{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Dad Manual","title":"Ep 1: They're Not As Fragile As You Think: Real Talk About Modern Fatherhood","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3887,"description":"Parenthood isn't about perfection—it's about showing up, opening up, and caring deeply.Rodrigo Lagos shares his transformation into a sports dad and how driving his 16-year-old daughter Willow to volleyball created unexpected moments of connection. He discusses navigating the teenage years with authenticity, supporting his son Drake's passion for archery and robotics, and why vulnerability strengthens father-child relationships. This parenting podcast explores the power of family rituals, from their annual Lago Summer Kickoff Event to holiday cooking traditions, and offers wisdom on building resilience through consistent care.Key Takeaways:Sports involvement creates natural conversation opportunities with teenagersKids are more resilient than we think when we show up for themFamily rituals evolve as children grow and contribute their own ideasVulnerability and apologizing to your kids builds deeper trustOpening up to your children happens earlier than most fathers expectScreen-free time in the car offers valuable connection windowsPhysical exhaustion after sports helps kids be more presentLetting kids participate fully in family life teaches ownershipIf you enjoyed The Dad Manual, please like and subscribe. If you loved it, share this episode with a Dad! Send your questions to dadmanualpodcast@gmail.com.Connect with Tony Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetonycooper/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/RhesufeLfq-KH7W3Ni1tcYfxGDlnUQ1BXbcDk7-CgJk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMWVh/NTk0NDViNmUyYWZl/Zjk4NDk3NWVjMWEy/NWYxYi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}