Fatherhood Unscripted

About Fatherhood Unscripted

Fatherhood Unscripted is a podcast for dads who want real, honest conversations about parenting, family, and faith. Hosted by Alec Hansen and DJ Clendenin, this dad life podcast explores the challenges and joys of fatherhood—mental health, legacy, relationships, and everything in between. Join us each week for authentic dad stories, expert insights, and encouragement for your fatherhood journey.

Publisher

Alec Hansen | Dj Clendenin

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Aug 2023

Latest episode

20 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

120 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Apr 2026

   Your Kids Are Watching You Grow Up Too

   I sat down to record something completely different… and this is where it went. This episode is about failure, growth, and what it really means to be a dad. We don’t have it all figured out—and we’re not supposed to. But here’s the truth most dads forget: your kids aren’t just growing up… they’re watching you grow too. In this episode: Why failing as a dad is normal The pressure men carry (and why it breaks us) What my son taught me this week Why I’m taking this podcast seriously again If you’re a dad trying to figure it out—you’re not alone. Subscribe and follow the journey.

2. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Why I Almost Quit This Podcast

   I stepped away from Fatherhood Unscripted… because something felt off. This episode is the reset—not just for the podcast, but for me as a dad. This isn’t just content anymore. This is a real-time archive for my kids—so one day they can see who their dad was, what he struggled with, and what he learned along the way. In this episode, I talk about: Why I took a break What changed over the last 3 years Why this podcast matters more now than ever Bringing real conversations with dads back The vision behind Fatherhood Academy If you’re a dad trying to figure it out as you go… you’re not alone. Let’s build something that actually matters. 👇 Subscribe and follow the journeyNew episodes every week.

3. 

   23 Mar 2026

   EVERY DAD DOES THIS

   One of the funniest parts of becoming a dad is realizing you slowly turn into your dad. The things you said you’d never say… you start saying. The things you didn’t understand… suddenly make sense. And one day you realize your parents were just figuring it out too. In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we talk about the funny side of fatherhood, the things all dads say, and why being a dad matters more than we realize.

Who has been a guest on Fatherhood Unscripted

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Brian Bogert
• Joe Tuia'ana
• Tanner Manwaring
• Logan Petersen
• Shawn Finnegan

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.2 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 69 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

98

Social presence

97

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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