Good Dads Great Communities Ep. 7 - Strong Schools, Strong Communities: Getting Involved with Local Elementary Schools
Release Date: 07/22/2025
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Communicating Well with Other Grown-Ups in your Child's Life • Good Dads Podcast
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Good Dads inspires, resources and encourages ALL dads to be more involved in the lives of their children. When a community encourages responsible fatherhood, everyone wins. Find out more about Good Dads at our website: Get involved by finding the right program for you: Donate to support the Good Dads mission! What can coaching kids teach us about being better dads? In this episode, we're thrilled to speak with father of four Dr. Jon Spence about the ways dads can take what works on the field or court— like building trust, setting expectations, helping kids with confidence — and...
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The Impact of Mentorship in Fatherhood | Good Dads
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Why do people choose to invest their time in helping dads succeed? In the newest episode of the Good Dads Podcast, host J Fotsch sits down with two experienced Good Dads facilitators who are making a lasting impact on fathers and families: Please join us in welcoming two highly skilled long-time facilitators: Janice Reynolds, a Good Dads master facilitator and retired teacher; and Dr. Benjy Lampert, a retired anesthesiologist who also serves on the executive board for Good Dads. Together, Janice and Benjy share why they are passionate about guiding and supporting fathers who are working...
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New Workshops for Dads and Couples | Good Dads Podcast
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We're back! After a hiatus, the Good Dads Podcast returns with a reinvigorated focus on equipping dads with the tools they need to grow, lead, and succeed at home. In our first returning episode, Good Dads sits down with two new staff members to share our excitement about an all-new program that's changing the face of responsible fatherhood efforts in Missouri. We hope you'll join us for this fun and insightful conversation! We're happy to introduce two key leaders making a real impact in the fatherhood space: Scott Lewis – Project Manager for the FORGE Program; and Ryan Glidwell –...
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The Difference a Dad Makes Ep. 8 - Balancing Habits for School Success Pt. 1
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In this episode of The Difference a Dad Makes, hosts J. Fotsch and Brian Mattson welcome elementary PE teacher and dad, Myles Wilson, for a fun and practical discussion about helping kids develop healthy habits for school success. From the importance of routines and physical activity to managing screen time, Myles shares how movement, emotional regulation, and positive social skills set the stage for better learning. Drawing from his experience as both a teacher and parent, Myles emphasizes that kids thrive when they have consistent routines, opportunities to move, and encouragement to see...
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Good Dads Great Communities Ep. 8 - Engaged Fathers, Empowered Kids: A Success Story with Strong Schools
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In this episode of Good Dads Great Communities, J. Fotsch and Director of Communications Diana Dudenhoeffer sit down with Strong Schools Captains Joshua Rowlett and Ben Buschjost to hear firsthand how intentional father involvement is transforming schools, families, and communities. From the library to the manufacturing floor, Joshua and Ben share how dads—and other male role models—are stepping up through the Good Dads Strong Schools program to build stronger connections with their children. Through simple activities like pipe cleaner monsters and water bottle flips, these fathers are...
info_outlineIn this episode of Good Dads Great Communities, Dr. Jennifer L. Baker and J. Fotsch sit down with Strong Schools Coordinator Jim Millsap and Good Dads Board Member Dr. Mike Dawson—an experienced educator and retired Branson Schools administrator—to explore how simple interactions between dads and their kids can build stronger families and schools. Drawing on their decades in education and personal experiences as fathers, Jim and Mike explain how the Strong Schools initiative helps fathers—and father figures—connect meaningfully with their children while transforming school culture.
The conversation shows how simple, low-cost activities like making paper airplanes or sharing donuts can create ripple effects in the community. The guests share heartfelt stories and strong reminders that showing up, being present, and engaging in even small activities can leave a lasting impact. Whether it’s dads building trust, showing vulnerability, or just sharing a laugh with their kids, this episode powerfully demonstrates the everyday strength of intentional fatherhood.
Episode Highlights
[05:25] “It’s superhero day. I mean like, hey, Dad’s here … It’s just such a powerful impact.”
[06:15] “You have another ripple effect then with the moms … they’re boasting and bragging that their dad’s involved.”
[10:18] “I just need permission, a place and the time guidelines. It’s purposely made to maximize positive interactions.”
[13:54] “You just open that can—curriculum is very low tech. Just be present and so much fruit will come out of it.”
[16:13] “Children who are growing up in a home without a dad don’t even have a male role model at school.”
[18:37] “Here’s an easy way for a grandpa to have another structured opportunity to connect.”
[27:07] “You could be the best advocate for adding that to your school—more so than we can.”
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