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Nobody Warns You About This Part of Becoming a Dad
Feb 4, 2026
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Why Marriage and Parenting Are Work (And Most People Avoid It)
Jan 28, 2026
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56 Weeks of Consistency Changed Everything
Dec 31, 2025
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Technology is Consuming Our Lives (and We're Letting It)
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 2/4/26 |  Nobody Warns You About This Part of Becoming a Dad✨ | fatherhoodmental health+4 | Aaron Hodes | — | Chicago | fatherhoodpanic attack+6 | — | 35m 43s | |
| 1/28/26 |  Why Marriage and Parenting Are Work (And Most People Avoid It) | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk are joined by Brendan Hufford, founder of Growth Sprints, B2B SaaS content strategist, and father of four boys, for one of the most grounded and honest conversations yet on Two Dads in Tech. This episode isn’t about hacks or software, it’s about doing the work that actually matters. Brendan shares what it’s really like to build a successful company after leaving teaching, while raising four boys, showing up as a husband, and confronting the constant feeling of falling short, in fitness, family, faith, and focus. They dive deep into: Why marriage and parenting require intentional effort, not autopilot How kids mirror your habits faster than your advice The guilt-driven fuel many high performers run on, and why it breaks down Learning to work on your marriage instead of just existing inside it Morning routines, chaos, and leading a household of boys Therapy, self-awareness, and unlearning unhealthy motivation Faith as something woven into life, not forced or performative What Brendan refuses to repeat from his own upbringing The single piece of advice every dad and husband needs to hear This is a conversation about presence over perfection, effort over optics, and why the hardest work in life usually happens after business hours. — 🕒 Detailed Show Notes (0:00) New direction for Two Dads in Tech & focusing on human impact (1:15) Listener feedback: why stories matter more than software (2:00) Introducing Brendan Hufford (Growth Sprints, father of four) (3:00) Sports banter & Caleb Williams discussion (4:10) “How did you get here?” — life, family, business (7:30) Moving to Chicago & early career decisions (10:00) From teaching to B2B SaaS content strategy (12:30) Knowledge sharing vs selling online (16:45) Morning routines in a house with four boys (18:30) Kids mirroring habits (nail-biting story) (22:40) Marriage as work — not autopilot (23:30) Why most couples stop actively working on their marriage (27:30) Making more money but still feeling behind (31:00) Guilt as fuel — and why it’s dangerous long term (33:00) Therapy, introspection, and healthier motivation (36:00) Faith woven into life, not imposed (43:45) What not to repeat from your upbringing (47:00) Advice for dads and husbands (50:30) Journaling, reflection, and self-awareness (52:00) Where to find Brendan & final reflections — 🔗 Links • Brendan Hufford – https://brendanhufford.com • Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech – https://twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 #twodadsintech #fatherhood #marriage #parenting #podcast #dads #family #relationships #growth #mindset #business #life | 53m 23s | ||||||
| 12/31/25 |  56 Weeks of Consistency Changed Everything | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk ring in the New Year with one of the most honest and reflective episodes of Two Dads in Tech yet. After 56 straight weeks of publishing, the dads look back on what consistency actually costs—and what it gives back. From parenting seasons and marriage growth to audience-building, faith, and choosing joy in the middle of stress, this episode captures what it really looks like to build something slowly and intentionally. They talk openly about: Why consistency matters more than talent The episode that changed how they think about parenting and technology Letting go of perfection and just showing up Faith as a lived value, not a talking point Parenting seasons, patience, and learning to truly support your partner What happens when your kids reflect your behavior back to you Why audience-building compounds faster than almost anything else How Two Dads in Tech quietly became a real business Stress vs joy—and learning which one deserves your attention This is a year-end / New Year’s episode about momentum, reflection, and staying the course—even when you don’t fully know where it’s leading. — 🕒 Detailed Show Notes (0:00) New Year’s Eve energy & 365 days passing (1:00) December birthdays & parenting realities (2:20) Holidays, exhaustion & returning to work (3:50) Doing a year-in-review for Two Dads in Tech (4:20) The most impactful episode of the year (Nir Eyal) (5:30) Parenting vs technology & practical boundaries (7:00) Saying the hard things—and when a story needs its own episode (8:30) Sharing personal history & speaking openly (10:00) Faith as a lived part of life (11:20) Gratitude for the podcast team & operational consistency (13:00) When the podcast felt like a chore—and why that’s normal (14:30) Discovering the episodes that truly energize them (15:30) Why consistency comes before clarity (16:30) Parenting seasons & giving your partner freedom back (18:00) Kids being sick & patience as a daily practice (20:00) A child calling out unhealthy communication (22:00) Marriage, respect & modeling behavior for kids (24:30) Being more present—phones down, attention up (26:00) Owning parenting responsibilities with confidence (27:30) Where they fall short as dads & partners (29:00) Simple at-home dates & quality time (31:00) Professional wins & audience leverage (32:30) Building real revenue from community (34:30) Stress vs joy—and choosing perspective (36:00) Gratitude, reflection & Happy New Year — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 | 36m 50s | ||||||
| 12/27/25 |  Technology is Consuming Our Lives (and We're Letting It) | Troy Munson and Daniel Berk close out the year with one of the most honest and wide-ranging episodes of Two Dads in Tech yet. What starts as chaotic humor, Mad Libs, AI-generated chaos, and dad jokes, quickly turns into a serious conversation about technology addiction, the metaverse, robots in our homes, and how much of life we’re quietly giving away to comfort. In this episode, they talk about: Why technology consumes more of our lives than we realize How the metaverse and virtual worlds are closer than we think Robots living inside homes, and the privacy implications Elon Musk, extreme wealth, and the Mars debate Global warming, flooding cities, and living with environmental reality Social media dependence and why walking away isn’t that simple What they want to leave behind in 2025 Choosing discomfort, intentional living, and real experiences over convenience Vision boards, bucket lists, and redefining success as parents This is a reflective, end-of-year episode about slowing down, asking better questions, and being more intentional with technology, time, and life — one conversation at a time. — 🕒 Detailed Show Notes (0:00) Mad Libs chaos & AI-generated nonsense (2:30) Humor, absurdity & why play matters (5:00) Kids, parenting stories & real-life chaos (8:30) The metaverse and online-only relationships (10:00) Why we’re closer to virtual worlds than we think (12:30) Robots inside homes & privacy concerns (14:30) Elon Musk, wealth & colonizing Mars (16:00) Sponsor: Zapier & automations (19:30) Extreme wealth vs real-world problems (20:00) Global warming & flooding cities like Charleston (22:40) “What are you leaving behind in 2025?” (25:00) The comfort trap & technology addiction (27:30) Choosing discomfort intentionally (28:30) Solo hikes, disconnecting & mental clarity (30:00) Vision boards & redefining success (32:30) Why vulnerable episodes resonate most (34:40) Making the world slightly better, one episode at a time (35:00) Merry Christmas & year-end wrap-up — 🔗 Links • Get started with Zapier now: https://bit.ly/4ooQhlb • Daniel Berk – / danielberk • Troy Munson – / troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – | 35m 22s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 |  ChatGPT is Losing the AI Race | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk return with one of the most wide-ranging and thought-provoking episodes of Two Dads in Tech yet. It starts with a hot take: ChatGPT may not live up to the hype. From there, the conversation expands into the evolving AI race, why tools like Gemini are quietly outperforming expectations, and how AI is reshaping creativity, design, data analysis, and content creation. But this episode goes deeper. The dads unpack the Dead Internet Theory, fake engagement, AI-generated comments, and why it’s becoming harder to tell what — and who — is real online. They talk openly about LinkedIn burnout, creator exhaustion, and the pressure to perform authenticity instead of living it. Along the way, they explore: Why brand power (Roomba, Band-Aid, Kleenex) outlives innovation How AI is unlocking creativity for non-technical people The difference between being busy and actually moving your life forward Why most people build lives they can tolerate, not lives they want The importance of journaling, habits, and mental health check-ins Why asking friends “are you okay?” matters more than ever This episode blends AI, philosophy, mental health, and modern life into a brutally honest conversation about where we’re headed — and how to stay human along the way. — 🕒 Detailed Show Notes (0:00) Hot take: ChatGPT may not live up to the hype (1:00) Roomba, bankruptcy & brand saturation (2:00) Competition kills novelty — AI parallels (3:00) Gemini vs ChatGPT: real usage comparisons (4:00) AI image & video generation gets scary good (5:00) Using AI for thumbnails, design & creativity (6:00) AI empowering non-technical creators (8:30) The Dead Internet Theory explained (10:00) Fake engagement, bots & AI comments (12:00) Can social media survive authenticity fatigue? (14:00) LinkedIn burnout & algorithm obsession (16:00) Why real communities beat platforms (19:30) Being busy vs making progress (21:30) Building a life you tolerate vs a life you want (23:00) Sponsor: Zapier & automations (26:00) Brand names becoming everyday language (28:30) TikTok tragedy & mental health reminders (30:00) Men bottling emotions & journaling (33:00) Habits vs your “true self” (35:00) Fitting in vs being authentic (38:30) Final reflections & community call-to-action — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 | 39m 28s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 |  Waht Does Your Dream Life Look Like? | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk are back with one of the most thought-provoking episodes of Two Dads in Tech yet. It starts with a simple question: if $30,000 hit your account right now and you had 24 hours to spend it—what would you actually do? But quickly, the conversation turns into something much bigger. From widening driveways and buying Jeep Wranglers, to traveling across Europe, living in Spain, dreaming about Tokyo, and questioning what retirement really means, this episode dives deep into meaning, community, faith, and personal values. The dads explore: Why retirement isn’t about stopping work—but choosing meaningful work Travel as a tool for perspective, not escape Why real language learning only happens through discomfort Meditation, prayer, and staying grounded in a hyper-connected world Parenting without forcing beliefs—and allowing kids to choose their own path Why assuming positive intent makes the world better (with boundaries) The danger of avoiding life’s hardest questions This is an episode about slowing down, thinking deeper, and choosing intentionality—in parenting, belief systems, and everyday life. — 🕒 Detailed Show Notes (0:00) Cold open and chaotic banter (1:30) Widening driveways, home projects & the $30k problem (3:00) The rule: 24 hours to spend $30,000 (4:00) Travel vs stuff—Europe is cheaper than you think (6:00) Spain, Portugal, Italy & the digital nomad pipeline (7:30) What “retirement before 40” actually means (9:00) Building community instead of chasing money (10:30) Living abroad vs owning property (12:00) Cities with water, mountains & culture (Hong Kong, Seattle) (14:00) Meditation, prayer & grounding practices (16:00) Jeep Wranglers, community, and “Jeep ducking” (20:00) Traveling with kids & why Tokyo feels different (23:00) Language learning through immersion (China & Spain stories) (26:00) Why Duolingo won’t make you fluent (27:30) Raising kids with values—without forcing belief (30:00) Studying religion, culture & philosophy (32:00) Assuming positive intent (without being naïve) (35:00) Why discomfort is necessary for meaning (38:00) Avoiding life’s biggest questions (41:00) Cliffhangers, philosophy & wrap-up — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 #twodadsintech #podcast #life #parenting #fatherhood #meaning #travel #faith #mindset #values #community #dads | 43m 26s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 |  Does Toxic Masculinity Cause Mental Health Issues? | Troy Munson – LinkedIn and Daniel Berk – LinkedIn celebrate one year of Two Dads in Tech — 52 weeks of honest conversations about tech, fatherhood, marriage, mental health, and what it really means to balance it all. In this milestone episode, they unpack everything from back injuries and parenting chaos to toxic masculinity, suicide prevention, and the strange world of going viral online. They also talk openly about: The fear that “my kids will think I worked too much” Why men struggle to talk about mental health and emotions Breaking toxic masculinity and redefining what strength means How creating online leads to unexpected opportunities Parenting exhaustion, brushing teeth battles & dad guilt Using tools like Zapier & Beehiiv to power content & growth It’s raw, funny, honest, and deeply human — exactly what Two Dads in Tech has been for a year straight. • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – / danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – / troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8F... • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Get started with Zapier now: https://bit.ly/4ooQhlb (0:00) Sponsor: Zapier & automation for creators (1:00) Back pain, holidays & getting old (3:00) Diet, inflammation & dad health hacks (4:00) Parenting fear — “My kids will think I worked too much” (7:00) Redefining masculinity: protectors, not suppressors (9:00) Teaching sons emotional intelligence (13:00) Suicide awareness & men’s mental health ( | 44m 04s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 |  10 CRUCIAL Questions to Ask at Thanksgiving | Welcome to episode 51 of Two Dads in Tech — packed with laughter, honesty, and the occasional deep thought between bites of turkey. From debating whether turkey is overrated, to the funniest and pettiest things they’re thankful for, to family traditions and awkward dinner questions — this episode has everything you love about Two Dads in Tech: humor, vulnerability, and genuine human connection. They also touch on: Why Thanksgiving dinners are secretly surface-level (and that’s okay) What questions actually spark good family conversations The art of embracing embarrassment Learning how to open up emotionally as men and dads How gratitude evolves with age and kids The truth about public speaking fears and personal growth This episode is equal parts hilarious and heartfelt — a reminder that sometimes, the best conversations happen around the dinner table. 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) Thanksgiving vibes & family plans (1:10) Is turkey actually overrated? (3:00) What is “confit” and why does Troy know this? (5:00) Meeting LinkedIn friends IRL (7:00) Daniel’s rise on X (Twitter) and viral moments (10:00) The problem with online opinions (12:00) The “Top 10 Thanksgiving Questions” game (16:00) Replacing old traditions with new ones (18:00) The pettiest things we’re thankful for (20:00) Serious vs funny family conversations (22:00) Opening up emotionally and learning to express yourself (25:00) Favorite quotes and personal mantras (27:00) Potato debates: mashed vs baked vs tots (29:00) Health habits, less alcohol, more time (33:00) Quick-fire life questions: marriage, money & mindset (36:00) Gratitude, family, and getting older 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – / danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – / troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – | 37m 58s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 |  beehiiv just became the everything app for your online business | Troy Munson and Daniel Berk – dive deep into beehiiv’s biggest update yet — the Winter Release Event — and break down how it’s completely reshaping the creator economy. From websites, link-in-bio pages, and AI web builders to digital products, native ads, and automation — beehiiv is becoming the all-in-one operating system for creators, businesses, and media companies. Daniel, who works at beehiiv, walks through how the platform evolved from a simple email tool to a complete content ecosystem, while Troy shares what it’s like using beehiiv firsthand for Two Dads in Tech and Eat With Troy. They cover: Why beehiiv is replacing tools like Substack, Mailchimp & Patreon. How creators are using beehiiv to launch full businesses. The truth about migrating from other platforms. How beehiiv’s new AI website builder and analytics work. The secret to list hygiene, onboarding, and email automation success. The rise of the “Content Economy” — and why beehiiv wants to own it. This is the episode for anyone building an audience, starting a media company, or creating a newsletter in 2025. — 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) What is beehiiv? & the Winter Release Event recap (1:20) The Apple-style keynote & major product launches (3:00) New tools — websites, link-in-bio, dynamic content, and AI web builder (4:00) Native ad network + web analytics (6:00) beehiiv as the “operating system” for the content economy (8:00) Who beehiiv is (and isn’t) for — perfect ICP breakdown (11:00) Media companies, creators, and SaaS businesses using beehiiv (13:00) Migration from Mailchimp, Substack, etc. (15:00) Free plan, trials & how to profit from beehiiv (16:00) How to monetize newsletters the right way (18:00) List hygiene, domain reputation, and best email practices (20:00) Automations, drip sequences, and onboarding tips (22:00) Competing with Patreon and the power of Stripe (24:00) beehiiv’s future roadmap — podcasting & full creator OS (26:00) Agency partners, onboarding, and support (28:00) How to start today + beehiiv resources — 🔗 Links Get started on beehiiv: https://www.beehiiv.com/?via=ccef5a beehiiv’s Winter Release Event: • beehiiv Winter Release 2025 | Full Event Very Good Newsletters on beehiiv: https://www.goodnewsletters.io/ Very Good Websites on beehiiv: https://www.goodwebsites.io/ Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8F... Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | 28m 53s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 |  Laid Off by Tech, Building My Own Dream Instead | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk return for a fast-paced, idea-filled episode of Two Dads in Tech. From mass layoffs at Amazon to side projects going viral, this conversation captures the modern tech dad experience — trying to build something real while the world keeps changing. Troy shares how his new project Eat with Troy blew up to 200 K views and free restaurant deals in a week, while Daniel accidentally created a 10,000-member running community in 24 hours. They dig into: Why tech layoffs might actually spark the next wave of creators. How to launch a viral side project in under a minute. What most founders get wrong about content and authenticity. Building family rhythms around work, hobbies, and travel. It’s the perfect blend of startup energy, dad banter, and creator mindset — a reminder that you don’t need permission to build something great. — 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) Audio chaos and Amazon layoffs (2:00) At-will employment and why it’s brutal in America (5:00) Starting Eat with Troy — best wings in Wisconsin (7:00) AI tools and comment scraping for restaurant ratings (8:00) Going viral overnight — 200 K views in 4 days (10:00) How founders lose their voice on the internet (12:30) Why being “uncomfortable” online is a good sign (14:00) Creating Runners of ECS — 1,000 members in 24 hours (16:00) Merch, branding, and why good swag matters (18:00) Parent moments — snow, skiing, and dad adventures (20:00) Running half marathons & training through sickness (24:00) Marathon plans and consistency as a mindset (26:00) Trips, vacations, and family balance (32:00) Daniel’s brother — professional poker player (38:00) Fatherhood, travel, and supportive partners (40:00) Palmetto Parents growth and newsletter tactics (42:00) Closing thoughts and big plans for 2026 — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai #twodadsintech #fatherhood #tech #entrepreneurship #layoffs #creator #startups #viralcontent #parenting #business #sidehustle #podcast #founderstory #dadlife | 40m 59s | ||||||
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| 11/5/25 |  Losing My Bestfriend at 17 - How It Shaped Me | Troy Munson https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk –https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk return with one of the most vulnerable and powerful conversations yet on Two Dads in Tech. For the first time, Troy opens up about the night he lost his best friend in a tragic drunk driving accident at 17 — a story that changed his life forever. From growing up without a father to becoming one himself, Troy reflects on grief, guilt, and how loss shaped the way he sees love, fatherhood, and the value of time. Daniel guides him through memories of a rough childhood, abusive stepfathers, disconnection, resilience, and healing, leading to a brutally honest reflection on fear of death, PTSD, and parenting with empathy. This isn’t just a story about tragedy — it’s about what comes after. How one moment can redefine how you show up as a husband, a father, and a human. If you’ve ever lost someone, struggled with guilt, or wondered how to turn pain into perspective, this episode will stay with you long after it ends. — 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) Cold open – new background & office talk (4:30) Daniel’s Co-working dream & podcast studio idea (5:30) Anthony’s episode recap & framing this conversation (6:00) Childhood: no father, tough stepdad, and early struggles (8:00) Family, addiction, and growing up around trauma (10:00) Escaping chaos and learning resilience (14:00) Finding out his biological dad died — 6 months later (17:00) Moving to Connecticut, quitting sports, becoming shy (21:00) Teenage years, first love, rebellion, and risky choices (22:00) The night everything changed — “He died on my lap.” (25:00) Processing trauma, loss, and survivor’s guilt (27:00) PTSD, fear, and learning to trust again (31:00) Premonition — “Don’t get into a black car.” (33:00) Fear of death, parenting, and finding purpose (36:00) College, marriage, and moving forward (41:00) Lessons for his kids — honesty, safety, empathy (44:00) Final reflections — what really matters as a parent — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 42m 50s | ||||||
| 10/29/25 |  The Silent Breakup (When Kids Take Over Your Relationship) | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk –https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk dive deep into one of the most real conversations any parent can have: are we parenting in fear? From the growing backlash against gentle parenting to the pressure of raising resilient kids in a chaotic world, this episode pulls zero punches. They talk about toddler meltdowns, regret, comparison culture, and why so many millennial parents secretly feel like they’re failing — even when they’re not. The dads open up about burnout, guilt, and mental health, tackling questions like: Are modern parents too afraid to let their kids fail? Is social media making us worse moms and dads? Why do most fathers struggle to ask for help? They also share raw stories about sleepless nights, career regrets, feeling disconnected, and the loneliness of modern parenthood — with some needed humor on Love Is Blind, Costco rage, and irrational pet peeves to keep things real. This episode is equal parts gut punch and therapy session, a reminder that every parent is figuring it out — and that talking about it might be the most important step. — 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) Intro, banter & Donald Duck impressions 🦆 (0:30) The end of “gentle parenting”? (1:20) Gen Z parents and the return of discipline (3:00) Why every dad loses it sometimes (and how to step away) (7:00) Toddler sleep PTSD & newborn chaos (10:00) Parenting guilt and the “I got this” trap (13:00) Love Is Blind, physical attraction & modern relationships (20:00) Building your utopia: bonfires, lakes, and no mosquitoes (24:00) Irrational anger: Costco, liberals & slow walkers (27:00) Biggest regrets: career, parenting, and lost time (34:00) Tech distractions, viral moments & being present (36:00) Fear-driven parenting & comparison culture (40:00) Advice for struggling parents: just tell someone (44:00) Dad support groups, mental health, and real connection (46:00) Closing thoughts & partnership invites — 🔗 Links • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai #twodadsintech #parenting #fatherhood #mentalhealth #parenting2025 #parentingadvice #gentleparenting #burnout #comparisonculture #dadlife #techdads #modernfatherhood #family #relationships #marriage #parentingtips | 46m 24s | ||||||
| 10/22/25 |  A Midlife Crisis Before 40 - Are We Doing Life Wrong? | Episode 46: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk open up about midlife shifts, burnout, and finding meaning beyond work. From Troy’s recent Dimmo pivot to raw conversations about mental health, selfishness vs. self-care, and why life behind a screen can feel empty, this episode hits deep. The dads get vulnerable about identity, parenting, and the quiet weight many people carry but never voice. What starts as a business update turns into an unfiltered look at purpose, loss, and what really matters when the noise stops. — Show Notes: (0:00) Launch day: Troy breaks down Dimmo’s pivot and new focus (0:45) The grind of startup life without big marketing budgets (1:30) What’s actually working in outbound today (3:30) Social algorithms, LinkedIn reach, and why virality can feel fake (5:00) Beehive’s story and how email is being reinvented (6:30) The power of organic impressions and building real audiences (7:00) Do audiences matter outside of tech? (Reddit, Quora, X) (8:00) The attention economy—are we leaving it or just renaming it? (9:30) Why “eyeballs = revenue” still rules every platform (11:00) Reddit as the last honest corner of the internet (12:00) Coffee, burnout, and managing ADHD during the grind (13:00) Troy’s routine change that killed his afternoon crash (14:00) Running, training, and the mental game of staying disciplined (16:00) Moab 240, ultras, and the insanity of endurance athletes (19:00) Why some pain is chosen—and some isn’t worth it (20:00) The case for being “selfishly healthy” as a parent and partner (21:00) Putting mental health first so you can show up for others (22:00) The fine line between balance and burnout (24:00) Marriage, faith, and where selfishness crosses into neglect (26:00) Early mornings, exhaustion, and the cost of self-discipline (27:00) TikTok tears: the story that broke Troy (28:00) Midlife reflections: am I living the right way? (29:00) Escaping screens, chasing sunsets, and booking spontaneous trips (31:00) Grief, loss, and remembering people are hurting silently (33:00) Teaching empathy to your kids through small actions (34:00) Why gratitude hits harder after you cry (35:00) A new podcast idea: talking to random people about what they’re going through (36:00) Suicide awareness and how often “the signs” don’t show (38:00) Why men need more spaces to talk about what’s real (39:00) Reconsidering what Two Dads in Tech could become (40:00) Closing reflections: impact, purpose, and what comes next — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 40m 15s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 |  Gen Z Parents are Ditching Gentle Parenting | Episode 45: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – get brutally honest about parenting, burnout, and the fine line between patience and losing it. From gentle parenting and “aggressive dad moments” to marriage dynamics, comparison culture, and raising kids in a world of fear, this episode is raw, funny, and deeply relatable. They open up about moments they’re not proud of, what keeps them grounded, and how to stay sane while raising tiny humans in the chaos of tech and modern life. — Show Notes: (0:00) Welcome back! Gentle parenting vs. real-world parenting (0:55) The new survey: 54% of Gen Z parents say “no” to gentle parenting (2:10) Defining “gentle,” “aggressive,” and everything in between (5:00) Boiling points: when you have to step away before losing it (7:00) Sleepless nights, toddler chaos, and the mental toll on parents (10:00) The car scream test: surviving newborn cries while driving (12:15) Why people without kids will never really get it (13:00) Love Is Blind, attraction, and the psychology of relationships (17:00) Can emotional connection create physical attraction? (20:30) Building your “utopia” – what stays, what goes, and what drives you nuts (24:00) Irrational anger: Costco aisle people, liberals, and slow walkers (27:00) Stubborn people and the danger of being “always right” (28:00) Biggest career regrets – leaving too early, chasing salary, starting too late (29:30) Parenting regrets – being present vs. just being there (34:00) Why tech and distraction are stealing parenting moments (36:00) Is fear driving modern parenting? (37:00) Comparison culture and social media’s impact on raising kids (39:00) Helicopter parents and kids facing the real world (40:00) Advice for struggling parents: tell someone (43:00) Dad support groups, community, and finding people who get it (44:00) Why men need to talk more about mental health (45:00) Building community without burning out (46:00) Closing thoughts: empathy, honesty, and what’s next — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 46m 27s | ||||||
| 10/8/25 |  Lovable and Sora 2 Will Change How AI is Used | Troy Munson and Daniel Berk break down the two biggest tech revolutions of 2025 — OpenAI’s Sora 2 and Vibe Coding — and what they mean for creators, coders, and the future of work. From AI-generated movies to apps that can build themselves from a single sentence, this episode dives into how prompting is becoming the new superpower — and why the next billion-dollar company might be written, not coded. They also debate whether Sora will kill TikTok, whether Hollywood can survive AI, and if real human creativity still matters when machines can make everything look perfect. Between hot takes, dad jokes, and future startup ideas (including energy-efficient prompts and AI power grids), this is one of the most mind-bending Two Dads in Tech episodes yet. If you care about AI, the future of coding, or just want to know how close we are to AGI running the world — this episode will leave your brain spinning. — 🕒 Show Notes (0:00) Cold open – AI drama & dad banter (0:30) The Sora launch: cinematic AI videos that feel real (4:00) Will Sora replace TikTok and Instagram? (6:00) How can we tell what’s real anymore? (7:30) “The future of work is whoever writes the best prompt” (9:00) Can AI-generated media ever replace human connection? (10:10) The rise of Sora creators and AI influencers (15:00) Why AI art still needs human meaning (20:00) “We’ve already been played” – the illusion of real content online (25:00) Vibe Coding explained: building apps just by typing (27:00) The Lovable Cloud and how it kills backend engineering (29:00) The next billion-dollar idea: power grids, data centers & prompt efficiency (36:00) AI jokes, dad duties, and rapid-fire questions (39:00) “Would you fight 100 duck-sized Elon Musks?” 🦆 (40:00) Wrap-up: The human side of AI, creativity, and chaos — 🔗 Links • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8F... • Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 41m 04s | ||||||
| 10/1/25 |  The Benefits of Having AI in Your Child's Life | Episode 43: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk flip the script for a forward-looking episode on technology, parenting, and the moral compass of the next generation. From asking how AI will improve kids’ lives, to exploring connection in a digital-first world, to unpacking the risks of peer pressure, catfishing, and moral drift, this one spans the hopeful and the heavy. They cover everything from the metaverse and online friendships, to pediatric AI, Theranos déjà vu, and even why landscaping might be the ultimate fallback plan. Equal parts thoughtful, funny, and grounded in real dad life—this is Two Dads in Tech at their most future-focused. — Show Notes: (0:00) Birthday wishes and flipping the script on tech’s impact (0:26) How AI could improve kids’ lives, not just harm them (1:14) From libraries to ChatGPT: what learning looks like now (3:44) Starting a business with AI—from names to logos (5:02) Connection in the age of FaceTime vs. lost letters in WWII (6:45) Troy & Daniel’s friendship—never meeting IRL but real nonetheless (8:34) Gen Z & Gen Alpha: online-first friendships and future peer groups (9:59) Why the metaverse flopped—and why AI adoption changes everything (13:12) Philosophy thought experiment: when does a chair stop being the same chair? (14:45) Catfishing, self-presentation, and versions of “you” in different settings (17:23) Skateboarding, peer pressure, and the dangers of belonging (19:27) What will peer pressure look like in 2035? (21:29) Shifting moral compasses and the speed of social change (23:14) Parenting kids’ moral compasses in a dark internet age (25:28) The art of disconnecting—detachment, Opal app, and phone blocking (27:58) Tech backlash: will kids rebel against laptops like we rebelled against books? (33:09) AI in pediatric health care: opportunities and risks (37:04) Theranos: fraud, prison, and was it just before its time? (39:22) AI agents, automation, and the future of work (40:47) Landscaping as the ultimate fallback career (42:45) Half marathons, training advice, and running apps (43:53) Shoutout to Momentous: protein, collagen peptides, recovery (44:35) Tango AI: automating sales workflows and end-of-quarter grind (45:15) Parenting solo: Troy’s weekend with both kids (46:06) DoorDash tiramisu and late-night dad wins (46:41) Wrapping up, gratitude, and looking ahead to 52 episodes — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 46m 54s | ||||||
| 9/25/25 |  Why Your Bathroom Habits Are Actually DISGUSTING | Troy Munson and Daniel Berk return for a raw, funny, and surprisingly insightful episode of Two Dads in Tech. From getting scammed on Hamilton tickets in Chicago, to the hilarious reality of dad staches, public restrooms, and dude wipes, to viral investing tweets and whether copying politicians on Robinhood is genius or insane this one is packed with unfiltered stories. They dive into fatherhood chaos, marathon training woes, poker-playing brothers in Vegas, and even how AI can now write bedtime stories for your kids in seconds. It’s a mix of tech, parenting, investing, and the everyday awkward truths of being a dad in 2025. Equal parts comedy, tech banter, and dad-life honesty, this episode takes you from Wall Street apps to bathroom etiquette without missing a beat. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show Notes: (0:00) Cold open: birthdays, banter & Momentous sponsor plug (2:10) Dad stache debates & Chicago shoutouts (5:02) The $3,000 Hamilton ticket scam story (7:30) Dude wipes, bidets, and why America’s bathrooms are gross (10:30) Shoes in the house & hardwood floors problem (14:05) Viral Robinhood tweet: copying politicians’ investments (15:40) Nvidia, Tesla, Fiverr, and the AI investing dilemma (18:25) GameStop nostalgia & RadioShack’s viral moment (18:32) Marathon training, injuries, and overpriced races (22:00) Oracle, TikTok, and tech billionaires reshaping the world (25:02) AI bedtime stories for kids & parenting hacks (27:00) Dad life updates: toddlers, big appetites, and family chaos (28:14) Brothers, poker in Vegas, and generational gaps (30:00) Raw wrap-up: no cuts, just real -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links: • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8F... • Listen on Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 30m 50s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 |  The United States Has Never Really Been United | Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk return for one of the rawest Two Dads in Tech episodes yet. From the shock of watching traumatic world events unfold online, to the weight of polarization in America, to the very real personal cost of chasing success—this conversation pulls no punches. They dig into trauma, health, equity, time management, and even the eerie possibilities of digitizing human consciousness. Equal parts heavy, honest, and hopeful, it’s a look at fatherhood, tech, and mental health when the world feels upside down. — Show Notes: (0:00) Cold open: “I quit” and starting mid-conversation (0:22) Banter, birthdays, and shoutouts (1:50) Processing a heavy week in America (3:10) Polarization, faith, and feeling unsafe (5:01) Why this week “happened to me” vs. just the world (6:14) Accidentally watching traumatic videos online (7:23) Real-life trauma flashbacks and PTSD triggers (8:43) Collective group-mind reactions and viral responses (10:03) Polarization: saint or devil narratives (10:34) V for Vendetta, movements, and amplified voices (12:28) History lens: superpowers, cycles, and U.S. division (14:08) Why America has never been fully “united” (16:07) Are we a healthy country? Defining the terms (17:27) Humans are becoming less healthy, not more (19:06) Knowledge is power—and apathy (21:23) Inequity, access, and why Flint still matters (23:13) The personal cost of chasing success (25:12) Fatherhood pressure not to miss moments (26:12) Mental health sacrifices for startup grind (28:09) Why yoga, prayer, and “wasting time” are life hacks (29:31) Time management, Elon’s 5-minute rule, and wasted blocks (31:22) Why consistency beats bursts of productivity (32:23) Cryogenics, ethics, and digitizing consciousness (34:12) Coping vs. reality when recreating loved ones digitally (35:45) Movie recs: Goosebumps and Transcendence (36:02) Sponsor Momentous: protein, creatine, collagen peptides (37:07) Wrapping up: why this episode may have more nuggets than most — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 37m 53s | ||||||
| 9/3/25 |  From Facing Death to Building Multimillion Dollar Businesses | Episode 39: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Scott Leese – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleese – for one of the rawest and most vulnerable conversations yet. From surviving nine surgeries and an opioid addiction, to building billion-dollar startups and walking away from easy LinkedIn money, Scott opens up about resilience, authenticity, and the grind of sales. This episode dives into chronic pain, consulting truths, fatherhood fears, and why balance is harder—and more important—than ever. Equal parts battle story and blueprint, it’s a must-listen for anyone chasing success without losing themselves along the way. — Show Notes: (0:00) WWE-style intro for Scott Leese (2:24) Breaking down his consulting scope: sales, ops, recruiting, coaching (6:09) Authenticity on LinkedIn and walking away from thousands per post (9:38) Protecting reputation before money changes who you are (12:00) Scott’s hospital years: autoimmune disease, surgeries, and survival (14:27) Opioid addiction and going cold turkey at 27 (16:16) From near death to sales: why startups were his lifeline (20:29) PTSD, chronic pain, and the fear of leaving kids fatherless (22:10) Fatherhood, health scares, and changing priorities (25:13) Cold plunges, saunas, and 41 food allergies (27:00) Grounding rituals and staying even-keeled in business (33:17) Consulting truths: urgency, feedback, and big-market bets (39:01) The unicorn that gave him freedom to go solo (41:20) Lessons he wishes he’d learned earlier about aiming bigger (42:58) Feeling “almost accomplished” and launching a landscaping biz (44:33) The comparison trap, stoicism, and keeping perspective (46:16) Biggest advice: shrink the delta between idea and action (48:04) How much is a LinkedIn account really worth? (50:57) Instagram success: $300K in consulting from a new channel — Links: • Scott Leese’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleese • Daniel Berk’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 52m 39s | ||||||
| 8/27/25 |  How to Become Indistractable from Technology with Nir Eyal | Episode 38: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Nir Eyal – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal – for a deep dive into distraction, focus, and fatherhood. From the famous “superpower story” with his daughter, to why attention is the skill of the century, Nir unpacks how to control your time, your triggers, and your tech. The conversation covers parenting in the age of screens, the difference between use and abuse, and how AI might reshape learning and family life. Plus: reconciling Hooked and Indistractable, building better habits, and why being present is the ultimate superpower. — Show Notes: (0:00) Welcoming Nir Eyal, author of Hooked and Indistractable (1:15) The “superpower story” that changed how Nir views attention (3:55) Tech vs. parenting: when phones compete with kids (6:00) Why attention—not information—is the true skill of the century (10:20) Stories of millennial parenting and putting devices down (13:00) The 7-day digital disconnect challenge for families (14:20) Screen time vs. screen abuse: making the distinction (19:30) Internal triggers and why distraction starts within (27:30) How Nir uses AI for writing, notes, and parenting perspectives (30:00) The future of learning, AI, and education reform (36:00) Sponsor shoutout: Momentus supplements (36:30) Nir on handling distraction spirals in real time (45:20) Reconciling Hooked vs. Indistractable: use vs. misuse (48:45) Closing gratitude and where to find Nir online — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Nir Eyal's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai — Learn More About Nir: • Check out his book: http://geni.us/indistractable • Indistractable bonus content: http://www.nirandfar.com/indistractable/ • Indistractable summary article: https://www.nirandfar.com/skill-of-the-future/ • Timeboxing article: https://www.nirandfar.com/timeboxing/ • Values article: https://www.nirandfar.com/common-values/ • Free habit tracker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/habit-tracker/ • Free schedule maker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/schedule-maker/ • List of top articles: https://www.nirandfar.com/best-articles/ | 49m 07s | ||||||
| 8/20/25 |  How AI is Going to Shape Tech, Parenting, and Friendships | Episode 36: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – go raw and unfiltered on friends, faith, family, and tech. From why making “parent friends” feels like dating, to the loneliness vs. longevity debate of friendships, to whether kids today can still have a childhood without screens, this one swings from vulnerable to hilarious. They open up about religion, rebellion, legacy, and what it really means to live without tech (spoiler: it involves mowing lawns). Plus: Amish cabinets, TikTok golf kids, and whether leaving a ‘public legacy’ is actually overrated. — Show Notes: (0:00) Leaf blowers, protein shakes, and jumping straight in (2:00) Do friends actually make you happy—or can family be enough? (5:54) Deep friendships and the science of living longer (7:35) Parenting, daycare drop-offs, and the awkward art of making couple friends (10:58) Music in the park, golf buddies, and social media friend hacks (12:58) Facebook groups and finding lifelong “Sean and Ashton” friends (14:01) Nostalgia for playing outside vs. today’s tech-saturated childhoods (16:20) Tech exhaustion and apps that lock you out for sanity (22:07) Growing up religious, rebellion, and modern faith perceptions (25:30) Come-to-Jesus moments and rebuilding from a troubled past (28:11) Judgment, stereotypes, and walking on eggshells in 2025 (29:24) Could you survive—or earn a living—without technology? (33:36) Disconnect challenges, Amish stories, and “modern Amish” cabinets (34:46) Legacy talk: family impact vs. chasing public recognition (38:44) Commodities, Keith Lee, boat families, and the cost of freedom (42:10) “Tech Bros Network” ideas and doubling the pod cadence (44:08) Guests vs. no guests, views, and the behind-the-scenes of Two Dads in Tech (45:29) Sponsorships, newsletters, and a direct call to listeners — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 47m 06s | ||||||
| 8/13/25 |  This is the WORST Sales Advice EVER | Episode 36: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – swap PB&J tips, parenting wins, and hard truths about friendship, marriage, and work. From the hunt for “your Shawn and Ashton” couple friends, to rules of engagement that keep marriages healthy, to why “friendly jabs” aren’t so friendly, this one’s part comedy, part therapy. They also wade into LinkedIn etiquette, IPO dreams, controversial brand moves, and the psychology of being first in sales—or a job interview. Plus: creatine talk, hairline honesty, and why apologizing quickly might be the ultimate life hack. — Show Notes: (0:00) Diagnosing “Zachery disease” and celebrating 36 episodes (1:15) PB&J hacks, keto bread, and the great toast debate (3:55) The importance of friends in the same stage of life (6:00) Moving, parenting, and finding “your couple friends” (8:45) Why it’s harder to make parent friends than you think (10:00) Family proximity vs. social life trade-offs (13:15) Golden handcuffs, IPO myths, and equity realities (16:45) LinkedIn connection requests—notes or no notes? (21:40) Marriage compromises and rules of engagement (26:47) Never make your partner look bad in public (29:08) Meeting your spouse in Vegas—party stage to partnership (33:02) American Eagle’s controversial campaign and brand risks (38:48) The Jaguar rebrand rabbit hole (39:38) Worst sales advice ever taught (48:24) Why being first in sales—or interviews—matters (49:19) Arnold’s Pump Club, Momentous creatine, and cognitive benefits (52:15) Hairlines, caring less, and emotional triggers (54:55) Apologizing fast vs. often—strength or weakness? (55:32) Where to find every Two Dads in Tech episode and challenge yourself to a 7-day disconnect — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 42m 03s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 |  Anthony Natoli Almost Lost His Life to Gambling | Episode 35: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Anthony Natoli – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonynatoli – for one of the most vulnerable and powerful episodes yet. From gambling addiction and $100k in debt, to fitness transformation and mindset mastery, Anthony takes us through the dark valleys and high peaks of his life. He opens up about rebuilding from rock bottom, becoming a future father, and why inner peace—not external success—is the ultimate win. If you're building something big while trying to keep your head and heart in check, this one’s for you. — Show Notes: (0:00) Anthony joins the pod — with chocolate and charisma (1:45) Losing 34 pounds and the deeper mental win (4:10) “I’m 32, live in Jersey, and I optimize for joy” (6:00) Addiction patterns: gambling, food, and emotional escape (8:45) Childhood trauma, insecurity, and the pursuit of control (10:30) Gambling $1,000 parlays while in debt (12:20) Rock bottom: debt, weight gain, and a Brooklyn mom’s ultimatum (18:30) Joining GA and the turning point that saved his life (21:00) How recovery helped him find love—and himself (26:15) “You are enough”—the message Anthony wishes he heard sooner (29:00) Nataloli’s Nuggets: helping reps sell without burning out (30:45) The dream: a dog rescue, coffee shop, and gym (35:00) Finding time when life is full — and why influencer advice often misses the mark (40:45) Building ‘Offline’: an app to gamify unplugging (45:00) Stella Sweets, charcuterie boards, and resisting cookie temptation (47:00) What kind of dad Anthony wants to be—and why he’s ready — Links: • Anthony Natoli's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonynatoli • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 54m 27s | ||||||
| 7/30/25 |  How Parenthood Ruins Your Quality of Life | Episode 34: Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – and Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – dive headfirst into one of their spiciest topics yet: Should everyone have kids? They unpack the data on parenting and happiness, question cultural expectations, and get deeply personal about their own dad journeys. Along the way, they roast tech influencers, ponder digital dystopias, and ask why Gen Z seems over it all. It's philosophical, funny, and brutally honest — just how you like it. — Show Notes: (0:00) Podcasting with sick kids in the background (1:05) Why this might be our most controversial topic (2:10) “Should everyone have kids?” (4:50) Circumstantial happiness vs. purpose (7:00) The data on kids and happiness (it’s rough) (9:22) Would you be more fulfilled without kids? (11:30) Emotional cost of raising kids in chaos (13:40) Is entrepreneurship in your DNA or environment? (16:15) Teaching kids the mindset to build (18:00) The parenting paradox: burnout and joy (20:30) Dysfunction, divorce, and the cost to children (23:10) The “love tax” of raising kids (25:25) Should the world even have more people? (27:00) Tech utopias, AI gods, and digital disillusionment (30:15) Influencer culture and the fake front (33:10) Work sucks and Gen Z knows it (35:00) Building something bigger than yourself (37:30) Why legacy matters more than convenience (39:00) Final thoughts on parenting and privilege — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai — Follow the Two Dads: Subscribe, like, and share if you’re building, selling, or scaling in B2B SaaS. New episodes drop weekly. Want title ideas for this one too? | 49m 23s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 |  Moving Away from iPhone After 15 Years | Episode 33: Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – is back with Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – for a wide-ranging convo that spans euro trips, retirement blueprints, and AI clones. They riff on building wealth without burnout, why vacations matter more than birthday parties, and what happens when your AI twin outlives you. Also: the iPhone is mid, social media might be a drug, and Jeff Bezos (almost) gets a handshake. — Show Notes: (0:00) Subscribe on YouTube or else (0:29) Troy’s intervention? Rebrand talk and show structure (1:09) Why guests are hard (and unpaid help wanted) (2:42) Troy’s month in Europe vs. real life in South Carolina (4:55) Retire by 45 — or maybe 40? (7:03) Kids, wealth planning, and living now (9:04) What does “retirement” even mean anymore? (10:00) Angel investing, advising, and startup stakes (12:35) The Beehive bet and life after SaaS (14:04) Building wealth as a parent — risk and responsibility (16:00) Side hustle mentality and the $100K confidence (17:19) Digital afterlife and AI twins: what happens when you die? (19:02) AI clones at work — Adam Robbins goes full simulation (20:02) Scarlett Johansson vs. AI voices (21:03) Legal gray zones of deepfake content (22:00) TikTok shop, AI influencers, and automated income (23:14) Should the U.S. delete TikTok? (25:13) Gen Y, Yik Yak, and nostalgia apps (27:12) Gamified loneliness and doomscrolling depression (28:30) Are creators addicted, too? (30:50) Should social media exist at all? (34:15) What if the internet had a time limit? (36:00) Is distribution just another name for social media? (37:08) The future of wearables and AR (39:01) Is iPhone just… boring now? (41:26) Leaving Apple? Notes, texts, and bubble shaming (44:31) Merch plug, Bezos jokes, and outro banter — Links: • Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk • Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson • Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com • Shop Two Dads in Tech – https://shop.twodadsintech.com • Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP • Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964 • Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai | 45m 49s | ||||||
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