Beyond, How Was Your Day - Boosting Family Communication for Dads

Beyond, How Was Your Day - Boosting Family Communication for Dads

From Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by Dads by Dave Campbell

May 18, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 260

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Dave Campbell discusses enhancing family communication for dads by moving beyond surface-level questions.

Episode 260 - Beyond, How Was Your Day - Boosting Family Communication for Dads In this episode of Dad Space , Dave opens with his signature humour and reflection on fatherhood before diving into a deeply relatable moment many dads experience: the routine question, “How was your day?” and the all-too-common one-word response, “Fine.” From there, he explores why these surface-level exchanges often fail to create meaningful connection within families. Dave reflects on the idea that while the question itself isn’t wrong, it often becomes a missed opportunity when it’s used out of habit rather than intention. He encourages dads to rethink how they engage with their children and partners by shifting from efficiency-driven communication to curiosity-driven connection. Instead of defaulting to routine check-ins, he highlights the importance of asking better, more specific questions that invite storytelling and reflection, such as what made someone laugh, what surprised them, or what challenged them during the day. A central theme of the episode is the power of listening to understand rather than listening to fix. Dave shares his own experience of wanting to jump into problem-solving…

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