Podcasts by Dadville with Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin
Welcome to Dadville! Join musicians and sometimes-comedians Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin in the journey of life, love and the pursuit of dad-ding on the Dadville Podcast. Get your fill of dad jokes, laughs, and heartfelt conversations while these dads and their guests talk about the journey of life and fatherhood.
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Steven Curtis Chapman: Is That a Janet Jackson Tattoo? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.826971
Where do we even begin? This week in Dadville there's a bona fide musical hero in our midst. Steven Curtis Chapman has won about every award and honor you could imagine and joins the fellas ...
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Shane and Shane: Missiles of Singing from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.822183
Are they related? No. Are they brothers? Yes. Worship duo Shane and Shane join the party and spill the details on how a young Dave Barnes accosted them with a CD. Also, they give advice for dads...
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Craig Melvin: This Went a Lot Better Than I Thought it Would from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.816698
Our guest this week is Craig Melvin, who is a co-host of the Today Show and the author of Pops: Learning to Be a Son and a Father. Craig opens up about his complicated history with his father, h...
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Nathan East:"Dad, Ringo is on the phone." from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.812700
Big hero vibes on this week's Dadville. Bassist Nathan East has recorded, played, or toured with nearly every major musical artist over the last 30 years (even Jon!) In this episode he share...
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Kris Allen: We're All Winking at Each Other, Right? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.808598
This week we have the first American Idol champion to take a trip to Dadville. If all you know about Kris Allen is that he won American Idol, then wait until you hear this episode. Kris walks us...
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Jon and Dave: Micro-dosing Kringles from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.805248
Dadville keeps things in the family this week with an episode where Jon asks Dave (and himself) some of our generation’s most intriguing questions. Regrets? They’ve had a few. Biting your nails?...
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Bruce Hornsby: 10-Time Grammy Loser from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.801120
We aren't going to pretend that this is just another episode of Dadville, because it's not. Bruce Hornsby is here.
Can we just let that last sentence soak in a bit?
BH (can...
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Father's Day: Gifts, Embarrassing Dads, and Mustaches from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.796272
This is it. Our collective holiday is finally here! Today in Dadville we turn the mics over to you and take your questions, texts, and voicemails. And Dadville Nation, you understood the assignm...
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Happy Father's Day from That Sounds Fun Network! from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.792346
Happy Father's Day from That Sounds Fun Network & Dadville! Today we have a special bonus episode to share with you celebrating dads & all we love about them. In this episode, ho...
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Dustin Nickerson: Dance Joke Monkey, Dance! from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.780667
We should have a giggle warning on this one. Comedian and author Dustin Nickerson makes his way to Dadville to talk about his latest book, How to Be Married (To Melissa), and what it ta...
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Andrew Peterson: First Wisconsin, Then the World from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.776963
Andrew Peterson is a musician, songwriter, author, and a dozen other incredible things. He joins Dadville to talk about his early days, how some of his professional failures opened new doors, an...
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Jeff Mauro: Slightly Naughty But Very Gratifying from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.773717
There is a 100-percent guarantee that you will become a better cook simply by listening to this podcast. Jeff Mauro is a chef, TV personality, comedian, musician, and all-around fun dude. He bri...
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David Thomas: The Mayor of Dadville from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.769866
The mayor is back! David Thomas is to Dadville as Steve Martin is to SNL. Every time David graces us with his presence we become smarter. In today's episode we cover his 2(!) new books, mana...
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Jon and Dave: The Escape Door from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.766461
Dave is at his most vulnerable this week as he opens up his Notes app (Dave's Diary of Funny) and shares some thoughts that make him giggle. Jon is along for the ride as well when the duo di...
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Kirk Herbstreit:"You Make People Happy. I Make People Angry." from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.762963
This week we bring in Dadville's official college football czar, Kirk Herbstreit, to not only help Jon brush up on things before the season, but also to share his story. Kirk dives into how ...
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Matthew West: Are Sharks Attracted to Pee? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.759781
Matthew West is many things. He's a singer/songwriter, author, podcaster, husband, and father. However, he is not a professional baseball player. In this week's episode we dig into his b...
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Bear Rinehart: Did you Know Dad Pooped His Pants? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.756523
What does it take to play in an arena-filling rock band and be present for your kids? Luckily, needtobreathe's Bear Rinehart is our guest this week and he's able to answer that exact que...
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Barrett Ward: My Humility is Amazing from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.752826
Barrett Ward is one of the most fashionable guests we’ve ever had. Not because of his keen sense of style, but more because of the work he does with ABLE, which is an incredible lifestyle brand tha...
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Bart Millard: This Minivan is a Limo from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.748966
After literally years in the making we finally have MercyMe's Bart Millard joing the fellas in Dadville. Bart talks about the band's sudden DIY fame, the time Amy Grant almost recorded h...
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Barry Dean: The Saddest Country Song Ever from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.745282
Not only is today's guest a world-class songwriter who has cuts with everyone in Nashville, but he's an inventor who has focused on helping revolutionize the wheelchair industry. Barry D...
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Dude Dad: The Most Dad Guest Ever from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.741311
We've achieved peak dad-centricity with this week's guest. Taylor “Dude Dad” Calmus has been described as an author (he is), an actor (he was), and “that guy from that video” (he is). He...
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Sissy Goff: Middle School Is Hell from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.737468
We have Daystar's Sissy Goff joining Dadville this week to help us navigate the tricky world of being a girl dad. Oh boy, will those middle-school years be tough! Sissy dishes out solid, pra...
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Chip Dodd: You Don't Go to Taco Bell and Order a Big Mac from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.733620
"Your job is to go into the future, not to take care of the past."
That's one of the many memorable quotes that Chip Dodd drops on the fellas this week. Chip is an author, co...
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Miles Adcox: Hair Made for Netflix from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.730679
We are lucky to have Miles Adcox return to Dadville. When we first welcomed Miles, he was a new dad, and that appearance was so transformative for Miles he decided to have another child. Miles&#...
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Chris Shiflett:"You Guys Don't Look Like Dads" from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.727204
This week on Dadville we have a bona fide rock star. Chris Shiflett is the lead guitarist in the Foo Fighters and has a string of killer Americana solo records. We caught up with Chris the day a...
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Welcome to the Man Cave: How Not to Throw Your Child from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.723706
Gather 'round friends. This week the fellas are joined by a trio of fathers. Buddy Burks, Micah Kandros, and Matt Lehman share stories about how they are exploring the idea of fatherhood, w...
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Bonus Ep: (Remembering) Dave Barnes from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.719863
This week we have something completely different. Jon takes the lead and dives into an intimidating brag sheet before talking about the latest collection of recorded sounds from Mr. Barnes.
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Things We've Learned: Podcasting is Harder Than We Thought from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.716425
As we roll into episode 100 Dave and Jon wanted to reflect a bit on their favorite moments over the previous 98 episodes. From a slightly embarrassing moment with Ted Danson to the official insi...
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Episode 100: Does Jon Really Need to Talk? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.712345
We did it friends! For a celebration this big we had to bring in the benevolent queen of podcasts, Annie F. Downs. She grills the fellas on who their dream guests would be, the best part of host...
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Dave and Jon: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Bird from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.707864
It’s time for the monthly look into Jon’s notebook. And boy, it’s a doozy. This week the fellas discuss the finer points of fighting, individual quirks, and Mrs. Barnes' absolutely hilarious...
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Momville: Breathing Always Works from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.703809
After hearing the cries from millions and millions of Dadville diehards, we have finally brought Momville back. Amy and Annie are joined by her Highness of Dadville, Sissy Goff, for one of the m...
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Chris Kirkpatrick: A Briefcase Full of Cash from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.699560
You all remember the '90s, right? Well, this week we celebrate the 24th anniversary of NSYNC's 'Home for Christmas' album by having Chris Kirkpatrick make a long requested visit ...
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Chip Dodd: 8 Feelings, No Waiting from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.695527
Apparently, Chip Dodd didn't have much to do recently so we brought him back for another go-round. It was rather evident that we only got to (Dave's) half of the questions last time. Chi...
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Dave and Jon: The Official Dadville Gift Guide from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.691499
Now that it's December, it's time to (maybe) start thinking of that perfect gift for the dad in your life. The fellas go DEEP into their well of ideas and bring you a pile of hip options...
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Deck the Dadville! from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.687449
Are you looking for that elusive combination of side-splitting humor, a romantic comedy, and acute colorblindness? Well, that very specific trifecta is exactly what's on deck this week in Da...
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Tom Douglas: Sharkskin Suits and Shopping Malls from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.683520
Big-time songwriter (and retired commercial real estate maven) Tom Douglas heads to Dadville in an attempt to finally pad out his underwhelming bio. He's written songs for all your favorite ...
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Dave and Jon: New Year, Same Dudes from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.679272
The fellas are back and they are catching up about what 2022 meant to them, Barnes’ trip to London to stalk McCartney, and so much more. Plus, they run down their favorite Dadville experiences f...
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Gretchen Rubin: Happiness Bully from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.676153
There was only one real option for a guest to kick off 2023. Gretchen Rubin is an author, podcaster, speaker, and an investigator of unexpected truths. Do you have a hard time sticking to your r...
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Michael Phillips: The Baltimore Bike Exchange from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.672963
Michael is currently the Chief Operating Officer of TDJ Enterprises and has one of the most incredible stories we've ever heard. He's also the author of 'Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns...
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Brian Bates: Local Celebrity from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.670327
The entire reason Brian Bates became a father was to be on this episode. With his life goals fully realized he joined the fellas to complete the circle. Since he also co-hosts the Nateland podca...
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Hanson Part 1: 15 Kids and 16 Million Albums from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.666940
The '90s nostalgia is DEEP in this episode as we welcome Taylor, Zach, and Issac Hanson to the comfortable confines of Dadville. With approximately 15 children between them, few guests have ...
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Hanson Part 2:"Dad Loved Me the Most" from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.663626
You know there was no way we could contain the pure joy of Hanson in a single episode! Tulsa's favorite sons are back again to talk about why Issac was their parent's favorite, how to en...
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Kristian Stanfill: How to Make it Out Alive from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.660051
Singer/songwriter Kristian Stanfill has won Dove awards, written chart-topping hits, and been a worship leader for one of the most popular churches in the country. Even with all that success, St...
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Patrick Renna: What Would I Know You From? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.656216
Of course Patrick Renna is the coach of his son's T-ball team—it's in his DNA. Widely known as The Great Hambino, Renna is so much more than just an amazing character actor with Brad Pit...
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Bobby Moynihan: Why Count Sheep? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.651637
All the comedy heads will LOVE this week in Dadville. Bobby Moynihan will simply wear you out with humor. It will never stop. He shares incredible stories from his time on SNL and gives us an in...
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Field Yates Lives in a Fantasy World from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.647929
What is it like to be a beacon of advice in a world where grown adults agonize over very real stats on a made-up team? ESPN's fantasy football guru Field Yates joins Dadville this week and l...
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Elliott Cherry:"The hardest part about having the fifth kid is the other four." from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.643989
We went uber-local for this week's guest. Elliott Cherry is the Pastor at Midtown Fellowship at 12 South in Nashville—and he's Jon's Pastor. In this episode Elliott talks about the u...
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John Oates: Christmas in an Insane Asylum from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.639634
There's a certified legend pulling up to Dadville this week. John Oates is not only one of the greatest songwriters of all time, but an author, guitarist, dad, and wrestling champion. During...
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A Message From Dave from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.635994
We are going to take the rest of the month off from Dadville. Here’s a message from Dave. Thanks to everyone for the support.
See you in May,
Team Dadville...
Welcome to Momville! from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.632354
During the month of May we will be celebrating the moms in our life! We can't wait to share their stories with you! Stay tuned for episodes with Amy Grant, Ellie Holcomb, Hillary Scott, and ...
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Amy Grant: We're All a Mess from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.628598
We are kicking off Momville with one of our absolute favorite people. Amy Grant is a legendary singer/songwriter with a history that's deeply intertwined with contemporary Christian music. T...
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Ellie Holcomb: A Neighbor with Benefits from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.624248
Ellie Holcomb is so many things: singer, songwriter, musician, author, and of course, mom. This week we caught up with Ellie to discuss her life as a solo artist and sometimes member of her husb...
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Hillary Scott: Every Teenage Girl is Just Mad from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.618541
This week we celebrate Momville with Lady A's Hillary Scott. As part of a legally binding agreement with her current opening act she sat with the fellas and talked about what it was like gro...
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Dr. Alison Cook: When is it time for the talk? (Not that one.) from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.613558
We wrap up Momville by talking with Dr. Alison Cook, who is a therapist that specializes in the intersection of psychology and theology. The fellas talk to Alison about connecting with your kids...
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James Bay: The Fellow Fathers Are Here! from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.609492
It's about time we had the third member of our new supergroup on the pod. James Bay is reporting live directly from the studio to chat with the fellas about life as a new dad. His first nigh...
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Jon and Dave: Dads on Film from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.604930
The two benevolent proprietors of Dadville are simple men. All they need is love, water, and a tan. And finally, you can see Jon and Dave's faces actually make the sounds and words you'v...
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David Nasser: A Wedgie Waiting to Happen from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.598963
The fellas prepared a host of questions for David Nasser. But they never got to a single one. David is a gifted author, speaker, and former campus pastor for Liberty University, the largest coll...
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Kirk Cousins: QB by Day, Karaoke Star by Night from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.593598
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins finally stops by Dadville to catch up with the fellas about the offseason life he's currently enjoying before training camp fires up again. The emb...
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Matt Wertz: A Dad in Utero from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.588383
For over 20 years Matt Wertz has been in the fellas' inner circle. And with the recent announcement of his impeding fatherhood, it's time we all welcome Mr. Wertz to Dadville. No brag sh...
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Greg Baumer: Living in a Material World from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.583860
When Greg Baumer walked in the room wearing an Arsenal jersey it was evident right away that this was going to be a fun conversation—or he was just trying to get extra points with Dave. Have yo...
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Jon and Dave: We're Gonna Fire Our Producer from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.578961
This week the fellas take a trip to the comments section and highlight a particularly confusing use of emojis. Then, Jon shares his triumphant tale of a months-long house renovation. Make sure t...
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Colony House: A Horse Named Mountain from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.574525
Caleb and Will are brothers, fathers, musicians, and feverish lovers of The Three Amigos movie. Listen in as they reveal (maybe for the first time?) that they are indeed related to Steven Curtis...
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Carlos Whittaker: Grandpa, You Can't Really Say That from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.569413
This week we have Carlos Whittaker coming through Dadville to share his incredible story and powerful words about talking to your children about race. Carlos is an author, podcaster, and public ...
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Harrison Scott Key: Humor is a Truth Detector from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.564883
We welcomed back Harrison Scott Key to talk about his incredible new book, How to Stay Married. The book is a wildly vulnerable memoir about when infidelity threatened his marriage. Only a skill...
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Walker Zimmerman: How to Dominate Dave and Busters from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.560404
Oh boy, is Dave excited about this one. We have Nashville SC and USMNT star Walker Zimmerman going Dadville. Zimmerman (aka Walkey Zim Zim) talk about some unexpected topics such as his fool-pro...
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Dave and Jon: How to Music from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.556130
This month's Dave/Jon episode is an old-fashioned catch-up session. The fellas talk a bit about their respective new music projects and every parent's favorite time of year—back to schoo...
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Dr. Morgan Cutlip: Balance is a Myth from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.552084
Attention moms of Dadville! This week we have Dr. Morgan Cutlip joining the fellas. Her latest book is called 'Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself' and is all about developing a new a...
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Trey Kennedy: How Tall is Taylor Swift? from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.548053
Laughs on laughs with this episode. We have comedian/singer-songwriter/internet darling Trey Kennedy joining the party this week on Dadville. Did you know Trey has an MBA? We didn't either. ...
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Phil Wickham: We're No Doctors from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.543925
Let's get this right out of the way. We spend an abnormal amount of time talking about Phil Wickham's hair. It's majestic. Anyways, Phil is an incredible musician with a voice that w...
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Jon and Dave: One of Us Need to Submit from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.539471
Time for the monthly check-in with Jon and Dave. In this episode, the fellas answer your questions. But first, they catch up with stories of parent guilt, when bedtime goes wrong, and those time...
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Faith, Politics, and Dad Jokes: Michael Wear's Unconventional Wisdom from 2023-12-12T18:05:21.534892
This week's episode is not only a chance for Jon to dish out some sage financial advice, but also to ask Michael Wear about the intersection of faith and politics. Michael is the Found...
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Faith, Politics, and Dad Jokes: Michael Wear's Unconventional Wisdom from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.855925
This week's episode is not only a chance for Jon to dish out some sage financial advice, but also to ask Michael Wear about the intersection of faith and politics. Michael is the Found...
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Sissy Goff: Navigating Your Child's Anxiety from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.853969
An old friend returns to Dadville this week. Ya'll know Sissy has visited us several times before but this time she has a NEW BOOK. Her new book is called 'The Worry-Free Parent' and...
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Steve Moakler: One Man Clapping from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.851363
The Music. The Stories. The HAIR. Boy, do we have a special one this week. Singer/songwriter Steve Moakler is an absolute gem of a dude who also happens to be disgustingly talented. He rolls thr...
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Dave and Jon: Money is Never the Issue from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.846536
Our monthly Jave/Don rendezvous is back again! Fresh off Halloween the fellas dig into some pros and cons of the holiday and we finally get the McLaughlin Candy Power Rankings (MCPL). Plus, they...
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Mustaches and Jawlines: Walker Hayes from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.843789
The fellas get fancy with this week's guest, Walker Hayes. Not only does Walker have one of the most unique stories around, but he also goes way back with Dave. Walker talks about growing up...
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Overconfident and Underperforming: Andrew East and Shawn Johnson-East from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.839693
We double up on the guests this week with Shawn Johnson-East and Andrew East rolling through Dadville. This might be the most athletic episode yet. You see, Shawn is not only the pride of Iowa, ...
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Momville: Fake Plastic Trees (McLaughlin's Version) from 2023-11-30T15:35:10.836673
We've read DM after DM asking about getting our most popular guests back on the pod. This week we have OG Momville with Amy McLaughlin and Annie Barnes joining the fellas to discuss shared s...
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Jake Goss: Djembes, Frozen Towels, and That Thing You Do from 2022-04-19T05:00
LANY drummer (and Jon McLaughlin band alumni) Jake Goss rolls through Dadville this week to talk about his journey as a drummer and a relatively new father. He goes deep on the origins of his su...
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Brandon Heath: A People's History of Show Choir from 2022-04-12T05:00
Dave's old college buddy, Brandon Heath, is the latest visitor to Dadville. Even after all these years, Brandon drops a few nuggets that even Dave was unaware of. Plus, they talk about early bru...
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Taylor Goldsmith: Let's Be Friends! Here's Some of My Hair. from 2022-04-05T05:00
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 join...
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Bob Goff: How to Make Cheesecake in Prison from 2022-03-29T05:00
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, ...
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Chris Hadfield: Ground Control to Major Jon (and Dave) from 2022-03-22T05:00
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 Ha...
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Jon and Dave: Daddy, Are You Crying? from 2022-03-15T05:00
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 reflec...
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Curt Thompson Pt. 2: I Have Some Suggestions for God from 2022-03-08T06:00
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 de...
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Curt Thompson Pt. 1: Those Cantankerous Romans from 2022-03-01T06:00
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 fasci...
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Shay Mooney: Where do We Shart? from 2022-02-22T06:00
"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 ...
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Tyler Toney (Dude Perfect): From Landscaping to Trick Shots from 2022-02-15T06:00
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 tea...
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Michael W. Smith: I Wave at Everybody Now from 2022-02-08T06:00
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 ...
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Donald Miller: Will There Be Food? from 2022-02-01T06:00
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 Mis...
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Dave Hollis: You Don't Have to Put Your Shirt Back On from 2022-01-25T06:00
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. Dav...
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Lawrence Guy: Always Wear Footies in the Ice Bath from 2022-01-18T06:00
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...
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Dave and Jon: They Say You Want a Resolution? from 2022-01-11T06:00
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...
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Rebels Without a Claus from 2021-12-21T06:00
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 a...
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Dwight Freeney: It’s all Tom Brady’s Fault from 2021-12-14T06:00
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 me...
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Dadville presents It's Hard Being An Idiot: Leanne Morgan from 2021-12-08T06:06:54
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 jo...
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Jon Collins: Why Am I Telling You All This? from 2021-12-07T06:00
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 ...
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Dave and Jon: Guilt Will Get You Through from 2021-11-23T06:00
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 o...
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Dadville presents It's Hard Being An Idiot: Mike Goodwin from 2021-11-17T06:00
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 jo...
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Ed Cash: A Dad’s Guide to Starting a Family Band from 2021-11-16T06:00
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 ach...
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David Thomas Pt. 3: Why Are You Doing That With Your Face? from 2021-11-09T06:00
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 ...
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Dadville presents It's Hard Being An Idiot: Dustin Nickerson from 2021-11-03T13:11:21
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 jo...
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Scott Harrison: The Prize Doesn’t Go to the Cynic from 2021-11-02T05:00
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 nightcl...
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Dadville presents It's Hard Being An Idiot: Anjelah Johnson-Reyes from 2021-10-27T05:00
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 jo...
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Jeff Bethke: That’s Not Even My Real Name from 2021-10-26T05:00
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...
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David Thomas: Is This Gonna Get Weird? from 2021-10-19T05:00
This week we have yet another return guest and this time we go heavy on questions from our listeners. Dave Thomas is the Director of Family Counseling, Boys' Counselor & Group Leader for Day...
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John Mark Comer - Your Heart is Like Jack Sparrow's Compass from 2021-10-12T05:00
We have our first repeat offender on Dadville! John Mark Comer is an author, founding pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, all-around cool dude, and recently made a trip to Nashville to get ...
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An Honest Conversation - Reggie Dabbs and John Driver from 2021-09-28T06:08:21
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon interview Reggie Dabbs and John Driver about their book, Not So Black and White, An Invitation to Honest Conversations. The four...
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Smoke Breaks with the Teachers - Back to School from 2021-09-21T05:00
On this special back to school episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon share stories from their school days, and paint a picture of how their formative years got them to where they are today...
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We Need Two Really Good Years - Jeremy Camp from 2021-09-14T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Christian singer/songwriter Jeremy Camp. Jeremy and the guys chat about his illustrious recording career, his other forays into film and l...
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I'm Always in a Situation Where I Don't Know Enough - Chad Karger from 2021-09-07T20:58:28
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon bring on Porter's Call Counselor, Chad Karger. He's the founder and adviser of BetterDay's.org, a service to...
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We're Rapping About Ketchup vs. Mustard - Mirthell Onyx from 2021-08-31T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Ordained Minister and Family Therapist, Mirthell Onyx. Mirthell aka Onyx Dad, talks to the guys about balancing family life and the proces...
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I Think These Doors Should Be Even More Huge - Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North from 2021-08-24T14:51:13
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Tenth Avenue North frontman Mike Donehey. The dads talk about shifting perspectives as you grow in life, and making time to follow yo...
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What Does a Broken Dream Look Like - Andrew Ripp from 2021-08-17T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, Andrew Ripp. The guys chat about recognizing and harnessing the power of music and have a thoughtful c...
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Now That's What I Call Dadville: Volume 2 from 2021-08-10T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon clipped together some of their favorite podcast moments featuring Matthew McConaughey, Al Andrews, and Ben Rector.
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Now That's What I Call Dadville: Volume 1 from 2021-08-03T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon clipped together some of their favorite podcast moments featuring Tyler Hubbard, John Mark Comer, and Drew Holcomb.
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Obviously You've Met My Parole Officer - Max Lucado from 2021-07-27T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Jon and Dave chat with author and speaker, Pastor Max Lucado who prides himself on his ability to "write books for people who don't read books." The guys chat ...
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Top 10 Urinal Rules - Sam Acho from 2021-07-20T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon chat with ESPN sports analyst, a nine-year veteran of the NFL, a Vice President of the NFL Players Association, and author of Let the World See You...
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The Confession Stand - Jon and Dave Q&A from 2021-07-13T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon sit down for another Q&A to answer questions, discuss the importance of physical and spiritual health within their families, the functionality of fa...
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The Enneagram Circle of Life - Beth And Jeff McCord from 2021-07-06T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Enneagram Coaches Beth McCord and Jeff McCord. The group delves deep into Enneagram types, numbers, and how type properties translate...
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Listen to this Podcast, and You'll Retire By 30 - Jon Tyson from 2021-06-29T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by author and pastor of the Church of the City in New York, Jon Tyson. The guys discuss Jon Tyson's new book The Intentional Father...
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The Politics of Table Tennis - Jon Acuff from 2021-06-22T13:05:20
On this episode of Dadville, author Jon Acuff joins the guys to talk about the joys of table tennis, how to not live life out of deficit and finding joy in what you are doing.
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On Father's Day: Revisiting What Made You A Father To Begin With from 2021-06-18T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Amy and Annie for a surprise Father's Day episode! While being interviewed by their wives, they chat about what their ideal Father's Day l...
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Jet Ski to the Forehead - Matthew McConaughey from 2021-06-15T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Matthew McConaughey to discuss his book, Greenlights. Matthew shares stories about being run over by a jet ski, resisting a...
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The Summit of the Pre-Teen Worship Scene - Dave Haywood from 2021-06-08T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Dave Haywood of Lady A. The guys chat about playing in praise bands in Gatlinburg, Dave's come up and career, and share stories about thei...
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Let’s Just Break Stuff Until it’s Fixed - Dave and Jon Q & A from 2021-06-01T05:00
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You Don't Have to be Funny at All - Charles Esten from 2021-05-25T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon chat with actor/musician Charles Esten, who is widely known for his role as Deacon Claybourne on the hit show 'Nashville'. The guys chat with ...
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The Wonderful State of Atlanta, Georgia - Sho Baraka from 2021-05-18T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by Christian hip-hop artist, Sho Baraka. The guys discuss Sho's background and career, his perspective as a father, and have an op...
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The Last Skate at Rocket Town - Russell Dickerson from 2021-05-11T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon chat with singer-songwriter Russell Dickerson about his career, opening for Darius Rucker, the hard work that comes along with writing a hit, and findin...
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Momville 2.0: Our hottest guests return!! from 2021-05-04T05:00
This week we're taking a break from Dadville to bring you a new episode of Momville! Dave and Jon are joined by their wives, Annie and Amy to discuss inherited parental habits, the signific...
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The Gospel of Upward Mobility - John Mark Comer from 2021-04-27T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by the author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and the pastor for teaching and vision at Bridgetown Church in Portland, OR. The ...
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Never Let Them Talk - Jon Foreman from 2021-04-20T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon are joined by the frontman for the grammy-winning rock group, Switchfoot. The guys chat about using prayer to prevent shark bites, Foreman's career...
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The Daily Rejection - Jordan Davis from 2021-04-13T05:00
Jon and Dave are joined by breakthrough country-music star Jordan Davis. The guys talk about Jordan's quick rise to fame, changing lyrics in the middle of a writers round, what it...
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TALENT NOW - Abner Ramirez of Johnnyswim from 2021-04-06T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon welcome Abner Ramirez of Johnnyswim. The guys chat about their professional pivots as a result of COVID, Abner's Cuban heritage, and the diffi...
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Make Sure I'm Dead - Nate Bargatze from 2021-03-30T05:00
Stand up comedian Nate Bargatze stops by Dadville this week to discuss his new Netflix special, The Greatest Average American, the overlap of life between being a musician and a comedian, and be...
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Scholarship is A Very Loose Term - Mat Kearney from 2021-03-23T05:00
On this episode of Dadville, Jon and Dave are joined by Mat Kearney to talk about his recording career, his collegiate soccer days, crying about Tenderoni, and playing two chords and saying...
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We're Not Promising Fun from 2021-03-09T07:00
On this episode of Dadville, Jon and Dave catch up on the latest and greatest topics in their lives, and discuss what it's like managing the minuta of the day to day trials and tr...
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“Surprise!!....socks.” - Al Andrews from 2021-02-23T08:00
On this episode of Dadville, Founder and Executive Director of Porter's Call, Al Andrews joins the pod to discuss what it's like being an older father to younger sons, his work at Porter's Call,...
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Shopping for Superpowers from 2021-02-09T08:00
In this week's episode, Dave and Jon are joined by two members of Hillsong Worship, Ben Fielding and Scott Ligertwood. The Australians discuss their children's book titled: What A Beaut...
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You're Not a Basketball Player from 2021-01-26T08:00
In this week's episode, author David Thomas joins Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin to discuss the "child's perspective" and his experiences as a Director of Counseling at Daystar Counseling Minist...
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Page Three Funny - Harrison Scott Key from 2021-01-12T13:56:37
In this week's episode, author Harrison Scott Key joins Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin to drop some serious wisdom. Harrison takes a deep dive into family, the difficulties of being a dad while ...
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Class Clown Adjacent - Ben Rector from 2020-12-08T08:00
Dave and Jon are ecstatic to have their dear friend Ben Rector as this week's Dadville guest. Ben shares stories from his most memorable performances, about his upbringing and his experience bal...
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International Spy - Miles Adcox from 2020-11-24T09:00
In this week's episode, Miles Adcox joins Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin to drop some serious wisdom. Miles goes on a deep dive of the brain, shares his work with Onsite Workshops, and discusses...
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Momville: Hottest Guests Yet from 2020-11-10T08:00
On this episode of Dadville Annie Barnes and Amy McLaughlin join Dave and Jon to bring a motherhood perspective! Listen in as they share stories about how they each parent as a couple, embarrass...
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Questions and “Answers” - Jon/Dave from 2020-10-30T07:00
You guys went in with great questions and we did our best to answer them and sound like we know what we’re talking about. And laughing. And crying. And by crying we mean laughing.
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Witching Hour - Aloe Blacc from 2020-10-27T07:00
Joining Jon McLaughlin and Dave Barnes on this week's Dadville episode is the immensely talented and brilliant multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated artist and philanthropist Aloe Blacc. Listen in as...
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Parents from Another Planet - Ted Danson from 2020-10-13T07:00
This week’s Dadville guest is Ted Danson, Golden Globe & Emmy award-winning actor you know and love from Cheers, The Good Place, and more!
Listen as he talks about grow...
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Tattoos, Balding, and Window Seats - Drew Holcomb from 2020-09-29T07:00
This week, Dadville hosts Jon McLaughlin and Dave Barnes are joined by the incredible Drew Holcomb. Tune in as they discuss the importance of hats on stage, Drew's family dynamic, and the value ...
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Deep Lunges - Jon/Dave from 2020-09-15T07:00
On this Dadville Episode, dive deeper with Dave and Jon as they talk about their fatherhood fears, the things they've learned over the years, and the moments they recall from the first weeks of ...
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Lawn Mower Drive By - Isaac Kirk from 2020-09-01T07:00
In this week's episode of Dadville we are joined by our friend and talented actor Isaac Kirk. This episode is the perfect blend of serious topics and entertaining stories from Isaac's childhood....
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Atomic Physics and Swim Meets - Tony Hale from 2020-08-18T07:00
This week on Dadville we sat down with the hilariously talented Tony Hale. Tony is the Emmy Award winning actor you know from VEEP, Arrested Development & your kids will think you're listeni...
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Somewhere Between 2 and 13 - Andy Grammer from 2020-08-04T08:00
In this episode, Dave and Jon are joined by multi-platinum singer/songwriter, father, former "butcher", and all-around good guy Andy Grammer. They dive into the beginning of Andy's career and hi...
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Giraffes On Ice - Stephen James from 2020-07-21T08:00
Join Jon and Dave as they dive into the intricacies of fatherhood with counselor, author, and parenthood expert Stephen James. Get tips on what it means to be a parent compared to doing parentin...
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Guitars, Drugstores & Ford Pintos - Chris Tomlin from 2020-07-07T08:00
Dads Jon McLaughlin, Dave Barnes, and Christian artist and worship leader Chris Tomlin chat about the connection of their faith to music, and life in a small town. Listen in to hear about the ev...
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Draggin' Ashes - Tyler Hubbard (Florida Georgia Line) from 2020-06-23T08:00
Join the dads, Jon Mclaughlin and Dave Barnes, and country megastar Tyler Hubbard from Florida Georgia Line in a conversation about dad stuff and what it looks like to be a dad with fame and suc...
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Bat Blood Faygo from 2020-06-15T08:00
Welcome to Dadville! Join musicians and sometimes-comedians Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin in the journey of life, love and the pursuit of dad-ding on the Dadville Podcast. Get your fill of dad ...
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Welcome to Dadville from 2020-06-09T20:10:36
Join musicians and sometimes-comedians Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin in the journey of life, love and the pursuit of dad-ding on the Dadville Podcast. Get your fill of dad jokes, laughs, and he...
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