Bernardo Osuna Jr. sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some honest moments about being a dad. We also talk about having twins and how he and his wife looked to instill certain values into their daughters as they were growing up. After that we discuss the Take Back Sports and Let’s Play programs from ESPN and Disney Jr. He talks about why youth sports is important if it is done the right way. Next we talk about what inspired him to get into sports broadcasting and now having a show with one of his sports heroes, Julio Cesar Chavez. Lastly, we finish the interview w
Nick Scrivens returns to the Art of Fatherhood to explore more into his fatherhood journey. He shares how being a dad is similar to being an entrepreneur. We talk about how he tries to instill lessons about life he has learned with his kids. After that we talk about the ups and downs he has experienced running Fore Fathers. He is very open about all the pitfalls he has experienced along the way. In addition, Nick shares how he learned to pivot to make his business successful. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Fore Fathers From the boardroom to the back nine,
Coach Anthony Becht sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, we talk about how coaching is similar to parenting. We move into his career by talking about winning Coach of the Year this past season in the UFL. He shares the lessons he learned as a player in the NFL, being a broadcaster and now a coach. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Anthony Becht Anthony Becht is the Head Coach of the Orlando Storm. Selected in the first round (27th overall) by the New York Jets in the
Seth Wickersham stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some cool stories about the life lessons his kids have taught him. In addition, he talks about some parallels in life he has with Tom Brady from interviewing him over the years. Next, we discuss his latest book, Be On That Hill. He shares the inspiration behind this book and the stories he wanted to use for this book. After that we talk about the state of journalism and his thoughts on where it stands today. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Seth Wickersham Seth Wickersham is a senior w
Dan Madsen sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looked to instill into his son. In addition, Dan shares the life lessons his son has taught him. After that we talk about working with Star Trek founder, Gene Roddenberry in starting a Star Trek Fan Club. Plus we talk about Dan working with Star Wars founder, George Lucas and how it landed him a role in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Dan Madsen Dan Madsen is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, editor, publisher and publicist. Dan
Kevin Maguire sits down with me to chat about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about his book, The New Fatherhood. He shares the inspiration behind the book. Next we talk about the different places he and his family have lived and the importance living in those different parts of the world. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Kevin Maguire Kevin Maguire is the creator of The New Fatherhood newsletter, read by dads in many countries. His work has been featured in Esquire and Emily
Tully Minoski stops by to share his fatherhood journey. He shares one of the most interesting birthing stories ever told. The story could have been because of their birthing music playlist. He shares some of the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we talk about his new book, Monsters in My Belly and the inspiration behind the book. We talk about teaching our kids about sports specifically college sports. In addition we chat a bit on his main job working at the FBI. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Tully Minoski Tully Minoski is a dad and a chi
Christopher Choukalas stops by to have a very honest and open conversation about his fatherhood journey. Christopher shares the scary moments during the birth of his twin daughters where his wife nearly died. We then discuss the mental health struggles he had after the birth of his daughters. The conversation leads into the reasons why he wrote his book, Even The Darkest Night. His book is a must read for any parent. It helps to create open and honest conversations that will help you become a better parent and spouse. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Christ
Sam Wilson sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some very heartwarming stories about being a dad. He shares the values he looks to instill into his daughter. After that we talk about his latest role as Trap Jaw in the Masters of the Universe film. He talks about the process of getting the make-up for Trap Jaw. In addition, he shares what he learned from playing this role and how much this film meant to a lot of people. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Sam Wilson Sam C. Wilson is a Welsh actor from Cardiff best known for his impo
Zach Lutz sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. In addition, he shares some of the life lessons that he has learned from his kids. After that we talk about him playing for the New York Mets. He shares the obstacles that got in his way and had to overcome to fulfill his dream of playing in the big leagues. Next we talk about the current state of youth sports and the work he is doing to improve the youth sports landscape. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Zach L
Bill Brady, who is the CEO and Founder of Troomi Wireless stops by to share his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the influence his dad had on his parenting style. Bill opens up about the life lessons he learned from his kids. After that we talk about the reason he started up Troomi Wireless. We talk about why parents and kids will appreciate the smartphones that Troomi has for kids. In addition, Bill gives some great advice on how parents can talk to their kids about technology and the importance of checking in with them. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. A
Payton Smith stops by to explore his fatherhood journey. We talk about how he and his wife are getting ready for their second child. We discuss the lessons he has learned since becoming a dad. In addition, he shares how much he relies on his wife to help him as they are raising a family. After that we talk about his music and latest work, See How It Sounds. He goes into his creative process and his life as a musician. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Payton Smith As a Louisiana native and self-taught guitarist, Payton brings an authentic, grounded perspecti
Pete Oswald sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, we talk about how his kids are sometimes brutally honest with feedback on his work. After that we talk about his latest book, Kindergarten Gets Ready. He shares the inspiration behind the book. We talk about his creative process. We even talk about the ProStars cartoon series from back in the day. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Pete Oswald Pete Oswald is a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Bad Seed, Th
Kenny Mayne stops by once again to have more in-depth conversations on fatherhood. We talk about missing the good ol’ days, but enjoying the present with our families. After that Kenny shares his inspiration for his new card line, love kenny from Lovepop. He shares how he enjoys creating these cards and hopes people will enjoy a new take on greeting cards. In addition, we talk about his fantastic podcast, We Need A Fourth he does with Cooper Manning and Brian Baumgartner. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Kenny Mayne Kenny Mayne is a longtime sports media pe
Noah Galuten stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares some fun and insightful tips on how to get your kids to try new foods. He shares what values he looks to teach his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about his new book, Grill Time. He even adds a few dad hacks in the cook book. He has a ton of great recipes in this book that your friends and family will enjoy. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Noah Galuten Noah Galuten is a chef, James Beard Award-winning cookbook author. He is the author of The Don’t Panic Pantry Cookbook. In addit
Mark Hertling sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the values he looked to instill into his sons as they grew up. In addition, he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that he and I talk about his new book, If I Don’t Return: A Father’s Wartime Journal. He tells me how this book came to be and how his sons were the inspiration. We also talk about the similarities of fatherhood and being a leader in the military. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Mark Hertling Mark Hertling served thirty-eight years in
Michael Schur and Joe Posnanski stop by to talk about their latest book, BIG FAN. Since both of them have been on the podcast before, we switch up the fatherhood topics. They share some great parenting stories. Next we talk about the blending of fatherhood and their book, BIG FAN connect. They share the inspiration for this book and what events they each forced each other to attend to write about their experience. I even open up a pack of baseball cards to have a fun way to end the interview. There is even a fun connection with a player in the pack that I opened during the podcast. Lastly, we
CodeMonkey Co-Founder & CEO Jonathan Schor stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the life lessons he learns from his daughter. In addition, Jonathan gives some good advice for dads and parents. Next, he and I discuss the benefits both kids and adults can learn from CodeMonkey. We talk about the use of A.I. these days and why people should not rely on A.I. He even shares how parents and teachers can get the programs that CodeMonkey offers to their children and students. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Jonathan Schor CodeMonkey C
Connor Barwin stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. In addition, he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we discussed his time in the NFL. He shares some fun stories of his playing days. Next we talk about the Make The World Better Foundation he helped to start up and the impact it has on different communities. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Connor Barwin Connor Barwin and his mom Margaret founded the Make The World Better Foundation (MTWB) i
Jon Gustin stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the life lesson his kids have taught him. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. After that we talk about his new book, The Tired Dad, 100 Reflections on Showing Up for What Matters Most. He shares what this book is about and what people can take from the book. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Jon Gustin Jon Gustin is the founder and owner of The Tired Dad LLC. As a content creator and influencer who goes by the moniker “The Tired Dad” online, Jon has amassed over two m
Brent Jones sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the life lessons his kids have taught him. In addition, Brent shares the values he looks to instill into his daughters. After that we move to talk about his fantastic football career. We chat about his tough start into the league after a car accident to playing with the 49ers and winning Super Bowls with Joe Montana and Bill Walsh. We get into his broadcasting career and the challenges that he faced in the broadcast booth. Then we talk about him creating Northgate Capital and getting into the financial indu
Arda Öcal sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about the life lessons that he has learned from his kids. In addition, Arda talks about making sure he is appreciating every moment with his family. After that we talk about the great work he does over at ESPN. He shares how he got into broadcasting and how he thinks the industry has evolved over the years. Next we dive into the Star Wars universe. We chat about our favorite characters and moments from Star Wars. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Arda Öcal Arda Öcal is an NHL on
Chip Leighton stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I talk about what he has learned from his kids about life. In addition he talks about how his kids helped him in the beginning of creating his social media platforms. After that we talk about his new book, Dad Can You Not? Chip shares how many parents reached out to him to share some of the funny and outlandish things their kids will say to them. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Chip Leighton Chip Leighton is the creator and host of The Leighton Show. His debut book, What Time is Noon, was
Ryan Kunz stops by to talk to me about the work he does over at BetterHelp. We discuss how parents can heal their inner child so be there for their kids. In addition, parents can be a great role model when it comes to mental health and therapy. Ryan gives a lot of great insight on how parents and kids can talk about mental health and how you can connect with your kids. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Ryan Kunz Ryan Kunz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan. He has been working with individuals in the mental health field for over 7 years. His wo
Frankie Muniz stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about how much Frankie enjoys being a father. He shares all the thought and preparation he and his wife were doing once they found out that they were having a baby. Next we talk about him reprising his iconic role of Malcom in the new series on Hulu and Disney+ Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair. Frankie shares how much fun he had working with the cast as well as now playing a grown up version of Malcolm, who is a father. After that we talked about his NASCAR career. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood
