About the Podcast
The Dadass Podcast is a place for honest conversations about parenting, adulting and figuring life out without pretending we have it all together.
Hosted by Matt and Shaun, the show sits at the intersection of real life, responsibility and humor. No experts on a pedestal. No fake perfection. Just thoughtful conversations, lived experience and the occasional dad joke when the moment calls for it.
Hosted by Matt and Shaun, the show sits at the intersection of real life, responsibility and humor. No experts on a pedestal. No fake perfection. Just thoughtful conversations, lived experience and the occasional dad joke when the moment calls for it.
Why We Started the Podcast
The Dadass Podcast was created to be the kind of podcast we wanted ourselves—something real, relatable and worth listening to that didn’t revolve around true crime or movie reviews.
The name says it all. A Dadass is someone who’s trying to up their game each day—at home, at work and in relationships—while accepting that none of us have this fully figured out.
The name says it all. A Dadass is someone who’s trying to up their game each day—at home, at work and in relationships—while accepting that none of us have this fully figured out.
The Hiatus (Yeah, We Know!)
After a longer‑than‑planned break, the podcast is back. Life happened. Families grew. Careers demanded more attention. Instead of forcing content that didn’t fit the season, we chose to prioritize life first.
Now The Dadass Podcast is back with more perspective, the same humor and a clearer sense of purpose. Consider this our Comeback Era.
Now The Dadass Podcast is back with more perspective, the same humor and a clearer sense of purpose. Consider this our Comeback Era.
Who This Podcast is For
The Dadass Podcast is for dads—but not just dads.
It’s for moms, parents, non‑parents, step‑parents, fun uncles and aunts, and anyone navigating adulthood with responsibility, curiosity and a sense of humor. Actually, more than half our listeners are woman and most our followers are, too.
If you appreciate honest conversations, relatable stories and humor that doesn’t try too hard, you’ll feel right at home.
It’s for moms, parents, non‑parents, step‑parents, fun uncles and aunts, and anyone navigating adulthood with responsibility, curiosity and a sense of humor. Actually, more than half our listeners are woman and most our followers are, too.
If you appreciate honest conversations, relatable stories and humor that doesn’t try too hard, you’ll feel right at home.
 Matt is a husband and Dad, veteran, Chamber of Commerce executive, former backpacking guide, blogger and spin instructor.
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 Shaun is an uncle, dog dad and counselor by day, mixologist and woodworker by night.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Dadass?
A person who continually strives to be the best version of themselves, whether in parenting, adulting or in relationship with others. A Dadass ups their game each day. First time Dad with a newborn. #dadass Been parents for years. #dadass Single Mom making it work as best she can. #dadass The Funcle or fun Aunt. #dadass
Who Listens?
Surprisingly not just dads! We’re nearly a 50/50 split of men and women listeners, not all of whom are parents, we’re learning.
When Do Episodes Drop?
Early Tuesday mornings on your favorite podcast platforms. Subscribe to Apple Podcasts and drop us a review...pretty please!
Why Should I Listen?
The mission of The Dadass Podcast is to figure out this whole parenting and adulting thing. We do that one guest, one drink and one episode at a time.
From our Real Talk episodes on heavy topics like raising culturally aware children, LGBTQIA+ discussions and being a better parent through divorce, to our experts who discuss adolescent mental health, sleep transitions and nutrition, you’ll take away something relevant to your life now. You’ll also leave with a new dad joke or two!
Are You Really Columbus’ Best Podcast?
Far from it. We were blown away as the #1 podcast in Columbus with the honor of being called Podcast of the Year in 2021 and a finalist for Podcast of the Year again in 2022 at the Columbus Podcast Awards.
Having the title “best podcast in Columbus” was something that lit a fire to elevate our podcast’s mission and create an even bigger impact through our Dadvocate for Change Campaign and partnership with Cbus Dads.
A person who continually strives to be the best version of themselves, whether in parenting, adulting or in relationship with others. A Dadass ups their game each day. First time Dad with a newborn. #dadass Been parents for years. #dadass Single Mom making it work as best she can. #dadass The Funcle or fun Aunt. #dadass
Who Listens?
Surprisingly not just dads! We’re nearly a 50/50 split of men and women listeners, not all of whom are parents, we’re learning.
When Do Episodes Drop?
Early Tuesday mornings on your favorite podcast platforms. Subscribe to Apple Podcasts and drop us a review...pretty please!
Why Should I Listen?
The mission of The Dadass Podcast is to figure out this whole parenting and adulting thing. We do that one guest, one drink and one episode at a time.
From our Real Talk episodes on heavy topics like raising culturally aware children, LGBTQIA+ discussions and being a better parent through divorce, to our experts who discuss adolescent mental health, sleep transitions and nutrition, you’ll take away something relevant to your life now. You’ll also leave with a new dad joke or two!
Are You Really Columbus’ Best Podcast?
Far from it. We were blown away as the #1 podcast in Columbus with the honor of being called Podcast of the Year in 2021 and a finalist for Podcast of the Year again in 2022 at the Columbus Podcast Awards.
Having the title “best podcast in Columbus” was something that lit a fire to elevate our podcast’s mission and create an even bigger impact through our Dadvocate for Change Campaign and partnership with Cbus Dads.
Thanks for listening and welcome to the Dadass community.