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.
Navigating the Parent Child Dynamic in Adult Intimate Relationships
In this episode, I talk about a very common dynamic within romantic relationships. The Parent-Child Dynamic, when one partner takes on the Adult role and the other takes on the Child role. This dynamic happens between 2 adults of any age, sexual orientation, gender...
The Dads of Nitendo
Father's Day Special! My boys (Shea and Rhett) and I. The Dads of Nintendo. Check out our ranking of Top 5 Best Nintendo Dads and Top 5 Worst Nintendo Dads. We discuss their strengths and areas for growth. We include both bio dads (e.g., Donkey Kong-Donkey Kong Jr.)...
The Pitfalls of Fatherhood
My guest for this episode is . . . ME! I'm flying solo. Talking about the most common hiccups that dads experience (based on my personal and professional experience). What are they? How can dads deal with them?
Coming Back from the Edge; My Gift, with guest Valerie Furgason.
My guest is Valerie Furgason. Valerie shares her experience with being a suicide survivor and her journey of helping herself and others, through art.
What is Needed for Mental Health in the World Today
My guest is Bosede Oyelakin from Lagos, Nigeria. In this episode, we talk about the state of mental health in the world today. This will include the current impact of stigma on mental health and what is needed for positive change. Bosede Oyelakin is a Certified...
The Importance of Family Play, with guest Dylan Tait
My guest is my colleague, Dylan Tait, Registered Psychologist at Associates Counselling Services in Lethbridge. In this episode, we discuss the importance of fun and play for families and child development. We will also talk about how parents can incorporate play even...
Life with Depression, with guest Stephen Douris
My guest is Stephen Douris from Ontario. In this episode, Stephen shares his personal journey with learning how to heal from depression and help others. Stephen is a Safe Talk Trainer, Co-Founder of a men's support group, MenTalK, in Cornwall Ontario. He is...
How to Stay Balanced and Grounded for the Holidays, with guest Dr. Richard Amaral
My guest is Dr. Richard Amaral from Ontario. Richard is a Counselling Psychologist, Author of the book, The Promise Wheel, Speaker, Blogger, Father, and Husband. His website is https://psychologyforgrowth.com/
In this episode, Richard and I discuss how parents can stay balanced and grounded during the holidays.
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...