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Cool Dad Collective.

Cool Dad Collective

My name"s Matsen and I"m a dad to a 2 year old daughter and soon to be second daughter. CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know what we"re doing but we"re all just trying to our best. Join the community for weekly episodes around the different aspects of fatherhood and becoming a dad! Podcast in ownership of Inner City Hermit.

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00:51:28

#74. The Sydney Road Trip || Parental Debrief

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2025/10/07

In this episode of the podcast Kiah and I are fresh out of an 18 hour round trip drive to Sydney. We break down the best and the worst parts of the trip, some tips as well as some interesting events that occurred during our week long trip! Intro: "Cool Dad" by DadGotBars, go check out @dadgotbars on socials! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.comCoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are

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01:02:50

#73. Preparing For Day One || Mark Banno

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2025/08/19

In this episode of the podcast I'm joined by long time mate of mine and recent new dad, Mark Banno. Mark has recently started his journey running his own personal training business and is now transitioning to not only being his own boss but also how to balance family into that mix as well with the arrival of his son. We go through a bunch of tips that he practices that help him and some other points that all expecting dads should hear! Check out Mark on socials: @optimal_training_nutrition for

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00:39:28

#72. "Alexa, Play Fart Music" || Diaries Of A Dad

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2025/08/12

Back with long overdue solo episode going over the last few weeks of fatherhood. Going through how I dealt with my eldest daughter telling me she "hates me", my children being obsessed with farts, navigating through the youtube brain rot and how not to compare yourself to parents online!Intro: "Cool Dad" by DadGotBars, go check out @dadgotbars on socials! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.comCoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and

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01:17:12

#71. Fundamental Learning In The Early Years || Dr....

Cool Dad Collective. ·

2025/07/30

Today I'm joined on the podcast by father of 2 and expert in child gross motor development, Dr. J.T Doscher. Had an absolute blast chatting to J.T around all things infant motor development and milestones. J.T has a wealth of knowledge in this field and it was great to go through some common questions, myths and just general activities that you can be doing in the early days, months and years to ensure you're setting your little one up for the best! This will definitely be the first on many chats

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01:09:56

#70. Love From Dad - Wren's Story || Matt Mcconnell

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2025/07/22

This week on of podcast I had the privilege of chatting to father of 3, Matt Mcconnell. Matt tells the story of his daughter Wren who tragically lost her life just 8 days after birth, Matt's story is absolutely gut wrenching however his openness and vulnerability is something I have so much admiration for. After the loss of Wren, Matt selflessly created a space for dad to seek support and help through the struggles that can be so overwhelming when dealing with something that is often not openly

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00:34:07

#69. Camping With Toddlers || Jack Glover

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2025/07/15

Today I'm joined for a very special camping edition of the podcast with one of my very good mates and legendary dad, Jack Glover. Jack and I have been mates for over 4 years now and have been able to watch our girls grow up together and become great friends. We both met after being dragged along to our partners mum's group and clicked immediately. Was great to take some time out of our busy weekend to have a beer round the fire and chat fatherhood! Intro: "Cool Dad" by DadGotBars,

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00:26:13

#68. Reactive Airways Disease (Childhood Asthma) ||...

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2025/07/07

In today's episode I catch up on a huge few weeks for my little family, in particular my youngest daughter. Last week we had a pretty rough week with Summer being in and out of hospital. Long story short we came out all good! However we did have to make some changes to our life based on being told Summer has Reactive Airways Disease (basically childhood Asthma). I run through our experience with this in hopes it may help other parents who maybe experiencing the same things! Intro: "Cool

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01:00:17

#67. Zenith Rewards || Matt Pagliaro

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2025/06/16

Today on the podcast I'm joined by dad of 3 and creator of Zenith Rewards, Matt Pagliaro. Zenith Rewards is a concept developed by Matt through his trade knowledge and built on his drive to help kids and families in need. We chat all about Matt's journey as a father and how that has motivated the goal of Zenith Rewards. Check out next months draw here: https://www.zenithrewards.com.au/Intro: "Cool Dad" by DadGotBars, go check out @dadgotbars on socials! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE

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01:04:58

#66. The Journalist Dad || Ned Balme

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2025/06/10

Today I'm joined on the podcast by Channel 9 Journalist and father of two, Ned Balme. We chat about Ned's work being one the team at Channel 9, balancing his career with fatherhood and some parenting rants we both share. Ned is an absolute legend and is making great content! Check him on instagram and tiktok @nedbalmelives.COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.comCoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know

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01:39:10

#65. Dad Got Bars || Bret Green

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2025/06/02

Today I'm joined on the podcast by dad of 2, Bret Green AKA @dadgotbars. Bret is a rapper out of California whose been gaining massive traction on social media for his style of "Dad Rap". I love what Bret is doing with his music and was stoked to have him on for a great chat! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.comCoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really

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41:48

#64. Lunch Time Dad Chats || Brayden Hoffman

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2025/05/21

Send us a text Today I'm joined on the podcast by one of my good mates and new dad, Brayden Hoffman. Hoffy is 8 months into his fatherhood journey and it was great hearing his experiences so far, from birth to all the little dad wins and loses along the way. Honestly love doing these chats with my mates, fatherhood is always topic of discussion but rarely do we actually sit down and talk all the way through it! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective...

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55:31

#63. Caught Not Taught Mentality || Graham Fyfe

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2025/05/12

Send us a text Today I'm joined on the podcast by Brisbane football legend and all round great bloke, Graham Fyfe. I've had the privilege of working with Fyfey for the last few years and the challenge of playing against him as well. Fyfey is one of the most positive human beings I've ever met and has an attitude towards life that is so motivating (something he's applied to fatherhood too). We chat about his fatherhood journey so far, the highs and lows as well as how he would balance football...

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43:57

#62. Fatherhood: Another Skill To Master || Jacob Stains

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2025/05/05

Send us a text Today I'm joined on the podcast but my very good mate and legend of a new dad, Jacob Stains. Stainsy and I started working together about 8 years ago and have seen each other both begin our fatherhood journies often bouncing stories off each other through the ups and downs. He's one of the hardest working blokes I know and has taken on fatherhood with such a motivating attitude. Love chatting to Stainsy and always find myself walking away with a new piece of knowledge every tim...

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50:06

#61. Raising Toddlers || Parental Debrief

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2025/04/22

Send us a text Today I'm joined by my the mother of my children, my fiance Kiah. We chat about the last few months raising our daughters, some of the highs, lows and everything in between. Always good to have some child free time to sit down and just chat! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know what we're doing but w...

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19:51

#60. The Birthday Month || Diaries Of A Dad

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2025/04/14

Send us a text On this episode of the podcast I catch up on the "birthday month" and the excitement the girls have around that. Also reflecting on what I've learnt in the last four years of parenting and what I'm wanting to improve on in the future. COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know what we're doing but we...

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24:52

#59. 7 Days Solo Dadding || Diaries Of A Dad

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2025/03/18

Send us a text On this episode of the podcast I chat about surviving the week as a solo dad while my fiance is away on a girls holiday. I also dive into the topic of modelling behaviour for children through our actions as parents, something I think is so important when it comes to our kids as they become adults. COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know ...

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18:46

#58. Cyclone Parenting 101 || Diaries Of A Dad

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2025/03/12

Send us a text In this episode of the podcast I recap the week that was, and by week that was I mean being locked inside with 2 toddlers during a category 2 cyclone. I also go through a new segment of the show which is "parenting video of the week!". Have a great week legends! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know w...

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26:07

#57. Grappling With Screen Time || Diaries Of The Dad

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2025/02/27

Send us a text In this episode of the podcast I chat about dealing with your kids as they start to navigate the internet as well as how I navigate screen time with my family (yes my kids still watch screens). I also touch quickly on a sudden viral video that sent my week crazy! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know...

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27:50

#56. Diet Coke & Mentos || Diaries Of A Dad

Cool Dad Collective. ·

2025/02/12

Send us a text In this episode of the podcast I chat about my failed mentos volcano experiment, acknowledging a great parents the next time you see them and how I'm handling 2 under 2, 2 years on. COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know what we're doing but we're all just trying to our best. Join the community ...

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21:03

#55. Top 3 Minor Inconveniences For Parents ||...

Cool Dad Collective. ·

2025/02/05

Send us a text In this episode of the podcast I list off 3 of my least favourite parts about being a dad that have nothing to do with my kids. From unwanted small talk to the saturday morning activity run around I go through my I've grown to hate them! COOLDAD MERCH IS LIVE! HOODIES, SHIRTS, HATS: www.cooldadco.com CoolDadCollective is a place for real, relatable stories and experiences around fatherhood to so you know that you are not alone. None of us really know what we're doing but we'r...

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