The Dad Edge Podcast

Today we have a story unlike anything you've ever heard before. Remi Adeleke is a former Navy SEAL, actor, entrepreneur, author, husband and dad. These are huge accomplishments for any man, but once you learn about Remi's background, you will be astounded. Beginning life as a son in a wealthy, royal Nigerian family and almost ending as a drug dealer in The Bronx, Remi Adeleke's defining moment was his father's death when he was five years old. Raised by his single mom, Remi was cast into poverty and turned to crime to fill the void of male leadership. Remi talks about how growing up without a father impacted his journey and how he is is living proof that even when things seem hopeless, it's possible to transform and live a life beyond imagining. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/229. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

As our kids get into their teens, they tend to isolate and become more independent. Their thoughts and feelings grow more complex. Asking them about their day at school is not enough to get them to open up about what's going on inside their heads, and they are not going to volunteer information. How can we better connect with our teenagers? This is a crucial time for our kids, and the quality of our relationships depends on the quality of the questions we ask. If we want our teenagers to feel free to communicate with us, we have to be proactive about getting to know the person they're becoming. In this short episode, we list ten questions to a deeper connection with your teen. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday172. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and Joe Bailey as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Digital distraction is a huge problem for parents today. It seems like social media, tech, and video games are hijacking our kids' lives, but what if the amount of time our kids spend on devices is a symptom of a much deeper issue? Today we have Nir Eyal on The Dad Edge Podcast. He is a professor at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and the author of international bestseller, Hooked—How to Build Habit-Forming Products. His upcoming book, Indistractable—How to Control your Attention and Choose Your Life, is a guidebook for getting the best out of tech without letting it get the best of us. Nir Eyal knows better than anyone about how people get sucked into the rabbit hole of digital distraction, but what he's going to tell us today will blow your mind. Listen as he outlines the psychology of distraction and how to address the true source of the problem so that kids don't feel the need to overuse technology. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/228. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

Being a man and a father means being the leader of our families, finances, and businesses or careers. We are in constant demand and spend much of our time putting fires out. How can we develop grit and resilience so that everyday problems and insecurities don't get in the way of creating a life of fulfillment? What few of us realize is that grit and resilience can be practiced and learned. With hard work, we can toughen our minds and use adversity to grow. Today we give you a sneak peek into one of our private call teams called the Dad Edge Monthly Tactical Agenda. We discuss a 5 week toolkit that will help you kick butt and take action in your life! In this short episode, you will learn how to: Identify the lies you tell yourself Develop your own creed Starve fear and feed courage Celebrate wins Get comfortable with being uncomfortable For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday171. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

Well, the inmates were running the asylum this week as Larry relaxed on vacation! This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join JMack and Dan Zehner as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Most of us have been in a dark place at some point in our lives. What is the first step to reclaiming ourselves? How can we find the courage to move forward when it seems like there is no way out? Today's guest is Chad Robichaux. He is a former Force Recon Marine, a professional MMA fighter, and a bestselling author. After coming home from deployment, he was diagnosed with PTSD. Chad became lost, depressed, angry, and suicidal. It got to the point where his children were afraid of him, and he and his wife were filing for a divorce. But Chad experienced a moment of clarity that allowed him to make the choice to step out of the darkness and into his true purpose in life. Now he helps other men as they fight the battle within. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/227. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

Fight, flight, or freeze. These are humans' three reactions to danger. What tools do your kids have to defend themselves when they are threatened? As parents, we hope our kids will never be forced into this position, but in order to protect them, we must teach them how to stick up for themselves. Martial arts are a great way to give kids the tools they need to defend themselves. They also teach life skills like discipline, perseverance, and courage. It's not just about fighting. It's about empowerment—physical, mental, and emotional. Today we have Dad Edge Alliance member Philipp Lomboy back on the show. He is a martial arts and self-defense expert and the creator of the Everyday Fighter podcast and community. He is also the father of four girls. He has instilled training as part of his daughters' lives and has raised them to know that they have the right to set their own boundaries and demand respect. Listen to the benefits of teaching your kids to defend themselves in this short episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday170. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and Dan Zehner as they bring on men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

How can we detach from chaos and our emotions so we can make the best decisions in our lives? How do we know when it's time to lead and time to follow? How do we apply the balance of leadership and detachment to our family and work life to reach a victorious outcome in any situation? Today we are pumped to have Jocko Willink on the show. He is a former Navy SEAL, powerhouse podcaster, and co-author of The Dichotomy of Leadership: Balancing the Challenges of Extreme Ownership to Lead and Win with our former guest, Leif Babin. Jocko tells us how to navigate life with a mindset of extreme ownership, humility, and wisdom. He also talks about raising kids with the dichotomy of leadership so that they can become more resilient, independent, and make the smartest choices for themselves. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/226. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.