How to DAD | Jordan Watson | TEDxChristchurch

[@natskii4886]

“Life’s loud. Kids are loud. Laugh louder” I liked that one

[@wlwlvr]

As a newish dad, this is amazing advice!

[@aderiancreature8464]

"High five."

[@murderist4252]

BRO just as i read that, he said it. perfect timing.

[@harrisansari8984]

i thought he said "wife's louder"

[@elenaa8256]

@@harrisansari8984 lollll

[@jackjordan5544]

The only guy who gave tedx talk wearing shorts 👌 impressive.

[@lucialveroy]

And flip flops!

[@agentx5945]

@@lucialveroy jandals!

[@ThirrinDiamond]

Like he said, ITS THE PANTS

[@cheeseytacotime9380]

More like stubbies!

[@m_1230]

He attends all events like this lol

[@MrJeepney123]

I got this recommended to me after binging how to dad.

[@thesavageclips]

FudgeNuts wow same

[@unknown-yt8xv]

oh hello there😂😅

[@Mostacs]

Literally rn for me

[@soloataraxia]

Me too!

[@AA-sn9lz]

Well mostly it's because of the KZbin algorithm

[@lubainamubasheereen632]

Shorts and flip flops = *dedicated father*

[@siiiiena]

Jandals*

[@wyohman00]

stubbies and thongs...

[@Alex_IHateHandles]

William Yohman Jandals and stubbies

[@danny55531]

Stubbies and Jandals*

[@_naru_7697]

@@siiiiena *chanclas

[@yootooberkev15]

omg he's wearing the same dang clothes that's hilarious

[@riooprayogo]

Best outfit I've seen in TedTalk

[@jimijamesjowitt]

Cause he is NZs number one meme.

[@Bubble170]

He buried the shorts. RIP

[@maromaro5209]

D

[@mycupoverflows7811]

So consistent! ❤️

[@lordziz]

Can’t believe this guy got his own TED Talk. What a legend.

[@aparna776]

TEDx is not the same as TED but he’s great nonetheless.

[@cernugaming]

TedX

[@csabraxas]

Nah its TedX. You could probably talk there if you ask nicely.

[@tommyaguirre3479]

"They say: *Fake it until you make it* ,and i say *make it until you make it* because _fake is not make it_ " That is pretty wise

[@CH4RL1S1O]

Actually it was fakers don't make it, guess we do have a bit of an accent

[@garywatson3343]

Sounds like my twist on it. FAITH it until you make it

[@RealBelisariusCawl]

@@CH4RL1S1O I didn't have that much trouble with it and I'm just about as American as they come lol

[@LLLadySSS]

But seriously his kids are so smart I want to know how he did that.

[@alexikarpouzis5947]

Lady.Whatever Teach them smart things

[@KatarinaS.]

It's called interaction

[@siegfreidsujide299]

His genes. Go to bed with him you'll see

[@samielabraham9773]

WIR überwinden du Hund haha

[@LLLadySSS]

Alexi Karpouzis and theyll be alright

[@katjaaa]

Hope he gets really famous. And hope this will help normalize the role of present fathers. He’s really good btw

[@lizziemilan2882]

@siemenssx1 He's not just present though. A lot of fathers, especially if there is more than one child, leave them to play by themselves and don't engage with them much (just being present). Even though he makes these videos, it comes across that him having fun is by engaging with them and playing with them on their level instead of sitting idly in the same room. He removes the need of having excessive toys that kids only play with for a few days and instead engages their curiosity and learning through play. So being just present isn't considered good, unfortunately it seems to be the 'standard', HowtoDAD showcases being more than just present which is good. And he is very realistic too, in some videos he mentions things like how he will have aches from the playing/exercise - not to downplay how being a parent has its struggles with trying to keep up with a child's energy.

[@universalinsights3314]

@@lizziemilan2882 Well put

[@Pantominas497]

Let's hope it doesn't, for the sake of normality. A father should be on the battlefield not at home in a pijama

[@Pantominas497]

@@lizziemilan2882 right, it's not about quantity of time, it's about quality of time spent

[@mariejohannagarganera9698]

@@Pantominas497 how about both

[@OhWaker]

Jon Snow as a dad.

[@GHasBack]

There should be so many more comments saying that.

[@anditsreyna020]

Soon to be.

[@krzyszwojciech]

A bit chubbier version.

[@mcenson2001]

omg I just commented this too hahaha

[@salahuddinperdana4780]

and he'll be like HOW TO HOLD A DRAGON.

[@lhr8020]

this guy is basically bob ross in parenting. His hair style proves it.

[@friendlyfire7509]

"Thhere are no mistakes only happy accidents"

[@lunasea4309]

Yesss

[@alfredowaltergutierrezmald834]

I am impressed by his wisdom, his creativity, his sarcasm, his humor...and his lack of wearing pants XD

[@Mosaa]

and i am inspire of number of your likes 404 lol 😂 sorry but i am a computer science student

[@lightwarrior432]

@@Mosaa607! As of 3.7.23. 😅👍🏽

[@nish_thefish_6906]

I want a husband like this. He has a good relationship with his kids. We all want a healthy family

[@Aritul]

I agree.

[@fernandaabreu5625]

And I really wish you find an amazing man to built the most beautiful family together. This man speaking however seems to me a bit off. He has openly admitted to having spent time with his children for success, as he did not at any moment express any cherishing for the opportunity of being with his family as he talked SOLELY about fame. I don't like him. I wish you a more family-oriented man than this one.

[@nish_thefish_6906]

@@fernandaabreu5625 thank you for the kind wish. I really appreciate it

[@misspriss2482]

@@fernandaabreu5625 What? He is here because he is famous. Of course he would talk about fame. However, if you watch his videos, it is clear that he has a very close and loving relationship with his daughters. They would not respond to him the way they do on camera otherwise. They are very used to him playing with them and spending time with them. The "How to" videos that he posts are very small snippets of his life with them. I'm sorry, but I think you have the wrong idea about this man.

[@msgarbi95]

@@fernandaabreu5625 where did he say It?

[@amydamjanovic9183]

In ten years I want to see him do a How to Dad series with teenagers.

[@jbrown2908]

As the saying goes, "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" LOL

[@angelaguirre4694]

Lol. We’ll see

[@tiahere8499]

Its almost been 10 years

[@Mr.Capitalism]

Less fun more drama

[@Rod.Machado]

Other speakers: omg im going to ted talk what should i wear? How to dad: yeah

[@Tefixitafuckme]

He'll be 'right

[@brickyy3106]

Ah yeeh*

[@tinabaroutsos6179]

sweet as

[@louannhuber2651]

So nice to smile. He is adorable. So is his baby.

[@ilhamonytube]

I love Jordan How To Dad, but I just realize that these success stories are basically this: artistic accidents that worked.

[@KateGoesFirst]

Coconut Leaf Spine but this is how it goes. It started there but the work the kept is real work. They deserve to speak ☺️

[@radanv2535]

yes, i agree it would be interesting to see the various "near misses" or one-offs. because in the end its always about the person (or a team), determination and the path they took - or didnt. Life is a series of accidents: be prepared (to use them) ;-)

[@prz88]

If it was mathematical algorithm that made it go viral it would be controlable....but its not

[@carpediem7981]

Not exactly an accident. Like initially yes but if he hadn't put in consistent effort I wouldnt have even known him. I just discovered him. And his message of "Make it til you make it" really hit home.

[@Natalia-cm8ez]

Where's he from actually? I think I've heard this accent

[@aelmssy777]

Jordan Watson: "um G'day" Everyone: *laughs he's so powerful 😌

[@adliblib4646]

oh you wet wet

[@chilli-iceolive-abode2447]

Oh you wiggly wiggly

[@ritahopple6360]

I’ve noticed that too. He is anointed with a sense of humor and the gift to make ppl laugh.

[@tovahreed2461]

TEDx Talks are usually there to show that invention can come from anywhere. It's something to remember, that you don't have to be a scientist or overly qualified to be an inventor, you just need passion. :-) His is in being a true kiwi dad and demonstrating the light hearted things in life. Cheer How-to-dad for showcasing kiwis the way you do. You're awesome.

[@JulsLittleBeirutAnarchy]

“Make it until, you make it. Fakers don’t make it.” ❤️

[@wweRamz]

This guy is the definition of Number One Dad

[@div9617]

Yeah

[@todayiglowup4286]

this guy is such a legend honestly

[@CrazyChaosClara]

omg this is so much BETTER knowing what his intentions were!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rosnahshamsuddin9952]

Isn't this the guy that released his baby into the wild

[@aintrz]

Yes

[@ficale]

No thats she'll be right Dad

[@oilaum8811]

Hehehe 😉

[@brickyy3106]

Ah yeeh

[@mooncromatca4973]

Yas

[@ひかり-j4m]

I'm not a parent but How to DAD is my favorite youtube channel. Never failed to made me smile

[@theobserver_224]

Baby Jesus , double Baby Jesus 😂😂😂

[@kinsmed]

He didn't mention How To Mum is expecting their third.

[@livingmultiverse5544]

OMGF THATS A WHOLE NEW SERIES HAHAHA

[@Trazynn]

Got to keep the material fresh...

[@ScarlettRegret]

Their third's a toddler now

[@agerven]

@chas ames: And why would he do that in this talk? He credited htm sufficiently by explaining the ideas and preparation for each video comes from their teamwork.

[@meganslonesings]

Aww, yay!

[@shruthims7474]

Glad he didn't wear a suit for this! And came in his "KZbin uniform" 😉 Would've looked really fake otherwise

[@demiurge7676]

KZbin uniform? Dude/gurl i think thats his every-damn-day uniform at this point.

[@karthikbsrinivas9638]

Tu

[@Mizoturi]

You mean his dad uniform, maximum dadhood

[@jarediannudalo6074]

there should be a how to dad event and everyone wears that uniform 😂

[@yuciehayashi266]

All the dads should get together in that uniform discussing on how to dad

[@elisereid5101]

Hahaha, believe it or not, most nz dads already own the ridges thermal tops, the shorts, jandals and red bands that he's wearing in his videos. It's the quintessential nz bloke uniform

[@yasyasmarangoz3577]

xD

[@yasyasmarangoz3577]

@@yuciehayashi266 xD

[@evangelina5069]

The classic Dad uniform

[@chimeraart3737]

He really does look like a chubbier mexican Ryan gosling lol

[@aaliyapie4344]

i cant unsee this 😂😂

[@seifbouanik3689]

THANK YOU!

[@nicoleono2326]

To me he looks more like a mexican Heath Ledger 😂

[@ObyTotis]

No wonder I think he’s hot

[@nathalieli7617]

He does not look Mexican, looks more European than anything. He hot, regardless.

[@katearellano624]

Omg I was just binge watching this bloke and thought he was hilarious and then I saw that he has a ted talk?!?! He’s my hero 😂

[@lanzcordero2132]

Same! :)

[@tasha3757]

When his children grow up they're really gonna be proud of him.

[@wlwlvr]

Typical, silly How to DAD got serious and inspirational, and rocked it in the end. Well done, mate!

[@briza2022]

Seemed tired to me

[@Champagnebxba]

Wardenclyffe5by5 thanks just spoiled it

[@luke_the_fraser855]

@@Champagnebxba Don't read the comments then halfwit.

[@picketfence2028]

I'm a 40 year career Pediatric RN and I love your videos. No nurse was hurt in the making of this comment.

[@terezjordon2290]

Why would anyone thumbs down this ??? He is a supportive dad : parent with a tremendous sense of humor! I’m a single mum ; much respect for his involvement.

[@HiImMonster]

He’s so attractive 😭

[@naut_nigel]

Yess Zaddyyy!!😍😂

[@86crud]

Very pretty. He reminds me of Barry Gibb.

[@TheTacitusKilgore]

He reminds me of Jason Momoa but with a small curly fro and flip-flops.

[@krashd]

He reminds me of Zach De La Rocha from Rage Against The Machine. Or the normal looking one from Flight of the Conchords.

[@Pantominas497]

@@naut_nigel you are a man how are you attracted to a man wtf?

[@MattyLove]

As a Kiwi KZbinr it's pretty inspiring seeing him up there giving an inspirational chinwag

[@illuminatisecrets2864]

Matty Love Pewdiepie noticed u that could be considered pretty rare!

[@jenhittaki4605]

Matty Love pew deeee peee xD

[@jimijamesjowitt]

You only know you are getting attention when they either ban you or promote you. Personally I would rather be banned.

[@seiya6144]

how to talk like a “deed” “interneet” “sucsees” “defenitlee” “freends”

[@CH4RL1S1O]

What? I thought everyone says definitlee? And the rest we don't say, thats Australians.

[@daphvetu2571]

intirnit

[@brandowildboyyelavich]

@@CH4RL1S1O but hes from New Zealand.

[@wearetheworld9059]

Leegs

[@spr15]

I kid you not, he is the reason I can now understand the NZ and Australian accent 😁

[@RaijinKaze]

His daughter going “see ya”! Killed me the first time I watched the video.

[@luckyDancer100]

As a women, this is so nice to see. What I wouldn’t do for such a great partner. I feel having kids sometimes comes down to how much help you have. You don’t want to leave your kids with someone who doesn’t enjoy them. This guy seems to genuinely love being a parent.

[@kody6518]

I got a 3 month old son and you've been such a comical relief and help with dad things so thank you keep them coming 👌

[@icalotdonthide2646]

His vids kept us sane the first year we had our baby. Bless him.

[@KhoPhi]

Those cloths he's wearing someday will auction for millions of dollars

[@perjacobsen8445]

It is so true. Show up every day. Thats how to DAD

[@orianamandi]

All women should find such a man. Good dads that care for their wives AND they don't get bored of their woman because she became a mother, but they try even harder to keep their family the best place ever😍😍💎💎

[@akj7]

I don't know any man that got fed up of his partner after she got children. Men are usually not complicated, either you stopped providing something or you didn't have that something to begin with. Women however tend to choose guys that are assholes. Just look at this guy in the video: long shirt, long hair, long bear, shorts and sandals. I bet that some girls would find him lazy and unattractive.

[@abirdkilledmeh]

@@akj7 you sound like an incel

[@LeleXrina1]

@@akj7 you sound sad.

[@felizaniversario5778]

@@akj7 No, Jules. NO.

[@IvaZinga]

@@akj7 wwwwwoooooooooowww you are single af

[@mostrendingph1309]

His is being a true dad and demonstrating the light hearted things in life..

[@thewinterizzy]

THIS IS SO GOOOOOOOOD. I'm so happy to be part of this community and support you. Thanks, Dad. :')

[@8055jayesh]

One of the best Ted talks of all time... How to dad guy is so genuine

[@DeblerQueen]

You never fail to make me laugh. Life is HARD. Thank you for the light you pour into it. Your children are so blessed.

[@sassasimp6522]

He's basically NZ's national dad now

[@kuraqueen6593]

Pretty darned flash alright, kiwi boy. I liked the "Life's loud, kids are loud, laugh louder." You just keep on doing what you're doing and we will keep on watching.

[@lmbarak]

I can't believe I'm only seeing this for the first time in 2020. I don't have kids but I LOVE this guy and his family. They're just adorable.

[@ghuzmaken2451]

When the camera moves away and I could see his entire outfit it was hilarious lmaoooo. This guy is a legend tbh

[@الظاهرة-ث8ح]

watching how he was exited talking about his journey its touch my heart

[@Someone98982]

"You need to show up everyday and be as best as you can, so that new opportunities find you" .. so basically be persistent, that's what I got from this talk.

[@ibte_sam7334]

The part where he suddenly turns to his mom, IS SO CUTE.

[@tishyo77]

Im two year late, but it's not his mom, it's the kid's mom as far as I know...

[@armandolinaresrequena9934]

an example that being outgoing, witty, funny and a good parent can lead you to be what you never imagined yourself to be ... a great influencer

[@howardrichburg2398]

His videos make me miss when my kids were little. A special time for sure.

[@arpadgellertsiklosi3811]

He is so motivational and hilarious at all! I don't even have a baby, and I haven't got a girlfriend, but you show a lot of practical thing that I can use in the future, thank you Jordan!

[@sg_1541]

Ryan gosling? He looks like kit Harrington.... Just a bit taller.

[@anders8461]

And chubbier

[@BrunosSquirrel]

I clicked to watch this just to check whether he gave a TedTalk wearing shorts. The man did not disappoint.

[@alixchang8461]

Came to this video after watching the goodbye youtube video. Can't believe I've been following How to Dad for 5 years now, from one baby to three. ❤

[@_amoopoint_1458]

You're name is Jordon?! I thought your name was Dad!! 😲

[@youarespecialjustlikeevery1670]

Our life is a LIEEEEE

[@sarawatswife]

@@youarespecialjustlikeevery1670 yea lol

[@frostgod4209]

The name's Bond. James Bond. The name's Dad. How to Dad.

[@o.aldenproductions.9858]

He has the most kindest, loveliest disposition. Bless him

[@andreagriffiths3512]

Awesome, inspirational and funny - those are my takeaways but to his family he is most assuredly the best dad in the universe. I love watching the bond between him and his precious ones.

[@ankitaanupurva7284]

I have never loved a TedX talk do much! He is just so authentic! And endearing.

[@screenmanor7095]

The only TED talk of which I enjoyed every second and saw the audience enjoying it too !!

[@jokeranalysis]

Adorable 😍 I was smiling all through this. The daughter-dad bond has so much to offer. Thank you for bringing happiness to us with each video. Bow to the power of the short shorts success!

[@harshitrajsingh6842]

And we LOVE these silly, little videos

[@matth2492]

I love how to dad, truly my fav channel on KZbin

[@nikhilnanda5922]

He gave the talk in shorts. God he is my hero. This is the man i will look up to now :')

[@angrypotato_fz]

Short, funny, interesting (didn't know your daughter was "misbehaving" by going to sleep :D) and with a good quote “Life’s loud. Kids are loud. Laugh louder”. Good job, HowToDAD, high five!

[@blessedhandsasmr7550]

this guy can sell himself on training babies to sleep on command!!!HOW??.. WHAT?!?!?!... that's crazy! top notch parenting skills!

[@markfoster6495]

It is very easy to be a father, the challenge is in being a DAD👌

[@pointfull]

coolest dad the world have ever seen

[@Kurzux]

Yo his in full costume, even barefoot. Lmaoo man like

[@sinansipo]

Abdi'sHairline / flip flops ^_*

[@axel7351]

hes wearing jandals

[@roosters93]

the top of his foot is bare but usually barefoot refers to not wearing any shoes at all.

[@ziited5679]

@@roosters93 🤦🏻‍♂️😂😂🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@YTFlove4ever]

I hope he doesn't forget the videos became viral cos of his babies. He's just 1 part of it.

[@aintkizo]

I think he'll be the happiest father once his daughters gets married

[@random3443]

I think he looks pretty damn happy already ^^

[@fernandaabreu5625]

@@random3443 He does! He has finally figured out how to use his baby properly for KZbin fame.

[@shairaahmed4853]

Abreu What's your problem girl??

[@Jojo-om7uy]

@@fernandaabreu5625 ur so sad

[@jbrown2908]

Just think of all the stories he'll be able to tell at her wedding!!!

[@Multigameguy35]

High-fiving the dude instead of the standard handshake. Totally on brand.

[@bonniehyden962]

...and I've always thought about what a great relationship he must have with his kids! ...until those girls hit the Teen years, that is. They're >might< not be as thrilled having these videos of their younger years. lol ...but that'll just open up a whoooole new chapter to "How to Dad"!

[@rimidutta234]

"Life's loud. Kind are loud. Laugh louder" I like that one.

[@MillszAFC]

I remember being on a Xpat Explore trip around Western Europe with Jordan and his Wife (then girlfriend) Jody in 2010. Great guy.

[@megaayu8852]

I love this guy so much , he create a new ways on perenting ❤, and his kids are lucky to have such father like him

[@jenaemarieAZ]

If only more dads were like him!

[@ravenval5046]

The thing about Parenting is that there is no guide, there is no science to it, it cannot be quantified, and trying to do so makes you fail at it. there are no parenting experts, because everyone who has done it (and even everyone who hasn't) already is by the time they face it. It is one of the strongest innate things that all humans are born with the instinct of and willingness to learn. The fact Watson 'makes it up' means he's doing perfectly and exactly how God has made it out to be, across all species and all walks of life. This man is successful not as a figure in society but as the natural and obligatory guardian of his children because he accepted the guiding force of nature and met his responsibility with joy, enthusiasm and most importantly, wonder. That is how you life all of life and it is definitely how you teach it. This man is an inspiration and he shouldn't have to be to all people on this earth and a hopeful beacon to all children that should their parents fall short of how God intends their upbringing to go, there are people and the ability overall to change it for the better.

[@t27crickettraining]

Awesome work How to Dad! Nailed that talk. Inspirational! From another fellow kiwi

[@hastwper6682]

What Don't you upload more cricket videos I like them.

[@huhanarokx-potae942]

Excellent. A true performer, a clever presenter, a true dad. Arohanui.

[@ShortsFormula374]

I know a man of culture when i see one and this dad is definetly a man of culture

[@renepassa1969]

He's got his Dad outfit on! Classic. 😁👍

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

Give attention and love to your kids since they are born. That's it. If you do that, they'll listen more, they'll be responsible human beings and ofc love you back. It worked in my family and now I am witnessing it working in my second family. Sounds easier said that done, but it works. If you do not have enough time to dedicate to your kids (both parents) then do not have one.

[@jasonalarid930]

This guy is so awesome.. I came across his video on how to teach a toddler to play a guitar and I laughed so hard. Then I found this video. I think he's a genius!

[@SprinkleTheSparkles]

If I would ever have kids, I'd like a guy like this to be their dad. 😍

[@harminderkaur8186]

He's hilarious because everyone can relate to him ☺️😀

[@UKEDNHAT7]

This is the ultimate level dad right here ladies and gentlemen. Shorts and sandals are very powerful.

[@jclsystems1634]

"How to Dad" is my new favorite channel! Hilarious!😂

[@vincentpaulramos3294]

good work.. he shows how dad baby sit.. I'm impress with his wisdom.

[@davidjohn8056]

“I was viral without even trying to be” - Jordan Watson As it should be

[@FatherAndTeacherTV]

I love this video. Being a dad has been a blessing to me. This guy shows how fun it can be.

[@bemusedbandersnatch2069]

It's like one half comedy set and one half surprisingly inspiring advice. Nice job all around.

[@dani5k571]

This man has some good father daughter connection