Front Row Dads - The Show For Dads Who Want To Level Up Their Dad Game

Have you ever felt like you're working harder than ever, but somehow missing what truly matters? Every year around this time, we bring back one of our most impactful conversations—a powerful master class with Hal Elrod originally recorded in 2019. This episode has become a yearly ritual for many of our guys, a reset they return to again and again as they head into the new year. Each time you listen, you'll hear something new—because you're in a new season. In this episode, Hal shares the radical changes he made after a life-altering health scare to reclaim his time, focus on what truly matters, and design a life of deep connection. He also walks through practical steps to clarify and achieve your family goals in the year ahead. We cover: Practical strategies to align your actions with your values. The power of rituals like family meetings to foster open communication. Why learning to say "no" is the ultimate act of self-love and prioritization. The critical role of health and emotional mastery in bein

The Power of a Legacy Letter — One Thing Every Father Should Do (w/ Blake Brewer — Founder of LegacyLetter.com) When Blake Brewer was 19, a family snorkeling trip in Hawaii changed his life forever. Moments after losing his father in a tragic accident, his mother handed him a letter that his dad had been writing for months — a letter filled with wisdom, encouragement, and love. That letter became Blake's guiding light. Today, he's on a mission to help one million dads do the same — to write a legacy letter that becomes the most powerful gift a father can give. In this conversation, Blake and Jon explore how one letter can outlive you, shape your children's character, and give them strength long after you're gone. You'll learn: • The story behind Blake's father's final letter — and how it shaped his purpose • What makes a legacy letter different from any other message to your kids • Why a father's written words carry power that lasts generations • The core phrases every child needs to hear from their dad • Wha

How to Design a Family First Life - Before Kids (w/ Chandler Bolt — Founder of selfpublishing.com) How high-achieving newly married men design a family-first life before kids arrive. Chandler shares the blueprint he and his wife are implementing now: build the village, align your circles (work, friends, faith), and create a home that becomes the hub for family and community. He explores identity shifts, integrating ambition with family values, and the big question entrepreneurs ask: How do I build a great business without sacrificing a great family? You'll learn: • The Pre-Kids Family Blueprint: how to architect life around marriage & future kids • Why integration beats balance — combining work, community & family in one place • How to design a "home as hub" — the modern village model • Smart moves now: church, neighborhood, office, travel and future homeschooling • The truth about kids + ambition (and the fears most founders won't admit) • How blue-collar grit shaped Chandler — and how to pass it on

Coaches & Consultants at 7–8 Figures with a Book-Driven Funnel (w/ Chandler Bolt, founder of selfpublishing.com) SelfPublishing.com How top coaches and consultants turn one book into a client engine. Chandler shares the 4 Ps (Person, Pain, Promise, Price), book-to-funnel integration, and the counterintuitive "free audiobook → booked calls" play. Grab the FRD bonus: selfpublishing.com/front row. His team has helped publish 7,000+ books. You'll learn: How to pick the right book for your offer using the 4 Ps. Exactly where a book plugs into your funnel (opt-ins, sales calls, stages) to drive revenue. Why publishing in all formats—print/Kindle/audio—multiplies reach (and why audio often converts best). The "two-copy" referral play that turns readers into recruiters. What to expect on timeline & budget so you actually ship (real-world ranges shared). _______________________________________________

In today's quick-hitting episode, Front Row Dad member Eric Farewell shares why every man needs a mentor, a coach, and—most of all—community… and how the right brotherhood can change the next 50 years of your life. Mentor vs. Coach vs. Community: who does what (and why money-only mentors miss the mark) Experience-share > advice: the FRD "bands" model that builds ownership instead of ego Why community beats going it alone: presence on the hardest days, not fixes or platitudes Ceremony & play: identity, laughter, and the rituals that make men steadier at home and work How to choose your people: values alignment, accountability, and men who help you tell the truth Short, practical, and real—press play to get a simple filter for finding (or strengthening) your band of brothers  

Mike Dillard has built three eight-figure businesses and spent two decades teaching entrepreneurs how to invest, grow passive income, and build long-term wealth. In this episode, he shares his hard-won lessons about building wealth in a world reshaped by AI, inflation, and disruption. In this conversation, you’ll learn: Why accumulation and real assets beat risky bets in the long run. How AI will reshape the economy—bringing both deflation and massive unemployment. Why Bitcoin and gold are essential hedges against a declining dollar. The power of automation tools that take human emotion out of money management (and how to set them up). A tax strategy that lets you invest up to $140K per year—completely tax-free on the gains. How entrepreneurs can break free from the “make it, spend it, risk it” cycle and build lasting wealth. This is a playbook for anyone who wants to protect their family, create consistency in uncertain times, and set up a financial system that literally makes you richer every

If growth has come with a hidden bill—your time, your presence, your peace—this episode gives you a better plan. Today I’m joined by Justin Donald—Lifestyle Investor—long-time friend and FRD brother. What I love about Justin: he plays the game for freedom, not flex. Inside the episode: Cashflow First: A clear path to cover core bills with cash-producing assets so your calendar can breathe again. Every Dollar Works: Why mentors, masterminds, and pros are investments—when you demand ROI on knowledge, not just deals. Owner/Operator Reset: Use the “take a year off” thought experiment to surface missing systems, leadership, and SOPs. The Allocation Reality: How the wealthiest tilt toward low-risk, steady plays—and keep only a small slice for high-risk shots. Naval’s Four Levers: Add people, capital, code, or media so your upside isn’t limited to your hours. Teach Without Preaching: Spark money wisdom at home—so your kids inherit a mindset, not just assets. Listen now → Financial Freedom Beats Net Wo

In this quick-hitting episode, Front Row Dad member Eric Farewell spotlights four books that shaped him as a man, husband, and father—and how his family turned car rides into a “great books” classroom. You’ll hear: Vulnerability over image — Rising Strong (Brené Brown) and dropping the mask Who you were before the mask — The Road Back to You (Ian Morgan Cron) and a shared language at home Family learning on wheels — Shoe Dog (Phil Knight) and sparking business curiosity in his kids The pattern breaker he gifts most — No More Mr. Nice Guy (Dr. Robert Glover) on needs, boundaries, and honest leadership Short, practical, and real—press play, pick one, and start a reading habit that strengthens your home ______________________________________________________  

Mike Dillard has built three eight-figure businesses and spent two decades helping entrepreneurs learn how to invest, grow passive income, and build long-term wealth. In this conversation, he turns his attention to something even more urgent: parenting in a divided world. We dive into the fallout of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, what it reveals about free speech and cultural division, and how social media is shaping what the next generation believes. You’ll walk away with practical insights on how to start the conversations your kids aren’t having in school—conversations that build discernment, resilience, and the ability to think for themselves. ______________________________________________________

Today I dive deep with Danny Morel — a billion-dollar real estate leader who rebuilt after an affair and now helps men shift from hustle to wholeness. What you’ll get: How to end “driven but empty” by healing the wound under ambition The Desire → Courage turn that stops the endless chase Marriage moves that create safety without fixing (and drop defensiveness) Parenting that blends guardrails + freedom, with consequences that connect Breaking porn/food/shame loops by changing state at the root Moving from force to power so work flows and home thrives If you’ve built the life but still feel the weight—this conversation is for you. It’s not about doing more. It’s about becoming whole. __________________________________________________________

Today’s guest is Laurie Handlers — Tantra educator, talk show host, and intimacy coach. She’s the author of Sex & Happiness: The Tantric Laws of Intimacy and leads programs through Butterfly Workshops, Inc. and the International School of Temple Arts. In this ~40-minute episode, you’ll learn: Why long-term sex gets better only with intentional effort (after the honeymoon & kids). The starter “effort stack”: schedule date night, learn to dance, have the conversation. How to decode complaints into clear requests—without hurting feelings. The training mindset: treat intimacy as a skill (courses/coaching > guessing). The presence playbook: breathe together, watch her face, phones down. The 10/10 framework women name: Presence, Connection, Safety, Communication, Skill. A simple boundary script and the repair rule: “First to return to love wins.” Listen now. ________________________________________________________________

When you lose your cool, it’s usually not about the moment—it’s about what’s underneath. In this episode, Josh Trent unpacks HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) and shows you how to spot these triggers before they hijack your reactions. Learn how to pause, reset, and show up at your best for the people who matter most. ___________________________________________  

Schuyler Williamson is a leadership expert, entrepreneur, West Point graduate, military veteran, and family man. After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan as a combat arms officer, Schuyler transitioned to business where he’s now a Top 1% real estate agent, co-owner of 4 laundromats, and operator of multiple companies. He’s also the author of The Steady Leader: Leadership Models That Bring Clarity to Chaos, where he shares proven frameworks for leading with steadiness in uncertain times. In this episode, you’ll discover: Military-tested leadership frameworks you can apply at home and in business. The power of modeling — why great leaders don’t invent, they adapt what works. Practical parenting routines (like his morning ritual that fuels his kids’ confidence). Stories from combat and entrepreneurship that reveal how clarity and steadiness transform leadership. This conversation is packed with frameworks, stories, and takeaways you can start using right away — whether you’re leading your family, your te

In this condensed episode, Ryan Levesque, Front Row Dad, 7-time Inc. 5000 CEO, and 2-time #1 bestselling author, shares the 7 steps he uses to run his weekly family meetings that build connection, teach values, and create wins at home.  You’ll hear:  How to use wins, gratitude, and goals to anchor family conversations  A 7-step agenda that kids actually look forward to  Practical tips for turning chaos into connection each week ______________________________________________________________

This condensed episode features one of our most popular conversations of all time—distilled down to just the essentials. Jon shares how coaching with Nathanael Chawkin opened his eyes to simple questions that work like “meditation on the go”—a practice you can use anytime to shift perspective, see blind spots, and calm heated moments in marriage, parenting, and leadership. You’ll hear: Why most suffering comes from the story you’re telling yourself, not the situation A four-question checklist you can run in real time to get clarity How to spot blind spots and projections before they blow up relationships A quick test to know whose business you’re really in—and how to step back into your lane Nathanael is a seasoned leadership coach who helps CEOs and teams approach tough conversations with heart, building trust, alignment, and high performance. With a background in martial arts and mindfulness, his practice-based approach gives leaders practical tools they can apply in real time—at work and at home.

This condensed episode dives into Rich Christiansen’s proven blueprint for raising resilient, values-driven kids—featuring age-based rites of passage and entrepreneurship as a tool. You’ll hear: The Legado Family Framework (values → symbols → traditions → rites → finances) The 8/12/14/16/18 rites of passage (and why they work) Why his teens built businesses—and why they later shut them down Practical ways to kill entitlement and build family identity Resources: Rich’s site → https://legadofamily.com/  _____________________________________________________________  Books that don’t just inform— They transform. These titles helped the men in our community grow into stronger leaders at home. FRD Books → https://frontrowdads.com/books/  

If you're a dad who's ever questioned your parenting style, wondered about rules, boundaries, or how much freedom to give your kids, you're going to find this conversation fascinating (and maybe a bit challenging). I sat down with Aaron Stupple, father of 5 and author of the controversial book The Sovereign Child. His radical approach to parenting—recently debated after his podcast with Tim Ferriss and Naval Ravikant—has sparked intense conversation in our own community. In this powerful interview, Aaron shares: Why conventional rules might actually hurt your child's development His framework for parenting without becoming your child's adversary How he handles controversial issues like screen time, sugar, and discipline The surprising reason your kids might not trust you (and how to fix it) This episode is sure to challenge your thinking and provide practical insights to help you become a more connected, conscious father. Ready to dive in?  ____________________________________

Most men have no idea they’re still trying to father a wounded boy inside themselves. In this episode, Dr. Bob Beare, PhD — licensed therapist, recovery leader, and founder of Deep Waters Recovery — returns to unpack what reparenting really means, and why so many high-performing men avoid the one thing that could finally bring peace. This isn’t theory. It’s raw truth. Bob walks us through the core practices that help men connect with the younger parts of themselves — the inner child who still carries unmet needs, suppressed grief, and the shame we were told to bury long ago. And he explains why ignoring this relationship keeps us stuck in cycles of reactivity, overwork, and emotional shutdown. We explore: What it actually means to reparent yourself — and how to start Why most men resist healing (even when they say they want it) How inner child work unlocks real emotional freedom — not just insight How unhealed men unconsciously raise kids to fix their own wounds Why grief and joy live in the sam

Over the past 9 years, we’ve sat down with hundreds of men—entrepreneurs, leaders, husbands, and fathers—to talk about what really matters. And after 500 raw, unfiltered conversations, one truth keeps rising to the top: Success means nothing if it costs you your family. In this special 500th episode, I sat down with two of the men who’ve been there since day one—Hal Elrod (The Miracle Morning) and Justin Donald (The Lifestyle Investor). They've helped shape this brotherhood from the very beginning. We didn’t talk about hacks or highlight reels. We talked about what this community has taught us after nearly a decade of doing the work: What happens when your wife looks you in the eye and tells you the truth you’ve been avoiding. What cancer, addiction, and burnout reveal about the life you say you want vs. the one you're actually living. What it really looks like to lead your family with integrity, presence, and love. This isn’t a greatest-hits recap. It’s a look under the hood. This is what we’ve le