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Brave Dad Now

Brave Dad Now

By John Meldrum

Are you a single dad looking for some light-hearted practical advice? We’ve all been there and it’s nice to share the experiences of fatherhood especially when we’re braving it alone. Join me as we talk about the fun and the frustrating, and navigate between tension and tenderness.
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Episode 18: The Gillette Ad Controversy: Helping or Hurting Men?

Brave Dad NowJan 18, 2019

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Episode 21: Mental And Emotional Health: My Heart To Heart With Scott Holliday

Episode 21: Mental And Emotional Health: My Heart To Heart With Scott Holliday

In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing one of the most influential and open men I have ever interviewed. My guest Scott Holliday is a former Marine Corp. member, he is a national level body builder, and he is an entrepreneur with an online health and fitness coaching program with an impressive 86,000 followers on Instagram! (@hollidaybam)

Like many of us Scott has faced the challenges that comes from sex addiction and the fallout of a breakup. Scott has worked hard to own his past and be a more authentic person. Scott discusses his new program called "Mantality" which seeks to inspire and motivate more people, especially men, on their mental and emotional health.

Join us as we dive deep into the challenges men face as we try to understand and manage our mental and emotional health!

Apr 27, 202150:39
Episode 19: Brave Dad is Back; Bigger, Bolder, Braver!

Episode 19: Brave Dad is Back; Bigger, Bolder, Braver!

We’re back! We’re kicking off the next round of episodes with an update of everything that’s happened the last year. In this episode we discuss everything from support groups to new relationships.
Jan 29, 202019:36
Episode 18: The Gillette Ad Controversy: Helping or Hurting Men?

Episode 18: The Gillette Ad Controversy: Helping or Hurting Men?

We are back and kicking off the new year with some new podcast episodes. For this podcast we streamed it live on Facebook to add some more conversation to the topic. In this episode we reveal the non profit organization I am starting. We also talk about the recent controversial video that Gillette released depicting acts of "toxic masculinity" and ask whether or not this ad helps or hurts men.

Jan 18, 201926:05
Episode 17: Dating After Divorce; Am I Ready?
Sep 18, 201836:57
Episode 16: You Got Served! Should I Get a Divorce Lawyer?

Episode 16: You Got Served! Should I Get a Divorce Lawyer?

A lot of people wonder if they should get a lawyer when they are going through the divorce process. In this episode we consider a lot of factors when it comes to navigating the legal maze of family law and I share with you some of my personal experiences in selecting a lawyer.
Aug 17, 201849:06
Episode 15: Parenting Styles: The Top Things You Should Prepare for Before Taking Your Kids Out in Public.

Episode 15: Parenting Styles: The Top Things You Should Prepare for Before Taking Your Kids Out in Public.

Going shopping is stressful. Going shopping with kids is a nightmare. In this episode we discuss some useful things you can do to making your shopping experience complete bliss.
Jul 26, 201836:24
Episode 14: The Power of Prayer: Why Praying to God Literally Saved My Life

Episode 14: The Power of Prayer: Why Praying to God Literally Saved My Life

Going through a traumatic experience like divorce can be devastating and sometimes we think that suicide is our only option. In this episode I discuss the realities that people with suicidal thoughts face and how my friend's tragic battle with suicide was a wake up call for me.
Jul 25, 201833:50
Episode 13: Why My Wife and I Got Divorced; Part 2

Episode 13: Why My Wife and I Got Divorced; Part 2

Many people have asked why my wife and I got divorced and they are always looking for a short, simple answer but the reality is divorce can be very complex and usually has multiple layers of circumstances that lead to it. In this episode I discuss the main events contributing to my divorce in the hopes of helping other people to make a course change before it gets to that point.
Jul 23, 201838:42
Episode 12: Why My Wife and I Got Divorced; Part 1

Episode 12: Why My Wife and I Got Divorced; Part 1

Many people have asked why my wife and I got divorced and they are always looking for a short, simple answer but the reality is divorce can be very complex and usually has multiple layers of circumstances that lead to it. In this episode I discuss the main events contributing to my divorce in the hopes of helping other people to make a course change before it gets to that point.
Jul 23, 201829:42
Episode 11: Growing Up with Divorce: A Discussion with my Friend Ben

Episode 11: Growing Up with Divorce: A Discussion with my Friend Ben

Divorce affects so many people especially our children. In this episode I have a discussion with my friend about what it was like to grow upon family that went through a divorce.
Jul 23, 201833:42
Episode 10: The New Normal: Co-Parenting with Your Ex-Spouse

Episode 10: The New Normal: Co-Parenting with Your Ex-Spouse

The dust is settling after your divorce but you still have kids that need to be raised. How do you work with your former spouse to raise the kids without going to war over every disagreement.
Jul 20, 201833:07
Episode 9: Parenting Styles: Bathing and Bedtime Routines for your Kids

Episode 9: Parenting Styles: Bathing and Bedtime Routines for your Kids

It's that time of night, time to get your kids ready for bed and give them a bath! In this episode we discuss some of the challenges with getting your kids ready for bed.
Jul 18, 201834:30
Episode 8: The 5 Good Points of Being a Single Parent

Episode 8: The 5 Good Points of Being a Single Parent

Being a single parent can be challenging but it isn't all bad. In this episode we talk about some of the positive things than can come from being a single parent.
Jul 17, 201827:23
Episode 7: The Power of Forgiveness; Why I Chose to Forgive My Ex-Wife

Episode 7: The Power of Forgiveness; Why I Chose to Forgive My Ex-Wife

Divorce can be a devastating experience. It is the death of an intimate relationship and can leave feelings of bitterness and anger. In this episode we discuss how hate can control your life and that forgiving your ex-spouse can free you from emotional turmoil.
Jul 16, 201827:11
Episode 6: Pornography: The modern plague; A discussion with addiction recovery specialist Tony Overbay
Jul 15, 201834:22
Episode 5: Parenting Styles: How to not strangle your kids when they are being naughty

Episode 5: Parenting Styles: How to not strangle your kids when they are being naughty

Have you ever wanted to strangle your kids because they are being naughty and there's no end in sight? I have. We've all been there and it's up to us to change how we approach our parenting situations so that our kids have a happy and healthy upbringing.
Jul 14, 201832:53
Episode 4: Parenting Styles: How to get your kids to eat yucky foods

Episode 4: Parenting Styles: How to get your kids to eat yucky foods

Getting your kids to eat foods is no picnic. But in this episode we talk about some of the tactics I use to get my kids to eat their food.
Jul 13, 201831:25
Episode 3: Your Wife Left You, Now What? The Top 5 Things You Should Be Doing to Avoid Depression

Episode 3: Your Wife Left You, Now What? The Top 5 Things You Should Be Doing to Avoid Depression

Whether you've gone through a divorce or some type of traumatic experience in your life, these 5 tips can help you get through the depression and bounce back into feeling like yourself again.
Jul 12, 201825:10
Episode 2: The Art of "Good Enough": Dealing with Feelings of Inadequacy as a Single Parent

Episode 2: The Art of "Good Enough": Dealing with Feelings of Inadequacy as a Single Parent

Some of us walk through this life as a single parent and the challenges can be overwhelming sometimes. Take comfort in knowing that many people have walked in your shoes. In this episode we explore some of the challenges of feeling inadequate.
Jul 11, 201831:03
Episode 1: Welcome to Brave Dad Now!

Episode 1: Welcome to Brave Dad Now!

Happy Father’s Day! Let’s kick off this dad podcast with an intro on a special day!
Jun 17, 201808:44
June 16, 2018

June 16, 2018

Jun 16, 201800:42