Tell us a bit about who you are?

Got a full family of 5 kids (4 step-kids, 1 biological). Currently serving the military in the Special Operations Community out of Ft. Bragg, N.C. In what little free time I do have, I enjoy videography, snapping pictures. Lately I’ve been getting into competitive decoying for dog handlers and looking to maybe try my hand at stand-up comedy soon.

How long have you been a Dad?

Going on 5 years!

Were or are you a baby-wearing Dad?

Absolutely! Tula is the way to go.

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

Took them to a retro free play arcade. Got to kick some tail in old school WWF Wrestlemania.

On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

My rating: 8. My wife’s rating for me: 1.

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

Nobody can keep a straight face while being tickled. Works like a charm every time.

What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

How to Train Your Dragon 2

What's your kid's favorite word?

Racoon (Pronounced “Ra-hoooom”)

The last book you read with your kids?

“Oh the Thinks You Can Think” by Dr. Seuss, celebrating his birthday next week.

Favorite adult beverage?

Dragon’s Milk Bourbon Barrel Stout by New Holland

Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

Princess Merida from Brave because its okay for girls to kick butt too.

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

I am not afraid to become a kid with them again. I am the dad that is always in the middle of the action. I am the one is showing them how to be a daredevil, but also the one picking them up when they fall. A Bad Dad is more than just being fun, its about being an example of how to treat other people, especially their mother. It also means being open-minded and accepting, no matter the things that make them different.

Let people know how to find you! 

IG @suburban.cynic

 

Jarod DeAnda: A SUPER Dad to the bone and all around amazing host and personality.

Dadhood is the best and good fathers deserve to be highlighted. This is a new feature at The Bad Dads Club called - Dad to the bone where we feature some of the coolest Dads we know. We ask them a few fun questions and let them take it away from there. Welcome to The Bad Dads Club - Jarod DeAnda.

Please tell us a bit about who you are?

Jarod DeAnda: Husband, father, lover of life but a lot of people know me as "The Voice of" Drifting, Red Bull GRC, plus hosting Baja 1000 and other SCORE races. My resume I've worked with X Games, many Red Bull events, Monster Energy, Ford, Toyota, EA Games and many more. Hosting, MC'ing and more. My "job" allows me to be part of my rad events, travel the world, hang and party with my family and friends and make a living doing so...

How long have you been a Dad?

JD: My oldest son Parker is 10 this year and my other little dude Tyson aka T- Bone is 2

Were or are you a baby wearing Dad?

JD: Yep!

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

JD: I'm traveling right now as I type but headed home for a week of hangs, swimming, partying for my oldest sons birthday. But my oldest just got back from Woodward which is pretty rad!

On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

JD: 10

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

JD: Just laugh and relax because it's just a lack of communication skills then have a drink later after it's all over.

What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

JD: Finding Dori which was my youngest's first movie

What's your kid's favorite word?

JD: "COOL"

The last book you read with your kids?

JD: Fido 1,2,3

Favorite adult beverage?

JD: Beer... What kind? As long as it's cold and wet but sometimes I'll just settle for wet!

Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

JD: Always like the Daewon VS Rodney vids... Disney - have to say Lightning McQueen because I have boys. But how about Jesse the cowgirl, she's a princess too if you think about it!

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

JD: Being part of TBDC is something that acknowledges that were part of our kids life but doesn't lose sight of that we're still fun loving dads! Kids change you and allow you to evolve as a human being but don't change you to a stifled human being plus being a dad of a fun loving nature gives your kids the ability to see things in a different light. My travels have exposed me and therefore exposed my kids to a better me and my wife which equates to a more open minded child and human being put into the world for them to flourish! SEND IT!

For more info on Jarod and his awesomeness, please check out his site at www.jaroddeanda.com or get at him on Instagram.

- TBDC

Garrett Strommen: A multilingual Dad to the bone and owner of Strommen Inc.

Dadhood is the best and good fathers deserve to be highlighted. This is a new feature at The Bad Dads Club called - Dad to the bone where we feature some of the coolest Dads we know. We ask them a few fun questions and let them take it away from there. Welcome to The Bad Dads Club - Garrett Strommen.

Please tell us a bit about who you are?

Garrett Strommen: My name is Garrett Strommen. I started Strommen Inc, a language school and language services company (translation, film and tv dialect coaching) about 7 years ago. Now we are the highest rated school in LA. Fatherhood is my main gig with our son Miller (2) and our daughter Luna arriving in a month.

How long have you been a Dad?

GS: For 2 years, but I've behaved like a Dad for a while.

Were or are you a baby wearing Dad?

GS: Yes

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

GS: We got a place at the Parker Palm Springs. Miller loves going to Hotels, getting room service and swimming. 

On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

GS: Ninja

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

GS: Miller doesn't really tantrum. But I will give him my iPhone with Minions, Curious George or Finding Nemo when we are out to dinner. Other times it's a lollipop if he gets hurt and I have one handy.

What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

GS:  We went to a "mommy and me" showing of Finding Dori. Where are the "Daddy and me" movies?

What's your kid's favorite word?

GS: "Suchi" (Sushi)

The last book you read with your kids?

GS: Buddha at Bedtime - a gift from a spiritual friend, he loves it.

Favorite adult beverage?

GS: Dirty Gin Martini

Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

GS: Anna

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

GS: I'm a Bad Dad because I'll do anything to make my kids happy (and wife). Seeing Miller happy makes me happier than I've ever been. Miller fit into my lifestyle like a missing puzzle piece. Looking back, I can't imagine life before being a Dad. I'm happy to say my friends are Bad Dads too. They are all in the club with me and it's a beautiful thing.

For more info on Garrett and his awesomeness, please check out his website, Strommen Inc.

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Chris Ngo: A steezy Dad to the bone and owner of Embellish NYC, Foundation Footwear, Haus of JR, Crysp Denim, Lifted Anchors, and more.

Dadhood is the best and good fathers deserve to be highlighted. This is a new feature at The Bad Dads Club called - Dad to the bone where we feature some of the coolest Dads we know. We ask them a few fun questions and let them take it away from there. Welcome to The Bad Dads Club - Chris Ngo.

Please tell us a bit about who you are?

Chris Ngo: Chris Ngo, I guess I work I own a few clothing brands and sell clothes. I'm pretty damn awesome, at least I tell myself that.

How long have you been a Dad?

CN: Almost 3 and a half years.

Were or are you a baby wearing Dad?

CN: Yes

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

CN: Nothing crazy so far, walks around the park with our dog and playing hoops. 

On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

CN: Off the chart, One hand with a beer skills.

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

CN: Call Mom.

What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

CN: Finding Dora. (Terrible)

What's your kid's favorite word?

CN: Go away or NO.

The last book you read with your kids?

CN: The Tushy Book.

Favorite adult beverage?

CN: Dom P

Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

CN: Elsa......100% Elsa.

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

CN: I can still remain cool but put family first. My kids and wife is everything.

For more info on Chris and his awesomeness, please get at him on Instagram.

- TBDC

Mel Peralta: An entrepreneurial Dad to the bone and owner of Stadium Status.

Dadhood is the best and good fathers deserve to be highlighted. This is a new feature at The Bad Dads Club called - Dad to the bone where we feature some of the coolest Dads we know. We ask them a few fun questions and let them take it away from there. Welcome to The Bad Dads Club - Mel Peralta.

Please tell us a bit about who you are?

Mel Peralta: Hey, my name is Mel Peralta, I'm based out of NYC and I like to do fun stuff. #stadiumstatusgroup

How long have you been a Dad?

MP: 10 years!!! (WTF, where did the time go?!?)

Were or are you a baby wearing Dad?

MP: Uh?

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

MP:  Got my ass handed to me in Chess by the 10 year old, while my 4 month old laughed hysterically. I think I was set up.

On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

MP: 10

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

MP: Signing to the baby, Bribery with the 10 year old.

What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

MP: It was wack, so let's skip a couple movies back: Jungle Book in 4D was TRUTH

What's your kid's favorite word?

MP: The baby sounds like a pterodactyl, so no words yet. The older one is fond of the phrase "Stop embarrassing me, Dad!"

The last book you read with your kids?

MP: "A is for Activist"

Favorite adult beverage?

MP: Hennessy (I'm from the Bronx, fams)

Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

MP: No skate video, but any Allen Iverson highlight video makes my day.

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

MP: The 10 year old just started his first job and the baby is forever smiling. I have no idea how I got here, but LIFE IS GOOD.

For more info on Mel and his awesomeness, please check out his site at www.stadiumstatusgroup.com or get at him on Instagram.

- TBDC

Ray Mate: An OG Dad to the bone and owner of Mighty Healthy

Dadhood is the best and good fathers deserve to be highlighted. This is a new feature at The Bad Dads Club called - Dad to the bone where we feature some of the coolest Dads we know. We ask them a few fun questions and let them take it away from there. Welcome to The Bad Dads Club - Ray Mate!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please tell us a bit about who you are?

Ray Mate: I am the Mayor of Streetwear

How long have you been a Dad?

RM: Almost 6 &%$!? years

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Were or are you a baby wearing Dad?

RM: What the heck does that mean?!

What is a fun thing that you did with your kids this week?

RM: "Dad is being bad...he is smoking in the apartment. He should be going outside" - Mason Six

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate your diaper changing ability?

RM: 10

What is your go to in a tantrum emergency?

RM: Smartphone or cookies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 What's the last movie you watched with your kids?

RM: Deadpool (he was pretending to be sleeping SOOOO not my fault)

What's your kid's favorite word?

RM: Mom

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 The last book you read with your kids?

RM: I forgot but tomorrow I have to help him read books for his Summer assignments!

Favorite adult beverage?

RM: Redbull, I recently quit drinking or doing anything fun but I smoke a ton of cigs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Favorite Skate Video part and/or Disney Princess?

RM: Sick Boys: the whole video beginning to end.

What makes you a "Bad Dad" (This is a good thing... AKA Way too awesome compared to everyone else)?

RM: I let my kid listen to Future

For more info on Ray and his awesomeness, please check out his site at www.mightyhealthy.com or get at him on Instagram.

- TBDC