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61 | Technology isn't the enemy. Mario Kart, making movies and more ways for families to connect (Brad Griffin)
Brad Griffin joins dadAWESOME for part 3 of our Screens, Smartphones and Social Media theme. Brad is the Director of the Fuller Youth Institute, where he develops research-based training for youth workers and parents. He recently coauthored Every Parent's Guide to Navigating our Digital World.
60 | Media Mentor Dads (Jonathan McKee)
This is the second part of our technology conversation with Jonathan McKee and we dive deep into current realities and practical action steps. If you missed part 1 of our conversation, here's episode 59. Jonathan McKee is the author of over twenty books and has over 20 years youth ministry experience speaking to parents and leaders worldwide.
59 | Screens, Smartphones & Social Media (Technology Month Part 1)
Jonathan McKee joins us to kickoff our Technology month. With over 20 years youth ministry experience, Jonathan speaks to parents and leaders worldwide. He’s the author of over twenty books including the brand new THE TEEN'S GUIDE TO SOCIAL MEDIA & MOBILE DEVICES and IF I HAD A PARENTING DO OVER.
048 | Never Say No Book Discussion (Ross Manders)
Never Say No takes you on a personal journey to learn first-hand how they raised Jon and Tim of Switchfoot. They share practical advice for instilling wonder in a media-saturated culture, cultivating specific gifts, and balancing structure with individual choice. Our purpose as parents is the same as our child’s: to live creatively beyond ourselves, bringing the love, beauty and nature of God to this world. Let the adventure begin.
047 | Moment Maker Dads Part 2 (Carlos Whittaker)
This second part of the Moment Maker Dads conversation with Carlos Whittaker explores waking ourselves up to living our life rather than letting life live you.
046 | Moment Maker Dads Part 1 (Carlos Whittaker)
Carlos Whittaker joins dadAWESOME for a 2-part interview to kick off the Moment Maker Dads theme for the month of December. This vulnerable conversation explores the power of words, living as a Great Commission family, the powerful example of his father and finding freedom through identifying lies hidden deep in our hearts.
043 | Inside-Out Dad Life Week 2 (Matt Keller)
Join Matt Keller for Part 2 as he dives deeper into Inside-Out Dad Life and inspires us to lead and parent from a full and vibrant heart.
042 | Inside-Out Dad Life Week 1 (Matt Keller)
Join Matt Keller as he inspires dads to lead and parent from a full and vibrant heart.
039 | Heart Issues, Family Bible Reading & Words That Build Up (Eric Iverson)
Eric Iverson joins dadAWESOME for a vulnerable conversation about leading his family in Bible reading, the importance of paying attention to his wife, and the tendency to focus on behavior-change instead of dealing with heart issues.
038: Pursuing Shalom, Chasing Dreams & Being All-On-Dad (Paul Hurckman)
Paul and his wife Candace have 4 children (2 bigs and 2 littles) and they live in Minneapolis where they love to bike, run and host popsicle extravaganza gatherings for their neighborhood. Paul is the Executive Director at Venture Expeditions.
036: Road Trips, Fatherlessness & The Hip Hop Family (Korey "XROSS" Dean)
Korey “XROSS” Dean joins dadAWESOME to discuss fatherlessness, cultivating a path for his kids and allowing God to reshape how we process information.
035: Building a Legacy of Boldness (Jono Zantingh)
Join Pastor Jono Zantingh as he brings incredible insights to stepping into ministry as a family while launching and leaning into new things.
(bonus) Midweek dadIDEAS from Ep33
Ephesians 6:1-3 "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth."
033: Listen For Jesus' Voice & Do What He Says (John Wyatt)
This incredible conversation explores asking for forgiveness, praying for our kids to hear God's voice, honoring the Lord with our money and the parallels between surfing ocean waves and our role as fathers.
Manhood, Courage & Adventure (episode 031 w/ Vince Miller)
Join us as author, speaker and founder, Vince Miller, shares about living every moment out of the character of Jesus and using any teachable moment as a moment to teach about God.
dad IDEAS (from episode 30)
Your greatest contribution to the kingdom of God may not be something you do but someone you raise.
Speaking The Language Of Our Kids (Episode030 w/ Dave Adamson)
Online and Social Media Pastor Dave Adamson joins dadAWESOME and gives some unique insights into speaking a language our kids understand, unlocking laughter, play and love.