(not so) Secret Dads Business

This episode is a first for both NSSDB and the Young Dad Podcast! We have created a special crossover for your listening pleasure! Tune in for some awesome conversation on a plethora of different topics. Nate and Jey kick off talking about the differences between the USA and Australia, especially the wildlife. They then go on to talk about why they both started their respective podcasts and by the...

In this engaging episode, join Nate as he sits down with author and humorist Tom Kreffer to delve into the joys, challenges, and humorous moments of parenthood. Tom's latest book, "The Search for Sanity," takes us on a hilarious and heartfelt journey through the world of raising a toddler, where everyday situations become laugh-out-loud anecdotes. Nate and Tom discuss the magic of storytelling, re...

In this episode of (not so) Secret Dads Business, join Nate as he engages in a transatlantic conversation with his dear friend, R.L. Shawver, who is a passionate advocate for freedom, resilience, and character-building. Together, they embark on a profound exploration of the intricate world of modern parenting and the values we instill in our children. Drawing inspiration from the timeless principl...

In this episode, Nate dives into a candid conversation with Matt, a devoted dad and the creator of an innovative project called Kidbox.fun. In this engaging conversation, Matt shares his journey from city life in Denver, Colorado, to rural South Dakota, where he's embraced the role of a dedicated dad to three teenage daughters. He opens up about his experiences as an entrepreneur and how his ventu...

In this inspiring episode, our host, Nate engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Chris Phillips, a passionate entrepreneur and mindset enthusiast. Chris shares his remarkable journey from a traditional 9-to-5 job to becoming a successful business owner and mindset coach. Join us as Chris reveals the pivotal moments in his life that led him to embrace the power of a positive mindset. Thro...

In this emotionally charged and inspiring episode, we dive deep into the life of Josh, a single father who battled addiction and emerged as a remarkable example of resilience and transformation. Join us as we hear Josh's incredible journey from the clutches of addiction to becoming a devoted and loving super dad. Josh opens up about the all-encompassing grip of addiction and how it controlled ever...

In this empowering episode of (not so) Secret Dads Business, Nate dives deep into the world of resilience and self-improvement with the ever insightful Kristian Moore, founder of the Resilience Revolution Facebook group. They unravel the essential aspects of mental and emotional resilience that every man needs to cultivate in order to navigate life's challenges and emerge stronger. Kristian shares...

In this thought-provoking episode, join Nate as he engages in a compelling conversation with James, a visionary entrepreneur and educator on a mission to transform education through the power of 3D printing. Drawing from his unique experiences and insights, James shares how he and his wife are reshaping the way students learn by integrating hands-on, practical skills into the curriculum. With a fo...

Step into a world of resilience and creativity in this episode of (not so) Secret Dads Business]. Nate engages in a profound dialogue with Nemiah VanGuilder, a gifted author and artist, as he shares his courageous journey from the clutches of addiction to the realm of artistic inspiration. Nemiah's unfiltered narrative unveils the arduous battle with addiction, a struggle many face in silence. Thr...

Join Nate on a gripping episode of (not so) Secret Dads Business as he tackles the disturbing topic of child exploitation. Special guest, Akhim Dev, a renowned documentary filmmaker and investigative journalist, shares his experiences and insights from his global adventures covering stories on this crucial issue. Akhim's work extends to his podcast, "The Children in the Pictures," and his feature...

This episode, Joseph Pereira is on the show! Join us as we have an honest and heartfelt conversation about the beautiful, chaotic, and ever-changing journey of parenting. From the importance of being present and learning from the everyday moments to the bittersweet feeling of watching our children grow and leave the nest. Discover the raw emotions and mixed feelings that come with raising kids, th...

In this episode, my guest, Steve Smith and I, delve into the topic of control and the importance of breaking free from limiting beliefs. Through a captivating conversation, we uncover the desire for control in our lives and how it often goes beyond material wealth. From the longing for a stress-free life to pursuing passions and hobbies, we discuss the tragic reality of settling for unhappiness an...

*This episode was first published February 5th 2022.* Sarah and Nippy were in the NXIVM (said Nexium) cult for 12 and 16 years respectively. In early 2017, Sarah was invited into a secret women's sect of the cult called DOS. She was asked to strip naked, was blindfolded and led into a room with several other women. She was then instructed to repeat the words "Master, would you brand me? It would b...

This episode, I had John Christensen join me on NSSDB. John is one of 6 fathers who collaborated with each other to create a book of dadvice (see what we did there?). It’s about the road fathers travel. Not always paved, not always smooth. It’s about regret, success, vulnerability and relationship enrichment. It’s written by average dude dads, for average dude dads that want to be better. Village...

This episode, Mike Finnigan returns to the show for another chat. Mike is a father of 2 and a stepdad of a 3rd child. Mike and I sat down and spoke about our respective lives and contemplate our roles as dads. We also discuss how we manage our inner selves and how easily we can lie to ourselves. We also discuss the importance of mindfulness and gratitude, and how, with these practices, we can lear...

This episode, King Smith joins Nate on the show. King is from the US and a dad to a teenage daughter. He is also the host of Chats with Dads, a video podcast on YouTube. In this episode, Nate and King let the conversation go where it naturally wanted to go. They talk about their respective divorces, coparenting, child support and most importantly, setting clear personal boundaries after divorce. T...

Tom Kreffer is back for another episode! In this weeks episode, Nate and Tom discuss his book, Toddler Inc. Toddler Inc. is the 3rd book, which was released last year, in the Adventures in Dadding series . We also talk about how to broach tough subjects with kids, the toddler wonderment in the small things that we, as adults, often miss and the fascination that toddlers have with obscure items, li...

This episode features a conversation with my mate from down under, Nate Newman, host of the (Not So) Secret Dads Business podcast. Nate is currently taking a break from podcasting on his own platform, but reached out to me for us to talk about what we're both currently experiencing with our respective sons: not being able to keep up with how fast they're growing up before our very eyes. We di...

After an extended break, (not so) Secret Dads Business is back with fresh new episodes! This episode, I spoke to Kelly Jean-Philippe about the huge changes in his life as a father. After multiple miscarriages, Kelly and his wife welcomed a new addition to their family back in February. Kelly and I discuss how he has navigated the transition into a new family dynamic, how it has affected each membe...

This episode, I had an awesome chat with Andrew Geldert. Drew is a personal development coach and a dad to teenagers. He is also the founder of the Man to Man Brotherhood Movement and the Man to Man: Lets Talk About It Podcast. In this episode, Drew tells of his journey from being a Recon Sniper in the Australian Army and coming home with PTSD to being a nominee/prospect for an outlaw motorcycle c...

This episode, I sat down with Damian Piotto. He is a dad of 3 girls as well as the creator and host of the Apex Unleashed podcast. We talk about generational differences, adapting with technology and the resistance of life. We also delve a bit deeper into teaching our kids resilience and problems solving skills. Damian makes some good points about how overprotection of our kids can easily undo tho...

This episode, Nate sat down with Laura Orr. Laura is one half of the Should They Watch It? Podcast, a mother and family, marriage and play therapist. This episode, we sit down to unpack what play therapy is and how it is beneficial for kids. Laura also covers different approaches within the field and the difference between directive and non directive play therapy. We also talk about how we can pla...

This episode, I sat down with Zach Murphy from Pennsylvania, USA. Zach is a players representative for Pro Level Sports Agency and the owner and creator of the Breaking Down The Tape podcast.  During this episode, Zach covered a lot of his fatherhood journey and frankly, he's been through quite a few testing situations. From having a stillborn son, to miscarriage, to becoming a foster parent and f...

Adam Mitchell is a martial artist and dad in New York. He has a dojo where he teaches children self defence and personal protection. He also has a business and podcast called Close Quarter Dad, where he teaches parents on how to teach their children about personal protection and for the parents, loss recovery and how to most effectively recover a lost child. In this episode, Adam covers a lot of w...

This episode, I had John Popko join me on the show. John is a radio personality out of Pennsylvania. After the station decided to reformat, his show, which highlighted different local and out of state bands, was axed. So John decided to start The Popko Project. It is a music podcast with the same idea as his former radio show, highlighting different bands and digging deeper into the music they cre...