The Dad Edge Podcast
Episodes
Optimizing Male Hormones for Fat Loss, Energy, and Libido with Alex Van Houten
20 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Behold the dadbod. How did we get this way? The stubborn belly fat that doesn't go away no matter how hard we work. The muscle mass that's harder to m...
Teaching Kids to Take Ownership
16 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fatherhood is imperfect. It's messy. It's crazy, but one thing we need to keep in mind is that our kids are watching us. The example we set means more...
How to Quit Your Job in 12 Months with Ryan Enk
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Our financially-focused shows are among the most popular, and today's show will blow you away. Most of think we have to wait till retirement to enjoy ...
The Dangers of Perfection
09 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you go at life alone? If you're like 99% of the men out there, you probably are. Most men bear the weight of the world on their shoulders and tell...
The Matrix of Marriage with Larry Bilotta
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
So many men are married and miserable. The worst part about this is we accept it. We think that's the way marriage is supposed to be. We can blame it...
How to Use Problems as Opportunities
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Life is full of challenges. We all will go through times of adversity. If we're going through them alone, we might feel hopeless and cope in negative...
The Art of Negotiating with Your Kids with Chris Voss
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Getting children to obey can be a challenge that wears our patience down to zero. Today's guest is going to show us how to apply FBI hostage negotia...
Showing Leadership to Your Kids by Going First
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you afraid to go first? We usually like to sit back and watch someone else go first, whether it's being the first to raise our hand, the first to ...
The Masculine, the Man, and the Mountain with Traver Boehm
23 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Traver Boehm has a story unlike anything you've ever heard. He put himself through an experience most of us would find absolutely terrifying. This in...
7 Reasons Why Men Don't Ask for Help
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it that men tend to shut down and hide instead of asking for help? As the founder of The Dad Edge Alliance, I have talked to thousands of men, ...
Becoming a Legendary Couple After the Kids
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us say that our marriage is a priority, and usually it starts off well, but then the kids come. Time alone with our spouses becomes rare. Our ...
Tapping into Integrity and Curiosity for a Richer Life
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Integrity means being a whole person and making sure that our words, actions, and vision are all on the same trajectory toward a meaningful life. As w...
The Easy and Effective Way to Budget for Your Goals with Jesse Mecham
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wince when you hear the word budget? It's about as painful as the words diet or jail, but if you don't budget for your goals now, you will ...
How to Approach Your Wife When You're in Crisis
05 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How should you approach your wife when you're in crisis? When we men go into crisis, we have a tendency to shut down. We don't want to appear like we...
The Driven Dad Fitness and Nutrition Bootcamp
02 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Why do many of us fathers neglect our health? There are two main reasons. The number one reason is guilt. We feel bad for taking time away from work a...
The Mindset Shift That Will Transform Your Relationships
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Who are we supposed to be in relationships? As men, no one gives us a manual on how to communicate, be emotionally available, and give our spouse or p...
Ultimate Mastery of Your Emotional State with Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions like fear and anger lead to shortsightedness and poor decision-making. How can you gain ultimate mastery of your emotional state? Andy Stumpf...
Embracing Change as a Man
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us are resistant to change. It can cause feelings of helplessness, anxiety, and overwhelm. As men, we automatically internalize our stress, sh...
ChooseFI: Stock Market, Tax, and Retirement Hacks with Brad Barrett
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Money, money, money, money. Today, we're talking money. Episodes on finances are always popular on The Dad Edge podcast so we know you'll want to hear...
Work-Life Balance Advice from a Kid
14 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we don't realize how much our attention means to our spouses and kids. After work, we might only get a few hours with our families. What's ...
Wake Up Warrior with Garrett J. White
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Brace yourself. This show is going to be like a punch in the face, but it's a punch in the face that we men need. We are born warriors with big dreams...
How to Optimize the 5 Dimensions of Manhood
07 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As men and providers, we have a tendency to attach our identity to our work. We spend so much of our time and energy making a living and building our ...
Dad Edge Alliance Q&A: The Modern Revolution of the Masculine Heart with John Eldredge
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What you're going to hear today will hit you right in the chest and speak to your soul. You might question the direction of your life, and that's a go...
Teaching Your Kids How to Cope with Grief
31 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The sudden death of a spouse is one of the worst tragedies imaginable. What's even more painful to think about is the effect it would have on our chi...
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less with Greg McKeown
28 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel the urge to declutter your life? Have you ever found yourself stretched too thin? Do you sometimes feel overworked and underutilized?...
Habit Stacking to Reach Your Goals
25 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Dad Edge podcast usually features the most inspirational thought leaders of today, but our listeners have also been telling us that they enjoy o...
Sobered Up, So Now What? with Steve Galatioto
21 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Drinking alcohol is ingrained in our culture. It's socially acceptable and even expected, but sometimes we wonder if we're drinking too much and what ...
Intentional Living as a Family
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you could improve just one part of your family life, what would it be? As the head of our households, we often feel maxed out and have nothing left...
4 Simple Steps to Getting What You Want with Jake Herbert
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Herbert is back on the show! He was an Olympic Wrestler whose life dream was to win the gold medal in the 2016 Olympics. My boys and I were there...
The Dad Edge Alliance Fight Club
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when we've never been tested by life? If we've never experienced illness, tragedy, death, or war? How do we know how if we have the menta...
The Biblical Meaning of Masculinity
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Hemmer is the author of the book Man Up!: The Quest for Masculinity. He is also a pastor, a husband, and the father of six children. We don't' us...
Changing Your Money Mindset
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What does the word 'budget' bring to mind? It's about as fun as the word 'diet.' We think of sacrifice. We think of depriving ourselves. We think of b...
Creating A Legacy That Inspires with Armando Cruz
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Armando Cruz is back on The Dad Edge podcast! He is the author of The Legacy Code: Modern Man's Guide To Escape Obscurity & Live A Life Unleashed, a ...
Why Perfection is the Enemy of Becoming Better Dad
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
All of us want to be a perfect father, but things never turn out the way we expect. Even for those men actively striving to become a better dad, perf...
Wild at Heart with John Eldredge
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Dad Edge podcast is honored beyond words to have John Eldredge on the show. He is the author of bestselling book Wild at Heart: Discovering the S...
The Most Effective Way to Reach Your Health Goals
19 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Birch weighed 250 pounds and was on cholesterol and blood pressure medication. At Thanksgiving, he realized he was sweating, not because it was ...
Battling Cancer as a Dad with Hal Elrod
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hal Elrod is a best selling author, international keynote speaker, ultra-marathon runner, world class success coach, and most importantly, a father. H...
The Power in Sharing Your Struggle
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Henry David Thoreau wrote, "the mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation." This was in 1854, but it is now truer than ever before. Today, I have J...
The Ranger Way with Kris 'Tanto' Paronto
09 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kris "Tanto" Paronto is a former U.S. Army Ranger and CIA security contractor who is known for his actions during the 2012 terrorist attack on the U.S...
The Dangers of Internalizing Stress
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Stress causes 90% of the health issues that are killing us today. Every thought or emotion we have releases chemicals into the environment in which ou...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography with Kristen Jenson
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kristen Jenson is the author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures. In this show, she tells us how to initiate a healthy conversation with our kids about porn...
Porn Addiction and Affair Recovery Mentoring
29 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
David Mee was addicted to porn for most of his marriage and also ended up having an affair. His relationship with his wife Naomi was falling apart, bu...
Of A Revolution with Marc Roberge
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We are pumped to have the lead singer of the band OAR (Of A Revolution) on the show today. Marc Roberge has been making music and touring with OAR for...
How to Elevate Your Game
22 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a guest on Thursday Throwdown. Andy Storch is with me. He is the host of the Entrepreneur Hot Seat Podcast and is not only a member of T...
4 Key Elements to a Side Hustle in Real Estate with Billy Keels
19 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What if you didn't have to do the 9-to-5 thing any longer? What would your life be like if you were the owner of your time? What would it be like to...
How to Coach Your Kids for a Growth Mindset
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I used to focus on results as a dad. I would ask my kids, "Did you win? Did you score? Did you get an A?" But what I've learned from many of my podcas...
Making Moments for Your Family with Jon Vroman
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We never know how many moments we'll have left. This is why we shouldn't wait for special moments to spontaneously happen. It's our responsibility as ...
How to Thrive Instead of Survive with a Tribe
08 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This show is about something we all need to hear. We always like everyone to think our life is perfect, but no man has got it totally all together. Th...
12 Traits of a Warrior Part II: The Soft Traits
05 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Last month, former Navy SEAL Chris Sajnog told us about the hard traits of a warrior. They are the qualities we most often associate with elite teams...
The Dad Edge Summit Mastermind for Men
01 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Dad Edge Summit will take place in St. Louis Missouri in June 2018. We are now taking applications. This is our first live event and we're going...
How Generosity Breeds Success with Tuan Nguyen
26 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you were a successful start-up entrepreneur and sold your company for millions, what would you do with the money? Build your dream home? Buy the sp...
Dad Edge Alliance Q&A: Allowing Your Kids to Have Their Feelings with Chris Sajnog
22 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If we want to learn to be emotionally resilient, genuine dads, who better to learn from than the most elite warriors on the planet? Today we have a cl...
The 6 Tenets of Success with Former Navy SEAL Jason Redman
19 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have retired Navy Seal Jason J Redman on The Dad Edge podcast. He is a hero, a speaker, and the author of The Trident: The Forging and Reforg...
How to Get Through a Job Loss as a Father
15 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Losing a job can be one of the biggest crises a man may ever may face. Today I have Michael Jeffery on the show. He is the father of 3 and one of our ...
Reclaiming Your Sovereignty with Ryan Michler
12 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This is our 150th episode and the show will be 3 years old in a couple months. We've had amazing guests – pro-athletes, NY Times bestselling authors...
One of the Biggest Mistakes Men Make in Marriage
08 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode, I'm going to talk about a huge mistake most men make when it comes to marriage. We do it with the best intentions, believing we...
Using the Past to Become a Better Dad with former NFL Player Billy Miller
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are psyched to have Former NFL player and Superbowl Champion Billy Miller on The Dad Edge Podcast. Most of the time we only see sports stars ...
3 Seconds to Not Losing It with Your Kids
01 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In our last episode with Amy Morin, author of 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do, we discussed how to enhance mental toughness and emotional r...
How to Raise Mentally Strong Kids with Amy Morin
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mental strength is something most of us struggle with. Dealing with grief, fear, and disappointment is a constant challenge for adults. Children have ...
How to Arm Our Kids Against Peer Pressure
25 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As kids get older, the more they are susceptible to peer pressure and the riskier the things they may be pressured into become. The statistics are fri...
The 12 Traits of a Warrior Part 1: The Hard Traits with Chris Sajnog
22 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As men, we do battle every single day. Not only are we fighting to maintain and grow our careers, finances, and family, we fight an internal battle at...
Dad Edge Alliance Q&A – Gary John Bishop on Fatherhood
18 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you tuned into last week's show, you heard Gary John Bishop tell us how to confront our weak spots, embrace uncertainty, and take extreme ownership...
How to Unf*ck Yourself with Gary John Bishop
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As men, we like to plan. We like to be able to foresee what's going to happen so that we can be prepared, but life will inevitably throw curveballs ou...
How to Do a Failure Analysis with Your Child
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have a very special guest on for an unscripted show. Meet my 10-year-old son Mason. He is in 4th grade and his favorite sport is wrestling. He...
The Rundown on Our Mastermind Groups for Dads
08 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of listeners ask about our mastermind group. What is it? A secret society? What do we do in there? And what do men get out of it? Today I have J...
Getting SMART About Your Goals for the New Year
04 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2018 and welcome to the Dad Edge Podcast! We are all working on our New Year's resolutions. What can we do differently in our lives? What w...
Building Your Band of Brothers with Stephen Mansfield
01 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After getting married and having kids, most of us men dedicate ourselves to work and family. Any friendships we had in school or college fall by the w...
Building Wealth: How to Grow Money
28 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're going to talk about not just saving money, but building wealth. It's easy to get caught up in daily life and neglect strategizing for the ...
The Realistic Way to Transform Your Body This Year with Josiah Novak
25 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Probably the biggest thing we try to fix in the new year is our health. We set goals to lose weight and tone up, but we tend to fail year after year. ...
Family Finance: 7 Hacks to Save Thousands
21 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Finances are probably one of the top three things men worry out about. It causes overwhelm, arguments and sleepless nights. This part of our life does...
Quick Wins for Big Money with Scott Alan Turner
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to investing and saving money, we often overcomplicate things. We don't have to make it so hard on ourselves. Financial rock star Scott ...
Drowning in Distraction? Optimize Your Morning Routine
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world where we are drowning in distraction. It seems that everything is fighting for our attention. This causes our minds to become over-...
Turn On Your Superhero Brain with Jim Kwik
11 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this modern age, we are bombarded with information and distractions. Our brain is not prepared to handle the constant interruptions from our comput...
4 Ways Play Helps Dads Lead Richer Lives
07 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In our last episode, we had Charlie Hoehn on to tell us about the importance of play in our lives. Not only is a playful mindset good for our health a...
Play It Away: A Workaholic's Cure for Anxiety with Charlie Hoehn
04 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed that it's almost impossible for you to have fun anymore? Do you feel guilty unless you make every minute of your day productive? Do y...
Side Hustles: Risks vs. Rewards
30 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you listened to our previous show, you learned how Matt Miller developed a side hustle that allowed him to make money while he slept. However, most...
The Power of a Side Hustle with Matt Miller
27 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Personal finance is one of the most popular topics on this show, and in many of our previous episodes we've learned about the need to to diversify o...
Gut Health for Better Mood, Immunity, and Performance
23 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety and depression are common this time of year. So are colds and flus. Today we're going to to revisit Adrain Chavez to learn more about how the ...
Optimum Gut Health for You and Your Kids with Dr. Adrian Chavez
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As men, leaders, fathers, protectors, and providers, it's up to us to take action when it comes to our health and the health of our kids. We need to m...
5 Small Ways to Make Huge Improvements to Your Sex Life
16 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In the previous episode, I had "Sex with Emily" on this show. As a female, a doctor of Human Sexuality, and a beautiful woman, Dr. Emily Morse gave u...
How to Have Amazing Sex in Your Marriage with Dr. Emily Morse
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When we're married and have kids, the whole bedroom thing tends to take the backseat. It's hard to make sex a priority, but we want it to be. Today we...
4 Questions to Crush Self-Sabotaging Thoughts
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In our last episode, Wes Chapman shared his horrific story of trauma and how throughout his whole life he had been told that he would never be a norm...
Wake Up the Hero with Wes Chapman
06 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The story you're about to hear is unlike anything we've ever had on this show before. Today we have mega-entrepreneur, Wes Chapman. He has been featur...
Choosing Your Struggle
02 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What are you willing to suffer for? This is the question we must ask ourselves when it comes to all the choices we make in our lives. Do we choose to ...
The Mask of Masculinity with Lewis Howes
30 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have an unbelievable episode with Lewis Howes. For those of you who don't know him, Lewis Howes is the host of on the hugely popular The Sc...
Making Honesty the Easy Choice for Your Kids
26 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I have a special guest in the studio with me to day to talk about something near and dear to our hearts as fathers – HONESTY. For this episode, I br...
Becoming a Legendary Man with Nate Lind
23 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
My guest is mega-successful, 7-figure entrepreneur and thought leader, Nate Lind. Nate is a husband, a father, and the founder of Legendary Man. At th...
How to Disconnect from Your Phone and Reconnect with Your Family
19 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How are mobile devices affecting our physical and mental health? How are they affecting our relationships? In this age of constant internet connection...
Faster than Normal: Secrets of the ADHD Brain with Peter Shankman
16 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I have an awesome return guest on to talk about ADHD and ADD. Peter Shankman's new book, Faster Than Normal, is the number one new release on A...
How to Reignite Your Marriage After Having Kids
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When the kids are born, men focus on being a father. We cannot falter in our role as a provider and protector. Our spouses focus on being mothers, whi...
Drugs, Alcohol, and Fatherhood with Omar Pinto
09 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have Omar Pinto, host and founder of the wildly popular SHAIR Podcast. SHAIR stands for Sharing Helps Addicts in Recovery. He's part of our D...
Discipline Disagreements: How to Align with Your Spouse in Front of the Kids
05 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common conflicts that can destroy a family is an unstable system of discipline. Often, one spouse gives into a kid and undermines the...
The Ultimate Guide to Dealing with Difficult Teenagers with Josh Shipp
02 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you have preteens or teenagers, this show is for you. Even if your kids are still young, you will need this information to prepare for the future. ...
6 Ways to Set Up Your Family for Financial Success
28 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about money with your spouse is always tricky. This is why we avoid it at all costs, but that only leads to more tension because spending issu...
How to Commit to Life Goals the Navy SEAL Way with Thom Shea
25 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
So often, when we confront obstacles, whether in work or at home, we want the map. We want the how-to guide to solving the problem. Today we have form...
Why Finding Your Life's Purpose Won't Get You Very Far
21 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone on the internet seems to be talking about finding your life's purpose, or finding your why. Your why is supposed to be your moral compass....
What Doesn't Kill Us with Scott Carney
18 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Would you climb to the top of Kilimanjaro in 30-degree weather wearing nothing but boots, shorts, and a knit cap? Today's guest did it and he wrote th...
How to Get Your Kid to Listen Without Yelling
14 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I'm going to talk about an issue most dads face on a daily basis–losing our temper. What do you do when you tell your son or daughter to do somethi...
Brenneman vs. Hagner: The Good Dad Project Interview
11 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman turns the tables and puts Good Dad Project creator and host Larry Hagner in the spotlight. Learn all...
Why You Need Mentors in Every Stage of Life
07 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As children, we have mentors for every aspect of our lives. Our parents mentored us from the moment we were born. Our teachers served as mentors for...