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Dad At 65

by James Dudelson

Comedy Interviews Parenting

Season 2

Is It OK to Spy on Your Kids?

While some parents may be saying "James, how can you even think of spying on your children?" most of you have done it at one time or another, or have at least wished you had. I do spy on my son and have discovered the most effective ways to do so without weirding him out - or his friends. My producer Ana Clavell disagrees with my undercover activities, she wonders if I may be crossing a line that will create trust issues in the future. Does this mean I should not be using my spy cam sunglasses?

How to Create Routines That Work

Kids need routines, period. But what kind of routines work and which will only end in doom? James shares his insights on this topic from his book, Unlocking the Secrets to Successful Parenting, while co-producer Ana Clavell plays devil's advocate and questions the very notion of rewarding kids for tasks they have to do.

Can Parents Survive Without Coffee?

Do you ever find yourself wondering what fuels a parent's day? Host James Dudelson and special guest Ana Clavell examine the best choices for getting the energy flowing, be it through caffeine, good nutrition, exercise... even fried sugar-coated doughnuts!

Is Sibling Rivalry Unavoidable?

James tackles sibling rivalry by reliving his own experiences with his special guest, older brother Mark Dudelson! Dad at 65 producer Ana Clavell joins the conversation, shares research on the topic, and tries to call a truce between the quarreling brothers. Get James' new book, Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Parenting, available on Amazon and iBook! https://www.dadat65.com/books

Season 1

Finding Balance As A Single Parent

Are there ways a single parent can find a balance between work, kids, and personal life? James asks single mom and real estate agent Kelly Bogle, who's developed handy techniques to get everything done with minimum hassle or tear-shedding.

What Is the Best Parenting Style?

In this episode, we aim to find out what may be your best parenting style and help you become a better parent. As James discusses the four main parenting styles and gets graded on his skills by Aaron, our guest presenter Dan Miller shares his tried and true parenting wisdom, some popular with modern parents and some at odds with tradition.

Traveling with Kids vs Remote Parenting - featuring Deniece Williams

Grammy-Award® winner and "Queen of Soul" Deniece Williams joins us to chat about the challenges and rewards of traveling for work with her four kids in tow, the sacrifices she made, and how it all has been worth it in the end. James also shares his own remote parenting experience as a film executive on the road. You can also video stream this episode here: https://www.dadat65.com/podcast/traveling-with-kids-vs-remote-parenting

Why Are Kids Always Bored?

Ever wonder why kids are always bored? Well, we don’t have the answer but we have the remedy! Join James and Aaron as they hash their way through all sort of games - and help you pick one or two for your own toolbox.

Covid-19 and Your Child‘s Mental Health

SPECIAL EPISODE Are our children being affected mentally and emotionally by Covid-19? James speaks to expert Erin Bogdanski, therapist and founder of Thera VR, a cutting-edge mental health virtual reality technology she's spearheading as a tool to help bring children and young adults out of depression and other mental issues as a result of quarantine and Covid-19 exposure. You can reach Erin here: Email: ErinB@TheraVR.io Website: www.theravr.io Donations: https://givebutter.com/Xuu871 More about Erin and Thera VR: https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2019/03/25/thera-new-virtual-reality-treatment-helps-kids-grappling-with-mental-illness/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCl942C3FQE https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/28/well/mind/mental-health-kids-suicide.html https://youtu.be/3Krn5lVivdc

Technology & Happiness

James explores what it means to make a kid happy, drawing examples from his upcoming book Unlocking the Secrets to Successful Parenting: An Easy-to-Follow Guide for Raising Confident, Happy and Successful Kids (stay tuned for more details!) and discusses future technology with his son - what are the marvels that Aaron wants to see when he’s older?

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