The Dad Compass Ep 8 This One Got A Little Wild With Special Guest Logan

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04/14/25 • 94 min

In this episode of The Dad Compass podcast, we’re joined by an awesome guest — Logan, the man, the myth, the legend. What starts as banter turns into a rich, reflective conversation on the ever-evolving world of parenting — from the chaos of teaching teens how to drive to deeper moments about childhood, divorce, creativity, and defining what success really means as a dad.
With real stories, raw honesty, and plenty of laughs, we explore sibling dynamics, life lessons learned the hard way, and how letting kids make mistakes is actually one of the greatest gifts we can give them. It’s a heartfelt and hilarious ride through the messy, meaningful reality of being a father.
👨‍👧‍👦 Whether you're guiding your teen behind the wheel or navigating your own parenting journey, this episode is a reminder that fatherhood is never a straight road — but it’s one hell of a ride when we travel it together.
⏳ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction / Fatherhood Unscripted / Banter
08:04 – Welcome Logan: The Man, The Myth, The Legend
12:51 – Driving Lessons and Life Skills
20:12 – Navigating Childhood Memories
25:56 – The Role of the Oldest Sibling
29:07 – Taking on Responsibilities Early
37:31 – Reflections on Parenting and Growth
43:56 – Navigating Childhood Challenges
46:14 – The Evolution of Parenting Styles
51:31 – Learning Through Mistakes
57:00 – The Journey of Self-Discovery
01:01:39 – Pride and Growth in Relationships
01:06:50 – Defining Success and Creative Aspirations
01:12:42 – The Key to Laughter
01:17:55 – Question of The Week: Logan's Answer
01:21:59 – Dmitry’s Answer
01:26:23 – Patrick’s Answer
01:28:34 – Wrapping Up with Gratitude
🧭 Key Takeaways:
Parenting evolves with time, reflection, and patience.
Kids grow when they're allowed to fail and figure it out.
Driving lessons teach more than driving — they teach trust.
Childhood experiences shape both parents and kids.
Divorce and co-parenting shift parenting dynamics.
Pride in your child’s creativity is a powerful motivator.
Humor and storytelling bring healing and connection.
Being a good person matters more than traditional success.
Conversations with your kids build lifelong understanding.
Every dad has a story — and every story matters.
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❓ Question of the Week
Your Life Story just became a movie at your current age -
what kind of movie is it going to be ?
and who is playing you in this movie?
give us your answer in the comments and let us know how you felt about todays episode!

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Dad Guilt & Doing Kickflips with Cavemen | The Dad Compass Ep. 7

"Teaching Cavemen How to Kickflip " - One Of The Greats
🎙️ Dad Guilt, Meltdowns & Getting “Fired” at Home — this episode of The Dad Compass podcast dives into the everyday chaos and comedy of modern fatherhood. If you're searching for real talk parenting, dad life stories, or how to be a better dad, you’ll feel right at home here.
Navigate dad guilt after yelling, and show up intentionally for their kids — even when things get messy. From parenting neurodivergent children to funny dad fails (like the infamous cheese debate), this is a raw and relatable conversation packed with humor, heart, and healing.
👨‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re a new dad, stay-at-home dad, or just trying to be more present, this fatherhood podcast delivers stories you’ll nod your head to — and maybe even laugh (or cringe) at. — it’s just two dads talking out loud, laughing through the chaos, and figuring it out one step at a time
⏳ Chapters:
00:00 – Funny Moments
00:45 – Introduction
02:29 – Fatherhood Unscripted
13:35 – Why Are we Even Talking About Cheese?
18:14 – Dad Guilt Is Real — Let’s Talk About It
21:42 – When Yelling Turns Into Regret: The Parenting Paradox
24:03 – Driving Shenanigans & Dad-Mode Humor
25:51 – Staying Calm in the Chaos: Parenting Peacefully
29:47 – Parenting an Autistic Child: Honesty, Heart, & Hope
40:02 – The Cost of Selfishness: Reflecting on Missed Moments
44:46 – Navigating Parental Guilt
50:32 – Story Time: Dads, Kids, and Lessons Learned
53:13 – Leadership Starts at Home (and Spills Into Work)
01:00:09 – Cant Get fired from being a Parent ..
01:06:24 – Question of the Week: Let’s Hear Your Thoughts
01:21:11 – Final Reflections & What’s Coming Next
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Question of the week |
If you had a time machine where would you travel and what would you do ?

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Ep 9 Why Faith, Family & Fatherhood Hit Different at Easter

In this heartfelt episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we open up about our experiences with fatherhood, navigating Easter traditions, and what faith and spirituality mean to us as dads. From childhood memories to teaching our kids the value of being good people — no matter their beliefs — this is a real, unscripted conversation about life, love, and the messiness in between.

We dive into what it's like growing up with different views on religion, the importance of family gatherings during the holidays, and how we’re learning to parent with compassion, curiosity, and honesty. Whether you're deep in your faith, questioning everything, or just here for the Easter eggs and dad jokes — you’re in good company.

👨‍👧‍👦 We Talk About:

Personal beliefs around religion and parenting
The beauty (and chaos) of family during the holidays
Being good role models without needing all the answers
Teaching values through connection, not just rules
How one-on-one moments with our kids change everything
The real talk on being good dads in a complicated world

🎧 Audio gear: Shure SM7B + Riverside.fm + Rode Caster Pro 1 for clean, professional podcast sound.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Fatherhood and Family Dynamics
03:03 Reflections on Parenting and Role Models
05:52 Easter Traditions and Family Gatherings
12:01 Exploring Beliefs and Religion
19:58 Personal Values and Parenting Philosophy
29:14 Exploring Personal Beliefs and Religion
29:58 The Impact of Family Background on Faith
31:58 The Struggle with Understanding Evil
33:02 Personal Stories of Loss and Faith
38:57 Traditions and Family Gatherings During Holidays
42:07 The Journey Towards Religious Understanding
50:00 Finding Personal Meaning in Religion
55:04 Reflections on Role Models and Influence