DadAwesome

As a rookie dad, Taylor Doolittle has endless encouragement for other dads in his shoes. In this episode, he emphasizes the value of running after God, pursuing your wife, and enjoying every season with your kids. His vivid analogies will inspire you to make intentional choices as a husband, father, and friend to create the life you want to live.      Key Takeaways   Every season with your kids is...

After spending 13 years climbing the corporate ladder, Kyle Depiesse was burnt out and knew he needed a change. He certainly didn't have everything figured out, but he took a single step that the Lord used to guide him towards bigger and better experiences than he could have imagined. In this episode, Kyle shares the stories and advice that shaped his life—and his adventurous parenting style.     ...

As a business owner and father to six, Jordan Stone has plenty of reasons to let busyness consume him. But he's learned the power of slowing down, being present, and creating room in his agenda for how God wants to use him. With real-life examples and practical tips, Jordan Stone will inspire you to rethink the concepts of legacy, ownership, provision, and more.      Key Takeaways   God may have a...

As a husband and father, Ben Serpell has been tempted by passivity plenty of times. It was only after confronting certain fears that he was able to begin living with full power. In this episode, he shares practical examples of how to set a high standard of love in your home. Plus, you'll learn why "winning vs losing" is the wrong mindset and how a learner's approach will help you extract more wisd...

Mike Gallagher's life changed forever when he and his wife adopted a child. Already the parents of three biological children, they stepped out in faith to meet a need that many people try to ignore. Now, Mike shares how every dad can get involved in reaching the 100+ million children globally without a permanent place to call home.   Key Takeaways   Help your children build dependency on Jesus by...

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Jeff Zaugg shares powerful stories of God's faithfulness to the DadAwesome community and ministry. From global impact to huge fundraising milestones and everything in between, Jeff focuses on gratitude and remembrance for all God has done in recent years. Plus, he shares the exciting vision for the next phase of DadAwesome.      Key Takeaways   When you lean i...

This episode revisits a profound conversation with Ken Helser. He shares timeless fatherhood wisdom about enjoying intimate time with God, making dreams a reality, and raising children who can become your best friends.    Key Takeaways   You're most blessed when you're most in need of God.  The enemy's greatest strategy against you will always be miscommunication.  Focus on raising kids you can be...

What's holding dads back from viewing fatherhood as a gift? In this episode, Banning Liebscher tackles some of the most complex obstacles dads face. With joyful reflection and practical advice, Banning will inspire you to approach parenting with a purpose.      Key Takeaways   Master being self-aware and others-aware.  The danger for dads is not a lack of activity; it's activity that is not going...

Five years ago, Carlos Whittaker joined us on the DadAwesome podcast. A lot has changed since then. With a new perspective of launching his children into the world, Carlos is here to ask the hard-hitting questions. He'll inspire you to become a father who knows how to be, see, and free.    Key Takeaways   No app can replace the love and connection you provide your child.  What are you using to med...

Last week, Brian Stites went to be with the Lord. His life was a walking testament of how men can show up as engaged, front yard fathers. Despite facing some of the hardest challenges, Brian continued to trust God and walk in faith. In his memory, here are ten things that were true about Brian that every dad can strive toward.    Key takeaways   He was serving others. He joined other men around a...

It's the 300th episode of DadAwesome! In celebration of this milestone, check out these 90+ practical takeaways from 30+ fathers in all walks of life. Thank you for being part of the DadAwesome community.    Key Takeaways - please register to recieve the DAD NOTES: https://www.dadawesome.org/300   Featured Guests   From pastors and authors to CEOs and beyond, these 30+ male voices capture the chal...

John Eldredge recently returned from a sabbatical where he discovered deeper truths about God's love and plans for us. Now, he's imparting his wisdom about how to experience healing, joy, and adventure amid the challenges of life.    Key Takeaways   The world is focused on distraction and sedation. Walk daily into the center of your pain, linger, and Jesus will meet you there.  You need help recei...

Dr. Jackson Drumgoole combines passion and practical strategies in this episode. With his F3 and D3 methods, you can help your child identify their gifts and launch them into the world for success.     Key Takeaways   Be the loudest voice in your child's ears.  Help your kids find, follow, and finish their God-given purpose.  Help them discover, develop, and deploy their gifts to the world Lead wh...

Alex Burton once asked his trusted friends a vulnerable question: "What do you see in my life that I'm not seeing?" Their honest responses shifted his outlook on his marriage and parenting. Now, he's here to share the valuable lessons that helped him experience more joy and grow closer to God and his family.    Key Takeaways   God is always listening.  Be generous with joy bombs.  "What do you see...

In the second part of our conversation, Gaelin Elmore describes the spiritual awakening he experienced in his journey through professional sports. He also shares the lessons he learned by walking away from the things he idolized in order to be all-out for God.   Key Takeaways   There is an internal conflict between following the real Savior and the things you thought would save you. Be all-out for...

Episode Description Gaelin Elmore's childhood experiences included foster care, homelessness, and abuse. Now a father of two young girls, he reflects on how his past shaped his parenting and shares what other dads need to know about stepping up for children in foster care.    Key Takeaways   Children naturally give you grace.  You don't have to minimize what you've gone through.  Children in foste...

After 52 years of marriage, Roger Thompson has learned a thing or two about how to have a thriving relationship. In this episode, he shares his powerful tactic for keeping his marriage strong. Plus, he urges young dads to reconsider the way they prioritize their children's activities.    Key Takeaways   You often don't know who you are until someone else tells you who you are.  Get one ahead every...

For Roger Thompson, discipling other men is life-giving. Between his father's salvation story and his own childhood, Roger has experienced the empowering nature of brotherhood firsthand. In the first part of this conversation, he highlights the role of endurance and fortitude to encourage you in your fatherhood climb.    Key Takeaways   God is reparenting us.  Your investment into brotherhood will...

In the second part of this campfire conversation, Jeff, Joe, Tyler, and Dago discuss fatherhood models, top resource recommendations, and advice for rookie dads. They conclude with powerful intercessory prayer for other fathers in the DadAwesome community.    Key Takeaways   Learn how to learn from the wisdom of others.  Pray generational blessings over your children, grandchildren, great-grandchi...

In this conversation, four fathers sit around a campfire to discuss all things fatherhood. You'll be inspired and equipped to live out your family values, lead by example, and engage in significant spiritual conversations within your brotherhood.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaways   Identify your family values, define them, and create "I will" statements based on your defi...

Jeff Zaugg steps behind the microphone in this episode to share his personal fatherhood journey and how he adds adventure and intentionality to the dad life. Interviewed by Dr. Michelle Canfield Watson, Jeff shares powerful encouragement and insights for fathers in any stage of parenting.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaways   Tell your children you love being their dad.  Ch...

As a father of seven, Moses Ehambe's passion and energy is remarkable. His message will inspire and equip you to elevate every area of your life by pursuing excellence and finding a brotherhood that will support you.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaways   You need an Aaron and a Hur to hold up your hands on your fatherhood journey.  Visualize yourself giving your problems to...

Before Lisa Max was a parenting coach or ministry director, she walked her own journey of brokenness. She experienced a childhood of hurt and later witnessed her own children face the emotional pain she had once endured. However, God redeemed her family's story. In this episode, she provides fathers with tangible wisdom and practical solutions to walk in authority and partner with the Holy Spirit...

Jeremy Pryor is back in Part 2 of this conversation to share how dads can create intentional spaces in their home for meaningful family memories. He also encourages fathers to carry the spirit of Elijah by loving and zealously defending the multigenerational family.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaways   Your house is a theme park for the values of your family.  The spirit o...

 Jeremy Pryor once wondered what would happen if parents, rather than aiming to ensure their children's happiness, aimed to raise children that would be great parents to the third generation. Now, as a grandfather himself, Jeremy is witnessing the rewards of multigenerational family bonds firsthand and teaching others how to create the same.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaw...