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The Dadsnet Show

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The Dadsnet Show is where everything happens. From celebrity interviews with the likes of Romesh Ranganathan, Bill Bailey and Russell Kane, to our bi-weekly live streams answering questions from the Dadsnet community. Subscribe and follow so you never miss a show, or head over to Dadsnet on facebook to see all the video content from this week's show!

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Episodes

  1. The Dadsnet Show: Conversations on Parenting and Beyond

    How do you get a proper rest as a dad, rebuild your wardrobe in your 40s, or find friends you can really count on? Al is back for a live Dad Chat Q&A, answering your questions with practical advice, honest conversation and a few laughs along the way. This episode covers: • Dad friendships,...

  2. The Dadsnet Show: Making Every Penny Count with Mumlifewithmercedes

    Al talks with Mercedes (Mumlifewithmercedes) about how she went from struggling to afford heating and borrowing money to feed her family to documenting her journey into better financial control. She explains starting with 30 days of tracking spending to find “money leaks,” then transforming...

  3. The Dadsnet Show: Wildlife Wonders & Parenthood with Steve Backshall

    Steve Backshall returns to the Dadsnet show to discuss his upcoming DeadlyLive arena tour launching in late October, featuring birds of prey, big cats, sharks and life-sized dinosaurs brought to life with stage science, circus skills, stunts, tech and interactive audience participation. He…

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  4. The Dadsnet Show: Joe Wicks on Ending Dinnertime Battles

    Joe Wicks returns to the show to chat with Al about the reality of feeding a busy household, navigating mealtime stress, and his journey now parenting four children. Joe explains his philosophy of cooking one single meal for the entire family, sharing practical advice on how to involve kids in…

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  5. The Dadsnet Show: Farming simulator romance (July 10th)

    The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at noon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

  6. The Dadsnet Show: Going to the office to feed the rats (7th July)

    The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at noon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

  7. The Dadsnet Show: Recognition for being a dad (21st April)

    Do you feel like you deserve more recognition for the stuff you do as a dad or do you think you shouldn't get recognition? . Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join...

  8. The Dadsnet Show: The socializing struggle (17th April)

    Do you feel like you have to make all the effort when inviting friends to go out and socialize, worried that they might not like you and you don't know what to do about it . Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed...

  9. The Dadsnet Show: House Mortgages (10th April)

    Do you fear house mortgages in the current state in the UK. Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and...

  10. The Dadsnet Show: The dreaded stair pile (27th March)

    Do you fear when your wife or partner tells you to take the pile of clothes upstairs? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general...

  11. The Dadsnet Show: Investing in your children's Future (24th March)

    Want to hear about how to invest in your children's future? (we are NOT professionals) Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general...

  12. The Dadsnet Show: School Bullies (20th March)

    How do you resolve issues with school bullies? want to see what pokemon packs our viewers won? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about...

  13. The Dadsnet Show: Making a career change (6th March)

    Should you strive to earn more, or is being happy and content enough? Watch to see what we say about this topic sent in from the Dadsnet community The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and...

  14. The Dadsnet Show: Prioritize wife or mum? (6th March)

    Who should you prioritize on mothers day, your kids mother (wife) or your own mum? Watch to see our one sided answer! The Dadsnet Show is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch…

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  15. Lunch Break: Technical issues (6th Feb.)

    Would you rather, pedo talk and technical problems = an interesting episode The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at…

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  16. Dr Alex George | Diving into ADHD

    Physician and former love island contestant Dr Alex George talks to Al about ADHD and his new memoir "Am I normal?" Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  17. Lunch Break: Orgy Of Clothes (27th Jan.)

    Do you do take an Orgy of clothes upstairs? maybe a throuple? or just a couple? The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at...

  18. Lunch Break: Celebrity Conspiracy (23rd Jan.)

    Do you believe in these crazy conspiracies? The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at noon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

  19. Lunch Break: The Crumpet Debate (20th Jan.)

    Should you put ham on your crumpets! The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at noon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

  20. Timmy Mallet | The Power of Benches

    Iconic kids' TV presenter talks to Al about the power of benches, conversation and his bum mould. Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/298654160327022⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more…

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  21. Lunch Break: Split Religion Families (13th Jan.)

    How do you handle different religions in the same family? The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday and Friday at noon…

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  22. Paul McKenna | From Entertainment to Therapy

    Hypnotist, Paul McKenna, talks to Al about hypnotherapy Vs stage hypnosis, and why he decided to use his powers to do good rather than entertain. Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  23. Lunch Break: A Guide To Hand Stuff (9th Dec.)

    Today's rants are about roast potatoes, pistachios, and Al's prowess with his hands. Enjoy! The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Watch Live every Tuesday…

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  24. Lunch Break: Check On Your Mates (5th Dec.)

    Don't forget to check in on your mates and other dads this holiday season - it can be a rough time for men's mental health, so check in and see how they are doing. The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about...

  25. Chanda Bell | Elf On The Shelf

    Chanda Bell, founder of Elf On The Shelf, joins Al to talk about the back story, tips for your elves this season, and The Rock! Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  26. Jim Chapman | Should kids become YouTubers?

    YouTuber, Jim Chapman, joins Al to talk about lovely parenting moments, the stress of being the family provider, and advice he would give his kids about becoming YouTubers. Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  27. Lunch Break: Drake is Talentless (25th Nov)

    Today, Jack and Al discuss why Bon Jovi is better than Drake, tell some dad jokes, and Jack comes up with a FANTASTIC life hack. The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and…

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  28. Lunch Break: Shaving the dangle bag (21st Nov)

    Today, Jack and Al discuss the best way to tackle the ballbag bush, their trip to Majorca, and the new Whatsapp Group for Dadsnet members. Join here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FFsnkSYnHDiHrHcfF2Fn3Z The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a new bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you...

  29. Harry Clark | An Uber Changed My Life

    Harry Clark from the Traitors talks to Dadsnet about the importance of planning and structure, his step into social media, his new book, and of course, the Traitors. Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  30. Lunch Break: Tin of Tuna, Tin of Soup, Slice of Bread (Nov 14th)

    Today, Jack and Al discuss how Yetis are like wives, what to do when you're in a lunch rut, and how to hide the most boring details of your life from all those people who don't care. The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a new bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast where you can join in and...

  31. Lunch Break: Beaver Caviar and British Prime Ministers (Nov 11th)

    The Dadsnet Lunch Break is a new bi-weekly live streamed episode of the Dadsnet Podcast wher eyou can join in and talk to the team about general parenting (and non-parenting) stuff. Today, Jack and Al discuss how I'm A Celeb is running out of body parts to eat, what to do in London with a 10 year...

  32. Anna Williamson | Schools Should Teach About Infertility

    Dating expert and TV presenter, Anna Williamson, talks to Dadsnet about declining birth rates, secondary infertility, and how the education system needs a shake up! Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  33. Rosie Jones | Class A Drugs & Bullying At School

    Comedian, Rosie Jones, speaks to Al about Class A drugs, encountering ablism, and about her experience of proudly not being bullied at school. Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  34. Shutters Up | Business and Fatherhood

    Ashley and Ross from Shutters Up talk to Al about owning and running a business while being husbands and fathers. It's a tricky path to navigate, but these guys are smashing it! Find Dadsnet on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Dadsnet community to have your say:...

  35. Steve Backshall | Kids Are Like Wild Animals

    Steve Backshall returns to the Dadsnet Podcast to share his latest parenting fails, how kids are just like wild animals, and to talk about his new tour - Deadly Live. Grab your tickets to see Deadly Live presented by Steve Backshall at DeadlyLiveTour.com Find Dadsnet on Facebook:...

  36. Jason Byrne | Teenagers Can Be Cruel!

    Comedian Jason Byrne talks about how his kids take the mick out of him, gives his advice for parenting (with help from his therapist) and about how wonderful it is when your boys turn into men and you can chat with them like adults. Jason's 'Head In The Clouds' show is on now until the end of...

  37. Sam Holland | Cooking for Uni Students

    Sam Holland joins Al to talk about his new book, Kitchen Kickstart, all about budget-friendly and quick-to-cook recipes that's perfect for new cooks and students. Pick up your copy here. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/cinZ1⁠⁠ Or head to...

  38. Russell Kane | Making time for date nights and the importance of sleep.

    Russell Kane is back again for a chinwag with Al. He chats about his latest tour. Offers up some advice on making time for your relationship whilst parenting and talks about the importance of sleep, that thing we all want more of. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more:...

  39. Alex Horne | The 6 second rule for creating the best memories with your kids

    Al catches up with comedian and creator of Taskmaster, Alex Horne. Alex shares some stories about taking Taskmaster into schools, the ups and downs of writing a children's book, and he has a brilliant rule that is great advice for creating memories of the kids growing up. Check out Dadsnet on...

  40. Chesney Hawkes | Working with your kids and the importance of sharing emotion with them

    Al has a natter with the "one and only" Chesney Hawkes as he pops in while on tour across the UK. Chesney talks about the pros and cons of working with your kid, as his eldest son is now one of his guitarists. He talks about being away for work at important milestones and the importance of…

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  41. Steve Backshall- Getting outdoors with your kids & whats more scary than feeding lions?

    Al catches up with wildlife legend Steve Backshall ahead of his new TV series and arena tour. Steve talks about scary moments with animals, adventures with his kids and how to help them explore their passion for nature. We also find out how he fits in being a dad whilst travelling the world to...

  42. Chris McCausland | Parenting Blind (Literally)

    Comedian Chris McCausland joins Al in the studio to talk about what parenting is like when you're doing it (literally) blind, and about how risky he found Strictly! Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook:...

  43. Chris Robshaw | Men Should Cry

    Former England Rugby captain, Chris Robshaw, speaks to Al at Dadsnet about how important it is for men to explore and express their emotions, injuries, parenthood, and loads more. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook:...

  44. Jeremy Vine | Relationships with your Dad vs Being a Dad

    JK speaks to Radio legend Jeremy Vine about the different stages of being a parent, relationships with your dad and his new book. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet Join the Dadsnet...

  45. Nicola Buck | Castrol Mission spokesperson - Astro Ants to the moon

    Al speaks to Nicola from Castrol and Lunar Outpost about her latest space project sending astro ants to the south pole of the moon. They discuss the possibility of living in space in the future, how to prepare your children for jobs in the astro field that may not exist yet and why gaming could…

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  46. Konnie Huq | Inspiring kids to be Scientists instead of YouTubers

    Al speaks to Konnie Huq about the National Innovations Challenge. How can we get more kids into STEM jobs and whos job is it to inspire kids these days?  Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook:...

  47. Gavin Rossdale | The Coolest Dad to Have?

    Does it get any cooler than having a rock star as a dad? Bush lead singer, Gavin Rossdale, talks to Al about his new cooking show, and whether his kids really think he's that cool? Watch Gavin's new cooking show this February, Dinner with Gavin Rossdale. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews,...

  48. Francesca Amber | Law of Attraction Changed My Life

    Al chat's to Francesca Amber, host of the UK's No.1 Self Improvement Podcast, Law of Attraction Changed My Life. Can she convince him? Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDadsnet Join the…

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  49. Top 5 | Worst Food Combos

    This is a controversial one. Pizza and pineapple? Peanut butter and marmite? Get involved in the conversation! This episode is powered by Gtech. Find the best deals on Gtech technology here: https://www.gtech.co.uk/ Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more:...

  50. Gareth Gates | "My time at school was horrendous"

    Pop Idol, Gareth Gates, joins Al to talk about the mayhem of his early stardom, having a kid, and how his speech has effected him at every step of his life. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: https://shorturl.at/cinZ1 Or head to Facebook:...

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The Dadsnet Show is where everything happens.

From celebrity interviews with the likes of Romesh Ranganathan, Bill Bailey and Russell Kane, to our bi-weekly live streams answering questions from the Dadsnet community.

Subscribe and follow so you never miss a show, or head over to Dadsnet on facebook to see all the video content from this week's show!

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