The DAUGHTERED Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Daniel Hong is a father of two daughters, fitness coach, cancer survivor, and founder of DH Fit Inc. , where he helps busy parents build sustainable health habits that actually fit inside real life. In this episode, Daniel and Oscar have an honest conversation about fatherhood, burnout, identity, fitness, and the emotional weight many dads silently carry while trying to provide fo...

Send us Fan Mail Stress can either control us… or sharpen us. In this solo episode, Oscar talks about the pressure his family is navigating during a major transition and how stress impacts fathers, marriages, and daughters more than we realize. A conversation about emotional shutdown, resilience, stress inoculation, mindfulness, and teaching our daughters how to handle pressure in healthy ways. 00...

Send us Fan Mail What does your daughter learn from you — even when you’re not trying to teach? In this episode, we explore the deeper side of fatherhood — the kind that challenges your identity, your ego, and the way you show up every day. I’m joined by Christopher Veal , a TEDx speaker, Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, and author of The Whole Man: Evolving Masculinity, and the host of The...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Daughtered Podcast, I sit down with Chip Scholz, a leadership coach, author of "Small Decisions Big Shifts" & "Every Dog Has Its Day", woodworker, and father of three daughters, for a powerful conversation on fatherhood, leadership, and the quiet weight of being a dad. Chip shares his unique journey into fatherhood, stepping in as a d...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to show up as a father of daughters? In this episode of The Daughtered Podcast, I sit down with Yusef Marshall—host of One on One with Mr. Yu , certified high-performance coach, leadership coach, minister, speaker, and proud father of three daughters, to dive deep into fatherhood, legacy, and what it takes to raise strong, confident daughters in today’s wo...

Send us Fan Mail Breaking generational trauma as a father starts with the courage to face what you’ve been avoiding. In this deeply honest episode of The Daughtered Podcast , Oscar sits down with Jennifer Chase , founder of Rise Addiction Life Coaching, whose story spans generations of trauma, addiction, healing, and family restoration.  Jennifer opens up about growing up in a home marked by alcoh...

Send us Fan Mail Strength as a father had less to do with muscles—and everything to do with resilience. In this episode, Oscar sits down with Mitchell Osmond, founder of Dad Nation Podcast and a coach who helps high-performing men reclaim their home, health, and happiness without sacrificing career success . Mitchell shares his powerful personal story of rebuilding his life, restoring his marriage...

Send us Fan Mail Becoming a father isn't the reason to stop chasing hard things… It's a the reason to dream bigger! In this episode, Oscar sits down with a fellow father, Chris Avery , preparing for an incredible challenge: running 31 miles every day for 365 days around the perimeter of America. But the real conversation goes deeper than the miles. This episode explores how fatherhood re...

Send us Fan Mail Most dads don’t miss it on purpose… they just don’t realize it’s happening. In this episode, we dive into a realization that hits hard once you see it— the time you think you have with your kids isn’t what you think. Not the time in the same house. Not the time spent driving them around. But the real, meaningful connection time. This conversation unpacks how many fathers unintenti...

Send us Fan Mail What does it look like to fight for your daughter without letting ego destroy the relationship? In this episode of The DAUGHTERED Podcast , Oscar sits down with Rory Paquette for a real, honest conversation about fatherhood, divorce, masculinity, and the weight dads carry when raising daughters. Rory is a father, podcast host, podcast coach, public speaking coach, and mentor who h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Daughtered Podcast , I sit down with Dr. Susan Schwartz , a Jungian analyst, clinical psychologist, and author of The Absent Father Effect on Daughters . With decades of experience working with women across all stages of life, Dr. Schwartz has seen firsthand how a father’s emotional presence — or absence — can shape a daughter’s identity, confidence, and rel...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be a strong father? In this episode, I sit down with Marine Corps officer, children’s book author, and founder of Parent Child Connect, Olaolu , to talk about raising daughters and sons in today’s culture. We dive into: The power of community (especially in military life) Why perception shapes how kids see “present fathers” The difference between being...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a 20+ year educator — who has worked with thousands of children — becomes a father of twin daughters? In this episode, Oscar sits down with Kyle Hill, longtime educator, intervention leader, professor, and father, to unpack what decades inside classrooms have taught him about raising daughters at home. Kyle has spent over two decades helping children with: • ADHD...

Send us Fan Mail Why are you a father? Why should you show up when it’s hard? Why does being a dad actually matter? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Paul Wandrey of the Why Dad Podcast to unpack the question most men never slow down enough to answer. We talk about grief, miscarriage, losing a child, emotional exhaustion, anger, therapy, and the pressure to be the “strong oak” for you...

Send us Fan Mail What if the most powerful influence on your daughter’s future isn’t what you tell her — but how you show up when life gets stressful? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lindsay Emmerson , a psychologist and parent coach, to break down the science behind how children actually learn from their parents — and why modeling matters more than lectures. We explore: The difference betwee...

Send us Fan Mail Season 3 of The Daughtered Podcast is here—and it goes deeper than ever. This season isn’t about how to raise strong daughters. It’s about how raising daughters shapes stronger, more mindful, more present men . In this short solo episode, host Oscar Peña—father of three daughters—shares what’s ahead in Season 3, including weekly conversations with psychologists, educators, enduran...

Send us Fan Mail In the Season 2 finale of the Daughter podcast, Oscar Peña shares valuable lessons learned throughout the season. Key insights include the importance of modeling behavior, the balance between high standards and perfectionism, the power of apologizing, and the significance of emotional availability. Oscar emphasizes the role of gratitude and self-reflection in fatherhood, the impac...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful conversation, Oscar sits down with Evan Sanchez , life coach and founder of New Grad Launchpad Coaching , to talk about the often-ignored phase of fatherhood: coaching our kids through early adulthood . Evan works closely with parents of teens and new grads navigating what he calls the quarter-life crisis —a stage filled with uncertainty, anxiety, and pressure for...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be “the example of what right looks like”—at home, not just at work? In this episode of The Daughtered Podcast , Oscar sits down with  William C. Spears , a U.S. Navy submarine warfare officer who writes on leadership, ethics, and military life—and the author of Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy .  Even though William is a father of three boys , his mess...

Send us Fan Mail What does real leadership at home actually look like — and why do our daughters expose the gaps faster than anyone else? In this powerful episode of The Daughtered Podcast , Oscar sits down with Albert Butler for an honest, deeply personal conversation about fatherhood, marriage, emotional intelligence, and what it truly means to lead your family well. Albert Butler is a CPA, MBA,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Daughtered Podcast, Oscar sits down with Kim Worrell , a certified life coach for teen girls and young women, and a certified Positive Psychology Coach based in Providence, Rhode Island. Kim is the founder of KBW Coaching , where she blends life coaching and positive psychology to help girls navigate today’s complex world, build confidence, and move forward...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Daughter Podcast, Oscar is joined by The Real Life Wolverine, Brandon Mancini, a Marine Corps veteran, husband, father, strength coach, and founder of BMF Coaching . With 20+ years in coaching, he has helped thousands of men rebuild their bodies, discipline, and identity through what he calls whole-life strength. His story gained national attention after sur...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Daughter podcast, Oscar delves into the transformative power of gratitude, especially in the busy lives of fathers. As Thanksgiving approaches, he shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on how practicing gratitude can benefit both fathers and their daughters. Highlighting the difference between superficial and genuine gratitude, he details how father...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Daughter Podcast, Oscar is joined by "Big D" Dan Sachkowsky —a father and entrepreneur who has built businesses, leads teams, and coaches men on becoming better leaders in their homes and their careers. He’s known for his straightforward approach to values, legacy, and personal standards. But what really stands out is how deeply fatherhood has shap...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Daughtered Podcast, Oscar welcomes Anil Gupta. They call him  The Love Doctor — and for good reason. Anil is a world-renowned relationship expert, TEDx speaker, and author of the bestselling book Immediate Happiness . He’s shared stages with icons like Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama, coaching families, couples, and leaders in over 18 countries. Through h...