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Dad Saves America

Proud papa, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and arm-chair philosopher John Papola explores the biggest issues facing our kids, our communities, and our country through the lens of fatherhood. We produce powerful stories, exclusive interviews, mini-documentaries, and deep dives on a weekly basis. Our goal is to build a movement of dads and could-be dads who embrace our heroic calling to raise a new generation ready to thrive in a free society and be champions of civilization. We’ve had all sorts of experts

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01:32:46

"American Ninja Warrior" Host Akbar Gbajabiamila's...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/06/08

In a world filled with adversity, there are those who refuse to succumb to the role of victim, instead choosing to rise above their circumstances and create their own destiny. Today’s guest, Akbar Gbajabiamila, has become a household name as the host of popular TV shows like American Ninja Warrior, The Talk, and his upcoming reality show, Fight to Survive. With his engaging personality and magnetic charisma, he ignites the spirits of contestants to conquer seemingly impossible obstacles. As a

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01:52:43

What Do You Believe? Question It. | The Show

Dad Saves America ·

2023/05/18

In disruptive times like these, it can be useful to expand your mind with radical new ideas, especially when they challenge your own assumptions. We need to remember that discomfort can be the first step in genuine learning, but only if we’re open to it. Today’s guest, Malcolm Collins, is a neuroscientist, serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and one of Amazon's best selling non-fiction writers. He and his wife Simone are reimagining education and much more through their work at the Collins

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00:09:40

This Dad's Favorite Power Tool Is The Vacuum | Pop...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/05/11

Stephen Kent has some wisdom to share. He’s an author, a PR Jedi, and a dad to his own young Padawan. His book, How the Force Can Fix the World, analyzes the virtues of Star Wars and explains how to apply these learnings to the modern world. Stephen has figured out how to use one of the most iconic and influential American stories as a common language to teach moral lessons to children. We worked with Stephen to create a great viewing guide so that you and your young Padawan can put his work into

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01:05:08

How Dads Can Harness The Force | The Show

Dad Saves America ·

2023/05/04

There are basically three ways to learn how to be a good person. We learn by doing and making mistakes, we learn by observing what other people do, and we learn from the stories in our culture. Popular stories play an outsized role in our understanding of virtue and morality, and few stories can match the awesome power of Star Wars. Today’s guest, Stephen Kent, has figured out how to use one of the most iconic and influential American stories as a common language to teach moral lessons to children

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01:12:38

Can Kids Become Addicted To Tech And Social Media? |...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/04/20

The physical world isn’t as scary as we’re led to believe, but our kids have a whole new digital world to contend with. We are currently raising the first generations of “digital natives” - kids born into a world already connected by the internet. Keeping our kids mentally healthy in an increasingly digital world is a new and confusing frontier for parents. Today’s guest, Dr. Lisa Strohman, is a licensed psychologist and the founder of Digital Citizen Academy, an organization addressing the issue

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00:46:36

SXSW 2023: Daddy Issues In Film With Troy Kotsur And...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/04/13

Why are fathers and father-figures so important in film? What can we learn about ourselves as film-makers and film fans from the way we utilize the notion of father as a driving character within these stories we tell on the screen? How should we think about storytelling and what compels us to focus on our relationships with fathers to articulate complex human dynamics? Oscar winning actor Troy Kotsur and director Emma Westenberg joined Dad Saves America host John Papola for a conversation about the

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02:15:40

Nate Boyer Has Been A Green Beret, Texas Longhorn,...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/04/06

What are you going to do with the rest of your life? That’s the big question we all face, especially after graduation. If you feel directionless, don’t worry. You're not alone. Today's guest, Nate Boyer, didn't have a clear path after high school, dropped out of college, and spent a year swabbing the deck on a fishing boat. He became a Green Beret, a walk-on player for the University of Texas Longhorns, played for the Seattle Seahawks, and even directed, wrote, and starred in a feature

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01:51:12

Quantum Computing, AI, And Our Future Robot Overlords...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/03/23

For years, we have had artificial intelligence in our homes and pockets through voice assistants like Siri and Alexa. However, everything is changing with the newest generation of technologies, led by OpenAI's ChatGPT. The future of education, work, and human creativity has already been turned upside down, but recent advances in quantum computing may supercharge this transformation even further. These new systems can solve complex problems that today’s fastest supercomputers would take thousands

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00:10:52

She Lets Her Kids Fly Alone, But Never On Direct...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/03/16

Alyce Dailey has some wisdom to share. She’s the daughter of immigrants, a successful business owner, and the author of The Magic Mom. Alyce is also the mother of four daughters and believes that “being a mom is the most entrepreneurial venture that exists on the planet.” Her approach to parenting may be unconventional, but the results are undeniable. Alyce has raised four independent, confident, and capable young entrepreneurs who are ready to go out into the world. Alyce’s framework for

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01:17:23

If Kids Are Scared To Fail At Home, The Real World...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/03/09

Recent studies show that for nearly half of adults, fear of failure is the biggest barrier to achieving their goals, and kids today are the most fear-driven, anxious generation on record. Where have we gone wrong as parents and what can we do to the ensure that the next generation is ready to head out into the unknown and thrive? Today’s guest, Alyce Dailey, is the author of The Magic Mom. She’s the daughter of immigrants, a successful business owner, and mother of four daughters who believes that

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00:15:11

'CODA' Oscar Winner Troy Kotsur Used To Clean Up At...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/03/02

Troy Kotsur has some wisdom to share. Much like his character in CODA, Kotsur is the proud father of a teenage daughter. As you’d expect from any dad, he may embarrass her from time to time, but in the end, his priority is to support his family and be the best father he can be. At the 94th Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in CODA, available on Apple TV+. He is first deaf man, and second deaf performer after Marlee Matlin, to win an Academy

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01:26:53

Make Sure To Check In With Your Teen’s Mental Health...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/02/23

There’s a mental health crisis among boys and men. The warning signs of depression and other mental health issues in males, particularly teenage boys, are not widely known, and so they often go overlooked. The first step towards reversing this concerning trend is learning to recognize when young men are suffering. Dr. Warren Farrell has spent half a century researching and writing about the biggest issues facing boys and men. His most recent book, The Boy Crisis, provides an eye opening glimpse into

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00:09:24

Mac And Cheese Is A Recipe For Parenting Success |...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/02/16

Denisha Allen has some wisdom to share. As a leader at the frontlines of education reform, and as a new mother, Denisha has a lot invested in the future of our country. Her path from at-risk student to education policy wonk is full of wisdom for parents. After all, we want our kids to succeed regardless of their circumstances, and Denisha has done exactly that. Denisha founded an organization to tackle our dysfunctional education system head on. It’s called Black Minds Matter and it’s a non-profit

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01:20:09

Money Is Not The Problem With Our Schools | The Show

Dad Saves America ·

2023/02/09

Quality education can be a great equalizer and a platform for success in life, but our current public school system may be the most regressive and unequal institution in our society. Today’s guest, Denisha Allen, founded an organization that's tackling this issue head on. It’s called Black Minds Matter and it’s a non-profit dedicated to promoting access to high-quality school options for black students. She’s also a Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, and previously served as

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00:11:21

He Fell 100 Feet And Lived To Tell The Story | Pop...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/02/02

Jeff Sandefer has some wisdom to share. After striking it big in the oil industry before the age of 30, Jeff set off on a path of discovering where true meaning and purpose can be found and how individuals can maximize their impact on the world. He’s applied the purposeful risk-taking of entrepreneurship to raising his own kids, going as far as to let his son start paragliding at age three! Jeff is a successful entrepreneur-turned-business school professor who was considered to be one the best

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01:27:42

Why College Is A Ripoff | The Show

Dad Saves America ·

2023/01/26

At one time, a college degree came with the legitimate promise of a better life. For generations of families it was part and parcel with ‘The American Dream.’ Unfortunately, the return on investment isn’t what it used to be. Today’s guest, Jeff Sandefer, knows this issue inside and out and is working to provide parents with an alternative to educate their children. He’s a successful entrepreneur-turned-business school professor who was considered to be one the best business professors in the country

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01:23:35

Chris Powell Opens Up About ‘Extreme Weight Loss,’...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/01/19

What can we do as dads to keep our kids healthy? And how can we improve our own health to have as much time with them, and our future grandchildren, as possible? Today’s guest, Chris Powell, is an expert on fitness and the psychological struggles that often come along with any wellness journey. He hosted the popular TV show Extreme Weight Loss on ABC, where he helped numerous people overcome obesity. Today, he’s working on a new project called Move One Million. It’s a daily broadcast designed to

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00:12:21

Top Gun Dad Let Chris Powell Fly A Plane At Age 10 |...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/01/13

Chris Powell has some wisdom to share. This father of four may be a health and fitness expert, but he also knows how to have some fun. Whether it’s flying planes with his dad or making his kids cringe with goofy jokes, Chris’s life is full of good memories. On top of that, Chris has plenty of great advice on how to support your children’s passions and set them up to explore the world on their own one day. Chris hosted the popular TV show Extreme Weight Loss on ABC, where he helped numerous people

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00:09:58

Adam Carolla Says Children’s Books Are The DJ Khaled...

Dad Saves America ·

2023/01/05

Adam Carolla has some wisdom to share. On the last episode of Pop Wisdom, I spoke with Dr. Drew, a father of triplets. In keeping with the theme, this week’s guest is a father of twins - and also was Dr. Drew’s co-host for ten years on KROQ’s long-running radio show Loveline. Despite their friendship, these two dads have very different perspectives on parenthood. Adam is a comedian, podcast host, author of six books and star of the recent documentary No Safe Spaces. In his latest book, Everything

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01:13:32

Adam Carolla Is Worried We’re Raising Kids Like Pets...

Dad Saves America ·

2022/12/29

The current culture of fear has made our kids nervous wrecks and has wreaked havoc on comedy in the process. Not taking yourself or your fears too seriously is one of the best ways to overcome them, so we sure aren’t setting up kids for success. Today’s guest, Adam Carolla, isn’t afraid to tell his kids, and the rest of us for that matter, to toughen up, get over it, and move forward. He’s a comedian, podcast host, author of six books and star of the recent documentary No Safe Spaces. In his latest

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