FathersFyre: Recent Episodes
Jody Sedrick
Are you ready for the greatest adventure of your life? In my weekly podcast, we explore the adventures, challenges, triumphs, sorrows, and the fun of being a dad.
I am the father of 6 kids. My wife and I had four and then God blessed us with 2 more through adoption. I think I have a unique perspective and experience to help fathers become the best dad possible.
I also love to interview other men trying to be great dads, step-dads, adopted dads, granddads, and foster dads. Let's help each other become the best men, husbands, and dads possible to leave a legacy that will endure.
In this powerful episode of Fathers Fire, Jody Sedrick is joined again by Chris Miller for a deep, honest, and necessary conversation on fatherhood, emotional growth, and how to break generational patterns of silence and suppression.
They discuss:
- Buying their daughters’ first cars and the lessons hidden in the process
- What emotional safety really looks like for kids—and how dads can foster it
- Why many men only feel “allowed” to express anger or shut down
- The masks fathers wear—and how to finally take them off
- The importance of brotherhood and community for men
- How to co-parent with respect and not use kids as weapons
- Why relationships must be chosen daily, not assumed
- Practical tools for managing emotions and showing up as a present father
Whether you're a dad, mentor, or man on a journey of growth, this episode is a must-listen. It’s real. It's raw. And it might just be the mirror you’ve been avoiding.
👉 Subscribe, like, and share this episode with a dad who needs encouragement and truth.
Guest:
Chris Miller
Mechanics Garage
🎧 Enter the Garage Podcast by Chris: enterthegarage.com
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
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Books by Jody Sedrick
But How Far Must I Go? A Journey in Faith https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life: When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
In this episode I sit down with Chris Miller—mechanic-turned “Fatherhood Architect,” coach, and founder of Mechanic’s Garage—for a real, practical talk on modern fatherhood.
We unpack the chaos and beauty of blended families, why “respect” is earned not assumed, and how dads can design their own blueprint instead of repeating (or rebelling against) their upbringing. Chris shares his “connection before correction” mantra and the three things every kid craves—feeling seen, safe, and heard. The guys dive into boundaries that unite (use we and I, not you), putting marriage first so kids feel the ripple of love, and Chris’s killer car analogies: maintain your engine (body), computers (mind), suspension (heart), and fuel system (spirit)—and be a man worthy of “high-octane” love. They close with honest talk on modeling growth, letting kids witness your repairs, and taking the first step: you go first.
Key Takeaways
- Blended family basics: set roles early with open, ongoing communication.
- Don’t copy or invert your dad—author your own blueprint.
- Lead with connection, not correction; listen between the words.
- Kids remember how you made them feel: seen, safe, heard.
- Protect the marriage: spouse first, kids second—love flows downstream.
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Do your maintenance: body, mind, heart, spirit—be “high-octane” worthy.
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- Model accountability: apologize, grow out loud, and go first.Tap in for the entire conversation.
Guest:
Chris “The Mechanic” Miller
Founder | Mechanic’s Garage
Coach | Author | Fatherhood Architect
www.enterthegarage.com
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
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Books by Jody Sedrick
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
This week on Father’s Fire, host Jody Sedrick sits down with Tyler Davis—a new dad, former youth pastor, and healthcare IT professional from Nashville—to dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of domestic adoption, fatherhood, and the silent strength men carry in the process.
Tyler shares the whirlwind story of adopting his son Cameron with his wife, the challenges they faced navigating the adoption system, and the faith that carried them through moments of doubt, grief, and hope. From parenting classes to bonding with a newborn, Tyler opens up about what it really takes to adopt and how the journey shaped his marriage and manhood.
Jody and Tyler also unpack the importance of men having safe spaces, building strong emotional support systems, and showing up as present, patient fathers—especially for adopted children who need trust and love at a deeper level.
Key Moments:
- [00:03:00] Adoption motivation & emotional journey
- [00:15:00] Bonding struggles and breakthrough moments
- [00:30:00] Being a rock for your spouse through adoption
- [00:40:00] Encouragement for dads: being raw, present & patient
Whether you’re considering adoption, walking through it now, or just want a real convo about being a dad, this episode is for you.
🔗 Connect with Tyler on TikTok: @tylerdavis1453📖 Jody’s Book: How Far Must I Go: A Journey in Faith — Available on Amazon
Teaching our kids to own their mistakes empowers them to move through life with integrity and confidence.
This week on the podcast, I’m talking about the power of speaking with grace.
I’m sharing a favorite verse—Colossians 4:6—which says:
“Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, so that you know how to answer everyone.”
It got me thinking: when we talk to our kids, are we building them up or breaking them down?
Do our words give them confidence, hope, and a sense of being truly loved—or do they leave them feeling small, discouraged, or unseen?
The truth is, how we speak matters.
Not just to our children, but also to our spouses.
This episode is a reminder (for me too) that we’ve got to be more intentional with our words. Let’s speak life, not just correction. Let’s bring grace into every conversation at home.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on this
This week I share some thoughts after watching a video of a mom telling her boy "To stop crying, be a man". We've all done it. This starts at a very young age and is teaching our boys to suppress their emotions instead of giving them the tools to navigate them.
This week I sit down with Tommy Trenton Jr. to get his thoughts, experience, and perspective of being a dad. I love what he said "I was built for this! I was built to be a dad". We explore what he means and what it takes to be the dad that your kids need.Check it out!
Today I sit down with Tyler Butler; Father of 4, Recovering Alcoholic, Ironman Athlete and Keynote Speaker.Are you struggling with addiction and trying to figure out how to break the cycle? In this episode, ee dig deep in to overcoming addiction, mending relationships, being a single dad, and healing together.
Guest:
Tyler Butler
https://www.ty-butler.com/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
This week I sit down with Rob Schruefer to explore his experience being a dad. My biggest take away "be annoyingly present as a dad". They may not appreciate it know but they will when they get older!
Guest:
Rob Schruefer
Host
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
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Check out my books
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
In this heartfelt episode of Fathers Fire, we dive into the nuances of fatherhood with guest Tracy Fisher. Navigating the complexities of co-parenting and blended family dynamics can be challenging. Tracy shares his journey of raising two sons in a positive co-parenting relationship with his ex-partner, how he fostered stability and love amid changes, and the challenges of integrating with his girlfriend's children, all while showing the importance of leading with gratitude and empathy. Tracy also reflects on his own upbringing without a father, the lasting impact of that absence, and how it shaped his determination to be a strong, loving presence for his kids. This candid conversation highlights the power of growth, resilience, and love in shaping healthier family dynamics.
Gueat:
Trace Fisher
InvolvedDad
https://involveddad.org
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
Check out my books
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
Today, I share personal insights on parenting hurt kids.
Working through the pain of divorce, separation, new family dynamics can be tumultuous and chaotic. How can we support them as they navigate the emotional mine fields that accompany these experiences and help them become resilient, emotionally vulnerable and strong?
Today, I sit down with Josh Hernandez to discuss the heartwarming journey of adopting his daughter. We dive into the emotional and transformative experience of building a blended family, exploring the meaning of unconditional love, unity, and the bonds that go beyond blood.
Guest:
Josh Hernandez
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
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Check out my books
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
In this episode, I sit down with Guinness World Record holder Joe Carlucci for a thoughtful conversation about his experiences in the kitchen with his daughter, Valentina. Together, we dive into the deeper aspects of fatherhood—how to nurture your child’s gifts, the importance of fostering genuine connection over performing for others, and the challenges of co-parenting in today's world.
Joe opens up about his personal “recipe” for successful parenting, sharing his wisdom on how to stay connected with your children while navigating the complexities of modern fatherhood.
I truly loved this conversation, and I’m confident you’ll walk away with valuable insights and actionable advice.
Guest:
Joe Carlucci
https://www.instagram.com/joecarlucci_fj/
https://valentinaspizzeria.com/
This week, I’m excited to sit down with my good friend Giancarlo Rengifo for a heartfelt conversation about fatherhood. We dive deep into the joys and challenges of being a dad, but also explore the often-overlooked importance of being best friends with your spouse or partner. We discuss how this deep connection can be a cornerstone of a strong, resilient family, and why nurturing this friendship is just as crucial as parenting itself. Join us for an insightful and inspiring discussion on building and maintaining these essential relationships in our lives.
Guest:
Giancarlo Rengifo
This week I sit down with my brother Chad Sedrick to talk about our experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics watching his daugther "Spiff" Sedrick play on the USA Women's Rugby Team. We explore our experience and the highlight of the Olympics when Spiff broke three tackles and ran the entire length of the field to tie the Bronze Medal game against Austrailia and then to score the extra point to win the Bronze Medal.Yes it was over the top amazing.
Join in to hear what it was like to be there at the 2024 Paris Olympics!
Today I've been pondering a post that I saw on Facebook by my friend Shon Hart. If you don't know Shon is the creator and Executive Director of InvolvedDad. He invited his son Levi to one of his speaking events and had his son share his daily affirmations.
It reinforced in my mind the power of affirmations to help you become the man, husband and father you aspire to be.
A lot of people complain about their father-in-law? But my father-in-law is next level! Next level AWESOME! This father's day I wanted to pay tribute to him and all of you immigrant fathers who have fled your home to build a new home in a different country.
Plus my good friend @ShonHart from InvolvedDad drops into share a few thoughts!
The past week I have been pondering conversations on both sides of the Gay Pride Month. It has really given me pause to reflect on my own experiences as with my children - what I could've done better and what I wish I could do over. I hope that as I share this parable of love and some personal thoughts that it helps you build better relationships with your children or family members who are in the LGBTQ community.I LOVE you more than I can express.Jody
If your buddy calls and invites you to a last minute car show, fishing trip, business event you will move mountains, change schedules, to make it happen. But whens the last time you moved things to do get away with your wife or do something she likes? Maybe you were first dating and married you did, but somewhere we lost that interest and passion.
I'm a little late on posting this week's podcast because rather than recording a podcast I was spending time with my beautiful wife on Mother's Day.
My wife loves barbecue so while I was barbecuing steaks, asparagus, and pineapple I had a moment to reflect on my mom, my wife, and the women who have impacted my life. Today I share some of those thoughts
Happy Mother's Day
Jody
Check out my book
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
If you would like a signed copy. Send $19.00 to cover postage to
Venmo @jody-sedrick
Cashapp $Jodysedrick
Or just order from Amazon
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This I sit down with Alex Russell and explore what it takes to be a dad of a competitive athlete. We talk about the demands on you as a dad, figuring out how much to push them, and giving them the space to discover their own talents and commitment to the game.
I had the AMAZING opportunity to go down to El Salvador to be part of the 1st IDA Certified Detailer and Skills Validated training event with Jorge Rivera, Rigo Santana, Christian Ramos Pwee, Manuel Martinez, Steve Thompson, and Little Steve (The Detail Kid). I share some thoughts and observations about being a dad from my experience in El Salvador.
How do you work through betrayal and disappointment?
Today I share some thoughts on how to work through being disappointed and let down by others while not becoming hardened in our heart.
Thanks for joining me every week!
Jody
Also check out my books
But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith
https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab
Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning
https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu
This week I sit down with Steve Thompson to explore how he balances time between all of his kids.
- How do you balance the time between all of your kids especially when one is a YouTube sensation and traveling the world?
- Meeting the emotional needs of children
- Finding a way to connect one on one with your children
- Setting your schedule around your family
- Are you late with your kids?
- If they don't have a plan will they fail? And have you failed?
- How do you prepare your kids for success and failure?
- Driven for success or more relaxed? Which is right?
- Parenting so that you diminish regret
- "Smart" vs "Street Smarts"
Guest:
Steve Thompson
Detail Doctors
https://www.detaildrs.com/
Hosts:Jody Sedrick
This week I sit down with my friend Joab Flores. We talk about the very real feelings that accompany enforcing consequences on your kids when the don't live up to the family rules.
Guest
Joab Flores
Today I sit down with my friend Joe Kimball to talk about not seeing the impact of what you do as a dad until later.
- Was I to hard on my kids?
- Balancing the line between being hard and abusive
- Setting the pattern and expectation of eating together as a family
- Owning your mistakes and becoming the kind of dad you want to be.
- How did you feel as a kid?
- Getting to the age where your kids are teaching you lessons
- Now the kids are moving out what are the conversations like with his wife
Guest
Joe Kimball
Host
Jody Sedrick
FathersFire
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Check out my 1st Book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like You're Drowning"
Order on Amazon https://a.co/d/0q8xo6r
2nd Books "But How Far Must I Go?" A Journey In Faith
Scheduled to launch Saturday March 2nd
Yesterday I got a private text message congratulating me and Judie Sedrick for our 35th Wedding Anniversary. This person also commented how he had always felt like his marriage was a burden instead of being founded on friendship and love. I thought I'd share 10 things that have helped Judie and I build our relationship over the past 35 years. I hope these help you and would love to hear what you've found helpful
- Be in hot pursuit of your wife
- Little things matter
- Sarcasm can cut the heart
- Date night
- Let it go! It’s not that important
- Be the protector of her heart in how you speak to her and about her
- Be present- just because you're there doesn’t mean you’re there
- Dream, plan, and work together
- If you are a couple of faith pray together
- Love fiercely
Last week I had an experience that really got me thinking about how we treat the women in our life. It got me thinking about 3 key things that we need to teach our daughters:
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You have a voice and deserve to be seen
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It's ok to be strong, intelligent, beautiful and sexy. (It's not your fault he's a pig)
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You belong, you are precious, and I love being with you as your dad
I'd love to hear your comments!
Jody
For the past couple of days I've been troubled by a post that I saw on Facebook that basically said "Carry Your Own Burden". When I think about the fact that 70% of all suicides are men I think there has to be a better way than "Carry Your Own Burden" or "Pull yourself up by the bootstraps". I explore some thoughts about creating an environment were we can support and love each other through our dark moments and be there for each other.
I'd love to hear your thoughts
Have a blessed day! And be the blessing that someone needs.
Cheers
Jody Sedrick
This week I sit down with Ryan Griggs to talk about his journey of being a single dad, a girl dad, dating, working through addiction, getting married, and going to be a dad for a second time this summer. What are the key things he's learned along the way?
Show highlights:
• Being a girl dad of a 13 year old going on 30
• The challenges of being a single dad, dating, and getting married
• Being purposeful in your relationships with your kids and your wife
• Working through addiction - Being open with your addiction
• Working through expectations placed on us
• 3 keys things to become a better dad
Guest:
Ryan Griggs
Blue Line
Today I'd thought I'd share an experience I had as an 8/9 year old boy where I didn't get a present for Christmas, or at least that's what I thought. Sometimes the gifts are right in front of us, we just need to look up.
Wil and I got so many amazing interaction, comments, advice and questions in episode 247 "What is the difference going from one kid to two?" where Wil brought up the question "How do I make my wife feel secure?"
In this episode we dig deeper into his questions and some of the comments that were made.We'd love to hear your comments and advice.
Enjoy this very important conversation
Guest:
Wil Fosett
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
A lot of us men struggle because we are trapped in the swamp of yesterday. We didn't have a father in the home. One of our parents had an addiction problem. ":Parenting" was administered by physical and emotional abuse and a myriad of other reasons that have left you destitute of a positive role model. How do you break the cycle? How do you change the trajectory?
We tend to act out of a place of pride, anger, or fear?
What triggers us?
Do we feel unappreciated?
Do we feel unseen?
Do we feel disrespected? Is that rooted in never having a voice as a child?
You can’t heal what you never reveal! Unveil the mask
A lot of times we are holding on to ill feelings and the other person doesn’t even know, is oblivious, or doesn’t care. So the animosity you feel is cankering your heart and soul
Be the change you want to see
This week I sit down with Wil Fosset to explore the difference in going from one child to two. Can it be that different? How are he and his wife managing the difference?We also explore what it takes to keep your relationship alive and thriving when you are juggling kids and a career.What has your experience been when you added a child to your family? Was it is going or a totally new experience.Guest:Wil FossetMillenial MentorHost:Jody SedrickFathers Fire
This week I give a shout out to Steve Thompson owner of The Detail Drs in Boise, Idaho. He and his family decided to do 75 hard together. They were doing really well as a family and one of his daughter's missed a day. So what did he do? Rather than let her fail he started over with her.What would you have done?Have a GREAT week!Jody
This week I share some thoughts about taking on the entire weight of the challenges of life on your shoulders and neglecting to include your wife who wants to be part of your life and finding the solution.
I also talk about running into a hurricane of problems and trying to control every aspect as well as stirring up the pot in the name of "solving the problem"
I'd love to hear your thoughts
Cheers
Jody
We tend to define our life by a single moment. When in reality it is a series of moments that lead to something tragic or something amazing. A series of moments define our character and who we become. A single moment can ruin a reputation, it can set us on a new trajectory. When we are purposeful in crafting moments we can create a life that is fulfilling and leave a legacy on our children that will last far into their life.What are you doing with the moments you've been given?CheersJody
This week I sit down with Ray Evans and talk about the challenges and fun of being with his wife 24/7 juggling a thriving detailing business, keeping their 10-year relationship fresh, and parenting a 7-year-old daughter. As you guessed it takes work so what is the secret sauce to make it work?
Guest
Ray Evans
Stick To The Details
https://www.sticktothedetailsinc.com/
Host
Jody Sedrick
Hey gents, It's been three weeks since we last sat down. I have been swamped with business travel and neglected to get some episodes pre-recorded. My apologies.
On a positive note, in the past two weeks I've had some amazing opportunities to sit down with men all over the globe to talk about business, family, and personal challenges. In my conversations the reality that many of us are walking with serious personal emotional trauma from our childhood that continues to haunt us even though we've tried to hide it behind the masks we wear.
Today I explore the masks we wear to hide our pain with the hope that it will help us come to grips with what we are trying to hide and have the courage to look at them and start the healing process.
Thanks for listening
Jody
Check out my book
"Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel like You Are Drowning"
https://www.amazon.com/Learn-Dance-Currents-Life-Drowning/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PO1QMQ9FGLVK&keywords=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life+when+you+feel+like+drowning&qid=1697414732&sprefix=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life+when+you+feel+like+drowning%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-1
This week I sit down with my brother Mike Sedrick and we have a very raw and authentic discussion about the before, during, and after challenges and realities of a divorce.
Highlights:
0:00 Intro
03:00 How he’s doing after the divorce
06:00 How did you come to terms with you needed to divorce?
10:30 “Until death do us part”
14:00 How did you help the kids work through their own pain and loss?
26:30 What has been helpful for you and the kids looking forward
Guest:
Mike Sedrick (My brother)
Jody Sedrick
jody.sedrick@gmail.com
@jodysedrick on YouTube and Instagram
Show highlights:
0:00 Introduction
03:00 "A lot of lasts as a dad"
05:30 Dark night of the soul
14:30 We're all broken - emotionally bankrupt
17:45 Working out of addiction and emotional bankruptcy
24:00 His son working through his own trauma
Guest:
Sam Davis
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@the.interventionist.sd
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
@JodySedrick
Instagram and TikTok: @jodysedrick
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Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
This week I sit down with serial entrepreneur, coach, father and husband to explore what it takes to juggle being an entrepreneur and being a husband and father. One of the key things we explore his how to be the launching pad for your kids. What does that look like and how do you build a launching pad that builds independence but also let's your kids know you are present when they need you.
Come join this amazing conversation.
Guest Kevin Davis Maxed Out Men https://www.maxedoutmen.com/
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram @fathersfire
Instagram @jodysedrick
In the. depths of a heavy challenge has someone ever told you "Just have faith!" and the words rather than comfort, ring hollow, or even come across as unintendly harsh?
I share a few thoughts that I hope will help you walk with greater tenderness and love as you try to support a loved one. There is a time to acknowledge pain and loss, a time to extend love, and a time to know when to encourage faith. Wisdom is knowing the difference.
Have a great day!
Jody
What do you do when you have an unexpected baby? You take a step back, re-evaluate and pivot.
George Gonzalez Jr. joins me this week to explore becoming a new dad and the changes he made in every aspect of his life to focus on his family
Show highlights:
0:00 Intro
1:30 Everything in my life has changed
07:00 Downsizing strategically to take care of my family
11:00 What surprised him about having a baby
14:00 Having a kid has given you a different perspective on your dad
19:30 His recommendations for new dads
** Interview with George and his dad on The RoadFS Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTIELD4b4sw
Guest:
George Gonzalez Jr.
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
This week I sit down with my oldest son, Devon, to talk about the back story of his new song, "A Love Letter To My Suicidal Friends"
We discuss our own personal experiences with loved ones and friends who struggle with feeling like they don't belong and don't want to stay in this world. Let's be honest life can be REALLY tough sometimes and put your heart and mind in a very sad and lonely place.
We recognize this is a very personal and emotional issue and are trying to bring an open, loving, caring, and empathetic discussion that will help you and a loved one walk through a dark season of your life.
Love Jody and Devon
Hey guys,
Last week I went and saw the movie Sound of Freedom. It is a powerful and compelling origin story of Tim Ballard and his work rescuing children from the sex trade. In the very beginning of the movie, it shows how he is working to earn the trust of a pedophile to get more information so that he can rescue a kid. As I watched this interaction, it highlighted that porn was a contributing factor (and overlooked) part of the illegal sex trade.
I know a lot of you men struggle with overcoming your porn addiction and I thought I'd share some insights that maybe will put into perspective and help you ultimately overcome your addiction, I know it's a challenge and talk about this in the spirit of helping us all be men of integrity both in private and in public, and guardians of our heart.
I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Thank you for listening!
Jody
For the past couple of weeks, I've thought about why men struggle in their relationship with their spouse or significant other. At the beginning of the relationship we're great a love bombing; going out of our way to prove we are the one. But somewhere we lose the pursuit of her heart and wonder why she's nagging and always complaining about you not doing your part.
Perhaps it's time to look in the mirror and look at what you used to do versus now. Your actions will be very revealing.
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Cheers
Jody
This week I sit down with Brian Prescott to explore his resistance and final acceptance of becoming a father. His journey has a surprising curve but also highlights the challenge of working through his wife wanting to have a kid when he was totally against it.
Show highlights: 0:00 Intro 03:20 taking on a huge role as a father with a new baby and his wife unable to walk 5:30 Never planned on having kids which caused real friction with my wife
11:00 Working through the pain of disagreement and not having the same goals
14:00 - Taking on the responsibility of having a kid and starting a business
19:00 - Eliminating the hurry
29:00 - Having the difficult conversations
Guest: Brian Prescott
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
This week I sit down with Daniel G aka Stoner Gump. We explore making time to have deep conversations with his 7-year-old son while driving in his truck. We also explore the challenges of co-parenting, letting kids explore, and learning how to be friendly.
Show highlights:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Amazing conversations in the truck
4:00 How should we deal with a bully
07:30 Teaching kids to work
11:30 The dynamic of having 4 kids and managing co-parenting
16:00 getting married at 17
20:00 Looking back on being a dad
Daniel G Tiktok @stonergumper
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
This past week we had the opportunity to go to Springdale Arkansas to celebrate my mom's 80th Birthday and have a family reunion. All 8 of us siblings were able to come along with a lot of the grand and great grandkids. We had such a fun time together. As I watched the interaction and love between everyone I thought about the little things my dad did with my mom to create such an amazing legacy for our family.
Caught up in the minutiae of life you can’t see the impact you are having. But from the lens of time, we can see how little things add up. If I were to sum up the little things that my dad did it would be
- Showed us that Mom was preeminent in his life and heart
- He made time for us kids
- He taught us to work and worked beside us
- He played with us
- He owned his mistakes, said he was sorry, and showed more love after
I hope you enjoy this episode and that something touches your heart.
Cheers
Jody
Happy Father's Day
I wanted to wish you a Happy Father's Day and share a few thoughts with you
- Dads are critically important!
- Mad respect for single moms and single dads
- Many kids struggle because they have a huge hole in their hearts in the shape of their father; abandoned, abusive, oppressive, in the room but not involved, addicted,
- You don’t need to be the perfect dad, throw out perfection and replace it with purpose, involvement, leadership, mentorship, fun, playfulness and a whole lot of love. Your kids don’t need you to be perfect they need you in their lives.
I hope you have a GREAT day with your kids!
Cheers!
Jody
Recently I had the opportunity to go to Orlando Florida to watch my mentor and personal coach give the keynote speech at the MOAA Conference. He shared a story about his father and how his father attempted to bridge the gap of years of strain by lovingly placing his hand on his shoulder. His story has made me think of how many children are yearning, hoping for a dad's touch. A dad's love!
I also share a story I had with my own dad where he extended a hand of love and mended a little boy's heart.
I'd love to hear your stories of how you've connected with your dad, or maybe even still trying to figure out how to connect!
Have a Blessed day! Thanks for tuning in!
Jody
In honor of Memorial Day here is Pt 2. I revisit an episode with Ty Watson a Navy Corpsman. We discuss the challenge of getting out of that military mindset when working with your kids.
Some highlights of the show
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The challenge of being a dad while serving in the Navy
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Recognize that your wife is creating a regimen in the home and support what she has built
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The power and blessing of having a strong relationship with his wife
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Allowing our kids to ask questions
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Putting unrealistic expectations on your kids
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Learning to dad the way each of your kids needs to a dad
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Growing through transitions
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As much as I want to be a perfect dad I’m not
Guest:
Ty Watson
Host: Jody Sedrick Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire Website: jodysedrick.com Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
Today I want to take a moment to recognize the men and women (and their families) who have given so much for us to enjoy the freedoms that we enjoy. I thought it would be fitting to revisit two episodes with men who are serving or who have services and talk about the challenges of being a dad while serving in the military. In part 1 we will revisit a conversation with my brother Mike Sedrick. He shares the challenge he and his family have experienced when he is deployed on military assignments. Many families experience this challenge so I thought it'd be great to sit down with him to hear some of the things they've done before, during, and after the deployment.
Thank you to all of you men and women who serve our country!
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Fathersfyre@gmail.com
We rarely talk about grief. And as men, we often avoid the conversation entirely. This puts men in a real corner when we lose a loved one - a parent, spouse, friend, and even a child. When confronting we tend to isolate, self-medicate, avoid, and sometimes do all three rather than face the very real emotions associated with losing a loved one.
In this episode, I sit down with Andy Bohart, host of the TikTok channel DadsGrieve2, and we have a very raw and heartfelt discussion about the loss of his son and working through the very real feelings associated with grief.
Show Highlights:
00:00 Intro
02:00 We don’t talk about grief - What do I say?
05:30 Men haven’t been taught to deal with emotions
8:30 Grieving along side of your wife
12:00 There is no timeline for grief
17:00 “What IS your son’s name?”
20:30 People mourn differently
24:00 Telling stories about our loved ones
28:30 Working through loss
Guest:
Andy Bohart
TikTok @DadsGrieve2 @lifeaftergrief (his wife’s TikTok
https://www.helpingparentsheal.org/affiliate-groups/helping-fathers-heal/
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
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Why do we as dad's sometimes feel like we don't deserve good things? We put everyone else first and when we finally do one thing nice for ourself we feel guilty about it?
What has your experience been with doing something nice for you? You feel guilty or no?
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
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This past weekend at my daughter Ke'ilani's graduation from UVU I found myself for the first time standing on the outside looking in and it honestly threw me off for a second. Dad has been replaced - which is the pattern of life but the experience caught me completely off guard.
I thought I'd share some feelings about how I'm embracing the reality of my baby girl moving on to the next chapter of her life and actually loving what I see evolving for her and our family.
I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
@fathersfire or @jodysedrick
If you want to save your marriage you need to listen to this episode. I sit down with Sean Knauff and have a deep discussion about what it takes to rebuild and save a failing marriage.
Guest
Sean Knauff
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
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Walking through tough seasons can cause you to question what kind of dad you really are? They can also cause you to second-guess your faith and force you to take a hard look at what you believe.
Today I look at overcoming trials. Recognizing where those trials come from and how to navigate them.
Show Notes:
0:00 Intro and honey-do list
02:30 - Finding purpose and happiness after a divorce or dark seasons in your life
07:00 Trials in our life come from 3 sources; self, others, and God
13:00 Looking past the need for justice and learning to forgive
15:45 Carrying the trials God entrusted to you
20:00 Knowing when your kids need a connection with you
Host: Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
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Are you looking at your relationship and realizing you are on the edge of losing it all? Is it too late to save your marriage? Or is she out the door? Today I explore some ideas on how you could save your marriage. It won't be easy but it could be worth it!Show highlights• Recognize where you are. Be honest and own it• It took you a while to get here it’s going to take a while to get back. • Get in hot pursuit• She’s going to be skeptical- that’s ok. She was skeptical when you started dating• Keep a gratitude journal for yourself. Maybe do one for her and leave it where she can find it• Come up from behind and give her a hug. Thank her for brightening your day. Tell her that you love her then ask what can I do to help herJust a few ideas to help you reignite the fire in your marriage. What have you done that has helped recapture what dying in your relationship? I'd love to hear your ideas.Have a GREAT week!
This week I sit down with Angel Guiterrez and we explore the joy and challenges of being a single dad. We explore one of the things that are rarely talked about but are a real issue that haunts single dads, coming home to an empty house and feeling alone.
Show Highilights
0:00 Intro
04:00 Dealing with the unexpected with the loneliness of being a single dad
16:00 Trying to define what co-parenting looks like
Guest
Angel Guiterrez
Instagram @jodysedrick and @fathersfire
Website: jodysedrick.com
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This week I ponder several conversations with men who are in the process of going through a divorce. I set those conversations against the ideal of having a strong marriage one that is a true partnership with each other and with God.
Honestly, I wrestled with how to discuss it in a way that all would benefit. I knew there are men who are happily married, divorced, widowed, going through a divorce
Top it off had two conversations with different men going through a divorce that made me even more sensitive to how to deliver it.
A couple of observations
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both started with “just friend” relationships on Facebook
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Have you become emotionally disconnected through Social media; bikinis, lingerie, porn
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Be intentional with your relationship
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I don’t go to lunch with other women for business. The women friends I have are our friends
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Know when to talk, when to listen, when to press an issue
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50/50, 100/100, 180/20
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You can do everything right and still the other person can make a choice that destroys your relationship
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You be the strength. You be the anchor your kids need (she just wants attention)
Relationships can be messy. They can be beautiful. We get the opportunity and challenge to work through them. What have you done to turn your relationship into a true partnership?
Thanks for listening
Jody Sedrick
Today I sit down with my good friend Shad Stoker we explore blending a family, setting aside your ego, the power of the decisions we made and didn’t make, and the challenge of parenting very different kids
Show highlights
0:00 intro
1:15 - Power of positive thinking and gratitude
5:15 - Blending a family
9:00 - Setting aside our ego - getting checked by 9 year old
12:30 - Rule of three
16:00 - Kids don’t have perspective
24:00 -We are who we base on the decisions we made and we didn’t make
30:00 - Tiny little bits of action lead to massive results
33:00 - Each kid is unique
Guest:
Shad Stoker
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick and @fiathersfire
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I sit down with Kirk Evans and we go deep on everything from wishing he could go back, dealing with divorce, learning how to manage and deal with our emotions, and more.
He gave me a lot of things to think about and reflect on. I'm sure this episode will give you a great deal to reflect on.
Show highlights:
0:00 Intro
4:00 Wish I could go Back7:00 I thought my dad hated me
11:00 The aftermath of divorce
17:00 We become a better man little by little
20:00 Allowing room for emotions and teaching how to deal with them
Guest
Kirk Evans
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirk.evans.184
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
Instagram @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
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Many of you men have worked hard to overcome past failings but how come it's difficult for some people to see who you've become - who you are now?
I dig into some thoughts inspired by the movie Inmate #1 and conversations with my good friend Rigo Santana who left gang life and now is working hard to show young boys and men a better way.
I've been married 34 years this past week. Judie posed the question to me in our podcast "Into The Grey". What would you tell your 18/20-year-old self about relationships, careers, and spirituality? This got me thinking about what I would tell myself as a young man about being a dad and good husband
Show Highlights:
- Remember they are kids
- Let them make mistakes
- Let them explore / explore with them
- Let them play
- Make them do a season
- Let them see you make big moves
- Let them see you love their mom
- Counsel with your wife
- Be a unified front - don’t let kids play you against each other
- What if you didn’t have a good dad
- You know what you didn’t like, you know what you don’t want to be opposite
- Angry - patient
- Stubborn- open and understanding
- Yeller- soft spoken
- Workaholic - set aside time
- Overbearing - gentle
- Alcoholic - Clean and sober
- Forgive yourself when you mess up
- Apologize. - own who you are and what you do
What would you tell yourself?
We don’t talk about depression as men. We have been taught to “man up”, “work through it”, etc. But let’s be real some days we don’t feel like getting up. We don’t want to go to work. Sometimes that feeling of depression lasts a long time and requires us to do things differently to take care of ourselves and ultimately our family
Show Highlights:
0:00 Intro
5:30 Dealing with the depression of my separation
9:30 Comfortable enough to reach out to a friend
14:00 dealing with the ugly of ego
18:00 Meeting the Ex’s new boyfriend for the first time
24:00 You can’t move forward looking in the rearview mirror
26:30 AARP called
31:00 Do I regret the old Rigo?
Guest:
Rigo Santana
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Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
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Instagram: jodysedrick
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TikTok: JodySedrick
I had a great conversation with someone very close to me who is going through the ugly side of the divorce. I explore some thoughts on our conversation and how you can battle the tendency bring out the ugly in you.
I'd love to hear how you have battled the tendency to bring out the ugly in you when things go south.
Cheers!
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
This morning I visited with someone very close to me who is going through the dark side of divorce. I thought I'd share a few thoughts about walking through dark seasons. How can you find hope, light and direction to pull yourself through those dark moments?
Have an awesome day!
Jody
This week I visit with DJ Patterson. We explore his experience going from high school sweethearts to having a strong marriage with four beautiful children. We discuss the aversion to counseling, the surprising benefits, fostering kids, homeschooling and more,
Show highlights:
0:00 Intro
02:00 Child sweethearts who were growing together and learning to communicate
08:00 Fostering twin boys and the ripple effect on family
11:00 Making time for each kid individually and homeschooling
21:00 What has been the most surprising thing about being a dad
25:00 How did he figure out what kind of dad he wanted to be
Guest
DJ Patterson
We men often think of our role in terms of provider and fixer. But what do your kids really need at this moment? And how can that change from moment to moment? Today a look at a few roles your kids may need that you've either been missing, avoided, or neglected Sounding board Counselor Cheerleader Fan Believer Blueprint å Advocate Confidant Playmate What other roles have you found your kids needed and how did you feel it?
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Fathers Fire
Do you like the mirror image that you see in your kids?
Like it or not kids model what they see. They model you both good and bad. If you want to see a change in your kids perhaps the best place to start is by changing what they see in you.
I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences with your kids copying you.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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Happy New Year! I hope you had a fantastic holiday season with your family. Today we explore what it's like to live in the SPLASH ZONE!
How many times have you thought I don't have time to myself? I don't have time to work out, read a book, worship, pursue a hobby, to just escape. The reality is you gotta figure out how to mesh it all together and truly live in the splash zone.
I'd love to hear how you have figured out how to blend every aspect of life.
Host: Jody Sedrick https://jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I sent down with Dr. Richard Wadsworth, a psychiatrist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals with emotional trauma. A huge focus of his work is to get at the core of the family through the relationship of the husband and wife. We discuss how many relationships are on the edge because of they are not on 5 core principles to a strong marriage. We also discuss why men are surprised and upset that their wife doesn't want to have sex.
0:00 Intro
03:00 the best way to help your kids
05:00 the four loves of marriage; friendship, romance, family, sex
10:00 surprised that marriage is falling apart
14:00 Men haven’t been taught on
18:00 What kind of tools are there for men
20:00 the 5th love in a marriage
Guest
Dr. Richard Wadsworth
TikTok @doctorwadworth
docwadsworth.com
Check out his book: Nine Steps of Change
Host:
Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle
This week I sit down with Rigo Santana and we explore being a public success but failing in the area that is most important — our family. Working through the pain of losing family, looking authentically at yourself, and finding help can be a real challenge for a man.
Show highlights
02:00 Connecting as men
03:00 Here I was a successful entrepreneur but a failure at home
8:00 The monster within - finding the tools to tame the monster
13:30 Finally looking for help
17:00 The ugly part of Ego
23:00 Embracing the emotions that are human
Check out last week’s episode if you missed it - “Only because I let you in” https://open.spotify.com/episode/2gDdwr0jZzkXWhj9y3bNA9?si=WghtxR7KQPqb35zpcQkQiA
Guest
Rigo Santana
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: jodysedrick
TikTok: JodySedrick
A couple of weeks ago I told my daughter “I love you” as you walked out the door. She quickly replied, “Only because I let you in!” I’ve thought A LOT about that playful interaction. Finally I asked Cynsha to sit down and explore the process we’ve gone through of letting each in to each other’s hearts and truly learning to learn how to love each other. I’m not going to lie it’s been a turbulent road at times but I wouldn’t trade what we’ve become for anything.
I hope our conversation gives you insight how you can let some one in to your heart.
Show highlights
2:00 Background and expectations of adopting
4:00 Working through trauma
9:30 Perfectly fine by myself
14:45 Finding your person to talk to in the family
18:30 I don’t want to do that again
22:00 Blessed to have a partner to tap out
31:00 Listening to understand
32:00 Becoming home to each other
Guest:
Cynsha Sedrick
Today’s thoughts are inspired by a post by my good friend Deria Brown.
Don’t give up on difficult relationships. Lean into those people, push through the pain, the frustration, and embrace the refining process of learn to love through the dark moments and seasons of your life.
You may wake up a love the result of the refining process you went through together
Cheers!
Jody
Happy Monday, Today I share a couple of thoughts that have been on my mind since Thanksgiving. • See God's hand by keeping a gratitude journal • Making lasting changes in your life come when you start saying "I am..." • Are your words and your tone building up or tearing down • Often we want a gift but we don't say and do what is required to get that gift
Have a GREAT week!
Jody
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Check out my book "Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - when you feel like you're drowning"
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Happy thanksgiving men! I hope you have a great day with your family. I especially have been thinking about you single and divorced dads. My message today is especially geared towards you but is applicable to all dads.
Have a BLESSED and enjoyable day! Jody
We all say there's nothing we won't do for our kids. But would you let your daughter cut your beard?
Join me as Mike Smith and I explore what it means to be a dad of a daughter. We discuss how she has tempered his heart and helped him not only be a better father to all his kids but a better man as well.
Guest
Mike Smith
https://www.wotautodetailing.net/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Shsportsfan12
Host: Jody Sedrick https://jodysedrick.com
Check out my book - Learn to Dance With the Currents of life -- when you feel like your drowning Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Learn-Dance-Currents-Life-Drowning-ebook/dp/B09MRFYFFM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JFSB6H46AYQE&keywords=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life&qid=1664152234&sprefix=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-1
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I had planned a special edition for the 200th episode. However I had some thoughts this Sunday that I thought were important to share while out on a walk.
We will have a special edition next week.
I hope you enjoy my Sunday Thoughts
Jody
Host: Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Check out my book - Learn to Dance With the Currents of life -- when you feel like your drowning Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Learn-Dance-Currents-Life-Drowning-ebook/dp/B09MRFYFFM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JFSB6H46AYQE&keywords=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life&qid=1664152234&sprefix=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-1
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This week I take a look at three amazing experiences with three different dads that caused me to reflect on the absolute need and impact a dad has in the family.
Join me as we explore
• A father figure
• A dad who surprised his very homesick daughter
• A dad brings home the remains of his son — a follen soldier
Host: Jody Sedrick Check out my book - Learn to Dance With the Currents of life -- when you feel like your drowning Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Learn-Dance-Currents-Life-Drowning-ebook/dp/B09MRFYFFM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JFSB6H46AYQE&keywords=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life&qid=1664152234&sprefix=learn+to+dance+with+the+currents+of+life%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-1
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What do you do when your son checks you? Do you get upset and bring down the "I'm the dad" hammer or do you self-check and recognize you are not living up to what you've taught him? Getting called on your own stuff, yeah that can be rough. But are you humble enough to take it? Are you humble enough to change?
Show Highlights:
0:00 Intro
03:00 Kids force you to look in the mirror
05:00 How did he work through the revolving door of men in his life
Join the conversation and let me know your thoughts. And if you're brave enough share a time when you were checked.
Guest:
Kane Hamblin
Death is such a heavy and challenging topic. How do you have a discussion with your children about pets or loved ones passing away? This week I and Jeremy Loque sit down to discuss how he has talked to his daughter about death. We explore being vulnerable with our own feelings as well as the importance of allowing time to grieve.
03:00 - When your child asks you about death
06:30 - Allowing your family members room to grieve
11:00 - Being vulnerable with our feelings
15:00 - Extending a business trip to visit with my dad
20:00 - Why am I not happy
25:00 - Working through what I need to do to fix myself
Guest:
Jeremy Loque
Are you working through a tough season? If so I invite you to check out my book.
Amazon
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Barnes and Noble
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On my website:
https://www.jodysedrick.com/new-book
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
fathersfyre@gmail.com
We've all experienced betrayal, loss, and hurt. How do you move past the disappointment, anger, and dark feeling and thoughts that can simmer in your heart and mind? How do you let it go? How do you move into a good place?
This can be a significant challenge. I thought I'd share an experience, that if I'm honest with myself I'm still working through. I have discovered some actions that you can take that I think will be helpful for you.
0:00 Intro
04:00 Drawing a line with my in-laws
07:00 "There are two sides to a story
12:54 How I came to let it go
16:00 Holding back forgiveness
21:00 Your experience can be the blueprint for others
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick and @fathersfyre
Men, have you ever gone out to your car only to find it completely empty. No Gas! Literally riding on fumes to the gas station. What is your go to response? Do you bring down the hammer? Or do you just accept it and move on instead of making it a big deal?
This week I thought I'd explore how we respond when our expectations are not met. Do we build up or does our demeanor and voice cut to the core?
I'd love to hear how you respond.
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: jodysedrick
TikTok: JodySedrick
We are taught as men to “man up”, “push it aside”, “be a man” and so many other phrases that have taught us to push our feelings aside, to bury them deep. Unfortunately that burying of emotion has cause men to retreat, lash out, become abusive and are the largest percentage of individuals to commit suicide. We have to do better about teaching our boys and men to acknowledge their feelings, give them a space to express what is on their heart, and teach them how to productively deal with those emotions. This week I want to dig in to some of my thoughts and experiences with men, my family, and mental health.
Show Highlights:
0:00 Intro
2:30 Let’s talk about men’s mental health
3:30 Following the impression to reach out to friend
8:00 Creating a safe place for men to embrace and share their emotions
11:00 The news of the death of my uncle
16:00 Who will walk with me?
23:00 Take a moment and think of one person
Mentioned in this podcast is my book “Learn To Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning”
I invite you to purchase it at
Amazon
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On my website:
https://www.jodysedrick.com/new-book
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I explore some thoughts from conversations that I had with three different men who are struggling to save the relationship with their wife. Some of you have awakened to the seriousness of your situation and are wondering how you will ever rebuild what is on the edge of being lost. Embrace the process of fixing as well as the process of healing.
Show Highlights:
0:00 intro
02:00 is it worth working for the relationship with you wife
06:00 We have a fantastic relationship except in the bedroom
08:00 Allowing her space to heal
14:00 Be patient with the healing process
17:30 How long does it take to heal your relationship
20:00 Man enough to say I’m sorry and I love you
Host: Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I sit down with my nephew Sedrick Call and discuss a comment he made about his dad; "There's hard and then there's dad hard"
Host: Jody Sedrick https://jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I sit down with Deandre Carter and explore working through not having a dad, expectations, and demanding greatness from yourself.
Show highlights
0:00 Intro
2:00 Demanding greatness of ourselves
7:30 Parenting his daughter when she lives in a different state
10:45 - Discovering his manhood being raise by his Grandma and mom
13:00 Like a puzzle; grabbing pieces of men to become the man he wants
Guest:
DeAndre Carter
Demand Greatness
https://www.instagram.com/deandrecarter_/
Ready to Win Mastermind
Host: Jody Sedrick https://jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I explore three experiences that I had this week that I re-emphasized to be the power of being present as a father. Being engaged at every age of your child creates a foundation of success for them. It builds independence, confidence and a willingness to go after their dream. Let's see if these three experiences have relevance to you.
0:00 Intro
2:40 My son Zayne moving to Oceanside with his girlfriend Hayley
6:00 Losing sight of our vision
8:00 Being a Safe place for your kids
10:00 UVU Parent banquet - Showing up when you don’t have to
23:30 wake surfing with Cynsha - “I wish I had a dad”
Host:
Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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After a number of conversations with different men who are struggling with the most important relationship in their life — the relationship with your wife. RJD The Imperfect Gentleman and I dig in depth to sex, intimacy, and unity with your wife.
Show Highlights:
03:00 going from a relationship to being roommates
05:00 How do men have the conversation about sex in their marriage?
Guest:
RJD The Imperfect Gentleman
https://www.instagram.com/rjd.imperfectgentleman/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I had a four conversations with men working through significant challenges in their life ranging from marriage difficulties to serious health challenges with children. How do you face these challenges? How do you work through them when you're not sure you're making the right decions to change things? I've come to the realization all challenges stem from three core areas. Recognizing these can help you overcome challenges and turn them into blessings for you and your family.
- Intro: Conversations with three men
- 3:00 Life flight and RoadTrip to SLC
- 5:00 Three areas of challenges that hit us
- 9:00 Dealing with who I was yesterday versus who I am today
- 12:00 God entrusting you with challenges
- 16:00 “I love us!”
- 19:00 Frustrations and expectations
Host:
Jody Sedrick
https://jodysedrick.com
I know we've been having some really heavy but needed conversations. After my last episode where I talked to my son Christian about how dealing with attempted teen suicide in our family my good friend and mentor Shon Hart reached out to me. He wanted to have both of us on his podcast "A Father's Heart". The conversation with him and co-host Cole Williams exposed things I didn't even know occurred with my son and his own feelings of considering suicide. This conversation made me realize I can't be everywhere so I have to build a family where we can all rely on each other. This is just an important topic and a great conversation that I had to share with you guys.
Show Highlights:
- Jody and Christian's story on overcoming suicide
- How do we help men take off the mask?
- What did you need?
- Never be afraid to spend time with people
Full video episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=549aVRNwU7s
If you need help or want to talk please reach out to me!
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Suicide and attempted suicide can affect a family in ways that you can't imagine. It can also provide opportunities for coming together as a family, self-discovery, and growth. I sit down with my son Christian Sedrick and we explore his experience, insight and moral code that he's set as a guiding light for his life.
I know this is a heavy discussion but hope that the conversation will help you and your family through a dark time.
SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE: Call 988
Host: Jody Sedrick jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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Sucker punched by the loss of a loved one can propel you through a whirlwind of emotions and feelings. Today I share some thoughts on how you can push through the hurricane?
Host: Jody Sedrick jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I sit down with Luis Guevara Jr. an immigrant from Venezuela and his two sons. I ask them how their dad is doing as a dad and what they would like to see their dad do. Their answer may surprise you.
We also explore Luis' journey coming to America and building his dream of breaking the cycle of poverty.
Guest:
Luis Guevara, Jr.
Extreme Detail Handwash
Host: Jody Sedrick jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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This week is another Man 2 Man episode where I get together with Antoine Browne Jr. and Sean Knauff. We dig into the challenge that many men face of not growing up with a father figure in their home. Perhaps their dad was absent, abusive, struggled with addiction, or other reasons either way they are looking to be the best dad while trying to figure it out.
Tap in, share this episode, and send us your comments so we can go in deeper to help us all be better men, fathers and husbands
Guest:
Antoine Browne Jr.
Sean Knauff
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
jodysedrick.com
I had hoped to have this conversation for Father's Day, but you know how life escapes from you. Today I sit down with my son Ashton and talk about being a dad.
We explore:
- Why he wants to be a dad and what he's looking forward to being a dad.
- What he thinks is important for a dad to do in the family and with his kids
- Can you take this dad? What he would do differently than I did
- His key recommendations for dads I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. It was great for me to hear his thoughts and insight.
Have a GREAT day!
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
jody.sedrick.com
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In honor of Father's Day and inspired by a conversation with Shon Hart I thought I'd share 5 Stories and Principles, I learned from my dad.
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If you want it, work for it!
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Don't settle for less than your best
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Hold yourself accountable - Own your mistakes!
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Make your relationship with God a central focus of your life
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Your wife is pre-eminent, the Queen, of your life.
I'd love to hear the guiding principles your dad instilled in your
Happy Father's Day to dads everywhere
This week I sent down with Sean Knauff to explore the tragedy of the Uvalde Texas Shooting. I wanted to dig deeper into some discussions I've had with my children and my own thoughts I've had in regard to the real issue behind these tragic, tragic events. This is sincerely heart felt and hoping our thoughts and conversation give you something to think about and bless your family.
Join us as we explore how we as men and fathers can have a more involved and impactful role in our families that will ripple across our communities.
(sorry for the audio being a little noisy but hope you can listen through it)
This week I had the opportunity to sit down Doug Reid. We explore his decision to break the cycle of not having a present dad and being fully engaged with his kids. We also discuss the power of letting your wife really know you to create a strong relationship
Show highlights:
- Breaking the cycle of having a distant father
- Making time for your wife and kids through regular date nights
- The fun of evolving discussions with your kids as they get older
- Creating an environment of discovery
- Just because you got married doesn't mean the work isn't done
- My wife knows me and that's why our marriage works
- His advice for dads
Guest
Doug Reid
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Host Jody Sedrick www.jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrick
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The feedback and comments from last week's episode "Crappy Boyfriends Make Crappy Husbands" as absolutely incredible. In fact, I reached out to one of the men who commented, Paul Appolonia because I wanted to explore deeper his comments. So what better way to dig in deeper than asking him to be a guest and explore his experience with his wife setting the bar for how she expected to be treated.
Show highlights:
- His wife setting the stage for how she expected to be treated
- Working to not bring the abuse he experienced in his home as a child
- Him and his wife's decision to adopt instead of having children because they say that there are so many children who need parents
- Letting your kids grow wings
- Letting your kids embrace the reality and beauty of being adopted
- Don't have secrets in your home
- Learning to show and express our love to our kids
Guest:
Paul Apollonia
Host Jody Sedrick
www.jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I had an amazing Sunday hanging out with my son. We talked about his desire to create his own business, to be a dad, telling his friends they are crappy boyfriends, and what it takes to care for you girl.
Drop in for some wisdom from my son
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I have the pleasure to sit down with James Kelso and talk about his family’s seven-year journey to foster care and ultimately adoption. We explore how 1st Gear Parenting WILL NOT work for a strong-willed child or a child with trauma and expose your heart
Show highlights”
- Life getting exponentially louder with more kids
- Living with a competitive family and a “goofball” family
- James and his wife’s journey in deciding to adopt
- Not feeling equipped to raise a girl
- God preparing his heart to adopt
- My family feels complete now
- Bringing children with trauma into your home
- Parenting an extremely strong-willed child
Guest
James Kelso
TikTok: @jameskelsomusic
Instagram: @Jameskelsomusic
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
Instagram @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
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This week I have the opportunity to escape to Los Angeles to spend a weekend by myself on my son's sailboat. I specifically came to spend some time writing my second book. It has been a great escape to write, ponder, research, reflect, walk on the beach, and pray.
In my musings, my thoughts kept coming back to a man who I have mad respect who I've tried to have as a guest on the podcast. For personal reasons, he has been reticent to do that. I think because he's not happy with some of the decisions he made earlier in his life and the impact those have had on his previous marriage and kids.
I think we often judge ourselves out of the lens of yesterday which obscures and distorts our vision of who we truly have become. Today we explore thoughts around this because Dad you are doing better than you give yourself credit.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
Instagram @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
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This weekend I had the PHENOMENAL opportunity to go down to Lancaster, CA to watch my son’s first music concert. What an incredible opportunity to see him perform. It was a moment of triumph for him to realize a dream. I love what he said after the concert, “It went exactly like I imagined it would! I’m so glad you came!”
I had a profound experience watching him and other performers. I had a unique experience with a comedian that made me reflect on the POWER of a dad being there to watch their kids tap into their gifts, no matter their age. I explore some thoughts from our conversation with the intent to help you look inward to make sure you’re not missing out on moments with your kids.
Many of you dads are missing out because you’re too busy, too focused on things that aren’t really that important. Join me this we as we explore the topic “Dad You’re Missing Out!”
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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Men don't miss moments with your kids because they don't fit your idea of manly. You might even think the activity is downright "girly".
Yes, I've played dress-up, had tea parties, and most recently had a full pedicure with my daughter Cynsha. What interests your kids may not align with your traditional idea of masculinity but I promise you that if you set aside your pride, and embrace the experience, you will have an amazing experience.
Plus you actually might enjoy that which you've previously thought is "girly". Most importantly you will create an opportunity to connect with your daughter on an entirely new level.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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The Slap Felt Across The World
We were all are surprised, taken aback, and mentally floored by the "entanglement" with Will Smith and Chris Rock at Academy Awards. Mike Lewis and I get together to talk about the hurricane of emotions many men are suppressing don't either know how or have an avenue to work through the mental stresses they are working through. We are told to "Buck up", "be a man", and "it's not that bad" but never taught how to deal with the very real emotions that everyone faces. Don't think this is a problem men account for two-thirds of all suicides. We need to have the serious conversation for men and their families.
We'd love to hear your insight.
Guest
Mike Lewis
www.mikelewsinc.com
Instagram: @mikelewisinc
Men's Mental Health Legacy Journal
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week we visit with Rob Sampayan and explore his experience being a dad of baby girl. Wrestling with losing your identity and rediscovering yourself as you begin to share your passions with your kids
Show highlights:
- In the throws of the terrible twos
- Being real with your kids and sharing stories of your childhood
- Being raised and surrounded by sisters and his mom as a young man
- How the dynamic of his police father and his mom affected his parenting
- Recognizing he was spending to much time at works
- Balancing being a business owner and making time for his family
- Losing your identity and the rediscovering it with your kids
- Learning patience and empathy
- His advice for dads; ask for help, out serve my wife
Guest:
Rob Sapayan
RPM Detailing
Instagram: @rpmdetailing707
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.sampayan
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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It's time for another Man 2 Man Episode with Antoine Brown, Jr. Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff. Today we explore "The Power of Words; Are Your Words Building Bridges or Tearing Down?"
Dad's how are you speaking to your kids? Are you unintentionally tearing them down or are you being strategic in lifting them with words of affirmation and love?
Guests:
Antoine Browne, Jr.
Mike Lewis
Sean Knauff
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week Kean Moore is my guest on FathersFyre. We explore his amazing and eye-opening first six years with his wife, becoming a dad, and balancing his wife getting her PHD, starting his business, and starting a family
- Balancing the crazy dynamic of building a business, going to school, and having a kid
- Being the oldest son and having to take care of kids
- Deciphering how to be the kind of dad you want to be
- Googling how to be a man and a father
- How are you doing as a father?
- Where ever you are be present
- Being open with your feelings in a productive manner
- Many couples lose themselves to caring for their kids
- His advice for dads
Guest:
Kean Moore
Lavish Detailing & Coatings
https://www.lavishcoatings.com/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I visit with an amazing father, husband, and business owner, from England, Richard Hutchins. We explore giving your kids the freedom to pursue, explore and conquer their dreams.
- Working and building businesses with his wife
- Recognizing there will be tough moments and working through them
- Giving each other time apart
- Knowing when to talk to your wife and when to carry the load
- Teaching your kids to go after their goals and earn it
- Giving your kids real world experiences (leaving school and home at 14)
- His advice for fathers; talk to your kids, spend time with them
Richard Hutchins
The Leather Repair Company
https://www.leatherrepaircompany.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leather-repair-company/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I sit down with Andrews we explore the challenge or the loss of his mother-in-law the first year of their marriage and how that set the tone of working together through their 15 year marriage.
- Personal invitation to escape with your wife for a night or weekend
- Embracing being silly and fun together
- Working through dark seasons of your life as a husband and wife
- Using your trauma to help others have hope and a blueprint for their challenges
- Teaching your kids to embrace and manage their feelings
Guest:
Andrews McAndrews
TikTok @gottahavefaithmc
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week I corner Erik Allen host of The Erik Allen Show. We explore the path of his challenging childhood, working through drug and alcohol addiction to carve out a successful marriage with
- Coming from a broken home and defending his mom at 13
- Breaking the chains of addiction, abuse, and divorce
- The biggest challenge of being a dad - is being patient
- Making time for family
- Date your kids
- Letting our kids see you improving
Guest:
Erik Allen
Instagram: @erikgallen
Host of @TheErikAllenShow
Host: Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week is Valentine's Day and it also happens to be my 33rd Wedding Anniversary on the 18th of February. YEP.... Can you believe she's stuck with me that long? All I know is 33 years later and I still feel like a newlywed.
This week I thought I'd talk about some experiences with my dad and some things I've learned over 33 years to not just capture love but build lasting true love.
Host: Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Make sure to check out my book on Amazon "Learn To Dance With The Currents Of Life When You Feel Like You're Drowning"
This week my good friend Paul Cain joins me to explore the challenges of being a dad of an only child, managing online time in an online world, and overcoming that underlying fear of being a dad.
- Parenting an only child
- Being a dad who's on the road a lot
- The challenges and opportunities of living in an online dominant world
- Being a dad can be the most rewarding and saddest experience of your life
- Constantly having an underlying fear
- How to wrestle with the underlying current of fear that we men may have
- Allowing our kids to do dangerous things in safe spaces
Guest
Paul Cain
Car Brite
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009100698577
Host
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodySedrick
Today I visit with Ty Watson a Navy Corpsman and proud dad of two girls.
.We explore
- The challenge of being a dad while serving in the Navy
- Recognize that your wife is creating a regimen in the home and support what she has built
- The power and blessing of having a strong relationship with his wife
- Allowing our kids to ask questions
- Putting unrealistic expectations on your kids
- Learning to dad the way each of your kids need to be dad
- Growing through transitions
- As much as I want to be a perfect dad I’m not
Guest:
Ty Watson
TikTok - .The_Doc
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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This week is another Man 2 Man episode of FathersFyre. We explore the battle for men to open their hearts while balancing the expectation of being a man - strong, support, and understanding. It can be a real challenge when we've been taught to buck up and be a man. How do we allow ourselves the freedom to share the feelings of our heart without fear of feeling like we're going to be taken advantage of by our significant other? Join us as we explore what it means to be a man who has a warrior mindset and yet makes those he love feel loved, safe, and confident. Guests
Antoine Browne
Kingdom Ministries
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antoine.j.brown.3
Sean Knauff TikTok - @seany_the_kid
Host Jody Sedrick jodysedrick.com Instagram: @jodysedrick Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
This week I explore some personal thoughts as I’ve been reading the book “Battle Cry - Wagin and Winning The War Within”. It’s given me the opportunity to look inward. I find that a lot of men have been conditioned, taught, and encouraged to suppress their feelings. We have a world of men who want to open their hearts but are not sure how — that if they do that they will be perceived as weak, unmanly, or that it will be used against them.
I explore some of my thoughts and pull a clip from my interview with RJD The Imperfection Gentleman to help us look at the walls we’ve built around our hearts and how we can be to tear those down to create a true connection with our kids and wife.
Ep 33 The Father Wound Pt 1 - Garrett Kroon
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nEQI9xulARtteGwLUXqkM?si=f414ce87808f4e85
Ep 34 The Father Wound Pt 2 - Garrett Kroon
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7u2bFCGotQRe1KorpU0dtc?si=3d4464d8cffa434b
Ep 155 - You Want To Be A Perfect Dad But You’re Emotionally Stunted
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3IdzD2QQdbZruvj1eY8j1H?si=8cfb60a3f2ef4a73
Battle Cry - Jason Wilson
https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Cry-Waging-Winning-Within-ebook/dp/B08NHXG5M4/ref=sr_1_2?crid=376U9YIBEABE7&keywords=jason+wilson&qid=1642388927&sprefix=jason+wilson%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-2
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
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The greatest give you can give your kids is your presence! This week I visit with Terry Harden II who is having a blast being a dad. He shares is a blueprint for being a dad.
- No matter what’s going in my life they deserve a present father
- The best moments you can have is just playing with your dad
- “I Love You” - What we say to our kids has power!
- How the pandemic brought us together
- We have family meetings with the kids so they can express how they’re feeling
- Letting your kids have a voice in the house and in the world
- The journey of losing 195 lbs
- Struggling with our purpose
- There is no blueprint to being a great dad other than being present
Terry Harden
Instagram:
@justadopedad
@dopeblackdadsllc
@mybroaintheavy
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
Happy New Year! This week I have a special guest to kick of the new year. My daughter Cynsha joins me to explore my contemplations on the difference between desire and purpose.
Show Highlights:
- Great news for Cynsha as she's heading into 2022
- We discuss the difference between desire and purpose
- Who am I becoming and what am I trying to become
- Driven by goals - a step in the right direction
- Better to be driven by purpose and build goals that align with that purpose
- Sometimes we stop progress because we are too worried about perfection
- Being comfortable with who you are
- Fear and being blinded by little mistakes instead of celebrating our successes
- Outgrowing your circle of friends
- Cynsha's advise for dads
Guest:
Cynsha Sedrick
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXMhwja2jo9iI9VBCU-dY9A
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cynsha.sedrick/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Order my book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Fell like Drowning" - Paperback and Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC6HNL9/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_866DKBJTKR73JH3MS48W
Time for us to have another Man 2 Man episode where we will explore spiritual leadership in the home. Why is it hard? What is holding men back? How do they tap into their own spiritual strength?
Guests:
Brad
TikTok: @altarnatemediabrad
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqvrTM4CGYrbF7lsWjluyVg
Antoine Browne
Kingdom Ministries
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antoine.j.brown.3
Sean Knauff
TikTok - @seany_the_kid
Mike Lewis
Website: mikelewisinc.com
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgfXo2cKTV3hg9c8wF7pb7w
Instagram: @jodysedrick
This week I felt impressed to share some thoughts about how to salvage a failing and dying relationship. Men we need to return to our first love, that season in our life where we actively sought the love of our lady, when we went out of our way to serve her, to make her feel special. I invite you to take a 30-day Challenge to recapture and reinvigorate your relationship.
30 Days to go out of your way to serve your lady. It doesn't have to be fancy it just needs to be consistent little things to show her you are the man you professed to be.
Ideas
- Helping with dishes
- Doing the laundry Cleaning the house
- Taking the kids for an evening
- Letting your girl escape into a book, workout at the gym or night with the girls
- Writing a note of appreciation
- Biting your tongue when you want to say something unkind
If you do want to give her flowers or do something like that please save it for the 30th day.;)
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
My book: "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like You're Drowning"
The past couple of weeks has been amazing for me and my wife. You see everything we do, the time we spend together, work out, go out on date nights, play with the kids, take mini-vacations together. It looks good and believe me it is good! But what you don’t see or couldn’t see is that our relationship was forged not only in the love that you see but it was forged in crisis, forged in adversity. This week we explore some of those refining seasons and how they helped our marriage.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Gents - This has to be one of my top five interviews of the year. RJD The Imperfect Gentleman and I have a raw discussion about the expectations of being a real dad. We explore how trying to sweep things under the rug can leave land mines for our kids to trip over. Can you be real with yourself? Do you recognize areas you need to level up? And do you give yourself the grace to go through the process?
Show highlights:
- The genesis of his work with men as "The Imperfect Gentleman"
- Let’s take perfection out of the discussion and talk about progress
- Talking out loud to myself to help other men become kings
- Embracing the process of becoming a man
- Emotionally stunted men because we don’t allow them space to feel emotions
- The challenge of skipping emotional steps
- Sweeping things under the carpet
- Why do we immediately go to anger?
- You can’t check in on those who you have not checked on
I'd love to hear you struggled with reconciling your own expectations with giving yourself room to grow as a dad.
Books mentioned:
Battle Cry - Waging and Winning the War Within
Author Jason Wilson
Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
Author Jody Sedrick
Guest
RJD
The Imperfect Gentleman
Instagram: @rjd.imperfectgentleman
The Imperfect Gentleman Podcast
Uniquely Confident Podcast
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Hey Gents, First of all THANK YOU for your support and riding this crazy journey called Fatherhood with me. I just wanted to share a couple of thoughts on this Thanksgiving with you.
I hope you have a FANTASTIC Thanksgiving and are able to create some memories even if it's not exactly on Thanksgiving Day. I truly love you and thank you for helping me be a better husband, father, and man!
Cheers,
Jody Sedrick
This week I reflect on two conversations that I had last week. These conversations have made me look inward to see where I may have fallen short and how I can improve as a father and husband. The two conversations center around
- Owning where you are today as well as owning who you used to be that has led to a trail of destruction and pain.
- The danger of not sharing your feelings — keeping them bottled up until they explode.
I'd love to hear your comments.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Today I sit down with a fellow entrepreneur, Dustin Jackson, and we explore the challenge of being an entrepreneur and a dad. In addition, we explore the challenge of working through the pain of his dad leaving when he was a kid and then coming back into his life, becoming a step-dad to three boys, and then having his own daughter with his beautiful wife.
Show highlights:
- What it’s like being an entrepreneur and a dad
- Instantly becoming a dad when he married his wife who had 3 kids
- Do your step kids feel like your kids? What did it take to make them yours?
- Being a dad who coaches his kid's sports
- How did he work through the pain of his dad leaving the family
- Choosing to do it right
- The joy of being a girl dad
- What he’s learned in the process of being a dad
Guest:
Dustin Gill
EZN Auto Detail
@dustinzn
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
We often look at the idea of family. When in reality man families are messy. They come together differently, they work differently based on your unique dynamic, and yet when we dig into each other we create a beautiful kaleidoscope of family. This week I visit with Tyler Cucchi and explore what it means to not be a traditional dad.
- A fiance, a dad, a provider, and a goofball
- Meeting his fiancé at 21 who already had 3 kids
- Coming into a 13-year-olds life and trying to be a positive role model
- Being born into a world with two dads; my dad and stepdad
- Learning the language of both dads; a sports dad and car dad
- The “American dream” of a traditional family is a fantasy
- The beautiful messiness of family
- Doing a one-year, three-year, and five-year plan for your family.
- Parenting each child differently
Guest:
Tyler Cucchi
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
It can be really heart-wrenching when your kid is sick. You can be left feeling helpless especially in more serious or long-lasting illnesses.
Today I visit with Wil Fossett to explore his recent experience of his daughter having RSV and how he and his wife worked through that experience together.
🤨We explore feeling helpless (yes dad's feel helpless sometimes)
🤢Trusting others with different skills
😉Giving wife space and tag-teaming to care for a sick child
🥴Tips to work through the feeling helpless and finding hope through the process
Guest:
Wil Fossett
Instagram: @wilfossett
Host:
Jody Sedrick jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
This week a long-time listener, Bobby Barnard, joins me to share his story of being a single dad. He shares how it hasn't been an easy journey. In fact, sometimes it's been an ugly challenging journey. In his words, "When it's important, you make it happen!"
Join us as we explore
- Challenge of being in the military; both being deployed and odd shifts
- It's easy to just give up on a marriage
- The challenge of being a single dad - the first two years being in two different states
- When it’s important you make it happen
- The challenge of being labeled the “Disney Land” Dad and having to fight for time with the kids
- Growing up with a split family and watching the example of his parents
- Moving to be closer to his kids and the unexpected demands of his ex-wife
- Managing your heart and reactions when you’re ex is being difficult
- Working through the ugly side of divorce
- The adventure of teaching his daughter driving
- His recommendations for dads
Guest:
Bobby Barnard
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
This week I visit with Andy Van Order owner of Andy’s Auto Care +. We explore his amazing story of becoming a dad at 15 and manning up to take care of his son. No, it wasn’t easy but he dug in and not only did what was required to raise and support his son but to become the man he is today.
Join the conversation as we explore
- Being the dad of 7 kids
- Having a kid at 15 years old
- Made it a goal of being a better dad than mine
- Not having the support of peers and his mom
- Facing the stage where half the kids are out of the house and half are still at home
- At that time his mom was dealing with depression so working through the challenge of having a kid by himself
- The goal of getting off government assistance
- When he was single was at the point of never getting into a relationship again.
- When he finally met his wife - committing to being in it for the long haul
- Key things he and his wife have done to make it 15 years
- Praying together as a family
- Dynamic of being a dad with such a range of kids’ ages.
- Be present - relish every moment even changing the diapers
- Showing love, taking kids out separately
Guest
Andy Van Order
Andy’s Auto Care +
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Andysautocareplus
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andysautocareplus/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
Welcome to another Man2Man episode of FathersFyre. This week we explore discipline. What is discipline? How do we discipline our kids? Does one thing work for all kids? How do we tap into teaching as part of discipline? How do we discipline ourselves to not go overboard?
Join me, Antoine Brown, Sean Knauff, and Mike Lewis explore a topic that can be really challenging as a dad.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
New Book: Learn to Dance With The Currents of Life - When You Feel Like Drowning
Hey Guys,
Sorry for being out for the past three weeks. I was done hard with COVID Pneumonia. But I'm finally among the living now.
I had a conversation earlier this week that made me ask myself, "what are some key principles to being a great dad?" I've come up with 5 that I think is a great place to start. Join me as we explore five principles to be a great dad:
1 Your kids need YOU. You are what they need. Be present. Be engaged. Be Involved.
2 Develop empathy and perspective for them as children. This is the first time they've faced certain challenges give them space to go through them.
3 Explain the why? Not just cause I said so.
4 Be the dad you would want. What kind of dad would you have wanted? Start by being that dad then grows from there.
5 Show your kids that you love them. Related to this show them that you love their mom. If you have a baby momma show your love, respect, and honor. Your kids will emulate how they see you treat their momma.
I'd love to hear some of your guiding principles. Send me a DM or email.
Also make sure to check out my new book "Learn To Dance With The Currents of Life - When you feel like you're drowning" at https://www.jodysedrick.com/new-book
Thanks for joining me every week!
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram @jodysedrick
Another Man2Man episode of FathersFyre. Tonight we explore theme, “My heart is not impenetrable…I just show emotion differently”
Does dad really have feelings? If he does, why doesn’t he show them? And how can we tap into our emotions to truly connect with our kids and our wife?
Guests:
Antoine Browne
Wil Foset
Sean Knauf
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
This week I visit with Joey Riggle owner of Rising Sun Detail. He is a new father of a beautiful, 5-month baby girl. We explore the following:
- What has surprised him about being a new dad
- Making the decision to have a kid
- Working through the challenge of getting pregnant
- Managing being a dad, making time for his family, and running his own business.
- The two tips that he thinks are important for dads.
Guest
Joey Riggle
Rising Sun Detail
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre@gmail.com
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
I'm super excited to have Michael Quintock for the second episode of FathersFyre. He recently adopted his third child, a newborn baby girl, so I thought it'd be fun to talk about the challenge and fun of adoption.
- Me naively asking my brother if adopting a child you feel like they are yours
- A lot of people asking that question and me learning the answer for myself—adopting our two kids
- Working through the attachment process of adopted children
- Bringing a baby into the home versus older children
- Working through regression and providing a safe place for your adopted kids
- Working through a child’s fear shown by their bad behavior to protect themselves - trying to save a hear
- How come newborn babies smell so good
- Showing affection as a dad
Link to previous episode “Ep 104 Adopting Two Boys and Being a Foster Dad to 9 Kids”
https://open.spotify.com/episode/539KFH12AOP4m6dQuzP8LE?si=dLwCRvdLSCiRQpMEWMZJHQ&dl_branch=1
Guest:
Michael Quintock
TikTok @Michael.quintock
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram @jodysedrick
My guest this week is my daughter Cynsha and her friend Vera who is visiting our family from Denmark this week. We explore a daughter's perspective what dad's need to do to be a great dad.
Show highlights:
- The first time they met - “just so you know my friend is black”
- The difference between how race is viewed in Denmark versus some of the States
- How do I as a dad teach love for all people?
- Being away from the family as a foreign exchange student
- Expecting the worse from your parents when bad things happen
- Ways dad can respond to help their kid through the challenge
- What keeps you up at night as you look towards the future
- The biggest word you can learn is “I can!”
- Reminding your kids that you love them
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
As you know if it's summer and family is in town we are on the lake wake surfing and tubing. This week my daughter asked me if I wanted to try wake surfing with her standing on my shoulders. Short version - we tried and succeeded. Long version I got thinking about how we as dads serve as a foundation for our kids. This led me to ponder seven key foundations we need to provide and build in our kids.
Join me as i explore these 7 things you need to teach them to give them a solid foundation.
- Build a personal relationship with God.
- Mom (your wife) is the Queen of your world and is pre-eminent in the family.
- Solid work ethic.
- Education and learning are critical.
- That they see and feel that you are present and invested in them.
- Home is a safe place
- You are grounded and connected by love
I'd love to hear your perspective. What would you add to the list?
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
I'm super excited for you guys this week. This is the first time I've ever had a guest on the show that has had twins. We explore his journey of getting married young, working through job challenges and having 5 kids. Come join the conversation
Show highlights:
- Getting married at a young age
- Advice from his dad that made all the difference
- Blending two family cultures into one
- What was it like having the first and second kids?
- Working through losing his job, moving in with his in-laws as a young married couple
- Real power stepping away and creating your own family
- What was it like having twins?
- My wife telling me “Even when you’re home you’re not off!”
Guest:
Carlton Johnson Jr.
This week I'm SUPER excited to have my brother Mike Sedrick as my guest. We explore the challenge he and his family have experienced when he is deployed on military assignments. Many families experience this challenge so I thought it'd be great to sit down with him to hear some of the things they've done before, during, and after the deployment.
Thank you to all of you men and women who serve our country!
Host
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Fathersfyre@gmail.com
Hiram Lopez owner of HTL Detailing joins me to talk about his experience of being a dad. We touch on the challenge of having 5 different baby mommas and how he's had to work to make time for each one of his kids while balancing dynamic relationships and his detailing business.
Guest
Hiram Lopez
HTL Detailing
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Fathersfyre@gmail.com
Get your Dad Swag at https://www.jodysedrick.com/shop
Time for a Man2Man episode of FathersFyre. We are having the conversations that are needed but maybe a bit uncomfortable to confront. Join me, Antoine Brown, Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff as we explore "Intimacy In Your Relationship & Teaching Your Kids Sexuality"
This can be a very hot and divisive topic as we explore everything from the effect porn has on a relationship to what true intimacy entails. Tap in, learn and share your insight by sharing comments to this episode on my YouTube page
Guest:
Antoine J. Browne
Instagram: @toinesplace
Mike Lewis
website: https://mikelewisinc.com
Sean Knauff TikTok: @seany_the_kid
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrickContact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week my guest is Jeff Lopes author of Entrepreneur Dad” and host of the podcast “Jeff Knows inc.”. He share's his family's amazing, "Lifetime Movie" worthy, experience with his son. We explore the lessons learned from the moment he heard "You're son has 5 minutes to live what do you want to name him?" to training and running his first marathon with his son to his daughter asking to dance competitively. Tap in for the next 45 minutes you are sure to learn something to ignite the fire within you to be a better dad!
- Rushing to the hospital with his wife who was pregnant 31 weeks
- You’e son has 5 minutes to live
- Dedicating 3 - 4 hours a day helping him
- Celebrating every little win
- Setting long goals and working together
- Running his first marathon
- Living in the moment and being truly present
- Being open to direct or indirect learning
- Creating an environment where your kids without disabilities can approach you and feel a key part of the family
- “Dad can I do competitive dance?”
- Jeff’s recommendations for every dad
Guest:
Jeff Lopes
Jeff Know Inc.
Author of Entrepreneur Dad
Parenting the Hurt Child: Helping Adoptive Families Heal and Grow
by Gregory Keck (Author), Regina Kupecky (Author)
Happy Father’s Day! I hope you had a fantastic weekend with your kids and family celebrating father’s day. I thought I’d share a few thoughts about leveling up as a dad but also giving yourself grace to grow, grace to move through the process. The importance of DECIDING to become a good dad. You can change the cycle. You can create a new legacy. Be the change you would like to see in your family.
Host
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
This week Joe Kimball owner of Kimballs Hands-On Detailing joins me to discuss the genesis of the Joey Kimbal Humanitarian Detailing Award in honor of his son Joey who is autistic. We explore the beautiful dynamic that having a son with special needs has brought to their family.
Join us as we discuss
- The Southern Detailers Conference and awarding the first recipient the Joey Kimball Humanitarian Detailing Award
- The impact this award had on the attendees of the Southern Detailers Conference
- Working together and running a family-owned business • Recognizing when I'm not at my best as a dad
- Impressions from Women's Panel
- Missing his daughter's 16th birthday (with permission)
- Stepping back and letting your son shine
- Joe's recommendation for THE MOST IMPORTANT Thing you can do as a dad
Detailing Companies or Suppliers mentioned in this podcast
Detail Lex, Glassparency, IGL Coatings, Frontline Shine, East Coast Detailing
Guest
Joe Kimball Kimballs
Hands On Detailing
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
This weekend I want to take a moment to congratulate my daughter Cynsha and the rest of the 2021 Graduating Class. GREAT JOB and CONGRATS. I also want to take a moment to express my love, respect, and admiration for you men who have served or continue to serve in the military, police, fire departments, law enforcement, and early responders. We truly owe you a debt of gratitude.
I also want to invite you to participate in the 30 Day Fitness Challenge.
Join me every day as we take on the challenge to get fit for Fathers Day
Every day you need to
- 30 minutes with your kids
- 30 minutes of exercise (walk, jog, bike, lift weights, etc.)
- 30 minutes of personal development (podcast, read)
- Keep a gratitude journal for 30 days. ( Record at least 3 things that you are grateful for each day
- No Alcohol
Super simple. Go join the FathersFyre and Push The Pace Academy Facebook group to join us.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I grab two of my kids, Ke'ilani and Ashton to explore "Seven Things a Dad Should Teach His Daughter". We explore their perspective on each item on the list I pulled from Instagram and discuss whether they should be included in the things you should teach your daughter. If you remember had this same discussion with Cynsh a couple of weeks ago. You may want to hear check out what she had to say as well.
It's always a great discussion when I get my kids involved so enjoy. If you're curious here is the list we are discussing
Here is the list of seven things:
- Sharing
- Cooperating
- Listening
- Follow Directions
- Make Eye Contact
- Use Manners
- Respect Personal Space
I think you are going to enjoy this discussion. Plus, I get "thrown under the bus",
Guest:
Ke'ilani Sedrick and Ashton Sedrick
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Mike Lewis, Antoine Browne, and Sean Knauff join me this week for another episode of FathersFyre Man2Man edition to explore something that has been weighing heavily on my mind - having "An Eye Single To My Wife".
Are you true to your wife in your heart and your eyes? Does she truly have your heart? What do your kids see when they watch you interact with their mom? What do others see when you are outside of the home.
We go deep and explore what it truly means to have "An Eye Single To Your Wife"
Guest:
Antoine J. Browne
Instagram: @toinesplace
Mike Lewis website:
https://mikelewisinc.com
Sean Knauff TikTok: @seany_the_kid
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: @jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrickWebsite: jodysedrick.comContact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
Today my good friend Wil Fossett the Millenial Mentor joins me to explore several questions that I've been pondering. These questions are inspired by it being Mother's Day this week and also conversations I've had with Sean Knauff about men stepping up in the home.
Questions on my heart
- How can dads create an environment for our wife to find joy In motherhood instead of them feeling like they are carrying the entire load?
- How can we make our wife feel truly appreciated?
- How do we create an environment where she can thrive and tap into her natural gifts?
- How can we emulate a pattern of service a dedication that our kids can see?
- How come we stop pursuing our wife and making her the full intent of our heart?
Come join the conversation. Mothers we truly love you! thank you for all you do for our families!!!
This week my daughter Cynsha joins me to explore an Instagram post that I found that highlighted "Seven Things A Dad Should Teach His Daughter". We explore her perspective on each item on the list and discuss if they are something you should definitely teach your daughter or not.
Here is the list of seven things:
- Sharing
- Cooperating
- Listening
- Follow Directions
- Make Eye Contact
- Use Manners
- Respect Personal Space
I think you are going to enjoy this discussion. I know I did.
Guest:
Cynsha Sedrick
Host:
Jody Sedrick
website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Hey gents,
This week I celebrate as well as pull some lessons learned from my daughter Ke'ilani's journey to play D1 Volleyball for Utah Valley University.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Contact or follow me at:
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
This week I set down with Matt Storm host of "Are You Man Enough?" to explore being a dad. We talked about so many points of being a dad it was difficult to pinpoint a title. Come join the conversation I guarantee you will learn something from this episode
Show Highlights:
- 2 1/2 training for his black belt with his daughter
- Facing challenging moments as a family - The tone you set makes a difference
- Putting your kids in situations to help them push out of their comfort zone
- You have to give it a season
- Is this a feel or a fix?
- The biggest “A-Ha” he’s discovered being a dad
- Embrace the different phases of being a dad
- Raising your kids to fly
- Setting priorities for your family; God, Wife, Kids, Career
- You get to "opt-in" or "opt-out" every day
- Creating a new legacy
Guest:
Matt Storms
Director GBO
Instagram: @mattstormofficial
Clubhouse: "Are You Man Enough"
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
In honor of Easter Week, I sit down with Antoine Browne, Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff to explore "How has being a man of faith affected your parenting?" We open our hearts and talk about our own relationship with God and how that is motivating us to become better fathers and husbands.
I would love to hear your comments on how being a man or woman of faith has affected your parenting, your life.
He is risen!
Happy Easter!
Jody Sedrick
Let's face it you will inevitably face tense conversations with your kids, where you will not see eye to eye. You may have noticed this more as your kids moved from pre-teen to teen to young adult. It's easy to slide in "I'm the Dad" mode, or dismiss what they bring to the table, to not see their perspective, to see that they are becoming individuals in their own right. How we navigate these conversations is critical to fostering a safe harbor of conversation, it can also shed light on our own need to grow, evolve, and become better as a dad and even as a man.
Join me as I explore 5 areas that will help you develop Eyes to See, Eyes to Understand, and Eyes to Connect
- Take time to listen - Shut your mouth and even shut the voice in your head that is chomping at the bit to respond
- Share your experiences so that they gain a better understanding of why and where you are coming from. It's hard to connect or follow guidelines when you don't understand why.
- Be open to receiving and becoming more than you are today. Be a guide and explore with them.
- Just because "you know" doesn't mean you know.
- Always, always lead and end with love
I would love to hear your comments. If you have an experience you would like to share please reach out to me I would love to have you as a guest!
Host:
Jody Sedrick
email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
website: jodysedrick.com
This week I have been pondering a question that a father posed on Clubhouse. He asked, "When does the healing begin for me as a dad, for me as a son, and for my own children?" It has been a question that I've wrestled with. I've come up with 7 things that I hope will help you in your own journey to healing and healing the hearts of the ones you love.
I would love to hear your thoughts on this important question
7 Suggestions discussed in this show:
- Give yourself grace
- Recognize your situation may be computed by divorce, addiction, working to much, and other issues
- Just because you are ready doesn't mean they are
- Lean In
- Lean in but recognize when it's time to give space
- Yes, you will mess up - Own it!
- Don't Give Up
Check out "Are You Man Enough?" every day at 9:00 am CST. If you would like to help us with the InvolvedDad Coaching Program please reach out to me and I'll help you get started.
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
This week Nikko Sadlowski joins me to talk more about his work with families who are facing the reality of having a child with autism and families who are struggling just to connect with each other. We also explore the power of taking a child-centered approach to parenting.
- The saddest part of his journey losing his friends because they were tired of him always talking about autism
- The difficulty of finding empathy and understanding for families who have special needs children
- Working with different men and trying to figure out how to connect in a way that helps them grow
- Helping fathers who say “I want to be a good father but I didn’t have a good role model”
- Parenting each kid differently and discovering who I am as a dad
- Taking a child-centered approach to being a dad
- Letting your children guide you to discover their interest and gifts
- You don’t have to parent the way I do, or Nikko, find your parenting style as you listen to others
- Recognize what you are really good at and lean into those strengths. Lean on your spouse or friend who has the gift you don’t
Guest:
Niko Sadlowski
Instagram: @theapparently
Website: www.theapparently.com
Author of “The A Word”
Amazon Link
https://www.amazon.com/S%C4%B9owo-na-Nikodem-Sad%C4%B9owski-KSI%C3%84%C4%B9%C5%A5KA/dp/8363788120/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+a+word+Niko+sadlowski&qid=1614540770&s=books&sr=1-1
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Website: www.Jodysedrick.comInstagram: @jodysedrickemail: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I meet with Robin Seeger, another international guest I met on Clubhouse. Today we explore finding your own identity as a dad. We also explore the power of being truly authentic and vulnerable with your wife and kids.
- The blessing of Clubhouse and the forum for us men to share and explore being a good dad and husband
- We men tend to put on masks instead of showing our true hearts
- Being truly authentic with your kids not only with your words but the things that you do
- Letting your kids see your vulnerability and letting the family walk with you through your pain
- Facing the question “What could I have done more?” And changing it to “What can I do now?”
- Allowing ourselves the same grace that we give other men
- Owning your mistakes and apologizes
- Learning to listen and meet our kids where they are
- Learn to be in the moment
- Find your own identity as a dad
- Remember self-care is critical - You can’t feel someone else’s cup when your’s is empty
Guest:
Robin Seeger
Instagram: @sacredrebel
Clubhouse: @truthwarrior
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Website: www.Jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
FathersFyre is now international! I'm so excited. This week I have my first international guest from Scotland, Niko Sadlowski. He and I sit down to have a candid discussion about his experience as a dad learning that his son is severely autistic. He shares how he navigated the initial news to embracing the opportunity to travel the world with his son despite autism.
Show highlights:
- The “A” Word - Autism
- Started writing his book not to write a book but to wrestle with his journey as a father
- A child can change every motivation of our heart and help us become a better man and father
- Crushed by the news of his son being autistic, got drunk, then decided to take action
- Having someone come up and say “I think your son has autistic” can initially be devastating but can help us take action
- How does someone talk to us and we not get offended and go in defensive mode
- The reality of being a dad of a kid with special needs
- We need to slow down and embrace the moments that we have with our kids and set aside expectations
- Embrace your child’s disability and still experience life within his capabilities
- Traveling to Morocco with his son - a UNIQUE experience
- The perception of other people about your experience
- Navigating the dynamic of one child with autism and one without
- Sometimes you just gotta have the extra sweet or stay up late
- Proud to be the embarrassing dad
Guest:
Niko Sadlowski
Instagram: @theapparently
Website: www.theapparently.com
Author of “The A Word”
Amazon Link
https://www.amazon.com/S%C4%B9owo-na-Nikodem-Sad%C4%B9owski-KSI%C3%84%C4%B9%C5%A5KA/dp/8363788120/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=The+a+word+Niko+sadlowski&qid=1614540770&s=books&sr=1-1
This week Judie and I celebrated our 32nd wedding anniversary. It has been an AMAZING journey. Yes we've had our ups and downs but we've stayed committed and worked at keeping our relationship alive. I thought I share a few thoughts on what it takes to make a relationship last.
Show Highlights:
- Talking to Judie about someone who we know that got a divorce and now on the market again
- How come that person didn't put the same effort into the old relationship as they are in the new one?
- "Why didn't they do that with me?"
- Invitation to reignite your relationship by having a weekly date night, writing little love notes, flowers when it's not a holiday
- Our conversation at the Sweet Shoppe -"Do you have a friend that could be my Sugar Daddy?"
- Facebook question - "How long is the honeymoon phase?
- How you treat your wife is a reflection of your most important relationships
- It really is simple you just have to be consistent in the simple things
Host:
Jody Sedrick
email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
website: jodysedrick.com
This week is a heartfelt, candid discussion about growing up as a young man without a father with my good friend James Jackson.
Show highlights:
- Stronger when we are walking with men who will help become better men, dads, and fathers
- James desperately looking for his dad as a young man - Dialing for Dad
- Where is the dad that should've been in my life? Where is the dad that I want in my life?
- Looking for a father figure to help him know how to become a man
- Wanting to become a teacher to be the surrogate father figure he never had but wanted?
- Navigating the challenges of having a broken home to take care of the family with water, gas, etc.
- Tapping into the village to get help
- On a lifetime treasure hunt to identify and integrate the best characteristics of manhood he saw.
- Seeking divine guidance to help his sons tap into their natural gifts instead of what you want envision.
- Teaching your kids to have a relationship with God.
- Doubting what can offer as a dad? Simplify your approach and give yourself grace
- It's ok to be vulnerable. It could be an opportunity to learn together
- Don't be so hard on yourself and embrace love!
If you would like to participate in the Involved Dad Mentoring program please contact us at fathersfyre@gmail.com
Guest:
James Jackson
Involved Dad
Host:
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
208-890-3399
This week I visit Fernando Merida founder of Dad Lives Matter we explore the crazy dynamic that many men are facing being in a relationship, becoming a single dad, then Step-Dad while confronting anxiety and depression. It's a crazy juggle but possible when you put your kids first.
Show highlights:
- His TikTok channel focuses on talking about being a single dad, co-parenting, anxiety and depression
- Going through being a divorced dad, single dad, co-parenting
- Being a single dad
- Being a dad enables you to love at a level you’ve never loved before
- Committing to never talking bad about my ex - my kid’s mom
- When you put the kids’s first everything works out
- Breaking down the walls with his step daughter
- Managing co-parenting - it is a BIG, BIG Deal.
- Put the kids first and recognize that you are not always right. Working as a team
- Working through anxiety, depression. Our expectations are not reality
- Men don’t know when to ask for help
- Going live every day on TikTok at 5:30 pm PST
- Building communities for men to connect
Guest:
Fernando Merida
Dad Lives Matter
TikTok @dad.lives.matter
Host:
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
My man Wil Fossett and I met on Friday night to go a little deeper on a picture he posted earlier in the week of a man clipping the wings of his child while his wife looked on. When he posted the picture he asked, "What does this picture say to you?" I'm telling you this picture hit me hard and it lead to some very thought-provoking conversations and mediation.
This what I posted to his original question:
"It literally makes me cringe! Why? My first thought is don't hurt that child. Don't you dare cut his natural gifts? It makes me think of how many parents, how many dads, are trying to cut their kids in their image instead of seeing the gifts God gave them and teaching them to tap into their gifts so they can truly fly - to truly soar.
Why clip their wings when their wings are precisely what is needed to lift someone else up. Your job as a parent, in particular a dad, is to teach them correct principles so they can then govern themselves and tap in, in a way that God intended. Can you imagine what would happen if the parent taught him principles of flight - lift, thrust, drag, weight? He could truly soar in a way your limited mind can barely imagine. And yet, if you can see his potential and place him in a position that he can learn and tap into his gift, oh who will he become? Who will he bless?
We need to give our child a safe place to stretch his wings, to try them out, to discover what can be done so he can soar the way God intended.
Dad, DON'T clip those wings!"
And on a related note don't dare clip the wings of your beautiful wife!
This is the audio from our Facebook Live on Friday. We had a couple of video streaming challenges. I've tried to splice it together for reposting so you don't have to wrestle through the start and stopping, I wanted to capture the essence of our conversation because I think it is so important.
We'd love to hear your thoughts!
Guest
Wil Fossett
Millenial Empowerment
The week is a Man2Man episode of FathersFyre. Antoine Browne, Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff join me to explore "The Man Card" and if it is revoked, relinquished or redefined when you get married.
You know it's going to be a funny, raw, and a very real conversation about what it means to be a man.
Guest:
Antoine J. Browne Instagram: @toinesplace
Mike Lewis website: https://mikelewisinc.com
Sean Knauff TikTok: @seany_the_kid
Host:
Jody Sedrick Instagram:
@jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrickContact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
Men your kids are watching how you love, care, and serve your wife. This week I share a couple of very personal experiences with my dad in which he not only told me how much he loved my mom but showed me that she was the Queen of his world.
Are you in continual pursuit of your wife? Do your kids see you make your wife THE priority in your life? Or has your attention waned or turned to other things? When you were first starting pursuing her years ago you put all of your energies into proving you were the one. Is she the interest of your heart? Is she still the queen of your life?
Perhaps the reason your relationship has stagnated is you’ve stopped pursuing her with all your heart.
Fathers is there an urgency in the way you love, serve, and care for your children and your wife? If you are divorced, do you treat your ex with respect and courtesy especially in front of your children. Remember men your kids are watching. Are you living a pattern of love that is worthy of emulation?
Host
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
jody.sedrick@zenware.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
“How I felt then was only puppy love” (TM)
This week my mentor, coach, and good friend Shon Hart join me on FathersFyre, We discuss how we are navigating the tough discussion with our family about the breach of the Capitol and the blatant double standard of how differently black protestors are treated from white protestors.
Join us as we explore:
- Facing our own hurt, anger, and frustration
- Tabling our initial reaction so that we can respond productively and bring healing to those we serve
- Being authentic, raw, and open with our children
- Listening to their pain, anxiety, and fear
- Acknowledging "What if?" and moving to "What now?"
- Creating a refuge for your children, wife, and family in you
Guest:
Shon Hart
Involved Dad
Website: shonhart.com
Instagram: @shonhart_
Host:
Jody Sedrick
FathersFyre
Website: jodysedrick.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
You are the Super Hero in your child’s life are you present? Are you creating an environment that your children will thrive especially your “Ronin” Child? Join me and Will Fosset as we explore what it means to be a Super Dad. No, you don’t have to have Super Powers. In fact, you have precisely what your child needs if you recognize with great power comes great responsibility.
Show Highlight
- Taking concepts of heroes and helping the young men see the hero in themselves
- His dad was his true hero because he showed up
- My dad, water and 20 miles to go
- Number 1 think you want to teach your daughters
- Being raised with 3 sisters and developing Ronin Culture
- Parenting a “Ronin” child - letting him run with his decisions but being there when needed
- Learning your child’s love language
- Change occurs when your kid’s adore you
- Connecting with each child in what they are passionate about
- Creating an environment for true connection
- Concept of 7 seconds that can make or break you
- Sometimes you gotta play stupid to allow your kids to think through their decisions
- 3 Things you must do as a dad; Be present, Be Authentic, Communicate
- Ben Parker’s advice “With great power comes great responsibility”
Wil Fossett
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilFossett
Millenial Empowerment https://www.facebook.com/Millennial-Empowerment-781834535546974
Host:
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
This week I share the latest episode of our monthly Man 2 Man discussion. I meet with Antoine Brown, Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff and we explore how we as dad's can be hidden in plain site in our family.
- Is providing for the family enough?
- Hiding behind work and projects?
- Shutting down and avoiding the discussion
- Getting your man card pulled? What is the real man card
- For the most part men are just not mature.
- Struggling with your wife telling you what to do or giving you direction
- Why do men have to be pushed to become who God intended them to be and their wive hopes for?
- Acting like your paying attention but your not
- You can receive direction from a personal trainer, manager, team member but not receive it from. your wife.
- Recognizing she is trying to elevate us
- Sucking it up as a man and providing more than financially for your family
- Serving with out expecting something in return
- What should be the qualifications for "The Man Card"
Guest
Antoine J. Brown
Mike Lewis (mikelewisinc.com)
Sean Knauff
Host:
Jody Sedrick
jodysedrick.com
IG: @jodysedrick
TikTok @jodysedrick
Merry Christmas! This week I meet with John Bolden author of the book 18 Principles for Manhood. We explore his experience being a preacher's kid and how that has influenced his experience as a father.
Show highlights:
- His experience with his father who was a preacher
- Getting kids up early to work with him like his dad did with him
- How did his relationship with his dad affect his relationship with his kids?
- Recognizing that his dad didn’t have an example of being a father and he was doing the best he could
- His dad showed humbleness always showing forgiveness
- You have to be willing to say “Kids, I got it wrong. I apologize. Let’s move forward”
- There is no playbook for each kid, and if there were the playbook would be different
- Working with kids who don’t have a dad in the home. When the resolve their relationship with their dad their gets back on track for them
- The Father is a key pillar in a child’s life
- His experience of being a dad
- Having different conversations with his 16-year-old daughter versus 9-year-old son
- Going shopping with your daughter to get some daddy-daughter time
- Slowing building the relationship with his daughter by showing she could trust him (he doesn’t say step daughter)
- Recognize your son is watching dad
- His tips for being a great dad; Be trustworthy and communication
Guest:
John Bolden
Website: johnbolden365.com
IG: @johnbolden365
Hosts:
Jody Sedrick
Website: jodysedrick.com
IG: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
This week I visited with my good friend Joe Kimball and his son Joey. They recently launched a new award to promote Autism awareness for the automotive detailing industry. I asked Joe if he'd share his experience as a dad. We explore his family’s experience with autism and how they have rallied around each other both at home and in their family owned business.
Show highlights
- The significance of the family sweatshirts with the autism ribbon
- Using their business as a platform to support autism education and causes
- “Go Home” - Joey’s favorite catch phrase
- Trying to figure out how to help his son Joey develop and grow
- Be an advocate for your child and be willing to fight and search for answers for your kid
- Balancing the needs of all of your kids - Recognize each brings something unique to the family
- Doing things as a family - going to each others events and making it a family event
- The dynamic of having a family owned business with everyone involved
- Joey Kimball Humanitarian Detailers Award
- Joe Kimball’s tips for being a dad; Be a part of your children’s life
Guests:
Joe and Joey Kimball
Kimball’s Hands On Detailing
https://www.facebook.com/kimballshandsondetailing
https://www.facebook.com/joe.kimball.33/
Host
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
Clubhouse: @jodysedrick
One of the listeners of the podcast reached to me and asked if I could talk about "How To Maintain Hope in Times of Crisis". I've thought a lot about his question and come of with 10 ways that I think can help.
10 Ways to Maintain Hope In Times of Crisis
- Believe that things will get better. Cling to that belief
- Take time to meditate and pray. Write down impressions
- Keep a gratitude journal.
- Allow your self-time to rest but don’t allow yourself to stagnate
- Get to work and be productive
- Do something for someone else
- Look for lessons; did you discover your tendency to be impatient, unkind, or hot-tempered
- Laugh. Some days are so challenging the only medicine is laughter. Laugh
- Talk to a trusted friend.
- Choose to be happy
Remember Hopelessness is the enemy of peace
This week I meet with Kelton Flinders who hosts a phenomenal TikTok and Instagram channel for DIY Dads. We explore his passion to teach and share DIY tips and his new adventure of being a dad to a baby girl.
Show Highlights:
- DIY - Easier way to carry a car seat (https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJXGjddR/)
- How has having a newborn disrupted and changed your life?
- Learning to handle a”fragile” newborn
- What has absolutely surprised him having a new baby
- How has having a baby affected his relationship with his wife?
- A year of changes; pregnant, new career, bought a house, had a baby
- Things he’s learned as a new dad
- His motivation behind his DIY channels - his dad dying when he was 12 years old
- Spending as much time as possible with his children when they are young
- A small moment of tribute to his dad who passed away.
- The impact of his birth father on his life.
Guest:
Klinton Flinders
TikTok @klintonflinders
Host:
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
On this Thanksgiving week episode, I want to take a moment to express gratitude for the opportunity for a dad. I also want to give a special tribute to a number of people and perhaps you will glean a few lessons that will help you in the process.
Thank you for joining me every week. I truly enjoy the opportunity to talk about being a dad and try to find lessons in the journey that will help all of us become better men, husbands and fathers.
Thank you for listening and Happy Thanksgiving!
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
Instagram: @jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
This week I visit with Cameron Foster author of the blog Supportive Fathers. We explore his experience as a dad of a high energy, into everything 2-year-old daughter. This is the first time we've explored daycare on the podcast. So many things to consider when entrusting someone else to watch your littles, not to mention it's crazy expensive.
Are you in the midst of terrible twos or happy you are past those days? Join us as we explore:
- Fun with a high energy, into everything 2-year-old
- Considerations and tips for deciding between home child care are center childcare
- When you get home leave work at work
- The driver behind his blog supportivefathers.com
- Things men really struggle with as husbands and fathers
- Taking the "mental load" of your wife
Make sure to check out Cameron's blog.
Guest:
Cameron Foster
Supportive Fathers
Website: supportivefathers.com
Instagram: @supportivefathers
For the past couple of weeks, I've been pondering the importance of us men "Stepping Up As A Dad In The Home". I invited get Antoine J. Browne, Mike Lewis, and Sean Knauff to explore this critical theme on Facebook Live and to share on the podcast.
Join us as we have a candid discussion about how we can be better husbands and fathers in our home and not leave everything to the wife.
Guest:
Antoine J. Browne
Instagram: @toinesplace
Mike Lewis (We had to excuse due to his wife getting Covid-19. Please include them in your prayers)
website: https://mikelewisinc.com
Sean Knauff
TikTok: @seany_the_kid
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: @jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrickContact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I have my first guest who is a foster Dad. We explore his personal journey of wanting to be a dad but not knowing how to be part of the LGBT Community. He shares how he considered surrogacy, foster care, and finally adopted his two nephews after getting a call from his nephew. Becoming a foster parent and the impact he’s had on children coming in and out of his home.
Show Highlights:
- Mom played both roles of Mom & Dad when his Dad wasn’t around due to addiction
- His experience with Dad told him what to do and what not to do as a dad
- You can break the legacy of a bad dad
- Always wanting to be a Dad but not sure how it was going to happen to be part of the LGBT community
- Considering surrogacy and foster care and finally adopting two of his nephews
- Going through separation and divorce while adopting a child
- The wild ride of fostering 9 children who have never had a father
- Kids who have never had a father figure in their life
- Going from married dad to divorced dad, to single dad and being an adopted dad
- Helping foster children feel like they have a safe space
Guest
Michel Quinton
Quintock_fam
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
TikTok: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
Wedding bells are ringing! This week my brother Chad joins me to explore what it feels like to walk your baby girl down the aisle. This week we celebrated the wedding of his daughter Alex to the love of her life Kegan Barnes. Join us as we explore that big step in not only your daughter's life but yours as well.
Show highlights:
- The feeling of walking his baby girl, Alex, down the wedding aisle
- Trusting her choice in a man
- Appreciating how his new son-in-law pursues his daughter
- What did he counsel his daughter and future in-law as they decided to get married?
- Continuing to be in hot pursuit of our wife
- Wondering what I could’ve done better in raising my daughter
- My dad’s advice to Judie and I when we decided to get married
- Dad taught and showed us his sweetheart, our mom, was preeminent in his life
- Chad’s 3 tips for dads; Be an Example, Spend time with your kids, Be there for them.
Guest:
Chad Sedrick
Instagram: @Chad_sedrick
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
Men are you ready for some candid, in your face discussion? Today I meet with Sean Knauff, another dad from TikTok. We discuss the need for men to step up and take an active part in the family the role as dad and partner with his wife. We need to be better husbands if we hope to have a better family life. Join us as we explore how we can be better husbands and thus better dads.
- Time for us men to step up and be great husbands
- Starts with a conversation with yourself
- Tens of Thousands of women comments about the frustration with their husbands
- You’ve lost the pursuit of your wife
- User our tiredness as an excuse to stop trying
- Just because your home doesn’t mean you are engaged
- Do stuff with your kids and your wife - spend time with them
- Kids need both mom and dad
- Spending too much time on videos games or other activities
- Be willing to fight for your marriage
Guest
Sean Knauff
TikTok: @seany_The_Kid
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
“We’ve having a baby?! Oh! Now it’s time to step up and be a man!“. Another TikTok Dad, Brian Borden joins me this week to explore “The Journey of Being a Dad”. You may catch a theme here as he loves sharing his journey of being a dad on TikTok and Instagram.
Join us as we explore
- Starting out with the idea of The Dad Journey
- We’re having a baby?!
- What has surprised him most about being a dad
- Managing crazy schedules and still making time for each other
- Communication is KEY in your marriage and with your kids
- Don't take little things for granted
- Reach out to other dads for advice
- Know that you're not alone
- Not everything is easy, embrace every aspect of the journey good and bad
Guest
Brian Borden
TikTok @thedadjourney
Instagram @thedadjourney
beinspired
It's hard to believe this is our 100th episode of FathersFyre, In commemoration, I thought it would be cool to get the mother’s perspective on being a good dad so I invited my wife Judie Sedrick to be my guest.
Join us as we have some fun, laugh, reminisce, and explore:
- Memories about her dad
- An arranged marriage
- She didn’t realize her dad was old until kids asked he was her grandpa
- He was a quiet dad
- Incredible work ethic
- If it was time for WWF wrestling he would just change the channel
- Lessons for dad
- Important to learn how to communicate with your kids and wife
- Balance duties of the home
- Be fully present
- Setting up a regular date night with your kids
- Don’t demean or talk down to your wife
- Be equal partners
- Be empathetic and listen without commenting
- Be open and recognize your kids are growing
- Trust extended family to be a sounding board for your kids
Guest
My BEAUTIFUL wife Judie Sedrick
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choose_dont_excuse/
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrickEmail: fathersfyre@gmail.com
We all know life can be a never-ending barrage of activities, helping kids with homework, soccer, dance, work and still working to keep the relationship with your Queen fresh. This week I hosted a Facebook LIve edition of FathersFyre with my guest Mike Lewis, Antoine J. Brown and Daniel. Gill.
Join us as we have some laughs and serious talk about how we can truly be present for the Queen of our life and our children
Guest
- Mike Lewis
Website: mikelewisinc.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelewisinc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikelewisinc + Antoine J. Brown
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/antoine.j.brown.3
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toinesplace/
+ Daniel Gill
Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/dandpautodetailing/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/daniel.gill.908
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I visit with artist and musician Guy Palumbo. We explore seeing the world anew through the eyes of your children, treating them as equals, and celebrating and encouraging creativity.
- Sitting on the edge of the tub coaching your kids to poop
- Sharing his life as dad via TikTok - reliving moments, loving the sound of his kid's voices.
- Living in a time when we can easily capture moments with your kids
- Incredibly refreshing to see the world through the eyes of your child
- Talking to your kids about the tough things going on; COVID, Racism, etc.
- The genuine honest response of children
- Lucky to be fathers at this time - we can be familiar and have a relationship with our kid
- Never talk down to your kids. Treat them like your equal
- Talking to kids in a way that the reconsider their actions - Skateboarding into traffic
- Celebrate the creativity and ingenuity of the youth today.
- Encourage your kids to pursue their passions
- My dad taking the leap to go to nursing school with 8 kids
- It’s ok to not know what you’re doing as a dad. It’s part of the adventure
- Tips for dads; Be PRESENT in their lives. Treating your kids as humans
Guest Guy Palumbo
TikTok @guypalumbo
Host
Jody Sedrick
Instagram @jodysedrick
TikTok @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week Bobby Berg host of the StudentFyre Podcast joins me to explore anxiety, depression, and feelings of abandonment. We explore the backdrop for his most recent Instagram posts addressing anxiety and depression. I asked him if those feelings were related to his lack of experience with his dad. He responded, "Absolutely!" Join us as we explore not only how he worked through his own feelings of abandonment but how he is helping his students through similar feelings.
Show highlights
- My daughter’s story is also my story
- The story around his Instagram Post about anxiety and depression
- Helping his students work through feeling anxious
- Working through their feelings with them
- Communicate via the method your kid feels comfortable rather than the method you would prefer
- Building walls over time to protect ourself
- Being truly vulnerable and connecting on a personal level
- Be willing to be the punching bag or sounding board your kid needs
- Two keys to helping yourself through anxiety & depression; being truly honest with yourself, communicate the way they communicate, allow yourself grace to step out to take care of you, be willing to open the dialogue.
Guest:
Bobby Berg - StudentFyre Podcast
Instagram: @bobbyberg
TikTok: @bobby berg
Bobbyberg.com
This week I meet with DZNR Dad (Danny Vandenberk) to discuss his choice to become a dad through open adoption. We explore how he’s worked diligently to make sure his son feels loved, valued and special - that he wasn’t abandoned.
Show Highlights:
- His decision to be a dad and adopt a beautiful son
- Their decision to do an open adoption
- Working through abandonment issues with your children
- Things he’s done to create a strong bond with his son and be open about the adoption
- Can you love an adopted baby as much as bio-baby?
- What he’s doing to help his adopted son feel that he was not abandoned
- The power and importance of being 100% present
- Teaching his kids to be loyal and honorable
Guest
Danny Vandenberk
DZNR Dad
Instagram: https://instagram.com/dznrdad
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrickTikTok: @jodysedrick
Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
Originally I wasn't going to do a part 3 of "A Dad's Experience with Suicide". However, after a conversation with a listener about his own experience with depression and his failed suicide attempt and a conversation I had with my daughter I thought a third episode was needed. Join me as we discuss the challenge of bottling up all of our emotions, not giving ourselves kudos, and abandonment issues that can lead to depression, anxiety, and potentially suicidal thoughts
We also explore this signed that your loved one might have abandonment issues
- Cycling through relationships
- Sabotaging relationships
- Needing constant reassurance
- Separation Issues
- Fear or dislike of being alone
If you need to chat about you or a family member please send me a DM or email me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
Have a blessed day
Jody Sedrick
The outpouring of comments, support, and questions for last week's episode of "A Dad's Experience with Suicide" has motivated me to create a follow-up episode. I thought I'd share some practical tools that we've put in place to protect not only our loved one struggling with suicidal thoughts but also ensure the safety and well being of other members of the family.
A few highlights:
- Purchasing safes to house medications and knives
- Working out every day with my wife
- Ladies retreat for my wife
- Early morning devotionals - personal and with a trusted friend
- Working with other men fixing stuff or driving like a mad man with my buddy
- Recognize everyone deals with problems differently and give them grace
- Sharing of the poem, Roar! that I wrote
- Gratitude Journal
If you have any comments or have personal experiences you would like to share please reach out to me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or direct message me on TikTok, Instagram or Facebook.
Events have occurred this week that have pushed me to share some very personal experiences and thoughts about suicide. Many families are faced with teens, younger children, mothers, and even fathers who wrestle with suicidal thoughts and related mental health issues. These thoughts are very personal and have debated what to share for some time as I want to be respectful of my own family members but also the seriousness of the issue.
I truly hope something that I share with you today will be of help to you and your family. If you need a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on, a heart to pray with please give me a shout.
The Suicide Hotline is 1-800-273-8255
You may also find these two videos helpful
Like a Broken Vessel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrNqGqy5kbQ
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNAx2Rgq-uI
Thank you for listening and please share with someone this message might help.
Have a BLESSED day!
Jody Sedrick
fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I visit with artist Dave Conrey. We explore fatherhood as a creative person and artist. Does it lead to creativity as a father or is it ingrained in who you are? And do you have to be an artist to be a creative dad
- Creativity is in the expression
- Summer camp - Minecraft creative and engineering
- Activity and Fortnight to get the body moving
- Fostering the creative side into the things your kid is interested in
- Exposing your kids to opportunities so they can discover and develop there own gifts
- Putting your fears and dreams aside to allow your kids to explore his own interests
- Lean into your kid's interest without putting to much pressure
- Being the son of a single mom
- “You come by it honestly” - Making sure you own it
- “I may not be perfect, but I do love you perfectly”
- Looking forward to the teen years
Guest:
Dave Conrey
Website: https://daveconrey.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveconrey/
TikTok: @davemakesthings
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
You know how my wife always gets me thinking. Earlier this week she asked me "How come you don't cry and get emotional like me?" I've thought a lot about her question and my response to her. (No I'm not telling you. You have to tune in to hear the answer)
I thought this would be a great discussion so I reached out to 3 men brave enough to have an honest discussion about how we face the challenges in life and share how we are feeling with our wife.
I'm really excited to explore this topic with Antoine J. Brown Mike Lewis and Rick Kolb.
Guest:
Antoine J. Brown
Mike Lewis
Rick Kolb
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrickContact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I have a surprise guest, my daughter Jessica. While sitting in the kitchen wrapping up work, Jessica came up to me and said “Dad, let’s do a podcast together”. Seizing the opportunity sit down with Jessica I grab the mic and we have an impromptu, fun and intimate discussion.
- Doing nails and eyebrows is a bonding opportunity to be together
- Exciting things happening in Jessica’s life - signing with a modeling agency
- Devon helping Jessica pursue who dream of being a model
- Pursing her dream of being a model and almost giving up on her dream
- Singing, playing and supporting each other as a family
- Excited to graduate High School - but some of the fears in her heart
- Her love to talk with me or Judie
- 2020 craziness and looking forward to 2021 Senior year
- How Corona helped her get through her Junior year
- Having 3 incredible best friends.
- Fighting with Dad. Learning how to talk to each other and love each other.
- Dad always asking “Who loves you?”. Opening up to your parents when you want to do everything by yourself.
- Learning how to trust when your heart was broken
- Jessica’s advice for dads. LISTEN to your kids
Guest
Jessica Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/cynsha.sedrick
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I corner another dad sharing his adventures on TikTok. Jesse Belnap and I explore the fun and surprises of being a dad to little girls. Yes it can be a lot of pink but it is A LOT of fun too.
Show highlights:
- Hopping in a “kiddy pull”
- Being the father of two girls
- Coming down to your kid’s level
- Trying to put yourself in their shoes when your kids are hurt
- Parenting each child according to their unique personalities
- Letting your daughter do your nails and hair - getting passed the uncomfortable
- Connecting with your kids on things they love
- How much fun doing the little things can be with your kids
- Doing something out of our comfort zone. Just be a kid again
- Helping your kids pursue their dreams
- Kids open up when you share what they are interested in
- Capture the small moments.
Guest
Jesse Belnap
TikTok: on.the.go_fitness
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
We're going on an adventure with Ryan Grassley. We explore opening the world to his friend Sam who has cerebral palsy, teaching kids to include everyone, and navigating this crazy adventure called fatherhood. Join me and my guest Ryan Grassley who is the CMO of Extreme Motus and on a mission to make nature wheelchair accessible and working hard to be a great dad.
Show highlights:
- His adventures with his friend Sam
- The power of inclusion
- Teaching your kids how to talk about people who are disabled.
- Taking his children on his adventures with his children
- Putting children in an environment where they can ask question
- Surprised at how long it takes to get out of the door with kids
- Some of the challenges he’s experienced being a dad
- Kids’ exposing your worse characteristics and weaknesses and how we can become better fathers.
- His tips to be a great dad
Guest
Ryan Grassley
Extreme Motus
https://extrememotus.com/
Host:
Jody Sedrick
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jodysedrick
Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week we visit with Mr. Chazz Lewis. He is passionate about working with young children and helping them discover learning and who they are as little humans. We explore overcoming powers struggles with kids and investing in their unique interests and gifts instead of your dreams.
Show Highlights:
- How he got started working with kids in education
- Parents initial skepticism of having a man as a pre-school teacher
- Working hard to bring the fun of learning to kids
- Daddy Time = Fun Time Learning how to be involved in the teaching and modeling of your kids
- The challenge of guarding your emotions when little kids are all emotions
- Taking those same lessons of validating emotions into other relationships
- Moving from emotion to logic
- Foster and facilitate your kid's interests, not your dreams
- Letting Jessica do my nails
- The anger of perfectionism - Be a improvenists
- You are not only raising your children by your children’s children
Connect with Mr. Chazz
Tik Tok: TickTeachTock
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mrchazz
GetVokl: https://getvokl.com/channel/chazz
What a phenomenal action-packed, fun-filled, family celebration of 4th of July, graduations, and taking my daughter to down to UVU to kick off another semester of college and D1 Volleyball.
After a full day of flying stand by and walking into my home, I drop my bags by the door, walk into our bedroom kiss my beautiful wife and then collapse on our living room couch. The peace and serenity of home envelop me and I think "It's so good to be home!". Have you felt that? Do you feel that when you come home?
Laying on the couch, basking in being home I asked myself what am I doing to make it feel like home for my wife and kids. When they come home do they feel like it's good to be home? That it's good to be with Dad not just mom? That it's good to fall into my arms.
Join me as we explore what we are doing or not doing to truly create a home.
Sit down. Grab a cup of Joe or hot chocolate and join me as I visit with Shane Leketer AKA Liquid Shano on TikTok and host of the podcast Coffee Talk.
Show highlights:
- How we connected on TikTok
- The importance and power of truly connecting with people
- His morning Cup of Joe to motivate and share an inspirational message
- Being the father of a 15 year old
- Blending what his experience with father and grandfather and mixing in his own personality to become a great dad
- Investing in a hot tub gave him an unexpected surprise
- Teaching your kid to drive and trusting them to take the next step
- Learning to bend and flex as a husband and father.
- The importance and power of being vulnerable as a father
Connect with Shane
TikTok @liquidshano
Podcast - Coffee Talk with LiquidShano1973
https://open.spotify.com/show/4kjfCGh4sGSe8vDCKFHoeh?si=mKXa7W9DTK2sCFxolnVNNg
YouTube - https://open.spotify.com/show/4kjfCGh4sGSe8vDCKFHoeh?si=mKXa7W9DTK2sCFxolnVNNg
Thank you for tuning in every week. I also invite you to join my private FathersFyre Facebook Group where we have open, heart felt discussions as meant to help us grow.
My guest this week is a new friend that I’ve made via TikTok. Every morning he hosts a “Virtual Hugs” show on TikTok where he visits with people and gives them a message of love and positivity while managing 18-month-old twins. Watching him juggle his kids and a live show I had to have him on as a guest.
Show Highlights
- His love for people
- How he came up with HI! and Virtual Hugs
- Juggling two twins while hosting his show
- Kudos to his beautiful bride to Courtney
- His experience as a new dad - SURPRISE you are having twins
- Kids mimicking us as parents
- Juggling kids and keeping a relationship with your wife strong
- Communicating with kids and enjoying every phase of a child’s growth
- Putting your wife on a pedestal
- The power of your example
- His tips for dads
Connect with Joe
TikTok @joeatang
Instagram @joeatang
YouTube A Cup of Joe Atang
Thank you for tuning in every week. I also invite you to join my private FathersFyre Facebook Group where we have open, heart felt discussions as meant to help us grow.
This week my heart has been weighed down by the events, we've witnessed since the murder of George Floyd. My heart and mind have been turned to our own experiences with the judicial system over the past 18 months. I must admit that my assumptions and naivety have been jolted into a new reality. These combined with what we've witness over the past couple weeks has caused me to ask the question, "Have we become moral monsters?" In our anger, frustration, and anger have we lost our humanity. Have we lost sight that we are all growing? We all stumble. That we all need grace.
I hear the call with for justice. But our calls for justice really have morphed into demands for punishment. When did we lose the importance and power of mercy?
I hope this episode causes serious reflection. I hope it causes you to look inward. I hope it helps you become a better man and father. If we can't be honest with ourselves, our own biases how can we ever help our children to become more?
I'd love to hear your comments.
Your friend,
Jody
jody.sedrick@gmail.com
This week my guest is Chuck Hill. He is the father of 6 children. He also works with men and young boys to help them develop the tools they need to be great men and fathers. Join us as we explore:
- Raising 6 children
- Making time to play with your kids
- Chuck changing his work schedule so he could be truly present with his kids.
- Establishing a date night & consistently making time for your wife.
- Making the commitment to be a great father and dedicated to his wife
I also want to extend a personal invitation for you to join our FathersFyre Facebook Group.
If you have comments or would like me to discuss a topic please reach out to me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or jody.sedrick@gmail.com
The entire SpeakFyre family got together to discuss the impact of the murder of George Floyd on Facebook Live on Sunday, June 7th.
We explore the tough conversations going on in our homes and work. We have a candid discussion about how we are talking to our family. The struggles we are addressing. What conclusions are we coming to? And the ultimate question how can we be the instrument of change?
Make sure to check out the entire team every week on their individual podcasts.
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Neil Legend - ChampionFyre
Thank you for joining me every week on FathersFyre. I also invite you, men, to join my private Facebook Group called FathersFyre.
If you have questions, comments, or suggestions please reach out to me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or jody.sedrick@gmail.com
Have a great week.
This is a special episode of FathersFyre. I’ve gathered 4 men who I respect to discuss the recent murder of George Floyd by a police officer in Minneapolis. I wanted to have a diverse group of men who we could have a discussion about how we are having the difficult discussions with our kids about the murder we all witness as well as the ensuing protest and looting across many cities across the country.
My guests are Damon Rich, Rick Kolb, and Nate Furlong. This was originally broadcast life on Facebook Live. I have published it on YouTube, Anchor.FM and other major podcast platforms.
Please join us as we have an open, candid, and very raw discussion.
This week has been extremely challenging in the face of the murder of George Floyd. Ive had many discussions with my own children as we all try to reconcile the horrify murder that we witnessed. I thought I’d share some tips on how you can answer the questions that are searing your children’s hearts and help them come to a place of peace, resolution and action.
The final day of Mother’s Day May Tributes.
This has been such a phenomenal experience. I enjoyed hearing what other men have to say about the women in their lives. The one thing that is undeniable is that you ladies are the key difference in the world. Thank you for your love and dedication to each one of us and especially your families
Today’s messages from my friend Renny Doyle
Happy Mother’s Day and I hope every single day you’re treated like the queen you are!! 
Healing vs Hate/Not White vs Black - it’s EVERYBODY vs RACISM
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My wife Judie and I went on Facebook Live, TikTok and Instagram to express some of our thoughts surrounding the murder of George Floyd. Our hearts are heavy at what is happening in our country right now. We’ve had many late-night discussions about George Floyd and the ensuing riots and wanted to share some of our thoughts.
Know that we love and stand with you! Let’s be the change we want to see in the world and then lead people to the change.
Happy 29th Day of Mother's Day May Tributes
One of the greatest blessings of my life is to have been blessed with is a significant diversity of people. What I've seen, witnessed and felt is the women from all countries and cultures have the universal gift and characteristic to bring out the best in us and to truly love and see who we are. Thank you to all of you AMAZING women from all around the world who have touched my life. I am a better man because of your love.
And Mom Peralta I love and miss you!!
Today's message of love comes from Alejandro Bonilla
Happy Mother's Day!
27th Day of Mother's Day May Tribute
Whether you're a mom of 1, 3 or 10 you have the incredible gift of caring, nurturing, encouraging, juggling, managing and most importantly making a home truly beautiful. Thank you for everything you do to make life wonderful even amid what to you may seem utter chaos. You truly are a blessing.
Today's message of love is from Neil Adams.
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy 26th Day of Mother's Day May Tributes
My message is to both you and the men today. Men we need to do a better job of helping our wife around the house. Yes, you need to put on an apron, fold the clothes, clean the house, help with the kids and anything else to help your beautiful lady make your house a home. Don't just be partners be EXTREME partners fully committed to your lady.
Ladies, let the guys help you. They may not do it perfectly, it may not be the way you do it but let them share the load. I tell you when you truly become a tag team life can be so much easier. Thank you for everything you do to make your home a home.
Today's message of love is from your brother, your friend, Sean Brasfield
Happy Mother's Day!
25th Day Of Mother's Day May
We are in our final week of tributes. On this Memorial Day we want to give a shout out to all of you ladies who have served or continue to serve in our armed forces. I'm proud to say my mom is Navy vet. You are my hero. We truly appreciate your dedication and service to preserve our freedom. Thank you!
Today's Mother's Day Tribute is from Des Morris
Happy Mother's Day!
This week I corner Damon Rich. This week we explore his experiences as a father. We also delve into how he broke the cycle of not having a dad who was present and then being blessed with a phenomenal stepdad who set a new example and inspired him to be a great dad.
Show highlights:
- The danger of measuring yourself against other dads
- The importance of being truly present with your kids
- Softening our rough and tough demeanor to connect with our kids
- The importance of going into your kid’s world and creating a connection
- Recognizing each child is different so you need to parent differently
- Giving your kids space until they are in a good place to discuss problems
- You can’t spank your kids for everything. You need to learn to teach more than discipline
- Teaching your kids to think through consequences
- Allow kids the opportunity to think through challenges and allow them to make the choice
- The power of having your kids write an essay as part of the discipline
- Your true legacy is what you do with your children
- How he broke the cycle of not having a dad
Check out Damon at
Marriage Refresh
https://www.marriagerefresh.net/
Instagram: @damonrichspeaks
Thank you for joining me every week as we explore fatherhood and how we can be be best fathers, husbands and best men possible. I invite you to join my FathersFyre Facebook Group for men only.
Have a great week!
Happy 24th Day of Mother's Day May
What do you think of when you hear the word "Home"? I don't know how you can think of "Home" without thinking of Mom. You ladies have the amazing gift of making any place, even any situation home when you are near. Thank you for making us feel at home.
Today's message of love is brought to you by my friend Julian Gibson.
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy 23rd day of Mother’s Day May! Today’s extra special because it kicks off Memorial day weekend. I want to give a special tribute to all the ladies who have served or continue to serve in our military, police, fire department or other frontline careers. Your selfless dedication and commitment to us is inspiring. We want to thank all of you ladies for having such a huge impact on every aspect of our life
Today’s Mother’s Day tribute comes from Michael Gingras
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy 22nd Day Of Mother’s Day. Today we want to give a special tribute to all of you single moms, aunts, and grandparents said step in to really make a significant impact on a young child’s life. We know that Sundays are truly challenging but you rise to the Occasion and make all the difference!
Today’s message of love is from my good friend Bobby Berg
Happy Mother’s Day! 
Hey, ladies Happy 21st Day of Mother's Day May.
Infants, toddlers, young kids to teens all bring their unique tests of a mother's love. I know many days you wonder "am I making an impact?", "Am I ruining my kids?", "What did I do?","Am I a good mom?" At times the journey of motherhood leaves you in a dark cloud of self-doubt and wonder. It also filled with beautiful moments of sucker sweet kisses, dandelion flowers, and tender snuggles sitting on the couch. You ARE having an impact! You truly are amazing and we love you!
Today's message of love comes from Jeff Barnes and his littles
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy 20th Day of Mother's Day May!
Today I'm reflecting on your amazing ability to continually extend the arms of love and support to your children no matter the distance. When kids are young they don't appreciate mom's constant yearning to be near them viewing it as smothering. But as you get older, and mom get's older you really yearn for that connection. Thank you mom's for all you do.
Today's Mother's Day message of love comes from my friend Cornelius Dunlap (Neil Legend)
Happy Mother's Day!
Good morning ladies! It's the 19th Day of Mother's Day May. Today I want to give a shout out to not only you moms but you stepmoms, aunts, grandmas, and you ladies that are just having an IMPACT by your love and dedication to everyone.
Today's message is from Ben Benjamin Ellsworth and is boy Wes
Happy Mother's Day!
Ladies your love and kindness brighten the darkest day and lifts the spirits of those who are struggling. The power of your presence can be so calming and bring such peace to the heart. You truly are incomparably even ELITE. Thank you for making every day brighter.
Today's message of love comes from my good friend Shon Hart
This week I explore breaking generational curses with Brian Echols. We explore things about how he has broken the cycle to ensure his kids have the dad he always wanted. Men can break the cycle and create a new legacy for our kids and generations to come.
Show Highlights
- Shout out to the Michigan State University Spartan Dogs
- Training his son Power who signed with North Carolina Tar Heels
- Teaching his son the way he would’ve liked to have been taught
- Teaching your kids to be humble and to let their actions speak to who they are
- Teaching your kids to pay the price for success
- Showing your kids by example not just words
- F.E.A.R Teaching your kids mental toughness
- Be Still in the middle of a storm
- Teaching kids and men how to honestly self assess
- Naming your kids - the power in names
- Generational Curses
Thanks for joining me every week. I also invite you to join the FatherFyre Facebook Group.
Please also check out the podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
17th Day of Mother's Day May
Watching my wife and a couple of her girlfriends today rally around a dear friend to give her love and support I was struck by how easily it is for you ladies to serve. Running to a dear friend to console, encourage, uplift, and love is a gift that comes so naturally to you. Your selfless attention to others and working to ensure everyone is cared for is inspiring an a blessing to everyone you touch. Thank you for all you do.
Today's message of love comes from my friend Mike Lewis
Happy Mother's Day!
16th Day of Mother's Day May! Happy Mother's Day. Ladies I know it's easy to feel like what you are doing doesn't matter, that you're not getting everything done, that some days you don't feel like you measure up, that you're not good enough. Set that negative self talk aside.
Yes, some days can be overwhelming but like water rushing through a canyon your impact slowly hones and polishes your children, friends, and family.
Please don't underestimate the power of your consistent efforts. You truly have a BIG Impact on our lives.
Today's message of love comes to you from my friend Big D.
Happy Mother's Day!
15th Day of MOther's Day May. hard to believe we're half way through our month of tributes to you amazing ladies! The influence and impact you have on our lives is unmeasurable.
Today's message of love is from Antoine Nelson
Happy 14th Day of Mother's Day May. We just spent 2 fantastic days with our oldest son Devon Michael Sedrick It doesn't matter the age of your kids they are always your babies. Our message today is from Garrett Kroon and his sweet little guy!
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy 13th Day of Mother's Day May. Chuck Hill shares a message of love and appreciation today.
Happy Mother's Day to all of you ladies!
12th Day of Mother’s Day May
Women you are so pivotal Ilin helping your kids achieve their dreams. Your make on their life is a permanent legacy to everyone they serve.
Today’s tribute and message of love comes from my good friend Jonah Gomez, owner of Detailpreneurs
Happy Mother’s Day!
This week I sit down with Kenneth Nelson Jr. writer, director, and producer of the film Sincerely, Brenda. We explore the genesis of his film that explores a recovering alcoholic’s attempts to bridge the gap between his estranged boys upon the unexpected death of their mom. It’s an emotional, hard look at what many families face or have gone through dealing with alcoholism.
I HIGHLY recommend Sincerely, Brenda. I am so grateful to interview Kenneth. His movie highlights the hard-hitting, painful journey that the fallout of alcoholism plagues many families. I think one of the things that were reinforced to me is that change is a difficult process both for the person addicted and those with their circle. The process of mending hearts can hurtful. Learning how to forgive and extending love when the walls of hurt are raw, real, close to the heart, and difficult to break down that making amends can be a slow but capable process.
I think you’re going to love this episode. Please send me an email with any thoughts or if you would like to discuss something you are struggling within your family.
jody.sedrick@gmail.com or fathersfyre@gmail.com
Check out Sincerely, Brenda on Amazon Prime! (https://www.amazon.com/Sincerely-Brenda-Sean-Vaughn/dp/B07N41FKST)
Thanks for tuning in each week.
Hey Ladies,
We're not done sharing our love and appreciation for you. It is the 11th Day of Mother's Day May. My good friend Rick Kolb has the message of love today.
Happy Mother's Day to all of you AMAZING ladies!
Happy Mother's Day! it is our 10th day of Mother's Day May and actually Mother's Day. I want to express my love for my mom, my beautiful wife - Judie Sedrick, my sisters, sister-in-laws, nieces, and other amazing women in my life.
My son Devon Michael Sedrick shares his Mother's Day message of love as well.
To all of you ladies thank you for your love, dedication, and service. We love you!
Happy Mother's Day!
Happy Mother’s Day! It is our ninth day of tribute to you amazing women.
Today’s message is coming from Tank EdDucates and his kids. We also wanna recognize his efforts as he earned his doctorate degree and should have been walking today but COvID changed those plans. We have to certainly recognize that his beautiful wife had a lot to do with his achieving that goal.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Day 8 of Mother's Day Tribute. Ladies, we know you are constantly going the distance for your children, family, and friends. Early mornings, late nights you are always taking care of everyone often and the expense of something you would really love to do. We truly love and appreciate your dedication to us.
Today's message of love is from Derek and his boys Sedrick and Cody high atop Bogus Basin. Yeah he's putting in another 100 Miler and you know Becky is always supporting his crazy long-distance ideas.
Happy 7th Day of Mother's Day May! Today we want to recognize your selfless dedication to your families and those around you. We all know you have a tendency to put EVERYONE first and tend to neglect yourself. We want you to know that we love and appreciate your dedication and love to everyone. Kevin Benedict shares a message of love to you and his beautiful wife Shawna Benedict
Happy Mother's Day!
mothersday #mommaslove #momma #selfless #dedicated #momlife #remarkable
It's BLOWING in Boise but that's not going to stop us from bringing you ladies another Mothers Day message of love and appreciation. Today's message comes to you all the way from Hawaii and my friend Jeremy Loque and his beautiful daughter.
Mahalo and Happy Mothers Day!
Mothers Day May continues.
Hoy tengo un mensaje de amor y gratitud para todas las mujeres y madres latinas. Gracias por todo lo que hace para nosotros. Su dedicacion y servicio es increible. Mi amigo Jose Valle quiere compartir un mensaje de amor para ti.
Feliz Dia de las Madres!
Our message of love and appreciation comes from Chris Woolman (also know as Renny's Hitman) and his two stormtrooper littles. We truly do appreciate everything you do inside and outside the home.
Happy Mother's Day and May the Fourth Be With You!
This week I visit with Robin Marquez proud father of 3 daughters and owner of Signature Auto Detail Hawaii is my guest on FathersFyre. He's dropping GOLD! We explore
Show Highlights:
- Journey of walking with the boys to win the 2D State Basketball Championship after losing the local championship
- Having an impact in the community as well as in your home
- Teaching the boys that your story is never done - learn to continually write their story
- Struggling with making time for work, college and being a dad
- a 7-year-olds question - why aren’t you home for dinner
- Covid19 impact on parenting
- Reading with his children - not just kids books but personal development books
In honor of Mother's Day, I've asked men in my circle of friends to give me a tribute to their mother, wife, grandmother, step-mom, sister or any other woman that has blessed them. I'm going to post a message every single day!
Today's tribute is from my son Zayne Sedrick
If you would like to give a special lady a shout out please DM me
Happy Mother's Day
mothers #mothersday #moms #womanpower #mommy #mommyandme #fathers #fathersfyre #honorwomen
My friend Chris Williams owner of East Coast Custom Detailing shares a message of love to his mom, his fiancé Marcella Loza and you ladies.
Happy Mother’s Day!
In on honor of Mother's Day I've asked men in my circle of friends to give me a tribute to their mother, wife, grandmother, step-mom, sister or any other woman that has blessed them. I'm going to post a message every single day!
Today's tribute is from Anthony Bowman, owner of Smoky Tony's BBQ
If you would like to give a special lady a shout out please email me at jody.sedrick@gmail.com or fathersfyre@gmail.com
Happy Mother's Day
Welcome to the second half of the SpeakFyre Fireside. The entire SpeakFyre family is getting together to wrap up our conversation about Corona and how we are responding to this health crisis. Some similarities and some differences but that's what makes having a strong community and open dialogue provide. Join us as we bring different viewpoints and experiences to the table.
This week we actually have a special edition of FathersFyre. The entire SpeakFyre family is getting together to talk about Corona and how they are responding to this health crisis that is literally shutting down our global economy. Join us as we bring different viewpoints and experiences to the table.
How are you and your family taking on Corona?
Chris Williams a former SWAT Team member and now the owner of Coast Custom Detail is my guest this week. We explore the challenge of being a single dad and transitioning to a blended family with his Fiance Marcy.
Show highlights:
- Working shift work as a member of the SWAT Team
- The blessing of having his sister and mother to help take care of his girls
- Balancing being a great parent and working to support the family
- Hard times living on a Police Officers salary
- Sacrificing for his girls
- Instilling confidence and faith in his girls
- Building and keeping a strong family structure built around Dad and extended family
- Blending a family with his fiance and her son
- Bringing a new son-in-law into the family
- His tips for building a strong family
Thanks for joining me every week. I also invite you to join the FatherFyre Facebook Group.
Please also check out the podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
This week we meet with Jonah Gomez who in the words of his Instagram profile is a
👨👩👧 Father and Husband
📈Entrepreneur
🎙Motivational Speaker
✈️Travel Addict
🏡Real Estate Investor
He has a PASSION for being a dad that is infectious. Join us for the conversation
Show Highlights:
- Going from newly wed to newly dad
- Undervalue stay at home moms
- Being a father is the MOST important thing
- Parenting is a shared adventure - diapers and all
- Always nurturing the relationship with your wife
- Traveling with his wife and 2 year old daughter
- Exposing your kids to other cultures and experiences at an early age
- Teaching your kids how to work / working side by with them
- Being the father his wife didn’t have
- It’s not to late to change your legacy
Thanks for joining me every week. I also invite you to join the FatherFyre Facebook Group.
Please also check out the podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
This week I visit with Kalob Valle who is the father an active 2 year old. He and his wife are expecting their 2nd child. We explore not only being a young dad and making the decision to be a stay at home dad.
Show highlights:
- How he and is wife prepared themselves for their first son
- Deciding that he would be a stay at home dad and his wife work outside the home
- The joy and challenge of being a stay at home dad
- How Corona has affected his family
- Preparing for their 2nd child • His work with troubled youth - what happens in the home makes all the difference
- Not rushing moments with his kid
Thanks for joining me every week.
Please also check out the podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
Girls, Girls, Girls! This week I meet with Daniel Gill owner of D & P Detail to discuss the joy and challenges of raising three daughters. It’s a full-time job but he’s loving every minute of it - well except the school drama ;)
- Creative things his letting his girls do with him during #safeathome
- Working in the shop, building forts
- Getting you girls involved in the “man stuff” - busting the stereotype
- Letting your girls paint when you are OCD
- Having his girls and wife involved in building his auto detailing business
- Teaching my girls stuff I wish I had been taught as a kid
- Allowing your kids space to learn
- ALWAYS telling my girls, “Thank you for your help”
- Biggest Test — the drama that comes with other girls in school
- Creating an environment that kids feel that you love them and are always there
- Putting his girls and wife first
- Cherishing your wife so that your daughters see how they should be treated
- 2 Key tips to being a great dad
Please remember to subscribe and review.
Also, please check out my other podcast that I co-host with my wife called Choose Don’t Excuse https://open.spotify.com/show/7tWAXN9RW9WVprpW21RIWI
Money, Money, Money! We’re talking entrepreneurship and teaching your kids about money, financing and fostering entrepreneurship in your kids with Julian Gibson, The New Face of Finance
Show Highlights:
- Story by Rethinking Rich Academy
- Desperately wanting to go to Walt Disney World with my family
- Selling Krispy Kreme donuts door to door
- Lesson in purchasing and pricing
- Julian - selling newspapers as a kid
- Tips to teach your kids about financing
- Appreciating sacrifice of our parents
- Teaching your kids that they have a support system
- College may not be the only path - show kids trade options and starting their own business
- Get a custodial account setup for your kids
- Most important investment - invest in your kids
Check out Julian Gibson on Facebook at Rethinking Rich Academy
www.rethinkingrich.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/rethinkingrich.com
Late Night Boss Talk: https://instagram.com/latenightbosstalk
I sat down with Emmanuel Chirilean, Executive Director of Tank EdDucates this week. We explore the narrative that there are few good fathers in the African American Culture. He proudly announces this was not his experience and neither does it have to be that of others if we are willing to step up, set the bar high, and be fathers who lead.
Show highlights:
- Narrative that there are not good men and fathers in the black culture
- 38% of African American families come from 2 parent family households versus 72% in White American families
- The blessing of being raised by a father with strict God centered focus
- Who is teaching us how to become good men
- A father is a person should be a person who is responsible and who is a leader in his family
- Men like Emmanuel, Shon Hart, Eric Thomas intentionally trying to set the bar
- Why he created Tank EdDucates
- Changing education to model the way kids learn
- Extending into prison reform and other areas
- What adopted from his dad and what characteristics he has adapted as he is raising his kids (Old Testament vs. New Testament)
- Kids rise to the expectations set for them
- Pushing our dreams on our kids instead of parenting according to their gifts
Guest:
Emmanuel Cherilien
Executive Director of Tank EdDucates
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tankedducates/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echerilien
Website: https://www.tankedducates.com/
Thank you for joining me every week on FathersFyre. Please subscribe and review. Also my other podcast that I co-host with wife called Choose Don’t Excuse,
This week I meet with Antoine Nelson the Executive Director of Sons of Someone. Not only is he working with young kids from ages 8 - 18 he's also working with men to help them be men of integrity and engagement in their families. Join us as we discuss the following:
- The great work he's doing with Sons of Someone
- Creating college tours for kids
- Job readiness with a twist - let's look at the business end not just working
- Hosting men meetup and having REAL discussions together - getting them to open so they can grow
- 18 and a father just winging it
- If you didn't have a good father the challenge of now knowing what it looks like and what you should do
- Being a father of girls and now a boy - how it's different
Make sure to check him out on
Instagram: @antoinetheinfluencer
Facebook: Sons of Someone
Thanks for joining me every week. Please also check out Choose Don't Excuse.
This week we sit down for a heart felt discussion about suicide. In that past 10 days our family has had two teens very close to us attempt suicide. I thought it would be helpful to share some key things to listen and watch for.
Thing to be attuned to even if they're not talking
- Major Loss in their life. This could include a divorce, death of a loved one, etc.
- Feeling abandoned or betrayed by a loved one or someone they've trusted
- Severe peer pressure including bullying
- Experiencing extreme humiliation
If you see any of these please don’t push it aside - listen, empathize and act when needed.
5 things your loved on might say that are cues they may be considering suicide:
- Nothing Matters, it’s not that important
- I wonder how many people would show up at my funeral
- Sometimes I wanna go to sleep and never wake up
- Everyone would be better off without me
- You won’t have to worry about me much longer
If you are struggling with this in your family and you don’t know where to turn please reach out to me. Call me at 208-890-3399 or email me jody.sedrick@gmail.com.
National Resources
Suicide Prevention Line 800-273-8255
Treasure Valley Idaho Resources:
Limitless Life Counseling
https://www.limitlesslifecounseling.com/
208-807-2877
Garret Kroon Counseling
https://krooncounseling.com
(208) 620-5399
I also invite you to listen to my wife and I talk about this important topic on Choose Don’t Excuse. Check out "Ep 53. More Open Arms. Less Iron Fists - Loving through Suicide" https://open.spotify.com/episode/2BQ9gh1Dl5T5hC6Hscxv0n
This week I visit with Esteveson Coleman a young man who I met in Port Au Prince. We discuss is experience as an orphan coming to the United States to become part of a new family. We discuss what he is doing now to help the children of Haiti through Brace for Impact 46. We discuss his recent announcement that he had his new wife are expecting their first child. Join us as I connect with a young man that has impacted my life.
- Meeting Stevenson in Port Au Prince Haiti
- Coming to America as an orphan and getting a new family
- His first experience going to America - a plane, escalator, elevator, winter trees and Thanksgiving
- Devon going to Haiti - “Dad I didn’t know we were rich”
- Estevenson I didn’t realize how poor we were in Haiti
- He didn’t become a Doctor but he is actively helping the people of Haiti as the Program Manager for Brace for Impact 46
- Living with impact
- The announcement that he and his wife are expecting their first child
- How he’s preparing to be a dad
- Making sure that I continue to put my wife first before the new baby
- How you can help Brace For Impact 46; volunteer, donate, buy their coffee
Brace For Impact 46
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/braceforimpact46/?eid=ARCUjPoyzY9VqTvZwrffyTpR9Ik5I86_eUfIZWFFLJg7uRpotSp2DNI_dIfG1He1Ah_btkshyLFkh1n2&timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100001203102404&fref=tag
Website: www.braceforimpact45.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braceforimpact46/
This week marks my 31st wedding anniversary to the love of my Judie Sedrick. I thought we'd explore some key ingredients to fostering and building a long term relationship with your wife.
Show highlights:
- Laying side by side with my dad in the sunny windows
- Only puppy love
- The only time a saw my dad really lose his cool was when we didn’t treat our mom with respect
- I was asked how do you create a strong marriage
- Commitment, forgiveness, love, and determination to work through challenges
- The love you have for your wife is the foundation for truly loving your kids
- Turn your couple relationship into a threesome with power - kneel every day with your wife in prayer
- Searching for the hashtag fatherhood
- Raising our sons to be kings, raising our daughters to be queens.
- How do we emulate that for our kids?
- Sometimes you need to prune, fertilize and nature your relationships
This week we have a followup discussion with Garret Kroon. We explore how “The Father Wound” affects our children. We look at 4 keys areas where the lack of father engagement has profound effects on children. The four areas Garret shares are the father who is distant, cold, missing in action or completely tyrannical.
Show highlights:
- Going through the motions but really trying to escape through work, sports, or other activities
- The missing dad - not just out of the house, work, Sports Center
- Kids long for a connection
- Neglectful fathers - often don’t have the ability to connect
- If we didn’t have the connection with our father how are we going to have the ability to connect with our kids
- How do you develop the ability to understand and empathize with your emotionally wounded kids.
- The tyrannical and mean father
- Perception of powerlessness
- Reverting to yelling, demanding to get kids to respond because you don’t know how to deal with the situation
- The power of developing self laws
- Garret’s self law for yelling - Danger, Distance, Dogs, Sports
- Adopting new kids, not having the attachment exposed weaknesses in my character that I needed to address
- An aspect of our society that is teaching that men are toxic.
- Learning to forgive ourselves and then being willing to changes.
Garret Kroon
krooncounseling.com
Thank you for joining me every week. Please check out my other podcast, Choose Don’t Excuse, that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
This week I visit with my good friend Garret Kroon. Garret is a licensed counselor focusing on family and couple therapy. He specializes in anxiety and trauma working with men and young men who have experienced emotional or physical trauma. We discuss what he terms “The Father Wound”; a wound in our heart in the shape of our father.
Show highlights:
- The hole in men’s hearts that they can’t face or it is difficult to face.
- Men or boys who come in for addiction, anxiety or depression help invariably have a hole in their heart shaped like his dad.
- Many look for coping skills but what the really need to do is heal the wound in their heart
- How do men fill that hole?
- We have to look back
- Dr. Jonas Web - “Running on Empty”
- Pushing aside the wounds. “Just buck up” We don’t teach boys and men how to deal with emotions
- “Isolation masked as nobility” Men hiding our fear, our inability to connect with our loved ones and working all the time or escaping behind the Sports Channel
- Ten things that help us identify if we have a father wound and ideas to help
References in the podcast:
Running on Empty: Overcome Your Childhood Emotional Neglect https://www.amazon.com/dp/161448242X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2ljlEbHZX96F3
No More Mr Nice Guy: A Proven Plan for Getting What You Want in Love, Sex, and Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/0762415339/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BnjlEbJ889DGJ
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos https://www.amazon.com/dp/0345816021/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hojlEbRJV7YMT
Man's Search for Meaning https://www.amazon.com/dp/0807014273/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3pjlEbNXVT13V
Garret Kroon
krooncounseling.com
Thank you for joining me every week. Please check out my other podcast, Choose Don’t Excuse, that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick
Wow! The Sporting World and our family was shocked today with the death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna in a horrible helicopter crash. I couldn't believe it when my son came upstairs just before Sunday Brunch to share the unbelievable fan. My son is a HUGE basketball fan so our discussion centered around the loss and legacy of such an amazing man on and off the court. Join me as we give a very small tribute to Kobe and share a personal experience I had watching Kobe not as an athlete as a dad.
Thank you for joining me for another episode of FathersFyre.
Make sure to check out the Rest of the SpeakFyre family
Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
Neal Legend - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick TikTok: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
I thought I'd do a followup conversation to last week's episode of FathersFyre, "Dealing with the 'Broken' Child".
We are not in a perfect place yet but we are making progress. I realized while driving home with my daughter that I have to "Lean In" to my kids, even when they are resisting or still have that wall up. I'm sure you all know what it's like to have the cold shoulder, attitude and general dark cloud walking around your house. It may be time to lean in with a little love.
Show Highlights:
- Picking my daughter up from work and teasing, playing with her and she leans away from me to escape
- Lean In to your kids
- Judie's festering boil - required serious digging to get at the root of the problem
- You are the vehicle to help them grow
- Don't forget to rely on the main upstairs
- Remember you asked to be a parent which includes everything that comes with it.
- Thoughts from reading Sean Brasfield's new book, "Lights Camera Success"
Thank you for joining me. Make sure to check out the rest of the SpeakFyre Family
Take a walk with me in the snow as I share a VERY challenging week with my daughter. Straight up gents, this was a week of testing my patience, my internal resolve to truly love and support my daughter as she was truly struggling with some internal challenges. Fortunately, I'm blessed with an amazing wife who provides me and we provide each other a "parent check" to make sure we are acting in a positive, loving way with our kids especially when they are being difficult.
Show highlights:
- Shout out to Sean Brasfield for releasing his first book "Lights, Camera, Success"
- Taking a walk in the snow as I share my frustration and thoughts for this week
- Dealing with an extremely obstinate daughter
- Setting down consequences for certain actions but knowing when to step back from bringing the hammer down.
- Our daughter finally coming in and having an emotional breakdown, crying her little heart out.
- The principle of broken
- Recognizing that we are all broken at times and need someone to help us put the pieces back together again
I also have to quit walking in the snow. It's too cold to talk and share thoughts ;)
Thank you guys for joining me every week on FathersFyre. I would love to hear how you deal with the obstinate, hurt child and help them push through the pain and develop the skills to cope with the hurtful challenges of life.
Something on your mind give me a shout at fathersfyre@gmail.com or jsedrick@cableone.net. You can also check me out on Instagram @jodysedrick
I invite you to also check out the podcast I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick called Choose Don't Excuse.
Hey Gents, Welcome to FathersFyre. This week I share my experiences helping my daughter pack up for college and then driving down to Utah Valley University, UVU. Yes, it was a rollercoaster of emotions especially for my daughter Ke'lani and mom. We meet Coach Sam Atoa for a personal tour of UVU and hear some key words of wisdom he had for my daughter and the other new athlete joining Ke'ilani.
Coach Atoa Nuggets:
- “On time is late. Be early”. It gives you time to take care of the unexpected. It gives you time to prepare.
- Culture of respect. Respect for your coaches and teammates by showing up on time. The way we talk to each other working to build each other up
- Communicate
- Be accountable for your mistakes
Sorry for the wind in the audio I walking out in the cold to collect and share my thoughts.Thank you for joining me.
Good morning gents! This week we have a candid discussion about getting off the couch and spending deliberate time with your kids and wife.
Show Highlights:
- Fun things we did as a family over the Christmas break. (A lot of them didn't cost any money)
- Nice compliment my wife received about our family
- My experience with counseling a young couple who was struggling in their marriage and he was complaining about lack of intimacy
- Yes, you're tired when you get home so is your wife. Help her so you can have some time together
- Get off the couch and be an active part in raising your kids and helping around the house
Thank you for joining me every week. Something on your mind give me a shout at fathersfyre@gmail.com or jsedrick@cableone.net. You can also check me out on Instagram @jodysedrick
I invite you to also check out the podcast I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick called Choose Don't Excuse.
This morning I visit with Oscar Williamson owner of Catch and Release Cammo a C-Sik Fishing Apparel. Join us as we discuss taking your kids on that first hunting trip, starting his business with his entire family, and fueling his son Parker's interest in running the business and helping him develop his own product to take to market.
Show highlights:
- Starting his hunting apparel business centered around creating quality and affordable product for youth
- Counting down the days to take his son out on his first hunt
- Teaching your kids to hunt.
- Holding back and letting your kid take the shot.
- Learning patience as a dad especially when you are an AVID hunter that is all about business to have a successful hunt
- Starting Catch and Release Cammo with his family support
- The different interest and talents of each child
- One of Oscar’s son is very interested in learning how to operate and build a business.
- Oscar showing his son Parker the actual blueprint of how to create, source, market, and sell his own shirts as part of Catch and Release Cammo
- The importance of setting your child up for success but allowing them to fail.
- Teaching your kids to be prepared for failure and in showing them how to respond to obstacles
- Oscar learning Social Media strategies from his son Parker
Guest info:
Oscar Williamson
Website http://catchandrelease.us
Instagram: Catch & Release Cammo
Website: http://csik.us
Instagram: C-Sik Fishing Apparel
Thank you for tuning in to FathersFyre. Please subscribe and review.
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
This week I meet with my good friend Sean Brasfield. We discuss overcoming the generational curse of fatherlessness. Sean openly shares his experience and feelings of not having his father around as a young boy.
Show highlights
- The impact of being a fatherless son
- As a boy wrestled with the thought “am I not good enough for my father”?
- His father thought he needed to give him things, what Sean really wanted was his time and love
- The Impact of his father’s death on him at the age of 19
- Missing the blueprint of becoming a man - transitioning from teenage years to adulthood
- Jody’s experience of being stripped of his pants at church and locked outside
- Wrestling with growing up and discovering your identity
- Now that Sean is a father What is he doing to be fully there for his kids
- Feeling the responsibility to break the generational curse of not having a father who is active in his kids' lives
- Recapturing your childhood by living vicariously through playing with your kids
- Building a home built on prayer and serving the Lord
Guest
Sean Brasfield
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theofficialseanb/
YoungFyre Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iUtRxt6mfflbZGubN2udM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrBrasfield
Thank you for tuning in to FathersFyre. Please subscribe and review.
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
When I was 8 or 9 Years old I desperately wanted a diver's watch from Santa. My heart went from excitement and anticipation to disappointment, despair, and disbelief when I came down the stairs Christmas to discover Santa hadn't left me any gift at all. Join me as we explore my experience of thinking I was on the naughty list.
Merry Christmas!
Jody Sedrick
This week I meet with my good friend Jose Junco who I met detailing Air Force One a year and a half ago. He is a single father of 2 who is extremely invested in his children. We discuss what it takes to truly build memories with your kids and putting them first.
Show highlights:
- How he was able to get his daughter Vivian into art classes to develop her natural interest and talent for art
- Finding creative ways to do things for your kids with limited resources
- Encouraging and cheering his son on in his love for playing soccer
- How do you juggle being the last line of defense for your kids like a goalie but being the 1st line of offense for your kids.
- Giving your kids the ultimate gift — you
- Building memories with your kids is the most important thing
- Helping your kids see what they can’t see
- Sometimes you need outside help for your kids. Getting therapy for your kids when they need it.
- Becoming a better person so you can be a better dad
- One of the best things I ever did was stay home in the morning and cook my kids breakfast to start “our” day right
- Learn to love the process of becoming a good dad
Two tips from Jose
- Having open communication with the kids and learning how to listening
- Investing in building memories with your kids
Thank you for joining me for another episode of FathersFyre.
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
I love this time of year! Thanksgiving and Christmas bring me so much joy and fun with my family and friends. Naturally this week my heart is turned with greater intent on being grateful. Inspired by an activity in Shon Hart’s Facebook Group 90 Days to Dominate Your Lane I thought I’d write a letter to my dad telling him why I’m grateful for him. I hope it generates thoughts of gratitude for the dad or man in your life that has had a significant impact on your life:
Thanks Dad for:
- One of the keys to becoming a better man is being grateful
- Shon Hart’s 90 Day to Dominate your Lane activity to write a love letter to yourself. I adapt it to writing a letter of love gratitude to my dad
- Thank you for teaching me..
- How to work
- To set a goal so big that you would walk with me and support me in achieving that goal
- That family is THE MOST important thing
- Teaching us how to play
- It’s ok to change and be willing to share that you need to change
- To love and honor God.
- To honor and love women
- To be dedicated and loyal
- Taking time to call us and just talk to us
- Keep true to the faith, keep working and the Lord will make it right
Thank you for joining me for another episode of FathersFyre. Happy Thanksgiving!
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This weekend Judie and I watched Jessica compete in the High School District Drama competitions. It was a week of preparation, writing, rewriting, practicing the 5-minute play that she and her friends had written. I was blown away by the creativity by not only her team but all the kids who competed. I thought we'd explore fostering creativity and imagination in your kids.
Show highlights:
- Jessica’s High School Drama Competition
- Cody expressing a desire to paint. His dad Derek bought a Bob Ross video, paints and canvas and they both learned together
- Christian building a Haunted House in our entire backyard
- Creating shrunken heads and selling them to the neighborhood kids
- Foster and embrace the creative interests in your kids
- Walk that creative journey with them
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I am at SEMA, the largest automotive show in they world. I gather 3 men who I respect, William Lara - Miami Luxe Detailing, Jamie Buchanan - Visual Perfection, and Rod Puzey - Zenware to talk about one key lesson they learned from their dad and what they are doing or plan to do with their kids.
Show highlights:
- Teaching the value of work and strong work ethic
- Taking your kids to work with you
- Trusting them and giving them work to do
- Teaching the kids the value of a dollar
- Help your kids explore and pursue dreams
- When you play, play hard
- Allow your kids to change interests and pursuits
- Treating girls equal to sons
- Help your kids work for their dreams, foster their drive to pursue their dreams
Thank you for tuning in. I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This weekend Judie and I drove up to beautiful Coeur d'Alene Idaho for the 5A State Volleyball Championship. It was an EPIC weekend of competition and lessons observed watching our girls and other teams play on such an ELITE level. Our girls lost the first match setting them in the loser bracket forces them to go the LONG way around to the final championship game with Thunder Ridge. It was an epic experience watching the girls battle back to the top.
Show Highlights:
- Losing and then pushing through adversity to come all the way back to the final championship game
- Teach your kids to work hard for a dream.
- Teach them that what they do off the court or when no one is looking makes a huge difference. It is a true measure of your character of who you are.
- Teach them to work through failure.
- Teach them to lose gracefully.
- Teach them to celebrate their wins while being graceful winners
- Teach them to be grateful to the coaches and men and women in their lives.
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
Super excited to have Kenny Clutch, "The Dancing Dad" join me for this episode of FathersFyre. We explore the key lessons learned and the things he did to help his son Christian through his fight with leukemia.
- Go to your my Coach (God) in prayer first
- Get my mind right first then take the lead in my family
- Set the atmosphere, make it positive. No negativity allowed.
- The importance of knowing the plan so you can then break it down to your kid and your family
- The blessing of being a calm spirit
- Helping his daughter get through
- Dancing and music is and was such a key part in helping Christian and the family
- Don't Quit. You have to ask yourself, "Is it the right decision to quit"?
- Take the lead as the King of your family and place your wife as the Queen
- Why not you?
- Learning how to serve through our gifts.
Check out Kenny Clutch
- Website - https://www.kennyclutchspeaks.com/
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkJ6ldZfYUe_1qq_EO4SfAA
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week Neil Legend of ChampionFyre joins me for a very candid discussion about some differences in the black and white community that he saw as a young man in preparing kids for adulthood. He asks some very hard-hitting questions leading up to a discussion about at 18 do we just kick the kids out and say "You're an adult figure it out" or do we give educate them and give them a solid foundation and even support as they make the transition into adulthood.
Show highlights
- Differences in his home versus what he saw in his friends home
- The generosity of Jennifer helping him and his dad as a young man
- Jody expressing that he never felt poor even though we lived frugally as a young Navy family
- The blessing of having parents that worked creatively together to support the family
- Keeping the bigger picture of building a strong family
- Neil realizing that God forgave his dad for the things he’s done so he needs to forgive as well.
- Holding our Dad to a different standard than we hold ourselves
- Forgiveness helped rebuild and strengthen his relationship as a father
- The challenge of looking up to your dad but also allowing him grace to be human
- Dealing with your kids when you have similar personalities that conflict
- Teaching your kids about saving and managing money - this, in particular, is lacking in the black community
- We have an education problem
- Eric Thomas, Carl, CJ doing everything they can to show black men and all men that you can live differently
- Putting our kids in the best position for success
- Working with them to explore a dream, interest or passion
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I visit with my boy Neil Legend of ChampionFyre. We start off talking about Dads with kids in sports and our conversation takes a very interesting turn stressing the importance of being fully present and not be a “vacant father”
- Going to the games but not practice
- Playing or working with your kids outside of practice
- Being fully committed to your kids who express natural talent or desire to pursue sports
- Neil opens up how sports replaced what he was missing at home. It was a place he could take is frustration, anger, and disappointment out
- Looking for men that will push you
- “My dad was there but wasn’t there”
- Are we truly present when we are there with our kids
- Truly listening to your kids - Make time to listen to the kids perspective
- Neil highlights some things he plans to do differently with his kids.
- The power of simply going out and throwing the ball with your kids
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Follow me on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
Get off the sidewalks I'm teaching my kids to drive. This week we explore some of the challengings of teaching your kids to drive.
Show highlights:
- Start young by having the kids sit on your lap - they will love it!
- If you have space and access to a GoKart let them tear up the back yard
- Driving around the neighborhood or church parking lot
- Do you teach them or rely on a third party
- Recognize when someone else should teach your kids
- Recognize when you kids aren't ready but willing to take a leap of faith.
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Followme on Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This morning Nick Hession and I explore creative ways to get your kids up and out the door this morning, We all know that getting out the door for school and work can be a battle. We discuss some of the things we do to make mornings a little less of a fire drill and more of a fine-tuned pit crew.
Pro Tips
- Jody shares a song he made up that he sings to the kids
- Wake your kids gradually
- Turn lights on, say good morning, give them hugs
- Let your dogs help ;)
- Set up multiple alarms for yourself so that you don’t keep hitting snooze
- Avoid the stress of unintentionally creating a fire drill
- Hit them with pillows
- Play nice music in the background
- Make your morning smooth by having a plan (a battle plan)
- Give yourself time before getting the kids up; workout, read, watch Sports Center
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick. Instagram: @jodysedrick Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
Making the transition from being married to being a single dad, Let's be honest it's a REAL adjustment. We explore some challenge and pro tips to help you make the transition.
- Realization that now you are the only one involved in the running the day to day home operations
- Post it note system - on the door and in the car
- Pro-Tip 1: Raid the lost and found for a forgotten coat
- Do you kids have clean clothes? Who cares if socks match
- Pro-Tip 2: Make lunches the night before and lay out the clothes
- Pro-Tip 3: Don’t go broke eating out. Learn to cook
- Pro-Tip 4: Make all of the lunches on Sunday and put in Tupperware for the week
- Pro-Tip 5: Let me see you put it in your backpack
- Pro-Tip 6: Store flip flops in your trunk for when your kids forget their shoes
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week we start a 3 part series on being a Single Dad. I interview my good friend Nick Hession. We have a candid conversation about pushing past the anger, pain, disappoint and ill feelings so you don’t poison your children’s love and respect for their mom.
- Make a parenting plan
- Creating as much consistency for your kids as possible
- Helping your kids through the transition
- Be honest with your kids
- Recognize this the other most important person in your kids life
- Setting up boundaries on how to communicate with your ex
- Never use the kids as a weapon
- Always letting your kids express how they are truly feeling
- Talk about maintain or create new traditions.
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Instagram: @jodysedrick
Email: fathersfyre@gmail.com
This week I get to take a moment to brag on my daughter Ke’ilani who committed to play D1 Volleyball for UVU. In honor of achieving that BiG DREAM, let’s talk helping your kids pursue and achieve BIG dreams.
- Visiting colleges - identify a fit, look at team, coaches, campus
- Life has a way of being two extremes
- Helping your kids work for big dreams
- Once you achieve the dream it means an entire new path opens
- Kids will have dreams they don’t have to be sports dreams
- Allow them to explore ideas
- “Our opportunity” to cheer our kids on but make accommodations for them to be in “their” zone
- You don’t have to be a coach. Be engaged, be a fan, coach, team mom and dad
- If the start a season make them finish. They need to learn to push through tough times. Fulfill your commitments
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
We explore some initial things that we did to prepare are hearts and home for our two new kiddos.
- Visiting our kids in Haiti
- Are in country visits a good idea or not? We discuss my thoughts on visiting your kids both good and bad.
- Teaching myself Haitian Creole to create a communication bridge with the kids.
Thank you for listening! I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions about adopting or being a dad. Contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.com
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
- Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Life can be SUPER demanding. Juggling between work, running your business, pursuing our own hobbies, taking kids to soccer, basketball, volleyball or dance can have you feeling like you running around like a chicken with out ahead.
Seeing this pattern in our life Judie and I decided take our kids out on a date once a month. Every month we each take one kid on a date. These aren't fancy or expense but they are a lot of fun and give us some valuable one on one time with our kids.
Ideas for Dad Dates
- One on one soccer
- Going out for snow cones, french fires or ice cream
- $1.00 Movie or Redbox
- Building legos
- Doing art projects
Set a budget and get creative. The key is let them pick and roll with it.
Thank you for listening! I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.comPlease check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick. Opening Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
Join the entire SpeakFyre crew on this Bonus Episode of FathersFyre. The entire team gets together to discuss the passion, energy and vision behind each of our podcast. This is your opportunity to get an inside view of the team, what drives us, what motivated us, and hear what makes each of our team so powerful.
On this episode we have
Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
Cornelius Dunlap - ChampionFyre
Jody Sedrick - FathersFyre
Tune in to all of our podcasts to IGNITE the FYRE within you!
This week I share some insights into our journey beginning the process of adopting. We literally were racing the clock and astonished at the hoops we had to get the process started. As part of the process we had to go through psych evals, credit checks, background checks, and parenting classes. In one of the classes they had us watch two of the most depressing videos about adoption. On the way home I asked Judie, "What don't they want us to adopt? In love all thing are possible." Little did I know yes in love all things are possible but love is hard.
I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.com
Please check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick,
Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
I probably need to do an entire series on our journey adopting, like most people is an interesting one. I thought I’d share one of the many steps that laid the groundwork for two children coming into our home - our oldest son Devon's Eagle Project. This is not only a story of service but one that literally opened my son's understanding of other people and cultures.
A couple of lessons from this experience:
- Teach your kids to serve.
- Allow them opportunities to serve. The Boy Scouts was a great opportunity for our kids but there are other avenues.
- When your kids come up with a plan help them bring that plan too fruition.
- Encourage them to act on their vision. Let them own it. Let them take the lead with you to counsel with when needed.
- Let them expand on their original vision. It’s amazing what doors open once a child gets started on something.
- Service will give them a different perspective of the world. Serving will teach them to put other people first. In Devon’s case it expanded his cultural view of the world that has enabled him to develop a love for all people.
This also was one of the many steps that led to our adopting two beautiful children into our home. Let your kids dream and act big. You never know where their dreams will take them and your family will most definitely be blessed as well.
Thank you for listening. Please remember to like, share and subscribe.
I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.comPlease check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick, Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
This week I share an experience I had with my dad that cemented in my mind the importance of treating your wife like a queen. My brother was being extremely rude, demeaning and condescending to my mom when my dad walked in. My dad walked straight up to my brother, put his finger on his chest and said "Don't you ever talk to my sweetheart like that again! Yes she's your momma ..." Check out the rest of the story.
A few keys nuggets
- Open doors for your wife
- Date Night every weekend - continually build and nurture your relationship as a couple
- Mom comes first. Yes, even before the kids.
- Create a unified parental front. Be unified. When you are not unified take the conversation behind closed doors
- Did you talk to mom? I say what she says. That way kids can't play you against one another.
- Do little acts of service for your wife. (Try not to get caught but when you do you will win ;)
I would love to hear what you do to treat your wife like a queen or to teach your kids to do the same.
Thank you for listening! I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.comPlease check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick, Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
This week we continue our discussion on punishment. I share an experience where I pretended to sleep walk to get out of getting caught by my dad sneaking out of the house. Come on gents you know you've done it. ;)
A few of the highlights from this episode
- My plan to sneak out to connect with my girlfriend
- Getting caught when trying to reenter the house.
- Pretending to sleepwalk to get out of being caught
- Lessons from my dad through this experience
- Be honest
- Own your mistake
- Give yourself time to cool down and allow your kid time to think about their mistake
- Don't address the issue in the heat of the moment
Overall enjoy the highs and lows of being a dad. It's all part of the adventure
Thank you for listening! I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.comPlease check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Opening Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
Nobody wants to punish their kids. This week we explore some thought on punishment. Do you bring the hammer down, give love or a combination of the two?
I thought I'd share some creative ways my dad used discipline his 8 kids.
- Stand at attention
- Have sibling hold hands
- Have siblings hug each other
- Write sentences - engrain the lesson into their brain
- Extra chores around the house or special jobs
- Losing driving privileges
One of the keys things is that my dad always taught us to apologize, to take responsibility, to treat each other with love, kindness and respect.
Dad's remember that it's ok to apologize when you go over board. Take a walk, cool down. Remember it’s ok to be human. You are learning just as much if not more than your kids. Remember no matter what your kids do show increased love so that the develop love and respect for you rather than fear.
Thank you for listening! I'd love to hear your thoughts, comments or questions contact me at fathersfyre@gmail.com or contact@speakfyre.comPlease check out the rest of the SpeakFyre family
- Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre
- Sean Brasfield - YoungFyre
- Bobby Berg - StudentFyre
- Aisha Thomas - InternalFyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick. Opening Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood
I was a relatively new driver. I was living in a new town with new friends and in a hurry. And in my hurry I wrecked my dad's truck. In this episode we explore the lessons learned from this experience with my dad.
Lessons learned:
- Own your mistakes
- Don’t beat around the bush - get the point, get to the heart of the matter
- Take responsibility
- Make restitution
- Most importantly that it was just a truck and that I was more important
Check us out next week at 4:00 AM. Don't miss the rest of the SpeakFyre family; Michael Gingras - LeadershipFyre, Sean B - YoungFyre, Bobby Berg - StudentFyre and Aisha Thomas InternalFyre
Also check out Choose Don't Excuse the podcast I co-host with my wife Judie Sedrick.
Your kids have BIG Dreams! How do you help them accomplish those dreams?
This week we explore our pursuit of buying a mini bike and going to Disney World. How did we accomplish this as 9 and 10 year old kids? Tune is as we discuss our adventure Selling Krispy Kreme donuts door to door to make a dream come true.
- So you have a dream
- How can we make that dream happen?
- Coming up with a plan?
- Lessons of salesmanship; timing, relevance and pricing
- Any dream is obtainable if your willing to put in the work
If you enjoy this podcast check out my other podcast Choose Don't Excuse co-hosted with my beautiful wife Judie Sedrick.
Let's talk about that 4 letter word... WORK. We explore the importance of teaching your kids to work.
- How early to start having your kids help around the house?
- What kind of tasks we had our kids do?
- Turning work into a game to help young kids enjoy helping?
- Trusting your kids with big jobs.
- Working side by side with your kids
- Coaching your kids as you work with them
- Acknowledging a great job.
- Let your kids fail
- Do you pay an allowance?
- Paying kids for special projects and why that's important
Jody is also the co-host the podcast Choose Don't Excuse with his wife Judie Sedrick.
So you want to be a dad? Are you literally ready for the adventure of your life time?
In this episode I give you a little bit of background of my experience as the oldest of 8 kids and the father of 6. Yep I got 6 kids and excited to share some thoughts, experiences and impressions with you. These experiences will be drawn from my experience as a dad as well as from my experiences as the oldest of 8 kids with my dad.
Join me every week as we explore little nuggets, experiences, lessons and and tales of being a dad that hopefully will help you.
Thank you for listening. Please remember to like, share and subscribe. Please check out the rest of the Speak Fyre family
- Michael Gingras - Leadership Fyre
- Sean Brasfield - Young Fyre
- Bobby Berg - Student Fyre
- Aisha Thomas - Internal Fyre
I also invite you to check out my podcast Choose Don't Excuse that I co-host with my beautiful wife Judie Sedrick. Bumper music by Snoop Dogg - Fatherhood