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Dad, Actually

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by Anthony Kyhn

4.7(9 reviews)
9 episodes
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Welcome to the Dad, Actually podcast! Follow along as I share what my experience was like navigating the foster care system in order to build a family as a single gay man. Full transparency! Everything from start to finish and what parenting has been like following the finalization of our adoption. As a bonus, enjoy my mini series called Dad, After Dark where we'll discuss various topics in unhinged and uncut episodes with a featured guest each week. Considering tackling the foster care system too? Submit your questions in the comments and maybe we'll discuss or answer it in a future episode

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8/10/2025

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January 30, 2026

EP 8: Necessities

<p>In this episode, I’m sharing what those first couple of weeks of foster life really looked like once the big emotions settled and the to-do list kicked in. Think doctor appointments, home visits, daycare searches, and a whole lot of extra coordinating I didn’t know I had signed up for. Plus, a shocking introduction that nobody saw coming!</p>

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January 23, 2026

EP 7: Introductions

<p>In this episode, I share the experience of introducing my son to my family for the first time. After keeping my foster journey private for months, I finally made the call and surprised my parents with some life changing news. I discuss the FaceTime reveal, their first visit, and the reality of navigating family dynamics as a brand new parent. It’s an honest look at managing my expectations, sorting through emotions, and how first introductions don’t always unfold the way you imagine.</p>

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January 14, 2026

EP 6: Gotcha Day

<p>In this episode, I’m finally sharing Gotcha Day! The day I got the call, met my son, and stepped into fatherhood. After months of preparation and waiting, everything changed with a single phone call.</p><p>I talk about the anticipation, the nerves, and the overwhelming mix of fear and love that came with bringing him home for the first time. It’s a deeply emotional day, one I still hold close and the reason Gotcha Day is the day we celebrate as our family anniversary.</p>

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What is Dad, Actually?

Welcome to the Dad, Actually podcast! Follow along as I share what my experience was like navigating the foster care system in order to build a family as a single gay man. Full transparency! Everything from start to finish and what parenting has been like following the finalization of our adoption.

As a bonus, enjoy my mini series called Dad, After Dark where we'll discuss various topics in unhinged and uncut episodes with a featured guest each week.

Considering tackling the foster care system too? Submit your questions in the comments and maybe we'll discuss or answer it in a future episode

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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