In this episode of Dishing with Dad, Alexis and Mark reflect on what it was like to discover Alexis’s talents—and what it means, as a parent, to hear your child say, “I want to do this for a living.”

Mark shares his perspective on supporting that moment: the questions, the instincts, and the balance between guidance and letting someone find their own path. Along the way, they also talk about how Mark shaped his own life and career, and how those experiences informed the way he showed up as a parent.

This is a thoughtful conversation about ambition, support, and what it looks like to grow—both as a child and as a parent.

In this episode of Dishing with Dad, Mark and Alexis introduce a new format: This or That. This time, it’s all about beverages.

From wine vs. beer to apple juice vs. orange juice, they go back and forth on their picks—sharing opinions, small debates, and the reasoning behind their choices along the way.

It’s a lighter, more playful episode that still keeps the core of the show: conversation, personality, and a little generational perspective.

In this episode of Dishing with Dad, Mark and Alexis talk about their religious history and what faith looked like growing up. Alexis shares some of her personal experiences and struggles growing up Catholic, while Mark listens and reflects alongside her.

This episode is a thoughtful father-daughter conversation about belief, questioning, and the ways our understanding of faith can change over time. It’s a space for honesty, curiosity, and listening to one another with care.