Female Dads
Female Dads is a podcast hosted by Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak that explores motherhood through a lens of 'carefree, cool, fun dad energy.' Each episode features candid conversations with guests, along with honest admissions of parenting successes and failures. The hosts aim to support mothers who feel criticized or undervalued, bringing humor and relatability to the parenting journey. At its core, the show embraces a feminist perspective on parenting.
Episodes
Love Languages & Lash Appointments
This week, Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak get into love languages, figuring out how to validate your partner's feelings, and why learning to apologize isn't always as easy as it sounds. They also talk about different dating types, what makes relationships work, and somehow find their way into a conversation about getting their lashes done.
Jamie Kennedy Joins Female Dads
Jamie Kennedy joins Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak to talk about why he's not a fan of the comedy hang and how the comedy world has changed over the years. Jamie shares how he used to pretend to be his own manager, while Heather reveals her own unique strategy of sending managers a photo of herself crying with the message, "I'm hilarious." Plus, they talk about true open mics, where musician
Mad Kids & High Chairs
This week, Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak are dealing with mad kids, forgotten lunches, and the occasional kick to the face. They also get into the important parenting question nobody asked: how old is too old for a high chair when your kid is really tall? Just another totally normal week of parenting with the Female Dads.
Male Moms & Miscarriages
This week, comedian Macey Isaacs joins Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak to talk about opening for Chelsea Handler, embarrassing yourself in front of celebrities, and those awkward moments you wish you could take back. They also get into the more personal side of things, talking about miscarriages, doctor visits, and the realities that come along with trying to navigate it all.
Do it for Justice!
This week, Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak get into gentle parenting, setting boundaries with their kids, and the totally reasonable parenting strategy of using Paw Patrol scenarios to manipulate them. Jessica realizes her kids have started turning her own classic good cop, bad cop tactics against her. Plus, they talk about the fun, the chaos, and the struggle of traveling with kids.
Brad Williams joins Female Dads
This week, Brad Williams joins Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak to talk about the fashion show that is school drop off, the text messages you type but definitely shouldn't send, and why a little micro compliment can go a long way. Plus, they get into the benefits of having a night nurse and why sometimes a little help can make all the difference.
Erik Rivera joins Female Dads
This week, Erik Rivera joins Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak to talk kids, life as a stay at home dad, and parenting fails. They also tackle one of the bigger parenting questions: when, how, and what exactly are you supposed to say when it's time to have "the talk" with your kids, or do you just let the school handle it? Plus, they get into some good old fashioned school parent drama and goss
Milana Vayntrub joins Female Dads
This week, Milana Vayntrub joins Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak for a conversation about keeping things tidy, finding yourself spiritually, and the wild world of birthing stories. The Female Dads get into motherhood, self discovery, and all the unexpected moments that come with trying to figure it all out.
IT'S NOT WHAT YOU SAID, IT'S HOW YOU SAID IT
This week, Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak talk about why sometimes it's not what you say, it's how you say it. From keeping your tone in check during everyday conversations to sharing some real world budgeting tips, the Female Dads cover a little bit of everything. They also discuss finding help with your kids, wonder if feet pics could actually be a viable side hustle, and take a peek insid
What IS a "Female Dad"?
In the premiere episode of Female Dads, hosts Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak dive into the art of being a DIY mom ... not a DUI mom. They talk about keeping your cool (and your footing) in front of your kids, reconnecting with your husband on date nights, and navigating motherhood with a little more carefree dad energy.
Meet the Female Dads
Join hosts Jessica Keenan and Heather Pasternak as they introduce themselves, explain the idea behind Female Dads, and share what listeners can expect from the show. From embracing "dad energy" in motherhood to celebrating parenting wins, laughing through the fails, and having honest conversations with special guests, this episode is the perfect introduction to the fun, unfiltered journey ahead.
