The Dad Whisperer Podcast
Helping Dads Become Heroes
Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield
Show overview
The Dad Whisperer Podcast has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 275 episodes. That works out to roughly 110 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 26 min and 35 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Kids & Family show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 10 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2018, with 46 episodes published. Published by Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield.
From the publisher
It’s a joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts. With 30 years of experienced as a licensed professional counselor with a PhD in Psychology and over 40 years working directly with teens and adult women, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.
Latest Episodes
View all 275 episodesWhen Things Fall Apart: A Dad’s Path for Leading the Way Back Through Repair (Interview with Dr. Curt Thompson)
Walking with Your Daughter Through Loss (Interview with Jonathan Pitts)
Ep 273Raising a Gender Confident Daughter (Interview with Dr. Kathy Koch)
In this day and age, the conversations around gender identity can be challenging, often leading dads to avoid having them with their daughters. This is why I’ve invited Dr. Kathy Koch to join me again today to share her wisdom on how you as a dad can raise a gender confident daughter.
Ep 272Six Discoveries to Activate GirlDad Awesomeness (Interview with Jeff Zaugg)
Hi Dads...I’m excited to be joined for the second time on The Dad Whisperer Podcast by a return guest who is a great friend, Jeff Zaugg, founder of DADAWESOME. Our conversation today is centered around insights he shares in his new book as we focus on “6 Discoveries to Activate GirlDad Awesomeness.” Jeff is a GirlDad to four young daughters, and you’ll be inspired and motivated as he leads the way in championing dads to step in to their God-given calling to dial in and love intentionally.
How a Dad Can Lead His Daughter to Know She’s Loved by Her Heavenly Father (Interview with Rick Altizer)
On The Dad Whisperer Podcast today I’m excited to be talking with my friend Rick Altizer, the director of a FANTASTIC movie that will be in theaters nationwide next week for two days only on March 17 & 18 titled, “HE CALLS ME DAUGHTER.” This is a film about the power of a father in a daughter’s life…with heart-wrenching stories coupled with hope, redemption and healing. This is a move you definitely want to see and Rick will give you the inside scoop as you listen in to our conversation!
Ep 270Finding Your Way with a Wayward Daughter (Interview with Gary Wilkerson)
Today on The Dad Whisperer I’m joined by Gary Wilkerson, president of World Challenge and son of David Wilkerson (who wrote, “The Cross and the Switchblade”). He vulnerably shares about being a public figure while navigating the journey with a wayward daughter. If you need a story of HOPE and RESTORATION, you'll love hearing Gary share about his daughter Annie as they’re now "on the other side after walking through good and bad times.”
Ep 269Learning to Hear God’s Voice Changes How You Hear Your Daughter’s Voice (Interview with Santosh Swamidass)
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend Santosh Swamidass who is a GirlDad to 5 daughters! He shares what he believes is the #1 MOST POWERFUL GIFT he can give his daughters----which is learning to hear the voice of God so he can better hear their voices. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow in learning to God’s voice, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
Ep 268Be the First to Lead and Love and the First to Forgive
Hey Dads…If you’re ready to set a new rhythm here in January that will carry throughout the year, you’ll be inspired and challenged today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast with 21 practical ways to BE THE FIRST TO LEAD AND LOVE….and the FIRST TO FORGIVE. Here’s your invitation to join Dr. Michelle as your personal coach while she supports you in your goals as a GirlDad!
Ep 267Seeing, Loving and Connecting: A Dad’s Guide to a Deeper Bond with His Daughter (Interview with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith)
Hi Dad…Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, an internal medicine physician, author, international speaker, spiritual mentor and coach who is dedicated to restoring mental, physical, and spiritual well-being to those under her care. You will glean from her practical wisdom in understanding more about your daughter’s longing to be seen, loved, and connected. Join us to learn practical ways to invest in her with more precision as this new year gets underway.
Ep 266What You Need to Succeed in Decoding Your Daughter
Hey Dad, have you ever wished you had a decoding handbook for better understanding your daughter? If so, you’re going to love starting out this new year with fresh insights on how to SUCCEED IN DECODING YOUR DAUGHTER. Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m sharing practical action steps you can take to set a strong course for 2026 as you commit to being the best dad you can be!
Ep 265HEART Fathering: The Emotive Side of Being a GirlDad (Interview with Dr. Ken Canfield)
For the last episode of the year, I invited my husband, Dr. Ken Canfield, to join me today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast to talk about how dads can be more intentional as you seek to end 2025 strong with your girls. Ken will be highlighting his book, The Heart of a Father, where he brings together research and practical skills for being a dialed-in dad. He’ll share about the emotive side of being a GirlDad using the acronym H.E.A.R.T., and I truly believe you’ll love hearing from him as he shares his HEART with you!
Ep 264Parent Differently: Raising Daughters with Character That Changes Culture (Interview with Dr. Kathy Koch)
If you’ve listened to The Dad Whisperer Podcast for any length of time, you recognize the name, Dr. Kathy Koch. She’s one of my all-time favorite guests who is back today for the 3rd time! Dad, if you desire to raise your daughter with character that changes culture, you’ll want to listen in to this conversation because Dr. Kathy will give you even more input on how to do just that. This is one you don’t want to miss!
Ep 263A Dad's Guide to Talking to his Daughter about AI (Interview with Steele Billings)
Hi Dad…If you’ve ever felt lost in knowing how to lead your daughter to navigate the tricky world of AI, you’re going to LOVE hearing today from fellow GirlDad, Steele Billings, on The Dad Whisperer Podcast. Steele is the Chief AI Officer at Gloo and you’ll not only learn about AI from his professional vantage point, but he also shares personal stories about how he’s leading his young daughter through this complex maze. Join us today!
Ep 262Conquer the ONE THING That’s Defeating You as a Dad (Interview with Karl Clauson)
Hey Dads, today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast we’re joined by a return guest who is a powerhouse of insight and energy…Karl Clauson! He’ll be talking about how to conquer the ONE THING that’s defeating you as a dad. If you need encouragement, honesty, bold truth, and support, you’ll LOVE hearing what my friend Karl has to share with you in this very important conversation.
Ep 261Healing Father Wounds: A Process of Forgiveness
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, I’m talking to EVERYONE---dads and daughters alike. Whether you’re a dad with your own father wounds or a daughter who’s wrestling through yours, these principles for naming the injuries and walking through a process of forgiveness is universal. I invite you to listen in if you or someone you know needs a template for healing.
Ep 2606 Steps to Identifying and Finding Wisdom in Your Wounds (Interview with Tony Miltenberger)
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m thrilled to welcome back my friend, pastor and author, Tony Miltenberger, for Part 2 on finding wisdom in our wounds. Tony is a GirlDad himself who coaches men in executive leadership settings across the country and today he’s giving us 6 STEPS TO IDENTIFYING OUR WOUNDS with a road map to move towards healing.
Ep 259How Your Wounds Influence Your Fathering Leadership (Interview with Tony Miltenberger)
Hey Dad…I know you want to be the best father you can be to your daughter and yet we all know that when we get triggered, our best intentions get sidelined. Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend, pastor and author, Tony Miltenberger, who unpacks ways that wounds influence fathering leadership with steps for proactive healing.
Ep 258How Biblical Masculinity Informs and Motivates Fathers (Interview with Dr. Zach Clinton)
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend, Dr. Zach Clinton, VP of the AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors), an organization I've had the privilege of partnering with for many years. Zach has a passion for speaking life into men and has reached thousands across the country with his powerful message about what biblical masculinity looks like in action. If you’re a dad who needs encouragement and more input about leading your daughter spiritually, you’ll love this conversation!
Ep 257Family Estrangement is Real: When You and Your Daughter are Distanced (Interview with Sandra Allen Lovelace)
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, I’m joined by an expert in addressing family estrangement, Sandra Allen Lovelace. With over three decades as a trauma-informed life coach, Sandra speaks and writes on unmasking overwhelm when it comes to messy interpersonal relationships within families. If you’re in a place of relational distance with your daughter and need hope, we invite you to join our conversation.