The Present Father's Podcast

In this episode, Chrisman, the co-founder and CEO of Synthesis Education Company, discusses revolutionizing education through their innovative approach. They offer two products: Synthesis Teams, a team problem-solving game, and a superhuman tutor. The conversation covers topics such as the gender balance in their programs, the effectiveness of adaptive learning, the scalability of their model, the...

In this powerful episode, Terry Wilson Jr., a retired Green Beret with over 20 years of service in the Special Forces, shares his incredible journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a Sergeant Major and finding his true purpose beyond the military. Terry opens up about the sacrifices he made during his time in the military and the critical role his supportive spouse played in his success....

Daniel Hickman shares his journey of rediscovering his competitive edge and prioritizing his family. He discusses the influence of his father, the role of competition in personal growth, and the moment that sparked a change in his life. Daniel emphasizes the importance of being uncommon and not settling for a normal, unfulfilling life. He also highlights the need for strong leadership in marriage...

In this conversation, George Hayworth and Brendan Schlittler discuss the challenges faced by younger men in today's world when it comes to marriage and dating. They debunk the myth that younger men have no desire to get married and explore the reasons behind this perception. Brendan shares his personal experience of getting married at a young age and the intentional approach he took in finding a p...

Chris Lee, a former Green Beret, shares his journey from being a youth pastor to joining the Army and becoming a Green Beret. He talks about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the importance of having a clear vision and purpose in life. Chris emphasizes the need to not shy away from difficult challenges and to constantly strive to become the best version of oneself. He also discu...

Jacob Peters is the Co-Founder and CEO at Superpower.com, the world's most advanced healthcare platform for prevention and longevity. Prior to Superpower, Jacob started two companies worth over $500m by age 26 – all while overcoming a near-death health experience that left him without 3 major organs, a $2m hospital bill, and a prescription to medicate for life. After an extensive healing jou...

Dane Palarino is a husband and father who helps men reclaim their confidence and direction through fitness. He is the founder of Dad Bod Sculptors and is on a mission to help every man be fit and lead with confidence. Dane shares his story in this episode overcoming years of bad habits and compromising his values for the sake of others. He shares how much he struggled to respect himself and to hol...

Dino, also known as The Art of Purpose, shares his journey from being an educator to becoming a successful social media influencer. He started his social media account during the COVID-19 pandemic to spread positivity and inspire others. Dino emphasizes the importance of defining one's purpose and staying true to it. He offers advice on starting a business while keeping a day job and the financial...

After recording Episode 68 with Seth Gehle, we did a little debrief to unpack some of what we discussed. Seth's story is very heavy. He has overcome an incredible amount of abuse through childhood and has risen above it all. Here is the behind the scenes look at our candid conversation after recording the episode. You can hear his full story in episode 68 of the podcast

Denny Giamazzo is host of the Be The Standard Podcast and joins us in Episode 76 to share his life story. Denny had an incredibly difficult upbringing. He never knew his father. His mother had him when she was very young and she struggled with severe substance abuse. Denny's early childhood is marked by very difficult circumstances. Later in life Denny joined the Army National Guard and deployed t...

Happy 4th of July Ladies and Gentlemen! This is a Star-Spangled Special episode to celebrate Independence day with our legendary guest @Butterworthdasyrup. He's a man who's taken the internet by storm, making hilariously wholesome content! This mustachioed superstar joins us for this Freedom Loving Special! Strap in, grab a can of liquid freedom and try to hang on to your fingers and toes this 4th...

In this joint episode with Denny Paul from the Be the Standard podcast and Seth Gale from Go Beyond the Shadows, the three Army veterans discuss the best and worst aspects of Army life. They share funny and wild stories, as well as reflect on the importance of Memorial Day. The worst thing about the Army, according to Denny and Seth, is the constant hurry up and wait, where soldiers are expected t...

Harrison Schenck is helping dads at Sherwood kids, Fatherizer Incubator and the Dad Biz Podcast. He is a Husband, Father, Social Media writer and thought leader and is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill. In this episode, Harrison discusses his journey as a father and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of men setting a positive example and being involved in their children's lives. Harrison also...

In this episode, Rick, the father of the twins, shares his story of overcoming adversity and achieving success. Despite a difficult upbringing with an abusive alcoholic father, Rick made a choice to not let his circumstances define him. He worked hard, saved money, and eventually became a successful salesman. Rick emphasizes the importance of never accepting defeat and always striving for success....

Dr. Arjun Nanda is a husband and father and he is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist currently working at Monterey County Behavioral health, where he serves as Medical Team Lead of the Children's System of Care. He also consults for startups in the mental health spaces providing clinical expertise. He completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University - Metrohealth and child psychiatry fe...

In this conversation, Dustin interviews his grandfather, Robert Burnham, discussing family, values, work ethic, and the importance of giving back. They explore the influence of family members, the impact of reading, and the significance of community involvement. Robert shares stories from his life, including his experiences with famous individuals and his work on the railroad. The conversation del...

Codey Gandy is a husband, father, former U.S. Marine, and currently a leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor for Echelon Front. Codey spent just over 5 years working as a ground combat leader for various units in the Marine Corps. He brings unmatched experience in demonstrating combat leadership in dynamic environments, building winning teams, and developing relationships across all...

Rajeev Puri, MD, is a board-certified Surgical Hospitalist who came to Health First from Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Maine. He has expertise in trauma care, laparoscopic surgery and general surgery. Dr. Puri is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is accredited in rib plating in trauma. He received the Mohan Das Award for Outstanding Chief Resident in 2011 from Einstein M...

Seth Gehle is a multi-talented individual, excelling as an ultra marathon runner, BJJ athlete, veteran, speaker, and author. Despite facing a tumultuous upbringing marked by adversity and hardship, Seth has emerged as a powerful advocate for resilience and self-empowerment. As a speaker, he inspires audiences to harness their inner strength and overcome life's challenges with unwavering determinat...

Matt Murphy is a husband, father, former Green Beret and now serves as President for the Sentinel Foundation for US. (https://foundationsentinel.org/) In this episode we uncover the sinister and brutal world of child sex trafficking. This pervasive problem is destroying millions of lives, daily. Matt is uniquely positioned to speak about how serious this issue is and give specific advice for paren...

Grant Smith is a Husband, Father, Soldier, and Leader. In this powerful episode, Grant shares the details of his story: his struggles, fears, failures, and most importantly the lessons he has learned along the way. This episode is full of strong advice and wisdom for everyone. Grant's sole mission is to help others succeed where he has failed. His heart's desire to give the leadership and teaching...

Nick Koumalatsos is a former Marine Raider and Recon Marine. He is an entrepreneur (most notably owner of Johnny Slicks) and he is a devoted husband and father. In this episode we explore why men suffer and what we must do to raise the next generation of young men to be modern day knights. Men are Lonely, Angry, Tired, and Stressed. We uncover why in this episode. Learn more about Nick's Programs...

Steve Eckert shares his journey of overcoming adversity and turning his suffering into a superpower. He emphasizes the importance of being intentional, setting boundaries, and having fun as a man. He also discusses the significance of being a man of your word and keeping promises to yourself. Steve highlights the value of reading books, particularly those on stoic philosophy and emotional intellig...

Our guest in this episode is Penny2x. Penny, a single father of three daughters, shares his perspective on fatherhood and his mission to make the world a better place for his kids. He discusses the positive and negative aspects of social media and the importance of free speech. Penny also emphasizes the need for critical thinking and communication skills in raising his children. He touches on the...

In this episode I sit down with Nick Alfano, founder of The Program. Nick is a successful serial entrepreneur and former attorney who has embarked on a transformative mission to empower men to build the lives they truly desire. Nick is a husband and father on top of his business ventures. In this episode, Nick gets vulnerable with his personal story, sharing the painful details of his childhood an...