Why Good Dads Still Feel Like They're Failing | Ep. 8

Why Good Dads Still Feel Like They're Failing | Ep. 8

What if being a great dad isn't about doing more... but giving yourself more grace? This week, the guys sit down with Brian Feltmann—pastor, husband, father of six, and a man who's spent years helping families navigate the highs and lows of parenting. With kids ranging from newborn to teenager, Brian brings a perspective that only years of fatherhood can provide. From hilarious stories about life with six kids to deep conversations about patience, guilt, spiritual leadership, and the pressure dads put on themselves, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and encouragement. Brian shares why your kids probably remember you differently than you remember yourself, how fatherhood has taught him more about the heart of God, and why learning to lose yourself may be the greatest lesson a dad can learn. Whether you're expecting your first child or raising teenagers, this conversation is a reminder that your kids don't need a perfect father—they need one who's present. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – DadCo chaos returns 😂 2:30 – Meet Brian Feltmann 8:00 – Six kids, ministry, and surviving the chaos 18:00 – What every new dad gets wrong 31:00 – Why dads are harder on themselves than their kids are 46:00 – The moments your children will actually remember 1:02:00 – The pressure of raising kids in today's world 1:18:00 – Fatherhood and what it reveals about God 1:20:00 – Patience, grace, and leading your family well 1:22:00 – Advice Brian wishes every new dad could hear 1:24:00 – What six kids have taught him about parenting 1:25:00 – If your kids remembered one thing about you 1:26:00 – What truly makes someone a dad? Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596595/support]

Nobody Prepares You For This Part of Fatherhood | Ep. 7

This episode starts off exactly how you’d expect from DadCo—laughs, stories, interruptions, and absolute chaos—but underneath the humor is a conversation every dad can relate to. The guys dive into the realities of fatherhood that nobody talks about enough: pressure, sacrifice, identity shifts, marriage challenges, exhaustion, and learning how to lead your family when you still feel like you’re figuring life out yourself. From hilarious parenting moments to serious conversations about discipline, emotional growth, and becoming the kind of man your kids actually need, this episode is packed with honesty and perspective. Whether you’re a new dad, future dad, or just trying to become a better man, this conversation hits deep. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Classic DadCo chaos 😂 2:00 – Catching up + recent dad moments 6:00 – The hardest adjustment after becoming a father 10:00 – Why nobody talks about the mental load dads carry 15:00 – Marriage changes after kids 19:00 – Feeling exhausted but still needing to show up 23:00 – Funny parenting fails & survival mode stories 28:00 – Learning patience the hard way 33:00 – Discipline vs relationship with your kids 38:00 – How your childhood affects your parenting 43:00 – The pressure men feel to provide 48:00 – Becoming emotionally available as a dad 52:00 – What kind of example are we setting? 56:00 – Advice for younger or future fathers 1:00:00 – Final thoughts + encouragement for dads Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596595/support]

The Conversation Men Need To Hear Right Now | Ep. 6

This episode starts with laughs, random dad chaos, and stories that spiral completely off the rails—but quickly turns into one of the deepest conversations the podcast has had so far. The guys sit down with Conrad Craft for an honest discussion about mental health, identity, pressure, purpose, and the hidden weight so many men carry in silence. From funny childhood stories to vulnerable conversations about burnout, depression, anxiety, and feeling lost, this episode dives into what happens when life doesn’t look the way you thought it would. More importantly, it’s about hope. About showing up anyway. About learning that asking for help doesn’t make you weak—and that being a dad, husband, or man isn’t about pretending you’re okay all the time. This one is real. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – DadCo chaos begins 😂 2:00 – Embarrassing childhood stories 6:00 – Why men joke instead of opening up 10:00 – Feeling pressure to “have it all together” 14:00 – Mental health struggles nobody talks about 18:00 – Anxiety, burnout & emotional exhaustion 23:00 – What social media is doing to men 28:00 – The danger of isolation 32:00 – When life doesn’t go the way you planned 37:00 – Learning how to ask for help 42:00 – Fatherhood changing your perspective 46:00 – The fear of failing your family 50:00 – Finding purpose again 54:00 – Encouragement for men struggling silently 58:00 – Final thoughts + encouragement for dads Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596595/support]

This 23-Year-Old Exposed Why Men Fear Commitment | Ep. 5

This week the dads bring in a special guest—Keegan. He’s not a father yet, but he wants to be one day, and that perspective created one of the most interesting conversations yet. From hilarious family stories and childhood memories to serious talk about masculinity, dating culture, purity, identity, and what young men are facing today—this episode bridges two generations of thought. The guys unpack what it means to become a man in today’s world, why fatherhood matters more than ever, and how serving your family may be the greatest definition of strength. This one is funny, honest, thoughtful, and full of wisdom for dads, future dads, and anyone trying to figure life out. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Chaotic intro + Keegan enters the pod 😂 2:00 – Meet Keegan: aspiring dad, sports card entrepreneur 6:00 – The kidney stone elevator story (unreal) 10:00 – Building hustle from a young age 13:00 – Fear of judgment, haters & doing your own thing 18:00 – Why identity matters more than opinions 21:00 – First dad question: funniest thing Keegan’s dad ever did 24:00 – Candle sniffing at Target 💀 25:00 – What makes Keegan’s dad special 27:00 – What he wants to carry into fatherhood one day 29:00 – How this generation views fatherhood differently 33:00 – Dating apps, commitment & modern relationships 38:00 – Biggest challenge for young men before marriage 40:00 – Purity, instant gratification & pornography culture 43:00 – Is masculinity making a comeback? 46:00 – Why discipling your children matters 49:00 – Becoming a father: does it change you or reveal you? 52:00 – What being a good man really looks like 55:00 – Serving your wife and leading your family well 58:00 – Final words to future kids Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596595/support]

From Rock Bottom to Redemption | DadCo Ep. 4

In this episode, the guys kick things off with laughs, chaos, and classic DadCo energy—but quickly transition into one of the most real and powerful conversations yet. Jeremy joins the pod to share his story—one filled with struggle, honesty, failure, and ultimately redemption. From early marriage mistakes to the brink of divorce, this episode dives deep into what it really looks like to confront your past, take ownership, and fight for your family. Along the way, the guys also unpack everyday dad struggles, the pressures of fatherhood, and the importance of being present—even when you feel like you have no idea what you’re doing. This one is raw, unfiltered, and necessary. ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – The most chaotic intro yet 😂 1:00 – Meet Jeremy (new dad, 10 years married) 5:00 – Weekly check-ins + new job talk 9:30 – “What dad skills do you suck at?” 11:00 – Learning emotional awareness with your kids 14:00 – The struggle of being present as a dad 16:00 – Feeling like you have no idea what you’re doing 20:00 – Using your kids as an excuse (we’ve all been there) 26:00 – If you could outsource one part of fatherhood… 30:00 – Why the hard seasons of parenting matter most 34:00 – Transitioning from one kid to two 38:00 – Jeremy’s story begins: marriage at a breaking point 42:00 – Hidden struggles, addiction, and the affair 46:00 – Divorce papers… and a moment that changed everything 50:00 – Hitting rock bottom and being forced to face reality 55:00 – Confession, grace, and choosing to fight for marriage 1:00:00 – The long road to healing and rebuilding trust Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2596595/support]