In this candid core-team episode, Eric Maynard, Tom (@earnherrespect), and Mr. Pancakes open up about the realities of juggling busy dad life—work, homeschooling, family changes, side projects, and more. They explore the pressure to always be productive, the value of complementary roles in marriage, embracing discomfort for growth, and why true fulfillment beats fleeting happiness in a consumer-driven world. Plus, Eric shares how he’s helping his 7-year-old son launch a bug-breeding business to teach real-world skills.
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Guest Spotlight:
No guest this episode—just the raw, relatable insights from our core hosts as they reflect on fatherhood, priorities, and pushing through chaos.
Hosts
- Eric Maynard (@EA_Maynard on X)
- Tom (@earnherrespect on X)
- Mr. Pancakes (PancakesWithYourDad.com)
Resources Mentioned
- Google Calendar (for staying organized in the chaos)
- Hostinger (AI website builder used for the kid’s “Creepy Critter” bug business site)
- Creepy Critter (upcoming bug-breeding business for reptile feeders and pets)
- Concepts from Essentialism (on true priorities vs. plural “priorities”)
Connect With Us
Website: CallWithDads.com
X: @CallWithDads
YouTube: @CallWithDads
Tom: @earnherrespect on X | Marriage-Material.com
Mr. Pancakes: PancakesWithYourDad.com
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