The Life of Dad Show

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about the moment they each found out they were going to be fathers. They were inspired by their guest for this week, Christian music artist, Steven Curtis Chapman. Steven Curtis Chapman is a Christian music icon with over 11 million records sold, 58 Dove Awards, 5 Grammys, an American Music Award, and 48 career #1 radio singles. He's been featured on Good Morning America, CNN, MSNBC, CBS Sunday Morning, FOX & Friends, The Today Show, The Tonight Show, and in People, Billboard, Parents magazine, and countless others. He and his wife, Mary Beth and their children live in Franklin, Tennessee. His book, Between Heaven and the Real World: My Story, takes you into Steven's childhood and challenging family dynamic growing up, how that led to music and early days on the road, his wild ride to the top of the charts, his relationship with wife Mary Beth, and the growth of their family through births and adoptions. In addition to inside stories from his days of youth to his notable career, including the background to some of his best-loved songs, readers will walk with Steven down the devastating road of loss after the tragic death of five-year-old daughter Maria. And they'll experience his return to the stage after doubting he could ever sing again. Between Heaven and the Real World: My Story is now available. Follow Steven Curtis Chapman on Twitter @StevenCurtis and Facebook, and go to StevenCurtisChapman.com for all the latest on tour dates, purchasing music, and more.

Tom Riles and Art Eddy talk about what they were most proud of doing successfully as a first-time dad. They got inspired from this week's guest, former NBA star, Dennis Scott. Dennis was a pro at swaddling his son. Dennis Scott was known for his sweet shot during his time in the NBA. Not only did Scott make a name for himself in the NBA, but in college as well. He helped lead Georgia Tech to the NCAA Final Four in 1990 and was named the ACC Player of the Year and the Associated Press National Player of the Year. He was selected fourth overall by the Orlando Magic in the NBA 1990 Draft. He spent the majority of his 10-year NBA career with the Magic, earning All-Rookie Team honors in 1991 and helping the team win the Eastern Conference Championship in 1995. Now Dennis hosts a show called 3DTV that airs on NBA TV. Dennis even has made guest appearances on several Nickelodeon sitcoms, including My Brother and Me, Clarissa Explains it All, and Gullah, Gullah Island. Scott and his wife Rachael live with their four kids in Atlanta Georgia. This podcast is sponsored by CreditWise® by Capital One. Capital One created the CreditWise® app so you can check your weekly credit score anytime you want, right in the app. It's free to everyone, so download CreditWise® today! They use the TransUnion VantageScore® 3.0 model, which is one of many scoring models used by lenders. Chances are your CreditWise® score won't be exactly the same as the one your lender uses, but it will be an accurate measure of your credit health--which is what every lender will be checking in their own way. CreditWise® availability will vary. CreditWise® is offered by Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. Learn more at creditwise.capitalone.com.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about how they try to not spoil their kids by purchasing random toys or gifts. They get inspired from Art's chat with NASCAR driver, Aric Almirola, who chooses not to buy his kids toys for no good reason. He feels like his kids need to work for the things they get in life. Aric Almirola's journey to racing's limelight began in 1992, when he began go-kart racing at the age of eight. He quickly collected championships at both the state and local levels, and advanced to national competition in 1998. Almirola solidified his racing talents in the World Karting Association when he earned the pole for the series' prestigious Grand National event in Daytona. He finished the year fourth in the national standings. Aric is married to his wife, Janice, and they have two children, Alex and Abby Follow Aric Almirola on Twitter @aric_almirola, Facebook, and AricAlmirola.com.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about whether or not kids should get participation trophies in sports. Their discussion is inspired by this week's guest, actor, director, host and singer, Alfonso Ribeiro. Alfonso talks to the guys about his thoughts on participation trophies, fatherhood, and the entertainment business. Alfonso enjoys non-competitive race car driving, playing competitive golf, and spending time with his wife and three children. Check Alfonso Ribeiro out on America's Funniest Videos and follow him on Twitter @alfonso_ribeiro.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy finally catch up on Tom's Super Bowl experience, from feeling low and making a horrible dinner to witnessing the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history. Towards the end, the conversation gets a bit heated, but thankfully it happens after the guys bring on NASCAR driver, Justin Allgaier. Coming off an impressive first season at JR Motorsports in 2016, Justin Allgaier is looking to pick up where he left off, competing for the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) championship. The driver of the No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro tied his previous career best effort of third in the NXS point standings last season, accumulating 13 top-five and 27 top-10 finishes along the way. Away from the track, Allgaier enjoys dirt racing, graphic design, RC cars, hunting and spending time with his wife Ashley and their daughter Harper Grace. Follow Justin Allgaier on Twitter @J_Allgaier, Facebook, Instagram, and JustinAllgaier.com.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about the songs that they sing and dance to with their kids, and then they bring on singer and songwriter, Andrew McMahon. As parents we all have done it. We are singing to our children as we are holding them. Whether it is lullabies or silly songs we as parents feel that music is a great way to communicate to our children. Have you ever written a song about your child? Well, Andrew McMahon wrote one for his daughter while his wife was pregnant with their child. I am guessing most of you have heard it. The song is called Cecilia and the Satellite. It is a beautiful song and as a father the song really spoke to me the first time I heard it. Andrew put his words about being a father into that song and made it a worldwide hit. Now Andrew is getting ready to release his new album Zombies On Broadway that comes out on February 10th. His new single, Fire Escape, is another hit! He is getting ready to go on tour. Andrew was kind enough to take some time out of his busy schedule to chat about the new album, fatherhood, and his inspiration for the song he wrote for his daughter. Follow Andrew McMahon on Twitter @andrewmcmahon, Facebook, and AndrewMcMahon.com for all the latest on tour dates, music, and more.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about their favorite Super Bowl memories from when they were kids and now as adults. Then they bring on Kansas City Chiefs running back, Jamaal Charles, and author, Sean Jensen, to chat about fatherhood and their new book, The Middle School Rules of Jamaal Charles. Follow Jamaal Charles on Twitter @JCharles25 and Sean Jensen @SeanKJensen and go to MiddleSchoolRules.com to learn more about and purchase The Middle School Rules of Jamaal Charles. This week's Life of Dad Show is brought to you by Very Berry Cheerios.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about things they might change in their parenting style in hopes of becoming a better parent. Then they bring on WWE Superstar, Kofi Kingston. For those who watch Kofi Kingston in action for the WWE they know that his energy could power a major city for several years. The Ghanaian grappler with a beaming smile, Kingston's boundless enthusiasm is rivaled only by his limitless athleticism, which he displays fearlessly every time he steps in the ring. Most of the people who don't like Kofi Kingston are the Superstars he faces each week -- and that's only because they can rarely catch him. His dazzling aerials only belie what is truly a fierce fighter, who can curtail the smiles to kick it up in intensity if an opponent is foolish enough to set him off. The guys sit down with Kofi to talk about the film, fatherhood and how he can't wait to watch the Scooby-Doo film with his oldest son. Follow Kofi Kingston on Twitter @TrueKofi and make sure you pick up Scooby Doo! & WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon on Blu-ray & DVD.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about their favorite movies when they were kids. Then they bring on actor, Thomas Lennon, who stars in Monster Trucks that comes out Friday, January 13th. The film is set around Tripp played by actor, Lucas Till, as he looks for any way to get away from the life and town he was born into. Tripp is a high school senior that is building a Monster Truck from bits and pieces of scrapped cars. After an accident at a nearby oil-drilling site displaces a strange and subterranean creature with a taste and a talent for speed, Tripp may have just found the key to getting out of town and a most unlikely friend. In Monster Trucks Thomas Lennon plays Jim Dowd, who works for a ruthless oil company called Terravex. Melding cutting edge visual effects and state-of-the-art CGI, Monster Trucks is an action filled adventure for the whole family that will keep you on the edge of your seat and ultimately touch your heart. For more info go to MonsterTrucksMovie.com. Follow Thomas Lennon on Twitter @thomaslennon and Facebook. This podcast is brought to you by CreditWise from Capital One®.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about their favorite father-and-son combinations in the world of professional sports. Then they bring on NFL Hall of Famer, Bruce Matthews, who knows a thing or two about having a lot of family members playing in professional sports. Bruce Matthews has played in more NFL games than any non-kicker in the football league's history. His family has been ever present in the NFL. Now Bruce shares his story in a book about the Matthews family and how eight people over three generations have achieved success in the NFL with Inside the NFL's First Family: My Life of Football, Faith, and Fatherhood. Make sure you pick up Inside the NFL's First Family: My Life of Football, Faith, and Fatherhood wherever books are sold.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about dads who inspire them to be better fathers. Then the guys bring on Scott Fujita. Scott Fujita talks with the guys about fatherhood, the work he did as a producer for the Gleason documentary, and playing in the NFL. Fujita has served on the NFLPA Executive Committee as a Vice President since 2010. He also sits on the Board of Directors for Team Gleason, which seeks to improve the lives of patients living with ALS and ultimately find solutions to stop this terrible disease. He is married to Jaclyn and has three daughters, twins Isabell and Delilah, and Marlowe. Follow Scott Fujita on Twitter @sfujita55, Facebook, and ScottFujita.com. Also go to TeamGleason.org to find out more about Steve Gleason, the documentary and the foundation.

Tom Riles and Art Eddy finish out 2016 by bringing on country music singer, Matt Stillwell. Matt Stillwell grew up in North Carolina. During college, Stillwell played baseball at Western Carolina University where he was an All-Conference player on the Catamount's Southern Conference Championship Baseball teams. Baseball turned into music and Stillwell has since been traveling across the country in his custom wrapped Budweiser bus headlining his own shows, as well as opening for most of today's country superstars. He lives with his wife, Lindsey, and their two daughters Carolina and Ruby in Knoxville, TN. Stillwell recently released a new single called Hey Dad, written about the loss of his father. The video for Hey Dad has over 18 million views online. GAC and CMT have both started to air the video, and the single will be released to country radio February 15. He is finalizing details for several shows this spring and summer in support of Folds Of Honor and The Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation. Follow Matt Stillwell on Twitter @mattstillwell, Facebook, and MattStillwell.com.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about jokes or pranks that they did at work. Then the guys bring on Mark Hamill to talk about his new show Pop Culture Quest, Star Wars, voice acting, and fatherhood. Many people know Mark Hamill from his role as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars films. Some may know that Mark is an incredible voice actor too. He portrayed one of the most iconic comic book villains of all time when he took on the role of The Joker in Batman: The Animated Series. From there Hamill has been everywhere. From films to TV shows to lending his voice in many animated series, Mark has become a staple in the entertainment world. So it was no surprise when he landed the hosting gig of Comic Con HQ's Pop Culture Quest. Hamill has been collecting comic books, original artwork, toys and other mementos since the early 1970s and now he gets to share his passion and enthusiasm for collecting in his new web series. Follow Mark Hamill on Twitter @HamillHimself and Facebook, and go to Comic-ConHQ.com to watch episodes of Pop Culture Quest. San Diego Comic-Con is only once a year, but Comic-Con HQ is year-round! The new subscription video on demand destination is available at Comic-ConHQ.com.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about when they were kids and their parents made them or encouraged them to try something new even though they didn't want to, but in the end are glad that they did it. Then they bring on soccer star, Alexi Lalas. Alexi Lalas has a passion for soccer. You saw it in playing days and now as an analyst for FOX Sports for the game he loves so much. Lalas played mostly as a defender and became one of the most famous soccer players in the United States after he played in the 1994 FIFA World Cup. He became the first modern-era American soccer player to play in the Italian Series. Lalas served as the president and general manager of the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer until August of 2008. He was elected to the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2006. Alexi talks about his time in soccer, fatherhood, and the state of soccer today.

Tommy Riles and Art Eddy talk about whether they would rather take their family on a cross-country trip in America or somewhere else. They got inspired from this week's guest, IndyCar driver, Alex Lloyd, who took his family on a cross-country trip through the United States. Born and raised in England, Alex Lloyd began racing karts at the age of nine. His success in Europe was rewarded in 2004 when he tested with legendary Formula One racing team McLaren Mercedes. Later on Alex and his family moved to the U.S. to continue his career in racing. Alex won the 2007 Firestone Indy Lights Championship. That same year Alex finished outside of the top five just three times and he won a total of eight races, including the first five of the season. In 2010, Alex competed in his first full season in the IZOD IndyCar Series, finished fourth in the Indy 500 and won the IndyCar Series Rookie of the Year Award. Now Alex serves as Head of Content for Beepi. The guys chat with Alex about racing, fatherhood, and more. Follow Alex Lloyd on Twitter @alex_lloyd.