Real Dads Podcast
Parenting is hard but also very rewarding. Real Dads Podcast is all about connecting, self-reflection, and self-improvement for all dads and moms. We explore engaged parenting and how to maintain strong relationships with our kids, other important grown-ups in our lives, and ourselves.
You Are Not Alone: Suicide Prevention Through Connection, with Guest John Thompson
My guest is John Thompson, Supervisor of Outreach and Education at Lethbridge Family Services. John has worked in the area of suicide prevention since 1989. In this episode, we talk about suicide prevention and why connectedness and resources are important. September...
Wait, Who’s Raising My Kid? How parents can maintain influence in today’s world, with guest Michael Gurian.
My guest is Dr. Michael Gurian. Michael is the New York Times Bestselling Author of 32 books published in 33 languages, including: -Boys, A Rescue Plan (2025) -The Wonder of Girls (2002) -Saving Our Sons (2017) Michael s also co-founder of the Gurian Institute, which...
Super Daddio: The Power-Ups of Fatherhood and Mario
Father's Day Special. Me and my youngest boy: Rhett. Super Daddio: The Power-Ups of Fatherhood and Mario. Mario has Power-Ups: mushrooms make him bigger; fire flowers make him shoot fire balls; feathers make him fly; stars make him invincible. Dads have Power-Ups too....
Game On: Healthy Minds and Spines for Kids, with guest Dr. Brett Hill
My guest is Dr. Brett Hill, Chiropractor from Calgary. In this episode, we discuss the effects of modern gaming on children’s development, and what parents can do to promote healthy use of gaming and brain/spinal cord development for their kids. Dr. Brett Hill...
Maintaining Balance During Times of Uncertainty, with Doctors Richard Marshall and Berney Wilkinson
My guests are Doctors Richard Marshall and Berney Wilkinson from Florida. The current political and economic climates within North America are taking a toil on many people. Join us for a discussion on the psychological effects that this is having on parents,...
Fostering Children’s Emotions and Natural State of Wonder, with guest Dr. Emily Keller
My guest is Dr. Emily Keller, Play Therapist from California. In this episode, Emily discusses children’s natural state of wonder and their emotional world, along with what parents can do to foster a healthy state of wonder and emotional expression. Dr. Emily Keller:...
Silent Nights: Helping Kids Sleep and Stay Calm This Holiday Season, with guest Sammy Merritt
My guest is Sammy Merritt, Counselling Psychologist, Certified in Pediatric Sleep. In this episode, Sammy discusses the impacts that the holidays have on kids’ emotional regulation and sleep, and what parents can do to help their children regulate their emotions and...
Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder for Parents, with guest Jessica Heil
My guest is Jessica Heil, Psychologist, Director, Supervisor, and Podcaster from Calgary. In this episode, Jessica talks about Borderline Personality Disorder and what parents need to know if their teenage or adult child has or is suspected to have this disorder. To...
Empowered Motherhood, with guest Vange Cain
My guest is Vange Cain, model, author, and women’s empowerment coach from Toronto. In this episode, Vange talks about her journey in motherhood, how moms can feel empowered in their role, and how dads can support them.
The Joys and Pressures of Sport Parenting, with guest Jennifer Spriddle
My guest is Jennifer Spriddle. Jennifer is a former competitive athlete. She has also parented athletes. She has a Bachelor of Physical Education, Masters (Sports Psychology), and is a Registered Psychologist who works with me at Associates Counselling Services In...