Extraordinary Dads

Extraordinary Dads

Donal Murphy and Matthew Marichiba

Episodes 13
Avg. Duration 54m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 3.7 (3)
Since May 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Months
Format
Episodic
Consistency
79%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

We’re two ordinary dads with an avid interest in what makes fatherhood extraordinary. Each episode, we sit down with another dad to explore the full spectrum of parenting: from the brightest highs to the toughest lows. We dig into unsung stories of care, love, frustration, joy, disappointment, and everything in between. This podcast is about modern dads navigating the evolving landscape of parenting. Together, we learn and celebrate the practical habits and hard-earned insights that help us feel more successful as parents. Real talk. Honest reflection. Occasional swearing.

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Recent Episodes

“I have to give myself grace.” Manish, Stay-at-home Dad

Mar 14, 2026 54m

In this episode, we have an engaging, thoughtful, and heartfelt conversation with our guest, Manish, a stay-at-home dad. Manish shares his journey from working in tech in Silicon Valley to becoming a…

What is the sound of two dads flapping? Part 2: The XOD 1 Year Anniversary!

Jan 25, 2026 42m

In this episode Donal and Matthew reflect on the first year of the Extraordinary Dads podcast. Is it doing what they expected? How is it different than planned? What are we asking of the dads…

"I'm the Dad he wishes he was." Steve, Martial Arts School Owner

Nov 26, 2025 54m

In this conversation, Steve, owner of the Santa Cruz Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts School, shares insights into his life as a father and martial arts instructor. He discusses balancing parenting and…

"It's shaping me. I also get to change and grow." - Jeremy, Music Producer Dad

Oct 19, 2025 1h

In this conversation, Jeremy (a DIFFERENT Jeremy than last time!), a music producer and entrepreneur shares his experiences as a single dad with joint custody. He dwells on the importance of…

"Froggy Baby Daddy!" - Jeremy, New Dad

Sep 09, 2025 1h 8m

In this engaging episode of the Extraordinary Dads podcast, we sit down with Jeremy, a new dad navigating the joys and challenges of parenting an 18-month-old. Jeremy shares his experiences of…

"If you've met one person on the spectrum, you've met one person on the spectrum." - Chad, Autism Dad

Aug 13, 2025 55m

In this episode Chad, an “Autism dad,” shares his journey of parenting a neurodivergent child, and how it has shaped his marriage and family life. Chad discusses how his own diagnosis has brought…

"Dada Car!" - Max, Firefighter Dad

Jul 06, 2025 1h 2m

In this conversation, Max, a “fire killer,” shares his experiences navigating the challenges of parenthood while managing a demanding job. He discusses the unique schedule of a firefighter, the…

S1E6 "Being there. Being present. Being available and not turning kids down." - Larry, Dad of Dads!

May 31, 2025 47m

In this episode Donal and Matthew welcome Matthew's own dad, Larry. We had the pleasure of interviewing him while he visited recently, and he shared his continuing experience of being a dad to grown…

"Money as a means to family experiences." - Tom, financial advisor

May 16, 2025 55m

In this episode, we chat with Tom who shares his experiences and insights as a father, discussing the joys and challenges of parenting twins, his approach to teaching them values, and the importance…

S1E4 "Grow where you're planted" - Dan, Old Dad

May 09, 2025 49m

In this episode we meet Dan, a 68 year-old father of an 8 year old. Dan talks to us about his experience dadding past 60, about how age has shaped his approach to parenting. Dan works as a Catholic…

S1E3 "Logic and reasoning!" - Erik, Young Dad

May 08, 2025 1h 2m

In this episode we talk with 30 year-old dad Erik, the father of three children between 4 to 12 years old. He gives us an inside peek into the life and evolution of a young dad. Erik gives us the…

S1E2 "What is the sound of two dads flapping?" - Matthew & Donal kick things off

May 07, 2025 58m

Annnnnnd here we go! This is our first full episode following our format for conversations: Dads on mics. Drinks in hand. Running down three questions for each episode: What's working for you right…

S1E1 Origin Story

May 04, 2025 38m

Every podcast has a first episode, and this is ours! In this inaugural episode we discuss the genesis of this project and where we'd like it to go. The format for our conversation follows the format…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Extraordinary Dads have?

Extraordinary Dads has published 13 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is Extraordinary Dads still active?

Extraordinary Dads is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 54m.

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