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Taylor Swift and the “Swiftie Dad” Phenomenon

For the uninitiated, Swiftie Dads are a phenomenon. They’re fathers whose daughters are massive Taylor Swift fans. According to GQ, these dads don’t just chaperone their kids to concerts; they’re dad-sized “groupies” who don the merchandise, sing the songs, and play along. Gone are ‘bored dads at a One Direction concert.’ These dads are ‘ecstatic about Taylor Swift concerts too’, added GQ. https://youtu.be/1gfO2ZPcm0M Although I am completely sceptical about the darker ...

By Rod Lampard|2023-08-16T21:18:41+10:00August 18th, 2023|Dads|1 Comment

The Popular Girl

Taylor is the popular girl at my daughters’ all-girl school. All schools have popular kids. This popular girl holds some sort of easy charm, often leaving some girls pining for that social standing. Normally I wouldn’t be too fussed about the popular girl; however, I believe that Taylor is stepping onto my parenting turf. And, when it comes to the well-being of my children, I am fiercely territorial. I try to ...

By Greg McInerney|2023-08-16T21:12:04+10:00December 27th, 2022|SINGLE DADS, Children, Dads|0 Comments

Men & Chores: Why We Do Them

Research shows that religious men tend to do more chores than non-religious, progressive men. What is the reason behind this? And what other reasons might men have to delve into the thick of housework? While housework is not the most glamorous of duties, research from the University of Utah suggests that some men are holding their own, both in the kitchen and outside it. Surprising Observations In January 2021, Utah-based Deseret ...

By Rod Lampard|2022-01-07T17:52:39+10:00January 7th, 2022|NEW DADS, Dads, FAITH, FAMILIES, LOVE & MARRIAGE, MANHOOD, MENS HEALTH|0 Comments