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Hi, I'm Mike! Along with being a dad by day, I'm also a mental health counselor by night in my own private practice. So I get to see not just my own personal ups and downs of being a dad, but I get to see other families and dads and trying to figure out their day-to-day struggles. As a clinician in private practice, and one of those dads sitting in pick up and drop off lines for school, I wanted to share what I see in this ever-changing world.
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Mastering marriage and Communications, Recipes for success with Paul Zohan M.ED.
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Join #DADennial as we discover insights for lasting relationships with Marriage and Communication Counselor and Coaching Paul Zohav M. Ed. With more than 30 years of experience, Paul is able to share some thoughts and strategies towards a successful marriage. His book, “Marriage and Communication: Recipes for Life,” reflects his innovative methodol…
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DADennial Season 2, Episode 2 - Supporting LGBTQIA+ and Raising Trans Kids w/ Rebecca Minor
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DADennial Season 2, Episode 2 - Supporting LGBTQIA+ and Raising Trans Kids w/ Rebecca MinorBy Mike Trenk, LMHC
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Welcome to Season 2 of #DADennial! For this season we are looking forward to the insights of some special guests starting with today’s guest Quest Green. He is the Founder and CEO of The Greenhouse, which focuses on marriages. Alongside L. David Harris, Quest co-hosts the 'Marriage Ain't for SuckaZ' podcast, a movement aimed at supporting couples o…
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Revolutionizing Fatherhood: Nurturing Dreams, Building Bonds, and Breaking Stigmas
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Welcome to another insightful episode of DADennial! Today, join Mike Trenk and special guest Shannon Carpenter as they delve into a crucial aspect of modern fatherhood. Have you ever wondered about the impact of spousal support on chasing your dreams, or felt the weight of the male loneliness epidemic? In this episode, we're not just raising questi…
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Dads, ever feel like you're juggling life's chaos, trying to process the calamities that come at you from all angles? Whether it's the demands of fatherhood, the challenges of the daily grind, or navigating the ongoing pandemic, Mike's got your back. In this episode of DADennial, he dives deep into the art of processing it all. How can you manage t…
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Ever wondered how dads are rewriting the playbook on modern fatherhood? Join Mike Trenk, host of DADennial, and special guest Ceasar Fernandez, as they unpack the highlights from their recent trip to Home Dad Con in Milwaukee. If you're a dad juggling home life and personal pursuits, join us as we unpack insights from Mike's Homedadcon talk on DADe…
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Collecting Memories: A Conversation with Sports Card Dad
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In this episode of DADennial, host Mike sits down with Dustin, also known as the Sports Card Dad, for an inspiring conversation on the joys of card collecting. With a YouTube channel dedicated to the art of sports card collecting, Dustin brings a unique perspective to the table. Join us as they discuss how collecting cards becomes a heartwarming fa…
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Comedy, Recovery, and Fatherhood with Sam Miller
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Today we are joined by comedian Sam Miller, who shares his journey from homelessness and incarceration to becoming a successful comedian with 15 years of sobriety, a loving wife, and two kids. We learn about Sam's unique comedy style and his passion for sharing his recovery story on stage. Sam discusses the challenges of balancing his comedy career…
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In his 22 years in the military, Ryan has moved 10-12 times, and he's been a dad through all of those moves. He lives a completely different lifestyle than most parents - but is his parenting style different because he's in the military? There are a lot of cliches out there, but let's find out what's real and what's myth on today's episode. DADenni…
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Some men (most men?) feel like seeing a therapist is a sign of mental weakness. It's time to put pride aside. Today we're back with part 2 of our conversation with Caesar Fernandez, where Caesar opens up about why he decided to find a therapist and what the experience has been like. Part 1 - Finding Your Dad Support System DADennial is hosted by Mi…
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Finding Your Dad Support System, with Caesar Fernandez
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When Caesar Fernandez went to the park with his daughter, a woman said to him, "Oh that's so sweet, you're babysitting." As a dad, you've probably heard this condescending sexist compliment before, and you probably brushed it off. But for Caesar, he had had enough and told the woman that "No, I don't babysit. This is called parenting." Modern dads …
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Being a Dad AND Working Your Dream Job, with Poker Pro Josh Smith
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Poker Pro Josh Smith has figured out how to work his dream job AND be an engaged dad. Today, he talks about the perceived risks of having a family and professional gambling, navigating the mental highs and lows, and balancing it all. DADennial is hosted by Mike Trenk, LMHC, and is edited by Earfluence.…
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Hi I'm Mike! Along with being a dad by day, I'm also a mental health counselor by night in my own private practice. So I get to see not just my own personal ups and downs of being a dad, but I get to see other families and dads and trying to figure out their day-to-day struggles. As a clinician in private practice, and one of those dads sitting in …
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