DADennial

Welcome to another insightful episode of DADennial! Today, join Mike Trenk and special guest Shannon Carpenter as they delve into a crucial aspect of modern fatherhood. Have you ever wondered about the impact of spousal support on chasing your dreams, or felt the weight of the male loneliness epidemic? In this episode, we're not just raising questions; we're exploring solutions. From the challenges of parenting to the need for genuine male friendships and redefining traditional roles, Mike and Shannon unpack it all. 

Stick around as we navigate through creating new institutions, reimagining education, and the vital transition from parenting to friendship. Get ready for an engaging conversation that not only highlights the issues but offers pathways to change. This is DADennial, where we tackle the tough questions and discover the solutions that can transform fatherhood.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Dads, ever feel like you're juggling life's chaos, trying to process the calamities that come at you from all angles? Whether it's the demands of fatherhood, the challenges of the daily grind, or navigating the ongoing pandemic, Mike's got your back. In this episode of DADennial, he dives deep into the art of processing it all. How can you manage the rollercoaster of dad life while working and dealing with the uncertainties of COVID and beyond? Tune in as Mike not only asks the tough questions but offers practical solutions to help you find your balance in the midst of life's whirlwind.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Ever wondered how dads are rewriting the playbook on modern fatherhood? Join Mike Trenk, host of DADennial, and special guest Ceasar Fernandez, as they unpack the highlights from their recent trip to Home Dad Con in Milwaukee. If you're a dad juggling home life and personal pursuits, join us as we unpack insights from Mike's Homedadcon talk on DADennial. Wondering how to maintain your identity while acing the dad game? Tune in for practical solutions and a roadmap to harmonize fatherhood with personal fulfillment.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

In this episode of DADennial, host Mike sits down with Dustin, also known as the Sports Card Dad, for an inspiring conversation on the joys of card collecting. With a YouTube channel dedicated to the art of sports card collecting, Dustin brings a unique perspective to the table. Join us as they discuss how collecting cards becomes a heartwarming family activity, and how card shows offer a fun social experience.

Listen in as Mike and Sports Card Dad share their insights on:

• Collecting with the Kids
• YouTube Channel Adventures
• The Thrill of Card Shows
  
  

Don't miss out on this engaging conversation that celebrates the joys of collecting, bonding, and building memories.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Today we are joined by comedian Sam Miller, who shares his journey from homelessness and incarceration to becoming a successful comedian with 15 years of sobriety, a loving wife, and two kids. We learn about Sam's unique comedy style and his passion for sharing his recovery story on stage.

Sam discusses the challenges of balancing his comedy career with being a present father and husband. He emphasizes the importance of giving a damn as a parent and shares insights from therapists about what makes a good dad. Sam opens up about his own experiences as a father and the pride he takes in being a decent father despite the inevitable mistakes.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

In his 22 years in the military, Ryan has moved 10-12 times, and he's been a dad through all of those moves. He lives a completely different lifestyle than most parents - but is his parenting style different because he's in the military?  There are a lot of cliches out there, but let's find out what's real and what's myth on today's episode.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Some men (most men?) feel like seeing a therapist is a sign of mental weakness.

It's time to put pride aside.

Today we're back with part 2 of our conversation with Caesar Fernandez, where Caesar opens up about why he decided to find a therapist and what the experience has been like.

Part 1 - Finding Your Dad Support System

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

When Caesar Fernandez went to the park with his daughter, a woman said to him, "Oh that's so sweet, you're babysitting." As a dad, you've probably heard this condescending sexist compliment before, and you probably brushed it off. But for Caesar, he had had enough and told the woman that "No, I don't babysit. This is called parenting."

Modern dads are engaged and don't babysit, but we also need support systems. So how can we find our tribe? 

Let's find out in part 1 of the conversation with Caesar.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Poker Pro Josh Smith has figured out how to work his dream job AND be an engaged dad.  Today, he talks about the perceived risks of having a family and professional gambling, navigating the mental highs and lows, and balancing it all.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.

Hi I'm Mike! Along with being a dad by day, I'm also a mental health counselor by night in my own private practice. So I get to see not just my own personal ups and downs of being a dad, but I get to see other families and dads and trying to figure out their day-to-day struggles. As a clinician in private practice, and one of those dads sitting in pick up and drop off lines for school, I wanted to share what I see in this ever-changing world.

DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.