The BizDad Podcast

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Nate Wagner from Actuator Leadership Group shares lessons from decades in pastoral leadership and counseling. Drawing on experience in ministry and leadership coaching, Nate explains how fathers and entrepreneurs can build resilience, set healthy boundaries, and avoid burnout while leading teams and families. Nate highlights faith, leadership responsibility,...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Chris Michaels, founder of Storage Rebellion, shares how faith, fatherhood, and self-storage investing shaped his journey from financial pressure to business ownership. Based in Rochester, New York, Chris explains how overcoming debt, trusting God, and prioritizing family helped him build freedom without sacrificing integrity. Discover practical lessons for e...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Jay London, a commercial developer and custom homebuilder, shares lessons from growing up on a farm, going broke twice, and rebuilding through real estate. He explains why diversifying income matters, why chores build character, and why time with kids beats chasing paychecks. Learn how to pursue wealth without losing your family. Listen now on all major platf...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Aaron West, founder of The West Experience Real Estate Group in California’s Central Valley, shares lessons on leadership, marriage, fatherhood, and business growth. He explains how communication, self-awareness, and intentional goal setting shaped his success as a husband, dad, and entrepreneur. Aaron also discusses limiting beliefs, resilience, and philanth...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Darren Shearer, Founder and CEO of High Bridge Books, shares how faith, fatherhood, and entrepreneurship intersect in everyday life. From leading a Christian publishing company to discipling his three sons at home, he explains stewardship, purpose, and raising boys with strong values. Learn practical ways to lead your family and business with eternal impact....

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Chris Merz, a real estate investor, shares how entrepreneurship, intentional fatherhood, and real estate investing intersect. He explains building investor focused niches, balancing family with business growth, and learning leadership through marriage and parenting. Chris also discusses values driven decision-making, long-term wealth strategies, and raising c...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Jeremy Dyer, Founder and Managing Partner of Starting Point Capital and VP of Capital Formation at Rise48 Equity, shares how passive real estate investing helped him shift from career success to intentional family leadership. He explains moving from active investing to multifamily syndications, teaching entrepreneurship to children, and building generational...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Kevin Talcott, founder of Talcott Financial Coaching, shares how intentional money management reduces stress and strengthens families. He explains why habits drive financial outcomes, how budgeting improves marriage communication, and why preparation matters during life’s hardest moments. Kevin also connects financial leadership with fatherhood, faith, and lo...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Michael Wagner, investment consultant at The Storage Rebellion and founder of FeelingBetter.work , shares his journey from high performance success to deeper personal fulfillment. Michael explains how achievement, money, and impact alone did not resolve inner restlessness, and how healing emotional wounds reshaped his leadership as a husband, father, and entr...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Dan Hayden from Find Your Azimuth Coaching shares how Christian fathers can lead with calm, clarity, and confidence at home and in business. A retired Army officer and leadership coach, Dan explains how mental fitness and faith work together to reduce tension and build stronger family connections. He reflects on military leadership, fatherhood challenges, and...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, executive coach and founder of Veritas Leadership Group, Trent Booth, shares powerful insights on leadership, faith, and fatherhood shaped by more than 30 years of coaching experience. Trent explains how emotional intelligence, discipline, and stewardship influence both business success and strong family relationships. He explores redefining success, raising...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, marketing consultant and StoryBrand Certified Guide Sean Garner, founder of Sean Garner Consulting, shares his journey from early marriage and career struggles to building multiple successful businesses. Sean explains how faith, discipline, and clear messaging shaped his leadership as a father and entrepreneur. He discusses raising resilient kids, building le...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast Show, entrepreneur and coach Alex Pardo from Storage Wins shares how he designed his business around faith, family, and freedom. He opens up about his Cuban family roots, the lessons that shaped his approach to fatherhood, and how intentional planning guides both his parenting and his storage business. Hear practical insights on leadership at home and in entre...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Wayne Wagner Jr from Vizionary Wealth Management shares his journey of fatherhood, faith, and building a values driven legacy through entrepreneurship. Wayne discusses breaking generational patterns, raising business minded sons, and aligning wealth with long term impact. Wayne highlights intentional parenting, influence, and stewardship in both family and bu...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast Show, Christian coach and entrepreneur Justin Janowski from Faith2Influence shares how he built a values-driven coaching business while staying intentional as a husband, father, and man of faith. He opens up about leadership at home, healthy conflict, and the journey from early career struggles to running a thriving coaching company. Get practical insight on f...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast Show, real estate developer and author Jose Berlanga shares how fatherhood at 46 reshaped his view of business, marriage, and personal purpose. He discusses overcoming a turbulent childhood, navigating entrepreneurship while raising twins, and redefining success beyond financial results. Hear practical insights on presence, balance, and building a meaningful l...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Dr. Kelly Flanagan, licensed clinical psychologist and relationship coach, shares how open-hearted living can transform the way fathers lead at home and in business. Drawing from two decades of work with entrepreneurs and couples, Dr. Flanagan reveals how to stay emotionally present, regulate reactions, and guide families with compassion instead of control. L...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, real estate investor and ultra-runner Nick Simpson from Simwood Investments shares his deeply personal journey of fatherhood and entrepreneurship. Nick opens up about raising two children, including his daughter Ellie, who has a rare genetic syndrome, and how that shaped his drive to build a legacy through real estate. Discover how faith, family, and resilien...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, David Fraser, founder of Bunkie Life, shares how he turned a backyard project into a thriving business built on meaningful family connection. He discusses navigating entrepreneurship during uncertainty, balancing family and work, and teaching kids real-world lessons through business. Discover how David combines legacy, leadership, and love at home and in busi...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, leadership expert, entrepreneur, and U.S. Army veteran Schuyler Williamson from Austin, Texas, shares how faith, family, and business intertwine in his life. He reflects on lessons from combat, balancing marriage through military service, and how fatherhood shapes his leadership approach. Discover how clear priorities, identity, and values can strengthen both...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Ken Wimberly, founder of LaundryLuv, opens up about his personal journey through fatherhood, business, and resilience. He shares how his early struggles shaped his purpose, why intentional parenting matters, and how he balances entrepreneurship with being a present dad. Get inspired by lessons on leadership, love, and legacy. Listen now on all major platforms...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, entrepreneur and coach Chris Logan, founder of Virtual Wholesaling Made Simple, shares how he built a thriving real estate business while staying grounded as a husband and father. He opens up about the values his parents taught him, how faith shapes his family life, and why communication is key in business and marriage. Learn how Chris helps new investors cre...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast Show, entrepreneur and swag expert Jay Sapovits from Ink’d Stores shares his journey from addiction recovery to building a thriving promotional marketing company. He reflects on lessons from his parents, the role of marriage and fatherhood in shaping his path, and the importance of balancing ambition with family life. Gain insights into leadership, resilience,...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, high performance coach and real estate developer Alan Underwood shares practical ways entrepreneur dads can lead at home and win in business. From identity vision legacy to vision boards and daily affirmations, Alan explains systems that build presence with kids while accelerating results at work. He also updates his San Diego development projects and how str...

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Shawn Stratton, Business Optimization Specialist at Schooley Mitchell, shares how data driven vendor audits cut operating costs while protecting service quality and saving leaders time. He opens up about transitioning from expedition leadership and keynote speaking to franchised consulting, plus the identity roller coaster of being a stay at home dad to three...