Dads M.O.V.E. Podcast

Joe talks with Firefighter Hannah Weaver about her passion for teaching others about how to help people with additional needs, her personal journey and what the future holds.

In this episode Joe sits with trainer, lecturer, peer and all around amazing person Ray Gregson. They discuss overcoming adversity, parenting, the importance of breathing and much more.

No joke... three minutes in and you'll be thinking "did I just hear what I think I heard?"

Buckle up! In this episode Joe sat down with Bilal Willis from Peer Workforce Development, PIE Talk Podcast, Pursue It If You Want It and Loving Lacey Podcast to talk all things Peer work, restorative justice, incarceration, legal system and more...

Back in the studio Joe has a conversation with DD Ombuds from region 3 Noah Seidel. Noah's knowledge from lived experience, education and work experience make him an amazing resource and advocate for those living and navigating systems not always accepting or built for them. His passion for helping others is palpable and evident from the moment the conversation begins.

What do you call a man who's constantly effecting change in his community, a collaborative leader of young people and bringing everyone with him on his journey to a better future? We'll go with Renaissance Man Joshua Smith.

In this episode Joe sits down with Joshua to discuss his book, his work in the community and his journey through life. Take a listen and Enjoy!

Join Joe as he has a conversation via phone with Influencer, Public Speaker, educator and most importantly Dad Jorge Narvaez.

Welcome to Season 2!

Joe recently attended the National Federation of Families annual conference and was able to track down Project Director Gail Cormier and Project Manager Lachelle Freeman for individual interviews. Enjoy!

Joe traveled down to Battle Ground, WA for a wide ranging chat with Holding the Hope founder Mary Jadwisiak. 90mins flew by and more chats just might be on the way. Enjoy and stay tuned for more.

In this two part episode Joe first sits with the Executive Director of DadsMOVE Nelson Rascon to discuss their time at HomeDadCon and finishes with a telephone chat with outgoing president of the National At-Home Dad Network Jonathan Heisey-Grove.

In this episode Joe talks with the 2nd Peer Support Specialist from Okanogan County, WA Jason Robeck about his life growing up in radically different situations and his passion for being a strong father.

In this episode Joe talks with the Deputy Director of Ombuds for Washington State Yordanos Gebreamlak. They discuss the role of Ombuds, the process of engaging their services and how to get an IMDB credit by helping family with their passion for Film.

In this episode Joe talks with King County Peer and coworker Sophie about life, instilling hope and meeting everyone where they are at. Their passion and dedication to the craft of helping people shines bright in this one hour conversation.

Joe sits with Ja'Lisa Wilson, Youth Peer with DadsMOVE in King County to talk about her experiences growing up, how they assist her in working effectively with teens and opportunities going forward.

Joe and Nelson sit with Sean Leacy, founder of Tacoma Dads Group and the Puget Sound affiliate of City Dads Group to talk fatherhood, growing up in Tacoma and the importance of father involvement in children's lives.

In this episode Joe chats with Okanogan County Peer Support Specialist Jay Evans about his lived experience, working in the wilderness and how that helped prepare him for fatherhood and peer work.

In our second installment of Peer Stories Joe sits down with co-peer for Pierce County, WA Bryan Jeffers-Atkins who discusses his extensive history working in social services, his passion for making positive change in the legislative world and the importance of Pride celebrations.

Tony Kagochi talks about his recovery story, educational journey, family, spiritual life and his current role at Recovery Cafe Orting.

In this episode Joe chats with King County Peer Support Specialist Will DeRouen about his lived experience, time incarcerated and why he is passionate about peer work.

Welcome to the DadsMOVE podcast. In today's episode we introduce the Executive Director of DadsMOVE Nelson Rascon and both Pierce County Peer Support Specialists Brian and Joe.