From TikTok Scams to Tony Hawk: Navigating Nerdy Parenting with Philip D. Keating

Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom

In this captivating episode of the Wise_N_Nerdy podcast, hosts Charles, Joe, and Kurt are joined by special guest Philip D. Keating for an entertaining and insightful discussion. The episode kicks off with the standard question of the week: "What series deserved another season?" The guys dive into an amazing conversation about shows that ended too soon, including Freaks and Geeks, Miranda, Terra Nova, How I Met Your Mother, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, and Newsroom.The dice roll dictates the next segment, "How do I...?", where the hosts offer sage advice on selling high-value items like expensive alcohol or vintage records. Their tips are practical and perfect for anyone looking to get the best deal.The dice then bring us to the "Daddy, tell me a story" segment. Charles shares a personal tale about getting scammed on TikTok Marketplace, leading to a discussion on strategies to avoid advertisement scams. This segment is both cautionary and educational, offering listeners valuable lessons.Next, in the "Council of Dads" segment, the hosts debate whether or not you should let your kids win when playing video games. This discussion provides thoughtful insights on parenting and the importance of balancing fun and competition.Listeners are treated to feedback from Speakpipes and messages on Discord, adding a community feel to the episode. As always, the fates reward us with a bad dad joke and a wildly inappropriate bad uncle joke, bringing laughter and levity.In the final segment, "What are you Nerding out about?", the hosts share their latest obsessions. Joe discusses watching The Lord of the Rings with his kids, sparking a thought-provoking conversation about introducing children to more mature entertainment. Joe also praises the new film IF. Kurt expresses his love for the Steam game Balatro, describing it as a deck-building poker game. Charles is excited about Elijah Craig 94 B, a delectable bourbon, while Phil is nerding out about Tony Hawk's Pro Skater.Join us for this entertaining and informative episode as we explore the intersection of fatherhood and fandom. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom.

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