Radio Dad with Mike Austin

Fatherhood is a noble calling that all dads should embrace. Dads should be celebrated! Mike Austin is a Dad, and adoptive Dad, and now a Granddad; and as a radio broadcaster and actor, he's paired his passions into the Radio Dad show and daily feature. Every week, Mike interviews guests from celebrities to sports stars and regular guys who are amazing dads! Radio Dad with Mike Austin spotlights good dads, great men and inspiring stories about fatherhood. We talk about everything that has to do with fatherhood and being a good dad, grand-dad, step-dad, and/or father figure. We talk to insightful experts, well-known sports figures, authors, celebrities... and we have a lot of fun! Also, on Radio Dad with Mike Austin, we're no strangers to treating more serious subjects with the gentle voice of a caring dad. What makes Radio Dad with Mike Austin different is... I'm not "Doctor Mike" or "Reverend Mike" I'm just a guy who has always wanted to be a better dad, a GREAT dad! The best dad that I can be. Thanks for checking out the Radio Dad show and features. I hope you'll join me on this fulfilling journey. Make sure you subscribe, because... together, we might just make this a better place after all.

Radio Dad with Mike Austin is a kids podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 99 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Radio Dad with Mike Austin, a kids show with 99 episodes published.

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  Episode #99

  May 16, '26- Ed Butowsky (Paying adult kid's bills)- Rich Braken (Work-aholism)- Mike (Spendig time with your grown up son)

  Aug 11, 202639 min

  We start the show with financial expert Ed Butkowsky tackling a question a lot of parents wrestle with: Should you pay your adult kids’ bills? Maybe they’re struggling with rent, student loans, a car payment, or just trying to get back on their feet. Helping your kids financially can be an act of love—but when does helping become enabling? Mike and Ed talk about the rules parents should consider, how much is too much, whether there should be an end date, and how to make sure financial assistance helps an adult child become more independent rather than less. Next, Mike chats with Rich Braken, a work-efficiency consultant to the stars, about the relationship between being a Dad and being a “work-aholic.” Can you really be successful at work without allowing your career to consume your family life? Rich and Mike discuss the challenge of balancing ambition and fatherhood, and why being productive at work shouldn't come at the expense of being present at home. Finally, Mike gets personal, talking about something many fathers experience as their children grow up: getting closer to a 20-something son. The relationship changes when your son is no longer a little boy who needs you for everything. The conversations are different, the relationship is different—and sometimes, getting closer means learning to step back, listen more, and discover the adult man your son is becoming.

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  Episode #98

  May 9, '26- Social Skills (Shy Kids)- JoDee Neil (Sexual Abuse On Line)- Marty Nemko (Ultimate Lemonade Stand)- John Yellico (Camping)

  Aug 11, 202639 min

  This week on Radio Dad with Mike Austin, it’s all about helping our kids navigate the world—while giving them the tools to grow, stay safe, and have some fun along the way! First up, Mike tackles the importance of teaching social skills. What if your child is the shy one in the class? Mike talks about helping quieter kids build confidence, make friends, speak up, and find their place—without trying to turn them into somebody they’re not. Then Mike welcomes JoDee Neil, a lawyer of 20 years, abuse survivor, author of Outcry Witness , and former prosecutor turned child-protector. JoDee shares her experience and insight into keeping our kids safe, recognizing potential dangers, and making sure children know they can speak up when something doesn’t feel right. Next, it’s time to talk business! Mike is joined by Marty Nemko, author of Cool Careers for Dummies . Marty believes one of the simplest ways to introduce kids to the business world might be right in your own neighborhood: the good old-fashioned summer lemonade stand! It’s not just about selling lemonade—it’s about learning initiative, customer service, money, responsibility, and what it takes to run a little business. And finally, Mike catches up with his good friend John Yellico—dad, farmer, truck driver, and all-around groovy guy! Mike and John head outdoors to talk about camping with the family, making memories, getting away from the screens, and why sometimes the best family adventures involve a tent, a campfire, and absolutely no Wi-Fi! It’s another episode packed with practical Dad advice, important conversations, and a whole lot of family fun on Radio Dad with Mike Austin!If you want, I can also make this shorter and punchier for a podcast platform description, or give it a more high-energy radio-promotional style.

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  Episode #97

  May 2, '26- MORE-Planning Vacation- Austin Daniels (Family Business)- Dr. Braccio (Importance Of A Strong Family)

  Aug 11, 202639 min

  Family Businesses & Building a Strong FamilySummer vacation shouldn’t just be something Dad plans for the family—it should be something the whole family helps create! Mike opens the show by talking about getting everyone involved in planning the family getaway, from choosing the destination to deciding what adventures, food, and memories will make the trip special. Then Mike meets another “Dad-preneur,” Austin Daniels of Daniels Gourmet Meats in Montana. Austin comes from a family with generations of experience in the meat business, but he’s not content to simply do things the old-fashioned way. He’s bringing some serious forward thinking to the family business—including a MEAT VENDING MACHINE! Yes…you read that right. Fresh, quality meat available from a vending machine! Mike and Austin talk about growing up in a family business, carrying on a family tradition, and finding new ways to take that tradition into the future. Finally, Mike welcomes back his friend, Dr. John Braccio, for a conversation about one of the most important things a Dad can build: a strong family. What does a strong family actually look like? How do parents create connection, trust, communication, and resilience? And what can Dad do every day to make sure his family knows they’re part of something bigger than themselves?It’s a show about making family memories, building family businesses, and—most importantly—building a family that lasts.If you want, I can also make this more energetic and humorous for a podcast description, with a stronger hook around the “Meat Vending Machine.”

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  Episode #94

  April 18, '26- Family Gardening- Cade Courtley (Family Survival Plan)- Marcus Walter (The Dad Club at school)

  Aug 5, 202639 min

  This week on Radio Dad with Mike Austin, Mike celebrates one of the simplest and most rewarding family traditions—gardening together. From planting seeds to pulling weeds, Mike explains how working side-by-side in the garden teaches patience, responsibility, and creates lasting family memories that often grow into lifelong traditions. Next, Mike welcomes his longtime friend, former Navy SEAL Cade Courtley, for an important conversation about keeping your family prepared for emergencies. Cade shares practical advice on creating a Family Survival Plan, including assembling a "Go Bag," practicing how to escape a burning home, choosing a family meeting place, and preparing for unexpected situations before they happen. It's a discussion every parent should hear. In the final segment, Mike talks with Dallas father Marcus Walther, who helped organize "The Dad's Club," a group of fathers dedicated to making a difference in their children's school and community. From volunteering and fundraising to tackling projects around campus, these dads prove that showing up and getting involved benefits not only the school but also strengthens families and inspires the next generation.

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  Episode #92

  April 4,'26- Raising A Deep Thinker- Ben Hartwig (Twig's Soda)- David Cathey (Job Interviewing skills)

  Aug 2, 202639 min

  This week on Radio Dad, Mike encourages fathers to raise children who can think for themselves—even when they don't always agree with Dad. Teaching kids how to reason, ask questions, and develop their own convictions prepares them to become confident, responsible adults. Then, Mike welcomes another inspiring "Dad-preneur," Ben Hartwig, third-generation owner of Twigs Soda. Ben shares the story of carrying on a family business, preserving tradition, and the unique joys and challenges of working in a company built by previous generations. Finally, hiring expert David Cathey joins Mike for an important conversation about preparing young adults for the workforce. From building networking skills to making a great first impression in job interviews, David offers practical advice for dads who want to help their sons and daughters launch successful careers with confidence.

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