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#487 Trent Johnston Jun 07, 2021

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Episode 487 Trent Johnston is a First Class Father known for being the dad on the TLC reality show 7 Little Johnstons. Trent and his wife Amber have five children including three which they adopted from Russia, South Korea and China. All seven Johnstons have Achondroplasia Dwarfism, a genetic condition that affects their size. They are an all-American family and the largest known family of little people in the world. Trent works as a grounds supervisor at a local college in his family’s hometown, Forsyth, Georgia, and is known at home and at work as “Mr. Fix-It.” In this Episode, Trent shares his Fatherhood journey which includes five children. He describes the importance of raising strong individuals in a world in which little people haven’t had their civil rights movement yet. He discusses the adoption process and why he and Amber decided to adopt from three different countries. He talks about the rules of dating as it applies to the kids. He tells us about the new season of 7 Little Johnstons. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: ORIGIN - https://originmaine.com/?ref=Fatherhood&utm_source=affiliate Promo Code: Lace10 Save: 10% MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#486 Brian Kilmeade Jun 04, 2021

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Episode 486 Brian Kilmeade is a First Class Father, co-host of Fox & Friends, a NYT Bestselling Author and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show. You can catch Brian weekdays on Fox & Friends from 6 - 9AM ET and then switch over to his nationally syndicated radio show, “The Brian Kilmeade Show” on Fox News Talk from 9-12 noon. Not many broadcasters can say they are on the air for 6 hours a day, 5 days a week, but that is exactly what Brian Kilmeade has been doing since 2006. Brian has written 6 books including 5 New York Times best sellers such as SAM HOUSTON AND THE ALAMO AVENGERS. In this Episode, Brian shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses the importance of the Nuclear Family Unit and the role of the father. He describes how being a public figure for all of his kids' lives has affected them and how they have handled it all these years. He talks about the Grateful Nation Initiative of FOX NATION which offers a free year of FOX NATION to veterans and active duty members of the military. He discusses his love of covering sports stories and whether or not he prefers to cover sports or politics. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Grateful Nation Promotion FOX NATION - https://try.nation.foxnews.com/military/?cmpid=org=NAT::ag=owned::mc=referral::src=FNC_web::cmp=article::add=GratefulNationPromotion_FNC_SeriesDetail&utm_source=referral&utm_medium=FNC_web&utm_campaign=article&utm_content=GratefulNationPromotion_FNC_SeriesDetail Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: ORIGIN - https://originmaine.com/?ref=Fatherhood&utm_source=affiliate Promo Code: Lace10 Save: 10% MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#485 Brad Miner Jun 02, 2021

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Episode 485 Brad Miner is a First Class Father and author of the best selling book THE COMPLEAT GENTLEMAN: THE MODERN MAN’S GUIDE TO CHIVALRY. He is Senior Editor of The Catholic Thing and the former Literary Editor of National Review. In this Episode, Brad shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two son’s and a granddaughter. He discusses the issues with the term Toxic Masculinity and the damage it is causing in our society. He describes the importance of the Nuclear Family Unit and the need for better men, husbands and fathers in our country. He talks about the newest and third edition of his bestselling book THE COMPLEAT GENTLEMAN. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! THE COMPLEAT GENTLEMAN - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1684511763/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_1684511763 Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: ORIGIN - https://originmaine.com/?ref=Fatherhood&utm_source=affiliate Promo Code: Lace10 Save: 10% MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Memorial Day Special Edition May 31, 2021

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Memorial Day Special Edition featuring my interviews with Gold Star parents Larry Brown & Karen and Billy Vaughn. Larry Brown is a First Class Father, Grandfather and Vietnam Veteran. He is the Gold Star Father of Navy SEAL Team Six Operator Adam Brown who was killed in action on March 17, 2010 in Afghanistan. Adam Brown’s incredibly inspiring life story is wonderfully told by Eric Blehm in the book Fearless. In this interview, Larry shares some memories of his son, talks about his reaction to the book and recounts how much Adam loved being a Dad. Karen & Billy Vaughn are Gold Star Parents of Navy SEAL Team 6 Operator Aaron Vaughn who was killed in action on August 6, 2011 when a chinook helicopter, Extortion 17, was shot down in Afghanistan. Karen & Billy Vaughn are both best selling authors. In this interview, we discussed Parenthood, Faith & Family as well as the meaning of true sacrifice. Karen and Billy describe their son Aaron’s upbringing, his decision to join the Navy, share some memories of their son and much more! Larry Brown Interview was recorded May 2019 Karen and Billy Vaughn Interview was recorded September 2018 Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: ORIGIN - https://originmaine.com/?ref=Fatherhood&utm_source=affiliate Promo Code: Lace10 Save: 10% MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#484 David A.R. White May 28, 2021

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Episode 484 David A.R. White is a First Class Father, actor, screenwriter, producer and co-founder of Pure Flix Entertainment, a distribution and production company specializing in Christian faith and family-themed movies. In 2014, he co-starred in the film GOD’S NOT DEAD as then starred in and produced both sequels to the film. David starred in FAITH OF OUR FATHERS, a film about veterans from the Vietnam War and the experiences of their families. In this Episode, David shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses the importance of strong father figures in movies and on TV. He describes the market for faith and family based movies and the future of them. He talks about the upcoming fourth installment of GOD’S NOT DEAD. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#483 Stuart Varney May 26, 2021

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Episode 483 Stuart Varney is a First Class Father and host of Varney & Co on Fox Business Network. Before joining Fox News in January 2004, Stuart hosted the CNN shows Business Day, Business Asia and Moneyline. In 2001, he left CNN to host CNBC's "Wall Street Journal Editorial Board with Stuart Varney." Stuart currently hosts Varney & Co. on the Fox Business Network, which airs from 9:00 a.m. to noon ET every weekday. In this Episode, Stuart shares his Fatherhood journey which includes six children and ten grandchildren. He discusses the financial challenges facing young families and offers some great financial advice. He describes the current state of the market and what he expects to see over the next six months. He comments on Crypto Currency and whether or not he is investing in it. He talks about whether or not a college degree is necessary to succeed in today’s world and the unique offer he made to each of his six children when they were old enough to attend college. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#482 Joe “Pags” Pagliarulo May 24, 2021

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Episode 482 Joe “Pags” Pagliarulo is a First Class Father and Nationally Syndicated Radio Talk Show Host. The JOE PAGS SHOW is nationally syndicated to more than 150 stations and is seen on NewsmaxTV nationally. Pags has won multiple Associated Press awards for excellence in journalism. His show is listed in the top 25 of and by Newsmax as one of the most influential talk shows in the country. In this Episode, Pags shares his Fatherhood journey which includes five daughters. He discusses the circumstances as to why he and his wife decided to adopt two of their children. He describes the horrific feeling of living a Father’s worst nightmare when one of his daughters went missing and was ultimately found by the authorities. He talks about the importance of the Nuclear Family Unit and the challenges of certain groups which are threatening to destroy it. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#481 Tom Wilkens May 21, 2021

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Episode 481 Tom Wilkens is a First Class Father and Olympic medalist who was the Captain of the United States Men’s Swim Team in the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney Australia. Tom brought home the Bronze medal for his third-place performance in the men's 200-meter individual medley. Tom is a sixteen time National Champion who dominated the sport of swimming and his story is the focus of a new documentary film, THE WATER IS MY SKY, which is loosely based on the book about Tom’s run at Olympic glory titled, GOLD IN THE WATER by P.H. Mullen. In this Episode, Tom shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He discusses his rise in the sport of swimming and his experience representing the United States in the 2000 Summer Olympics. He describes the support he received from his parents during his swim career and how he leans on that to be sure his kids aren’t living in his shadow as they begin to swim competitively. He talks about the new film THE WATER IS MY SKY. He discusses the importance of teaching kids how to swim. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! THE WATER IS MY SKY - https://watch.eventive.org/waterismysky/play/60a6a09cf4a7fb0047f8c104 Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#480 A.J. Bouye May 19, 2021

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Episode 480 A.J. Bouye is a First Class Father and NFL cornerback who is currently playing for the Carolina Panthers. He played college football at UCF and was signed by the Houston Texans as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He has also played for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Denver Broncos. In 2017 he made Second-team All-Pro and was named to the Pro Bowl. He was ranked 35th on the NFL Top 100 Players list of 2018. In this Episode, A.J. shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two daughters. He describes the balance of being a dad while playing in the NFL and how the NFL helps accommodate dads. He discusses young children playing tackle football and what is a good age for them to start. He talks about playing football throughout the pandemic. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

#479 Lance Lynn May 17, 2021

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Episode 479 Lance Lynn is a First Class Father and Major League Pitcher. He is a World Series champion who is currently pitching for the Chicago White Sox. Lance made his Major League debut with St. Louis Cardinals in 2011 and the team eventually went on to win the World Series that year. He has also pitched for the Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, and Texas Rangers. As a kid, Lance was part of the Brownsburg, Indiana, Little League team that appeared in the 1999 Little League World Series. He played his college ball at the University of Mississippi. In this Episode, Lance shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three girls. He shares the experience of playing in the Little League World Series and the Major League World Series a little more than a decade apart. He describes what he enjoys most about being a Girl Dad and discusses the values he hopes to instill in his girls. He tells us whether or not he and his wife will be trying for the boy! He gives us his vision for the remainder of the season as well as his plans after his baseball career is done. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Subscribe and watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 SPONSORS: SeatGeek - https://seatgeek.com Promo Code: FirstClass Save: $20 off tickets MY PILLOW - https://www.mypillow.com Promo Code: Fatherhood Save Up To 66% Off 1-800-875-0219 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com Episode Cover Image Credit: MLB --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

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