The NJ DAD Podcast
The NJ Dad Podcast is where fatherhood meets humor. Join Andrew Parise for honest conversations about parenting, marriage, work, friendships, and the everyday chaos of suburban family life. Some episodes are solo, some feature guests, but they’re all built around one idea: being a better dad doesn’t mean taking yourself too seriously. Whether you’re changing diapers, coaching Little League, navigating date night, or just trying to survive another trip to Costco, you’ll find relatable stories, practical perspective, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Thursday.
Episodes
52 episodes
What Bartending, Baseball & Show Business Taught Me
As Andrew prepares to turn 45, he looks back at three very different jobs that shaped him: bartending, teaching baseball, and working in show business.From making people feel welcome and dealing with irrational sports parents to survivi...
Back to School Is a Whole-Family Event | NJ Dad Podcast Ep. 50
Back to school isn’t just for the kids. When a new school year begins, the entire family has to change gears.In the 50th episode of the NJ Dad Podcast, Andrew talks about back-to-school jitters, waiting to find out who your teacher will...
Things I Never Thought I’d Become as a Dad | NJ Dad Podcast Ep. 49
I genuinely thought I’d go through life with the energy of a golden retriever—always moving, always looking for the next thing and never really calming down.Then, slowly, I became a guy who wears the same dad shirt multiple nights in a ...
Four Top 5 Lists Every Dad Will Understand | Episode 48
Andrew is breaking out four Top 5 lists covering sports, fatherhood, middle age and the things every dad believes he has mastered.In Episode 48 of The NJ Dad Podcast:• The five greatest sports movies• Things dads claim they ...
Episode 47: Does Dad Like Piña Coladas?
Everybody knows “Escape (The Piña Colada Song).” But have you ever actually listened to what the hell is happening in that song?This week on the NJ Dad Podcast, Andrew takes a closer look at one of the most cheerful-sounding songs ever w...
Men's Health After 40 with Dr. Peter Marta
What really happens to men after 40?In this episode, Andrew Parise welcomes Dr. Peter Marta for a candid conversation about hormones, testosterone, aging, and the lifestyle choices that have the biggest impact on long-term health.
Episode 45-LIVIN’ THE DREAM (Makes a Man Want to Scream)
We’re told to chase our dreams, but very few people talk about what that actually looks like.For Andrew, it’s recording podcasts after the kids go to bed, learning editing software from scratch, posting videos that barely get seen, cele...
IN-SANITATION
Two garbage pickups a week. Recycling. Cardboard. Breaking down boxes—or apparently deciding you’re above that. And, of course, the all-important Christmas envelope.This week on New Jersey Dad, Andrew gets into one of the unsung pillars...
OUT ON THE TOWN
When was the last time you had a real night out?In this episode, Andrew talks about why dads need an occasional escape, the guilt that somehow comes with it, and why getting together with friends can actually make you a better husband a...
NEW DADS: What Nobody Tells You
Episode 42: New Dads: What Nobody Tells You Andrew talks about what it really feels like to become a new dad: the panic, the bad advice, the lack of sleep, the sudden responsibility, and the strange realization that nobody actually...
INDEPENDENCE DAD
Finding independence as a dad can be difficult but there are some small bastions of temporary freedom dad's can explore. Andrew talks about those places and then some on the latest episode of The NJ Dad Podcast. New episodes every Thursda...
Switching Seats (with Jeff Gorra)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined once again by longtime friend and founder of Artist Waves, Jeff Gorra! Jeff takes the reigns and interviews Andrew this episode and they talk about being a NJ dad, the...
Duality of Dads (with Wade Belair)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by early stage investor and entrepreneur, Wade Belair! They talk about the importance of a B.S detector when working with brands, Wade’s coming out stories, and the du...
Dialing in Your Style (with Justine Kaufman)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by business owner and fashion expert Justine Kaufman! They talk about fashion spanning across generations, taking inspiration from your cultural icons, and fashion ris...
A Coach's Influence (with Steve Teel)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew welcomes back coach Steve Teel live and in the studio! They talk about the differences of giving advice as a coach versus as a parent, dealing with individual identities in athl...
Getting Power From Comedy (with Caleb Zeringue)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by stand-up comedian, writer, actor & producer Caleb Zeringue! They talk about feeling anxiety on stage, using your past experiences for better through writing, and th...
Taking Inspiration From Cultural Surrogates
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about cultural surrogates. He talks about specific movies, musicians, and situations that shaped him as a child and that carried into his adult life. The Fath...
Dad Stories & Stand Up Comedy with (Jackie Kashian)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by stand-up comedian Jackie Kashian! They discuss the elements of joke writing, advice for young comics, and the importance of making your spouse laugh. Jackie shares ...
Discussing Modern Friendship (with Anna Goldfarb)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by friendship expert and writer, Anna Goldfarb! They talk about efforts required in relationships now versus the past, being vulnerable with friends, and the importanc...
Importance of Communication in Romantic Relationships
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about all things romance, sex, and relationships. He talks about things you can do to keep things interesting in your relationships, and how crucial it is to c...
Being a DJ For All Ages (with DJ Nugget)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by event creator and curator, DJ Nugget! They talk about how to read a room and learn how to win over a crowd of different aged people, expanding your business, and le...
Learning From Our Past Mistakes
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about some of his memories of mistakes. From ignoring your gut feeling, to saying something at the wrong time, to a recent instance of rushing through a task, ...
Encouraging Creativity in Your Children (with Adam Reynolds)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by fellow dad, producer, writer and little league coach Adam Reynolds! They talk about how their opinions on success have changed since starting a family, the importan...