Episodes 26
Avg. Duration 27m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Sep 2021
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

A podcast on how to practically be a dad from a Christ-Conforming worldview. We are often told what a dad should be, but hardly ever practically shown how to be that dad. Each episode will give tips and insight into HOW to be a DAD practically.

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Recent Episodes

EP 25 | Raising Boys That Actually Want To Grow Up | Boys Adrift by Leonard Sax, MD, PhD

Apr 01, 2026 39m

Why are so many young men today struggling to find motivation, failing to launch, and feeling disconnected from adulthood?In this episode, Joshua dives deep into the groundbreaking research of…

EP 24 | Stop Performing, Start Showing Up — A Dad’s Take on Real Fatherhood | Guest: Ben Wilson

Mar 15, 2026 58m

This episode features “The Dad Experience,” with host Joshua Fitchett sitting down with Ben Wilson to discuss how the Christian gospel shapes the everyday work of fatherhood. Drawing from his…

EP 23 | The Book That Challenges Every Christian Dad | Family Shepherds by Voddie Baucham Jr.

Feb 28, 2026 25m

In this episode, Joshua reviews Family Shepherds by Voddie Baucham Jr. You will find an overview of the book along with helpful portions read aloud.

EP 22 | Ten Arrows, One Quiver | Guest: Hugh Peiser

Feb 16, 2026 47m

In this episode of Ten Arrows, One Quiver, we sit down with Hugh Peiser, a father of ten to talk about the calling, chaos, and beauty of raising a large family. What does it look like to shepherd ten…

EP 21 | A Dad, a Waiting Room, and a Surgery

Jan 31, 2026 27m

This episode shares a father’s perspective as his daughter goes through skull surgery. The focus is not on medical details but on what it is like to be a dad during a serious moment you cannot fix or…

EP 20 | Welcome Back!

Jan 15, 2026 7m

What to expect for 2026!

EP 19 | Bonus Episode: College Education & History

Nov 17, 2023 1h 5m

What you are taught at school and what your kids are going to be taught in college matters. Terry shares his school experiences and what was being taught about Christianity during his time.

EP 18 | A Pastor Dad, Part 3 | Guest: Terry Bunch

Nov 17, 2023 31m

What does raising 3 girls look like? If you don’t pour into them, someone else will do it for you. Enjoy the time you have with them before they leave the house. Tune in to hear more!

EP 17 | A Pastor Dad, Part 2 | Guest: Terry Bunch

Nov 17, 2023 28m

The kids go from 1 to 2 to 3. What do you do when they follow your patterns of sin? Is there any good they reflect? What does this show us about God the Father? Much more found in this episode.

EP 16 | A Pastor Dad, Part 1 | Guest: Terry Bunch

Oct 10, 2023 20m

A 3-part interview where this episode touches on the story of a tough delivery of a firstborn and the help that Christ and His Church offered in that time.

EP 15 | Reflections From Early Fatherhood | Guest: Mike Guess

Sep 01, 2023 52m

Today’s episode is an interview with Mike Guess (71 years old). He reflects upon the past and shares how he continues to father to this day. Check this episode out and learn from someone who has been…

EP 14 | Generational Goals

Aug 22, 2023 29m

Shouldn’t our goals be bigger than ourselves? Find out more by listening to this episode on generational goals.

EP 13 | Kids Talk

Aug 08, 2023 11m

The two oldest boys of the Fitchett family join in on this episode to share the mind of a kid. Check it out to see how a young child thinks and feels about things dads do!

EP 12 | Reassessment

Jan 26, 2023 28m

You plan out your week and then all of a sudden the week is ending and your plans are not going to get accomplished. What do we do as Fathers with goals? Tune in to find out!

EP 11 | Modeling Prayer

Oct 01, 2022 13m

Today’s episode is not about praying, but about how our relationship with our children model prayer. Find out what is in store for today’s episode!

EP 10 | Stewarding The Body

Sep 15, 2022 32m

What impact does our physical body have on our children? Does it matter how we treat our bodies? Can we be better fathers simply by tending to our bodies? Listen to find out!!

EP 9 | Tempers & Anger

Sep 01, 2022 22m

The Bible speaks to fathers about a specific command of what not to do. Why would God intentionally have that command for us? Find out more in this episode.

EP 8 | Leverage Your Opportunities

Aug 30, 2022 16m

On today’s episode, Joshua discusses using your opportunities wisely by seeking ways to include your children. Tune in to find out more!

EP 7 | Consistent In The Inconsistent | Guest: David Watson

Apr 15, 2022 37m

This episode includes special guest David Watson discussing what being a father as a single dad looks like for him. In the conversation, there is one theme that challenges us dads to better achieve…

EP 6 | Read a Book

Apr 11, 2022 11m

There are many ways to disciple your child/children. One way is through reading a book. Tune in to this weeks episode to get more info. on reading books with your children for the glory of God!

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How many episodes does The Practical Dad have?

The Practical Dad has published 26 episodes since September 2021, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

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The Practical Dad is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 27m.

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