Modern Husbands Podcast

Modern Husbands
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Winning ideas from experts to manage money and the home as a team. #Money #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #Family This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. Podcast guests do not represent Modern Husbands, and the views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.

  1. 6d ago

    Lessons Learned as a New Father: A Conversation with Christian Sherrill

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. For today’s episode, Dr. Ross and I discuss with Christian his experiences and lessons learned during his first year as a father. Listeners will walk away with the real and fresh wisdom to help new and expectant fathers. As a recent empty nester, what Christian shared warmed my heart and made for a better day. A new or expectant father or not, you will enjoy this episode. Show Notes 00:00 Introduction 01:46 You recently became a dad. What has surprised you the most about fatherhood so far? 04:39 What has been the biggest adjustment mentally, emotionally, or physically since becoming a parent? 10:34 What’s been your favorite part of becoming a dad so far? 12:24 How has becoming parents changed the dynamic between you and your wife? 14:51 What conversations do you now realize couples should have before having children? 18:25 What are some small things husbands can do during the newborn stage that make a huge difference for their partner? 22:28 What’s one thing you wish more men understood about supporting their wives after childbirth? 27:25 What kind of father do you hope your child describes you as someday? 28:20 Were there any past Modern Husbands Podcast episodes that unexpectedly helped prepare you for fatherhood? 30:32 What’s one message you want new or expecting fathers listening to this episode to hear? #fatherhood #parenting Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  2. Jul 14

    Financial Planning for Blended Families: A Conversation with Dr. Mikel Van Cleve, MBA, CFP®, FBS®, CEBS

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as a Certified Financial Therapist, Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com. Today we welcome Dr. Mikel Van Cleve. Mikel earned his Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning at Texas Tech University, where he specialized in blended family financial dynamics. His research deepens our understanding of how complex family structures, particularly blended families, achieve financial well-being. In this episode, we unpack why estate planning is especially critical for blended families, the emotional conversations couples often avoid and offer practical advice for navigating fairness, conflict, and long-term financial decisions as a family. Enjoy the show. Show Notes 00:00 Introduction 01:47 Can you share a little bit about your Ph.D. focus with our listeners? 02:53 Where does your passion for this topic come from? 06:18 Why is estate planning so important for blended families? 09:22 What happens if they don’t set things up the right way? 19:39 What tips would you give blended families to ensure they address this critical area of financial planning and do it the right way?  24:46 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave our listeners with? #BlendedFamilies #EstatePlanning #FamilyFinance #ModernHusbands #FinancialPlanning https://mikelvancleve.com Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  3. Jul 7

    From Fair Play to Equal Partnership: How Men Can Reduce the Mental Load and Support Their Partner's Career

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. Today’s episode is part two of a two part episode on Empowering Men to Partner or Lead at Home. Today’s guests are Eve Rodsky, Dr. Kate Mangino, and Dr. Allison Daminger. Dr. Kate Mangino is the author of Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home, a field guide to evolving masculinity and domestic partnership.  Eve Rodsky is the author of Fair Play and creator of the viral Fair Play system, a revolutionary method for dividing household responsibilities with clarity and fairness.  Dr. Allison Daminger is a sociologist at the University of Wisconsin and author of What’s On Her Mind, which dives deep into cognitive labor—the planning, tracking, and decision-making that often goes unseen.  Enjoy part two of our special two part series. We will pick up where we left off. Enjoy the episode. 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Can you share some of your favorite success stories of couples using the Fair Play method and men, in particular, experiencing a boost in their own happiness and relationship satisfaction? 07:05 What are some subtle ways men have shifted from delegating to initiating mental labor in a home? 13:50 What do you say to skeptics who think "this work should just come naturally"? 17:08 What are the bumps in the road that men often experience employing the Fair Play method, and how do they work through them with their partners? 23:31 What cognitive labor traps do you see highly educated or dual-career couples falling into, and how can they work through them? 28:41 How can we prevent the motherhood penalty from occurring in our relationships? #ModernHusbands #FairPlayMethod #EqualPartners #MentalLoad #MarriagePodcast Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  4. Jun 30

    How Men Can Share the Mental Load: Fair Play, Cognitive Labor, and Leading at Home

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. Today’s episode is part one of a two part episode on Empowering Men to Partner or Lead at Home. Today’s guests are Eve Rodsky, Dr. Kate Mangino, and Dr. Allison Daminger. Dr. Kate Mangino is the author of Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home, a field guide to evolving masculinity and domestic partnership. Eve Rodsky is the author of Fair Play and creator of the viral Fair Play system, a revolutionary method for dividing household responsibilities with clarity and fairness. Dr. Allison Daminger is a sociologist at the University of Wisconsin and author of What’s On Her Mind, which dives deep into cognitive labor—the planning, tracking, and decision-making that often goes unseen.  Enjoy part one of our special two part series. 00:00 Introduction 01:08 What does it mean for a man to lead at home?  What does it mean for men to lead at home today, and why can labeling it as women’s work be such a toxic label? 07:55 For those who are unfamiliar, can you describe the Fair Play system? 17:39 Your book explores the thinking work that drives a household. What examples can you share of men who shoulder an equitable or lion’s share of this type of labor, and what has allowed them to break the norm? 23:43 Can you share an example from Equal Partners of a man redefining provide in a powerful way? #ModernHusbands #FairPlayMethod #EqualPartners #MentalLoad #MarriagePodcast Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  5. Jun 23

    Lessons Learned as a New Husband: A Conversation with Dr. Bruce Ross

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. For today’s episode, Christian and I discuss with Dr. Ross his experiences and lessons learned during his first year as a husband. Listeners will walk away with the real and fresh wisdom to help new and soon to be husbands. Dr. Ross is one of the leading academics in this area, and his insights are an excellent balance between lessons learned from science, and from his first hand experiences. A new or soon to be husband or not, you will enjoy this episode. Show Notes 00:00 Introduction 01:35 Tell us about your wedding and the research behind divorce and wedding costs 07:43 What has been the biggest adjustment in day-to-day life since getting married? 10:34 What has been your favorite part of married life so far? 11:48 What household systems or routines have helped your relationship function well? 15:21 What does being a supportive partner actually look like in everyday life? 18:12 How do you and your wife stay connected when life gets busy? 26:04 What relationship skill do you think deserves far more attention than it gets? #relationships #marriages  Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  6. Jun 16

    Parenting Myths Making Couples Miserable—and How To Fix It. A Conversation with Dr. Sheehan Fisher

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as an Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com. Today’s guest is Dr. Sheehan Fisher, an Associate Professor at Northwestern University, with a research  specialization in understanding mothers and fathers unique contributions to the family and child health. In our conversation, Dr. Fisher discusses the dynamics of parenting, particularly focusing on the roles of fathers and the societal pressures faced by mothers. The discussion also highlights strategies for teamwork in parenting and how to navigate life transitions while maintaining relationship satisfaction. Enjoy the show. Show Notes 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Can you share a bit about your family? 02:03 As a dad yourself, how has your personal experience influenced your professional focus?  06:41 What do you want fathers to understand about a privilege they have as being a father, and how are women judged upon?  10:11 What strategies help fathers manage stress while balancing work, parenting, and personal wellbeing?  11:44 What role does self-care play in effective parenting and partnership? 12:51 What’s one evidence-based practice you’d recommend for couples who feel overwhelmed by daily life stressors? 16:27 What have you learned about how the mental load and household responsibilities affect relationship satisfaction? 18:07 How can parents communicate about non-visible labor (like emotional or planning work)? 23:55 What tools or frameworks do you recommend for parents to strengthen teamwork during challenging life transitions? 26:00 How can parents check in with each other emotionally without turning it into a confrontation? 27:11 What can parents do today to ensure both individuals feel equally supported, seen, and heard? 29:08 Where can our listeners learn more about you?  30:05 If you had to give one piece of advice to every parent listening about shared responsibility and partnership, what would it be? Dr. Sheehan David Fisher https://www.sheehanfisher.com/  Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  7. Jun 9

    What It Means to Be a Man Today: Breadwinning, Emotional Labor, and Equal Partnership

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. Today is part two of a two part series on money, masculinity, and equity at home. For today’s episode we will pick up where we left off in our conversation with Will and Ellie Windle.  As a reminder, Will Windle is an MMA fighter and EMT and Ellie Windle Founder and Chairperson of Persist. They have busted through the gender norms that can suffocate the space they both need to grow in their careers and work as teammates to manage their home and be parents. They share practical advice for couples navigating economic realities, emotional labor, and parenting together. Enjoy the show. 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Will, what would you say to men who want to step up at home but feel unsure, unprepared, or like they’re breaking from how they were raised? 4:43 Ellie, many women feel exhausted and hopeless about imbalance. What message of realistic hope would you want them to hear from your story? 8:07 Ellie, where can listeners learn more about Persist and how to rethink mental load as a couple? 14:58 Will, what is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave men with? 19:48 Ellie, what is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave men with? Persist Free Careload Assessment: https://www.timeforpersist.com/free-careload-assessment  #masculinity #relationships  Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

  8. Jun 2

    Modern Masculinity and the Provider Role: How Couples Share Money, Parenting, and the Mental Load

    Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team. Today is part one of a two part series on money, masculinity, and equity at home. For today’s episode we welcome Will and Ellie Windle.  Will Windle is an MMA fighter and EMT. Ellie Windle is the Founder and Chairperson of Persist. Together, they have busted through the gender norms that can suffocate the space they both need to grow in their careers and work as teammates to manage their home and be parents.  For today's episode, they share practical advice for couples navigating economic realities, emotional labor, and parenting together. Enjoy the show. 00:00 Introduction 01:38 Will, you’ve lived several “manly” archetypes—firefighter, EMT, MMA fighter, ski patrol, athlete. How did those experiences shape your early ideas about what it meant to be a man, a provider, and a partner? 05:27 Ellie, you said you sometimes fantasize about the Don Draper era because of the “freedom to perform.” What does that reveal about the pressure modern couples carry compared to past generations? 09:15 Will, you went from contributing 50 percent of the household income to 100 percent during Ellie’s startup years. What were the invisible pressures—financial or emotional—that came with being the sole earner for a period of time? 17:26 Ellie, what do you think women sometimes misunderstand about men who are truly trying to lean in at home? 27:05 Conclusion Persist Free Careload Assessment: https://www.timeforpersist.com/free-careload-assessment  #masculinity #partnership #relationships Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media! Newsletter Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Instagram Twitter TikTok Substack

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Winning ideas from experts to manage money and the home as a team. #Money #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #Family This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. Podcast guests do not represent Modern Husbands, and the views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.

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  • Creator
    Modern Husbands
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    132
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Modern Husbands Podcast
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