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Dad Up PodcastEp. 325 - When Fathers Lead | Jeff Hamilton and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 When Fathers Lead | Jeff Hamilton & Bryan Ward | Ep. 325👉 In this episode of the Dad Up Podcast, Bryan Ward sits down with Jeff Hamilton, pastor, championship coach, father, and founder of Dad Academy, to talk about what it truly means to lead as a man in today’s world.👉 Jeff shares powerful insights on faith-driven fatherhood, leadership in the home, raising resilient kids, and why the greatest championship a man can win is inside his own family.
2026-03-1538 minDad Up PodcastEp. 324 - Leading As A Father Without Losing Yourself | Kenyada Meadows and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Leading As A Father Without Losing Yourself | Kenyada Meadows & Bryan Ward | Ep. 324👉 In this episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I sit down with Kenya Meadows,👉 Kenyada Meadows believes the old model of dominance, control, and self-sacrifice is broken and it’s costing men their families, their health, and their humanity.👉 Kenyada is a financial services executive, governance expert, board member, and leadership coach with over 25 years leading audit, risk, and complianc...
2026-03-1540 minDad Up PodcastEp. 323 - Raising Kids Beyond The Scoreboard | Harvey Araton and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Raising Kids Beyond The Scoreboard | Harvey Araton & Bryan Ward | Ep. 323👉 In this episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I sit down with Harvey Araton, New York Times best-selling author, award-winning sports journalist, and co-producer of the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “When The Garden Was Eden.”👉 With over 25 years writing for The New York Times and ten powerful books behind him, Harvey brings unmatched insight to sports, life, and legacy.👉 Now, Harvey is speaking di...
2025-12-2842 minDad Up PodcastEp. 322 - The Mozy Story | Charlie Sherts and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 The Mozy Story | Charlie Sherts & Bryan Ward | Ep. 322👉 In this episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by Charlie Sherts, a seasoned medical device engineer and inventor with over 20 years of experience bringing innovative products to market.👉 But Charlie’s most meaningful invention didn’t start in a lab, it started on the sidelines of his kids’ outdoor sports games, watching his own mother shiver through cold, windy afternoons just to support her grandkids.
2025-12-2227 minDad Up PodcastEp. 321 - The Warrior’s Way | Thomas Blottenberger and Bryan Ward👉 What happens when you achieve everything you were told would make you happy and still feel empty?👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I sit down with Thomas Blottenberger, founder of The Risk Reward Agency, to unpack why so many outwardly successful men feel inwardly stuck, disconnected, and unfulfilled.👉 After a 15-year career as a financial advisor, Thomas realized something most men never slow down enough to confront: money doesn’t fix fractured marriages, unprocessed trauma, or a loss of identity. Success can hide the problem, but it can’...
2025-12-1444 minDad Up PodcastEp. 320 - The GOAT Series | Steve Clair and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 The GOAT Series | Steve Clair & Bryan Ward | Ep. 320👉 Today on the Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by a guy who embodies what it means to chase excellence in every arena of life. 👉 Steve Clair is a powerhouse real estate broker with nearly two decades of experience navigating two of the most competitive markets in the world, New York and Miami.👉 Known for his creative marketing and relentless drive, Steve has built a r...
2025-12-0839 minDad Up PodcastEp. 319 - 90% Of Men Are Metabolically Broken | Clifford Stephan and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 90% Of Men Are Metabolically Broken | Clifford Stephan & Bryan Ward | Ep. 319👉 Today’s guest is Clifford Stephan, Founder and Chief Vacation Officer of Booze Vacation, a movement helping men rethink their relationship with alcohol, reclaim their health, and unlock elite levels of energy and clarity.👉 By his mid-40s, Clifford realized his “normal” drinking habits were quietly steering him toward more doctors, more prescriptions, and a future of declining performance.👉 Instead of accepting me...
2025-12-0130 minDad Up PodcastEp. 318 - How Brain Health Shapes Parenting | Dr. Rebecca Jackson & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 How Brain Health Shapes Parenting | Dr. Rebecca Jackson & Bryan Ward | Ep. 318👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, host Bryan Ward sits down with Dr. Rebecca Jackson — a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist, Doctor of Chiropractic, author, speaker, and one of the leading experts in brain health and human performance.👉 With over 15 years of experience, more than 1,000 clients served, and her current role as Chief Program Officer for Brain Balance, Dr. Jackson brin...
2025-11-2439 minDad Up PodcastEp. 317 | Leading With Intention At Work & At Home | John Gafford and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Leading with Intention at Work and at Home | John Gafford & Bryan Ward | Ep. 317👉 In this inspiring episode of the Dad Up Podcast, host Bryan Ward sits down with John Gafford is a husband, father, speaker, entrepreneur, and author who’s on a mission help people build more income, more impact, and more intention into their lives.👉 From John’s early days on The Apprentice to building Simply Vegas into a powerhouse brokerage, he has always believed in...
2025-11-1731 minDad Up PodcastEp. 316 - Preparing Our Kids For A World We Can’t Yet See | Kepler Knott & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Preparing Our Kids for a World We Can’t Yet See | Kepler Knott & Bryan Ward | Ep. 316👉 In this inspiring episode of the Dad Up Podcast, host Bryan Ward sits down with Kepler Knott — a husband, father, teacher, entrepreneur, and veteran who’s on a mission to help the next generation thrive.👉 Kepler has spent nearly two decades helping companies and leaders across the globe bring innovative, technology-driven ideas to life.👉 From supporting...
2025-11-1038 minDad Up PodcastEp. 315 - The Evolution Of Dad Up | Ron Haywood & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to the 6th Year Anniversary Special of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 The Evolution Of Dad Up | Ron Haywood & Bryan Ward | Ep. 315👉 Welcome to a very special milestone episode of the Dad Up Podcast — our 6-Year Anniversary!👉 To celebrate, I brought back Ron Haywood, the man who kicked it all off as my very first guest on the show.👉 Ron isn’t just a returning guest — he’s a championship basketball coach, husband, and father who continues to lead both on and off the court...
2025-11-0340 minDad Up PodcastEp. 314 - Building A Life Of Purpose With Campire Gentleman | Clay Garrett and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Building A Life Of Purpose With Campire Gentleman | Clay Garrett & Bryan Ward | Ep. 314👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, host Bryan Ward sits down with Clay Garrett, husband, father of two, and creator of Campfire Gentleman a movement built to help men lead meaningful, grounded lives centered around what truly matters: Family, Purpose, Growth, Health, and Simplicity.👉 Clay shares his personal story of transformation, from a 20-year career in corporate graphic design, to a c...
2025-10-2736 minDad Up PodcastEp. 313 - Making It Up - Christopher Mannino and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Making It Up | Christopher Mannino & Bryan Ward | Ep. 313👉 Christopher Mannino's writing journey began when he was stranded on the Cornish coast at the supposed birthplace of King Arthur. The experience inspired The Scythe Wielder's Secret.👉 He studied mythology, theatre, and literature both in the US and at Oxford.👉 A former theatre teacher, he is a digital nomad currently residing in Malta with his wife and two inspiring children.👉 He...
2025-10-2030 minDad Up PodcastEp. 312 - Work From Home Dads | Thom Gibson & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Work From Home Dads | Thom Gibson & Bryan Ward | Ep. 312👉 Thom Gibson – Founder of WFH Dads & Creator of the 6-Hour Workday Playbook👉 Thom Gibson is on a mission to help work-from-home dads reclaim their time, refocus their energy, and redefine what fatherhood and productivity can look like. 👉 As the founder of WFH Dads, Thom creates actionable tools and strategies specifically designed for fathers balancing the demands of career and family life without sacrif...
2025-10-1352 minDad Up PodcastEp. 311 - The Preparation: Building Competence, Confidence & Real-World Skills | Matt Smith & Bryan🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 The Preparation: Building Competence, Confidence & Real-World Skills | Matt Smith & Bryan Ward | Ep. 311👉 In this episode of The Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by Matt Smith, an American entrepreneur, economic commentator, and co-author of The Preparation: How to Become Competent, Confident, and Dangerous.👉 After relocating to Uruguay in 2021, Matt now operates a regenerative cattle ranch while co-hosting Doug Casey’s Take, a top podcast offering deep insights into global markets, monetary policy, and geopolitical trends.
2025-10-0656 minDad Up PodcastEp. 310 - Bold Faith & Bold Healing | Featuring Elena Huggins and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Bold Faith & Bold Healing | Featuring Elena Huggins and Bryan Ward | Ep. 310👉 Elena Huggins is a passionate communicator, musician, entrepreneur, and devoted follower of Jesus whose mission is to inspire, challenge, and empower others to live transformed lives. 👉 For nearly two decades, she has spoken across diverse stages, reaching audiences with her straightforward approach, unapologetic challenges, and unwavering commitment to biblical truth.👉 With eighteen years of experience, Elena has dedicated her life to helpi...
2025-09-2953 minDad Up PodcastEp. 309 - One Step Changed Everything | Johnny Muresan and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 One Step Changed Everything | Featuring Johnny Muresan and Bryan Ward | Ep. 309👉 Johnny Muresan is a husband, dad, and everyday guy who once weighed nearly 500 pounds, until he laced up his shoes and took one shaky, breathless step toward change.👉 That step turned into a journey of transformation, and today Johnny has shed more than 160 pounds, completing races from 5 km all the way to an ultramarathon.👉 Known online as @johnnygoesrunning, Johnny has built...
2025-09-2240 minDad Up PodcastEp. 308 - Photo Memories Are The Bridge Between Generations | Angela Andrieux and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Photo Memories Are The Bridge Between Generations | Featuring Angela Andrieux and Bryan Ward | Ep. 308👉 Angela Andrieux, MBA is a dynamic creative professional whose passion for capturing and preserving life’s most meaningful moments shines through every project she touches.👉 As a photographer, photography coach, broadcaster, writer, and content creator, Angela blends artistry with expertise to help others see the world and themselves through a more inspired lens.👉 With years of experience behin...
2025-09-1539 minDad Up PodcastEp. 307 - Parenting With Creativity & Faith | Featuring Howard “Quiggly” Chang and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Parenting With Creativity & Faith | Featuring Howard “Quiggly” Chang and Bryan Ward | Ep. 307👉 Howard “Quiggly” Chang is a legendary toy concept artist whose creativity helped bring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures to life in the late ‘80s and ‘90s.👉 As a lead illustrator at Varner Studios, Howard created the concept art behind hundreds of the figures that became staples in every kid’s toy box.👉 But Howard’s story doesn’t stop with turtles a...
2025-09-0844 minDad Up PodcastEp. 306 - How Mindset Shapes Legacy | Featuring Jeff Vulpis and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 How Mindset Shapes Legacy | Featuring Jeff Vulpis and Bryan Ward | Ep. 306👉 Jeff Vulpis is a mindset coach, speaker, and living example of resilience. He knows firsthand what it means to fight and comeback from rock bottom. 👉 After spending nearly 2 years homeless, living out of a rest area, Jeff made a life altering decision,he would not be defined by his circumstances.👉 Through faith, unshakable discipline, and a constant commitme...
2025-09-0151 minDad Up PodcastEp. 305 - Preparing Your Kids For The Future Of College | Shellee Howard and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Preparing Your Kids For The Future Of College | Featuring Shellee Howard and Bryan Ward | Ep. 305👉 My guest today is Shellee Howard, the founder and CEO of College Ready, a Certified Educational Consultant, two-time bestselling author, international speaker, and host of the Parents, Is Your Teen College Ready? podcast.👉 Shellee helps high-achieving families navigate the often overwhelming college admissions process—without ending up buried in debt. What makes her approach so powerful is that it’s not just theory...
2025-08-2530 minDad Up PodcastEp. 304 - Lighting The Way: Faith, Family & Filmmaking | Nathan & D’Lytha Myers & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Lighting The Way: Faith, Family & Filmmaking| Featuring Nathan and D’Lytha Myers and Bryan Ward | Ep. 304👉 Nathan and D’Lytha Myers are a dynamic husband-and-wife creative team whose talents span acting, directing, producing, and teaching.👉 Nathan D. Myers is an award-winning creator with credits as an actor, director, and production designer. He was the Lead Designer of the Capernaum Studios & Gardens project featured in The Chosen (seasons 1–3), recently designed the feature Matter of Time with Sean Astin, and...
2025-08-1847 minDad Up PodcastEp. 303 - From At-Risk Youth To Empowered Families | Richard Ramos and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 From At-Risk Youth To Empowered Families| Featuring Richard Ramos and Bryan Ward | Ep. 303👉 Richard is an accomplished author, speaker, and parent coach with over three decades of experience in leadership development, family dynamics, and community building.👉 His work has left a profound impact both nationally and internationally, particularly in empowering high-risk youth, parents, and families to create safe, supportive environments that foster personal growth and community transformation.👉 Through his innovative leader...
2025-08-1133 minDad Up PodcastEp. 302 - Empowering Kids Through Song | Michael Hemsworth and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Empowering Kids Through Song | Featuring Michael Hemsworth and Bryan Ward | Ep. 302👉 In this inspiring episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I sit down with lifelong music educator, author, and father, Michael Hemsworth.👉 With over 20 years of experience as a music school director in California, Michael has helped thousands of families navigate the challenges and rewards of music education.👉 As a father of three and the author of Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manua...
2025-08-0429 minDad Up PodcastEp. 301 - From Fatherhood To Ninja Warrior Stage | Brian Beckstrand and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of the Dad Up Podcast!🟫 From Fatherhood To The Ninja Warrior Stage| Featuring Brian Beckstrand and Bryan Ward | Ep. 301👉 This week on Dad Up, I’m joined by Brian Beckstrand. He is a husband, father of five, and the original ninja dad behind one of the most inspiring families to ever hit the American Ninja Warrior course.👉 What started as a backyard obstacle setup to keep his kids active has become something far greater, a family mission. 👉 Sinc...
2025-07-2831 minDad Up PodcastEp. 300 - Emmy-Winning & Sesame Street Exec Gets Real on Being a Dad | Jordan Geary & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode!This is episode 300!!🟫 Emmy-Winning & Former Sesame Street Exec Gets Real On Being A Dad | Featuring Jordan Geary and Bryan Ward | Ep. 300👉 In this episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I sit down with Jordan Geary, an Emmy Award-winning creative producer and former senior leader at Sesame Workshop, the iconic team behind Sesame Street.👉 With 20+ years of experience in children’s and family content, Jordan shares powerful insights on fatherhood, creative leadership, and building legacy through storytelling.👉 A...
2025-07-2139 minDad Up PodcastEp. 299 - Dads Who Lead | Thomas Pfanner and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share these reality star guests with you.🟫 Dads Who Lead | Featuring Tom Pfanner and Bryan Ward | Ep. 299👉 I am joined by Tom Pfanner, The Leadership Dad, a husband, father of three, combat athlete, and former Division 1 strength coach who’s on a mission to help fathers lead with strength and purpose.👉 After becoming a father at 18 and facing the heartbreak of being pushed out of his son’s life, Tom has rebuilt not only a strong, blended fami...
2025-07-1443 minDad Up PodcastEp. 298 - Parenting Teens With Purpose | Mike Barsamian and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share these reality star guests with you.🟫 Parenting Teens With Purpose | Featuring Mike Barsamian and Bryan Ward | Ep. 298👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by Mike Barsamian, widely known on Instagram as @miketheparentcoach.👉 Mike is a certified parent and teen coach who helps high-achieving, emotionally exhausted parents reconnect with their teens through powerful tools, presence, and purpose.👉 He’s the founder of the Present Solution for Parents an...
2025-07-0737 minDad Up PodcastEp. 297 - The Power Of Presence, Pain & Purpose In Fatherhood | Kaleb Stoppel and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share these reality star guests with you.🟫 The Power of Presence, Pain, and Purpose in Fatherhood | Featuring Kaleb Stoppel and Bryan Ward | Ep. 297👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by Kaleb Stoppel.👉 Dr. Kaleb Stoppel is a devoted husband, father of two, and former educator who has spent his life investing in others, whether in the classroom, on the athletic field, or through community service.👉 After serving...
2025-06-3044 minDad Up PodcastEp. 296 - From Seal Team To Dad Team | Alden Mills and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share these reality star guests with you.🟫 From SEAL Team To Dad Team | Featuring Alden Mills and Bryan Ward | Ep. 296👉 In this powerful episode of the Dad Up Podcast, I’m joined by Alden Mills.👉 He is a former U.S. Navy SEAL platoon commander, father of four, bestselling author, and #1-ranked virtual speaker by Entrepreneur magazine.👉 Before embarking on a dangerous mission, Alden wrote a “just-in-case” letter to his children filled with life...
2025-06-2335 minDad Up PodcastEp. 295 - Coparenting - Father’s Day Special | MTV’s Teen Mom Stars Maci Bookout & Ryan Edwards🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share these reality star guests with you.🟫 Coparenting Success - Father’s Day Special | Featuring MTV’s Teen Mom Stars Maci Bookout & Ryan Edwards | Ep. 295👉 In this heartfelt and raw Father’s Day Special episode Bryan Ward and his wife, Andrea, are joined by two powerful voices from MTV’s Teen Mom, Maci Bookout and Ryan Edwards, for an intimate, real, and inspiring conversation about their coparenting journey.👉 Maci and Ryan, parents to their son Bentley, have faced thei...
2025-06-1636 minDad Up PodcastEp. 294 - Put Your Trust In Him - David Maus Jr. and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 Put Your Trust In Him | David Maus Jr. and Bryan Ward | Ep. 294👉 David Maus Jr. is a dedicated content creator on a mission to help others make informed choices about their health and wellness.👉 After a successful 20-year career in the car business, where he learned the ropes of sales, marketing, and leadership, David made a bold move to pursue his true passion—sharing his experiences and insights with the world.
2025-06-0937 minDad Up PodcastEp. 293 - The Best Job In The World | Andrew Stillman & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 The Best Job In The World | Andrew Stillman and Bryan Ward | Ep. 293👉 Andrew Stillman is a devoted father of nine, entrepreneur, and now a published children’s book author.👉 Hailing from Manatee County, Florida, Andrew owns and operates Stillman’s Tree Services.👉 His journey into writing was inspired by a heartfelt moment with his daughter after a soccer tournament.👉 When she expressed her lov...
2025-06-0236 minDad Up PodcastEp. 292 - Writer To Warrior Dad: Lessons In Safety, Growth & Presence | Jason Brick & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 From Writer To Warrior Dad:Lessons In Safety, Growth & Presence | Jason Brick & Bryan Ward | Ep. 292👉 Jason Brick is a devoted father, husband, and lifelong martial artist who brings a unique blend of real-world experience, storytelling, and wisdom to every conversation.👉 Since launching his career in freelance writing and journalism in 2009, Jason has authored over 100 books and more than 5,000 articles covering everything from personal safety to parenting, travel, and even advance...
2025-05-2740 minDad Up PodcastEp. 291 - Catching Vomit & Other Acts Of Heroic Fatherhood | Maury Wood & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 Catching Vomit & Other Acts Of Heroic Fatherhood | Maury Wood & Bryan Ward | Ep. 291👉 Maury Wood is a dad of four (two boys and two girls), a writer, former teacher, and self-proclaimed reflex ninja. 👉 Once catching toddler vomit mid-air to save a freshly detailed car.👉 With a gift for storytelling and a heart for real, hands-on parenting, Maury brings a raw, relatable, and faith-filled perspective to fatherhood.
2025-05-1934 minDad Up PodcastEp. 290 - Purpose Driven Fatherhood - Leading With Humility & Heart | Jesse Anderson & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 Driven Fatherhood: Leading with Humility and Heart | Jesse Anderson & Bryan Ward | Ep. 290👉 Jesse Anderson is a fatherhood coach and the founder of Purpose Driven Fatherhood.👉 With a background in leading parenting ministries and working with teens in crisis, Jesse now helps fathers navigate healing and growth as a professional court-appointed monitor.👉 His mission is to equip dads to break destructive cycles and rebuild strong, lasting bonds with...
2025-05-1230 minDad Up PodcastEp. 289 - Tech-Savvy Parenting: Launching Careers & Raising Kids | Jack Knight And Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 Tech-Savvy Parenting:Launching Careers & Raising Kids | Jack Knight & Bryan Ward | Ep. 289👉 Jack Knight is a seasoned tech sales coach and the founder of SWORD Advisory, a company dedicated to helping individuals launch six-figure careers in tech sales.👉 With over five years of experience leading Sales Development Representative (SDR) teams, Jack has hired more than 30 representatives, achieving a 93% success rate in their performance . 👉 In 2024, Jack made...
2025-05-0533 minDad Up PodcastEp. 288 - How DJ Envy & Gia Casey Raise 6 Kids & Stay Strong In Marriage | DJ Envy & Gia Casey & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 How DJ Envy & Gia Casey Raise 6 Kids & Stay Strong In Marriage | DJ Envy & Gia Casey & Bryan Ward | Ep. 288👉 Celebrity power couple RaaShaun “DJ Envy” Casey and Gia Casey are the very embodiment of partnership, resilience, and ambition.👉 The bestselling authors of REAL LIFE, REAL LOVE, the dynamic duo also host The Casey Crew, a trailblazing podcast that provides a candid examination of relationships and family life, earning accolades and recognition.
2025-04-2857 minDad Up PodcastEp. 287 - Why Dads Need To Master The Grill And The Role | CJ Volkmann & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this amazing guest with you.🟫 Why Dads Need to Master the Grill And The Role | CJ Volkmann & Bryan Ward | Ep. 287👉 In this episode, we’re excited to welcome CJ Volkmann, better known online as Cooking with CJ.👉 CJ is a cooking influencer who turned his passion for BBQ and food into a full-time career on social media.👉 A married father of five, CJ brings not only flavor to the table but a deep sens...
2025-04-2138 minDad Up PodcastEp. 286 - Insights From A Successful Advisor And Devoted Dad | Jeremy Hill & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this important announcement!🟫 Insights From A Successful Advisor And Devoted Dad | Jeremy Hill & Bryan Ward | Ep. 286👉 Jeremy Hill as an only child, his early life was shaped by his parents’ divorce. 👉 Raised by his mother, who worked tirelessly to provide for them, they moved frequently in search of better opportunities and environments.👉 His father was largely absent and later passed away, leaving a void in Jeremy’s life where a strong male role mode...
2025-04-1446 minDad Up PodcastEp. 285 - Shutter Up: Capturing Life One Click At A Time! | Adam Belmont & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this important announcement!🟫 Shutter Up: Capturing Life One Click At A Time! | Adam Belmont & Bryan Ward | Ep. 285👉 Adam Belmont’s photographic journey began when his first child.👉 He considered bringing home a child to be probably one of the most natural opportunities for an adult to pick up a “real” camera for the first time, especially for those who weren’t raised with any influences in photography growing up from family or other outside sources, as was the case...
2025-04-0738 minDad Up PodcastEp. 284 - Easy Everyday: Where Cooking Is A Piece Of Cake….Or Not! | Jessica Merchant & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode! I’m excited to share this important announcement!🟫 EASY EVERYDAY; Where Cooking Is A Piece Of Cake….Or Not! | Jessica Merchant & Bryan Ward | Ep. 284👉 Jessica Merchant is a dedicated recipe developer and passionate food writer whose love for culinary creativity shines through in every dish she creates.👉 As the acclaimed author of bestselling cookbooks such as *Everyday Dinners*, *The Pretty Dish*, and *Seriously Delish*, Jessica invites readers into her vibrant world of flavors and innovative cooking. 👉 Her widely...
2025-04-0632 minDad Up PodcastEp. 283 - Hey Dad, How Do I…? Rob Finlay and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 Hey Dad, How Do I……? | Rob Finlay and Bryan Ward | Ep. 283👉 Robert J. Finlay is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, seasoned entrepreneur, renowned speaker, and father of four.👉 He is a successful entrepreneur and commercial real estate investor. He has built and sold four companies.👉 Rob’s success is providing innovative solutions for his clients—constantly thinking ahead of the curve.👉 He brings...
2025-03-2443 minDad Up PodcastEp. 282 - Total Body Band For The Total Parent | Blake McCoy and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 Total Body Band For The Total Parent | Blake McCoy and Bryan Ward | Ep. 282👉 Blake McCoy has dedicated over 14 years to the fitness industry, starting out by managing personal training companies within gyms before venturing into creating his own high-end, mobile personal training service.👉 Throughout his career, Blake has gained experience working with a wide range of clients, from elderly individuals and beginners to professional athletes, catering to all types of tra...
2025-03-1633 minDad Up PodcastEp. 281 - Precision Performance Running | Co-Founders Bryan Ward and Michael Llamas🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode as we make an important announcement!🟫 PRECISION PERFORMANCE RUNNING | Co-Founders Michael Llamas & Bryan Ward | Ep. 281👉 Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to a groundbreaking new company, Precision Performance Running, founded by two passionate individuals dedicated to helping runners achieve their personal bests—Michael Llamas & Bryan Ward.👉 Precision Performance Running is not just another running coaching service; it’s a revolutionary approach to training that combines science, experience, & person...
2025-03-0932 minDad Up PodcastEp. 280 - Adventures In Fun & Learning For Kids | Kevin Hoban, Jordie Simkovic & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 CAPTAIN AND CAT’S ADVENTURES IN FUN AND LEARNING FOR KIDS| Kevin Hoban, Jordie Simkovic and Bryan Ward | Ep. 280👉 Ahoy! Captain & Cat is an award-winning kids content studio!👉 They make fresh hits that children and parents love!👉 Founders "Captain” Kevin and Jordie “Cat” have been best friends since meeting at Northwestern University.👉 After college, they started playing music for kids in Los Angeles...
2025-03-0344 minDad Up PodcastEp. 279 - Finding The Inner Hero | Mark Collins and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 FINDING THE INNER HERO | Mark Collins and Bryan Ward | Ep. 279👉 This is Mark’s second appearance on the Dad Up Podcast. Make sure you go watch our previous interview in Ep 260. 👉 Mark Collins is a Business/Life Coach, Husband & Father, as well as the Author of “LIFE MASTERY - living life by Design, not by default.”👉 Mark’s passion and expertise are in guiding men in overcomin...
2025-02-2443 minDad Up PodcastEp. 278 - Overcoming Obstacles | Dr. Sam & Jesse (JL) McCreedy & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Ep. 278 - Overcoming Obstacles | Dr. Sam, Jesse McCreedy & Bryan Ward👉 Sam McCreedy and Jesse Lawson McCreedy, co-authored (and Jesse illustrated) their children's book Theodore, The Sloth Who Wants to Race, which was recently awarded Mom's Choice Awards (top award-gold) and Creative Child Magazine's 2024 Book of the Year Award. 👉 Jesse (writing as J.L.) first discovered her love for writing (and developed an incurable condition of wanderlust) while growing up in Southeast Asia as a third-culture k...
2025-02-1750 minDad Up PodcastEp. 277 - From Headlines To Home Life | Tom Lamont & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Ep. 277 - From Headlines To Home Life | Tom Lamont & Bryan Ward👉 Tom Lamont is an award-winning journalist and one of the founding writers for the Guardian’s Long Reads.👉 He is the interviewer of choice for Adele and Harry Styles, having written in depth about both of these musicians since they first emerged to fame in the 2010s.👉 He is also an author of the novel Going Home.👉 In t...
2025-02-0932 minDad Up PodcastEp. 276 - A Teachers Journey Through Parenthood & Passion | Jeff Cronin & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 A Teacher’s Journey Through Parenthood & Passion | Jeff Cronin & Bryan Ward👉 Jeff Cronin, originally from Minnesota, moved to Los Angeles nearly 20 years ago to pursue a career in acting.👉 Today, he’s a dedicated dad of two boys and a special education teacher with over 15 years of experience working with kids with special needs.👉 With a passion for parenting and a focus on providing advice that resonates with other dads, Jeff started Je...
2025-02-0351 minDad Up PodcastEp. 275 - Run The Race Of Parenthood | Pooja Bansal, Lokesh Gupta & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Run The Race Of Parenthood | Pooja Bansal, Lokesh Gupta & Bryan Ward👉 Pooja Bansal and Lokesh Gupta are the co-founders of Swift Running, a purpose-driven brand revolutionizing the running industry.👉 Originally from India, the couple moved to the United States in 2010, building successful corporate careers over the past 15 years while nurturing their passion for running.👉 As avid runners, they experienced firsthand the challenges of finding high-performance running shoes that deliver both comfort and...
2025-01-2744 minDad Up PodcastEp. 274 - Have You Earned Your Seat? | Mike Davidson and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Have You Earned Your Seat? | Mike Davidson and Bryan Ward👉 Mike Davidson is married to his best friend Sarah. They have three sons; Cale 12, Noah 10, and Brody 9.👉 He’s the manager in the car business and after 12 years as a stay at home mom, Sarah recently started a new career as a Med Device Rep for spinal implants. 👉 When his boys are not in school they lifestyle revolves around recreational saltwa...
2025-01-2037 minDad Up PodcastEp. 273 - Redemption & Resilience | Casey Diaz & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Redemption & Resilience| Casey Diaz and Bryan Ward👉 Darwin “Casey” Diaz is a former gang leader and growing up on the mean streets of Los Angeles, he was forced to fight for his life.👉 He was eventually incarcerated as one of the most violent criminals in California.👉 While in prison, several dudes from two long-established gangs—18th Street and Florencia 13—asked him to become a “shot caller.”👉 One of the shot caller...
2025-01-1339 minDad Up PodcastEp. 272 - Don’t Bench Yourself | Kent Evans and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Don’t Bench Yourself | Kent Evans and Bryan Ward👉 Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps fathers become disciple-makers and mentors build the next generation of godly men.👉 Manhood Journey is a provider of resources to intentional fathers who want to give their sons a Biblical foundation.👉 Kent has personally experienced how the guidance of godly men can change the course of a life.
2025-01-0644 minDad Up PodcastEp. 271 - Remember What You Are Fighting For | Todd & Kristin Evans and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Remember What You Are Fighting For | Todd & Kristin Evans and Bryan Ward👉 Dr. Todd and Kristin Evans are celebrating 23 years of marriage and are award-winning authors, national speakers, and special needs parents.👉 They are passionate about empowering other parents of children with additional needs with the keys to thrive at www.DisabilityParenting.com.👉 Their new book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities, was recently relea...
2024-12-3053 minDad Up PodcastEp. 270 - Does Jesus Care About Your Mess | Dana White and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Does Jesus Care About Your Mess | Dana White and Bryan Ward👉 Dana K. White, decluttering expert,beloved for making decluttering make sense to the person who is bewildered by her mess.👉 In her signature nitty-grittystyle she is now sharing the life changing power of God’s grace in our messiness.👉 She is the creator of the No Mess Decluttering Method and (much to her own surprise) a Dec...
2024-12-2941 minDad Up PodcastEp. 269 - Running the Race of Parenthood | Michael Llamas & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Running the Race of Parenthood | with Michael Llamas and Bryan Ward👉 Meet Michael Llamas, a dynamic Southern California native whose vibrant spirit shines through in every aspect of his life!👉 Born and raised under the golden sun, Michael is not just a devoted husband and an inspiring father to two energetic young boys; he’s also a passionate advocate for family, fun, and fitness.👉 With an impressive 15-year career in the banking indu...
2024-12-1645 minDad Up PodcastEp. 268 - Are You Strong For Life? | Josh Wood and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Are You Strong For Life? | with Josh Wood and Bryan Ward👉 Coach Josh Wood, a fitness educator based in Tasmania, offering a refreshing perspective on health and physical fitness with a focus on becoming STRONG FOR LIFE.👉 Having positively impacted the lives of thousands of clients worldwide, Josh takes pride in guiding people to become the best versions of themselves.👉 Josh trains people to become the champions of their own life.
2024-12-0950 minDad Up PodcastEp. 267 - Raising Impact-Driven Kids | Tyler Dickerhoof & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.🟫 Raising Impact-Driven Kids: Leadership Lessons For Parenting Success | with Tyler Dickerhoof and Bryan Ward👉 Tyler Dickerhoof is a renowned mentor and advisor for entrepreneurs and executives who are seeking effective leadership guidance.👉 He has led an organization of over 250,000 individuals and supported his wife, Kelley, in becoming one of the top 5 income earners at Isagenix.👉 Tyler holds a degree from Cornell University and has more than 20 years of experience in starting multi...
2024-12-0252 minDad Up PodcastEp. 266 - Smart Eating For Busy Families - A Better Meal | Mark Semmelbeck & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. This episode with a SPECIAL FREE GIFT OFFER!🟫 Smart Eating for Busy Families - A Better Meal with Forrest Dickison and Bryan Ward👉 Mark Semmelbeck is a dedicated entrepreneur and philanthropist with a career marked by resilience, vision, and a passion for positive impact. 👉 Known for his contributions to the energy sector and his commitment to humanitarian efforts, Mark's journey reflects his dedication to making a difference in the world. 👉 With a Ph...
2024-11-2556 minDad Up PodcastEp. 265 - Nurturing Creativity In Our Kids with Forrest Dickison and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast!🟫 Nurturing Creativity In Our Kids with Forrest Dickison and Bryan Ward👉 Forrest Dickison lives and paints in Moscow, Idaho.👉 His fine art is a curation of the rugged beauty and harmonic colors of the American West and was featured in Southwest Art Magazine’s article, "21 Under 31, Young Artists to Watch."👉 Forrest seeks to capture the essence of the American spirit and instill deep gratitude for the land and culture that we have inheri...
2024-11-1835 minDad Up PodcastEp. 264 - 5 Years Amazing! | Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast!Celebrating 5 Years of Dad Up Podcast!🟫 A Journey of Growth and Connection👉 Today we’re celebrating a significant milestone—five incredible years of the Dad Up Podcast!👉 It’s hard to believe how fast time has flown by, and what an honor it has been to be a part of your parenting journey.👉 As I reflect on these past five years, I’m filled with gratitude for the am...
2024-11-1109 minDad Up PodcastEp. 263 - Be Your Family’s Dream Diver | Ira Davis and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast!I’m excited to share this Where Are They Now episode. Ira Davis appeared on my show on Ep. 82. The link to that episode is below. He is back this time to give an update on what’s been going on in his world.🟫 Be Your Family’s Dream Diver | Ira Davis and Bryan Ward | Ep. 263👉 Ira Davis is a former United States Marine Corps Drill Instructor who has successfully served inOperation Iraqi F...
2024-11-0436 minDad Up PodcastEp. 262 - Running The Race Of Parenthood: Insights From My Coach & Fellow Parent | Dr. Jeff MesserWelcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 RUNNING THE RACE OF PARENTHOOD:INSIGHTS FROM MY COACH& FELLOW PARENT | Dr. Jeff Messer and Bryan Ward | Ep. 262👉 Dr. Jeffrey Messer serves as an assistant professor in the School of Health Professions at Augustana University, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.👉 He holds a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in exercise physiology. His doctoral research program emphasized exercise biochemistry with a specific research focus in skeletal muscle mito...
2024-10-2846 minDad Up PodcastEp. 261 - Game Changer: Parenting Insights From A Former NFL Player | Mark Clayton & Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 GAME CHANGER: PARENTING INSIGHTS FROM A FORMER NFL PLAYER | Mark Clayton and Bryan Ward | Ep. 261👉 Mark Clayton climbed his way to the NFL and now he is climbing his way in a new area.👉 Mark Clayton is a former Oklahoma University football player who excelled in college. Mark was a 2 time 1st Team All-American, who served as a captain during his junior and senior campaigns.👉 In c...
2024-10-2136 minDad Up PodcastEp. 260 - Raising Kids To Live Their Best Lives | Mark Collins and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 RAISING KIDS TO LIVE THEIR BEST LIVES | Mark Collins and Bryan Ward | Ep. 260👉 Mark Collins is a Business/Life Coach, Husband & Father, as well as the Author of “LIFE MASTERY - living life by Design, not by default.”👉 Mark’s passion and expertise are in guiding men in overcoming the fear of failure & imposter syndrome that is standing in the way of the life they are created for....
2024-10-1347 minDad Up PodcastEp. 259 - The Dad Gang: Voices Of Change | Kevin C. Riley and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 THE DAD GANG:VOICES OF CHANGE | Kevin C. Riley and Bryan Ward | Ep. 259👉 Kevin Christopher Riley is a New York City Council Member, the Chair of the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Co-Chair of the Black, Latino and Asian Caucus, which is the largest caucus in the New York City Council.👉 As Chair, he serves to prioritize creating equal opportunity and access for communities of c...
2024-10-0742 minDad Up PodcastEp. 258 - His Search. His Legacy. His Why | Chris Schauble and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 HIS SEARCH. HIS LEGACY. HIS WHY. | Chris Schauble and Bryan Ward | Ep. 258👉 Chris Schauble is co-anchor of the KTLA 5 Morning News weekdays from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. He also co-hosts “Off The Clock” on the KTLA+ digital app.👉 Since moving to Los Angeles in 2001, Chris has earned multiple awards, including five Emmys and six Golden Mics.👉 Prior to his Los Angeles work, Chris spent time...
2024-09-3049 minDad Up PodcastEp. 257 - One Extraordinary Marriage | Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 One Extraordinary Marriage | Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo and Bryan Ward | Ep. 257👉 Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo met the summer before their senior year of college and have been married since 1996.👉 Like you, they came together with every good intention and “forever” in mind, but then “life” happened and they found themselves ill prepared to deal with their marriage challenges.👉 They were committed to facing all of life's opport...
2024-09-3041 minDad Up PodcastEp. 256 - Where Are They Now with Brian Covey and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this Where Are They Now episode. 🟫 My guest is Brian Covey. He was a previous guest on my show for Ep. 9 back in 2020. 👉 Brian Covey didn’t always know where his life would take him when he started his career as a professional soccer player.👉 Since then his path has taken many surprising turns—first into real estate, and then on to the national stage—all the while bringing Brian lessons on resil...
2024-09-1637 minDad Up PodcastEp. 255 - The Heart Of The Matter | David & Julie Bulitt and Bryan Ward🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast! I’m excited to share this episode.🟫 The Heart Of The Matter: Coaching Couples To Connection | David and Julie Bulitt and Bryan Ward | Ep. 255👉 What happens when a top divorce lawyer and a family therapist close the door and really talk? What’s on their minds? Who gets the last word?👉 Married for over 35 years, David and Julie Bulitt’s are that couple.👉 David is one of the premier DC Metro family law att...
2024-09-0948 minDad Up PodcastEp. 254 - Parenting Unleashed: The Quest For Peak Potential | Dr. Reggie Thomas and Bryan WardWelcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast!I’m excited to share this episode. With a special offer.See below ⬇️ 🟫 Parenting Unleashed: The Quest For Peak Potential | Dr. Reggie Thomas and Bryan Ward | Ep. 254👉 Dr. Reggie Thomas is a dominate leader in the community. His greatest strength is relationships.👉 Over the years he has cultivated and nurtured multiple relationships at various levels of his life – both personally and professionally.👉 Reggie’s passion is to help leaders dev...
2024-09-021h 06Dad Up PodcastEp. 227 - How To Be An Unbreakable Dad | Bryan Scudiere and Bryan WardNEW EPISODE RELEASED
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Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this new episode and guest with you!
Bryan Scudiere, founder of Unbreakable Dads, is a powerhouse coach who has built an incredible multi 6-figure business following one simple mission: To help dads take back their life.
Bryan has personally helped 200+ dads lose 20-40lbs in less than 5 hours a week without relying on fad diets or living in the gym.
Bryan's message is about more than weight loss; it's about redefining fatherhood and building a...
2024-02-2547 minDad Up PodcastEp. 200 - Husband and Wife But Family Is Life | Bryan and Andrea WardWelcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast.
This is a special episode because it’s the 200th episode AND I have a guest in studio with me!
First, I want to thank all of my supporters of the show. Without your support, this show would not be as successful as you t has been.
I certainly hope you have learned something about yourself and your parenting journey by watching or listening to the Dad Up Podcast. I, myself, have learned so much from the guests I have had on over the years.
My guest for this 200th ep...
2023-08-2057 minDad Up PodcastEp. 169 - How To Teach Through Music | Daniel Martin and Bryan WardDaniel Martin is a music producer, songwriter, and musician with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
Formerly the Founder of ReAmp Recording Studios, and co-owner of Hourglass Independent Records, he now runs and operates Cali.Co Music Group based out of Temecula, California.
Daniel is a multi-instrumentalist who studied music production at both Fullerton College and UCLA.
His confidence in the recording studio brings a sense of security and creative reinforcement to the artists that trust him to bring their projects to life.
Daniel has been published by RipTide Music, Perfect Storm Music Group, Sony ATV Music Publishing.
He has also worked...
2023-01-1542 minDad Up PodcastEp. 150 - My Two Sons | Blake & Brett Ward & Bryan WardDad Up Podcast 150th Episode Special!
This episode of Dad Up features two people that are very special to me, my two sons.
Blake Ward has been considered “The Total Package” his entire life. He has always strived to be the best at everything he does.
He not only graduated college in less than 4 years, but he has quickly excelled in his career as one of the youngest Business Development Coordinators for a health solutions company.
Blake is one of the most driven young men on personal development that I have ever known.
Brett Ward aka “Hollywood” recently transitioned from collegia...
2022-09-0429 minDad Up PodcastEp. 134 - How An MLB Player Handles Fatherhood | Sean Casey and Bryan WardIn this episode Sean Casey knocks it out the park sharing his experiences as a MLB player and the dedication it takes especially while being a father.
Sean Casey, nicknamed "The Mayor” is a former Major League Baseball first baseman for the Cleveland Indians, Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh Pirates, Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox. He played for 12 years before retiring.
Sean was selected to the Major League All-Star Game three times during his career.
Sean is currently a broadcaster and commentator for the MLB Network.
He appears across MLB Network's programming, including Emmy Award-winning flagship studio show MLB Tonight, the Sp...
2022-05-1537 minDad Up PodcastEp. 131 - Co-Parenting Through Barriers | Chris Ross and Bryan WardChris Ross has joined me on the Dad Up Podcast. In this episode we dive deep into his relationship with his daughter and what he learned from his own father and grandfather.
After over a decade of being behind the scenes of several billion-dollar companies, Chris Ross elevated into the elite status of the Top 1% of the sales industry internationally.
He learned how to make that next leap into the challenging transition to serial entrepreneurship by brokering over 1.9 billion dollar deals over his tenure of CHRIS ROSS® Companies which he now serves as Chairman.
Chris is also the creator of 2 N...
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Dad Up PodcastEp. 126 - A Strong Marriage Is Important | Seth Studley & Bryan WardSeth Studley is an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist and results driven Coach with a demonstrated history of working in the individual and family services industry. He is skilled in Program Development, Public Speaking, Teaching, Content Strategy and Creation, Podcasting, Social Services, and Mental Health.
He had a strong emphasis on results driven Coaching, Consulting and Strategy with a Master of Science - MS focused in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Seattle Pacific University.
For the last 15 years, Seth has been dedicated to helping men heal from their past, lean...
2022-03-2037 minDad Up PodcastEp. 124 - What Was Fatherhood Like Raising Bryan? | Ken Ward & Bryan WardKen Ward is not only my dad, he is a husband, father of two, grandfather of seven and now a great-grandfather.
This is an episode that we both hope you enjoy. You will hear about his experiences as a child, the troubles he faced with his own dad and our relationship as father and son. There is some real raw emotion in this episode. So buckle up.
Ken still works a full-time job and has dedicated his life to doing his best as a provider to his family. He...
2022-03-0644 minDad Up PodcastEp. 123 - How Can You Blaze Your Own Trail? | Jordan Mendoza & Bryan WardJordan Mendoza is the Founder & CEO of Blaze Your Own Trail Consulting, LLC where he helps entrepreneurs grow their business through strategic marketing, sales & leadership consulting.
In April of 2019 Jordan started creating content on Linkedin and quickly realized the power of the organic reach. By December, he had amassed 20k followers using the strategy he now teaches his clients in his 12-Week Program.
In 2020 alone Jordan's content reached over 3 Million content views and his audience has expanded to over 61K followers.
Jordan's goal is...
2022-02-2737 minDad Up PodcastEp. 116 - How Do You Parent Your Adopted Kids? | John Hulen and Bryan WardJohn Hulen is a Certified Coach | Speaker | Podcaster | Entrepreneur | Author.
John Hulen helps men improve their most significant relationships in life and business. With nearly 30 years of experience coaching in private and non-profit sectors, John helps individuals and organizations clarify who they are, why they are here, and where they should invest their time and energy.
John has a passion for leading people to see the importance of navigating relationships—personally and professionally—and how mastery over this area can impact every aspect of life and success.
2022-01-0928 minDad Up PodcastEp. 115 - How Jim Riley Lives Life Driven! | Jim Riley and Bryan WardJim Riley has spent his entire life saying yes to career changes and unique opportunities that align with his foundational values.
Jim runs a successful, consulting business in Kalispell, Montana. Known for supplying value to clients by providing strategic recommendations, Jim Riley is known for smart strategic thinking, insightful operations, successful business growth and high pressure transitions.
Jim is currently the host of two successful podcasts. “The Answer is “Yes” Podcast features business leaders discussing both the power of saying “yes” and the decisions that made them successful. “The Liberty of L...
2022-01-0229 minDad Up PodcastEp. 114 - How A Business Owner Is Present with His Family! | Shawn Walchef and Bryan WardShawn Walchef is the founder of Cali BBQ Media. Cali BBQ is a San Diego BBQ To Go. Cali BBQ serves slow food — fast.
Their pit masters have dedicated themselves to the art of live fire cooking. They smoke our craft BBQ overnight in an Ole Hickory Smoker using aromatic California cooking woods. Don’t forget to also get their “Wicked” Peach Cobbler and Cali BBQ Cocktails-To-Go when you pick up your takeout food in East San Diego County.
You can order online in the link below.️ Order BBQ online for...
2021-12-2638 minDad Up PodcastEp. 113 - Is A Coach A Father Figure? | Coach Rob Robinson of Netflix Last Chance U and Bryan WardCoach Rob Robinson is an assistant coach at East Los Angeles College and is featured on the Netflix series Last Chance U.
Prior to joining East Los Angeles College, Coach Robinson helmed a very successful 20-year run as a head coach at Notre Dame High School from 1998-2019. Over the two decades, his team amassed over 360 wins with six league titles, a CIF championship, three regional finals, and a state finals appearance.
He has been named state Coach of the Year, Southern Section Coach of the Year, and the...
2021-12-1950 minDad Up PodcastEp. 112 - Do You Make People Happy? | Kelly Cardenas and Bryan WardKelly Cardenas is a FORBES contributor, Author, Podcaster, Founder-CEO of a National multi-million dollar Brand, and a Cultural efficiency Coach.
Kelly is the go-to guy when it comes to constructing a CULTURE that will have sustained success in all aspects of your business. He believes that building an iconic Brand, Business, and Empire is a simple process once we start to focus on what really matters. Kelly’s system zeros in on the heartbeat of any organization, it’s PEOPLE!
This episode will have you laughing and also tug at y...
2021-12-1241 minDad Up PodcastEp. 111 - How A Bonus Dad Shows Love | Mike Chisholm and Bryan WardMike Chisholm is the host of ‘He Cast’ the official podcast of ‘He Changed It,’ the men’s mental wellness app his wife founded. The app covers core pillars such as, mental fitness, physical fitness, emotional fitness and social fitness.
Additionally, he. has created a safe space for men to connect those who have lived experience and those looking for help. The app’s chat platform, accessed anonymously if desired, is a “take what you need, leave what you know” approach to self mentoring. This two pronged approach addresses loneliness and the need to feel heard and u...
2021-12-0534 minDad Up PodcastEp. 110 - How Using Social Media Can Strengthen Family Bonds | Carl Eppolito and Bryan WardCarl Eppolito is a Christian, a man of Truth, Honor, & Respect. He is a dad to two girls.
Together, the three of them have become overnight TikTok stars. The TikTok videos really displays the bond the three of them have together.
Carl is also an Author of both the "Ecosystem of Influence Effect" as well as "Treating Kids Like Clients".
He is also the Founder of The Sales Audit. But none of these define who he is. That can only be defined by the...
2021-11-2838 minDad Up PodcastEp. 109 - What Have Learned Through Co-Parenting? | Brian Ondrako & Bryan WardBrian Ondrako is an Author, Writer, Life Coach, Podcast Host, and most importantly a Single Dad to an amazing young boy
Brian empowers people to “Just Get Started” by helping them navigate a clear path toward happiness. Brian believes that in order to discover happiness we must be willing to discover ourselves first.
He is passionate about helping others discover their true happiness.
Check out my interview with Brian as he shares his experiences as a single dad and trying to navigate the challenges of c...
2021-11-2133 minDad Up PodcastEp. 108 - City Bonfires Is Born Out Of The Ashes | Chris McCasland, Michael Opalski & Bryan WardAs you can imagine, Covid-19 has impacted people’s livelihood across the globe. My guests today were no different.
Chris McCasland, a sports and concert industry broker and restaurateur, and Michael Opalski, a senior restaurant industry salesman, both endured a loss of income during the pandemic.
As the story goes, both were at home for long periods of time with their families. While at home, Chris started teaching himself e-commerce and searching for cool product ideas. He came up with City Bonfires, a portable, reusable mini bonfire that you ca...
2021-11-1422 minDad Up PodcastEp. 107 - Teaching Our Kids To Have A Championship Mindset | Chad Busick & Bryan WardChad Busick is the Owner of Championship Mindset and works with both corporate and athletic teams.
Chad is a Master Facilitator with Advance Sports Technology, working with college teams at the DI, DII, DIII, and NAIA levels as well as high school and competitive teams across various sports. In addition, he is a Certified Trainer for the Power of Positive Leadership Training with the Jon Gordon Companies.
Chad is also the host of The Championship Mindset Podcast as well as the author of his new book, The Rock Tumbler...
2021-11-0727 minDad Up PodcastEp. 106 - Are You Investing In Your Kids? | Erik Allen & Bryan WardErik Allen is truly a man of integrity, work ethic and an overcomer. Growing up with a complicated childhood and broken home, to raising himself from the age of 14. Unfortunately finding trouble along the way desperately trying to fill the gaping voids in his life.
As a young man Erik found himself empty and tired of settling for less. After the feverish pursuit of the Holy Spirit, Erik decided to surrender and trust the one that would never let him down. Once Erik gave his life to Christ, his life completely turned around.
2021-10-3128 minDad Up PodcastEp. 105 - What Would You Do If It Happens To You? | Dr. Aaron Quinn & Bryan WardThis is an episode that will send chills down your back. A story that you won’t want to miss.
This terrifying story made national news and was even featured on 20/20 and 48Hours.
It's been a little over six years since the night that my guest, Dr. Aaron Quinn and his now wife, Denise Huskins woke up in the middle of the night to a man's voice saying, "Wake up. This is a robbery."
On that terrifying night, both of them were bound and De...
2021-10-2423 minDad Up PodcastEp. 104 - Hey Dads....Let's Get In Shape! | Adam Farrell & Bryan WardAdam Farrell is a divorced dad who has been blessed with two great kids. Adam has owned and operated Pinnacle Performance and Fitness for over 15 years and has been in the performance and fitness coaching space for over 20+ years.
Pinnacle Performance and Fitness provides their clients the tools to reach their fitness, performance and life goals through training their mindset, nutrition, movement and recovery.
After his divorce in 2019, Adam knew he wanted to help other divorced Dads through the process as he had several good friends help him through...
2021-10-1727 minDad Up PodcastEp. 103 - How This Dad Handles Parenting Challenges | Danny DelVecchio & Bryan WardDanny DelVecchio is a father of two sons. He has been a successful sales professional for the past 15 years with experience in a variety of industries.
Danny is also an experienced podcaster having launched and grown five different shows since 2015. He currently hosts For My Sons, a parenting podcast that helps parents navigate the challenges of raising young kids in 2021.
In our discussion, we talk on a variety of topics including his previous “Impractical Jokers” style podcast, his current parenting podcast and the things he has learned being a dad...
2021-10-1031 minDad Up PodcastEp. 102 - The World's Most Dangerous Man | Ken Shamrock & Bryan WardKen Shamrock is one of the most widely recognized MMA fighters in the world.
He is a legendary American Mixed Martial Arts fighter & former professional wrestler. Ken Shamrock is best known for his participation in the Ultimate Fighting Championships, Pride Fighting Championships, the World Wrestling Federation, Total Nonstop Wrestling Action and Pancrase.
Elected UFC Hall Of Fame – 2003 / Four Time UFC / Heavyweight Champion / First UFC Superfight / Heavyweight Champion / First Pancrase Heavyweight / World Champion / WWF Intercontinental Champion / WWF World Tag Team Champion / Four Time Tough Man Champion / TNA World Heavyweight Champion / Ki...
2021-10-0325 minDad Up PodcastEp. 101 - How This Dad Stays Energized For His Kids | Dave Hollis & Bryan WardDave Hollis’ purpose on this planet is to encourage people to step toward their calling while equipping them with the tools to lead an exceptional life.
Dave is a New York Times best-selling author, host of the popular Rise Together podcast, keynote speaker, and life and business coach.
Dave’s history includes CEO of a media start-up, President of Sales for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, talent manager across film, tv, and music, along with work in publicity, research, and technology in the entertainment sector.
2021-09-2625 minDad Up PodcastEp. 100 - How This Professional Stuntman Allows His Son To Take Risks | Jesse La Flair & Bryan WardJesse La Flair is the world's most recognizable professional free-runner. With over 30,000,000 views and +320,000 subscribers.
Jesse is the #1 most subscribed Pro-free-running and parkour athlete on YouTube in the world.
He is also a professional stuntman and character actor in commercials, T.V., and the biggest Hollywood hit movies like X-Men Apocalypse as Nightcrawler (Stunt double), his guest star role in Hawaii Five-0, and appearances in American Horror Story, TMNT, Divergent, 300 Rise of an Empire, as well as the lead Motion Capture artist for some of the biggest selling video...
2021-09-1927 min
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