

Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman
Jon Vroman
Since 2016, Front Row Dads has been the community for "family men with businesses, not businessmen with families".
Weekly interviews on marriage, parenting, health, emotional intelligence, business and legacy.
Learn about the brotherhood at FrontRowDads.com
Weekly interviews on marriage, parenting, health, emotional intelligence, business and legacy.
Learn about the brotherhood at FrontRowDads.com
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Oct 29, 2025 • 13min
Mentorship Alone Isn't Enough: Why You Need a Brotherhood
In this engaging conversation, Eric Farewell, a coach from Austin and a member of Front Row Dads, emphasizes the critical roles of mentors, coaches, and community in men's lives. He discusses how community offers support on tough days rather than just advice. Eric shares personal stories about processing grief and the transformative power of vulnerability within his brotherhood. Laughter, ceremonies, and shared experiences are highlighted as essential elements in building resilience and identity, ultimately shaping the next 50 years of one's life.

Oct 22, 2025 • 35min
Investing in the Age of AI: Accumulate, Hedge, Automate
Mike Dillard has built three eight-figure businesses and spent two decades teaching entrepreneurs how to invest, grow passive income, and build long-term wealth. In this episode, he shares his hard-won lessons about building wealth in a world reshaped by AI, inflation, and disruption. In this conversation, you'll learn: Why accumulation and real assets beat risky bets in the long run. How AI will reshape the economy—bringing both deflation and massive unemployment. Why Bitcoin and gold are essential hedges against a declining dollar. The power of automation tools that take human emotion out of money management (and how to set them up). A tax strategy that lets you invest up to $140K per year—completely tax-free on the gains. How entrepreneurs can break free from the "make it, spend it, risk it" cycle and build lasting wealth. This is a playbook for anyone who wants to protect their family, create consistency in uncertain times, and set up a financial system that literally makes you richer every day. ________________________________________________________ 🚀 You're building a business—but are you building your family with the same intention? These books helped us do both. 📘 Grab the list here: https://frontrowdads.com/podcast-books

Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 9min
Freedom Not Flex: A Playbook for Cashflow & Family Time (with Justin Donald)
If growth has come with a hidden bill—your time, your presence, your peace—this episode gives you a better plan. Today I'm joined by Justin Donald—Lifestyle Investor—long-time friend and FRD brother. What I love about Justin: he plays the game for freedom, not flex. Inside the episode: Cashflow First: A clear path to cover core bills with cash-producing assets so your calendar can breathe again. Every Dollar Works: Why mentors, masterminds, and pros are investments—when you demand ROI on knowledge, not just deals. Owner/Operator Reset: Use the "take a year off" thought experiment to surface missing systems, leadership, and SOPs. The Allocation Reality: How the wealthiest tilt toward low-risk, steady plays—and keep only a small slice for high-risk shots. Naval's Four Levers: Add people, capital, code, or media so your upside isn't limited to your hours. Teach Without Preaching: Spark money wisdom at home—so your kids inherit a mindset, not just assets. Listen now → Financial Freedom Beats Net Worth

Oct 8, 2025 • 11min
The Real Story: Books That Changed Our Home
In this quick-hitting episode, Front Row Dad member Eric Farewell spotlights four books that shaped him as a man, husband, and father—and how his family turned car rides into a "great books" classroom. You'll hear: Vulnerability over image — Rising Strong (Brené Brown) and dropping the mask Who you were before the mask — The Road Back to You (Ian Morgan Cron) and a shared language at home Family learning on wheels — Shoe Dog (Phil Knight) and sparking business curiosity in his kids The pattern breaker he gifts most — No More Mr. Nice Guy (Dr. Robert Glover) on needs, boundaries, and honest leadership Short, practical, and real—press play, pick one, and start a reading habit that strengthens your home ______________________________________________________ 📚 Want to win at home and in business? These are the books that helped high-performing dads create deeper relationships and stronger lives—without sacrificing success. 👉 Get the list: https://frontrowdads.com/podcast-books

Oct 6, 2025 • 25min
Charlie Kirk, Social Media, and the Battle for Our Kids' Minds
Mike Dillard has built three eight-figure businesses and spent two decades helping entrepreneurs learn how to invest, grow passive income, and build long-term wealth. In this conversation, he turns his attention to something even more urgent: parenting in a divided world. We dive into the fallout of Charlie Kirk's assassination, what it reveals about free speech and cultural division, and how social media is shaping what the next generation believes. You'll walk away with practical insights on how to start the conversations your kids aren't having in school—conversations that build discernment, resilience, and the ability to think for themselves. ______________________________________________________ 📚 Want to win at home and in business?These are the books that helped high-performing dads create deeper relationships and stronger lives—without sacrificing success. 👉 Get the list: podcast-books

Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 6min
Driven but Empty: The Wound in High-Performing Dads — w/ Danny Morel
Today I dive deep with Danny Morel — a billion-dollar real estate leader who rebuilt after an affair and now helps men shift from hustle to wholeness. What you'll get: How to end "driven but empty" by healing the wound under ambition The Desire → Courage turn that stops the endless chase Marriage moves that create safety without fixing (and drop defensiveness) Parenting that blends guardrails + freedom, with consequences that connect Breaking porn/food/shame loops by changing state at the root Moving from force to power so work flows and home thrives If you've built the life but still feel the weight—this conversation is for you. It's not about doing more. It's about becoming whole. __________________________________________________________ 📚 Want to win at home and in business? These are the books that helped high-performing dads create deeper relationships and stronger lives—without sacrificing success. 👉 Get the list: https://frontrowdads.com/podcast-books

Sep 17, 2025 • 40min
Sex Gets Better With Effort: The Husband's Intimacy Playbook
Laurie Handlers, a Tantra educator and intimacy coach, shares insights on enhancing long-term relationships. She highlights the importance of intentional effort in intimacy post-honeymoon phase and suggests practical steps like setting date nights. Laurie emphasizes that intimacy should be treated as a skill, advocating for training over guesswork. She discusses the significance of presence and connection in relationships, introducing tools such as breathing exercises and boundary setting. Her empowering message encourages men to prioritize relational growth alongside their careers.

Sep 10, 2025 • 47min
The Science of Triggers: What's Really Driving Your Reactions
When you lose your cool, it's usually not about the moment—it's about what's underneath. In this episode, Josh Trent unpacks HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) and shows you how to spot these triggers before they hijack your reactions. Learn how to pause, reset, and show up at your best for the people who matter most. ___________________________________________ 📚 Want to win at home and in business? These are the books that helped high-performing dads create deeper relationships and stronger lives—without sacrificing success. 👉 Get the list: https://frontrowdads.com/books

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Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 16min
4 Military Leadership Models Every Dad Can Use at Home
Schuyler Williamson, a leadership expert and military veteran, shares his insights from both the battlefield and the boardroom. He emphasizes military-tested leadership frameworks for parenting, advocating for modeling effective behaviors. Listeners can learn about practical routines to enhance children's confidence and the importance of adaptability in chaotic situations. Williamson's anecdotes from combat highlight how clarity and steadiness can transform leadership, making it applicable at home and in business.

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Aug 27, 2025 • 14min
How to Run a Family Meeting in Just 30 Minutes
Ryan Levesque, a 7-time Inc. 5000 CEO and 2-time #1 bestselling author, shares his expertise on running efficient family meetings. He reveals his 7-step agenda designed to foster connection and engagement among family members. Listeners will learn how to anchor discussions around wins, gratitude, and goals, making meetings something kids look forward to. Levesque also discusses transforming chaos into collaboration, showcasing the power of structured conversations to strengthen family values and wellness.


