The Dad Edit
An honest, thoughtful, and sometimes hilarious podcast about modern fatherhood. Hosted by three dads navigating work, family, and identity—one edited moment at a time.
The Dad Edit
Episode 1: Fatherhood for Modern Dads: Real Talk, Real Growth, Real Connection
Episode 1: Fatherhood Expectations vs. Reality — Real Talk from Three Dads at Every Stage
In this premiere episode of The Dad Edit, Andrew, Jeff, and Ryan sit down to kick off a raw, honest, and funny exploration of modern fatherhood. From sleepless newborn nights to navigating teenagers and even grandparenthood, these three dads bring radically different experiences to the table — and they’re not holding back.
Andrew, a brand-new dad, opens up about the terrifying joy of first-time fatherhood, while Jeff shares wisdom from co-parenting two teens, and Ryan reflects on raising three daughters into independent women (and becoming a grandfather).
Together, they unpack what no one tells you before becoming a dad: that expectations are smashed, vulnerability is required, and consistency matters more than perfection.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- The gap between fatherhood expectations and reality
- How emotional intelligence is reshaping what it means to be a dad today
- Why consistency — not control — is the secret ingredient
- Stories of dad wins, epic fails, and laugh-out-loud chaos at home
Whether you’re an expectant dad, a seasoned pro, or somewhere in between, this is the podcast that celebrates your journey — unfiltered, unpolished, and full of heart.
Join the conversation: Share your own “expectation vs. reality” fatherhood moment using #TheDadEdit on Instagram or Threads, or DM us directly. We want to feature listener stories in future episodes!
Subscribe now, follow us @TheDadEdit X or @thedadeditpodcast on Instagram and remember: life doesn’t come with a manual — but it does come with dad jokes.
