Dad Blast: Is it 2004 or 2026? Pokemon, War, and ADHD Habits You Didnt Know You Had

Does 2026 feel a little too much like 2004? Between the recent news regarding the conflict with Iran and the massive announcement of a new mainline Pokémon game, it feels like we’ve stepped into a time machine. In this episode of The Dad Voice, we’re breaking down the nostalgia of growing up with Pokémon during wartime and how history seems to be repeating itself for a new generation of parents. But it’s not all nostalgia. We’re also diving deep into "Dad Habits"—those little things you do every day that might actually be undiagnosed ADHD. From hyper-fixating on gaming news to the way we handle global stress, we’re sharing our personal symptoms to help you figure out if your "quirks" are actually your ADHD brain at work. In this episode: The new Pokémon mainline game announcement. Navigating the Iran conflict news as a parent. 2004 vs. 2026: Why the world feels familiar. Signs of ADHD in Dads: Are these habits symptoms? If you’re a neurodivergent dad who: Overthinks everything Wants to parent differently than you were raised Struggles with overstimulation Is trying to grow without losing your sense of humor You’re not alone here. We believe fatherhood should be intentional, masculinity should evolve, and dads deserve real conversations about mental health. New episodes every week. Follow the show and share it with another ADHD dad who needs to hear it. Are you an ADHD dad? What should we spiral about next? Want some Dadvice? email us at [email protected], use subject line 'Dadvice' and you can request to remain anonymous if you want.