In this week’s episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Victor Kong, a dear friend of mine who is currently undergoing the exciting journey of moving his family (wife, and a young son and daughter!) to the Philippines.
In our conversation, we focus on the topic of how to best prepare our kids for their entry into society. Launching from the idea of moving to the Philippines and raising his kids to be anti-fragile, Victor shares his views on conveying the importance of autonomy to our children, and preparing them for a world that often yields unexpected outcomes. Ending on the topic of raising children in the age of AI and social media, Victor and I discuss how raising our kids to be better informed users of the internet gives them the freedom and resilience to develop wholesome and meaningful relationships in the digital age.
Thanks so much for tuning into this episode, and big shoutout to Victor for taking the time to speak with us! Please check out @victorisfree on Instagram for more of his content, and @2dads1car for our latest updates. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Victor Kong
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
In today’s very special episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Taleeb Noormohamed, a dad to two amazing young sons, and who currently sits as a Member of Parliament, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of AI and Digital Innovation.
Our conversation begins with a discussion of resilience as minorities and the transmission of family history and culture through our children. As we talk about Taleeb’s work with the Minister of AI, Taleeb highlights the ways in which growing up with technology can impact our children, and the ways that parents can foster common sense, safety, and focus in their children as they grow up in an ever-digitalizing world.
Thank you so much to Taleeb for generously giving his time to speak with us today! Please check out our website at 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram @2dads1car for more exciting updates to come. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Taleeb Noormohamed
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
Hello friends! In today’s very special solo episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, I share some incredible news: my wife Michelle and I are expecting our second daughter!
This episode also contains four insights I’ve gained from attending this year’s “Summit of Greatness”, an annual conference where world-renowned speakers discuss and share their life’s work on self-discipline, happiness, and knowledge. As I now enter this new stage of my parenthood journey, I discuss how my insights from the Summit of Greatness have inspired my approach to parenthood, and share some of my personal thoughts on how to continuously hone and reflect on my role as a father, husband, and leader.
Thanks so much for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car! Please give us a follow on Instagram @2dads1car for our latest update, and find us at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
In this week’s episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Riti Chrea, a dear friend and, in my view, a quintessential Renaissance dad. He’s built a successful career in sales, stays incredibly fit and active, and is raising a family with his wife, 12 year old son, and 15 year old daughter.
In our conversation, Riti delves into how he confronts the challenges of balancing a successful career with the demands of being a father to two children.
Specifically, Riti discusses many instances throughout his fatherhood journey when he has received feedback, either from his wife or even his children themselves, and how they have shaped his approach as a loving husband and father. Finally, Riti shares his excitement with watching his children grow as people, and his commitment towards becoming a model for a happy and healthy life for his children.
Thank you for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Riti for taking the time to speak with us! You can keep up with our latest updates on Instagram @2dads1car, and our website on 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Riti Chrea
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“When you’re parenting with FIRE, you’re actually able to be present for so much more of your child’s life, and develop a closer relationship than you would have been able to otherwise. That was an unexpected gift of FIRE. . . you can be present for all the major milestones.”
On this special episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Bryce Leung, who together with his wife Kristy runs Millennial Revolution, one of my favourite financial blogs. They are also the authors of the popular book, Quit Like a Millionaire, and proud parents to a young son.
In our conversation, Bryce dives into him and his wife’s journey with the FIRE (“Financial Independence, Retire Early”) movement, and how living frugally and spending money thoughtfully has allowed his family to live with mobility and freedom over the years. On the topic of parenting, Bryce discusses the power of freedom and choice afforded by living the FIRE life, and how him and his wife’s FIRE approach to parenting have allowed them to dedicate meaningful time, effort, and energy to their young family. Finally, Bryce shares his insight on how to invest in today’s market, and how his freedom-first approach to investing has allowed his family to live how they want even during times of economic volatility.
Thanks so much to Bryce for taking the time to speak with us! Please follow us on Instagram @2dads1car for our latest updates, and our website on 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
“Growing up, my dad was always the cool, fun one who I loved playing with. My mom was the one who I turned to for emotional support. What I’m trying to do is have my son feel like he can go to his mom or dad for anything.”
In this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Kevin Leung, a father to a young son, and proud millennial dad.
In our conversation, Kevin and I share an enlightening conversation on what it means to be and continuously improve as a millennial parent. Kevin and I also discuss the unique challenges in raising well-adjusted and independent children in the age of AI, male radicalization, and technology. Finally, as we talk about our views on parenting in the modern age, we share stories from our childhoods and the deliberate ways in which we learn from our past.
Thank you for tuning into this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Kevin for sharing with us. Please check us out on Instagram @2dads1car, and on our website at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Kevin Leung
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“I became an Indigenous status member around 35, and that’s when I started to really appreciate my identity. I’m very thankful for it now seeing my daughters who are a quarter Indigenous, a quarter German, and half Chinese, growing up and not struggling with that identity at school.”
In this week’s episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Thomas Claus, husband of a good friend of mine, and father to three young daughters.
In our conversation, Thomas begins by discussing his intersectional experiences growing up half-German, half-Indigenous, and how navigating his identity through childhood has both allowed him to take a more thoughtful approach to his growth as a person, and to his children’s growth and cultural journey today. On the parenting front, Thomas speaks about the collaborative nature of effective parenting with his wife, and about striking the correct balances when we speak about love, discipline, and leadership.
Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! For our latest updates, please check out @2dads1car on Instagram, or our website at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Thomas Claus
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“At first, you say ‘I’m just going to behave as if I was a good parent; what would a good father do, if I was fully loving as a human being, what would I do?’ But then the transformation unfolds inside you and you realize you’re no longer faking, it’s become who you are.”
In this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, we speak with Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon, an educator and leader as the President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of British Columbia, and proud father to his daughter.
In our conversation, Dr. Bacon recounts his spiritual transformation during his fatherhood journey, pinpointing his daughter’s birth as a pivotal moment of awakening and inspiration in his life. Dr. Bacon also shares a psychological perspective on his own parenting experiences, conveying the impact of childhood conditioning, trauma, and self-esteem as important factors to one’s parenting style and ability. Finally, Dr. Bacon reflects on his role as President of UBC, and the ways in which his spiritual and parenting experiences have enriched and contextualized his approach to education and guiding future generations.
Thank you so much to Dr. Bacon for speaking with us this week. Please check out our website at 2dads1car.com, and our Instagram @2dads1car for more exciting content and updates. I hope you love this episode!
[Rebroadcast] In this very special episode, we speak to David Eby, father to a young boy and girl (and one more coming soon!) and the Premier of British Columbia.
In our conversation, Premier Eby and I discuss a range of topics including how to nurture independence within our children, how our upbringings have influenced our parenting skills, and advice on how to navigate technology and social media as parents. Drawing on personal experience, Premier Eby also gives insights on how to address experiences of privilege with young children, and the importance of time management in balancing a busy career with a growing family.
Thank you so much for joining us today on this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car! Please visit our new website at 2dads1car.com, and we hope you enjoy this episode!
On this special Father's Day episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, I reflect on a few of my favourite episodes from the last few months. Please also check out my article for more of my reflections on the last year.
Thank you all so much for being a part of the 2 Dads 1 Car community. Without you, the listeners, none of this would be possible. I hope you continue to follow us on Spotify and Instagram to watch this beautiful community grow.
I hope everyone had a wonderful Father's Day, and I'm so excited to see what's in store for the future. Cheers!
“As a parent, I try to step in and step up in ways that I might not have in the past. There are these barriers that we create where we do certain things and not others, and I wonder if that’s a conscious choice or a story we tell ourselves.” -Rudhir Krishtel
This week on 2 Dads 1 Car (and from sunny California!), we talk to Rudhir Krishtel, a devoted father and thought leader who has not only been hugely influential in my life, but has devoted himself towards guiding generations of professionals towards self-understanding and purpose.
In our conversation, Rudhir contemplates the evolution of his parenting style in close relation to the development of his relationship with his wife, and the importance of complementing one another while remaining aware of your influences. Rudhir also dives into how to overcome hesitation to progress, and how his method of transcending this “electric fence” in life can guide parents towards raising their children with greater authenticity and intentionality.
Thank you very much to Rudhir for speaking with us today! Please check out more of Rudhir’s content on https://www.krishtel.com/ , and also check out our website at 2dads1car.com. I hope you love this episode!
Credit:
Podcast Guest: Rudhir Krishtel
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“Parenting has changed my view on design too. Before I was a parent, it was very easy to keep a very tidy, aesthetic living area. but when you have a tiny human being, you allow space for your child; you make compromises and sacrifices.” -Daniel Titchener
This week on 2 Dads 1 Car, we talk to Daniel Titchener, an architect, interior designer, prolific YouTuber, and father to a young daughter.
In our conversation, Daniel discusses how his role as a young father interacts with his awareness of aesthetic harmony and living spaces, especially as his family creates space for their daughter to play and develop in childhood. On the topic of sacrifice and compromise, Daniel speaks on relationship dynamics, and the importance of normalizing grace, healthy communication, and becoming strong role models for our children.
Thank you very much to Daniel for speaking with us today! If you are interested in Daniel’s work, please check out his YouTube channel (DanielTitchener) or find him on Instagram @danieltitchener. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Daniel Titchener
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“Even though a lot of our friends weren’t even close to having kids, at least we had people to journey with us and walk through it. That was one of the most important things for us: to have a community to listen to, to cry with us, and to just be present.”
Today’s special guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Keith Cheung, a pastor at Burnaby Alliance Church, and father to two young daughters through adoption.
In this episode, Keith walks us through his family’s journey of adopting their two young daughters from Taiwan and South Korea. As he recounts their family’s early experiences of miscarriage, Keith discusses how he and his wife directed the love and care they held as parents towards their daughters throughout the adoption process. Drawing from notions of faith and grace to oneself, Keith emphasizes the importance of humility in effective parenting, and in embracing the love and support of your community.
Thank you very much to Keith for his generous insights and powerful story. Please check out 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates. I hope you love this episode!
“It’s not about free play with peers. It’s not even about free play. It’s about emotional playgrounds, and this is where culture is important, and you can’t transmit your culture without attachments. Your children need to be attached to you.” - Dr. Gordon Neufeld
Today’s special guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Dr. Gordon Neufeld, a father of five, grandfather to seven, prolific educator, and bona fide parenting expert in both educational background and experience.
In this episode, Dr. Neufeld delves into his attachment-minded approach to parenting by re-framing the concept of parent-child connection in the context of his own experiences. With touching stories as a son, father, and grandfather, Dr. Neufeld portrays the power of delineating between parent and peer attachment during the development process, and raising healthy children at home before they enter society.
Thank you very much to Dr. Neufeld for this masterclass in fatherhood and parenting! Please check out his book “Hold On To Your Kids”, his speaking engagement on April 30th (link below), and the Neufeld Institute for more of his educational material.
https://neufeldinstitute.org/event/supporting-well-being-in-2025-live-bell-centre-event/
Please also check out our website at 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram for the latest update. I hope you love this episode!
Credit:
Podcast Guest: Dr. Gordon Neufeld
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“What I do gives me purpose. Doing the right things for the next generation adds significance to your life. It’s not just about having fun and going through life, you have to deliver for the next generation.” -Gregor Robertson
Today’s guest on 2 Dads 1 Car needs no introduction for our listeners in Vancouver. Gregor Robertson had previously served as the mayor of Vancouver for 10 years, most notably during the Vancouver Olympics in 2010! He is a father to three adult children, and had also been a foster parent.
In this episode, Gregor discusses the nuances of navigating political publicity with his children, and how his commitment towards being present for his family has informed his approach towards public policy. Gregor also shares his incredible experience as a foster parent to his daughter’s high school friend, and how this formative experience had deepened his understanding of love for his family and community, and the systemic issues which found his platform towards building a healthier city for the next generation.
Thank you very much to Gregor for taking the time to speak with us today! Please check out our website at 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram for the latest update. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Gregor Robertson
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“I’m making sacrifices to be with the people who I truly love, which is my family, and I want to be there while they’re growing up." -Craig Ryomoto
Today’s guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Craig Ryomoto, a prolific tech entrepreneur, thought leader, and father to a young daughter and son.
In this episode, Craig recounts the hectic journey of developing young companies while beginning his life as a father. On the topic of balance and sustainability, Craig gives a nuanced take on how to stay true to a demanding career and life passions while finding meaningful time to spend with your children. Near the end of this episode, Craig offers heartfelt commentary on Asian representation in Canadian corporate culture, and how his involvement and experiences in the community motivate him to create a safer and more inclusive space for the next generation.
Massive thanks to Craig for taking the time to speak with us today on 2 Dads 1 Car! Please check out our website at 2dads1car.com and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates.
Also, join the Umamii waitlist and mention that you heard about it through 2 Dads 1 Car to get in :) https://www.umamii.ai/waitlist
We hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Craig Ryomoto
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
Today’s guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Ngai Pindell, an educator, current Dean at the Peter A. Allard School of Law (University of British Columbia), and father of two young boys.
In this episode, Ngai shares stories about his family’s move from sunny Las Vegas to Vancouver in the Pacific Northwest. As he watches his sons go through the growing pains of adjusting to a new environment, Ngai discusses his growing sense of pride and trust in his sons as a father. On the topic of independence, Ngai also recounts how his experiences as a university administrator and educator have contextualized his supportive approach to guiding his sons into independence and young adulthood.
Thanks so much for joining us on this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and to Ngai for sharing so many great insights! Please check out our website at 2dads1car.com and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates. We hope you love this episode!
“ Fatherhood will open up your heart in a whole different way. And make you emotional in a beautiful way, and I feel like this is something that we can embrace” - Jagmeet Singh
Our special guest today on 2 Dads 1 Car is Jagmeet Singh, a proud girl dad of two and the leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party. Jagmeet is someone who I’ve admired from afar. He has been on my dream guest list since we started this podcast, and I’m so incredibly grateful for this opportunity to chat 1-on-1 with Jagmeet.
In this episode, Jagmeet discusses the relationship between his roles as a father, a husband, a son, and a community leader. Through stories about being intentional about greeting others, cooking for his family, and traveling with his family across Canada, Jagmeet offers insights on how to blend career, community, and personal life, and how that can breed authenticity and intentionality in fatherhood.
Thank you so much to Jagmeet for taking time out of a busy schedule to speak with us! Please visit our website at 2dads1car.com, and check our Instagram page for the latest updates. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Jagmeet Singh
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
“What’s most important is we need to really start looking at the environments that we educate and raise our children in, and what it comes down to is cognitive diversity. We need to start creating environments of extreme cognitive diversity” -Gregory Jeffrey
Speaking with us in beautiful Puerto Morelos in Mexico, our special guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Gregor Jeffrey, a familiar face to those who have followed us since the beginning, and father to a young son and daughter.
In this episode, Gregor takes a deep dive into the concept of cognitive diversity, and how a deeper understanding of how our children think can help us create optimal environments for them to grow and learn. Using his own fatherhood journey as an example, Gregor delivers a powerful message rooted in compassion for our children, and the infinitely complex world in their minds.
Thanks so much for joining us on this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Gregor for sharing so many valuable insights with us! You can find more of Gregor and his work at gregorjeffrey.com, and @virtualgregor on Instagram. Please also check out 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates. I hope you love this episode!
“One extreme is where you’re always there to pull them up, and they don’t develop that muscle of figuring it out. Another is where you don’t even bother looking. There is this medium where you’re there to encourage, but they pull themselves back up.” - Minh Ngo
Today’s special guest on 2 Dads 1 Car is Minh Ngo, a successful businessman, friend of mine, and proud father to a 20 year old son and 22 year old daughter (who is actually a mentee of mine!)
In this episode, Minh candidly describes the humility and intentionality with which he approaches his role as a father in his children’s lives, especially as they embark on adulthood. In this light-hearted conversation, Minh and I also discuss the nuances of navigating your children’s ambitions, and how to be their best cheerleaders as they build their own lives.
Thanks so much for joining us on this episode of 2 Dads 1 Car, and big thanks to Minh for taking the time to speak with us! Please check out 2dads1car.com, and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates. I hope you love this episode!
Credits:
Podcast Guest: Minh Ngo
Podcast Host: Steven Ngo
Podcast Producer: Baron Hsueh
