{"podcast":{"title":"The Dad Manual","slug":"the-dad-manual-7554137","podcast_index_feed_id":7554137,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-dad-manual","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/PcJcfVx2Sw5jO2OtWhkgYMldD7j3a6caz7IkVMF6G0k/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMWVh/NTk0NDViNmUyYWZl/Zjk4NDk3NWVjMWEy/NWYxYi5wbmc.jpg","author":"Andy Milad","episode_count":30,"summary":"The Dad Manual is a fatherhood podcast hosted by Tony Cooper, featuring honest conversations with dads about the real, unfiltered journey of parenthood. This parenting podcast for dads explores everything from the excitement of being a first time dad to navigating the teenage years. As one of the best podcasts for expecting dads and experienced fathers alike, we dive deep into what it actually means to be a modern dad—the struggles, the growth, the mistakes, and the moments that change you forever. Whether you're looking for a new dad podcast or seasoned parenting wisdom, this family podcast delivers the honest guidance you won't find in books.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T22:17:03.182957+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 3: Everything I Learned as a Girl Dad - Raising Daughters with Tony Elliott","slug":"ep-3-everything-i-learned-as-a-girl-dad-raising-daughters-with-tony-elliott","published_at":"2025-12-02T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137/ep-3-everything-i-learned-as-a-girl-dad-raising-daughters-with-tony-elliott","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa4096b3","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/aa4096b3/200e8024.mp3","summary":"Tony Elliott shares his journey raising two daughters through the lens of game styles, Love & Logic principles, and real-world trial and error. From tea parties to state championships, discover how understanding biological styles under pressure transforms parenting. Tony opens up about being harder on daughters versus sons, navigating different game styles between siblings, and why supporting the mother is the single most important job for any new dad. Whether you're a new dad podcast listener or raising teenagers, this conversation offers wisdom earned through decades of fatherhood. Key Takeaways: How Love & Logic consequences with empathy shaped parenting decisions Understanding your child's biological game style reduces conflict Girl dads experience unexpected fulfillment in father-daughter relationships Supporting the mother is the primary job for new fathers You don't need all the answers right now—solve one problem at a time Being present at every event matters more than you realize Different game styles require different parenting approaches Sleep deprivation is the first problem to solve together Your job transitions from provider to supporter as kids grow The joy in their accomplishments surpasses any personal achievement If you enjoyed The Dad Manual, leave us a rating on your podcast app! If you loved it, share this episode with a Dad! Send your questions to dadmanualpodcast@gmail.com. Connect with Tony Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetonycooper/","meta_description":"Tony Elliott shares his journey raising two daughters through the lens of game styles, Love & Logic principles, and real-world trial and error. From t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2917,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-dad-manual-7554137/episodes/ep-3-everything-i-learned-as-a-girl-dad-raising-daughters-with-tony-elliott/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137/ep-3-everything-i-learned-as-a-girl-dad-raising-daughters-with-tony-elliott.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}