Fatherhood Wide Open: Intelligent Conversation on Issues Of Fatherhood and Masculinity

Fatherhood Wide Open: Intelligent Conversation on Issues Of Fatherhood and Masculinity


Latest Episodes

Our Childhood Voices with Darrell Brown
August 13, 2017

Darrell Brown is a director, producer, filmmaker, writer, speaker, and author of the book, Raised By Our Childhood Voices. He resides in Perth Australia with his wife and two sons. In this conversation, Darrell and I talk about the power of the voices ...

Love And Redemption By The Iowa Sea with Joe Blair
June 01, 2017

Joe Blair is a husband, father, and thinker on what it means to be each.He has written for the New York Times and has been featured on the NYT’s Modern Love Podcast. He is also the author of the memoir, By The Iowa Sea.

Fatherhood and Loss With Tim Hollister
February 24, 2016

In this conversation Tim and I discuss the book, His Father Still, a memoir about the passing of seventeen year old son, Reid Hollister, in 2006. His book is a masterfully written story of love, loss, and lessons learned.

Becoming A Power Dad with Wayne Parker
September 10, 2015

A conversation with Wayne Parker, author of the new book, Power Dads - 10 Basic Principles Successful Fathers Use to Raise Healthy and Responsible Children.

The Body and Soul Of A Man With Tony Rezac
April 11, 2015

In this episode I talk with Tony Rezac, writer and men's group leader. We discuss the importance of men's work, men's groups, and the fact that if men want to reach their full potential in this life, the can't live this life all by themselves.

Parenting For The Digital Age With Bill Ratner
February 03, 2015

A conversation with Bill Ratner, one of the most recognized voices in Hollywood, about children's advertising, screen time, technology, what parents can do about it.

The Power Of Doing The Right Thing with Tony Bartoli
January 04, 2015

A conversation with Tony Bartoli, motivational speaker and influencer on the topic of youth and bullying; using his personal story of pain, courage, and resilience to change the hearts and minds of others and encourage them to do the right thing.

Faith And Doubt In Marriage With Dr. Dale McGowan
November 17, 2014

In this episode Dr. Dale McGowan and I talk about his latest book, 'In Faith and In Doubt How religious believers and non-believers can build strong marriages and loving families.'

The Secret of Marriage with Marvin James
September 24, 2014

In this episode I talk with Marvin James, the author of 'The Secret of Marriage: Do the Opposite of What I Did'. He is also a former alcoholic, preacher, convict, and adulterer.

Divorce, fatherhood, and becoming a whole parent with John McElhenney
August 28, 2014

John McElhenney is the founder of the website, The Whole Parent, a blog dedicated to sharing his journey towards recovery and healing as a divorced and single dad of two children. John resides in Austin, Texas and is the author of several books of poetry