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Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads

DadSpace - A Podcast for Dads by Dads. Dad Space is a safe space to ask questions, learn from other Dads and grow in community! We equip Dads with how to tips, marriage tips, family insights and even the occasional Dad Joke! Great guests will join us to share their Dad journey with you. Whether you are a new Dad, a Step-Dad, an empty nester or Grandparent! Dad Space is a safe space for Dads to connect and do life together! Visit DadSpace.ca for all things Dad!

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17:39

The Power of An Apology - 3 Things An Apology Will Do...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/10/05

Episode 280 - The Power of An Apology - 3 Things An Apology Will Do For Others and For YouThe Power of an ApologyAn apology can change the direction of a relationship. For dads, saying “I’m sorry” may feel difficult because it requires honesty, responsibility, and the willingness to face the damage caused by words or actions. Yet someone comes to mind when you think about an apology you still owe. You already know who it is.Restoring Trust and DignityA sincere apology acknowledges that harm

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19:50

Celebrating 33 Years of Marriage - 3 Free Things That...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/09/28

Episode 279 - Celebrating 33 Years of Marriage - 3 Free Things That You Can Do With Your Partner to Celebrate Your AnniversaryCelebrating 33 Years of MarriageDave marks his 33rd wedding anniversary on October 2 and shares three free, meaningful ways couples can celebrate their anniversary without spending money. He reflects on his own journey from a nervous groom to a husband of three decades, then offers practical ideas that prioritize thoughtfulness, memory, and presence over expensive

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12:47

At Your Next Parent Teacher Meeting - Ask These 7...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/09/21

Episode 278 - At Your Next Parent Teacher Meeting - Ask These 7 Questions and Get A Better Understanding of Your KidParent teacher night offers a rare chance to see your child’s world through their teacher’s eyes. Most parents ask generic questions about grades or behavior. This episode gives you seven specific questions that reveal how your child learns, connects, and handles challenges. Use these questions to build a stronger partnership with your teacher and support your child more effectively at

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01:00:34

The Need for More Spaces Dedicated to Men and Boys,...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/09/14

Episode 277 - The Need for More Spaces Dedicated to Men and Boys, Teenage Suicide and a Parent's Regrets with Paul DarlingIn this episode, the guest shares a deeply personal reflection on fatherhood, family, grief, and the lessons he has carried through a military life and a long season of loss. Speaking from the Cumberland Plateau in East Tennessee, he talks about raising three adult children across different places and seasons of service, and how constant moving shaped his family while also making

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30:58

Feed Drop - Dr. Liz, Nutrition For the Early Years -...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/09/07

Episode 276 - Feed Drop - Dr. Liz, Nutrition For the Early Years - 7 Mistakes NOT to Make in Feeding Your Toddler7 Mistakes NOT to Make in Feeding Your ToddlerWhat if the nutrition choices you worry about most are not the ones that matter most? In this episode of Nutrition for the Early Years, Dr. Liz Daniels shares seven common feeding mistakes parents make during the baby and toddler years. With warmth and honesty, she explains why multivitamins are not always the answer for picky eaters, how

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18:29

Four Months Left - What Kind of Dad Will You Be by...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/08/31

Episode 275 - Four Months Left - What Kind of Dad Will You Be by DecemberThe Intentional Final FourFour months remain in 2026. This window offers dads a chance to finish the year with purpose instead of letting time slip away. The episode lays out a simple monthly focus for September through December. Each theme builds connection, presence, self awareness, and gratitude without requiring a complete life overhaul. September: Reset the Family RhythmSeptember brings new school schedules and a return to

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13:59

Thoughts and Feelings That Flood My Mind After...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/08/24

Episode 274 - Thoughts and Feelings That Flood My Mind After Spending Time with my Adult KidsThoughts and Feelings After Spending Time with Adult KidsSpending time with adult kids can stir deep emotions for an empty nest dad. Dave reflects on the strange feeling that follows a visit, when he drives home wishing he could return to the years when his children lived under the same roof. Dad Space explores the emotional shift that happens when adult kids build lives of their own.When Home ChangesTwo

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26:25

When the Water Rises - 3 Life Lessons for Dads About...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/08/17

Episode 273 - When the Water Rises - 3 Life Lessons for Dads About What Really MattersA crisis like a flood has a way of stripping life down to its essentials. The things that seemed urgent yesterday—possessions, schedules, status, unfinished projects—can suddenly become irrelevant. What remains is often much simpler: people, safety, presence, and the choices we make when control disappears.For dads, a crisis can expose the difference between being busy and being useful. It can remind us that

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55:50

The Awkward Dad Conversation, Building in Public,...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/08/10

Episode 272 - The Awkward Dad Conversation, Building in Public, Personal Identity and Regrets with Guest Andy Vargo___https://dadspace.caLeave Dave a voice message here! Tell me where you are listening from!?https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDavemusic provided by Blue Dot SessionsSong: The Big Ten https://app.sessions.blue/browse/track/258270

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24:36

Slow Down Dad, Look Around - You Are Going To Miss...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/08/03

Episode 271 - Slow Down Dad, Look Around - You Are Going To Miss This - A Caution for New Dads from an Empty NesterThis episode offers a reflective and heartfelt message to dads in the middle of raising young children, delivered from the perspective of an empty nester looking back. It begins with a light, relatable tone but quickly shifts into a meaningful reminder about how fast fatherhood moves and how easy it is to rush through it.At the center of the conversation is a simple but powerful

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20:26

Eric Church, 6 Strings, 6 Life Lessons - Being in...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/07/27

Episode 270 - Eric Church, 6 Strings, 6 Life Lessons - Being in Tune and Playing Your InstrumentThis episode of Dad Space takes inspiration from a powerful talk by Eric Church, where he uses the six strings of a guitar to share six life lessons. Dave brings that message into the world of fatherhood, translating each string into a meaningful reflection on how dads can live with intention, connection, and purpose.The conversation begins with a simple but striking idea: when a guitar is out of tune,

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39:51

Dr. Christopher Choukalas - Even the Darkest Night -...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/07/20

Episode 269 - Dr. Christopher Choukalas - Even the Darkest Night - journey through paternal depression—an often undiagnosed condition that affects millions of new fathersThis episode features Dr. Christopher Choukalas, an anesthesiologist and critical care physician, sharing a deeply personal and professional perspective on fatherhood, mental health, and the often unspoken reality of paternal postpartum depression.Drawing from his years in high intensity medical environments, Dr. Choukalas reflects

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17:58

Dad Rules - Rest, Recovery, and Real Life - Teaching...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/07/13

Episode 268 - Dad Rules - Rest, Recovery, and Real Life - Teaching Kids to Listen to Their BodiesIn this episode of Dad Space, Dave introduces the first installment of a new series called Dad Rules, exploring practical household guidelines that help families thrive rather than simply control behavior. The focus is on rest, recovery, and teaching children how to listen to their bodies in a world that often pushes everyone to keep going no matter what.Using examples from sports and everyday life, Dave

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29:39

Not All Dads Are Broken - Healthy Dads, Help a Dad...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/07/06

Episode 267 - Not All Dads Are Broken - Healthy Dads, Help a Dad That is Struggling and Share Your StrengthOpening question: “Are men okay?” → Reality: many aren’t, but some are just better at hiding it.Pushback on narrative: Not every man is secretly broken, despite what social media suggests.Cultural exaggeration: Online messaging often paints all men as emotionally unstable or on the edge.Balanced truth: Some men are genuinely struggling and need help, therapy, and better communication

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45:18

Navigating the Empty Nest with David Campbell...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/06/29

Episode 266 - Navigating the Empty Nest with David Campbell Guesting on the Great Dad PodcastIn this special Shared Mic Series episode of Dad Space, host Dave Campbell shares a conversation from his appearance on the GreatDad.com podcast with host Paul. The discussion centers on a topic that many fathers eventually face but few are prepared for: navigating the transition to an empty nest.Dave reflects on his own experience as a father of three children and the unexpected reality of watching his

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19:59

Celebrating Father's Day - Dad, Embrace Your Day, You...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/06/21

Episode 265 - Celebrating Father's Day - Dad, Embrace Your Day, You Have Earned ThisThis Father’s Day episode of Dad Space is both a celebration and a reflection, marking four years of conversations dedicated to supporting dads around the world. Dave opens with gratitude, recognizing the growth of the podcast and the global community that has formed around a shared goal: becoming better fathers through connection, encouragement, and honest conversation.At the heart of this episode is a simple but

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29:39

The Dad's Library - What Every Library Can Teach Us...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/06/15

Episode 264 - The Dad's Library - What Every Library Can Teach Us About FatherhoodIn this Father’s Day month episode of Dad Space, Dave explores a simple but powerful idea: what if the rules of a library could guide how we show up as dads? Drawing from the quiet structure and shared expectations of a public library, he builds a thoughtful framework for fatherhood rooted in presence, respect, and growth.Libraries are calm, welcoming spaces where people come to learn without judgment, and Dave

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30:19

When a Dad Runs on Fumes - where life stops feeling...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/06/08

Episode 263 - When a Dad Runs on Fumes - where life stops feeling manageable and starts feeling like survivalWhen a Dad Runs on FumesThere comes a point for a lot of fathers where life stops feeling manageable and starts feeling like survival.You wake up tired. You go to work tired. You come home mentally checked out. The bills keep coming, the expectations never seem to slow down, and somewhere along the way you stop recognizing yourself. You become short-tempered. Detached. Quiet. Angry at things

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48:01

Jon Gustin - The Tired Dad - Learning from Your Kids,...

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/06/01

Episode 262 - Jon Gustin - The Tired Dad - Learning from Your Kids, Strength for Weary Dads and Content LegacyHelping dads navigate parenthood with perseverance, vulnerability, and self-compassion. He speaks openly about mental health, sobriety, and the need to include fathers in the parenting conversation. His message to all parents is clear, keep showing up.This episode of Dad Space features author and podcaster Jon Gustin, joining from Nashville, Tennessee, for a deeply honest conversation about

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19:19

Navigating the Teen Years - Connection Over Control....

Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads ·

2026/05/25

Episode 261 - Navigating the Teen Years - Connection Over Control. A Guide For Caring DadsIn this episode of Dad Space, Dave brings a grounded and personal perspective to one of the most challenging transitions in fatherhood: the teenage years. With humor and honesty, he reminds listeners that no dad is fully prepared for what happens when a child turns thirteen. While every father has experienced being a teenager, parenting one is an entirely different journey that requires learning in real

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