35KaDay

Michael-David

35KaDay is a podcast for men who are rebuilding their identity, purpose, confidence, and relationships one decision at a time. Rooted in neuroscience, faith, personal growth, and real-life experience, this show helps you understand the 35,000 choices you make every day, and how those choices shape your mental health, your relationships, your fatherhood, your leadership, your healing, and the future you’re building. Hosted by Michael-David Reilly, a father, life coach, and entrepreneur who rebuilt his life after trauma, divorce, identity loss, and starting over, this podcast gives men the tools to break patterns, regulate their emotions, communicate with clarity, build emotional resilience, and create a life aligned with who they were meant to become. Every episode blends tactical neuroscience, emotional intelligence, faith, and practical frameworks you can use immediately; no fluff, no surface-level motivation. Just real conversations about becoming a better man, partner, father, leader, and human being. You’ll also hear powerful sit-down interviews with professional athletes, mental health experts, high performers, celebrities, and people with extraordinary stories of endurance, grit, identity shifts, and healing. Together, we explore how choice, tthe greatest power you have, becomes the engine for lasting transformation. If you’re a man navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship conflict, fatherhood challenges, identity shifts, self-doubt, or the pressure to hold it all together … this podcast will help you feel seen, grounded, and equipped. This is the podcast that helps you rebuild your mind, strengthen your purpose, deepen your relationships, and create a life you’re proud of, one decision at a time.

  1. REBUILT | EP033 | The Labels Your Kids Carry & the Ones You Still Believe

    3D AGO

    REBUILT | EP033 | The Labels Your Kids Carry & the Ones You Still Believe

    In this powerful episode of REBUILT, Michael-David dives into the invisible labels that shape how our kids see themselves, and the ones many dads are still carrying in silence. After witnessing a moving example of a young girl labeled as “unwanted,” “unlovable,” and “not enough,” Michael-David reflects on the impact of a parent’s presence and voice, and how quickly those labels began to fall off when truth was spoken over her. It raises a deeper question for fathers: If we fight so hard to remove labels from our kids … why do we accept them on ourselves? This episode explores the emotional and psychological reality that both children and men face in today’s world, where identity is often shaped by comparison, pressure, and external validation. You’ll hear: The most common limiting beliefs kids carry in today’s culture How social pressure and comparison impact your child’s identity The power of a father’s words in shaping confidence and self-worth Why children build identity from what they hear and what they see The hidden labels men and dads carry about themselves How shame and “not enough” thinking affects your leadership as a father How to replace those labels with truth, consistency, and presence Michael-David also shares personal insight into how he speaks life over his children reminding them they are loved, valued, and enough regardless of performance or outcomes. This episode blends fatherhood, mindset, and faith, offering a grounded and honest look at what it means to lead your family with clarity and identity. Scripture referenced: Proverbs 18:21 — the power of the tongue Genesis 1:27 — created in God’s image Romans 12:2 — renewing your mind Psalm 139:14 — fearfully and wonderfully made If you’re a dad trying to raise confident, grounded kids while also wrestling with your own identity, this episode will remind you: The world may place labels … But your voice as dad decides what stays.

    28 min

  2. APR 29

    REBUILT | EP032 | The Kind of Brotherhood Every Man Is Searching For

    In this episode of REBUILT, Michael-David shares a powerful reflection on brotherhood, connection, and what it truly means to show up as a man for other men. After attending a high-level leadership summit surrounded by CEOs, founders, and high-performing leaders, a simple but meaningful moment stood out, a genuine, brotherly embrace from another man who didn’t need anything … but simply saw him. That moment sparked a deeper realization: Most men walk into rooms asking, “What can I get?” But real brotherhood is built by asking, “What can I give?” as well as allowing your friend to show up for you too making it a two-way street. This episode explores the difference between transactional relationships and true connection, and why so many men, regardless of success, influence, or status, still feel alone. Michael-David also shares: Why powerful and successful men often lack genuine friendships How to build real brotherhood without needing anything in return The importance of being the man who gives, not takes What it means to truly see another man for who he is Why some friendships feel deeper than others — even without explanation The role of shared struggle, loyalty, and presence in male relationships How childhood experiences shape the way men connect as adults This episode also reflects on the kind of friendships many men long for — the kind where, if you had known each other growing up, you would have stood side by side, ridden the same bus, and built life together from the beginning. Because at the core, brotherhood isn’t built through status or success. It’s built through presence, loyalty, and being seen. Scripture referenced: Proverbs 27:17 — iron sharpens iron Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 — two are better than one John 15:13 — laying down your life for your friends If you’ve ever felt like something is missing in your friendships, or you’re searching for deeper connection with other men, this episode will remind you: Brotherhood isn’t about what you can get. It’s about who you’re willing to be.

    28 min
  3. REBUILT | EP031 | To the Dad Who's Feeling Distance From His Kids & What It May Mean

    APR 26

    REBUILT | EP031 | To the Dad Who's Feeling Distance From His Kids & What It May Mean

    In this episode of REBUILT, Michael-David speaks directly to dads who feel like their kids are pulling away and/or feeling a change in their relationship. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Did I do something wrong?”… well, you’re not alone. After seeing a post from a father struggling with his 13-year-old daughter becoming more distant, Michael-David shares his own experience navigating these transitions with his kids and the powerful truth most dads aren’t told: Your kids aren’t pulling away. They’re becoming who they’re meant to be. This episode breaks down the different stages of childhood and adolescence — from early attachment to teenage independence — and what kids actually need from their dad at each phase. 0 - 5 years, 6 - 10 years, 11 - 14 years, 15 - 18 years, 18 - 25 years of age. You’ll learn: Why kids naturally create distance during certain ages What’s happening emotionally and psychologically in teenage daughters How to stay connected to your kids without pressuring them The difference between losing connection and allowing growth Why your presence still matters even when interactions change How to guide your kids with patience instead of control Michael-David also shares practical ways he stays connected with his children from simple affirmations to consistent reminders of love — so they always know they are seen, valued, and supported. Scripture referenced: Proverbs 22:6 — training vs controlling Ephesians 6:4 — leading without provoking 1 Corinthians 13:7 — love that remains steady This episode is for fathers who want to lead their kids well, stay grounded through changing seasons, and understand what their children truly need as they grow. Because your role as a dad doesn’t change. Your approach does.

    43 min

  4. APR 24

    REBUILT | EP030 | To Any Dad Wondering If He's Enough - This One's For You

    In this episode of REBUILT, Michael-David shares a deeply personal reflection on fatherhood, patience, and the quiet ways children are shaped - not by what we say, but by what they see. After witnessing his daughter confidently share her testimony at church, and his young son stand up for the first time to sing and raise his hands simply by watching his sister, a powerful truth became clear: Kids don’t become who we tell them to be. They become who they watch. But this episode goes deeper. Michael-David opens up about his journey as a father - including the pride and gratitude he feels watching his oldest son walk his own path, a path shaped by years of steady presence, guidance, and example. It’s a reminder that the seeds we plant as dads often take time to reveal themselves … but they do take root. He also shares a meaningful message from a close friend - words that came at exactly the right time - reminding us that God often uses other men to speak into our lives, to encourage us, and to help us stay grounded when we need it most. If you’re a dad who has ever questioned whether you’re doing enough, this episode will remind you: Your presence matters more than your perfection. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why children model behavior more than they follow instruction How patience shapes your child’s long-term identity The difference between guiding your kids and pressuring them Why your presence matters more than success, money, or status How your influence as a father shows up years later in your children The importance of brotherhood and having men speak truth into your life How God uses relationships to guide, strengthen, and encourage men Scripture referenced: Proverbs 22:6 — training vs controlling 1 Corinthians 11:1 — modeling behavior Galatians 6:9 — patience and long-term impact This is a conversation for fathers who want to lead their families well, stay grounded in who they are, and trust that what they’re building in their kids matters — even when they can’t see it yet. Because your kids are watching. And what they see in you… becomes part of who they are.

    45 min

  5. FEB 13

    REBUILT | EP029 | The Guilt Divorced Dads Don't Talk About

    In this deeply personal episode of REBUILT, Michael-David opens up about the guilt many divorced fathers quietly carry. If you’ve ever driven to pick up your kids and wondered, “Am I enough?”… this conversation is for you. From the weight of custody transitions to the fear of being blamed for a broken home, this episode explores the emotional reality many dads don’t talk about. Michael-David shares his own struggle with guilt, grief, and the pressure to “get it right” — and the powerful realization that divorce may have changed the structure of home, but it did not break the bond. Inside this episode: The hidden guilt divorced fathers carry Why your kids’ behavior is communication, not rejection How children borrow their father’s nervous system The difference between structure and attachment Why you may not have broken what you think you broke Returning to sync with your children This is not an instructional episode. It’s a conversation for fathers who love deeply, carry shame quietly, and want to show up grounded and present. Your kids don’t need perfect. They need dad. If this episode resonates, share it with another father who may need to hear that he’s not alone.

    36 min

  6. FEB 5

    35K | 1on1 | The Leadership Habits That Are Slowly Breaking Your Culture | w/ Global Leadership Coach Liz Townsend

    In this one-on-one conversation, I sit down with Liz Townsend, a senior partner at a global management consulting firm, Gallup-certified strengths coach, former VP of 24 Hour Fitness, former COO of MyFitFoods, and current board member of Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas. Liz has spent decades inside high-growth, high-pressure organizations, from small teams to billion-dollar brands helping leaders navigate the real challenges that don’t show up on spreadsheets: mindset, communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, cultural drift, and the personal cost of leadership. In this episode, we talk honestly about: Why company culture breaks long before the numbers do The leadership habits that quietly stall growth in small businesses How self-awareness and strengths-based leadership change the way teams perform The difference between managing people and actually leading them What strong leaders do differently when conflict shows up Why personal growth is not optional if you want to scale a business This conversation is for entrepreneurs, small business owners, executives, and team leaders who want to grow without burning out their people or themselves. It’s practical, grounded, and rooted in real-world experience, not theory. If you’re building something meaningful and feel the weight of leadership, this episode will help you gain clarity, reduce friction, and lead with more confidence and intention.

    1h 58m

  7. FEB 4

    REBUILT | EP028 | The Eye Opening Chat Between 2 Men Over Coffee

    Most men are carrying more than they ever say out loud. Pressure to provide. Expectations to stay strong. Questions they don’t feel safe asking. Doubts they keep buried because they learned early that honesty can cost you respect. In this episode of REBUILT, we talk about something simple — and quietly life-changing: what happens when men finally talk. Not therapy. Not fixing. Not unloading everything at once. Just two men sitting down and realizing how similar their stories really are. We explore why so many men feel alone even when they’re surrounded by people, how silence became a survival strategy, and why isolation feels safe — but slowly weighs us down. You’ll hear why saying something out loud, even once, can shift your nervous system, calm the mental spiral, and remind you that nothing is “wrong” with you. This episode isn’t about weakness. It’s about relief. Perspective. And realizing you were never meant to carry everything by yourself. If you’ve ever thought, “I thought it was just me,” this conversation is for you.

    20 min

  8. JAN 30

    REBUILT | EP027 | How to be the Dad Your Kids Feel Safe With

    If you’ve ever wondered, “Is it too late to be the dad my kids need?” this episode is for you. So many men carry quiet regret about their parenting. Missed games. Short tempers. Long work hours. Seasons where survival mode took over and presence slipped. And most dads assume the window closed … that the past defines the relationship forever. It doesn’t. In this episode of REBUILT, we talk honestly about what actually matters now not what you wish you’d done differently then. This isn’t about shame or perfection. It’s about understanding how kids (at every age) experience safety, repair, and connection and how dads can lead with strength, humility, and presence moving forward. You’ll hear: Why worrying about being “enough” is often a sign you’re already a good dad How to rebuild trust and connection without reliving or defending the past What kids actually need from their dad emotionally (and why it’s never too late) Simple language dads can use with children, teens, or adult kids to open safe conversations How God’s heart as a Father reframes our fear of getting it wrong This episode is especially for dads who feel caught in the middle between how they were raised and the dad they’re trying to become. Between wanting to lead with strength and fearing they’ve already failed. Brother, nothing about this makes you a bad dad. The fact that you care means something is still very much alive here. This conversation is about repair over regret. Presence over perfection. And becoming the steady, grounded father your kids can feel ... starting now.

    25 min
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35KaDay is a podcast for men who are rebuilding their identity, purpose, confidence, and relationships one decision at a time. Rooted in neuroscience, faith, personal growth, and real-life experience, this show helps you understand the 35,000 choices you make every day, and how those choices shape your mental health, your relationships, your fatherhood, your leadership, your healing, and the future you’re building. Hosted by Michael-David Reilly, a father, life coach, and entrepreneur who rebuilt his life after trauma, divorce, identity loss, and starting over, this podcast gives men the tools to break patterns, regulate their emotions, communicate with clarity, build emotional resilience, and create a life aligned with who they were meant to become. Every episode blends tactical neuroscience, emotional intelligence, faith, and practical frameworks you can use immediately; no fluff, no surface-level motivation. Just real conversations about becoming a better man, partner, father, leader, and human being. You’ll also hear powerful sit-down interviews with professional athletes, mental health experts, high performers, celebrities, and people with extraordinary stories of endurance, grit, identity shifts, and healing. Together, we explore how choice, tthe greatest power you have, becomes the engine for lasting transformation. If you’re a man navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship conflict, fatherhood challenges, identity shifts, self-doubt, or the pressure to hold it all together … this podcast will help you feel seen, grounded, and equipped. This is the podcast that helps you rebuild your mind, strengthen your purpose, deepen your relationships, and create a life you’re proud of, one decision at a time.

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  • Creator
    Michael-David
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    35KaDay