Rewind Episode | She / Her / DAD | Tessa White on Trans Fatherhood

Rewind Episode | She / Her / DAD | Tessa White on Trans Fatherhood

Author: Adam Flaherty, Marc Checket June 14, 2024 Duration: 53:03
This "Rewind" episode doubles as our Father's Day 2024 episode! The guys chat about what an ideal Father's Day would look like, play a fun quiz game, and then throw back to the 2022 interview with trans dad Tessa White who shares candidly about her unique journey of trans fatherhood. Tessa opens up about her family's dynamics, the challenges she faces with public scrutiny, and the profound impact of a meaningful pin she received, which reads "She/Her/DAD." In this heartfelt episode of Modern Dadhood, Marc and Adam welcome Tessa White, a transgender parent of five, retired police officer, and former marine, to share her unique journey of trans fatherhood. Tessa opens up about her family's dynamics, the challenges she faces with public scrutiny, and the profound impact of a meaningful pin she received, which reads "she her dad." The conversation delves into the importance of counseling and caution in affirming children's gender identities, as well as the societal discussion surrounding gender-neutral pronouns. Adam and Marc also touch on the beautiful acceptance Tessa finds in her younger nieces and nephews. After the interview, stick around for a lighthearted segment where the hosts indulge in some ASMR fun with a balloon-popping adventure.

Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket, two dads from suburban New England, are well aware the world doesn't need another podcast where guys just ramble. That self-awareness is precisely what fuels Modern Dadhood. Instead of claiming to have all the answers, they get real about the messy, rewarding, and constantly shifting landscape of fatherhood today. Each episode is built on candid, authentic, and often hilarious conversations that unpack what it means to be a parent now. They sit down with a wonderfully diverse range of voices-from famous fathers to those you'd never hear from otherwise, including stepdads, granddads, and dads-to-be. Listening in feels like pulling up a chair for an honest talk among friends, one where the challenges are met with empathy and the triumphs are genuinely celebrated. This isn't just a show for dads; it's for anyone interested in the modern dynamics of family. You'll hear stories that resonate, practical insights nestled within the laughter, and a refreshingly broad perspective on culture, education, and self-improvement through the lens of parenting. Modern Dadhood moves beyond the superficial to explore the genuine connections and personal growth at the heart of raising kids.
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