What Makes A Great TV Dad, How To Train Your Dragon

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, let’s debate what it takes to make a great TV dad. Is it discipline? Communication? Hilarity? The ability to be a friend? As we encroach yet another Father’s Day, we felt it was an apropos time to dive into the well of TV dads and dissect what truly makes them stand out for all of us.

Also on this week’s podcast: Our spoiler-free review of How To Train Your Dragon, Goonies, Cocoon, and Back to the Future all turn 40, Upcoming Attractions, and we share thoughts on MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q.

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Discussed on this episode

    • (0:00 – 14:38) Opening | Goonies, Cocoon, and Back to the Future Turn 40
    • (14:39 – 46:04) From the Outside In: What Makes A Great TV Dad
    • (46:05 – 57:35) Upcoming Attractions | Whatcha Been Watchin’ – MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q
    • (57:36 – 1:10:59) Review: How To Train Your Dragon
    • Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!

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