School For Fathers Podcast

SFF host Danusia Malina-Derben takes on the role of guest on the “What's the worst that could happen?” podcast. Hosted by multi-award winning business lawyer Suzanne Dibble, Danusia chats to her about the worst-case legal scenarios that have, and unfortunately did, rear their ugly head, and importantly how she dealt with them – this is all covered in a fun and light-hearted way, but with serious undertone. Danusia reveals what happened when IP for a mega media project was taken and in a separate corporate project when as advisor to a CEO, her client died unexpectedly. Both instances are not run of the mill and involved potential loss of substantial revenue. Listen in to hear what happened!   “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

SFF host Danusia Malina-Derben takes on the role of guest on the “Father Daughter Dance” podcast hosted by Tim Taylor. Together we discuss the path forward to take on the challenges of being the best Dad possible. We talk about how a reframing of fathers roles and responsibilities is something that's widely desired by many men but only slowly being enacted. Of course we talk about how women can, and must help and ways that we hurt efforts to ‘get there'. Lastly, we also touch on my relationship with my father and how it evolved particularly towards the end of his life. “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

SFF host Danusia Malina-Derben takes on the role of guest on a brilliant podcast about sober life, One for the Road, hosted by Grey area drinking coach, Dave Wilson. You can find him on insta @soberdave! “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

Interview Time with a Difference as I'm the one answering all the questions. Suzy Walker from Metro.co.uk asked me how men can reject toxic masculinity and become happier dads. So I told her! It was a big Father's Day celebration with a splash of tough love taken from my book SPUNK: A Manifesto Modernising Fatherhood. See what you think  “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold drink on a hot day” 

Celebration time in today's episode. I've written a book due out at the end of the month all about fathers, and fatherhood identity. This is so exciting to share especially as it involved research with 1500+ men, and is my second book in a year! SPUNK, which is also the title of my new book, is me sharing why I chose this title (sidenote for any “mansplainers”, I really do understand what the word means), what the meaning of this word originally was, and how it relates to modern fatherhood right now. In reading the introduction to you, I hope I whet your appetite for more because the research findings are fascinating. A perfect gift for Father's Day and anytime you want to check out why fathers behave as they do, this is how one reviewer described SPUNK, “This book makes me want to be a better father. Even better it shows me how”. Can't say fairer than that, right?! “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

Why is DEATH a word that we shy away from? In this ep I'm joined by Founder of The Discerning Dad Caring Community, Neil Hinder. His charity supports men dealing with bereavement and raises awareness of the stigma. In this frank and honest conversation we discuss the death of Neil's son Saul, how this has impacted his life and relationships and “reasons for getting out of bed”. 

Do SOLE fathers have it harder? I'm joined by Michael Ray, Public Speaker, Blogger, Writer - who's all about calling time on outdated gender stereotypes holding fathers back. We explore life as a solo parent, moving on from being Jack-the-Lad and empowering daughters. Read the full show notes over on our website >> http://schoolforfathers.com/podcast/29-sole-michael-ray/ 

Do you feel like you've been hearing the same conversations about working parents for years, yet not enough has changed? This week my guest, Christine Armstrong, shares how she's on a mission to blow apart the LIES about working parents and instead dig into the truths of what actually works. There's a false narrative that if you just work harder everything will be fine, regardless of the struggles of balancing motherhood with a career. While you may feel you're alone in these struggles, this is not the case. Yet having this conversation with other women can only take us so far. For real progress to be made we need to engage men and leadership as well. Christine discusses how we can achieve this, while also providing tips & strategies that will help you stay sane(ish) as a working parent.

Let's talk the good bits and the SHIT bits of business and fatherhood. My guest this week is Dan Knowlton; a UK-based digital and social media marketing expert, Speaker & Founder of Knowlton. Dan's a man who integrates life and he's also a new father so this episode is about hearing his perspective on how his life has changed since becoming a dad. Read the full show notes over on our website >> http://schoolforfathers.com/podcast/23-shit-dan-knowlton 

It's like puberty for the middle aged and yet ~nobody~ is talking about it. This week we delve into the issues surrounding this “taboo” topic, with our guest Meg Mathews. As Founder of Megs Menopause, Meg empowers women through honest and frank discussion of all things menopause. Meg believes that we can't find harmony and resonance within ourselves without truly understanding what is happening in our bodies. I couldn't agree more. 

How to SHARE parental leave is a hot topic for any expecting parents. For Rambaut Fairley, Commercial Director at Bourne Leisure, taking 6 months out to care for his twins was “the best time of his career”. In this ep we explore: The realities of making parental leave work Shattering “default presumptions” How organisations can encourage take-up

What does it take to be a Feminist Dad - and why does it matter? Author Jordan Shapiro joins me for an exploration of his upcoming book, How to Be a Feminist Dad. We question “what is manliness?”, dive into intersectionality, and consider how the world view is changing, and what's needed for men and fathers.  About my guest, Jordan Shapiro:  Jordan Shapiro, PhD is a globally celebrated American thought leader. He's senior fellow for the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop, and Nonresident Fellow in the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution. His Forbes' column (2012-17) on global education, learning through digital play, kids and culture was read by over 5 million people around the world. He is an international speaker and consultant whose fresh perspective combines psychology, philosophy, and economics in unexpected ways. His book, The New Childhood: Raising Kids To Thrive in a Connected World (Little, Brown Spark 2018) changed the cultural conversation about parenting and screen time. His book, Father Figure: How to be a Feminist Dad (Little, Brown Spark 2021), Shapiro offers a norm-shattering perspective on fatherhood, family, and gender essentialism. This thoughtful exploration of dad-psychology—presented from an archetypal perspective—challenges our familiar assumptions about the origins of so-called traditional parenting roles. There are hundreds of books on parenting, but when it comes to books about parenting identity, rather than the nuts and bolts of raising children, nearly all are about what it's like to be a mother. Father Figure fills that gap. It teaches dads how to embrace the joys of fathering while guiding toward an image of manliness for the modern world.

Sick and tired of being the one to think about *E - V - E - R - Y - T - H - I - N - G* at home - from birthday gifts, cleaning {or organising the cleaner}, planning life, + remembering to put the bins out—basically the whole shebang? You're not alone. Lockdown's been a magnifying glass on all those niggling chores that nobody else picks up. If you could, would you renegotiate sharing these domestics and who thinks about them? The mundane repetitive stuff that has to be done by someone. But does it need to be you? Course not. Join my guests and I, as we explore exactly how to divvy up the domestics fairly. I'm joined by guests: Joy Foster - Founder of Tech Pixies Rebekah Bostan - Corporate Professional and Diversity Advocate Evelini Quarrell - Podcast Host

I recorded a Christmas tale for you. Here's to a loving Yule time. With love to you Listeners.

Navigating Christmas with separation and divorce in the mix? Today's episode with Nina Farr is all about making this season as drama-free as possible. Let's face it, Christmas can be an intense time, adding a new family setup/grief/conflict (and whatever else) into the mix is tough. This ep is a thought provoking view from someone who equips couples with practical advice and tips to move forward positively over Christmas and beyond.

An interview with Patrick Olszowski on his Outrageous Impact Show. We talk about when leaders are looking the wrong way, Boardroom politics, Catholicism, bringing up ten kids and how sausage dogs spread joy.

What does the BOND between a mother and daughter mean when they're *both* adults? I'm joined by Harriet Malina-Derben, my right-hand-woman and eldest daughter, for a candid conversation exploring the importance of that bond. Harriet shares why she's keen to keep the matriarchal line strong and how she sees her role of adult daughter. We talk Shrill (no spoilers, promise), angsty teen years and hormones.

This prick up your ears episode has it all. The jostle of debate, tears dropping on the mic, and a whoop-yes to shared visions. My special guest is Joe Horton - husband, Father, and Business Owner who believes meaning is at the centre of everything men do. He hosts the Guild of Dads Podcast, which is a weekly interview show dedicated to equipping Dads with all the tools resources and ideas needed to begin to craft a Vision for their own lives. Joe interviews Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Ex-Servicemen, Best Selling Authors, Stuntman, Film Makers and BBC presenters, along with many other men.  We cover existential crisis and men's search for meaning, getting time out together//with each child///alone, + a fear of getting your own needs met. This is all about fathers firing on ALL cylinders and what it takes to have this happen! “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

Soapbox Alert: global awareness of paternal mental health needs WAY more attention to encourage assessment, and when needed, treatment. Of course, policies and the health care system need to provide an environment that encourages father involvement and acknowledges the independent importance of fathers in the home. And in today's episode I connect with Mark Williams, Keynote Speaker, Author and International campaigner.  In 2004 he himself experienced depression and suffered in silence for years until he entered community mental health services. He founded International Fathers Mental Health Day and #Howareyoudad campaign to make sure all parents are having support for the whole family. Mark has spoken on television and radio stations around the world while working with Dr Jane Hanley also jointly publishing articles on Fathers Mental Health.  Mark was awarded Inspirational Father of the year and local hero at the Pride of Britain Awards in 2012 and was invited to meet The Royal Family on World Mental Health Day. He was also awarded the Point Of light Award by the Prime Minister in 2019 .In 2020 Mark published the report called "Fathers Reaching Out - Why Dads Matter" to explain the importance of paternal mental health which has far better outcomes for the whole family and the development of the child when we include fathers. In 2021 the film Daddy Blues based on Mark's journey became available on Amazon Prime. You're going to love this episode for so many reasons. Mark's the real deal. “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

In today's episode, I chat with Michael de Groot, Chief Storyteller at Staying Alive UK, podcast host and stepfather of two. His professional quest is to enable small business owners to become better storytellers and share engaging stories about themselves and their businesses. Through own small business he produces impactful cartoons and animation campaigns, engaging audiences and giving them a unique insight into an organisation's story and value proposition. The story at the core of this episode called LEAPS is the one in which Michael became a stepfather and we are lucky to be taken through a tour of his stepdad story blueprint.  He bravely shows his story of growth and also challenges listeners to embrace the rollercoaster of fatherhood with mindfulness, radical honesty and a big dose of humour. “School for Fathers Podcast is like an ice cold beer” 

In this episode I connect with Rob Gorski AKA  The Autism Dad Award winning blogger, Podcast host of The Autism Dad show and social media influencer. Rob has written 13,000 articles over the last decade; he's famed for documenting the real-life story of a family coping not only with autism but multiple, serious physical and emotional health issues.  Raise your hand if the phrase ‘Single Dad to 3 autistic kids' makes you break out in a sweat of many questions. Which is why I had to have Rob on the show.  In our conversation we talk candidly on how Rob sees his privilege as a single dad versus single mums and walk through together how dads can raise the bar. This is one of those episodes where you'll walk away with a fire in your belly for all that fatherhood offers you.

Today I bring you one man's response to early life messages - Jay Stansfield, for decades now, has been putting a middle finger up to all those teachers that thought he couldn't do _____ (insert a host of activities). “You're not Creative, and here's Why” In fact, maybe someone planted that seed in your brain a long, long time ago too. Maybe someone keeps telling you, you can't draw. Or sing. Or organise things.   Listen into my conversation with Jay as we explore how (despite all the negative messages) he's become an illustrator, musician, songwriter and creative multimedia artist and most recently, an entrepreneurial children's author.   Jay, is a northern, 41 year-old with an 'IndyBest colouring books for creative kids' accolade in The Independent for his debut book Squibbles. Jay has also published Squibbles 2 and Meet The Squibbles and is now also a growing name in the emerging world of NFT collectibles. Check these out my friends! Jay's simultaneously a music artist with over 25 years in the music industry who has performed two John Peel sessions with his old band Element, played support to Grandaddy, Ultrasound, Dodgy, Mike and the Mechanics and had remixes by EMF, Republica and Martin Carr from The Boo Radleys, with international radio play across the world.  He currently performs with altpunkrock group All Hail Hyena, who've been championed by Tom Robinson on BBC 6Music and John Robb via his acclaimed music blog Louder Than War and are currently promoting their new album 3 Organs Down, which they've released on a brand new format as the world's first ALBOOK™. Jay lives in Lancashire in the UK and is a proud father of two daughters. “School for Fathers Podcast is like a cold beer” 

Working too many hours for too little money? In debt? You're not alone.  My guest, Chris Lambert-Gorwyn discovered first-hand how challenging it can be to survive in business. He was over £100,000 in debt before he realised the problem was simply he had never been trained how to run a successful business. Fast forward 12 months and Chris had grown his income over 650% and was running a six figure practice. In our conversation we talk about the BOOM or BUST [all or nothing] way of working and how this affects balance and cash flow. Plus why Discipline really does grow Freedom!  Chris, together with his wife Karene, has now personally trained over 3000 practitioners and experts how to build 6 and 7 figure businesses and regularly gets invited to speak on stages around the world. Chris manages balancing his love of entrepreneurship with a coastal life in the UK with his wife Karene, their daughter Mya and dog Goldie. His super book can be found here 

Is the world you live in, how you want it?  In this episode, I bring you Dele Olafuyi, who didn't like what he found when he started reading to his small son. Instead of getting irked but doing nothing, my friend, he got up and created Kunda Kids, a publishing and creative media studio that illuminates African stories through books, songs, animations and games.  Dele sits down with me today to share the stats behind characters in kids books (grab a chair, they're shocking), the effects on this on all our children, plus his big hopes for making this world a better place. This is a man on a mission & we're cheering him on every step of the way! “School for Fathers Podcast is like a lip smacking beer on a hot day”

In this episode Executive and personal coach,  Ken Mossman joins me - he's founder of Cirrus Leadership and Coaching, father of Cai, husband of Danielle, and calls himself a Creative Cliff-Jumper. Together we talk about how owning all parts of yourself allows for a meaningful fun life. Ken breaks down how leveraging strengths, building capacity to hold paradox and creating home for your inner child is at the heart of living an integrated life. (And, friends, Ken doesn't just talk the talk ---- this guy truly walks the walk). Here's a few more words about Ken: he's specialized in working with men for two decades. He encourages men to discover, embrace and express all facets of themselves – light, shadow and everything in between - as the valuable resources they are - so that they are able to lead, communicate, contribute to and engage with their families, organizations and communities in more fulfilling, sustainable and fun ways. He is a coach, speaker, curriculum designer, father, husband who has awesome skills in the kitchen and still skis wickedly fast. In addition to his executive and personal coaching and men's programs, Ken was, until recently, a senior leader and curriculum designer for CTI, the Co-Active Training Institute. His irrepressible spirit is creating new adventures, watch his space. 

What's the impact of needing to HIDE your true self to survive? In this ep I'm joined by Ace Ruele; actor, mentor and coach. We discuss proving extreme masculinity, Ace's time in prison and fear. Ace and I also explore the importance of showing young men different ways of relating to themselves and others; and his performances with The Chocolate Men!

Being WHOLE can mean accepting the light and dark sides of ourselves. TED Talker and Co-Exec Director of Inside Circle, Eldra Jackson III joins me for a conversation unpacking toxic masculinity from inside the prison system as an life-sentence inmate to his work with Inside Circle. We talk power + control, gang life, remorse (or lack of) and more. Eldra's perspective on life and his humility is truly refreshing. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode - as always, you can email me on danusia@schoolforfathers.com  Here's the link to enter the School for Mothers Monthly Book Stack Giveaway over on @school.for.mothers.podcast instagram. Look out for the books & pineapple pic!

SPEAKing up for what's right. My guest today is motivational Speaker and Author, Rt Hon Stuart Lawrence, he is also the younger brother of Stephen Lawrence. Stuart joined me to explore how the events of his life have meant he's had to step up and speak out - and how he's taking this work forward.  About my guest, Stuart Lawrence:  Stuart is a Motivational and Public Speaker; he's also been a teacher and graphic designer. In his book, Silence Is Not An Option, he talks about what he has learned from life – the tools that have helped him live positively and kept him moving forwards when times have been tough. Through knowledge, self-worth, determination, and unity Stuart believes our young people of today have the power to push for change within our society and make change. Stuart has now embarked on a broader mission speaking to local councils, establishments and companies, discussing privilege, conscious bias, racial inequalities and much more.

Finding a MIX that works for you. My guest this week is Hadrien Chatelet, Creative Director of The Wern, a communications consultancy for startups, entrepreneurs, and independents. We explore the gift of dyslexia, the impact of proving yourself constantly, and how to find space for downtime when you're a passionate workaholic and father to young children.  About Hadrien Chatelet: From literally being caught red-handed and commissioned on the spot to create street art for (Agnes-B) a fashion brand in France, to cutting his teeth in London as a junior designer for a wallpaper company. Hadrien has a wealth of experience across the design, art and branding world. His most recent role saw him build and manage the creative department for the European Marketing division of Endeavor. Hadrien is an advocate for shared parental leave and his desire to share the parental load is a contributing factor to him becoming a co-founder with his partner. They work from a garden office in Hackney. When not making things beautiful visually he also bends your ear with French electro/techno mixes under his DJ alter-ego Kiki With Love. As well as launching the strategic branding and design arm of The Wern, Hadrien is developing a range of FREE tools, DIY products, and one-to-one coaching. 

Do SOLE fathers have it harder? I'm joined by Michael Ray, Public Speaker, Blogger, Writer - who's all about calling time on outdated gender stereotypes holding fathers back. We explore life as a solo parent, moving on from being Jack-the-Lad and empowering daughters. Read the full show notes over on our website >> http://schoolforfathers.com/podcast/29-sole-michael-ray/ 

What does it mean to be a STRONG man in 2020? My guest Josh Connolly, is certain that it definitely involves showing a range of emotions. Josh is a mental health advocate breaking down the barriers to men discussing their emotions. We explore being a sensitive man, the impact of alcohol and staying present.  School for Mothers Website ●  School For Mothers Private Facebook Group ● School for Mothers Instagram

Deciding not to WASTE anymore life on booze, Dave Wilson, gave up drinking in January 2019. As Sober Dave, he swapped his boozy drinking buddies for the sober community.  Dave joins me to share the highs and lows of his road to sobriety. We talk about everything from the impact of young fatherhood, coping strategies and some of Dave's worst drinking memories.  @SoberDave is passionate about encouraging open, honest conversations about booze, especially involving other men. Dave runs his own carpet company and has appeared regularly on various TV makeover shows, including over 200 episodes of '60 Minute Makeover'. Dave is husband to Emma, father to George and step-father to triplets and a teenager.  @Soberdave on instagram Dave's Website Ep22: MIGHT - Emma Campbell (Dave's wife) Drinking: A Love Story - Caroline Knapp Ep38: PLONK - Clare Pooley - School for Mothers Website 

The REALities of adoption and fatherhood aren't often spoken about. My guest, Jamie Beaglehole is a father of two sibling boys, fiance to Tom (his partner of 18 years) and blogger on his blog, Daddy & Dad. Jamie candidly shares the realities of adopting siblings, the adoption journey and why “gay” dads need no introduction.  Read the full show notes over on our website >> https://schoolforfathers.com/

What does it mean to be a "good guy" in a post-Me-Too era? I explore the ins-and-outs of what it means to be a man with Cleo Stiller, author of Modern Manhood. We delve into the role of men as "the pursuer", how to date beyond Me Too and male archetypes. Plus we get into how to raise emotionally literate (and happy!) sons.   About my guest, Cleo Stiller:  Cleo Stiller is an award-winning journalist, speaker, and television host — and most recently, the author of the #1 Amazon New Release, Modern Manhood. Stiller received a prestigious Peabody Award nomination for public service journalism in 2018 and an Emmy Award nomination in 2015. She speaks regularly around the country about her work and social impact. Stiller's work receives frequent press coverage, including The New York Times, Fortune Magazine, Rolling Stone, Mother Jones, PBS, ABC News, The Independent, Variety and many more. Explore more of our episodes over on schoolforfathers.com

What's got you back from the BRINK? For my guest this week, it's talking. I'm welcoming Chris Baréz-Brown onto the show for a conversation about the powering of talking it out, how the pandemic has changed work + life forever and his new startup Talk It Out. We question what spaces there are to *really* talk and how Chris is tackling this.  About my guest, Chris Baréz-Brown: Chris is an Author, Speaker and Founder. Chris is the founder of renowned worldwide consultancy Upping Your Elvis, regularly working with global brands including Nike, Coca-Cola, Diageo and Unilever. He's also the founder of tech start-up Talk It Out, a business designed to put a dent into global suffering by helping people develop positive mental and emotional wellbeing, for free. Explore more of our episodes over on schoolforfathers.com

How is fatherhood framed by society? My guest is Julien James, a photographer & creative entrepreneur, and we're talking all things FRAME. We explore how it takes a village to parent, tired stereotypes, the multiverse of black fatherhood, and what modern fatherhood looks like today.   About my guest, Julien James: Julien James is a photographer, art director, and creative entrepreneur based in South Florida & Washington, D.C., whose work is anchored in exploring culture and Blackness through portraits, places, and things. Explore more of our episodes at schoolforfathers.com

Cut the stress & pressure out of mealtimes with fussy eaters. My guest for this special episode is Ciara Attwell; Author of My Fussy Eaters, Autism Advocate and Founder of Pick Plates. Ciara shares her no-nonsense and totally down to earth advice on how to get fussy eaters eating (!) and exploring new foods. About Ciara Attwell: Ciara is founder of My Fussy Eater and mum to Aoife (aged 8) and Finn (aged 5). She started her blog in 2014 in an attempt to get her very fussy eating daughter, then aged 3, to eat a better and more varied diet and to put some fun back into mealtimes. Since then she's shared over 500 recipes on her site and My Fussy Eater has fast become one of the leading family food blogs in the UK and Ireland. Her aim is to help frustrated parents, grandparents and carers introduce their reluctant eaters to mealtimes that are not only healthy but also fun. In 2020 she launched Pick Plates. 

The road from BOY to man isn't always smooth. In the re-release of this ep, I'm joined by Tim Hillegonds, author of The Distance Between, his recently released memoir. Tim and I delve into “emotional golddiggers”, recovery of self and the impact of race in a world dominated by toxic masculinity. We also explore the cultural norms that are installed in men from an early age and the chilling consequences. Tim's work has appeared in Salon.com, The Los Angeles Review of Books, The Rumpus, and elsewhere on the web and in print.  In 2019, Tim was recognized as one of 30 Writers to Watch by the Guild Literary Complex. He is currently working on a collection of essays called "Recoveries." www.timhillegonds.com  Twitter @Timhillegonds Instagram @tim_hillegonds The Mask You Live In - Documentary Tim's Salon.com article School for Mothers Website

Emma Campbell and Dave Wilson join me for an episode full of radical honesty. We explore how they met, the impact of cancer and alcoholism on their relationship, and a whole load of revelations too. Emma, @limitless_em,  is a writer and the author of All That Followed - A Story of Cancer, Kids and the Fear of Leaving too Soon. Dave, @soberdave, is a speaker and sober coach.   

Bringing up race with our kids. Blogger, screenwriter and creative consultant Uju Asika joins me to share exactly how we can raise kinder kids. We explore how Gen Z have the opportunity to change the world and our role as parents in this. As Uju says, we have to be “actively inclusive”.  About my guest, Uju Asika:  Uju Asika is a multiple award-nominated blogger (babesabouttown.com), digital consultant (mothersandshakers.net) and author of the book Bringing Up Race: How to Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World, published in September 2020 by Yellow Kite (Hachette UK). Uju lives in Islington, north London with her husband and two football-mad boys. Follow Uju @babesabouttown on Twitter/Instagram/Facebook Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

Coxless Four Gold Medal winner at Sydney 2000 Olympics, Tim Foster joins me to talk all things ROW. From how his team rowed to victory and why getting everything all “lined up” in a row is critical to elite sport. We also explore how Tim manages fatherhood, the role he plays and whether being in a sporty house (or not) impacts the future path of children.   About my guest, Tim Foster: During his rowing career, Tim Foster won a total of 9 World Championship and 2 Olympic medals – only twice in 13 years failing to medal. Tim was renowned for his technical skill, ability to adapt to a team, and to produce peak performance under pressure. After achieving his goal of winning an Olympic gold medal as part of the Coxless Four at Sydney 2000, Tim retired from international rowing, transferring straight into coaching with the GB Team, and winning the World Championships in his first year. In January 2007, he became the Head Coach of the Swiss National Rowing Team, where he coached World and Olympic Champions across 2 Olympiads. Tim is now a mentor to entrepreneurs and a number of start-up businesses, as well as working in football for the League Managers Association as their Head of Performance. Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

You've got to get comfortable with being uncomfortable”. Elite sportsman and Coach Matthew Robinson joins me to talk all things CATCH - whether that’s going after and catching opportunities, helping young people to catch new habits or catching on to what works for us. We explore how Matthew’s faith has been a source of strength, the importance of role models (including his 70yo father), knowing when to rest, and more.   About my guest, Matthew Robinson: Matthew has been a Professional Cricketer, a Welsh International rugby player, Nationally renowned strength & conditioning coach and is now a Senior Leader and Head of Boarding at a top independent school. Alongside this work Matthew is an occasional Tutor for the Boarding Schools Association and is a Doctoral student in Education at the University of Buckingham. His wife is Olympian, Michelle Griffith-Robinson. Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

What’s does “hands on” fatherhood mean to you? My guest today is TV Presenter and Founder of Dadvengers, Nigel Clarke. We explore superheroes (yes, really), the success of The Baby Club, part-time work for fathers and how the conversation about parenthood needs to move forward.   About my guest, Nigel Clarke: Nigel was born and raised in London to Caribbean Parents. Since January 2019, he has been at the helm of the hugely successful programme “The Baby Club” on CBeebies, which was described by The Guardian, as ‘a TV godsend for frazzled new parents’. Alongside Giovanna Fletcher, he leads babies and their parents in charming songs, games and calming storytime. Following on from the success of The Baby Club, Nigel discovered the lack of information and support for dads and started Dadvengers. Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

Does the way we TEACH need a shake up? Whether you loved or loathed homeschooling, we've never been so aware of what our kids are learning (or not) at school. The hugely popular Lee Parkinson, aka Mr P, joins me to talk fatherhood, education, and what life as a teacher during a pandemic is really like. We explore: Innovation in education, and what that means for us all Lee’s passion for empowering teachers to use technology in the classroom Why great teachers burn-out and leave Higher order multiples as Lee and I are both parents to triplets!   About my guest, Lee Parkinson: Lee is a Primary School Teacher who works part time in class and provides CPD and training to teachers all over the UK and beyond focusing on creative use of technology. Lee’s worked in primary school’s for the past 13 years. About 5/6 years ago he went part time to start his own business where he provides training for schools and teachers looking at enhancing the curriculum through technology. Lee is host of “Two Mr Ps in a Podcast” with his fellow primary school teacher brother, Adam. Their podcast takes a light-hearted look at life in the classroom. Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

We’re talking SHARE with journalist and writer Matt Blake. Whether that’s co-parenting, sharing a narrative, sharing memories with family or tough experiences - like a pandemic. Matt regularly writes for The Guardian, Vice, Telegraph and Shortlist - amongst others. Join us as we explore the realities of co-parenting and more. About my guest, Matt Blake: Matt has been a newspaper and magazine journalist for over 15 years, having covered war, politics, crime and culture for most of Britain's national newspapers and magazines. He is also a divorced single dad to a three-year-old girl, whose care he shares equally with her mother. Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

The importance of mental wellbeing. My guest this week is Charlie Hoare, author of Man Down. Charlie and I explore all things MASK - whether that’s putting on a brave face or masking emotions to cope. We explore normalising the experience of mental health and how we can all work to create a society and culture that doesn't condition young boys (and men) into binary stereotypes. Charlie shares his own journey with mental health and what’s in his mental health toolkit. About my guest, Charlie Hoare: Charlie Hoare is a life coach & culture consultant with an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology. Personal experience of depression and anxiety led him to write ‘MAN DOWN: A Man’s Guide to Mental Health’, endorsed by Russell Brand. He co-founded TÅPPED birch water having worked for Innocent Drinks, Air Asia, and start-ups in London, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, from where he cycled the 10,000 miles home (perhaps ironically for mental health charity SANE!). Explore more episodes on our website: https://schoolforfathers.com/

SPEAKing up for what's right. My guest today is motivational Speaker and Author, Rt Hon Stuart Lawrence, he is also the younger brother of Stephen Lawrence. Stuart joined me to explore how the events of his life have meant he's had to step up and speak out - and how he's taking this work forward.  About my guest, Stuart Lawrence:  Stuart is a Motivational and Public Speaker; he's also been a teacher and graphic designer. In his book, Silence Is Not An Option, he talks about what he has learned from life – the tools that have helped him live positively and kept him moving forwards when times have been tough. Through knowledge, self-worth, determination, and unity Stuart believes our young people of today have the power to push for change within our society and make change. Stuart has now embarked on a broader mission speaking to local councils, establishments and companies, discussing privilege, conscious bias, racial inequalities and much more.

PUSHing forward - for ourselves and our families. Entrepreneur and Author Ying Tan joins me to explore what's pushed him forward. From the incredible journey made by his parents to the UK, to his first job pushing trolleys and more.  About my guest, Ying Tan: Ying is a qualified accountant with a background in investment banking having worked for UBS, Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs. A successful entrepreneur, he is the founder and chief executive of Dynamo – one of the country's leading mortgage brokerages, providing expert knowledge and unbeatable service to numerous homeowners and property investors throughout the UK. Ying is dedicated to combining unusually high levels of customer service and understanding with building satisfying and rewarding careers for the people he works with. He is a regular commentator in a range of industry publications.

A SNAPshot into fatherhood with Jeremy Schneider. Jeremy and I talk raising multiples and transitioning into new phases of parenting as Jeremy's twins prepare to go to college. We also explore the double-edged joy/pain of commuting (really!) and the impact this had on Jeremy's ability to write his book.  About my guest, Jeremy Schneider:  Jeremy has a Masters in Marriage and Family whose career spans almost 20 years of working with individuals and families focusing on parenting, relationships, and mental health. He is a relationship and parenting coach and author of Fatherhood in 40-Minute Snapshots. He has been featured by the New York Times, The Today Show, CNN and more than twenty parenting podcasts and publications. Jeremy has been a speaker on panels in New York, Philadelphia, Dallas, and Liverpool. He lives and works in New York with his wife, son and daughter.

Can you hack LUCK? I’ll be exploring all things LUCK with entrepreneur + angel investor Simon Squibb. Do you think LUCK is something that can be hacked and grown? We’ll be unpicking what LUCK means for Simon and how others may experience luck or not... About my guest, Simon Squibb:  Simon is an entrepreneur, angel investor, mentor, podcast host, founder and Chief Purpose Officer at The Purposeful Project. He left school at 15 years old and has since started 18 companies, invested in over 60+ startups and has mentored hundreds of founders. Having sold his award-winning branding and digital agency, Fluid, to PwC in 201, Simon now focuses on inspiring, motivating and guiding both budding and experienced entrepreneurs by sharing his personal experiences, insights, ideas and tips. His mission is to help 1,000,000 people start and grow a business of their own. Connect with Simon on his: Instagram — Twitter — Clubhouse

Learning let our QUIRKiness shine through. In today's episode, I'm joined by Patrick Olszowski for a beautifully candid episode exploring self-acceptance, healing past trauma, and fatherhood.  About my guest, Patrick Olszowski: Patrick is an activist researcher and the CEO of Outrageous Impact. His company powers organisations to rapidly grow profits & tackle injustice through tech-powered research. Their work has raised millions of pounds and changed laws. They’re often involved with big issues like Grenfell Tower, the climate emergency, and the migrant crisis. In response to the pandemic, Patrick founded Crisis Connections which connects nearly 100 experienced professionals with charities around the world for free one hr advice sessions. Patrick’s also a father of two. Danusia on The Outrageous Impact Show