Building Resilience in Children and Teens author and Center for Parent & Teen Communication director Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg joins with a set of virtual hugs to parents of tweens and teens as we discuss what our older kids need as we exit the pandemic. Dr. Ginsburg helps us think about what our kids have gained, lessons to take forward, and how to open the lines of communication.

Barnard Center for Toddler Development Director and How Toddlers Thrive author Dr. Tovah Klein joins with a set of virtual hugs to parents of young children as we discuss what our youngest kids need as we exit the pandemic. We talk about what our children have gained, how we can thoughtfully help our kids return to camp and school, and the gift that screen time has been for frantic parents.

Father, author and thinker Jordan Shapiro joins to talk about his new book, Father Figure, How To Be a Feminist Dad. We talk about a collective need to reassess what it means to be a “good dad” and Jordan’s call for dads to consider whether our actions are in line with our desire for a more equal and just world for our children.

City Dads blog contributor Vincent O’Keefe talks to fighter pilot and counterterrorism expert turned school leader and author Dr. Marisa Porges about her new book, What Girls Need: How to Raise Bold, Courageous, and Resilient Women.

Cincinnati Dads Group Organizer and  The NOMADad Podcast host Brock Lusch talks dad to dad with #CityDads blog contributor and author Vernon Gibbs II about at-home fatherhood, parenting twins, and Vernon’s new children’s book, When Good Fruit Goes Bad.

Season 7 Premier: Through this season we will include conversations between dads across our #CityDads network. In this episode, NYC Dads Group Co-Organizer and #FatherhoodIsLit podcast host James Lopez talks with father and opera singer Kenneth Kellogg about growing up in tough neighborhoods, blazing unique career paths, and encouraging their kids to have big dreams.

Author Clint Edwards discusses his new book, I’m Sorry—Love, Your Husband, a collection of humorous and heartfelt apologies written from his viewpoint as husband and father. Impacted by the absence of his own father, Edwards confronts his own lack of a role model through honesty, trial, and error.

All too often, we see dads in the news threatening their daughters’ boyfriends with various forms of bodily harm. Recently, it was former NFL kicker Jay Feely holding a gun by his side as he wished his daughter and her date a good time at prom. The Internet blew up with the usual debates about guns, but we saw another issue though-- fathers of sons don't want their children to be treated like predators.

For this episode, we brought together some of our favorite dads to offer Mr. Feely and other dads of daughters a different perspective. Jason Greene, Mike Reynolds, and Chris Bernholdt offer their perspective as dads of daughters, and Whit Honea offers his perspective as a father of sons.

The Dangerous Book for Boys was required reading in City Dads contributor Whit Honea’s house when his sons were younger, and the new Amazon Prime series by Bryan Cranston and Greg Mottola is now must-watch TV.  Whit speaks with one of the young stars from the new show, Gabriel Bateman, who plays Wyatt, a boy trying to find himself through loss and imagination. Whit’s 12-year-old Zane Honea also joins to share his thoughts on the book, the show, and his dad’s overall job performance.

Psychologist, Author, and Mom of 3 Dr. Sheryl Ziegler talks about her new book Mommy Burnout, How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process. We discuss strategies for both moms and dads can avoid burnout as we navigate between work, childcare, eldercare, our relationship, and self-care.

A Better Balance Co-Founder and Co-President Dina Bakst talks about her work to help women and men across the economic spectrum care for their loved ones without risking their jobs.  We talk about New York’s employee-funded paid family leave law that provides most non-government workers with job-protected, paid leave to care for a new child or a loved one with a serious health condition. We also talk about the 25th Anniversary of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the potential for a nationwide paid family leave program.

Whit and Tricia Honea join at the end of the show to talk about the challenges they faced with no access to paid leave after the birth of their sons.

Los Angeles parents and bloggers Heather and Mike Spohr share humorous, but practical tips from their new book, The Toddler Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Whiny Unfed. They talk about the non-judgmental advice they have for surviving the toddlerhood and share the story behind Friends of Maddie, the charity they started after the loss of their first child.

NPR Digital Education Correspondent and Author Anya Kamenetz talks about her new book, The Art of Screen Time: How Your Family Can Balance Digital Media & Real Life. Anya shares her realistic, research-based approach to enjoying screen time with our children.

City Dads Group contributor Whit Honea joins to share how he helps his two boys fit technology and screen time into their lives.

Bestselling author and dad of two Drew Daywalt talks about his popular books The Day the Crayons Quit, The Day the Crayons Came Home, The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, and Star Wars BB-8 on the Run. We talk about his creative process as a writer, why he does it, and the impact of success on his family. Drew also shares some behind-the-scenes insight into the upcoming film version of The Day the Crayons Quit.

Author and father of 2 Doyin Richards joins Whit Honea and Josh Kross to discuss his latest book, What’s the Difference: Being Different is Amazing and the continuing national conversation about bias, privilege, and how to talk to our kids about race relations.

New York Times bestselling author Julie Lythcott-Haims talks about her new book, Real Americans, a memoir of her experience as a biracial black girl, woman, daughter, and mother raising two biracial children in modern America. We talk about the steps allies can take to support and understand the perspectives of “the other” and advice for parents raising children of color.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea, a white male raising two white males, shares the conversation he is having with his boys about race.

Whit Honea talks to dad of 4, Twitter celebrity, and author James Breakwell (aka Exploding Unicorn) about his new book: Only Dead on the Inside: A Parent’s Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse.

Author, speaker, coach, and father of 3, Devon Bandison talks about his new book, Fatherhood is Leadership: Your Playbook for Success, Self-Leadership, and a Richer Life. Devon shares how he has used his own life experience to create a set of tools that fathers can use to overcome their own challenges in work, marriage, and parenting.

City Dads across the reflect on the music that inspires and informs their parenting.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea reveals the Ray Charles song that he uses to get his kids going in the morning.

#FatherhoodIsLit blogger James Lopez shares the parenting lessons he took from a Notorious B.I.G. song.

The Cipher Producer Josh Kross discusses the Pink Floyd song that he uses to encourage his son to take advantage of his time as a kid.

Designer Daddy Brent Almond tells us about a song he wrote for his son that made a big impact in their family’s life.

One Good Dad Jason Green points to a Rolling Stone song to tell us about how his dreams have changed since becoming a father.

Lauren Smith Brody talks about her new book, The Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom’s Guide to Style, Sanity, & Big Success After Baby. We discuss the ways families can plan for a parent’s return to work and how dads can support their working partners.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to talk about how he and his wife have set up their work life to support active parenthood and meaningful employment.

Kori Reed and Mike Becker talk about their new book, Zag Zig Parenting: (Mis)Adventures of a Career-Driven Mom and a Stay-at-Home Dad. We also talk about how their family arrangement started and how it has evolved over 20 years and four kids.

Happiest Baby on the Block author Dr. Harvey Karp joins to talk about the development of his approach to calming crying babies and the crucial role dads play. We also discuss Dr. Karp’s groundbreaking Snoo Smart Sleeper that took him five years to create with MIT-trained engineers and famed designer Yves Behar.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to encourage us to let our teenagers cry.

Dads from our City Dads Group community share their stories of raising tweens and teens.

Author Whit Honea talks through the struggles he had with his 11-year old son and the teacher that gave too much homework.

Teacher and writer Seth Taylor worries about his daughter’s classmates’ reaction to her very public support of the gay community

At-home dad and writer Vincent O’Keefe recalls his reaction to the moment his tween became a teen.

Leadership coach and speaker Devon Bandison remembers a moment that he knew his 15-year old son was watching his every move.

Blogger and photographer Jeff Bogle encourages dads to embrace being fathers of daughters.

Journalist and Author Beth Kobliner talks about her new book, Make Your Child a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not).  We talk through some of the age-appropriate money concepts including the neutral value of allowance and why paying for chores might not be a good idea.

Dr. Kent Hoffman talks about his new book, Raising a Secure Child. We discuss the “Circle of Security” that helps parents be nurturing and protective while still encouraging children’s independence.

We also talk about the difference between Attachment Parenting and attachment theory, and the idea that "good enough" is far better than parenting perfection.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea talks to his sons about how their relationship is changing as the boys get older.

Children’s book author Jake Gosselin talks about The Pinkaboos, the series he is writing with his wife that helps children face their fears. We talk about the inspiration for the series and a more evolved approach to writing for and about girls.

Author and Founder of the DATE SAFE Project Michael Domitrz joins to talk about his new book, Can I Kiss You?  We talk about building a culture of sexual consent and how to have age-appropriate conversations with our children about relationships, intimacy, and respect.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea discusses why he lets his kids see both his strengths and his flaws.

Modern Dads Podcast producer Josh Kross and contributor Whit Honea share their raw feelings about the Presidential election, and what it means for their families. They also brainstorm the conversations they might be having with their children in the coming days. Note: adult language is used in this episode.

State of America’s Fathers report author Brian Heilman joins to talk about the status of American dads in 2016. We discuss the differing challenges white collar, college educated dads are facing compared to less educated, lower income fathers. We also look at the impact of a dad’s increased involvement on his children, his partner, and himself.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins us with a conversation he recorded with his son about the state of fathers in their Los Angeles suburb.

Author and play advocate Meredith Sinclair talks about her new book, Well Played: The Ultimate Guide to Awakening Your Family’s Playful Spirit. We talk about the joys of jumping in with your kids to play, and when we as parents need to step back.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea waxes poetic on his definition of play.

To celebrate our 50th episode, we asked New York Family Magazine Editor Eric Messinger to turn the tables by interviewing us about the future of fatherhood and the future of City Dads Group. We talk about the changing expectations of dads, the growth of our community, and what's next in the world of fathers.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins in at the end to talk about what having a community of dads has meant to him.

We tackle a conversation that is hard for us as adults, but even harder to approach with our children. Josh Kross was dealing with the loss of his father and struggling with the best way to talk about it with his three young children. He asked four of our City Dads for their advice, and recorded the response for this show. Thank you to Josh, Whit Honea, Adam Gertsacov, Lance Somerfeld, and Jason Greene for opening up about how they talked to their children about the loss of a loved one.

Paul Raeburn discusses his new book, The Game Theorist’s Guide to Parenting: How the Science if Strategic Thinking Can Help You Deal with the Toughest Negotiators You Know—Your Kids. We talk about practical win-win methods that teach kids about human nature, negotiation, and cooperation.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins with a few words on his parenting approach, perhaps the opposite of strategic parenting?

Dr. Tanya Altmann talks about her new book, What to Feed Your Baby, a Pediatrician’s Guide to the 11 Essential Foods to Guarantee Veggie-Loving, No-Fuss, Healthy Eating Kids. We talk about the importance of introducing healthy foods early on, and discuss the latest research on food allergies, GMOs, organic food, and more. 

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea talks through his worries about coaching his son's basketball team. 

Author Asha Dornfest joins to to talk about her latest book, Parent Hacks, 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life with Kids. We talk about the #ParentHacks community and the clever ideas that moms and dads around the world have contributed. The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to talk about what happened when his kids lost their electronics privileges over Spring Break.

Author Mike Adamick joins us to talk about his new tween action book series, The Adventures of Crash Adams. We talk about the evolution of his clever and resourceful main character as a role model for boys and girls. We also talk about the new Star Wars character Rey and the controversial toy company decision to leave her off store shelves.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins in to suggest parents re-think our outdated labels of boy stuff and girl stuff.   

It's #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving back, and Whit Honea and Carter Gaddis join us to talk about Dads 4 Change, a site they started to highlight causes and organizations that dads are championing around the country. We discuss the beginnings of this movement to get dads and our kids involved in social change and community service, and some of the specific ways we can help.

Author and former Stanford University dean Julie Lythcott-Haims joins us to talk about her new book, How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success. Julie's message is a welcome wake-up call to parents to step back so your kids can step up.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins with his encouragement for parents who want to avoid the helicopter parenting trap.

Do you rush your son's lunch to school when he forgets it? Have you called your daughter's teacher to urge her teacher to raise a B to an A? This is a message that many parents have been secretly waiting to hear-- we need to stop protecting our kids from failure so they can can develop the competence and confidence that comes from solving their own problems. We talk to New York Times bestselling author Jessica Lahey about her new book, The Gift of Failure, How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins to plead with teachers and schools to consider the value of homework.

Every dad has a creative muscle that is aching to get flexed. For this episode of the Modern Dads Podcast, we hope you will be inspired by these dads that are sharing their love of art, music, cooking, science and more with their children. Author Mike Adamick talks about how he shares the experience of creating his books with his daughter, including his latest, Dads Book of Awesome Recipes. Children's book author Christopher Routly talks about the moment with his kids that sparked a Kickstarter campaign and the publication of his latest book, Sometimes You Need a Jellyfish.

The Parents Phrase Bookauthor Whit Honea joins again to talk about how planning for a family trip became an opportunity for himself, for his wife, and for their two boys to access different parts of their creative brains.

Washington Post journalist and author Brigid Schulte joins the Modern Dads Podcast to discuss her new book, Overwhelmed, How To Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time. We dive into her research on changing workplaces and relationships and the importance of play for adults.

The Parents Phrase Bookauthor Whit Honea joins again to encourage us to make time for fun in our lives that is purely for ourselves.

One of our favorite topics for discussion is the challenge of two parents trying to raise children together. In this episode of The Modern Dads Podcast, we feature another 92Y Parenting Conference panel discussion, this one called Pursuing A Parenting Partnership.

New York Family Magazine Editor Eric Messinger moderates the panel that includes three couples with varying work/life arrangements: a breadwinning dad/stay-at-home mom, a working mom/at-home dad, and a two-income family led by two dads.

New York Times personal finance columnist and author Ron Lieber talks to the Modern Dads Podcast about his book, The Opposite of Spoiled, Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money. We talk about what is means to be spoiled and the steps parents can take to avoid spoiling their child. Ron also gives advice for parents thinking about allowance, giving, birthday presents, and saving for college.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins again to suggest that the opposite of spoiling your children is not depriving them of life's experiences.

Dad and author Adam Mansbach joins us to talk about his latest book, You Have to F*****g Eat, the long awaited sequel to his fake children's book for adults, Go the F**k to Sleep. We discuss his critics and the Twitter exchange he had with children's entertainer Raffi about the sanctity of childhood. We also talk about his thoughts on swearing as a valid and colorful form of expression, and what he's teaching his daughter about code switching and language appropriate for the situation.

Two of our favorite dads and online voices Jeff Bogle and Mike Reynolds join us to talk raising daughters. We talk about the uphill climb our daughters still face in the 21st century and the role that we as dads can play in challenging the long-held beliefs and stereotypes that are foisted upon women and girls.

Josh Kross chimes also chimes in with why he thinks chivalry as we know it is dead (but there might be hope)

ThirdPath Institute Founder Jessica Degroot joins us to talk about making time for work, family, and play. We discuss "The New Normal" where dads AND moms are thinking creatively to find ways to be successful in our careers, to be the parents we want to be, and to find time for ourselves. We also talk about the upcoming season of Thursdays with Thirdpath, a monthly webinar series that will focus on men's stories to demonstrate an integrated approach to work and life.

The Parents Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins after the discussion to talk about the ways he and his wife continue to negotiate these issues as they both pursue meaningful careers and parent their two boys.

Summer is our favorite time of the year and what better way to celebrate the final weeks than with some inspiration from our favorite dads. Jim Higley joins us as he prepares for life as an empty-nester and his new role at Camp Kesem, an innovative camp for kids affected by a parent's cancer that is organized and operated by college student leaders. Mike Adamick joins us to talk about his new book, Dad's Book of Awesome Science Experiments (a perfect book for summer) and gives us a great outdoor building/craft project that we can do with our kids. Whit Honea joins us to offer the perfect response to the "I'M BORED" whine we are all hearing as summer winds down and tells us about geocaching, the modern day scavenger hunt that is keeping he and his kids busy this summer.

Father of five, author, and journalist Paul Raeburn joins us to talk about his new book, Do Fathers Matter, What Science is Telling Us About the Parent We've Overlooked. Paul talks about some of the landmines he encountered as he researched the book and how he balances the impact a father can have on his family and the reality that many children grow up without active dads in their lives. We also talk about the latest dad-related research across various scientific fields including sociology, biology, anthropology, and psychology.

The Parents' Phrase Book author Whit Honea joins us again with his response to people that gush over a dad with his child at the playground, or even worse, refer to a dad with his child as a "babysitter."

Child psychologist and author Dr. Tovah Klein joins us to talk about her new book, How Toddlers Thrive, What Parents Can do Today for Children Ages 2-5 to Plant the Seeds of Lifelong Success. Dr. Klein suggests that we consider our perspective and expectations as we guide our toddlers. We also talk about Universal Pre-K programs and Dr. Klein's advice for a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

The Parents Phrase Bookauthor Whit Honea joins us again to share his script for repairing the relationship with your child after those inevitable moments when you lose your cool and say something you wish you hadn't.

Andy Miller and Brian Stephens join us to talk about their decision to adopt their 6-year old son, the challenges they faced, and why they think it's important for gay dads to serve as role models for young gay men. They also talk about their latest project, The Handsome Father, a community of support to connect, equip and inspire gay fathers and fathers-to-be.

Parents Phrase Book Author Whit Honea joins us again to give his advice for developing empathy and embracing the diverse world around us.

Father and Go the F*#! to Sleep Author Adam Mansbach talks to us about his children's book for adults and why it has struck such a chord. We also talk about his other works of literary fiction and the path that led him to his life as a writer and artist. Whit Honea drops in again to give parents some unique advice for when kids test out those colorful four letter words (F*#!).

Dad and Author of The Parents Phrase Book Whit Honea talks us through his advice for handling tough questions and conversations with kids of every age. We also to talk to Whit about the recent loss of his mom and the relationship they built that left him feeling no regrets.  As an added bonus, Whit adds a special segment at the end of the show.  

Father, author, and speaker Charles R. Scott takes adventure with his kids to the extreme. Starting with a 67-day, 2500 mile bike ride through Japan with his then 8-year old son, Charles has spent the last four summers biking the world with his family. Charles shares the decisions and plans he made to align his family, career, and interests as he pursues his version of a meaningful life.