Youngdad Roundtable 2

In this emotional and powerful Young Dad Roundtable, Jey, Casey, Chris, Mike, and Paul cover some of the heaviest and most hopeful topics fathers are facing today.The conversation opens with the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk, sparking deep reflection on political violence, faith, and the future of open debate in America. The dads discuss cultural polarization, revival through faith, and how division is pulling families and communities apart.Jey shares a heartfelt poem about the impact of a father’s absence on two little girls, moving the panel to tears. The group then lightens the mood with a viral baseball story about “Philly’s Karen,” unpacking what it reveals about fatherhood, masculinity, and modeling strength for kids.From there, the roundtable turns to September’s Suicide Prevention Month. Jey shares the loss of his brother, Chris opens up about losing his dad, Casey recounts his own survival story, and Mike reflects on shame and negative reinforcement. Together, they dive into the crisis facing men—loneliness, lack of encouragement, and the desperate need for authentic community and affirmation.The episode closes with fatherhood stories—kids saying embarrassing things in public, bedtime battles, tantrums, and the lessons dads can take from them. The men emphasize values, love languages, structure, and the sacredness of bedtime conversations.This is a heavy, real, and hope-filled conversation for dads, husbands, and men everywhere.Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Roundtable Discussion

01:23 Tragic Incident at Utah Valley University

02:48 Reflections on Political Violence

11:03 The Impact of Political Discourse on Society

15:48 Concerns for Future Generations

24:50 The Role of Faith in Political Turmoil

29:44 Navigating the Complexity of Faith and Society

33:09 The Role of the Church in Political Engagement

34:02 Understanding Sin and Human Nature

37:14 The Impact of Loss on Families

41:30 A Lighthearted Interlude: The Phillies Karen Incident

52:26 Suicide Awareness and Mental Health Conversations

55:16 The Evolution of Content Creation for Fathers

57:03 Understanding Men's Struggles and Support

58:27 The Seriousness of Mental Health and Suicide

01:00:07 The Importance of Connection and Community

01:02:03 Navigating Male Identity and Purpose

01:06:22 Encouragement and Affirmation for Men

01:11:30 The Role of Women in Men's Mental Health

01:20:10 Closing Thoughts on Men's Value and Purpose

01:27:13 Embracing Authenticity in Parenting

01:28:13 Navigating Conversations About Values with Children

01:30:00 Handling Tantrums in Public Spaces

01:31:10 Understanding Age-Appropriate Responses to Tantrums

01:33:10 The Importance of Emotional Connection

01:36:34 Identifying Underlying Needs Behind Tantrums

01:41:33 Establishing Bedtime Routines and Expectations

01:45:44 Making the Most of Bedtime Conversations

01:53:07 Outtro