Parenting with Humor: Dad Turns Teen Texts into a Second Act

Parenting can be a serious job, but adding humor can make a difference in so many ways. This week’s guest is Chip Leighton, known online as the dad who shares texts from his teenagers. Leighton has built a following of more than a million people online who resonate with his deadpan humor and relatable anecdotes. In this podcast episode, Leighton dives into how he became somewhat of an accidental social media star, starting with simply posting the “special” text exchanges he had with his teens. Over time, his platform grew as other parents began sharing their own exchanges, creating a collective laugh-out-loud experience. Leighton’s humor isn’t just about laughs; it’s about connection and finding joy in the chaos of parenting. His story of reinvention—culminating in the release of his New York Times bestseller What Time Is Noon—offers an inspiring takeaway: the importance of keeping a sense of humor and staying open to new opportunities at any stage of life. Follow Chip: TikTok Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices