Welcome to the Young Dad Podcast—whether you're mowing the lawn, grilling dinner, juggling dirty diapers, or just stealing five minutes for yourself—we’re glad you’re here. Grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let’s jump into today’s real and honest conversation.
Our guest today is Austin Davis, a visionary leader in teen behavioral health and addiction recovery. He’s the founder and CEO of Clearfork Academy, the go-to residential treatment center in Texas for teens battling mental health challenges and substance use. With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Austin combines counseling, ministry, and faith to guide teens and families toward healing and hope.
If you’re a parent, educator, or someone who cares about the next generation—this episode is for you.
Visit ClearforkAcademy.com to learn more about their mission, programs, and how they’re transforming lives through faith, structure, and care. If you're a parent or educator seeking support—this is the place to start.
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00:00 Introduction to Teen Behavioral Health
01:03 Austin's Journey into Counseling
03:42 Integrating Faith and Counseling
08:43 Clear Fork Academy's Unique Approach
11:29 Understanding Family Dynamics
15:53 The Identity Crisis in Teens
19:58 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Self-Perception
24:53 Understanding Personal Accountability
26:28 Recognizing Signs of Distress in Teens
29:16 The Importance of Parental Involvement
31:52 Success Stories from Clear Fork Academy
36:30 The Journey of Healing and Identity
39:19 A Call to Action for Families
40:24 Lighthearted Moments in the Dad Zone
Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you're outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today’s guest is Drew Soleyn — a man on a mission to empower fathers, equip professionals, and strengthen families across Canada and beyond. As the Director of Dad Central, Drew leads one of the most powerful father-focused initiatives out there, helping dads build stronger bonds with their kids while developing as leaders at home and in life.
He’s here to talk real — about the pain and pressure of fatherhood, navigating false accusations, co-parenting after trauma, and why most dads get it wrong when it comes to presence, leadership, and emotional connection.
Listeners, if this episode hit home for you, check out: 👉 https://dadcentral.ca/ 👉 Dad Central on YouTube
There you'll find free courses, fatherhood toolkits, and one of the best dad-focused networks on the internet.
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Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you're outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax—thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today’s guest is Dr. Mort Orman, a board-certified internal medicine physician and 40-year anger elimination expert. In his 20s and 30s, Dr. Orman was a self-described hothead — think John McEnroe with a stethoscope — until he discovered a life-changing approach to eliminating anger, not managing it.
Now, 40 years later, he’s written 23 books, developed powerful frameworks like the Anger Internal Causes Framework, and helped everyone from doctors and lawyers to the FBI become anger-free. He’s also been happily married for nearly 40 years — so we know this man walks the walk.
His latest book, Dr. Orman’s Life-Changing Anger Cure, is available now on Amazon.
Grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let’s jump in.
Dr. Orman’s approach isn’t just different — it’s effective. If you’re tired of trying to manage your anger and ready to eliminate it for good, check out his new book: 👉 Dr. Orman’s Life-Changing Anger Cure
Connect with him and explore more at his website, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook.
Thank you, Dr. Orman, for sharing your wisdom with us. And to all our listeners — let’s aim for connection over perfection, every time.
Until next time: keep showing up, keep growing, and keep leading with love.
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Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you’re outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today, I’m joined by Randall Strain — Air Force veteran, father of two, children’s author, and the founder of Neil Marie Publishing. By day he’s a traveling salesman; by night, he’s a storyteller on a mission to help parents stay connected through the power of bedtime stories. His journey from writing goofy tales in hotel rooms to publishing books for families — and his mission to get them into foster homes — is one you won’t want to miss.
Grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let’s jump in.
Randall, thank you so much for joining us today — your story is an incredible reminder of how small acts of connection can make a big difference.
Listeners — you can check out Randall’s work and his mission at: 👉 Instagram: @neilmariepublishing 👉 Facebook: Neil Marie Publishing
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00:00 Introduction to Bedtime Stories and Publishing
01:12 The Journey of Writing and Publishing
03:43 The Mission to Help Foster Kids
09:07 The Importance of Storytelling in Parenting
11:55 Creativity and the Role of Fathers
23:20 Impact of Military Experience on Parenting
26:33 The Evolution of Fatherhood
38:32 Statistics on Father Absence
45:22 The Importance of Connection and Support
50:40 Advice for New Dads
Today, we’re talking business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and the balancing act of fatherhood with a guest who’s built a career on creating and scaling businesses while still making time for family.
Joining us is Jake Sucoff, a marketing agency founder, B2B and healthcare marketing expert, startup veteran, and family man. He’s spent the last 15 years helping businesses scale, launching successful startups, and learning how to work smarter, not harder—so he can spend more time with the people who matter most.
In today’s episode, we’ll cover:
✅ How to grow and scale a business without burning out
✅ Lessons from 15 years in startups, entrepreneurship, and marketing
✅ How to automate and delegate so you can focus on what really matters
✅ Fatherhood, family, and balancing the business grind with real life
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Family Balance
05:19 The Choice of Entrepreneurship Over 9 to 5
10:19 Understanding the Grind: Work Culture and Expendability
15:18 Qualities for Successful Entrepreneurship
20:00 The Importance of Mindset and Emotional Resilience
25:20 Loving the Process: Building Infrastructure for Success
33:04 The Burden of Expectations
35:58 The Role of AI in Marketing
45:49 Fatherhood's Impact on Business and Life
50:38 Fun in the Dad Zone
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To all our listeners—if this episode resonated with you, gave you fresh business insights, or made you rethink work-life balance, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Subscribe, leave a review, and stay connected for more raw, impactful conversation
Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you're outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today’s guest is Dr. John Chanaca, a Licensed Family Counselor, veteran educator, and founder of MJChanacaPublishing—a company devoted to wholesome, values-based children’s books and parenting tools. With over 42 years of experience teaching and counseling in schools, he’s also the author of Power Parenting, The Super Student Series, and The Family Values Series, which are helping families raise resilient, character-driven kids in a distracted world.
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🧠 Explore Parenting Tools and Super Student Series
Chapters
00:00 The Birth of the Young Dad Podcast
00:10 Journey Through Parenting and Publishing
04:21 The Importance of Balance in Family Life
08:08 Navigating Modern Challenges for Fathers
13:50 Legacy and Long-Term Parenting Strategies
22:58 The Risks of Marriage and Parenthood
27:31 The Commitment of Selflessness in Relationships
33:50 Navigating Societal Pressures and Expectations
40:09 The Role of Faith in Parenting and Relationships
56:14 outtro
Welcome into the Young Dad Pod—whether you're meal prepping for the week, stealing fries off your kid's plate, or just trying to survive snack time—thanks for being here and tuning in.
Today’s guest is Jessica Setnick, a leading voice in eating disorder care and nutritional psychology. She’s trained thousands of professionals, created Eating Disorders Boot Camp, and written Healing Your Inner Eater—a deep dive into how our childhood shapes our relationship with food.
Jessica is here to help dads understand how their words, actions, and own food stories influence their kids—while also helping us unpack our own inner eater in the process.To learn more or grab her workbook Food Fairy Tales, visit foodfairytales.com.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Eating Disorders and Parenting
03:50 The Impact of Culture on Body Image
07:48 Understanding Body Confidence and Kindness
11:28 Navigating Clothing Choices and Attention
15:23 The Role of Parents in Body Image
19:05 Recognizing Eating Disorders and Their Triggers
22:43 The Influence of Peers and Media on Children
26:35 Addressing Bullying and Mean Behavior in Kids
30:13 Navigating Childhood Challenges
32:25 The Role of Parenting in Kindness
34:38 Balancing Busy Culture and Parenting
37:28 Understanding Children's Autonomy
40:10 Food Choices and Parental Influence
42:56 The Importance of Relationship Over Control
47:00 Creating a Safe Environment for Kids
50:18 The Journey of Feeding Kids
52:07 Rapid Fire Dad Zone
Keywords
eating disorders, parenting, body image, body confidence, body kindness, nutrition, mental health, children, dads, food choices
Today’s episode is one every parent needs to hear. Parenting is hard, and no matter how much we try to prepare our kids for the future, we sometimes feel stuck, wondering how to help them navigate life’s challenges, develop confidence, and handle emotions in a healthy way.
That’s where life coaching for kids comes in. Our guest today, Renaye Thornborrow, is the founder of Adventures in Wisdom and a pioneer in bringing life coaching to kids worldwide. Through her story-based coaching curriculum, Renaye has helped kids in over 30 countries build confidence, resilience, and self-leadership skills.
She’s also the author of “A Parent’s Guide to Life Coaching for Kids”, where she explains how coaching is different from counseling and parenting and how it can help kids develop mental fitness and emotional resilience.
"Make sure you grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let's jump into the conversation."
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Welcome into the Young Dad Pod—whether you're juggling joint custody, unpacking childhood baggage, or just trying to build a better foundation than what you were handed—thanks for being here and tuning in.
Today’s guest is Kent Darcie, a licensed counselor and the founder of Adults with Divorced Parents Ministries. Kent has spent two decades helping adults who grew up in divorced homes understand how those early experiences affect their adult lives—especially in relationships, parenting, and self-worth. His book, Choose a Better Path, and his work at Hope4ADP.com offer tools for healing that don’t blame—but instead empower.
Big thanks to Kent Darcie for being with us. If today’s episode hit home, make sure you check out his website at Hope4ADP.com for blogs, podcasts, and resources on healing from the ripple effects of your parents’ divorce. His book Choose a Better Path is a must-read for anyone ready to break the cycle.
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00:00 Introduction to the Impact of Divorce on Adults
02:33 Understanding Personal Experiences with Divorce
05:14 The Emotional Toll of Divorce
07:42 Anger and Its Roots in Divorce
10:11 The Loyalty Challenge in Divorced Families
12:34 Navigating Relationships Post-Divorce
15:08 The Gray Divorce Phenomenon
17:38 The Long-Term Effects of Divorce on Children
20:08 Taking the High Road in Co-Parenting
22:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Divorce
31:25 Navigating Gray Divorce
33:20 The Impact on Family Dynamics
36:28 Understanding Gender Issues in Relationships
39:44 The Role of Self-Reflection
46:45 Finding Resources and Support
52:07 Final Thoughts and Advice for Young Dads
Today, we have a guest who holds no punches and takes no prisoners—someone who's built his career and life on hard work, resilience, and straight talk.
Joining us is Dennis Mark Interdonato, a New Jersey real estate expert, Army veteran, and former Drill Sergeant. With over 25 years of experience in home building, remodeling, and marketing, he’s not just selling homes—he’s helping people navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives.
But Dennis’s story is about more than real estate. He’s a bipolar depression warrior, choosing to face it head-on without medication. He’s also an MC club rider, an advocate for community and charity, and a man who values family above all else—especially his five-year-old niece, Gemma Mae, who keeps him grounded.
In today’s conversation, we’ll dive into: ✅ What every homebuyer and seller needs to know in today’s market ✅ How military service and the MC world shaped Dennis’s mindset ✅ Navigating mental health and resilience without medication ✅ The importance of community, charity, and family in business and life
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dennis Mark Interdonato
01:26 The Army Experience and Its Impact
04:51 Transitioning from Army to Real Estate
06:25 Misconceptions in Real Estate
08:40 Rent Control: Pros and Cons
10:44 The Impact of Property Taxes
12:57 Effects of Taxes on Homeowners and Renters
15:35 Current Real Estate Market Trends
16:50 The Role of AI in Real Estate
20:38 Family Values and Work Ethic
24:04 The Influence of Family on Personal Growth
25:17 The Joy of Family and Children
28:06 Lessons from Dad: The Importance of Listening
30:56 The Art of Listening in High-Stress Situations
34:47 Navigating Mental Health Without Medication
40:47 Finding Your Why: A Path to Healing
45:21 Real Estate Insights: Choosing the Right Agent
56:35 Closing Thoughts: Grit, Heart, and Unfiltered Truth
For listeners who want to connect with Dennis:
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👉 Follow Dennis on Socials: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook
To all our listeners—if this episode resonated with you, made you rethink home buying, or gave you a new perspective on resilience, share it with someone who needs to hear it.
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In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, host Jey Young engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Christopher Scott Wyatt, an autistic self-advocate and father of two neurodiverse children. They discuss the challenges and rewards of parenting in the context of neurodiversity, including the journey of fostering and adoption, the importance of stability and support for children in the foster care system, and the critical role of parental involvement in education. Dr. Wyatt shares insights on navigating sensory processing issues, advocating for children with special needs, and the need for a modernized education system that prioritizes problem-solving skills over standardized testing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of being present as a parent and the ongoing journey of supporting neurodiverse children.
Takeaways
Parenting is especially challenging with neurodiverse children.
Fostering and adoption can be a rewarding journey.
Solo parenting can present unique challenges, especially during health crises.
Understanding sensory processing can help in managing meltdowns.
Children in foster care need stability and security.
Parental involvement is crucial for children's educational success.
Education systems need to adapt to modern needs and technologies.
Problem-solving skills are more valuable than standardized test scores.
Cuts to education funding can have long-term negative effects.
Being present as a parent is essential for child development.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Parenting and Neurodiversity
01:06 Journey to Fostering and Adoption
04:15 Navigating Challenges of Foster Parenting
09:34 The Importance of Stability in Foster Care
12:30 Advocacy and Understanding Neurodiversity
17:16 The Complexities of the Foster Care System
21:42 Education and Special Needs Advocacy
27:11 Parental Involvement and Community Support
35:04 Funding Disparities in Education
39:22 The Impact of Legislation on School Budgets
42:35 Outdated Education Systems
46:47 Teaching to the Test vs. Critical Thinking
52:35 The Importance of Problem Solving
56:52 The Future of Special Education
59:55 Intelligent Budget Cuts in Education
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In this episode of The Young Dad Podcast, host Jey Young reflects on his journey through podcasting, sharing insights from his experiences and the lessons learned over 250 episodes. He introduces the Pod Launch Accelerator program, designed to help aspiring podcasters navigate the challenges of launching their shows. Jey emphasizes the importance of community, consistency, and having a clear vision in podcasting. He outlines the phases of the program, which guide participants from idea conception to launching their podcast, while also addressing the mental health aspects of the creative process. Jey encourages listeners to share their stories and passions through podcasting, reinforcing that everyone has a unique voice that deserves to be heard.
Takeaways
The Young Dad Podcast focuses on real conversations about fatherhood.
Jey Young aims to reach a million people through his podcast.
Podcasting can be started with minimal resources.
Consistency and structure are key to podcast success.
Community support is essential for podcasters.
The Pod Launch Accelerator program offers structured guidance.
Mental health is an important aspect of the creative process.
Every individual has a unique story worth sharing.
Feedback and accountability are crucial for growth.
The podcasting journey is about learning and evolving.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast Journey
03:14 The Importance of Podcasting and Community
06:16 Lessons Learned from 250 Episodes
08:50 Introducing Pod Launch Accelerator
11:23 Program Structure and Phases
16:36 Mindset and Long-Term Strategy
21:58 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you're outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today’s guest is Bob Furniss, a customer service leader who’s received the ICMI Lifetime Achievement Award — but more importantly, he’s a father who walked the hard road of supporting his daughter, Keesha, through breast cancer. That journey inspired Bob and his wife to found Warrior Princess, a nonprofit dedicated to educating young women about early breast cancer detection.
His memoir, On to Blue, captures the heartbreak, growth, and transformation of a dad discovering what it really means to love and advocate — especially when the stakes are life or death.
Listeners — grab Bob’s book On to Blue to dive deeper into his story, and check out www.warriorprincess.org to support their powerful work in early detection and awareness. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the show.Visit the website for interactive activity guides and everything YDP- www.youngdadpod.com
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00:00 Introduction to Bob Furniss and His Journey
03:29 The Catalyst for Advocacy: A Father's Regret
08:36 Receiving the Diagnosis: A Father's Perspective
14:15 Navigating Grief and Advocacy
19:22 The Impact of Cancer on Family Dynamics
21:00 Lessons Learned: Living Like Keisha
21:51 Embracing Differences in Parenting
26:01 Transforming Challenges into Strengths
35:23 The Birth of a Nonprofit
39:08 Reflections on Fatherhood and Legacy
45:27 Outtro
In this engaging conversation, Jey Young and Scott Grace explore the complexities of conflict resolution, the role of humor in communication, and the importance of compassion in a divided society. Scott shares his insights on navigating personal and societal challenges, emphasizing the need for inner peace and understanding amidst fear and division. They discuss the impact of politics on personal lives, the evolution of education, and the significance of parenting in fostering a compassionate future. The dialogue highlights the power of humor as a tool for connection and the necessity of love and understanding in overcoming differences.
Takeaways
Conflict often stems from petty differences that are blown out of proportion.
Fear is a significant driver of division in society.
People are inherently seeking peace in their lives.
Compassion must start at home before it can extend outward.
Anger is a secondary emotion that often masks deeper feelings.
Humor can be an effective tool for communication and connection.
It's essential to channel negative emotions into positive actions.
The media plays a crucial role in shaping public perception and fear.
Education spending does not always correlate with improved outcomes.
Love and understanding are vital in navigating disagreements.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Conflict Resolution
02:24 The Role of Fear in Division
04:59 The Quest for Peace
07:33 Compassion and Personal Responsibility
10:35 The Impact of Politics on Personal Lives
13:31 The Importance of Local Engagement
16:16 Historical Context of Economic Policies
18:11 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
27:04 Finding Inner Peace in a Polarized World
32:10 Channeling Anger into Positive Action
34:26 Understanding Anger as a Secondary Emotion
40:59 The Role of Humor in Addressing Serious Issues
46:09 The Importance of Love in Disagreement
51:01 Advice for New Fathers
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Welcome into the Young Dad Pod—whether you’re wrestling with a toddler who only eats beige foods, sneaking veggies into spaghetti sauce, or just trying to survive another grocery store meltdown—thanks for tuning in."Today’s guest is Misa Pignataro, a certified health coach, culinary nutritionist, educator, wife, and mom of two young girls. Her mission? To help shape your child’s tastes one bite at a time—turning chaos into calm at the dinner table and building lifelong healthy habits without the overwhelm.If you want to try her Taste-O-Meter or dive deeper into her work, head over to misascleankitchen.com for free resources, her favorite tips, and links to her programs.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Picky Eating and Family Meals02:48 Transforming Picky Eaters: Strategies for Parents05:47 The Importance of Modeling Behavior in Eating Habits08:40 Making Food Fun: The Taste-O-Meter11:56 Involving Kids in the Kitchen14:29 Building Healthy Eating Habits17:54 Reducing Sugar and Managing Snacks19:45 Meal Planning and Family Style Dining25:34 Final Thoughts on Picky Eating and ParentingCheck out the Website for Interactive Activity Guides, Resources, Full Transcripts, all things YDP- www.youngdadpod.com Clink the Link for YDP Deals (Joon, Forefathers &more)- https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Want to be a guest on Young Dad Podcast? Send Jey Young a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly consider a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod
In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, host Jey Young speaks with Dr. David Marcus, a clinical psychologist with over 40 years of experience. They discuss the importance of emotional connections in parenting, the concept of a 'soothing presence,' and how parents can better communicate with their children.
Dr. Marcus emphasizes the need for parents to understand their own emotional responses and the impact of stress on family dynamics. He provides insights into children's developmental assumptions about their emotions and the importance of creating safe spaces for open communication. The conversation also touches on 'emptying out' children to help them manage their emotions effectively, the significance of developing emotional language, and the challenges of peer pressure in adolescence.
Takeaways
Parents are the agents of change in their children's lives.
Children learn emotional responses from their parents' behavior.
Creating a soothing presence is essential for effective parenting.
Stress can lead parents to regress to their own childhood behaviors.
Understanding emotional language is crucial for communication with children.
Parents must create safe spaces for their children to express themselves.
The process of emptying out children helps them manage emotions.
Tweaking parenting skills can empower parents to make a difference.
Assumptions about children's emotionality can hinder communication.
Peer pressure can be mitigated through open dialogue with parents.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Connection
01:07 Journey into Psychology
03:50 The Concept of Soothing Presence
07:36 Understanding Internalization and Regression
10:41 The Role of Parents in Child Development
14:16 Assumptions of Emotionality in Children
20:30 Creating Safe Spaces for Communication
24:09 The Process of Emptying Out Children
28:14 The Art of Soothing Children
31:43 Understanding Emotional Depths
35:36 The Role of Parents in Emotional Development
38:45 Navigating Peer Pressure and Teen Relationships
46:22 The Importance of Emotional Language
51:03 Advice for New Dads
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In this emotional and powerful Young Dad Roundtable, Jey, Casey, Chris, Mike, and Paul cover some of the heaviest and most hopeful topics fathers are facing today.The conversation opens with the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk, sparking deep reflection on political violence, faith, and the future of open debate in America. The dads discuss cultural polarization, revival through faith, and how division is pulling families and communities apart.Jey shares a heartfelt poem about the impact of a father’s absence on two little girls, moving the panel to tears. The group then lightens the mood with a viral baseball story about “Philly’s Karen,” unpacking what it reveals about fatherhood, masculinity, and modeling strength for kids.From there, the roundtable turns to September’s Suicide Prevention Month. Jey shares the loss of his brother, Chris opens up about losing his dad, Casey recounts his own survival story, and Mike reflects on shame and negative reinforcement. Together, they dive into the crisis facing men—loneliness, lack of encouragement, and the desperate need for authentic community and affirmation.The episode closes with fatherhood stories—kids saying embarrassing things in public, bedtime battles, tantrums, and the lessons dads can take from them. The men emphasize values, love languages, structure, and the sacredness of bedtime conversations.This is a heavy, real, and hope-filled conversation for dads, husbands, and men everywhere.Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Roundtable Discussion
01:23 Tragic Incident at Utah Valley University
02:48 Reflections on Political Violence
11:03 The Impact of Political Discourse on Society
15:48 Concerns for Future Generations
24:50 The Role of Faith in Political Turmoil
29:44 Navigating the Complexity of Faith and Society
33:09 The Role of the Church in Political Engagement
34:02 Understanding Sin and Human Nature
37:14 The Impact of Loss on Families
41:30 A Lighthearted Interlude: The Phillies Karen Incident
52:26 Suicide Awareness and Mental Health Conversations
55:16 The Evolution of Content Creation for Fathers
57:03 Understanding Men's Struggles and Support
58:27 The Seriousness of Mental Health and Suicide
01:00:07 The Importance of Connection and Community
01:02:03 Navigating Male Identity and Purpose
01:06:22 Encouragement and Affirmation for Men
01:11:30 The Role of Women in Men's Mental Health
01:20:10 Closing Thoughts on Men's Value and Purpose
01:27:13 Embracing Authenticity in Parenting
01:28:13 Navigating Conversations About Values with Children
01:30:00 Handling Tantrums in Public Spaces
01:31:10 Understanding Age-Appropriate Responses to Tantrums
01:33:10 The Importance of Emotional Connection
01:36:34 Identifying Underlying Needs Behind Tantrums
01:41:33 Establishing Bedtime Routines and Expectations
01:45:44 Making the Most of Bedtime Conversations
01:53:07 Outtro
Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you’re outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today, I’m joined by Mike Coyne — founder of CureVine, his private practice focused on mental health and recovery treatment for individuals and families. He’s also a new girl dad — just welcomed a baby daughter — and brings a powerful story of recovery and navigating fatherhood across state lines.
Listeners — you can connect with Mike and learn more about his work at:
👉 CureVine on Instagram
👉 www.curevine.com
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mental Health and Fatherhood
03:52 The Journey of Recovery and Connection
07:40 Social Media as a Tool for Connection
11:23 Finding Sober Hobbies and Personal Connections
15:36 Identity and Validation in Sports and Life
18:22 Navigating Recovery and Fatherhood
19:40 The Impact of Addiction on Family Life
25:11 The Journey to Sobriety and Self-Discovery
26:06 The Path to Recovery and Future Aspirations
39:56 Outtro
Welcome into the Young Dad Podcast — whether you're outside grilling, mowing the lawn, changing dirty diapers, or maybe you got a moment to sit back and relax — thanks for being here and thanks for tuning in.
Today’s guest is Corey Parchman — a former NFL player turned real estate developer, author, and fatherhood advocate. He’s the President of CorePar Development, a leader in revitalizing communities through purpose-driven housing. He’s also the founder of The IVF Playbook for Men — a multi-platform support hub dedicated to helping men navigate the emotional, relational, and financial toll of infertility and IVF. Corey’s mission is powerful: to create generational wealth, support resilient families, and empower men to show up fully.
To all our listeners — check out www.ivfplaybookformen.com and www.coreyparchman.com to grab the book, podcast, and everything else Corey’s building to support men.
Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the podcast — and as always:
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Corey Parchman
01:40 Corey's NFL Journey
02:38 Fantasy Football and Betting Insights
05:46 Super Bowl Predictions and Team Dynamics
09:14 The Importance of Community and Sports
12:29 Indianapolis: A Sports City
14:35 The Pressure on Young Athletes
17:54 Media Scrutiny and Athlete Privacy
22:22 The Transfer Portal and NIL Impact
31:16 IVF: A Personal Journey and Advocacy
33:06 The Inspiration Behind Playbook for Men
35:24 Navigating Male Factor Infertility
38:44 The Importance of Open Conversations
41:29 Redefining Masculinity
46:28 The Role of Support in IVF
54:11 Lessons in Fatherhood
58:09 Lighthearted Moments in the Dad Zone