DAD Talks

In this episode, JT explores the reasons he loves America, despite its flaws, and discusses how love for country parallels family relationships. He emphasizes the importance of grace, reconciliation, and living a life of integrity as a foundation for building a better future for our children.

In this episode, I explore the true meaning of integrity, sharing my personal journey with struggles and how understanding the 'gap' between belief and action can lead to a more authentic life. I offer practical insights on overcoming addiction and living holistically. keywords integrity, personal growth, addiction, honesty, self-improvement, faith, authenticity, mental health, vulnerabili...

Summary In this episode, I explore the true cost of spiritual leadership and influence, emphasizing that authentic influence is forged in private through prayer, humility, and perseverance. I share insights from spiritual leaders and biblical stories, encouraging dads to embrace the process of formation to leave a lasting legacy.

In this episode, I share personal stories and life lessons inspired by soccer, fatherhood, and everyday moments. I emphasize the importance of intentionality, presence, and patience in raising kids and building meaningful relationships. fatherhood, intentional parenting, life lessons, soccer, everyday moments, parenting tips, building trust, presence, long-term planning

In this episode, I explore the challenges dads face when their children's growth challenges their pride. I share personal stories, insights from leadership principles, and practical ways to celebrate and support kids' development while managing parental pride.

Have you ever wondered if you missed God's will for your life? In this episode, JT shares lessons from The Will of God as a Way of Life by Gerald Sittser and challenges the idea that God's will is a hidden plan we have to discover. Instead, God's focus may be less about finding the perfect path and more about becoming the right kind of person. If you're facing a big decision, carry...

In this episode, I explore the concept of friction in overcoming sin and building better habits. I share personal insights on how small obstacles can disrupt automatic behaviors, especially in the context of addiction and self-improvement.

In this episode, I explore the importance of taking responsibility after life's setbacks, especially for divorced dads. I talk about the fact that nobody is coming to save you, and real change begins with personal accountability, action, and resilience.

Every divorced dad is living through his own version of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday… whether he realizes it or not. In this episode, we break down the stages of loss, the waiting, and the rebuild using the story of Jesus’ final days… and what it actually looks like to come out the other side stronger.

Stop trying to do it all on your own strength—it’s a losing game. Today, I’m breaking down the Feeding of the 5,000 to show you how divine power picks up exactly where our ‘man-power’ runs out. Real talk for dads on staying connected to the only energy source that doesn't redline. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Struggles of Fatherhood 03:05 The Miracle of Feeding the 5,000 08:56 Lessons on A...

Why are we stuck? It’s often because we’re afraid to admit what’s over. Let’s talk about moving forward. Admitting reality can be daunting. It forces us to confront the end of a chapter, whether it's a job, a relationship, or a dream. I was there, holding onto the past, petrified of change. But true growth comes when we acknowledge loss and allow ourselves to grieve.

In this episode of Dad Talks, I talk of how men often build protective systems that hide their weaknesses, leading to stagnation and regret. I share personal stories of struggle, the importance of vulnerability, and practical steps for men to rebuild their lives, lead better, and live with purpose. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dad Talks 00:35 The Struggles of Being Stuck 03:52 Building Systems t...

You didn’t just “end up here.” Your life has patterns. And if you don’t deal with them, your kids will. I had to learn that the hard way. In this episode, I walk through how unresolved pain showed up in my life, my marriage, and eventually my kids… and what I’m doing now to break it.

In this episode, I share my personal journey with managing emotions, overcoming addiction, and the importance of emotional health for dads. This episode offers practical insights on how men can better understand and process their feelings to lead healthier lives and stronger families.

In this episode, I explore the complexities of personal growth, addressing whether change can be a negative force, especially within relationships. I share personal insights, practical advice for leading loved ones through change, and emphasize the importance of inclusive growth that pulls others forward.

In this episode of Dad Talks, I talk about how life lessons can hit you from the most random places. In this case, a movie line that stopped me in my tracks. I open up about growing up in chaos and how that wired me to want control over everything. Looking back, a lot of my struggles trace back to that need to manage, fix, and hold it all together. I share some personal stories about shame, how it...

In this episode of Dad Talks, I dig into Philippians 2:3–4 and tackle a tough question. How do you teach your kids humility when you are still working on it yourself? I talk about calling out selfish behavior, guiding kids toward serving others, and why humility starts with a dad who is willing to admit when he blows it. If you want humble kids, it starts with a humble dad.

In this episode of Dad Talks, I explore the importance of tone and communication in parenting, emphasizing the need to correct children without resorting to yelling or constant criticism. I share personal anecdotes and insights on navigating perfectionism, setting standards, and using gentle pressure to guide children. The conversation highlights the impact of parental tone on children's self-...

In this episode of Dad Talks, I talk about the balance between working hard to provide financially and spending quality time with children. Through personal anecdotes and the story of a fisherman and a businessman, I illustrate the value of presence over material gifts. I encourage dads to focus on authentic relationships and to add value to their families' lives through simple acts of love an...

In this episode of Dad Talks, I explore the theme of leadership at home, emphasizing the importance of managing stress to lead effectively. I talk the common causes of stress, including loss of control, uncertainty, burnout, misplaced identity, unresolved inner conflict, and lack of trust. Drawing on biblical insights, I hope to offer practical strategies for dads to manage stress and create a pos...

In this episode of Dad Talks, I explore the concept of confidence, discussing how it is often a journey that requires overcoming fear and embracing failure. I share insights on how to build confidence through action and decision-making, emphasizing the importance of taking small steps towards personal growth.

In this episode of Dad Talks, I talk about my journey back to podcasting after a hiatus, driven by encouragement from listeners and personal reflections. I share my struggles with content creation, emphasizing the importance of authenticity over perfection. I discuss the challenges I faced while trying to balance my creative endeavors with the emotional toll of revisiting painful experiences in my...

In this episode of Dad Talks, I talk about my journey of finding meaning after significant life changes, particularly my divorce. I discuss the importance of accepting life's changes, recognizing that the world continues to move on, and the necessity of taking ownership of one's healing process..

For me during this season I asked the question, “How do I begin to restore my life?” Or to put it another way, “How do I start again?   The process of restoration starts with admitting you are incapable of doing this yourself. It's having the self-awareness to understand that your actions aren't enough.

HDIGH #4 This is the point in the journey where you are exhausted. You are asking, “Will things ever change? Or get better? I feel like I have put all this work in and nothing.” In this episode I want to encourage you to not give up with a simple truth that a friend shared with me.