Best SkilledDad Podcasts (2025)

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The Power of Sustainable High Performance for Dads with Lee Elridge | SkilledDad Podcast 46:10

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5M ago46:10

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host ZachReeser welcomes Lee Eldridge, founder of The Cognitive Athlete, to discuss the challenges of balancing fatherhood and professional life. They explore thedifferences between elite athletes and corporate leaders, the importance ofwellbeing in performance, and the need for dads to celebrate their wi…

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Family, Faith, and Fatherhood: Essential Parenting Insights 51:55

6M ago51:55

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In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, guest host Bryan Graff welcomes a special guest, Max Wimmer. A long-time friend and mentor, Max shares his insights and experiences on fatherhood, particularly about being a father to four daughters. The discussion delves into the unique challenges and rewards of raising daughters, the importance of stayin…

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Directing, Discussing, and Delegating with Paul Thornton 46:15

7M ago46:15

46:15

In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, Zach sits down with leadership expert Paul Thornton to explore the intersection of leadership and parenting. They discuss various leadership styles, particularly the three D's: Directing, Discussing, and Delegating, and how these can be applied in both business and parenting contexts. Paul shares personal …

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Getting Under The Hood with David Krall and Bryan Graf 57:44

7M ago57:44

57:44

Summary In this episode of the Skilled Dad podcast, Bryan Graf and David Kroll discuss the often-overlooked topic of mental health among fathers. They explore the concept of resilient leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-care, community support, and finding balance in life. David shares his personal journey of overcoming burnout and the l…

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Habits by Nine: The Key to Successful Parenting with Matt Karam 50:07

8M ago50:07

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In this episode of The Skilled Dad Podcast, Zach welcomes Matt Karam, an experienced parent and martial arts instructor, to discuss invaluable insights into parenting. Matt shares profound stories and lessons learned from his journey in raising four children and teaching thousands of kids martial arts. Key topics include the importance of setting c…

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The SkilledDad Mindset with Bryan Graf 1:14:36

8M ago1:14:36

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In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeser and a SkilledDad podcast veteran guest, Bryan Graf, explore the question of what it is to be a SkilledDad, emphasizing the importance of connection, community, and the mindset required to be an effective dad. They discuss personal experiences, the challenges of parenting, and the significa…

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Navigating the Mental Load of Parenting with Jessica Etting and Sonya Reeser 44:58

8M ago44:58

44:58

In this special Mother’s Day edition of The SkilledDad Podcast, Zach Reeser sits down with Jessica Etting—founder of the Jam Family Calendar—and his wife, Sonya, for a real conversation about something many families quietly carry: the mental load. They unpack how the unseen weight of planning, managing, and remembering it all affects moms in partic…

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The Forgiveness Factor with Scott Stewart 59:40

9M ago59:40

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Episode Summary NOTE: This episode discusses some difficult topics and is not intended to be listened to with the kids. In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Scott Stewart, who shares his powerful story of overcoming a traumatic childhood marked by anger and abuse. Scott discusses the importance of personal growth an…

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A Dad's Dilemma: Navigating Identity and Family Ties with Warren Miles-Pickup 44:05

9M ago44:05

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Warren Miles-Pickup, a father of three and founder of Pixel True. They discuss the challenges of parenting, the importance of work-life balance, and the lessons learned from Warren's podcast, The Flawed Dad's Guide to Parenting. The conversation delves into the complexities of id…

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Mastering Parenting: Reinforcement, Consistency, and Quality Time with Dr. Larry Waldman 45:16

9M ago45:16

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In this in-depth episode of The Skilled Dad Podcast, hostZach Reeser welcomes Dr. Larry Waldman, a clinical child forensic psychologist with nearly 50 years of experience, to discuss effective parenting strategies. Dr. Waldman emphasizes the importance of reinforcing good behavior, providing quality time, and setting logical consequences for misbeh…

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Nine Components To Thrive with Ryan Schneider 46:08

10M ago46:08

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Ryan Schneider, an expert in health and fitness, to discuss their nine elements of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and how they all interconnect. Ryan shares insights into the importance of sleep, the challenges of maintaining a nutritious diet, and the necessity of building a st…

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How to Read Faster and Retain More: Tips From the World's Fastest Reader Howard Berg 51:29

10M ago51:29

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In this tip filled episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Howard Berg, known as the world's fastest reader, for an inspiring and amusing conversation. The episode kicks off with diving into the importance of reading in a knowledge-based economy. Howard shares his incredible journey from growing up in the Brooklyn projects to b…

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Holding The Frontline and Homefront with Noam Markose 44:22

11M ago44:22

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser talks to Noam Markose, a marketing professional and father of four from Jerusalem. Noam shares his harrowing experience of being called to active military duty during the October 7th crisis in Israel, highlighting the challenges and emotional struggles of balancing family responsibilities…

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Staying Fit After 40 with Derek Hoffman and Dr. Scott Harshman 1:03:19

11M ago1:03:19

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Derek Hoffman and Dr. Scott Harshman from Ignite Performance and Health. They discuss the importance of testosterone in men's health, the decline of testosterone levels with age, and how it affects energy, motivation, and overall quality of life. The conversation also covers the …

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Quick Guide To Coaching Youth Sports with Michael Huber 45:12

11M ago45:12

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Mike Huber, a sports psychologist and father of two teenagers, to discuss the importance of our involvement in youth sports. They explore the challenges young athletes face, the role of parents in supporting their children, and the significance of creating a fun and engaging envi…

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The Choice of Radical Transformation To Attain Victory with Evren Ozka 37:22

12M ago37:22

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser sits down with the unstoppable Evren Ozka. Get ready to dive deep into Evren's incredible journey from a self-destructive lifestyle to conquering hundred-mile endurance races, launching multiple successful brands, and balancing life between Dubai and London. Evren's raw and unfiltered sto…

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Transforming Anxiety to Confidence with Nick Clement 39:06

12M ago39:06

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach sits down with Nick Clement to delve into the challenges and rewards of fatherhood. Nick shares his journey from being a primary school teacher to becoming an entrepreneur passionate about children's mental health. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on children's anxiety, the importance of Cogn…

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Designing Your Path As Dad with Mark Collins 55:38

1y ago55:38

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser speaks with Mark Collins, a coach and author of 'Life Mastery: Living by Design, Not by Default.' They discuss the importance of identity in fatherhood, the difference between success and fulfillment, and the tools that can help dads navigate challenges. Mark shares his personal journey a…

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Building Critical Thinking in Kids Using Quality TV 45:32

1y ago45:32

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In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeserchats with Corin Long, a producer and fellow dad, about the evolving world of children's television. They delve into Corin's journey, the influence of AI, and the importance of media literacy for kids. Corin also shares the impact of his paternity leave in the UK on his parenting approach a…

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Building Empires and Families: John Vagueiro's Dual Role as Entrepreneur and Dad 46:38

1y ago46:38

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, Zach welcomes John Vagueiro, the founder and CEO of Adapting Social and host of the Breaking Barriers Podcast. John shares his incredible journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and the insights he's gained along the way. Despite initially facing financial difficulties …

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Break Free And Lead: The Sovereign Man Movement with Nicky Billou 56:32

1y ago56:32

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser interviews Nicky Billou, a successful entrepreneur, author, and podcaster. Nicky shares his journey from being an immigrant in Canada to becoming a champion for freedom and entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of fatherhood, the influence of thought leaders, and the creation of h…

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Avoiding College Admissions Pitfalls: What Every Parent Should Know with Andy Lockwood 58:04

1y ago58:04

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser speaks with college advisor Andy Lockwood about the complexities of preparing for college, including financial aid, the importance of extracurricular activities, and strategies for building a strong college application. They discuss the evolving landscape of college admissions, the impact…

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Unboxing The Future of Skilled Careers with Mark Hedstrom 52:12

1y ago52:12

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad podcast, host Zach Reeser engages with Mark Hedstrom, the executive vice president of Skilled Careers Coalition. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in parenting, particularly as children transition into junior high and explore their interests in sports and education. Mark shares insights about the Skill…

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Getting Unstuck and On-Target: The Corban Collective with Scott Johnson 52:07

1y ago52:07

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Join Zach on this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast as he chats with Scott Johnson, founder of the Corban Collective. Scott's got a raw take on balancing ministry, family, and personal growth. They dive deep into why men struggle with the concept of brotherhood and how Scott's innovative events force men out of their comfort zones. If you've ever …

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Mission Minded Men: Building Strength & Integrity with Timothy Reigle 54:52

1y ago54:52

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeserwelcomes guest Timothy Reigle, author of the upcoming book 'Men of Grit Intothe Wilderness.' They dive into Timothy's journey of personal growth,overcoming porn addiction, and the principles laid out in his new 40-daychallenge book. Timothy shares insights on the importance of having a lif…

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Unmasking the Skilled Dad: Harvey Laguerre’s No-Holds-Barred Insights 1:01:10

1y ago1:01:10

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In this hard-hitting episode of the SkilledDad podcast, host Zach Reeser chops it up with Harvey Laguerre, the heart and mind behind the podcast Men Are The Prize. Harvey pulls no punches as he delves into his gritty journey from a chaotic upbringing to becoming a powerhouse father of four and a relentless advocate for men's mental health. He unloa…

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Chillin' With The Dads: The Fathers Eve Revolution with John Francis 52:17

1y ago52:17

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On this episode of the SkilledDad podcast, we sit down with John Francis, the mastermind behind Fathers Eve, a groundbreaking event turning Father's Day eve into a nationwide celebration. John reveals how an impromptu gathering in his garage turned into a movement spanning over 60 cities. Get ready for an unfiltered dive into John's journey, the re…

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Getting Better At The Game We Play 4:30

1y ago4:30

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In today's episode, we dive into the journey of coaching youth sports and the life lessons it brings. We explore how the initial lack of skills and understanding in young players transforms into focus, proficiency, and success through repetition, good coaching, and teamwork. As adults, we may lack structured teams and coaches, but we can still crea…

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How To Rewire and Reconnect Your Relationships with Randy Pryor 1:04:38

1+ y ago1:04:38

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser dives deep into the labyrinth of modern fatherhood with Randy Pryor. From comedy magic to life-altering advice, Randy breaks down his journey and shares no-nonsense tips on how men can step up their game at home and avoid the pitfalls that can wreck a marriage. Whether you're married, sep…

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Mentorship, Mindset, and Mass Impact with Sean Martin 56:16

1+ y ago56:16

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In this fired up episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeser sits down with Sean Martin, a healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Real Success Mentors. Sean shares his remarkable journey from battling personal challenges, including overcoming alcohol addiction, to becoming a devoted husband and father. He discusses the importance of intenti…

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Core Convictions Are The Heart of True Impact with Bronson Dant 1:09:37

1+ y ago1:09:37

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In this impactful episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, Zach Reeser welcomes Bronson Dant, a father of four, author, and fitness coach. The conversation kicks off with Bronson sharing a pivotal moment in his life that sparked his fitness journey and reshaped his identity. They dive into the importance of aligning one's identity with reality, the role …

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The Art of Profiling and Parenting with Alan Stevens 56:53

1+ y ago56:53

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In this episode of the Skilled Dad Podcast, host Zach Reeser interviews Alan Stevens, an international profiling and communication specialist. Alan shares his journey of mastering communication skills to build better personal and professional relationships. He discusses his role as a father, emphasizing preparing sons for manhood rather than turnin…

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Mentorship, Respect, and Raising Strong Kids with Purdeep Sangha 54:03

1+ y ago54:03

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In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Purdeep Sangha, a best-selling author and host of two podcasts: The Complete Man Podcast and CEO Anonymous. Purdeep shares insights about the importance of mentorship, the evolving concept of masculinity, and the significant role internal fulfillment plays in men's lives. They dis…

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Balancing Dad Life Without Breaking the Bank with Joe Pomeroy 56:37

1+ y ago56:37

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In this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, host Zach Reeser welcomes Joe Pomeroy, a fellow podcaster and family-focused Dad. They dive deep into the challenges and strategies of "balancing" work and family life. Joe shares valuable insights on prioritizing family without compromising financial stability and gives a heartfelt account of his journey …

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The Power of Being Intentionally Weird with Jared Haley 52:19

1+ y ago52:19

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It wasn't long ago that some of the things that are weird today were common place in everyday life. Things like eating around the table as a family, knowing your neighbors, and holding the door for people. Now, many of those things are more the exception than the rule. On this episode, Jared Haley joins the podcast and we discuss this very topic. J…

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Knowing the Goal and Hitting The Mark with Christopher Lind 46:03

1+ y ago46:03

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Being a dad can be "busy." But how do we know if our busyness is actually getting it done or if we are just wasting energy? On this episode we sit down with Christopher Lind to break down some strategies to maximize your time for impact so that you know your busyness is actually productive toward what you are wanting to achieve. Christopher is a fa…

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You Can't Finish The Race You Don't Start with Sean Robinson 51:35

1+ y ago51:35

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There's often something we know we should do, but just don't do it. Things "come up" or we outright ignore it. Then something happens that finally gets us going and we wondered why it took us so long. On this episode, Zach sits down with Sean Robinson. Sean is a dad, speaker, author and mindset coach who found himself repeating some of the patterns…

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Leveling Up Your Health Takes Guts with Christian Yordanov 1:05:04

1+ y ago1:05:04

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How much sports data do you know? How about your level of knowledge on your car?... Now how much do you know about yourself. Unfortunately, we don't have a built in check engine light going on until things start getting out of whack. So making sure that we can keep that engine running well to ensure that we can keep doing our job as Dad well takes …

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No Grail Without Dragons with Victor Giusfredi 53:28

1+ y ago53:28

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As dads, there are a number of new challenges we face that are new, exciting, and sometime scary. As the guest of this episode, Victor Giusfredi, says," There's no grail without dragons." So what do we do when the dragons start to show? Some freeze, some flee, and some fight. Victor has faced a number of dragons on his journey living in multiple co…

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Regaining Lost Ground with Wayne Boatwright 1:06:27

1+ y ago1:06:27

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"Life doesn't happen to us, life happens for us." The way we perceive the ups and downs, and more importantly how we learn from and respond to them can make all the difference and getting back to the "up" moments. On this episode, our guest Wayne Boatwright shared this perspective and how it applies to his journey. After living a life that was on a…

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Identifying Your Truths with Terry Tucker 50:54

1+ y ago50:54

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Has anyone asked you what your three or four “truths” are? The codes that drive you and help guide your decision making? Someone asked this question to our guest Terry Tucker, and his ability to break them down and lay them out will leave you ready to run through a wall. Terry is an inspiring and powerful individual that is focused on motivating an…

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Taking Out The Head Trash with Kyle Gillette 44:25

1+ y ago44:25

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Sometimes the biggest thing in our way is ourselves. Things can build up over time and start to create limiting beliefs that go unchecked and start to stack. This clutter can become head trash that blocks our clear thinking and motivation. On this episode, Kyle Gillette joins the SkilledDad podcast and share some of his story as a girl dad and a pr…

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Being Mediocre Is A Choice with Queon Wilcox 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

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When it comes to being dad, we have choices to make every day. Some of small, some are big, and some have to be made over and over again with discipline and commitment. On this episode, Queon (Q) Wilcox joins the SkilledDad podcast and shares his story on why and how he started his podcast, Mediocre Dads where he lays out the concept that mediocrit…

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The Currency Of Time: Who Are You Paying? 6:14

1+ y ago6:14

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Do you treat your time the same way that you treat your money? Do you budget your money and know where every dollar goes, or have a plan for those dollars? If not, honestly you should (you will likely have more dollars if you do). How about your time? If you have ever said, "I don't have the time," then give this a listen as you haven't been and wo…

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Making Sure You Can Keep Up with Guest Jeff Spitzer 1:00:13

1+ y ago1:00:13

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Right now you've got the advantage when it comes to wrestling with your kids. They are smaller, lacking strategy, and haven't learned the chicken wing move yet. But what happens when they get as big or bigger than you? Now you may be smaller, they've learned some moves (from you), and they have the youthful advantage. We need to ensure that we can …

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You May Not Know The Impact 2:09

1+ y ago2:09

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Do you ever send someone a text message or call and leave a voicemail only to hear... nothing. Crickets. A lot of things may go through your head and you may altogether stop your communications. Before you do, here's a quick story from someone who kept on sending those messages and what they found out later. The SkilledDad Podcast aims to bring you…

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Trust Is Collected In Drops, Spilled In Buckets 3:22

1+ y ago3:22

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SkilledDad Daily: Trust is the key to movement with others. Whether you business relationships or personal relationships, things will move at the speed of the level of trust. Trust is also one of those things that takes time to build and take little time to lose. After sitting down after a recent interview, I had a big takeaway related to this conc…

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Don't Be Fooled 4:20

1+ y ago4:20

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This is the first episode of the daily version of the SkilledDad podcast. We aim to provide insights, takeaways, and anecdotes in five minutes* or less each day in conjunction with our full length interviews. We want you to have a place to go to to to help get you thinking, reflecting, and or fired up! It may be April Fool's Day, but it's also the …

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Letting Your Fire Burn Untamed with Tyler Graham 53:12

2y ago53:12

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Tyler Graham is a father of six... yes six, and the founder of Burn Untamed, a platform dedicated to helping fathers be intentional with themselves and their families. In this episode, Tyler and Zach hash out a number of topics around the dad experience, as well as the grind culture mentality, the importance of words, and the power of vision. Tyler…

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Finding The Friends That Will Get In The Mud With You with Guest Bryan Graf 1:02:23

2y ago1:02:23

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"A good friend is the one who wants to have the honor to get in the mud with you". On this episode of the SkilledDad Podcast, Zach sits down with the show's first "returner," Bryan Graf, where they discuss the importance having good men around you. As adults, it can get trickier finding and making those friends that maybe came easier in life before…