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Dad to Dad Podcast

Fathers mentoring fathers of kids with special needs - presented by the Special Fathers Network. Host David Hirsch interviews some amazing fathers of kids with special needs.

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Dad to Dad 244 - Joel Liestman of Maple Grove, MN A...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/03/10

Our guest this week is Joel Liestman of Maple Grove, MN who has been a professional actor for more than 25 years, a father to a son with William Syndrome and outspoken advocate for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Joel and wife, Jennifer, have been married for 23 years and are the proud parents of Bennett (11) who has Williams Syndrome, a genetic condition present at birth and is characterized by medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and

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55:37

Dad to Dad 243 - Christian Paddock of Seattle, WA...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/03/03

Our guest this week is Christian Paddock of Seattle, WA who is a coporate trainer for Audi of America.Christian and his wife, Megan, have been married for 10 years and are the proud parents of two girls, Addison (5) and Hazel, who was diagnosed with STXBP1, a rare neurological disease. Very sadly Hazel passed away at age six in 2021, as the result of a random accident. Christian reflects on the six year odyssey of raising a child with a complex medical condition, the highs as well as lows, and the

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58:41

Dad to Dad 242 - Dr. Cole Galloway of Cleveland, OH...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/02/24

Our guest this week is Dr. Cole Galloway of Clevelend, OH who for more than two decades, was a professor of physical therapy at University of Delaware and is founder of Go Baby Go, a human rights movement dedicated to promoting mobility and social mobility.While doing research, he developed a small car that young children, with special needs, could control themselves thereby opening a whole new world of possibilities. That discovery lead to the creation of Go Baby Go, which has forever transformed

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43:01

Dad to Dad 241 - Corey Ferguson of Gahanna, OH,...

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2023/02/17

Our guest this week is Corey Ferguson of Gahanna, OH who is s Developmental Disabilities professional and the father of three children with a wide range of special abilities.Corey and his wife, Andrea, have been married for 15 years and are the proud parents of three children: Linleigh (12) who is a spastic quadriplegic with cerebral palsy, Brody (9) who has dyslexia, and Everly (8), who has bi-lateral hearing loss. Corey has a real passion for being a dad and the work he does serving other families

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42:12

Dad to Dad 240 - Ron Sandison of Rochester Hills, MI,...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/02/10

Our guest this week is Ron Sandison of Rochester Hills, MI who is an Autistic man, a psychiatric care specialist at UHS Havenwyck Hospital, a professor at the Divinity School of Ministry, a speaker, an author of several books, and founder of Spectrum Inclusion, which empowers young adults with Autism for independence and employment through mentoring and conferences.Ron and his wife, Kristen, have been married for 10 years and are the proud parents of Mikayla (6). Ron's books include:A Parent’s Guide

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Dad To Dad 239 - Chris Brewster of Waverly, NY...

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2023/02/03

Our guest this week is Christopher Brewster of Waverly NY. Chris and his wife, Kristen, have been married for six years and are the proud parents of three children: son Bowie (15) who has Angelman Syndrome, daughter Ada (17), and son Seth (26) who has Scleroderma, Short leg syndrome, Autism and more recently is undergoing gender transition.From a professional perspective, Chris is a Community Engagement Manager for the Food Bank of the Southern Tier (Elmira & Corning area). He also works

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Dad to Dad 238 - Ian Todd of Baltimore, MD Father of...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/01/27

Our guest this week is Ian Todd, of Baltimore, MD, who is a financial services specialist.Ian and his wife, Erin, are the proud parents to two daughters, Maple (6) and Rosie (4), who was injured shortly after birth as the result of Bacterial Meningitis and has cortical visual impairment among other conditions. Ian is also a member of the first Special Fathers Network Mastermind Group that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings. He credits his faith and involvement with SFN and the SFN Mastermind Group

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40:08

Dad to Dad 237 - Matt Bando of Downers Grove, IL is a...

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2023/01/20

Our guest this week is Matt Bando, owner of Prodigy Printing and Promotions in Downers Grove, IL.Matt and his wife, Saba, have been married for 27 years and are the proud parents of Zain (23) who is a spastic quadriplegic with Cerebral Palsy. Zain is a graduate of University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and is masters degree student at the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University and has participated in the Diveheart.org adaptive scuba diving program.Matt is also part of the SFN

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52:40

Dad to Dad 236 - Dr. Temple Grandin of Ft. Collins,...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2023/01/13

Out special guest this week is Dr. Temple Grandin of Ft. Collins, CO, a national speaker, a best-selling author, a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and outspoken advocate for the neurodivergent and those on the Autism Spectrum. Temple was an Ashoka Fellow. She was also named in the Time 100 List as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in the ‘Heroes’ category. She also has a number of honorary degrees form universities around the world, including; McGill

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41:33

Dad.to Dad 235 - David Geslak of La Grange, IL,...

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2023/01/06

Our guest this week is David Geslak, a national speaker, author and founder of Exercise Connection, a company committed to assist individuals with Autism and other disabilities; improve their focus, reduce maladaptive behaviors, enhance social skills as well as language development through proper exercise and physical fitness.David and his wife, Jessica, have been married for nine years and are the proud parents of two children: Andrew (5) and Jordan (2), who was diagnosed with cyanotic breadth

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46:25

Dad to Dad 234 - Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield of...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/12/30

This is the second installment of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast interview with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield, PhD, LPC, a nationally known speaker, author, licensed professional counselor of 28 years and founder of The Abba Project, a program serving dads and daughters.She writes regularly for professional journals and magazines. She is also the author of books:Dad Here’s What I Really Need from You, andLet’s Talk: Conversation Starters for Dads and Daughters.Michelle also hosts “The Dad Whisperer”

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37:21

Dad to Dad 233 - Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield of...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/12/23

Our guest this week is Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield, PhD, LPC, a nationally known speaker, author, licensed professional counselor of 28 years and founder of The Abba Project, a program serving dads and daughters.She writes regularly for professional journals and magazines. She is also the author of books:Dad Here’s What I Really Need from You, andLet’s Talk: Conversation Starters for Dads and Daughters.Michelle also hosts “The Dad Whisperer” Podcast.Michelle talks openly and authentically about her

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Dad to Dad 232 - David Barth of Sand Point, ID, a...

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2022/12/16

Our guest this week is David Barth of Sand Point, ID who is a licensed therapist. David and his wife, Lisa, have been married for 26 years and are the proud parents of Jackson (23) who has Autism. David is a member Evryman, a benefit corporation whose mission is to connect and help men lead more successful, satisfying and fulfilling lives. David is also co-founder of Team Autism 24/7, a non-profit that builds autism awareness. We’ll hear David’s story on this week’s Special Fathers Network Dad

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48:43

Dad to Dad 231 - Nelson Rascon of Tacoma, WA, Father...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/12/09

Our guest this week is Nelson Rascon of Tacoma, WA who is the father of three, a realtor and co-founder of Dads Move - Strengthening The Roles Of Dads In Raising Their Kids With Special Needs. Nelson and his wife, JoRay, have been married for 9 years and between them are the proud parents of three children; Samantha (30) who has cognitive delays, Eric (26) who has Autism, severe Epilepsy and who is bi-polar, and Kaleb (26) who has Asperger’s and was more recently diagnosed as bi-polar too. Nelson

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46:40

Dad to Dad 230 - Bonner Paddock Rinn of Laguna Beach,...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/12/02

Our guest this week is Bonner Paddock Rinn of Laguna Beach, CA, founder of Project Possible, the first person with Cerebral Palsy to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro and to complete the Ironman distance triathlon, a New York Times best selling author of the book One More Mile, founder of Spark – launching poverty fighting ventures that open the door of possibility. He was featured in the documentary film Beyond Limits, narrated by the actor Michael Clarke Duncan (The Green Mile), depicting Bonner's

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Dad to Dad 229 - Brian Altounian & Shawn Francis of...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/11/25

Our guests this week are Brian Altounian and Shawn Francis of Los Angeles, CA. Brian and Shawn are financial advisors who created the Just Two Dads Podcast to help fathers raising kids with special healthcare needs. Every Wednesday at 11am Pacific Time, they host their podcast live on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodadsThey’re quite a compelling duo and they are our guests on this week’s Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast.Email – wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Email Brian –

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48:13

Dad to Dad 228 - Dr. Judson Brandeis of San...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/11/18

Our guest this week is Dr. Judson Brandeis, of Sn Francisco, is a board certified urologist whose mission is to help men maintain their overall health. Dr. Judson also wrote and compiled the book, The 21st Century Man, Advice From 50 Top Doctors and Men’s Heath Experts. He’s quite an amazing guy and he’s our guest this week on the Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast. Judson Brandeis MD - https://brandeismd.comLinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/judsonbrandeismd/ Email -

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39:08

Dad to Dad 227 - Joshua Carrigg of Gaithersburg, MD,...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/11/11

Our guest this week is Joshua Carrigg, of Gaithersburg, MD, a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army. Joshua and his wife, Austin, have been married for 20 years and are the proud parents of three: Christian (20), Nicholas (17) who has Autism and adopted daughter Melanie (9) who has Down syndrome and other special healthcare needs. Joshua joined the US Army at 20 and has served for 19 years including two deployments to Iraq ’in 03-’04 and ’06-’07. Joshua's wife, Austin, is the founder and CEO of the

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Dad to Dad 226 - Owen Marcus of Nevada City, CA an...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/11/04

Our guest this week is Owen Marcus, of Nevada City, CA, an executive coach, founder of Whole Clinics, a Group Lead Trainer for the Mankind Project and Co-Founder of EvryMan, a global community of men who come together to challenge and assist one another with their emotional well being and personal growth.We’ll hear Owen talk and provide insights about being a man in today’s world and how to be the best: father, husband, friend and man you can be. That’s all on this this week’s Special Fathers

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46:03

Dad. to Dad 225 - Ron Janowczyk of Colleyville, TX,...

Dad to Dad Podcast ·

2022/10/28

Our guest this week is Ron Janowczyk of Colleyville, TX the father of three, a wine industry veteran and owner of Special Strong of Northeast Tarrant County, a sports facility, that helps develop specialized fitness programs for people with mental, cognitive, and physical challenges.Ron and his wife, Gloria, have been married for 39 years and are the proud parents of three children; Lauren (35), Joe (33) and Jake (26) who has Williams Syndrome. After a very successful career in the wine industry,

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