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Della's DadNature vs Nurture / feelings / McDonald's memoriesIt’s part two of my latest conversation with good friend of the show, Paul, in the first episode we did a bit of a switcheroo where he interviewed me and this is the continuation of that episode where we talk about things like Nature vs Nurture, encouraging kids to express their feelings, core childhood memories that involve McDonald’s and we finish on the life lesson of pleasure and pain in sports because we just couldn’t avoid talking about sports twice. 2025-07-2930 minDella's DadAdding a second kid to the mix! / shaping our kids through parenting stylesIn this special episode, a friend of the show (Paul) returns, takes over the mic and interviews Della’s Dad. They dive into what life’s really like right now: living with the grandparents, gearing up for baby number two, and navigating the chaos (and joy) of the toddler phase. From the ups and downs of spending more time with Della, to the challenges of daycare, discipline, and prepping her for a baby brother. From taking time off work to be more present, the cultural quirks of parenting in Australia vs the US, and the decisions we make...2025-07-2238 minDella's DadBig city life vs Small town life / hitting the crucial milestonesIn part two of our conversation with Ruben where we talk about the differences between big city life in the US and small town life in Australia.. hitting various milestones, the stress and anxiety sometimes associated with them and the death of the sleep in for us parentsTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2025-07-0830 minDella's DadCo-sleeping with your baby and the first yearDella's Dad catches up with Ruben in New York to see what the first year at home has been like with his son, including co-sleeping with his kid in his bed, taking him out to restaurants and starting to walk at around 12 months.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2025-07-0229 minDella's DadSetting a good example for your kidsOn part two of our conversation with Duke, we discuss setting a good example for your kids, modeling behaviors and also cover support networks including duke’s newsletter Die Daily.Link to Duke's Newsletter: https://diedaily.beehiiv.com/Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2025-06-0325 minDella's DadOvercoming health challengesThis week, after a long hiatus, we’re joined by Duke from Florida, he’s a father of two and he joins the podcast to talk about his journey dealing with his daughter’s movement disorder and other health challenges as well including the challenge of conceiving. It’s quite a heavy story with its share of hardship but still an incredibly inspirational conversation that I think we can all find value in. Part one of two...Duke's Newsletter: https://diedaily.beehiiv.com/Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2025-05-2044 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Last of Us - Seattle here we come! - S2 E3 & E4Moving on from the battle of Jackson Hole we get our first sneak peek of life in Seattle and our friend Jeffrey Wright! Tune in as Adam and Ruben catch up on episodes 3 and 4 of Last of Us season 2Music credit: "Arnold" by Luke Million2025-05-0721 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Last of Us - Hello Jackson Hole! - S2 E1 & E2A new season of Last of Us is here and so are Ruben and Adam! Back again to discuss the start of the new season and especially episode 2 - the best episode on tv in a long time? We think soMusic credit: "Arnold" by Luke Million2025-04-2923 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Boys - Homelander goes home, tragedy on ice - S4 E3 & E4The Boys - Season 4: Eps 3 &4Ruben and Adam roll on with the next two episodes of Season 4. There are laserings on ice, lobotomies, Homelander goes back to the lab, more laserings, Starlight loses it and more...2024-07-0822 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Boys - S4 E1 & E2The Boys are indeed back - our favorite on screen bromance of Butcher and Homelander returns to our homes and WE ARE EXCITED - Ruben and Adam re-live the first two episodes of the new season, what's exciting and what could we care less about. Are you a Hometeamer? or a Starlighter?2024-07-0318 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAemond.. Daemon... And Alan... It's our House of the Dragon Episode 1 and 2 Re-cap!Join the Comoot as we chart a course through Westeros and re-live each episode of House of The Dragon! This week we look at the opening two episodes of the new season!2024-06-2823 minThe Comoot: Film & TVThe Acolyte (episodes 1 & 2)The Jedi are back! and so are Ruben and Adam - here to talk through the first two episodes of the new Disney (Star Wars Universe) show "The Acolyte"Trinity Jedi is a thing! and Jedi Wookies! Many Jedi, must excite....2024-06-1322 minDella's DadDealing with Food AllergiesIn part 2 of my latest chat with Robin, we take a bit of a deep dive into food allergies, a pretty serious topic that impacts us all differently but nevertheless a topic I think we should all be familiar with.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2024-06-1229 minDella's DadPushing two years old with your toddlerOne time guest Robin returns to the show, a two time dad based out in California we connect to discuss what it’s like to be with a toddler that’s pushing two years old, cranky tantrums, being hungry but not eating, picking favorites, reasoning with them, figuring out how much tv they should have, if any and encouraging independent play. It’s a wide ranging episode with some great insight from a dad that’s doing it for the second time.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2024-06-0538 minDella's DadMediating the Dog vs Baby relationship / Getting back to the gym and looking after yourselfPart 2 of our discussion with Danny, father of an 8 month old boy, we talk in a bit more detail about how to mediate the Dog vs Baby relationship, which if you’ve been there already you know can be very tricky, plus getting back into the groove of exercising and finding a way to make the most out of what little personal time we still get.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2024-05-1520 minDella's DadNewborn sleep challenges, moving out of the blob phase and adjusting to being a parentWe’re joined by Danny, a fellow first time dad from the tri state area - he’s got a gorgeous little boy that’s about 8 months old and we talk about the new born phase, how he’s adjusting to dad life, getting the little guy to sleep and various other challenges from eczema and acid reflux to strategies for taking your kid out to restaurants and actually enjoying itTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2024-05-0832 minThe Comoot: Film & TVDumb Money, GameStop, Big Short and all other Wall Street moviesThe guys re-live Dumb Money - the GameStop saga plus also chat about other Wall Street Movies from Big Short to the Boiler Room. Also we have Vin Diesel, Margot Robbie, Barbie and the world of Adam McKay.2024-02-0127 minDella's DadDeciding on a home birth / not knowing the sex and not being in controlHome birth pending! We’re joined by my very dear friend Ruben, a fellow Aussie based in New York, he’s not quite yet a dad but in about a week or so he will be. He joins us to talk about the pregnancy, not knowing the sex, learning to be ok with the things that you can’t control and how he got comfortable with the idea of having a home birth.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2024-01-2436 minDella's DadBed times, sleep schedules and middle of the night cuddlesThis week, it’s part 2 of our conversation with Paul, an Aussie dad raising 3 kids in Denver Colorado. This part of our chat is sleep-centric where we talk about bedtimes and sleep schedules plus also taking your kids out to dinner and having date night at home. Sleep plays such an outsized role in raising our kids, and for our own health as well, so there’s never really going to be just one or two main sleep episodes per se, it’s an evolving topic that can be handled and experienced in so many different ways with ou...2024-01-0921 minThe Comoot: Film & TVHome Alone... Jingle All The Way.. And Everything In-betweenAdam and Ruben put on their Santa hats and talk about all the great and not so great holiday flicks!2023-12-2124 minDella's DadSaying NO to your toddler or your 8 year old, assessing risk and why 3 might be the magical ageIt's the return of the Paul, an Aussie Dad raising three kids (aged 8, 7 and 3) in Denver Colorado. The last time he was on the show, Della was merely a few months old. A lot has changed since then. We talk about why he thinks age 3 might just be the magical age we have to make it to in the early years and talk about how to say No to young children which is what I’m learning about now with Della. Also, how to assess risk when it comes to your kids. Paul’s a really thoughtful guy with this...2023-12-1937 minThe Comoot: Film & TVKillers of the Flower Moon / Scorcese, DiCaprio, De Niro... and Amir MalaklouActor Amir Malaklou returns to the Comoot after four years to help us re-live the new Scorcese epic 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and break down some of the best work of Scorcese, DiCaprio and De Niro and figure out where this movie ranks with the other films and what is some of the best work for each actor.Sesame Street / Casino mash upCatch Amir on the next season of The Old Man on FXTheme Song: Arnold by Luke Million2023-12-1343 minDella's DadRunning multiple businesses while raising kidsLewis, father of two and business owner, joins Della's Dad to talk about the dynamic of raising kids while running multiple businesses between him and his wife. We talk about how the business owning parents balance the demands of running businesses while also prioritizing their kids (hint, one approach is to open a kids playground called Space Club!) and staying sane in the process. A fun chat even if you simply work for the man like Della's Dad.Reference: Space Club BrooklynTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-11-2839 minDella's DadTravel with a one year old / planes, cars & EuropeZiggy, a fellow dad of a (currently) 15 month old girl joins Della's dad to talk through experiences of international travel (including flying) with kids at around the 1-year-old mark... including the new challenges that weren't there when we travelled at 6 months plus some some key car vomit chat too.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-11-1434 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Mandalorian and Andor on top of the pile in the Star Wars universeAdam and Ruben re-live the third season of The Mandalorian and discuss its greatness alongside Andor in what they think are the two heavyweights in the Star Wars universe... everyone has an opinion on Star Wars and these boys take it one quarter parsec at a time! References:- Luthen Rael's Monologue from Andor2023-11-0231 min
The Comoot: Film & TVOppenheimer and The Nolan-VerseThe Comoot is back! This season Adam and Ruben spend time hanging out at the water-coolah, re-living some of TV and Film's best content... This week we re-live the latest Christopher Nolan movie - Oppenheimer - and ask the question is Nolan better than Cameron?Is James Cameron the right comparison? or is it Tarantino or Scorsese? Tune in to help us figure it out.2023-10-1936 minDella's DadThe only 10 things you'll need for the first yearFollowing on from our '10 things in the first 3 months' episode, Della's Dad is back with a quick follow up on the 10 essential things you'll now need for the first year... and yes some are obvious but there are definitely a few items on the list we wouldn't have thought of if they were recommended to us so listen in. Links to items mentioned:High Chair: Lalo 3-in-1 Portable booster chairToys (different textures, noises, balls) & Books (for bedtime)Activity centerStrollers: Joolz Aer & Yoyo Baby Carrier Strap on from Sia BabyDummy tether / Pacifier clipBaby crackers & Food pouches Teethi...2023-10-1112 minDella's DadThe one-year (ish) milestone / what to expect and how it differs amongst kidsPart 2 of our conversation with Ben, father of 3, centers around the one-year (ish) milestone... Della just had her first birthday and Della's Dad discusses with Ben all the awesome developments that happen around this age along with the challenges plus Ben imparts some sage advice for the new parents out there.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-10-0435 minDella's DadThe Sleep training episode! Methods, experiences and the knock on effects of sleep qualityThe big sleep episode is here! Della's Dad dives deep into sleep (he wishes) as we discusses the ins and outs of sleep training of babies and building good sleep routines and habits and how it flows on to everything else in your kid's day... and even it's effects on your relationship with your S.O. Buckle up, and bring a pillow.Resources:- Taking Cara Babies sleep programTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-09-2738 minDella's DadMoving to the burbs / Pulp Fiction and kids TV showsSuburbanites and four-time dads Chris and Ken join Della's Dad to talk through saying goodbye to the long loved city life and trading it all in for the big houses and yards and bad ethnic food of the suburbs... plus we dive a little into the appropriateness of adult movies like pulp fiction and some of our favorite kid-friendly shows (hint: It's Bluey)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-08-0232 minThe Comoot: Film & TVAmerica's Newest Sport, Look at those Threads and Is Margot Robbie the Current Belt Holder? Adam and Ruben discuss all of the dumb and meaningful!On this episode, Adam and Ruben talk Major League Cricket, Zuck's Twitter Killer and Ponder... Is Margot Robbie the current GOAT?! 2023-07-2731 minDella's DadFathering Four Kids / including twins on the third go + having them "young"Della's Dad is joined by a dear mate, Steve from Wollongong, for a conversation that has been a long time coming. On his way to fathering four kids, Steve and his wife had twins on their third go around. We discuss that journey for them plus dive into the perspective of starting a family in your early 20's (and in the midst Steve takes not one but two opportunities to brag about still exercising while being a young dad - I'll take that as motivation)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-07-2639 minDella's DadPremature babies / 12 days in the NICUDella's dad is back! and so is Dave - 7 months after we spoke the day before his child's birth, the new dad returns to tell us about his family's birth experience, including what happens in a premature birth situation and what it's like to have your baby spend time in the NICU. Plus a ringing endorsement for night nurses!Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-07-0633 minThe Comoot: Film & TVApple's Top Gun Ski-Goggles and Pizza parties for the Para-MilitaryAdam and Ruben discuss Apple's Topgun VR Headset... What sort of pizza parties you'd get in the para-military... And things get hard with Ruben's Sophie's Choice!2023-06-2830 min
The Comoot: Film & TVThe Comoot Variety Show Episode 1Adam and Ruben are back to fill your.. ear holes... with The Comoot Variety Show! This week we talk about the one streaming platform to rule them all... Professional golf and the sexy weddings it revolves around.. And how much of that Oil money it would take for us to break bad! 2023-06-1530 minDella's DadWelcome to Girl Dad Club!On this special episode I've pulled together the insights from four different Dads I've interviewed over the last few months about just what it's like to have daughters... what do you do differently? what do you do the same? It's a topic that Della's Dad spends endless hours contemplating so this makes for a good first entrance into Girl Dad Club.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-03-2932 minDella's DadThe Six month milestone / cognitive leaps and lamb chopsCelebrating six months of Della, Adam is joined by Alee in Seattle, father of one with another one on the way, to talk about all the big changes in Della's little life plus lessons from traveling away from home, eating solid foods, teething and the ever present question of sleepMentioned:- Little Ones sleep programTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-03-2134 minDella's DadBeing a stay at home DadSalivating at the prospect of one day being a stay-at-home dad, this week we learn about the realities of being a stay at home parent from Tom, a father of two that's been doing just that.He's one incredibly thoughtful person and parent and the perfect guest to share his approach to parenting.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2023-03-1533 minDella's DadHow many kids to have and when to have them... a special pod crossoverOn a VERY special episode, Nik & Ace from the Steel City NFTeams Podcast join Della's Dad to talk about how many kids you should have and when to have them. Just one? Two? Three? Do you fill a complete starting lineup of a basketball team?With 5 kids between them - if this was SNL they'd jointly receive a jacket for entry to the five-timers club - they share their infinite wisdom on the different ways to handle your growing brood. Sports analogies and laughs are abound but their message is legit. Enjoy the ride....2023-03-0735 minDella's Dad24 hours BEFORE birth!Dave in New York joins Della's Dad just 24 hours before his wife's scheduled c-section... we talk nerves and expectations plus Dave walks us through 'Vasa Previa' and the impacts of that condition and their IVF journey to here. It's real stuff.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-12-2028 minDella's DadThe only 10 things you need for the first three monthsThrowing out a quick solo episode to highlight the 10 most important or useful things you'll need for your first three months with baby... links below to the stuff I talk about:Love to dream sleepwear (Swaddles)Baby Björn Bouncer BlissNanit baby monitorFrida baby grooming kitHushh compact sound machine The Doona car seat / strollerSNOO smart sleeperDockATotLalo play gymubbi diaper pailFrom the no brainers list:- Dr. Brown’s Natural Flow Baby Bottles- Honest brand diapersTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-12-0612 minDella's DadRaising kids away from family... and flying with them!Paul in Denver joins Della's dad to talk about what it's like to raise his three kids a world away from family, from grandparents, from help, from free babysitters... also we discuss what it's like to fly with kids and the precious time we have with our young ones.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-11-2931 minDella's DadThe Three Month Milestone... and all the changes that come with itIt's been quiet because Della has been keeping Dad very busy but Della's Dad is still here! Mark, the father of a 9 month old joins the show to help Adam unpack all the changes and new challenges that start to hit you at the three month mark.From sleep regression and sleep training to rolling over, moving around, needing stimulation when they can finally understand when you're not paying attention to them!Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-11-2236 minDella's DadTales from a three time dadSpoiler alert... it doesn't get easier! Rhys just had his third kid and he joins the show to talk about some of the challenges that remain whether it's your first or your third kid... there's some not so glamorous stuff too like breast feeding and vasectomies... plus we unearth our first dad of the year nominee with a trip to the emergency department.Resources:- "Save our sleep" by Tizzie Hall- Back massagerTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-10-0430 minDella's DadTwo months in / when your baby finally starts to interact with youAt the two month mark, Della's Dad is joined by Rob from Chicago, father of a 1 year old to talk about that magical moment when your baby really starts to interact with you... plus missing out of social activities, starting on solids and good grandparent related adviceNotes/Resources:What up with that (SNL)Private photo sharing app: Tiny BeansBaby tracking apps:Baby Connect CubtaleTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-09-1625 minDella's DadSix weeks in / time management and being presentAt the six week mark, Della's Dad is joined by a fellow new dad, Jonny, father of a six month old boy. They compare notes on fussy newborns, time management and being present during the precious brief time our kids are so young.Products/Resources:The Wonder Weeks AppNanit baby monitorSNOO Baby bassinet Dr. Brown's baby bottlesTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-09-0129 minDella's DadMore birth stories and some (bad?) advicePart Two of our conversation with Dan from Michigan - we covered a lot of ground the other week so here's the rest of our chat which includes more birth stories and a mixture of good and bad advice... language warning.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-08-2323 minDella's DadThe first month... of sleep deprivationDella is one month old! We're re-joined by Nik, fatherhood veteran, so Adam can cover the current state of Dad-ness four weeks into this journey. It's dominated by sleep deprivation battles, big time poos, bathing, singing and a little bit of raging against the machine.Products mentioned:The SNOO (newborn bassinet/crib)Love to Dream - Zip-up Swaddle (sleep sacks)The Cubtale app (to track sleep)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-08-1734 minDella's DadThree weeks in when the wheels fall offAfter a dream start with a newborn, everything they tell you about started to happen with little baby Della in week three... the father of a two year old girl, Dan from Michigan, joins the show to remind Adam how to still enjoy it... this episode was aided by a few beers to end a long week for both Dads, so apologies in advance for it's loose nature ;)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-08-1136 minDella's DadThe second week / return to work & complicated birthsRobin, a father of an 18 month old, joins us from LA to talk Della's Dad through his second week with a newborn, discusses the return to work situation and shares his family's labor/birth story... plus a few laughs and as always some key tips and advice for parents to consider.Notes & Resources:BOOK: "Guide to your baby's first years" from the Mayo ClinicMedela breast pumpHands free pumping brasBottle sterilizers:WabiTommy TippeeTheme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-08-0328 minDella's DadLabor and Delivery (the birth!)Adam goes solo on this episode to do a deep dive into what the labor, hospital and delivery (birth) experience was for little baby Della. Listen in for some key tips and advice as well if you're about to go through it.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-07-2927 minDella's DadThe First Week with a newborn babyDella's Dad talks through the first week with a newborn baby girl and is joined by a veteran of fatherhood, Nik, father of 3, to digest those initial feelings and experiences plus offer some pearls of wisdom.Notes & Resources:Tresillian's Parent's Help Line (Australia) 1300 272 736The DoonaThe Peanut (Snuggle Me / Dock A Tot)Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-07-2732 minDella's DadIntroducing: Della's Dad - A Fatherhood PodcastA new podcast that chronicles what it’s like to be a first time Dad and leans into the expertise and experience of other fathers... It’s a discussion about one dad raising his daughter and a tool for all parents out out there.Theme: “Check it out” by Mountaineer (via Uppbeat)2022-07-2601 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Voting (our season finale!)In our season finale, we talk about the power and importance of the vote... and what you need to be aware of when assessing your candidates. Also, Ruben debuts a new nickname for a certain world leader. Listen in!Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeElectrify EverythingThe power of the Independents2030 targets in AustraliaTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)2022-02-0928 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Eating OutIt's date night for Ruben and & Adam... on the menu: BURGERS! The two lovers do a mini veggie burger tour of NYC and it's full of emotions.Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeLekka Burger NYCTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)2022-02-0229 minThe Comoot: Film & TV2030 Today: Spencer Harbo on Greener Homes and GardensGrowNYC's very own Spencer Harbo returns to the show to talk to us about the things we can do in our own homes and our cities every day to reduce our impact on the climate and the environment. From electricity to waste and composting.Resources:The Powerful Role of Household Actions in Solving Climate ChangeGrowNYCNYC Curbside CompostingTheme music: "Aspire" by All Good Folks (via Uppbeat)2022-01-2649 min
Steel City NFTeams PodEpisode 10 - Live from the Podquarters with Special Guest, Tee!Send us a text*** Presented by SteelCityNFTeam and ESPNFTeams on Twitter *** Welcome to Episode 10 of the Steel City NFTeams Pod - a "Chicko's Pod" that has been moved from the Kevquarters to the Podquarters! Crammed into Nik's mum's basement we have Nik, B, Ace and special guest, fellow NFTeams owner, Tee! In this week's innings, the boys go 'Around the Grounds' to cover a huge week of tournament activity, jersey designs and ideas being discussed in the discord and the ever raising NFTeams floor price. After that, Tee injects himself into the pod by...2022-01-2458 min