How do you raise four children in a world dominated by screens, social media, and constant digital distraction? In this episode of Where We Ride, we sit down with Simon Hooper, better known as Father of Daughters, to discuss modern parenting, social media fame, and the surprising role cycling plays in maintaining balance.
After building one of the UK's most recognised parenting platforms online, Simon shares the realities of life behind the viral posts, the pressures of social media, and the challenges of raising children in an increasingly connected world.
We explore fatherhood, screen time, mental health, family life, and why cycling has become his escape from the demands of everyday life. From Zwift mishaps to parenting lessons, this is an honest conversation about finding balance, staying present, and protecting your wellbeing.
In this episode:
🚴 How cycling became Simon's mental reset
📱 The reality of social media fame
👨👩👧👧 Raising four daughters in the digital age
📵 Why he limits screen time at home
🧠 Mental health, wellbeing, and everyday pressures
🚴 Cycling lifestyle and bike life
📱 Parenting and technology
👨 Modern fatherhood and family life
🚴 Using cycling to disconnect and recharge
❤️ Building healthy habits in a connected world
Whether you're a cyclist, a parent, or simply trying to find balance in a fast-moving digital world, this episode offers valuable cycling insights into family life, cycling wellness, mental resilience, and modern parenting.
Fans of cycling podcasts, the wider cycling community, parenting conversations, cycling lifestyle content, and honest discussions about technology and wellbeing will enjoy this episode with Simon Hooper, better known as Father of Daughters.
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