That Dope Dad Podcast is a platform for fathers who are committed to growth — not just as parents, but as men.
In a world where fatherhood is often reduced to stereotypes or surface-level advice, this podcast goes deeper. We explore the real work of being a present dad while navigating ambition, relationships, mental health, masculinity, identity, and purpose.
Through raw conversations, practical insight, and powerful storytelling, we create space for honesty — the wins, the failures, the lessons, and the healing.
We talk about breaking generational patterns, building emotionally secure families, leading with strength and vulnerability, and redefining what modern masculinity looks like.
This isn’t about “having it all figured out.”
It’s about showing up intentionally.
It’s about growth over ego.
It’s about becoming the kind of man your children are proud to call Dad.
That’s what makes a dope dad.
In this episode of That Dope Dad, Michael sits down with USMC veteran, entrepreneur, investor, husband, and father of two daughters, Austin Hancock.
Austin opens up about going from a wild teenager to serving in the Marines, building businesses, chasing success, and ultimately realizing that fatherhood gives ambition a completely different purpose.
We talk about raising daughters, marriage, faith, discipline, sacrifice, entrepreneurship, and the constant challenge of building something bigger without losing sight of the people you're building it for.
Because success means a lot less if the people you love most never get the best version of you.
This is a conversation about becoming a stronger man, a present husband, and the kind of father your kids will be proud to remember.
IG - Austin Hancock:
https://www.instagram.com/austin.hancock1/ (https://www.instagram.com/austin.hancock1/)
IG - That Dope Dad:
https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/)
HOST:
https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/ (https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/)
5 Oct 2026
Ep. 34- Red Flags
Follow Us:
Everybody talks about red flags in relationships. But before you start judging someone else’s, you better take a hard look at your own.
In this episode of That Dope Dad, we talk about what it means to become a disciplined, accountable, reliable man—and why the quality of your relationships often reflects the standard you live by. We also break down some of the red flags to watch for when choosing a woman to build a life with, from lack of accountability and constant chaos to disrespect and emotional instability.
This isn’t about finding someone perfect.
It’s about becoming the kind of man who recognizes character, protects his peace, keeps his word, and is ready to build something real.
Before you look for the right person, make sure you’re becoming the right person too.
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/)
HOST:
https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/ (https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/)
30 Sept 2026
Ep. 33 - Tism Talk #2
Tism Talk | A Monthly Segment of That Dope Dad Podcast
Some parents are living a version of parenthood they never expected.
The appointments. The questions. The stares. The sleepless nights. The small victories that feel absolutely enormous. The fear of what happens when you're not there to protect them anymore.
And sometimes—the loneliness of wondering if anyone truly understands.
Tism Talk is for those parents.
Once a month, Michael Hedgecock and Will Adams sit down for raw, unfiltered conversations about autism, fatherhood, family, and the realities that don't always make it into the conversation.
We're not here because we have all the answers.
We're here because these families deserve to be heard. These parents deserve support. And these children deserve a world that works harder to understand them.
The hard days. The beautiful days. The breakthroughs. The battles. The love.
Nothing is off limits.
This is Tism Talk.
Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can hear is:
“We understand. You're not alone.”
Connect with Will:
https://linktr.ee/ThaVillagePodcast (https://linktr.ee/ThaVillagePodcast)
Follow Us:
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/thatdopedad_podcast/)
HOST:
https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/ (https://www.instagram.com/michael_hedgecock/)
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Contact That Dope Dad
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
