Chicken Soup for the Soul's Being Dad
Being Dad is an intimate, entertaining and revealing portrait of nine men who are tackling fatherhood, one of the most important roles in the world. Each episode of this new docu-series drops viewers into the lives of three dads who are facing challenges that are simultaneously unique and universal: a single dad re-enters the dating scene; an over-protective dad struggles with his autistic daughter’s growing independence; gay dads deal with the emotional complexities of adoption. While the featured fathers are different ages, races, and religions, they are all bound by the singular belief that raising their children is life’s greatest gift.
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Nine dads around America with different family structures, backgrounds and jobs navigate the joys and challenges of fatherhood.
1.Episode 1
27-08-201841mTouring musician Eddie wants to stay close to his kids. Voiceover artist Spike anticipates his firstborn. Farmer Patrick takes his children to work.
2.Episode 2
03-09-201840mEddie and Jessika go on the road with the family. Patrick worries about his daughter's upcoming driving test. Evan reflects on being a gay parent.
3.Episode 3
10-09-201840mEddie and the family acclimatize to tour life. Patrick tries to instill confidence in his son. Spike gets physically prepared for his baby.
4.Episode 4
17-09-201839mEvan talks to Gabriel about having gay parents. Stay-at-home dad Steve deals with enduring effects of trauma. Terry looks back on saving his daughter.
5.Episode 5
24-09-201839mTerry supports Elizabeth’s photography hobby. Single dad Kristian juggles parenthood, work and dating. Steve and his family start a healthy lifestyle.
6.Episode 6
01-10-201840mBarry describes life with an autistic teen. Kristian discusses empathy with Olivia and goes on a date. Dad of three Leo anticipates grandparenthood.
7.Episode 7
08-10-201841mEddie’s family waits to welcome him home after a long tour. Barry and Lulu discuss acting and overcoming shyness. Leo celebrates Kylo's arrival.
8.Episode 8
15-10-201841mSpike and Kim tackle life with a newborn. Leo deals with some tough conversations. Eddie’s family plans home renovations.
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