You’ve heard of the movies that made us...but what about the dads?

This week on The Dads of Main Street, we’re talking about the Disney dads from movies and shows that shaped us. From the heroes who set the gold standard for fatherhood to the ones who totally dropped the ball, we’re ranking, debating, and laughing our way through some of the most formative father figures in Disney history.

We’re pulling from everything... DCOMs, sitcoms, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, animated classics, you name it. And we’ll talk about how these characters hit differently depending on when you watched them.

Because for some, Toy Story is just a fun movie. But if you grew up with Andy and aged right alongside him… Toy Story 3 hits in a completely different way.

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In this episode of The Dads of Main Street, we’re joined by a very special guest — Miguel, a Disney Cast Member and dedicated dad to a neurodivergent child.

We dive into what it’s really like to experience the Disney parks through a neurodivergent lens. From sensory challenges and overstimulation to the pressure of public parenting and the unique ways magic shows up when you're paying attention — this episode is about inclusion, understanding, and real-life fatherhood.

Miguel shares personal stories, park-day strategies, and important insight into how Disney is working toward a more inclusive experience for all guests. He also offers advice for dads navigating similar journeys and opens up about the realities of parenting with compassion and patience in an often overwhelming environment.

Whether you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child, a Disney parks fan, or just looking for a meaningful and honest conversation about showing up for your kids — this episode is for you.

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Today’s episode is gonna be HOT.

We’re talking all about staying cool in the parks… and we don’t just mean sunscreen, shade breaks, or Dole Whips (though yes, those help).

We’re talking about keeping your cool as a dad — when the magic starts to unravel, the kids are melting down, the crowds are overwhelming, and you’re seconds away from becoming that guy.

In this episode, we’re sharing honest stories, strategies we’ve learned (usually the hard way), and our own dad goals for showing up calm, collected, and present — even when the day doesn't go as planned.

Because magic isn’t about perfection. It’s about staying grounded when the pressure’s on.

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June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and in this episode, we’re talking openly and honestly about what that really means for us as dads, partners, and men navigating the pressures of fatherhood.

We’re diving into the silent expectations so many men carry — the pressure to be the rock, the provider, the one who holds it all together — and what happens when that weight gets too heavy.

From park days that don’t go as planned to learning how to actually talk about our feelings, we’re sharing our stories in hopes of helping other dads feel seen, supported, and a little less alone.

👇 Helpful Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out:

📞 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988

📱 Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741

🌐 NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness

🌐 BetterHelp – Online Therapy

🌐 Mental Health America

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There’s a weird stigma around grown men who love Disney parks — and we’re here to talk about it. In our very first episode, the dads get real about what it’s like to embrace joy, nostalgia, and park fandom in a world that sometimes doesn’t understand it.

We unpack where the shame comes from, how we’ve learned to push back against outdated ideas of masculinity, and why the parks mean so much to us as fathers, fans, and full-grown men with feelings.

Spoiler alert: it’s okay to love magic, and it’s more than okay to talk about it.

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The Dads of Main Street is a podcast about fatherhood, theme park fandom, and everything in between. Hosted by four dads — Sean, Marcus, Josh, and Austin — we explore what it means to be a present parent, an emotional human, and a full-grown adult who still gets teary-eyed during fireworks.

Each week, we dive into real conversations about masculinity, mental health, parenting wins (and fails), and, of course, the parks we love. From Haunted Mansion deep-dives to churro debates to heartfelt reflections on raising good humans, this show brings a little magic, a lot of laughs, and zero judgment.

Whether you’re a Disney dad, a theme park fan, or just a parent trying to do your best — welcome to the club.

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