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First Generation Dad
by Tony Gladstone
Parenting, relationships, mental health, and everything else through the eyes of a First Generation Dad
Episodes
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Bonus Birthday Celebration
Seven Provides an update on the break and discusses what this bonus birthday means to him!
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I Write Podcasts Not Tragedies
Seven discusses the tragic events at the KC Chiefs Super Bowl parade, Super Bowl parties, and Valentines Day.
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Challenge Yourself
In this episode, Seven discusses challenging yourself in personal growth and taking your own path for sustained success.
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Advocating for Yourself
Seven discusses the importance of advocating for yourself and how it relates to self-compassion. **Not and ad** you can support our friends at Gunslinger Soap at www.gunslingersoap.com if you're interested. We will do some giveaways once we reach 1k supporters on the Facebook page!
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Opening Up About the Struggle
In this weeks episode Seven discusses the importance of talking to our partners about our mental health struggles and how we can improve communication in our relationships by doing this. *not an ad* Don't forget to check out the Mindful Self-Compassion workbook on Amazon HERE:...
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A Meme and a Letter
Seven discusses a meme he saw about past mistakes and reads a letter he wrote to his past self that the meme inspired. Please check your home for onion cutting ninjas before during and after this episode.
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Randomness and Kisses
Seven shares some random (allegedly funny) thoughts in the first episode of the new year along with discussing an article discussing a push in Australia on body autonomy that is teaching kids its okay to reject affection from adult family members.
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Finding Your Community
In this episode, Seven discusses the importance of stepping out and finding YOUR community within your community.
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Talking To Your Teens About Dating
Seven discusses the conversations we should be having with our kids about dating and why its so important. During the show Seven read a Piece by Cody Bret. You can see the original post on Facebook HERE:...
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Navigating the Holidays
Seven talks the recent break, how to navigate the holidays with your mental health needs, and the reunion of Pillar! Notes: Check out more info on 988 here: https://988lifeline.org/ Pillar Merch and reunion show dates: https://pillarmusic.com/
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Hate
Seven talks hate and why we have to work to rid it from our lives Shout out to the Morning Jive Podcast- Check them out at the website below and give them a follow on Twitter @Jiveshow https://www.emodojo.com/
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Tantrums and First Dates
Seven discusses two viral posts and the reality behind them
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1 Percent better
Seven discusses his philosophy around the goal of being 1% better every day and the return of the show for this season.
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Season 3 Wrap Up
A short parting message from Seven and an invite to share your stories and songs for your 30 Reasons to Live with us at facebook.com/FirstGenerationDad
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Inside Out
Day 30- Inside out Seven discusses how the movie Inside Out affected him and the importance of exploring things that teach you more about yourself.
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Concerts
Episode 29- Concerts Seven discusses life lessons from his time as a stagehand and going to concerts after leaving the field.
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Rock Bottom
Episode 28- Rock Bottom Seven talks about how hitting rock bottom changed his perspective.
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Biscuits and Gravy
Episode 27- Biscuits and Gravy Seven talks about how his grandma's signature dish taught him a lesson
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What Ifs
Episode 26- What Ifs Seven discusses how exploring the What Ifs of life can help and hurt your mental health.
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Pedicures
Episode 25- Pedicures Seven talks about how his first pedicure taught him something he needed to work on but showed him he could take care of himself without bad things happening.
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Research
Episode 24- Research Seven discusses how researching his mental health conditions gave him confidence he wasn't alone to help him grow and focus on getting better
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Arizona Sunsets
Episode 23- Sunsets Seven discusses how the beauty of Arizona Sunsets remind him of the tides of mental health and how to manage the darkness
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Big Wins
Episode 22- Big Wins Seven discusses how a Big Win for the Phoenix Suns reminded him of a reason he is glad he's here today.
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Self-Awareness
Episode 21- Self-Awareness Seven talks about how he has learned to use his "hyper self-awareness" for good and a learning experience.
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Unexpected Reachrge
Episode 20- Unexpected Recharge Seven talks about experiencing an unexpected recharge when he pushed through anxiety and depression and felt recharged as a result.
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Stand Up Comedy
Episode 19- Stand Up Comedy Seven talks about how doing stand up has helped him progress with his mental health and what it has taught him.
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Stories
Episode 18- Stories Seven discusses how stories can be a nice escape as well as the importance of remembering to write your own.
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Karaoke
Episode 17- Karaoke Seven discusses how singing karaoke helped him grow and feel more comfortable on stage as a comic and as a podcaster
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Bang Bang You're Dead
Episode 16- Bang Bang You're Dead Seven talks about the movie staring Tom Cavanaugh and Ben Foster and how it impacted him during his recovery. You can watch the movie Seven discusses on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSZYfYyBzgs&t=83s&ab_channel=DeathM10
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Friends
Episode 5- Friends Seven talks about how his friends have helped him on his journey after his suicidal episode with acceptance and accountability.
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My Dogs
Episode 8- My Dogs In this episode Seven explains why his dogs past and present are a reason he's glad he is here today.
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The RipCord
Episode 11- The RipCord Seven discusses his experience on the ride The RipCord at World's of Fun in Kansas City
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Perks of Being a Wallflower
Episode 10- Perks of Being a Wallflower Seven discusses the impact of the movie Perks of Being a Wallflower and how it felt to see his trauma represented on the screen.
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My Arrowhead Necklace
Episode 12- My Arrowhead Necklace Seven discusses a necklace he has and the memories it represents.
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Intro- Season 3- 30 Reasons to Live
Seven introduces Season 3 of First Generation Dad titled 30 Reasons to Live. In each episode he will discuss 1 reason he's glad he didn't commit suicide during a mental break at age 16 in 2004 and one song that lifts his spirits when he is struggling mentally. For the best experience with this...
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Music
Episode 6- Music Seven discusses how music has helped him when his mental health was struggling as well as how it taught him to be appreciative of when you live your dreams, even when its not exactly how you imagined
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I Was Wrong
Episode 4- I Was Wrong In this Episode, Seven discusses why he's thankful he was wrong about all of the things he felt were reasons to end his life and how that keeps him going.
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Shade
Episode 15- Shade Seven discusses why he's grateful for shade both in the physical sense, and how it relates to mental health and self-care.
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Baseball
Episode 7- Baseball Seven discusses the lessons baseball has taught him and why he's thankful he's alive to have learned them.
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My White Chicken Chili Recipe
Episode 14- My White Chicken Chili Recipe Seven discusses what developing his recipe for White Chicken Chili has taught him about life outside the kitchen.
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Seasons
Episode 13- Seasons Seven discusses how the lesson of the seasons is something that helps him through the hardest parts of fighting to not get back to that dark point.
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Patrick Mahomes Funko
Episode 9- Patrick Mahomes Funko In this episode Seven discusses how the gift of a Patrick Mahomes Funko-Pop impacted him and helped him grow
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My Mom
Episode 3- My Mom This episode features Seven talking about the importance of his Mom in his life and why she is a reason he's thankful he didn't end his life.
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My Son
Episode 2- My Son In this episode, Seven discusses how his son has been a motivating factor to be better and the gratification of seeing him grow and learn.
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Myself
Episode 1- Myself- In this episode Seven explores why he's thankful for himself that he didn't end his life in a suicidal episode in June of 2004. The song with the original post was Standing Outside the Fire BY Garth Brooks but that is not available on Spotify so a different song was included as...
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Season 2 season Finale
As Tony and Will wrap up season 2, enjoy dad jokes, parenting tips, and more!
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Relationships and Dad Jokes
As we wrap up season 2, we talk some of the most commonly searched relationship questions and lots and lots of dad jokes. Join Tony, Will, and K as we celebrate another year and lots of laughs!
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Free stuff, including wisdom
Tony and Will talk inspirational quotes, some free swag, games you can play with your kids, and the best dad jokes around.
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Soap and Music
Tony and Will are joined by special guest Sean Selecman of Gunslinger Soap. The guys talk about Sean's amazing company, his music, the importance of getting kids playing music, and keeping them engaged and curious.
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Child Literacy and Life lessons
Tony and Will discuss the importance of reading to your kids and keeping them reading. Tony also tells a story about the book "if you give a mouse a cookie" Join us and remember to like our Facebook page, we'd love to hear from you!
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Parenting, relationships, mental health, and everything else through the eyes of a First Generation Dad
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First Generation Dad is created and hosted by Tony Gladstone.
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