How are mobile devices affecting our physical and mental health? How are they affecting our relationships? In this age of constant internet connection, we are facing an epidemic of living inside our phones instead of with the real live people in front us. In this short episode, I talk about four reasons why spending too much time on your phone is harmful and what The Dad Edge Alliance is doing to set boundaries for screen time. For the show notes and special links mentioned in this episode, CLIC...
Oct 19, 2017•13 min
Today, I have an awesome return guest on to talk about ADHD and ADD. Peter Shankman’s new book, Faster Than Normal, is the number one new release on Amazon. He is back to help us uncover the secrets of ADHD and give us alternatives to medication. This is a huge topic for our generation, being fathers, and the next generation, which is our own kids. We undoubtedly have the most medicated children in history, but whether you or your child have ADHD or not, you will get a lot out of this show! For ...
Oct 16, 2017•37 min
When the kids are born, men focus on being a father. We cannot falter in our role as a provider and protector. Our spouses focus on being mothers, which is a twenty-four-hour, seven-days-a-week job. Our marriages inevitably suffer, but many parents feel guilty for leaving the kids. On today’s short episode, I’m going share my personal experience and why you need to leave the kids behind and spend some time getting to know your spouse again. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode ...
Oct 12, 2017•10 min
Today we have Omar Pinto, host and founder of the wildly popular SHAIR Podcast. SHAIR stands for Sharing Helps Addicts in Recovery. He’s part of our Dad Edge Alliance and he’s also a friend. Today he shares the heart-wrenching story of the son he had to give up. He also takes us through his insane addiction to cocaine and alcohol, and how he not only survived, but transformed into one of the most well-known voices in recovery today. This is a special episode you will not forget! For the show not...
Oct 09, 2017•1 hr 36 min
One of the most common conflicts that can destroy a family is an unstable system of discipline. Often, one spouse gives into a kid and undermines the other's authority. When this happens on a regular basis, children can learn who is the 'yes' parent and who is the 'no' parent and begin to play the mother and father against each other. How can we avoid these destructive dynamic even if we don't agree with our partner's discipline? Find out in this episode. For the show notes and links mentioned i...
Oct 05, 2017•11 min
If you have preteens or teenagers, this show is for you. Even if your kids are still young, you will need this information to prepare for the future. The teenage years are a critical time for us to bond with our children so that they will be empowered to make the right choices in life. Josh Shipp , “The Teen Whisperer,” is here to give us a guide to dealing with difficult teens. You don’t miss this invaluable advice! For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE ....
Oct 02, 2017•1 hr 25 min
Talking about money with your spouse is always tricky. This is why we avoid it at all costs, but that only leads to more tension because spending issues go unresolved. But, when we come together with our spouses about finances, it’s a beautiful thing. We have more intimacy in the relationship and we are happier when we succeed in reaching financial and family goals together. Today I’m going to highlight a discussion we had in the Dad Edge Alliance with financial guru and Your Income, Your Life a...
Sep 28, 2017•20 min
So often, when we confront obstacles, whether in work or at home, we want the map. We want the how-to guide to solving the problem. Today we have former Navy SEAL and author of Unbreakable: A Navy SEAL's Way of Life, Thom Shea, to tell us why searching for the how-to is a waste of time and how to commit to our goals the Navy SEAL way. Buckle your seatbelts, tie your shoes, because you’re really going to enjoy this show! For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE ....
Sep 25, 2017•1 hr
Everyone on the internet seems to be talking about finding your life's purpose, or finding your why . Your why is supposed to be your moral compass. It keeps you motivated and on track, but today we're going to totally deconstruct that idea. I have a clip from a guest speaker we had in our Dad Edge Alliance, Thom Shea. He’s a retired navy SEAL instructor and author of the book Unbreakable: A Navy SEAL's Way of Life. Tom gives us examples of why finding your life's purpose won't get you very far ...
Sep 21, 2017•20 min
Would you climb to the top of Kilimanjaro in 30-degree weather wearing nothing but boots, shorts, and a knit cap? Today’s guest did it and he wrote the book on it. We have NY Times bestselling author of What Doesn’t Kill Us, Scott Carney to tell us why he put his body through such extremes and why we all should step out of our physical comfort zones for better health, mental resilience, and disease resistance. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE ....
Sep 18, 2017•1 hr 8 min
I'm going to talk about an issue most dads face on a daily basis–losing our temper. What do you do when you tell your son or daughter to do something over and over again and they just won't listen? Usually we get frustrated and angry. We begin to raise our voice, but this doesn't give us the respect we want. Today I'm going to share a secret I learned from a mentor on how to get your kid to listen without yelling. For the show notes and links to The Dad Edge Facebook page and The Dad Edge Allian...
Sep 14, 2017•11 min
In this episode, Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman turns the tables and puts Good Dad Project creator and host Larry Hagner in the spotlight. Learn all about the humble beginnings of The Good Dad Project and what it's like to interview amazing guests. You'll also hear about Larry's mastermind groups, how he balances work and family, and why he hates his first name. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Sep 11, 2017•57 min
As children, we have mentors for every aspect of our lives. Our parents mentored us from the moment we were born. Our teachers served as mentors for each of the subjects we studied. Our coaches were our mentors when we played school sports. But as adults we are left on our own. We think we know all we need to know. We stop learning and stop growing. Today's episode is a clip from a live Q & A session we had in The Dad Edge Alliance with baseball legend Todd Stottlemyre . He drops a wisdom bo...
Sep 07, 2017•9 min
David Henzel is a radically successful entrepreneur whose calling is to help people live happier lives. Most of us are trying to achieve a work life balance, but we tend to end up overwhelmed and stressed out. Our relationships with our family may be difficult or unfulfilling, but rarely do we give the same attention to detail to our home life as we do to our business. This show is about managing our happiness by applying business success principles to your family life. For the show notes and li...
Sep 04, 2017•1 hr 12 min
If you’ve been thinking of the idea of whether to give up alcohol, now's the time to do it. We're doing a September 30-Day no alcohol challenge on both the free Dad Edge Facebook group and the Dad Edge Alliance membership group. By making a commitment to quit drinking together, we will have the support and accountability we need to succeed. Post your challenges and successes in our groups. We want to hear when it’s hard. We want to hear about the changes you see in your life. Help and inspire ot...
Aug 31, 2017•10 min
Ruari Fairbairns from One Year No Beer is back to share his story and his relationship with alcohol before and after he gave it up. In this episode, you’ll learn how giving up alcohol will revolutionize your life mentally, physically, and socially. You will also be given the tools you need to control your drinking with confidence and inspire people around you. For the show notes and special offers mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Aug 28, 2017•1 hr 11 min
Dr. Robert Glover, author of No More Mr. Nice Guy, dropped some knowledge bombs on us in our last episode. He also did a live Q & A with our Dad Edge Alliance membership group. Today you will hear a clip of highlights from the call itself as Dr. Robert Glover expands on why nice guys don't get their needs met. For show notes and the exclusive links in this episodes CLICK HERE .
Aug 24, 2017•11 min
Why are we not getting our needs met when we seem to be going out of our way for everyone? Dr. Robert Glover talks to us today about Nice Guy Syndrome and why it's actually not so nice for you and for those around you. This show will change everything you thought you knew about being Mr. Nice Guy. For show notes and the special links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Aug 21, 2017•1 hr 11 min
In this week's Thursday Throwdown, I'm following up on my show Why It’s Time to Do Epic Shit TODAY. I got a great response from that episode. Listeners have been posting pictures of the epic things they are doing with their kids and tagging it with #DoEpicShit. Sharing amazing experiences with our family doesn't have to be complicated. Hikes, camping in the back yard, getting pedicures with daughters–we just need to step out of the normal routine and connect to make a lasting memory. Today I tal...
Aug 17, 2017•12 min
Mike Flynn is the host of the Impact Entrepreneur podcast and is here to tell us how to tap into peak performance on a daily basis by using the P.E.A.K. system. He also answers some heavy questions from Dad Edge Alliance members. Get ready to achieve your desired reality! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Aug 14, 2017•1 hr 14 min
We talked about how fatherhood is leadership in the last episode of GDP. We also want to instill these leadership skills in our children. Telling them how to be leaders is not nearly as effective as leading by example. Today we're going to outline four ways to show your kids what it means to be a leader.For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Aug 10, 2017•16 min
We had high performance coach and TEDx speaker Devon Brandison on the show way back in the beginning of GDP. Almost 100 episodes later, Devon is back to explain how fatherhood is leadership on so many levels – in our homes and in our communities. He also talks about how to live life to the fullest without burning out and how to control our thoughts so we can control the emotions that are holding us back. This interview is full of heavy-hitting wisdom. Make sure you take notes. For the show notes...
Aug 07, 2017•1 hr 13 min
Today's episode is all about mindset. As parents, most of us are praising our kids in a harmful way and we don't even know it. We have the best intentions, but we are actually setting them up for disaster. In this episode, I outline four examples of how NOT to praise your kid and one example of how to encourage them in a way that cultivates a growth mindset. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Aug 03, 2017•13 min
Finances are a touchy subject that stresses the hell out of all of us. It can especially affect our relationships. Almost one out of every two marriages end in divorce, sixty percent of which are due to financial stress. For most dads, our main goal is to pay off our home mortgage. This seems impossible. How can we pay of a thirty-year mortgage in a matter of years? Today we have Andy Hill from MarriageKidsandMoney.com to tell us how he is paying off his mortgage in less than five years. For the...
Jul 31, 2017•58 min
Most of us men live isolated lives because we feel it’s noble, selfless, and the right thing to do. We pay most of our attention to two things – our family and our jobs. When it comes to relationships with other men, we don’t have them. In this week's Thursday Throwdown, I talk about why it's time to end this social isolation epidemic among men. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Jul 27, 2017•13 min
Today we have a treat for you. We're interviewing former pro football player Thomas Williams who's played for the Jaguars, the Seahawks, the Patriots, the Bills, and the Panthers. Listen as he takes us from overcoming his troubled childhood, to achieving his NFL dream, to using a career-ending injury as the jump-off point to the relentless pursuit of greatness. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Jul 24, 2017•1 hr 3 min
Are you waiting for the perfect time or place to start doing things you dreamed of? Are you waiting to save enough money, reach a certain age, or feel a certain way to step out of your routine and start making amazing memories? Today's Thursday Throwdown is all about why you need to start doing epic shit TODAY. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Jul 20, 2017•13 min
The diagnoses of kids with ADHD is at an all-time high. How do we raise them the best we possibly can so they can be the best versions of who they’re meant to be? Author, speaker, and parenting coach Brian King is here to give us a workable strategy guide for parenting ADHD kids. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Jul 17, 2017•49 min
Most of us never read our entire insurance policy.Even if we did, would we understand it? How do we know if we have the best policy for our homes, assets, and automobiles? Do we know how much insurance we really need to cover ourselves in the event of a catastrophe? And how do we protect ourselves from lawsuits, accidents, and identity theft? On today's Thursday Throwdown, I have Dan "The Insurance Man" Luigs to talk about areas we may have overlooked in our insurance coverage. For the show note...
Jul 13, 2017•27 min
John Williams is the founder of a non-profit organization called Life That Counts. He shares his story of childhood adversity and talks about how he is raising his two boys, how he keeps his marriage on point, and what amazing things he is doing in the world. For the show notes and links mentioned in this episode CLICK HERE .
Jul 10, 2017•57 min
