Reflecting on Ten Years of Impact and Building What Comes Next
Release Date: 12/31/2025
The Skills Men Need for Marriage Health and Leadership at Home
The Dad Edge Podcast
In this solo episode, I pull back the curtain on everything happening inside the Dad Edge ecosystem as we close out January and head into February. If your marriage feels disconnected, your health slipped during the holidays, or you’ve been looking for real skills—not motivation—this episode lays out exactly what’s available and how to plug in. I share my own story of marriage struggle, why only a small percentage of couples truly feel connected, and how becoming a student of marriage completely changed the trajectory of my relationship. From February’s marriage-focused...
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What Couples Get Wrong About Sex in Long-Term Relationships featuring Dr. Nicole McNichols
The Dad Edge Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nicole McNichols, psychologist, professor at the University of Washington, and author of You Could Be Having Better Sex, for one of the most honest, research-backed conversations we’ve ever had about sex, intimacy, and connection in long-term marriage. This isn’t about sex positions, tricks, or “trying harder.” It’s about why good marriages lose momentum over time, how pressure and expectations quietly kill desire, and why emotional connection is often the real foreplay. Dr. Nicole breaks down why scheduling sex can backfire, how shame...
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When Marriage Feels Hopeless How to Rebuild Connection and Attraction
The Dad Edge Podcast
In this Q&A episode, I’m joined once again by Uncle Joe for a deep, honest conversation around one of the most painful places a man can find himself—feeling unwanted, disconnected, and hopeless in his marriage. We respond to a question from a husband who hasn’t felt physical or emotional connection from his wife in over two years, and we unpack what really breaks down in marriages long before intimacy disappears. This conversation goes far beyond surface-level advice. We talk about why most men were never trained for marriage, how resentment quietly builds, why treating...
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Why Emotional Intelligence Is the Missing Skill in Modern Fatherhood featuring Mick Hunt
The Dad Edge Podcast
What does real leadership actually look like at home—not just at work? In this episode, I sit down with Mick Hunt, leadership and culture coach, to break down what emotional intelligence, boundaries, and masculine presence really mean for husbands and fathers. Mick shares powerful insights on why being the “nice guy” often kills polarity and attraction in marriage, how emotional intelligence is a strength (not a soft skill), and why men need intentional transition rituals to show up fully present for their families. We talk about journaling as a daily leadership practice,...
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Parenting Big Emotions Without Yelling Punishing or Guessing featuring Alyssa Campbell
The Dad Edge Podcast
Why do kids raised in the same home react so differently to the exact same situation? In this episode, I’m joined by Alyssa Campbell, author, educator, and founder of Seed & Sew, to unpack what’s really happening beneath our kids’ behaviors—and why understanding their nervous systems changes everything about how we parent. Alyssa returns to the show to talk about her new book Big Kids, Bigger Feelings, and we go deep into the overlooked developmental stage of kids ages 5–12. We discuss why “shouldn’t they know better?” is the wrong question, how regulation and...
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Rebuilding Trust in Marriage and Confidence in Fatherhood
The Dad Edge Podcast
In this second Q&A episode of 2026, I’m joined once again by Joe Bailey for a raw, honest, and deeply practical conversation with men inside our Dad Edge Alliance. We tackle two of the most common—and emotionally charged—challenges dads face: navigating marriage when divorce feels like it’s on the table, and learning when to step in (or step back) as parents with our kids. Joe brings wisdom forged through failure, humility, and redemption as he shares lessons learned from three divorces and what it actually takes to rebuild trust, emotional safety, and leadership in...
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Why Intimacy Breaks Down After Kids & How to Rebuild Connection featuring Mark and Brianna Carey
The Dad Edge Podcast
Most couples don’t drift apart because they stop loving each other—they drift apart because no one ever taught them how to stay connected. In this episode, I sit down with Mark and Brianna Carey, a powerhouse husband-and-wife team who work with couples on intimacy, communication, and emotional safety, to unpack what really happens to marriage after kids enter the picture. We talk openly about why intimacy breaks down in the early years of parenting, why sex is rarely the real problem, and how resentment quietly builds when couples stop having honest conversations. Mark and...
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Values-Based Leadership for Men Who Want to Lead at Home and Work featuring Brent Pohlman
The Dad Edge Podcast
Leadership isn’t about position, title, or authority—it’s about who you are on the inside and how you show up every day for the people who depend on you. In this episode, I sit down with Brent Pohlman, bestselling author of Leaders Look Within and the upcoming book Leading with Zest, for a powerful conversation about values-based leadership, faith, health, and having the courage to lead from the heart. Brent shares lessons from 31 years of marriage, raising a faith-centered family, and building a thriving workplace culture rooted in people-first leadership. We dive into why...
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Raising Kids Through Identity Not Pressure or Performance
The Dad Edge Podcast
We’re kicking off a brand-new year with something many of you have asked for—the return of our live Q&A episodes. In this conversation, I’m joined once again by Uncle Joe as we answer real questions from men inside our community about parenting, connection with daughters, discipline, stoicism, faith, and leadership at home. This episode goes deep. We talk about building trust with kids who feel distant, why saying “no” too often damages connection, how fathers can lead without demanding reciprocity, and the difference between white-knuckling life versus living from...
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Digital Exhaustion and Why Technology Is Draining Our Focus at Home featuring Paul Leonardi
The Dad Edge Podcast
To kick off 2026, I sit down with Dr. Paul Leonardi, author of the bestselling book Digital Exhaustion, for a conversation that felt incredibly timely—and personal. If you’ve been feeling distracted, mentally drained, short-tempered, or like your family is getting the leftovers of your energy, this episode puts clear language around what’s happening inside your brain. We dive deep into how constant app switching, nonstop notifications, and digital overload are quietly exhausting our attention, memory, marriages, and relationships with our kids. Paul breaks down the science...
info_outlineIn the final episode of 2025, I take time to reflect, express deep gratitude, and share what’s coming next for The Dad Edge as we head into 2026. This episode is about honoring what this community has built together over the past ten years, celebrating the wins, and casting a clear vision for what’s ahead for men who want to lead their families with intention.
I walk you through several major announcements—from the return of Wednesday Q&A with Uncle Joe, to our brand-new Dad Edge Alliance membership platform, upcoming marriage and health initiatives, and powerful in-person experiences like Men’s Forge. This episode is both a thank-you and a rallying cry for men who are ready to step into the next year with clarity, purpose, and brotherhood.
Timeline Summary:
[0:00] Welcoming listeners and reflecting on the final episode of 2025.
[1:23] Celebrating 10 full years of podcasting and the growth of The Dad Edge.
[1:41] Gratitude for listeners, downloads, and being ranked #1 again.
[2:22] Why fatherhood, marriage, and family are the most important work we do.
[2:56] A heartfelt thank-you to the community for showing up all year.
[3:13] Announcement: Wednesday Q&A episodes return with Uncle Joe in 2026.
[3:49] How to submit your questions for the Q&A episodes via email.
[4:06] Introducing the brand-new Dad Edge Alliance membership site.
[4:49] Why moving away from Facebook, Slack, and WhatsApp changed everything.
[5:24] Weekly call teams and global time-zone support for members.
[5:47] January focus inside the Alliance: marriage, parenting, vitality, and money.
[6:26] February marriage training focused on intimacy, passion, and connection.
[6:44] Partnership with 1st Phorm and upcoming health initiatives.
[7:18] Announcement of the 8-week transformation challenge starting February 1.
[7:55] Coaching, accountability, and community inside the challenge.
[8:54] Information call for the Roommates to Soulmates live course.
[9:14] What the Roommates to Soulmates course will teach men about marriage.
[10:02] Larry shares his personal experience with marriage disconnection.
[10:39] Men’s Forge announcement with Ryan Michler and Order of Man.
[11:01] Event dates, speakers, and why nearly everyone returned from last year.
[11:56] “Bring a Brother” and “Bring a Son” ticket options.
[12:12] Why exposing teenage sons to intentional masculinity matters.
[13:10] Announcing the December Dad Edge 1st Phorm Man of the Month.
[13:55] Recognizing Shay Chase for leadership and health coaching impact.
[14:39] Directing listeners to the full show notes and resources.
[15:01] Final thank-you and encouragement heading into 2026.
Five Key Takeaways:
- Intentional fatherhood creates generational impact, and this community exists to raise the standard for men.
- Brotherhood and accountability matter, especially when men are navigating marriage, parenting, health, and finances.
- Marriage requires skill-building and leadership, not passive hope that things will improve.
- Physical health fuels leadership at home, and structured challenges create momentum and consistency.
- The next year can look different if men commit to standards, community, and intentional action.
Links & Resources
- Dad Edge Alliance Membership: http://thedadedge.com/alliance
- Roommates to Soulmates Course: https://thedadedge.com/soulmates
- 1st Phorm Partnership: https://1stphorm.com/dadedge
- Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1421
- https://themensforge.com/
Closing Remark
Gentlemen, thank you for an incredible 2025. Thank you for showing up, doing the work, and choosing to lead your families with intention. My hope is that we bring even more men to this table in 2026 so we can continue to change lives, marriages, and families for the better. Go out and live legendary.