Parenting Episodes

My son had the right rod, the right reel, and knew how to work the bait better than I do. He still didn't catch a single fish. And he was ticked off about it. In this solo episode, I talk about that afternoon at the lake — and why it turned into one of the most important conversations I've had with him. Because here's the truth: sometimes you do everything right, and it still doesn't work out. I learned that the hard way myself, long before that fishing trip. This episode is for dads standing at...

Fertility is something many couples struggle with quietly. Stress. Long work hours. Financial pressure. Environmental toxins. Birth rates are dropping worldwide, and more couples are facing “unexplained infertility.” In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Marina, OB-GYN, to talk about what’s really happening — and what couples can actually control. We cover: Why global fertility rates are falling The real impact of stress on conception The connection between sleep and fertility How diet affects bo...

Guests: Derek Jackson and Jeff Gottfurcht, Co-Founders of CyberDive Episode Summary Every parent knows the feeling. Your kid has a phone. You know the internet never sleeps. And you are pretty sure the rules you grew up with no longer apply. In this episode, Joe sits down with two dads who came at the problem from opposite worlds and built a real solution together. Derek Jackson, a former U.S. Army Intelligence Officer who tracked extremist activity online Jeff Gottfurcht, a finance professional...

Terry Iverson has spent more than 40 years in manufacturing, carrying on a family legacy built on precision, craftsmanship, and mentoring. In this conversation, Terry talks about the future of skilled work, why trades matter, and how young people can build meaningful careers without drowning in debt. terry2 We cover the shift away from hands-on skills, the importance of soft skills and critical thinking, and how mentorship shapes confidence and opportunity. Terry also shares why manufacturing is...

Rewiring the Brain: Parenting, Tech, and the Fight for Focus Guest: Dr. Carl Marci Are smartphones making it harder to be present with your family—or even with yourself? In this episode, I sit down with Harvard-trained psychiatrist and author Dr. Carl Marci to talk about how technology is reshaping our brains, our attention spans, and our relationships—especially when it comes to parenting in a digital world. We dig into: The impact of screens on kids' brain development Why multitasking is a myt...

In this episode of No Sitting on the Sideline Dad, host Joe Foley dives into how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming parenting. From managing busy schedules to supporting your child’s education and ensuring their safety, we cover the top 10...

Imagine a world where dangerous drugs are just a click away from our children. Today’s guest, Carla Douglin, founder and CEO of SafeNet Solution Initiative, joins us to discuss the harsh realities of the opiate crisis and how parents can proactively...

No Sitting on the Sideline Dad Podcast: Navigating Technology with Your Kids - Join Joe in a conversation with Michael Jacobs, an expert in tech addiction and the Director of Reset Summer Camp. Delve into the world of tech challenges and...

In this episode of the no sitting on the sideline dad podcast, I talked with Dr. Robert Saul. Dr. Robert Saul has been a practicing pediatrician for over 44 years and is the author of the book "Conscious Parenting: Using the Parental Awareness...

Put you difference aside to work together for the best interest of the children

Positive Parenting with Rebecca Freeling form Wits End Parenting

9 year old perspective about pandemic in 2020

Parenting is Not A Exact Science. Learn the importance of creating structure and rules while still having fun with your kids.

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On this week episode of the podcast my conversation with Jonathan Messinger from We talk about being creative with your children and being a dad.  How much fun toThe Alien Adventure of Finn Caspian with...

Today on the podcast my conversation with Kent Julian from the livitforward.com . We talk about as parent its good to start a good foundation to help with having good relationship kids.Being intentional with your time...