Have you ever asked yourself: When was the last time I stepped outside my comfort zone? How do I make sure I’m intentionally setting a positive example for my kids? Am I encouraging my children to take extra steps? In an era dominated by online interactions and instant applications, it’s easy to think that old-fashioned manners and direct communication have become obsolete. But as this episode of The Dad Edge reveals, those little “extra” steps are exactly what set people apart—in job interviews...
Jul 02, 2025•35 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why does it feel like I'm the only one trying to improve our marriage?" "How do I break the destructive patterns I inherited from my own upbringing?" "What if true change in our relationship starts not with her, but with me?" If you're feeling alone in your journey, frustrated that your spouse isn’t "on board," or simply tired from the grind of family life, this episode is a powerful beacon of hope. Today, Larry Hagner sits down with Gina Trimmer of Revitalized Wom...
Jun 30, 2025•57 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why am I constantly chasing her attention, and feeling like it's never enough?" "What happened to the confident, purposeful man she first fell in love with?" "Can I truly reignite attraction in my marriage by focusing on myself?" If you're tired of needing her approval to feel solid, this episode is your wake-up call to reclaiming your most powerful magnet: self-respect. Welcome back to The Dad Edge Podcast. This is the final episode in our 4-part solo series: The ...
Jun 27, 2025•41 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "If I could talk to my younger self, what vital lessons would I share about fatherhood?" "Is my 'tough guy' exterior actually holding me back from truly connecting with my kids?" "What does it really mean to lead my family with emotional authenticity?" If these questions resonate, get ready for an unfiltered, insight-packed conversation that hits at the very heart of modern fatherhood: modeling emotional openness, prioritizing genuine connection, and reimagining wha...
Jun 25, 2025•57 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "How do I teach my kids true grit without breaking their spirit?" "Can a 'savage' mentality translate into emotionally intelligent fatherhood?" "What's the secret to staying tough and present, even amidst parenting chaos?" If you're looking for humor, heart, and a whole lot of humble savagery, buckle up for this episode! Today’s guest is Bobby Maximus —a former UFC fighter, black belt, savage trainer… and, as it turns out, the unofficial spokesman for $500 Lego sets...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "My wife calls me 'nice,' but why does it feel like a subtle insult?" "Why am I constantly chasing connection, and how do I stop walking on eggshells?" "What does it really mean to lead in my marriage without being controlling?" If you’ve ever felt like, "I don’t even know what happened—she just drifted," this episode is your wake-up call to reclaiming your magnetic masculine presence. Welcome back to The Dad Edge Podcast . This is Week 3 of our 4-part solo series c...
Jun 20, 2025•36 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "If I could go back, what advice would I give my younger self?" "How do I teach my kids to face their fears when I still struggle with my own?" "Is true strength about bottling things up, or asking for help?" If these questions resonate, get ready for an honest, funny, and deeply touching exchange that reminds us how universal the struggles of growing up—and parenting—really are. Today, Larry Hagner and his son Ethan Hagner tackle the ultimate hypothetical: what wou...
Jun 18, 2025•41 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Am I the only man struggling with sexual performance?" "How do media and p*rn warp my expectations about sex?" "What if stress and anxiety are secretly sabotaging my intimacy?" If these questions echo in your mind, get ready for a candid, judgment-free conversation that pulls back the curtain on men's sexual health and confidence. Today, Larry Hagner sits down with Alex Grendi , a sex coach for men whose expertise is rooted in his own personal battles with performa...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "I bring home the check, I do chores... why is my wife still overwhelmed and distant?" "What is this 'mental load' she talks about, and why don't I see it?" "How can I truly partner with her, instead of just 'helping'?" If you've ever caught yourself thinking, "But I am helping!" or "She's upset but I have no idea why," this episode will give you the X-ray vision you've been missing. Because what’s wearing her out isn’t always what’s on your radar—it’s the things yo...
Jun 13, 2025•25 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "How do I teach my kids accountability when I'm not always perfect myself?" "Does admitting my mistakes actually make me a weaker dad?" "What does it truly take to build unbreakable trust with my children?" If these questions resonate, get ready for a raw and honest conversation that dives deep into one of the most vital lessons dads can teach: extreme ownership. Larry Hagner and his son Ethan Hagner share unfiltered stories from their family's journey—moments of fr...
Jun 11, 2025•46 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "How do I truly lead my kids without falling into controlling behaviors?" "Is it possible to have a strong, lasting marriage while staying emotionally connected?" "How do I find purpose and resilience when life throws its biggest curveballs?" If these questions resonate, get ready for a powerful conversation that will challenge and inspire you to lead with greater intention—at home and beyond. Larry Hagner sits down with Jeremy Stalnecker —a Marine Corps veteran, fa...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why does my wife seem so distant, even when we're together?" "Am I feeling more like a roommate than a partner?" "What are the subtle signs our marriage is drifting, before it's too late?" If these questions echo in your mind, today's conversation is a powerful wake-up call to the silent killer of connection. Resentment isn't always loud screaming matches or slammed doors. It’s the creeping silence, the growing disinterest, the widening emotional distance. It’s whe...
Jun 06, 2025•30 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "How do I teach my kids to lead when I'm still figuring it out?" "What does true accountability look like in a family setting?" "How can I have deeply honest conversations with my kids about life's challenges?" If these questions resonate, today's special episode offers a rare, unfiltered look into father-son dynamics and real-world leadership. Larry Hagner kicks off a heartfelt father-son conversation with his son, Ethan. This episode isn’t just about parenting; it...
Jun 04, 2025•49 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why am I so tired, even after a full night's sleep?" "Am I really present for my kids, or just physically there?" "Could my low energy be impacting my marriage and family life?" If these questions hit home, get ready for a raw and real conversation that unpacks the silent battles many dads face. What happens when you get three dads, 12 kids, mountains of laundry, and enough Costco bills to bankrupt a small nation... all together on one podcast? Chaos? Yep. Laughter...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Am I truly supporting my child's unique passions, or just steering them?" "How can I foster real self-confidence and creativity in my kids?" "Is our family calendar too jam-packed to allow for true connection?" If these questions resonate, today's conversation offers a heartwarming and insightful perspective on what children truly need from their fathers. Larry Hagner welcomes the dynamic mother-daughter duo, bestselling author Kelly Corrigan and her daughter, Clai...
May 30, 2025•50 min
Are You Leading Your Kids or Just Bossing Them Around? The Dad Edge Blueprint for True Leadership Ever feel like you're constantly telling your kids what to do, but it's just not sticking? What if there's a more effective way to guide them, one that fosters trust and connection instead of resentment? Today, Larry Hagner dives deep into the heart of true fatherly leadership. Drawing from powerful training and timeless wisdom shared within The Dad Edge Alliance, Larry unpacks the critical differen...
May 28, 2025•54 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Is money a constant source of stress in our family?" "How do we teach our kids financial smarts without being preachy?" "Are we making the right financial moves for our family's future?" If these questions hit home, today's conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating your family's financial journey. Larry Hagner sits down with Sophia Yudkowsky , a seasoned financial planner, who dives into the emotional side of money, the importance of a shared financial vi...
May 26, 2025•57 min
What If Obedience Isn’t the Same as Respect? We all want to raise good kids — respectful, obedient, and successful. But what if obedience is just compliance… no connection? In this episode, I dive deep into the final chapter of Netflix’s Adolescence , and the heartbreaking unraveling of Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy whose silent pain led to tragedy. His father, Eddie, never saw it coming. Why? Because the connection was missing, even though he thought he was doing everything “right.” I open up...
May 23, 2025•24 min
What does it really take for your teenager to trust you with everything? Are you creating a home where your wife feels truly safe to open up? Could a father-son conversation reveal the surprising answers? Today I'm bringing you something truly special: a replay of one of the most meaningful live Q&A sessions I've ever recorded. This one goes way back to 2023, and I had my oldest son, Ethan, who was just 17 at the time (he's 19 now) join me, along with 35 awesome guys from The Dad Edge Allian...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Have you ever achieved your biggest dreams, only to find they leave you feeling empty? What happens when the spotlight fades, and you're left facing the shadows within? Today, Larry Hagner sits down with Michael Gazzo —a platinum DJ, internationally touring musician, and now a transformational coach with a story that's as captivating as his music. From remixing for pop icons like Ariana Grande to rocking global stages, Michael Gazzo seemingly had it all—until he realized external success couldn'...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Ever look at your kids and see echoes of your own struggles? Today, Larry Hagner dives into a powerful and often uncomfortable truth: the unhealed wounds we carry as fathers can cast unseen shadows on our children. Inspired by the Netflix series "Adolescence," this episode unpacks the subtle yet significant ways our unresolved childhood pain impacts our ability to connect with and truly support our kids. Larry uses the story of Eddie and Jamie from "Adolescence" to illustrate how even well-inten...
May 16, 2025•22 min
Are you pulling your hair out trying to motivate your kids? Do chores feel like a constant battle in your house? Is homework a never-ending saga of lollygagging and procrastination for you too? If so, then this episode of The Dad Edge is definitely for you . I'm revisiting one of our most popular Q&A sessions because it’s packed with the kind of crowdsourced wisdom that can really help us crack the code on kid motivation. This Q&A was originally recorded a couple of years back, but the p...
May 14, 2025•47 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why am I not achieving my full potential?" "How can I break free from these negative thought patterns?" "Is it possible to truly manifest the life I desire?" If these questions resonate with you, today's conversation offers powerful insights into the transformative power of your mind. Joining me is Rudi Riekstins —a high-performance mindset coach, entrepreneur, and devoted family man. Together, we dive deep into the incredible influence our thoughts have over every...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 29 min
We often wear busyness like a badge of honor. Providing, building, grinding. But what if all that hustle is costing us the one thing our kids truly need—connection? In this episode, I break down episode three of Netflix’s Adolescence and the subtle ways fathers like Jamie’s dad, Eddie, lose emotional ground with their kids. Not through abuse. Not through neglect. But through the quiet drift that happens when we mistake physical presence for emotional connection. I opened up about a real conversa...
May 09, 2025•19 min
Are you ready to build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship? In this episode, we're joined by Shiloh Minor , a certified relationship coach who specializes in helping individuals and couples create deep emotional connection, improve communication, and build strong, intentional partnerships. Shiloh brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, drawing from her expertise in emotional intelligence, attachment theory, and practical tools for conflict resolution. Her approach is grounded and compass...
May 07, 2025•59 min
Have you ever asked yourself: "Why can't I just stop overthinking?" "Is this constant worrying normal for men?" "How can I quiet the noise in my head and be more present?" If these questions keep you up at night, you're not alone. Today's conversation offers a lifeline to a calmer, more focused mind. Joining me is Dr. Jett Stone —a clinical psychologist, author, and fellow dad. His new book, Quiet Your Mind: A Men’s Guide , unpacks the relentless mental loops of overthinking, worry, and ruminati...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 17 min
What If “I Know My Kid” Isn’t Enough? We all like to think we know our kids. That they’re good. That they’re okay. But what if being “present” isn’t the same as being connected? In this episode, I dive into the gut-wrenching lessons from the hit Netflix series Adolescence, unpacking the story of Jamie Miller — a 13-year-old boy whose silent struggles lead to a heartbreaking tragedy that blindsides his family. I reflect on how even well-meaning, hardworking dads — myself included — can miss the e...
May 02, 2025•26 min
Is your marriage on the brink? Are you ready to give up hope? This episode brings you a powerful story of resilience and the transformative power of community. We delve into Tara and Tim's journey, a couple who stared divorce in the face and found a path back to each other. For over 20 years, Tara and Tim Katzman walked the line between love and separation. But in 2023, Tim made a life-changing decision: he stepped into the Dad Edge Boardroom. What followed was a remarkable turnaround that prove...
Apr 30, 2025•56 min
Are you staring at your marriage wondering where the spark went? Do you feel more like roommates than lovers? Or are you sensing a drift, unsure how to change course? You're not alone, and this episode offers a raw and honest look at reigniting connection. Joining us is John Kim , the no-holds-barred therapist known as The Angry Therapist . A bestselling author and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, John has built a career on his unapologetically real approach to relationships. His latest b...
Apr 28, 2025•42 min
How often do we wait for motivation to show up—especially when it comes to our kids? I’ve been there too, thinking it would just "hit me" when the time was right. But here’s what life has taught me: real motivation isn’t found; it’s built through action. In this episode, I’m getting real about what motivation actually looks like when you’re a dad. I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how my teenage son challenged me to step way outside my comfort zone — all the way to a bodybuilding stage....
Apr 25, 2025•19 min
