The Band Dads Podcast
We want to hear from you! Send us your thoughts, questions, or anecdotes in email to feedback@banddadspodcast.com Ever sat through a band concert wondering how your kid suddenly knows 12 instruments but still can’t find their shoes? Or nodded along as the band director explained “dot books” and “horn angles” like you weren’t completely lost? Then The Band Dad’s Podcast is for you! Join us as we break down the wild, wonderful, and slightly chaotic world of band parenting with humor, sarcasm, and just enough actual knowledge to keep us from getting kicked out of the booster club. Whether you're a seasoned band parent or still figuring out what a “reed” is, we’ve got your back. Tune in—confusion loves company! https://www.banddadspodcast.com/
Episodes
The Real Bandwives – Part One
What’s it really like to be married to a band director?
In this special two-part episode of the Band Moms Podcast, Shannon, Becky, and Leah welcome guest Libby Denny for an honest, funny, and eye-opening conversation about life as a “Band Wife”—or as some call it, a Band Widow.
Shannon and Becky flip the script and step into the role of interviewers, digging into the realities for Leah and Libb...
The conversation continues…
After the cliffhanger ending of Part One, the Band Moms are back with Libby Denny to finish the story—and this second half delivers in all the best ways.
What begins as an honest look at the challenges of being married to a band director turns into something even deeper: a celebration of the love, loyalty, and lifelong bonds that are built inside the band community. From navigating long seasons ...
In Band Around the World, the Band Dads take a fun and educational journey to explore what band and music education look like across the globe. This episode was inspired by—and promised to—a listener in Dubai who is very much not a bot. From our neighbors to the north, to the discipline of elementary band programs in Japan, to Europe’s long-standing community brass band traditions, this episode highlights how differen...
It’s that time of year again—students are choosing classes and schedules are being built for next school year. And whether a band program grows, holds steady, or struggles often comes down to what happens right now. This is the most critical window for recruitment and retention, and it’s one that’s frequently underestimated—especially by parents and booster groups who are far more influential than they may realize.
In ...
After a full year of conversations, laughs, debates, and unexpected moments, it was time to hit rewind.
In this special “Greatest Hits” episode, the Band Dads look back on some of the most memorable moments from the first year of the podcast. Featuring favorite clips hand-selected by Scott and Chris, joined by picks from the Band Moms and listeners from across the band community, this episode is a celebration of what m...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… unless you’re on the naughty list.
In this special holiday-themed episode, the Band Dads get into the spirit of the season by sorting out who belongs on the naughty list and who earns a spot on the nice list. Where do band directors and band parents land—and is there a little overlap between the two?
Scott and Chris also share their favorite (and most least favorite) Christmas s...
What if band directors were treated like elite, in-demand coaches?
In this thought-provoking episode, the Band Dads explore a bold idea using a comparison from the sports world. Lane Kiffin is a high-profile college football coach known for being constantly pursued by programs, frequently changing jobs, and commanding attention and salary offers based on perceived value and potential—sometimes even more than past resul...
The Band Moms are back—and this week, it’s Becky’s turn in the spotlight. In this touching, funny, and deeply relatable episode, Shannon and Leah invite Becky to reflect on what it means to be the mom of a senior and to look back on the entire band journey she and her son have shared over the years. From those first nervous early experiences to the final milestones of senior year, Becky walks us through the full life ...
It’s finally happening—the Myth Buster Episode has arrived! After promising in every intro that they’ll “debunk all the myths,” the Band Dads are officially making good on their word. In this first installment of what is sure to become a fan-favorite series, Scott and Chris take on 10 of the biggest misconceptions in the band world… five about band kids and five about band directors.
On the Band side, the Dads dig into...
The moment you’ve all been waiting for is finally here — the very first episode ever of The Band Moms Podcast! Shannon, Leah, and Becky crash a Band Dads recording session, seize the microphones, and officially take over. (Yes, “Bad Moms Podcast” was jokingly suggested… but only because they’re fun enough to pull it off.)
In this long-overdue debut, each of the Band Moms introduces herself, shares the kiddos who earned...
It’s here, Championship Week! State Finals, BOA Grand Nationals, the biggest weekend of the marching band season is finally here, and the Band Dads are feeling the Finals Fever. In this episode, Scott and Chris sit down to talk through some recent competition experiences, a few things that might need a second look in the judging world (one inspired by a band dad text rant), and why this time of year feels so special ...
🎺 What really defines success in a marching band season?🥁
In this episode of the Band Dads Podcast, Scott and Chris dig into that very question — are scores, tapes, and placements really the only way to measure success? Or is there a deeper, more meaningful way to celebrate what bands accomplish each year?
Scott challenges Chris to revisit his data analyst mindset and explore alternate metrics that could highlight the...
🎙️ It’s time to take a breath and catch up! In this episode, the Band Dads hit pause on the usual marching band madness and sit down to reconnect — with you, the listeners. For the first time this season, Scott and Chris dive into your messages, questions, and feedback from across the country (and even around the world!).
There’s no set agenda here — just two band dads having some genuine, unscripted conversation, sho...
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🎺 It’s competition season! The first performance is in the books — so how did the band do? What score would you give them? You do know how to score a band… right? No? Don’t worry — the Band Dads are here to help!
In “I Heard That!” we kick things off with fresh content that revisits and refreshes one of our most popular conversations: how marching ba...
After months of separation (and Scott’s excruciating longing), the Band Dads are finally back together again — no guests this time, just Chris and Scott doing what they do best: shooting the breeze about band, life, and everything in between.
In this episode, the dads put a surprising twist on the marching season by asking: Does Strauss–Howe’s generational theory apply to band? They dig into how students, parents, and ...
On September 10, 2025, the United States witnessed two unnecessary tragedies: the Evergreen High School shooting in Colorado and the fatal shooting of activist Charlie Kirk. That same evening, while already in the studio, the Band Dads pressed record for an impromptu, unrehearsed, and raw conversation about these events—and about a bigger question that’s hard to ignore:
If we already know that belonging to inclusive, c...
In this episode of the Band Dads Podcast, we’re once again joined by Darrin Davis — one of the premier minds in the marching arts, current DCI and BOA judge, and the former director of the four-time Grand National Champion Pride of Broken Arrow.
Together, we dive into what happens starting at camp and go through the competition season:
- What is the true objective by the time students leave those long, hot summer days...
In this episode of the Band Dads Podcast, our guest is none other than Darrin Davis, one of the most respected and influential minds in the marching arts — current DCI and Bands of America judge, and the former director of the legendary Pride of Broken Arrow, where he led the program to four BOA Grand National Championships.
After setting the stage with our deep dive into band camp (including three episodes inside the ...
This special episode of The Band Dads Podcast is dedicated to the life and legacy of Jaxon Landfair, a beloved member of the Basha High School Band community whose story continues to inspire far beyond his years.
Jaxon was just like any other teenager, he loved video games, his part-time job, and above all, being part of the band. But during his junior year, his world and his family’s world changed forever when he was ...
Inside Band Camp – Part 3: This is the end my friend
In the final installment of our band camp docu-series, we continue into the sounds, sweat, and spirit of the high school marching experience. This episode kicks off inside a battery percussion sectional, where you'll not only hear the drive of the drumline but also get a breakdown of the lingo and learn what all that rhythmic jargon really means.
We also sh...
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