Dad Tired

In this episode, Jerrad talks with Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, the co-founders of Dwell, about parenting, anxiety, and what happens when the Word of God becomes your lifeline. They share how Scripture memory moved from a discipline to a daily rescue, especially in seasons of doubt, fear, and deep need. What You’ll hear: • Why kids need more than protection — they need truth • What happens whe...

In this episode, Jerrad is joined by Chris and Kaleb to answer questions submitted by listeners. From God’s view on divorce to judgment day and denominational confusion, they take on topics that matter deeply but are rarely discussed with honesty. They also tackle the tension in marriage when one spouse feels “touched out,” and how respect, sex, and spiritual leadership all intersect. What You’ll...

In this episode, Jerrad shares a personal story that started with a haircut and ended in conviction. What began as a lighthearted moment with his son turned into a  reflection on anger, joy, and what kind of father he’s becoming. It’s about  how our family feels the weight of what we carry. What You’ll  Hear: • Why joy is a fruit, not a feeling • How sin, stress, and selfishness rob your joy • Why...

Joey Odom, co-founder of RO, joins Jerrad to talk about how smartphones are quietly changing homes. He shares his own story of missing his son’s first goal while looking down at his phone , and how that moment changed everything. They talk about addiction, distraction, and why putting down your phone might be the most important thing you do as a dad. What You’ll hear: • How phones are affecting yo...

Ben Roethlisberger joins Jerrad Lopes to talk about parenting, marriage, and identity.  Ben Roethlisberger is a two-time Super Bowl champion and former quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He shares what it’s been like to go from the field to full-time dad. They talk about discipline, presence, and how to lead your home. What You’ll hear : • Why your kids need consistency more than perfection...

In this episode, Jerrad sits down with Bobby Cooley, pastor and co-founder of Empowered Homes.  They talk about father wounds, identity, and what every man needed to hear growing up. Bobby shares his story of abuse, neglect, and redemption. They also discuss how your view of God is shaped by your dad, what to do with the pain you carry, and how to stop passing it on. What You’ll hear: • Why many m...

 In this episode, Chris shares a parenting moment from the playground. A small conflict led to big questions about fairness, hurt, and how to respond. He talks about how to walk with your kids through these moments in a way that builds strength, not just comfort.  What You’ll Hear: • Why injustice can be a teaching moment • How to lead your child through hurt without rescuing too soon • What it me...

In this episode, Jerrad challenges dads to rethink what it means to be the prophet of their home. It’s not just about what you say. It’s about what you live. He walks through three simple but powerful ways men can lead their families in truth without needing to talk all the time. What You’ll hear: • Why your kids watch your life more than your words • How the prophet role includes teaching and res...

 In this episode, Jerrad continues the series on what makes a healthy man. He focuses on friendship and fitness. He shares how isolation nearly destroyed his marriage. He also talks about why real friends matter and how caring for your body shapes your leadership.  What You’ll hear : • How isolation leads to dark places • Why most men already have the friend they need • What it means to be the lig...

In this episode, Jerrad continues his focus on what makes a man healthy. He talks about two areas many men overlook: silence and sleep. Jerrad shares why most men avoid silence, how rest shapes the soul, and what it looks like to stop numbing out and start dealing with what’s really going on inside. What You’ll hear: • Why silence reveals what’s under the surface • How busyness and distraction kee...

In this episode, Jerrad helps men think through where they are in their walk with Jesus. He walks through five stages of spiritual growth, from spiritual death to spiritual parenthood, and challenges you to assess your maturity. This is a practical and honest look at what it means to grow up in faith. What You’ll Hear: • Why Jesus' final words matter for every man • How to know if you're stuck in...

In this episode, Jerrad talks with poet, teacher, and apologist Preston Perry. Preston shares how one man changed his life by living out the gospel, not just preaching it. They talk about discipleship, evangelism, and why showing someone your life may matter more than what you say. What You’ll hear: • How Preston came to faith through real discipleship • Why Gary’s life showed him he wasn’t a Chri...

In this episode, Jerrad reacts to a moment between UFC fighter Sean Strickland and comedian Theo Von. Jerrad reflects on why men struggle with friendship, what real connection looks like, and how trauma often hides beneath our toughness. What You’ll Hear: • What made a UFC fighter break down on camera • Why many men carry deep pain without knowing it • How friendship is more than advice or fixing...

Jerrad and Kaleb talk about fatherhood, fear, and what it means to trust God with your future.  They reflect on  moments that hit hard and draw from Judges 7 to show where true courage begins.  This is a call for men to lead with peace, and to stop chasing comfort. To stand with courage that comes from knowing who holds tomorrow. What You’ll hear: • Why chasing the wrong things will leave you empt...

As a new year begins, Jerrad opens with a call for men to lead their families in peace. He shares a vulnerable moment from his own week, reflecting on the pressure men carry. He introduces a  teaching from Chris on what it means to trust God in a world full of fear. Together, they challenge men to lead from a place of rest, not reaction. What You’ll Hear: • Why peace starts with the mindset of the...

In this episode, Jerrad looks back on the most powerful moments from the podcast this past year. He highlights stories, truths, and challenges that hit home for him and many in the Dad Tired community. You’ll hear about friendship, failure, fatherhood, identity, spiritual warfare, and what it means to live a life that’s fully surrendered to Jesus. What You’ll Hear: • What it means to lead your hom...

In this episode, Chris shares his eight-step plan for disciplining kids with grace. He walks through real moments from his own family, including what happens when anger shows up and how to lead through it. Drawing from Genesis 3, Chris shares what godly discipline looks like and why it’s about more than just behavior correction. What You’ll Hear: • What to do before disciplining your child • Why e...

In this episode, Jerrad talks with Danielle Hitchen, author of Sacred Seasons and founder of Catechesis Books. They explore what Advent means, how the Church has observed it through history, and how you can lead your family through it with simple, meaningful practices. Danielle offers both the why and the how helping you slow down, reflect, and lead your kids into the bigger story of God’s work. W...

In this episode, Jerrad sits down with Jeremy Utley, author, speaker, and innovation expert from Stanford University. Jeremy is a husband, father of four girls, and a follower of Jesus. He shares how everyday men can walk into their jobs as disciples. Not just to work hard  but to be salt and light in their workplace. They talk about:  • How to have creative ideas without pressure  • Why your work...

Jerrad talks with author and teacher John Mark Comer about discipleship, spiritual formation, and what it takes to follow Jesus in a culture that often pulls in the opposite direction. John Mark explains why spiritual disciplines matter, how they shape a man’s heart, and why comfort and complexity keep many men stuck. What You’ll Hear : • Why most Christians are living in the gap between belief an...

In this episode, Jerrad tells the story of two lost phones, one rebellious toddler, and a dad learning how to discipline without shame. He unpacks how anger often takes over and why the real work of discipline starts with the heart. You’ll hear biblical truth, real stories, and practical advice for disciplining with love and consistency. What You’ll Hear: • Why discipline is more than behavior cor...

Jerrad talks with Brent Dusing, founder and CEO of True Play. Brent shares why kids need more than just safe content but gospel-centered stories that shape their identity and worldview. They discuss parenting in the digital age, how predators use online games, and why the Church must meet kids where they are. What You’ll Hear: • How much time kids actually spend on screens • Why safe content isn’t...

 Kaleb talks about leading in weakness. He shares a moment with his daughter that reminded him how much he needs God. He draws from 2 Corinthians 12 and shows why spiritual strength starts with honesty. Kaleb helps you see how staying present and trusting God can shape the way you lead. What You’ll Hear: • What it means to be frail but full • Why kids need to see you depend on God • How to lead fr...

Jerrad answers a big question many Christian parents face each October ; what do we do with Halloween? He breaks down the history, looks at biblical teaching, and lays out three responses Christians can take: reject, receive, or redeem.   Tune in to lead your family with wisdom  through hard cultural questions.   What You’ll Hear: • What the Bible says  and doesn’t say about Halloween • The differ...