Father & Friend: Interviews With Everyday Dads

What happens when career ambition collides head-on with family life? In this episode, Tim sits down with Connor — a first-time dad, commercial pilot, and former aspiring Air Force aviator — for an honest conversation about the choices that define us as fathers. Connor shares what it was like to grow up as the oldest of four boys in a military family, watching his stoic, often-deployed dad lead by...

Consistency, Sacrifice, and Raising Kids on Purpose (with Ben, Dad of Five) In this Father and Friend episode, Ben (husband to Kelly and father of five) shares how growing up with an engaged, hardworking dad shaped his approach to family life. He describes his father’s steady presence, strong church involvement, and willingness to work multiple jobs and even give up flying to provide, teaching Ben...

In this conversation, Tim and Brent Howell discuss the profound impact of divorce on fatherhood and marriage, exploring Brent's personal journey from being a child of divorce to becoming a father of five. They delve into the misconceptions surrounding marriage, the importance of faith, and the lies that often lead to marital strife. Brent emphasizes the need for spiritual leadership in the family,...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim engages in a fantastic conversation with Mike Eads, a seasoned military leader and author of the book "Awaken." Mike shares his journey as a father and the profound impact of his faith on his life. The discussion delves into the significance of discipline and how leadership starts with dad, the challenges of maintaining family bonds amidst military life, a...

In this conversation, Tim and Danny Andreas explore the challenges and strategies of long-distance fatherhood. Danny shares his personal journey as a father living apart from his daughter, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection, honesty, and creative ways to maintain a strong bond. He discusses the impact of legal challenges on fathers, the significance of positive reinforcement in par...

In this conversation with Tim, Peter shares his journey from a homeschooling family to a successful career in startups and government. He reflects on the impact of his childhood experiences, particularly the influence of his mother and the Bible, on his personal and professional development. Peter discusses his work in the blue economy and the challenges of integrating faith with business. He emph...

In this conversation, Daryl shares his journey as a father of six, reflecting on his upbringing, the impact of his father's hypocrisy, and the abuse and trauma he faced in childhood. He discusses the turning point in his life that led him back to faith after running for 25 years, the importance of creating an open and honest family environment, and his desire to empower the next generation of men...

In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with Klem, founder of Christian DadBud, to talk about fatherhood, faith, and the importance of being present, leading, and providing for your family. Klem shares his personal journey, cultural insights from the Philippines, and practical ways Christian dads can grow in intentional fatherhood. What does it really mean to be a present...

In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with Joe Saenz—pastor, chaplain, police officer, and author of She Saved Her Daddy. Joe opens up about his journey through infertility, adoption, fatherhood, the heartbreaking loss of his daughter, and how faith in Christ transformed his life and family. Joe Saenz shares his powerful testimony of hope, loss, and redemption. He refle...

In this powerful episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with Israel Wayne—father of 11, author, speaker, and founder of Family Renewal—to discuss homeschooling, fatherhood, overcoming a broken past, and how the Bible provides a roadmap for all of life and family. Israel shares his inspiring journey from an abusive childhood to raising a thriving, God-focused family, offering pra...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Marine Corps veteran and father of two, Antonio shares his powerful story of raising a daughter with DiGeorge Syndrome (DGS) and the lessons he’s learned about presence, humility, and faith in fatherhood. Antonio opens up about his childhood, his journey into the Marines, and how the birth of his daughter completely reshaped his view of fatherhood. He shares t...

Fatherhood isn’t just a role—it’s a transformation. In this powerful conversation, Bobby Orr opens up about his journey through faith, a focus on Christ, and the supernatural moments that reshaped his purpose. He shares how loss deepened his understanding of God, why leading by example matters more than words, and how today’s cultural challenges call for intentional parenting. This is a story abou...

In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with BJ to discuss fatherhood, faith, and building a home filled with peace, prayer, and intentional family time. BJ shares stories from his upbringing, lessons from his father, and practical ways he leads his own family today. This conversation dives deep into what it means to be an intentional father and husband. BJ reflects on hi...

In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with Red Wallace — legacy mindset coach, founder of Better Than Best Academy, and creator of the Redprint framework — to talk about servant leadership, fatherhood, and building a family culture rooted in faith and purpose. Red Wallace shares his journey from growing up in a sports-driven home to becoming a Christian rapper, husband,...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson talks with Anthony Vandagriff, father of four and host of Fathering Our Future. Together they explore how love, listening, and community shape intentional fatherhood and why being present matters more than being perfect. What does it really mean to be a father who listens and loves well? In this conversation, Anthony Vandagriff shares his personal...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson interviews Zach Williams—Christian, husband, father, bestselling author, and motivational speaker—about his powerful journey through betrayal, tragedy, and near-death experiences to discovering faith, fatherhood, and living fully in the moment. Zach Williams opens up about the defining moments that shaped his life and fatherhood. From experiencing...

In this episode, Byron Jones, husband and father of two, shares his journey of fatherhood—emphasizing the importance of quality time with kids, reading the Bible as a family, and balancing work and home life with intentionality and faith. Byron Jones opens up about his upbringing as an only child, how that shaped his desire to raise two boys, and the life lessons that continue to guide him as a fa...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Pastor Jeff Wiesner shares deeply about fatherhood, ministry, and the challenges of raising children in the gospel of Christ without letting it become “boring” or routine. He offers practical wisdom on repentance, presence, local church commitment, and guarding family life in a tech-driven world. Pastor Jeff Wiesner, senior pastor at Covenant Baptist Church, j...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson interviews Josh Niemi, founder of Expository Parenting and author of Expository Parenting. Together, they explore biblical parenting, the sufficiency of Scripture, and how fathers can disciple their children through verse-by-verse teaching of God’s Word. What does it look like to parent according to Scripture? Josh Niemi shares his personal journe...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson sits down with John Helton—known as "The Blind Fury"—to discuss fatherhood, faith, marriage, and resilience. John shares his powerful journey through vision loss, single parenting, and ministry, offering wisdom on building godly marriages and raising strong families. John Helton’s story is one of perseverance, faith, and purpose. As a legally blin...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Pastor and teacher Raphael Mukumbwa from Malawi shares his powerful journey of faith, family, and fatherhood. From overcoming hardship in his childhood to raising a family grounded in biblical values, Raphael offers deep insights into leadership at home and the sacrifices love requires. What does it mean to be a father and a leader in the home? In this convers...

Men need each other! In the USA, men represent nearly 80% of all suicides. In this powerful episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson speaks with Joe Tuia’ana, founder of the I Love You Bro Project, about men’s mental health, suicide prevention, and the transformative power of connection. Joe shares his personal journey as a single dad raising three daughters while leading a groundbreaking nonpro...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Tim Anderson sits down with Jeremy, a husband, father of two, and dedicated church member, to discuss fatherhood, faith, and the intentional choices that shape a family. Jeremy shares his powerful journey from growing up without a dad to becoming an intentional father, the struggles he’s faced, and the practical habits that help him lead his family with love a...

In this episode of Father and Friend, Pastor Sam Flynn shares his powerful journey from growing up in an unbelieving home to raising a Christ-centered family. He and host Tim Anderson discuss parenting with grace, family discipleship, and the importance of being intentional in every stage of fatherhood. Pastor Sam Flynn joins Tim Anderson to talk about faith, family, and fatherhood. Raised in an u...

In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with new father Wayne to discuss his powerful journey from hip hop culture and New Age spirituality to discovering faith in Christ, embracing fatherhood, and redefining family values. Wayne shares an honest and compelling story of his life—from growing up in Zimbabwe and England, to facing bullying, immersing himself in hip hop cult...