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Scott Beller, Editor and Contributing Writer

Since February of 2020, the DADDYING blog has been providing weekly commentary, personal narratives, reviews, research & other creative expressions from a diverse group of colleagues, guest writers, and experts to raise awareness and promote the benefits of lifelong Dad involvement to kids and families.

The 5th Annual Daddying Film Fest Offers 71 Reasons to Celebrate Importance of Involved Dads in 2026

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller officially opens the 5th annual virtual Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) by sharing a preview of the festival's official selections, 2026 Atticus Award finalists, and how to get free passes to the online festival.

Allan Shedlin

Jan 9

Live Forum Wraps Another Heartwarming and Heartbreaking Year of Daddying Films

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) Founder Allan Shedlin wraps up the 4th annual event and looks forward to D3F 2026 Call for Entries.

Allan Shedlin

May 1, 2025

What Happens at the Daddying Film Forum Doesn't Have to Stay There

Daddying blog Editor Scott Beller previews the 3rd annual Daddying Film Forum at Bryn Mawr College, PA.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 24, 2025

The Daddying Backstory for My Documentary "THE BRAINWASHING OF MY DAD"

Award-winning filmmaker Jen Senko provides backstory to her film The Brainwashing of My Dad, a Daddying Film Fest 2025 official selection.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 8, 2025

The Daddying Film Fest Can Be Your Comfort Place and It Won't Cost You A Thing

Daddying editor Scott Beller previews the start of the 4th annual virtual Daddying Film Festival, April 7 - 12 on Eventive.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 4, 2025

Daddying Film Fest 2025 Offers Families Calm and Connection During the Storm

With rough seas ahead, the 2025 Daddying Film Festival marquee is filled with great stories offering families a respite from the storm.

Allan Shedlin

Mar 13, 2025

It's About the Children

On World Children's Day, Allan is reminded DADvocacy Consulting Group & Daddying Film Fest's work is primarily for the benefit of children.

Allan Shedlin

Nov 21, 2024

What Would A Father Do for His Daughter?

Filmmaker Adam Fried is inspired in his personal and professional life by his daughter and his own experience with an absent dad.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 8, 2024

D3F and Sundance Award-Winning Film "Daughters" Takes Dad Involvement to the Next Level on Netflix

We celebrate the Netflix debut of Sundance & Daddying Film Fest winning documentary Daughters by resharing Angela Patton's guest post.

Allan Shedlin

Aug 13, 2024

The Impact and Inspiration of "Daughters"

Girls For A Change CEO Angela Patton introduces her Sundance Film Fest award-winning film Daughters at Daddying Film Forum in Philadelphia.

Allan Shedlin

May 15, 2024

The Little Film Festival That Could and Freshman Boat That Did

While editor Scott Beller troubleshoots the virtual D3F looking for solutions, the blog gets lost and his daughter hunts a championship.

Allan Shedlin

May 4, 2024

Mummers Is the Word This May in the "City of Fatherly Love"

Editor Scott Beller provides a quick recap of his Daddying Film Forum planning visit to Philadelphia with D3F director Allan Shedlin.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 20, 2024

A Perfectly-Timed Antidote to Despair

As world events push him toward despair, D3F's Allan Shedlin turns to what always brings him hope: children & youth, specifically at AAHSFF.

Allan Shedlin

Nov 1, 2023

Daddying Film Fest 2024 Expands to Celebrate the Many Faces of Caring Men

Daddying Film Festival & Forum partners Equimundo & All American High School Film Festival help kick off 2024 call for entries January 1st.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 18, 2023

Two Things I Learned About My Daddying from Barbie and Skipper

DCG founder Allan Shedlin reflects on daddying lessons learned from Barbie long before the iconic doll made it to the big screen.

Allan Shedlin

Aug 2, 2023

Louise's Suitcase and How Film Can Help Make Our Daddying Mission: Possible

DCG founder Allan Shedlin explains his inspiration for creating the Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F).

Allan Shedlin

Jul 12, 2023

Measures of Daddying Film Festival Success: They Keep Coming Back

Daddying Editor Scott Beller describes one of the many reasons to consider the Daddying Film Festival & Forum a success in its 2nd season.

Allan Shedlin

Jun 8, 2023

"As They Made Us" Shows The Painful and Often Complex Flip Side of A Dad's Influence

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller recommends the film "As They Made Us" for anyone who has ever had a strained relationship with a parent.

Allan Shedlin

Feb 24, 2023

The Good, the Dad, and the Ugly: D3F Wants Stories Focused on Importance of Involved Dads

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller answers a question on the minds of student and dad filmmakers as they create their D3F submissions.

Allan Shedlin

Jan 26, 2023

Daddying Film Fest and Forum Pulls Back Curtain to Spotlight VIP Judges and Judging Process

Now that the Daddying Film Festival has opened its call for entries, editor Scott Beller highlights D3F's expert judges and judging process.

Allan Shedlin

Jan 19, 2023

Looking for a Little Humanity? You'll Find It at the Daddying Film Forum

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) Founder Allan Shedlin reflects on the meaning of so many heartwarming festival submissions from students, Dads, and indie filmmakers worldwide as the 2026 Daddying Film Forum kicks off at American University.

Allan Shedlin

5 days ago

Defiant bulldog hood ornament on a rusting old car in a lot filled with old cars

A Dad Reflects on Another Harsh Dichotomy of Our Struggling Times

New Mexico-based Dad, teacher, and writer Alex Paramo shares poetry about an America that promises a brighter future through improved financial and educational opportunities while many, including teachers, still find it hard to make ends meet.

Allan Shedlin

Jan 21

New Year, New Daddying Traditions

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller welcomed back a few old holiday traditions in 2025 and started new traditions he hopes return in 2026 and for many years to come.

Allan Shedlin

Jan 14

The 5th Annual Daddying Film Fest Offers 71 Reasons to Celebrate Importance of Involved Dads in 2026

Allan Shedlin

Jan 9

Behind-the-Scenes with Dad, Filmmaker, and Megaforce Fan Bob Lindenmayer

Filmmaker Bob Lindenmayer shares the backstory and inspiration for creating the documentary film and Daddying Film Festival & Forum 2026 official selection "Making MegaForce," which celebrates the 80s sci-fi cult film, starring actor Barry Bostwick.

Allan Shedlin

Dec 31, 2025

'Tis the Daddying Season

The Daddying blog editorial staff of Allan Shedlin and Scott Beller share a few of their favorite posts of 2025 and some words they'd like to sweep into the dustbin of history.

Allan Shedlin

Dec 24, 2025

Navigating Holiday Stress: Managing Expectations with Teens from Both Parents' Perspectives

Guest writer and college advisor Dr. Medeeha Khan offers parents of teens practical advice to manage expectations and family stress during the holidays.

Allan Shedlin

Dec 18, 2025

Do Our Kids Really Want or Need a d-AI-ddy?

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin considers the potential negative and positive impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on parenting and whether a "dAIddy" might ever measure up to the very real wants and needs of our kids/grandkids.

Allan Shedlin

Dec 8, 2025

Why I Work with Dads

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin explains why he's made it his mission to support the work of Dads around the world and impact of the international Daddying Film Fest.

Allan Shedlin

Dec 2, 2025

A wall of banned books with cover artwork to read to and with your kids.

Getting the Banned Back Together

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller kicks off the holiday season by presenting the 6th annual Books to Read with Your Kids Holiday Gift Guide & FREE Book Giveaway!

Allan Shedlin

Nov 26, 2025