Thinking about celebrating Father’s Day with a little different spin this year? Instead of taking the dads in your life out to brunch and gifting them the proverbial tie, perhaps you could inspire them to become even better dads than they already are, wthrough podcasts. Here’s a list of some of trending podcasts for dads.

“First Class Fatherhood”

(Available at: Apple, Listen Notes, Spotify)

When it comes to podcasts for dads, few are as inspirational as First Class Fatherhood. Created and hosted by journalist Alec Lace, this podcast features interviews with more than 700 of the world’s most well-known male icons who are fathers including high-profile figures like Tom Brady, Tony Hawk, and Matthew McConaughey. They talk about their own childhood, what inspired them to become fathers, and what they’re doing to be the best dads they can be.    

“Modern Dadhood”

(Available at: Apple, Simplecast, Spotify)

Like First Class Fatherhood, Modern Dadhood also includes conversations with popular male celebrities and dads like news anchor Craig Melvin. In addition to celebrity guests, hosts Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket also interview dads from all walks of life, interspersed with anecdotes from their own lives. This long-running podcast, which Adam and Marc started back in 2019, has become popular in large part because of their fun and relatable conversations.    

“Positive Parenting - Mr. Dad”

(Available at: Apple, Listen Notes, Podchaser)

Armin Brott, the author of eight best-selling books for expectant dads, new dads, and dads of toddlers and teens, also hosts the popular podcast Positive Parenting – Mr. Dad. Described by Time Magazine as the “superdad’s superdad,” Armin talks to a variety of other experts about all aspects of fatherhood, including how to raise grounded and generous kids, the proper balance between autonomy and control, and how to inspire your kids to become great readers. 

“The Daily Dad”

(Available at: Apple, Audible, Spotify)

If the dads in your life like to receive their parenting advice in smaller chunks, The Daily Dad is a good choice. The brainchild of Ryan Holiday whose bestselling books have sold millions of copies, this podcast consists of bite-sized episodes that combine the lessons and wisdom of ancient philosophy, historical figures, modern psychology, and inspirational dads that Ryan knows personally. This is a great podcast for dads of all ages and walks of life.

 “Dad Talk”

(Available at: Apple, Podimo, Spotify)

Sometimes dads don’t want everything to be so serious – they just want to have a good laugh. When the mood strikes, encourage them to listen to Dad Talk, a popular podcast by comedians and first-time dads Tom Anderson and Derek Wenzell. Tom and Derek recount hilarious things that have happened to them and their kids on back-to-school night, out shopping, and during birthday parties, as well as many other everyday situations.