The Dad Edge Podcast

Have you ever asked yourself: "Is money a constant source of stress in our family?" "How do we teach our kids financial smarts without being preachy?" "Are we making the right financial moves for our family's future?" If these questions hit home, today's conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating your family's financial journey. Larry Hagner sits down with Sophia Yudkowsky , a seasoned fi...

What If Obedience Isn't the Same as Respect? We all want to raise good kids — respectful, obedient, and successful. But what if obedience is just compliance… no connection? In this episode, I dive deep into the final chapter of Netflix's Adolescence , and the heartbreaking unraveling of Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy whose silent pain led to tragedy. His father, Eddie, never saw it coming. Why? B...

What does it really take for your teenager to trust you with everything? Are you creating a home where your wife feels truly safe to open up? Could a father-son conversation reveal the surprising answers? Today I'm bringing you something truly special: a replay of one of the most meaningful live Q&A sessions I've ever recorded. This one goes way back to 2023, and I had my oldest son, Ethan, who wa...

Have you ever achieved your biggest dreams, only to find they leave you feeling empty?  What happens when the spotlight fades, and you're left facing the shadows within? Today, Larry Hagner sits down with Michael Gazzo —a platinum DJ, internationally touring musician, and now a transformational coach with a story that's as captivating as his music. From remixing for pop icons like Ariana Grande to...

Ever look at your kids and see echoes of your own struggles? Today, Larry Hagner dives into a powerful and often uncomfortable truth: the unhealed wounds we carry as fathers can cast unseen shadows on our children. Inspired by the Netflix series "Adolescence," this episode unpacks the subtle yet significant ways our unresolved childhood pain impacts our ability to connect with and truly support ou...

Are you pulling your hair out trying to motivate your kids? Do chores feel like a constant battle in your house? Is homework a never-ending saga of lollygagging and procrastination for you too? If so, then this episode of The Dad Edge is definitely for you . I'm revisiting one of our most popular Q&A sessions because it's packed with the kind of crowdsourced wisdom that can really help  us crack t...

Have you ever asked yourself: "Why am I not achieving my full potential?" "How can I break free from these negative thought patterns?" "Is it possible to truly manifest the life I desire?" If these questions resonate with you, today's conversation offers powerful insights into the transformative power of your mind. Joining me is Rudi Riekstins —a high-performance mindset coach, entrepreneur, and d...

We often wear busyness like a badge of honor. Providing, building, grinding. But what if all that hustle is costing us the one thing our kids truly need—connection? In this episode, I break down episode three of Netflix's Adolescence and the subtle ways fathers like Jamie's dad, Eddie, lose emotional ground with their kids. Not through abuse. Not through neglect. But through the quiet drift that h...

Are you ready to build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship? In this episode, we're joined by Shiloh Minor , a certified relationship coach who specializes in helping individuals and couples create deep emotional connection, improve communication, and build strong, intentional partnerships. Shiloh brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, drawing from her expertise in emotional intelligence,...

Have you ever asked yourself: "Why can't I just stop overthinking?" "Is this constant worrying normal for men?" "How can I quiet the noise in my head and be more present?" If these questions keep you up at night, you're not alone. Today's conversation offers a lifeline to a calmer, more focused mind. Joining me is Dr. Jett Stone —a clinical psychologist, author, and fellow dad. His new book, Quiet...

What If "I Know My Kid" Isn't Enough? We all like to think we know our kids. That they're good. That they're okay. But what if being "present" isn't the same as being connected? In this episode, I dive into the gut-wrenching lessons from the hit Netflix series Adolescence, unpacking the story of Jamie Miller — a 13-year-old boy whose silent struggles lead to a heartbreaking tragedy that blindsides...

Is your marriage on the brink? Are you ready to give up hope? This episode brings you a powerful story of resilience and the transformative power of community. We delve into Tara and Tim's journey, a couple who stared divorce in the face and found a path back to each other. For over 20 years, Tara and Tim Katzman walked the line between love and separation. But in 2023, Tim made a life-changing de...

Are you staring at your marriage wondering where the spark went?  Do you feel more like roommates than lovers?  Or are you sensing a drift, unsure how to change course?  You're not alone, and this episode offers a raw and honest look at reigniting connection. Joining us is John Kim , the no-holds-barred therapist known as The Angry Therapist . A bestselling author and licensed Marriage and Family...

How often do we wait for motivation to show up—especially when it comes to our kids? I've been there too, thinking it would just "hit me" when the time was right. But here's what life has taught me: real motivation isn't found; it's built through action. In this episode, I'm getting real about what motivation actually looks like when you're a dad. I'm sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how my...

What does it truly mean to be a good father, especially when life throws you curveballs like divorce and blended families? Today, Larry Hagner connects with JJ Carlson, a dedicated member and coach within the Dad Edge Alliance, who shares his powerful and relatable journey through the complexities of modern fatherhood. Reignite your marriage:  www.thedadedge.com/extraordinary-marriage JJ Carlson d...

Transform your parent-teen relationship this May!   https://www.macdermottmethod.com/parent-teen-relationship-reset Use code DADEDGE30 for 30% - valid only May 2025 Today's guest, Kristin MacDermott is a licensed marriage and family therapist, author, and creator of The MacDermott Method with over a decade of research in resilience. Her resilience training curriculum has been validated in four stu...

How often do we find ourselves waiting for motivation to magically appear, especially in our closest relationships?  I've been there too, more times than I'd like to admit. But here's the hard truth I've learned: motivation isn't a reliable spark; it's something we create. In this deeply personal episode, I'm getting raw and honest about the reality of motivation in marriage. I'm sharing behind-th...

Are you truly connecting with your wife and kids, or just going through the motions? Today, Cam Hall shares his transformative journey from chasing "shredded abs" to understanding the profound power of intentional conversations in marriage and fatherhood. Reignite your marriage:  www.thedadedge.com/extraordinary-marriage Cam Hall's story reveals that building a strong family isn't about outward ap...

Gentlemen, are you tired of the paycheck-to-paycheck grind?  Today, we're cracking the code to "free money" and building a financial legacy that lasts generations. Dr. Paul Blake , founder of Financial HEIRs, joins us to reveal psychological hacks that can transform your financial future and teach your kids to make million-dollar decisions before they even graduate college. Dr. Paul Blake isn't ju...

How many times have you been stuck waiting for that magical lightning bolt of motivation to finally get things done? I know I have, countless times . But here's the truth I've learned, and it's what I want to share with you today: motivation is a lie we tell ourselves. In this episode, I'm laying it all out. I'm not waiting for some feeling to strike me before I tackle what needs to be done, and n...

Are you ready to face life's toughest battles with unwavering faith? Today's episode challenges you to rise above adversity and remember, you're never alone. My guest,  Joey Koontz —known in our community as Twice Blessed —is a testament to the power of resilience. Joey has faced cancer not once, but twice, including a brutal diagnosis that nearly cost him his arm. Yet, he's emerged with unshakabl...

Let's face it, men. There's a silent struggle many of us face, one that eats away at our relationships, our self-respect, and our ability to be present fathers and husbands: porn addiction. Yeadon Smith is a husband, father of four redheads, apartment buyer, mentor at My First Million In Multifamily, co-host of the "Porn to Purpose" podcast , and the Co-Founder of Live Oak Capital, a commercial re...

How many times have you told yourself, ' I'll start when I feel more motivated? '  Stop lying to yourself. Motivation is a myth .  It's fleeting, unreliable.  If you're waiting for it, you're wasting your life . This episode dismantles the motivation myth and reveals the true driver of action: DISCIPLINE .   Become the best husband and leader you can: www.thedadedge.com/mastermind   Larry Hagner c...

Gentlemen, are you coasting, or are you building a legacy? Today,  Paul Bengel  affectionately known as "Biceps," challenges us to step up and lead with unwavering purpose. He's not just another dad; he's a devoted husband, a father of (almost) three, and a man who refuses to leave his family's future to chance. From his days on the football field, playing center and tight end, to his current role...

Are you staring at your life, wondering how you got here? Feeling like you're doing everything right, yet something's profoundly off? James Davis , co-founder of The Midlife Mentors, knows this struggle firsthand. He built a thriving retreat business in Ibiza, only to watch his marriage crumble in his 40s. Left alone, he hit rock bottom. But what he did next transformed his life, leading him to cr...