Disaster Dads

The Dads have been traveling- some for work, some for fun- and have been caught up in the nuances of life. That means, we weren't able to tape a full episode this week. We only had a short time together and Ebola Joe wasn't making it easier. Enjoy and have fun. More to come next week. Bonus Bonus....you don't get to hear us review Sharknado. 

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The Dads (well, 3 of the 5) got online to chat about keeping the household from falling off the rails when the spouse travels or handling the kids when you are traveling solo. We also go WAY off topic and chat about movies and how our kids talk to us. Off topic, but on target for fun! 

The Dads enjoy Fathers (Father's?) Day by going on a certified #DisasterDadRant. Well, not really a rant, but we've had a lot on our minds and decided to talk about it. Podcast therapy. Or something like that. Join us as we chat about the Grenfell Tower fire and the active shooter incident at the GOP baseball practice in Alexandria, VA. We try to bring it up a bit with a recap of our excellent day of Fatherly recognition. 

Grenfell Tower

Alexandria Active Shooter at Simpson Park

This week the Dads hear from Rob on his parenting adventure as he took his oldest to visit the Hurricane Hunters. We have a hurricane season to start preparing for, so why not chat about the planes, tech, and pilots that get us the info we need to stay safe. Bonus plug- if you live in a hurricane zone, get your stuff together and be prepared. 

NOAA Aircraft Operations

NOAA Hurricane Hunters

US Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters

2017 Hurricane Season Predictions

This week's episode focuses on water in places where there shouldn't be water - at home or at work. The Dads chat about how to stay safe, how to prepare for the worst, and how to use a grommeted tarp, DD Nation! 

With 71% of the planet covered in water (science), learning to swim is an important skill for children of all ages. Even if you aren't near an ocean, there is always an opportunity to go chasing waterfalls and not sticking to the lakes and rivers you are used to. From what you can teach in the bathtub to lessons at the pool, The Dads discuss ways to make sure everyone has a chance to enjoy some liquid fun. 

From Disaster Dad Dan: Dive in with the dads while we get our feet wet on water safety.  Don't get caught in a rip tide this summer without thinking through water safety with the kiddos.  Treading water on a topic this important and you may find yourself in the deep end of the pool without a life jacket ... I'll let myself out. 

The American Red Cross has some great info:
http://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety
SafeKids.Org:
https://www.safekids.org/watersafety?gclid=CJPWx77K4dMCFV62wAodYYsPCA
The U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue page:
https://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg534/Contact_CG.asp
Pro tip; Email is not the preferred method for contacting the Coast Guard for emergencies at this time. You're not ordering a pizza, folks. Sober up.

The Dads get to hear from Disaster Rob on how his trip to the magical kingdom went. He gives an overview of the planning and execution of a fun family excursion. Join us as we discuss the fun of kid vacations and see if you can hear Disaster Frank celebrating a Caps victory in the background. 

The Dads reach back to the late 20th Century to review the classic disaster flick with AWESOME graphics....Twister! The Dads have always wanted to watch this flick, but we really wanted to honor the life and times of a great, Bill Paxton. You were never a Pullman to us and thanks for the great films. 

Also, we talk about disaster prep. Sort of. Enjoy! 

Get the movie

Watch the trailer

Prepare yourself

This week, the Dads are a little light because of travel, babies and day jobs. But, that won't stop them from talking about Tornadoes and sharing what they know. Spoiler alert: it's not as much as you'd think. But the Dads had fun and hope you'll join us. 

http://www.ustornadoes.com/2017/03/01/spring-2017-seasonal-tornado-outlook/

http://www.vaemergency.gov/news-local/statewide-drills/

https://weather.com/storms/tornado/news/us-tornado-reports-2017-highest-since-2012

In this episode, the Dads congratulate Disaster Joe on the new addition to his family. One was fun, two is....a second baby. The Dads catch up on the Oscars and give their picks for best overall confusing look. They finish up with Disaster Erik lamenting his impending death and all around Debbie Downer attitude. 

How the Oscars showed how easy it is to create a disaster

Ronery, I'm so Ronery

Nope...this is it: Middle Aged Loneliness

Tactical Baby Carrier