Join Alex Albisu as he shares inspiring stories of fatherhood to support the struggles dads face in parenthood. He also speaks to industry experts on important topics surrounding child development in parenting.
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27 minutes ago
Alex and Deanna sit down to talk about the passing of Baylee, the dog they rescued two months after getting married. The two share what happened and how they approached the topic of death with their two young children. Baylee has been a consistent memory for both Aria and Jake, who also provide their own perspectives on what it was like to lose a pet at such a young age.
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Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Alex invites Dr. Gerry Tolbert, a licensed medical professional and family practitioner, back to the show to talk about the current state of politics, the uncertainty that parents face every day, and how to cut through the noise to make the right decision for you and your family.
Check out Dr. Gerry Tolbert's newest show with Scott Johnson: https://www.frogpants.com/medical
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Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Alex and Deanna enjoy a day on the beach with the start of summer vacation. They share some thoughts on the importance of slowing down every once in a while and what they’re up to while hanging by the ocean with the kids and Deanna’s parents.
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Alex talks to science educator and podcaster Maura Armstrong about the importance of learning critical thinking at a young age, how we can encourage our kids to learn new skills, and how we as parents can be mindful and patient through the learning process.
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Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
A new dad, Josh Robinson, joins Alex to talk about these first several months of parenting. He shares details about his wife’s eventful pregnancy, their journey with IVF, and their process to finding a nanny to help them find balance in their busy lives.
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Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
It's been a while! Let's catch up on what's been going on the last few years and where we're going from here.
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Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Sam Ahn joins Alex to talk about the process of adopting their son after the loss of their two children. They talk about the process of adopting internationally and what life is like in the Ahn household now that their son is home.
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Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Dr. Joe Houde joins Alex again on The Dad Chronicle to talk about how he and his wife found out his son has diabetes. They talk about how it has affected their family's lifestyle and how they've empowered their son to take ownership of his health.
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Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Alex invites fellow streamer and dad, Shawn White, to the show to talk about how he leverages his support systems to raise his 3 kids. He also shares some ways that he approaches authoritative conversations with kids in a respectful and effective way.
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Monday Aug 23, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
Alex got a vasectomy. He shares what the day was like, how he's recovering, and how to get the best support you need (literally and figuratively).
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Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Alex shares that he is done having kids, so he's getting a vasectomy. He shares his mindset going into the procedure, the emotional struggle of coming to terms that he won't have any more kids, and how he's living in the now to live the best life he possibly can with his children.
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Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Alex invites Mike Hebebrand, a firefighter, to the show to talk about how he has shifted the context of what is important after his son was born. They talk about becoming a dad, how to lean into your partner, and keep the important things in the front of your mind.
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Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Alex invites Dr. Gerry Tolbert back to the show to provide some tangible ways parents can protect their kids from the harmful effects of the sun. They also talk about the benefits of Vitamin D and how to deal with "poor air quality".
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Monday Jun 14, 2021
Monday Jun 14, 2021
Alex invites his brother-in-law, Ken Storch, back to the show, and also has his sister on to talk about how they're living a cleaner lifestyle in preparation for their third baby on the way. They share some great ways to eliminate the toxic, everyday house hold items you're likely using. They also talk about how to approach everyday life a little more sustainably for the sake of our environment and our kids.
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Monday May 31, 2021
Monday May 31, 2021
The world needs a little more empathy and compassion, especially with the divisiveness we're experiencing. That's why Wendi Dunford, a licensed therapist, joins the show today to talk about how we, as parents, can set the right example for our kids by approaching conflict with compassion.
Check out Wendi's project: http://realsteps.org
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Monday May 24, 2021
Monday May 24, 2021
Johan Martinez Khalilian, an executive coach, podcaster, and new father, joins Alex to talk about his story of tenacity, courage, and love. Johan shares some of the harrowing experiences of their first pregnancy, how to deal with the hardships that life brings, and some of the ways his own father is setting an example for him.
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Monday May 03, 2021
Monday May 03, 2021
Vincent has been through A LOT in his life. And he brings a lot of that tenacity into how he approaches fatherhood and the challenges it brings. He and Alex talk about financial challenges, the lessons his father has taught him, and what it's like having a son after having a daughter first.
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Monday Mar 29, 2021
Monday Mar 29, 2021
Alex invites 2 dads back to the show, Jordan Blythe & Audie Norman, to talk about raising their kids in their denominations of the Christian church. They talk about the current state of the church and its politicized and polarized views, racism in the church, and their positive outlook on the future for their kids and the direction of the church with this new generation.
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Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Geoff Blough joins Alex again to talk about the birth of his daughter, Hope. Geoff has been on quite a journey. From being a stepdad, dealing with infertility, suffering a miscarriage, and now welcoming his daughter, Hope, into the world.
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Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Alex invites a fellow game streamer, B.J. Koubaroulis, to talk about what it's like to stream games online with your kids and some of the precautions you should consider. They also talk about finding the silver linings in all that you do, and B.J. shares some inspiring memories of his father.
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Monday Feb 22, 2021
Monday Feb 22, 2021
Alex talks to Jonathan Rosado (LoudRoar) about the news that he is going to be a dad! JR talks about the 3 father figures in his life that helped shape who he is today and how he wants to raise his child.
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Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Alex invites new parent, and fellow podcaster, Rishi Bee to share his new experiences as a father! They talk about healthcare, resources new parents should consider, and the challenges of having kids during a pandemic.
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Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Alex reflects on the good that has come out of 2020. Even amongst all of the negativity this year has brought, there is some good to look back on and acknowledge.
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Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Dr. Gerry Tolbert joins Alex again on the show to talk about some ways that COVID is impacting this this year's flu season and how your family can prepare and stay safe.
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Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
A listener of The Dad Chronicle, Jordan Blythe, joins Alex to commiserate about the challenges of having a baby in the midst of a pandemic. The two also talk about his wife's love of D&D and how that's helping them get through quarantine. And finally, they talk Jordan's Evangelical upbringing and how he has challenged his beliefs in the wake of a pandemic and civil unrest in the United States.
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Thursday Nov 19, 2020
Thursday Nov 19, 2020
A very tired Alex and Deanna talk about the birth of their child, Jacob Alexander, and how his life was saved during the process by the amazing nurses who helped deliver him. Alex and Deanna also talk about some tangible ways to prepare for that day and get in the right state of mind.
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Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Alex shares his words of love and encouragement to his son who is about to enter the world.
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Fellow podcaster, and father, Crofton Steers joins Alex to talk about how he is handling the pandemic and raising two young girls with very little support from outside sources. He also shares some great memories from his own father that have translated into how he parents his own kids.
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Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Ryan Murphy, a fellow gamer and podcaster, joins Alex to talk about how he balances life with his 3 kids, his wife, and creating content. The two also talk about their love of video games and what it means to them that their kids join in that love.
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Monday Oct 19, 2020
Monday Oct 19, 2020
Alex's wife, Deanna, shares her top 5 ways to support your pregnant partner. They are expecting their new son to arrive within a month and recount some of the ways the non-pregnant partner can make the lives of the pregnant partner easier.
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Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Alex invites fellow podcaster and father, Stephen Adams, to the show. Stephen has a very interesting story to share involving his son's chaotic delivery, his wife's battle with postpartum depression, and how he's supporting his son to grow into the person he truly is.
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Monday Oct 05, 2020
Monday Oct 05, 2020
Jon Jagger joins Alex to talk about his surprising news: he's going to be a dad! Jon is well known on the Internet for his love of video games. But he takes time to share a lesser-known side of him. That of a stepfather who has faced a lot of challenge in 2020 and a soon-to-be dad. All that considered, there is still a lot to look forward to for Jon and his new family.
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Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Turns out it's not a girl... it's a boy! Alex and Deanna talk about how they learned the news that they're actually having a boy, how they're shifting their mindsets and handling this news, and what the future holds for the next baby Albisu.
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Monday Sep 21, 2020
Monday Sep 21, 2020
Seasonal Depression usually rears its ugly head in the fall and winter seasons! But what does it mean and how can you fight it? Alex shares some ways he's approaching it and offers some advice on some easy ways parents can implement it into their own day to day activities.
Please note that if you are experiencing severe depression and suicidal thoughts, seek immediate medical help. Alex is not a licensed therapist or doctor, just a dad with some practical advice.
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Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Alex is back with J.J. Valentine, a fellow podcaster and member of the community known as the Tadpool, to talk about his experiences as a father. First, J.J. shares how he rebuilt a relationship with his children after his divorce and successfully coparents his children with his ex-wife. He also talks about his experiences with his own father and repressed memories from his time as a child. And finally, the two talk about the difficulties of raising black children and how we should shift our conversations about systemic racism to being more understanding and empathetic.
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Monday Jul 13, 2020
Monday Jul 13, 2020
Alex invites an old coworker of his, Chris Howe, to talk about his journey through fatherhood, alcoholism, and climbing the corporate ladder to find himself as an entrepreneur and recovered alcoholic. He shares some of the ways he was able to turn his life around and brings a great perspective of having hope and control over everything going on in your own life.
Check out Chris' work: https://www.chrishoweblog.com
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Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
Tuesday Jun 30, 2020
Alex and Deanna share the news of the gender of their new baby, due November 2020!
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Alex invites a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Daniel Camarillo, to talk about in home child support for children with autism. They talk about what Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is, the benefits it can have for families and children with autism, and how the world of Telehealth is affecting in home child support.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Alex invites friend and fellow father, Eric Decker, to share his story of being a dad to his almost 1 year old daughter, Lilly. He shares what life has been like up to this point as a new dad, what it's like to have a stubborn kid, why selflessness is imperative as a parent, and how he and his wife juggle working from home with parenting their mobile toddler.
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Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
Alex and his wife, Deanna, share their exciting news: they're having another baby! The two revisit how they found out they were going to be pregnant after a miscarriage, how this pregnancy is different for Deanna from previous pregnancies, and what the two of them are looking forward to in becoming parents again.
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Alex invites his friend, Becca Culbreth, to the conversation. Becca is a kindergarten teacher with a lot of great positivity and affirmation to bring to the show. She shares how, even with some of the chaos surrounding online learning, there is a lot of joy and love that it brings. Becca also implores parents to be self-forgiving and shares ways to engage with your child during this time when everyone is stuck at home.
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Monday Apr 06, 2020
Monday Apr 06, 2020
Alex invites his friend, and former public school teacher, Allison Love to join this show. Allison brings a lot of great ideas on how to homeschool your young children during this challenging time with COVID-19. They talk about the right approach as well as how to utilize screen time responsibly.
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Monday Mar 30, 2020
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Alex invites a principal of a Montessori school, Melinda Cotter, to share more details about what Montessori schools are about. She talks about what inspired her to become a teacher, some misinterpretations about the Montessori method, and what you should consider before enrolling your child in a Montessori school.
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Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Alex brings familiar face and friend, Joe Houde, to the show to discuss what 100 episodes of a podcast has been like and what the future holds for The Dad Chronicle.
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Monday Mar 16, 2020
Monday Mar 16, 2020
Alex holds a round table discussion with two other gentlemen who have experienced the loss of a child recently. They talk about how they come to terms with what has happened and what you can do to support those going through this challenging situation.
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Alex invites Kevin & Ivo DiPalma, who are known on the Internet as the 2 dads on FamilyFab76, to share their perspective as gay fathers. Their story brings a lot of love, inclusion, and positivity to the topic of fatherhood, and they are on a mission to bring awareness to LGBTQ+ parenting.
Check Out FamilyFab76:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWuTOZ_tfg5VQH0w8nkk0yw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familyfab76/
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Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Alex invites Dr. John Luiza, an OBGYN, who shares his own story on becoming a father. He also talks about how to you can be a supportive partner, not only during the birthing process, but also before and postpartum.
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Monday Feb 03, 2020
Monday Feb 03, 2020
Alex shares some sad news that he and his wife had a miscarriage. He shares how he and his wife are dealing with the tragedy and what this experience is like from the perspective of a father.
Monday Jan 06, 2020
Monday Jan 06, 2020
Alex speaks with Bobby Frankenberger, a contestant on season 2 of America's Next Top Podcaster, a podcaster, and stay at home dad. The two talk about how to approach educating your kids through critical thinking techniques, how Bobby was intimidated with becoming a father, and how Bobby wishes the notion of "stay at home dad" was normalized in today's society.
Monday Dec 30, 2019
Monday Dec 30, 2019
Alex invites Jamie Brand, also known as TMS Mashups, to join the conversation. They discuss the challenges that Jamie faced in building a bond with his son when he was born compared to his daughter and how Jamie works hard to reinforce the love that he has for his son. Jamie also brings the conversation full circle when discussing how he sees a lot of his parenting style influenced by how he was raised by his own father.
Check out Jamie's website: www.tmsmashups.com
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