S2EP97-J Hall-Dadvocate Extraordinaire: J Hall on Raising Young Dads

Today, we’re diving into the wild world of fatherhood with the incredible J Hall, who’s here to share some juicy insights from his book, "God Help Me, I'm a Young Dad." This episode is all about empowering young dads and helping them realize they don’t need to have it all figured out—because let’s be real, who does? J brings over 15 years of experience in higher education and a hefty dose of humor as he chats about the challenges dads face and how to tackle them with confidence (and maybe a few dad jokes along the way). We’re also exploring the beauty of showing up, being present for our kiddos, and maybe even figuring out how to change a diaper or two without losing our minds! So, buckle up, grab your favorite snack, and let’s get this dad talk rolling!J Hall is an author, podcaster, and educator with over 15 years of experience in higher education. He is the host and producer of the Okie Bookcast (okiebookcast.com), a podcast dedicated to connecting curious readers with their next great read through interviews with authors and storytellers. Since its launch in 2021, J has released more than 150 episodes across several series, including a monthly book chat show co-hosted with his daughter, author and screenwriter Hannah Herron. J is the author of God Help Me! I’m a Young Dad: 10 Essentials for Becoming the Dad Your Kids Need and College Unpacked: A Practical Guide to Choosing, Preparing For, and Excelling in College. A frequent podcast guest, he speaks on topics ranging from books and pop culture to podcasting, education, and fatherhood. J currently serves as Dean of Social Sciences at Oklahoma City Community College and lives in Newcastle with his wife and their two dogs.J's Facebook page@okiebookcast on InstagramJ's WebsiteBringing Education Home is an educational podcast brought to you by Kristina and Herb Heagh-Avritt.If you enjoy the show, we'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app!Please let your friends know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or their preferred podcast app or online at Bringing Education Home.Sponsored by Vibrant Family Education - creating Happy, Healthy and Successful kidsFollow us on these socials:FacebookLinkedInYouTubeInstagramFacebook Group - The Family Learning CircleFacebook Business Page: Vibrant Family EducationSupport Bringing Education HomeCopyright 2026 Kristina & Herb Heagh-AvrittThis podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free.