The Dad Edge Podcast

Retired Navy SEAL, Chris Sajnog, is one of our most popular guests. He is the premier firearms instructor in America, a bestselling author, and the host of the SEAL Training Podcast. The Dad Edge went to his studio in San Diego for a live, in-person discussion about fatherhood, and we really went deep. Chris was abandoned by his father and carries the wound with him to this day. He vowed not to be like his estranged dad and gave up his accomplished military life to be there for his teenage boys. Sadly, his sons don't want to spend time with him. Chris opens up about dealing with the painful lack of connection with his sons, and how he maintains his fatherly presence in their lives. Chris Sajnog also shares Navy SEAL tactics for parents to help us to learn anything quickly and effectively. He goes over the hard and soft traits we need to cultivate to be balanced men, and how we can apply the warrior mindset to everyday life. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/255. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

The world can be a dangerous place, and our kids are especially vulnerable. From bullying and abuse to abductions and shootings, how can we shield our children from danger? More importantly, how can we teach them to respond to violence when we aren't with them? Today we have Dad Edge Alliance member Adam Mitchell. He is a personal protection expert who specializes in tactical parenting. He is also the host of the Close Quarter Dad Podcast and Training Program. In this episode, we do a live Q&A with our members on how to teach kids to protect themselves. Adam answers questions about why dads should train with their kids, when they should begin showing them self-protection strategies, and how to train kids to be vigilant, but not fearful. This is a show every dad needs to hear to keep his family safe. Plus, look out for a special offer at the end of the interview. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday199. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Do you feel the need to be perfect, and at the same time, think you'll never be good enough? As a man, husband, and father, are you plagued by deep-rooted feelings of insecurity and inadequacy, leaving you terrified that people will find out you have no idea what you're doing? That's your imposter in charge and he's preventing you from living as who you really are. Mike Kitko is an Executive Self-Mastery Coach, speaker, and author. After a colossal career and personal meltdown, he found his true purpose: inspiring leaders to find the power in their authenticity, purpose, and passion. Today, Mike Kitko talks about how imposter syndrome ruled his life and how he overcame it. He teaches us how to cultivate self-awareness and diffuse the imposter before it sabotages our lives. He also tells us how to stop running from fear and start chasing our purpose so we can provide a loving, safe, and prosperous environment for our families. Do you suffer from imposter syndrome? How do you defeat the imposter in charge? Find out in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/254. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Showing has much more impact than telling. When we show our kids how we live according to our values, they see integrity in action. They know we walk the talk. Today's guest, Chris, is an everyday dad and one of our new members in The Dad Edge Alliance. He talks about the importance of being aware of how closely our kids are watching us and the messages we are sending them with our behavior. He also gives us his simple yet brilliant ideas on how dads can set a powerful example for their kids in small ways every day. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday198. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

How often do you ask for what you need or desire? Whether it be in our marriage, workplace, or among friends, 77% of people have issues asking for help or advice. Today we have Wayne Baker, sociologist, consultant, speaker, and the author of All You Have to Do is Ask. His mission is to empower people to fulfill their purpose, goals, and visions so they can become more successful. Wayne discovered that those who ask for help or advice, and also give back, were less frustrated and more effective in all areas of their lives. He talks about how to practice thoughtful intentional requests that people will be happy to fulfill. He also teaches how to create a psychologically safe environment where our kids feel safe to express their needs and wants. Learn how the simple art of asking can unlock new ideas and solutions, help you get ahead faster and easier, and solve most of the problems that are weighing you down in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/253. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Larry Hagner is the host of The Dad Edge and the founder of The Dad Edge Alliance. Larry's used to talking with big names as well as the everyday dad, but today it's his turn to be interviewed. Chris Romulo is a former Muay Thai Champion, author, motivational speaker, and the host of The Eight Count Podcast. He asks Larry Hagner about the times he thought he was down for the count in life and how, with the help of his tribe, he picked himself up and got back in the ring to fight his inner demons. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday197. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Hey Guys for this LIVE Q&A episode, I am bringing Doug French, founder of The Dad 2.0 Summit. Doug has been in the Dad Space for years and is hosting his 10th Dad 2.0 Summit in Washington DC on Feb 27th-29th. If you are a Dad Edge Podcast listener and you want to join us in DC, you can use EDGE20 for your coupon code at registration to save 20% off your ticket price. I would love to meet you face to face and see you there! Sign up HERE for the Dad 2.0 SUMMIT

According to Columbia University, children who have a poor relationship with their father are 68% more likely to drink, smoke, or use drugs. How we can strengthen the bond between father and son and father and daughter? Michael Gurian is one of the world's foremost experts on gender and the brain and has been called "The People's Philosopher" for his ability to bring together people's ordinary lives and scientific ideas. He is the NY Times bestselling author of thirty-two books, a keynote speaker, a husband and a father. Michael tells us the three top reasons why today's kids aren't connecting with their dads. He teaches us to discover our assets as fathers and how to invite our kids to utilize them. He also shares the neuroscience behind the differences between bonding with sons and daughters, and how we can best father each one. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/252. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!