Dad Improvement

No guest this week, you get me! Which means that you get an inside look at what we've had going on in our day to day as a family. For us, we have been working on teaching our son how to learn. He turns 7 on Saturday and at this point in life he has something new thrown at him almost daily it seems, and if he can't learn then this part of life is going to be quite a damper! Here are six ste...

This week I got to sit down with Mike Thompson for a second time! Mike was the guest on episode 74 in which we talked about changing our identity. This episode we got to talking about how to teach our children frustration tolerance and confidence. We chat about tactics we've used that helped and what hasn't. We talk about how to model this for our children and what should be expected of us...

In this week's interview, Sean Patrick shares his inspiring journey through fatherhood, coaching, and mental health. Discover how his experiences shape his podcast 'Just Call Dad,' aimed at supporting dads, coaches, and parents in building resilience, managing expectations, and fostering meaningful connections. The Emotional Shoes Just Call Dad Podcast Just Call Dad Youtube Just Call D...

In this insightful interview, Jonathan Cave shares his transformative journey from a high-powered lawyer to a fulfilled life aligned with his true self. Discover practical strategies for inner exploration, overcoming fears, and living authentically to achieve happiness and success. For more from Jonathan Website Youtube For Jonathan's book, The Tree and the Mountain 00:00 Jonathan's Journe...

Faye Casell, a dyslexia therapist and home reading coach, shares vital insights on early detection, intervention strategies, and empowering parents to support children with reading difficulties and dyslexia. Discover practical tips, resources, and the importance of timely action to improve literacy outcomes. Links Home Reading Coach Website Teach My Child to Read (YouTube Channel) FREE Dyslexia Ro...

This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Avery, who is preparing to run the perimeter of America while bringing his family along for the journey. Chris shares his motivations for this ambitious goal, emphasizing the importance of not just personal achievement but also involving his family in the experience. The conversation explores themes of balancing personal goals with family respons...

In this episode, Alisa Sparks shares her inspiring journey from budgeting for military aircraft to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the interior design industry. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of scaling her business, the importance of systems and processes, and how she integrates work and family life. Alisa emphasizes the significance of designing spaces that are both beautiful an...

In this episode, Chris shares his journey of personal transformation through the '100 Blocks' training program. This initiative, which Chris has been practicing for a decade, focuses on four key pillars: nutrition, hydration, physical activity, and stress management. Chris explains how he developed this program to create sustainable habits that not only improve health but also foster a sen...

In today's episode, Luke Mickelson shares his inspiring journey of founding Sleeping in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit dedicated to addressing the issue of child bedlessness. He discusses the emotional impact of delivering beds to children in need, the importance of community involvement, and how anyone can make a difference by volunteering or starting a local chapter. Our conversation highlights...

In this episode of the Dad Improvement Podcast, I interview Amy Briggs, the creator of Aviva, an innovative app designed to streamline family scheduling for busy parents. Amy explains how Aviva integrates various family commitments into one cohesive calendar, reducing the mental load on parents. She shares personal anecdotes that highlight the challenges of parenting logistics and discusses the ap...

In this episode of the Dad Improvement Podcast, Shellee Howard shares invaluable insights on parenting, college admissions, and financial planning for education. She emphasizes the importance of reading to children, understanding their aspirations, and planning for college early. Shellee discusses the significance of finding a child's 'why' and how to support them through their educati...

We had two weeks off from school and work, so when the holiday excitement finally wore off Shea asked if we could talk about Christmas on the podcast. Excited to spend any time I can with him, I agreed immediately. So strap in for this week's Shea led episode!

In this episode of the Dad Improvement Podcast, I speak with Ben Brown, a seasoned fitness coach with over 20 years of experience. We discuss the importance of working with the general population, the impact of parental behavior on children's health, and the necessity of accountability and community in achieving fitness goals. Ben emphasizes the need for realistic expectations, personalized ap...

Dan is the host of the Get Your Marriage On Podcast, and co founder of the Intimately Us app with his wife. Dan is a marriage coach that helps couples level up in their marriage through connection, communication and intimacy. His Intimately Us app helps couples use technology to connect everyday in small or sometimes even "sexy" ways! I cannot recommend this app enough, and if you have b...

Did you know that hiring agencies make it almost impossible to get solid substitute or long term staffing for preschools? I did not. But Paul Buckley, founder of Ratio Staffing is trying to put that to a stop. He created Ratio Staffing to help preschool and early education centers connect with the right people for the job and vice versa. This week we dive into why hiring for preschools is such a n...

This week I was lucky enough to sit down with the host of Unleashed Success podcast Corey Corpodian. We chat about his upcoming book, I AM: Animal Affirmations and how dads can use affirmations, mindset, and self-talk to help their kids grow emotionally strong and confident. Learn how small daily habits can unleash success for both you and your children. If you are looking for Corey's book che...

This week I sit down with author Patton Dodd to talk about his powerful memoir "The Father You Get" Patton shares the deeply personal story behind the book, exploring faith, family, fatherhood and the ways our past shapes who we become as parents. It's an honest, moving conversation about healing, forgiveness, and learning to show up for the next generation with greater intention. The Father You G...

This week I sit down with author Dr. Kate Lund as she explains how to build resiliency in our children and also in ourselves. Kate understands the difficulties facing parents today and has written and spoke about how to weave through them with sustainable strategies. If you would like to get any of Dr. Kate's books or hear more from here please check out her website HERE 00:00 Dr. Kate's J...

This week I dive into how to be more productive with your remote work with Steven Puri. Steven is the cofounder of The Sukha Company where he runs a community of 34,000 productivity-minded people. The Sukha Company helps people focus on their work in ways that benefit them, be more productive and allow them more time to spend with there families! Steven comes from Dreamworks and 20th Century Fox,...

It is The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood because it is not a destination but a journey of always bettering ourselves as fathers and husbands! This week Larry Hagner of The Dad Edge was nice enough to take time away from his own podcast, fathering his 4 boys, husband duties, and authoring of his book to speak with us about what it means to pursue a legendary fatherhood. Larry is a force in the fat...

"Never assume connection with your kid." -Todd Sarner I was able to have an enlightening chat with Todd Sarner this week on the podcast. Todd explains secure attachment between us and our children and how it is the foundation upon which the rest of parenting is built. As long as our children feel secure to come to us, then we are doing a good job. If you would like to get in touch with T...

Coming in hot this week folks!!!! I just finished reading The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, and I have to say, it has me worried and nervous about the future of technology and social media as my son grows up in this new era of possibilities... Luckily for us, Jonathan has done all the work already and figured out what the main issues may be and how to combat them. This episode is me sendin...

This week I get to have a conversation with Cecily May who is also known as The Embodied Parent Coach. Together, we explore: - The importance of Self-Reflection in Parenting - The role of repair as parents - The CARE Method - Understanding our own triggers - The challenges of parenting If you're a parent, we're talking to you! Today's episode will leave you feeling more inspired and co...

You don't get to episode 100 without starting with the first one. Two and a half years ago this logic convinced me to do the first episode. Now, I have finally made it to episode 100!!! This week I speak about what the last 100 episodes have meant to me and I also speak with my 6 year old son and my wife! Sit back and enjoy this week's 100th episode extravaganza!!!

This week I have Jeff Hittner, who is the interviewer and writer behind The Ambitious Dads. Jeff interviewed 50 highly ambitious fathers in order to get the answers he wanted about defining success in and out of the household. Since then he has gone on to interview over 200 fathers and continues to learn and define what it means to be a good father. We talk work/life balance, how to navigate life&...