Episodes
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How to Stop Bringing Work Stress Home with Crystal Rowland
You can keep your composure with a boss, customer, or coworker all day, then walk through your front door and lose patience with the people you love. That’s emotional carryover, and it can change how you show up with your family. In this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod Richard talks with…
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The 19th Child: Breaking Family Patterns with Paul Lamar Hunter
What does fatherhood look like when your parents worked hard to keep you alive, but you still grew up feeling their absence? In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with Paul Lamar Hunter, author of No Love, No Charity: The Success of the 19th Child. Paul was born…
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What If Your Child’s Behavior Isn’t the Problem? with Geoff Owen
What if the behavior you keep correcting is only the alarm, while the real fire is still burning? In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with Geoff Owen, founder of Biologically Aligned Parenting and author of The Parenting Assumption, for a challenging…
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Retirement Planning for Fathers: Money, Marriage, Identity and Purpose
Retirement planning often begins with a number. The harder question is what happens to your routine, identity, marriage, health and purpose when your career ends. In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with retirement planner Chris Maduri. Chris has spent nearly…
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What Are You Retiring To? Money, Marriage, and Purpose After Work | Chris Maduri
Retirement planning often begins with a number. The harder question is what happens to your routine, identity, marriage, health and purpose when your career ends. In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with retirement planner Chris Maduri. Chris has spent nearly…
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11 Months to Live: A Father’s Fight to Be There | Dale Atkinson
What happens to the way you see fatherhood when a doctor tells you that you may have less than a year to live? Dale Atkinson was working 14 to 16-hour days, building his career and providing for his family when life changed fast. Within weeks, his partner underwent surgery for lung cancer, his...
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What Will Be in the Slideshow at Your Funeral? | Richard G. Riccardi
What will be in the slideshow at your funeral? Richard G. Riccardi joins me for a conversation about fatherhood, faith, family, work, and what remains when the career eventually ends. Richard spent years building businesses and chasing professional goals. Now, as a grandfather looking back, he...
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Leadership Under Pressure: Coming Home as the Man Your Family Needs | Matt Thomas
Fatherhood is a job you never clock out from. But how do you remain present at home when your career requires you to operate under constant pressure? Matt Thomas spent more than three decades in Arizona law enforcement, serving in patrol, narcotics, investigations and training. He also led SWAT...
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Win at Home First with Brandon Colbert
In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Brandon Colbert, founder of Diapers, Dumbbells, and Deeds, for a conversation about fatherhood, marriage, real estate, legacy, and winning at home first. Brandon shares his journey as a husband, father, real estate investor, and...
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Sobriety, Strength, and Fatherhood with Drew Sinclair
In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Drew Sinclair for a real conversation about fatherhood, faith, sobriety, fitness, and freedom. Drew shares how he retired from the Coast Guard, sold everything, moved his family into an RV, and began living a more intentional…
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What Fathers Can Learn About Fitness, Discipline, and Financial Peace
In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Jared Stein, COO of Strategy Financial Group, for a real conversation on discipline, fitness, financial preparedness, and what it takes to keep growing as a man through different seasons of life. Jared shares his path from Wall...
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How to Stay Dangerous in the Right Ways as a Father | John Mulligan
In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with John Mulligan, also known as Johnny Utah, for a conversation that goes way beyond hunting. This episode is about discipline, patience, work ethic, marriage, raising kids, masculinity, identity, and what it looks like to lead your...
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The Body Heals Itself | Fatherhood, Strength & Natural Healing w/ Ben Page
This episode starts where it should — not with credentials, but with character. Rod sits down with Dr. Ben Page to talk about who he is as a man and father before ever touching chiropractic, books, or business. Ben shares what it’s like raising a 20-year-old and a 2-year-old at the same time, and...
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The White Noise Season of Parenting (And Why It Still Counts)
Fatherhood lessons from a real conversation with James Fouché. We talk about defining a “good day,” fatherhood across countries, breaking cycles, infertility and marriage pressure, choosing presence, the “white noise” season of parenting, being a “silly daddy,” and a message to dads who feel like...
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The Expecting Father Season: Systems, Security, and Legacy
In this 4 Fit Fatherhood episode, Rod and Mike Cooper talk about what it feels like to become a present provider before the baby even arrives. Mike returns to the show as an expecting dad and keeps it real about the excitement, the fear, and the mindset shift that hits when it goes from “someday”...
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From Payments to Prosperity (For Real-Life Dads)
Rod sits down with Tony Manganiello (Tony Mags), a dad of seven and finance educator, to talk about the pressure most fathers carry but rarely say out loud: money stress. Tony shares how growing up without his dad shaped his view that finances cast a shadow over family life, then breaks down why…
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Hold the Heat: How Dads Stay Present Under Pressure w/ Morgan Rich
Most men can push through intensity. A lot of dads still struggle to hold it. On this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits with Morgan Rich (author of The Invitation Beyond and creator of Threshold Coaching, “Training for the Unknown”) to talk about staying present under...
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Build A Body You’re Proud Of After 40 with Ben Brown of Body Systems
Episode overview Most men over 40 think their best days are behind them. Ben Brown would disagree. In this conversation, Rod and Ben talk about what it takes for high-performing fathers to build a body they are proud of, without wrecking their marriage, career, or sanity. They break down time,...
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Healing the Modern Man: Redefining Strength with Dr. Michael Brasher
Healing the Modern Man with Dr. Michael Brasher In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Brasher for a real conversation about fatherhood, masculinity, and emotional leadership. Michael breaks down why so many men carry unspoken grief, how it shapes the way we show up at home, and what it...
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How to Pay for College Without Going Broke: Financial Planning for Dads
🎓 College planning without breaking the bank? In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Paul Compeau, Certified Financial Planner and founder of BridgeWise College Planning. Paul breaks down how to help your kids attend top-tier universities like NYU, Stanford, and...
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What the Banks Don’t Want Fathers to Know — with Coach Doug Peacock
The banks don’t buy what they sell us. They buy cash value policies and use them like a vault. Today, Coach Doug Peacock shows dads how to run that same play at home. After 40 years on the football field building young men, Coach Peacock is now helping fathers become the financial leaders of…
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Ambitious Dads: Redefining “Provider” and Presence w/ Jeff Hittner
Executive coach Jeff Hittner, founder of Ambitious Dads, joins Rod to unpack why so many high-performing men feel confident at work yet uncertain at home. Jeff shares his personal journey into intentional fatherhood, the six big gaps he sees in modern dads (balance, confidence, emotional...
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Breaking Generational Chains with Matt Morizio
In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Matt Morizio — husband, father of seven, former pro baseball player, and wealth advisor — to talk about faith, family, fitness, and finance. Matt shares his journey from professional baseball to fatherhood and finance, how chapel...
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The 3 C’s of Fatherhood with Myer Krah
📝 Episode Summary On this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Myer Krah, Navy veteran, father of five, and the voice behind the Here 4 The Dads movement. This is more than just a conversation—it’s a powerful exchange between two men committed to breaking generational…
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Legacy Leadership & Financial Freedom: Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Cedric B. Howard
In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with Dr. Cedric B. Howard—author, speaker, and higher education leader with over 30 years of experience—to explore what it means to be a father, a leader, and a generational change-maker. Dr. Howard shares his…
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How Fathers Can Raise Extraordinary Kids with Barry Garapedian
🔑 Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Barry Garapedian—former Wall Street executive turned youth mentor, speaker, and author of Winning the Game of Life: The 7 Lessons You Never Learned in School. Together, they unpack actionable ways...
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Fatherhood, Faith & Fitness: Building Legacy with Jeremy B. Hill
Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Jeremy B. Hill—entrepreneur, husband of 29 years, father of three, and founder of JB Capital—for a raw and insightful conversation on what it means to lead a legacy-driven life as a man and...
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Faith, Fatherhood & the Long Game with Pastor Aaron Levy
On this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod sits down with Pastor Aaron Levy – a father of three girls, longtime pastor, and founder of Daily Drip Faith. You’ve heard his voice in our weekly segments, but today we take the time to go deeper. This episode hits on: Authority vs. influence in parenting...
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Fast Lane Fatherhood: Building Legacy, Faith, and Presence with David Maus Jr.
In this week’s episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod sits down with David Maus Jr., a former auto executive turned wellness advocate and content creator who’s passionate about legacy, intentional living, and being fully present as a father. They talk about: How David learned to stop performing and…
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Celebrate the Simple: Fatherhood, Reflection & Real Talk – with D'Anthony Ward
Episode Summary: In this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod sits down with D'Anthony Ward, creator of Dad Vlog, for a conversation full of honesty, humor, and depth. D'Anthony shares how he’s built a parenting philosophy centered on simplicity, intentionality, and problem-solving. They explore: How...
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Resilience Over Overwhelm: How Fathers Can Lead with Strength, Purpose, and Clarity – with Russell Harvey
Welcome back to the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast — where we explore faith, family, finance, and fitness to help fathers become the leaders they’re meant to be. This week, I’m joined by Russell Harvey, known around the world as The Resilience Coach. Russell brings over a decade of experience helping...
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"Dear Son... pt. 2" w/ Derek Johns
Summary In this conversation, D. Johns and Rod Richard explore the multifaceted journey of fatherhood, discussing the importance of communication, the dynamics of parenting, and the impact of personal growth on relationships. They emphasize the privilege of being a father, the significance of...
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The Journey of Fatherhood and Fitness w/ Matt Fleekop
Summary In this conversation, Rod Richard and Matt Fleekop explore the multifaceted roles of fatherhood and coaching, emphasizing the importance of community, communication, and consistency in both fitness and parenting. They discuss how coaches can alleviate the mental burden of fitness…
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The Power of Compassionate Leadership w/ Chad Brignac
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard interviews Chad Brignac, a consultant, author, and speaker, who shares his insights on fatherhood, leadership, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the concepts of compassionate leadership, self-awareness, and...
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How can I share everything I've learned? w/ Danny Feltsman
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard speaks with Danny Feltsman about the complexities of fatherhood, including their personal experiences, the impact of cultural shifts on parenting, and the importance of emotional intelligence. They discuss the challenges of...
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Empowering Daughters: The Role of Fathers
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the essential roles fathers play in the lives of their daughters. He emphasizes the importance of building self-worth, being a positive role model, and navigating the balance between protection and control. The...
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Father of the Day
You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/4fit20 Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard reflects on the challenges of January 2025, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and effective routines in navigating life's ups and downs. He discusses the transition from…
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Rising Tides Raise All Ships
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/4FFJAN Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the four pillars of fatherhood: faith, family, finance, and fitness. He shares personal experiences and challenges faced in a busy...
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"You're already a success."
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/4FFJAN #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Summary In this episode of the F4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the importance of self-care, routines, and mindset for fathers. He emphasizes that…
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Building Mental Wealth for Fathers
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/4FFJAN Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the importance of fatherhood in 2025, focusing on mental wealth, effective communication, and leadership. He shares personal...
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"Ask Powerful Questions... Then Listen" w/ Nick Jonsson
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard speaks with Nick Jonsson, who shares his journey from Sweden to Southeast Asia, his struggles with isolation and addiction, and how he rebuilt his life and relationships, particularly with his son. They discuss the…
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Transforming Fatherhood Through Fitness w/ Dane Palarino
Summary In this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, host Rod Richard speaks with Dane Palarino about the transformative journey of fatherhood and fitness. Dane shares his personal story of overcoming struggles with health and happiness, emphasizing the importance of establishing a morning routine,...
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Dad's Guide: Empowering Teens in a Digital Age with Kevin Baker
Summary In this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, host Rod Richard engages with life coach Kevin Baker to explore the multifaceted aspects of fatherhood, focusing on the four pillars: faith, family, fitness, and finance. They discuss the challenges of parenting in the digital age, the importance of...
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Just get started... on being the best father. w/ Brian Ondrako
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard engages in a deep conversation with Brian Ondrako, a seasoned podcaster and author. They explore the journey of fatherhood, the importance of consistency in parenting, and the impact of personal growth on family life. Brian...
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"Investing in your children is your greatest investment." w/ Bubba Page
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard speaks with Bubba Page about the intersection of fatherhood and entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of balancing family life with business responsibilities, the significance of investing time and energy into...
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"You have to win the night." How to Create a Winning Morning Routine Weekly Wrap-Up 9/11/24
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, host Rod Richard discusses the challenges of balancing fatherhood with personal wellness. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a solid morning routine, the benefits of mental clarity through supplements like Magic Mind, and the...
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Four Lessons from My Three Sons w Jeff Nelligan
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard interviews guest Jeff Nelligan, a father of three adult sons. They discuss the importance of teaching values and life skills to children from a young age, the role of sports in building character and resilience, and the...
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Weekly Wrap-Up 9/3/24- Establishing a Routine for Self-Care
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the importance of taking care of oneself as a father. He emphasizes the need for physical, mental, and emotional well-being in order to effectively handle the responsibilities of fatherhood. Rod also talks about the...
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Weekly Wrap-Up 8/28/24 - Continuous Growth and Adaptation in Fatherhood
Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the importance of adjusting strategies while maintaining the same vision as a father. He emphasizes the need for continuous growth and adaptation as children grow older. Rod also highlights the significance of spending...
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A Race Against Blindness w/ Dr. Stephen Johnston
Summary Dr. Steven Johnson, a father, radiologist, non-profit founder, and Ironman athlete, shares his journey of founding a non-profit organization called Race Against Blindness after his son was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic condition that causes vision loss. He discusses...