
The Dad Compass Podcast
Welcome to our podcast, where two dedicated individuals—both fathers and professionals—share their journeys of self-improvement and growth.
Episodes
23 episodes
# EPISODE 23 – Dad Pet Peeves
🔔 **Subscribe & hit the bell** for weekly doses of fatherhood honesty & humor! 🎧 Listen on Spotify • Apple ---## EPISODE 23 – Dad Pet PeevesFrom *thermostat tampering* to that teaspoon of milk left in ...
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Episode 23
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STREETLIGHTS vs SCREENLIGHTS EP 22 The Dad Compass Podcast
🎙️ EP 22 — STREETLIGHTS vs SCREENLIGHTS 80s/90s nostalgia collides with modern kid‑life: Blockbuster nights, Saturday‑morning cartoons, BMX freedom … versus TikTok feeds, GPS pings, and helicopter parents. Did childhood le...
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Episode 22
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1:30:19

No-BS Dad Confessions: When Your Kid Asks ‘How Do You Really Feel About Fatherhood? Ep 21
Ever had your child put you on the spot with a question that slices straight through the dad-bod armor? 💥 Dmitry’s daughter did exactly that:👉 “How do you feel about being a father?”Cue 60 minutes of uncensored truth bombs, hila...
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Episode 21
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1:00:42

Dads Share Their Best Advice Here! Ep 20
DADS SHARE THEIR BEST ADVICE HERE! | Navigating Fatherhood, Summer Chaos & Work-Life BalanceReady to crush dad life without losing your sanity? 🚀 In this episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, co-hosts Dmitry and Patrick dive into real...
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Episode 20
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52:45

Out of Breath Wiping My Own A?! 😳 Dad Bod Truths, Why Women Love it | The Dad Compass Podcast Ep. #19
Join hosts Dmitry and Patrick on The Dad Compass Podcast as they hilariously dive into the mysteries and appeal behind "dad bods," revealing brutally honest truths about balancing fitness with fatherhood. Hear Dmitry's unforgettable (and...
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Episode 19
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1:06:44

From Buzzed to Burdened: Dads Who Drift, Dads Who Rise -The Dad Compass Ep 18
This week on The Dad Compass, we dive into something a lot of dads won’t talk about — what happens when we slip. When a drink turns into 10, when the stress we’re carrying gets too damn heavy, and when the only escape feels like the bottom of a...
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Episode 18
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1:08:51

Father’s Day Special: Grilling, Parenting & Hypothetical Duck Battles! 🦆🔥Ep 17
Welcome to the Dadgumplest Podcast – Father’s Day Edition with hosts Dmitry V and Patrick O! A heartfelt, hilarious, and unfiltered Father’s Day chat featuring:🔥 Smoker Shenanigans: Dmitry’s new smoke...
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Episode 17
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1:03:16

Discipline as a Stepdad: When Is It Too Much? EP 16 The Dad Compass Podcast
This week on The Dad Compass, we go deep into the complex world of step-parenting: where love, discipline, boundaries, and heartbreak collide.Dmitry and Patrick open up about their most raw and controversial moments — from disci...
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Episode 16
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1:10:06

Stepdad Real Talk: Navigating Fatherhood with My Stepson | Blended Family Truths & Challenges
In this funny and heartfelt episode of The Dad Compass, we sit down with our stepson for an open conversation about what it’s really like being a stepdad and growing up in a blended family. From awkward moments and building trust to th...
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Episode 15
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1:06:40

Nut Up or Shut Up: Men's Mental Health, Stress & Fatherhood Struggles | The Dad Compass Ep. 13
Nut Up or Shut Up: Men's Mental Health, Stress & Fatherhood Struggles | The Dad Compass Podcast (Ep. 13)In this raw, late-night episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we tackle the critical topics of men's mental health, stress managem...
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Episode 13
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1:17:47

Survival Strategies for the Zombie Apocalypse (And The Purge): Dads vs. Chaos Ep 14
Welcome back to The Dad Compass Podcast! What would YOU do if tomorrow society collapsed into chaos—either with a Purge-style free-for-all or a zombie apocalypse? In this hilarious and wildly imaginative episode, we break down dad-approved surv...
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Episode 13
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1:05:39

Parenting Teenage Mental Health-Social Media, Bullying, Suicide | The Dad Compass Podcast Ep12
#DadCompass #MensMentalHealth #TeenDepressionThis week on The Dad Compass, Dmitry and Patrick take you on a roller-coaster ride through fatherhood—from a stranger’s simple act that prevented a teen’s suicide, to the tough-love tactics w...
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Episode 12
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1:12:56

EP 11 Return of the Dad: Burnout, Therapy & the Mental Load We Carry The Dad Compass Podcast
May the mental health force be with you.In this special May Mental Health Awareness Month episode of The Dad Compass, we dive into the heavy and the hilarious. From exploring men’s mental health and burnout to a bizarre news segment inv...
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Episode 11
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1:30:16

EP 10 Herpes Mics, Car Chases & Parenting Fails — Who Do Kids Really Need: Mom or Dad?
Join us this week on The Dad Compass Podcast for a wild, unscripted ride through fatherhood, discipline debates, mother vs father parenting moments, and the craziest news stories you've ever heard.🤣 From a rogue woodpecker vandali...
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Episode 10
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1:06:53

Ep 9 Why Faith, Family & Fatherhood Hit Different at Easter
In this heartfelt episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, we open up about our experiences with fatherhood, navigating Easter traditions, and what faith and spirituality mean to us as dads. From childhood...
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Episode 9
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1:04:22

The Dad Compass Ep 8 This One Got A Little Wild With Special Guest Logan
In this episode of The Dad Compass podcast, we’re joined by an awesome guest — Logan, the man, the myth, the legend. What starts as banter turns into a rich, reflective conversation on the ever-evolving world of parenting — from the chaos of te...
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Episode 8
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1:34:59

Dad Guilt & Doing Kickflips with Cavemen | The Dad Compass Ep. 7
"Teaching Cavemen How to Kickflip " - One Of The Greats🎙️ Dad Guilt, Meltdowns & Getting “Fired” at Home — this episode of The Dad Compass podcast dives into the everyday chaos and comedy of modern fatherhood. If you're searchin...
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Episode 7
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1:19:26

Kids & Parents on Screens: Real Talk from The Dad Compass Podcast
🎙️ Fatherhood Meets Real Talk: How Screen Time Impacts Modern ParentingIn this episode of The Dad Compass, we dive deep into the real-life challenges of balancing screen time and family life. From surprising s...
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Episode 6
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1:02:22

Fatherless Fathers: Childhood Trauma, Healing, and the Power of Being Dad | The Dad Compass Ep. 5
In this powerful and unscripted episode of The Dad Compass Podcast, co-hosts Patrick and Dmitry sit down for their most vulnerable conversation yet—diving deep into their experiences growing up fatherless, navigating trauma...
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Episode 5
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1:47:06

🔥 The Dad Compass Podcast - Ep. 4 | Late Fatherhood, Life Lessons & Addiction Recovery 🔥
🔥 The Dad Compass Podcast - Ep. 4 | Late Fatherhood, Life Lessons & Addiction Recovery 🔥Welcome back to The Dad Compass Podcast! In this episode, we’re joined by a very special guest, Richard, a blue-collar worke...
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Episode 4
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1:20:34

Becoming a Father: The Raw Truth About Parenting & Blended Families | Ep. 3
🎙️ Fatherhood Unscripted: The Realities of Becoming a Dad & StepdadFatherhood is a journey filled with unexpected lessons, personal growth, and defining moments. In this episode of The Dad Compass, we explore what it means to step i...
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Episode 3
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In this Episode we discuss our experiences as fathers, the challenges of podcasting, and the importance of feedback for growth. We share personal stories about their children, the process of creating a podcast, and the significance of authentic...
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Episode 2
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48:55

Consistency vs. Inspiration: What Drives Change? Ep 1
Welcome to our podcast, where two dedicated individuals—both fathers and professionals—share their journeys of self-improvement and growth. In this candid episode, the hosts delve into the challenges of balancing work, parenting, and personal h...
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Episode 1
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