Dad Tired
Jerrad Lopes
You’re tired.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 1, 2019 • 23min
Becoming The Man You Want Your Children To Be
Do you ever feel like you're asking your kids to be someone you're not? Are you demanding them to show qualities and characteristics that you haven't mastered yourself? In this week's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about the different between a "Show & Tell" model of discipleship, vs a "Tell & Tell" model.
Jun 17, 2019 • 43min
Keeping Intimacy Alive With Your Spouse When You Have Young Kids (with Leila Lopes)
A lot of couples talk about how they feel disconnected as husband + wife after having a baby. This is especially true for men. If you're struggling to find intimate connection with your wife, while also raising young kids, this episode is for you. Join host Jerrad Lopes and his wife Leila as they take a deep dive into what it looks like from a Gospel-centered perspective to love your wife after having a baby and raising young kids.
Jun 10, 2019 • 45min
Infertility, Masculinity, and Hope (with Sheridan Voysey)
Have you struggled with infertility? Do you know someone who has? Have you been asking God for something for years and feel like he remains silent? If so, this episode is for you. Writer, speaker, and broadcaster Sheridan Voysey joins host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about infertility, masculinity, and hope in the midst of unanswered prayers.
Jun 3, 2019 • 36min
Marriage After God (with Aaron & Jennifer Smith)
On this week's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, Jerrad is joined by husband and wife duo Aaron (Husband Revolution) & Jennifer Smith (Unveiled Wife). The couple has recently joined up to created the ministry Marriage After God. They are the co-authors of the new, best-selling book "Marriage After God" and the popular "Marriage After God Podcast". In this episode, we cover how husbands can lead their wives spiritually, what does Biblical submission look like, and much more. If you're serious about leading your wife well and having a Christ-centered marriage, this episode is a must listen!
May 27, 2019 • 26min
When You Aren't Satisfied With Your Job
What do you do when you know you need to support your family, but don't like your job? When is it ok to quit? How do you know where God is calling you? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he covers the topics of careers, and what it looks like for dads to support their family, while also following the calling of God.
May 20, 2019 • 36min
When Accomplishing Your Dreams Leaves You Feeling Empty (with Remi Adeleke)
Former Navy Seal, author, and actor Remi Adeleke joins host Jerrad Lopes on the Dad Tired podcast to share his story of transformation.
Sponsor: Marriage After God
May 13, 2019 • 47min
Do You Have A Biblical Family Model? (with Jeremy Pryor)
This week Jerrad is joined by Family Team's co-founder, Jeremy Pryor. Jeremy had an epiphany over two decades ago, realizing that the way we do family in the West is mostly a failed experiment, and the scriptures are calling us back to a bigger and better design. Since then he has been impacting families in the greater Ohio region for years through various projects and resources.
May 7, 2019 • 30min
Self Care For Tired Dads (with Leila Lopes)
A listener recently asked me on Instagram, "Is it ok for dads to prioritize 'self-care', and if so, what does self-care look like?" In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes and his Wife Leila as they seek to answer this question from a Gospel-centered perspective.
Apr 29, 2019 • 36min
Are You Still Feeling Dad Tired?
Are you still Dad Tired? Not just physically exhausted, but worn down in your soul? Stressed, overwhelmed, weary? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about the cause of our "soul fatigue" as dads, what it looks like to actually find rest.
Apr 22, 2019 • 34min
How To Handle Seasons of Transition (with Mack Brock)
In a season of transition? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he interviews worship leader, Mack Brock on what it looks like for a Christian man to handle seasons of transition.
Sponsors: Marriage After God & Skylight Frames
