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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.

D3F Makes an Impact Because The Importance of Daddying Is Universal

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin explains one of the many behind-the-scenes benefits of managing a festival with such universal appeal: forging diverse and lasting friendships.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 16, 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

Death, Taxes, and the Daddying Heart of a Documentary

Documentary filmmaker Justin Schein tells the daddying story at the heart of his award-winning film "Death & Taxes."

Allan Shedlin

Apr 17, 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

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

Welcome to The Daddying Film Festival's Leap Year

editor Scott Beller explains why, in 2024, the D3F can afford to take a leap of faith. Spoiler alert: it's the quality films and filmmakers!

Allan Shedlin

Mar 8, 2024

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

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

A Grieving Father Seeks To Reveal the Wisdom of Trauma By Telling Stories of Others Like Him

With "We Were Here," filmmaker Robert Manganelli tells stories of dads like him grieving the loss of a child and seeks deeper wisdom.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 5, 2022

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

6 days ago

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

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

What the Heck is Neotenic Daddying?

In honor of Mickey Mouse's birthday, Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) Founder Allan Shedlin defines "neotenic daddying" and explains how Dads can best apply the idea to their everyday parenting.

Allan Shedlin

Nov 18, 2025

The Pinnacle of Daddying

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin opens the holiday season reflecting on fatherhood and how the lifelong process of daddying has been as nurturing for him as it has for his children.

Allan Shedlin

Nov 12, 2025