We're back! Brandon & Tommy talk to the leaders of Crossroads Fathers Group (Eastside) about their vision for what Fathers Group will look like and why you should join us.
www.crossroads.net/fathersoncamp Today we have our friends Aaron, Tim, and Brian on to talk about an event coming up called Father Son camp We talk about what it is, what you can expect if you go (both logistically and relationally), and why it is worth the investment of your time, comfort, and money. If you want a better relationship with your son, or want just feel called to invest in a kid that you serve as a father-figure, there is no better opportunity. When: June 3-5 Kids Ages: 7 thru 17 S...
In this episode we talk with our friend Allen about his family's journey through the adoptions process. Jonny Furlough also rejoins us to this one. This also happens to be the last episode for a bit while we take a little bit of a break. Shout out to Kala Coffee House in Mason, OH that helped Allen and his family. kalacoffeehouse.com
This week we talk with our friend Mark on the topic of video games. We talk about our own gaming experiences as well as what it means to parent in the days of connected games.
In this episode we talk with Mellissa Lea, an expert in the field of Learning Disabilities who also happens to be Tommy's sister. We talk about what to do if you suspect your child may be struggling with an LD We talk about the different types of LDs (dyslexia, ADHD, etc...) Tommy also goes into his own story around his own Learning Disability.
This week you get a look inside my brain in n attempt to make a point about doing your best with what you have vs wishing you had more. Brandon did not really understand or follow, but maybe you can. We also talk about some of the unwritten rules of the mens room that we need to teach our boys.
Kids - Spouse - Faith - Work - Friends/Community - Self Life is about choices. Choices are about Priorities. What do you want them to be? What are you actually living?
In this Episode we say goodbye (hopefully he comes back as a guest) to Johnny. Talk about our favorite episodes and the ones that we need to re-do. We also talk about the future of the pod. Credit- Outro Mustic By JAX with a song titled "Like My Father"
It's been a while, so we take some time to catch up and talk about the summer that has been so far. Our lack of rhythms and routines and how that has affected us.
In this episode we talk about fear and anxiety, and how it affects us. How we view it and how it’s different for everyone. We also do a quick recap of Crossroads Father-Son camp that John and Tommy got to experience with their sons.
Today we talk about Fathers Day What it means to us, best gifts, and even a little grass cutting controversy.
In this episode, we talk about mentors. They always sound like a good idea, yet they are something that takes work and intentionality. We also try to pay tribute to the fallen as we recorded this one on Memorial Day itself.
This week we talk with our good friend Greg Sizemore. He talks about both the need for true relationships as well as some tips on how to create them. This is a Must Listen / Must Share episode. Greg's wisdom and experience can help anyone that hears this. I dare anyone to listen and not come out feeling inspired.
Talking about sex with your kids is as uncomfortable as it is talking about it on a Podcast, but here we are... Talking to your kids about sex is important because if not you, then who? We try to bring up everything in this one, from Sex itself, to when to talk about it with kids, to sexting and everything else we could think of. No right answers, only thought and questions...
Like it or not, you are leading your kids right now. How good of a job are you doing? What does it look like to do a good job. Those are some of the questions that we dive into on this episode of JDP.
In this episode we talk about the craziness that has been this spring. Is everything getting back to normal? And is that a good thing? Plus don't forget that Mother's Day is coming...
At some point in every man/boy's life, they transition from boyhood problems to adult problems and decisions. How do we as Fathers help our sons through that process? This episode we talk with our friend Joe who created a workshop devoted to helping father create an experience for their sons that marks their transition from boyhood to manhood. Let him help you give your son a "rite of passage" When is the right age? How do you do it? Why is it important? If you would like more information please...
This is just a little preview of what you can expect from listening to the Just Dads Podcast. Come and hang out with us as we talk about the different aspects of being a father, husband, and man in this crazy world. We try not to lecture or talk like we have all the answers, but rather as just guys who have been through some of these things and screwed a bunch up along the way. We believe in the power of being intentional and doing life with other men.
Spring has sprung and it got us thinking about a little spring cleaning, which them led us to talking about chores for kids...
Easter Traditions On this episode we talk about some of the good and bad traditions around the Easter Holiday.
Doug and Kacie Bryant are a fun dynamic couple that come on the show to tell their powerful story of Faith, Forgiveness, Healing, and Redemption. Unfaithfulness would break most marriages, but but that doesn't have to be your story. I hope that their story inspires you to work harder today so that you don't need to go through what they went through, as well as give hope if you may be going through something similar. You can find Kacie on Social media @KacieFBryant...
New dads today are doing things differently than we did things which is different than how our parents did things. It’s not about being right or wrong, but thought we would go into some of the generational differences.
This ep is mostly just the 3 of us hanging out. We go through the guest questions and answer what our favorite vacation was.
I don’t know if we said anything right in this episode, but we felt it important to be authentic and talk about the tragedy that happened at our daughters’ school. It may just have been therapy for us. I’d just encourage you to talk to your kids and talk to other men in your life. Make sure your kids know that suicidal thoughts from friends or from themselves are not secrets they can or should ever keep. Sorry for the heavy topic...
Twins are fascinating and scary at the same time. In this episode we talk with Dr Paul, the lead signer of Sadbox (who gives us our intro music) who happens to have two sets of twins!
New fathers, this one's for you. This episode we talk with Justin, father of two young ones to give us a taste of what it's like being a new father.
Valentines Day is coming... What makes you feel loved? Want to understand how the people in your life actually receive love from you? We use the book 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman as a framework for the discussion. Words of Affirmation - Physical Touch - Gifts - Quality Time - Acts of Service
What's it like to be a teacher today? We explore that with our friend Bill MacFarland on today's episode.
What are some things to think about as our parents continue to mature? Tommy's father-in-law Rich Arnold comes in to talk about some things that we should think about as we jump into these conversations.
Is there a difference in raising boys vs raising girls?
