Episodes

  • The Kid Mero's Kids: Raising Kids and a Talk Show with The Kid Mero

    The Kid Mero's Kids: Raising Kids and a Talk Show with The Kid Mero
    Jan 28 2025
    In this episode of Business Dad, I talk with Joel Martinez, aka The Kid Mero, about his experiences as a father, his career in entertainment, and his Dominican American heritage. Mero discusses the wisdom passed down from his own parents, and also touches on his journey from teaching to co-hosting successful shows like Desus and Mero on Showtime. This episode was originally released on March 5th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    42 mins
  • Planning Daddy Daughter Nights, with Parker Conrad

    Planning Daddy Daughter Nights, with Parker Conrad
    Jan 23 2025
    In this episode of Business Dad, I interview Parker Conrad, founder of Rippling, an all-in-one, easy-to-use HR and IT platform for businesses. The episode touches on the values and lessons Parker aims to instill in his kids, the value of "daddy daughter nights", and seeing the world from your child's perspective. This episode was originally released February 27th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    33 mins
  • Navigating Fatherhood from Anxiety to Confidence, with Garry Tan

    Navigating Fatherhood from Anxiety to Confidence, with Garry Tan
    Jan 14 2025
    In this episode of Business Dad, I talk to Garry Tan about our experiences being venture capitalists and fathers. We share parenting hacks, favorite morning routines and creative ways of being present for our children. The conversation delves into our work together as co-founders of Initialized Capital, and how being active parents influences their work life. This episode was originally released February 20th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    34 mins
  • Balancing NBA Stardom, Health Challenges, and Fatherhood with Chris Bosh

    Balancing NBA Stardom, Health Challenges, and Fatherhood with Chris Bosh
    Jan 7 2025
    In this episode, I sit down with 11-time NBA All-Star Chris Bosh to delve into the challenges of balancing a high-profile sports career with fatherhood. We discuss how Chris managed his legendary career and personal life, the instrumental support from his wife, Adrienne, and his emotional journey post-retirement. This episode was originally released February 13th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    37 mins
  • Co-Founding a Family, with Scott Belsky

    Co-Founding a Family, with Scott Belsky
    Dec 17 2024
    In this episode of Business Dad, Alexis Ohanian talks with Adobe's chief product officer, Scott Belsky, about being a present father. Scott shares his journey from co-founding Behance to becoming an author and a top executive at Adobe- all while raising three children. Scott talks about encouraging creativity and curiosity in his kids, managing time effectively, and the importance of integrating work into family life. Scott also offers insights into the challenges and joys of parenthood, emphasizing the need to be easy on oneself and the value of creating quality experiences with children. This episode originally aired January 30th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    40 mins
  • From Defensive End to Finance with Justin Tuck

    From Defensive End to Finance with Justin Tuck
    Dec 10 2024
    In this episode of Business Dad, I sit down with former NFL All Pro Defensive End Justin Tuck. Justin shares insights from his 11-year football career, his transition to an MBA and role at Goldman Sachs, and how he balances his work ethic with family life. The conversation delves into his family's daily routines and rituals, and how he remains an active father and husband despite his varied and successful career. This episode was originally launched January 23rd, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    27 mins
  • Technologies Impact on Being a Dad with Nicholas Thompson

    Technologies Impact on Being a Dad with Nicholas Thompson
    Dec 3 2024
    In this episode of Business Dad, Alexis Ohanian talks with Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic. Thompson shares his views on screen time, the importance of dedicated family activities, and his unique bedtime story creation- Eggplant Parmesan. With a background including editing for NewYorker.com, Wired and authoring a book on cold war history, Thompson also discusses the impact of technology on work-life balance and his strategies as a hands-on dad. This episode originally aired on January 16th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    30 mins
  • When Parenting Is Not That Funny with Hasan Minhaj

    When Parenting Is Not That Funny with Hasan Minhaj
    Nov 26 2024
    Alexis Ohanian interviews comedian Hasan Minhaj on the challenges of balancing an explosive comedy career and fatherhood. Hasan reflects on his journey from his role on 'The Daily Show' to his Peabody Award-winning Netflix series 'The Patriot Act', and discusses the demands of both his professional and personal life. They discuss the lessons learned from their immigrant relatives, and the importance of establishing routines with their families. Hasan also shares insights on how his upbringing influenced his career and perspectives on the future America his daughter will grow up in. This episode originally aired January 6th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
    Show More Show Less
    36 mins