The Company of Dads Podcast

Paul Sullivan
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Nov 11, 2025 • 29min

EP152: How Inner Alignment Can Redefine Success

Interview with Erin Coupe / Author of "I Can Fit That In"HOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANWhen Erin Coupe’s husband decided to leave a thriving real estate career to support her growing business, their family dynamic - and their definition of success - changed forever. Erin, a global speaker and author of the book I Can Fit That In, helps high performers move from self-sabotage to self-leadership through neuroscience, mindset mastery, and authentic living. She explains how rewriting the stories we tell ourselves, designing daily rituals that fuel purpose, and creating lives rooted in conscious choice can lead to a deeper, more sustainable kind of success - one that starts from within and radiates through your work, your family, and your leadership.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Oct 28, 2025 • 23min

EP151: Rebranding the Mind: Changing the Language Around Mental Health

Interview with Brian Mann / Co-Founder of Glitched StatesHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANWhat if we’ve been using the wrong words to talk about our mental state? Brian Mann, co-founder of Glitched States and Kemble & Mann Creative Intelligence Labs, is on a mission to replace stigma with strength. He’s building a new vocabulary for mental health - one that turns “disorders” into dimensions of human experience. He discusses how reframing anxiety as Signal Sense or OCD as Deep Detail can transform the way parents, kids, and families understand themselves.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Oct 14, 2025 • 31min

EP150: Better Sleep & Happy Children – The Secret To Both

Interview with Dr. Harvey Karp / Author, Creator of the SNOO Smart SleeperHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANWhat if raising happier kids and getting better sleep were simpler than you think? Dr. Harvey Karp - world-renowned pediatrician and creator of the SNOO Smart Sleeper - shares the science behind calmer homes and well-rested parents. With decades of experience, he unpacks common mistakes around sleep and discipline while offering practical, science-backed advice for working parents - especially dads - who want to bring more peace and joy into family life.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Sep 30, 2025 • 30min

EP149: Protecting Kids from Harmful Online Ads

Interview with Michael Taverna / Founder of The Ad VillageHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANChildren are the most valuable - and vulnerable - targets for online advertisers. Every day, brands and tech companies use sophisticated tools to track, profile, and influence kids, shaping their choices before they even know they’re being sold to. Michael Taverna is the founder and CEO of The Ad Village, a mission-driven platform that flips the script on digital advertising. After years managing multimillion-dollar campaigns for global brands, Michael saw firsthand how manipulative online ads could be. Now, he’s building a “digital Robin Hood” that reclaims ad space from corporations and replaces harmful ads with safe, uplifting messages for families.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Sep 16, 2025 • 37min

EP148: Breaking the Masculine Myth

Interview with Jim Chastain / Founder of Reality CheckHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANMen want to grow, but too often feel like they can’t without losing a part of themselves. Jim Chastain is a father of two, founder of the market research firm Reality Check, and now a researcher of men and modern masculinity. He discusses the five core insights that hold men back - from the pressure to always prove rather than improve, to the conflicting narratives of what a man “should” be. Jim explains why growth is often stigmatized as weakness, how social expectations keep men stuck, and why “only-ness” can be more isolating than loneliness.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Sep 2, 2025 • 20min

EP147: Guiding Kids (and Parents) Through College Admissions

Interview with Lindsay Tanne / Founder of LogicPrepHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANApplying to college is stressful - for students and parents. But does it really need to be? This week, Paul sits down with Lindsay Tanne, founder of LogicPrep, a globally recognized educational consultancy she started as a student at Harvard, growing a team of advisors, coaches, and tutors who’ve helped thousands of families successfully navigate the college admissions process. She discusses the most (and least) helpful ways parents can support their kids, and protecting mental and emotional health during this high-stakes journey.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Jun 17, 2025 • 33min

EP146: Bearing the Burden of Financial Fatherhood

Interview with Zack Pumerantz / Director of Investments for I.M. FinancialHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANWhat happens to your money mindset when you become a parent? Zack Pumerantz is a father of two, former FanDuel exec, and now a financial advisor dedicated to helping fellow parents build strong financial foundations and lasting wealth. He shares practical strategies tailored for dads, insights on how financial pressures shift once kids enter the picture, and how to spot (or miss) key money opportunities along the way. This is a great guide for every parent trying to do right by their family’s future - without losing their financial footing.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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Jun 3, 2025 • 32min

EP145: Breaking the Cycle: Healing Fathers and Helping Children

Interview with Ed Tilton/ President of Begin Again InstituteHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANAs parents we worry about how our kids use screens, but how fathers engage with technology can either break old patterns or pass them on. Ed Tilton, president of the Begin Again Institute, works with men to heal from past trauma and stop harmful behaviors before they impact the people they love most. A husband and father himself, Ed shares powerful insights on how dads can build healthier relationships - with their kids, with tech, and with themselves. Listen in for a conversation about connection, communication, and how to stop repeating cycles you didn’t choose.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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May 20, 2025 • 25min

EP144: Parenthood, Identity, & Creating Inclusive Parenting Spaces

Interview with David Morgenstern Founder and CEO of GaddiesHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANWhat does it mean to be a father in today’s world, especially when your identity doesn’t fit the traditional mold? David Morgenstern shares his fatherhood journey as a gay dad, discussing the challenges and triumphs of creating inclusive parenting spaces. He sheds light on his work as leading gender-inclusive initiatives at Nike, and his impact with his own clothing company - Gaddies. This powerful conversation explores the intersection of identity, fatherhood, and community support.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/
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May 6, 2025 • 31min

EP143: Designing a Life That Works for Your Family

Interview with Courtney Cecil / CEO of the Working Moms MovementHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANBalancing work, parenting, and partnership takes effort. Courtney Cecil, an expert in work-life balance, shares her insights on how companies can better support parents in the workforce, how to create a more equitable household, and the importance of intentionality in carving out time for yourself and your partner. Creating space in your workday, delegating household responsibilities, and making time for your marriage - Courtney offers practical tips to help working parents navigate the complexities of modern family life.---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight to your inbox: https://thecompanyofdads.com/thedad/

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