Hosted by Ryan Walton · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 20 episodes
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Daring to Dad holds conversations at the intersections of fatherhood, faith and masculinity. Join us as we engage in candid conversations with fathers from all walks of life, sharing stories, challenges, and insights that inspire and resonate. Whether you’re a new dad navigating parenting, someone curious about the intersection of masculinity and spirituality, or just looking to connect with relatable experiences, ”Daring to Dad” offers a space to learn, reflect, and grow together. Tune in and be part of a community daring to rethink what it means to be a dad.
Ryan Walton hosts Daring to Dad, a kids show with 20 episodes published.
What does it actually mean to become a father in a world where expectations have changed, but support hasn’t always caught up? In this episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with therapist, writer, and father Eli Weins
This one’s personal. In this special episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan reconnects with longtime friend and author Cara Meredith to talk about a place that shaped—and complicated—both of their lives: church camp. They dive d
In this powerful episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with licensed clinical social worker Tisheila Justice to unpack the silent struggles of men in the postpartum period. From hormonal changes in fathers to the emot
What happens when the title, the paycheck, or the role you’ve always played no longer feels like enough? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with therapist John Shearer, founder of Kickstart Men’s Therapy in Ont
What’s really holding men back from living the life they want? And how can we start to break free from feeling stuck? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with Ryan Olufson, a certified Primal Question coach who
Why do so many men struggle to connect with their emotions? And what does it really take to break free from the pressures of hypermasculinity? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with therapist Patch McCormick t
Men’s mental health is often overlooked, misunderstood, and full of misconceptions. Why do so many men hesitate to seek therapy? And how can we create spaces where they actually feel supported? In this episode of Daring
What does it truly mean to be a man today? In this episode of Daring to Dad, I sit down with Ludo Gabriele, writer, thought leader, and founder of WokeDaddy.com, to explore the complexities of masculinity, fatherhood, an
Welcome back to season 2 of the Daring to Dad podcast! I'm kicking of the season with Zack Alexander, a spiritual and leadership mentor whose transformative journey is reshaping conversations around trauma, masculinity,
In this episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with Joshua Harris to explore the profound journey of personal transformation and self-discovery. Many will recognize Josh from his years as a prominent voice within a cer
In this episode of Daring to Dad, Ryan sits down with Joshua Harris to explore the profound journey of personal transformation and self-discovery. Many will recognize Josh from his years as a prominent voice within a cer
Summary: This week's guest is Ryan Meeks. Ryan, along with his wife Michelle, has dedicated his life to guiding others toward healing, self-discovery, and deeper connection. With a background that spans 20 years as an or
In this episode of the Daring to Dad podcast, Ryan reconnects with seasoned coach, Travis Streb, who shares insights on his work with men and couples, the emotional complexities of parenting, and the importance of integr
What is the impact of growing up without a father? What impact does it have on the families that come next? In this conversation, Ryan Rucker shares his journey of navigating fatherhood without a father figure in his lif
In this heart-to-heart episode, we chat with Zack Kasabo, the amazing school counselor who's taken social media by storm with his down-to-earth advice on managing kids' behavior. Zack opens up about his own mental health
In this heartfelt conversation, Ryan and Ben Webster open up about their deeply personal journeys of self-discovery and growth. They share their experiences with playing certain roles in life, such as the 'nice guy,' and
CJ Casciotta is an award-winning media producer of kids & family entertainment trusted by Forbes, Tech Crunch, Sesame Studios, and MGM. He's the author of 2 books, Get Weird and The Forgotten Art of Being Ordinary, both
Ryan is joined this week by his brother, Reid Walton, LMFT. They share their experiences as fathers and the influences that shaped their ideas of fatherhood. They also discuss the qualities of a good father and the chall
In this conversation, Ryan Walton speaks with renowned writer coach and men's leader, Dan Doty. They discuss the evolving role of men and fathers in today's society and the challenges they face. Dan shares his personal j
How do we navigate raising kids while experiencing shifts and evolution in our own understanding of the world? Brian Recker shares his upbringing in Christian fundamentalism and how it shaped his idea of masculinity and
Cara Meredith
author, speaker, public theologian, development director
1 appearance on this show
John Shearer
Kickstart Men's Therapy
1 appearance on this show
Zack Alexander
Spiritual Leadership Mentor
1 appearance on this show
Joshua Harris
Vice President of Public Engagement at the Obama Foundation · Every Nation Church
2 appearances on this show
Ben Webster
Burton Albion Community Trust
1 appearance on this show
Dan Doty
Everyman
1 appearance on this show
Brian Recker
former evangelical pastor and author
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski
researcher, speaker, consultant, educator
1 appearance on this show
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