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July 15, 2026
Adventure

22 Family Adventures for the Bold

By Julia Holmes and Tyghe Trimble

For your next family vacation, paddle to your own island, bike from inn to inn, or take a road trip through the most remote regions of Patagonia. What’s stopping you?

Profile

Alex Honnold, The World's Boldest Climber, Just Became a Dad. Now What?

By Drew Magary

From awe-inspiring ropeless ascents to fatherhood, the ultimate risk taker is aiming for new heights. And not about to hold back.

Life

A Family That Walks Together

By Tyghe Trimble

The myriad benefits of walking are well-documented, for health and happiness. But if we force the kids to tag along, is it still a good walk?

Bring It In

Can’t We All Just Hug Each Other?

By John DeVore

I was one of many who were taught, implicitly or not, that men shouldn’t express themselves that way. I’m slowly learning how to embrace a different path.

Entertainment

Tony Hale Doesn’t Want to Pass His Childhood Anxiety to His Daughter

By Ryan Britt

Hale is famous for playing nervous people. But that doesn't mean he wants his kid to follow in his footsteps.

Fatherly’s Guide to Marriage

Fatherly Originals

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Gavin Rossdale Isn’t Watching The Days Go By

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LeVar Burton Looks To The Next Generation

Feature Profile

Kai Lenny Is Chasing The World’s Biggest Waves — And Now, Twins

Cool Dads

Joshua Jackson’s Mightiest Role

Cool Dads

Josh Duhamel Is Ready To Do It All Again

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Jeffrey Wright Makes Every Role Count

All Of Legend

John Legend Has More Love To Give

Profile

Daniel Handler Works His Melancholy Magic

Cool Dads

Mark Wahlberg and Kevin Hart Make Their Own Time

Cool Dads

Patrick Dempsey Breaks The Spell

Interview

In Todd Snyder We Trust

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Wellness

This 20-Minute Mindfulness Practice Is The Key To Better Sleep

By Tyler Santora

And it’s done lying down.

The Big Game

This Super Bowl Parenting Mistake Is Worrisomely Common — But Easy To Correct

By Christian Dashiell

The stress of the game combined with alcohol can lead parents to make this error.

Low T

The Worrisome Link Between Low Testosterone And Heart Problems

By Isobel Whitcomb

There may be a connection — and it's one you should be aware of.

Youth Sports

Experts Pinpoint How Youth Athletes Can Use Stress To Their Advantage

By Christian Dashiell

Hopefully, these new insights will keep more kids involved with youth sports.

Parenting

The Very Real Appeal Of Slow Parenting

By Christian Dashiell

Fewer obligations and more space for unstructured play and family time? This parenting style forces your hand — and deserves your attention.

Help Yourself

Future Forward

Worry More Effectively

Advice

Comfort Someone The Right Way

Advice

Call Out A Friend's Bad Behavior

Skills

Read The Room Like A Pro

Howdy, Stranger

Leave A Great First Impression

Charm School

Be More Likable

Food & Drink

Drinks

How To Make The Best Irish Coffee

The Dad Special

Chef Alex Stupak’s Dirty Rice Recipe Is A Perfect One-Pot Dinner

Mix It Up

How To Make The Best Old Fashioned You've Ever Had

Dad Special

Andrew Zimmern's Butter-Fried Chicken Is A Crazy Good Family Meal

Drinks

The Original Mai Tai Recipe Deserves Your Attention

Read This
Bob Odenkirk Shows Us What Happens When Parents Take Their Kids’ Ideas Seriously

In collaboration with his daughter, Erin, on a new book of kids’ poetry, Bob Odenkirk argues that parents should make more stuff with their kids.

by Ryan Britt
Entertainment

10 Great Sports Docs And True-Life Stories To Stream With Your Kids Right Now

By Ryan Britt

From inspiring stories to crucial moments in history to cutting edge contermporary atheletes, there’s a great co-viewing experience for everyone.

Parenting

The Awkward Truth About Gym Class

By Matt Gross

It’s not about the fitness.

Ask Coach

Coach Mando’s Advice For Youth Sports Parents & Dad Coaches

By Ryan Britt

Brendan Wayne, the man who is The Mandalorian, has been coaching youth sports for more than 20 years. Here’s his advice to other coaches and parents on the sidelines.

Parenting

10 Times Ted Lasso Totally Nailed This Whole Parenting Thing

By Christian Dashiell

Ted Lasso isn’t the perfect father, but he’s one who can teach us a thing... or 10.

Gear

35 Back-To-School Sports Gear Essentials Every Young Athlete Needs

By Donna Freydkin

From activewear to snacks to the crucial stuff we all forget about, here’s your complete product guide to the gear your young athlete needs.

Dad's Day

A Cool Dad’s Guide to Father’s Day

By Tyghe Trimble

Happy Father’s Day, from one cool dad to the next.

America's Dad

Ty Burrell Has Some Advice For Parents of Teens

By Tyghe Trimble

America’s dad has a very pointed and personal message.

Fatigued Fathers

Jon Gustin Is Wide Awake

By Tyghe Trimble

How do you make the The Tired Dad perk up? Get vulnerable.

Books

“Do I Have To Go To College?”

By Adam Mansbach

The author of 'Go The F*ck to College' explores the pride and pain of sending your kid out into the world on their own, once and for all.

Masculinity Now

Gary Vaynerchuk Just Wants Us All To Be (And Raise) Nice Guys

By Tyghe Trimble

“I have all of my validation, and I mean all of it, wrapped up in being a nice guy.”