Dads On Tap

Most of us quietly believe that God is most pleased with us after we've had a good quiet time, served faithfully, shared our faith, or lived out a really good day. But what if that's not the story the Bible tells? In this episode of The Dads on Tap Podcast, Scott explores one of the most surprising moments in the life of Jesus—when the Father declared His love and pleasure over His Son before Jesu...

What's in the Gap? Have you ever found yourself reacting to a situation in a way that seemed bigger than the moment called for? Maybe it was frustration with your spouse, impatience with your kids, or anger over something relatively small. In this episode of the Dads on Tap Podcast, Scott shares the most important question he's ever been asked. It was a simple question a mentor asked him that beca...

Have you ever felt spiritually stuck? Not because you've stopped believing, praying, or going to a local church—but because something just feels off. In this episode of Dads on Tap, Scott explores the frustrating experience of doing all the "right" spiritual things while still feeling restless, disconnected, or unable to find the soul-deep peace Jesus promised. Drawing from his own journey, Scott...

When it comes to being a great dad, we often think we need to create big moments, big memories, and big experiences. But what if the things that matter most are actually much smaller? In this Quick Sip Scott shares five small habits that have made a big impact on his relationship with his kids. If you're looking for practical ways to strengthen your connection with your children, this episode is a...

 This Father's Day, instead of focusing on what dads need to do better, we're taking a moment to recognize the men who keep showing up day after day for their families. In this special episode, Scott Mawdesley raises a glass to the dads who are working hard, carrying responsibility, learning as they go, and loving their families the best way they know how. Whether you're raising toddlers, teenager...

How many times have you told yourself, "Once I get through this week, things will finally slow down"? In this 3 1/2-minute Quick Sip episode, Scott explores the myth that we're ever going to be completely caught up. The emails keep coming, the to-do list keeps growing, and life never seems to stop moving. But what if the goal isn't to finish everything—what if the goal is to stop missing the momen...

It's never been easier for dads to compare themselves to other families, other fathers, and other versions of success. But comparison has a way of stealing our joy, distorting our perspective, and making us forget the good things right in front of us. In this episode of the Dads on Tap podcast, Scott explores why so many dads feel like they're falling behind, what Jesus' conversation with Peter te...

It's easy to point fingers, assume motives, and become the self-appointed judge of everyone around us. In this week's Quick Sip episode, Scott explores why the temptation to judge others goes all the way back to the Garden of Eden—and why humility, curiosity, and grace may be the better path. If you've ever caught yourself criticizing someone else out loud or even in your head, this short episode...

As dads, it's easy to spend our energy worrying about the wrong things—whether we're providing enough, succeeding enough, or getting everything right. But years from now, your kids probably won't remember your job title, your income, or how busy you were. They'll remember how it felt to be with you and whether or not they truly mattered to you.  In this episode of The Dads on Tap Podcast, Scott ex...

The Quick Sip is a weekly 3–5-minute short episode where Scott shares a simple thought for dads. Today's episode is about those times when you're not ok and what to do about it. 

It's easy to focus on where we're falling short as dads, but what if we're growing more than we realize? In this episode, Scott explores why the best dads don't go big—they go small. Through everyday choices like being present, apologizing quickly, listening well, and showing up consistently, real transformation takes place over time. Drawing from both personal experience and biblical wisdom, Scot...

A weekly 3–5-minute quick sip of practical wisdom to help you become a better dad!

A quick 3-5 minute thought to help you get better as a dad this week. 

Every dad has moments he regrets — yelling at a child, shutting down emotionally, or reacting out of stress instead of love. But what happens after we blow it matters far more than the mistake itself. In this episode, Scott explores the power of repair, humility, and reconnection in fatherhood. Through practical insights and the restoration story of Peter in John 18 and 21, dads are reminded that...

Welcome to the Dads on Tap Weekly Quick-Sip episode. For the next several weeks, Scott will record a new 3-5 minute Quick-Sip episode to give you a small sip of wisdom along with our regularly scheduled Friday episodes. The Quick Sip will be an in-the-moment thought meant to give you a quick infusion of encouragement for the day. Enjoy!

Why do good dads sometimes become reactive, angry, distant, or emotionally shut down? In this episode, Scott explores the deeper reasons dads get emotionally hijacked and why our reactions are often symptoms of exhaustion, stress, and overloaded souls rather than simply “anger problems.” Drawing from the lives of Elijah and Jesus, this episode offers practical thoughts on slowing down, resetting e...

Most dads don’t struggle because they don’t care—they struggle because they’re exhausted, distracted, and constantly reacting. In this episode, we take a step beyond slowing down and answer the question: What actually changes when a dad begins to live from a place of rest?   You’ll discover four powerful ways a rested soul transforms your home—from becoming less reactive and more present, to leadi...

Most dads don’t struggle with wanting rest—they struggle with knowing how to actually experience it. In this episode, Scott moves from theory to practice, sharing 4 simple, powerful contemplative practices that slow your mind and reconnect you with God in the middle of your busy life. Drawing from his personal practice and his experience leading The Soul Retreat in the mountains of Western North C...

In this episode, we take an honest look at why slowing down feels so difficult—even when we know we need it. Building on the last episodes conversation about rest, we explore the deeper reason many of us stay busy: not because life demands it, but because stillness reveals what’s really going on inside us. Drawing from the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19 and the example of Jesus in Luke 5 , we see t...

In this episode, we tackle a belief many dads carry but rarely name: the idea that if we slow down, everything might fall apart. Beneath the pressure to provide, lead, and hold it all together is a quiet fear that rest isn’t safe—it’s risky. But what if the constant pace isn’t strength… it’s strain? In this conversation, we unpack why so many men struggle to truly rest, what it’s costing us in our...

A bonus quick episode where Scott shares his reflections on celebrating 25 years of marriage and 4 keys he's learned to having a great marriage. 

Every dad has a voice in his head. It would be great if that voice was always positive, but the truth is, it's often negative and filled with shame and insecurity. In fact, many of us assume this voice is telling us the truth.  In this episode, we explore how the internal stories we’ve believed—about performance, conflict, failure, and shame—shape the way we see ourselves and live our lives. More...

In this episode, we explore the quiet weight of shame that many men carry but rarely talk about. While guilt tells us we made a mistake, shame whispers that something is wrong with us — pushing men into hiding, performance, or numbing behaviors to protect their image. Drawing from the story of Genesis and the hope of the gospel, Scott explains how shame isolates us from God and others, and why bri...

In this episode, Scott tackles the fear of failure and why it hits men so deeply. When our identity is tied to competence and performance, even small mistakes can feel like personal collapse — driving defensiveness, withdrawal, overworking, or escape. But failure was never meant to define us; it can form us. Drawing from Scripture and everyday fatherhood, Scott reframes failure as an opportunity f...

In this episode, Scott explores a belief many men quietly carry: that conflict is dangerous. Whether shaped by childhood experiences or other past wounds, the fear often drives us to avoid hard conversations, withdraw emotionally, or overperform to keep the peace. But avoidance slowly erodes intimacy at home and models the wrong lessons for our kids. Scott unpacks how healthy conflict — rooted in...