Spending time with our children is obviously a huge part of ensuring a child’s self-worth as they grow. When we are spending that time with our children though, are we truly engaged with them or just taking up space in […]
PODCAST #3: Test-Driving Your Dream Job!
This week’s episode features talk about how you can help your kids understand politics and democracy, with John Coslowitz – Political Science Professor Emeritus. Also, wish you could test-drive your dream job? Well, you can! Mike Austin interviews Brian Kurth, […]
RELATIONSHIP: If Mama Ain’t Happy…
I think we’ve all heard the old, worn-out saying, “If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.” Well, no matter what kind of guy you are, you’ve got to admit there’s some truth in that. But here’s the deal. What often […]
FRIDAY ROUND-UP: Alec Baldwin, Stuggling Boys, New Dads, Fitness + More!

Well, welcome to Friday! It’s been a crazy economic week, eh? But life goes on and there’s quite a lot of good fathering content going on the web this week… so, here we go with our weekly round-up of great […]
NFL: The AFC East Is Up For Grabs
The AFC East is up for grabs. That’s right, at the time I write this, we are three games into the season and there is no clear cut favorite. The Bills are 3-0 and have scored the third most points […]
Osburn On Tap: Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest, Octoberfest, whatever way you spell it, it means that summer is over, the leaves are starting to change color and it is officially time to recognize the beginning of fall. It’s not all bad news though, if Oktoberfest has […]
The Art of Cooking: Football Food!
While the hot and cold weather battle for a spot in the upcoming months, the Monday nights are starting to be spent cheering from the couch. Ah yes, the football season is now in full swing and you can finally […]
OPINION: You Can Put Lipstick On The Economy, But It’s Still A Pig
Well, Wednesday is usually our day to zip out a round-up of all the “cool stuff” popping up on the radar screen as of late. But, it seems like the economy has taken over the radar screen lately! Can’t imagine […]
Into the Dawn: The Sabrina Kindergarten Story
Once upon a time the obstinate Princess Sabrina started kindergarten. Although she had gone to preschool for two years and had a GREAT time with a wonderful teacher, Terry Dayner, she did not want to go to Kindergarten. The prospect […]
The Juggle
Today’s fathers are more and more involved in their kid’s lives. As school starts back up and calendars fill with work and extracurricular activities, the logistics of day to day life can get a little crazy! How does a guy […]
Title IX, Steroids, and Spygate: Sports and Our Next President

Those of you who are like me are quite tired of the ongoing presidential election. The (not so) funny ads, the double talk from the candidates and their camps, the arguments over petty incidents (do I really care whether Obama […]
FRIDAY ROUND-UP! Juggle Family and Career, Osbournes, Depression + More!
It’s Friday! Time to end the week with TheFatherLife’s round-up of great fathering links from around the web… enjoy! And have a great weekend! -TFL Ben MurphyBen Murphy, founder of The Father Life, is an Adventure Athlete, Writer, and Wellness […]
Why Organic?
Has a trip to the grocery store ever left you wondering: Is buying organic really worth the higher price? And what does “all natural” really mean anyway? The variety of “green” products has skyrocketed with options ranging from organic skincare […]
THE WEDNESDAY WRAP: Mazda 6, Cohen Brothers, Killers + More!
We know you’re busy, so very Wednesday we pass along cool stuff that’s worth knowing about… enjoy! -TFL Ben MurphyBen Murphy, founder of The Father Life, is an Adventure Athlete, Writer, and Wellness Advocate who used to be obese. You […]
SNURF: Adorable Name, Deadly Drug

Are you concerned about your kids smoking pot or indulging in other illegal substances? Be warned: There are plenty of other legal substances kids are using to get high… What a crummy way to start the new school year: Four […]