Everything I Know, I Learned From Dad

Are you in a funk? Are you overwhelmed by the state of the world? Do you just feel "blah?" Many of us are feeling the magnitude of an ongoing pandemic, and haven't felt "normal" in months.

In this bonus episode, join Hannah and Dad for an honest and vulnerable conversation about our emotions. We'll even share a few of Dad's suggestions for how you can begin to break the funk.

Questions or comments? Email us at [email protected] (or leave a voice message below)!

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Reference: NYT Article by Adam Grant

Tags: mental health, self-care, languishing

Promotions and solicitations (credit cards, subscription services, etc.) often result in an emotional response, but when you read the fine print, you might find that an offer isn't as great as you thought. Listen to this episode, and don't make the same mistakes Hannah has!

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

Find us on Instagram @learnedfromdad_podcast!

Episode Guide:

1:55 - Reviewing credit card solicitations/offers

4:45 - Hannah and Dad make a spreadsheet!

15:20 - The importance of reading the fine print

19:55 - What Would Dad Do? - Dog ownership

In today's episode, you will get an inside look into our family dynamic, and why we enjoy spending so much time with one another. It all started with regular family dinners, with no distractions, and it all blossomed from there!

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

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Episode Guide:

4:00 - Eating dinner as a family

5:50 - FDO

6:40 - Being present with one another

9:20 - Sharing our dinner table

10:10 - Game nights & family camping trips

12:45 - Purposeful family vacations

16:30 - The adventure of finding out we were headed to Disney World (it's a good story!)

23:30 - A note on our sibling dynamic

24:15 - Sharing gratitude & some parenting advice from Dad

27:00 - What Would Dad Do? - How to negotiate your salary

To kick off Season 2, we talk about many (six to be exact) of Dad's most repeated one-liners in our household growing up (we'll call them Dad-isms), and our interpretation of them. Buckle in; this is a fun one!

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Episode Guide:

3:30 - "Bad planning on your part..."

11:00 - "How does it feel to want?"

14:45 - "Perception is reality"

19:35 - "Quality over quantity"

22:30 - "Event + Response = Outcome"

25:45 - "It's about the journey..."

In the final episode of season one, Dad answers listener questions (with the long answer):

1) What should I DIY vs outsource, and why?

2) How do I tackle credit card debt?

We also reveal the answer to last week's puzzler!

Episode Details:

3:20 - Dad walks us through his DIY spreadsheet, and how he decides when/what to outsource (criteria for making this decision)

7:21 - DIY inside the house

9:27 - DIY outside the house

14:30 - DIY car maintenance 

16:18 - DIY personal finance (planning, taxes, and investing)

20:52 - Dad's tips & tricks for how to approach tackling debt

28:38 - What to expect in Season Two!

29:10 - "Car Talk" puzzler solution reveal (and Dad and Hannah share a few laughs)!

Join us for Season Two this fall.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

Please send your questions for Dad to  [email protected]. You may also DM us on Instagram @learnedfromdad_podcast.

You might hear your question answered in an upcoming episode!

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If you've never rotated your tires, then this episode is for you! We are no Click and Clack the Tappet Brothers, but Dad does know a lot about cars. In this episode, Dad, Hannah, and Maddie talk all things cars, and how to care for them in order to maximize their safety, reliability, and longevity! 

Listen all the way to the end to hear our "Car Talk" Puzzler! Think you know the answer? Email us!

Episode Details:

1:35 - A story about the last new car Dad ever bought (in 1989!)

2:58 - How did Dad learn so much about cars?

7:25 - Gas/fuel - regular, premium, or super premium?

9:42 - A winter-weather reminder for you!

10:42 - Oil - regular vs synthetic, and how often to get an oil change

12:36 - Tires - when to rotate and replace, and checking the pressure

19:07 - Dad recommends a few gadgets to keep in your car

21:33 - Why you should keep your car clean and what type of car wash you should be buying

23:08 - Brakes - when they might need replacing

25:53 - How to avoid paying for unnecessary car maintenance

27:22 - "Car Talk" puzzler!

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

In this episode, Dad and Hannah discuss the most common questions one might be pondering during the car buying process. Do you buy new or used? Or do you lease? Should you work with a dealership or go for sale-by-owner? If you're purchasing a used car, how do you minimize your risk? 

If you're thinking of buying a car, listen in to this episode first, it's jam-packed with helpful information!

Episode Details:

1:30 - How you might decide whether to buy a new, or used car

7:52 - When you might shop at a dealership, or seek a private sale

10:04 - How to properly test-drive a car, and what questions to ask when buying a car (and how to research!)

19:27 - Dad's recommends a book about cars

23:10 - What to consider if you're thinking about leasing a new car (Spoiler: there's more to it than the monthly payment!)

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

In this episode, Hannah, Dad, and Maddie reflect on their experience buying cars, and the negotiation process. While there are many negotiation tactics, having the right mindset is a great place to start. Give this episode a listen to hear the stories and learn a few negotiation tools!

Episode Details:

2:15 - How Dad helped Hannah negotiate and buy her used car (and what to wear!)

3:44 - Why be prepared to walk away?

4:39 - How Dad helped Hannah negotiate and buy her new car (and secrets for getting the best price!)

11:27 - How Dad helped Maddie buy her car (and why they walked away the first time!)

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

Whether negotiating her salary, or the cost of something, Dad always reminded Hannah to "get it in writing." 

In this episode, we reflect on these moments, and discuss the value of this life lesson.

Episode Details:

1:16 - The story behind the first contract agreement Dad had Hannah sign

7:24 - Scenarios where you might ask to get something in writing

10:15 - The most recent contract agreement Hannah and Dad signed

11:13 - Additional things to consider documenting, or putting in writing

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!