• Ask Dad - The Secret to Slowing Down Time: Feed Your Brain Something New
    Nov 18 2025

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    Have you ever looked up and wondered, “How is it already the holidays?” Or felt like time is sprinting while you’re just trying to tie your shoes? That strange feeling that life is rushing past us is often a sign that our brains are craving something new. When every day looks the same, life can slip into fast-forward. But when we re-open our world—even in small ways—we bring back curiosity, perspective, and presence. That’s when time starts to feel richer, fuller, and just a little slower. We’ll also hear from a listener who’s realizing they’ve been stuck in a comfortable but stale routine, and they’re wondering how to step into something new without shaking up their whole life.

    Let's see what happens when we look at life with new eyes.

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    30 mins
  • Ask Dad - The Exit Strategy: Knowing When It’s Time to Walk Away
    Oct 31 2025

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    Sometimes the hardest part of growth isn’t what we step into, it’s what we step away from. And on this Halloween, we’re talking about the kind of ghosts that don’t haunt the attic — they haunt your peace of mind. The friendships, flings, or relationships that linger long after they’ve run their course. It’s not about blame or bitterness; it’s about recognizing when staying costs more peace than it’s worth. Whether it’s a slow fade or a dramatic exit, learning to leave with integrity (and without guilt) might just be one of the most loving things you can do for both of you. We’ll also tackle a listener’s question about navigating a new connection while balancing ambition, fear, and the uncertainty of what walking away—or staying—might mean for the future.

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    29 mins
  • Ask Dad - Fill Your Cup First: What Energy Are You Putting Out?
    Oct 5 2025

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    Ever notice how easy it is to run on empty—grinding through the day, scrolling social media, and letting negativity drain what little energy you have left? In this episode, we’re talking about filling your cup first. When you choose to fill it with love, joy, peace, and happiness, you’re not just surviving the daily grind—you’re creating, connecting, and putting out energy that fuels balance instead of burnout. We’ll also tackle a listener question from someone standing at a crossroads, facing life-altering choices and wondering how to move forward with clarity and courage. The question is: what energy are you putting out into the world?

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    28 mins
  • Ask Dad - Breaking the Piggy Bank: Smarter Choices for a Stronger Future
    Sep 21 2025

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    Remember that first piggy bank — where saving up for a new toy felt like the biggest victory? Fast forward, and the stakes are a little higher. In this episode, we’re breaking open the myths around money and exploring smarter choices that lead to financial freedom. It’s not about pinching pennies forever — it’s about making intentional decisions today that set you up for a stronger, more secure tomorrow. We’ll even tackle those tough choices — like a listener wondering whether to go shiny or sensible — and talk through how to decide what truly pays off in the long run.

    And in true Dad fashion - Why don’t dollar bills ever get lonely?

    Because they always have plenty of “cents” around.

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    29 mins
  • Ask Dad - Letters Across Time: Wisdom for Our Past and Future Selves
    Sep 14 2025

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    If you could sit down with your younger self, what would you say? Maybe it’s reassurance that the tough seasons won’t last forever, or a reminder to take a risk before fear convinces you not to. And what about your future self—what words of encouragement or clarity would you want to send forward? In this episode, we’ll explore the power of perspective across time, how to carry wisdom from the past, and how to plant hope for the road ahead.

    And for anyone standing at a crossroads—feeling stuck, unsure if change is possible, or afraid it’s too late—this conversation just might be the letter you’ve been waiting to hear.

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    30 mins
  • Ask Dad - Buried in Boxes: When Stuff Crowds Out Connection
    Aug 25 2025

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    Ever notice how the more we accumulate, the less space we seem to have—not just in our closets, but in our relationships too? You can rent a storage unit for your boxes, but there’s no locker big enough to hold a neglected connection. In this episode, we’ll explore what happens when the pursuit of stuff takes center stage and human connection gets pushed into storage. How do we recognize when our priorities are shifting, and what can we do to bring the focus back to what truly matters?

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    30 mins
  • Ask Dad - The Tenacity Test: Navigating Career Setbacks and Life’s Big Choices
    Aug 18 2025

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    Sometimes life hands you a plot twist you didn’t audition for—a job loss, a toxic workplace, or the kind of “golden handcuffs” that look shiny but keep you stuck. Maybe it’s the economy, maybe it’s fear tactics from the higher-ups, or maybe it’s just the nagging feeling you’re meant for something else. In this episode, we explore how to navigate those moments with tenacity, and why a career derailment can actually be the start of your real journey. Plus, a listener asks: How much should I let other people’s opinions—especially family—shape my career and life decisions?

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    34 mins
  • Ask Dad - The Cost of Convenience: Are We Losing Real Connection?
    Aug 3 2025

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    When did connection become something we download instead of develop? In a culture that rewards convenience and avoids vulnerability, even relationships are getting an AI upgrade. This week on Ask Dad, we dive into the rise of artificial companionship—why some are turning to chatbot “girlfriends” and what it reveals about our collective discomfort with being seen, heard, and truly known.

    We’ll also unpack the quiet courage it takes to pursue real connection in a world full of judgment and fear—especially when it means putting your heart on the line where others can see it (like… the workplace).

    So, are we chasing connection—or just avoiding rejection? Let’s talk about what happens when love gets too easy, and why the best relationships are still the messy, human kind.

    The love is real and the man is real - we talk about it all. The good. The bad. The Dad.

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    29 mins