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Commentary, experiments, failures (more often than not) and experiences in the field.
Dad-vertising or Bad-vertising: Nissan Altima’s Sidelined Dad
So, the birth experience can be many things. Sometimes, it isn’t what you plan. For others, it can be exactly what you imagined. But Nissan has taken a stance on the childbirth experience that might cause a stir, especially as we lead up to Father’s Day… Not every dad-to-be is suited to the task of […]
5 Reasons Batman Would Be a Better Dad than Superman
Alright, we’re encroaching on some touchy ground here. I know. Please don’t publicly hang me with USB cable, nerds. I mean you no harm. As one of you, I am duty-bound to admit this is basically an open question that I am posing to myself and working through in a public space. So, put down […]
Get Away, Go Play…
Having trouble watching? Go Here! Sometimes, it’s awesome to remember that life exists outside the digital domain. It’s easy to forget. We’re all fighting battles against time and our responsibilities. And laundry. That bastard, laundry. We don’t give advice on this website, but if we had to give one piece of wisdom? Get out […]
Fatherhood Fridays: Stars of “Convos With My 2 Year Old”
By now we’ve all seen Episode 1 and Episode 2 of “Convos With My 2 Year Old” — RIGHT?! But have you met the dudes behind these INSANEXCELLENT, worldwide viral videos? On Friday, we are doing a live interview with the creator and star of “Convos” — Mr. Matthew Clarke — as well as his […]
Curious George: Instructions for Parents
I was slacking on my dad duties after a weekend of camping and tin foil battles and pole dancing. I was beat. So, I decided to sit on the couch with my son and watch some “Curious George” with him. I was a big fan of the books growing up but I always identified with […]
Story Time: Because I’m Your Dad
Today’s book is by a man you may know for his first, or his last name. Both are equally cool. Ahmet Zappa is the son of late rock musician/composer, Frank Zappa. “Because I’m Your Dad” is apparently both a promise to his daughter, Halo, and a tribute to his happy childhood. The book is both […]
5 Crazy Rumors about Netflix & Arrested Development
For the past week, I have been at Netflix headquarters and got to hear lots of insider information that Netflix doesn’t want me talking about I will reveal to you very soon. It’s pretty exciting stuff. In those meetings, I had the chance to speak with several executives there including the company’s CEO, Reed Hastings. […]
Studying Monsterology is Terrifyingly Rad
Someone once said, “Learning to do everything is both impossible and highly suggested.” Oh, wait. That was me. Never mind. But in the interest of trying new things and doing the impossible, I went to Pixar in advance of the release of “Monsters University” on June 21st. Charged with learning about the animation process behind […]
Cleaning Up San Francisco…
Sometimes, you get invited to do things or go places and it reminds you what a different person you have become. How much more cleaned up you are… Clorox invited me to hang out with them at a truck on a street corner one day. I know that sounds dirty. It was the opposite of […]
Lie Detection Tips for Parents
If you think your kid is not a liar and has never lied, then let me be the first to inform you that you have a very, very crafty liar on your hands. Or you may be really dumb. Hey! Don’t be upset, lots and lots of people are dumb these days, bazillions of ’em […]
