The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Dan Hernandez sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. Before we talk about being a dad, we travel down memory lane of what it was like to get video games at places like Toys R Us. After that we talk about the values he looks instill into his kids and the life lessons his kids have taught him. In addition we chat about the fantastic work he does in the entertainment industry and his creative process. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Dan Hernandez Dan Hernandez is a producer and writer, known for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, and Koala Man. His most recent work is Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy. He is a talented writer and show runner for multiple shows. He and his wife had two kids. Make sure you follow Dan on Instagram and Twitter at @cubanmissiledh. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Kyle Jansen sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the unconditional love dads have for their kids. Kyle also shares the importance of dad groups and what he learns from that group. Next we talk about Guardian Bikes. He shares the mindset he and the other co-founders had in the beginning. Kyle talks about the inspiration behind Guardian Bikes. We also talk about the shift they took after being on Shark Tank. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Kyle Jansen Kyle has a passion for creating things people love, which spills into his sense of humor, his work and his family life, and joy of cooking with whatever is in the fridge. At home, Kyle is a happy father of two young boys, who he enjoys teaching new things, as well as a supportive and loving husband to his amazing wife, Megan. At work, Kyle is an entrepreneur who helped to create Guardian Bikes, a disruptive bike company that developed safer braking technology for children. Kyle appeared on Shark Tank with Guardian Bikes in 2017 and scored a deal with his favorite shark, Mark Cuban. The company has continued to grow and thrives in Austin, TX where he lives with his family. Make sure you go to GuardianBikes.com to learn more and shop the best quality bikes for your family. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Charles Bock sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares that fact that he really never wanted to be a dad. We talk about the difficult time Charles and his daughter, Lily experienced when, Charles’ wife Diana passed away when Lily was three years old. Charles and I talk about his book, I Will Do Better and how tough it was to write and go back to a time that was very painful for him and his family. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Charles Bock Charles Bock had been a reluctant father, tagging along for the ride of parenthood, obsessed primarily with his dream of a writing career. But when his daughter Lily was six months old, his wife, Diana, was diagnosed with a complex form of leukemia. Two and half years later, all treatments and therapies exhausted, Charles found himself a widower—devastated, drowning in medical bills, and saddled with a daunting responsibility. To nurture Lily, and somehow, maybe even heal himself, Charles would have to change. I Will Do Better is the pull-no-punches account of what happened next and how this middle-aged boy-man and his plucky child were able to find their way together. Charles has two daughters and he lives in New York City. Make sure you pick up his book,I Will Do Better: A Father’s Memoir of Heartbreak, Parenting, and Love wherever you get books. In addition make sure you check out his website at charlesbock.net. Guardian Bikes Is This Week’s Sponsor A Guardian Bike is the easiest, safest, and quickest bikes for kids to learn on. Kids are learning to ride in just one day, no training wheels needed! What sets Guardian Bikes apart? Designed especially for stability, they are low to the ground with a wide wheelbase and ultra-lightweight frames, offering superior control and balance. This design gives young riders the ability to learn in just 1 day, without tears or frustration. Guardian Bikes are the only kids’ bikes designed and assembled in a USA factory, ensuring top-notch quality and durability. They were also featured on Shark Tank and are the New York Times Wirecutter top kids’ bike pick for 2024. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy families by getting a Guardian Bike today. Their holiday sales have begun, offering the biggest deal of the year. Save up to 33% on bikes, no code needed! Plus, get free shipping and a free bike lock and pump with your first purchase after signing up for their newsletter. Visit GuardianBikes.com to take advantage of these deals and secure your holiday gifts today. Happy Riding! About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Simon Otto sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his son as he grows up. In addition, he shares how resilient his son is and what his son taught him about life. After that we talk about his new movie, That Christmas, that is on Netflix. Simon shares what message he hopes that the audience will take away from film. Plus, he also shares how much fun he had working with the cast and crew. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Simon Otto Simon Otto is a Director, Animator and Story Artist. Most recently, Simon directed an episode for Volume Two of the Netflix series Love, Death & Robots called The Tall Grass while also developing several other Netflix related projects. Simon is known for his work as the Head of Character Animation of all three How to Train Your Dragon films for DreamWorks Animation. In addition to overseeing the animation of the films, Simon has been instrumental in developing the look of the characters, their personalities, and the overall style of the animation as well as working in the story department on the second and third film. Make sure you follow Simon on Instagram at @simonottoanim. In addition check out his film, That Christmas on Netflix starting December 4th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiCTXSwqzkw Guardian Bikes Is This Week’s Sponsor A Guardian Bike is the easiest, safest, and quickest bikes for kids to learn on. Kids are learning to ride in just one day, no training wheels needed! What sets Guardian Bikes apart? Designed especially for stability, they are low to the ground with a wide wheelbase and ultra-lightweight frames, offering superior control and balance. This design gives young riders the ability to learn in just 1 day, without tears or frustration. Guardian Bikes are the only kids’ bikes designed and assembled in a USA factory, ensuring top-notch quality and durability. They were also featured on Shark Tank and are the New York Times Wirecutter top kids’ bike pick for 2024. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy families by getting a Guardian Bike today. Their holiday sales have begun, offering the biggest deal of the year. Save up to 33% on bikes, no code needed! Plus, get free shipping and a free bike lock and pump with your first purchase after signing up for their newsletter. Visit GuardianBikes.com to take advantage of these deals and secure your holiday gifts today. Happy Riding! About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Jon “Stugotz” Weiner sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about how his daughters made him a better person. He shares why he likes being a girl dad. After that we talk about his new book, Stugotz's Personal Record Book: The Real Winners and Losers in Sports that he wrote with Dan Stanczyk and other friends. Stugotz shares why this book means so much to him. After that we talk about what he is most proud of on being part of The Le Batard Show. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. Screenshot About Jon “Stugotz” Weiner Jon “Stugotz” Weiner is a sports talk host who has developed an army of supporters by embodying the voice of the fan. Stugotz started 790 The Ticket (WAXY) in South Florida and has served as the co-host of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz for twenty years. The show was syndicated nationally on ESPN Radio from 2014-2021. He also hosts the popular podcasts STUpodity and God Bless Football. He lives in Parkland, Florida, with his wife Abby and their twin daughters. Make sure you follow Stugotz on Twitter @stugotz790. Pick up his book, Stugotz's Personal Record Book: The Real Winners and Losers in Sports over at stugotzbook.com. Guardian Bikes Is This Week’s Sponsor A Guardian Bike is the easiest, safest, and quickest bikes for kids to learn on. Kids are learning to ride in just one day, no training wheels needed! What sets Guardian Bikes apart? Designed especially for stability, they are low to the ground with a wide wheelbase and ultra-lightweight frames, offering superior control and balance. This design gives young riders the ability to learn in just 1 day, without tears or frustration. Guardian Bikes are the only kids’ bikes designed and assembled in a USA factory, ensuring top-notch quality and durability. They were also featured on Shark Tank and are the New York Times Wirecutter top kids’ bike pick for 2024. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy families by getting a Guardian Bike today. Their holiday sales have begun, offering the biggest deal of the year. Save up to 33% on bikes, no code needed! Plus, get free shipping and a free bike lock and pump with your first purchase after signing up for their newsletter. Visit GuardianBikes.com to take advantage of these deals and secure your holiday gifts today. Happy Riding! About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Kenny Mayne stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. Mayne is very open and honest about his fatherhood journey. We cover many topics from loss to love to creating a sense of care in their house. We explore many areas about fatherhood and growing up. After that we talk about his documentary, Wiffle Ball that chronicles Kenny and Ken Griffey Jr. in 1989. We also talk about his foundation, Run Freely. Run Freely was founded with the mission to provide financial support for veterans with limb salvage conditions and in need of a solution to avoid amputation. After that Kenny and I talk about his storytelling process and creativity. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Kenny Mayne Kenny Mayne joined ESPN in 1994. He was one of the headline anchors for their flagship program, SportsCenter. Since that time he’s moved on to become the host of his own show, Kenny Mayne’s World Wider Leader in Sports, which aired on ESPN.com. In addition he was a weekly contributor on the hit show Sunday NFL Countdown. Mayne is ESPN royalty, and with his offbeat feature stories and carefree style he is no doubt one of the most popular personalities on television today. Kenny has also appeared in several movies and commercials. Mayne has made a name for himself as both a comedian and broadcaster, and has fused the two to provide the viewers with a unique entertainment experience. Make sure you follow Kenny on Instagram at @mayne.kenny. In addition check out his website at runfreely.org. Plus check out Kenny Mayne's Wiffle Ball on Fubo. About Wiffle Ball Kenny Mayne chronicles his effort to find the truth of what happened one day in 1989 when he threw for speed against then rookie and future Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. Legendary documentary maker Ken Burns provides advice to Mayne in a key scene. You can watch the film on Fubo. Guardian Bikes Is This Week’s Sponsor A Guardian Bike is the easiest, safest, and quickest bikes for kids to learn on. Kids are learning to ride in just one day, no training wheels needed! What sets Guardian Bikes apart? Designed especially for stability, they are low to the ground with a wide wheelbase and ultra-lightweight frames, offering superior control and balance. This design gives young riders the ability to learn in just 1 day, without tears or frustration. Guardian Bikes are the only kids’ bikes designed and assembled in a USA factory, ensuring top-notch quality and durability. They were also featured on Shark Tank and are the New York Times Wirecutter top kids’ bike pick for 2024. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy families by getting a Guardian Bike today. Their holiday sales have begun, offering the biggest deal of the year. Save up to 33% on bikes, no code needed! Plus, get free shipping and a free bike lock and pump with your first purchase after signing up for their newsletter. Visit GuardianBikes.com to take advantage of these deals and secure your holiday gifts today. Happy Riding! About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Chris Myers sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares how he dealt with losing his son. Chris opens up about how his family and friends supported him during that time. After that we talk about his new book, That Deserves A Wow. We talk about the memorable stories and sporting events he has covered in his fantastic career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Chris Myers Chris Myers is an Emmy Award–winning play-by-play announcer, reporter, and studio host, whose career spans over four decades, including 30 years at major networks. One of the industry’s most versatile broadcasters, Chris has contributed to the coverage of a variety of sports, including NFL, MLB, NASCAR, and basketball at both the NCAA and NBA levels, and has been the network reporter for multiple Super Bowls and World Series. Make sure you follow Chris on Instagram at @chrismyersfox. In addition pick up his book, That Deserves A Wow, wherever you purchase books. Guardian Bikes Is This Week’s Sponsor A Guardian Bike is the easiest, safest, and quickest bikes for kids to learn on. Kids are learning to ride in just one day, no training wheels needed! What sets Guardian Bikes apart? Designed especially for stability, they are low to the ground with a wide wheelbase and ultra-lightweight frames, offering superior control and balance. This design gives young riders the ability to learn in just 1 day, without tears or frustration. Guardian Bikes are the only kids’ bikes designed and assembled in a USA factory, ensuring top-notch quality and durability. They were also featured on Shark Tank and are the New York Times Wirecutter top kids’ bike pick for 2024. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy families by getting a Guardian Bike today. Their holiday sales have begun, offering the biggest deal of the year. Save up to 33% on bikes, no code needed! Plus, get free shipping and a free bike lock and pump with your first purchase after signing up for their newsletter. Visit GuardianBikes.com to take advantage of these deals and secure your holiday gifts today. Happy Riding! About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Andrew Erwin sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids. After that he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we talk about his new film, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Andrew talks about working with the cast and crew and the message he hopes the audience will take from the film. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Andrew Erwin Andrew Erwin, half of the filmmaking duo The Erwin Brothers, began his career as a teenager working for ESPN as a camera operator in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. As a sports cameraman, Erwin worked with ESPN College Football Primetime, FOX NFL, and the NBA covering events such as the X Games and the Super Bowl. In 2002, Andrew founded a production company with his brother Jon. Their first ventures were commercials, documentaries and music videos. Make sure you follow him on Instagram at @andrewerwinofficial. In addition check out his latest film, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlB3K_PS7Hc About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Tim Matheson stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some of the values he looked to instill into his kids. Tim and I also talk about how his kids made him realize the important things in life. Next we talk about his new book, Damn Glad to Meet You My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches. Tim shares so many stories about his fantastic career. He even talks about how Kurt Russell made a big impact in Tim’s career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Tim Matheson Tim Matheson is a two-time Primetime Emmy Award-nominated actor and director who has dedicated his career to show business. He’s best known for roles in Animal House, The West Wing, Magnum Force, Fletch, and Virgin River, among many others. He’s based in Hollywood, California. Make sure you follow Tim on Instagram at @tim_matheson_official. In addition pick up his book, Damn Glad to Meet You My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches wherever you purchase books. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Jamie Lissow sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. He talks about co-parenting as well. In addition we talk about the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that Jamie and I talk about his career and stand-up comedy. Jamie shares his creative process, traveling the country and how fatherhood has influenced his material and that his kids help him on his social media accounts. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Jamie Lissow Actor and comedian Jamie Lissow is best known for his starring role in two seasons of the Netflix Original Series “Real Rob”, alongside SNL alums Adam Sandler, Norm MacDonald and David Spade; a show Jamie co-wrote and co-produced. Jamie has appeared on The Tonight Show, The Late Late Show, Last Comic Standing, has his own half hour Comedy Central special and a Dry Bar Comedy Special with over 20 Million views. Jamie recently wrapped his first movie, Daddy Daughter Trip, where he appears alongside John Cleese and Micheal Bublé. It is a movie he co-wrote and produced. Jamie continues to headline comedy clubs across the country. Make sure you follow Jamie on Instagram at @iamjamielissow. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.