Dads Interrupted

When Jeff Hittner learned he couldn’t become a biological father, it shattered his definition of success — and ultimately transformed it. In this episode of Dads Interrupted , Jeff shares how grief, therapy, and courage helped him redefine what fatherhood really means. Together, we explore the tension between career and family, why asking for help is a leadership superpower, and how healing yourse...

When aerospace engineer turned executive Alex Egeler stepped away from his high-powered career, he expected freedom. What he didn’t expect was the identity crisis that followed. In this episode of Dads Interrupted , Alex shares how becoming a dad “interrupted” his career in the best possible way—and why letting go of outdated ideas of success helped him find purpose, presence, and a career that tr...

How do you raise confident, resilient kids when the world feels stacked against them? Jeff Nelligan, a father of three and author of Four Lessons from My Three Sons , joins the show to break down how everyday dads can build ambition, emotional strength, and personal conduct into the DNA of their kids — no yelling, no lectures, just strategy and presence. In this episode, Jeff shares his story: fro...

What if running your home like a business could bring more love, peace, and partnership into your marriage? In this powerhouse conversation, certified Fair Play© facilitator and founder of Modern Husbands , Brian Page, shares the systems, mindset shifts, and real-life hacks that transformed his marriage from survival mode to thriving teamwork. We talk about ditching outdated gender roles, redefini...

When did your relationship stop feeling like a team effort? In this power-packed episode, Frederick sits down with Nick Brancato —relationship strategist, personal development coach, and author of Prioritize Us —to unpack why so many couples fall into “priority drift,” and how to realign before it’s too late. Nick shares the simple but powerful Total Difference Score (TDS) test, a practical framew...

What does it mean to keep showing up when life gives you the unimaginable? In this moving episode, Jason Tuttle shares the story of his son Zachary—who lived with a rare condition and left an unforgettable mark on everyone he met. Jason opens up about the realities of raising a child with special needs, the grief of losing him, and the ongoing journey of turning pain into purpose. From walking awa...

What happens when a former factory worker, martial artist, and hypnotherapist turns his focus to helping men master their emotions, show up as better partners and dads, and stop suffering in silence? This conversation with Jeremy Roadruck is a powerful blend of personal story, practical insight, and radical redefinition of what it means to be strong. Topics include: The belief systems that shape m...

In this episode of Dad's Interrupted , we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with leadership coach Jeremy, known for his bold stance on smashing the patriarchy and rethinking traditional leadership paradigms. Jeremy opens up about his journey from corporate leadership to embracing a more inclusive, values-driven approach to both his work and personal life—centered on emotional intelligence...

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Anderson, founder of Fathering Together and Director of Foundation Relations at i.c. stars, to explore the deeper meaning of presence—in fatherhood, relationships, and everyday life. We talk about what it really means to be present, not just physically and mentally, but spiritually as well. Brian shares insights from his work coaching dads, helping them buil...

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Sullivan , accomplished journalist, author, and founder of The Company of Dads , the first platform dedicated to supporting lead dads. Paul shares his journey from writing for esteemed publications like The New York Times and Golf Magazine to creating a community that redefines modern fatherhood. We dive into: Paul's inspiring transition from a thriving journ...

Kiowa Saunders didn't have an easy childhood growing up. His mom and dad divorced when he was 9 months old. He saw his dad once or twice a year until age 18. He tells us that it's clear looking back that his parents didn't try very hard to be parents. But he did have a mentor in Oakland, CA who raised him. Big Jim was a father figure for Ki. Ki's story is a story of triumph through adversity. Toda...

John Sendim is a registered psychotherapist and the Founder & Director of Uplift Therapy for Men practicing in Toronto, Ontario. He is also a husband and a father of his 2-year old daughter. In this episode, John shares the value he sees in joining a men's group to find a sense of community. John lets us in on what Uplift Therapy for Men is all about, shares some common themes he sees men stru...

Adam Feck is the founder of Forward 46, a fractional sales management company and the father of 3 girls. Prior to Forward 46, Adam has worked in a variety of roles - from orthopedic operating rooms to volunteering in the fire and EMS service to ski patroller to owning an orthopedic medical device distributorship to growing a SaaS startup - it seems like there isn't much Adam hasn't done or seen. A...

Owner and founder of Black Seahorse Kustoms out of Lincoln, Nebraska, Nick Brown is a dad on a mission to make a positive impact and be the best version of himself. His latest efforts to do just that include feeding the homeless on Fridays at the city mission, and back in April when we recorded this conversation, Nick was about to embark on a 12-mile backpack hike to raise awareness for the Lincol...

Boyd is a former sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps and dad of 3 girls. He openly discusses his own struggles as a dad, while making it abundantly clear that being a dad is the greatest role he's played . . . and that's saying A LOT. He drops some serious insights on the need for the right mindset around mistakes. Boyd shares the complicated nature of his relationship with his own father, and how h...

Dr. Jason Frishman's dad didn't say the words "I love you" often. But he did write him a magical story. Perhaps that's why Jason is a narrative therapist and men's coach today. He openly acknowledges that although he is a men's coach and therapist, he still has his own work to do. Jason tells us his kids are his best teachers and shares how they remind him how important that is. He talks about the...

Surprise! It's a boy . . . hold on, wait, nope . . . actually, it's a girl! Wade Hetrick is a team building and leadership expert with years of service in the U.S. Air Force and has worked with some of the most elite teams in the Department of Defense. He has recruited, built, and led teams of 5 to 500 people in combat and training operations and has over 3,500 flight hours, mostly in the C-17. Bu...

It had been over 6 months and Kyle's son Brody wouldn't talk to him ... wouldn't return his texts. Kyle is a CEO at the YMCA in Seattle and a leading executive leadership coach who, in how own words, is "supposed to be this person that knows how to build relationships and I can't ... do it with my own son." He openly discusses the pain he felt and shares his consistent efforts despite not receivin...

Self-described quasi stepdad Darren Kanthal bravely talks about his struggle with anger and the importance of awareness and repair. Darren is a leadership and career coach and he is a dad to two kids with his girlfriend Rachel. Darren candidly speaks about the challenges of feeling confident as a stepdad and being able to understand and name his emotions. As boys, we are often told to diminish our...

Dads Interrupted aims to inspire men and dads to continue having vulnerable conversations with each other so we can all learn and grow together. It is here to provide a safe space for men and dads to listen, feel a sense of community, not feel so alone, and to chime in with their own stories in the comments and reviews. If you like what you hear, please share, like, review, and follow so you don't...