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
45 episodes
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...
What Individuality Means as a Parent
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses the feeling of losing your individuality and being defined as a parent. He talks about the feeling that the nostalgia of your life before children can brin...
How to Care For Your Parents as a Parent
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses dealing with the caregiving of the “Sandwich Generation” and how to balance it when you have young children of your own. He talks about the importance of p...
How to Raise Strong Children
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talks about the struggles with “Keeping Up with the Joneses" when it comes to parenting, and the downfall of what comparison can do to parents. Andrew gives some exa...
Building Blocks of Finances (with Nick Luisi)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by wealth management specialist, Nick Luisi! They talk about the benefits of automating your savings, cancelling subscriptions and non-essential spending items, and wh...
D.I.Y as a Dad: Duck Tape and Bubblegum
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and talking all things “Do it Yourself” or D.I.Y he has learned as a dad. He discussed the pro’s and con’s of calling a professional versus times you can do it yourself,...
Finding a Sense of Humor in Everything (with Kerry Coddett)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by comedian, writer, and director, Kerry Coddett! They talk about some of Kerry’s upcoming projects, their shared roots growing up in Brooklyn, and what it's like livi...
Learning Experiences Growing Up Fatherless
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is solo and discusses some of the things he has learned and stories from his childhood that shaped him. He talks about noticing who shows up for you, empathy being taken advanta...
What Buying The Right Home Means To You (with Claudia Sanchez)
Welcome back to The Fatherless Cheat Sheet! In today’s episode Andrew is joined by real estate professional, Claudia Sanchez! They talk about the feel good moments in buying and selling homes, how parents can affect home buying, and the tough fina...