Working with family can be a blend of laughter, love, and at times, a test of patience. It's a unique dance between the personal and professional, where shared histories create a tapestry rich with memories and understanding.In our conversation, Danny and Lucy DeVito highlighted the grounded, playful nature of their father-daughter duo amidst the Hollywood whirlwind and how they’ve successfully navigated personal and professional evolution together.Danny, with a storied career marked by iconic roles in One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Taxi, and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, reflected on the blend of everyday parenting and stardom, while Lucy, an accomplished actress in her own right, shared the unique experience of growing up as a DeVito. Danny and Lucy are currently starring as father and daughter in the play I Need That on Broadway, which runs from 10/13 until 12/23.This interview was recorded prior to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike._____________________________________Purchase tickets for I Need That: https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/get-tickets/2023-2024-season/i-need-that/?utm_source=ttd&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=pre-perfs&utm_content=brand-researchers_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:10] When you have a kid, you die[7:31] Why Danny became an actor (but first a hairdresser)[13:46] Breaking through in acting and directing[18:39] The value of dark stories[24:54] How Danny met his wife[26:44] Keep your family close[29:40] Don’t put the brakes on your kids’ dreams[31:39] Italians yell affectionately[34:40] Why Lucy joined the family business[38:34] It’s Always Sunny, Batman Returns, and more[44:47] Working together for “I Need That” on Broadway[49:56] Rapid fire questions[1:00:37] Surprising Danny and Lucy with their genealogy[1:04:56] Danny and Lucy’s roles in the American story_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3Q02rXhG4G8Make a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Jay Glazer, an NFL reporter who has battled anxiety and depression, shares his inspiring journey in tackling mental health challenges. He founded MVP, a network connecting veterans and athletes, to save lives. The podcast delves into building relationships, overcoming mental health challenges, fulfilling letters to Santa, the ripple effect of being a dad, talking to their son about mental health, managing aggression, and techniques for overcoming anxiety and depression.

Matt Risinger is a premium home builder in Austin, Texas and host of The Build Show on YouTube. With over two decades of experience, he has established himself as a leading authority in the field.Not long after setting up his own building company, Matt found himself buried in debt during the 2008 financial crisis. He has since become a passionate advocate for energy-efficient and sustainable building methods on a mission to build homes that stand the test of time. In our conversation, we talk about why more young people should consider the trades, why fatherhood is Matt’s favorite hobby, and how to survive a major construction project._____________________________________Watch The Build Show on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@buildshow_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:27] Welcome to DSA[3:38] Building taught Matt about service[9:37] Creation is central to humanity[11:22] Matt’s journey to building professionally[15:34] Working for yourself is harder but better[26:51] Get the details right[30:36] Enthusiasm drives excellence[32:16] Hire good people and treat them well [35:38] You get what you pay for[42:03] Big houses don’t improve families[47:07] How do we get more kids into the trades?[58:02] Fatherhood is Matt’s favorite hobby[1:01:58] Becoming a dad resets your priorities[1:05:19] How to choose a builder and survive the project[1:13:09] We should all learn to be a little handy[1:16:44] Spreading the word on quality construction[1:22:36] Advice from a dad[1:25:11] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c4FeXSjYa0QMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

MTV VJ Adam Curry, a pioneer in media and technology, reflects on his career and shares insights on open-source creativity, the impact of social networks, the power of music, propaganda, and his recent turn towards faith. They also discuss recent events, extreme portrayal of wokeness in media, identity politics in schools, fear-driven tactics, corruption in media, and the intersection of podcasting, decentralization, and Bitcoin.

You probably recognize Craig Melvin as a seasoned journalist and the co-host of The Today Show on NBC, but what you might not know is that he had to navigate addiction and generational fatherlessness in his own family to get there.Craig documents this tumultuous journey in his book Pops, including how he learned to become a better father himself in the process. Now he uses his TV platform to celebrate fatherhood with his Dads Got This! series. As parents we all want to be the best version of ourselves for our kids, regardless of our own family circumstances, and Craig Melvin has accomplished exactly that._____________________________________Purchase a copy of Pops: https://www.amazon.com/Pops-Learning-Be-Son-Father/dp/0063071991Follow Craig on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craigmelvinnbc/_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:19] Your memories of your dad matter[8:09] Craig’s foundation in faith[15:33] Coming to terms with a parent’s addiction[19:29] He was moved to action when his dad hit rock bottom[26:00] Interventions can work, even after decades[33:10] Becoming a father opened him to forgiveness [36:14] He gave his dad the best gift of his life[40:15] Give your kids a normal life[46:21] How do you manage media for your kids?[49:44] Becoming a journalist in high school[51:42] Bonding with his son over journalism[54:20] Craig Melvin’s role in the American story[56:57] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WIB8iomWoxIMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Life throws us curveballs from time to time. Sometimes we take a swing and hit it out of the park, but even a swing and a miss can teach us important, humbling lessons. Few know this better than former MLB pitcher Jake Arrieta.Jake’s scouting sheet looks like a storybook career: Olympic medalist, Cy Young Award winner, National League All-Star. He even led the 2016 Chicago Cubs to their first World Series in 108 years. However, Jake’s success was not a guarantee. Behind those accolades lies a story of uncertainty and setbacks, and these forged his trademark mental toughness, combined with a work ethic he learned from his dad. As a father of two himself, Jake, alongside his wife, now focuses on instilling the values of family, fortitude, and overcoming failure in their kids. Not everyone can be an all-star pitcher, but anyone can strive to be an all-star parent!_____________________________________Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jarrieta34?lang=enFollow Jake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarrieta49/?hl=en_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:38] Choosing between school and the baseball draft[11:55] Even teenagers aren’t invincible[14:17] His dad’s advice kept him on the right track[16:59] From the Beijing Olympics to the Baltimore Orioles[25:21] Mental toughness and fear of failure[38:16] Winning the World Series with the Chicago Cubs[42:19] Inspiring and encouraging kids is part of the job[46:08] Politics is dangerous but sometimes unavoidable[51:19] Speaking out about the MLB’s COVID policies[59:22] Starting a family while building a baseball career[1:03:36] Athletes should start planning for retirement now[1:09:58] Failure is when most learning happens[1:14:46] Coaching kids’ sports as a celebrity[1:18:28] Lightning round Q&A[1:29:27] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/83k7fi3LMQ8Make a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Business is fundamentally about creating value by solving a problem. Anybody with a great idea, regardless of their circumstances, has the potential to turn that idea into success with hard work and determination. Unfortunately, our school system clearly hasn’t prepared our kids, or us, to manage our money.Today’s guest, Daymond John, is best known as ‘The People’s Shark’ on ABC’s Shark Tank, but now he’s tackling financial education head-on with his children’s book, Little Daymond Learns to Earn, teaching kids the basics of money and starting their own businesses. He has a true passion for teaching kids about finance, entrepreneurship, and the value of hard work. Daymond is also the CEO and founder of FUBU, a $6 billion fashion brand he started with only $40 and a van.This episode of Dad Saves America was produced with the support of the Arthur N. Rupe Foundation._____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:19] Daymond’s first business[7:47] Mastering the sales pitch[10:38] Growing up with a great mom and no dad[12:48] Raising kids is punishing but fulfilling[15:58] Make space for your partner’s strengths[18:43] Put your values into practice[26:00] Talk about money with your kids[31:22] Money is necessary, but it’s not the point[37:34] Everything needs to be earned[43:54] Daymond is the American Dream[46:01] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8zhzTydiVnkMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Guest Gordon Wood discusses the impact of the Declaration of Independence on American history and the transformation of the United States. Topics include the influence of John Locke, the concept of equality, fraternity and Freemasonry, English traditions, the mechanics of communication during the time of the Declaration, and the significance of the document in shaping world history.

Good companies recognize people with passion and support their growth. As you pursue your career, it’s important learn as much as you can from mentors who are invested in your success.Today’s guest, Niels Schuurmans, is one of those great mentors. John met Niels over twenty years ago through a mentorship program at MTV. He later became John’s boss at both Nickelodeon and Spike TV, and during that time, Niels taught him the wisdom of humbly going back to the drawing board when a project isn’t going as planned.Niels has taken a pretty unusual road to his success and there are lessons for everyone about how to explore your potential and find your way to a fulfilling career. He was part of the early team that built Nickelodeon, shaping millions of childhoods for decades. Niels is currently the Chief Marketing and Creative Officer at 101 Studios, the production company responsible for hit shows like Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone, 1923, and many more._____________________________________Learn more about 101 Studios: https://www.101studiosco.com/_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:41] Working at 101 Studios[4:14] How John and Niels first met[9:15] Niels started acting to avoid a school suspension[17:36] Starting a business on Saint Thomas[23:37] Kids need someone to acknowledge their potential[25:59] Teaching led Niels to Nickelodeon[34:06] When (and why) should you make big changes in your career?[41:25] Making the best imitation of an existing product wastes creativity[49:39] Good mentors give you options, not answers[56:57] Lessons learned from launching Spike TV[1:09:20] Masculinity can be unapologetic without being toxic[1:16:55] Boys and girls have unique abilities that deserve attention[1:19:51] Should adults try to stay in touch with ‘kids these days’?[1:25:00] Taylor Sheridan, Yellowstone, and the frontier mentality[1:27:20] Young adults need to experience the world[1:29:58] How Niels reconnected with his dad[1:36:01] Positivity is helpful, but it can become a crutch[1:43:19] Storytelling can reinvigorate the collective American spirit[1:48:48] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8pXtsi0LR9oMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

In a world filled with adversity, there are those who refuse to succumb to the role of victim, instead choosing to rise above their circumstances and create their own destiny.Today’s guest, Akbar Gbajabiamila, has become a household name as the host of popular TV shows like American Ninja Warrior, The Talk, and his upcoming reality show, Fight to Survive. With his engaging personality and magnetic charisma, he ignites the spirits of contestants to conquer seemingly impossible obstacles.As a first-generation American, Akbar's journey is deeply rooted in his immigrant upbringing. Raised by strong-willed Nigerian parents, he was instilled with the values of education, hard work, and finishing what you start. These principles shaped his character and nurtured an unwavering belief that he could transcend the challenges that surrounded him.Guided by his father's wisdom, Akbar channeled his energy into sports, using them as a vehicle for self-improvement and personal growth. Through relentless dedication, he excelled in football, paving the way for his career in the NFL and broadcasting. Akbar's journey serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us all of the untapped power within ourselves to overcome obstacles and realize our dreams._____________________________________Purchase a copy of Everyone Can Be A Ninja: https://www.amazon.com/Everyone-Can-Be-Ninja-Warrior/dp/1982109750/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ⁠Learn more about Akbar's work with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research: https://www.michaeljfox.org/bio/akbar-gbajabiamilaAkbar on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@akbar_gbaja?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcAkbar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akbar_gbaja/?hl=en_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Intro[1:59] Make sure people say your name right[5:29] Growing up in a Nigerian immigrant family[11:12] Hard work was his family’s #1 value[14:57] What does Gbajabiamila mean?[16:42] Experiencing the 1992 LA riots[20:33] Social media makes it tough to shield kids[25:51] Meeting King Charles by selling salad dressing[30:28] Akbar first loved basketball, not football[35:11] The burden of trying to fix your parent[38:01] How dads get devalued in our culture[41:34] The unique superpower of dads[45:54] How his Muslim dad and Christian mom got along[48:42] Have conversation without confrontation[54:13] Cultural politics affect playground politics[1:01:04] Dealing with his dad’s Parkinson’s diagnosis[1:06:15] A football career wasn’t part of the plan[1:11:00] Akbar almost didn’t make it to the NFL[1:14:50] Tell your kids that you’re proud of them, but not too often[1:18:14] If you have no experience, you have to work for free[1:24:46] Learning to host American Ninja Warrior[1:27:15] Hosting ANW is about being a cheerleader[1:28:55] Why Akbar makes TikToks with his kids[1:32:19] Outro_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N2L_qNMM4gYMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠_____________________________________Dad Saves America is a channel dedicated to celebrating heroic fatherhood while teaching the next generation of fathers strategies they can utilize in parenting their children. We believe strong children come from a strong family. We’ve had many experts in the studio, including Jonathan Haidt, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Troy Kotsur, John Mackey, Ben Askren, and Adam Carolla. Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe