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Aug. 19, 2021

S1 Ep43: 15 Ways To Get More Energy Out Of Your Day / The Back To Sch…

We all know back to school can be a draining time for everyone. In this episode the guys share their article and personal tips on how to maintain and re-establish physical and mental energy throughout the day and week. They …

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Aug. 4, 2021

S1 Ep42: The Olympics edition and the important lessons for sports pa…

The guys are back in the yard discussing the Olympics, kids, sports, pressure and mental health among many things. They also feature all the things you know and love including Super Shout Outs, Olympic Parent Tweets of the We...

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July 23, 2021

S1 Ep41: "When To Say When" with Kids, Sports and Activities. Let's d…

"When to say when" and how hard should you push your child towards discomfort are the topic of discussion this episode as the guys lumber back from vacations and summer tourneys. The guys also breakdown veggie gardens, dinner...

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June 30, 2021

S1 Ep40: Dad Time Out Show Conversations: Elisa A. Schmitz / Founder…

In this episode of "The Dad Time Out Show: Conversations", MK has the wonderful opportunity to talk to Elisa A. Schmitz. Elisa is an award-winning entrepreneur; founder and CEO of 30Seconds.com , a vibrant digital media platf...

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June 16, 2021

S1 Ep39: The Father's Eve Live Audience Special

For the first time in 14 months we are so grateful we have a packed and backyard studio and a live audience! We’ve got a big show for you which we’ll be discussing Father’s Day gifts and rituals or non-rituals. …

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June 9, 2021

S1 Ep38: Dad Time Out Show Conversations: Dr. Kim Swales

In our second DTO Conversations episode MK talks with Dr. Kim Swales. Dr. Swales is a marriage and parenting expert, a relationship and life coach, writer- professional speaker, former professor, researcher and so much more. ...

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May 26, 2021

S1 Ep37: 50 ways to be a better husband! Tossing kid toys, simple coo…

In this episode the guys discuss ways to be a better husband and also breakdown when it's talk time to toss the toys and Kondo the scene, they also discuss simple cooking, getting old, and an epic argument breaks out …

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May 12, 2021

S1 Ep36: Teach Your Children Well, the NFL Draft, May the Fourth and …

In this episode the guys look back MK's role in the NFL Draft, CRX's big week with Star Wars and also a fond look back and appreciation segment for all things teachers past, present and future. They also do a …

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May 7, 2021

S1: Dad Time Out Show Conversations: James Breakwell

In our inaugural DTO Conversations episode MK talks with professional comedy writer, amateur father of four and social media star James Breakwell. They talk family, fatherhood, funny and the origins of James' writing path thr...

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April 27, 2021

S1 Ep34: How to talk climate change with kids and ways you can help! …

In this episode recorded on Earth Day, the guys break down how they talk about climate change with their kids and share tips, tricks and a few ways to contribute to a healthier world and environment on the daily. They …

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April 3, 2021

S1 Ep33: Has the pandemic redefined your parenting ideals? Lessons le…

In this episode the guys discuss parenting takeaways from the current state of the pandemic and much more. Are you in a rush back to the perceived "normal" parenting world or have you had an overall shift in your philosophies...

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March 24, 2021

S2 Ep12: Raising truly successful kids that focus on caring, kindness…

In the latest DTO the guys discuss the importance of kindness, caring and service with kids and how it prepares them for true success while breaking down two popular articles on the subject. They also have fun with March madn...

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March 9, 2021

S2 Ep11: The Importance of the Family Dinner

In this food-errific episode the guys discuss the proven benefits of family dinners and the positive effects they can provide. Also they break down food-centric parent tweets, take a food quiz, and debate food opinions! Also ...

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Feb. 24, 2021

S2 Ep10: What a mess!

In this episode the guys talk about divisions of work and chores in the house and collectively figure out who maybe in hot water or just not using enough. Also they talk Mars landing, Wandavision and what it means to …

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Jan. 23, 2021

S2 Ep9: There's a Light!

The gang is back together again! In this episode the guys optimistically talk about kids and the inauguration. They also have a more in depth look about parenting styles when it comes to empty promises and hollow threats and ...

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Jan. 13, 2021

S2 Ep8: 2021...Let's have a do-over. The Kids and Current Events Epis…

In this episode the guys welcome Ben back from Europe and talk about how their all dealing with the insanity that was the start of 2021, especially with their families . Searching for that elusive silver lining and some levit...

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Dec. 24, 2020

S2 Ep7: The Year End to End The Year Episode...2020 buh-bye

In our last episode of the year we host our final chat on all things seasonal and 2020. They guys share Holiday and New Years memories, talk about the meaning of the Dad Time Out and share stories of their …

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Dec. 9, 2020

S2 Ep6: Is it Groundhog's Day again? The Tweener Episode.

In between holidays, it actually feels like Groundhog's Day around here. The guys talk 30 Day Challenges, Black Friday, Cyber Everyday, Decoration traditions, Hallmark Movies, CRX's Planking app and the 90 Day Fiancé. Tweets ...

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Nov. 23, 2020

S2 Ep5: The "ZOOMs-giving" / We love our teachers episode!

In the latest DTO show they guys breakdown Zooms-giving, show gratitude to all the teachers out there and fire up some teacher tweets of the week, a turkey-day quiz and all the other things we are grateful for including our …

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Nov. 9, 2020

S2 Ep4: The Election-ish Episode!

In the latest DTO the guys leave October behind and keep the optimism ahead.They breakdown the fall, teaching kids about the election and much more. Parent tweets of the week, Would You Rather's, Dad Jokes and things that mak...

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Oct. 27, 2020

S2 Ep3: The Quarantine-O-Ween Episode

In the Quarantine-O-Ween episode the guys break down all things Halloween, MK's least favorite holiday. Alternative trick-or-treating, quarantine costuming and tips from the Today Show and Pop Sugar are broken down for realit...

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Oct. 8, 2020

S2 Ep2: How do you really feel about Halloween? The Fall-tastic show.

The guys talk about teaching kids gratitude, apple picking rituals, pandemic food shopping, and MK continues his disdain for Halloween. Meanwhile they pay tribute to the legend Eddie Van Halen and play the world's hottest gam...

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Sept. 30, 2020

S2 Ep1: Anything happen while we were gone?

If you need a break from world insanity come join us for some real dad chat. The guys reunite after a summertime pandemerrific hiatus and break down parent overload, quarantine and distance travel. They discuss maintaining op...

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May 26, 2020

S1 Ep20: Ok, ok, I lost the USB drive. The better late than never ep.

Quarantine continues as the guys debate cancelled kids sports, murder hornets, overrated music and more. Dad Jokes, Tweets of the week and how to pronounce fancy water..La Croy or La Cwah? Ahhh parenting in 2020...never a dul...

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