The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Feodor Chin and I talk about his fatherhood journey. He opens up in a very honest way about he and his wife looking to start a family. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his son. In addition, he uses the Bridges family to make a fatherhood analogy. After that we talk about his latest role in the play, Kyoto. We discuss how important this play is right now based on what is happening in the world. Plus, we talk about work he has done in the video game industry. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Feodor Chin  Feodor Chin is an award winning LA-based actor from San Francisco, CA. He was classically trained at UCLA. In addition, hes studied at the American Conservatory Theater. Plus, he has studied with renowned acting coach, Larry Moss. A gifted comedian, he was a Maude Night performer at Upright Citizens Brigade Theater for three seasons. TV credits include St. Denis Medical, Big Little, Lies, Good Trouble and American Auto. In addition, he has animation credits that include Marvel's WHAT IF...?, the title role in Netflix's Uncle From Another World, Futurama, Marvel's HIT-MONKEY, and Cartoon Network's Regular Show.  He is the voice of Zenyatta and Lee Sin in the hit video games, Overwatch and League of Legends. He was a performer for the ABC Discovers Talent Showcase, a writer for the CBS Diversity Comedy Showcase, and has never met a braised meat he didn't like. Make sure you follow Feodor on Instagram at @feochin. Plus go to his site to learn more about him over at feodorchin.com. Our Pact Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor OurPact offers unmatched control over your child’s smartphone and tablet usage. With features like Schedule-Based App Rules, Screen Time Allowance, Family Locator, View, and customizable Apple and Android settings, you can customize how and when your child uses their device. OurPact’s mission is to provide parents with the tools they need to create healthy screen time habits, foster digital balance, and keep your kids safe online. To learn more about OurPact, go to their site over at ourpact.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Matt Baer stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looked to instill in his sons. Matt explains why he will always remember working on his first major film and the connection to fatherhood. After that we talk about his new movie, Merv. This is the first time he worked on a film an actual dog and he talks about that experience. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Matt Baer   Matt Baer is a veteran producer known for Unbroken, directed by Angelina Jolie and based on Laura Hillenbrand’s bestselling book. His work spans studio and independent films, including Maggie, The Bachelors, City by the Sea, View from the Top, Jack Frost, and The Replacement Killers. In addition, his upcoming film Merv, starring Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox, continues his focus on character-driven stories with broad appeal. Make sure you check out Merv on Prime Video starting December 10th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsQXu_9-7qA Our Pact Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor OurPact offers unmatched control over your child’s smartphone and tablet usage. With features like Schedule-Based App Rules, Screen Time Allowance, Family Locator, View, and customizable Apple and Android settings, you can customize how and when your child uses their device. OurPact’s mission is to provide parents with the tools they need to create healthy screen time habits, foster digital balance, and keep your kids safe online. To learn more about OurPact, go to their site over at ourpact.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Dave Foley sits down with me to talk about fatherhood. He shares some insight how he looked to raise his kids. In addition, he and I discuss what life lesson his kids have taught him. After that we talk about his role as Wayne in Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol. Dave shares how much fun he has playing this role and how he enjoys the holiday season. We talk a bit about his fantastic career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Dave Foley   Dave Foley is a Canadian actor, stand-up comedian, director, producer, and writer. He is known as a co-founder of the comedy group The Kids in the Hall, responsible for their eponymous sketch show and the feature-length film Brain Candy. He played Dave Nelson in the sitcom NewsRadio, voiced Flik in A Bug's Life, and hosted the game show Celebrity Poker Showdown. Make sure you follow Dave on Instagram at @davefoley. Plus make sure you check out Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol over on Disney+.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdt4cUY53kw Our Pact Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor OurPact offers unmatched control over your child’s smartphone and tablet usage. With features like Schedule-Based App Rules, Screen Time Allowance, Family Locator, View, and customizable Apple and Android settings, you can customize how and when your child uses their device. OurPact’s mission is to provide parents with the tools they need to create healthy screen time habits, foster digital balance, and keep your kids safe online. To learn more about OurPact, go to their site over at ourpact.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Jorge Soto stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the importance of creativity and teaching your kids to embrace creativity. In addition, we talk about the lesson his have taught him. After that we talk about the importance of play and the work he does at Ryder Toys. We share how Ryder Toys make fantastic gifts for kids. Jorge shares some stories of the work he has done in the toy industry. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Ryder Toys  Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Dan Fogler stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the life lessons he learned from his kids. In addition, he says how fatherhood has helped him with his career. Dan shares a lot of funny stories about being a dad. After that we talk about his role Jacob Kowalski in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and the family connection to that role. Plus we talk about his role of Melvin Pritcher in The Rainmaker on Peacock. Dan shares his creative process when it comes to acting. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Dan Fogler Dan Fogler is an American actor, comedian, writer, and director born on October 20, 1976, in Brooklyn, New York. He is best known for his roles in Broadway productions, including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, for which he won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical in 2005. He is known for his role of Jacob Kowalski in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and the sequels to that film. Fogler is also a comic book writer and has created several series, including Moon Lake and Brooklyn Gladiator. He has also written for Marvel Comics and DC Comics. Fogler is married to Jodie Capes Fogler, and the couple has two children together. Make sure you follow Dan on Instagram at @foglersfictions. Plus go to his site to learn more about Dan over at foglersfiction.com. In addiction check out The Rainmaker on Peacock.  Ryder Toys Is This Week’s Podcast Sponsor Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.