Dawes’ Taylor Goldsmith is a liar. He claims to struggle with writing lyrics, but even a casual listen to the effortless prose that fills every project he's involved in proves otherwise. He joins the fellas for a deep talk about creativity, new-dad superpowers, and why you should argue about ’80s Dylan and weird Neil Young records. Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic Greens - Head to athleticgreens.com/dadville to get a FREE 1-year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs...

Bob Goff has to be one of the most interesting people in the world. He is a New York Times best-selling author, lawyer, speaker, and the founder of Love Does, a non-profit that aims to fight injustices against children. In this episode, he tells an INCREDIBLE story about his kids were able to meet world leaders, tales from his time at San Quentin (not as a prisoner), and why you should never show up empty handed. Thanks to our sponsors! Methodical Coffee — Visit methodicalcoffee.com for...

The fellas make a point to ask every guest a very specific question. "What's it like to walk in space?" So far, nobody has been able to answer with any type of authority. Today's guest, Chris Hadfield, finally puts an end to that streak. He's an astronaut, test pilot, author, musician, speaker, has collaborated with the Barenaked Ladies, and recorded a version of David Bowie's "Space Oddity" while IN SPACE. In this episode he discusses one of his most harrowing days in space and why he...

The fellas are using this week for some self reflection. Some might call it a check up from the neck up. In a strange twist, Jon takes the lead and offers up a handful of observations and reflections that aim to answer the following questions:  Exactly why is Jon talking so much?  Do you live in a palatial estate if you have seven smoke alarms?  Could you combine a Roomba with a fireplace?  Is youth passing me by (literally)? What gives you irrational confidence?  What's the parent tax...

We have the good doctor back again this week. As you heard last week, Curt is full of wisdom and these episodes have become some of the most important ones we’ve done. This week we talk about dealing with your kids’ self shaming, how to foster meaningful connections, and how to look past the Bible’s greatest hits (in a good way).  Thanks to our sponsors! BetterHelp - Dadville listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/dadville Athletic Greens - Get a FREE 1-year supply...

The fellas couldn’t fit their unending fandom in only one episode, so here’s the first of a two-parter with author and psychiatrist Curt Thompson. His latest book, The Soul of Desire, is a fascinating look at how neuroscience relates to everyday life. Dave and Jon talk to Curt about why shame is like a locomotive, the only way to not screw up your kids, and the damage of using shame as a parenting tool. Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic Greens - Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting...

"I don't think I've been introduced in a better way. 12/10." — Shay Mooney If there was a Dadville Hall of Fame for most memorable moments the first five minutes of this pod would get more votes than Derek Jeter. We have one half of the mega-duo Dan and Shay (I’ll let you figure out which one) joining Dadville this week. After Dave giggle box gets triggered, Shay jumps right into it and tells some amazing stories about adjusting to fame, growing up in a very small town, and spills the beans...

Have you ever made a trick shot and wished you got it on video? Well, Tyler Toney rounded up a few college buddies and made an empire out of just that. Toney is part of Dude Perfect, a 5-man team of trick-shot connoisseurs. Between questionable attempts of a Dave and Jon sit-in, Toney describes how DP has evolved past the hard-to-believe trick shots, what it took to build a massively successful brand, and dealing with your kids' understanding of fame. Thanks to our sponsors! Ultimate Ears -...

Oh boy. This week’s guest almost sends the fellas into total fanboy mode. Michael W. Smith is a certified CCM legend who has sold more than 18 million albums, won 45 Dove awards, and written 31 No. 1 songs. Dave and Jon talk to “Smitty” about getting used to fame, how to keep a marriage together for 40 years, and a life-changing encounter at Best Buy. Also, MWS commits to a backyard jam session at Dave’s place. WE HAVE IT ON TAPE! Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic Greens - Get a FREE 1-year...

There’s big-time laughs and big-time lessons this week in Dadville. Our guest, Donald Miller, is a New York Times Bestselling author and the CEO of StoryBrand. His latest book, Hero on a Mission, is about recognizing the four characters in every story and using them to live a deeper life. Dave and Jon talk to Miller about how his book Blue Like Jazz influenced them in their youth, the real secret to dealing with success at a young age, and why the difference between victim and villain is...

This week we have Dave Hollis making a long-awaited trip to Dadville! After sharing a mutual appreciate for Rickey Henderson, Hollis suffers through hearing his extensive credits like a pro. Dave and Jon then admire Hollis' shirt-busting biceps before talking about his time at Disney, smelling smoke vs. observing fires, and how a simple 11-word text from his pastor helped him through some tough times.  Thanks to our sponsors! BYJU FutureSchool - Head to byjus.com/podcast to sign up for your...

This week in Dadville we caught up with Lawrence Guy, who is the defensive tackle for the New England Patriots. Naturally, Dave and Jon have a lot in common with Guy and they dive deep into what it takes to prepare for the playoffs, the difference between being hurt and injured, and the time he threw a baby shower for 40 single moms. Guy's work off the field is truly inspiring—which is why he's a nominee for this year's Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic...

We are kicking off 2022 with Dave and Jon going deep on the resolutions they have kept over the years—and a few they haven’t. They also discuss creating experiences for your kids, the words they want to describe this upcoming year, and finally, Jon stumbles upon a million-dollar marketing idea for Disney. Thanks to our sponsors! Methodical Coffee - Use the discount code DADVILLE  at methodicalcoffee.com for 10% off your first order. Ultimate Ears - Use promo code DADVILLE at ue.com/fits to...

We finally made it! Gather 'round and tune in as Dave and Jon give you a complete survival guide for the Christmas season—right down to recommending what tree stand to buy. The fellas check in about their current tours, Jon shares his live-show breakthrough, and we countdown our favorite Christmas albums. Thanks to our sponsors! Grip6 - Visit grip6.com today to shop socks, wallets, and much more! PolicyGenius - Head to policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quotes and see how...

This week in Dadville we have Super Bowl XLI champion Dwight Freeney! Over the course of a 16-year career in the NFL, Freeney was a force of nature who was voted to the Pro Bowl 7 times, is a member of the 100 sacks club, and was inducted into the Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor. Listen as he discusses his mindset when watching football as a former player, his early years growing up in Connecticut, and life as a relatively new dad in retirement. Thanks to our sponsors! Simply Earth - Get a...

Welcome to It's Hard Being An Idiot! A Spin-off series of Dadville. Join musician and comedian Dave Barnes in the pursuit of laughter on the It's Hard Being An Idiot Podcast. Get your fill of jokes, laughs, and genuine conversations while Dave and his guests talk about the journey of comedy. Thanks to our sponsors! Athletic Greens - Head to athleticgreens.com/dadville for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Talkspace - Visit talkspace.com and use...

We're back! After an extended Thanksgiving break we catch up with Jon Collins who is one of the founders of BibleProject, a crowdfunded non-profit animation studio. Their YouTube channel has an astounding 3 million subscribers and features a pile of helpful explainer videos on nearly anything you'd want to know. In this episode, Jon talks about the time he realized as a pastor he was way over his head, becoming an entrepreneur, and why he considers himself a post-Bible Christian. Thanks to...

Paul McCartney once said, “It’s rude to drop names.” So, this week on Dadville Jon and Dave go it alone and share stories of their brushes with Adele and Taylor Swift. The Dad Duo also go deep on the pros and cons of the Turkey Trot, they power rank their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, and finally do a lightning round of (hopefully) fun facts about the holiday.  Thanks to our sponsors! Visit grip6.com today to shop socks, wallets, and much more.  Policy Genius - When it comes to insurance,...

Welcome to It's Hard Being An Idiot! A Spin-off series of Dadville. Join musician and comedian Dave Barnes in the pursuit of laughter on the It's Hard Being An Idiot Podcast. Get your fill of jokes, laughs, and genuine conversations while Dave and his guests talk about the journey of comedy. Thanks to our sponsors! Grip6 utilizes the utmost quality in its variety of products and guarantees a lifetime warranty on all of them, including belts, wallets, socks, and so much more. Visit grip6.com...

We open up the gates to Dadville this week to the guy we owe (or blame?) for getting Dave into music business. Ed Cash is an award-winning, artist, producer, and songwriter who has countless achievements. In this episode we not only hear the best proposal story ever, but learn what it takes to have a family band, how Ed came back from a few years away from music, and finally some of the best stories about young Dave Barnes you will ever hear. Thanks to our sponsors! Methodical Coffee -...

Guess who’s back? This week David Thomas, Director of Family Counseling, Boys' Counselor & Group Leader for Daystar Counseling, returns to finalize his timeshare in Dadville. For this third visit we open up the floodgates and let ya’ll ask the questions—and boy were they great! We discuss getting your teenager to open up more, why you should be an unpredictable parent, encouraging better eating habits, and so much more. Thanks to our sponsors! Visit grip6.com today to shop socks,...

Welcome to It's Hard Being An Idiot! A Spin-off series of Dadville. Join musician and comedian Dave Barnes in the pursuit of laughter on the It's Hard Being An Idiot Podcast. Get your fill of jokes, laughs, and genuine conversations while Dave and his guests talk about the journey of comedy. Thanks to our sponsors! Grip6 utilizes the utmost quality in its variety of products and guarantees a lifetime warranty on all of them, including belts, wallets, socks, and so much more. Visit grip6.com...

This week in Dadville we have the founder of Charity:Water, Scott Harrison. His story reads like a Mad Lib of incredible situations. Listen in as Scott tells how he went from a life as a nightclub promoter in NYC to volunteering as a photojournalist in Africa—which inspired him to realize his life’s work of supplying the world with clean water. Thanks to our sponsors! Head to athleticgreens.com/dadville for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 travel packs with your first...

Welcome to It's Hard Being An Idiot! A Spin-off series of Dadville. Join musician and comedian Dave Barnes in the pursuit of laughter on the It's Hard Being An Idiot Podcast. Get your fill of jokes, laughs, and genuine conversations while Dave and his guests talk about the journey of comedy.

Both of us are jealous of this week’s guest on Dadville. It’s not because he’s a New York Times Bestselling Author or the fact that he’s full of sage advice. You see, Jeff lives in Hawaii. We’re hoping the next time we have Jeff back we can record on location. In this episode, we dive deep into his latest book, Take Your Family Back, talk about why the nuclear family is a myth, and the need to ask grandparents more questions. Thanks to our sponsors! Policy Genius - When it comes to...