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Chicken Soup for the Soul's Being Dad

41min

Documentary

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Being Dad is an intimate, entertaining and revealing portrait of nine men who are tackling fatherhood, one of the most important roles in the world. Each episode of this new docu-series drops viewers into the lives of three dads who are facing challenges that are simultaneously unique and universal: a single dad re-enters the dating scene; an over-protective dad struggles with his autistic daughter’s growing independence; gay dads deal with the emotional complexities of adoption. While the featured fathers are different ages, races, and religions, they are all bound by the singular belief that raising their children is life’s greatest gift.

Episodes

Cast

Season 1

Episode 1

1. Episode 1

41min

27th Aug 2018

Touring musician Eddie wants to stay close to his kids. Voiceover artist Spike anticipates his firstborn. Farmer Patrick takes his children to work.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

40min

3rd Sep 2018

Eddie and Jessika go on the road with the family. Patrick worries about his daughter's upcoming driving test. Evan reflects on being a gay parent.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

40min

10th Sep 2018

Eddie and the family acclimatize to tour life. Patrick tries to instill confidence in his son. Spike gets physically prepared for his baby.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

39min

17th Sep 2018

Evan talks to Gabriel about having gay parents. Stay-at-home dad Steve deals with enduring effects of trauma. Terry looks back on saving his daughter.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

39min

24th Sep 2018

Terry supports Elizabeth’s photography hobby. Single dad Kristian juggles parenthood, work and dating. Steve and his family start a healthy lifestyle.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

40min

1st Oct 2018

Barry describes life with an autistic teen. Kristian discusses empathy with Olivia and goes on a date. Dad of three Leo anticipates grandparenthood.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

41min

8th Oct 2018

Eddie’s family waits to welcome him home after a long tour. Barry and Lulu discuss acting and overcoming shyness. Leo celebrates Kylo's arrival.

Episode 8

8. Episode 8

41min

15th Oct 2018

Spike and Kim tackle life with a newborn. Leo deals with some tough conversations. Eddie’s family plans home renovations.

First air date

27th Aug 2018

Last air date

15th Oct 2018

Status

Returning Series

Type

Scripted

Original language

en

Networks