Patrick Cummings is the founder of PNP Strategies, a business and life coaching firm. In his book, The Family – Business Balancing Act: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Being a Family Man, he shares how his family has played a significant role in his success. While his career as an entrepreneur has its own demands, he always dedicates time for his family…

Evelyn Shaw Corley is the founder of Thrive International Academy. Her company provides access to customized 1:1 homeschooling. I met Evelyn at a Meta conference in Washington DC. I loved her passion for education, and I love solutions her tutoring business provides. She's able to link up unique people from all over the world to really enhance your…

George Jones had an incredible NFL career. Now as a coach and a father of 3, he's turning his life experiences into something that matters. Our youth. Most kids that grow up without a father are doomed to fail, but George is breaking the cycle. Enjoy this candid discussion of fatherhood, pro sports, and inspiring the next generation. https://www.li…

Do you ever look back and think, "How the heck did I get here?!" I mean, in a good way. Jon and I have been friends for decades. Needless to say, we've been through some stuff. It's actually shocking that we are still alive and able to record this episode! I've been amazed at Jon's transformation (and my own for that matter). When you focus on gett…

#68: As fathers we have a responsibility to provide for our children. Often, that manifests with us working hard to pay bills. But if we're not there, who's actually raising our kids? Is it a teacher, coparent, step-parent? Is it the TV, radio, or phone? Recently, I've noticed my 5 year old yelling and arguing more. today, things came to a head. Do…

#66: What's up Awesome Dad family! Thank you so much for listening to the show! You're probably wondering where I've been. I'm still here and very active in the Awesome Dad Group. Join the community here for free! https://www.facebook.com/groups/Actidad/ As fathers, providing for our families is very important. I've shifted a lot of my focus to hel…

Dru Joyce is a coach and former professional basketball player. We discuss the challenges of fatherhood, and treating each child as a unique individual. We all want what's best for our kids, and Dru exemplifies that in a special way. https://www.instagram.com/druondemand/ Subscribe and Review the Show! https://www.patreon.com/Actidad https://www.fa…

Are you feeling extra stressed right now? Parenting is hard enough during good times, but with so much volatility in the world it's even tougher. I'm opening up about the hardships myself and the Actidad family face as we try to raise awesome kids during the Covid 19 outbreak Subscribe and Review the Show! https://www.patreon.com/Actidad https://ww…

As a father, husband, and ESPN sports analyst, Jordan knows the value of time and routine. In this episode, we discuss parenting, marriage, working from home and the new normal. https://www.instagram.com/jordanschultz/ https://twitter.com/Schultz_Report https://www.instagram.com/PullUpPod/ Subscribe and Review! https://www.patreon.com/Actidad https…

Chris and his wife make viral videos. What started as funny video to relieve stress, turned into a booming influencer business. Their daughter suffers a rare heart defect. They've created a massive community based around this story. https://www.facebook.com/TeamBalmert/ https://www.instagram.com/teambalmert/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAVlgTt…

Rob shares his personal story of loss. His wife passed a couple years ago, and it has been a great challenge. Rob gives some great advice to help you navigate the dark waters. We also discuss his personal passion for cooking. Specifically, preparing great BBQ. https://www.robainbinder.com/ https://www.pitmastertools.com/ Subscribe and Review! https…

Bryan Albrandt is the creator of Dad and Bloated. He creates viral videos with his family. He highlights fatherhood in a comedic way. We've all been there, smacked in the head with a plastic bat. If you can't laugh at the craziness you're in trouble! https://www.instagram.com/dadandbloated/ https://www.facebook.com/dadandbloated/ Subscribe and Revi…

Mike Trudell, sideline reporter to the Los Angeles Lakers breaks down twin life. We talk about the stresses leading up to birth, the constant sibling competitions, the joys of watching them work together. https://twitter.com/LakersReporter https://www.instagram.com/miketrudell/ Subscribe and Review! https://www.patreon.com/Actidad https://www.faceb…

Fathers are such an important part of society. We are often recognized for many things, but rarely for being great parents. Alec Lace Hosts First Class Fatherhood. He interviews celebrities, athletes, veterans, entrepreneurs and more. We chat at Dad 2 Summit about why this project is so important for fathers. https://firstclassfatherhood.com/ Like …

Tyler and wife Catelynn have been stars of MTV's Teen Mom for over 10 years.. Despite all the challenges they've faced, I've been impressed with how Tyler keeps it together. We chat about the importance of therapy, their decision to take a break, social media, addiction, fatherhood, and more! https://www.instagram.com/tylerbaltierramtv/ https://twi…

Larry Hagner founded the Dad Edge Alliance in 2015. It has become one of the premier mastermind communities for fathers. I sit down with Larry to chat about how important the project has been. Many men go through life with acquaintances. They are isolated. The strength of the wolf is because of the pack. The strength of the pack is because of the w…

Bruce Silverman is a professional sports broadcaster for MLS team Orlando City. We talk guiding kids through college, managing divorce, handling uncertainty, sharing your passion, life changes, and much more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-silverman-1777a971/ https://twitter.com/SilvermanShow https://www.instagram.com/silvermanonsports/ Subscrib…

Taylor is living proof dreams can happen. He runs the wildly popular platform Dude Dad. Taylor creates hilarious videos to capture your imagination and inspire you to be a Dad while staying a Dude. His latest videos about Target are being seen by tens of millions of people. https://www.facebook.com/DudeDadVlog/ Subscribe and review! Join the family…

*STRONG Language* Do you ever feel overwhelmed with all the responsibilities of fatherhood? You're not alone. This is a panel I joined at the Dad 2 Summit conference in Washington DC February 2020, moderated by Farah Miller of the NY Times. https://twitter.com/farahlearned Panel members include: Michael Julianelle: http://dadandburied.com/ Vinnie D…

Kevin Burnett retired from the NFL with nearly 500 tackles and 9 years with the Cowboys, Chargers, Dolphins, Cowboys, and Raiders. We talk football, coaching, and keeping his kids grounded and focused. He's passionate about coaching and team sports. Enjoy the his stories from years in the league and how he's adjusting to this phase of parenthood. h…

Brian broke his neck playing football at 17. He went on to graduate from college and then law school. His ability and desire to develop and inspire drove him into coaching. He has spent over twenty years coaching football from youth to high school. http://brianpswift.com/ http://soarnonprofit.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/…

I started the Awesome Dad Show to learn how to be a better father and explore podcasting. Now Actidad has thousands of followers and reaches new people every day. Thank YOU for YOUR support. With your help, the show is creating a better world for fathers. Want to support the show? - Subscribe to podcast and YouTube: https://linktr.ee/actidad - Leav…

Scott Yager cohosts Challenge Mania podcast with Derrick Kosinski. Working from home and building a business isn't easy though, especially when you have a newborn. We discuss working from home, having your partner's support, and staying positive in a social media age. https://twitter.com/SHOTOFYAGER https://www.instagram.com/scottofyager/ https://c…

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Leroy Faure on the Fit Dad Lifestyle podcast. We discuss fitness and the importance of creating a personal brand. Both are topics I'm very passionate about. https://www.thefitdadlifestyle.com/ The Awesome Dad Show has been highlighted as one of the top podcasts for dads. Check it out! https://blog.feedspot…

The Corona Virus is rampaging across China, leading to quarantine and death. Should we be worried about the Corona Virus? Dr Alan Cadiz clarifies how real the threat is. How to handle lingering congestion and avoid bouncing sickness around the house. Is there any way to prevent the cold being spread? If you cross your eyes will they stick? Does col…

James uses comedy as a way to cope with the stresses of parenting. It works. He has over 1 million fans on Twitter and has gotten 3 book deals. We discuss protecting your kids from ostrich attacks, digital media, date nights, and more! http://explodingunicorn.com/ https://twitter.com/XplodingUnicorn Subscribe and review! Join the family: https://ww…

Jeremy is an author, podcaster, and coach. Many parents struggle communicating with their kids. He leverages martial arts examples to help shift the story and change unsuccessful mindsets. We discuss how to perform time out, star charts, shifting the story, helping socialization, getting your kid's attention and more! https://www.youtube.com/user/K…

Jason and his wife Amanda are committed to making a difference in the world. They have 7 children and have fostered nearly 20 over the past decade. Jason shares his experience fostering children and the process of launching a podcast to encourage others to join the fostering community. https://www.jasonmpalmer.com/ https://linktr.ee/jasonmpalmer Su…

Remi lost his father at an early age. His mom brought him to America for a better life. He's overcome great odds to become the father, husband, and leader he is today. We discuss the importance of resiliency, the features of great leaders, how to empower your kids to overcome bullies. Remi's book: https://www.transformedstory.com https://www.instag…

Being a NFL analyst on national television requires a lot of work. Especially from home! Mike gives insight into how he balances the 2. We also discuss empowering our girls to be resilient and give them opportunities. How can we teach our kids to break the mold? https://twitter.com/MikeGarafolo https://www.instagram.com/mike_garafolo/ Subscribe and…

I interviewed many awesome fathers in 2019. Each discussion was special in its own way. Today I'm highlighting 5 specific discussion topics that really helped me develop as a father. Enjoy the show and get ready for 2020! The best is yet to come! Subscribe and review the show! Join the family: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Actidad/ Get Perks: htt…

Divorce rates are at 50%, and many kids grow up with major challenges. What role should government play in family life? Adam Kokesh an Iraq war veteran is running for president with the Libertarian party. He has strong feelings on how government is impacting fathers and families. https://thefreedomline.com/ https://www.facebook.com/victimsfamilylaw…

Rishard caught passes in the NFL for 7 years. He's learned a lot of lessons. The importance of communication, determination, and consistency directly impacted his success. He's transitioning into the next phase of life and enjoying being present in his kid's lives. We discuss communicating with your partner, mini-vans, hip hop music, living in the …

Stephen is a man of many talents and brings great perspective to the show. He is most well known for his acting roles on Moneyball, Criminal Minds, and more. He also played professional baseball and collaborated on music projects He leads by example. He preaches discipline, hard work, and getting ahead while others are sleeping. We discuss fathers …

Every year, thousands of families gather to ride bikes through Tradewinds Park. This year, my 6 month old son and I decided to interview fathers in line. This bonus episode features real, local dads answering 4 simple questions: What is your favorite activity with your kids? Challenge as a father? Goal for your kids? What message do you want to tel…

When Art started creating content for Life of Dad, he never would have guessed the impact. Art hosts several podcasts for LoD and has interviewed hundreds of dads ranging from Shaq to Mark Hamil. He blogs for the site and coauthored the LoD book. We discuss the changing dynamic of fatherhood, importance of positive media portrayal, favorite Star Wa…

Josh started creating videos as a way to connect with his 2 boys. Now their TikTok channel, Uploads of Fun, has nearly 250,000 followers. Their motto: Fun is a language we all speak. We discuss balancing social media and obligations, raising kids in a digital world, helping your kids achieve goals, and the importance of Chipotle. https://www.upload…

Tanoi has performed amazing stunts in everything from Fast and the Furious to Waterworld. He plays double to Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson, and shows tremendous discipline in his craft. Today, he shares decades of experience as a father, husband, and professional stuntman. He delves into physical fitness, sharing passions, handling travel, college, and…

Larry is the founder of the Dad Edge Alliance, a community of fathers who help each other be legendary. His podcast started in 2015 and he has interviewed some amazing men. He's learned many life lessons along the way. The Dad Edge - https://lawrence-hagner.mykajabi.com/thedadedge Subscribe and review the show! Join the family: https://www.facebook…

When Mark and his girlfriend got pregnant, he was excited, but when the relationship ended, he wondered if he'd get a chance to see his son. Mark started Americans For Equal Shared Parenting, with the goal of creating legislative change. States should have incentives to promote 50/50 coparenting. He shares his story, tools for overcoming sad times,…

Getting fit is about more than looking good on Instagram. Getting fit is about moving your body and enjoying a high quality of life. It's about dancing at your kids' wedding. Michael Ashford is a Certified Personal Trainer and works with men all over the world. today he discusses the exercise you can do anywhere anytime and gives us the one food th…

When Joe's daughter turned 5 she began her first battle with brain cancer. Despite the odds, she survived with Joe's support. As a 3 star Navy Admiral, Joe led thousand of men into multiple encounters. Leadership is something that he takes very seriously. Joe gives insight on handling traumatic situations, key traits of leaders, and why he's runnin…

Has feminism gone too far? Ken is very concerned and disturbed by modern day trends. His new book highlights the problems with modern day feminism. He feels it propels women forward by stepping on the backs of men. We should aim to treat everyone with respect and dignity, regardless of their gender! More at www.societykillsmen.com Twitter @kennethj…

Ever go into a restroom to change your kid's diaper, but there's no changing table? Donte posted a picture of himself squatting in the bathroom changing his kid's diaper on his lap. It. Went. VIRAL. Donte started the Squat for Change movement. He's teaming up with Pampers, Koala Kare, and even John Legend to put changing tables in thousands of rest…

Doug started the Dad 2.0 summit 8 years ago, he didn't anticipate the impact it would have. The conference is now the go to place to network with the top dad influencers, marketers, and a brands. If you are passionate about fatherhood and changing the stigmas surrounding dadlife, Dad 2.0 is the place to be. Doug has been successfully coparenting fo…

When Brandon went to a local government organization for parenting resources, he found nothing for fathers. He decided something needed to be done. The Black Daddies Club was born. Life hasn't been easy for Brandon. His father was murdered by a young boy, who was also murdered 2 weeks later. We discuss the important of male role models, masculinity…

Life is full of ups and downs. No one knows this as well as Trent. He experience the apex of sport as a Superbowl winning quarterback. He felt the ultimate low when his son passed away at a young age. We discuss, the 4 phases of parenting, knowing when to coach and when to listen, how to deal with massive loss.. Trent is a true Actidad. Babywise Bo…

Ever feel like you have too many responsibilities? Scott has been the mayor of Coral Springs, Fl (130,000 residents) twice, he is a family law attorney, he is involved in motivational youth speaking, suicide prevention, all while raising 5 kids! Scott's networking group: http://pnanetwork.org/ Subscribe and review the show! Join the Actidad family:…

40% of American children are born outside of marriage. This puts a huge strain on families. Today, Ryan Powell tells his story about being a dad without being married. He fights every day to stay positive and gain time with his child. Follow Ryan's story and mission: The Unmarried Father Subscribe! Join the Actidad family: https://www.facebook.com/…

Award winning documentary filmmaker Heber Cannon joins the show. He is an exercise and fitness junkie and a gifted creator. He focuses his craft on documenting the fittest people on earth, and has 4 iTunes top 100 documentaries. He is passionate about being fit and sharing amazing times with his kids. His passion for being awesome is palpable. Hebe…