DAD Talks JT Zahradnik

"There is more to 'time heals...'"

On this episode of DADtalks, Daniel Novak joins the show to share his story and insights from being a dad.

We discuss

-Daniel's childhood as a pastor's kid

-His career as a firefighter

-Dealing with the loss of their son

Make sure to listen to the end for bonus content!

"How can I make an impact like my dad did." -Caleb Mann

On this episode of DADtalks, Caleb Mann joins the show to share his story and insights from being a new dad.

In this episode:

-Caleb shares what he has learned as a new dad

-Building community through Pinball competitions

-The amazing legacy of his dad and how it impacts Caleb now as a dad

"If it (suffering) is avoidable, the meaningful thing to do is remove its cause...If, on the other hand, one cannot change a situation that causes his suffering, he can still choose his attitude." -Viktor E. Frankl

We can't always control what happens to us but we can control how we will respond.

"I wasn’t getting to their heart because I hadn’t logged enough quality time to earn the collateral to discipline." -Jamie Hopkins

On this episode of DADtalks, Jamie Hopkins joins the show to share his story and insights from raising 3 kids to entering the next stage of being a grandpa.

In this episode:

-Jamie shares his struggles of being a dad at 18 which included losing their first child to SIDS

-Working to improve as a husband and dad continually

-Life lessons from his love of drumming

S4 #006

On this episode of DADtalks, I interview Drew Burkamper. I brought Drew on to talk about fostering kids and the story behind "One More Arrow." We also discuss the need for dads to be in community with other dads and what the numbers on your toaster mean.

S4 #005

"Whatever standard you set for them, they will follow."

On this episode of DADtalks, I am joined by Nick Martin. As you listen you will begin to pick up on the theme of intentionality as we talk about how to be intentional with your spouse, kids, and in life.