal Talks Fatherhood, Working At ESPN, Star Wars, Broadcasting & More
4w ago00:39:16Tap to summarizeArda Öcal sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the life lessons that he has learned from his kids. In addition, Arda talks about making sure he is appreciating every moment with his family. After that we talk about the great work he does over at ESPN. He shares how he got into broadcasting and how he thinks the industry has evolved over the years. Next we dive into the Star Wars universe. We chat about our favorite characters and moments from Star Wars. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Arda Öcal Arda Öcal is an NHL on ESPN host and a SportsCenter anchor who also hosts SportsCenter on Snapchat, SportsNation, and has contributed to NBA, PGA TOUR, Euro soccer, esports, MLS, UFC, MLB and NFL coverage at ESPN. In addition, Öcal is a member of MENSA International and is a dual official video game world record holder, in NHLPA93 and NHL96 for Sega Genesis. Arda is also the voice of the NHL Gaming World Championship. Arda has a degree in Mathematics from the University in Waterloo and lives in New York with his wife Jennifer and daughters Ayla and Katia. Make sure you follow Arda on Instagram over at @ardaocal. Also make sure check out his work on ESPN. In addition check out the Never Tell Me The Odds podcast wherever you get your podcasts. BetterHelp Is This Week’s Sponsor BetterHelp was founded in 2013 to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it is the world’s largest therapy service — providing professional, affordable, and personalized therapy in a convenient online format. BetterHelp’s network of more than 30,000 licensed therapists has helped over 5 million people worldwide take ownership of their mental health and work towards their personal goals. As the unmet need for mental health services continues to grow, BetterHelp is committed to expanding access to therapy globally. Plus for my readers and podcast listeners when you use the special link at betterhelp.com/artoffatherhood you can get 10% off your first month. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Chip Leighton Talks Fatherhood, New Book, Dad Can You Not? & More
Apr 2000:25:05Tap to summarizeChip Leighton stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about what he has learned from his kids about life. In addition he talks about how his kids helped him in the beginning of creating his social media platforms. After that we talk about his new book, Dad Can You Not? Chip shares how many parents reached out to him to share some of the funny and outlandish things their kids will say to them. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Chip Leighton Chip Leighton is the creator and host of The Leighton Show. His debut book, What Time is Noon, was an instant New York Times bestseller. In addition, his comedy has been featured in Library Journal and the New York Post. Plus his work has been on ABC News, Fox News, and more. His comedy focuses on funny relationship and parenting moments. “Things I’ve Apologized to My Wife for” or “Texts from our College Freshman” are among his many relatable viral hits. His latest book "Dad Can You Not?" publishes on April 21st. He lives in Maine with his wife and two children. Make sure you follow Chip on Instagram over at @the_leighton_show. Also, make sure you purchase his book, Dad Can You Not? wherever books are sold. BetterHelp Is This Week’s Sponsor BetterHelp was founded in 2013 to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it is the world’s largest therapy service — providing professional, affordable, and personalized therapy in a convenient online format. BetterHelp’s network of more than 30,000 licensed therapists has helped over 5 million people worldwide take ownership of their mental health and work towards their personal goals. As the unmet need for mental health services continues to grow, BetterHelp is committed to expanding access to therapy globally. Plus for my readers and podcast listeners when you use the special link at betterhelp.com/artoffatherhood you can get 10% off your first month. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Ryan Kunz Talks Mental Health, Ways Parents Can Lead By Example, Working At BetterHelp & More
Apr 1500:43:45Tap to summarizeRyan Kunz stops by to talk to me about the work he does over at BetterHelp. We discuss how parents can heal their inner child so be there for their kids. In addition, parents can be a great role model when it comes to mental health and therapy. Ryan gives a lot of great insight on how parents and kids can talk about mental health and how you can connect with your kids. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Ryan Kunz Ryan Kunz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan. He has been working with individuals in the mental health field for over 7 years. His work is primarily within the Community Mental Health Setting. He has been a therapist on the BetterHelp platform for over 4 years. In addition, he works with therapists as a Clinical Operations Manager to create the best care experiences for their clients. Ryan is passionate about creating space for people to be safe as their true authentic selves, increasing awareness of societal impact on mental health, and building connection with others in an increasingly disconnected world. Plus for my readers and podcast listeners when you use the special link at betterhelp.com/artoffatherhood you can get 10% off your first month. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Frankie Muniz Talks Fatherhood, New Malcolm in the Middle Series, NASCAR & More
Apr 1300:17:16Tap to summarizeFrankie Muniz stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about how much Frankie enjoys being a father. He shares all the thought and preparation he and his wife were doing once they found out that they were having a baby. Next we talk about him reprising his iconic role of Malcom in the new series on Hulu and Disney+ Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair. Frankie shares how much fun he had working with the cast as well as now playing a grown up version of Malcolm, who is a father. After that we talked about his NASCAR career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Frankie Muniz Frankie Muniz is an actor and professional race car driver. He is best known for starring as the titular character in the sitcom Malcolm in the Middle. Muniz transitioned to professional racing in 2006, initially competing in open-wheel series like the Champ Car Atlantic Championship. After a hiatus, he shifted to stock car racing in 2021. In addition, he is a full-time driver in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and the SRO GT4 America Series. Frankie and his wife, Paige have one son. Make sure you follow Frankie on Instagram over at @frankiemuniz4. Also make sure check out Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair on Hulu and Disney+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABol0H2n_rc BetterHelp Is This Week’s Sponsor BetterHelp was founded in 2013 to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it is the world’s largest therapy service — providing professional, affordable, and personalized therapy in a convenient online format. BetterHelp’s network of more than 30,000 licensed therapists has helped over 5 million people worldwide take ownership of their mental health and work towards their personal goals. As the unmet need for mental health services continues to grow, BetterHelp is committed to expanding access to therapy globally. Plus for my readers and podcast listeners when you use the special link at betterhelp.com/artoffatherhood you can get 10% off your first month. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
Transcribe →Brad Malone Talks Fatherhood, Playing In The NHL, Coaching, The Olympics & The Malone Family Foundation
Apr 600:34:05Tap to summarizeBrad Malone stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. Next we talk about his time in the NHL. Chris shares a lot of entertaining stories about playing the NHL. Next we discuss what it is like to go from playing to coaching. We also discuss the work he and his family do for the Malone Family Foundation. We even talked about what we liked and thought could be improved in hockey at the Olympics. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Brad Malone Brad Malone brings a powerful blend of playing grit and coaching insight to his role on The Malone Family Foundation board. He was a 2007 fourth-round NHL Draft pick by the Colorado Avalanche. In addition, he enjoyed a 13-year professional hockey career. He had skated in 217 NHL games (14 goals, 18 assists) and 552 AHL games (105 goals, 186 assists). He played with Colorado, Carolina, and Edmonton. In the AHL, Brad etched his place in Bakersfield Condors history as the longest-serving team captain appearing in 315 games, the most in the organization’s AHL era. After the 2023-24 Calder Cup Playoffs, he officially retired from pro hockey and has transitioned seamlessly from player to mentor. In June 2025, Brad joined the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins as an Assistant Coach – bringing his leadership, experience, and a winning mindset to the bench. Now serving on The Malone Family Foundation board, Brad contributes a legacy of leadership, resilience, and mentorship – continuing the family tradition of giving back to the game that shaped them all. Make sure you follow Brad on Twitter at @Bmalone22 Also make sure you check out the great work he and his family does over at Malone Family Foundation. BetterHelp Is This Week’s Sponsor BetterHelp was founded in 2013 to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it is the world’s largest therapy service — providing professional, affordable, and personalized therapy in a convenient online format. BetterHelp has a network of more than 30,000 licensed therapists. They have helped over 5 million people worldwide take ownership of their mental health and work towards their personal goals. As the unmet need for mental health services continues to grow, BetterHelp is committed to expanding access to therapy globally. Use the special link at betterhelp.com/artoffatherhood to get 10% off your first month. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
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