Hey dads (and everyone else who loves a good laugh and solid parenting wisdom)! This episode of Dad Shorts is packed with dad jokes, real talk about education, and even a fantasy faculty draft featuring the best TV and movie dads.

Our guest, Dr. Luke Boyer, is an educator with a passion for helping parents navigate the world of schools. He brings insights on everything from what parents should really pay attention to in education to how schools differ from businesses.

And, of course, we dive into some classic Dad Shorts fun—including dad uniforms, dad jokes, and building the ultimate school staff using famous TV dads. (Spoiler: Uncle Phil is definitely running the show.)

Episode Breakdown:

(00:02:30) - What’s your go-to dad uniform? Cargo shorts or sweatpants? Let’s be real.
(00:08:02) - Bring on the dad jokes! (Yes, we’ve got a dad-a-base for that.)
(00:07:05) - Advice for new dads—because babies don’t come with manuals.
(00:12:27) - The truth about schools: What’s real, what’s media hype, and what parents need to know.
(00:17:30) - Must-read books for parents who want to understand education better.
(00:24:38) - If you were Secretary of Education, what’s the first thing you’d change?
(00:30:55) - Building the ultimate school staff with TV and movie dads. Who’s principal? Who’s the shop teacher? And who’s definitely getting fired?
(00:39:37) - Final thoughts: The school of our dreams… or nightmares?

Hit play, have some laughs, and maybe even walk away with a fresh perspective on education. Keep on Daddin'!