"I've Been a Father Longer Than I've Been a Man" | Willie Macc on Teen Fatherhood, & Late Diagnosis.

"I've Been a Father Longer Than I've Been a Man" | Willie Macc on Teen Fatherhood, & Late Diagnosis.

What does it mean to be a Good Dad but a Bad Father? This week we sat down with comedian, actor, and writer Willie Macc — whose stand-up has racked up over 100 million views online — for one of the most honest, funny, and deeply human conversations we've had on this podcast. Willie became a dad at 17. He wasn't diagnosed with autism and ADHD until he was 37. And somewhere in between, he had to figure out fatherhood without a manual, a diagnosis, or any of the language we have today. We talk about: 🧠 Late ADHD & autism diagnosis — and how it reframed his entire childhood and parenting journey 💔 Losing his daughter at 17 — and how he and his son Malcolm processed unimaginable grief together 🔁 Generational trauma — from his dad picking cotton at 12 to Willie putting NyQuil in his son's OJ (his words, not ours) 😂 The back of a Mazda 323 — we'll let Willie explain that one 💬 Talking to your kids like humans — vulnerability, depression, the hard stuff, all of it 🎤 How Bernie Mack changed his life in one afternoon on a TV set 🏆 "Good Dad, Bad Father" — his new stand-up special and what that title really means Willie's son Malcolm put it best: "You're my motivation, Dad. You've been doing this so long and haven't gotten close to your goal… but you still keep trying." Ouch. And also… same, Malcolm. Same. 🎙️ Find Willie Macc: → Instagram/TikTok/YouTube: @WillieMacc → Stand-up special "Good Dad, Bad Father" — Available NOW and coming to YouTube & Amazon Prime in July 📍 Follow the Too Tired Parents Podcast: → YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Instagram → New episodes every other week — we're tired, but we show up #parenting #ADHD #neurodivergent #standup #comedy #fatherhood #generationaltrauma #mentalhealth #toddlermom #podcastforparents #tiredparents #WillieMack #gooddadbadffather Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Comedian Eddie Clark on Raising Twins at 65 & Getting Stunned by Hospital Security

Comedian, actor, retired law enforcement officer, and former U.S. Marine Eddie Clark joins Myles & Heather to talk about becoming a dad again at 65 — this time to four-year-old twins. He shares the unbelievable true story of nearly getting tased by hospital security after trying to show off his newborns to nurses down the hall, and breaks down just how much parenting, childbirth, and family dynamics have changed in the 46 years since he first became a father. We talk intentional parenting, breaking generational cycles, why he retired from the road to be present for his kids, and his (very strong) opinion that mothers should be paid for the work they do. 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of The (2) Too Tired Parents Podcast every other week. 💬 Drop a comment with your favorite moment from this one! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Intro & welcoming Eddie Clark 0:56 – Why "Rock-a-Bye Baby" is basically child abuse 4:52 – Becoming a dad again 46 years later 4:56 – What delivery rooms were like in the 1970s vs. now 8:00 – The hospital alarm goes off — security closes in 8:52 – The stun gun story 12:36 – Skipping the hospital tour (and regretting it) 16:54 – "Kids come out of the womb knowing they have rights" 19:00 – Teaching kids consent and boundaries around affection 20:50 – Actively breaking generational parenting cycles 23:54 – His daughter's advice that made him retire from touring 26:00 – Building a 100-days-a-year work schedule for family time 31:50 – Why intentional parenting matters more than ever 36:50 – Getting kids involved in cooking and chores 39:50 – "Pay mothers reparations" — Eddie's take on unpaid labor 41:36 – Wrap-up & where to find Eddie Follow Eddie: FOLLOW US: 📱 Podcast: @the.2.tootiredparents 🎤 Myles: @Mylesweberjoker (IG & TikTok) https://www.facebook.com/MylesFunny 👩‍⚕️ Heather: @Heatherweberjoker #Parenting #ComedyPodcast #ModernFatherhood #DadLife #StandUpComedy #TooTiredParents Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Photography Hot Take: Parents Make Photoshoots Complicated w/ Photographer Mae Long

What does it really take to get amazing family photos — and why are parents actually the hardest ones to photograph? In this episode, we sit down with our friend Mae Long, a family and community lifestyle photographer based in Solano County, CA, for a candid and hilarious conversation about the art of capturing real family moments. Mae shares how she got her start photographing kids for the City of Benicia and how her love for working with children turned into a thriving photography career spanning nearly two decades. From her signature "monkey butt" trick for getting genuine smiles to her philosophy of letting kids be kids during sessions, Mae brings warmth, humor, and real talk about what makes a great family photo. In this episode: Why parents — not kids — are actually the hardest subjects to photograph The secret behind May's "monkey butt" technique (and why cheese is overrated) How to prep your family for a stress-free photo session Fresh 48 sessions, funerals, sober grad nights, and more in our "Snap or Pass" rapid fire round Why candid, in-between moments will always be your favorite photos The importance of printing and preserving memories beyond the cloud How May befriended an 80-year-old woman just to use her field of wildflowers Whether you're planning your next family session or just love a good conversation about parenthood, photography, and human connection, this one's for you. 📸 Find Mae: Instagram @maemephoto | creativemae.com FOLLOW US: 📱 Podcast: @the.2.tootiredparents 🎤 Myles: @Mylesweberjoker (IG & TikTok) 👩‍⚕️ Heather: @Heatherweberjoker  🎙️ Subscribe to Too Tired Parents wherever you listen to podcasts!  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Dr. Mona on AI vs. Pediatricians, Neurodivergent Kids & Why Inner Child Work Will Save Your Marriage

In this episode of the Too Tired Parents Podcast, Myles and Heather are riding a good kind of tired — fresh off their first overnight date night in three years (a Tech 9 concert for Mother's Day!). Joining them is the brilliant Dr. Mona, a board-certified pediatrician, IBCLC, and mom of two, who also hosts the Peds Doc Talk podcast. The conversation covers a lot of ground — from navigating AI in the exam room and what it means for parenting confidence, to the American school system's failure to support neurodivergent kids. Dr. Mona opens up about her own ADHD diagnosis, her traumatic birth experience that reshaped her approach to motherhood, and how managing social media trolls actually made her a more compassionate pediatrician. They also get into the deep stuff: inner child work and how unresolved childhood wounds show up in our adult relationships and parenting, how to have age-appropriate conversations with your kids about death, consent, sex, and menstruation, and the importance of letting kids witness healthy conflict resolution — not just the argument, but the repair. Dr. Mona shares her personal journey from aspiring broadcast journalist (her immigrant parents steered her toward medicine for security) to now living her creative dream through her platform, newsletter, and an upcoming book due in 2028. This episode is honest, funny, deeply insightful, and packed with practical wisdom for any parent trying to raise emotionally healthy, curious kids — while also doing their own inner work along the way. 🎙️ Guest: Dr. Mona — Peds Doc Talk 📺 Find her at: petsdoctalk.com  📸 Follow her on Instagram and all social platforms: @pedsdoctalk 📌 Topics Covered: • AI vs. pediatricians — who wins? • Neurodiversity, ADHD, and rethinking the school system • Inner child work and how it transforms relationships • Talking to kids about death, consent, sex & periods • The immigrant parent pressure to choose a "secure" career • Dr. Mona's upcoming book (2028!) • Creativity as the key to happiness 🔔 Like, subscribe, and share if this resonated with you — and drop a comment to let us know what topic hit home! 🛒 SPONSOR: Save 30% off your first Thrive Market box + get a free gift! Use our link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/tootiredparents FOLLOW US: 📱 Podcast: @the.2.tootiredparents 🎤 Myles: @Mylesweberjoker (IG & TikTok) 👩‍⚕️ Heather: @Heatherweberjoker  The Too Tired Parents Podcast is hosted by Myles & Heather Weber. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

From Embalming to Punchlines: A Mortician's Parenting Lessons & Life After Death | Morty Stein

In this episode of the Two Tired Parents Podcast, hosts Myles and Heather Weber sit down with their longtime friend Morty Stein — a retired, dually-licensed Mortician, Stand-up Comedian, and social media personality with over 200,000 TikTok followers on his channel Funeral Home Confessions. Morty shares the fascinating story of how he knew he wanted to be a mortician at just 7 years old, what it actually takes to become a licensed embalmer (spoiler: 2 years of school + 2 years of apprenticeship + 200 bodies), and why nearly 65 of the 70 people who started his mortuary school class dropped out after the first funeral home tour. From the wildest family requests he's ever received (nudist funerals, vibrators in caskets, and yes — the Folgers tin) to the special cosmetics used on the deceased, Morty gives a candid, surprisingly funny look behind the doors of the funeral home. The conversation takes a meaningful turn as Morty opens up about how the 2008 financial crisis forced him to start his own funeral home, which eventually led him to stand-up comedy — and how witnessing so much loss shaped him into a more present, intentional father. He also shares his very detailed, very specific funeral pre-arrangements (hint: Dark Side of the Moon plays for exactly 44 minutes and 42 seconds before the service begins). The group also dives into parenting conversations around explaining death to young children, balancing career with family, social media boundaries for kids, and the importance of letting your children form their own beliefs. Follow Morty Stein: Instagram: @OhLordyItsMorty TikTok: Funeral Home Confessions (200K followers) Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and drop your questions for Morty in the comments below! 🛒 SPONSOR: Save 30% off your first Thrive Market box + get a free gift! Use our link: https://shop.thrivemarket.com/tootire... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbi1tbzBKU1ZTVnozNWVvdk5XTkhjT2d2ekZzZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuSnRIcWdPRHpiaVQyRXdhbDA0QnBTWGxnbTh6dnNicnNtOV83R0ZucHZLUlhxUmhWN2xCaWxodkNLVW9sb1pjcTlQcGNUMnVoaFBwM29vMVV5clVNX1A3WXY3VGRsRWJiN3dWQ2xMTVBHcG9wTW0zOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.thrivemarket.com%2Ftootiredparents&v=8pBsoZURHxo] FOLLOW US: 📱 Podcast: @the.2.tootiredparents 🎤 Myles: @Mylesweberjoker (IG & TikTok) 👩‍⚕️ Heather: @Heatherweberjoker #TooTiredParents [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/tootiredparents] #Parenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/parenting] #Mortician [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mortician] #Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast] #ParentingTips [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/parentingtips] #MindfulParenting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mindfulparenting] #Fatherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fatherhood] #Comedy [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/comedy] #Standup [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/standup] #FamilyFirst [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familyfirst] #WordsMatter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/wordsmatter] #Presence [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/presence] #Mindfulness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mindfulness] #PodcastEpisode [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastepisode] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-2-too-tired-parents-podcast--6708935/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].