Fathering Strong

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages with Aaron Roy, who shares his profound journey of fatherhood, shaped by his own experiences of growing up without a father. Aaron discusses the emotional impact of his father's absence, the generational cycles of fatherlessness, and the importance of forgiveness and healing. He emphasizes the role of mentorship from other...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Kimberly Dent, the executive director of the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood. They discuss the importance of fatherhood, the impact of father absence, and the challenges of co-parenting after divorce. Kimberly shares her personal journey and insights into the significance of maintaining healthy relationships for t...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages in a heartfelt conversation with Thomas White about the complexities of fatherhood, personal experiences with abandonment, and the journey toward healing. Thomas shares his reflections on his own father, the emotional impact of feeling abandoned, and the steps he has taken to heal through counseling and community support. T...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Clifford Wright about their shared experiences in fatherhood. Cliff shares his personal journey, including the challenges he faced with his father and the lessons learned from those experiences. He discusses the importance of staying engaged as a father, the joys of seeing his children thrive, and the concept of ‘Quarte...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages in a heartfelt conversation with Sean Walton Sr., an inspirational speaker and community advocate. They explore the profound impact of fatherhood, sharing personal stories highlighting the importance of empathy, responsibility, and connection in parenting. Sean reflects on his own experiences as a young father, the...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Barbara Coloroso, an internationally recognized speaker and author on parenting. They discuss the importance of fatherhood and the impact of male nurturance and share personal stories about their own experiences with parenting and grief. Barbara emphasizes the need for fathers to be present and engaged in their...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Kevin Moehn, an adoptive father and pastor, about his personal journey through fatherhood and adoption. They discuss the significance of National Adoption Month, Kevin's experiences with both of his daughters' adoptions, the challenges and joys of being an adoptive parent, and the importance of community support. Kevin...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Harold Howard, a dedicated father and community leader, about the importance of fatherhood and the impact of nurturing fathers. Harold shares his personal experiences growing up with a supportive father and how that shaped his approach to fatherhood and his work with fathers in the community. The conversation co...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams and Bruce Stapleton discuss the vital role fathers play in shaping their daughters’ lives. They explore themes such as building healthy relationships, the importance of trust, emotional stability, and academic success. Bruce shares personal stories and insights on how fathers can positively influence their daughters’ self-esteem, resili...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Miguelito Jerome, a Haitian business owner and father, about his experiences growing up in Haiti, his journey to America, and his current role in the community. Miguelito shares insights into the importance of fatherhood in Haitian culture, the challenges he faced in Haiti, and his commitment to helping the Haitian comm...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages with Glenn Harris, the Director of Prevention for the Ohio Domestic Violence Network. They discuss Glenn's personal journey into fatherhood, the importance of domestic violence awareness, and the role fathers can play in preventing domestic violence. Glenn shares insights on modeling healthy relationships, the signi...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages in a deep conversation with Steve Makofka, exploring themes of fatherhood, personal experiences, and professional journeys. Steve shares insights from his childhood and relationship with his father, his journey through pastoral work, and his transition to family life coaching. The discussion highlights the importanc...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams and guest Ted Strader discuss the intersection of fatherhood and substance abuse. They explore the challenges fathers face regarding substance use, the stigma surrounding addiction, and effective strategies for supporting fathers and their families. Ted shares insights from his extensive experience in substance abuse preven...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages with Ted N. Strader, a nationally recognized expert in fatherhood and substance abuse prevention. The conversation delves into personal stories of fatherhood, the challenges and joys of parenting, and the impact of trauma on family dynamics. Strader shares insights from his extensive experience in developing programs aimed...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams interviews Peter Lawson Jones, an attorney, actor, and former elected official, about his experiences growing up and being a father. Jones shares that his parents were his primary role models and instilled in him the importance of education, hard work, and treating others well. He emphasizes the significance of reading with express...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams interviews Lavern Nissley, the retired co-director of Encompass Connection Center. They discuss Lavern's relationship with his father, his marriage to his wife Ronda, and his advice for balancing work and family life. Lavern emphasizes the importance of praying together as a couple, effective communication, and maintaining a se...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Phil Elmore about the importance of men having accountability partnerships. Phil shares his personal experience growing up and his lack of a mentor. He discusses his work with Man in the Mirror and Spiritual Fathers to establish a process of disciplining men in churches. Phil emphasizes the need for men to have relati...

Richard Quisenberry, a former educator and coach, shares his journey and experiences in this conversation. He talks about growing up in a large family, the importance of education, and the impact of his parents on his work ethic. Richard also discusses his decision to become an educator and the influence of his older sister. He shares stories about his wife and their commitment to giving back, inc...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Jason Messer about his experience as a father raising a special needs child. Jason shares about his own upbringing in a pastor's home and the positive example his father set as a loving and present dad. He then discusses the challenges and blessings of becoming a parent for the first time and the long journey to adopt his...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Jeff Pinkleton about his experience as a father, specifically as a boy dad. Jeff shares his upbringing in a typical nuclear family and highlights the joy of raising three boys and one girl. He emphasizes the importance of creating moments, memories, and meaningful connections with his children. Jeff also discusses the challen...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams interviews Josh Taylor, a father of two daughters, about his experiences raising children amidst marital problems, separation, and divorce. Josh shares his story of growing up in a divorced family and the challenges he faced as a result. He discusses the impact of abuse, trauma, and abandonment on his own parenting journey. Josh al...

Summary In this episode of the Fathering Strong Podcast, Bruce Stapleton and Eli Williams are joined by James McDonald, the president and CEO of All Well Behavioral Health. They discuss the mental and emotional stress that struggling fathers face and how it can impact their health. They also explore the barriers that prevent men from seeking help and the importance of creating supportive environme...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Bruce and Eli discuss the importance of fathers as stabilizers in their children’s lives. They emphasize the benefits of children growing up in a stable home with both a mother and a father who are committed to raising them together. They highlight the negative effects of instability, such as emotional trauma, anxiety, and insecurity that children e...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Bruce and Eli discuss the importance of fathers as providers. They address the challenges faced by non-custodial fathers in paying child support and gaining access to their children. They emphasize the need for emotional availability, validation, and support from fathers, as well as the importance of recreational experiences and creating a safe and...

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Bruce Stapleton and Eli Williams discuss the importance of fathers as order keepers in their children's lives. They emphasize the need for a strong, mature father figure to help rein in boys' unruly behavior and prevent it from becoming normalized. They also highlight the role of mothers in discipline and the importance of both parents worki...