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The average dude in their 20's is usually still trying to figure a lot of things out. From finishing school, finding their passion or just figuring themselves out and being the man that they want to be.
But for Kyle Jansen, he knew exactly what he wanted to do, he went for it, and now he's totally crushing it.
When Kyle was 20 years old, he had left his home and left school to pursue his passion in creating and developing a new braking system for bikes.
Seven years later, he appeared on Shark Tank with his partner Brian Riley. They got an offer and some cash from Mark Cuban and the rest as they say, is history.
Kyle is the Co-Founder of Guardian Bikes, which developed the Surestop® braking system, which is much safer (especially for kids) and helps prevent people from flipping over their handlebars on their bikes.
He's a father to two boys, a loving husband to his wife Megan and a member of the brotherhood here at Front Row Dads.
In this conversation, Kyle shares his entrepreneurial journey that led to this groundbreaking (and head saving) technology. He talks about the challenges in finding that balance between traveling for work and being present for his wife, which is something that a lot of people can certainly relate to.
We'll also discuss how being a dad also means breaking the cycle and not repeating the mistakes of our fathers who didn't or couldn't spend time with us when we were young. We'll also dig into the hypertrophy workout routine that we've been using that is so simple together, keeps us accountable to each other and is paying off with great results.
Kyle Jansen Podcast Highlights
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Ben said…
#1 – Be respectful
#2 – Stand up for what you believe in
I agree. Fully.
As a father, I'm often asking myself…
Am I standing strong for my family right now, and for future generations?
What would it look like to act with courage and speak up when I feel called to express my heart?
How might I lead powerfully when engaging in controversial topics?
What SHOULD we be talking about with our kids when it comes to seemingly divisive global subjects?
For this interview, we committed to having a meaningful conversation, being honest, and talking about important issues.
During my time with Ben Pakulski, we discussed the following:
PS. If you haven't listened yet, check out part 1 of my conversation with Ben → Raising Self Aware Humans, Building Strength At Home, & Dealing with Feelings of Guilt with Ben Pakulski.
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While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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Gents, I'm talking with Ben Pakulski, who is considered the world's best muscle expert and top authority on physique optimization and lifestyle integration for high-achieving men over 35.
This may be hard to believe, but despite becoming one of the top 10 bodybuilders in the world, Ben never found true health & purpose until he became a Dad. In fact, he believes his kids are responsible for saving his life!
When they were born, his whole world shifted. He questioned everything he was doing as a bodybuilder and being as a man…
Instead of prioritizing getting big (like 310lbs of pure muscle big), he focused on how he could become the greatest Dad, leader, and role model for his kids.
He now spends his time optimizing his health from a physical, mental, and spiritual standpoint and helping other men step into their greatness. His goal is to become the best version of himself, so that his kids can learn to do the same.
In our talk, Ben and I hit on a bunch of topics surrounding family. We discuss core values, building strength in kids, words vs actions, what acceptance really looks like, and so much more.
You'll also hear about a significant time when we both felt guilty as parents for our actions—and more importantly, how those misses can become opportunities to create a deeper connection with your kids.
Ben Pakulski Podcast Highlights - Part 1
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While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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I realize that talking about guns can be a touchy subject for some people.
But the reality is, a lot of our kids are exposed to guns at a very young age, even if it's just from video games.
And when you consider the fact that there are tons of new first-time gun owners over the past two years, I thought this was an important conversation to have. Some of you have probably thought about purchasing a gun for protection at some point, maybe you're even thinking about it now.
That's why I'm thrilled to share this conversation that I just had with a legit badass and share his expertise about how to protect your family with gun ownership.
Clay Martin is a former Reconnaissance Marine, USMC Scout Sniper, and a retired Green Beret. By the end of his career, he finished as a Professional Gunner 3, which is basically at a triathlete level in the professional shooting world. And if that wasn't enough, he's also coached a team in the SWAT Olympics.
Did you think I was kidding about the badass comment?
And while he wasn't born with natural skills, by learning over a long period of time, it's made him a better teacher.
You'll learn that there is so much more that we need to think about before making that purchase, including teaching our kids that airsoft guns are not toys and how to be a responsible gun owner. We also run through a real-life scenario where Clay guides me through what we should and shouldn't do.
For those of you who might be considering purchasing a weapon for protection, Clay has a ton of great advice that is on point. We'll talk about all things you need to know before you head to the store, the types of guns that he recommends (including airsoft guns), and how steep the learning curve really is to be effective and accurate with a gun in your hands.
Clay Martin Podcast Highlights
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While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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One of the hardest things for a man to do just might be to show how strong they really are by allowing themselves to be vulnerable, let their guard down and talk about their own fears and weaknesses.
By allowing ourselves to be vulnerable, we give permission for others to talk openly about the things that are usually too uncomfortable to talk about.
In part two of my conversation with Doug Phillips, we're going to dig into that theme and talk about the things we can accomplish if we can just let go of our pride and be honest with ourselves so that we can learn and grow to be better husbands and fathers to our families.
You'll hear how the pandemic forced Doug's hand to find a new way to provide for his family and how a band of brothers were able to help him get over his fears and take that first step in his entrepreneurial journey.
We also talk about how it's so important, maybe even more than ever, to check in on our friends and family because you never really know how someone is doing.
Just because someone's life seems bright and near-perfect from the outside, that doesn't mean that they don't feel alone in the darkness with their own thoughts.
And if you haven't listened to part one of my conversation with Doug, I highly recommend that you go back and check that out here. Hearing about the affirmation traditions that his family uses was awesome, and I know you'll get a lot of value from hearing him talk about it.
Doug Phillips Podcast Highlights
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We are in the business of building better families.
While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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When was the last time somebody wrote you a letter? Not a text message, or a quick email, but something that was a complete surprise to tell you how much they care about you, and how much you mean to them. I'm sure most of us do our very best to tell the ones we love how much we appreciate them. But there's just something about having that message written or typed out on paper that makes it really special.
On that note, I want to talk about creating a culture of encouragement. And how we can get better at celebrating the big moments in our kids' lives to make sure that on their day, it's all about them.
In this conversation, I'm joined by my good friend and fellow Front Row Dad, Doug Phillips. I can't wait for you to hear about the awesome tradition that he has with his family. I won't even lie, I am totally going to use this concept with my family and I'm sure a lot of you out there listening probably will too.
To give you a quick glimpse, when Doug was planning for his son's 13th birthday, he reached out to a bunch of people who were influential in his son's life with the goal of getting 13 responses. And he asked them if they would write a letter (or email) to his son. In the letter, each person was asked to answer two very simple questions:
And to hear about his son reading these letters from teachers, friends, coaches and other parents was beyond profound. It's such an amazing and unique gift. And the best part is that it's something that everyone can do with their family.
So join me, as we dig in for part one of my chat with Doug as we talk about how we can find and create mentors for our kids, how this tradition has created deeper connections with the people in his life, and the impact that these affirmation traditions are having in their lives.
One last thing, we are a few weeks away from our next online summit which is happening on March 24th. The next pillar that we'll be talking about is on the topic of Vibrant Health. If you want some more information on this, go to FrontRowDads.com/Summit.
Doug Phillips Podcast Highlights
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While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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After hearing about Front Row Dads, several guys have shared with me that they're just not having important conversations around family, parenting, marriage, sex, health, money, etc.
They all have buddies, but they're basically shooting the shit around things that are topical and typical. It's weather, sports and with some "How are the kids?" questions, and then the boring "Kids are great" responses.
After guys join FRD, I'll often hear some version of, "I had a deeper conversation in the first few hours of being here than I've had with any of my friends over the past few years."
What makes FRD work is a simple formula. It's first relationships, then resources, then results.
We're not interested in BS relationships, but want to form real connections rooted in trust and transparency.
While many men might have lots of "facebook friends" we believe in building a true brotherhood. And this is done with great intention.
After the REAL relationships are formed, the deep conversations naturally lead to resources and results.
Recently, a few FRD brothers organized a trip to the mountains, and the discussion today will give you an inside look into that adventure and why it was so powerful for the guys involved.
We'll share how they sparked killer conversations, tackled some outdoor adventures and created a bond that will forever alter their lives (and the lives of their families).
When was the last time you got out of your comfort zone with other people, allowed yourself to be vulnerable, unplugged, recharged and connected with others in nature?
Joining me today are legendary FRD members Chris Emick, Michael Wagner, and Ali Jafarian. They recently got together with a group of 8 dads and went off the grid for a few days on a mountain adventure of exploration and discovery.
You'll hear the breakthrough conversations they had while melting snow to make coffee at 5am, the tales of pushing their limits, and those sweet spots in time when your body is in tune with nature.
I hope this show encourages you to have your own experiences with people you want to do life with.
I hope that by hearing this conversation today, you'll find a way to have a miniature version of this retreat and connect with others in your neck of the woods.
Podcast Highlights
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We are in the business of building better families.
While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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For a lot of men, there can be a lot of societal pressure to "man up." Bury your emotions, or look weak.
The problem is, those feelings of pain don't just go away. Instead, they manifest in unhealthy and unexpected ways. And not just in the moment, but potentially years into the future.
That pressure to suppress our emotions is not always obvious either. I've only recently realized that I've been subconsciously doing this for years.
Instead of leaning into my emotions, I developed coping strategies:
Looking back, I can tell these were attempts to mask my real pain. Instead of feeling more, I was just trying to feel better.
As a result, the pain piled up. And today, my emotions sometimes get the better of me. My anger can boil over uncontrollably, and unfortunately, my wife and kids are the ones who suffer.
I never truly understood how to master my emotions or feel my feelings all the way through—until now!
So, let me ask you, do your emotions ever manifest into an overwhelming amount of anger, fear, anxiety, despair, depression, or something else? Wouldn't it be great to uncover what's really going on and then have a system in place that allows you to have complete control over your feelings?
Gentlemen, if you can relate to the above, you're going to love today's episode with Charles Clay. Charles is a Men's Empowerment Coach, Inner Peace Coach, Neurokinetic Pain Relief Specialist, and Founder of Freedom From Pain.
His unique and powerful tools will empower you to uncover the source of your pain, so you can turn it into purpose.
Sweeping your feelings under the rug stops here. If you're ready to feel more, and not just better, don't miss this episode—it's one of my favorites to date on the subject of emotional mastery!
Charles Clay Podcast Highlights
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While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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What does it mean to be bold, and why is it such an important characteristic to have—not just for you, but for your kids?
I don't know about you, but I want my kids to grab life big. I want them to follow their dreams and seize all the opportunities that life has to offer. I want them to try new things, explore the world, start a new business, fall in love, and become the best possible versions of themselves.
But in order for that to happen, I need to set a good example AND create an environment where they can thrive!
The problem is, being bold isn't always easy—especially in today's climate, where everyone has a different POV. It seems that speaking your truth or attempting to have an open dialogue around conflicting subjects is likely to get you into trouble. So, should we just stay silent? How do we speak up and act boldly with so much fear around being silenced or shunned?
To explore this topic, I'm speaking with Fred Joyal, author of Superbold: From Under-Confident to Charismatic in 90 Days, who is proof that boldness can be learned.
Fred went from an extremely shy person (too timid to make a phone call) and transformed himself into someone who has done stand-up comedy, spoken to audiences of 5,000+, met dozens of celebrities, and, just by being bold, found love, joy, passion, and success.
If that's the type of life you imagine for your kids, don't miss my conversation with Fred Joyal!
Fred Joyal Podcast Highlights
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We are in the business of building better families.
While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
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Welcome to part two of my conversation with my friend Kim Bilyk. We're going to pick up where we left off and talk about breathwork, sexual creative energy, and how you can better connect with your partner.
Sex is something that I have explored on a deeper level in recent years, and I'm not just talking about how to find new porn online either.
If we're honest with ourselves, most men could be doing a better job in this department.
I'm a big believer in the benefits of breathwork, and I've practiced different forms of it, such as Wim Hof and Yoga in the past.
Just a few weeks ago, I took a breathwork class with Tatyana, and I have to say, the experience was incredible. I am completely sold on the value of breathwork, but I have yet to really explore this in the bedroom. That is likely to change very soon.
If you haven't listened to part 1, I'd highly recommend that you go back and listen to it and learn some ways to make better and deeper connections with the woman in your life. Check it out here⎯ it's a game-changer, trust me!
Finally, the previous offer still stands. If you leave an honest review of the FRD podcast and mention Kim, send me a screenshot, and I'll mail you a copy of her Womb Wisdom Journal (USA/Canada citizens only, sorry international folks).
Kim Bilyk Podcast Highlights
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We are in the business of building better families.
While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them.
We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally.
Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you're ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood!
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