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Dads in Real Life Podcast
Ready for real talk from two dads who get it? One’s a SoCal entrepreneur juggling life with older kids; the other is a seasoned work-from-home dad with a crew of toddlers. Separated by a decade in age but united by their parenting journeys, these dads bring hilarious, heartfelt stories, lessons learned, and raw honesty to topics every parent can relate to—whether it’s diapers or dream projects. Born out of a mentorship-turned friendship, this podcast is your invitation to laugh, learn, and…
Episodes
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Halloween Hits Different When You're a Dad
🎃 Welcome to our Halloween episode of Dads in Real Life! For the first time, Travis and Robert get to look back at their Halloween episode from last year and…
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The Dad Hacks That Actually Make Life Easier
For the first time in podcast history, Robert might actually be more tired than Travis. Which raises a very important question: Can you get tired from sleeping…
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Tired, Stressed & Distracted? Welcome to Dad Life
Five hours of sleep, too much caffeine, a never-ending to-do list, and a baby who won't go back to sleep. Welcome to another episode of Dads in Real Life. ☕…
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The Never-Ending Dad To-Do List | How We Manage It
Today we pick up Part 2 of our conversation about protecting your time, attention, and mental space as a dad. Or at least we try to. First, there are…
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Everything Wants Your Attention | How Dads Protect Their Priorities
Travis starts today’s episode where most dads probably start their day: with a list. Lists keep everything on track...or at least they’re supposed to. But…
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Random Things Every Dad Eventually Learns
How do dads end up knowing so much completely random stuff? Today, Travis and Robert attempt to answer that question with four very important categories: Did…
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When Life Changes, Your Systems Have To Change
Today’s episode starts with a little bit of everything. Travis kicks things off with a quick review of a very green drink before checking in on the absolutely…
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Dad Talk: Costco Tires, Garden Hoses & Good Neighbors
Today’s episode starts exactly where you’d expect a dad podcast to start: getting new tires at Costco. Robert shares a lesson learned the hard way—maybe don’t…
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Summer With Kids Is NOT a Vacation
Travis and Robert are back! After taking a break from the podcast over the summer, the dads catch up on where they’ve been and why sometimes real dad life has…
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From Garage Hustle to Business Owner | Coffee, Tattoos & Fatherhood
Today, Travis and Robert welcome special guest Jon Kelly to the podcast for a conversation about fatherhood, entrepreneurship, coffee, tattoos, and building a…
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Why Kids Don’t Play Outside Anymore
Today’s episode starts with a challenge from Travis: 🚨 If the YouTube channel gains 100 more subscribers… he’ll tear open his kitchen wall on camera. 🚨 Why? A…
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Mother’s Day Looks Different as a Dad
On today’s episode, Travis kicks things off with a game of “Where Did That Word Come From?” as he shares the origin story behind a word celebrating its…
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Parenting in Public: How Much Freedom Is Too Much?
Today’s episode starts off with a simple observation from Travis… Why are there no crickets in Northern California? 🦗 Before they can even unpack that, a…
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Are we too distracted to feel awe anymore?
We’re back after a quick spring break—and as always, Travis kicks things off with a Trader Joe’s review, this time featuring Beer Bread 🍺🍞. From there, it’s…
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My Wife Works, I Stay Home | Here's What We Learned
In today’s episode, Travis kicks things off with a mix of questions, stories, and real-life updates from his world as a dad. They start by talking about…
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Time vs Money as a Dad (What’s Actually Worth It?)
Today’s episode is a bit of a smorgasbord—and it starts exactly where you’d expect… the dentist. Travis and Robert share some good (and not so good) stories…
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Stressed Out as a Dad? Here’s How We Actually Handle It
On today’s episode, Travis and Robert talk about something every dad experiences—but doesn’t always talk about: stress. Before diving in, Travis points out…
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Why Kids Quit Sports (And What Parents Can Do) | Coach’s Perspective
In today’s episode, Travis and Robert welcome a special guest, Dave — father and co-owner of Soccer Shots Sacramento — to continue the conversation on youth…
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Birthdays Hit Different When You’re a Dad
On today’s episode, we’re celebrating a birthday. Travis kicks things off by sharing that it’s his birthday, and what better way to celebrate than by spending…
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Team Sports, Teenagers & Mixed Signals | Youth Sports Series Pt. 2
Today we continue Part 2 of our Youth Sports series. In the first episode, Travis shared that his kids are still a little young for competitive sports, while…
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Dad Life Rapid Fire: Pools, Olympics & Giving Things Up
In today’s episode, Travis hits the ground running with a question no one expected… involving bowel movements and public pools. Yes, we go there. From there…
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Are Youth Sports Out of Control? Pros & Cons for Modern Dads
In today’s episode, we kick off a two-part series on Youth Sports—but first, Travis opens with the intro question: “What hasn’t changed?” From the smell of…
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The Tools Every Dad Needs (And Why Owning Them Isn’t Enough)
In today’s episode, Travis and Robert talk about tools for dads—but not just the kind you keep in the garage. Before jumping into the main topic, Travis kicks…
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Parenting in an AI World | What’s Our Role When Robots Take Over?
In today’s episode, Travis brings a question to the table that feels both futuristic and uncomfortably close to home: What happens when robots take over the…
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Why New Habits Fail (and How to Fix Them) | Dad Systems for 2026
In this episode, Travis and Robert pick up right where they left off, continuing the conversation around habits and systems for 2026. Travis starts things off…
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From Hot Takes to Hard Lessons | Starting 2026 by Reflecting on 2025
Welcome to the first episode of 2026 🎉—and it was such a good conversation we had to split it into two sessions. Travis kicks things off with some classic…
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A Secret Santa From Australia | A Christmas Dad Talk
In today’s Christmas episode, Travis surprises Robert—and the listeners—by inviting a Secret Santa guest onto the podcast. 🎅 Meet Johnny, a dad of four and a…
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Salads, Throw-up Bowls, and Sick Kids: The Meaning of 'Tis The Season
Travis kicks off today’s episode with a hot take no one asked for: salads should include leaves. From there, things take a hard left when he asks the question…
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Behind the Brew: Jesse Shares the Rise of Ten Mile Brewing
Today, Travis and Robert welcome a special guest—Jesse from Ten Mile Brewing—for the first episode of this series. Jesse takes us behind the scenes of how he…
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Thankful for the Little Things: A Thanksgiving Dad Conversation
In this Thanksgiving special, Travis kicks things off with a fun game called “Chain Link”—something he picked up from another podcast and wants to try with…
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Are We Ruining the Holidays? Early Christmas, Overwhelm & Dad Life
Today’s episode starts with Travis’s favorite opener: “I was today years old when I found out…” From surprising discoveries to everyday dad revelations, both…
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From Overwhelmed to Organized: Simplifying the Dad To-Do List
In today’s episode, Travis and Robert dive deep into something every dad can relate to — the never-ending to-do list and the mental load that comes with it…
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Travis Hasn’t Seen WHAT?! The Ultimate Dad Movie Breakdown
In today’s episode, Travis admits something shocking… he hasn’t seen a lot of the big-name movies most of us grew up with! 🎞️ Robert and Travis dive into their…
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The “Poop-Copter” Incident, Halloween Dad Tips & Trick-or-Treat Tales
This week’s episode kicks off with story time — and trust us, you don’t want to miss the “poop-copter” story. 😅 Travis and Robert catch up on dad life…
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Monkey Bars, Dad Life & Jiu-Jitsu — What Could Go Wrong?
In today’s episode, Travis and Rob kick things off by talking about what it’s like to listen to their own podcast (spoiler: it’s weirdly insightful). Rob then…
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Why Dads Need a “Campfire Reset” | Rest, Recovery & Dad Life Reflections
Today’s episode is short, sweet, and a little different. Between busy schedules and school pick-up lines, Robert and Travis pause to reflect on what it really…
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Soda, Car Trouble & Dad Decisions | The Mental Load of Fatherhood
This week’s episode starts with a simple question: “Why do we still drink soda with so much sugar when there are so many alternatives?” But before we can…
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Catching Up: Dad Life, Fitness & Fantasy Football
Today’s episode is all about catching up—and it’s a fun one! Travis kicks things off with his segment “Shower Thoughts with Travis,” sharing his tip of the…
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Dad Life, Business & First-Time Home Buyer Tips w/ Jake from Home Loans
Big milestone—our first guest is here! 🎉 Today, Travis and Robert sit down with Jake from Home Loans to talk about the balancing act of becoming a dad while…
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Back-to-School Chaos: Wins, Losses & Lessons Learned
It’s back-to-school season—and with it comes drop-off line drama, emotional first days, and plenty of lessons learned along the way. 🎒✏️ This week, Travis…
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Defining Podcast Success (While the Baby Naps) | Dad Talk & “Life Is Easier After 4 Kids?"
Sometimes you just hit record while the baby naps—and that’s exactly what we did today. 👶🎙️ In this episode, we kick things off with Travis’s question of the…
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From Summer Chaos to Self-Discovery: Dad Life & How Our Identity Changes
In this episode, we kick things off by catching up after summer break and celebrating the big win—the kids are back in school! 🎉 Robert asks Travis if he’s…
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Is Work-Life Balance a Myth? A Dad’s Honest Take on Business, Burnout & Boundaries
In today’s solo episode, Robert dives deep into a question so many parents—and especially dads—face: Is work-life balance even real… or just something we…
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Parenting Through Fear: Helping Kids Do Hard Things
We’re back with a fresh episode—and a homemade podcast jingle to prove it! 🎶 Travis kicks us off with the usual dad banter, mic checks, and desk comparisons…
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New Mic, No List, & Dad Debates: What We’re Saying “No” to This Season
We’re leveling up—Travis finally upgraded his mic! 🎙️ (One step closer to looking professional… or at least sounding like it.) In this episode, we kick things…
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Catching Up, Letting Go & Late-Night Fireworks
After a two-week break, we're back—and today’s episode is all about catching up, cracking up, and checking in on where we are in life, parenting, and…
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Traveling with Kids: What’s Really Worth the Money (and What’s Not)
Summer’s here, the kids are home, and the chaos is real! In today’s episode, we catch up on life, road trips, and the wild adventure of traveling with…
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Why Mornings Win: The Secret Weapon for Dads & Better Days
Rob flips the script and puts Travis in the hot seat for another round of The 100% Game (it’s as ridiculous and fun as it sounds 😅) *Short on time? Fast…
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From Me to We: Why Dads Need Tribe, Not Just Hustle
We kick things off with coffee and chaos—playing our new favorite segment: The 100% Game. Can you guess the word your co-host is thinking? Spoiler: it takes…
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Softballs & Curveballs: Dad Questions, Personalities & Childhood Friendships
Today’s episode is full of laughs, surprises, and some real-deal dad wisdom. 🎤 Travis and Robert go head-to-head in a round of unexpected dad questions—without…
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Embarrassing moments, sugary cereal, and dial up: The secret power of Nostalgia as a dad
In this episode, we kick things off with a laugh—sharing our most embarrassing professional moments (yes, they’re cringy and hilarious). From awkward CEO…
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Navigating Grief as a Dad: A Real Conversation About Loss, Family & Healing
Today’s episode takes a more tender turn as Travis opens up about his current journey through grief. While we often focus on topics like parenting, business…
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Backyards to Airplanes: Outdoor & Travel Tips for Dads with Kids
Today’s episode is all about getting outside and making memories—from local parks to international travel! 🌳✈️ Travis and Robert start by sharing their…
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Motorcycles to Minivans: The Sacrifices & Shifts of Dad Life
What would you do with a blank check? 💸 Travis and Robert kick off today’s episode dreaming big—with very different answers. But soon, they’re trading in…
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Teaching Kids to Handle Big Emotions (When We're Still Learning Too)
Today’s episode dives deep into one of the biggest challenges in parenting: how to help our kids handle their emotions—while we’re still learning to manage our…
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Breathwork for Dads: Managing Stress, Anxiety & Energy Through Better Breathing
Why do people drive like maniacs? Travis kicks things off with a fun (and relatable) question—but we quickly dive deep into something that affects every…
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Entrepreneurship & Dad Life: Turning Skills Into Side Hustles
Entrepreneurship isn't always about Lambos and laptop lifestyles. For many dads, it’s about creating options, building freedom, and providing for their…
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Kidney Stones, ER Chaos & Life Lessons: Our Most Painful Stories
Today’s episode starts off light with a fun question: What would you do if you won the lottery tomorrow? 💰 But it quickly turns into one of our most real and…
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Parenting Through Every Season: Letting Go, Growth & Life Lessons
Today, we’re getting personal about our current season of parenting—what we’ve learned, what’s surprised us, and what we love most about watching our kids…
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How Our Wives Made Us Better Dads: Growth, Partnership & Parenting
Behind every great dad is a strong partnership, and today, we’re giving credit where it’s due—our wives. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How growing up with…