35KaDay

Michael-David
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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.

  1. 3d ago

    REBUILT | EP037 | What Kids Remember Most About Their Dad (It's Not What You Think)

    What do children actually remember about their dad? Is it the vacations? The birthday gifts? The house? The money? The achievements? Or is it something much deeper? In this deeply personal episode of REBUILT, Michael-David shares an ordinary weekend that unexpectedly became one of the most meaningful moments of his life. As his daughter prepared to leave for college, her lifelong best friend stopped by to say goodbye, her mom came over with medicine while Michael-David made soup, and the three of them stood together in a kitchen that had quietly become a place of peace after twenty years of intentional co-parenting. Looking around that room, he realized something profound. The greatest victories in fatherhood are rarely the loud ones. They're the quiet decisions your children may never know you made. This episode explores: • What children truly remember about their father • Why emotional safety matters more than perfection • The neuroscience of creating a secure home for your children • How healthy co-parenting shapes a child's identity long after divorce • Why kids need consistency more than a perfect childhood • The hidden legacy fathers build through ordinary moments • Why your children should never have to earn your love • The difference between winning an argument and protecting your child's future Michael-David also shares how his own parents' story shaped his commitment to raising children who never had to choose between mom and dad, and why becoming the father your children trust is more important than becoming the father who is always right. Throughout this conversation, you'll hear practical insights on fatherhood, attachment, emotional resilience, forgiveness, and legacy, all woven together with timeless biblical encouragement from Isaiah 41 and the reminder that God often calls fathers to become a safe place long before they realize the impact they're having. If you're a father, stepfather, grandfather, divorced dad, or simply a man who wants to build stronger relationships with the people he loves most, this episode will remind you that your greatest legacy isn't found in what you buy your children. It's found in how safe they felt when they were with you. If this episode encouraged you, share it with another dad. You never know how one conversation can change a family for generations.

    REBUILT | EP037 | What Kids Remember Most About Their Dad (It's Not What You Think)

  2. Jul 30

    REBUILT | EP036 | Why Your Mistakes Don't Disqualify You as a Dad

    Can a father who has made mistakes still have the right to give his children advice? It's a question many dads quietly wrestle with. When you've experienced divorce, financial struggles, failed relationships, regret, or seasons where you simply weren't the man you wanted to be, it's easy to wonder whether you're being hypocritical by encouraging your children to make better choices than you did. In this deeply personal episode of REBUILT, Michael-David explores the hidden shame that keeps many men silent and the powerful truth that wisdom isn't earned through perfection, it's forged through failure, humility, and growth. Drawing from his own life, including conversations with his daughter, lessons learned through three marriages, athletics, music, leadership, coaching thousands of business owners and men, and his own journey of rebuilding after failure, Michael-David shares why your past doesn't disqualify your voice. It may actually be the very reason someone needs to hear it. Together, we'll explore: • Why so many fathers struggle with imposter syndrome when giving advice to their children. • How shame quietly convinces good men to stay silent. • Why your greatest failures often become your greatest source of wisdom. • The surprising connection between mistakes, growth, and emotional resilience. • Why God repeatedly chooses imperfect people throughout Scripture to encourage and lead others. • How helping someone else often becomes part of God healing you. We'll also look at Romans 8, 2 Corinthians 1, and Isaiah 41 through a practical, conversational lens, discovering how God's grace transforms regret into purpose and our wounds into opportunities to encourage others. If you've ever wondered whether your past mistakes have disqualified you as a father, husband, leader, or man, this conversation is for you. REBUILT is a podcast series for men seeking purpose, faith, emotional resilience, stronger relationships, healthier fatherhood, authentic brotherhood, and practical encouragement through honest conversations about life. If this episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with another man, and leaving a review. You never know whose life might change because you chose to pass hope forward.

    REBUILT | EP036 | Why Your Mistakes Don't Disqualify You as a Dad

  3. Jun 14

    REBUILT | EP035 | The Weight Men Carry Only Other Men & God Understand

    There are seasons in a man's life when nothing is technically falling apart... but something still feels heavy. You're still showing up. Still going to work. Still paying bills. Still taking care of your family. Still carrying responsibilities. But beneath the surface, you're wrestling with questions you can't quite explain. In this deeply personal episode of REBUILT, Michael-David opens up about the financial pressures, emotional weight, changing seasons of fatherhood, questions of purpose, and the quiet struggles many men carry but rarely talk about. This isn't some motivational speech or lecture on "7 ways to ...". It's an honest conversation between two men, you and MD, sitting across from each other, talking about what it means to feel lost without being broken, tired without giving up, and uncertain while still moving forward. Michael-David shares insights from coaching men through major life transitions, explores why so many men struggle to sit with their emotions, and discusses how growth often comes through understanding rather than avoidance. MD openly talks about: • Why many men, even himself, can feel overwhelmed but struggle to explain it • The difference between being stuck and being in a season of processing • How financial stress, fatherhood, responsibility, and identity affect men's mental health • Why emotional awareness is a strength, not a weakness • The hidden reason many men isolate when they're struggling • How God often answers our prayers through people and brotherhood • Why sitting with your emotions may be the key to moving forward • How to keep taking the next step when you don't have all the answers This episode also explores Biblical encouragement through Daniel in the lion's den and Isaiah 41, reminding us that God's presence is often found in the middle of the struggle, not just after it. If you're carrying more than you let people see, this conversation is for you. Because sometimes the strongest thing a man can do is tell the truth about where he is. REBUILT exists to meet men where they are while helping them move toward who they were created to become. Scripture Referenced: • Isaiah 41:10-13 • Daniel 6 • Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 If this episode resonates with you, share it with another man who may need the reminder that he doesn't have to carry life alone.

    REBUILT | EP035 | The Weight Men Carry Only Other Men & God Understand

  4. May 19

    REBUILT | EP034 | Why Graduation Hits Dads So Hard | Fatherhood, Grief, Pride & Letting Go

    Why does graduation hit dads so hard? In this episode of 35KaDay / REBUILT, I open up about what it feels like to watch my daughter Kiera graduate high school and step into adulthood. It’s one of the proudest moments of my life, but it’s also brought a kind of grief I didn’t expect. Not grief because something bad is happening. Grief because something beautiful mattered deeply. For a lot of fathers, graduation season brings up emotions we don’t always know how to explain. Pride, sadness, gratitude, fear, joy, identity, purpose, and the quiet question underneath it all: “What’s my role now?” This episode is for the dads who are walking past their child’s room, hearing their laugh downstairs, remembering the school mornings, the late-night talks, the notes, the practices, the prayers, and realizing those ordinary moments were never ordinary at all. We talk about fatherhood, letting go, emotional resilience, faith, legacy, and the sacred transition of watching your child become who they were created to be. Because your purpose as a father isn’t disappearing. It’s evolving. And maybe graduation isn’t proof that you’re losing your child. Maybe it’s proof that your impact is becoming visible. In this episode, we cover: Why graduation season can feel so emotional for dads The hidden grief fathers carry when their children grow up How fatherhood changes when your child steps into adulthood Why your role as a dad is evolving, not ending The emotional identity shift many men don’t talk about Faith, legacy, and the sacred work of raising children Why ordinary moments become the memories that matter most How to see graduation as harvest season, not loss If this episode resonates with you, share it with another dad who may be quietly carrying the same thing. There are a lot of men feeling this right now who just don’t have words for it yet.

    REBUILT | EP034 | Why Graduation Hits Dads So Hard | Fatherhood, Grief, Pride & Letting Go

  5. May 4

    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.

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

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

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

  8. 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.

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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
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    35KaDay