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The Porcupine Report with Eric BrakeyPorcupine Report #73: “Battle of the Borders” with John PapolaJohn Papola shares his journey from working at Spike TV to creating liberty-themed media content. His work, such as the "Fight of the Century: Keynes vs. Hayek" rap battles, has become influential in introducing economic ideas to younger audiences. He emphasizes the power of creative storytelling to make complex ideas accessible and impactful. John shares a clip from his latest video, Battle of the Borders, which presents both sides of the immigration debate. The full length video can be found here: https://youtu.be/VS8SdwzlKCQ?si=Q7qb1BtdeiT0iwRF and many more great videos of John’s ar...
2025-07-241h 17
Parent Empowerment with Mandy DroginJohn Papola, Dad Saves AmericaThe Parent Empowerment movement continues to grow! One incredible father fighting alongside us to pass Education Savings Accounts is none other than John Papola of Dad Saves America. Parents from across our country are hooked on the Dad Saves America podcast because John is “on a mission to celebrate, empower, and entertain Dads, could-be Dads, and father-figures of all stripes.”
2025-01-092h 11The Porcupine Report with Eric BrakeyPorcupine Report #44: “Battle of the Borders” with John PapolaJohn Papola shares his journey from working at Spike TV to creating liberty-themed media content. His work, such as the "Fight of the Century: Keynes vs. Hayek" rap battles, has become influential in introducing economic ideas to younger audiences. He emphasizes the power of creative storytelling to make complex ideas accessible and impactful. John shares a clip from his latest video, Battle of the Borders, which presents both sides of the immigration debate.
The full length video can be found here: https://youtu.be/VS8SdwzlKCQ?si=Q7qb1BtdeiT0iwRF and many more g...
2024-11-281h 05
Withdraw to freedom Archives - Randy Bock MD PCJohn Papola: (Literally) Dad Saves America
Introduction
John Papola, a filmmaker and cultural commentator, has sparked a movement with his groundbreaking project Dad Saves America. With a focus on the transformative power of fatherhood, Papola weaves an intricate narrative connecting the strength of families to the resilience of entire societies. His philosophy underscores that saving families is the key to saving civilization.
Table of contentsIntroductionA Fractal View of SocietyUnderstanding the Fractal Nature of LifeCritique of Modern EducationCultural ChallengesThe Role of FathersFathers as Builders and ProtectorsMentorship in Fatherless CommunitiesEmpathy Through FatherhoodPapola’s Vision for RenewalBack to Basics: Family, Faith, and Fr...
2024-11-1500 minPublic health Archives - Randy Bock MD PCJohn Papola: (Literally) Dad Saves America
Introduction
John Papola, a filmmaker and cultural commentator, has sparked a movement with his groundbreaking project Dad Saves America. With a focus on the transformative power of fatherhood, Papola weaves an intricate narrative connecting the strength of families to the resilience of entire societies. His philosophy underscores that saving families is the key to saving civilization.
Table of contentsIntroductionA Fractal View of SocietyUnderstanding the Fractal Nature of LifeCritique of Modern EducationCultural ChallengesThe Role of FathersFathers as Builders and ProtectorsMentorship in Fatherless CommunitiesEmpathy Through FatherhoodPapola’s Vision for RenewalBack to Basics: Family, Faith, and Fr...
2024-11-151h 16
The Hannah Frankman PodcastJohn Papola: The Story Behind Dad Saves AmericaJohn Papola is the founder of Emergent Order and host of the Dad Saves America Podcast.
Expect to learn the genesis of Dad Saves America, how John came up with the idea, and why he believes that the family unit is the most important place to build the future of American culture. You’ll also learn how John got started as an independent media creator, the genesis of Emergent Order, and what John thinks are the biggest problems for us to solve culturally and institutionally.
This episode was recorded as...
2024-07-041h 49
Dad Saves AmericaActor Josh Segarra on How Fatherhood Fueled His CareerActor and father-of-three Josh Segarra, best known for his roles in “Sirens,” "Arrow,” and the upcoming second season of “The Big Door Prize,” embodies infectious optimism and true dedication to his responsibilities as a dad and husband. His parents provided an upbringing and ongoing encouragement that laid the foundation for him to pursue both his personal and professional goals without succumbing to the fear of failure. Whether sharing tales from his childhood, insights into fatherhood, or reflections on his acting journey, Josh's story is a powerful reminder of how family can carry us through each challenge we face....
2024-03-0859 min
Dad Saves AmericaIs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy the Antidote for Anxiety?As a follow-up to last week’s episode on psychoanalysis, today’s guest is Dr. Camilo Ortiz, an expert in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Dr. Ortiz is a Professor of Psychology at Long Island University and a practicing clinical psychologist who is at the forefront of developing innovative treatments for child anxiety. Modern parenting styles tend to accommodate or even encourage avoidant behavior, resulting in children who never have the opportunity to build confidence and competence out in the world and contributing to our current anxiety epidemic. Not only is that bad for our kids’ mental health, it’s contrary...
2024-02-291h 36
Dad Saves AmericaChildhood Isn’t Supposed To Be Stressful. Here’s How Parents Can Help.Psychoanalyst and licensed clinical social worker Erica Komisar explains how psychoanalysis really works and how it can help parents better understand and support their children. Contrary to popular belief, psychoanalysis goes far beyond the Freudian theories you may have heard of. The field offers insight into the emotional intricacies of anxiety, attachment issues, and the pivotal role parents play in their child's development and mental health. Understanding how a child’s needs evolve as they grow older is crucial for parents to adjust to each stage and avoid either being emotionally neglectful or becoming overbearing helicopter parents. Childhood has be...
2024-02-231h 09
Dad Saves AmericaAndrew Tate, Pearl Davis, and the Case for MarriageBrad Wilcox wants you to get married. In modern American society, cultural trends across the political spectrum discourage and devalue marriage as an institution, and economic incentives have only exacerbated this predicament. Some argue that marriage is a bad deal for women and others argue that it’s a bad deal for men, and Brad agrees that there are plenty of valid complaints to be made and addressed. However, he’s done his research and the data is clear. Marriage, including many traditional norms, is a net good for men, women, children, and American society as a whole....
2024-02-162h 15
Dad Saves AmericaComic Book Creator Eric July On Empty Wokeness, Real Diversity & Anarcho-CapitalismEric July, an anarcho-capitalist commentator with BlazeTV and the creative force behind Rippaverse Comics, offers a fresh perspective on diversity in media and shares invaluable insights for young creatives on hustling and ethics in the modern landscape of entrepreneurship. As both a lifelong comic fan and now an industry player in his own right, he believes in taking storytelling seriously and wants to offer an alternative to the the convoluted state of mainstream superhero universes.Eric also shares how economists like Thomas Sowell and Walter E. Williams triggered his ideological evolution from leftist to full-blown libertarian...
2024-02-082h 04
Dad Saves AmericaTrump vs. Biden: Debunking the Myth of American DemocracyAccording to the National Assessment of Educational Progress, only 22% of 8th graders were proficient in civics, and only 13% in US history. If we want our kids to understand our political system, and how it actually works in reality, we’re going to need to role up our sleeves as parents and do it ourselves.But fear not, dear friends. Dad is here to help. Starting with this video, and throughout the year, I’m going to be breaking down the basics of how our political system was designed, how it seems to work in reality, and what...
2024-02-0236 min
The DSTLLD Podcast"Becoming a Dad Liberated Me" - John Papola | DSTLLD Podcast Episode 020My guest today is John Papola, the founder of Emergent Order and host of Dad Saves America.He's the only person besides Bo Burnham to make me laugh at a song about math.He’s gone from showing us 1000 ways to die on Spike TV to showing us 1000 ways to save America. In 2010 he thought that there must be something better to do with his life than promote SpongeBob. Since then his production company Emergent Order has focused on creating media to ask hard questions and guide us towards the values that founded Am...
2024-01-3144 min
The DSTLLD Podcast"Becoming a Dad Liberated Me" - John Papola | DSTLLD Podcast Episode 020My guest today is John Papola, the founder of Emergent Order and host of Dad Saves America.He's the only person besides Bo Burnham to make me laugh at a song about math.He’s gone from showing us 1000 ways to die on Spike TV to showing us 1000 ways to save America. In 2010 he thought that there must be something better to do with his life than promote SpongeBob. Since then his production company Emergent Order has focused on creating media to ask hard questions and guide us towards the values that founded Am...
2024-01-3144 min
Dad Saves AmericaPorn, Video Games, and Cyberbullying: How To Guide Your Child Through the Digital WastelandProtecting children from online hazards is an essential part of parenting in the digital age. Dr. Lisa Strohman, a psychologist specializing in the mental health impacts of technology, breaks down the issues surrounding online pornography, video game addiction, and cyberbullying. She shares how parents can navigate the internet minefield, communicate about these topics with their children, and recognize signs that their children are struggling.Dr. Strohman is also the founder of Digital Citizen Academy, an organization addressing the issue of technology addiction and overuse. She’s also been a visiting scholar at the FBI’s National Cent...
2024-01-181h 12
Dad Saves AmericaDr. Eithan Haim Exposed Texas Children’s Hospital for Secret Transgender ProgramLast spring, former Texas Children’s Hospital surgeon and current whistleblower Dr. Eithan Haim exposed, in his words, that the hospital was lying to the public about the existence of their transgender program. Despite promises to cease such procedures, the hospital continued practicing transgender medicine on kids as young as 11.Texas legislators responded to the information revealed by Haim with the bi-partisan Senate Bill 14, outlawing transgender medical interventions on minors statewide. This ignited controversy and drew the ire of activists and hospital officials opposing any restrictions on transgender medicine.Eithan’s story took a le...
2024-01-131h 48
Dad Saves AmericaLeave the World Behind: Obama’s Critical Conspiracy Theory on NetflixIf the streaming charts are true, then there’s a good chance you’ve watched the collapse of America in Netflix’s new film Leave the World Behind. The film is many things, including pretty good, but most notably, it’s a conspiracy theory built on racial division, brought to you by former President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama.On one level, this is a classic disaster movie. There’re some great set pieces, it’s stylish and cinematic, and the whole thing feels pretty believable, but at another level, it’s a perfect manifestation...
2024-01-0638 min
Dad Saves AmericaToxic Polarization, Civil War & Local ConversationKristi Kendall, an accomplished television producer and filmmaker, and Ben Klutsey, Director of the Program on Pluralism and Civil Exchange at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, joined the show to discuss their new documentary film, Undivide Us. The film brings together people from diverse backgrounds to discuss highly contentious topics like gun control, abortion, and immigration, and dives into the pressing concerns of America's current political culture, exploring the risks of national division and the specter of civil unrest.Kristi and Ben stress the significance of local community engagement, advocating for a decentralized approach...
2023-12-291h 51
Dad Saves AmericaThe Search for Moral Clarity: Bin Laden, Free Speech & the FutureOsama Bin Laden’s letter to America goes viral on TikTok. Free speech loses even more friends. Harvard rallies around the race card.We’ve watched a series of truly outrageous events unfold. All of them are deeply connected and a warning for the trajectory of our society. Too many of our kids have embraced the enemies of civilization, too many of our educational and cultural institutions are to blame, and at the heart of all of it is an assault on our nation’s founding principles: freedom of expression and equality under the law. These enligh...
2023-12-2225 min
Dad Saves AmericaJaleel White on Family Matters, Portraying Steve Urkel, Child Acting & FatherhoodJaleel White, widely recognized for his iconic role as Steve Urkel in "Family Matters," has a career that spans far beyond this memorable character. Starting in the industry as a child actor, he featured in dozens of national commercials and various classic TV shows, including "Mr. Belvedere" and "The Jeffersons." Beyond the screen, Jaleel is deeply committed to his role as a single father. He embraces the challenges and rewards of parenting with a hands-on and thoughtful approach, focusing on being present and observant but knowing when not to intervene and let his daughter figure things out for herself.
2023-12-151h 21
Dad Saves AmericaChronic Homelessness Is About Family Trauma, Not HousingAlan Graham has been on the frontlines tackling homelessness for 25 years. As the CEO and founder of Mobile Loaves & Fishes, a social outreach ministry, Alan has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions, building genuine relationships with the homeless community, and providing sustainable, permanent support for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness.Alan’s journey began in 1998 when he, along with four friends, started delivering meals to homeless men and women from the back of a green minivan. This initial effort has since expanded significantly, with 20 trucks operating in multiple cities and over 6 million meals se...
2023-12-012h 01
Dad Saves AmericaDon’t Let Identity Politics Ruin Your Thanksgiving | Direct MessageOur culture is suffering from a potentially fatal allergy. Identity politics has become a kind of autoimmune disease that threatens to kill the host. We've become hypersensitive to our superficial identities just as our kids have become hypersensitive to most of the components of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.We're going to need more than an emergency epipen if we want to stop this disease and get back on track to stability and health as a society. And no, we can't just “get along” in some utopian, post-identity abstract metaverse. Our challenge is much more comp...
2023-11-2319 min
Dad Saves AmericaHarvard, Hamas, and the Barbaric Death Of Discourse In The West | Direct MessageThe barbarians are at the gates, and we created them. The kids who’ve terrorized speakers on college campuses and HR departments in Fortune 100 companies. The kids who scream and cry and throw temper tantrums on TikTok over trivial encounters with ideas they dislike. The kids who believe speech is violence AND silence is violence. The kids who took to the streets and burned our cities after the death of one man, yet now come out in explicit support of the barbaric murder of more than 1400 innocent civilians in Israel.Why call them “kids”? Because they are OU...
2023-11-2331 min
Dad Saves AmericaConnor Boyack: Tuttle Twins, Healthy Brainwashing & True Conspiracies | The ShowConnor Boyack, best known as the creator of the "Tuttle Twins" books and streaming series, has mastered the art of blending libertarian principles with engaging storytelling to reach children effectively, while also teaching their parents a lesson or two. His most recent addition to the series, "The Tuttle Twins Guide To True Conspiracies," delves into 20 historical events initially considered to be unhinged conspiracy theories but later proven factual. Connor is also the President of the Libertas Institute, where he actively pursues real-world policy reform across party lines to promote limited government and individual rights. His multifaceted approach...
2023-11-172h 33
Dad Saves AmericaGreg Lukianoff On Cancel Culture, Free Speech & Censorship | The ShowGreg Lukianoff, a First Amendment lawyer and President of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), dives headfirst into the pressing issues of free speech and the impact of cancel culture in academia. Lukianoff discusses the troubling trends at prestigious universities, where ideological bias butts up against claims of political neutrality, especially highlighted during recent intense protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict. He presents a compelling, data-backed narrative from his latest book, The Canceling of the American Mind, co-authored with Rikki Schlott, revealing how a culture of censorship is stifling discourse and academic freedom.Lukianoff is...
2023-11-101h 58
Dad Saves AmericaUATX Is Bringing Elevated Discourse Back To Higher Education | The ShowLiberal arts education once cultivated well-rounded, critically thinking individuals who would become our future innovators and leaders. However, in recent years, intellectual diversity, curiosity, and discourse have departed the halls of our most elite universities. Pano Kanelos, the founding president of UATX, believes that ideological capture and the overall homogenization of higher education are to blame.UATX, the University of Austin, has emerged as a reason for hope amidst negative trends at mainstream universities. This radical new experiment in higher education is putting quintessential liberal values at the center of the conversation. A graduate of UATX...
2023-11-032h 00
Dad Saves AmericaJim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale Bets Big On His Community | The ShowJim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale, the iconic face of Houston’s Gallery Furniture, has crafted a business empire that’s as much about community as it is about comfy mattresses.Mack recounted his journey into the furniture business, from first discovering his sense of motivation to persuading his future wife to move to Houston and risk it all on a furniture store. More recently, he’s made waves by placing staggering sports bets, including a record-breaking $75 million on the Houston Astros for the World Series. Calling on his time-tested, over-the-top marketing style, Mack turned a gamble into a win...
2023-10-191h 08
Dad Saves AmericaDanny And Lucy DeVito Are Family First And Actors Second | The ShowWorking with family can be a blend of laughter, love, and at times, a test of patience. It's a unique dance between the personal and professional, where shared histories create a tapestry rich with memories and understanding.In our conversation, Danny and Lucy DeVito highlighted the grounded, playful nature of their father-daughter duo amidst the Hollywood whirlwind and how they’ve successfully navigated personal and professional evolution together.Danny, with a storied career marked by iconic roles in One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Taxi, and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, reflected on t...
2023-10-051h 07
Dad Saves AmericaJay Glazer Turned Anxiety And Depression Into Motivation | The ShowJay Glazer has broken some of the biggest stories in NFL history, yet behind the scenes, he faces a different battle. In his book Unbreakable, Jay courageously shares his struggle against what he calls ‘the gray’. It's a raw and inspiring account of his life-long battle with anxiety and depression and his quest to help others struggling with the same issues.No matter how hard it can be, it's crucial that we open up about our personal struggles with those who care about us. More often than not, those close to us will be grateful for our...
2023-09-211h 04
Dad Saves AmericaAmerica Needs More Builders. Are Our Kids The Solution? | The ShowMatt Risinger is a premium home builder in Austin, Texas and host of The Build Show on YouTube. With over two decades of experience, he has established himself as a leading authority in the field.Not long after setting up his own building company, Matt found himself buried in debt during the 2008 financial crisis. He has since become a passionate advocate for energy-efficient and sustainable building methods on a mission to build homes that stand the test of time. In our conversation, we talk about why more young people should consider the trades, why fatherhood is...
2023-09-071h 25
Dad Saves AmericaAdam Curry Defined MTV, Invented Podcasting, And Found God | The ShowAdam Curry first became a household name as an MTV VJ, but that was only the start of his nearly four-decade crusade to revolutionize media. Since childhood, he has been obsessed with using cutting-edge technology to improve the ways that humans communicate ideas, from building MTV’s first website to bringing Bitcoin micropayment to podcasting.Adam’s career has always been about pushing boundaries, in more ways than one. He’s known for exploring some of the wildest conspiracy theories on his popular podcast “No Agenda,” but recently he’s been diving into a new theory - faith in G...
2023-08-242h 28
Dad Saves AmericaToday Show’s Craig Melvin Learned Forgiveness By Becoming A Father | The ShowYou probably recognize Craig Melvin as a seasoned journalist and the co-host of The Today Show on NBC, but what you might not know is that he had to navigate addiction and generational fatherlessness in his own family to get there.Craig documents this tumultuous journey in his book Pops, including how he learned to become a better father himself in the process. Now he uses his TV platform to celebrate fatherhood with his Dads Got This! series. As parents we all want to be the best version of ourselves for our kids, regardless of our own...
2023-08-1157 min
The Meaningful Life with Andrew G. MarshallJohn Papola: What Makes a Great Dad?Filmmaker and Dad Saves America host John Papola is on a mission to celebrate the inspirational force of fatherhood.
Rather than dwelling on the discourse around “toxic masculinity”, John’s work celebrates “the heroic role we play as men” by being present and joyfully involved in children’s lives. Rather than being a burden or an obstacle to self-fulfilment, John sees raising children as exciting and empowering.
John discusses his own fatherhood journey. He describes how the birth of his son made him feel liberated from the pressures of a creative career, and enabled him to take risks...
2023-08-0752 min
Dad Saves AmericaHow World Series Winner Jake Arrieta Developed Mental Toughness | The ShowLife throws us curveballs from time to time. Sometimes we take a swing and hit it out of the park, but even a swing and a miss can teach us important, humbling lessons. Few know this better than former MLB pitcher Jake Arrieta.Jake’s scouting sheet looks like a storybook career: Olympic medalist, Cy Young Award winner, National League All-Star. He even led the 2016 Chicago Cubs to their first World Series in 108 years. However, Jake’s success was not a guarantee. Behind those accolades lies a story of uncertainty and setbacks, and these forged his trad...
2023-07-281h 29
Dad Saves America"Shark Tank" Investor Daymond John Has Earned His American Dream | The ShowBusiness is fundamentally about creating value by solving a problem. Anybody with a great idea, regardless of their circumstances, has the potential to turn that idea into success with hard work and determination. Unfortunately, our school system clearly hasn’t prepared our kids, or us, to manage our money.Today’s guest, Daymond John, is best known as ‘The People’s Shark’ on ABC’s Shark Tank, but now he’s tackling financial education head-on with his children’s book, Little Daymond Learns to Earn, teaching kids the basics of money and starting their own businesses. He has a true pa...
2023-07-1346 min
Dad Saves AmericaHow The Declaration of Independence Changed World History | The ShowThe United States of America is arguably the first nation in human history to be created consciously on the basis of Enlightenment ideals. Those ideals were captured with power and poetry in the Declaration of Independence and have animated millions of people to immigrate to this country seeking a better life. You’ll find no greater champions of American ideals than first generation immigrants.Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the rest of us. According to recent polling by the Wall Street Journal, patriotism has utterly collapsed as an important value for most Americans. Thomas Je...
2023-06-301h 12
Dad Saves AmericaI Talk To My Old Boss About Mentorship, Spike TV, and Masculinity | The ShowGood companies recognize people with passion and support their growth. As you pursue your career, it’s important learn as much as you can from mentors who are invested in your success.Today’s guest, Niels Schuurmans, is one of those great mentors. John met Niels over twenty years ago through a mentorship program at MTV. He later became John’s boss at both Nickelodeon and Spike TV, and during that time, Niels taught him the wisdom of humbly going back to the drawing board when a project isn’t going as planned.Niels ha...
2023-06-161h 49
Dad Saves America"American Ninja Warrior" Host Akbar Gbajabiamila's Underdog Journey | The ShowIn a world filled with adversity, there are those who refuse to succumb to the role of victim, instead choosing to rise above their circumstances and create their own destiny.Today’s guest, Akbar Gbajabiamila, has become a household name as the host of popular TV shows like American Ninja Warrior, The Talk, and his upcoming reality show, Fight to Survive. With his engaging personality and magnetic charisma, he ignites the spirits of contestants to conquer seemingly impossible obstacles.As a first-generation American, Akbar's journey is deeply rooted in his immigrant upbringing. Raised by...
2023-06-081h 32
Dad Saves AmericaWhat Do You Believe? Question It. | The ShowIn disruptive times like these, it can be useful to expand your mind with radical new ideas, especially when they challenge your own assumptions. We need to remember that discomfort can be the first step in genuine learning, but only if we’re open to it.Today’s guest, Malcolm Collins, is a neuroscientist, serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and one of Amazon's best selling non-fiction writers. He and his wife Simone are reimagining education and much more through their work at the Collins Institute and the five Pragmatist’s guides they have written together. Their books explor...
2023-05-191h 52
Dad Saves AmericaThis Dad's Favorite Power Tool Is The Vacuum | Pop WisdomStephen Kent has some wisdom to share.He’s an author, a PR Jedi, and a dad to his own young Padawan. His book, How the Force Can Fix the World, analyzes the virtues of Star Wars and explains how to apply these learnings to the modern world. Stephen has figured out how to use one of the most iconic and influential American stories as a common language to teach moral lessons to children.We worked with Stephen to create a great viewing guide so that you and your young Padawan can put hi...
2023-05-1209 min
Dad Saves AmericaHow Dads Can Harness The Force | The ShowThere are basically three ways to learn how to be a good person. We learn by doing and making mistakes, we learn by observing what other people do, and we learn from the stories in our culture. Popular stories play an outsized role in our understanding of virtue and morality, and few stories can match the awesome power of Star Wars.Today’s guest, Stephen Kent, has figured out how to use one of the most iconic and influential American stories as a common language to teach moral lessons to children. In his book, How the Fo...
2023-05-041h 05
Dad Saves AmericaCan Kids Become Addicted To Tech And Social Media? | The ShowThe physical world isn’t as scary as we’re led to believe, but our kids have a whole new digital world to contend with. We are currently raising the first generations of “digital natives” - kids born into a world already connected by the internet. Keeping our kids mentally healthy in an increasingly digital world is a new and confusing frontier for parents.Today’s guest, Dr. Lisa Strohman, is a licensed psychologist and the founder of Digital Citizen Academy, an organization addressing the issue of technology addiction and overuse. She’s also been a visiting scholar at t...
2023-04-211h 12
Dad Saves AmericaSXSW 2023: Daddy Issues In Film With Troy Kotsur And Emma Westenberg | Special EventWhy are fathers and father-figures so important in film? What can we learn about ourselves as film-makers and film fans from the way we utilize the notion of father as a driving character within these stories we tell on the screen? How should we think about storytelling and what compels us to focus on our relationships with fathers to articulate complex human dynamics?Oscar winning actor Troy Kotsur and director Emma Westenberg joined Dad Saves America host John Papola for a conversation about the portrayal of fatherhood in film at SXSW 2023. They explored what responsibility filmmakers...
2023-04-1346 min
Dad Saves AmericaNate Boyer Has Been A Green Beret, Texas Longhorn, And NFL Player | The ShowWhat are you going to do with the rest of your life? That’s the big question we all face, especially after graduation. If you feel directionless, don’t worry. You're not alone.Today's guest, Nate Boyer, didn't have a clear path after high school, dropped out of college, and spent a year swabbing the deck on a fishing boat. He became a Green Beret, a walk-on player for the University of Texas Longhorns, played for the Seattle Seahawks, and even directed, wrote, and starred in a feature film. Nate is living proof of how far a gr...
2023-04-072h 15
Dad Saves AmericaQuantum Computing, AI, And Our Future Robot Overlords | The ShowFor years, we have had artificial intelligence in our homes and pockets through voice assistants like Siri and Alexa. However, everything is changing with the newest generation of technologies, led by OpenAI's ChatGPT.The future of education, work, and human creativity has already been turned upside down, but recent advances in quantum computing may supercharge this transformation even further. These new systems can solve complex problems that today’s fastest supercomputers would take thousands of years to solve.Today’s guest, Whurley, is at the forefront of this new era. He’s an Eisenh...
2023-03-231h 51
Dad Saves AmericaShe Lets Her Kids Fly Alone, But Never On Direct Flights | Pop WisdomAlyce Dailey has some wisdom to share.She’s the daughter of immigrants, a successful business owner, and the author of The Magic Mom. Alyce is also the mother of four daughters and believes that “being a mom is the most entrepreneurial venture that exists on the planet.” Her approach to parenting may be unconventional, but the results are undeniable. Alyce has raised four independent, confident, and capable young entrepreneurs who are ready to go out into the world.Alyce’s framework for entrepreneurial parenting offers moms and dads alike a powerful way to help...
2023-03-1610 min
Dad Saves AmericaIf Kids Are Scared To Fail At Home, The Real World Will Be Torture | The ShowRecent studies show that for nearly half of adults, fear of failure is the biggest barrier to achieving their goals, and kids today are the most fear-driven, anxious generation on record. Where have we gone wrong as parents and what can we do to the ensure that the next generation is ready to head out into the unknown and thrive?Today’s guest, Alyce Dailey, is the author of The Magic Mom. She’s the daughter of immigrants, a successful business owner, and mother of four daughters who believes that “being a mom is the most entrep...
2023-03-091h 17
Dad Saves America'CODA' Oscar Winner Troy Kotsur Used To Clean Up At Poker As A Kid | Pop WisdomTroy Kotsur has some wisdom to share.Much like his character in CODA, Kotsur is the proud father of a teenage daughter. As you’d expect from any dad, he may embarrass her from time to time, but in the end, his priority is to support his family and be the best father he can be.At the 94th Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in CODA, available on Apple TV+. He is first deaf man, and second deaf performer after Marlee Matlin, to win an...
2023-03-0215 min
Dad Saves AmericaMake Sure To Check In With Your Teen’s Mental Health | The ShowThere’s a mental health crisis among boys and men. The warning signs of depression and other mental health issues in males, particularly teenage boys, are not widely known, and so they often go overlooked. The first step towards reversing this concerning trend is learning to recognize when young men are suffering.Dr. Warren Farrell has spent half a century researching and writing about the biggest issues facing boys and men. His most recent book, The Boy Crisis, provides an eye opening glimpse into the reasons behind the ‘purpose void’ afflicting many of today’s young men, its...
2023-02-231h 26
Dad Saves AmericaMac And Cheese Is A Recipe For Parenting Success | Pop WisdomDenisha Allen has some wisdom to share.As a leader at the frontlines of education reform, and as a new mother, Denisha has a lot invested in the future of our country. Her path from at-risk student to education policy wonk is full of wisdom for parents. After all, we want our kids to succeed regardless of their circumstances, and Denisha has done exactly that.Denisha founded an organization to tackle our dysfunctional education system head on. It’s called Black Minds Matter and it’s a non-profit dedicated to promoting access to high...
2023-02-1609 min
Dad Saves AmericaMoney Is Not The Problem With Our Schools | The ShowQuality education can be a great equalizer and a platform for success in life, but our current public school system may be the most regressive and unequal institution in our society.Today’s guest, Denisha Allen, founded an organization that's tackling this issue head on. It’s called Black Minds Matter and it’s a non-profit dedicated to promoting access to high-quality school options for black students. She’s also a Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, and previously served as School Choice and Youth Liaison at the U.S. Department of Education.D...
2023-02-101h 20
Dad Saves AmericaHe Fell 100 Feet And Lived To Tell The Story | Pop WisdomJeff Sandefer has some wisdom to share.After striking it big in the oil industry before the age of 30, Jeff set off on a path of discovering where true meaning and purpose can be found and how individuals can maximize their impact on the world. He’s applied the purposeful risk-taking of entrepreneurship to raising his own kids, going as far as to let his son start paragliding at age three!Jeff is a successful entrepreneur-turned-business school professor who was considered to be one the best business professors in the country during his ti...
2023-02-0311 min
Dad Saves AmericaWhy College Is A Ripoff | The ShowAt one time, a college degree came with the legitimate promise of a better life. For generations of families it was part and parcel with ‘The American Dream.’ Unfortunately, the return on investment isn’t what it used to be.Today’s guest, Jeff Sandefer, knows this issue inside and out and is working to provide parents with an alternative to educate their children. He’s a successful entrepreneur-turned-business school professor who was considered to be one the best business professors in the country during his time at UT’s McComb School of Business. Later, he went on to f...
2023-01-271h 27
Dad Saves AmericaChris Powell Opens Up About ‘Extreme Weight Loss,’ Drugs, And Divorce | The ShowWhat can we do as dads to keep our kids healthy? And how can we improve our own health to have as much time with them, and our future grandchildren, as possible?Today’s guest, Chris Powell, is an expert on fitness and the psychological struggles that often come along with any wellness journey. He hosted the popular TV show Extreme Weight Loss on ABC, where he helped numerous people overcome obesity. Today, he’s working on a new project called Move One Million. It’s a daily broadcast designed to connect the world through movement. He als...
2023-01-191h 23
Dad Saves AmericaTop Gun Dad Let Chris Powell Fly A Plane At Age 10 | Pop WisdomChris Powell has some wisdom to share.This father of four may be a health and fitness expert, but he also knows how to have some fun. Whether it’s flying planes with his dad or making his kids cringe with goofy jokes, Chris’s life is full of good memories. On top of that, Chris has plenty of great advice on how to support your children’s passions and set them up to explore the world on their own one day.Chris hosted the popular TV show Extreme Weight Loss on ABC, where...
2023-01-1312 min
Dad Saves AmericaAdam Carolla Says Children’s Books Are The DJ Khaled Of Literature | Pop WisdomAdam Carolla has some wisdom to share.On the last episode of Pop Wisdom, I spoke with Dr. Drew, a father of triplets. In keeping with the theme, this week’s guest is a father of twins - and also was Dr. Drew’s co-host for ten years on KROQ’s long-running radio show Loveline. Despite their friendship, these two dads have very different perspectives on parenthood.Adam is a comedian, podcast host, author of six books and star of the recent documentary No Safe Spaces. In his latest book, Everything Reminds Me of Som...
2023-01-0509 min
Dad Saves AmericaAdam Carolla Is Worried We’re Raising Kids Like Pets | The ShowThe current culture of fear has made our kids nervous wrecks and has wreaked havoc on comedy in the process. Not taking yourself or your fears too seriously is one of the best ways to overcome them, so we sure aren’t setting up kids for success. Today’s guest, Adam Carolla, isn’t afraid to tell his kids, and the rest of us for that matter, to toughen up, get over it, and move forward. He’s a comedian, podcast host, author of six books and star of the recent documentary No Safe Spaces. In his lates...
2022-12-301h 13
Dad Saves AmericaDr. Drew Partied In The Back Of A Ranchero At 60 MPH | Pop WisdomDr. Drew Pinsky has some wisdom to share.This father of triplets may be a well-known media personality, but he knows that in the end, fatherhood isn’t about being the cool dad or the best dad, and certainly isn’t about being a famous dad. It’s about being present and engaged so that your kids can reach their own potential, whatever that may be.Dr. Drew is a practicing doctor of internal medicine as well as an addiction specialist and has become known for hosting KROQ’s Loveline for over 30 years, starring...
2022-12-2211 min
Dad Saves AmericaFormer MMA Champ Ben Askren Has The Best Reaction To "Quiet Quitting" | The ShowWhat does the rise of “quiet quitting” say about the future careers of the youngest generation? Is it based on legitimate frustrations with the current career landscape or is it the result of a cultural devaluation of self-reliance and work ethic? Either way, how do we inspire our kids not to fall into this cycle of passivity?Today’s guest, Ben Askren, is anything but passive and certainly isn’t a quitter. He’s a former wrestler and mixed martial artist with numerous championships under his belt. His new autobiography, Funky, chronicles his love affair with wrestling...
2022-12-161h 15
Dad Saves AmericaThis Economist Might Memorialize His Rap Career On His Tombstone | Pop WisdomRuss Roberts has some wisdom to share.This father of four has spent a long time thinking about why having kids is so special. Russ may be an economist and a college president, but his stories about his grandfather, his dad, and his kids leave no doubt that his first priority is family.His latest book, Wild Problems: A Guide to the Decisions That Define Us, takes the analytical approach of economics and explores how it can be adapted for questions that don’t have measurable data and can’t be answered with calc...
2022-12-0813 min
Dad Saves AmericaThese Guys Made YouTube’s First Viral Rap Battle | The ShowWhat do hip hop and economics have in common? Well, until host John Papola and Russ Roberts met following the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, there was very little overlap between those two topics.John learned of Russ after listening to his popular podcast, EconTalk, which sent John down the economics rabbit-hole. This led to an unlikely collaboration between John, a filmmaker, and Russ, economist. In 2010, “Fear the Boom and Bust: Keynes vs. Hayek” debuted on YouTube and became an internet sensation, practically overnight. It was the first viral rap battle of its kind, predating the popular “Epic Rap Ba...
2022-12-021h 15
Dad Saves AmericaVenture Capitalist Reveals His Top-Secret Steak Recipe | Pop WisdomEvan Baehr has some wisdom to share.He may be a successful investor and entrepreneur, but Baehr’s most important role is as a devoted family man. In this episode of Pop Wisdom, we cover everything from how faith informs his conception of masculinity, his greatest childhood pranks, and most importantly, his secret steak recipe.Baehr is managing partner of Learn Capital, a venture capital fund that backs and builds companies that drive human flourishing. He’s also the founder of Teneo, an organization committed to cultivating the next generation of American leaders, and...
2022-11-1714 min
Dad Saves AmericaPitch Perfect: Welcome To Business School | The ShowIs the point of a successful career to gather as much money as possible so that you can later start “doing good,” or should increasing your net worth and improving human welfare go hand-in-hand?Evan Baehr would argue that the best kind of entrepreneurs take the latter approach. The first step to being an effective entrepreneur is finding a problem that you’re passionate about solving. The bigger the problem is that you try to tackle, the more good you can do along the way.Baehr is managing partner of Learn Capital, a ventur...
2022-11-111h 47
Dad Saves AmericaGrowing Up In Rio Teaches You To Evaluate Real Risk | Pop WisdomDr. Carlos Carvalho has some wisdom to share.Growing up in Rio de Janeiro, Dr. Carvalho learned what real danger is. That upbringing, combined with his career as a statistician, has resulted in a unique perspective on age-appropriate risk-taking for his own kids, especially compared to the typical American parent of his generation.Dr. Carvalho is a professor of statistics and the Executive Director of the Salem Center for Policy at the University of Texas at Austin. He’s an expert in analyzing data and weighing the tradeoffs of competing economic policies, parenting ap...
2022-11-0313 min
Dad Saves AmericaThere Are No Solutions In The Real World, Only Tradeoffs | The ShowShould we “trust the science”? What does that even mean?Dr. Carlos Carvalho is a professor of statistics and the Executive Director of the Salem Center for Policy at the University of Texas at Austin. He’s an expert in analyzing data and understanding the tradeoffs of competing policies.Dr. Carvalho doesn’t believe we should “trust the science” because science is not capable of leading people. The scientific method is a process of gathering information about the world, but in the end, decision making lies with each of us, according to our values.
2022-10-271h 26
Dad Saves AmericaHe Couldn’t Beat His Dad In Arm Wrestling Until His Mid-20s | Pop WisdomBrian Gitt has some wisdom to share.The example his dad set helped Gitt develop the entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit he has today, and a few experiments with fireworks taught him a lesson or two about risk-taking along the way. A little mischief can be good for kids, but Gitt recalls how he and his friends “could’ve burned down the whole neighborhood” on a few occasions.Gitt has spent his whole career as an entrepreneur in the energy sector and cares deeply about protecting the environment. He also believes that our energy produc...
2022-10-2013 min
Dad Saves AmericaDr. Drew Sees Parallels Between Homelessness and Celebrity Status | The ShowDr. Drew Pinsky’s 2008 book, The Mirror Effect, was an insightful analysis of celebrity culture when originally published. Looking back, it’s also turned out to be a prescient guide to the social media landscape that’s emerged over the past decade. In this episode of Dad Saves America, we discuss social media, narcissism, substance abuse, therapy, and Dr. Drew’s wide-reaching career.Dr. Drew is a practicing doctor of internal medicine as well as an addiction specialist and has become known for hosting KROQ’s Loveline for over 30 years, starring in VH1’s Celebrity Rehab, and hosting...
2022-10-131h 36
Dad Saves AmericaDreaming Of A Solar-Powered Future? Don't Hold Your Breath. | The ShowBrian Gitt’s conversion from mainstream environmentalism was an accident.For decades, he believed that solar and wind power were the future, and that it was only a matter of time before fossil fuels were a thing of the past. However, after creating a startup that helped homeowners compare utility costs, he realized that the numbers just didn’t add up for the environmentalists’ favorite kinds of energy.Gitt has spent his whole career as an entrepreneur in the energy sector and cares deeply about protecting the environment. He also believes that our energy...
2022-10-071h 48
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2022-10-0128 min
Dad Saves America'CODA' Oscar Winner Troy Kotsur Discusses Career, Family, And Heroes | The ShowAt the 94th Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in CODA, available on Apple TV+. He is first deaf man, and second deaf performer after Marlee Matlin, to win an Academy Award.However, long before this historic accomplishment, Kotsur already had a successful career on stage, particularly in Deaf West Theatre productions. He also has appeared in movies and on TV, including joining George Lucas’ Star Wars universe as a Tusken Raider in Disney’s The Mandalorian, created by Jon Favreau and currently streaming on Disney+.Ko...
2022-09-291h 25
Dad Saves AmericaHis Teen Rebellion Was Going To Church | Pop WisdomMarian Tupy has some wisdom to share.Growing up in Communist Czechoslovakia, Tupy learned to appreciate and strive for liberty from a young age. He cherished any connection with the culture and freedoms of the West and sought out opportunities for adventure, sometimes taking on serious risks in the process. More than anything, his parents taught him through their actions how to be true to himself, even in the face of oppression.Tupy is a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute whose articles have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post...
2022-09-2312 min
Dad Saves AmericaBreakfast Is The Best Meal For This Cool Dad And Former Gang Leader | Pop WisdomAntong Lucky has some wisdom to share.When Lucky was sentenced to seven years in prison at age 21, he knew that something had to change in his life. Upon his release, he began working with Bishop Omar Jahwar, founder of Urban Specialists. On this path of redemption, Lucky combats the school-to-prison pipeline and bring peace to communities, and takes care of his family as the father that he never had growing up.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!...
2022-09-1610 min
Dad Saves AmericaThanos Was Wrong. More People Means More Resources. | The ShowIf our population keeps growing, won’t we eventually run out of resources?According to Marian Tupy, the answer is no. Tupy is a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute who recently co-authored Superabundance, a book exploring this very question. More people means more mouths to feed, but it also means more minds working together to develop the technology of the future. As long as individuals are free to explore and innovate, we can continue to increase the efficiency with which we use natural resources. Tupy believes that population growth and freedom are the secret ingredients fo...
2022-09-091h 16
Dad Saves AmericaHe Has 3 Dads And Learned Something From Each One | Pop WisdomMike Gibson has some wisdom to share.Gibson is a venture capitalist and author of the soon-to-be released book, Paper Belt on Fire. He helped run the Thiel Fellowship and his current venture, 1517 Fund, seeks out young tech founders in their creative and productive prime. As the son of a mom, a dad, and two step-dads, he has a unique perspective on family and what really matters in life.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________...
2022-09-0114 min
Dad Saves AmericaFormer Bloods Leader Goes To Prison, Now Brings Peace Between Gangs | The ShowHow quickly can a gang leader turn his life around? For Antong Lucky, it began the moment he was sent to prison. Lucky grew up in East Dallas and from a young age, he was exposed to gang culture and drug dealing. When he was sentenced to seven years in prison at age 21, he knew that something had to change in his life. Upon his release, he began working with Bishop Omar Jahwar, founder of Urban Specialists. On this path of redemption, Lucky worked to break the school-to-prison pipeline and bring peace to his neighborhood, and e...
2022-08-251h 33
Dad Saves AmericaThis Guy Invests In College Dropouts | The ShowHow do we remove the barriers of 20th century institutions so that we can unleash 21st century innovation?Mike Gibson is a venture capitalist who’s at war with the “Paper Belt.” That’s what he calls the stretch of the east coast home to federal politics in Washington D.C., mass media in NYC, and elite degrees in Boston. As the 21st century has progressed, the 20th century design of the Paper Belt has begun to show just how outdated it is, and Mike sees an opportunity to build something better. That's why he wrote his soon...
2022-08-051h 49
Dad Saves AmericaGet To Know Laura Sandefer | Pop WisdomLaura Sandefer has some wisdom to share.As the co-founder of the Acton Academy school network, Sandefer believes that children need to be empowered to make mistakes, fail, grow, and improve on their own. The catalyst for the radical model of education now practiced at Acton came from concerns about her own children’s education. What started as an educational experiment for her family has grown into a network of schools across the globe. Along this journey, she’s picked up plenty of valuable parenting insights.Subscribe and ring the notification bell so you...
2022-07-2913 min
Dad Saves AmericaHow To Run A School With 3 Adults Or Less | The ShowWhat happens when you take a school and remove all but three adults? You get Acton Academy.Laura Sandefer, co-founder of the Acton Academy school network and author of Courage to Grow, is an academic entrepreneur who believes that children need to be empowered to make mistakes, fail, grow, and improve on their own.Sandefer works to enable other parents to establish new Acton Academies to serve the educational needs of their families and local communities. Acton Academy is a radical model of schooling that puts as much power as possible directly into...
2022-07-291h 23
Dad Saves AmericaGet To Know Warren Farrell | Pop WisdomDr. Warren Farrell has some wisdom to share.His 2018 book, The Boy Crisis, showcases his extensive knowledge of parenting and the needs of children. However, there’s no substitute for first-hand experience, and as a stepfather of two daughters, Dr. Farrell has plenty of it.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________The Boy Crisis: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948836130/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_CCZJ2MPNCW8Q4XC6RS7Y...
2022-07-2912 min
Dad Saves AmericaWarren Farrell Explains Why Sons Need Their Dads | The ShowWhat’s going on with American boys these days? Why are they falling behind girls in education, health, and career prospects?To help answer these questions, John sat down with Dr. Warren Farrell, who’s been studying the issue for decades.Dr. Farrell is a political scientist and activist who wrote The Boy Crisis, a book arguing for the importance of strong father figures in a contemporary culture that often ignores them. He started his career as a board member for the National Organization for Women, and is the only man to have serv...
2022-07-291h 13
Dad Saves AmericaJohn Mackey Has Proven That Conscious Capitalism Works | The ShowWhat does it take to be a successful entrepreneur and what is the future of capitalism? In fact, what even is capitalism?In this full episode of Dad Saves America, John sits down with his friend John Mackey (who also happens to be the CEO and co-founder of Whole Foods Market) to talk about entrepreneurship, dealing with bullies, and finding purpose in your career. Mackey is a passionate proponent of “conscious capitalism,” a term he coined in reference to his unique approach to business that guides decision-making at Whole Foods.Throughout this interview, John...
2022-07-291h 32
Dad Saves AmericaGet To Know Michael Strong | Pop WisdomMichael Strong has some wisdom to share.Michael is an educational entrepreneur who’s spent his career creating high-performance private and charter schools across the country, but outside of work, Michael’s a devoted dad, just like the rest of us. Keep watching to see for yourself.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________Michael's Twitter: https://twitter.com/flowidealism?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorThe Socratic Experi...
2022-07-2907 min
Dad Saves AmericaStudents Hate School. Michael Strong Has A Socratic Solution. | The ShowWhat if everything you’ve been taught about education is wrong? Could your best bet be pulling your kids out of their current schools as quickly as possible?Michael Strong, founder of The Socratic Experience (https://socraticexperience.com), has dedicated his life’s work to figuring that out. As an educational entrepreneur, he’s created high-performance private and charter schools across the country. In these schools, Michael has put into action his Socratic Practice, an innovative adaptation of the age-old Socratic method, which he outlines in his book, The Habit of Thought.We sat do...
2022-07-291h 19
Dad Saves AmericaGet To Know Martin Gurri | Pop WisdomMartin Gurri has some wisdom to share.Martin is a self-proclaimed “geyser of unfounded opinions” and learned early on from his own pop’s wisdom how to control that impulse. That combination of instinct and self-discipline molded him into a keen analyst with a surprising array of passions and pastimes. He may even be his generation’s most knowledgable fan of anime.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________Martin's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mgurri...
2022-07-2912 min
Dad Saves AmericaMartin Gurri Explains The Rise Of Mass Protest Movements | The ShowWhy does the country seem to erupt into new mass protests every few months? Is it all connected or just a coincidence?In this episode, John sits down with fellow dad and author Martin Gurri, who sees the profile of the typical protestor as the common thread. Disenchanted and well-educated young people have been overwhelmed by the information tsunami of the digital age. Even though they may disagree on the details, most share a distrust of traditional institutions and media outlets.Martin spent three decades as a CIA media analyst. His years of...
2022-07-291h 37
Dad Saves AmericaGet To Know Matt Ridley | Pop WisdomMatt Ridley has some wisdom to share.He’s been a member of the House of Lords, a businessman, a journalist, and an author, but today we’re focusing on questions that you can’t find the answers to on his resume. Matt tells us about his pet peeves, favorite chores, and much more, all delivered with a healthy dose of British wit.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________Matt Ridley’s Website: h...
2022-07-2908 min
Dad Saves AmericaIs The World Getting Worse? Matt Ridley Doesn’t Think So | The ShowAre people overly pessimistic about the state of the world for no good reason? Should we be more optimistic about where we are?We sat down with Matt Ridley to discuss what the future holds for humanity and the many reasons to be optimistic about where we are headed.Throughout Matt Ridley’s career, he has worked as a journalist, author, businessman, and member of the House of Lords. In his book, “The Rational Optimist,” he makes the case for an economics of hope, arguing that the benefits of commerce, technology, innovation, and change...
2022-07-291h 07
Dad Saves AmericaMeet Mike Yates | Pop WisdomMikes Yates has some wisdom to share.Whether he’s making pizza with his family on a Friday night or reminiscing about his favorite children’s book, Mike’s passion for fatherhood is unmistakable. Just as he strives to revolutionize education so that the needs of students can finally be met, Mike uses insights from his own childhood to make sure that his children will flourish.Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss a single episode, and feel free to leave a rating or review!_____________________________________Mike is...
2022-07-2909 min
Dad Saves AmericaSchool Sucks! Mike Yates Disrupts Boring Education | The ShowSchool sucks! At least as it’s envisioned today. Our guest brings a fresh perspective to what it means to learn and what it takes to be an educator.Mike Yates has a radically different perspective on school. Throughout his career he’s amassed tons of hands on experience, helping him develop curriculums and programs filled with unconventional ideas on how kids actually learn and the role of teachers. We sat down with Mike to uncover what educators should be doing differently and how his personal education journey inspired his commitment to improve school for all kids...
2022-07-291h 00
Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJohn Papola | Dad Saves America (Part 2)John Papola is a father, filmmaker, serial entrepreneur, and CEO of Emergent Order, a non-profit studio dedicated to heroic storytelling that embodies classical virtues. Get in Touch!Visit: Emergent Order Foundation - https://eo.foundation/Visit: Dad Saves America - hhttp://www.dadsavesamerica.com/Follow: https://www.youtube.com/c/DadSavesAmericaSupport This Show!https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E356519&id=2
2022-07-281h 06
Dad Saves AmericaWelcome To The Dad Saves America PodcastCan Dad Save America? We Think So.We’re on a mission to celebrate, empower, and entertain Dads, could-be Dads, and father-figures of all stripes. We deliver powerful stories, exclusive interviews, mini-documentaries, and deep dives on a weekly basis to inform and inspire as we build a movement of dads who embrace their heroic calling. We dads need our own superhero league to take on the challenges of today and push back against the Fear Industrial Complex. We need a place where we can discover ways to empower our kids, our communities, and our country.
2022-07-2703 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieJohn Papola | Dad Saves America (Part 1)John Papola is a father, filmmaker, serial entrepreneur, and CEO of Emergent Order, a non-profit studio dedicated to heroic storytelling that embodies classical virtues. Get in Touch!Visit: Emergent Order Foundation - https://eo.foundation/Visit: Dad Saves America - hhttp://www.dadsavesamerica.com/Follow: https://www.youtube.com/c/DadSavesAmericaSupport This Show!https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E356519&id=2
2022-07-211h 02
The Libertarian Christian PodcastEp 264: Dad Saves America, with John PapolaWe were joined by filmmaker, entrepreneur, creator of the Hayek rap battles, and co-founder/CEO of Emergent Order, John Papola. He shared how the core motivation behind his work has been his family, and what it means to be a father in a country that leads the world in fatherlessness; which ultimately led him to begin working on Dad Saves America - the topic of today's episode. Show Notes: Emergent Order's Youtube See what they are doing over at Dad Saves America
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2022-03-0446 min
Givers, Doers, & Thinkers—A Podcast on Philanthropy and Civil SocietyJohn Papola & media's influence on civil societyThis week on Givers, Doers, & Thinkers, Jeremy speaks with filmmaker John Papola about the power of storytelling and how it can be deployed to deepen our appreciation for the value of human freedom.John Papola is CEO and chief creative officer of the Emergent Order Foundation (EO). The organization’s mission is to build a bottom-up movement that celebrates American freedom and the potential it unlocks in each of us. Prior to co-founding EO, John worked as a video producer and director for Spike TV, Nickelodeon, and MTV.Jeremy and John cover entertainment media’s infl...
2021-10-1357 min
Speaking Of Wealth with Jason HartmanSW 343 FBF - How to make Viral Videos with John PapolaToday's Flash Back Friday comes from Episode 143, originally published in April 2014. John Papola is the CEO of Emergent Order and Director of EconPop, which just launched a YouTube show. Papola joins the show to tell us more about it. Papola directed the videos, "Fear the Boom & Bust" and the "Fight of the Century", which have been seen by millions on the Internet. He explains the genesis of these ideas and what went into their productions. Papola is "konnected" to the Koch brothers, who fund his projects. Despite this, he believes the Left loves h...
2018-04-2834 min
Speaking Of Wealth with Jason HartmanSW 343 FBF - How to make Viral Videos with John PapolaToday's Flash Back Friday comes from Episode 143, originally published in April 2014. John Papola is the CEO of Emergent Order and Director of EconPop, which just launched a YouTube show. Papola joins the show to tell us more about it. Papola directed the videos, "Fear the Boom & Bust" and the "Fight of the Century", which have been seen by millions on the Internet. He explains the genesis of these ideas and what went into their productions. Papola is "konnected" to the Koch brothers, who fund his projects. Despite this, he believes the Left loves h...
2018-04-2834 min
Speaking Of Wealth with Jason HartmanSOW 143 - How to make Viral Videos with John PapolaJohn Papola is the CEO of Emergent Order and Director of EconPop, which just launched a YouTube show. Papola joins the show to tell us more about it.
Papola directed the videos, "Fear the Boom & Bust" and the "Fight of the Century", which have been seen by millions on the Internet. He explains the genesis of these ideas and what went into their productions.
Papola is "konnected" to the Koch brothers, who fund his projects. Despite this, he believes the Left loves his work.
Watch Econ Stories at w...
2014-04-1633 minSpeaking Of Wealth with Jason HartmanSOW 143 - How to make Viral Videos with John PapolaJohn Papola is the CEO of Emergent Order and Director of EconPop, which just launched a YouTube show. Papola joins the show to tell us more about it.
Papola directed the videos, "Fear the Boom & Bust" and the "Fight of the Century", which have been seen by millions on the Internet. He explains the genesis of these ideas and what went into their productions.
Papola is "konnected" to the Koch brothers, who fund his projects. Despite this, he believes the Left loves his work.
Watch Econ Stories at w...
2014-04-1633 min
2011-07-2000 min
EconTalkJohn Papola on the Keynes Hayek Rap VideosJohn Papola of Emergent Order talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about their collaboration creating rap videos based on the ideas of John Maynard Keynes and F. A. Hayek. Their first was "Fear the Boom and Bust" which was released January 25, 2010. This past week they released "Fight of the Century." The latest video discusses the overarching differences between the philosophies of Keynes and Hayek and their views on whether government spending promotes recovery from an economic downturn and whether it leads to prosperity. In this conversation, Papola and Roberts discuss some of the underlying ideas in the video--whether the...
2011-05-021h 20