First Class Fatherhood

Episode 664 - Ian Eagle is a First Class Father and legendary Sports Broadcaster. Ian Eagle joined CBS Sports in March 1998 as a play-by-play announcer for the CBS Television Network’s coverage of the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. He has called play-by-play for the Network’s coverage of the National Football League since 1998, and served as pregame and postgame host contributor during the Network’s coverage of Super Bowl LV, Super Bowl LIII and Super Bowl 50. This season Eagle again teams with Charles Davis and Evan Washburn to form the Network’s No. 2 NFL ON CBS announce team. In 2024, Ian will take over for Jim Nantz on NCAA Tournament coverage. In this Episode, Ian shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He discusses some of the challenges being a sports broadcaster, which includes a lot of traveling, while being a family man. He describes the joy of watching his son Noah follow in his footsteps becoming a sports broadcaster. He shares some funny stories about the names his son wanted to be called even in public situations. He talks about how he has disciplined his kids and dealt with things such as dating. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 663 - Kirk Cameron is a First Class Father and Actor known by millions as “Mike Seaver” from the 1980’s hit sit-com, Growing Pains. Since then, he’s invested his time and energy into faith and family-focused films, television shows, and live events. These projects include Fireproof—the marriage-centered film that became the #1 inspirational movie of the year. Kirk has also produced the documentaries, Monumental: In Search Of America’s National Treasure, Connect, The Way Of The Master television series, and hundreds of live events focused on marriage, family, and parenting. Kirk’s new TBN talk show, Takeaways, airs weekly on Monday nights. Recently, he’s been featured in the national media for his American Campfire Revival: 100 Day Plan, which urges the family of faith to return to the principles that will bring blessing and protection to America. His newest documentary is The Homeschool Awakening. He and his wife, Chelsea, met on the set of Growing Pains and have been married for 31 years. They have six children and host an all-expenses-paid summer camp for terminally ill children and their families called Camp Firefly. In this Episode, Kirk shares his Fatherhood journey which includes six children, four of which are adopted. He discusses his new film, LIFEMARK, which is based on a true story and begins streaming on PureFlix on November 22nd. He describes the process of adopting four of his children and their interest in discovering their biological parents. He talks about how becoming a dad changed him as an actor and the particular roles he chooses to play. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more. LIFEMARK - https://lifemarkmovie.com My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 662 - Michael Savage is a First Class Father and Radio Hall of Fame Legend. In 2019, he launched The Savage Nation Podcast with one of the most successful podcast debuts. He is also the author of more than 25 books, including nine New York Times best-sellers. In 2007, his media presence and profile earned him the coveted “Freedom of Speech Award” from Talkers Magazine. In 2009, Dr. Savage was the second most listened-to radio talk show in the country with an audience of over 20 million listeners on 400 stations across the United States. Dr. Savage holds a master’s degree in medical botany and a second in medical anthropology. Additionally, he earned his PhD. from the University of California at Berkeley in epidemiology and nutrition sciences. He is currently the host of The Michael Savage Podcast https://michaelsavage.com In this Episode, Dr. Savage interviews me while I interview him and this episode will also be heard on The Michael Savage Podcast. Dr. Savage discusses the many challenges facing the American Family today. He describes the importance of religion and the need for family values to be restored in order to save the culture in America. He talks about the Fatherless Crisis and the crisis facing our education system. He shares some stories about his father and life growing up in the Bronx. He talks about his parenting philosophy and how he raised his children. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! The Michael Savage Podcast - https://michaelsavage.com/podcast/ My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 661 - Ryan McPartlin is a First Class Father and Actor. He is well known for his role as Devon "Captain Awesome" Woodcomb on the NBC action-comedy series Chuck. Before he began acting, Ryan was a model for Abercrombie & Fitch. He would go on to star as Hank Bennett on the popular soap opera ”Passions”. Some of his other acting credits include “L.A.'s Finest” and “Mad Men”. Ryan played college football at the University of Illinois and currently coaches his sons football team. In this Episode, Ryan shares his fatherhood journey which includes two teenage sons. He discusses the challenges of being an actor while being a dad and how becoming a dad has changed him as an actor. He describes how things changed when he became the first person in his friend group to start having children. He talks about the importance of not putting too much pressure on yourself as a father. He discusses an upcoming project he is working on with Navy SEAL Travis Lively. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 660 - Stephen Miller is a First Class Father and Dad of The Miller Fam. Stephen is a creator and entrepreneur who has grown his platform to nearly one million followers in just two years through his show The Miller Fam, a channel that displays the beauty of diversity and adoption featuring his large, diverse, adoptive family of nine. No clickbait. No fake drama. Just a story that says, “Where grace guides, we'll go.” With over fifteen years of ministry in some of the nation's largest churches, Stephen has recorded six studio albums and is the author of a new book, “The Art of Getting It Wrong: Finding Good in the Misadventures of Life”. Stephen and his wife, Amanda, host a podcast on The FamilyMade Media Network, WHAT‘S UP BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE. In this Episode, Stephen shares his Fatherhood journey which includes seven children. He discusses the adoption process and why he and his wife decided to adopt. He talks about the journey of sharing his life on social media and how his kids have responded to being on camera. He describes the impact of finding out his son had a rare brain disease and how they handled it as a family. He talks about the importance of his faith and the values he hopes to instill in all his kids growing up. He discusses his new book The Art of Getting It Wrong: Finding Good in the Misadventures of Life. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Stephen Miller - https://linktr.ee/themillerfam My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 659 - Travis Mills is a First Class Father and Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant. He joins me for a Special Veterans Day Episode of First Class Fatherhood. On April 10, 2012, United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was critically injured on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive device) while on patrol, losing portions of both legs and both arms. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive his injuries. Thanks to his amazing strength, courage, an incredible will to live, the heroic actions of the men in his unit, the prayers of thousands, and all the healthcare providers at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, near Washington D.C., Travis remains on the road to recovery. Every day is a battle, but Travis continues to astound friends and family alike with his progress and with his amazing spirit. He is the Founder of the Travis Mills Foundation https://www.travismills.org He is a motivational speaker and NYT Bestselling Author of TOUGH AS THEY COME https://a.co/d/aR70beX In this Episode, Travis shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He describes his life as a quadruple amputee father. He discusses the relationship with his wife before and after his injuries. He talks about his foundation and his commitment to helping veterans. He shares a Veterans Day message for those who served. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! First Class Fatherhood who like to say Thank You to all the veterans! May God Bless you and your Families! My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 658 - George Monsoor is a First Class Father and Gold Star Father of Navy SEAL Medal of Honor Recipient Michael Monsoor. George is U.S. Marine veteran and the author of a new book about his son Michael’s life titled; Defend Us in Battle: The True Story of MA2 Navy SEAL Medal of Honor Recipient Michael A. Monsoor. The Medal of Honor was presented to Mike Monsoor posthumously and received by George and his wife Sally from President George W. Bush. On September 29, 2006, Michael Monsoor and three SEAL snipers watched vigilantly for enemy activity from their rooftop post in Ar Ramadi, Iraq. When a grenade thrown from insurgents bounced off Michael's chest, he could have escaped. Instead, he threw himself onto the live grenade, shielding his fellow soldiers from the immediate explosion. Michael died thirty minutes later, having made the ultimate sacrifice. In this Episode, George shares his fatherhood journey which includes four children and nine grandchildren. He describes the paradox of pride and sorrow of his son making the ultimate sacrifice to save the lives of his teammates in combat. He discusses what his Michael Monsoor was like as a child and how he stood up to bullies from a young age. He talks about his new book, Defend Us in Battle: The True Story of MA2 Navy SEAL Medal of Honor Recipient Michael A. Monsoor. He describes the presentation by President Bush awarding Michael the Medal of Honor posthumously at the White House. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Defend Us in Battle: The True Story of MA2 Navy SEAL Medal of Honor Recipient Michael A. Monsoor - https://a.co/d/2Uat0LT My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 657 - Senator Ted Cruz is a First Class Father and U.S. Senator from Texas. He joins me for a special edition Election Day episode! Senator Cruz earned his undergraduate degree from Princeton and his law degree from Harvard Law School. In 1999, Ted joined George W. Bush’s campaign for president as a domestic policy advisor. After working at the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission during the Bush administration, Ted moved back home to be the Solicitor General of Texas. In 2013, Ted was sworn into the United States Senate, where he became the first Hispanic-American to serve as a U.S. Senator from Texas. In this Episode, Senator Cruz shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two daughters. He discusses the midterm elections, his recent 17-State bus tour and what issues are most important to parents. He talks about the difficulties facing parents today as well as the Fatherless Crisis in America. He tells us about his new book “Justice Corrupted: How the Left Weaponized Our Legal System”. He describes what he enjoys most being a Girl Dad. He discusses some of the challenges being a U.S. Senator while being a dad. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Justice Corrupted: How the Left Weaponized Our Legal System - https://a.co/d/dQ7wmXi My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 656 - Derrick Hayes is a First Class Father and entrepreneur who founded Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. Dave started with a small restaurant in a gas station in Dunwoody, Georgia, has since blossomed to a thriving location in downtown Atlanta as well as other locations including Mercedes Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons. Derrick dedicated his business to his father, who passed away from lung cancer in 2009, after promising him that he would start a small business. Derrick comes from humble beginnings in Philadelphia and is now a successful entrepreneur who is just getting started. In this Episode, Derrick shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses the importance of creating generational wealth for his family. He describes his philosophy which has skyrocketed his career as an entrepreneur and how he is intentional about teaching his kids financial literacy. He gives advice for dads who are stuck in a job they hate and would love to start a business. He talks about the future of BIG DAVE’S CHEESESTEAKS. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! BIG DAVE’S CHEESESTEAKS - https://www.bigdavescheesesteaks.net My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 655 - Tyrus is a First Class Father, and Contributor to GUTFELD on Fox News Channel. He is also a professional wrestler, NYT Bestselling Author, actor, comedian and more! His contribution to GUTFELD has helped the late night talk show dominate the ratings, crushing competition from The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimble. Following his initial calling to football, he became a bouncer at numerous establishments in Los Angeles where he caught the attention of Snoop Dogg and became his bodyguard. That drew the attention of the WWE where he went on to enjoy success as “Brodus Clay,” and later, “The Funkasaurus,” which led to his starring in Mattel commercials and appearing in WWE video games. He is signed to the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), where he is a one-time NWA World Television Champion. Tyrus published his autobiography Just Tyrus: A Memoir in 2022, which has become a New York Times bestseller. In this Episode, Tyrus shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses the challenges of having four kids with four different women and how he stays present in all of their lives. He describes the age he plans to step away from entertainment to focus on his family. He talks about the GUTFELD show and why it’s been such a huge success. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 654 - Chad O. Jackson is a First Class Father, entrepreneur and researcher who starred in the 2020 documentary film, "UNCLE TOM" and the 2022 film "UNCLE TOM Vol. 2", which he co-wrote, assistant edited and co-produced. Uncle Tom II is an odyssey depicting the gradual demoralization of America through Marxist infiltration of its institutions. The film explores how this deceptive ideology has torn apart the fabric of society while using black America as its number one tool for its destruction. Uncle Tom II unveils the Marxist strategy of creating false racial tension between Americans, with its ultimate goal of obtaining power, destroying capitalism and replacing God with government. In this Episode, Chad shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses his research into African American family units and why they have continually changed for the worse since the Civil Rights movement. He describes the trouble with the current culture of African Americans and what needs to change to make it better. He talks about “UNCLE TOM II” and the response to the film. He discusses “The Talk” that many African American dads have with their children regarding police and why he feels it is unnecessary. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! UNCLE TOM II - https://www.uncletom.com FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 653 - Joe Nichols is a First Class Father and Country Music Artist. He is a multi-platinum selling star who has earned 3 Grammy nominations, a CMA award, and an ACM trophy. Joe Nichols has been a mainstay of country music for two decades, bridging the gap between the genre's old-school roots and contemporary era. He's a 21st century traditionalist — an artist who's both timely and timeless, racking up a half-dozen Number 1 singles and ten Top 10 hits with a sound that honors his heroes. With 17.8 Billion audience impressions and over 588 Million streams to-date, Joe Nichols is one of Country Music’s biggest stars. He is currently touring with songs from his first new full-length project in four years, Good Day For Living. In this Episode, Joe shares his fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses his recovery from alcohol addiction and how it has affected him as a Country Music Artist and as a father. He describes the balance of touring the country and being a family man. He talks about his family traditions during the holidays. He gives advice for parents of aspiring musicians. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Joe Nichols - https://joenichols.com FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 652 - Greg Paul is the First Class Father of Logan and Jake Paul. His sons rose to fame on YouTube and have now taken the boxing world by storm. His son Jake Paul is fighting MMA Legend Anderson Silva on Saturday, October 29th 2022. Before beginning his own social media journey, Greg was a roofer and realtor for most of his career. He has guided his sons throughout their successful careers which has seen millions of subscribers on YouTube, boxing matches against legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather and UFC Champion Tyron Woodley, a popular beverage company called Prime, and professional wrestling with the WWE. In this Episode, Greg shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two sons, Logan & Jake. He describes the importance of instilling the value of hard work in his kids at a young age. He discusses the huge pay cut and sacrifices he made to ensure he was a present father throughout a difficult divorce. He talks about the ups and downs that have come with the fame of his children and how he has handled it and helped them through it all. He gives his take on this weekend’s fight between his son Jake and Anderson Silva. He tells us which son he believes will give him his first grandchild. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! GREG PAUL IG - https://instagram.com/gregpaul63?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 651 - Governor Glenn Youngkin is a First Class Father and 74th Governor of Virginia. Prior to becoming Governor, Glenn Youngkin worked at The Carlyle Group, where he spent 25 years, working his way to the top of the company as CEO in 2018. He played a key role in building Carlyle into one of the leading investment firms in the world. He is a homegrown Virginian who grew up in Richmond and Virginia Beach. In 2020 he left Carlyle to successfully run for Governor. In this Episode, Governor Youngkin shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses the release of 2022 NAEP scores and what they tell us about the education system. He talks about the importance of standing up for parents and putting them back at the head of the table when it comes to school. He describes some of the challenges of being Governor while being a father. He talks about the Fatherless Crisis and what can be done to ensure both moms and dads are involved in their children's lives. He discusses his discipline style as a father. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 650 - Lawrence Guy is a First Class Father and Super Bowl Champion Defensive End for the New England Patriots. He played his college football at Arizona State and was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 2011 NFL Draft. He has also played with the Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, and San Diego Chargers. In 2017, Lawrence signed with the New England Patriots. He helped the Patriots win Super Bowl LIII against the LA Rams. Lawrence was named to the New England Patriots All-2010s Team. In this Episode, Lawrence shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He describes the feeling of winning the Super Bowl and sharing a special moment on the field with his daughter. He discusses what he and his family do every year once the football season ends. He talks about the most challenging of the season as a dad playing in the NFL. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 649 - Terrell Suggs is a First Class Father and 2x Super Bowl Champion NFL legend. He played college football at Arizona State, and was recognized as a unanimous All-American. He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens tenth overall in the 2003 NFL Draft, and is the franchise's all-time leader in sacks. He was the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2011. Terrell is a 7x Pro-Bowler who dominated the defensive side of the ball. He also spent time with the Arizona Cardinals and finished his career with the Kansas City Chiefs where he won his second Super Bowl. He is without question a future Pro Football Hall of Famer. In this Episode, Terrell shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses the top values he is instilling in his kids growing up. He describes the importance of recognizing the dads who are doing it right as well as acknowledging the need to have more dads in the home. He talks about his discipline style as a father. He gives his opinion on the changes in the NFL with regards to the controversial roughing the passer penalties. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 648 - Gabriel Conte is a First Class Father, entrepreneur, musician, and digital creator. With a cumulative following of more than 10 million, Gabriel has shared his life and relationship with the internet for almost a decade alongside his wife Jess. He discovered a passion for performing at an early age. By the time Conte headed off to study acting in college, he was making major waves on social media, and it was then that he realized his love for digital creation could become more than just a hobby. He's also had acting roles and is a small-business entrepreneur and an accomplished musician. He has a new book available now, A Mission for Meaning: The Choices That Lead to the Life You Really Want. In this Episode, Gabriel shares his Fatherhood journey which includes a three month old daughter. He discusses his rise on social media and the type of content he plans on sharing as a dad. He describes what it has been like to watch his wife Jess take on the role of motherhood. He talks about his new book, A Mission for Meaning: The Choices That Lead to the Life You Really Want. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! A Mission for Meaning: The Choices That Lead to the Life You Really Want https://a.co/d/6SbfBlE FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 647 - James Lowe “Coach Ballgame” is a First Class Father and Baseball Coach. He is widely popular on Tiktok and Instagram for his videos of helping kids understand the fundamentals of baseball. Coach Ballgame has a unique ability to rally young players and draw them into the game at a time when most kids are glued to phones and video games. By combining the levity of props, nicknames, and catchphrases with the ideals of what baseball is really about, Coach Ballgame connects with kids to achieve his mission: make them fall in love with baseball. In 2019, Coach Ballgame partnered with Major League Baseball to help run Play Ball Camps at the College World Series in Omaha and the 2019 MLB All-Star Game in Cleveland. Coach Ballgame has been featured on the Fox Sports Pregame show for the NLCS. Coach recently threw out the first pitch at Wrigley Field, fulfilling one of his lifelong dreams. Coach Ballgame offers year-round baseball clinics, and Winter, Spring and Summer baseball camps. He also runs weekly Sandlot Baseball Games where players get to play without the pressures of a formal league. In this Episode, Coach Ballgame shares his fatherhood journey which includes two daughters. He discusses his passion for coaching baseball and what kids can learn from his unique style of coaching. He describes how he started gaining millions of views on social media, which videos are his most popular ones and the response he is getting from kids and parents. He talks about the impact he is having on his own daughters by traveling the country with them as he brings his coaching program from state to state. He offers some great advice for new dads and soon-to-be dads and more! Coach Ballgame - https://www.coachballgame.com FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 646 - Eric Frohardt is a First Class Father, former Navy SEAL and COO of DEFY, a leader in premium performance beverages and wellness products. Eric served on multiple SEAL Teams including DEVGRU, the Naval Special Warfare Development Group better known as SEAL Team Six. He joined the Navy and tried out for the SEALs after a friend bet him that he couldn’t make it through the training and become a frogman. Needless to say Eric won the bet and went on to serve at the highest level for 12 years before being medically retired. He recently teamed up with Pro Football Hall of Fame Running Back Terrell Davis (Guest on Episode #264) to run DEFY which specializes in Performance Drinks and workout recovery. In this Episode, Eric shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses how he was able to maintain a successful marriage while serving in the SEAL Teams which has a 90% divorce rate. He describes the importance of his faith and the values he is instilling in his kids. He talks about DEFY and the future of the company. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! DEFY - https://drinkdefy.com/ FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 645 - Lior Suchard is a First Class Father and a World Known Master Mentalist. Lior Suchard mind-blowing performances of miraculous predictions, influencing thoughts and startling mind readings have made him the most sought-after mentalist in the world. Performing these amazing mental feats, Suchard takes live audiences on an incredible journey through the wonders of the human brain. Suchard's act is build on drama and astonishment, and integrates lots of humor and full audience participation, to create the ultimate combination of wonder, laughter and fun. He has appeared on, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno five times, The View, Larry King Now, Good Morning America, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Live with Kelly and Ryan, Dr. Phil, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and many others. In this Episode, Lior shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses how he became interested in becoming a Mentalist and whether or not his Mentalist powers work on his children. He describes the importance of investing in explanations when disciplining his children. He puts his Mentalist abilities on display with me in a mind blowing trick. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Lior Suchard - https://liorsuchard.com/mobile/ FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 644 - Bryan Greenberg is a First Class Father, Actor, Director and Producer. He is well known for his starring role as Ben Epstein in the HBO original series How to Make It in America as well as a recurring role as Jake Jagielski in the WB series One Tree Hill. He recently wrapped the film JUNCTION, which he acted, directed, wrote, and produced. He can also be seen in the upcoming film YOU PEOPLE opposite Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Bryan has also starred in the HBO biopic BESSIE, opposite Queen Latifah. In this Episode, Bryan shares his Fatherhood journey which includes one-year-old twins. He discusses how becoming a dad of twins has changed his perspective on life. He describes the top values he hopes to instill in his kids growing up. He talks about the “village” around his family that have stepped up to help during the first year of the twins' lives. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 643 - Captain Jason Chambers is a First Class Father and star of BELOW DECK: DOWN UNDER. He is the youngest Captain of the BELOW DECK franchise but comes with more than two decades of experience charting private yachts for clients on the Mediterranean and Caribbean seas. He is an Australian native but has lived all over the world. When not sailing the high seas, Captain Chambers runs a villa in Ocam Ocam in the Philippines. In this Episode, Captain Chambers shares his Fatherhood journey which includes an eight year old daughter. He discusses the challenges of being a Captain while also being a father. He describes how he didn’t think he would ever have kids and how becoming a dad has changed his perspective on life. He talks about the difficult decision of continuing his career as a Captain while wanting to stay present as a father. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 642 - Aric Almirola is a First Class Father and NASCAR driver. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. 10 Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing. Aric has competed in 417 NASCAR Cup Series races in his 15 year career. He also has driven in over 100 NASCAR Xfinity Series races and 78 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series races. In terms of top-fives, top-10s and laps led, 2020 was a career year for Almirola. His six top-fives, 18 top-10s and 305 laps led were all season bests, and each significantly bettered his previous year long highs from 2018. In this Episode, Aric shares his Fatherhood journey which includes a son and daughter. He discusses why he decided to reverse course on his retirement, which he announced earlier this season, and will continue racing after signing a new deal. He describes his discipline style as a dad and how it relates to the discipline style he grew up with. He talks about what the future looks like beyond his racing career. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! The Chosen: Come and See: a novel based on Season 2 of the critically acclaimed TV series (The Chosen, 2) - https://a.co/d/f4GLEpP FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 641 - Jerry Jenkins is a First Class Father and World Class Author. Twenty-one of his books have reached The New York Times best-seller list (seven debuting number one). Jerry is the author of more than 200 books with sales of over 70 million copies, including the best-selling Left Behind series, Jerry is former vice president for publishing and former chairman of the board of trustees for the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago. Jerry's writing has appeared in Time, Reader's Digest, Parade, Guideposts, and dozens of Christian periodicals. He is the Father of Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, who joined First Class Fatherhood on Episode 567. In this Episode, Jerry shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three sons and eight grandchildren. He discusses the importance of his faith and how it influences his writing. He describes the joy of his son Dallas’s success with The Chosen and one scene from the series that really means a lot to him. He talks about his new book, The Chosen: Come and See: a novel based on Season 2 of the critically acclaimed TV series. He offers advice for parents of kids who are interested in a writing career. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! The Chosen: Come and See: a novel based on Season 2 of the critically acclaimed TV series (The Chosen, 2) - https://a.co/d/f4GLEpP FamilyMade - https://familymade.com FamilyMade Newsletter - https://news.familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 640 - Dylan Scott is a First Class Father and Multi-Platinum selling Country Music Artist. Dylan notched two No. 1 singles at radio (“My Girl” and “Nobody”), as well as Top 5 hit “Hooked.” Following his first career nomination for “Best New Country Artist” at the all-genre iHeartRadio Music Awards and a coveted spot among Country Radio Seminar’s New Faces of Country Music, his Platinum-certified ode to his wife, “Nobody,” earned him a 2021 CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year. Dylan presented the CMT Breakthrough Video of the Year Award at the 2022 CMT Music Awards on CBS. With career streams exceeding 1.3 billion, the Louisiana native has provided tour support for Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, and Chris Young, among others, cementing him as an in-demand live act. In this Episode, Dylan shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He describes the experience of recording a music video featuring his wife and family. He discusses the joy of marrying his high school sweetheart and watching her become a mom. He talks about how becoming a dad has changed him as a music artist. He tells us about his upcoming tour. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Dylan Scott Tour - https://dylanscottcountry.com/pages/tour FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 639 - Craig Morgan is a First Class Father, US Army Veteran and Country Music Star. Craig has had many chart hits, including "That's What I Love About Sunday", which spent four weeks at the top of the Billboard country charts. Other Billboard top ten hits include: "Almost Home", "Redneck Yacht Club", "Little Bit of Life", "International Harvester", "Love Remembers", and "Bonfire". Craig has a new memoir available now titled GOD, FAMILY, COUNTRY: Soldier, Singer, Husband, Dad—There’s a Whole Lot More to Me. In the book, Craig opens up about his time as an elite military operator, teaming with the CIA and more to parachute into the Central American jungle, bust up human trafficking rings in Thailand, and even run a cover operation in Iraq at the height of his career. In this Episode, Craig shares his Fatherhood journey which includes five children. He describes his transition out of the military and into the world of Country Music. He discusses his faith, the fatherless crisis and the need for more patriotism in America. He talks about the tragic loss of his son and how he opens up about it in his new book GOD, FAMILY, COUNTRY. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be Dads and more! God, Family, Country: A Memoir https://a.co/d/6D4n6vK FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 638 - Lucas Black is a First Class Father and Actor. Lucas is best known for starring in NCIS: New Orleans and in THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS: TOKYO DRIFT, FURIOUS 7, and F9 as “Sean Boswell”. Some of his other credits include AMERICAN GOTHIC, SLING BLADE, COLD MOUNTAIN, FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, and GET LOW. He left NCIS after six seasons to spend more time with his family. He currently stars in the new PureFlix movie LEGACY PEAK. In this Episode, Lucas shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses the Fatherless Crisis and the need for more positive Dad roles in film. He describes his faith and the need for more men to stand up and press into their faith. He talks about his new film LEGACY PEAK and how it highlights the importance of family. He discusses some of his upcoming projects. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! LEGACY PEAK - https://www.pureflix.com/movie/legacy-peak FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 637 - Ralph Pittman is a First Class Father, speaker, business strategist and the Founder and CEO of My Mind Music. He is married to American Celebrity and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Drew Sidora. Ralph attended Rutgers University where he played football and graduated with a degree in Business Economics while also studying Music Theory. He’s been able to attain success in both of his passions and over the past 15 years has served as an advisor to Fortune 500 companies. He is the author of the forthcoming book, The Step In Parenting. In this Episode, Ralph shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He describes his role as a stepfather to his oldest son and his decision of why he hasn’t decided to adopt his stepson. He discusses how Real Housewives of Atlanta has influenced him as a husband and a father. He talks about his upcoming book, The Step In Parenting. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! The Step In Parenting - https://a.co/d/iKEgi80 FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 636 - Johnny Knoxville is a First Class Father, Actor, Stunt Performer and co-creator of JACKASS. He has starred in films such as Men in Black II, Walking Tall, The Dukes of Hazzard, The Ringer, and he also voiced Leonardo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014). He starred in Jackass: The Movie, Jackass Number Two, Jackass 2.5, Jackass 3D, Jackass 3.5, Jackass Forever, and Jackass 4.5. He is currently starring in the new Hulu comedy series, REBOOT. In this Episode, Johnny shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses how becoming a dad motivated him to get serious about his career. He describes the first time he took his daughter to see a Jackass film. He talks about his new series REBOOT on Hulu and what it’s like working with the star-studded cast which includes Keegan-Michael Key, Rachel Bloom and Paul Reiser. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! REBOOT - https://www.hulu.com/series/reboot-e8c26c94-e813-4160-b36e-1b367ebcebe8 FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 635 - Dr. Gad Saad is a First Class Father and Evolutionary Behavioral Scientist. He is Professor of Marketing at Concordia University and has held Visiting Associate Professorships at Cornell University, Dartmouth College, and the University of California–Irvine. Dr. Saad is a leading public intellectual who often writes and speaks about idea pathogens that are destroying logic, science, reason, and common sense. He takes a deep dive into this in his fourth book “The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense.” Dr. Saad also has a popular YouTube Channel and Podcast, “The Saad Truth” In this Episode, Dr. Saad shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He discusses the Fatherless Crisis and its effect on our society. He describes how the recent message from the White House Press Secretary about those who think differently from the majority is a dangerous one and points to several thought leaders throughout history that changed our world by thinking for themselves. He talks about how infectious ideas have infiltrated our grade schools. He recalls a question from his son that broke his heart. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Dr. Gad Saad - https://www.gadsaad.com Dr. Gad Saad YouTube - https://youtube.com/c/GadSaad FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 634 - Lou Holtz is a First Class Father and Hall of Fame college football coach. He served as the head football coach at the University of Notre Dame from 1985 to 1996, leading the Fighting Irish to the consensus national championship in 1988. He also is a popular motivational speaker and an author of several books, including the New York Times bestselling The Fighting Spirit about Notre Dame’s 1988 championship season; his autobiography, Wins, Losses, and Lessons; and A Teen’s Game Plan for Life. After leaving coaching, Holtz became a college football analyst for ESPN. Holtz has received numerous honorary doctorate degrees. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008. He has received a number of honors not only for coaching but also for his philanthropy. In 2020 he was awarded The Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Donald J Trump. In this Episode, Coach Holtz shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses the differences between coaching kids who have no father in the home as opposed to kids with a present father. He describes how important his faith is in raising his children and working through life’s challenges. He talks about coaching millennials and the best way to get through to them. He talks about personal responsibility versus the victim mentality. He defines his legacy as a dad. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 633 - Joey Logano is a First Class Father and NASCAR Driver. He is among the best drivers in the history of the sport. Since he took his place behind the wheel of the No. 22 Ford for Team Penske, Joey has earned 24 wins – including at least one victory for eight consecutive seasons, won the Daytona 500 (2015), produced Team Penske’s second-ever Cup Series title (2018) and earned a Playoff spot in seven of the last eight years. Joey is one of only four drivers with at least four Championship 4 appearances and he is one of only four drivers to win 25 NASCAR Cup Series Victories before the age of 30. Away from the racetrack, Logano and his wife Brittany were honored with the 2018 Comcast Community Champion of the Year award in Miami for their charitable efforts with the Joey Logano Foundation. Entering 2022, the Foundation has contributed over $4.6 million to organizations that provide second chances to kids and young adults in crisis. In this Episode, Joey shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses how becoming a dad changed his perspective on life and what it was like to watch his wife, his childhood sweetheart, become a mom and take on the role of motherhood. He describes the importance of setting an example for his kids with hard work. He talks about some of the challenges of being a NASCAR driver and a dad. He tells the story of him and Kyle Petty breaking the Hot Wheels world record with the help of his son. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 632 - Chris Lane is a First Class Father and Country Music Star. His music has been streamed more than 1.5 Billion times, has charted at least seven singles on Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay, three of which went to No.1 ("Fix", "I Don't Know About You", and "Big, Big Plans"). He has appeared on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, TODAY, The Bachelor, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Seth Meyers and CONAN, and was featured in PEOPLE’s 2019 Sexiest Man Alive issue. He’s scored nominations at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, ACM Awards and Radio Disney Music Awards. In this Episode, Chris shares his Fatherhood journey which includes a son and a second child due in October. He discusses his relationship with Lauren Bushnell, the winner of the 20th season of The Bachelor, and whether or not he has ever watched her Bachelor season. He describes how becoming a dad has changed him as an artist. He talks about his plans to take time off after the birth of his second child. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Chris Lane - https://iamchrislane.com FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 631 Mike Singletary is a First Class Father and Legendary NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker. He was the anchor of the greatest defense of all time, the Super Bowl Champion 1985 Chicago Bears. He played his college football at Baylor and was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 1981 NFL Draft. He would go on to play his entire NFL career with the Bears earning 10 trips to the Pro Bowl. In 1990 he was selected as the NFL Man of the Year. He was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1998. In 2008 he became the Head Coach of the San Francisco 49ers. In this Episode, Mike shares his fatherhood journey which includes seven children. He discusses the Fatherless Crisis and the importance of positive father figures. He describes his faith and the major role it has played in his life. He talks about his charity, Changing Our Perspective, and the impact it is having on the community. The hard-hitting linebacker describes his discipline style as a dad. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Changing Our Perspective - https://changingourperspective.org FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 630 - Brian Dawkins is a First Class Father and NFL Hall of Famer. He played the majority of his 16 seasons in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles where his number, 20, has been retired. Brian played college football at Clemson before being drafted by the Eagles in 1996. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018 and is one of the greatest safeties in the history of the NFL. In this Episode, Brian shares his Fatherhood journey which includes four children. He discusses the importance of his faith and the impact it has on his parenting philosophy. He describes how he struggled early in his career with the balance of playing football in the NFL and becoming a father. He talks about his legacy both as a football player and a dad. He discusses the work he does through his Impact Foundation and his upcoming projects. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation - https://briandawkins.com/impact-foundation/ FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 629 - Morgan Luttrell is a First Class Father and former Navy SEAL who is running for Congress in Texas. He served multiple combat deployments and led his troops as a Naval Special Warfare Officer. In 2009, by the grace of God, Morgan survived a deadly helicopter crash that left him with a broken back and a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Determined to get back in the fight with his teammates, Morgan rehabbed, recovered, and returned to the frontline. Following an honorable 14-year military career, Morgan retired from the Navy in 2014 and applied his personal success and experience to help fellow veterans recover from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries sustained in battle. Morgan earned his bachelors in Psychology from Sam Houston State University, an advanced degree in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Dallas, and an executive certificate in professional leadership development from the Harvard Business School. In this Episode, Morgan shares his fatherhood journey which includes two sons. He discusses his campaign for Congress in Texas and how it has affected his family. He describes his son's relationship with his twin brother, Marcus Luttrell, and when he will allow his boys to watch the movie Lone Survivor. He talks about his discipline style as a dad. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Morgan Luttrell For Congress - https://www.morganluttrell.com Marcus Luttrell Interview - https://link.chtbl.com/5yUro5-z FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 628 Kyle Petty is a First Class Father and Legendary NASCAR driver. He is a current racing commentator on NBC Sports. Kyle is the son of racing icon Richard Petty, the grandson of NASCAR pioneer Lee Petty and the father of rising racer Adam Petty, who was killed in a crash in May 2000. Outside of the sport, he is a musician, philanthropist, motivational speaker and TV host. In his more than 30 year NASCAR Cup Series career, Kyle ran 829 races with 173 Top Tens and 8 Wins. He is the author of a new book, “Swerve or Die: Life at My Speed in the First Family of NASCAR Racing” In this Episode, Kyle shares his fatherhood journey which includes six children. He discusses the tragic death of his son Adam and shares an amazing story from when Adam won his first race as a child. He describes the biggest changes in himself as a father from his oldest, a 40 year old son, to his youngest, a two month old son. He talks about growing up in the legendary Petty family, and how the family manages the expectations of their children. He discusses his new book, Swerve or Die: Life at My Speed in the First Family of NASCAR Racing. He offers some great for new or soon-to-be Dads and more! Swerve or Die: Life at My Speed in the First Family of NASCAR Racing - https://a.co/d/dvZJvGJ FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 627 - Will Bunch is a First Class Father and national opinion columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer and author of several books, including his latest: “After the Ivory Tower Falls: How College Broke the American Dream and Blew Up Our Politics―and How to Fix It”. He has won numerous journalism awards and shared the 1992 Pulitzer Prize for spot news reporting with the New York Newsday staff. In this Episode, Will shares his Fatherhood journey which includes a son and daughter. He discusses the current state of colleges in America. He describes why so many parents have difficulty deciding whether or not they should send their kids to college. He talks about his new book, “After the Ivory Tower Falls: How College Broke the American Dream and Blew Up Our Politics―and How to Fix It” and why it’s important for every parent to read. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! After the Ivory Tower Falls: How College Broke the American Dream and Blew Up Our Politics―and How to Fix It - https://a.co/d/6QXPYLz FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 626 - Dr. Robert Malone is a First Class Father and internationally recognized scientist/physician and the original inventor of mRNA vaccination as a technology, DNA vaccination, and multiple non-viral DNA and RNA/mRNA platform delivery technologies. He received his medical degree from the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Malone completed the Harvard Medical School fellowship as a global clinical research scholar in 2016 and was scientifically trained at the University of California at Davis, the University of California at San Diego, and at the Salk Institute Molecular Biology and Virology laboratories. His mission is to ensure vaccine safety, make sure that children are protected, stop and/or limit the vaccine mandates, to identify and teach about life saving treatments for COVID-19 and other pandemics. In this Episode, Dr. Malone shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two sons and two grandchildren. He deeply discusses the Covid-19 vaccines, what parents need to know and whether or not parents should have their children vaccinated. He describes the importance of Vitamin D and why it’s so important for kids. He talks about his interview with Joe Rogan and the few words that he said that caused a massive outcry from the media. I asked him what his opening statement would be in a debate with Dr. Fauci. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! Dr. Robert Malone - https://www.rwmalonemd.com FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 625 - Robyn Lively and Bart Johnson are First Class Parents and Actors. Together, the married couple, star as Husband & Wife in the new PureFlix movie STRONG FATHERS, STRONG DAUGHTERS. Bart Johnson starred as Coach Jack Bolton in the “High School Musical” series opposite Zac Efron -his acting resume includes “Hyperion Bay,” “Hawaii Five-O” and the 2018 adaptation of Little Women. Robyn Lively is a former 80’s child actress (“Silver Spoons”, “Punky Brewster”) and is the half-sister to actress BLAKE LIVELY. She has over 80 credits that includes The Karate Kid III, “Twin Peaks,” “Doogie Howser, M.D.”, and “JAG”. Inspired by the best-selling book “Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters,” by Dr. Meg Meeker, follows the heartfelt journey of a dad who is desperately trying to hold onto his little girls but learns he must give up control and have faith in their future. In this Episode, Bart and Robyn share their parenting journey which includes three children. They discuss their experience playing a husband and wife on the screen and how it differs from acting in movies with other romantic partners. They describe the importance of having a Father or Father figure in the home and why the Fatherless Crisis is hurting our society. They talk about their discipline styles as parents, their faith, family traditions and values they hope to instill in their kids. They offer advice for new or soon-to-be parents and more! STRONG FATHERS, STRONG DAUGHTERS - www.pureflix.com/movie/strong-fathers-strong-daughters FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 624 - Brad Johnson is a First Class Father and Super Bowl Champion Quarterback. He led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to victory over the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl XXXVII. Brad played college football at Florida State where he won the Fiesta Bowl, Blockbuster Bowl and the Cotton Bowl. He also played on the Men’s Basketball team. Brad was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 1992 NFL Draft and would go on to play quarterback for the Vikings, Buccaneers, Redskins and Cowboys. In this Episode, Brad shares his fatherhood journey which includes two sons, both of whom play college football. He discusses the high school recruiting process with his sons and why his son Maxdecided to transfer from LSU to Texas A&M. He describes how he got involved in making Tiktok videos and what his kids think about dad being on Social Media. He talks about young kids playing tackle football and what’s a good age to start. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 623 - Johnny Brennan is a First Class Father and creator of THE JERKY BOYS. He is also well known for voicing the character Mort Goldman on FAMILY GUY. Johnny created some of the most iconic characters such as Frank Rizzo and Sol Rosenberg and would Prank Call unsuspecting recipients, or would be a response to people calling from classified advertisements placed in local New York-based newspapers. Each call was made in character. Millions of THE JERKY BOYS albums have been sold making them one of the top selling comedy records of all-time. Johnny has been voicing Mort Goldman for the Emmy-Nominated FOX series FAMILY GUY for twenty seasons. Johnny is popular on Cameo and you can find him at http://Cameo.com/JohnnyBrennan In this Episode, Johnny shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two daughters. He discusses how he based his most iconic characters on family members. He describes his daughters reaction to his comedy and their own sense of humor. He talks about the overwhelming support and some of the touching stories he’s received from THE JERKY BOYS fans. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 622 - Chris Myers is a First Class Father and Sportscasting Legend. He has covered the Super Bowl, the World Series, the NBA Finals, the NCAA Final Four, The Masters, the U.S. Open, the Triple Crown, the Olympics, and the Daytona 500. Chris spent ten years at ESPN, hosting SportsCenter, Baseball Tonight, and other shows. In 1998 he joined Fox Sports where he continues to work today. He was awarded an Emmy in the Sports Features category in 1990 as an anchor/reporter. In this Episode, Chris shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two sons, one of which passed away in a car accident. He discusses the loss of his son Christopher at the age of 19 and the support that poured in to help him cope with the tragedy. He describes his kids reaction to him covering major sporting events as well as his famous interview with O.J. Simpson. He talks about the importance of spending time with his family and balancing that with his career. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 621 - Luke Cook is a First Class Father and Actor. He is best for his role as Lucifer in “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”. Luke made his feature film debut in 2017 in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2." In the same year he played opposite Al Pacino in the theatre production of "God Looked Away". Luke has starred in shows such as Dynasty, Modern Family, Swat, & Dollface as the beloved Fender. Luke is also the host of THE ZADDY ZONE, a health and wellness podcast with a sense of humor. The podcast deals with all manners of subjects: Sex, Diet, Psychology, Creativity, Family, and Community. In this Episode, Luke shares his Fatherhood journey which includes a two year old and a second child due in November. He discusses some of the health and wellness takeaways from his podcast THE ZADDY ZONE and how they apply to parents and kids. He describes the negative experience people are receiving from social media and why they keep going back for more. He talks about his Christian faith and how he veered away from Christianity in early adulthood. He tells us about the contrast of being a Christian while playing Lucifer in “Sabrina”. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 620 Bode Miller is a First Class Father and world class skier. He is an Olympic and World Championship gold medalist and the most successful male American alpine ski racer of all time. He is also considered one of the greatest World Cup racers of all time with 33 race victories and being one of five men to win World Cup events in all five disciplines. During his Olympic career, Bode won 6 Medals including the Gold Medal at the 2010 Vancouver Games. He is the only American ski racer in history to win medals at three different Olympics. In this Episode, Bode shares his Fatherhood journey which includes eight children. He discusses the tragedy of losing his daughter in an accidental pool drowning and how he navigated his family through such a devastating experience. He describes his discipline style as a dad and how it differs from when he grew up. He talks about his father leaving when he was just 6 years old and the importance of other men stepping up for kids as Father figures when they don’t have a dad in their life. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 619- Amanda Knox and Christopher Robinson are a First Class Couple. Amanda spent almost four years in an Italian prison following her wrongful conviction for the 2007 murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher. She became the subject of a worldwide media firestorm and her story was told through multiple documentaries, books and films. Amanda was definitively acquitted by the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation in 2015. She currently hosts a podcast called, LABYRINTHS, with her husband Christopher Robinson. Christopher Robinson is an author who is a Boston University and Hunter College MFA graduate, a MacDowell Colony fellow, Yaddo fellow, and a Yale Younger Poets Prize finalist. In this Episode, Chris and Amanda share their parenting journey which includes a one year old daughter. Amanda discusses how all of her experiences have impacted her as a young mother. She describes her relationship with her Dad before, during and after her murder trials. She also talks about her relationship with Chris’s parents and family. Chris discusses how he met Amanda and how they fell in love. He describes how he and Amanda plan on telling their daughter about Amanda’s traumatic past. He talks about how becoming a dad has changed him as a writer and poet. Together, they tell us their plans for the future and if that includes more children. They offer some great advice for new or soon-to-be Parents, and more- you don't want to miss it! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 618- Pro Football Hall Of Fame Media Day Special. I was invited by the NFL to bring First Class Fatherhood to the Hall of Fame Media Day sessions where I had the opportunity to speak with five dads who will be enshrined in The Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend in Canton, Ohio. I also added in two clips from last year’s Media Day as well so you can take a look! In this Episode you will hear from: Coach Dick Vermeil - Super Bowl Champion Head Coach of the St. Louis Rams, Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. Class of 2022. Bryant Young - Super Bowl Champion Defensive Tackle who played his entire career with the San Francisco 49ers. Class of 2022. LeRoy Butler - Super Bowl Champion Strong Safety who played his entire career with the Green Bay Packers and is known for inventing the Lambeau Leap. Class of 2022. Richard Seymour - 3x Super Bowl Champion Defensive Tackle who played for the New England Patriots and Oakland Raiders. Class of 2022. Tony Boselli - 5x Pro Bowl Offensive Tackle who was the first ever Draft Pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars where he played his entire career. Class of 2022. Calvin Johnson - 6x Pro Bowl Wide Receiver known as "Megatron" who played his entire career with the Detroit Lions. Class of 2021. Jimmy Johnson - 2x Super Bowl Champion Head Coach of the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins. Class of 2020. FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 617 Shawn Johnson and Andrew East are a First Class Couple. I am honored to announce that I have partnered with them to move First Class Fatherhood over to their FamilyMade Media network. Shawn Johnson is an Olympic Gymnast who won four medals in the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China including the Gold Medal on the balance beam. She is also an Entrepreneur, NYT Bestselling Author and Philanthropist. Andrew East is a former NFL athlete who played college football at Vanderbilt. He most recently played for the Washington Commanders before retiring in 2022. He has competed in several sports entertainment events including American Ninja Warrior. In this Episode, Shawn and Andrew share their parenting journey which includes a son and a daughter. They discuss why they have decided to share their journey through marriage and parenthood with millions of views around the world. They describe their relationship with each other’s parents. They talk about the importance of their faith and the role it plays in raising their children. They reveal their plans on having more children. They offer some great advice for new or about to be parents and more! FamilyMade - https://familymade.com First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 616 Eddie Penney is a First Class Father, US Marine and Navy SEAL combat veteran. He spent 20 years in the U.S. military, first as a Marine and later as a Navy SEAL assigned to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), better known as SEAL Team Six. After two combat deployments with SEAL Team Two, Eddie tried out and was selected for DEVGRU, the elite of the elite and the tip of the nation’s spear in the fight against terrorist threats worldwide. Terrified of missing the action, Eddie became a breacher, the first man to the door on a target and one of the most dangerous jobs imaginable. Eddie endured five more deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa in his role, relishing in taking the fight to the enemy as he engaged in countless examples of extreme close-range combat. Eddie details his incredible story as a warrior and a father in his new book, “Unafraid: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad”. In this Episode, Eddie returns to First Class Fatherhood to share his Fatherhood journey which now includes five children through marriage. He discusses his new role as a Stepdad and how the Unafraid mindset can apply to parenting. He describes the types of conversations he and his wife share on the Unafraid Podcast. He talks about his new book, Unafraid: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad. He describes what it was like to serve with Navy SEAL legend Adam Brown whose father Larry joined me on First Class Fatherhood. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Unafraid: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad - https://a.co/d/5v4407I First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 Watch on Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/FirstClassFatherhood More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected]

Episode 615 Kurt Schlichter is a First Class Father, a senior columnist for Townhall.com, a Los Angeles trial lawyer, and a retired army infantry colonel. A Twitter activist (@KurtSchlichter) with more than 450,000 followers, Kurt was personally recruited to write conservative commentary by Andrew Breitbart. He is a news source, an on-screen commentator on networks like Fox and Newsmax, and a guest on, and guest host of, nationally syndicated radio programs talking about political, military, and legal topics. Kurt is the #1 Amazon Bestselling Author of four books and has a new Book available now; We'll Be Back: The Fall and Rise of America. In his new book which is sometimes mordant, often humorous, always incisive, Schlichter shows that our resilience is far from spent. American society is uniquely blessed with the ingredients of greatness. A pushback is coming. Schlichter offers no guarantees but something more important—hope. In this Episode, Kurt shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two teenagers. He discusses his perspective on becoming a Dad at forty and why he believes more Americans should get married in their early twenties. He describes the trouble with colleges in America and why he believes they are a scam. He talks about his new book, We'll Be Back: The Fall and Rise of America, and why he believes there is hope for the future of America. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! We'll Be Back: The Fall and Rise of America https://a.co/d/f4NqRj4 First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 Watch on Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/FirstClassFatherhood More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support