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Episode 18: Gratitude & Kids Jun 24, 2019

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We intend to raise kids who are grateful and we do that by teaching them to say, “thank you” when someone compliments or gives them a gift. Is that really the best way to teach gratitude? What about for us… how can we be more thankful in today’s world? This week we talk with an expert on gratitude who shares just how much saying thanks does for us and others and then we look at how to teach it to our kids.

Dad Talk #2: Jordan Freed on Raising Rebel Girls Jun 20, 2019

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Jordan Freed is the dad to two daughters – ages 3 and 5 and he says he’s raising them to be rebel girls. In an amazing interview Jordan shares how he’s doing that and the three rules for his family. It’s an eye-opening and powerful interview.

Episode 17: A Conversation with Dad Jun 17, 2019

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It’s a special Father’s Day episode of Positively Dad. This week, I talk with my dad about being a dad. What does he want me to know about fatherhood? What is he most proud of? Who does he like more – me or my sister? OK… that question can go unanswered! Naomi gets to talk to him too in the Kids Corner. I hope you enjoy this special conversation.

Dad Talk: Real Dads. Real Talk. Episode 1 Jun 13, 2019

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We are excited to launch a new midweek podcast from Positively Dad. It’s called Dad Talk and each week we’ll talk to real dads about real stuff. What are they proud of? What did they wish the knew when they became fathers? What are the challenges they face? How are they helping their kids grow and learn? How is life with their partner?

We talk with Travis from Springfield, Missouri on our first episode. He’s been married 15 years and is a father of two girls. He shares his goals as a dad and the biggest thing he’s learned as a parent.

Episode 16: Kids & Weight – The Link Between Teasing and Weight Gain Jun 10, 2019

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It’s an easy target for teasing – weight. Nearly 20% of American children are overweight according to the Center’s for Disease Control and getting healthy may be harder than you think. Teasing, bullying and even well-meaning comments could make it harder for overweight kids to get healthier. This week we talk with Dr. Natasha Schvey from Uniformed Services University about her study on the link between teasing and weight gain.

Episode 15: A Healthy Family Jun 03, 2019

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It’s a special health episode of Positively Dad. This week we look at how important dad’s health is… even before he becomes a dad! We’ll also take a look at those low-sugar and sugar substitute drinks and are our kids really healthier when we choose those.

Episode 14: Success, Gratitude and Family – A Conversation with a Super Bowl Champion May 27, 2019

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Lionel Dalton beat the odds. He grew up in a tough neighborhood and somehow found his way to the NFL. Undrafted, he played in the league for nine seasons and won a Super Bowl. This father of four joins us to talk about mindset, gratitude and family.

Episode 13: Teen Suicide May 20, 2019

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An alarming study is out that says teen suicide attempts are on the rise. It caught our attention and it should catch yours. This week we talk with one of the study co-Author about what they found, what it means and what parents can do.

Episode 12: Spanking. It’s Not a Debate May 13, 2019

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It’s been a debate forever. To spank or not to spank. Every parent has their own thoughts on it and now some research may have an answer. We talk with an author of a study that says spanking offers no value and may actually have a long term impact.

Episode 11: Team & Family May 06, 2019

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Top teams are like families. They have a culture of support, accountability and a desire to win. This week we talk to an elite high school basketball coach about team and family. Steve Frank is retiring after 28 years coaching boys and girls basketball. He’s spent the last four years coaching his twin daughters and their teammates at Strafford High School in Missouri. Together they’ve won three straight state titles and 115 consecutive games. There’s a lot to learn about mindset, failure, team and family in this week’s podcast.

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