{"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 8: Break the Bad, Pass on the Good: Second Chances at Fatherhood with Paul Crawford","slug":"ep-8-break-the-bad-pass-on-the-good-second-chances-at-fatherhood-with-paul-crawford","published_at":"2026-02-10T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137/ep-8-break-the-bad-pass-on-the-good-second-chances-at-fatherhood-with-paul-crawford","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dad-manual-7554137","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/d474cf12","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/d474cf12/3a830d4d.mp3","summary":"Breaking cycles and building bonds across two families and thirty years. Paul Crawford raised four children across two marriages and now brings grandfather wisdom to modern parenting challenges. From becoming a father at 29 while in grad school to navigating divorce, strained relationships, and ultimately reconnecting with his adult children, Paul shares raw insights about intergenerational trauma and conscious healing. This parenting podcast explores attachment theory, the critical importance of unconditional love, and how sometimes the best thing you can do for your kids is work on your relationship with your partner. Whether you're a new dad or navigating complex family dynamics, Paul's journey offers perspective on breaking bad patterns and passing on the good. Key Takeaways: Intergenerational trauma works itself out through you as a parent The first two years establish whether children trust their caregivers Working on your partnership is one of the best things you can do for your kids Grandparenting offers a second chance to apply hard-won wisdom Breaking cycles requires awareness of both good and bad impulses Allowing kids to fail teaches resilience and problem-solving Reconnection with estranged children is possible through patience Managing emotions during conflict creates better outcomes than winning arguments The biological bond with grandchildren is powerful and immediate New fathers should embrace good impulses while staying aware of inherited trauma 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/ (00:00) - Introduction and Paul's background (02:07) - Becoming a dad at 2…","meta_description":"Breaking cycles and building bonds across two families and thirty years. Paul Crawford raised four children across two marriages and now brings grandfathe…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3559,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-dad-manual-7554137/episodes/ep-8-break-the-bad-pass-on-the-good-second-chances-at-fatherhood-with-paul-crawford/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-8-break-the-bad-pass-on-the-good-second-chances-at-fatherhood-with-paul-crawford.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}