The Dad Edge Podcast

Pornography has never been so unbelievably accessible, but what starts out innocently enough can eventually take over our lives. We know this is a huge issue for men today because our episodes on battling porn and sexual addiction top the charts. Today we talk to an expert who has an approach to porn and sexual addiction that you haven't heard before. Eddie Capparucci is licensed counselor and the author of Going Deeper: How the Inner Child Impacts Your Sexual Addiction. He tells us how men's struggle with porn is linked to how we dealt with pain in childhood. He reveals why too much porn can ruin our sex lives psychologically as well as physiologically. Eddie also gives us a step-by-step example of how casual porn consumption can descend into the destruction of a family. Kids are being exposed to sexual content as young as 8 years old. Whether you are struggling with an addiction to pornography or not, this is a show every father needs to listen to. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/276. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Having a special needs child is one of the biggest challenges a parent can face. But the death of a child is so inconceivably painful, many of us can't bear the thought of it. Today we talk to a man who has endured both. Zane Shook's baby had all the chips stacked against him. The doctor gave Zane and his wife the option to abort, but despite the odds, they committed to having their child. Wyatt was born with a chromosomal disorder and severe birth defects that prevented him from ever speaking. He was mentally challenged and unable to walk, but that didn't keep him from laughing and enjoying life. Wyatt courageously fought to live, but just shy of his eighteenth birthday, he lost the fight. Zane Shook talks about the little warrior his son was, the joy Wyatt brought to his life, and how he survived the insurmountable grief of losing him. You will want to pay close attention to this special episode. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday221. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Today we talk to a previous guest whose story about his father's suicide is one of our top shows ever in the history of The Dad Edge. Adam Schafer from the hugely popular Mind Pump Podcast is back. He wasn't a father the first time he was on the show, but now he's the proud new dad to his one-year-old son Maximus! Adam talks about how having a baby has changed his lifestyle and relationship with his wife for the better. He opens up about his struggles with empathy and childhood insecurities. He also talks about manufacturing adversity for our kids so that they will build resilience and character. You've never heard this side of Adam Schafer before. This show is full of insights that will take your fathering skills to the next level. Listen now! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/275. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

When we become fathers, we have be in charge of caring for our families. We must step up and provide for them, protect them, and lead them. Fatherhood is an opportunity to become our best selves, but we can't show up if we don't invest in our physical, mental, and intellectual wellbeing. Today we have everyday dad and Dad Edge Alliance member Eric Martinez on the show. He is the founder of Be Well Dad and is dedicated to helping men become their best selves, enabling them give more to their families and lead on a confident and competent level. Eric's been with his wife for sixteen years and is the dad of a five-year-old son and a two-year-old daughter. He talks about how he and his wife overcome the most difficult obstacles, how he got out of his dad bod rut by losing 40 pounds, and how he steps off the hamster wheel of busyness to make time for self-care. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday220. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

We all want to live in a happy home, a deep relationship with our spouse, and confident and capable kids. But how do we create the home life we dream of in today's world? Arlene Pellicane shows us how. She is an author and speaker whose mission is to encourage families. Among her books are Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Cool, Calm, and Connected. Arlene helps parents raise kids who are ready for life (not just playing video games), and also helps couples take their so-so marriage to a joyful one. Arlene talks about what a man needs most from his wife and how a couple can fall in love again. She explains the complementary roles of mothers and fathers and how to leverage the strengths of each. Arlene also tells us how to raise obedient, respectful children, and how we can live with more purpose, and less screen time. You can live in a happy home. Listen to discover how. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/274. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

What does it really take to be a great father? How can we inspire our kids to reach for more, even if our father didn't show us a good example? Bryan Loritts is a pastor and the award-winning author of seven books, including The Dad Difference: The 4 Most Important Gifts You Can Give to Your Kids. Today Bryan teaches us the four RITEs of fatherhood and how to implement each. He tells us how we can be proactive about our operating systems as fathers, becoming constant guides and teachers so that our kids have the best chance of living a meaningful and fulfilling life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday219. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

How far have you evolved as a person? Are you still struggling with the same issues you've had all your life? Are you turning to vices to distract and soothe you? Do you avoid those hard conversations with people who are important to you? Your relationship with yourself is the foundation of all other aspects of your life, and if you haven't confronted your demons, you will never be able to take your personal evolution to the next level. Stefanos Sifandos is a relational alchemist, international speaker, author and change-maker dedicated to helping men create a life of meaning and purpose. Not long ago, he was egotistical, dishonest, unfaithful, and above all, scared. He discovered that unresolved trauma from his toxic father was unconsciously and destructively influencing his behavior. Today, Stefanos shares his journey into the depth of pain, and how we can drill to the truth of ourselves to become completely integrated and self-reliant. He also reveals 6 steps that we can take to process, heal, and expand from the wounds of the past. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/273. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

This one's for the guy who is miserable with his life. Maybe your marriage isn't working, you feel stuck in your job, and you can't remember who you are anymore. Something's got to give, but you don't know what to do to make things change. Craig Mills used to be miserable. He got into his profession by default, thinking it was what he was supposed to do. He neglected his needs and desires to accommodate an unhappy marriage. He lived an empty life and felt like a shell of a human being. Today, Craig is blissfully remarried with a stepdaughter and a baby. He's excited about life and has found the work that makes him comes alive. How did he make this complete dad life overhaul? Don't waste another minute being miserable. Listen in! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday218. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

In this episode we cover some amazing questions from our community! What it means to live legendary. How you know you are married to a strong woman. The gift of failure. What men can do to make the world a better place despite everything going on. The power of forgiveness and even forgiving ourselves.

Each day, we have a choice to do things the way we've always done them, or to stare down the wolf of fear until he backs off. Even if we're not a former Navy SEAL Commander like today's guest, as fathers, we are the heads of our families. We need to learn how to operate like an elite leader for them, and more importantly, ourselves. This means we need to be strong enough to face our insecurities, confront our shadows, admit where we're wrong, adopt a learning mindset, and be willing to ask help. We are truly honored to have ex-Navy SEAL, Mark Divine, on the show for his fourth time. Among his many accomplishments, he is the creator of SEALFIT and the author of Unbeatable Mind. His new book is Staring Down the Wolf: 7 Leadership Commitments That Forge Elite Teams. Today Mark talks about how becoming an elite leader starts with a deep understanding of who we are and why we behave the way we do. He reveals that elite leadership is not about pretending we're perfect and indestructible. It's about being honest about our weaknesses and failures. Mark also teaches us how to get a team to commit to one cause and align communication on an intuitive level so that we can better our lives as well as generate a positive change in the world. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/272. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

All of us have endured some kind of pain in our past. We might not think about it, but we carry it through our lives, allowing it to contaminate everything we do. If we don't acknowledge the pain, it will hold us back from reaching our true potential. But if we look at every rock bottom moment as an opportunity to learn, we can transform our pain into explosive inner growth. Today's story will blow your mind. Justin Schenck is creator of the wildly popular Growth Now Movement and podcast. He grew up in dark circumstances, with an addicted mother and a dad in jail. By all outward appearances, he was destined to fail in life. But Justin would not give up. He shed his victim mindset and took charge of his future. In this amazing comeback story, he shows us that we all have the power to climb out of the pit of despair, generate our own happiness, and create the life we truly desire. This is an interview you can't afford to miss! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday217. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

In this episode, Larry and Uncle Joe are joined by Rashad Hunt. Today's show we cover several aspects of things that are going on in the world...racism, protests, and black lives.

Is there someone in your life that you are finding it hard to forgive? A sibling, friend, or parent? We all have grudges, but we don't realize how much emotional and mental bandwidth they're stealing from us. Derek Stone is the author of Why Should I Forgive? He grew up in poverty and was sexually abused by his stepfather. His bitterness led him into drugs, alcohol, and dysfunctional relationships. But he found the faith he needed to forgive and move on. Now his mission is to empower people to transform their lives and walk them through the hell of confronting past trauma and teaching them to forgive. Derek talks about his painful journey out of hate, anger, and shame and how the power of forgiveness can free us to create the full and happy lives we were meant live. "For true forgiveness to happen, something has to die."—Derek Stone For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/271. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

If we don't have the parenting tools to remain calm in stressful situations, we will default into panic mode. How we can we keep our cool and make the right call when everything goes wrong? Holly and Chris Santillo return to The Dad Edge today! They are both blackbelt Kempo karate instructors and the authors of Resilience Parenting: Raising Resilient Children in an Era of Detachment and Dependence. They share the strategies they use to lead their family through the unexpected and remain flexible when operating out of their comfort zone. We have never needed to be more resilient than right now. After this episode, you will know how to navigate through uncertainty so your kids can learn how too. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday216. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

As fathers, it's our natural instinct to act like everything is under control We don't want our kids to see us failing or hurting. We don't want to appear weak. But true strength lies in being real, and if we don't allow our kids watch how we navigate the ups and downs in life, they won't know how to deal with adversity themselves. We have an awesome guest for you today. Green Beret, Special Forces, Sniper, and former top 5 UFC Middleweight, Tim Kennedy, is on The Dad Edge! He is one of the few fighters to serve in the military and fight professionally at the same time. He is the creator of Sheepdog Response, a training program that gives good guys the tools they need to effectively respond to violence. He's also been married for 13 years and is the father of four kids. Tim Kennedy talks about how his parents balanced nurturing, protection, and damage control. He tells us why he appreciates the highs and lows of parenthood. He reveals his biggest failures in life and why being a real, transparent, imperfect dad is what your kids really need. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/270. Join the Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Are you infected with the disease of busyness? Many of us run on all cylinders, trying to cross the next item off our to do list. Our days are full. We commit ourselves to the point of exhaustion. It feels like we're accomplishing a lot. But weeks, months, years go by and we find ourselves stuck in the same place. Our health, business, and relationships are neglected. We want to move forward, but how can we possibly fit more in? Busyness is a sneaky disease. In this episode we talk with Dad Edge Alliance member Dan Zehner, host of the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast. Dan used busyness as a distraction to avoid doing what he needed to do in life. He was overweight, stress out, and disconnected from his family. Then he got real with himself. Dan tells us about how he confronted his pain, discovered his purpose, and took ownership of his time. He is now living at the peak of his potential and you can too! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday215. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Get ready to be trained to communicate and negotiate by the most qualified man in the country. Chris Voss is the former Chief Negotiating Officer of the FBI, the CEO & Founder of the Black Swan Group, and the author of Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It. Chris is back on the show to tell us some surprising things about communication based on decades of experience, modern psychology, and neuroscience. He explains why we want to get people to say "no" instead of "yes" and teaches us advanced techniques for developing tactical empathy. Chris also reveals the skill set we need for communication mastery as fathers, arming us with the tools we need to be effective leaders in our households and communities. "When you negotiate properly, you allow the other side to have your way."—Chris Voss For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/269. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Today, The Dad Edge visits the Purpose Chasers Podcast for a discussion with Mark Crandall about putting fatherhood first. We talk about how our lack of a reliable father figure affected us, how we used that pain and confusion to become better men, and how we've screwed up as dads now that we are fathers. We share how to balance the drive to provide for our families with being physically and emotionally present, and how to make undistracted time with our spouse and kids our number one priority. Being a dad is the most important job we'll ever have. Let's make it epic! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday214. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

If you had one last talk to deliver to the world, what would you say? Who would you say it to? Philip McKernan is a speaker, author, and enlightened hooligan. He is the creator of the One Last Talk speaking series and author of One Last Talk: Why Your Truth Matters and How to Deliver It. Philip talks about how all of us have endured some kind of childhood trauma, and that no matter how perfect we try to be, we are going to hurt and disappoint our kids too. But Philip also tells us how we can find our greatest gifts by exploring our deepest wounds, and why we must speak our truth to heal ourselves and others. This episode is going to hit you hard and stay with you a long time. Give yourself space to listen and time to reflect. It will transform your life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/268. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Are you living as your true self? Or have you built your life around someone else's idea of who you're supposed to be? And if you feel like you're living a lie, how can you drown out the noise of the world and march to the beat of your own drum? Today we have an everyday dad and extraordinary person from the Dad Edge Alliance. Chris Lesso is the founder of Your Best Self Through Drumming and is an expert on optimizing the power of drumming to improve focus, confidence, and self-expression. Through the metaphor of music, Chris explains how each of us has a different drum beat and how we can connect with our best selves by letting our voices be heard. He teaches us how we can become aware of our unique rhythms so that we can better lead our families and keep the beat for our own song of life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday213. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Every Wednesday we host a live Q&A Radio show, where we are streaming these Q&As live through our Dad Community with thousands of men. You will hear live questions from husbands, fathers, and men that are real and authentic. We never know what question is coming and answer everything the best way possible. For more information on our resources for men/fathers/husbands, head to gooddadproject.com

Warrior toughness is the ability to make the correct decision at the right time, no matter how stressful, painful, or frightening that moment may be. This is not only achieved by rigorous discipline and training, but also a fine balance of body, mind, and soul. Today we are pumped to have Stephen Drum on The Dad Edge. He is a combat-tested retired Navy SEAL Master Chief with 27 years of experience leading teams and executing mission-critical performance strategies. Stephen tells us a 4-part process for developing Warrior Toughness that we can apply to real life. He reveals the surprising mix of performance psychology, mindfulness, and problem-solving that makes up the warrior mindset. He also talks about how we can organize the caring of our families while keeping ourselves adaptable and ready to pivot in any situation. Learn to operate under pressure—day in, day out—no matter what life throws at you! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/267. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

At the Dad Edge Alliance, we're disrupting the default settings of fatherhood so that we can go from living ordinary to extraordinary lives. One of the reasons we men become frustrated and burned out is because we feel it's our job to shoulder the load for everyone. But if we practice self-compassion instead of self-sacrifice, not only will we feel happier, but we'll also find we have more to give to everyone in our lives. Today we interview another dad in the trenches. John Culford is a recent Dad Edge Alliance member who's been married for fourteen years and is the father of two sons, aged twelve and thirteen. John shares his challenges with communication, understanding, and connection with his wife and kids. He reveals what strategies he's implementing to make his family grow closer during quarantine and beyond. He also tells us how getting into the habit of being kind to himself, claiming space, and opening up about his struggles with his family his secret to staying grounded and moving forward. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday212. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Every Wednesday we host a live Q&A Radio show, where we are streaming these Q&As live through our Dad Community with thousands of men. You will hear live questions from husbands, fathers, and men that are real and authentic. We never know what question is coming and answer everything the best way possible. For more information on our resources for men/fathers/husbands, head to gooddadproject.com

Of a Revolution, or O.A.R., is a rock band that has been making music for over twenty years. Whether you know their name or not, chances are you've heard their songs on the radio. Today, we are honored to have O.A.R.'s lead singer Marc Roberge on the show for his second interview with The Dad Edge Podcast! Marc talks about how dads can use this time of quarantine to reestablish the household hierarchy and start running the family as a team. He tells us what it's like to be a dad on and off the road, how he keeps his marriage alive, and why he is open about his weaknesses and imperfections with his kids. He also shares stories about his own father and how the nostalgia of summers growing up in the neighborhood are the inspiration for his songs to this day. This show is about the meaning of friends, family, and embracing the good and bad in life. Slow down and have a listen. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/266. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Your best self exists somewhere in the future. How can you initiate the transformation and bridge the gap between who you are now and the man you are capable of becoming? Today, we have everyday dad Ben Killoy on The Dad Edge. He is a long-time Dad Edge Alliance member and is now one of our call team leaders. Ben is a military veteran turned blogger and motivational speaker. He's founded the Military Veteran Dad Podcast, and his mission is to bring every dad both physically and mentally back home to his family. Ben talks about how he broke free from the fear and resistance that was preventing him from living to his full potential. He explains how he cultivated the self-awareness and self-love to become strong enough to lead himself and his family. He also shares how he's grateful to be in a place to help other men to access the truth beneath their fears and initiate the transformation to their best selves. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday211. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Today we're going to shed light on a mysterious phenomenon that puzzles most men and even women—the menstrual cycle. We usually shy away from discussing this topic in great detail, but it is a huge part of life as a couple. Understanding your woman's cycle will allow you to get to know her in a way you never thought possible. Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer are the authors of Wild Power and the co-founders of Red School. They are going to teach us about the four seasons of your woman's cycle, what goes on in her mind and body and how you can work in harmony with the seasons. They tell us how to take advantage of what each season has to offer as well as knowing what your partner needs before she even asks for it. You will know when she craves space, when she needs connection, and when she's most sexually charged. This episode will be a revelation. Alexandra and Sjanie's advice will equip you with all the knowledge you need to appreciate and "flow" with the wild power of your woman's cycle. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/265. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Today fan favorite and a legend our community, Aaron "Big A" Walker is on to have a live discussion with our members. Aaron Walker is the president and founder of View from the Top, an Iron Sharpens Iron Mastermind group that goes beyond success to a life of significance. Aaron talks about why isolation is the enemy of excellence and how the power of mastermind groups to accelerate our growth, success, and happiness is unrivaled. He explains why we need a community of strong men to do life with and gives us examples of how a group of trusted advisors can help us through the toughest spots in our lives. Aaron talks about what our spouses and kids really need from us and how to show up big for them with a servant leader mindset. He also tells us how to be courageous during crisis, as well as when to lean into our tribe to survive the pitfalls and mistakes that we're usually afraid to talk about. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday210. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Modern life demands a modern perspective. In a world where the meaning masculinity is in flux, it's more important than ever to step back from life and dig beneath our protective layers to find out what we're really all about. Who are we as men? How did we get this way? How can we use our relationships with our own fathers to inform the men we will become? Today's guest is David Wagner. He is a transformational teacher, a father, and the author of Backbone: Modern Man's Ultimate Guide to Purpose, Passion and Power. David goes into several aspects of being a man, but most importantly he talks about the father wound. Even the best dads fall short in some way and create damage that follows their children into adulthood. David teaches us how to get to know our fathers as men, to witness life through their eyes so that we can forgive them for their shortcomings and learn from their regrets. Don't miss this emotionally charged episode. It will forever alter the way you view your relationship with your father and and the way you show up for your children. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/264. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

We all want to survive this crisis, but how can we use the challenges we face to actually accelerate our growth as men, husbands, and fathers? How do we use adversity as an opportunity to connect and learn in ways we never have before? It is possible to thrive in the face of uncertainty if we look at every problem as a stepping stone to greater self-awareness and purpose. In this exclusive episode, we will teach you how. Today we talk about the first Dad Edge Virtual Summit and the 3rd annual Dad Edge Live Summit. You will witness exactly what happens behind the scenes in The Dad Edge Alliance and the changes that take place in the lives of men who work as a tribe. Jeff Bouwman and Jason McKenzie join us, along with our members for an amazing session that shows just how everyday regular dads are reframing their challenges, using them as catalysts for extreme transformation. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday209. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

How would you like accomplish in 12 weeks what you'd think would take you a year? The traditional habit of planning goals over a 12 month period has proven ineffective. Believe it or not, we can actually execute more in the next 12 weeks than we can in 12 months—not only in business, but also in our family lives. We are excited to have Brian Moran on the show today. He's the NY Times Bestselling author of The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks Than Others Do in 12 Months. Brian's going to tell us how the 12 week year works and how we can apply this strategy to work, health, and relationships. He also teaches us how to get our spouses and kids on board to so you can make incredible progress toward your big visions as a family. Don't let another year go by without having accomplished your goals. Get started on your 12 week year now! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/263. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

The fallout from coronavirus has put unbelievable stress on all of us, but what if the situation was worse? Would we have the mental stamina to endure? You may remember today's guest for sharing his incredible story of going on a darkness retreat in the jungles of Guatemala, where he stayed in a 12 x 8 concrete room for 28 days in absolute black silence. Traver Boehm is the author of Today I Rise and the founder of the Man Uncivilized Movement. He is back to tell us how he tapped into his inner strength to endure the unimaginable. He also talks about embracing our primal masculine gifts to squeeze the juice out of life, even while we're up against a crisis like COVID-19. Traver teaches us how to make the best of our situation, draw on our inner strengths, and connect with people in ways we never have before. He inspires us to look deep inside and view our lives in an empowered light. This episode will have you pumped up. Let's get uncivilized! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday208. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

How do you learn how to make something of your life when you never had an example to follow? Today's guest knew he wanted to make a name for himself in the world, but he didn't know how. Growing up with an unavailable, addicted father, he was filled with anger and took it out on those around him. But he says that we are all born with the champion spirit within. All we need to do is tap into it. Muay Thai legend Chris Romulo returns to the show to share his story of a champion's uprising. He talks about how he grew from a frustrated, depressed young man into a world-renowned fighter, and how he's used what he's learned in the ring to become the husband, father, entrepreneur and community leader he is today. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/262. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Todd Herman is the author of the wildly popular bestselling book, The Alter Ego Effect, in which he explains the fastest way to transcend fear and self-limiting beliefs by creating alter egos. In an exclusive Q&A session with Dad Edge Alliance members, Todd reveals how to develop alter egos for the different playing fields of life, and how to activate our secret identities to instantly show up the way we want in the toughest situations. He also talks about how to introduce this method to our kids. Todd Herman's tools and strategies will blow your mind and change your life. Get ready to step into your heroic self! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday207. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

In this episode I interviewed my 14 year old to get his perspective on the challenges of the quarantine, Covid-19, and what he has appreciated most.

As dads, we are the protectors, the warriors. But how can we protect our children when we don't know what we're up against? Whether it's a tablet, phone, or computer—our kids are exposed to a minefield of predators, cyberbullies, and sexual content. We are the first generation with this problem. What is the best way to protect our children from this insidious danger? This show is scary, but we are at war. As fathers, we have a duty and responsibility to keep our kids safe. We give our sons and daughters seatbelts in the car and helmets when they ride a bike. In this digital age, we need to give them the same kind of safety gear for navigating the internet. Today we have Titiana Jordan on The Dad Edge. She is the Chief Parent Officer at Bark, an app that helps families manage and protect their children's online lives. She tells us the disturbing reality of what our kids are exposed to on the internet. She gives us a guide on how and when to talk to our kids about what they may encounter on the internet and the best way to protect them from online predators, cyberbullying, and sexual content. This show will disturb and enrage you, but it is information parents desperately need. This is a must listen. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/261. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

How can you can cooperate—not compete—with your kids, set boundaries, focus on the positive, and make your parenting flow instead of it always being a struggle? We are honored to have Jeremy Roadruck among our Dad Edge Alliance members. He's a Kung Fu master, public speaker, and bestselling author. He's also an empowerment coach for families and children, giving parents and kids the tools they need to feel seen, heard, felt, and understood. Today, Jeremy talks about how we can add Kung Fu principles to our parenting skill set, allowing self-awareness and compassion to guide us, developing a deep rapport with our children that will give them the inner strength and joy to win in all areas of life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday206. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

What's the difference between managing your family and leading them? Do you know your values as a family and your vision of how it should operate? If the answer is no, don't worry. You're pretty much just like everyone else. We often have learned to be leaders in our work and our community, but rarely do we use these skills when we come home with our kids. With packed schedules and hectic days, it's all we can do to make it to bedtime, but today we're going to talk about how leading your family brings you closer together, makes decisions easier, and opens up new possibilities in other areas of your life. Today we have Stewart Friedman and Alyssa Westring on the show. They are organizational psychologists and the authors of Parents Who Lead: The Leadership Approach You Need to Parent with Purpose, Fuel Your Career, and Create a Richer Life. They're going to give us the skillset we need to lead our families and plan and prioritize our lives around what truly matters to us. This show will totally change the way you look at your role as a father. Don't miss this chance to create the family life you always dreamed of! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/260. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Sometimes living with kids can be insane, and we all have those times when we lose our temper. But we do have the ability to choose patience, and it's up to us to show our kids what it means to be in control of our behavior. Learning how to choose patience can help us find chaos amid the insanity in any situation. In this short episode, I talk about what we can do mentally and emotionally as fathers to pause, reflect, and create space between reaction and response. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday205. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!