Two Dads in Tech

Episode 28: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go off on the current state of AI and the annoying trend of fake content. They share hilarious (and painful) stories of ChatGPT hallucinations, the dangers of outsourcing content creation, and why you need to be your own source of truth. From OpenAI's growing reach to the wild world of AI-generated demos, it's a tech-heavy episode with just enough dad jokes to keep you grounded.

— Show Notes: (0:00) "Dude, Chet" and existential AI fatigue (2:00) Shoutout to Travis + HubSpot’s OpenAI partnership (4:00) ChatGPT hallucinated the entire episode (6:30) When AI scripts your podcast with fake topics (8:15) The demo video debacle (10:00) Can you trust what you didn’t verify? (13:00) “It’s happening more now” — on the rise of AI laziness (16:30) Why being the source matters in content creation (19:00) Everyone is repackaging…everything (22:45) Should you even outsource demo content? (26:10) AI outputs vs actual insight (30:00) “Make sure you watched the damn thing” (32:40) Is AI too confident for its own good? (36:00) The dad truth: trust but verify — always

— Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Episode 27: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) are back from a wild lake trip — 4 families, 7 kids, and a whole lot of chaos. They get real about co-parenting dynamics, underwater earbuds, and the mental load moms often carry. This one’s a vulnerable, reflective take on modern fatherhood: the guilt, the growth, and the grind of trying to be present while still needing space.

— Show Notes: (0:00) Lake trip recap: 4 families, 1 mic, and a ton of coffee (3:10) Trading roles with your spouse: easier said than done (6:00) Daniel’s take on “doing nothing” and why it’s never nothing (8:30) Underwater music and pool workouts — dad recovery mode (11:45) The guilt of checking out vs. the need to recharge (14:15) The invisible load: why appreciation matters (17:40) Raising toddlers and navigating triggers (21:00) Learning to out-serve your spouse (and failing often) (24:15) Being more present and letting go of control (27:00) Reflections on family, empathy, and growth

— Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Episode 26: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) unpack the concept of "alpha dads," react to that viral “I would never let a man take care of me” post, and dive into the difference between being masculine vs emotionally present. One of the most honest convos yet.

—Show Notes:(0:00:00) Daniel’s recovery mode + Troy’s new socks(0:02:31) What is an “alpha dad” anyway?(0:06:13) Gym culture, dad life, and being present(0:10:30) That viral “I’d never let a man take care of me” post(0:15:47) What actually makes a man masculine?(0:20:58) Teaching boys strength and vulnerability(0:24:22) Masculine roles, modern parenting, and sacrifice(0:27:36) “Stop doing chores — lead the family”(0:31:19) Dating, providing, and the emotional burden of men(0:35:01) Should men ask for help more?(0:39:20) Raising emotionally intelligent kids(0:42:18) Are we all just winging it?

—Links:• Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/• Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/• Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/• Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/• Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP• Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964• Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Episode 25: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) dive into screen addiction, parenting guilt, and creating the Two Dads in Tech 7-Day Digital Disconnect Challenge. They also get real about viral content, sharing kids online, and the pros and cons of working from home as a parent.

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Show Notes: (0:00) Should Troy go bald? (3:00) Another week, another kid throwing up (7:00) What is “phubbing” and are we all doing it? (14:00) Launching the 7-Day Digital Disconnect Challenge (18:00) Why we’re turning this into a newsletter lead magnet (25:00) Are you parenting… or just posting about it? (31:00) When sharing your kids online becomes too much (38:00) Accidents, regressions, and potty training pressure (44:00) Viral posts, content guilt, and backlash as a parent creator (49:00) Is it time to get an office outside the house?

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Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Episode 24: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go deep on how to break into tech sales, how to start your own product, and why building with AI is the cheat code of 2025. If you're stuck in your job or waiting to start something, this one's for you.

Show Notes: (0:00) AI jobs in 2025 and fake sources (3:00) The truth behind “AI consultants” (7:00) What it actually means to be AI native (14:00) Want to start something? Start here (16:00) How to find your first idea on Reddit (20:00) 11 steps to break into tech sales (29:00) How to get noticed and hired fast (34:00) Building real freedom with side income (43:00) Troy's story: From sales rep to Dimmo founder (54:00) Risky moves vs the right time to jump

Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) get deep on parenthood prep, marriage maintenance, parenting guilt, relationship regrets, and the grind vs balance debate. One of the most honest episodes yet.

Show Notes: (0:00) How do you actually prepare to be a parent? (4:30) The CPR class story and choking scare (9:00) Wipe warmers, sleep training, and parent gear that actually matters (14:00) Overcommunicating with your partner (18:00) When your marriage becomes a roommate situation (21:00) Never stop dating your best friend (27:00) Parenting guilt, shame, and learning on the fly (33:00) When should you really start preparing for kids? (39:00) Work-life balance is earned, not given (45:00) Ending with a post worth reading twice

 Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go full dad mode. From steroid shots and ChatGPT addiction to broken dog toes, budget EV trucks, and gorilla vs grizzly debates.. this one covers it all.

Show Notes: (0:00) Birthday episodes and Daniel’s neck pain saga (4:00) From running addiction to swimming obsession (8:00) ChatGPT vs Google: when to use each (15:00) AI girlfriends, regulation, and future parenting fears (21:00) Idiocracy, moon conspiracies, and Mars missions (28:00) Would you rather: sales edition (32:00) How much money feels like “a lot”? (34:00) Dog vet bills and poop toy horror stories (38:00) Zoo trips, toddler obsessions, and tiger flexes (41:00) Slate trucks: overhyped or genius?

 Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) reflect on startup growth, golf simulators, raising mini athletes, MVPs, newsletter empires, and what it means to let go of your role as your company scales. It’s a full founder therapy session.

Show Notes: (0:00) We hit 21 episodes (and birthdays never end) (2:00) Troy’s golf simulator and raising a 3-year-old golf prodigy (6:00) Tiger Woods facts + how kids get great early (8:30) Should you tell people your startup idea anymore? (10:00) How beehiiv grew with early feedback loops (14:30) Why engineers should run early user interviews (21:00) Newsletter strategy secrets and the iceberg analogy (25:00) What scaling from 10 to 100 employees at beehiiv really looks like (34:00) Letting go of ownership as the company grows (36:00) A typical day in the life (and what got replaced by swimming)

Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Episode 20: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) celebrate hitting 20 episodes and dive into money, happiness, content creator cringe, AI ethics, parenting, and ice cream hot takes. No guests. Just the dads.

— Show Notes: (0:00) Why Troy wears a Ford hat (1:00) Reflecting on Tyler Denk and Sam Parr episodes (3:00) Behind the scenes: how we actually run interviews (9:00) TikTok fans, twin dads, and DMs from strangers (12:00) LinkedIn persona vs real life identity (17:00) Does money make you happier? (24:00) Creative date nights on a budget (27:00) Ice cream wars: peanut butter vs mint chocolate chip (33:00) Product vs distribution in AI startups (37:00) Jay Clouse’s rules for using AI as a creator

— Links: • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) sit down with Sam Parr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/parrsam/) — founder of The Hustle, host of My First Million and Money Wise, co-founder of Hampton, and proud dad of two. They talk about fatherhood, sobriety, business regrets, and how much money it takes to feel truly free.

— Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome Sam Parr (and an awkward intro) (2:00) Skating on cobblestone & staying present at home (5:45) Climbing up the ladder, then trying to climb back down (10:00) Sam’s 14-year sobriety story (17:30) Making jokes online without starting a culture war (22:00) Thoughts on fatherhood, masculinity & protecting your kids (26:00) Why Sam hates guesting on podcasts (except this one) (29:00) Investing in a beehiiv competitor (oops) (35:00) Sam’s magic number for financial freedom (44:00) Grit vs. scale: early founder lessons (47:00) Skateboarding forever & making your younger self proud

— Links: • Sam Parr's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/parrsam/ • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/ • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/ • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com/ • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com/ • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai/

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