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In this episode of Father Like the Father, DJ speaks directly to the tired dadsâthe ones doing their best, but quietly running on fumes.The pressure to lead your home doesnât stop just because youâre drained. But maybe the solution isnât grinding harder⊠maybe itâs plugging into a greater source of strength.DJ opens up about what changed when he finally slowed down, stopped pretending, and let God refill what life had emptied.âScripture:âThose who wait on the Lord will renew their strength.â â Isaiah 40:31âWeekly Challenge:Set aside 10 minutes this week just to sit with God.No agenda. No noise. Just listen.Write down one verse, one thought, or one prayer that comes out of it.Your strength doesnât come from your hustleâit comes from your source.âđ± Join Rooted in BrotherhoodIf youâre a dad trying to lead wellâwhile carrying more than you let onâyouâre not alone.We built Rooted in Brotherhood, a free Facebook group for faith-filled dads, to help men grow, heal, and lead from a place of rest, not burnout.Click the link below to join us.Weâre building something strongerâtogether.https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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In this episode of Father Like the Father, Alec shares a moment many dads overlookâa quiet, rainy dayâand what it revealed about mental health, fatherhood, and faith.As we enter Menâs Mental Health Month, itâs time we stop pretending weâre fine and start learning how to breathe again.You werenât meant to carry everything alone.Alec shares a story, a challenge, and a reminder that sometimes the rain isnât a stormâitâs a reset.âScripture:âCome to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.â â Matthew 11:28âWeekly Challenge:When it rainsâor when you feel overwhelmedâpause for 10 minutes.No phone. No distractions.Pray: âGod, help me rest in You. Remind me that I donât have to carry this alone.âThen reach out to another dad. A simple check-in can make all the difference.âđ± Join Rooted in BrotherhoodA free Facebook group for faith-filled dads who are growing together, finding rest, and leaving a legacy.Click the link below. Donât do this alone.Weâre building something that lasts.https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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This episode is raw, real, and long overdue. As we kick off Menâs Mental Health Month, We sit down to unpack the silent struggles so many dads face.From childhood trauma and suicidal thoughts to the pressure of fatherhood and pretending to âhold it all together,â this conversation dives deep into what it means to be a man, to feel broken, and to find hope.Youâll hear stories of loss, anger, anxiety, ADHD, depressionâand how showing your kids emotions might be the bravest thing you do. If youâve ever felt like you're not enough, not wanted, or completely alone⊠youâre not. This episode is for you.đ Resources and community đđł Join our free dad community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/đž Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhood_unscripted/đą Don't forget to subscribe and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway. If youâre struggling, reach outâwe mean it.
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In this powerful episode of Father Like the Father, DJ calls out one of the most common struggles dads faceâbut rarely admit: comparison.We compare our parenting to the dad on Instagram, our leadership to the guy at church, our patience to the highlight reels of others... and end up feeling like weâll never be enough.But hereâs the truth: God didnât ask you to copy someone elseâHe called you to lead your home with what He gave you.DJ unpacks Galatians 6:4, shares a raw moment from his own life, and offers a challenge every dad needs this week.âWeekly Challenge:Every time comparison creeps in, speak this out loud:âIâm the dad my kids need. God gave them to me for a reason.âWrite down one thing youâre doing well as a dad.Stick it on the fridge.Let that truth speak louder than the scroll.âđ± Join Rooted in BrotherhoodIf youâre looking for a community of faith-filled dads who are growing together and want to leave a legacy for their kids, weâve got something for you.Itâs called Rooted in Brotherhoodâa free Facebook group where we talk faith, fatherhood, and becoming the men our families need.Click the link below and come be a part of it.Donât do this alone. Weâre building this together.https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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In this episode of Father Like the Father, DJ opens up about the struggle every dad knows too wellâfrustration.Whether itâs the chaos at home, pressure from work, or just one of those days, frustration can take over before we even realize it. But as faith-filled fathers, weâre called to lead differently.DJ shares a powerful story, scripture from Galatians 5:22â23, and a challenge that could change the atmosphere of your home this week.Weekly Challenge: Pause. Breathe. Pray: âGod, help me lead with grace, not anger.âđ Join the movement.đŹ Are you leading your homeâor letting your emotions lead you? Comment below.âđ± Rooted in Brotherhood â Join our free Facebook community for faith-filled dads:Click the link below and come be a part of it.Donât do this alone. Weâre building this together.https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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In this raw and real episode, it's just Alec and DJâno guests, no script, just a deep dive into whatâs been happening behind the scenes of Fatherhood Unscripted. They open up about personal struggles, growth as dads, the journey of launching their new minisode series Father Like the Father, and the heart behind the Rooted in Brotherhood community.Topics include:Why we created this podcastLetting go of perfection in fatherhoodBalancing faith, fatherhood, and real lifeThe launch of Rooted in BrotherhoodLiving with gratitude and graceAnd yes⊠DJ shaved his beard for TV đ€Šđ Join our free Facebook community: Rooted in BrotherhoodConnect with other dads who are walking the same pathâfaith, family, and becoming better men every day.âĄïž Click here to join : https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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In this weekâs episode of Father Like the Father, Alec gets honest about the pressure dads face, the voices we listen to, and the one voice that actually mattersâGodâs.
If youâve ever felt like youâre not doing enough, this 5-minute reset is for you.đ Scripture:
John 10:27
âMy sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.âđ§ What Youâll Hear:
How to recognize when shame is speaking louder than God
A moment when Alec broke down, then heard the Fatherâs voice
A simple, silent challenge that could reset your whole week
âïž Weekly Challenge:
Take 10 minutes this week with no noise, no phone, no distractions.
Ask God,
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Welcome to Episode 1 of Father Like the Father â a weekly series from Fatherhood Unscripted.Today, Alec shares a powerful reminder for every dad who feels like heâs falling short: your presence matters more than your perfection.God doesnât expect flawlessâHe wants faithful. This 5-minute challenge will reframe the way you see your role as a father.đ Scripture:Deuteronomy 6:6â7âThese commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.ââïž Weekly Challenge:Look your child in the eyes this week and say,âI thank God for making me your dad. Youâre a gift I donât take lightly.âđ± Join the Brotherhood:Donât father alone. Weâve built a free, private space for dads to grow in faith, leadership, and brotherhood.đ https://www.facebook.com/groups/282732511309028/
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In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec and DJ are joined by Devon and Justin from the Imperfect Dads podcast for a raw, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation on modern fatherhood.We cover it allâfrom navigating parenting struggles and planning for the future (yes, weâre talking vasectomies) to chasing kids through summer chaos and laughing through the mess. We also dive into the story behind the Imperfect Dads rebrand and why building a community of real, present dads matters more than ever.đ What You'll Hear:Real-life parenting stories from four dadsHow music, faith, and community shape fatherhoodRebranding and staying authentic as creatorsThe joy (and stress) of being present with our kids
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What if everything we believed about retirement was backwards?In this powerful conversation with CPA and father of four Truman Weston, we unpack the idea of Reverse Retirementâa reimagined life where dads work less when their kids need them most and prioritize presence over possessions.đ„ Truman shares:His wake-up moment walking the same late-night office stairs as his dadWhy society pushes dads toward burnoutThe True Income Equation: a holistic view of wealth including time, health, and relationshipsReal-life decisions like keeping an old van to buy freedom instead of statusHow to start optimizing your life for what really mattersânowIf you're a dad feeling the pressure to grind, this oneâs for you.
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This year has been absolutely insane. We finally sat downâjust the two of usâfor the first time in a long time to talk about how much Fatherhood Unscripted has grown, the incredible dads weâve connected with, and the future of this community. From powerful conversations about fatherhood, mental health, and parenting struggles to launching new projects that will impact dads everywhere, this journey has been nothing short of life-changing.
Weâre sharing behind-the-scenes stories, the highs and lows of running this podcast, and whatâs coming nextâbecause trust us, things are only getting crazier from here.
If you're a dad navigating fatherhood, mental health, and personal growth, this episode is for you. Share, Download, and let us know what topics you want to hear next!
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No success outside the home can make up for failure inside it.Today, we sit down with Justin Prince, entrepreneur, speaker, and best-selling author of Be The One, to talk about what it really means to lead your family well.
In this powerful conversation, Justin opens up about:
How to create positive expectancy in your home
What it means to truly "be the one" in your family line
How to replace entitlement with ownershipThe E + R = O formula that can shift your life
The importance of enlisting your kids in your vision
What meekness and strength actually look like as a father
Why rewards are greater than goals when leading your family
This episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to break the cycles that have held your family back and step fully into the role of dad, leader, and legacy builder.
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In this powerful episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we sit down with Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge, for one of the most raw and vulnerable conversations weâve ever had on fatherhood, marriage, masculinity, and the real battles men face.Larry opens up about the early struggles of becoming a father, feeling unprepared, facing anger, and the powerful lessons that came from nearly losing connection with his son. From overcoming a painful childhood to learning how to lead with emotional intelligence, Larry shares game-changing advice that every man needs to hear.Whether youâre a new dad, a struggling husband, or just trying to break generational cyclesâthis episode is a must-watch.đ„ Topics Covered:The truth about feeling like a failure as a dadWhy men donât ask for helpâand why they shouldThe 3 things every wife needs (and every man should know)Why validation is more powerful than adviceHow to be the father your kids will remember with pride
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Is your child really safe online? In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we sit down with Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, to talk about how technology is reshaping childhood â and how parents can fight back. From the dangers of early exposure to pornography to gaming addiction and digital trust, Chris brings powerful insights every parent needs to hear.đŻ Topics covered:Chrisâs powerful story and why he started Protect Young EyesHow early tech exposure affects brain developmentWhy boys and girls respond differently to online contentWhat every dad needs to know about gaming, pornography, and digital habitsHow to build digital trust and set tech boundaries in your homeParenting with empathy and presence in the digital age
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This week on Fatherhood Unscripted, we sit down with peak performance coach, dad of four, and founder of the Live Stellar Challenge, Dave Grange. In this powerful episode, Dave breaks down how fathers can lead their families with purpose by modeling resilience, creating a âchallenge cultureâ at home, and intentionally showing up for their kidsâeven on the hardest days.
We talk about:đ„ The 3-minute rule that transforms your connection with your kids
đŽââïž How family adventure builds confidence and character
đȘ The importance of self-care and structure for thriving dads
đ§ Affirmations vs. neutral thinking for kids
đïž Creating a challenge culture that fuels growth instead of comfortWhether you're a new dad or in the thick of raising older kids, this episode will inspire and equip you to live stoked, live engaged, and live stellar.
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In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we chat with Jimmy Rex â a man whoâs built a life on purpose, faith, and the grit that comes from embracing challenges. As a successful real estate mogul and host of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy shares his journey of becoming a man who matters, navigating fatherhood, and the power of real conversations.
đ§ Topics we cover:
Living intentionally and building a meaningful life
Embracing the struggles that shape us
The role of fatherhood in defining success
Creating a legacy that lasts
Finding purpose beyond career and wealth
đȘ Whether you're seeking growth, guidance, or just want to hear some real talk, this episode is for you.
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In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, Alec and DJ sit down with Adam Braudâpersonal trainer, functional nutritionist, and former pastorâto talk about faith, fitness, and fatherhood. Adam shares his journey from ministry to helping people stay physically and spiritually strong. We discuss raising kids, prioritizing health, and balancing it all as dads.
đŹ Topics We Cover:
Adamâs journey from ministry to fitness coaching
The importance of health for dads
Funny parenting moments
How faith shapes fatherhood
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Men's mental health is a conversation that needs to happen more often. In this episode of Fatherhood Unscripted, we sit down with Joe Tuia'ana of the I Love You Bro Project to discuss the challenges men face with self-worth, emotional expression, and societal pressures.Joe shares his experience leading support groups, the importance of creating safe spaces for men, and why fathers need to model vulnerability for their children. If you're a dadâor just a man trying to navigate lifeâthis episode is for you.đą Join the conversation in the comments! How do you create space for emotional well-being in your life?Follow I LOVE YOU BRO PROJECT - https://www.instagram.com/iloveyoubroproject/Start your own podcast: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=Fatherhoodunscripted
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We sit down with Anthony Trucksâformer NFL player, three-time American Ninja Warrior, motivational speaker, and most importantly, a dad. We dive deep into fatherhood, legacy, raising strong kids, and the lessons heâs learned along the way. Anthony shares powerful insights on being present as a father, teaching kids responsibility, and leading by exampleâeven when it's tough.đŹ Topics We Cover:âïž Teaching kids resilience & responsibilityâïž How fatherhood shapes your legacyâïž The reality of being a present dadâïž The importance of characterâbehind closed doors & in front of the worldâïž How Anthonyâs own childhood shaped his parenting styleđ„ This episode is packed with wisdom, real talk, and practical advice for every dad out there.đ Subscribe for more dad conversations & hit the bell to stay updated!
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This week, it's just Alec and DJ on Fatherhood Unscripted, diving into the biggest dad mythsâthings weâve all heard but arenât actually true. From the âclueless dadâ stereotype to the idea that dads canât be nurturing, weâre breaking it all down. Plus, we share some life updates, dad wins, and the struggles weâre facing right now.
đ Whatâs the biggest dad myth youâve heard? Drop it in the comments!
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