Mike Roth sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, he shares what his kids have taught him about life. After that I ask him about his new show, BAT-FAM, where his the Executive Producer and Showrunner. We discuss how this is a cool and new way to look at Bruce Wayne. He also shares how this show was influenced by his kids. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About BAT-FAM

BAT-FAM follows Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne - now having taken on the mantle of “Little Batman” - as they welcome a few new residents to Wayne Manor. Joining the family dinner table is Alicia Pennyworth, Alfred’s free-spirited grandniece; Claire, a recently reformed Super-Villain; Ra’s al Ghul, Damian’s adoring “Pap Pap” who also happens to be Batman’s longtime nemesis; and Man-Bat, who takes up residence in the Wayne Manor belfry. Oh! And let’s not forget Selina, the beloved family cat. This close-knit family of misfits navigate the fun and frustrations of ordinary life while protecting the streets of Gotham City. 

Prepare for nonstop action, big heart, and hilarious chaos! The series is developed by Mike Roth & Jase Ricci and produced by Warner Bros. Animation. Roth serves as executive producer and showrunner. Ricci and Sam Register executive produce. Watch it now on Amazon Prime. 

Ryder Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Phil Rosenthal stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares a very important view on being a parent. He shares what his kids have taught him as well. After that, we talk about this new book, Phil's Favorites: Recipes from Friends and Family to Make at Home. Phil shares what he loves the most about sharing a meal with family and friends. In addition, we talk about a moment he is very proud of from his fantastic career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Phil Rosenthal

Phil Rosenthal is the creator and host of the Emmy-nominated Somebody Feed Phil. He also created the hit CBS comedy, Everybody Loves Raymond, which was nominated for over seventy Emmy awards, and won fifteen awards, including for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2003 and 2005. In addition, he is also the bestselling author of the book Somebody Feed Phil the Book. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, actress Monica Horan (who played Amy on Everybody Loves Raymond), and they have two children. Make sure you follow Phil on Instagram at @Phil.Rosenthal. Plus go to his site to learn more about him over at philrosenthalworld.com. In addiction pick up Phil's Favorites: Recipes from Friends and Family to Make at Home wherever you purchase books. 

Ryder Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Kim and Penn stop by to talk about their parenting journey. They share the lessons that their kids have taught them. Kim and Penn share some of their ups and downs as they navigate the social media world. After that we talk about their latest book, All You Can Be with ADHD. They share what families will learn from this book. In addition they offer advice for families who want to know more about ADHD. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Kim & Penn Holderness

Kim and Penn Holderness are social media creators, New York Times bestselling authors, award-winning podcasters, game creators, and winners of The Amazing Race. Their viral videos have garnered over three billion views and have been featured on Good Morning America, the Today Show, Fox News Channel, and CNN. The Holderness family currently lives in North Carolina, with their children, Lola and PC, and their dog, Sunny. Make sure you follow Penn and his family on Instagram at @theholdernessfamily. Plus go to his site to learn more about his tour dates at theholdernessfamily.com. In addition make sure you pick up his book, All You Can Be with ADHD wherever you purchase books. 

Ryder Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Seamus Sullivan sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. In addition, he shares what it is like to balance work and being the stay at home dad. After that we talk about his book, Daedalus is Dead. He shares why he couldn’t write this until he became a dad. Seamus talks about his writing process and how he creates a schedule as a stay at home dad. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Seamus Sullivan

Seamus Sullivan’s fiction has appeared in Terraform and his book reviews have appeared in Strange Horizons. He lives in Jersey City with his family. Daedalus is Dead is his first novel. A delirious and gripping story of fatherhood and masculinity, told through the reimagined Greek myth of Daedalus, Icarus, King Minos, Ariadne, and the Minotaur. Pick up Daedalus is Dead whenever you purchase books. Make sure you purchase, Daedalus is Dead wherever you get your books. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Roy Wood Jr. stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. Wood Jr. was kind enough to open up about his relationship with his dad. In addition, he talks about how he and his son bond. Roy shares a lot of great insight into fatherhood. Next we talk about his new book, The Man of Many Fathers and how men in his life shaped who he is today. After that we talk about his fantastic career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Roy Wood Jr.

Roy Wood Jr. is a two-time Emmy-nominated writer and producer. The comedian, actor, and podcaster is primarily known for his stand-up comedy and work as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show and hosting CNN’s Have I Got News for You. Roy hosted the 2023 White House Correspondents’ dinner and this year’s 85th Peabody Awards. He has created original half-hour scripted projects at FOX, NBC, and Comedy Central. 

Roy is the former host of the award-winning Comedy Central podcast The Daily Show: Beyond the Scenes. He remains a regular guest star on various ESPN shows and the MLB Network. Roy lives in New York. Make sure you follow Roy on Instagram at @roywoodjr. Plus go to his site to learn more about his tour dates at roywoodjr.com. In addition make sure you pick up his book, The Man of Many Fathers wherever you purchase books.

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Walter Kidde was a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression. Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation. In addition, they are providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Isis Wu sits down with me to talk about her motherhood journey. She shares the values she looks to instill into her kids as they grow up. After that we talk about the work she does at Kidde. Isis shares a lot of information about fire and carbon monoxide, gives safety tips and shares what you can do to help stay safe when you are traveling. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Art of Fatherhood Quick Five. 

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Walter Kidde was a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression. Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation. In addition, they are providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Alan Barillaro sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids. We talk about certain things that his kids have taught him as they were growing up. Next we talk about his latest book, Bunns Rabbit. In addition, he shares his creative process and how much his family has been an influence in his career. After that he shares what it was like to win an Oscar for the animated short film Piper. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Alan Barillaro

Alan Barillaro is the Academy Award–winning writer and director of the animated short film Piper and has been supervising animator on many other popular theatrical releases, including The Incredibles, Incredibles 2, WALL-E, and Brave. In addition, he is the author and illustrator of Where the Water Takes Us and Bunns Rabbit. He has been honored with an ASIFA-Hollywood Award, an ICFF Award for Outstanding Career and was recognized by House Commons of Canada for his artistic and cultural contribution to the city of Niagara Falls, Ontario. 

Alan began his career in animation at sixteen years of age, graduated from Sheridan College in 1996, and spent twenty-five years at Pixar Animation Studios. He lives in California with his wife and three children. Make sure you follow Alan on Instagram at @alan.barillaro. Plus go to alanbarillaro.com to learn more about Alan and his work. In addition, pick up his latest book, Bunns Rabbit wherever you purchase books.

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Founded by Walter Kidde, a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression, Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation, providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Tony Reali stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. We have a heartwarming conversation on what he looks to teach his kids as they grow up. Tony and I talk about the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that I ask him about how he looks to spread positivity and care wherever he goes in life. He shares some fun and touching stories about Around The Horn and the meaningful relationships he created along the way. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Tony Reali

Tony Reali was born in New York City. He was raised in New Jersey and schooled in the Bronx. Tony, Samiya, Francesca, Enzo and Antonella live in Brooklyn, NY. Around the Horn broadcasted its series finale in May 2025. Reali triumphantly signed off after nearly 5,000 episodes. That number puts him ahead of The Oprah Winfrey Show, Late Night with David Letterman, and The Jerry Springer Show in longevity, top 10 all-time in the history of the medium. Make sure you follow Tony Reali on Instagram at @tonyreali. Plus go to his YouTube channel over youtube.com/@tonyreali. 

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Founded by Walter Kidde, a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression, Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation, providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Matt Heizman talks to me about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about the work he does at Kidde. Matt shares some insightful tips on fire and carbon monoxide safety. We talk about the evolution of fire safety over the years. Plus he shares why families need to create a plan in case of a fire. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Founded by Walter Kidde, a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression, Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation. In addition, they are providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Oliver Jeffers sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values that are important to him to instill into his kids. Plus, Oliver shares how much his father was to him and his own parenting style. After that we talk about his latest book, I'm Very Busy. He shares the inspiration for the story. Next we talk about his creative process and why he wants to promote positivity in his work. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Oliver Jeffers

Oliver Jeffers from his much-loved debut, How to Catch a Star he has gone on to create a collection of award-winning and bestselling picture books. They have been translated all over the globe. Some of them include the #1 New York Times bestseller and TIME Best Book of the Year Here We Are. as well as the companion What We’ll Build. He is also the illustrator of the smash hits The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home. Both written by Drew Daywalt. 

His fine art is world-renowned and his dip-art exhibitions are a much sought-after event. Oliver is from Belfast, Northern Ireland, and now he, his wife and young children split their time between Belfast and Brooklyn, NY. Make sure you follow Oliver on Instagram at @oliverjeffers. Plus go to oliverjeffers.com to learn more about Oliver and his work. In addition, pick up his latest book, I'm Very Busy wherever you purchase books.

Kidde Fire Safety Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor

Walter Kidde was a pioneer in early smoke detection and fire suppression. Kidde is a leading manufacturer of fire safety products. Each day, they work to expand upon their legacy of innovation. In addition they are providing advanced solutions to protect people and property from fire and related hazards. Kidde is a part of Kidde Global Solutions. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand (based on total household installations as of December 2023), Kidde provides you with the confidence to protect what matters most in your life. Kidde’s latest smoke and combination smoke + carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are bringing you the next level of fire and CO safety. For more information please go to their website over at kidde.com. 

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.