Fatherhood Unscripted: A Dad Life and Parenting Podcast

Fatherhood Unscripted: A Dad Life and Parenting Podcast

Alec Hansen | Dj Clendenin

Episodes 120
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 4.2 (5)
Since Aug 2023
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
47%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Fatherhood Unscripted is a podcast for dads who want real, honest conversations about parenting, family, and faith. Hosted by Alec Hansen and DJ Clendenin, this dad life podcast explores the challenges and joys of fatherhood—mental health, legacy, relationships, and everything in between. Join us each week for authentic dad stories, expert insights, and encouragement for your fatherhood journey.

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Recent Episodes

Your Kids Are Watching You Grow Up Too

Apr 20, 2026 11m

I sat down to record something completely different… and this is where it went.This episode is about failure, growth, and what it really means to be a dad.We don’t have it all figured out—and we’re…

Why I Almost Quit This Podcast

Apr 13, 2026 11m

I stepped away from Fatherhood Unscripted… because something felt off. This episode is the reset—not just for the podcast, but for me as a dad. This isn’t just content anymore.This is a real-time…

EVERY DAD DOES THIS

Mar 23, 2026 5m

One of the funniest parts of becoming a dad is realizing you slowly turn into your dad.The things you said you’d never say… you start saying.The things you didn’t understand… suddenly make sense.And…

Kids Are Facing Things We Never Did

Mar 09, 2026 6m

The other day my kid came up to me and asked a question that every dad feels in his chest:“Dad… are you proud of me?”What he told me next stopped me in my tracks.He had been talking with a friend who…

Your Kids Will Inherit Your Anger

Feb 23, 2026 7m

You’re either breaking generational anger… or refining it.In Episode 3 of Becoming the Man Your Kids Will Remember, we talk about something every dad feels but few confront — anger.Not explosive…

Why Being There Matters More Than Doing More

Feb 16, 2026 6m

You can provide everything your kids need… and still be emotionally absent. In Episode 2 of Becoming the Man Your Kids Will Remember, we talk about the tension many driven dads feel — working hard,…

This Question Changed How I See Fatherhood

Feb 09, 2026 5m

What if the most important part of fatherhood isn’t what you provide — but who you’re becoming while you raise your kids?In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, I kick off a new podcast series…

Your Kids Are Watching More Than You Think

Jan 28, 2026 6m

Being a dad isn’t just about providing or being around—it’s about who you’re becoming in the process.In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec speaks directly to dads about the man their kids…

Don’t Waste This Year | A New Year Challenge for Dads

Jan 05, 2026 4m

A new year doesn’t require a new you—but it does require intention.In this New Year episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we’re speaking directly to dads who want to show up better this year—not…

Why Men Struggle in Silence

Dec 22, 2025 27m

What happens when men finally stop pretending everything is fine?In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec sits down with Joe Speredon to talk honestly about men’s mental health, community,…

What Every Girl Dad Needs to Know

Dec 15, 2025 33m

Being a dad is hard. Being a girl dad comes with a whole different set of challenges.In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, I sit down with Russell Kimura, founder of Fathers With Daughters and…

Men Aren’t Meant To Do Life Alone

Dec 08, 2025 43m

In today’s episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec sits down with Bryan Hurd, founder of The Evolution Project, to talk about men’s work, brotherhood, faith, and the power of saying yes to the life…

From Reactive to Present: The Fatherhood Shift Men NEED to Make

Dec 02, 2025 30m

Today on Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec sits down with men’s relationship coach Noel Cappelletti, a dad helping men stop reacting in anger and start leading their families with calm, grounded…

The #1 Thing Kids Need From Their Dad

Nov 17, 2025 7m

Today is a soft relaunch of the podcast — because life changed, the schedule shifted, and this season is going to look a little different. DJ is taking a longer hiatus, so for now I’m taking the…

Why Being a Dad Is the Best (and Hardest) Job in the World

Oct 27, 2025 37m

Modern fatherhood looks a lot different — and The Dumb Dads are showing us why that’s a good thing.In this Fatherhood Unscripted episode, Alec sits down with Evan and Kevin, the creators of The Dumb…

Why Dads Snap (and How to Stop It)

Oct 20, 2025 58m

In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec sits down with men’s coach Jason Schnitzer to talk about one of the toughest struggles dads face: losing our cool at home.We dive deep into emotional…

Fatherhood Podcast Milestone: 100 Honest Dad Conversations

Oct 14, 2025 21m

We’ve officially hit 100 episodes of Fatherhood Unscripted! 🎉What started at “DJ’s Table” has grown into one of the top dad podcasts for men, faith, and fatherhood. In this milestone episode, Alec…

The Heavy Truth About Fatherhood: Challenges Every Dad Faces

Oct 09, 2025 1h 2m

The Weight of Fatherhood dives deep with Kevin Clevenger, better known as Iron Sanctuary, in one of the most powerful and raw conversations we’ve had on Fatherhood Unscripted. Kevin opens up about…

Why True Peace Can’t Be Counterfeited

Oct 06, 2025 31m

In this powerful episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec sits down with Curtis J. Morley (Counterfeit Emotions Podcast) to dive into faith, peace, and the struggles dads face in today’s world.We talk…

Balancing Fatherhood and Legacy: Parenting, Work and Faith as a Dad

Sep 30, 2025 13m

In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec and DJ sit down to share some big updates with the community. 🎙️DJ opens up about entering a busy season with his family—three kids in sports, weekends…

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Fatherhood Unscripted: A Dad Life and Parenting Podcast has published 120 episodes since August 2023, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

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Fatherhood Unscripted: A Dad Life and Parenting Podcast is currently declining with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 28m.

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