Dad La Soul Sessions Extra Time

Dan and Jim talk about tribute acts, whether you're ever too old for fashion, how Jim got stuck on top of a mountain and how not to administer first aid. Plus, hear from Gareth Wall, an author who supports dads in his day job, on how to navigate parenting.

Dan and Jim return this week, talking about Valentine's Day in a long-term relationships, disasters from previous years, the dark side of icons, amazing gigs, cinema-based arguments, embracing the power of the word 'yes' and MORE!

Dan and Jim discuss the #GiveMe5Dad campaign, going all Bob Geldof on you. Jim's been to the cinema for the first time in ages and Dan warns of the unexpected events that happen when you wear DLS merch. Donate to our Crowdfunder: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/dad-la-soul---giveme5dad

Jim is sailing the ship alone this week as Dan couldn't make it, so he brings in some special guests to cover. Kristian Coburn talks about Unmasking Masculinity, Paul Williams chats all things Movember and Thomas Westenholz offers expert relationship communication advice. Plus find out how Jim went locally viral and how he keeps his kids distracted on car journeys.

On today's episode: We talk blagging backstage at Paul Weller gigs, the stress of car shopping and whether musicians like #ChappellRoan owe their fans anything Plus, we dive deep into conker cheating strategies—yes, there’s a way—and ask why everyone doesn’t have a live band for house chores. We also share laughs over roller derby pun names, tackling screen time battles with teens. discuss the challenge of growing potatoes and tomatoes together (tomatoes, anyone?), and have to watch an episode of Married at First Sight. And if that’s not enough, there’s a heartwarming story about a group of men who’ve met every Thursday night for 56 years. Couple therapist @ThomasWestenholz joins us to help break the cycle of those “same old” arguments with your partner (#MarriageTherapy). On the music front, we’ve got James Brown’s “The Boss”, Chappell Roan’s “Hot To Go”, and Big Daddy Kane’s Tiny Desk Concert to keep things funky. Hit play, subscribe, and share the dad wisdom!

Dan and Jim talk about pointless TV remakes, how to talk to homeless people with respect and why Missy Elliott makes everything better. There is discussion of Jim's hamstring injury, visiting high schools with your kids, dodgy doctors, people talking in the cinema and a whole lot more.

The video version of the latest podcast. Dan and Jim talk about the sheer terror of asking a girl out back in the day, the amazing TV show inspired by a trip to Sainsburys, the TikTok hack that actually works, what men need to know about menopause (it's more than you think) and how Magic Dave got his nickname. Eek. Plus funky tunes.

Dan and Jim talk about the sheer terror of asking a girl out back in the day, the amazing TV show inspired by a trip to Sainsburys, the TikTok hack that actually works, what men need to know about menopause (it's more than you think) and how Magic Dave got his nickname. Eek. Plus funky tunes.

Dan and Jim draw the winners of the DLS raffle and discuss the pole vaulter with the unfortunate disadvantage, summer holiday logistics and the role of grandparents, middle aged Olympians, BMX enthusiasm, the recent riots and how to talk to your kids about them, primary school bangers and unethical science lessons.

Dan and Jim talk about the weekend of wholesome family entertainment they both enjoyed, with only Dan's ripped shorts risking ruining the vibe. Plus, the dangers of DT at school, kids and the AI uberlords, finding yourself in your 40s, good customer service and Jimmy Hill's legacy. Buy Dad La Soul raffle tickets for amazing prizes and to support dads who need it: https://app.galabid.com/dadlasoul/items/fb9e74d4-7b6e-4a7b-99a1-9966f91a8f34

Dan and Jim discuss avoiding decorating and hard work in general, wearing dungarees as an adult, being fit into your 70s and 80s, naked rambling, how to complain to the CEO and win, the perils of camping, Renato's son's Italian restaurant and Paul Heaton's amazing collection.

Our friend, psychotherapist Noel McDermott joins us for a chat. Some of it insightful and interesting, some of it making fun of Dan and Jim. Win/win. The three talk about dark songs for kids, why sports day lasts so long, parents evening speed dating, using humour to talk about mental health, David Bowie's parenting style, the resurgence of the egg and spoon race, parents' race injuries and more! Find out more about Noel's work: https://www.mentalhealthworks.net/

Dan and Jim return for Father's Day week with chats about doing your partner's job, sleeping in the same bed as your kids, DIY nose clearing techniques on TikTok, glamping, driving for 7 hours with kids, the majesty of Race Across The World, getting scammed, offending your heroes and jangly indie. Get Dad La Blen Coffee: https://edgcumbes.co.uk/products/dad-la-blend-fathers-day-roast Get DLS Merch: https://shop.dadlasoul.com/

This week, Dan and Jim discuss why every other week is a school holiday, how not to announce an election, what it means to be a dad, son, employee, employer, partner and other roles, games to play in the car, watching a 75-year-old rock legend play for three hours in the rain, the rules of "no returns", Irish kids raving, smuggling orange squash, photosynthesis and more!

Dan and Jim talk big chat, why anyone felt the need to look up the real Martha from Baby Reindeer, the disgusting ways people dry their hands, how dull Sundays used to be (unless you were learning to drive and needed a free supermarket carpark), Highway to Heaven vs. Hart to Hart, eating as a nudist, old school toilet paper, kids watching other kids playing games on YouTube and a whole lot more.

Dan and Jim talk about Jim's storm-avoiding trip to Abu Dhabi and how his kids were both ill whilst he was away - not helping his dad guilt. They also discuss carrying your teenage nickname into your 50s, directory enquiries, what it means to be a man, TV recommendations including "This Town", talking toxic masculinity with pre-teens, going raving during the day and still needing a nana-nap, and a whole lot more.

Kristian Coburn is standing in for Dan this week. Kristian is a Dad La Soulie of many years, so he knows the score! He and Jim chat about the moment your kids start to be embarrassed by you, timing children to race to the shops, meeting new friends, Kristian's role at DLS for Mind West Sussex, whose side you were on in Britpop, meeting your heroes, playing in a pub with Damon Albarn, why it didn't happen if Strava didn't record it and the intricate tactics for bossing Channel 4's Hunted. Plus loads more.

Dan and Jim talk kids acting differently at school, not being a millionaire, renting a hotel room for the day, talking to friends from 40 years ago, encouraging children drumming, using a headset in a coffee shop, watching indie stars in a school play, being the friend that doesn't make the effort and much more!

Dan and Jim discuss the Willy Wonka experience in Glasgow, being eaten by robots, Dad La Soul being filmed for Morning Live and recorded for Radio 1, Snapchat parties that get out of hand and their 80s/90s equivalent, Dan's cunning trick to get into gatherings, the beauty of not feeling the need to fill ALL of your time, making time for life laundry, going to Shakespeare but being careful what you say and remembering gigs you forgot you went to, even though they featured a whole load of major artists.

Dan and Jim discuss doing nothing, being bored, saying 'thank you' rather than 'sorry', inbox dread, fake swearing, why dads feel guilty for wanting some me time, being the youngest person at a Northern Soul night, sibling battles and more.

Dan and Jim talk rip off Berocca, a downbeat Back to the Future fact, double denim, doing things that scare you, feeling mortal, primary school kids rocking out, Bowie or Bowie, being New York radio stars and make sure you listen out for the best off-the-cuff joke you'll hear on this podcast.

Dan and Jim discuss competitive parents, the perils of pool parties, Gladiator injuries, if teenagers are actually okay, fitness goals, if chess was like darts, the disappearance of Swingball and MORE! Tunes from Bentley Rhythm Ace and a mash up from Nirvana and Rick Astley you won't want to miss.

Dan and Jim went live at lunchtime to record this podcast, live streaming the usual recording session so that the world could watch two middle aged me talk about never meeting, scalding yourself on a hot water bottle, ruined New Year breaks that were much less romantic because of a stomach bug, how to deal with ungrateful gift receivers, when your son hosts his own meet and greet, the easy way to raise a sporting icon and more. Music from Jens Lekman and a Grease/Snoop/Dre mashup you didn't know you needed in your life but which won't leave your head for DAYS.

In this week's show, Dan and Jim discuss: When Nativity plays go wrong, being a good samaritan, adult falls and unsympathetic family members: Tech Gremlins, Hi-De-Hi campers, Scarfaces and scarred bums. Going out three nights in a row and getting deep and meaningful with Alistair McGowan, Magnum P.I, Karren Brady and James Brown. Music by The Get It Together DJ crew and The Croupiers

This week, Dan and Jim talk Christmas adverts, prop-buying for the telly and being propositioned by Michael Buble in the shower, There's hands-on practical advice on: How to channel your inner Suella Braverman when negotiating parents' evenings and 10-year-old girls' sleepovers. How to uncover gaping plot holes in the Postman Pat and The Karate Kid film How to avoid going to the gym and eating cake instead And how to turn down a generous offer to work for 1p. All this and" Kick-ass DJ mixes alongside zeitgeist- levels of references to The Argos catalogue, Byker Grove and The Fonz. It's another beautiful episode of The Dad La Soul Extra Time Show.

Dan and Jim swap tales of Blackpool, whilst Jim explains why his dad's view of Belgium is tainted. They discuss missing gigs with Covid, seasonal affective disorder, Dad La Soulies on kids TV and whether or not you should do the school run in a wet suit. You also need to hear the tale of Dan invading an art legend's dressing room. Find out who they helped get to number one, why Jim is the Suge Knight of Ilkley and why 80s films aren't quite how we remember them. Five Minutes of Funk mix by the Get it Together DJs

Dan and Jim come up with a new political slogan that may or may not need some work, whilst chatting about what high school was like back in the day, the cost of school today, bunsen burner tricks, why Timmy Mallett is just like Ray Winstone, what a posh pit is, why you can't cancel Les Dennis, who would be in the UK Expendables and what life was like for Grange Hill Baddies. Five Minutes of Funk mix by the Get it Together DJs.

Dan and Jim talk initiations for the parents of child footballers, when you become 'one of those people', the delights of Budapest, whether kids want to be social media stars, the 'truth' behind Jimmy Nail's name, the struggles of watching TV and listening to the radio in the 1980s, parents dating and flirting and knowing other parents' names (or not). In addition, Jim has a new toy to show off, Dan learns the perils of leaving too long a gap and they both discuss the time they really angered a brand who were trying to plug their product. Irreverent chat topics to take to the pub with you, funky tunes and the wins and challenges of the week. Five Minutes of Funk mix by the Vinyl Vandals. Check out Deco at https://www.youtube.com/@decobanduk/videos Learn more about Dad La Soul at https://www.dadlasoul.com

Dan and Jim delve into a heady array of topics this week, including the pros and cons of Disney and whether Jim actually made it to Disneyland after passportgate. Also, angry French police officers, binging The Bill and being concerned about the attitudes, games you play in the car, kissing in a monastery, The Sound of Freedom, kids football, booking holidays on a whim, The Furys and watching your child being punched in the face. Five Minutes of Funk mix by DJ Random.

An update on Missing Passportgate. With important advice ahead of ANY family holiday. Plus, judging the new Home Alone film without watching it, the post-holiday blues, becoming a great-something, trying new things, getting lost in Paris on rollerskates, losing your cool...also on skates, procrastinating and accountability, terrible customer service, the importance of manners but also understanding how rude we used to be, Jim's new clubnight idea, the amazing Northern Soul dancing teacher and a Battle Rapping pensioner. Five Minutes of Funk mix by Taylor Made Beats

Find out how Dan and Jim from Dad La Soul met, and also how they have never ACTUALLY met. Also, Jim's failed stand-up comedy career, coping methods for necessary networking, the perils of naming children, why Dan never took over the family firm, the definitive best band of Britpop, some of the greatest gigs they've been to and what is sleep hygiene? Five Minutes of Funk mix by DJ Blade