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Real Dad Talk

75 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 59 ratings

Real Dad Talk with Chris B and Rob K is a show that centers on the experiences of fathers as parents. RDT will discuss the topics, issues and events that all parents go through as they raise their child.
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Episodes

Real Dad Talk Episode 75 - Too Tone

March 23, 2024 16:47 - 38 minutes - 72.8 MB

On episode 75 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B and Rob K discuss fatherhood with Too Tone. @tonedoesmusic

Real Dad Talk Episode 74 - Sunday Fun Day!

February 10, 2024 06:38 - 17 minutes - 33.9 MB

On this Episode of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss Sunday Fun Day!

Real Dad Talk Episode 73 - Vic Aslanyan from Mer Herosner Podcast

January 15, 2024 20:35 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MB

On this Episode of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss the challenges of fatherhood and the importance of maintaining one’s culture for our kids with podcaster Vic Aslanyan from Mer Herosner.

Real Dad Talk Episode 72 - Kev Orkian

November 05, 2023 23:39 - 34 minutes - 65.1 MB

On episode 72 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss how to navigate in today’s society as it relates to maintaining culture, character, and an overall sense of self.  Life is short, let’s make an impression on our children for generations forward!

Real Dad Talk Episode 71 - R- Mean

October 13, 2023 19:03 - 39 minutes - 74.1 MB

On episode 71 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss mentoring and supporting kids with our special guest R - Mean. Old school parenting is different from New School, but at the end of the day , it’s all about the kids.

Real Dad Talk Episode 70 - Coach Rolo

August 28, 2023 16:42 - 35 minutes - 65.9 MB

On Episode 70 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss basketball and parenting with Coach Rolo Nunez. From the basketball court to the home court, Coach Rolo shares his thoughts on the approaches and even similarities to “parenting” with his players and children. 

Real Dad Talk Episode 69 - Ara Zada

August 21, 2023 21:39 - 39 minutes - 74.3 MB

(Podcast video available on Real Dad Talk YouTube channel) On episode 69 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. are in the kitchen with Ara Zada, learning one of his easy to make lavash triangle recipes.  Join us for some dad talk and great eats! Check out Arazada.com for more recipes.

Real Dad Talk Episode 68 - So you say it’s Father’s Day!

June 18, 2023 12:11 - 12 minutes - 24.7 MB

On Episode 68 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. start their Father’s Day talking about fatherhood, and what this day means to them!  It’s a moment of self reflection, pride, and resolutions.  Join us today to celebrate the gift of being a dad.

Real Dad Talk Episode 67 - It’s Okay To Say “No”.

April 14, 2023 03:06 - 18 minutes - 36.1 MB

On Episode 67 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss the word “No”. The word “No” works many ways, one from a parent and the other from a child.  It also may be necessary, when your child should consider using the word “No”.  Join Chris B. and Rob K. in a reflective conversation!

Real Dad Talk Episode 66 - To do, or Not to do.

March 19, 2023 07:15 - 29 minutes - 55.8 MB

On Episode 66 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss issues they have yet to experience as fathers.  Having guests on the show with older children, Chris B. and Rob K. tackle issues they have yet to encounter.  Join them and share your thoughts in their hypotheticals and “wishful thinking” in their years to come as fathers.  

Real Dad Talk Episode 65 - 2023…Better Version of Me

January 12, 2023 04:32 - 28 minutes - 53.1 MB

On Episode 65 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss breaking bad habits in 2023. It’s all about the sacrifices/compromises we make in order to improve ourselves.  Having said that, it’s always easier said than done. The true reward at the end is the wisdom we gain and becoming a better version of ourselves as people, parents and fathers.

Real Dad Talk Episode 64 - Kirk Cartozian

November 02, 2022 03:37 - 39 minutes - 73.7 MB

On Episode 64 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss fatherhood with the one and only Kirk Cartozian.  Kirk has had careers in teaching, politics and his most recent and current business venture, Tequila Mandala.  The most important career we talked about was fatherhood.  This episode delves into parenting issues and also the silver linings of fatherhood at any age.

Real Dad Talk Episode 63 - Chief Luna

October 04, 2022 00:16 - 22 minutes - 42.3 MB

On Episode 63 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting from a fathers perspective with Chief Luna. Our conversation includes heavy topics such as gangs, drugs, and homelessness. The discussion strikes a unique balance between Chief Luna as a member of law enforcement and Robert Luna the father. 

Real Dad Talk Episode 62 - WHY?

September 11, 2022 08:35 - 23 minutes - 44.7 MB

On Episode 62 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss WHY?

Real Dad Talk Episode 61 - Dog Dad

July 21, 2022 00:25 - 19 minutes - 37.9 MB

On episode 61 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss being a Dog Dad with their guest Nick. It was cool to hear the similarities between being a dad to a child and being a dad to a dog!  Nick shares his challenges and the priceless relationship he built and continues to build with Frankie!

Real Dad Talk Episode 60 - AABC TV Host and Councilmember Vrej Agajanian along with his son Arno

June 03, 2022 04:31 - 48 minutes - 89.8 MB

On Episode 60 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. have their first father and son duo on the podcast.  Dad is a Glendale Councilmember by day and TV Host of his show AABC TV “Live with Vrej Agajanian”, by night. Arno is a graduate from UC Riverside and is the producer for the show.

Real Dad Talk Episode 59 - Attorney Faisal Gill, Father of 6!

May 03, 2022 17:19 - 33 minutes - 63.5 MB

On Episode 59 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss fatherhood and protecting our children with our Guest Faisal Gill, Civil Rights attorney, and candidate for the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office.

Real Dad Talk Episode 58 - Scott Kaplan

March 25, 2022 03:29 - 41 minutes - 77.9 MB

On Episode 58 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. get into some important issues with Scott Kaplan on how a parent’s actions can have long term effects on a child’s self esteem and character. We also touch on March Madness, the Lakers, and oh yeah, Orca whales!  

Real Dad Talk Episode 57 - Asko Akopyan

March 23, 2022 00:52 - 50 minutes - 93.2 MB

On Episode 57 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss fatherhood, with film producer Asko Akopyan.  As a father of 4 children, Asko has some great insight on how to keep level headed and always remembering to be grateful.  

Real Dad Talk Episode 56 - DJ VICK ONE

March 07, 2022 17:24 - 40 minutes - 75 MB

On Episode 56 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss fatherhood with LA's very own DJ VICK ONE.

Real Dad Talk Episode 55 - “Strike First”, So They Don’t Come to You Last!

February 09, 2022 05:56 - 29 minutes - 56.1 MB

On Episode 55 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K.  get some unique insight from their guest Kyle.  The “Strike First” approach Kyle uses when dealing with his children, anticipates issues that will come up in his children’s lives before it actually happens!  This way, Kyle creates the opportunity to discuss a topic with his children so they feel comfortable coming to him FIRST when the issue presents itself in their lives.   

Real Dad Talk Episode 54 - The son, the brother, the father figure

December 23, 2021 06:56 - 26 minutes - 50.7 MB

On episode 54 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting from a different perspective. It’s one thing to be a biological father, it’s another to be a real father figure. Join us in our conversation with David Carver as he shares his journey of fatherhood beginning at the age of 9.

Real Dad Talk Episode 53 - The Father of an Author

November 14, 2021 23:30 - 32 minutes - 60.3 MB

For the first time, on Episode 53 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. will have both father and daughter on the show.  Zareh is an ex-correction officer and his daughter Me’Chele, is a published Author of the book “The Color Orange”. One foundation, different journeys.

Real Dad Talk Episode 52 - Leading by Example. How am I doing?

October 09, 2021 20:41 - 15 minutes - 30.3 MB

On episode 52 of Real Dad Talk,  Chris B. and Rob K. discuss how to try and be the best example for their children and in doing so, realize a few things themselves.

Real Dad Talk Episode 51 - Too Cool For School

August 15, 2021 18:43 - 17 minutes - 34.4 MB

On this Episode of RDT, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss some of the considerations with kids going back to school. Education is not taught at home anymore and back in school where it belongs. No one is too cool for school!

Real Dad Talk Episode 50 - Father’s Day with Dr. E

June 20, 2021 01:40 - 27 minutes - 51 MB

On this episode of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K., along with special guest Dr. Edward Samourjian, celebrate Father’s Day in a sentimental and real conversation about fatherhood. Make sure you listen till the end for an extra special announcement from Dr. E!

Real Dad Talk Episode 49 - Public School vs. Private School

May 01, 2021 22:52 - 17 minutes - 34 MB

On episode 49 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss one of the hardest decisions a parent has to make, Private School or Public School. In the end, we strive to help build our children’s foundation and moral compass at home regardless of what institution they achieve their education. 

Real Dad Talk Episode 48 - Where My Dads At ?!?

April 11, 2021 03:20 - 13 minutes - 26.7 MB

On episode 48 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. are back at it with another episode that hits home. Whether it’s life, death or everything in between, you can count on real talk between two dads.  So tell me, Where My Dads At?!?

Real Dad Talk Episode 47 - New Kids on Wall Street

February 26, 2021 20:24 - 26 minutes - 50 MB

On episode 47 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss their experience in teaching their children about the value of money, investments, and the age old fact that money doesn’t grow on trees!  It’s all about investing in our kids. Dadication at its best!

Real Dad Talk Episode 46 - Rollin with the Punches!

January 17, 2021 21:20 - 15 minutes - 30.1 MB

On episode 46 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. speak freely about how they maneuver day to day in this climate.  It’s a New Year, but not quite. We still have our uninvited guest Mr. C, and that’s not short for Chris B!

Real Dad Talk Episode 45 - Adios 2020!

December 21, 2020 00:21 - 17 minutes - 33.1 MB

On Episode 45 of Real Dad Talk , Chris B. and Rob K. reflect on 2020. It was a tough year, but we got through it. Hello 2021!   

Real Dad Talk Episode 44 - Parenting vs. Privacy

November 22, 2020 21:35 - 15 minutes - 29.6 MB

On Episode 44 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss balancing privacy and parenting in today’s society. Whether it’s using a smart phone or locking your door, a child’s “privacy” is an important consideration.

Real Dad Talk Episode 43 - Basic Moral Training

November 14, 2020 21:50 - 20 minutes - 39 MB

On Episode 43 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. go back and forth on what approaches are available to instill moral values in our children in today's society. It's never easy, but it's always worth the struggle! RDT 

Real Dad Talk Episode 42 - The Rapping Dad / Derek Clark

October 22, 2020 21:57 - 1 hour - 124 MB

On Episode 42 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting, staying motivated, and how music played such an important part in the challenging life of the one and only Rapping Dad / Derek Clark.

Real Dad Talk Episode 41 - RDT Training Day with LASD

August 29, 2020 18:29 - 15 minutes - 30.3 MB

On Episode 41 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss their experience at LA County Sheriff's Tactics and Survival Training event. Of course, we can never leave out the current social climate and the NBA.

Real Dad Talk Episode 40 - RDT with Steve Mason / ESPN 710

August 08, 2020 21:58 - 34 minutes - 65.3 MB

On Episode 40 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. talk about sports, society and culture as a whole with Steve Mason from ESPN 710. 

Real Dad Talk Episode 39 - Sheriff Alex Villanueva

July 24, 2020 02:55 - 25 minutes - 48.3 MB

On Episode 39 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting, social and racial equality and of course face masks with LA County's Sheriff Alex Villanueva.

Real Dad Talk Episode 38 - Stay At Home 2.0?

June 29, 2020 04:46 - 24 minutes - 36.1 MB

On episode 38 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss the resurgence of a possible renewed Stay At Home Order. Society is now faced with the possibility of another round of Stay At Home Orders. In the midst, we as families are challenged with a dual struggle of day to day life and a pandemic. Hang in there...This to shall pass. On a brighter note, SPORTS WILL BE BACK soon!

Real Dad Talk Episode 37 - 1 kid, 2 kids, 3 kids more?

May 24, 2020 16:52 - 16 minutes - 8.92 MB

On Episode 37 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. take on the question of whether or not to have another child.

Real Dad Talk Episode 36 - Don't expect me to be a school teacher, I'm a Dad!

May 18, 2020 18:24 - 18 minutes - 9.95 MB

On Episode 36 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. And Rob K. discuss how not to have unreasonable expectations from yourself during this pandemic. Things can get complicated, especially with our kids education and other areas which normally are handled by other professionals.  We need to remind ourselves to "stay cool"!

Real Dad Talk Episode 35 - Believe it or not, you're appreciated!

April 28, 2020 05:12 - 24 minutes - 12.7 MB

On Episode 35 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss appreciation that you may or may not be looking for from your child. It's one thing to put your child on a successful road but is appreciation necessary for validating your positive effects on your child? Believe it or not, you're appreciated!

Real Dad Talk Episode 34 - The Grand Re-Opening of the US!

April 19, 2020 03:32 - 20 minutes - 10.7 MB

On Episode 34 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss the current state of our country and the much anticipated Grand Re-Opening! Take a listen and cherish the light at the end of the tunnel - We are One Step Closer to Normalcy and we continue to be in this together. RDT

Real Dad Talk Episode 33 - Don't Freak Out!!!

April 14, 2020 06:31 - 17 minutes - 9.55 MB

On Episode 33 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss how it's easy to freak out during COVID-19 pandemic. At the end of the day, Don't Freak Out!!!

Real Dad Talk Episode 32 - COVID-STRONG: Overcoming Together

April 06, 2020 00:02 - 31 minutes - 15.7 MB

On Episode 32 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss COVID-19, Quarantine and everything else that comes along with this unprecedented experience. Joining via telephone is Peter who gives us his thoughts and personal perspective. Hang in there everyone. We will overcome!

Real Dad Talk Episode 31 - Wash Your Damn Hands! Sincerely, Corona Virus

March 12, 2020 05:39 - 19 minutes - 10.4 MB

On Episode 31 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss the suspension of the 2019 - 2020 NBA season and the Corona Virus Pandemic. And oh yeah... Wash your damn hands!

Real Dad Talk Episode 30 - Mixin it up with OG DJ Dad

February 26, 2020 01:50 - 37 minutes - 18.7 MB

On Episode 30 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting with one of the pioneers of dance music master mixers - DJ Elmar: It's all about finding the right mix of old school vs. new.

Real Dad Talk Episode 29 - RDT with Councilmember John S. Lee

February 13, 2020 08:17 - 29 minutes - 15 MB

On Episode 29 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss fatherhood with Councilmember John S. Lee from the 12th District of the City of Los Angeles.

Real Dad Talk Episode 28 - Greatness Remembered 24/8

January 26, 2020 23:46 - 7 minutes - 4.8 MB

On episode 28 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K . get on the mic for a few minutes to acknowledge the passing of a man, husband and father. Rest in peace Kobe Bryant.

Real Dad Talk Episode 27 - New Year, New Challenges, New Approaches, REAL DAD TALK!

December 24, 2019 08:31 - 25 minutes - 13.1 MB

On episode 27 of Real Dad Talk...Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting looking forward. From one father to another, this year to the next, we all grow together as parents.  Happy New Year!  

Real Dad Talk Episode 26 - Now That's Dadication!

November 25, 2019 18:10 - 24 minutes - 12.5 MB

On episode 26 of Real Dad Talk, Chris B. and Rob K. discuss parenting with their special guest Big S. After sending off two kids to college, it's hard to imagine going back to diapers. That's what this daddy did. Listen in to hear this father's dadiction to parenting!