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Better Call Daddy

Reena Friedman Watts

Reena loves a story, and she‘s fascinated by the people behind them. She loves to bring stories to life. Her appetite for storytelling has taken her from the Jerry Springer Show to the legal drama of the courtroom. From influential players to reality stars, nothing is censored here. Reena interviews people whose stories haven‘t been told, at least not through her unique lens, and then gets daddy‘s advice afterward like a good daughter does. Whether you have daddy issues or a father who‘s inspired

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455. Are Jews Going to Hell? Teagan Kuruna

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2025/11/06

"Evangelism didn't work on me." - Teagan Kuruna"You have to be sincere. You have to be knowledgeable." — Wayne Friedman Reena Friedman Watts is joined by her dad, Wayne Friedman, and special guest Teagan Karuna, a multifaceted career coach and public health professional. Together, they explore the intricate threads that weave through Teagan's diverse career journey—from her formative years grappling with religious identity to her current role helping others navigate their professional paths. Teagan

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454. Make People Laugh, Learn Something Stupid: Keb...

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2025/10/31

“You want your children to experience good and bad, but not tragically.” — Wayne FriedmanIn this humorous episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts is joined by her dad, Wayne Friedman, for a heartfelt discussion that blends humor with life lessons. Together, they dive into the intricacies of parenting, sharing wisdom that spans generations. This episode features a special guest appearance from Keb Pound, the creative mind behind the popular podcast, Stupid History Minute. Keb shares

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453. Gen Z Slay Life Makeover with the Iconic Anna Storm

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2025/10/27

"I invented it when I was drunk at a club in Scottsdale, Arizona." — Anna Storm In this slay life episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman welcome the iconic Anna Storm, a rising star in the music world and a social media sensation. Fresh from her first trip to Texas, Anna shares her journey from being bullied to becoming an advocate for self-love and confidence, all while embodying her motto of "slay life." Join Reena and Anna as they dive into the essence of the

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452. Sometimes Lying is Good: Darren Redmond...

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2025/10/20

“I can tell you, your dad needs you as much as you need him right now.” — Darren Redmond“You have to be able to see the whole spectrum of colors if you really want to see, it’s not just black and white.” — Wayne Friedman In this raw and heartfelt re-broadcast episode, host Reena Friedman Watts and her dad, Wayne Friedman, revisit a powerful conversation with Darren Redmond, a storyteller, podcaster, and advocate for empathy and understanding. Together, they dive into the complexities of

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61:10

451. Feed Drops of Wisdom: Brian Colburn On...

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2025/10/13

"How can I get bigger, better, faster, stronger?""If you keep doing what you're doing, you're going to keep getting what you get." In this artful episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman sit down with Brian Colburn, a passionate podcaster and producer who shares his journey through the world of podcasting and personal growth. Brian, known for his show Feed Drops, shares the importance of mentorship, family dynamics, and the art of storytelling. As the conversation

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63:23

450. When Your Dad Calls You A Whoopsie: Famous and...

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2025/10/06

"I think it is the project of any healthy adult to find meaning in their lives.""Great art begins with mimicry." In this legendary episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman welcome Michael Osborne, a podcaster who transitioned from the world of geology to uncovering the stories of celebrities on his hit show, Famous and Gravy. Michael shares how his unique journey began with a rather unglamorous job digging up bones, but it was his discovery of podcasts that

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38:55

449. Poetic Resilience: The Crash and Burn Story of...

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2025/09/30

It’s International Podcast Day and we’re celebrating with a powerhouse guest from Canada! In this riveting episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman sit down with the dynamic Crash, creator of the award-winning podcast Crash and Burn.With a gift for storytelling and a heart of gold, Crash shares her incredible journey of resilience, creativity, and transformation. The episode opens with a powerful poem from Crash, setting the tone for an emotional and inspiring

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54:39

448. The Gift of Life Alison Bucklin's Living Kidney...

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2025/09/25

Right before her 50th birthday, Alison Bucklin gave the ultimate gift. She donated a kidney to a fellow teacher. It was the biggest rebirth of her life.In this inspiring episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman welcome Alison Bucklin, a woman of deep faith and transformation, who shares her remarkable journey of selflessness and healing. Alison opens up about her experience donating a kidney to her friend Lori Raxenberg, detailing the emotional rollercoaster

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63:14

447. The Best Sports Podcast in Alaska: Prescott...

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2025/09/17

"If this isn't going to turn into the business that I want it to be, I might as well have as much fun as I can with it.""I think that at this point in time, just doing it the way that I want to do it is what keeps me going." "I want to leave something behind that people remember me for." Today's guest, Prescott Kelly, is a podcaster, dad, husband, and sports fan who knows the best plays in life take patience. In this exciting episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne

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39:05

446. 24 Hours. No Sleep. All Creativity | Bob Sager...

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2025/09/09

"Creativity is all about mixing ideas, building on them, and following curiosity wherever it may lead.""The process of getting your creative juices flowing is the same whether you're trying to come up with good ideas or trying to come up with bad ideas." "When something feels like fun, people want to do more of it." "You can change how people viewed themselves in a day." "All actions begin with thought." In this rockstar episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne

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63:33

445. Perseverance, Podcasts, and Going For the Brass...

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2025/09/03

"What you want is never going to be the way you envisioned it.""Dreams don't always happen overnight, but if you keep plugging away, they do come true." I wanted to be Bo Jackson, but instead—I built my dream studio. Today, Freddy Cruz shows us how perseverance can turn detours into destinies. In this engaging episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman welcome Freddy Cruz, a dynamic radio veteran turned podcast host, who shares his journey of creating a new reality

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59:44

444. Turns Out Guns and Jews do Mix: Pew Pew Jew...

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2025/08/28

"The Pew Pew Jew is not just a catchy brand; it's a movement for faith, freedom, and the Second Amendment."In this timely episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman sit down with Yehuda Remer, the creative mind behind the Pew Pew Jew brand. Yehuda shares his extraordinary journey from a shy, book-loving child to a prolific author and influential figure in the gun community. Yehuda recounts the serendipitous moment when a friend dubbed him the "Pew Pew Jew," igniting

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443. The Origin of JobGubby and Chris Hodges' Career...

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2025/08/22

"Not everything works exactly the same way forever."In this exciting episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman dive deep into the world of career exploration with guest Chris Hodges, the creator of the JobGuppy podcast. Chris shares his unique journey from being a validation engineer to becoming a podcast host, revealing the inspiration behind JobGuppy and how it aims to help individuals navigate their career paths. Chris discusses the challenges

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01:00:23

442. It's a Go, How Alison Bucklin's Kidney Became a...

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2025/08/14

Alison Bucklin didn’t realize the tremendous need for organ donation until she felt called to make a difference.On World Donor Day, Alison shares her transformative journey of donating a kidney to a fellow teacher just before her 50th birthday. Guided by intuition, faith, and a deep sense of purpose, she embraced the opportunity to help save a life. "If there's anything in your intuition that is whispering, like, this could be for you, listen to that." "I believe that this was pre-planned; our

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441. 600 Messages in 3 Days What Reno Lovison...

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2025/08/08

"Networking is just building relationships and sharing ideas with people.""It's not how many people you know, but how many people know you." "If you can't do what they're looking for, you probably know someone who can help them." In this enlightening episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman sit down with networking expert Reno Lovison to explore the art of building meaningful connections. With a wealth of experience, Reno shares his insights on how networking

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01:08:14

440. No Dad, Just the Old Man and Shonda: A Kitchen...

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2025/07/30

"I try to keep it as simple as possible. That way I'm comfortable.""You never know what they're gonna talk about. They can jump from Amelia Earhart mystery to what's in a burger." "I never learned anything from my dad. I loved cars. I liked tools. But he never taught me or showed me anything." In this kitchen table chat episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman engage in a candid conversation with Shonda Sinclair and the Old Man, Jim Maerk, as they explore

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01:16:10

439. Undercover with Hate: Former FBI Agent Scott...

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2025/07/23

"In my world, you just have to understand that there are evil people on the planet that want to do evil things to good people.""I believe that society is going to collapse on its own or from man-made events and they want to accelerate the collapse." "Hate begets hate. You do one thing, then the other side wants to do something back." "You have to stay on top of it. I'm not a helicopter parent, but I did learn the hard way that Snapchat's the devil for children." In this powerful episode of

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438. Finding Sandler A Journey of Second Chances with...

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2025/07/16

"If you don't have anything to offer somebody, especially in showbiz, they don't want anything to do with you.""Any day on set is a good day." "I learned like patience, like a lot of patience." "Life is short. Do what you love." "Without them, I don't know where it would be. It probably be still sitting on a shelf." In this captivating episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman sit down with David Seth Cohen, the creative mind behind the documentary

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55:35

437. New Nose, New Me, The Truth About Rhinoplasty...

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2025/07/11

"It's okay if I do this for myself and it's okay that I do this to feel more confident.""It's not just surgery, but being able to be there with them through that process." "I want you to look like you, but better." "How much of your face and how you present yourself to the world affects every area of your life." "The bottom line should be that you shouldn't let the peanut gallery determine what you do." Wayne Friedman In this revealing episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman

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32:54

436. 95% of Self-Help is Crap, Start a Business...

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2025/07/03

"Courage comes with practice, and you find confidence through that because you will win.""Stop wishing problems away. Warren Buffett has money problems. So do we." "I turn shit into fertilizer and teach other people to do the same." "Your business will only grow to the level you're willing to grow inside as a human." In this downhome episode of Better Call Daddy, hosts Reena Friedman Watts and Wayne Friedman welcome Mike Ashabraner, known as the Redneck Connector, to share his incredible

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