The Dad Edge Podcast

Don Bentley is the New York Times Bestselling author of the Matt Drake thriller series including Hostile Intent, The Outside Man, and Without Sanction as well as one forthcoming title. Don also writes in the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan, Jr. universe with Zero Hour, Target Acquired, and one forthcoming title. Don spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot during which time he was stationed in South Korea, Germany, and Texas. While deployed to Afghanistan as a Troop Commander in support of Operation Enduring Freedom VI, Don was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with "V" device for valor. Following his time in the military Don worked as an FBI Special Agent and was a member of the Dallas Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. After leaving the FBI, Don worked for companies that developed technology for the U.S. Special Operations Community. He holds a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Ohio State University, and an M.F.A in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University. Don lives with his family in Austin, Texas. Show Notes:https://www.thedadedge.com/374

Today we are talking about sex, and intimacy, passion, connection, communication, but mostly sex. Today we are talking with Sheila Gregoire and she is an amazing speaker, author and brings a Christian vibe to the sex conversation. I know that you will get a lot from this show. We talk about increasing the quality. I would sacrifice mediocre daily sex with amazing sex once a week and that's one thing we talk about today. . Sheila is a Christian and has a different perspective when we talk about sex and creating intimacy. Show Notes: www.thedadedge.com/friday55

When it comes to making mistakes and taking risks, are you fearful that you're going to do something wrong and it's going to be irreversible? If this happens, will you be identified as a failure? That is what most people are afraid of when taking risks. We talk today about this and the stories we tell ourselves and why we get wrapped up in something like this. My guest, Stephen Miller is an entrepreneur, best-selling author and Youtube star with his channel, The Stephen Fam, with a platform of almost 1 million followers in just 2 years. In his channel, he displays the beauty and the depth, diversity of featuring his large adoptive home of seven. Stephen has recorded six studio albums and is the author of The Liberating King and The Worship Leaders. Show Notes:www.thedadedge.com/373

What do You Say To Yourself When No One Else Can Hear? That is the question I bring to the table and wow do we have a show today for you. Ethan Kross is one of the world's leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan's top ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the director of the Emotion & Self Control Laboratory. Ethan has participated in policy discussion at the White House and has been interviewed about his research on CBS Evening News, Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Full Circle, and NPR's Morning Edition. His research has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Science. Show Notes:https://www.thedadedge.com/friday54

Steve Weatherford, a two-time fittest NFL player, Super Bowl champion, and entrepreneur, discusses his powerful faith journey and insights on fatherhood. He emphasizes the importance of inner peace through self-care and shares personal experiences that shaped his spiritual leadership. The conversation highlights mentorship and emotional growth, urging fathers to embrace their roles in nurturing family dynamics. Weatherford also reflects on forgiveness and the value of open communication in relationships, driving home the significance of shared core values.

Today's episode has been a long time coming. My guest, Taylor Calmus and I shared the stage at Dad 2.0 back in February of 2020 right before the pandemic hit.On this episode we talk about many things, including what it was like when he started the Dude Dad and in particular what it means to be married to a strong, wonderful woman who believes in you and pushes you to greatness. Taylor Calmus, better known as Dude Dad, is a Colorado-based video creator who makes comedic content all about fatherhood and family life. His videos feature everything from sketches to crazy DIY projects and even heartfelt thoughts about the joys and challenges of fatherhood. Taylor is also the host of Super Dad, a DIY show on the Magnolia Network, where Taylor helps other dads create amazing backyard projects for their kids. Taylor and his wife, Heidi, live in Fort Collins, Colorado, with their three children. Show Notes: https://thedadedge.com/friday53

Science has shown that the best way to help our kids become independent, kind, and happy is by talking with them. And yet we often find ourselves distracted, exhausted, or at a loss as to how to have meaningful conversations. On today's episode we talk to As a speech pathologist, writer, and Harvard lecturer, Rebecca Rolland is passionate about the power of language and conversation to enhance our relationships. In her latest book, The Art of Talking with Children and her approach, she shows you how to enrich your interactions with the kids in your life and build the skills kids really need to thrive. Rebecca talks about meaningful conversations as a "double promise." They build your bond with kids in the moment, and they help kids become kinder, confident, and more creative. Show Notes: https://www.thedadedge.com/371