The Franchastic Podcast

Stephen and Caden Francis
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What do you get when you mix an ADHD dad with his ADHD son while they talk about faith, sports, leadership, life, and — hey look, a squirrel … wait, what were we saying again? Welcome to The Franchastic Podcast — a father-son podcast hosted by Stephen and Caden Francis, where sports, faith, family, leadership, and life collide with humor, heart, storytelling, and the occasional unnecessary tangent as we explore what it means to grow as athletes, leaders, sons, and followers of Christ. https://linktr.ee/franchasticpodcast

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Franchastic Podcast 1-3 : "Pressure"

    What does pressure really feel like? In Episode 3 of the Franchastic Podcast, Stephen and Caden dive into the topic of pressure from several different angles—from the biggest stages in sports to the everyday challenges of growing up. The conversation begins with a dramatic NBA Western Conference Game 7 and explores why the favorite often carries more pressure than the underdog. From there, Caden shares what it's been like transitioning into high school football, proving himself to new coaches and teammates, and preparing for his first-ever high school church camp in Colorado. Together, father and son discuss the expectations we place on ourselves, the expectations others place on us, and how pressure can either hold us back or help us grow. Along the way, they share stories from the football field, lessons learned through competition, and moments when the game seemed to slow down at exactly the right time. The discussion also turns toward faith as they reflect on Philippians 4:6-7 and consider how trust, perspective, and prayer can help us navigate anxiety and uncertainty. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, a student, or someone facing a season of change, this episode offers an honest conversation about fear, growth, expectations, and learning to move forward even when the pressure is on. Topics include:• NBA playoff pressure and underdog mentality• Transitioning from middle school to high school• Spring football workouts and personal goals• Church camp, independence, and new experiences• Faith and anxiety• Lessons learned through sports• Family, mentorship, and growing confidence Pressure will come. The question is: what will it reveal about you?

    39 min

  2. May 25

    Episode 1-2: More Than the Scoreboard

    In Episode 2 of The Franchastic Podcast, Stephen and Caden dive into what competition reveals about character, leadership, faith, and identity both on and off the field. From football camp stories and team chemistry to emotional discipline, bad calls, sportsmanship, and learning how to respond under pressure, this father-son conversation explores what it really means to be a good teammate. They also discuss:🏈 Why winning feels so important⚽ Keeping your cool during competition🎙️ Leadership and influence in sports🙏 Honoring Christ through athletics💪 Learning from losses and growing through mistakes🧠 Why “the second guy gets the flag” Featuring honest conversation, sports stories, humor, faith, and authentic father-son chemistry, Episode 2 continues Season One: Finding Our Voice. New episodes weekly. #Faith #SportsPodcast #ChristianPodcast #Football #Sportsmanship #Leadership #FatherSon #YouthSports #ChristianAthlete #Podcast

    33 min

  3. May 14

    Episode 1-1: The Pilot, "The Meaning of Being a Son"

    In the premiere episode of The Franchastic Podcast, Stephen and Caden share the origin stories behind the podcast, the meaning behind "The Franchise" nickname, and what it truly means to be a son. Through stories from sports, family life, and faith, this father-son podcast explores identity, legacy, leadership, and what it looks like to follow Christ in competitive environments both on and off the field. From a humorous Stuart Scott/Steve Francis story, to deeper conversations about fatherhood, brotherhood, and faith in athletics, Episode 1 sets the tone for what The Franchastic Podcast is all about: authentic conversations centered around faith, sports, family, and growth. Music: www.purple-planet.com

    40 min
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About

What do you get when you mix an ADHD dad with his ADHD son while they talk about faith, sports, leadership, life, and — hey look, a squirrel … wait, what were we saying again? Welcome to The Franchastic Podcast — a father-son podcast hosted by Stephen and Caden Francis, where sports, faith, family, leadership, and life collide with humor, heart, storytelling, and the occasional unnecessary tangent as we explore what it means to grow as athletes, leaders, sons, and followers of Christ. https://linktr.ee/franchasticpodcast

Information

  • Creator
    Stephen and Caden Francis
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Stephen and Caden Francis
  • Show Website
    The Franchastic Podcast