Welcome to the inaugural episode of DadDum! In this opening chapter, join Josh and Rob, two dedicated Edmonton dads with a unique blend of talents and experiences, as they embark on this heartfelt journey. You might recognize them from their separate past podcasts – Rob's Conversations with Lily, a treasure trove of 33 episodes capturing the essence of father-daughter dialogues, and Josh's hilarious thought provoking cool edgy pod Long and Hard, spanning an impressive 87 episodes. Wonder why they stopped? Tune in to find out as they share the story of how their paths crossed and the spark that ignited their shared venture.
From their initial connection through the world of real estate, these two intriguing characters explore the dynamics of their budding friendship. Did destiny have a hand in bringing them together? Rob was once a fanboy of Josh, adding an extra layer of serendipity to their journey. As they delve into their backgrounds, they reveal the heartfelt motivation behind the creation of this podcast – an intimate archive of their experiences, a legacy for their daughters Lily, the vivacious 12-year-old dancer, and Aurelia, the adorable feisty one-year-old.
Expect candid conversations on parenting, insights into real estate (and tackling the inevitable "how's the market?" question), and a touch of lighthearted banter about the joys and challenges of fatherhood. Not to mention, they tackle the universal conundrum – can you really trust people without kids? Amidst laughter, they recount the coincidental hospital stay that further solidified their connection and reminisce about their favorite dad cars.
As Josh recently became a father, he shares the transformative impact of parenthood on his life. A shoutout to Darren H, the commercial agent, segues into Rob's unique experience of becoming a dad – a journey quite different from his friend's. They explore the evolution of friendships post-parenthood, delving into the humorous side of forgetting one's age and discussing the onset of early Alzheimers.
The conversation takes an adorable turn as they navigate the realm of Disney movies and Lilys' evolving attention span. Rob recounts an amusing outing to the Barbie movie (no spoilers!), shedding light on the intricacies of parenting a pre-teen. Amidst tech discussions, they ponder when the right time is to introduce phones into their daughters' lives.
And fear not – they share their aversions to certain movie genres, with Rob being just a tad behind the curve. Curious about the enigmatic "Barbenhimer" reference? Tune in for the explanation! And lest we forget, while the name "DadDum" might suggest otherwise, Josh is definitely not "dumb."
As they sign off with a touching message for Aurelia and a playful reminder to keep expectations low, Josh and Rob invite you to join them on this captivating voyage of shared experiences, laughter, and the essence of genuine friendship in the realm of fatherhood. Welcome to DadDum: where two "dumb dads in their kingdoms" Share their unfiltered journey through fatherhood.
