NEW EPISODE RELEASED Click the links below or in my bio. Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new episode of Parenting Pep Talk! Meet Johnny Ice, from 95.5 KLOS is a New Yorker with a sharp wit and a penchant for sarcasm. For over two decades, he's been lighting up the radio waves with his unforgettable antics and on-air stunts. Best known for his stint on The Heidi and Frank Show on 95.5 KLOS in Los Angeles since 2010, Johnny's dyslexia adds an extra layer of charm as he tackles reading the news. At home, Johnny's life resembles a sitcom, with his dad-joke ..read more

NEW EPISODE RELEASED Click the links below or in my bio. Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new episode of Parenting Pep Talk! In this episode of "Navigating Youth Sports," I delve into the intricate world of coaching our kids. From fostering teamwork to handling competition, I explore the dynamics of guiding young athletes to success while sharing how to separate the roll of parent and coach. Coaching our own child in sports presents a unique set of advantages and challenges, each carrying its own set of pros and cons. However, it can be a rewarding expe ..read more

NEW EPISODE RELEASED Click the links below or in my bio. Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new episode and guest with you! Bryan Scudiere, founder of Unbreakable Dads, is a powerhouse coach who has built an incredible multi 6-figure business following one simple mission: To help dads take back their life. Bryan has personally helped 200+ dads lose 20-40lbs in less than 5 hours a week without relying on fad diets or living in the gym. Bryan's message is about more than weight loss; it's about redefining fatherhood and building a community of empowered dad ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of Parenting Pep Talk on The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new episode with you! Parenting Pep Talk: Unlocking Conversations With Our Kids In this episode, I delve into the importance of creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for your children to open up. From active listening techniques to validating emotions and avoiding overreactions, I explore practical strategies to encourage meaningful dialogue. Join me as I discuss the power of open-ended conversations, showing genuine interest, and the invaluable role trust plays in nurturing healthy parent ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you. Steve Weatherford is a husband, father, Super Bowl Champ, business owner and follower of Christ. As a 10 Year NFL Vet – XLVI Super Bowl Champ with the New York Giants, Steve was named “NFL’s Most Philanthropic Man” and the “NFL’s Fittest Man” twice. He has been a sports broadcaster with Good Day New York, ESPN SportsNation, Sports Illustrated as well as a multi-business owner including his own supplement company – Veritas Labs. In addition to all that, he was also 2017 Men’s Muscle & Fitness M ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new series with you! Parenting Pep Talk: Setting Boundaries on Social Media In our modern digital age, the allure and influence of social media on our children cannot be understated. As parents and guardians, it is our responsibility to guide and protect our children in this vast online landscape. Today, I want to talk about the importance of setting boundaries for our kids on social media. First and foremost, we must recognize that social media platforms can be both a blessing and a curse for our children. While they of ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you. TJ Stukes, a.k.a. Player 182, on the Netflix Series Squid Games The Challenge, might look familiar to sports fans and reality TV aficionados. Here's where you may have seen him before. He’s a retired pro athlete. At 6'8" tall, TJ has had an impressive basketball career, joining the Harlem Wizards in 2009 after college and playing for more than 20 years as "Tomahawk" Stukes. The Wizards toured the United States raising money for schools and children's nonprofit organizations. TJ now works as an ass ..read more

NEW EPISODE RELEASED Click the links below! Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you. My guest today is William Vanderbloemen. William has been able to combine over 15 years of ministry experience as a Senior Pastor with the best practices of Executive Search to provide churches with a unique offering: a deep understanding of local church work with the very best knowledge and practices of professional executive search. Prior to his founding The Vanderbloemen Search Group, William studied executive search under a mentor with over 25 years ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you. My guest today is Jason Wood. He’s a dad, combat vet and endurance athlete. Jason Wood's incredible fitness journey is nothing short of a remarkable adventure that unfolded after his graduation from college in 2004. Fueled by a sense of duty and patriotism, Jason joined the U.S. Army as an officer, dedicating seven years to active duty and undergoing three intense combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. This period taught him invaluable lessons in discipline, resilience, and the import ..read more

Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you. My guest today is Mike Cargile. He’s not only a family man, but he’s also running for Congress. Mike’s objective, and overwhelming motivation in his political pursuit, is protecting, preserving and providing for our families. As a husband and a father with many good friends, Mike feels truly blessed to have the opportunity to be a Representative for some of the most wonderful people he has ever met. Through the years Mike has been a coach, a crossing guard for his kids, a Booster President, Ways a ..read more