The gang is back together again! In this episode the guys optimistically talk about kids and the inauguration. They also have a more in depth look about parenting styles when it comes to empty promises and hollow threats and how each deals. Turning the ship they have a lot of laughs with parent tweets of the week, reminisce about encyclopedias and picture what opening a can of whoop a** might actually look like! Finally, we see if any of them are actually smarter than a 5th grader *spoiler alert* no. Shout outs, things that make them smile and a lot more happiness in this episode! Kick back and relax and learn how to Jedi mind trick your child into food you like. We heart you all! 

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9: There's a Light!

In this episode the guys welcome Ben back from Europe and talk about how their all dealing with the insanity that was the start of 2021, especially with their families . Searching for that elusive silver lining and some levity, the guys talk New Year's non-resolutions, pizza challenges, Calliou cancellation, early life as paperboys and the nostalgic treasure book known as the TV Guide. The guys also share their podcast beverage of the week while tackling the tough issue of how they deal with the current news climate and their kids. Ever the optimists, they celebrate amazing people, share gratitude for frontline heroes and shine light on parent game changers out there in the sea of hope! Parent quiz, tweets of the week, and more. 

8: 2021...Let's have a do-over. The Kids and Current Events Episode.

In our last episode of the year we host our final chat on all things seasonal and 2020. They guys share Holiday and New Years memories, talk about the meaning of the Dad Time Out and share stories of their pandemic holiday pivots. MK and CRX both played Santa Claus?? Who knew?  Front line worker appreciation, Parent tweets of the week, a Christmas Vacation quiz and so much more!  We are so grateful to our listeners and the relationships we have built this year as well as with each other.  Smile, laugh, relax and enjoy and we'll catch you on the flip side.  2021 ...Let's do this.

7: The Year End to End The Year Episode...2020 buh-bye

In between holidays, it actually feels like Groundhog's Day around here. The guys talk 30 Day Challenges, Black Friday, Cyber Everyday, Decoration traditions, Hallmark Movies, CRX's Planking app and the 90 Day Fiancé. Tweets of the week, a great article about cheering yourself and others up at the same time. Dad Jokes, Kid-preneurs and much more!

6: Is it Groundhog's Day again? The Tweener Episode.

In the latest DTO show they guys breakdown Zooms-giving, show gratitude to all the teachers out there and fire up some teacher tweets of the week, a turkey-day quiz and all the other things we are grateful for including our families, our health and our amazing listeners and audience. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

5: The "ZOOMs-giving" / We love our teachers episode!

In the latest DTO the guys leave October behind and keep the optimism ahead.They breakdown the fall, teaching kids about the election and much more. Parent tweets of the week, Would You Rather's, Dad Jokes and things that make them smile.  Finally they ask themselves, are we really smarter than first graders? 

4: The Election-ish Episode!

In the Quarantine-O-Ween episode the guys break down all things Halloween, MK's least favorite holiday. Alternative trick-or-treating, quarantine costuming and tips from the Today Show and Pop Sugar are broken down for realitys sake, plus the top 10 worst Halloween candies are revealed. Finally, a question how would you fare in a scary movie? A Candy Quiz, Spooky Dad Jokes, Halloweeny-Tweets and more! 

3: The Quarantine-O-Ween Episode

The guys talk about teaching kids gratitude, apple picking rituals, pandemic food shopping, and MK continues his disdain for Halloween. Meanwhile they pay tribute to the legend Eddie Van Halen and play the world's hottest gameshow...Pumpkin Spice Product or Not? Tweets of the week, Dad Jokes and more!

2: How do you really feel about Halloween? The Fall-tastic show.

If you need a break from world insanity come join us for some real dad chat. The guys reunite after a summertime pandemerrific hiatus and break down parent overload, quarantine and distance travel. They discuss maintaining optimism and answer the ultimate would you rather questions. Dad jokes, Tik Tok talk, a hello to Ben & a brand new 3-2-1 go! Episode 20 here we go...

1: Anything happen while we were gone?

Quarantine continues as the guys debate cancelled kids sports, murder hornets, overrated music and more. Dad Jokes, Tweets of the week and how to pronounce fancy water..La Croy or La Cwah? Ahhh parenting in 2020...never a dull moment.

20: Ok, ok, I lost the USB drive. The better late than never ep.

In our inaugural DTO Light, MK goes one on one with Brock Lusch. Parent, blogger, podcaster, board member of the National At Home Dad Network and the big cheese at City Dads Group Cincinnati. They discuss dinner, dad jokes, homeschooling, men's mental health and much more. Cheers all!

19: DTO Light w/ Brock Lusch

The guys get their Zoom on and talk shelter in place while maintaining a dozen or so kids of all age ranges. They share stories, schedules, and strategies as they all try to make the best of things during this crazy time. Ben gives perspective, Mark buys free-weights, CRX explores the outdoors and MK spills wine on his forehead. Parent tweets of the week, the parent quiz, Top 10 Googled recipes, 20 pound bags of rice,  home-schooling, home making, quarantine music and much more.

18: Optimism, Reality and Gratitude. Quarantining with Kids.

The guys talk movie drinking, parent yelling, co-parenting techniques, pajamas in public, kid room cleaning and marvel at how CRX's mom smuggled a bucket of KFC into the movies and question Mark's 4,000 mile road trip.  Dad jokes, Tweets of the Week and we promise no virus talk.  On that note, we sincerely hope you're all ok out there. We are all sheltered in place so our next ep will definitely be interesting as we are all quarantined with the kids as well.

17: The St. Patricks Day/ Take Your Mind Off Things Episode.

Spring Sports, Impossible Burgers, Frozen 2, the latest teen lingo and an epic beer battle between Ben and Mark, who's side will you take? Think you know Girl Scout Cookies?  Take the quiz and find out. 

16: Finally seeing 2020!

Die Hard or Elf? Baby Yoda, Herbie the Elf, Tiger Bark and Mark's Hot Chocolate. So much to unwrap on our year end episode. I mean does anyone else know how to make Tiger Butter? If you have low Elf-esteem this is your episode. Thanks for an amazing year! 

15: The Year End Episode!

A celebration of all things dad's, moms, positive parenting and pop culture! Four dads with 12 kids total hiding in a garage to record, what could possibly go wrong?

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