How far does a dad's moral obligation to protect his family extend? Should fathers own and train with firearms for home defense? How can you get started if that seems overwhelming?

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In this episode we take a look at the much-beloved character of Samwise Gamgee. How does he fit into the story? Is he the protagonist? What can dads learn from Sam's virtues and vices?

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As the title suggests, this week we swap ideas regarding "dadventures" with the kids. We discuss their purpose and scope, from giving your wife some much-needed time to herself to showing the world to your kids. We also share various stories of successes and failures that we can learn from.

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Dad's should be lovers of words, because, among other things, loving words helps you to interpret the world rightly for your children. To that end, this week we are sharing a few favorite poems and discussing why we find them so helpful and moving.

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This week we discuss what it's like for a dad when there's a new baby in the home. What are some tricks of the trade for adjusting to life with a new, immortal soul under your roof? How can you help and protect your wife during this time?

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Before too much time passed, we wanted to look back at how Advent and Christmastide went and note what went well this year in our families and what we'd like to improve upon next time.

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After a couple weeks off for Christmas, we are back at it this week discussing Merry and Pippin's role in The Lord of the Rings. We also think through how and to what degree this is a coming of age story for the Hobbits and why Frodo and Sam can't be the only Hobbits in the story.

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This week we discuss the importance of pushing your kids to do hard things as an important part of giving them God's paideia. We outline some principles and biblical background but also jump into some of the nitty-gritty details.

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This week we discuss the dad's role in the Christmas feasting and celebrations. We also talk about the importance of recovering Christmastide as a true 12 day festival in our homes as well as some practical ways to make that a reality.

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This week we discuss the meaning and importance of the Advent season. We talk about how your Advent traditions pave the way for your family's understanding of Christmas and share some of our own traditions, old, new, and experimental.

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