Episodes

  • Clayton Fletcher

    Clayton Fletcher
    Nov 14 2023
    Clayton Fletcher is a standup comedian who has performed all over the world, but his favorite routine of all is his bedtime routine with his daughter. Clayton discusses juggling comedy, parenthood, professional poker and his new book published by HarperCollins, The ROI of LOL available now.

    Episode Breakdown:

    3:23 - Getting into Entertainment

    5:48 - Where He Was In His Career When He Became a Dad

    7:50 - How Fatherhood Impacted His Perspective and Approach

    11:33 - The ROI of LOL

    16:45 - How Being a Comedian Helps Transition to Parenthood

    19:20 - On Being a Professional Poker Player

    24:05 - DadLibs

    26:25 - Rapid Father Questions

    Follow Clayton:

    @claytoncomic:

    https://www.instagram.com/claytoncomic/


    @claytoncomic:
    https://twitter.com/claytoncomic

    The ROI of LOL: https://roilol.com/
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    34 mins
  • Joel Willis

    Joel Willis
    Apr 18 2023
    Joel Willis is the former Editor in Chief of the popular social media parenting brand, The Dad and co-author of the recently released book, Dad Law. He's also a loving father of two who enjoys working from home and is looking forward to dressing up and attending the next Taylor Swift concert with his daughter.

    Episode Breakdown:
    1:46 - Little Bites
    6:05 - Getting Into What Your Kids Are Into
    7:40 - Early Career At GE
    9:56 - Launching of The Dad
    11:42 - Work/Life Balance
    14:00 - Creating Dad Content
    15:47- Assembling A Creative Team
    18:32 - The Dad's Growth
    23:25 - Dad Law
    26:40 - Dad Libs
    30:50 - Rapid Father Questions
    37:00 - Dad Advice

    Follow Joel on Social:
    @thejoelwillis
    @TheJoelWillis
    https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoelwillis

    Father Material Website
    @father_material on IG
    @father_material on Twitter
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    40 mins
  • Eli Lebowicz

    Eli Lebowicz
    Feb 16 2023
    Eli Lebowicz is a stand up comedian and most importantly a loving father of two. After balancing fatherhood, comedy and a full-time day job, Eli has announced he's diving full time into comedy (and still being a Dad).

    Episode Breakdown:
    1:47 - Going Into Stand Up Full Time
    2:44 - Balancing Parenting With Stand Up
    6:15 - On Keeping Kosher
    9:42 - How Being A Dad Influences His Comedy
    15:20 - Balancing Parenthood With Finding Time To Be Creative
    20:25 - Different Jewish Experiences
    23:45 - Family Planning
    31:35 - Funny Things His Kids Say To Him
    34:33- Would You Rather? [Rapid Father Questions]
    40:25- What Ages Are The Easiest/Toughest With Toddlers
    46:50 - What Gives Him The Most Pride in Being a Dad

    Follow Eli on social media:
    @EliLebowicz: https://twitter.com/EliLebowicz
    @elicomedyagram: https://www.instagram.com/elicomedyagram/?hl=en

    For bookings and upcoming shows:
    http://www.elicomedy.com/
    Official Website: Fathermaterial.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    56 mins
  • Joe Caporoso

    Joe Caporoso
    Jan 31 2023
    Joe Caporoso is the President of sports and entertainment media company Team Whistle and founder of Turn on the Jets, where he hosts the Badlands Patreon podcast. But most importantly, Joe is a father of two boys who tries to keep the cursing to a minimum when watching the Jets with his kids and prefers changing diapers over assembling toys.

    Episode Breakdown
    2:14 - Getting Extra Time at Home During the Pandemic
    3:41 - Working From Home vs The Office
    5:29 - Turn On The Jets + Becoming A Jets Fan
    8:32 - Coaching His Kids Teams
    10:40 - Working at Whistle
    12:05 - How He Initially Adjusted To Becoming a Dad
    14:14 - How Becoming A Dad Changes Your Perspective On Everything
    16:48 - Perspective On Hiring Parents
    19:15 - Balancing Work Mode and Dad Mode When WFH
    20:52 - Being Mindful of What My Kids Watch
    23:00 - Rapid Father Questions

    Follow Joe on Twitter
    https://twitter.com/JCaporoso

    Turn On The Jets Presents: Badlands
    https://www.patreon.com/BadlandsTOJ

    Team Whistle
    https://teamwhistle.com/

    Official Website: Fathermaterial.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    33 mins
  • Phil Ranta

    Phil Ranta
    Jan 17 2023
    Phil Ranta is a digital media veteran who has held leadership roles at companies such as Super Deluxe, Fullscreen, Studio 71, Facebook and now We Are Verified where he’s the COO focused on all things web3 and creator economy. But most importantly, he's a father of two, who believes that time spent with your kids makes you a better leader and that every parent could benefit from improv or comedy training.

    Episode Breakdown:

    3:05 - Navigating Young Kids with Young Startups
    5:00 - How His Kids Were Impacted By The Pandemic
    9:52 - Where He Was In His Career When He First Became a Dad
    11:41 - How Becoming A Dad Impacts Your Approach To Content
    15:15 - How Disney Movies Can Be Difficult To Watch With Your Kids
    18:08 - How Spending More time With Your Kids Makes you A Better Leader
    21:20 - How Having a Background in Comedy is Beneficial As a Parent
    26:06 - How Fathers Are More Present In Their Kids Lives Today
    27:40 - How Dad-Content Has Become Cool
    29:05 - Rapid Father Questions
    31:45 - Is Bluey the Best Show for Dads?
    37:25 - Defining Dad Energy and Dad Funny



    Follow Phil on twitter @PhilRanta for more insight on media and fatherhood:
    https://twitter.com/PhilRanta

    Official Website: Fathermaterial.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    44 mins
  • Brad Haugen

    Brad Haugen
    Nov 22 2022
    Brad Haugen is a media connoisseur whose past stops included SB Projects and the online media company ATTN (founder). He's currently the president of Westbrook Media, Will and Jada Smith's Media company. But most importantly, Brad is a very proud father of two and feels there's nothing in his life that is more important than helping them become the best versions of themselves for the world. 

    Episode Breakdown:
    2:00 - Having Kids So Close In Age 
    5:58 - Working for Scooter Braun When First Becoming a Dad
    11:00 - How Being A Dad Impacts His Approach To Content 
    14:30 - Balancing Work And Fatherhood 
    16:40 - Working at Westbrook Media 
    18:48 - Pitching Creative Ideas To Your Kids
    19:40 - Rapid Father Questions 
    24:30 - What Gives Him The Most Pride In Being A Father 

    Follow Brad @bradHaugen on social and see their latest work @westbrook 

    Official Website: Fathermaterial.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    28 mins
  • Robert King

    Robert King
    Nov 8 2022
    Robert King is a writer/comedian whose work has been seen on The Dad, The Chase on ABC and Up Early Tonight on Hulu. He just recently released a memoir "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood"  available exclusively in ebook and audiobook on Scribd. But most importantly, Robert is a loving father of two, who like many of us, is always striving to do better as he looks to balance his creative endeavors with still being a present father.

    Episode Breakdown:

    2:00 - Parent's Night Out

    5:25 - Hardest Age of Parenting

    10:05 - Working at The Dad

    13:00- The Creative Process

    18:15 - Balancing Work with Kids 

    21:10 - Working From Home

    25:54 - Writing 'No One Here Is Like Me'  

    30:15 - The Real Lowdown No One Tells Expecting Parents

    36:40 - Rapid Father Questions 

    You can follow Robert on Instagram @RobKingOfficial

    Check out the book "No One Here Is Like Me: Race, Family and Fatherhood" exclusively on Scribd: https://www.scribd.com/book/592829696/No-One-Here-Is-Like-Me-Race-Family-and-Fatherhood

    Sponsor:
    Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.

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    Official Website: Fathermaterial.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    49 mins
  • Corey Rodrigues

    Corey Rodrigues
    Aug 10 2022
    Corey Rodrigues is a comedian and actor whose work has been seen on Conan, TrueTV, EPIX and Prime Video. But most importantly, Corey is a family man. He's a loving father of two boys and even created a Zoom series Corey's Stories where he and one of his son's would tell stories and jokes while interacting with other kids on Zoom. Corey discusses everything from how he actively made the decision to pursue both comedy and having kids to some of his least favorite parts of parenting which include occasional awkward situations and frustration in the bathroom.

    Episode Breakdown:
    2:25 - Where I Was In My Career When I Became A Dad
    5:40 - Balancing Both a Comedy Career and Having Kids
    9:05 - The Impact Fatherhood Has Had On My Material
    13:25 - Frustration of Dealing With Sick Kids
    16:00 - What "Stinks" About Being A Parent The Most...
    21:08 - The Dad Voice and The Look
    24:30 - How We Treat Our Kids Differently Today
    27:30 - Corey's Stories
    31:28 - Dealing With Other Parents On The Playground
    34:00 - How We Make Up Excuses When Our Kids Aren't Friendly
    37:58 - Salesman
    40:00 Rapid Father Questions

    You can follow Corey on Instagram @coreyrods and head to his website CoreyRodrigues.com for info on all upcoming shows. Watch Salesman streaming on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Salesmen-Corey-Rodrigues/dp/B09Q3LXHBT

    Sponsor:
    Mindset Wellness is one of the fastest growing CBD companies in the US. Mindset uses full spectrum CBD infused with terpenes which are essential plant oils that navigate you to a specific mindset. All products are all natural, vegan, organic and GMO free.

    Go to: Mindsetwellness.com and use code: FATHERMATERIAL for 20% off and free shipping.

    Official Website: Fathermaterial.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/father_material/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Father_Material
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    46 mins