The Dad Edge Podcast

How often do you ask for what you need or desire? Whether it be in our marriage, workplace, or among friends, 77% of people have issues asking for help or advice. Today we have Wayne Baker, sociologist, consultant, speaker, and the author of All You Have to Do is Ask. His mission is to empower people to fulfill their purpose, goals, and visions so they can become more successful. Wayne discovered that those who ask for help or advice, and also give back, were less frustrated and more effective in all areas of their lives. He talks about how to practice thoughtful intentional requests that people will be happy to fulfill. He also teaches how to create a psychologically safe environment where our kids feel safe to express their needs and wants. Learn how the simple art of asking can unlock new ideas and solutions, help you get ahead faster and easier, and solve most of the problems that are weighing you down in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/253. 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!

Larry Hagner is the host of The Dad Edge and the founder of The Dad Edge Alliance. Larry's used to talking with big names as well as the everyday dad, but today it's his turn to be interviewed. Chris Romulo is a former Muay Thai Champion, author, motivational speaker, and the host of The Eight Count Podcast. He asks Larry Hagner about the times he thought he was down for the count in life and how, with the help of his tribe, he picked himself up and got back in the ring to fight his inner demons. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday197. ———— 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!

Hey Guys for this LIVE Q&A episode, I am bringing Doug French, founder of The Dad 2.0 Summit. Doug has been in the Dad Space for years and is hosting his 10th Dad 2.0 Summit in Washington DC on Feb 27th-29th. If you are a Dad Edge Podcast listener and you want to join us in DC, you can use EDGE20 for your coupon code at registration to save 20% off your ticket price. I would love to meet you face to face and see you there! Sign up HERE for the Dad 2.0 SUMMIT

According to Columbia University, children who have a poor relationship with their father are 68% more likely to drink, smoke, or use drugs. How we can strengthen the bond between father and son and father and daughter? Michael Gurian is one of the world's foremost experts on gender and the brain and has been called "The People's Philosopher" for his ability to bring together people's ordinary lives and scientific ideas. He is the NY Times bestselling author of thirty-two books, a keynote speaker, a husband and a father. Michael tells us the three top reasons why today's kids aren't connecting with their dads. He teaches us to discover our assets as fathers and how to invite our kids to utilize them. He also shares the neuroscience behind the differences between bonding with sons and daughters, and how we can best father each one. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/252. 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 is a rite of passage? What purpose did it serve in a boy's life? How can we create modern rites of passage for today's boys? In this Thursday Throwdown, we are excited to have Tim Wright. He is a pastor, author, podcaster, and co-leader of The Helping Boys Thrive Summit with Michael Gurian. Today he talks about the history of the rite of passage and what significance it had in different cultures. He also tells us how we can create rites of passage or manhood ceremonies for our sons in every stage of life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday196. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community.

Every year, we envision a new future and set goals to become who we really want to be. Why is it that more often than not, we never get very far? If we pay close attention, we can hear a taunting voice, an inner bully who says, "You can't do that. Who do you think you are? You're not worthy or deserving. You're a fake, a fraud, and a loser." Meet Imposter Syndrome, and we all deal with it. Today we have Dr. Jaime Hope on the show. She's an Emergency Medicine Physician, Wellness Expert, Teacher, Speaker, and Author. Jaime tells us how to notice when Impostor Syndrome is creeping up and how we can shut that bully down. She gives us tools to build resilience against our own negative voices and create a new vision of ourselves. Jaime also reveals how to deal with times of stress by connecting the pain with our vision and purpose. Most importantly, she gives us examples of how we can "program" our kids to have built-in protection against imposter syndrome. Get ready to defeat that inner bully once and for all! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/251. 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, Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman revisits the show. He is a former Spanish teacher turned UFC Champion who now hosts The Spaniard Show podcast and is the author of Driven: My Unlikely Journey from Classroom to Cage. Charlie is here to talk about his new book, Becoming the World's Toughest Lifelong Learner: A Book for Anyone Who Wants to Pursue Anything. He shares his principles for overcoming the fear of starting something new and pushing through obstacles in business, health, and relationships. He gives us a template on how to tap into courage and the mental tools we need to keep moving forward not matter what. Learn how to become the world's toughest lifelong learner in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday195. ———— 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!

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Do you consider yourself to be one of the "good guys?" What is the truth about masculinity? What does it mean to be a good man in today's rapidly changing society? The old ideas of the man being a lone pursuer, protector, and provider are evolving, leaving many men confused about their role in family and society. Today we have Cleo Stiller on The Dad Edge. She is the author of Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today. Cleo has had conversations with men all over the cultural, economic, and geographical spectrum, along with experts in psychology and sociology, to get a deeper understanding of what men really want and need. In this episode, Cleo Stiller provides context for men and women when it comes to friendship, sex, parenting, money, and work. She also tells us how dads can become better human beings and raise their sons to confidently navigate the modern world. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/250. 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 your authentic life? What if you have everything that's supposed to make you happy and you're still miserable? On today's show, we have Dad Edge Alliance member and everyday dad, Josh Long. Josh had a very successful 16-year career that he hated. He was so hungry for significance in his life, that he threw himself into volunteering for his community. He eventually ran for city council and won. Everything looked very admirable on the outside, but inside he was dying. Josh was overcommitted and stressed. He began to rely on alcohol to cope. His marriage was in crisis, and he started investing emotionally in another woman. He was living a life of quiet desperation, until he took a hard look at what he was giving his time and energy to and realized he was living for the wrong reasons. Listen to how Josh saved his marriage, became a better father, and started living a life according to his true values. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday193. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome!

Is it possible to become absolutely irresistible to your woman? Whether things cooled off after the kids or your marriage is in serious trouble, today's show is going to dive deep into what your woman requires to deeply connect with you on an emotional and sexual level. Allana Pratt is a relationship coach and intimacy expert who has been featured all over the media, including CBS, Forbes, People Magazine, and FOX. She is going to reveal some surprising insights about why your woman may have lost desire for you. She talks about what men should do if they are being emasculated. Allana also explains how to articulate what you truly want without seeming needy, how to make your woman feel safe and seen so she is receptive to you physically, and how to remove the fear of rejection in all your conversations, inside and outside the bedroom. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/249. 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 give you marriage tips that you can use to turn your marriage around or make it even better than it already is. Many of us might say we have good marriages, but we don't hear about a lot of great marriages that are full of happiness, connection, intimacy, and sexual desire. This is probably because most couples wait 6 years to seek help when they feel unhappy in their marriages, and by that time they're often ready to give up. Today we have Zach Brittle on The Dad Edge. He is a marriage counselor and the co-host of the Marriage Therapy Radio podcast. Zach is going to give us some marriage tips you've never heard before. We discuss the DNA of conflict, ingenious ways to navigate arguments, and how to break the same frustrating relational patterns. He also tells us how to create a marriage with absolutely no sexual rejection. All married men (and women) will benefit from the marriage tips in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday192. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome!

Money is the number one cause of friction between couples. Out of the 50% of marriages that end in divorce, 70% of them end because of financial issues. This is a staggering number, but money in marriage is not something we are taught to navigate, and we don't know how to show our kids a good example either. Today we have The Money Couple, Scott and Bethany Palmer on The Dad Edge. They are financial advisors who got tired of seeing their clients' marriages destroyed because of money. Together they wrote The 5 Money Personalities and The 5 Money Conversations to Have with Your Kids at Every Age and Stage. Scott and Bethany reveal the 5 money personalities, the reasoning behind each one, and how we can learn to work with our spouse's and our children's money personalities. They also discuss how harmful it is to argue about money in front of the kids and how to use money language to actually bring your marriage and family closer than ever before. (You'll also get a link at the end of the show to a money personality assessment for you and your whole family. Visit the show notes for the link to the test and receive a 19-page money personality report.) For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/248. 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!

It's 2020, and we're all pumped about taking action on our health and fitness goals. Intermittent fasting is getting a huge amount of attention, not just for weight loss, but for anti-aging, disease prevention, and mental sharpness. Getting started with intermittent fasting is challenging mentally and physically, but in this show you will learn the benefits that make it all worth it. Today we have Joel Staley from Dads Who Lift on the show. He helps busy parents turn their bodies into fat-burning machines. He tells us what happens to our bodies when we fast, how to break into a fasting routine, and what results to expect. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday191. ———— 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 not showing up in your life as energized as you want to be? Are you weighed down emotionally and physically for no particular reason? Are you overwhelmed, feeling like a million things are sapping your energy? Today's guest is Dr. Zach Bush. His mission is to apply the rigor of science, strength of humanity and the intelligence of nature to transform our health and our world. Zach explains our body's close relationship to the earth and how we can unlock its intrinsic ability to heal. He also talks about why we need to get rid of our to do lists, allow space to happen, and change our identities as men and providers. This interview is full of revolutionary ideas that will forever change your perception of the world and your place in it. Put this episode on repeat! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/247. 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 have something special for Thursday Throwdown. Aliza Pressman is a developmental psychologist, parent educator, assistant clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and Seedlings Group. She is also the host of the Raising Good Humans podcast and is going to give us some crucial tips on how to use praise and discipline the right way. Most of us parents have the best intentions when trying to encourage and praise our kids, but little do we know we could be setting them up for misery and failure later in life. Don't miss this episode as Dr. Aliza gives a definitive guide on when to praise, how to praise, and how to show unconditional love even when you're not happy with your kids' behavior. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday190. ———— 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!

Most of us are sabotaging ourselves without even knowing it. How can we become aware of the negative self-talk that's holding us back in life? And more importantly, how can we teach our kids to debunk their own self-limiting beliefs? In this episode, we have one of our most popular guests back just in time for 2020—the one and only Gary John Bishop. He's the NY Times Bestselling author of Unf*ck Yourself and Stop Doing That Sh*t. He was a speaker at The Dad Edge Summit 2018, and this is his 4th interview with us on The Dad Edge Podcast. Gary has just released a workbook to accompany Unf*ck Yourself called Do the Work, and he is going to make us do that work today! Gary talks about the three categories we need to address in life to break free from self-limiting beliefs. He tells us how to get real with our own bullsh*t and about how we interact with others. He also talks about why the idea of "finding" your purpose is flawed and what you really need to show up big in your life. If you're familiar with Gary John Bishop, you already know what's coming. Brace yourself for some hard truths! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/246. 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 need as much help as we can when it comes to being a better father, and there are some great resources for dads out there. Usually, I'm the one interviewing amazing people like Jocko Willink, James Clear, Mark Divine, and Hal Elrod on The Dad Edge podcast. We've had sports stars, financial gurus, sex and marriage experts, TEDx speakers, and even everyday dads. Today, we are switching things around. I recently got a chance to share my story on the ActiDad podcast with awesome host, Mark Savant. Listen as we discuss health, women, children, and tribe. We talk about the importance of community and how to upgrade your life by finding the right men to surround yourself with. It's time to live legendary! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday189. ———— 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!

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How can you learn how to be a good dad if your father wasn't there for you? What does it mean to be a good dad? How can you learn to be the father your kids need? Today we have retired Navy SEAL Senior Chief Luis Rivera on the show. He served with the SEALs for 24 years and was featured in Discovery Channel's documentary Navy SEALs BUDs Class 234. Luis has been married for 14 years and has three kids. Growing up, Luis's father never made an effort to be involved in his life. Luis admits, he wasn't always a good dad either. Military life always came first, until he realized what an impact his behavior was making on his kids. Luis is now a fully present and invested dad. He's also part of Mighty Oaks Programs, an organization that helps veterans, active duty military, and first responders deal with PTS and life trauma. Luis opens up about his struggles and failures as a husband and father. He tells us how he spent 9 days in a hotel with his daughter to help her through drug withdrawals. He also talks about the free 5-step program that helps men get a full understanding of who they are and what their purpose is in the world. You've never heard this side of Luis Rivera before. Don't miss this in-depth interview! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/245. 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 we get past our flaws and failures to become the best men we can be? Marriage is the foundation of everything. It is our home and our refuge. A solid, happy relationship with our spouse is crucial to raising emotionally strong and mentally healthy kids. Today's guest is a legend in our mastermind community, Joe Bailey. Joe is on his fourth marriage and it will be his last. He's made lots of mistakes when it comes to relationships, but he's been lucky enough use them to grow and adapt. He knows to stay wary of his weak spots and to double down on his strengths. In this short episode, Joe shares his firsthand experience and five rules for an unshakable marriage. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday188. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry Hagner and Dan Zehner as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Parenting is always a challenge. We are not given a manual when our kid is born. Parents whose kids have ADHD are even more unprepared. The Dad Edge constantly receives emails from dads who are struggling with their ADHD son or daughter. Most feel frustrated and helpless. They don't enjoy parenting, and their kids can sense that. But there is hope for ADHD parents. All we need is the right skillset. Angela Pruess is a licensed family therapist with a background in Child Psychology, Child Development, and Play Therapy. She is the founder of Parents with Confidence and also the mother of three children, two having special needs. Angela explains the 3 different types of ADHD and the best way to manage each one. She talks about how to create an environment that encourages emotional intelligence and a growth mindset. She also tells us how to develop and leverage our parent-child connection, understand the true motivation behind our child's behavior, and discipline our children without causing emotional damage. Empower yourself to grow emotionally resilient ADHD kids who will live their best lives! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/244. 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 concerned about your alcohol intake? It's the peak season for drinking. Many guys waking up with a nasty hangover will wonder what it would be like to give up alcohol for awhile. But we worry. Wouldn't it be boring? What would our friends think? How would we relax at the end of the day? Today we have everyday dad and Dad Edge Alliance member, Darren Bellew on the show. After 35 years of drinking, he decided to try a 30-day detox. Once he reached that milestone, Darren experienced the benefits of being alcohol-free and just kept going. More than a year later, Darren is still alcohol-free. Instead of feeling deprived, he has more energy, more time, better performance, and a deeper connection with his family. Darren has built a better relationship with himself, learning to solve his problems rather than putting them off by drinking. If you're thinking of taking a break from the beer and the booze in 2020, this episode will help you understand what to expect when you go alcohol-free! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday187. ———— 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!

Do finances stress you out? You're not alone. Most of us aren't clear about what we have to do to achieve financial independence. The average 50-year-old has about 50K in savings. Most millennials are not saving at all. The majority of family households don't even have a budget to know what they're spending on. Money problems wreak havoc on our physical and mental wellbeing as well as our relationships. The best time to take control and be intentional about financial independence is right now. Financial legend, Brad Barrett, returns to The Dad Edge. He's the cohost of the Choose FI Podcast, the co-author of Choose FI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence, and cofounder of a financial independence movement that has spread worldwide. Brad went from being a full-time CPA to retired and financially independent at the age of 35. Now he empowers others to design their paths to financial independence. Today, Brad gives us simple, actionable steps you can take right now to cut expenses, save money, and build wealth without feeling deprived. He also talks about how to get your spouse in on the game to use your financial plan to bring you closer. It's not about what you'll be giving up, it's about making your life better. Don't waste another day or another cent. It's time to build a lifestyle according to what you value most. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/243. 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!

Suicide is the number one killer among men aged 35-50. The World Health Organization reports that suicide represents half of all male violent deaths worldwide. Why are men at such risk and what can we do about it? Men are more likely to go for desperate measures for several reasons. Our culture teaches men to internalize emotions and hide distress. At the same time, men tend to lose their close friends and support systems as they step into the role of a provider. They're also reluctant to seek help when struggling with anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts. The first step in doing something about suicide among men is raising awareness. Today, one of our Dad Edge Alliance Commanders courageously steps up to share his story. Nick Sotelo recounts his intense battle against rage, darkness, and suicide. He also tells us how to interrupt the negative scripts that run through our heads and what to do when overwhelmed with shame and hopelessness. We never know what is going to send us or someone we care about down a dark road. This is an episode every dad should listen to for himself and any boy or man he knows. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday186. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry Hagner and JMack as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Are you having trouble breaking bad habits and committing to good ones? Today's guest says the problem isn't you, it's your system. James Clear is the NY Times Bestselling Author of Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. He talks about how building a system of small habits will compound over time for huge results. He'll also teach us how to design our environment so that we'll stick to good habits without even thinking about it. Most importantly, James will tell us how we can apply atomic habits to our relationships with our spouses and children. Whether you want to quit drinking, lose weight, excel in your business, or build deeper connection with your family, get ready to reshape your life for success! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/242. 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 men, we usually are all or nothing. We have the tendency to set extreme goals, and if we have one setback, we take that as proof we can't succeed and give up entirely. But if we practice both self-compassion and accountability, we can forgive ourselves, dust off, and get back on track. Today, we have one of our Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind Commander on the show, Paul Richardson. He's in charge of ensuring the men on his team are executing their plans. Paul says we won't be motivated all the time, and that's okay. It doesn't mean we can't stay on the path to success. Instead of beating ourselves up for the bad days, we must learn to trust the process, asking for help along the way. We can grow at our own pace, forgiving ourselves when we have a setback and loving ourselves enough to be patient. Discover the power of self-compassion and accountability for dads in this short episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday185. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry Hagner and JMack as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

What kind of father do we need to be to raise girls into strong, empathetic, and emotionally resilient women? Today's show is all about how to raise confident, mentally tough daughters. Emily McCarthy is a former case officer for the CIA and the cofounder of GORUCK, a brand with Special Forces roots that leads backpacking events all over the world. Emily lost her father when she was just getting out of college. It was a devastating blow, but the foundation he laid will echo for generations. Emily talks about how her dad gamified safety and defense so she would always be ready to protect herself and others. She also talks about the many ways her father showed up in her life that made her into the incredible woman she is today. Emily's story is proof of the ripple effect a father leaves on his children's lives, even if his time is cut short. Don't miss this moving episode. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/241. 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 feel like communication with our wives and children should come naturally. If we love them, and they love us, it should be easy to understand each other. Right? Wrong. What most of us don't realize is that communication is a skill that can be learned. If we master the way we approach conversations, we will drastically improve our relationships. In this episode, we share three techniques for deep communication with your spouse. These simple skills will put an end to stress, arguments, and misunderstandings. At the same time, they will create a space of connection, safety, and intimacy in your marriage. Don't miss this short, incredibly effective episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday184. ———— 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 only thing we can count on in life is change, and that means having the mental toughness for life's challenges. We don't want to spend our entire lives reacting out of fear and frustration. We want to know that no matter what happens, we can handle anything. Dominick Quartuccio returns to The Dad Edge. He is a speaker, coach, and the author of Design Your Future: 3 Simple Steps to Stop Drifting and Take Command of Your Life. He is going to share 5 practices to make you a mentally tougher man so you can train your body and mind to operate from a place of power, presence, and resourcefulness. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/240. ———— 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!

82% of us hate what we do for a living, yet we do it for 40 hours a week or more. Strangely enough, we wear this misery as a badge of honor, as if the more we hate our job, the more noble we are for suffering through it. But we weren't put here to hate our lives. How much is staying where you are costing you? Today we talk with Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind commander, Sean Hutchins. He used to hate his job, coming home in a bad mood, not showing up for his wife and daughter, and gaining forty pounds. One day he took an objective look at his situation and realized that the cost of staying miserable was much more than the risk of trying something new. Sean decided to take the leap and design his own life. What's possible for you? Listen to how to begin the relentless pursuit of a life you love in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday183. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry as he goes solo today and brings on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

We obsess over nutrition and fitness for our physique, but we ignore the most important organ in the body—the brain. The brain manages every function of the human body and is also in charge of our focus, mood, and ability to learn. In this episode of The Dad Edge, America's Most Popular Psychiatrist, Dr. Daniel Amen, talks about how we can improve the lives of ourselves and our children by making the brain a priority. He tells us how to eat to optimize brain power, how to create a bedtime routine for the best sleep, and how to stop the negative thoughts and behaviors that sabotage our progress in life. This show will transform the way you think, literally. Prepare to Change Your Brain, Change Your Life! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/239. ———— 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 don't realize how important our health is until we lose it. No man wants poor health to get in the way of becoming the best version of himself, but how do we make health a priority when life gets in the way? Today Dr. Ryan Wohlfert is back on The Dad Edge to give you the busy dad's guide to total health. This list of simple hacks for fitness, nutrition, and sleep will fit into any lifestyle. Best of all, these habits can be incorporated into your existing schedule without having to give up other aspects of your life. Don't wait to improve your health. Start today! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday182. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join JMack and Lance Salazar as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Are you the victim or the hero of your life? Did you know that the choice is yours? You have the power to leave the past behind and construct your own world by extreme self-realization. Today's guest is Chris Duffin. He is known as the "mad scientist of strength" and holds the world record for dead lifts. He is also an entrepreneur and the author of The Eagle and the Dragon: A Story of Strength and Reinvention. Chris has one of the most brutal childhood stories you will ever hear. His life was full of poverty, hardship, and confusion. But Chris refused to let the past define him and is now living the life he purposely created for himself, doing what he loves and thriving with his family. Listen to Chris Duffin's story of extreme self-realization and how you can decide who you want to be and how you will leave your mark on the world. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/238. ———— 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!

Mike McCarthy is a super-successful entrepreneur, the cofounder of GoBundance, and a member of the Tribe of Millionaires. He is also the co-author of The Miracle Morning for Parents along with his wife and Hal Elrod. Today Mike teaches us six lessons from the Tribe of Millionaires and the pillars of GoBundance. He also reveals how he cultivates a rich relationship with his wife and kids and the magic formula to turn an argument into a romantic encounter in minutes! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday181. ———— 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!

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and Andy as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

How can we get back the amazing sex and emotional connection we had when we first met our wives? Where do we go wrong when it comes to exciting our women and igniting their passion? How can we change the direction of our relationship with our spouse when it seems like everything we do is wrong? Karen Brody is a man coach and bestselling author of Open Her: Activate 7 Masculine Powers to Arouse Your Woman's Love & Desire. Karen goes in-depth about how we, as men, lose our power in marriage, how we kill the attraction our wives have for us, and how we can understand our women better than they understand themselves. You will have some major epiphanies during this show as Karen Brody reveals the secret language of your woman's desire. Put this episode on repeat! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/237. ———— 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!

Most of us are busy all the time. We feel stuck and overwhelmed. This is because being busy is not necessarily being productive. Fighting the busyness epidemic starts with setting boundaries and being disciplined about what's most important. Today, we're going to talk about fighting the busyness epidemic with a simple morning ritual that will help you discern what's important to you, set boundaries with yourself and others, and say no to anything that does not serve you. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday180. ———— 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 think that if our marriages take work, something's wrong. Our culture makes love out to be a mystery. We believe we have to be lucky in love to find a happy relationship. Today, we are going to debunk that mindset. There is a methodology to marriage. Mort Fertel is the creator of Marriage Fitness, the most successful marriage crisis program in the world. He tells us that marriage is not something that comes naturally. It's something that must be, and can be, learned. Mort reveals the elements that destroy a marriage and gives us the tools we need to take our parenting and relationship skills to the next level. We also invite listeners to a 30-day challenge that will make effective relationship behaviors a solid habit. Get the secrets to fixing your marriage and more in this episode. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/236. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

The transition from boy to man is an epic time in the lives of our sons. As fathers, it's our job to teach them what it means to be a man as they close the chapter on childhood and embark on the next stage of life as an adult. In recent episodes, I talked about a rite of passage experience I created for my 11-year-old Mason. He hiked with me and the Elite Elevation Dad Edge Mastermind to the top of Mount Quandary in Breckenridge Colorado. I also shared the letter I read to him about The Pillars of Manhood when we reached the summit. Today, Mason is here to share his perspective of what it was like to take on such a tough physical and mental challenge, how he felt among a tribe of men, and the life lessons that he will carry into manhood. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday179. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and Andy as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

For many of us, it's a challenge just to get through the day. We're stuck on the hamster wheel, running as fast as we can to nowhere. Not only do we lack clarity around our paths in life, but we also lack situational awareness when it comes to the daily environment around us. The world is not always a safe place, and complacency is deadly. Today we have Mike Glover on the show. He's an ex-Special Forces soldier, the host of the Modern Mindset 365 Podcast, and the founder of Fieldcraft Survival, where he teaches everyday people how to be prepared for any catastrophic event, accident, or natural disaster. He teaches us modern survival for dads, which includes being empathetic, resilient, and deliberate in our actions. He also talks about how to protect our families and teach our kids what to do when their lives are in danger. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/235. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.