<h3>The Fatherhood Challenge is a movement dedicated to encouraging fathers to engage with their children and educate society on the positive impact involved fathers have on their communities and society from generation to generation.</h3>

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We’re taking a relaxed, honest look at a tool designed to help unpack that weight: EMDR therapy. We’re going to break down what EMDR actually is, cut through the jargon, and discuss who it’s right for—and just as importantly, who it isn&#39;t for. You’ll hear some powerful stories of real dads who’ve used it to step out of survival mode and back into their families&#39; lives. Stephanie McAlister is joining me remotely from Canada. Stephanie is a clinical counselor with Virtual Connect. Stephanie spends her time helping people navigate heavy emotional terrain and process past experiences so they can show up more fully in their daily lives.Through her work with fathers across Canada, she&#39;s seen firsthand how unprocessed trauma can subtly hijack a dad&#39;s ability to stay present with his family. Today, she&#39;s here to give us an unfiltered look at EMDR—how it works, what to expect. To connect with Stephanie at Virtual Connect and book your free 15min consultation (Canadians Only), visit: <a href="https://virtualconnect.ca/" rel="nofollow">https://virtualconnect.ca/</a> US citizens are welcome to explore resources.For a free therapy consultation in the US, visit: <a href="https://www.dreamweavertherapypllc.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.dreamweavertherapypllc.com/</a> Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

feat. Stephanie McAlister

How EMDR Heals Trauma In Dads

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In this episode, we&#39;re talking about how something as simple as a bedtime story can become a powerful tool for building confidence, character, and connection with your kids. We&#39;ll discuss why intentional bedtime routines matter, how stories shape identity, and how fathers can create meaningful moments that leave a lasting impact long after the lights go out.Derek Salyers is the founder of Good Night Little Hero, a company dedicated to creating bedtime experiences that encourage children, build confidence, and strengthen family connections.What started as a simple idea has grown into a mission to help kids see themselves as capable, courageous, and deeply valued, all through the power of storytelling. 👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

Raising Heroes at Bedtime with Derek Salyers

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Dads work really hard to build businesses and build careers—not just to pay the bills, but to protect and provide for the people we love most. But life can throw a curveball when you least expect it, and in those moments, we’re forced to answer a serious question: Does the work we do control our lives, or does it give us the freedom to show up for our families when it matters most?Chance Sweat is a husband, father, business owner, and business broker with a passion for helping entrepreneurs build companies that can thrive without requiring them to be tied to a desk 80 hours a week.Back in 2023, Chance and his family faced the ultimate test when his wife, Taylor, was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 29 years old. Because Chance had intentionally built a business designed to run without his daily presence, he was able to completely step away for three months to walk alongside her, focus on her healing, and be fully present for his family.Today, Taylor is cancer-free, and Chance is sharing his journey—not just as a story of survival and faith, but as a roadmap for how dads can treat their work as everyday ministry and build true freedom into their lives. To learn more about the resources Chance mentioned in this episode visit: <a href="https://chancesweat.com/" rel="nofollow">https://chancesweat.com/</a> Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

Creating True Family Freedom in Times of Trial with Chance Sweat

Business as a Safety Net

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We dads spend a massive chunk of our lives thinking about money. We work hard to earn it, budget it, save it, and make sure our families are provided for. But so often, our culture teaches us to look at money through a lens of total ownership that everything in our bank account is simply &#39;ours&#39; to control. But what happens when we shift that mindset? What if, instead of seeing ourselves as owners, we start viewing ourselves as stewards—temporary caretakers of resources entrusted to us for a higher purpose? We will spend this episode diving into that exact shift.Matt Morizio is a thoughtful leader, communicator, and guide when it comes to aligning our everyday decisions—especially around our resources—with timeless, faith-driven principles. Matt is an entrepreneur and founder of Reconstructing Wealth, and before that he chased his baseball dreams as a catcher and pitcher in the Kansas City Royals minor league system.To learn more about Reconstructing Wealth visit: <a href="https://reconstructingwealth.com/" rel="nofollow">https://reconstructingwealth.com/</a> Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter </a>Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

Redefining Family Wealth with Matt Morizio

Owner vs. Steward

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In this episode we’re sitting down with the founder and Executive Director of EMPOWR to talk about how he maintained an unbreakable bond with his daughter in the face of alienation. We’re going to talk about staying grounded, keeping hope alive, and what it really takes to stand strong for your kids when the odds feel stacked against you. We&#39;re also going to reveal the secret to discovering your identity in purpose and how to live a purpose driven life instead of fear led.Adrian Devezin. Adrian is a dedicated dad, an advocate for intentional parenting, and the founder and Executive Director of EMPOWR—an organization focused on uplifting and equipping families and youth.To visit Adrian&#39;s website and connect with him or learn more about EMPOWR, visit: <a href="https://www.empowrco.org/" rel="nofollow">https://www.empowrco.org/</a> Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

Claiming Identity, Purpose, and a Father’s Calling with Adrian Devezin

From Alienation to Impact

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This episode is part 2 of our conversation with Adam Weisner. If you have not listened to part 1 we strongly recommend listening to that first, then coming back and listening to this one.Adam Weisner is a dedicated husband, father, and entrepreneur who is passionate about helping men build businesses that reflect their deeply held values.Having navigated the transition out of traditional corporate environments himself, Adam understands the tension so many dads feel between chasing career success and showing up fully for their families. He dedicated his work to showing fathers how to build Kingdom-minded businesses—enterprises that glorify God, generate real freedom, and keep family where it belongs: right at the center of a father’s life.To learn more about Adam Weisner or find his book mentioned in the episode visit: https://www.adamweisner.com/ Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

How Present Fathers Build a Biblical Business (Part 2)

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So many dads hit a point in their careers where they look at the 9-to-5 grind and realize something is missing. They want to provide for their families, but they also want to be truly present for the moments that matter most. And for a lot of men, there&#39;s a growing desire to build something bigger than just a paycheck—a business that aligns with their faith, honors God, and leaves a lasting legacy.Adam Weisner is a dedicated husband, father, and entrepreneur who is passionate about helping men build businesses that reflect their deeply held values. Having navigated the transition out of traditional corporate environments himself, Adam understands the tension so many dads feel between chasing career success and showing up fully for their families. He dedicated his work to showing fathers how to build Kingdom-minded businesses—enterprises that glorify God, generate real freedom, and keep family where it belongs: right at the center of a father’s life. To learn more about Adam Weisner or find his book mentioned in the episode visit: <a href="https://www.adamweisner.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.adamweisner.com/</a> Stop reading the same dusty bedtime book for the 100th time—turn your child into the main character tonight! 🦸‍♂️✨Every dad knows the nightly storytime struggle: you want to ignite your child&#39;s imagination, but after a long day, creating a whole new adventure from scratch feels exhausting. With Goodnight Little Hero, you get to co-author personalized bedtime stories where your child becomes the hero saving the day.Whether they want to explore outer space or tame a keyboard-playing dragon, you shape the world in seconds—creating priceless bonding moments they’ll remember forever.👉 Ready to level up bedtime? Go to <a href="https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_campaign=underwriter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">https://goodnightlittlehero.com/?utm_source=fatherhoodchallenge&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=underwriter</a> Use promo code FATHERHOOD to take $25 off a yearly plan for new customers.

How Present Fathers Build a Biblical Business (Part 1)

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Every single year, millions of devoted, loving fathers walk into a courtroom expecting a system built on justice, fairness, and the best interests of their children—only to realize they have stepped onto a financial and emotional battlefield heavily weighted against them. The family court system isn&#39;t just flawed; for many dads, it feels fundamentally broken. We are going deep into the belly of the beast with someone who has been in the trenches both personally and professionally.Keith Barton is a former Marine Corps combat veteran, former aviator, logistics operator, congressional candidate, and tireless advocate for national family court reform. After successfully fighting his own child custody case all the way through a Florida appellate court victory, Keith turned his personal ordeal into a mission to overhaul the system for American families. You can find Keith&#39;s resources mentioned in this episode at: <a href="https://www.bartonfortexas.com/initiatives/responsible-rntr4" rel="nofollow">https://www.bartonfortexas.com/initiatives/responsible-rntr4</a> To read the legal opinion in the Barton vs Barton case referenced in the episode, visit: <a href="https://law.justia.com/cases/florida/first-district-court-of-appeal/2026/1d2025-1821.html" rel="nofollow">https://law.justia.com/cases/florida/first-district-court-of-appeal/2026/1d2025-1821.html</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol>﻿ ﻿Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Keith Barton on the Family Court Battle, Survival, and Systemwide Change

Restoring Justice for Fathers

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Conversations at home can shift tone fast. A simple comment about politics or some other charged topic can turn a comfortable dinner into something tense and quiet. Most families don’t want that, and honestly, it takes a toll when every gathering feels like it might turn into a debate.This episode is all about lowering that emotional temperature. We’re looking at practical ways to keep the atmosphere calm, even when the topic gets tricky.Dr. Samuel Eshleman Latimer is a social and clinical psychologist who specializes in conflict management. Samuel is an adjunct professor at the Global Centre for Advanced Studies and founded Fostering Growth and Cooperation to provide evidence-based family and couples therapy as a practical contribution toward building a healthier democratic society. Samuel has provided workshops at places like Columbia University, Cincinnati Children&#39;s, and Child Focus, and has contributed to numerous podcasts, including DBT &amp; Me, The Super Daddy Club, and The Olympia Psychology Podcast.You can find the resources Dr. Latimer mentioned in this episode here: <a href="https://www.fosteringgrowthandcooperation.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fosteringgrowthandcooperation.com/</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol>﻿Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

How Dads Can Create Peaceful, Politics‑Proof Dinner Tables with Dr. Samuel Eshleman Latimer

Turning Down the Temperature

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Today, we’re diving into a conversation that’s all about giving families a real advantage when the unexpected happens such as when a child goes missing. It’s practical, it’s forward‑thinking, and honestly, it’s one of those things that makes you stop and say, “Why aren’t more people doing this?” Curious? Chuck Still spent years as a detective with the Tustin Police Department, working cases that no family ever wants to face. And instead of walking away from that chapter of his life, he took everything he learned and built something that gives families a real advantage when the unexpected happens.He’s the creator of My Family ID, an app that lets parents securely store digital fingerprints and 3D face scans of their kids — tools that can make all the difference when time matters most. Chuck’s heart for protecting families didn’t retire when he did. It just found a new mission. To learn more about My Family ID and download, visit: <a href="https://myfamilyid.org/download/" rel="nofollow">https://myfamilyid.org/download/</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol>﻿ Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Inside Chuck Still’s My Family ID App

The Future of Family Safety

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One of the most surprising parts of raising kids today is realizing just how quickly the world starts teaching them about sex. It’s everywhere, in jokes at school, in the content they stumble across online such as porn, even in the way other kids talk about their bodies. Today, we’re going to talk about why fathers are uniquely positioned to guide their kids through the truth about bodies, boundaries, and safety and how taking the lead can strengthen trust, deepen connection, and shape the kind of relationship every dad hopes to build.Janet Rosenzweig has spent her entire career helping families raise what she calls sex‑wise kids — children who understand their bodies, their boundaries, and their safety long before the world tries to teach them something else.She’s a nationally recognized expert in child protection, healthy development, and family communication, and her work has guided parents across the country in having conversations that feel honest, confident, and connected instead of awkward or intimidating.You can find Janet Rosenzweig&#39;s work, The Sex-Wise Parent at: <a href="https://www.sexwiseparent.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sexwiseparent.com/</a>You can purchase her book The Sex-Wise Parent here: <a href="https://link.amazon/B005CFo3M" rel="nofollow">https://link.amazon/B005CFo3M</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</li><li>Donation: https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</li></ol> ﻿Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90 and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

The Conversation That Protects

Raising Sex‑Wise Kids Starts with Dad

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In this episode we’re talking about a new paradigm for men’s wellness — one that doesn’t treat men like problems to fix, but like whole human beings who’ve been disconnected from parts of themselves they actually need. It’s a shift from “What’s wrong with me?” to “What have I lost touch with?” It’s about thawing out the places stress has shut down, reclaiming the parts culture told men to hide, and rediscovering the emotional and physical energy that comes from being fully integrated.Duncan Rich is the co‑founder of MELD Community Inc., and he’s helping men rethink what it means to be healthy — mentally, physically, and emotionally — in a world that often teaches them to shut down the very parts of themselves they need most. To learn more about MELD and get connected with the community, visit: <a href="https://meld.community/core/" rel="nofollow">https://meld.community/core/</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> ﻿Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Duncan Rich on Reconnecting What Stress and Culture Have Frozen

Rediscovering the Whole Man

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Today, we’re talking about how dads can influence good nutrition in a way that feels natural, doable, and even fun. We’ll talk about the barriers kids face, the barriers dads face, and the practical steps that help families overcome both. And we’ll look at how mealtime can become one of the most meaningful parts of your day, not just for health, but for connection.Dr. Elizabeth Daniels is a nutrition expert who understands the real‑world challenges dads face at the table: picky eating, busy schedules, mixed messages from culture and media, and the simple fact that most of us are trying to improve our own habits while teaching our kids at the same time. Dr. Daniels is the founder of New Story Nutrition, and she’s here to share practical tools, real encouragement, and a vision for mealtimes that actually brings families together. To learn more about the resources Dr. Daniels mentioned in this episode, visit: <a href="https://www.newstorynutrition.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.newstorynutrition.com/</a> You can listen to her podcast Nutrition for the Early Years here: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/nutrition-for-the-early-years/id1865258075" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/nutrition-for-the-early-years/id1865258075</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</li><li>Donation: https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</li></ol> ﻿Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90 and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Elizabeth Daniels on Helping Dads Build Healthy Habits and Meaningful Mealtime Rituals

Feeding Connection

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Today, we’re exploring how storytelling can help teens process what they’re carrying, and what it means for parents who are trying to connect with kids who feel unreachable. Dr. Danice Rinderknecht is a physician who has watched countless kids walk into her exam room carrying anxiety, depression, and trauma they can’t put into words. Instead of pushing for explanations they don’t have, she’s learned how to connect with them in ways that feel safe, creative, and genuinely healing.She’s taken that experience and poured it into a young‑adult fantasy novel called The Spark. It’s built to meet teens where they already are — in imagination, in metaphor, in story — and to help families open conversations that often feel impossible to start. Her work bridges the gap between silence and expression, giving kids a way to see their struggles from a perspective that feels less overwhelming and more hopeful. You can get her book The Spark here: <a href="https://link.amazon/B0ftbA5W5" rel="nofollow">https://link.amazon/B0ftbA5W5</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Dr. Danice Rinderknecht on Reaching Kids When Words Aren’t Enough

Helping Teens Heal

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Part 1 in the last episode was all about Paul Mckee&#39;s story of entrepreneurship, and creating free curriculum for homeschoolers. This episode is all about strategy, how dads can use his resources with the safe use of AI to maximize the education experience for their kids whether homeschooled or in school.You can find the Free Worksheets resource mentioned in this episode here: <a href="https://freeworksheets.com/" rel="nofollow">https://freeworksheets.com/</a> Dads, if money feels stressful or confusing, you don’t have to stay stuck. Money Mindset Academy gives you the tools to rewrite your money story and lead your family with confidence. Start now at <a href="http://MoneyMindsetAcademy.com/jonathan" rel="nofollow">MoneyMindsetAcademy.com/jonathan</a>. Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

How Dads Can Teach, Protect, and Empower Their Kids with Paul McKee

AI in the Homeschool Part 2

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Part 1 of this conversation explores how AI can become a wise, intentional, and safe part of a dad’s homeschooling toolkit. We’re looking at how technology can support personalized learning, streamline planning, and open new doors for curiosity, all while keeping kids protected and maintaining the hands‑on connection that makes homeschooling meaningful.We’ll also highlight a powerful online resource designed specifically to help parents teach at home, offering practical materials that make the journey smoother and more accessible. This is a chance to rethink how dads can blend traditional teaching with modern tools in a way that strengthens the homeschool experience. And I’ve brought the perfect dad and teacher to cover all of this. Part 2 of the conversation will be in the next episode.I&#39;m joined by someone who has poured years into creating practical, accessible tools for parents who teach at home. He’s the mind behind FreeWorksheets.com — a resource that has reached millions of families looking for simple, effective ways to support their kids’ learning.What makes his perspective so valuable is the way he blends traditional educational tools with modern technology, especially AI. He understands the concerns dads have about safety, the desire to stay hands‑on, and the challenge of keeping learning both structured and engaging. His work sits right at that intersection, offering real solutions instead of just theories.I’m excited to dig into how his experience, his platform, and his approach can help dads navigate homeschooling with confidence, clarity, and the right tools at their side. You can find Paul&#39;s website mentioned in this episode at: <a href="https://freeworksheets.com/" rel="nofollow">https://freeworksheets.com/</a> Dads, if money feels stressful or confusing, you don’t have to stay stuck. Money Mindset Academy gives you the tools to rewrite your money story and lead your family with confidence. Start now at <a href="http://moneymindsetacademy.com/jonathan" rel="nofollow">MoneyMindsetAcademy.com/jonathan</a>. Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</li><li>Donation: https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

AI in the Homeschool Part 1

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Technology is woven into almost everything our kids touch today. It shapes how they learn, how they communicate, and how they see the world. And as dads, we’re constantly trying to stay one step ahead — helping them use it with confidence instead of getting swept up in it.But every once in a while, a fresh idea comes along that flips the script. Something that doesn’t just teach kids how to use technology, but teaches them how to approach it with intention, discipline, and faith.Today’s conversation is all about that kind of idea — a tool built from a dad’s desire to help children master technology while grounding their hearts in Scripture. I’m excited to welcome Nick Rogers, the creator of Typed in Faith, to share the story behind how this all began and the impact it’s having on kids and parents alike. He’s a Christian homeschool dad who stepped into the tech space with a mission: help kids master technology while keeping their hearts anchored in God’s Word. Visit the website mentioned in this episode here: <a href="http://typedinfaith.com/thefatherhoodchallenge" rel="nofollow">http://typedinfaith.com/thefatherhoodchallenge</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Nick Rogers and the Mission Behind Typed in Faith

When Faith Meets Technology

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In this episode we’re talking to an entrepreneur who’s spent years building, acquiring, and growing businesses, and who has a deep passion for helping families recognize and nurture entrepreneurial potential in their kids. We’re exploring what it actually looks like to raise entrepreneur‑minded children, how to tell when your child might be wired for that path, and the practical ways you can help them develop the skills, habits, and confidence to begin early.This isn’t about pushing kids into business. It’s about recognizing their unique wiring, guiding them with wisdom, and giving them the tools to build something meaningful with their lives. Jay Bourgana is an entrepreneur, an acquisitions expert, and a builder who’s spent years helping business owners grow, scale, and think differently about opportunity. But what I appreciate most about Jay is the way he connects all of that experience back to family—back to how we can guide our kids toward confidence, creativity, and ownership in their own lives.Jay has worked with countless founders through Acquisitions Collective, and he’s seen firsthand the traits, habits, and mindsets that set entrepreneurs apart. And today, he’s helping us translate that into parenting: how to recognize when your child might be wired for entrepreneurship, how to nurture that spark without forcing it, and how to help them develop the skills to begin exploring that path early. Here is the link to Jay&#39;s website mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://kidsbusinessschool.com/" rel="nofollow">ttps://kidsbusinessschool.com/</a> Here are the links to the other resources Jay mentioned in this episode:<a href="https://kidsmarkets.com/" rel="nofollow">https://kidsmarkets.com/</a><a href="https://actonacademy.org/?ad_id=784726693092&ad_source=google&campaign_id=23280848612&gad_campaignid=23280848612&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAq-mGgHFlixpFxq_NRTEe_R4EmceJ&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8c3VBhCsARIsAA_xJ93lqY9Bge_1dtjgeLru3oCxZTMIyW_pnhQS4BBF_HImeBsDqv4U8gcaAtqnEALw_wcB&utm_campaign=&utm_content=_c__g_search_network&utm_medium=_c__g_search_network&utm_source=google_ads&utm_term=___p_find+an+acton+academy" rel="nofollow">https://actonacademy.org/?utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Paid&amp;utm_campaign=SendChildToSchoolSelectedStates&amp;utm_content=Acton&amp;utm_source=google_ads&amp;utm_medium=_c__g_search_network&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;utm_content=_c__g_search_network&amp;utm_term=___p_find%20an%20acton%20academy&amp;ad_source=google&amp;ad_id=784726693092&amp;campaign_id=23280848612&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23280848612&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAq-mGgHFlixpFxq_NRTEe_R4EmceJ&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw8c3VBhCsARIsAA_xJ93lqY9Bge_1dtjgeLru3oCxZTMIyW_pnhQS4BBF_HImeBsDqv4U8gcaAtqnEALw_wcB</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

Jay Bourgana on Building Vision, Grit, and Ownership Early

Raising Entrepreneur‑Minded Kids

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When we talk about ADHD, most people jump straight to the stereotypes. They picture the kid who can’t sit still, or the adult who’s always losing their keys. But ADHD is so much more layered than that, and honestly, it reaches into places we don’t always expect — like marriage, parenting, and even how we show up as dads.Today, I want to slow things down and really explore those layers with someone who understands them from both the professional side and the personal side. This episode&#39;s guest brings both professional insight and a deeply personal story to this conversation. Judith Richardson‑Mahre is here, and if you’ve ever felt confused, overwhelmed, or even discouraged by the challenges ADHD can bring into a marriage or into parenting, you’re going to connect with her right away.Judith has spent years helping families navigate ADHD with compassion and clarity, but what makes her voice so powerful is that she’s lived this journey herself. She understands the strain it can put on communication, the misunderstandings that can build up, and the emotional weight couples carry when they’re trying to love each other well in the middle of all that chaos. And she also understands the heart of a parent who’s trying to raise an ADHD child with patience, strategy, and a whole lot of love. You can learn more about Kaleidoscope Coaching &amp; Counseling and find the resources mentioned in this episode at <a href="https://www.kcccares.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.kcccares.com/</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

A Conversation on Love, Strategy, and Redemption with Judith Richardson‑Mahre

ADHD, Marriage, and Fatherhood

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Today’s conversation is such an important one. We’re sitting down with a renowned pediatrician. She’s spent years helping parents understand what’s really happening beneath the surface when teens pull away, and how dads can respond in ways that open doors instead of closing them.If you’ve ever felt that communication gap widening with your teen, this episode is going to give you hope, clarity, and practical tools you can start using right away.Dr. Elizabeth Henry — known as Dr. Liz — is a pediatrician, consultant, and youth‑connection specialist who has spent her career helping parents understand what’s really going on in the hearts and minds of their teens. She’s the founder of Dr. Liz Consulting, a national speaker, and the author of the powerful book SPARK: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Rebuilding Trust, Restoring Connection, and Igniting Youth Potential. Visit Dr. Liz&#39;s website at <a href="https://www.drlizconsulting.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.drlizconsulting.com/</a> You can also find her social media links there and you can purchase her book here: <a href="https://link.amazon/B09sXgK6f" rel="nofollow">https://link.amazon/B09sXgK6f</a> Want to support The Fatherhood Challenge? Here are two easy ways:<ol><li>Merch: <a href="https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/" rel="nofollow">https://thefatherhoodchallenge.dashery.com/</a></li><li>Donation: <a href="https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate" rel="nofollow">https://www.thefatherhoodchallenge.com/donate</a></li></ol> Is your internet service provider jerking you around by providing unreliable service, poor customer service and STILL expecting you to pay for it? Fire them! You have options.Visit <a href="https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90" rel="nofollow">https://starlink.com?referral=RC-DF-14196101-41439-90</a> and look at the amazing options Starlink has. Sign up and get a free month of service while it lasts. By signing up you will also help The Fatherhood Challenge accomplish its mission another year.

How Dads Can Bridge the Teen Communication Gap with Dr. Liz Henry

SPARK the Connection

Turning the hearts of the fathers to their children.

The Fatherhood Challenge is a movement dedicated to encouraging fathers to engage with their children and educate society on the positive impact involved fathers have on their communities and society.