Explore every episode of the podcast Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast To Reduce Stress & Build Confidence In Fatherhood
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| #145. 5 Reasons Dads Yell More Than They Want To—And How To Stop It for Good | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:19:00 | |
Ever find yourself yelling at your kids and instantly regretting it? You're not alone, and there's a reason it keeps happening. Many dads know yelling isn't helpful, but feel stuck in the cycle of stress, overwhelm, and emotional outbursts. In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind why dads yell - and more importantly, how to stop.
Listen now to gain control of your emotions, build trust with your kids, and break the yelling cycle for good. ----- 👉 Download our free "7 Step Guide to Stop Yelling" here: https://dadcentral.ca/7-step-guide-to-stop-yelling/ This simple, practical tool has helped hundreds of dads shift from reactivity to connection - without feeling like they're losing control. ----- Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #144. Why Your Kids Aren't Reading—And 3 Powerful Shifts Dads Can Make To Fix It | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:16:42 | |
Are screens stealing your child's attention - and making reading feel like a chore instead of a joy? In this episode we talk through a dilemma every modern dad faces: how to raise readers in a world where streaming, scrolling, and screens dominate your child's attention. If you've ever felt stuck watching your kids swipe past books for games or shows, this episode delivers solutions you can actually use.
Hit play to learn how you can make reading a fun, consistent habit in your home - even if your kids are glued to their devices. ----- Want to be a great dad but sometimes feel unsure or second-guess yourself? The Confident Dad Bundle gives you practical, age-by-age guidance for every stage — from newborns to teens. Inside you'll find child development tips, screen-time guidelines, activity ideas, reading roadmaps, and positive discipline strategies. Everything you need to parent with more clarity, calm, and confidence — all in one bundle. Get it now for only $47 (regularly $97). ----- Timestamps 00:00:00 – Welcome & Introduction ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #135. 5 Signs Your Child May Be Struggling With Mental Health (And How Dads Can Respond) | 01 Sep 2025 | 00:21:16 | |
Is your child's behavior just a "phase," or could it be a sign of something deeper? In today's episode we unpack the hidden signals that your child may be struggling with their mental health - and the crucial role dads play in shaping emotional well-being. With 1 in 5 kids facing mental health challenges, ignoring the signs can leave your child feeling unseen and unsupported. By tuning in, you'll discover:
Press play now to gain the insights and tools you need to recognize the signs, respond with confidence, and strengthen your bond with your child. ----- Want to be a more confident, connected dad? Join our free Fatherhood Fundamentals course for simple steps to manage time, find balance, and lead your family well. Sign up free today – your family will thank you. https://dadcentral.ca/ ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #44 How "Authentically Relating" During Fatherhood Helps David Waranch Integrate Work and Family | 22 May 2023 | 00:49:26 | |
In this episode we talk with David Waranch, a professional coach, practicing attorney, and the host of the Authentic Dad Podcast. Join us as we explore the "authentic relationship" movement and its impact on fatherhood. David shares his insights on how to integrate family into a busy life and reduce feelings of overwhelm. Drawing from his extensive experience as a coach and father, he provides practical strategies for creating meaningful connections with our loved ones amidst the chaos of daily life. In this thought-provoking conversation, we discuss the importance of self-reflection and vulnerability in building authentic relationships with our children and partners. David's unique perspective offers a fresh approach to fatherhood, emphasizing the significance of open communication, setting boundaries, and finding balance. Whether you're a new dad or a seasoned parent, this episode of Dad Central will inspire you to embrace authenticity, prioritize your family, and navigate the challenges of modern fatherhood with grace and intention. Tune in now for an enriching discussion on building meaningful connections with the ones who matter most. About David Waranch Since I was a child, I was fascinated with personal growth and how to achieve it. I devoured books, movies, seminars, philosophy classes (and now podcasts). I consider myself a student of life because I am a work-in-progress and always becoming. One of my favorite artists, Bob Dylan, put it this way- " He (or she) not busy being born is busy dying." I am married, have 2 amazing children, and have been a practicing attorney since 2005. I'm passionate about helping other fathers thrive in their relationships and uncover (or rediscover) their real selves. Links:
About The Dad Central Show: Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #43 Two Simple Secrets Adam Hart Uses To Retrain His Brain To Reduce Stress & Enjoy Fatherhood | 15 May 2023 | 00:47:18 | |
In this episode Ed and Drew talk to Adam Hart, creator of Clear Impact - a self care community. He's also a father of two, an international speaker and best-selling author who's mission is to help busy parents transform their quality of life. We start the conversation by Adam sharing about his early sugar addiciton and how that eventually led to anxiety and depression. We also learn about the challenges he faced and the steps he took to overcome his unhealthy habits. He talks about the surprising activity that led to him finding a new path and overcoming food cravings. As we go deeper, Adam shares the simple and practical lessons he's learned to create a life of health, peace and energy balance in place of the frenetic stress and overhwelm he used to feel. He also talks about how important his personal growth has been to his development as a father and partner. This conversation gives dads simple and doable steps to improve their physical, mental and emotional health...and all it takes are two simple secrets! About Adam Hart Adam Hart is an International Speaker & best selling author who's mission is to help busy parents transform their quality of life and develop deeply connected relationships with their partners and children. Focusing on nervous system regulation, energetic attraction and natural holistic wellness practices, Adam leads a group based coaching program with his 6-step "Unleash Your Energy" process for living aligned to the best versions of ourselves possible. Links for Adam:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #42 Why Your Loving Presence as Dad is Enough to Parent Boys Peacefully | 08 May 2023 | 00:54:48 | |
Join hosts Ed Gough and Drew Soleyn on The Dad Central Show as they sit down with Tosha Schore, the creator of Parenting Boys Peacefully. With a passion for building community and creating a safe space for dads to engage in parenting, Tosha shares her personal story and journey to working with fathers. The conversation delves into the two key areas of parenting boys peacefully: working on oneself and getting into "good enough" parenting shape. Tosha emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's own emotional well-being in order to be a better parent, and shares practical tips for managing stress and emotions. Tosha also discusses the importance of connection and relationship-building with sons, and offers strategies for creating a strong bond. Through her work, Tosha aims to empower dads to be more engaged and intentional in their parenting, and to create a peaceful and fulfilling family life. This episode is a must-listen for any father looking to build stronger connections with their sons and become a more intentional and peaceful parent. About Tosha Schore Tosha is mom to three boys and an advocate for boys and their families. She is on a mission to create a more peaceful world, one sweet boy at a time by supporting you to care for yourself, connect with your boy deeply, set limits lovingly, and play wildly! She brings a burst of energy and optimism to parenting, and is an expert at simple solutions to what feel like overwhelmingly complicated problems. Through her online community and courses, Tosha helps break the isolation of modern parenting and lifts your confidence so you're better equipped to face the challenges of raising young boys. Links for Tosha: About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #41 Three Fundamental Skills For Dads to Guide Their Teens To Succeed & Reduce Stress | 01 May 2023 | 00:49:49 | |
On this episode of the Dad Central Show, hosts Ed Gough Jr. and Drew Soleyn talk with Jim White, author of "How to be the parent your teenager needs you to be." With over 40 years of experience studying personal growth, marriage and parenting, Jim shares his expertise and offers practical advice for parents navigating the teenage years. Jim discusses his three fundamentals that every parent needs to have in order to parent their pre-teen and teens. He's very passionate about helping parents shift from a control mindset to an empowerment mindset. He emphasizes the importance of active listening and open communication to better understand your teen's perspective. The conversation also covers the role of technology and social media in today's world and how parents can help their teens develop healthy habits and relationships with technology. Throughout the episode, Jim provides practical tips and strategies for building a stronger relationship with your teen, such as quality time, shared experiences, and understanding their love language. He stresses the importance of a supportive and loving environment for a teenager's emotional and mental well-being. This episode is a valuable resource for any parent seeking to strengthen their relationship with their teenager and navigate the challenges of parenting during these crucial years. About Jim White I am an author, coach and founder of the Family Enrichment Academy. I have spent the last 40 years studying the topics of personal development, marriage and parenting. More importantly, I have also spent those 40 years applying these lessons and living my life as a husband, a father to 6 children and a grandfather to 12 … Papa Jim. The mission of The Family Enrichment Academy is to share 40 years of lessons and hard earned wisdom. To empower parents to be the hero within their families. To teach the principles, values and beliefs that will lead to a "successful family". A family full of peace, joy, warmth, and love. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #40 A Father's Heart: Young Han's Quest for Stronger Family Bonds In Fatherhood | 24 Apr 2023 | 00:37:07 | |
In this episode of the Dad Central Show, we talk with Young Han, an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor who also created The Girl Dad Show as a resource for working parents who want to be intentional in their lives. Young shares his personal story and how noticing depressive symptoms and taking time for personal refelction helped him realize that he needed to make changes in his life. He also discusses the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur and how he found a balance between work and family life. He emphasizes the importance of being intentional about financial planning and prioritizing time with family. Young shares some practical tips on how he is able to play and bond with his children, including setting aside dedicated time for family activities and finding ways to connect with his children's interests. He also discusses the importance of teamwork with his wife in raising their kids and managing their home. As an investor and advisor, Young has seen the benefits of balancing family life and business. He talks about how his family has become his motivation and how this has led to better decisions for his business. Overall, this episode of the Dad Central Show is a valuable resource for fathers who are seeking to balance work and family life. Young's story serves as a reminder of the importance of being intentional about what we want in life and prioritizing our time and resources accordingly. His practical tips on playing with kids, working with a partner and financial planning can help fathers achieve a fulfilling family life. About Young Han Full Time Dad, Full Time Professional Young Han hosts The Girl Dad Show, where he tackles his personal goal of becoming the best parent he can be over a series of diverse interviews with fellow working parents. The Girl Dad Show is a must listen for young professionals attempting to plan out their futures, current working parents looking for new perspectives, and everyone in between. Links:
About the Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #39 Inspiring Dads to Kiss Their Sons: One Man's Journey Out of Depression | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:57:48 | |
In this episode Ed and Drew talk to Mark Craven, Author of the book, Dads, Kiss Your Sons. Mark's book released in March 2023 and by March 31 became #1 on Amazon's bestseller list. This episode explores Mark's personal journey from childhood adversity leading up to his release of his new book. In this real, transparent, and authentic conversation, Mark opens up about the shocking twists in his story and how it has impacted his relationship with his own son. He shares how he overcame depression and how it led him to write his book, which has inspired many fathers to reconnect and strengthen their bond with their sons. If you're a father who wants to deepen your relationship with your son or someone who has experienced depression, this episode is for you. Join us as we delve deep into Mark's personal reflections and learn from his inspiring story of triumph over adversity. About Mark Craven I am a dreamer. A big dreamer. And I have full faith and absolute belief that we've been given our dreams for a purpose and that purpose unfolds as we pursue our dreams. I've worked in Higher Education for over a decade helping students achieve their academic goals. Helping them see that their lofty dreams weren't so lofty and in fact achievable. Nothing has brought me more joy in my professional life than seeing people find their footing in an unsure and unfamiliar environment to achieve what they set out to do. In my personal life, nothing has brought me more joy than becoming a dad. I've written several books on goal attainment and dreams but my upcoming release, "Dads, Kiss Your Sons", holds powerful messages for men to become their fullest selves, openly love their little boys, and so much more. I was terrified to become a dad because I never had a dad and had a terrible relationship with my mom. I'm so thankful I sat through that fear long enough to come out on the other side to experience a love like I truly con't explain. I want all dads to feel that. I want all sons to have their dads with them. Find Mark's book here: https://www.dadskissyoursons.com/ Links for Mark:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #38 How Moms and Dads Differ in Their Parenting and What Research Reveals | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:34:21 | |
This week Ed and Drew talk with Rachel Minkin, a research associate at the PEW Research Centre. PEW Research Centre is a fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. Rachel's work included the recently published report: Parenting in America Today, which was created from a study conducted to better understand how American parents approach parenting. In the conversation we explore the highlights of the research and talk about what it could mean for parents. We also learn more about PEW research and how the data is collected. The main findings of the survey offer validation for what parents are currently experiencing, but also breakdown unique differences in four key areas:
If you're curious to learn what other parents feel, and if you're not alone in your experieince, this may be just what you need to hear. About PEW Research Centre Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. PEW conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, content analysis and other data-driven social science research. The centre does not take policy positions. The PEW's mission is to generate a foundation of facts that enriches the public dialogue and supports sound decision-making. The centre is nonprofit, nonpartisan and nonadvocacy. They value independence, objectivity, accuracy, rigor, humility, transparency and innovation. Read more About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #37 How to Go From Broken Body to Better Health In Just Minutes a Day & Reduce Stress During Fatherhood | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:45:07 | |
Welcome to The Dad Central Show, a podcast dedicated to helping dads be their best and raise confident and successful kids. Today we host Charlie Cates, a sports performance coach, personal trainer, and co-founder of the Exercise is Health method. Charlie shares his insights on how dads can improve their overall health and wellbeing using this unique approach. Early in the conversation you'll learn about Charlie's physical breakdown that impacted his journey to discovering health and longevity using exercise. As Charlie shares more you'll hear him talk about the mindset shift that can help dads get moving just a little bit more, and how big an impact that can have on improving your overall health. He also discussed the challenges of being a dad, business owner and partner while also juggling your health. Charlie has two young children and knows firsthand what dads face in the process of staying consistent. His approach helps dads make practical steps towards better health, and it only takes a few minutes a day. This conversation will inspire dads to honestly assess their approach and see what simple change may help them move towards better health. About Charlie Cates Charlie has been helping men develop their strength and athleticism since 2008. A former college athlete turned sports performance coach at the collegiate and professional levels, he has taken his knowledge of athletic and muscle-building performance and combined it with an advanced education in biomechanics, physiology, and biochemistry to help men in their 30s and beyond build their strength and health without injury. Links:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #36 Parenting Expert and TED Speaker Alyson Schafer Shares Parenting Tools for Dads To Us Throughout Fatherhood | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:58:40 | |
In this episode we host internationally acclaimed family counselor, parenting expert, We explore Alyson's perspective on the relationships she sees between dads and kids, how to develop the right foundation in parenting, and dealing with toddler tantrums in the flow of an energetic and lively conversation. Alyson provides dads a lot of practical tools and insight into how to build strong, trusting relationships. At the end Alyson offers what she believes is the most important practice for dads. You don't want to miss this episode - it's filled with nuggets you can apply right now. About Alyson Schafer, Acclaimed Parenting Expert Alyson Schafer is one of Canada's leading parenting experts. She promotes a firm but friendly "democratic parenting" style and offers practical solutions backed by extensive evidence based research. Armed with years of research and clinical experience, Alyson presents concepts from 'depth psychology' on stages around the world. Parents seek solutions and Alyson's forte is delivering actionable tactics that arms parents with the skills and confidence they need to face modern life challenges. Using humour and relatable storytelling, she provides a fresh and positive understanding of family dynamics. "The end goal is to raise resilient, caring and capable kids – and have fun along the way!" -Alyson Schafer https://alysonschafer.com/About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact | |||
| #35 The Critical Steps Dads Must Take To Be Prepared Financially Throughout Fatherhood with Jay Gabrani | 20 Mar 2023 | 00:59:06 | |
In this episode Ed and Drew talk to Jay Gabrani, the founder of Prepared Fathers. Jay is a dad to three teenagers who lost his wife in 2014. Prior to losing his wife, he held a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and spent the majority of his adult life as an entrepreneur and real estate investor. While he worked through the emotional and financial fallout from his wife's tragic death, he found the process to be very challenging - even with his professional experiences in finance. As a result, he founded Prepared Fathers to help dads prepare their families financially for every circumstance, not just tragedy. This discussion focusses on Jay's personal story, but also the process of preparing yourself and your family financially. We explore the important steps dads should be taking right from the start to support a healthy financial future. We cover basic principles and practical steps for dads in this all important area of fatherhood. Jay demonstrates his personal strength, professional skills and passion for helping fathers and families achieve their future goals through this conversation. We know you'll take something away that you can apply right now! Get your free download of Jay's "Financial Lessons I Teach My Teenagers", exclusively for listeners of this show here: https://www.preparedfathers.com/dadcentral About Jay Gabrani and Prepared Fathers After his first child was born in 2005, Jay jumped into the world of real estate investing. Despite several challenges along the way, he built a multiple seven-figure real estate portfolio. That portfolio helped him take a multi-year sabbatical to deal with heartbreaking personal tragedy when his wife passed away in 2014. This experience lead Jay to reevaluate the purpose of his life while on sabbatical. Before his wife passed away, Jay thought he was financially prepared. After going through the experience of being the executor of his wife's estate, he realized he wasn't. Today, Jay makes an impact raising his three children and empowering Fathers to secure their Family's Financial Future as the founder of Prepared Fathers. He achieves this through his one-on-one and group coaching programs and his daily podcast A Minute with Jay. He is a frequent podcast guest and does a limited number of speaking engagements. Links for Prepared Fathers:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #134. Why Ignoring Your Child's Emotions About School Could Backfire Big Time | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:18:14 | |
Is back-to-school season turning into a stress storm for you and your kids? For many dads, the shift from summer freedom to structured school days feels like a welcome break that finally gives you some time back. But without routines, emotional support, and intentional prep, the transition can bring conflict, stress, and missed opportunities to connect. In this episode, you'll discover:
Tune in now to learn simple yet powerful fatherhood hacks that make back-to-school smoother, calmer, and more connected for your family. ----- Want to be a more confident, connected dad? Join our free Fatherhood Fundamentals course for simple steps to manage time, find balance, and lead your family well. Sign up free today – your family will thank you. https://dadcentral.ca/ ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #34 How a Chance Meeting Sparked Connection and Partnership in the Fatherhood Journey | 13 Mar 2023 | 00:51:59 | |
In this episode we talk to the hosts of the Modern Dadhood podcast, Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket about their fatherhood journey, unique friendship, and the unexpected isolation that can impact a father when they become parents. A fun part of this show happened when Adam and Marc started asking questions of us, which made it feel like we were guests on their show. Their comfort with discussing real topics but also injecting their unique personality and partnership inspired Ed and Drew. Talking to Adam and Marc was an honest, thoughtful, and enlightening conversation about the fatherhood journey. In their podcast they've explored fatherhood from so many angles and opened themselves to all types of perspectives in the process of learning to be a dad. This growth mindset comes through and inspired a great conversation. We explored:
About Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket Adam Flaherty is a commercial director, editor, podcaster, and creator of meaningful content. He founded Anchor Line, a full service video production and animation company in 2011. Over the next few years, Anchor Line became the premier production company in New Hampshire and was recognized by Google in their "Grow With Google" initiative. In 2019, Anchor Line combined forces with Saltwater Collective, a digital agency where Flaherty serves as Executive Producer and continues to direct commercials, industrial videos, brand anthems, and more. He's a husband to an inspiring wife, and a dad to two powerful young daughters.Marc Checket is a dad to twins, Art Director at a Boston area marketing agency, and a podcaster who spends his spare time creating music. Having cut his teeth in the New York City film advertising industry, Marc eventually migrated to New England and shifted his focus to the marketing and communications world. His discipline ranges from building brand identities to conceiving and creating powerful campaigns and digital experiences. In addition, Marc loves a good brainstorming session and finds inspiration in making authentic connections between brands and audiences. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
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| #33 How Amar Lohana Redefined His Fatherhood and Tackled Transitions with Poise | 27 Feb 2023 | 00:45:31 | |
This week Drew talks to Amar Lohana, who founded the Toronto City Dads Group in 2017 when he became a stay-at-home dad. Amar's journey to fatherhood gave him a few surprises, while prompting him to explore how he wanted to define his fatherhood experience. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home dad Amar worked in New York at Goldman Sachs - one of the world's most prestigious investment banks. The transitions he's experieinced in going from a career in finance and technology to being a stay at home dad, growing his family, and now, being the founder of a media company haven't been easy, but he's learned a few lessons along the way that have helped him. Highlights from this conversation include:
About Amar Lohana Amar Lohana founded the Toronto Dads Group in 2017 when he became a stay-at-home dad. From one stay-at-home dad looking to connect to other dads, it has grown to a community of over 500 fathers who network, socialize, have fun, learn, and support each other as they navigate parenthood. The group is part of the larger City Dads Group network, which has chapters in most major metropolitan areas in the United States and eastern Canada. In addition to his work with the Toronto Dads Group, Amar founded Akelo Media, a documentary film production company, in 2020. Through Akelo Media, he creates thought-provoking films that explore important social and cultural issues. Prior to moving to Toronto, Amar worked for 15 years in technology and finance in New York City. He is a father of two. City Dads Group: https://citydadsgroup.com About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #32 Why Dads Should Pay Attention to Their Kids Mental Health and Bullying Throughout Fatherhood | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:21:19 | |
In this shorter episode Ed and Drew talk about the research that identifies mental health and bullying as the top two concerns for parents. PEW Research published a report titled Parenting in America on January 24, 2023. This report highlighted many current and real issues related to parenting, and will be the subject of further conversations on the show this season. This conversation stays focussed on the general findings on the first page of the six page report. Some of these findings include parent's top concerns, what parents prioritize for their children, and how hard parents find parenting. Full Article About the Study: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/01/24/parenting-in-america-today/ About PEW Research Centre: Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. They conduct public opinion polling, demographic research, content analysis and other data-driven social science research. They do not take policy positions. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #31 How to Stay Resilient and Do Dad Life Right To Navigate Fatherhood With Ease With Ralph Anania | 06 Feb 2023 | 00:52:34 | |
This week Ed and Drew talk with Australian entrepreneur award winner, international speaker and author, Ralph Anania. Ralph is an authority on business transformation as well as a business coach, in addition to being a father of three children. In this conversation we learn about Ralph's family beginnings and the lessons he learned from his father. The son of Italian immigrants, he grew up watching his dad work hard but also have a strong sense of community and family. Those lessons are the ones that proelled him to his own entrepreneurial success. We also learn about Ralph's divorce, the difficult bullying he experienced as a child, and the unique and powerful relatioship he has with all three of his children. Ralph gets honest and real about the life challenges he's faced and what he's focussed on to move through them successfully. When he hear Ralph speak, you get timeless wisdom that has helped him achieve results in every area of his life. Despite having back surgery only a few days before this conversation, Ralph delivers his best in this conversation. We know you'll have lots to take away, so listen closely and take notes! About Ralph Anania With over 35 years of business experience, an Australian entrepreneur award winner, international speaker and author, I am regarded as an authority in business transformation. I've successfully transformed my own businesses into highly efficient enterprises, enabling me to share real business experience with thousands of clients in a variety of industries, in 13 different countries around the globe. My mission is to enrich the small business community by encouraging 'sustainable' change, not just in the organisation but most importantly where it all stems from; it's leaders. My talented team of experts and I, work closely with clients to achieve targeted behavioural shifts with a focus on making the most of their talents, experience and opportunities whilst delivering favourable results. I'm driven by results and gain the most satisfaction when watching my clients evolve and grow to a place they initially thought was impossible. I am passionate about guiding our next generation of young adults in finding their passion and achieving their dreams. And thoroughly enjoy watching them evolve and grow as they go through my young adult programs and become leaders in their own rights. I'm a family man with 3 amazing children who keep me inspired to continue doing what I love best; making a difference in peoples lives. Link for Ralph Anania: https://ralphanania.com/ About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #30 A Father & Son Talk About Success With World Record Holder Connor Emeny | 30 Jan 2023 | 00:54:52 | |
In this unique conversation we sit down with world record holder Connor Emeny and his dad, Steve Emeny for an inside look into their relationship. Connor Emeny is the youngest person to complete an iron man triathlon on six different continents, a feat he achieved at only 26 years old - six years younger than the previous world-record holder. This conversation explores Connor's early years and the power of his fathers influence in shaping his perspective on success. Hearing both a father and son's perspectives, the conversation brings to life to the power of a father-child relationship and what it can mean for helping children develop into the best version of themselves. Connor identifies the fundamental principles that his father taught him and how it impacts him today. Steve shares the goals he had for his children and the messages he communicated to them as they grew up. Combining stories and memories from their lives, we get an inside look into the simple actions that dads can take to help build healthy relationship and instill good qualities in their children. Key insights you'll get from the conversation:
About Connor and Steve Emeny Connor Emeny holds the World Record as the youngest person in the world to complete an Ironman on 6 continents. His next goal is to complete an iron man distance race in Antarctica. When he achieves that, he will be the only person to complete an ironman on seven continents. You can learn more and follow his journey at: https://www.instagram.com/connor.emeny/ Steve Emeny is a husband, father of three adult boys and entrepreneur who lives in Toronto, Ontario. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #28 What You Can Expect For Season 2 of The Dad Central Show: Master Fatherhood, Reduce Stress & Be The Best Dad Ever | 30 Jan 2023 | 00:23:56 | |
Ed and Drew speak briefly about two ideas that may lead into season 2's content. This is a short but informative conversation that shares personal experiences, past guests and foreshadows future guests. Ed introduces the concept of plan ahead that his father held as an important priority in their home. He talks about how planning ahead has made a difference in his life, and how relevant it is for today. He also encourages dads to look at the long term impact of not planning and how it can impact your family. He ends with the first steps he took to begin planning more in his life. Drew offers insight into the transition he's experienced the past few years and how transitions in fatherhood are a constant challenge. His goal is to help support dads through the many transitions they experience. He's focussing on guests who have successfully gone through transition so the audience can take the lessons learned and apply them to their own fatherhood. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #29 The Intense Pain and How to Overcome Losing a Spouse to Suicide | 30 Jan 2023 | 00:50:38 | |
In this conversation Ed and Drew talk with Mike Whitla, the founder of Howdytoons Productions. Mike is a father of two adult boys who lost his wife to suicide in 2019. In this honest and authentic conversation Mike shares about the family experiences before and after his wife's untimely death. There are moments in this conversation that may be difficult for some listeners, so please use discretion. Mike explores and reflects on his current relationship with his father, which has been a source of strength and support as he recovered. He shares about the importance of talking about difficult topics and exploring how people are feeling so they can get the support needed. His example to his sons and the relationship he has with both of them hold significance for any father who wants to help his family overcome loss. Mike courageously and humbly reveals the challenges that a "lone parent" must go through when parenting after the loss of a spouse. This episode touches on important truths about mental health, and Mike hopes that his story can be the catalyst to remove the stigma and replace it with real support. About Mike Whitla Mike Whitla is the founder of Howdytoons Productions Inc, a children's music video company based in Toronto. Springing from the success of Mike's standout award-winning 2005 children's album, Dinostory: The Ultimate Dinosaur Rock Opera, Howdytoons now distributes on many platforms, including Youtube and Spotify, in three languages. At time of writing, the Howdytoons suite of Youtube channels has 1.6 million subscribers and 1.3 billion views. Link for Howdytoons Productions: https://linktr.ee/howdytoons About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #27 How ADHD Freed Geoff Girvitz To Use His Super Power for Good As A Dad | 19 Dec 2022 | 00:45:07 | |
In this, our final episode of 2022 we talk with Geoff Girvitz, the owner of Bang Fitness and creator of the Dad Strength Podcast. He's married and has a six-year-old son. At the age of 45 Geoff was diagnosed with ADHD. Since that time, he's been working closely with men with ADHD to maximize their potential – recognizing that neurodiversity can give you a "superpower" when used well. In the conversation we explore his early experiences with a father who hated noise and the adaptations it created in him, his fatherhood journey, the diagnosis of ADHD, and the creation of Dad Strength. Geoff approaches life by devising systems that simplify the complex into workable actions. His goals are to achieve a healthy balance of mind, body and soul. Takeaways from the conversation include:
About Geoff Girvitz Geoff Girtivz is a movement and behaviour change expert who helps people improve their mental wellbeing and physical health through mindful exercise and lifestyle coaching. He is the founder of Bang Personal Training—an innovative gym space in downtown Toronto—and Dad Strength—a resource for fathers to take better care of themselves so that they can take better care of the people they love. Movement Is Meditation represents Geoff's vision to leverage the tremendous power of exercise for mood, focus, and overall mental wellbeing. Geoff is married and has a six year old son. Links for Geoff:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #26 How the Right Thoughts Help You Master Fatherhood & Reduce Stress | 12 Dec 2022 | 00:49:33 | |
This week we speak with Paul Sullivan, a journalist for 25 years, author of two books and founder of The Company of Dads. Paul left his dream job as a NY Times columnist to create The Company of Dads. A gifted storyteller and passionate father of three, Paul explores the journey from having divorced parents to his own family crisis – all experiences that helped him learn and apply the right mindset to master his fatherhood. His research into what makes people perform under pressure and desire for finding solutions are evident in the conversation. With practical and doable steps, Paul addresses the reality dads face and gives great actions steps to get a lot out of every part of life. Key takeaways from this conversation:
About Paul Sullivan Paul is the founder of The Company of Dads, the first platform dedicated to creating a community for Lead Dads. Its mission is to help Lead Dads feel less isolated and more confident that they have made the correct choice to take on the bulk of the parenting and family duties - or at the very least not embrace stereotypes around who does what at home. As a Lead Dad himself, Paul understands intimately the joys, frustrations, isolation and reticence around talking about being a Lead Dad. It's a role that is growing in numbers but is far from normalized. Before starting The Company of Dads in 2021, Paul wrote the Wealth Matters column in The New York Times for 13 years. He also created the Money Game column in GOLF Magazine. Paul lives in New Canaan, Connecticut, with his wife and their three daughters and three dogs. He received degrees in history from Trinity College and the University of Chicago. When not running The Company of Dads or being a Lead Dad, he is an obsessive golfer. Links for The Company of Dads
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #25 Daily Actions to You Can Use In Fatherhood To Help Your Kids Build Confidence | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:25:33 | |
Most dads want to see their kids build confidence and succeed in their lives. Research also confirms that positively involved dads have a big impact on the social, emotional, and psychological development of children. But sometimes we get so focused on the end result that we miss how to actually get there. Especially when we're fighting through the daily ups and downs of parenting life. In this eposide Ed and Drew talk about Drew's experiences that led him to identify and apply these 7 actions on a daily basis. By doing them consistently he's built a rock solid connection with his kids. From recognizing the impact stress was having on how he interacted at home, to shifting the focus to his kids through listening, his small actions began to make a big difference. The more he looked into what was happening, the more research confirmed the importance of these powerful actions to helping his children grow confident and secure. Every dad feels stretched at times, but even in the most difficult circumstances every dad can do these 7 things to help their kids grow into succsssful adults. The added benefit is the relationship between dads and kids grows stronger and provides more opportunities for fun, laughter and joy. Which ultimately means that kids listen better, respect you more and follow your guidance. Isn't that what every dad wants? Link to article referenced in the conversation: About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #133. Stop Confusing Discipline with Punishment: What Kids Really Need | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:19:43 | |
Are your boundaries with your kids building trust — or accidentally creating chaos? Many dads struggle with setting limits that actually stick. When you fail to follow through or set inconsistent rules, your kids feel unsafe and disconnected, but boundaries done right create love, security, and respect.
Listen now and learn how to set loving, consistent boundaries that make your kids feel secure without yelling or power struggles. ----- Want to be a more confident, connected dad? Join our free Fatherhood Fundamentals course for simple steps to manage time, find balance, and lead your family well. Sign up free today – your family will thank you. https://dadcentral.ca/ ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #24 How Understanding Sailing Can Help Dads Create a Better Balance & Reduce Stress | 22 Nov 2022 | 01:07:50 | |
This episode of The Dad Central Show explores a common challenge dads face - learning to balance all the demands on your time and energy. Most dads want to be successful, enjoy their family and take care of their health, but it often feels like we're not able to balance them all. When that happens, we can struggle. That struggle looks different for each dad, but common challenges include becoming impatient, insensitive, demanding, irritable, angry or withdrawn. How can you balance all the demands, expecially when life gets crazy and not have that happen? And if you can't balance them all, then what? Are you destined for a life of misery or sacrifice? The answer is no. You can achieve success, enjoy your family and be healthy all at the same time. It just takes having the right mindset and learning some skills along the way. In this replay of a webinar we hosted in 2021, three dads talk about this topic and share their insights and practical steps to find their balance. After listening you'll know:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #23 The Insidious Dangers of Digital Devices and How to Protect Your Kids Throughout Fatherhood | 15 Nov 2022 | 01:02:17 | |
Since Covid hit, screen time for children has gone way up. With increased remote learning, use of video chats to stay connected, growing numbers of social media platforms and the rise of live streaming technology, children are online and using their digital devices more than ever. In this climate, increased time online also means increased risks for your children. Many dads feel overwhelmed when it comes to technology use and their children. In today's digital world, it's only gotten harder. Dad Central wants to help you, and we've assembled a panel of experts to simplify and clarify the most important steps dads need to take now. This discussion provides insight and free resources to help dads:
Dads want to keep kids safe, and it has never been more important than now. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #22 Surviving Toxicity and Abandonment as a Child to Become a Legendary Dad & Master Fatherhood With Reduced Stress | 08 Nov 2022 | 01:00:59 | |
This week we speak with Larry Hagner, author and founder of the Dad Edge. Larry's podcast and community started in 2015 and has impacted thousands of men across the world. But Larry had a very humbling beginning that could have derailed the rest of his life, had he let it. Larry is currently the father of four boys and married to his soulmate, Jessica for the past 18 years. When you hear about his early years, you see what it takes to face difficulty with courage and boldness. From confronting the father who signed over parenting rights to exploring the skills needed to build and keep connection with his wife and kids, this conversation will inspire you to live legendary. Key takeaways from this conversation:
About Larry Hagner I am the proud father of 4 energetic boys. The husband of my soul mate, Jessica for the past 18 years. Life isn't all sunshine and rainbows every day. However, I learned skills to optimize my life as a man, husband, and father. If you are a lifelong learner and you don't have this thing figured out…join me and let's continue to learn together! Links for The Dad Edge
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #21 Ray Arata: How Men Can Overcome Adversity to Be Better Dads, Enjoy Fatherhood & Reduce Stress | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:46:42 | |
In this conversation we speak with Ray Arata, the founder of The Better Man Conference and the author of two books for men. Ray's mission is help men live and lead from the heart in their personal lives. Ray's also a father who experienced divorce but worked at improving his relationship with his kids. IN the conversation, he models vulnerability while sharing stories from his fatherhood journey. Ray's relationship with his own father has played an important part in his life – instilling principles of commitment, being a provider and donating his time to help others. In the conversation we also learn about Ray's current struggle parenting his twenty-eight year old son that has experienced depression. He reflects on how this experience changed him as a father. Through this great conversation we learn more about:
Filled with authentic and powerful direction to be your best, this conversation will connect you to what matters most. Listen now to get inspired in your fatherhood journey. About Ray Arata: Ray Arata is the author of two books, Wake Up Man Up, Step Up: Transforming Your Wake Up Call to Emotional Health and Happiness and Showing Up: How Men Can Become Effective Allies in the Workplace. As an expert in leadership, inclusion, allyship, and emotional literacy, professionals connect with Ray because he leads from his heart and practices what he teaches in his own businesses and personal life. He brings an extensive business background and more than 15,000 hours in leading men to develop emotional literacy. Through his keynote presentations, workshops, executive coaching and management training, he applies the same heart-based principles that have helped him to lead a thriving business and fulfilling personal life. Links for Ray Arata:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #20 How Dads Can Overcome Separation and Divorce, To Enjoy Fatherhood | 25 Oct 2022 | 01:10:37 | |
Today's episode is a replay of a very important webinar about helping dads overcome separation and divorce. In a perfect world, we would all live happily ever after and parents would never split up. In the real world, separation and divorce are common and many children do not live full-time with both biological parents. But parenting does not end after divorce or separation. We know that children of separated parents need good parenting. We also know dads care deeply about being involved parents, but often have no support after separation. It's one of the most difficult transitions for men, often causing increased rates of mental health and suicide. Designed to provide tangible actions, important principles and resources, this show features two divorced dads, Marcel Parent and Robin Choe, along with Dr. John Oliffe and Louise Leonardi, Executive DIrector of the Canadian Families and Corrections Network. They distill insights that will help dads:
Active and involved fathers make a significant difference in the lives of their kids. Dad, they need you even when it feels impossible. About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #19 Proven Practices to Improve as a Dad & Enjoy Fatherhood with Reduced Stress with JT Tsui | 17 Oct 2022 | 00:44:51 | |
In this conversation we talk with JT Tsui, a coach, leader, and host of "The Huddle" about his journey through fatherhood. JT's mission is to help others identify what is possible and then take action towards achieving it. As we get into JT's experieinces he shares examples of loss, criticism, and judgement that held him back as a man and father. We explore the reality of the difficult relationship with his father and the impact it's had on him in recent years. For every challenge JT shares he offers stories of what's he's learned, and then distills proven practices that have helped him change his life. From this conversation we see the results of taking deliberate and focussed action in the direction you want to go. JT talks about:
If you've ever found yourself at a crossroads and weren't sure what to do, this conversation will give you practical steps to take in the right direction. About JT Tsui JT is a passionate and service-oriented Coaching Profesional with 20+ years of leadership and management experience in education, athletics and business. He is on a mission to show other people what is possible when you go "ALL IN" and truly bet on yourself. Links for JT:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central:
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #18 Cam Hall: Learning How to Build A Healthy and Successful Life During Fatherhood | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:43:57 | |
In this conversation we talk to Cam Hall, Founder of Fight the Dad Bod and the Dads Making a Difference Podcast. Cam is a dad of two, husband, full time leader in education, and also built the Fight the Dad Bod brand while navigating his own personal challenges with image, identity, health and balancing life. We explore Cam's journey through early fatherhood, creating his health and fitness brand, building a successful career in education, and the most recent health scare that helped him learn important lessons for whole life balance and health. One of the critical aspects Cam brings to this conversation is authenticity and vulnerability. Through the conversation we see how comparison became a major distraction for him, the impact of stress on his health and relationship along with the importance of priorities. Cam is a dad working hard to be his best, while also helping support others in the process. This conversation will provide listeners with:
About Cam Hall Cam believes that all Men are called to live Fit, Healthy, and Fulfilled lives with their families. That is why he started the Dads Making A Difference Mastermind, or DMD for short. The DMD equips fathers with the skills, practices, and accountability necessary to become active leaders, communicators, and participants in the lives of their families, and in the community around them. Cam is committed to the vision of engaging men in their personal and professional development through a foundation of personal growth and accountability. The DMD challenges men to create a shared vision for their family and leads them in effectively mastering the 4 pillars of fatherhood: Family, Fitness, Faith, and Finance. Cam is a loving husband to his bride Kim and is a father to his 2 young children. Professionally Cam is a professional educator, a trusted leadership advisor to online coaches and entrepreneurs, creator of Fight the Dad Bod, and leader of the Dads Making A Difference Mastermind. Links for Cam Hall, Fight the Dad Bod and Dads Making a Difference:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #17 Dr. Stuart Shanker: How to Reduce Stress So You Can Be A Better Dad | 03 Oct 2022 | 00:51:04 | |
How do you deal with stress? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you finding yourself feeling more anxious and irritated? Then this conversation will help! In this episode we talk with Dr. Stuart Shanker, an expert on self-regulation. The ability to help ourselves manage the stresses of life are critical to your role as parents. Most people aren't aware of the many sources of stress or how stress is impacting them. It's also alarming to know that stress-related disorders are exploding in children of all ages – a fact that Dr. Shanker shares early in the conversation. This conversation is a combination of fascinating science and personal stories that outline the importance of the parent-child relationship to support healthy self-regulation. After listening, dads will know:
About Dr. Shanker Dr. Stuart Shanker (D.Phil) is a Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Psychology, the Founder & Visionary of The MEHRIT Centre, Ltd., and Self-Reg Global Inc. One of his many books, "Calm, Alert and Learning: Classroom Strategies for Self-Regulation (2012)", is a top-selling educational publication in Canada. Self-Reg: How to Help Your Child (and You) Break the Stress Cycle and Successfully Engage With Life (2016), has garnered enthusiastic reviews and media attention throughout North America and has also been published in the United Kingdom, the United States, Poland, Germany, China, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Georgia and the Czech Republic. His latest books are Self-Reg Schools: A Handbook for Educators (2019) and Reframed: Self-Reg for a Just Society (2020) To learn more about the MEHRIT Centre and Dr. Shanker's resources: Links for the MEHRIT Centre
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #16 How to Stay Calm Reduce Stress, Set Limits and Get Your Kids to Listen As a Dad [Webinar Replay] | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:02:15 | |
In this week's episode of the Dad Central Show we provide a replay of our most popular webinar from 2021 titled How to Stay Calm, Set Limits and Get Kids to Behave. When kids misbehave or act out, yelling can sometimes feel like a very natural reaction. Research shows that not only is yelling at kids ineffective, but it can even have detrimental long-term effects on them. Despite our best intentions, calm parenting can sometimes be a real challenge to sustain. This webinar featured peaceful parenting expert Sarah Rosensweet and fatherhood expert Brian Russell. Ed moderates a conversation that talks about the impact of yelling, how to manage ourselves and guide children to be healthy, positive and respectful. As the conversation evolves Brian and Sarah speak from their personal and professional perspectives, distilling important themes about shame, fear, guilt and how that impacts us and our children. As you listen, you'll:
About Sarah Rosensweet Sarah is a peaceful parenting coach and mom of 3 big kids (13, 16, and 19). Her and her husband have a great relationship with their kids. They genuinely enjoy each other's company. They are independent, respectful, kind, funny and self-motivated. How did they get there? Peaceful parenting. Peaceful parenting is an approach that uses kind, firm limits with lots of empathy. We're in charge but we give kids the support they need to meet our expectations. We emphasize connection and prioritize our relationship with our kids. Because guess what? Our relationship is the most effective way we can influence our kids. Links for Sarah:
About Brian Russell Brian Russell is a Christian counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Ontario) who focuses on conversations that encourage growth in personal understanding and faithful living in all our relationships.
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About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #15 CBC Dragon Vincenzo Guzzo On Fatherhood, Parenting and Family Business | 19 Sep 2022 | 00:50:48 | |
In this epic conversation we hosted CBC Dragon, Vincenzo Guzzo. Right from the start, this "mega-boss" gets real about his early life, family experiences, relationship with his father, and the only thing he ever wanted for Christmas growing up. This episode takes dads on an inside look through the Guzzo family story and how Vincenzo has created strong bonds through the ups and downs of building the family enterprise. He is open, candid, and very real about the parts of life that created some difficult moments but also enabled success. He shares stories about the relationship with his father, how divorce was a catalyst for him to be a better father, helping his kids learn important lessons, navigating the guilt of being a working parent, and so much more. The energy, clarity, humour, honesty and passion he brings to this conversation makes it clear that he takes fatherhood as seriously as his business pursuits. In this conversation you'll discover:
About Vincenzo Guzzo Vincenzo Guzzo aka Mr. Sunshine is a masterful entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio of businesses including multi-theatre chain Cinémas Guzzo (the largest chain of independent movie theatres in Québec with ten locations province wide), a streaming platform in development, restaurants, a construction company, an e-commerce gourmet food platform, and Mr Sunshine, his personal fashion brand. His role as a Dragon on CBC's wildly popular Dragons' Den gives Mr. Guzzo a platform to share personal insights and provide entrepreneurial guidance globally. Links for CBC Dragon's Den and Vincenzo Guzzo
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #132. 5 Signs You're Pushing Your Kids Too Hard in Sports | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:19:58 | |
Are you supporting your kids in sports… or accidentally living your dreams through them? Many dads struggle to find the sweet spot between encouragement and pressure when it comes to their kids' sports and activities. This episode tackles the emotional toll that over-involvement can take on both you and your kids, and helps you build a healthier, more supportive approach.
Press play now to learn how to encourage your kids' passions without accidentally turning them into yours. ----- Want to be a more confident, connected dad? Join our free Fatherhood Fundamentals course for simple steps to manage time, find balance, and lead your family well. Sign up free today – your family will thank you. https://dadcentral.ca/ ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #14 What Dads Need to Know From Our First 12 Shows To Master Fatherhood & Reduce Stress | 12 Sep 2022 | 00:43:48 | |
In this episode of The Dad Central Show, Ed and Drew review select moments from the first 12 shows. Each guest provided memorable takeaways that, when applied, can make a big impact in the journey of fatherhood. As the conversation evolves they add personal reflections, stories or research that aligns with the guests message. Fatherhood is challenging, but the tools needed to succeed are all within reach. By reviewing these moments it provides dads a quick summary of the tools they can use. They also highlight the value of conversation and community for supporting men and dads to achieve their goals. If you're looking for a show filled with stories and examples to inspire your fatherhood, this is it! In the conversation discover:
About The Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central
Contact us at podcast@dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #13 Dr. Charles Daniels: Turning Pain into Purpose as a Father To Be The Best Dad Ever & Reduce Stress | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:53:05 | |
Dr. Charles Daniels explores the reality of what men and fathers need to be involved in their children's lives. Built off his foundational work in communities, he explores the importance of parenting structures and how they contribute to or create barriers for dads. With an inside out approach Dr. Daniels and Fathers' UpLift are helping dads change the trajectory of their lives and relationships. Their organization helps dads learn how to parent themselves, deal with their inner child, and recognize the roots of their behaviour and actions. They also provide critical resources that meet the most urgent needs of black and Hispanic fathers. Regardless of a father's experience there are many barriers that often get in the way of allowing them to connect with their children. Fathers' UpLift learned directly from fathers how the deeper emotional issues created significant barriers…but also how deeply they longed to be involved in the lives of their children. Many had been absent for many years but struggled to overcome the barriers – some as simple as picking up the phone. Fathers' UpLift has helped these men overcome shame, fear, guilt, co-parenting issues, financial hardship and all other barriers. In this conversation you'll discover:
NOTE: We apologize for the audio quality and background noises in certain sections. About Dr. Charles Daniels Charles C. Daniels Jr., Ph.D., M.Div., LICSW is a therapist and the chief executive officer of Fathers' UpLift Inc., which is the US's first mental health and substance abuse treatment facility for fathers and families, helping fathers become and remain emotionally stable for their children. He has spent the last decade providing therapy to Black men, helping them overcome the effects of toxic masculinity, racism, and oppression. He has taught at Harvard University and Simmons University and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs as well as delivering a TED Talk. He is married with two children and lives in Massachusetts. Links for Fathers' UpLift Website: https://www.fathersuplift.org/ Dr. Daniels TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/charles_c_daniels_jr_a_second_chance_for_fathers_to_connect_with_their_kids?language=en Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #12 Dad Tired Founder Jerrad Lopes: Defining Success as a Dad & Navigating Fatherhood | 29 Aug 2022 | 00:48:36 | |
In this episode of The Dad Central Show we talk with Jerrad Lopes, a Christian author, speaker and founder of Dad Tired. Jerrad is a father of four who knows the challenges of being a husband and father while trying to juggle the demands of life. In our conversation Jerrad opens up about his father leaving the family when he was only three years old, and the impact that had on him as a child. He talks about his journey as a young husband and father who had high hopes. He was motivated to be the best father and husband right from the start…but things didn't go as planned. Jerrad shares about the difficulty of seeing himself failing as a husband and dad, which left him on the brink of divorce. At that time two significant events happened, 1) his father came back into his life, and 2) he looked at his own three-year-old son and knew he couldn't walk away like his father did. As the conversation continues, Jerrad explores the many steps he took to grow into the person he wanted to be and have the type of relationships and life he wanted to have. He gives listeners great perspective, simple stories, and powerful insights about what often happens for men and dads as they struggle with relationships and life. His work with men and fathers provides rich context for what often happens to men, and why we need to have the courage to be vulnerable, connect with other men, and work on reducing the amount of selfishness and immaturity that often plagues us. He leaves listeners with a simple question that can help any dad find perspective on what really matters. In this conversation you'll discover:
Conversation highlights: 00:00 Intro
About Jerrad Lopes JERRAD LOPES is a Christian author, speaker, and the founder of Dad Tired. As a father of four, he knows first-hand that living as a leader in your home is a weighty calling. He is passionate about equipping men and fostering community where together men can live out the gospel. Links for Dad Tired: Website: https://www.dadtired.com/ Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #11 Bryan Ward: Surround Yourself With Mentors to Be a Great Dad & Reduce Stress During Fatherhood | 22 Aug 2022 | 00:50:00 | |
In this episode of The Dad Central Show we talk with Bryan Ward, creator of the Dad Up Podcast about his fatherhood journey and the power of finding mentors. Bryan created the Dad Up podcast as his youngest son transitioned to college. As he contemplated the next season, he realized he was going to miss being a dad and wasn't sure what to do to process these feelings. After a conversation with someone he trusted, he started the Dad Up Podcast as a way to share his passion for being a dad and help other men be the best they could be for their children. Throughout the conversation Bryan shares valuable tips and stories from his own life, plus what he's learned from guests on his show about being a dad. He tells a painful story from his childhood and how it changed his choices as a father. He shows that when you take the time to evaluate your past experiences, you can make changes in the present that help you achieve the future you want to create. Bryan also talks about his decision to create a personal board of directors and how that has accelerated his growth. From challenging his thinking to holding him accountable for taking action towards his goals, his example shows the power of getting mentors in your life to drive positive change. Discover:
Bryan Ward Conversation Highlights: 00:00- Intro About Bryan Ward: Bryan Ward is a husband and proud father of two sons. He is a Marine Corps Veteran and has spent the last 20 years as a basketball coach for youth basketball and high school varsity basketball. Bryan is currently working on his first book, Dad Up, and hopes it will serve as a useful tool for any parent. Bryan's hope is that through his coaching and podcast, he inspires parents to be the best they can be for their kids. Links for Bryan Ward and the Dad Up Podcast:
Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #10 Roger Dundas and Matt Prestbury: Black Fathers Raising Confident Kids & Being The Best Dad You Can Be | 15 Aug 2022 | 01:08:03 | |
This conversation explores the fatherhood experiences of Roger Dundas and Matt Prestbury. Roger Dundas is the Managing Director at Konvo Media and the Publisher/Co-Founder of ByBlacks.com. Matt Prestbury is the Founder of The Black Fathers Foundation. From hearing about foundational childhood experiences that formed their perspective on fatherhood to the importance of structure and discipline to be at your best, this conversation is packed with insightful stories, humour and wisdom. Both Roger and Matt experienced family separation and estranged relationships with their own fathers growing up, which impacted them in different ways. They talk about the challenge of living without their father's positive influence, what it meant, and how they have grown as men and dads as a result. They stress the importance of having a fatherly influence at important decision-making points in life as a young man. Matt and Roger restored the relationship with their fathers as adults and talk about the difference that makes for them now. As the conversation continues, they offer best practices and tools to help dads become better people first, and better dads as a result. They talk about helping children with their mental and emotional health, listening to your children, and giving them well-rounded experiences to help them grow into confident and successful people. A common fear they share about becoming a dad was wondering, "Am I going to do a good job?" and "Am I going to screw my kids up/have I screwed my kids up?". Working through those fears and self-doubts has helped them become better dads and men. The conversation also brings up the importance of having community for support as a man and parent. They also discuss balance, the challenges of being a black dad, the importance of having deep and meaningful conversations with your kids, and having humility and patience as a dad. The conversation ends with two powerful messages for Black Fathers: Matt says: "Enjoy every minute of it and think about the role of being a father-figure, and how you represent yourself. We are not who the world may say we are! Be a living example of the best of black fatherhood!" Roger says: "You have to take care of yourself first! You have to work on being a better person first – body, mind and soul! Think positive thoughts and hang around positive people. " Conversation Takeaways:
Conversation Highlights: 01:25 Introductions About Roger Dundas Roger is the publisher and co-founder of Byblacks.com – Canada's top ranked online magazine that focuses on black Canadian news and information. Roger is also a partner and managing director of a top national Public Relations firm Konvo Media. Roger is passionate about parenting and completed The Father Project: an online photo series that highlights black Canadian men talking about how their relationship with their father affects how they parent. He's shared his views about fatherhood and masculinity through appearances on CBC Metro Morning, National Post, The Dr. Vibe Show, CTV Your Morning, NewsTalk 1010 radio, G98.7FM and The Good Men Project. Links for Roger Dundas and ByBlacks.com Website: https://byblacks.com/ About Matt Prestbury Matt Prestbury is the Founder of The Black Fathers Foundation, an organization that provides financial support, networking opportunities and baby supplies to black fathers in need. He is a husband and father who has worked tirelessly over the past two decades to not only provide what his family needs, but also to provide spaces and places for other black men to get the resources and know-how needed to do the same. Matt continuously works to help black men get access to the organizations, information and funding that they need to support and sustain their families to the best of their abilities. Much of his work is centered around showing the world the truths about fathers and fatherhood in order to combat widely held stereotypes and myths through social media, apparel, music, books and speaking engagements. Matt's mission is to show the world how involved fathers truly are while continuing to spread the message to fathers about the importance of being present in the lives of their children. Links for The Black Fathers Foundation Website: https://www.blackfathersfoundation.org/ Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #9 Niigaan Sinclair Talks About Resolving Anger Towards Your Father & How It Can Reduce Stress During Fatherhood | 09 Aug 2022 | 00:52:28 | |
"Someone, somewhere, should always feel that someone cares about them. Someone is thinking of them. Someone makes them a priority!" ~ Niigaan Sinclair In the new episode of The Dad Central Show, we welcome a very special guest, Niigaanwewidam James Sinclair. He shares insights into Indigenous culture, specifically the Anishinaabe. He talks about the important role of uncles in raising children instead of dads. As the discussion continues, Niigaan shares a touching story of the anger he had toward his father and how their relationship evolved over the years. Then he explains his journey to becoming a dad, what fears, hopes, and challenges came up in this process, and how he managed them. This conversation is about the revolution of vulnerability and love. We invite all dads and parents to "listen" in on this enlightening talk that touches on deep and meaningful elements of Indigenous cultural practices. Niigaan Sinclair Conversation Highlights:
Learn more about Niigaan Sinclair: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Niigaanwewidam Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #8 Derick Grant: How Losing Everything Helped Him Become a Better Dad & What It Taught Him About Fatherhood | 02 Aug 2022 | 00:51:47 | |
This week Ed and I are joined by former Harlem Globetrotter and founder of coaching firm DGMindset, Derick Grant. In this conversation we explore Derick's early life and the powerful influence of his dad. Despite losing his father at 7 years old, Derick's dad persevered and provided a loving influence for his children. Derick's dad's influence is evident throughout this engaging conversation. The conversation moves to exploring Derick's experience travelling for months at a time with the Harlem Globetrotters while trying to balance the demands of being a husband and father. He provides valuable insight and practices for dads who may find themselves physically absent but wanting to still be present for their children. Delving further into the challenges of fatherhood and career, Derick talks about losing everything and how that helped him become a better father. Having to rebuild his family's life after a devastating deception helped him make positive changes to be more present and engaged, while balancing the rest of life much better. The conversation then shifts to the importance of being intentional and the value of discipline as a father. We conclude with Derick talking about the important leadership role dads have, likening them to CEOs of their family. He talks about the importance leading with authenticity, vulnerability and relatability. He leaves us with a powerful message to his own father, expressing gratitude for "pop-pop's" words that have helped him succeed and that he says to his 10 year old son. Discover:
Derick Grant Conversation Highlights: 00:00 Intro About Derick Grant: Having played eight years for The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters, Derick knows what it takes to perform at an elite level. After realizing that it was his responsibility to cultivate this seed and make it grow, he set out on a mission to teach others. From experiencing his awakening at a rapid rate in 2020, Derick has been on a mission to help human beings remember what they were before they forgot. Derick now focuses on helping individuals to better understanding the nature of reality both in their inner world, and in their outer world. In His TEDx speech "Minding Your Mind: What the great ones don't tell you", Derick spoke about the importance of cultivating your mindset. Derick is now living his passion; helping people realize their hidden potential & awaken their Christ consciousness to see the unity in us all. He has successfully developed a coaching firm that helps people gain a limitless mindset by fully realizing their infinite potential. His mentorship has produced Professional athletes, Elementary school teachers, CEOs of corporations amongst others. DG Mindset Links: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dgmindset Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #7 Jack Armstrong Helps Dads Know How to Be Significant for Their Children & Master Fatherhood | 25 Jul 2022 | 01:02:10 | |
In this special conversation, Raptor's broadcaster and personality, Jack Armstrong shares stories and examples that help dads move towards significance in their fatherhood journey, not just success. Jack Armstrong and his wife are adoptive parents to three, now adult African-American boys. His personal experience with being a dad, husband, former high-performance coach, and broadcaster all provide proven, practical, and insightful advice for building positive relationships with kids. He's helped create winning teams, highly successful student-athletes, and a marriage that continues to be a united partnership. Jack also talks about his experience in sports and how it's helped him as a father. This conversation is like a fire-side chat with a mentor who wants to see you succeed. If you want to learn from a true professional and impactful person, you'll love this conversation. Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #6 Shannon Carpenter Talks About the Power of Showing Up as a Dad To Enhance Your Experience In Fatherhood | 18 Jul 2022 | 00:54:25 | |
Author of The Ultimate-Stay-At-Home Dad, Shannon Carpenter shares his humour and wisdom to help dads navigate everything fatherhood. Whether it's the powerful story of his father, or the hilarious anecdote about helping his kids build a working guillotine, this conversation has something for everyone. Shannon talks about the process of becoming a stay-at-home dad, building resilience, fighting the isolation that many dads feel, building a community, learning parenting skills, working with your spouse/partner, and most importantly – making the choice to show up as a dad, no matter what. This conversation covers a wide range of fatherhood topics that will encourage and inspire every dad. Learn more about Shannon Carpenter: Website: https://www.shannoncarpenterauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hossman53 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HossmanAtHome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hossmanathome53/ Shannon's Story: Shannon Carpenter has been a stay-at-home dad since 2008. He is also a humor writer trained through the famous Second City. Whether writing social satire or parenting essays, he is always able to find your funny bone and leave you with a lasting impression. He has done public readings on local NPR affiliate KCUR and teaching through the National At-Home Dad Network, and the Dad 2.0 national conference, which named him one of the funniest dads of 2019. Shannon has also given interviews about his experiences to Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, CNBC, Slate Magazine, and The New York Times, as well as his local NBC and FOX stations. Redbook magazine has named him as one of America's "Adventure Dads." Finally, BuzzFeed recognized him as one of the funniest women of the week in 2020, which was weird because he is not a woman. However, he is very funny. Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #5 The Challenges of Being a Stay At Home Dad and How to Overcome Them During Fatherhood To Reduce Stress | 11 Jul 2022 | 01:07:27 | |
Members of the National At Home Dad Network share stories of becoming stay at home dads and the power of finding community. This episode explores the unique experience of five different stay at home dads – all current members of the National At Home Dad Network leadership team. The conversation goes into the isolation dads experience, the lack of acknowledgement dads receive as parents, navigating roles at home, connecting with your kids and learning how to rise above the challenges. Each dad talks about the importance of finding a supportive community and how the "Network" has helped them in their fatherhood journey. There are important principles that every parent can take from this conversation. It's especially relevant for any stay at home dad or those who know stay at home dads. Learn more about the National At Home Dad Network at: https://athomedad.org/ Register for the National At Home Dad Conference, HomeDadCon here: https://homedadcon.org Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #131. Stop Fixing Everything for Your Kids — Here's Why It Backfires | 04 Aug 2025 | 00:21:27 | |
Are you accidentally holding your kids back from becoming strong, confident, and resilient? In this episode Drew Soleyn and Ed Gough Jr. share how dads can help their kids bounce back from setbacks, handle pressure, and thrive in a chaotic world. From modeling emotional regulation to creating safe spaces for failure, you'll learn how to raise emotionally strong kids, without overprotecting or overscheduling them. If you've ever wondered, "Am I doing enough to prepare my child for life's challenges?", this episode is for you. You'll discover:
Resilience isn't inherited — it's built. Start building it with your kids today. 👉 Press play and learn how to raise resilient kids who can handle life like champions. ----- Want to be a more confident, connected dad? Join our free Fatherhood Fundamentals course for simple steps to manage time, find balance, and lead your family well. Sign up free today – your family will thank you. https://dadcentral.ca/ ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships." | |||
| #4 Dr. John Oliffe Helps Dads Know How to Improve Their Health & Reduce Stress During Fatherhood | 04 Jul 2022 | 00:58:20 | |
Canada Research Chair for Men's Health Promotion, Dr. John Oliffe talks about the importance of applying what you know and learn to make better choices. Dr. Oliffe founded the University of British Columbia's Men's Health Research Program and focusses on masculinities as it influences men's health behaviours along with its impact on families and quality of life. With over 20 years of emergency medicine experience prior to becoming a researcher, a personal connection and a passion for finding answers have helped him create programs and materials that drive changes in men's health behaviours. In this conversation he talks about mental health, impacts of COVID, and spends a lot of time helping dads learn insights about how to create and sustain healthy relationships. Much of his wisdom comes through his research on distressed relationships. He talks about the mistakes men make as well as surprising findings he and his team didn't expect to see, but can make a huge difference for improving relationships. This is an interesting, enlightening, and empowering conversation that will help everyone improve their health and well-being. You can learn more about Dr. John Oliffe and UBC Men's Health Research at: https://menshealthresearch.ubc.ca/ Follow UBC Men's Health Research on twitter @MensHealthUBC Other resources mentioned: Heads Up Guys: https://headsupguys.org Find resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||
| #3 Sportsnet's Donnovan Bennett On Being Very Intentional as a Dad During Fatherhood | 20 Jun 2022 | 00:48:30 | |
Sportsnet personality and author Donnovan Bennett talks about his father's influence, important lessons learned from his dad and other important men in his life, and how he applies them to his role as a dad of two young children. Filled with his unmistakable wit, this episode drops important insights about what it takes to be an intentional dad while managing the rest of life's demands. Donnovan also asks important questions about dealing with toddlers and the frustrations they can create for dads. He also talks about his purpose as a dad and working as a teammate in the parenting process. If you want to hear great stories and examples you can apply right away to help you raise confident and successful kids, then you need to listen to this conversation! You can learn more about Donnovan at: https://www.sportsnet.ca/author/donnovan-bennett/ Or follow him on twitter @donnovanbennett or instagram donnovanbennett Find more resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.
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| #2 Trevor Linden Gets Real About Mental Health In Fatherhood, Reducing Stress and Not Screwing Up Your Kid | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:51:37 | |
20 year NHL Veteran, former NHLPA President, and current Business Owner Trevor Linden talks about fatherhood, mental and emotional health, and giving kids what they need – not what we want, as fathers. This conversation touches on important themes every dad can relate to, but in a way you can also learn from. Trevor's passion for health and being a great dad come through. He talks about the depression his father experienced while he was a child. Then he addresses the pressure dads might feel or create in their kids when they push too hard. We also explore the truth that you learn a lot about yourself through your child, but that can often be hard when you see things you don't like. From start to finish, this conversation gives dads tools and advice they can apply to their fatherhood journey. Find more resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. | |||