Tossing the football in the yard. Working on cars in the driveway. Reviewing how to be a gentleman on a date. There are so many cool moments dads and son share that it’s hard to pick the best ones. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the joy of being a dad to sons.

Why This Matters

Sons often grow up to be mini versions of their dads. Building a strong bond today can have generational impact.

Key Stat

· In a Gallup survey, boys are more likely than girls to report having a strong, loving relationship with their parents (77% versus 61%).

“Get To,” Not Have To
Here are a few things dads get to do with their sons:

1. Pass down “dad stuff”

2. Be rough.

3. Be real.

4. Be buddies.

5. Be a mentor and example.

6. Get a future best friend.

Important Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & Welcome
02:02 – Recreating Childhood Memories
06:58 – Passing Down “Dad Stuff”
10:15 – Being Rough is a Beautiful Pastime
12:25 – The Science Behind Physical Play
13:25 – Being Blunt is Easier with Boys
16:35 – Dads Get Build-in Buddies
19:11 – The “I Get To” Approach
22:00 – Pro Move: Set aside 1-on-1 time this week with each of your sons. Let them set the agenda and just enjoy being with your boy.

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The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.

All Pro Dad Resources:

Father–Son Bonding Activities

5 Beautiful Moments Fathers and Sons Should Share

Pew Research on Fathers and Sons

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Your kids need help with homework. You wife needs you to start dinner. There is a lot of juggling going on. How do dads do it well? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about balancing the roles of husband and father well.

Why This Matters
It’s important for men to thrive in both of their crucial family roles.

Key Takeaways

• Most U.S. men are dads: About 60 percent of men aged 15 and over are fathers. (U.S. Census Bureau)

· Millions of U.S. men are married: In 2022, 67.85 million men in the United States were married.

· Your wife and kids are gifts: You must balance your time well between them.

Action Steps to Split Your Time Well

1. Know your duties.

2. Identify your distractions.

3. Trim the fat.

4. Establish rigid boundaries

5. Stick to those boundaries.

6. Don’t feel guilty over those boundaries.

7. Commit to reevaluating those boundaries in the future.

8. Look for opportunities.

Important Episode Timestamps

0:00 – 01:09 | Marriage & Parenting Journeys
01:10 – 02:00 | The Conflict of Time
02:01 – 02:41 | A Dad’s Testimonial on Priorities
02:42 – 03:47 | Big Question: Balancing Roles
03:48 – 05:21 | Limited Time & Cultural Pressures
05:22 – 07:25 | Remembering Family as a Gift
07:26 – 10:05 | Action Steps for Balance
10:06 – 13:20 | Rituals, Boundaries, and Seasons
13:21 – 16:46 | Pro Move of the Week: Find out where you can inject quality time into your relationships and commit to those steps.

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Listen Again:

Episode 30 – Tony Dungy: Is Work-Life Balance Even Possible?

5 Things a Real Man Does For His Family

4 D’s to Being a Better Husband

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Raising kids today seems harder than ever. There are so many things weighing them down, from relationships, school demands, social media, and more. Dads need to guide kids through it all. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, Dr. Chap Clark shares wisdom from his years of experience studying teens and their behavior and tells listeners how to better understand and support their kids.

Why This Matters

Kids feel pressure­—to perform, fit in, and be liked. This causes friction and tension, but dads can be the steady presence they need.

Know the Language

Dr. Clark shares a few terms that may be new to you:

• Mosaic thinking: It’s harder kids to focus on one thing at a time.
• Avatar: In order to fit in, kids will build different 'avatars' of themselves depending on the social situation they're facing.

Troubles For Modern Kids

• Life feels very transactional: This leads kids to try to, as Chap says, “perform my way into blessing.”
• Belonging matters: Dr. Clark says the “power of belonging” is paramount. Kids are looking for a place where they feel accepted.

Important Episode Timestamps
00:00 – 00:55 | Introduction & Guest Welcome
00:55 – 03:47 | The Changing Landscape of Parenting Teens
03:47 – 06:55 | The “System” Has Let Kids Down
06:55 – 09:32 | A Father’s Role in Restoring Trust
09:32 – 12:08 | How Teens Process Identity & Belonging
12:08 – 15:50 | The Power of Presence Over Performance
15:50 – 19:21 | Building Bridges Through Listening
19:21 – 21:54 | Practical Habits to Create Safe Spaces
21:54 – 24:17 | Why Kids Still Need Boundaries
24:17 – 25:50 | Pro Move of the Week: Strive to be unflappable, have compassion with your kids, and take deep breaths.

Listen Again:

Episode 61 – What Problems Do Kids Face Today That We Didn’t?

Episode 74 – Checking in With Kids: 5 Gauges Dads Need to Know

5 Challenges We Need to Help Generation Alpha Face

Dr. Clark and

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