Daring to Dad
Ryan Walton
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S3E15 From Dudes to Dads: Finding Your Place in Modern Fatherhood
What does it actually mean to become a father in a world where expectations have changed, but support hasn’t always caught up? In this episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with therapist, writer,…
S2E8 Unpacking Church Camp with Cara Meredith
This one’s personal. In this special episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan reconnects with longtime friend and author Cara Meredith to talk about a place that shaped—and complicated—both of their lives:…
S2E7 Postpartum Care is for Dads Too with Tisheila Justice
In this powerful episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with licensed clinical social worker Tisheila Justice to unpack the silent struggles of men in the postpartum period. From hormonal changes…
S2E6 Who Am I Without the Job? with John Shearer
What happens when the title, the paycheck, or the role you’ve always played no longer feels like enough? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with therapist John Shearer, founder of Kickstart…
S2E5 Finding Purpose, Connection & Fatherhood with Ryan Olufson
What’s really holding men back from living the life they want? And how can we start to break free from feeling stuck? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with Ryan Olufson, a certified…
S2E3 Breaking Free from Hypermasculinity with Patch McCormick
Why do so many men struggle to connect with their emotions? And what does it really take to break free from the pressures of hypermasculinity? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with…
S2E3 Why Men’s Mental Health Needs a New Approach with Dr. Audra Horney
Men’s mental health is often overlooked, misunderstood, and full of misconceptions. Why do so many men hesitate to seek therapy? And how can we create spaces where they actually feel supported? In…
Rethinking Masculinity, Fatherhood & Growth with Ludo Gabriele
What does it truly mean to be a man today? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with Ludo Gabriele, writer, thought leader, and founder of WokeDaddy.com, to explore the complexities of…
S2E1 Redefining Masculinity, Trauma, and Spiritual Growth with Zack Alexander
Welcome back to season 2 of the Daring to Dad podcast! I'm kicking of the season with Zack Alexander, a spiritual and leadership mentor whose transformative journey is reshaping conversations around…
S1E12 Navigating Change: Manhood, Parenting, and Purpose Beyond Belief with Joshua Harris
In this episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with Joshua Harris to explore the profound journey of personal transformation and self-discovery. Many will recognize Josh from his years as a…
S1E11 Ryan Meeks on Embracing Death as a Life Guide
Summary: This week's guest is Ryan Meeks. Ryan, along with his wife Michelle, has dedicated his life to guiding others toward healing, self-discovery, and deeper connection. With a background that…
Embodied Leadership with Travis Streb
In this episode of the Daring to Dad podcast, Ryan reconnects with seasoned coach, Travis Streb, who shares insights on his work with men and couples, the emotional complexities of parenting, and the…
S1E9 Breaking the Cycle with Ryan Rucker
What is the impact of growing up without a father? What impact does it have on the families that come next? In this conversation, Ryan Rucker shares his journey of navigating fatherhood without a…
S1E8 Zack Kasabo on Embracing Imperfection and Overcoming Parental Overwhelm
In this heart-to-heart episode, we chat with Zack Kasabo, the amazing school counselor who's taken social media by storm with his down-to-earth advice on managing kids' behavior. Zack opens up about…
S1E7 Ben Webster on Starting Over Again
In this heartfelt conversation, Ryan and Ben Webster open up about their deeply personal journeys of self-discovery and growth. They share their experiences with playing certain roles in life, such…
S1E6 CJ Casciotta and The Power of the Collective Journey
CJ Casciotta is an award-winning media producer of kids & family entertainment trusted by Forbes, Tech Crunch, Sesame Studios, and MGM. He's the author of 2 books, Get Weird and The Forgotten Art…
Reid Walton and Shaping Values and Beliefs as Fathers
Ryan is joined this week by his brother, Reid Walton, LMFT. They share their experiences as fathers and the influences that shaped their ideas of fatherhood. They also discuss the qualities of a good…
S1E4 Dan Doty and the Power of Presence in Fatherhood
In this conversation, Ryan Walton speaks with renowned writer coach and men's leader, Dan Doty. They discuss the evolving role of men and fathers in today's society and the challenges they face. Dan…
S1E3 Brian Recker on Navigating Fatherhood Amidst Shifting Beliefs
How do we navigate raising kids while experiencing shifts and evolution in our own understanding of the world? Brian Recker shares his upbringing in Christian fundamentalism and how it shaped his…
S1E2 Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski on Beautiful and Complex Masculinity
Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski is a researcher and educator, specializing in the social emotional development and well-being of boys and men. He discusses his own influences and beliefs about masculinity,…
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Daring to Dad has published 21 episodes since May 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.
Daring to Dad is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 52m.
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