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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast

Brett Ethridge and Perry Hughes

The world is a better place when fathers are faithfully present in the lives of their kids, helping to initiate them into adulthood by showing them the way. But the fatherhood journey isn"t easy, and it"s all-too-often traveled by men trying to figure it out on their own. No longer. Hosts Brett and Perry seek to equip you with the tools to elevate your fatherhood game through honest conversations about their own walks as fathers and interviews with a wide range of experts and guests

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Friday Focus #45: Well-Placed Hope

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2026/04/03

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a powerful question that one of his friends asked him about a challenge he's walking through, and it totally shifted his perspective on the situation. He encourages you with the same question. Be blessed!Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more

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48:20

89. Stand Firm & Act Like Men

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2026/03/10

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood Podcast, Brett and Perry kick off a new series around themes from the book Stand Firm & Act Like Men, by Joby Martin. In this first look at the book, they delve into important ideas around biblical manhood, parenting, and spiritual warfare. They discuss the importance of obedience, the three foundational pillars of manhood, and how to teach these principles to our kids. The conversation also touches on the significance of recognizing spiritual

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4:43

Friday Focus #44: Take Controlled Risk

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2026/02/06

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry tells a fun story about adventures he had with his teenage boys during a recent snowstorm, and what it reveals about the value of teaching our kids how to take controlled risks.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your

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61:40

88. Building Trust with Your Teen, with Mike the...

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2026/01/27

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood podcast, Brett and Perry are joined by Mike Barsamian ("Mike the Parent Coach") to discuss the complexities of parenting teenagers. Mike shares his personal journey and the development of his parenting philosophy, emphasizing the importance of trust, communication, and understanding in building strong relationships with teens. The conversation delves into the Trust Triangle, which consists of honesty, good judgment, and empathy, and how parents can

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4:54

Friday Focus #43: Pray Differently

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2026/01/09

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brettdissects 1 Timothy 2:1, looking at four different facets of prayer and how we might think about incorporating each of them into our daily prayers for our kids.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids. Connect with

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52:05

87. Identity, Finances, and Modeling Generosity, with...

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2025/12/11

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood podcast, Brett Ethridge and Perry are joined by Christopher Schloeman, a faith-driven entrepreneur and father, to discuss the role of fathers in teaching children about money, the biblical perspective on finances, and the importance of modeling generosity. Christopher shares personal stories about growing up without a father, the influence of mentors, and how he has been intentional in his own fatherhood journey. The conversation also touches on

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2:52

Friday Focus #42: Don't Look at the Splattered Bug!

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2025/11/28

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares a story about a recent trip up into the mountains to help shift our perspective heading into the holiday season so that we can maximize our enjoyment of it.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids. Connect with

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54:52

86. Making the Most of the Teenage Years, with Seth...

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2025/10/30

In this episode, Brett and Perry are joined by Perry's son Seth Hughes to discuss their recent biking adventure to celebrate Seth's 14th birthday. The conversation delves into the tradition of father-son trips, the challenges and triumphs of pushing the limits on a mountain bike, and the importance of community and incremental learning in overcoming fear. Seth shares his experiences of progressing through different biking tracks, while Perry reflects on the joy of watching his son grow in

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3:19

Friday Focus #41: Commit to Fun!

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2025/10/03

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a story about teaching his son to drive stick shift and encourages us to be intentional about injecting fun into our experiences with our kids.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids. Connect with us: Watch

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38:17

85. 3 Things Charlie Kirk Taught Us About Faithful...

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2025/09/25

In this episode, Brett Ethridge and Perry reflect on the incredible legacy of Charlie Kirk, drawing lessons about fatherhood from the things Charlie taught and the way he lived his life. They explore the importance of family, the role of marriage in unlocking the best in us, and practical things we can do toleave a meaningful legacy with our kids after we're gone. The conversation emphasizes compassion, truth, and the responsibility of fathers to lead by example, ultimately encouraging

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66:50

84. The Hard Truth About Pornography, with Christian...

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2025/09/16

This conversationwith Christian Stanley, a missionary in the fight against sex trafficking, delves into the critical issue of pornography exposure among children and teenagers, emphasizing the importance of open communication between parents and their kids. The discussion highlights alarming statistics regarding exposure rates, the role of technology in facilitating access, and the need for proactive measures to prevent addiction. The speakers share personal experiences and strategies for

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3:37

Friday Focus #40: Beware Contempt

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2025/09/05

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares some of Jesus' words from his Sermon on the Mount and dwells on the deep caution inherent in the word "contempt," encouraging us to reflect on its meaning in our lives.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your

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84:27

83. Protecting Your Kids from Online Threats, with...

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2025/08/28

The Internet, if not handled properly within our families, poses a significant risk to our kids. It is the primary place where predators lurk in the shadows, grooming vulnerable kids for sex trafficking and exposing them to pornography. And it happens from an early age, earlier than most of us parents realize.To help us navigate the potential pitfalls of Internetmisuse by our kids and predatory practices by those who would seek to harm our children, we are joined in this episode by

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7:15

Friday Focus #39: 10,000 Hours

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2025/08/15

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reflects on the number of hours we put into all sorts of things in our lives and wonders if we're putting the same intentionality into "studying" fatherhood. He shares four resources that we can use for "deliberate practice" to get better as fathers.Note: The book Brett references in this episode is Good Inside, by Dr. Becky Kennedy. Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece

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51:08

82: Summer Stories and Reflections on Rest

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2025/07/23

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood podcast, Brett and Perry reflect on their summer experiences and share personal stories about family adventures, business ventures, and spiritual growth. Brett is thrilled to share some huge breakthroughs with two of his sons in terms of their walk with the Lord. Brett and Perry also discuss the importance of rest and the need for intentionality in finding rest and rejuvenation amidst busy summer schedules.In that context, they touch on the concept

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6:17

Friday Focus #38: Lean on God's Strength

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2025/06/20

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares two practical ways to take some of the burden of fatherhood off your shoulders and put it where it belongs -- with the Lord!Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids. Connect with us: Watch more great content on

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47:48

81. Role of a Father: Protector

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2025/06/04

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood podcast, hosts Brett Ethridge and Perry Hughes continue the series on the role of fathers by exploring a father's role as protector. They discuss physical protection, emotional safety, and the dangers of overprotection. The conversation delves into modern threats, including the impact of technology on children's safety, and emphasizes the need for fathers to be vigilant and nurturing. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights, encouraging

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2:58

Friday Focus #37: Don't Provoke Your Children

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2025/05/09

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry provides shades of understanding for Ephesians 6:4, especially when it comes to parenting our teenagers.Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids. Connect with us: Watch more great content on ourYouTube Channel Follow

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48:10

80. Role of a Father: Spiritual Head, with Pastor Dan...

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2025/04/17

In this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood Podcast, Brettis joined by Pastor Dan DeMey of Shine Church to continue the series exploring the multifaceted role of the father, this time focusing on a father's role as the spiritual head of the household. They start by asking whether or not that is even a role that a father should play and unpack scriptures that seem to suggest it is. Interpreting exactly what that should look like is nuanced, however, and Dan brings a fresh and interesting

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4:53

Friday Focus #36: See the Good Inside

The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Welcome toFriday Focuson The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reflects on the importance of seeing the good inside our kids and shares an anecdote about how to apply that perspective when engaging with our kids -- and how it changes everything when we do.The book referenced in this episode is Good Inside by Dr. Beck Kennedy. You can get a copy of it here: https://amzn.to/4lnhg0f Check back every Friday morning for a newFriday Focusepisode where weshare one piece of

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