Best Daniel Berk Podcasts (2025)

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Lovable and Sora 2 Will Change How AI is Used 41:05

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Troy Munson and Daniel Berk break down the two biggest tech revolutions of 2025 — OpenAI’s Sora 2 and Vibe Coding — and what they mean for creators, coders, and the future of work. From AI-generated movies to apps that can build themselves from a single sentence, this episode dives into how prompting is becoming the new superpower — and why the nex…

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The Benefits of Having AI in Your Child's Life 46:55

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Episode 43: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk flip the script for a forward-looking episode on technology, parenting, and the moral compass of the next generation. From asking how AI will improve kids’ lives, to exploring connection in a digital-first world, to unpacking th…

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Why Your Bathroom Habits Are Actually DISGUSTING 30:51

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Troy Munson and Daniel Berk return for a raw, funny, and surprisingly insightful episode of Two Dads in Tech. From getting scammed on Hamilton tickets in Chicago, to the hilarious reality of dad staches, public restrooms, and dude wipes, to viral investing tweets and whether copying politicians on Robinhood is genius or insane this one is packed wi…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep18 - Organizing Pinball Expo with Rob Berk 1:06:18

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Rob Berk has been the face behind Pinball Expo since 1985, curating a gathering that’s become the longest-running pinball show on the planet. From hosting early designers who rarely shared stories in public, to shaping the culture of how collectors, vendors, and fans come together, Rob’s influence is unmatched. We dig into what it’s like to create …

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The United States Has Never Really Been United 37:54

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Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk return for one of the rawest Two Dads in Tech episodes yet. From the shock of watching traumatic world events unfold online, to the weight of polarization in America, to the very real personal cost of chasing success—this conversation pulls…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep17 - Organizing Tournaments and How to Stay Zen with Tom Graf of Fox Cities 1:08:10

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Tom Graf of Fox Cities Pinball joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to share what it takes to set up and run tournaments without losing your cool. From the logistics of organizing events to the art of staying calm when things get hectic, Tom breaks down his approach and why his relaxed style works so well. We also touch on his background and the Fox Cities…

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From Facing Death to Building Multimillion Dollar Businesses 52:40

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Episode 39: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Scott Leese – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleese – for one of the rawest and most vulnerable conversations yet. From surviving nine surgeries and an opioid addiction, to building billion-dollar startups and…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep16 - Into the Rainbow With Mark Seiden at Jersey Jack Pinball 1:04:48

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Mark Seiden joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his journey from homebrew designer to working at Jersey Jack Pinball. We dive into his creative process, what it’s like designing Avatar, and how collaboration shapes modern pinball design. From early influences to the nuts and bolts of game rules, this episode explores how Seiden’s unique visi…

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How to Become Indistractable from Technology with Nir Eyal 49:08

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Episode 38: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Nir Eyal – https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal – for a deep dive into distraction, focus, and fatherhood. From the famous “superpower story” with his daughter, to why attention is the skill of the century, Nir …

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep15 – Rebecca Salem on Pinball Collectives 1:15:49

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Rebecca Salem joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about building the Austin Pinball Collective, designing her own 3D-printed pinball trophies, and what it really takes to form a collective in your own city. How not to feel alone with standing up to bad pinball peeps and how it takes a village to create one of the most interesting pinball collectiv…

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How AI is Going to Shape Tech, Parenting, and Friendships 47:07

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Episode 36: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – go raw and unfiltered on friends, faith, family, and tech. From why making “parent friends” feels like dating, to the loneliness vs. longevity debate of friendships, to whether kids today can still have a childhood without s…

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This is the WORST Sales Advice EVER 42:04

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Episode 36: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – swap PB&J tips, parenting wins, and hard truths about friendship, marriage, and work. From the hunt for “your Shawn and Ashton” couple friends, to rules of engagement that keep marriages healthy, to why “friendly jabs” aren’…

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Anthony Natoli Almost Lost His Life to Gambling 54:28

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Episode 35: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Anthony Natoli – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonynatoli – for one of the most vulnerable and powerful episodes yet. From gambling addiction and $100k in debt, to fitness transformation and mindset mastery, A…

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How Parenthood Ruins Your Quality of Life 49:24

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Episode 34: Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – and Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – dive headfirst into one of their spiciest topics yet: Should everyone have kids? They unpack the data on parenting and happiness, question cultural expectations, and get deeply personal about their own dad journeys. Along th…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep14 - Custom Toppers With Rob Rath of The Electric Playground 1:08:08

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Rob Rath from The Electric Playground joins Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his work designing and building custom toppers for pinball machines. We get into how he approaches the creative process, what goes into making something that feels like it belongs with a game but still stands out, and the small shop challenges of turning ideas into somethi…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep13 - Kyle Spiteri - Motorcycles, Cats, and Stern Support Guru 1:38:45

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Kyle Spiteri, better known as Black Cat Pinball - joins the show to talk about his path from his time at Marco Specialties to his current support role at Stern Pinball. We dig into his early days fixing pins at the Pacific Pinball Museum, the chaos of tech support at Stern, and why you don’t always need to restore a game to perfection. Kyle shares …

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Moving Away from iPhone After 15 Years 45:50

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Episode 33: Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – is back with Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – for a wide-ranging convo that spans euro trips, retirement blueprints, and AI clones. They riff on building wealth without burnout, why vacations matter more than birthday parties, and what happens when your AI twin…

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He Made $45,000/mo Making Memes 36:39

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Episode 32: Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) goes solo dad this week, joined by meme mastermind Charlie Light — the guy behind viral Twitter personalities like John W. Rich, Hunter Cold Calls, and Chase Passive Income. They break down the business behind meme accounts, how to turn tweets into six figures, and what it’s really l…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep12 - Manu - Streaming, Free Gold Watch, and Virtual Pinball 1:22:35

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From Free Gold Watch to virtual tables and movie nights, Manu Smith has built one of the most distinctive voices in the pinball streaming world. We talk about his early days in the Bay Area pinball scene, the rise of Mystery Pinball Theater 3000, and how virtual pinball became a lifeline for players and creators alike. Plus: what really goes down d…

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Does Cold Calling Work in 2025? - Ep 31 44:15

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Episode 31: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) jump from cold call sprints to billion-dollar acquisitions, all while hiking the Dolomites and dodging SEO doom. They dive deep on why the internet is broken (again), how social virality actually works, and why email lists mig…

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This Is Not How Life Should Be.. - Ep 30 49:39

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Episode 30: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go full late-night therapy session — live from Spain (again) and the depths of parental chaos. From mushroom microdosing and screaming toddlers to productivity paranoia and the new AI gold rush, the dads get vulnerable, real, …

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep11 - Paris Pinball Addict: How The Pinball Industry Needs To Change 2:00:25

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Guillaume Fau (aka Paris Pinball Addict) joins us to break down the global pinball scene and we don’t hold back. We talk pinball ambassadorship, international markets, and the step-by-step process this industry should be following when announcing and releasing games. With years of large-scale marketing experience, Guillaume lays out how transparenc…

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The iPhone is Going Extinct - Ep 29 40:56

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Episode 29: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) fire up the mics from across the globe — literally. With Daniel calling in from a Spanish bedroom, the dads get real about raising kids while building companies, how their own childhoods shape their parenting, and what legacy …

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep10 – After Hours: Electric Bat Arcade with Rachel & Cale 1:36:55

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How do you run a full-blown pinball bar until 2 AM every night and stay married? Rachel and Cale from Electric Bat Arcade break it all down—logistics, love, location pinball, and late-night arcade life in Tempe. We talk running machines in the desert heat, Arizona pinball culture, and how to build a community one quarter at a time. Praise the Great…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep09 – The Hunt Begins: Predator Pinball with Daniel Janson 1:03:50

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The widebody has landed. We sit down with Daniel Jansen, CEO of Pinball Brothers, to talk about their new Predator machine: the rules, the features, and the sheer guts it takes to bring a licensed behemoth like this to life. We dig into the use of AI in their teaser campaign, the implications of AI-generated art in the industry, and whether high im…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep08 – Brewing Beans & Flipping Dreams: Tony from What’s Brewing 1:42:15

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We head south to San Antonio to talk to Tony, the owner of What’s Brewing, a coffee roastery that also happens to double as a pinball arcade. We get into the grind of running two very different scenes under one roof, from roasting beans to repairing flippers, and how a city like San Antonio shaped the culture of both. Turns out, coffee people and p…

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The Harsh Truth About Gentle Parenting - Ep 28 54:07

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Episode 28: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go off on the current state of AI and the annoying trend of fake content. They share hilarious (and painful) stories of ChatGPT hallucinations, the dangers of outsourcing content creation, and why you need to be your own sourc…

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Your Phone is Destroying Your Life - Ep 27 48:22

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Episode 27: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) are back from a wild lake trip — 4 families, 7 kids, and a whole lot of chaos. They get real about co-parenting dynamics, underwater earbuds, and the mental load moms often carry. This one’s a vulnerable, reflective take on mo…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep07 – Davey of Stumblor Mods / The Art of The Pinball Modding 1:48:25

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Davey from Stumblor joins Dirty Pool to discuss how one of the most respected names in pinball modding became a quiet powerhouse. Twitch – https://twitch.tv/dirtypoolpinball YouTube – https://youtube.com/@DirtyPoolPinball Instagram – https://instagram.com/dirtypoolpinball Facebook – https://facebook.com/dirtypoolpinball Known for high-end, limited-…

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Will Your Kids Marry an AI Robot? 51:09

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Episode 26: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) unpack the concept of "alpha dads," react to that viral “I would never let a man take care of me” post, and dive into the difference between being masculine vs emotionally present. One of the most honest convos yet. — Show Not…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep06 – Chad The Bird Loves Worms and Pinball 1:21:30

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This week’s guest has a lot to say—and somehow says it all without moving his lips. We get into pinball, performance art, and the unique acoustics of Logan Arcade. Let’s just say this one might take flight in unexpected directions. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:15 - What Are You? 00:02:32 - Did I Pay Chad? ... No. 00:03:30 - Bi-coastal? Bi-Polar. 00:04:00…

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The 7-Day Digital Disconnect Challenge - Ep 25 52:51

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Episode 25: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) dive into screen addiction, parenting guilt, and creating the Two Dads in Tech 7-Day Digital Disconnect Challenge. They also get real about viral content, sharing kids online, and the pros and cons of working from home as a pa…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep05 – Maker of Mischief: David Van Es from Barrels of Fun 1:47:20

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David Van Es joins us to talk about launching Barrels of Fun, building a creative-first pinball company, and the wild process behind their debut game Labyrinth. With Dune now on the line, we dig into how his background in film and licensing feeds into game development—and why the second act might be even more ambitious than the first. 00:00:00 - In…

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How to Break Into Tech Sales - Ep 24 55:15

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Episode 24: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go deep on how to break into tech sales, how to start your own product, and why building with AI is the cheat code of 2025. If you're stuck in your job or waiting to start something, this one's for you. Show Notes: (0:00) AI j…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep04 – Ian Jacoby of Nudge Magazine 1:26:10

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Talking pinball lifestyle and punk rock with Ian Jacoby, founder of Nudge,a print only pinball magazine that’s flipping the bird to digital trend. We dig into why print still matters, the aesthetics of rebellion, and the dedicated art of saying no to AI.. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:16 - Welcome! 00:00:58 - Jeff May Introduced Me To Nudge @heytherejeffr…

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Tips on Preparing for Parenthood - Ep 23 45:59

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) get deep on parenthood prep, marriage maintenance, parenting guilt, relationship regrets, and the grind vs balance debate. One of the most honest episodes yet. Show Notes: (0:00) How do you actually prepare to be a parent? (4:30) The CPR …

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep03 – Jonathan Bergeron From Punk to Pinball 1:06:55

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From tagging as ZEN in Montreal’s graffiti scene to illustrating Jurassic Park, Dune, and Labyrinth for Stern and Barrels of Fun—Johnny Crap has carved a path through art that’s anything but ordinary. In this episode, we trace Jonathan Bergeron’s evolution from punk-fueled muralist to in-demand illustrator, designing merch for Slayer and Guns N’ Ro…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep02 – Bowen Kerins on Designing Dune and the Art of Pinball Rules 1:23:30

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What makes a pinball ruleset click? In this episode of the Dirty Pool Pinball Podcast, we’re joined by Bowen Kerins—rules designer at Barrels of Fun—to unpack how a game's structure comes together behind the glass. From early concepts to deep code layering, we talk about balancing challenge, flow, and accessibility. Bowen shares insights from his c…

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How Do You Parent with AI? - Ep 22 48:12

5M ago48:12

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) go full dad mode. From steroid shots and ChatGPT addiction to broken dog toes, budget EV trucks, and gorilla vs grizzly debates.. this one covers it all. Show Notes: (0:00) Birthday episodes and Daniel’s neck pain saga (4:00) From running…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep01 – Kineticist on the State of Pinball News 1:00:10

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Episode one of the Dirty Pool Podcast kicks off with Kineticist, the go-to news source for all things pinball. We dig into how the site got started, what it's like covering this wild hobby, and what stories aren’t getting told. A candid conversation about keeping the silverball press rolling. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:45 - Colin Introduction 00:03:05 …

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Why Working for a Startup Sucks - Ep 21 42:12

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) reflect on startup growth, golf simulators, raising mini athletes, MVPs, newsletter empires, and what it means to let go of your role as your company scales. It’s a full founder therapy session. Show Notes: (0:00) We hit 21 episodes (and …

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Here's How Money Makes You Happier - Ep 20 43:15

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Shop Our Merch (https://shop.twodadsintech.com/) Episode 20: Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) celebrate hitting 20 episodes and dive into money, happiness, content creator cringe, AI ethics, parenting, and ice cream hot takes. No guests. Just the dads. — Show Notes: (0:0…

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Sam Parr, the World's Largest Podcaster, Hates Podcasting - Ep 19 49:59

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Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) and Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) sit down with Sam Parr (https://www.linkedin.com/in/parrsam/) — founder of The Hustle, host of My First Million and Money Wise, co-founder of Hampton, and proud dad of two. They talk about fatherhood, sobriety, business regrets, and how m…

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CEO of beehiiv Shares His Secrets on Building a Startup - Ep 18 48:09

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Episode 18: Daniel Berk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk/) and Troy Munson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson/) talk to Tyler Denk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-denk/) — co-founder and CEO of beehiiv, and creator of Big Desk Energy — about going from $120K in debt to building one of the fastest-growing media platforms in SaaS. — Sh…

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They AI Bubble is Real and It's About to Pop - Ep 17 41:58

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It’s a serious one, but don’t worry — we still bring the dad jokes. This week, we talk about two heartbreaking stories of teens who were influenced by bad friends and AI tools. As two dads, it really hit home. We talk parenting, tech, and how we even begin to prepare our kids for this wild world. Also in this episode: A $50M AI startup is in hot wa…

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Why Dads Stay Silent About Postpartum Depression - Ep 16 47:08

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This week on Two Dads in Tech, we unpack the viral spy scandal between two HR tech giants — Deel and Rippling. A mole, a honeypot trap, and a bathroom escape? It’s like a Netflix drama, but real. Then we shift into dad mode. We get honest about postpartum depression for dads, the identity crisis that hits after having kids, and why therapy isn’t ju…

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How Vibe Coding Will Replace Entire Engineering Teams - Ep 15 47:31

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In this episode of Two Dads in Tech, we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in B2B SaaS, sales tech, and AI. LinkedIn just removed Seamless AI and Apollo.io from its platform—what does this mean for data providers, and is your company at risk? We break down the controversy and what it signals for the future of LinkedIn’s policies.…

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How to Make Money on the Internet - Ep 14 52:35

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Two dads. Two mics. Way too many hot takes. Welcome to Two Dads in Tech, the podcast where we say the things most LinkedIn influencers are too scared to post. 🚀 In this episode, we tackle: 💰 How to make money online (without selling your soul to a get-rich-quick course). Whether it’s launching a newsletter, ghostwriting for execs, or flipping stuff…

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Does eating Chick-fil-A make you a bad person? - Ep 13 54:42

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In this episode, we break down the biggest debates in dad life and tech, including: But first, check out our sponsor, Fathom, the best call recorder ever: https://2ly.link/24uFH 🐶 Are dogs secretly more expensive than kids? Daniel’s dog had a vet bill that cost more than his last vacation. Troy’s dog almost lost a leg thanks to a spider. Do we stil…

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Business Ideas You Can Steal Today (and Controversial Things..)- Ep 12 40:48

8M ago40:48

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In this episode, Troy and Daniel dive into the chaos of parenting, business ideas, and deep (but hilarious) life debates. Ever wondered if you’ll poop yourself during a marathon? We tackle the hard-hitting questions first. Then, we shift gears into raising kids in 2025—what do you actually teach them at home? Math and coding? Nope. How to be decent…