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.

The Healing Benefits of Hypnotherapy, with guest Meera Duncan
My guest is Meera Duncan, Registered Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapist. Owner of 3rd Eye Hypnotherapy. In this episode, we discus hypnotherapy, how hypnosis effects our everyday lives, and how parents and kids can benefit from its applications. Meera received an...
Indigenous Healing and Compassion, with guest Randi Sager
My guest is Randi Sager, an Indigenous Psychologist from Okotoks, AB. In this episode, we talk about the importance of healing and compassion for Indigenous Peoples. Acknowledgement of the artwork displayed in this poster: Valerie Furgason, donated this drawing to...
How to Connect with Yourself and Navigate Life’s Priorities, with guest Linda Tilson
My guest is Linda Tilson from Washington state. Linda is a big promoter of men’s wellness. In this episode, we talk about how men can connect with themselves, their families, and their work.
The Dynamics of Emotional Development, with guest Devon Wolfe
My guest is Devon Wolfe from Kelowna, BC, Canada. Devon is the owner/operator of WolfeWisdom.ca. She helps parents and schools learn how to use an Emotion-focused approach to support children and teens’ development.
Top 10 Cartoon TV Dads, Father’s Day Special
Father's Day Special, with my boys (Shea and Rhett). Our ranking of Top 10 Cartoon TV Dads. We will include both bio dads (e.g., Homer and Fred Flintstone) and dad-figures (e.g., Splinter from Ninja Turtles and The Man in the Yellow Hat from Curious George). Will your...
Authentic Dads, with guest Stephen J. Whitton
My guest is Stephen J. Whitton from England. Stephen has been working in the automotive industry for 35 years. He started the Menable movement to motivate mental health awareness and prevention within the automotive sector. In this episode, Stephen and I talk about...
Parental Engagement in Kids’ Education with guest Gus Wensmann
How involved should parents be in their kids’ schooling? How much is not enough? Is it possible to be too involved? Does it depend on the ages and grades of your kids? These are some of the things we explored during this episode. My guest is Gus Wensmann, teacher of...
Beyond Kids: Ways for Couples to Connect with guest, Sara Dimerman
Sara Dimerman is a psychologist practicing in Toronto. She is the author of several books about parenting and relationships, and the host of her podcast: Experts Connect with Help Me Sara. In this episode, we talk about how intimate relationships change when partners...
Successful ADHD Parenting with guest Dr. Caroline Buzanko
My guest is Dr. Caroline Buzanko, Psychologist, Clinical Director of Koru Family Psychology in Calgary, and Assistant Professor at Athabasca University. In this episode, we talk about the struggles that parents of kids with ADHD often face, the shame epidemic of ADHD,...
Healing from Grief with guest Ashley Mielke
My guest is Ashley Mielke, Registered Psychologist, Founder and CEO of the Grief and Trauma Healing Centre in Edmonton. In this episode, we talk about grief, how it can impact families, how to heal from grief and support our kids' healing as well.