Podcasts about Bobby Lewis

As kids, we all loved Batman, Superman, and Spiderman. Seeing heroes don their cape and stop the bad guys was fun and exciting. Now, we're all grown up and we've become the heroes we adored. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about what it means to protect our families. Don't worry about the cape thing. You don't need it to guard your family. It's more than just preventing physical harm. Being a protector is multi-layered, and dads everywhere must embrace that role.Why This MattersYour kids can't protect themselves yet. You get to be their hero when you embrace the role of protector.Ways Fathers Must Protect Their FamiliesPhysicallyEmotionallyMentallyEmotionallySpirituallyImportant Episode Timestamps00:00 – 00:55 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:55 – 03:21 | A Father's Presence: From Wildfires to the Backyard03:21 – 05:13 | Physical Protection Starts with Just Being There05:13 – 07:07 | Emotional Protection: Letting Kids Feel, Not Fixing Too Fast07:07 – 09:10 | Stay Calm, Stay Present: The Cost of Disengagement09:10 – 12:09 | Mental Protection: Guiding Kids Through Life's Challenges12:09 – 14:22 | Social Protection: Standing Up & Speaking Up14:22 – 17:02 | Preparing Kids for the Real World17:02 – 18:33 | Spiritual Protection: Praying with Purpose18:33 – 20:21 | Pro Move of the WeekAPD Pro Move:Being a protector is less about being a superhero and more about being a stable, loving, and supportive presence in your children's lives.Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.All Pro Dad Resources:All Pro Dad Child Safety Series Boundaries With Kids Help Protect Kids From Porn Listen again: Episode 61 – What Problems Do KWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

Dads provide a home, food, and clothing for their kids, but that's just the start. Dads also offer guidance, love, support, and leadership in their homes, and that's a very big deal. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the underrated things dads do. This list could go on and on forever, but we narrowed it down to a few key things. You kids may never notice you doing them. You may never get a pat on the back. But the underrated things dads do matter. Why This MattersThe underrated things dads do are not always seen but are always felt. Underrated Things Dads DoHelping kids feel securePlaying with your kidsMaking your kids laughSetting an example in your homeEncouraging Independence Episode Timestamps00:55 – 02:18 | Why the Little Things Aren't So Little02:18 – 04:10 | The Big Question: What Are Dads Doing That's Underrated?04:10 – 07:11 | Being Present: The Power of Simply Showing Up07:11 – 08:57 | Providing for the Family: Financial Support as Love in Action08:57 – 12:13 | Play, Humor, & the Power of Connection12:13 – 15:31 | Turning Tough Moments into Bonding Opportunities15:31 – 17:22 | Modeling: Your Kids Are Always Watching17:22 – 22:00 | Encouraging Independence: Risk, Skills, and Real Life22:00 – 23:15 | Pro Move of the WeekThe “little things” dads do for their kids add up and have a significant impact on their lives. So do something little today… because it matters.Listen AgainEpisode 69 – Why Are Dad Jokes Good For Your Kids?All Pro Dad Resources5 Underrated Things Fathers Do That Mean A Lot7 Things Dads Do That No One NoticesFamily activity ideas 5 Benefits in Setting a Good Example for Your ChildWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

“That transformation was key to my next step as an artist, to knowing that's what acting is. It isn't just posing; it isn't just being a version of yourself in a way that was free. Performing wasn't just performing; it was transforming. I think that artists find that in many different ways, and as actors, there are many ways into that.I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

Diapers are hard. Terrible twos are no picnic. Middle and high school? Prepare for battle, Dad. It seems like every phase of parenting presents its own unique challenges. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the hardest age to parent. If your kids are little, you may be wondering if parenting ever gets easier. It depends on the kids and depends on their age. The truth is, no matter how tough today feels, your role as a dad is important during every age and stage of your child's life. So, show up and give it your all, even on the hardest days.  Why This MattersEvery season is hard. Embrace today's challenges because your children need you. Key TakeawaysIt All Goes FastStages Don't Last ForeverFind People To Help YouRemember the 3 Ls: Kids are Limited, then Learning, then LeavingImportant Episode Timestamps 00:00 – 00:55 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:55 – 03:16 | The Hardest Phase? The One You're In03:16 – 05:11 | The "Dark Ages" of 0–405:11 – 07:12 | The Teen Years: Logic, Emotions & Everything In Between07:12 – 09:02 | Finding Joy in the Middle of the Hard09:02 – 12:00 | Letter to the Dad Who's Struggling12:00 – 14:11 | The 3 L's of Childhood: Limited, Learning, Leaving14:11 – 16:53 | Don't Do It Alone: Finding Support in Tough Seasons16:53 – 20:26 | Survival Tips: Self-Care, Small Wins & Staying PresentAPD Pro Move:Remember that you're doing better than you think. All Pro Dad Resources:8 Tips For Traveling With Toddlers and Preschoolers5 Lies We Believe About Our Teens3 Ways to Raise Adults In TrainingListen Again:Episode 65: Are Your Expectations Crushing Your Teens?Episode 55: Problems Middle Schoolers Run IntoWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Is your kid a chatterbox or tight-lipped like a vice? No matter how often your son or daughter opens up, one thing is true—they really want you to listen. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to break down why parents should listen to their child.Why This MattersListening well is the key to effective communication between kids and dads.What Happens When We Listen?1. You show them their words have value2. You encourage emotional expression3. You promote confidence and self-worth4. You get to hear their needs or concerns5. It improves their problem solving skills6. it strengthens their emotional regulation7. It fosters respect and empathy8. It prevents miscommunication… sometimes. Important Episode Timestamps00:00 – 00:55 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:55 – 02:23 | Who Listens to You? The Power of Feeling Heard02:23 – 04:00 | Why Dads Struggle to Listen04:00 – 06:05 | Listening Builds Trust, Connection & Emotional Safety06:05 – 08:12 | Listening Boosts Confidence & Self-Worth08:12 – 10:24 | What Active Listening Looks Like10:24 – 12:17 | Helping Kids Process Emotions Through Listening12:17 – 14:16 | Teaching Respect, Preventing Miscommunication14:16 – 15:53 | Playbook Time: 5 Easy Questions to Spark ConversationAPD Pro Move:Ask your kid some questions this week—fun, serious, curious—and listen intently. Leave us a comment on this episode and share how it went!Listen Again:Episode 37 – Have I Taken the Time to Get to Know My Children For Who They Are?All Pro Dad Resources:10 Ways to Know You're Really Listening to Your KidsWhy Becoming a Good Listener Will Make You a Better DadBest Conversation Starters For TeenagersiMOM: Are You Listening to UndersWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Bobby Lewis, CS, from Buena Vista, Colorado, USAHear more from Bobby on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.

“Parenting is the hardest job you'll ever love” is a widely known statement. But does it have to be a struggle? Bobby Lewis shares what he's learned from the very best manuals about parenting.

Getting straight As. Winning an award. Making the team. We all want our kids to accomplish great things. But what they do is not as important as who they are. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about seeing the best in our kids. Why This MattersKids are sponges. They soak up our compliments. When you see the best in them and verbalize it, they gain confidence and feel safe with you.Practical Tools for Dads1. Eye Contact. Research shows this creates empathy in your brain for the person you're looking at. 2. Laugh at their humor. It's a big for connection, so laugh with your kids. 3. Ask them questions. Not just any questions, but open-ended questions peel the layers back on your kids and set the stage for connection. 4. Point out their strengths and praise their character.5. Remember your own journey.Important Episode Timestamps00:00 - 00:44 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:44 - 03:03 | Who Saw the Best in You Growing Up?03:03 - 04:43 | Why Kids Gravitate Toward Encouraging Adults04:43 - 07:09 | Step One: Look Your Kid in the Face07:09 - 08:52 | Step Two: Laugh at Their Humor08:52 - 13:19 | Step Three: Ask Open-Ended Questions13:19 - 15:16 | Start Young, Save the Memories15:16 - 20:08 | Step Four: Point Out Their Character Strengths20:08 - 22:53 | Step Five: Remember Your Own Journey22:53 - 24:48 | Pro Move of the WeekAPD Pro Move:Focus on just one of these 5 things this week and put it into practice with your kids. Show them you believe in who they are and who they're becoming.Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.All Pro Dad Resources:3 Character Traits to Affirm in Your Kids12 Honest Questions to Ask Your Kids Every YearListen Again:We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Teaching kids how to fish. Throwing the baseball in the yard. Helping with homework. Dads do a lot, but there's more to being a good dad than just offering life lessons and perfectly grilled hot dogs. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis to talk about what makes a good dad.If you're struggling with finding the right combination of discipline and encouragement, you're not alone. Dads must wear many hats while raising kids. How do we know if we're doing it well? Check in with trusted people who will tell you the trust. Who are they? Ted and Bobby discuss. Why This MattersThe importance of a dad's role in the life of his kids can't be overemphasized. Dad impact every area of their kids' lives, so being involved matters. If you want to know how you're doing with your kids…Check in with them. Check in with the people who know you best. Check in with yourself. Check in with coaches or teachers. Sometimes, check in with a pro. Important Episode Timestamps00:00 - 00:54 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week00:54 - 02:34 | A Snapshot of Fatherhood Today02:34 - 04:11 | Why Dad Involvement Matters—Big Time04:11 - 07:09 | The Check-In Hack: Asking Your Kids07:09 - 09:28 | Ask Your Spouse or Trusted Friend for Feedback09:28 - 11:05 | Self-Check: Journaling, Prayer & Pausing11:05 - 12:53 | Don't Just Assume You're Crushing It12:53 - 14:34 | Teachers & Coaches: Valuable Outside Perspective14:34 - 16:13 | Talk to a Pro: Counseling Is a Power MoveAPD Pro Move:Choose one of the 5 check-ins and get a gauge for where you are as a dad. Listen Again:Episode 24 – Who Do I Ask to Help Me Be a Great Dad?All Pro Dad Resources:What Are You Good at as a Dad?10 Ways to Know You're a Good FatherHow to Be a Good Dad When You Had a Bad DadWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Bobby Lewis, CS, from Buena Vista, Colorado, USAYou can read Bobby's article in The Christian Science Monitor.Listen to the Christian Science Monitor podcast, Why We Wrote This, as well as a wide range of other audio content, at christianscience.com/audio.

Moms tackle mountains of housework, cook great dinners, and organize the family calendar with the precision of a surgeon. They do so much for their families. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to acknowledge moms and discuss how we as dads can lighten their load. Mother's Day is coming. How can you involve your kids in the day and make sure it's a memorable one? Here's a helpful hint: Breakfast in bed is never a bad idea. Let's talk about some Mother's Day ideas for your wife, and how we can continue to serve her after the holiday ends. Why This MattersMoms are important, and not just on Mother's Day. Key TakeawaysUnequal distribution of the mental load in marriage leads to resentmentMoms carry an “invisible load”: Episode 47 of the iMOM Podcast breaks this down very well.Practical Tools for Dads1. Acknowledge the invisible load moms carry in the home. 2. Step up without being asked, to lighten the load on your wife. 3. Reframe household chores as teamwork. It's all about partnering with your wife. 4. Teach kids to contribute. 5. Make Mother's Day and every day meaningful. Important Episode Timestamps00:00 - 00:54 | Introduction & Big Question of the Day00:54 - 02:07 | The Invisible Load of Motherhood02:07 - 05:11 | Real-Life Examples of Mom's Hidden Work05:11 - 06:06 | Jimmy on Relationships Video Clip06:06 - 09:13 | It's Not About the Spa—It's About the Mental Load09:13 - 12:13 | Teaching Kids to Help Lighten the Load12:13 - 15:03 | Sharing Household Roles Without Being Asked15:03 - 18:00 | Stop Assuming—Start Participating18:00 - 22:00 | 5 Ways to Lighten the Load Year-RoundAPD Pro Move:Choose one task that can be taken off your wife's plate. Do it this week and stick with it. All Pro Dad Resources:9 Easy Ideas for a Mother's Day PlanWhat Moms Really Want for Mother's DayMother's Day anWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Timeout. Natural consequences. Tap in, tap out. There are a lot of ways to go about disciplining our kids. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about dads' role in it all. A child who is not disciplined is a child who grows up without a rudder. Discipline enables kids to thrive. It isn't exactly the most fun part of parenting, but it's necessary. Even good fathers can struggle to do it well. We give a few options that any dad can try in this episode.Why This MattersAll kids need to be disciplined, but if it's not done well, dads can create long-term problems. Key TakeawaysConsistency Matters: Discipline loses its effectiveness if it's not administered consistentlyStrive To Be United With Your Spouse: Differing messages confuse kidsStaying Calm is Always the Goal: Kids receive information better from a calm parentTimeout Loses Effectiveness the Longer it Lasts: Indiana University researchers say timeouts with young children should be limited to three minutes maximum.Important Episode Timestamps00:00 - 00:54 | Introduction & Meet the Hosts00:54 - 02:12 | Big Question: What Are Positive Discipline Techniques?02:12 - 06:45 | What Parents Get Wrong About Discipline06:45 - 10:32 | The Power of Connection Before Correction10:32 - 15:18 | The Role of Natural Consequences in Teaching Responsibility15:18 - 20:04 | Balancing Grace & Accountability in Parenting20:04 - 24:33 | Discipline Strategies That Actually Work24:33 - 29:27 | How to Handle Disrespect & Defiance Without Yelling29:27 - 32:48 | Teaching Kids Self-Discipline for Long-Term Success32:48 - 34:57 | Pro Move of the WeekAPD Pro Move:Talk with your wife about which discipline method would help you maintain connection with your kids. All Pro Dad ResourcesHow to Discipline Children Without Destroying Them22 Discipline Ideas for DadsHow to Discipline a Child5 Good Ways to Discipline Your KidsReferWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

We all have seen that couple that seems to be happy all the time. What is she thinking about? What goes on in his head? It can make us feel bad about our relationship if it isn't currently giving off the same vibes. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Jeremy Donovan and Bobby Lewis to talk about the mindsets of happily married couples. Happy couples usually think similarly, which contributes to a more positive perception of their spouse. Why This MattersWe all want to have happy marriages. Who better to learn from than couples who are enjoying a great relationship?Key TakeawaysIn marriage, our thoughts matter most. The good news is we can all be more intentional with our thinking. Important Episode Timestamps00:00 - 00:54 | Introduction & Meet the Hosts00:54 - 02:01 | What's Going on in the Heads of Happily Married Couples?02:01 - 06:10 | Marriage Moves That Totally Flopped06:10 - 10:57 | The Science of Happy Marriages10:57 - 16:33 | Positive Illusions: Seeing the Best in Your Spouse16:33 - 21:24 | The Power of Empathy in Marriage21:24 - 26:42 | Controlling Emotions for a Healthier Marriage26:42 - 30:57 | Practical Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage Mindset30:57 - 33:18 | Creating a Marriage Mission Statement33:18 - 34:57 | Pro Move of the Week: Apply One Key Marriage MindsetAPD Pro Move:Consider this week how you can implement positive illusions, empathy, or controlled emotions in your marriage. Listen Again:Episode 30 – What Small Moves Can Improve Your Marriage?All Pro Dad Resources:Us in Mind book, by Ted Lowe3 Things Going On In The Heads of Happily Married CouplesConflict in Marriage: 4 Things To Avoid12 Micro Moves For Your MarriageWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Almost everyone needs it, asks for it, gives it, but almost nobody takes it. What is it?Advice. Here's some great advice that's backed by research: Tell your kids some jokes. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about how dads who use humor in parenting have better relationships with their kids. Why This MattersA study conducted by Penn State University revealed that people whose parents used humor generally viewed their upbringing positively and tended to have a better relationship with their parents when they became adults. Key TakeawaysHumor Matters: A parent's use of humor directly impacts the quality of their relationship with their children.“Good” Parents Tell Jokes: 63% of individuals with good parent relationships reported their parents used humor. Researcher's Opinion: “My hope is that people can learn to use humor as an effective parenting tool, not only to diffuse tension but develop resilience and cognitive and emotional flexibility in themselves and model it for their children,” said Benjamin Levi, professor of pediatrics and humanities at Penn State College of Medicine.Important Episode Timestamps(00:00 - 00:54) Introduction & Meet the Hosts(00:54 - 02:08) Big Question: What's Your Best April Fools' Memory?(02:08 - 05:32) Family Pranks & Classic April Fools' Jokes(05:32 - 07:17) The History of April Fools' Day(07:17 - 09:06) Famous April Fools' Hoaxes(09:06 - 12:33) Why Humor is Essential in Parenting(12:33 - 14:44) How Laughter Builds Stronger Relationships(14:44 - 18:07) Funniest Family Traditions & Inside Jokes(18:07 - 24:25) Practical Ways to Add More Laughter to Parenting(24:25 - 26:42) Pro Move of the Week: Pull a Fun Prank on Your KidsAPD Pro Move:Try some humor this week. Learn a new dad joke or pull off a prank. Try to bring some joy to your home through humor and see what happens. Resources:All Pro Dad Jokes VaultKnock Knock Jokes20 Great Riddles For KidsWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Get your brackets ready! In honor of the wildly popular annual NCAA basketball tournament, this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast is all about having a little fun. Host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to discuss the top-performing All Pro Dad podcast episodes from 2024. It was surprising to learn which topics stuck out to dads. We fill out a bracket with what dads called the most impactful episodes from last year. You can follow along with your own bracket. You'll find a downloadable version here.Why This MattersThere's always room to have fun as a dad. The All Pro Dad podcast covers fun, yet serious topics every week. Sometimes, we are surprised by what topics resonate most with dads.  Key TakeawaysPodcast episode stats were pulled from many sources: We crunched the numbers from YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Dads listened to the more serious topics most frequently.2024 was the debut year of the All Pro Dad podcast.Important Episode Timestamps●     (00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast●     (00:30) Introducing the Topic: March Dadness 2025●     (03:45) Round of 32●     (17:55) Round of 16●     (25:50) Round of 8●     (30:50) Top Podcast Episode of 2024 RevealedAPD Pro Move:Make childhood fun. What's the best movie? Which candy is king? Build your own brackets with your kids and make memories with them this month. All Pro Dad Resources:5 Benefits of Doing a Family Bracket ChallengeThe Final Four Fundamentals Dads NeedMarch DADnessListen Again:Episode 04 – How Can I Avoid Parenting to Please Others? Episode 10 – What Are Some Good Habits Dads Need to Start?Episode 30 – What Small Moves Can Improve Your Marriage?Episode 44 – We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Our kids are facing battles in their minds. Everything from school pressures and expectations to personal identity and relationships are weighing on them. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the mental load kids are carrying and how dads can help them manage it well. **WARNING** We do mention and discuss suicide in this episode. If this topic is triggering for you, skip the portion from 29:33–31:20.Why This MattersKids who are burdened by too many negative thoughts begin to see a dip in confidence, self-esteem, and motivation. Key TakeawaysAll kids battle their thoughts: Children commonly struggle with intrusive thoughts like "No one likes me," "I'm stupid," and "I can't do it.”Intrusive thoughts have a source: Often intrusive thoughts result from developmental limitations, environmental influences, and past trauma or modeling. Parents can help kids combat dangerous thoughts: Help them practice open communication and positive thinking.Important Episode Timestamps●       (00:00 - 00:00:54) Introduction & Meet the Hosts ●       (00:54 - 01:14) Big Question: What Are Some Dangerous Thoughts That Kids Battle? ●       (01:14 - 03:32) Childhood Negative Thoughts●       (04:05 - 05:41) The Five Most Common Dangerous Thoughts in Kids●       (05:41 - 07:52) Social Media is Reinforcing Negative Thoughts ●       (07:52 - 10:17) Recognizing When Kids Are Struggling●       (11:14 - 12:59) The 'Fred in Your Head' Strategy●       (14:10 - 18:00) Dads Can Create a Safe Space for Kids to Share Their Feelings●       (19:34 - 25:50) Modeling Positive Thinking for Kids ●       (31:20 - 32:52) Pro Move of the Week: Ask This Question APD Pro Move:To help combat persistent or severe intrusive thoughts or behaviors in your children, consider seeking professional help from a therapist or mental health professional.  All Pro Dad Resources:Episode 62 – How to Raise Emotionally Strong Boys5 Thoughts That Are Dangerous For KidsWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by co-hosts Bobby Lewis and BJ Foster to tackle the growing issue of shrinking attention spans in children. The team explores the impact of social media, constant digital stimulation, and the challenges these pose to focus and engagement. Drawing from research, personal stories, and expert insights, the hosts highlight the risks of “TikTok brain” and offer practical strategies for fostering better attention in kids.They offer action steps to help parents guide their children toward improved focus, creativity, and deeper connections, like delaying smartphone use and creating screen-free zones. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of parents modeling good attention habits and creating a family environment that values meaningful engagement.Why Attention MattersThis episode explores the long-term consequences of shrinking attention spans and how addressing this issue can improve focus, creativity, and family relationships.Important Episode Timestamps:●      (00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast●      (00:35) Meet the Co-Hosts: Bobby Lewis and BJ Foster●      (02:12) Fun Facts and TikTok Brain●      (05:04) Poll Questions and Phone Habits●      (08:26) The Impact of Social Media on Attention Spans●      (10:05) Combating Shortening Attention Spans●      (10:50) The Importance of Modeling Attention●       (11:48) The Decline of Attention Spans●      (11:56) Research Insights on Attention Spans●      (14:27) Impact of Social Media on Kids●      (16:38) Strategies to Combat Short Attention Spans●      (18:18) Challenges of Taking Away Smartphones●      (19:58) The Value of Limiting Screen TimeAPD Pro Move:"Lead by example. Show your kids the value of focusing on the moment by setting boundaries for your own screen time."Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Resources Mentioned:The Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerConnect with Us:●      Connect with We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Expectations can lead to pressure, which grows into stress, anxiety, and a diminished sense of self-worth for kids. This is a problem dads can help with. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about how expectations are crushing our kids, especially our teens. They dive into the unique challenges kids are facing and how parents don't always make things easier. Key TakeawaysBrain Development: Teen brains are still developing, particularly the frontal lobe responsible for executive function. This can make it difficult for teens to plan, prioritize, and remember future tasks.Sleep Patterns: Teenagers naturally have different sleep-wake cycles than adults, often leading to difficulty falling asleep early and waking up for school.Creating a Safe Environment: Parents should strive to create a safe and supportive environment for their kids, focusing on guidance and encouragement rather than constant pressure to achieve.Practical Tools for DadsEngage in a meaningful conversation with your kids. Ask them to identify the biggest source of pressure they are currently experiencing, then follow these steps:1. Let your kids share their perspective.2. Verbalize your support.3. Offer guidance.Important Episode Timestamps·      (00:00 - 02:15) Introduction & Hosts' Backgrounds ·      (02:15 - 03:04) The Big Question: Are Parental Expectations Crushing Teens? ·      (03:04 - 04:46) Understanding Teen Brain Development ·       (04:46 - 06:36) Why Teens Argue & How It Benefits Them·      (06:36 - 10:36) The Pressure of Expectations vs. The Power of Guidance ·      (10:36 - 14:08) Boundaries vs. Expectations: What's the Difference? ·      (14:08 - 18:17) Curfews, Consequences & Real-World Lessons ·      (18:17 - 20:55) The Identity Crisis: How Teens Navigate Different Worlds ·      (20:55 - 23:22) How Dads Can Reduce Pressure & Create a Safe Space ·      (23:22 - 25:30) Pro Move of the WeekAPD Pro Move:Ask your child, “What is the biggest source of pressure you are currently experiencing?”Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. LeaWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis to continue the conversation on helping kids navigate their emotions. Ted reflects on his initial doubts about the importance of emotional intelligence and how his perspective changed. Together, Ted and Bobby discuss strategies to help children identify, express, and manage their emotions while balancing support and challenges.The episode covers generational perspectives, practical parenting tips, and the importance of fostering open emotional dialogue. Dads will learn how to create a safe environment where kids feel comfortable sharing their emotions and gain tools for encouraging emotional growth and resilience.Important Episode Timestamps:●      (00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast●      (00:32) Introducing the Topic: Helping Kids with Emotions●      (01:20) Personal Stories and Generational Perspectives●      (01:42) Balancing Support and Challenge●      (02:33) Childhood Emotional Experiences●      (05:32) Parenting Challenges and Strategies●      (07:52) The Importance of Emotional Intelligence●      (09:01) Practical Tips for Emotional Coaching●      (12:05) Communicating and Understanding Emotions●      (15:59) Understanding Emotional Identification●      (16:22) Gender Differences in Emotional Expression●      (16:53) Helping Kids Identify and Regulate Emotions●      (17:26) Effective Communication with Children●      (18:06) Creating a Safe Space for Emotional Expression●      (18:51) Addressing Mistakes and Emotional Responses●      (19:35) Encouraging Open Emotional Dialogue●      (24:47) The Importance of Asking Questions●      (29:25) Pro Move of the Week: Validating Emotions●      (30:08) Conclusion and ResourcesAPD Pro Move:"Validate your child's emotions by actively listening and letting them know it's okay to feel what they're feeling."Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Resources:Joshua Straub We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Today's speaker is Dr. Bobby Lewis, Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Lewis teaches that true, biblical love is sacrificial, sensitive, and secure; the ultimate picture of true love is Jesus Christ dying on the cross for us. Dr. Lewis' text is 1 John 3:16–23.

Today's speaker is Dr. Bobby Lewis, Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Lewis shares a message from Numbers 21:4–9, and teaches that man's way brings discouragement, dissension, depression, delusion, and death, while God's way brings deliverance.

In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis and Buck Buchanan to discuss how dads can help their children develop emotional intelligence. The conversation tackles societal stereotypes about emotions, the importance of fostering emotional expression in boys and girls, and practical ways to address anger and navigate feelings.Through personal stories and expert insights, the hosts provide actionable advice for creating an emotionally supportive home environment. This episode is a must-listen for dads looking to strengthen their connection with their children and equip them with lifelong emotional tools.Important Episode Timestamps:●      (00:00) Introduction to the All Pro Dad Podcast●      (00:27) Building Emotional Muscles in Sons●      (01:55) Personal Stories and Experiences●      (04:08) The Importance of Expressing Emotions●      (07:04) Messages to Avoid and Positive Reinforcement●      (10:54) Challenges and Real-Life Examples●      (12:33) Encouraging Emotional Expression in Children●      (27:43) Pro Move of the Week and ConclusionAPD Pro Move: “ Ask your child if you've ever said anything like what we talked about today that would keep him or her from wanting to express their emotions. If you ask them, it's like, have I ever said anything that made you uncomfortable to tell us how you really feel? (Ask them. They may surprise you with what they say).”Sponsor: The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Connect with Us:●      Connect with Ted Lowe●      Connect with Bobby Lewis●      Connect with Buck Buchanan●      Subscribe to the All Pro Dad Podcast on Apple PodcastsDon't forget to leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

Comedian Mike Lukas co-hosted, check mike out at https://funnymuscle.com/https://funnymuscle.com/   Get his newest book  Spin Kick - The hiss of death and all his books   https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Your-Funny-Muscle-Create-ebook/dp/B0C4Q1T5VT/Super Bowl Sunday.  Entertainment from 2024. 1st federal drug law, Volleyball invented, Electiona of 1825, fastest yodeler with a cigerette in his mouth. Todays birthdays - William Henry Harrison, Carmin Miranda, Ernest Tubb, Bobby Lewis, Carol King, Joe Pesci, Judith Light, Holly Johnson, Travis Tritt, Michael B. Jordan. Bill Haley died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard     http://defleppard.com/Are you ready for some football - Hank Williams jrLovin on me - Jack HarlowWorld on fire - Nate SmithBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent     http://50cent.com/Chicka Chicka Boom - Carmin MirandaWalking the floor over you - Ernest TubbTossin & Turnin - Bobby LewisIt's too late - Carol KingWho's the boss TV themeRelax - Frankie goes to HollywoodHere's a quarter - Travis TrittRock around the clock - Bill Haley & the CometsExit - Its not love - Dokken

Many problems kids deal with today didn't exist in their parent's generation. It can be scary for both, but we must navigate them together.In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host Bobby Lewis explore the modern challenges kids face that were less common in previous generations. They discuss cyberbullying, screen addiction, information overload, identity crises, and the impact of a stationary lifestyle.Important Episode Timestamps:●      (00:00) Introduction and Host Welcome●      (00:38) Meet Bobby Lewis●      (01:06) Question of the Week: Modern Challenges for Kids●      (02:20) The Online World and Cyberbullying●      (07:32) Screen Addiction: A Growing Concern●      (12:24) Information Overload: Too Much Data●      (15:10) Identity Crisis: Who Am I?●      (18:28) Lack of Exercise: The Stationary Lifestyle●      (21:16) Pro Move of the Week and ConclusionAPD Pro Move:“Resist the urge to compare your childhood to your kids. Both of us have unique challenges. Don't ignore theirs because it's not yours.”Sponsor: The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Related Episodes:Ep. 44 - How Is Your Phone Use Affecting Your Kid?Connect with Us:●      Connect with Ted Lowe●      Connect with Bobby Lewis●      Subscribe to the All Pro Dad Podcast on Apple Podcasts●      Watch the Full Episode on YouTubeDon't forget to leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host Bobby Lewis dive into the challenges of motivating kids. They explore why children sometimes seem unmotivated, the role of self-confidence and stress, and how ADHD impacts motivation. The conversation offers practical strategies, including the 'Three M's' approach: Mention, Motivate, and Model, to help dads inspire their kids effectively.Key topics include emphasizing effort over results, balancing rewards with expectations, and modeling the behaviors you want to see in your children. Packed with personal stories and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for dads looking to foster motivation and resilience in their kids.Important Episode Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction to the All Pro Dad Podcast(00:20) Meet the Co-Host: Bobby Lewis(00:47) Question of the Episode: Why Aren't Our Kids Motivated?(01:08) Understanding Kids' Motivation Issues(03:36) Exploring ADHD and Motivation(04:56) The Importance of Effort Over Results(06:05) Real-Life Examples and Strategies(14:35) The Three M's: Mention, Motivate, Model(16:16) Conclusion and Pro Move of the EpisodeAPD Pro Move:" Try the three Ms this week with your child. Mention, Motivate, and Model, and see how that changes their effort."Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Connect with Us:Connect with Ted LoweConnect with Bobby LewisEXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's show notes can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!Dale Alexander: How Do We Teach Our Kids About Money? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host Bobby Lewis are joined by financial expert Dale Alexander to discuss the critical topic of teaching kids about money. They explore actionable strategies, such as the 70/20/10 rule for financial success, teaching generosity, and combating consumerism, to help dads guide their children toward financial responsibility.Dale shares his expertise as a certified financial planner, providing parents with practical tips for instilling lifelong money management skills in their kids. Whether it's through modeling financial behavior, teaching budgeting, or encouraging giving, this episode equips dads with the tools to empower their children for a successful financial future.Important Episode Timestamps:(00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast(00:33) Meet the Hosts: Ted and Bobby(01:18) Special Guest Introduction: Dale Alexander(01:40) Skateboarding Stories and Financial Expertise(03:17) Teaching Kids About Money(11:38) The 70/20/10 Rule for Financial Success(16:14) The Phone's Deception(16:41) The Power of Giving(21:17) Teaching Kids About Money(23:26) Financial Advice for Young Adults(29:40) Modeling Financial Behavior(32:47) Conclusion and ResourcesAPD Pro Move: “Introduce the 70/20/10 rule to your kids: Spend 70%, save 20%, and give 10%. It's a simple framework for building financial discipline and generosity.”Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Connect with Us:Connect with Dale AlexanderConnect with Ted LoweConnect with Bobby LewisDon't forget to leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's show notes can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host Bobby Lewis are joined by Dale Alexander, a financial expert passionate about empowering dads to lead their families toward financial success. The conversation dives into financial mistakes, the joy of giving, and the power of compound interest.Key takeaways include understanding the difference between looking wealthy and being wealthy, the importance of teaching kids about money early, and actionable strategies for dads to avoid financial drift while building a secure financial future.Important Episode Timestamps:(00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast(00:36) Meet Bobby Lewis(01:00) Introducing Dale Alexander(02:01) Worst Purchases and Financial Regrets(03:10) Lessons from Our Fathers(04:31) The Importance of Teaching Kids About Money(05:40) Dale's Passion for Financial Education(07:21) The Reality of Financial Stress(10:50) The Illusion of Wealth(12:21) Financial Awareness and Drifting(14:15) Smart Money Management Tips(14:53) Understanding Stock Market Risks(16:13) Getting Started with Mutual Funds(19:38) The Power of Compound Interest(22:22) The Joy of Giving(26:15) Teaching Kids About Money(28:44) Final Thoughts and ResourcesAPD Pro Move:"Start modeling good financial behavior today by sitting down and setting a financial goal so you don't get set adrift."Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.Connect with Us:Connect with Dale AlexanderConnect with Ted LoweConnect with Bobby LewisDon't forget to leave us a review on your favorite podcast app!EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.This episode's show notes can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

12.17.24 |"The Mariner's Mistake" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

12.15.24 | "I Am A Move Of God" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

12.15.24 | "The Geographical Location Of Hell" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

11.10.24 | "There's Nobody Like Jesus" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

11.5.24 | "You Gotta Row Your Own Boat" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

11.3.24 | "Ordinary" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

11.3.24 | "It's Time To Lose Your Mind" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

10.29.24 | "Kings Don't Think Like Normal People" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

10.27.24 | "7,742" | Evangelist Bobby Lewis by The Rock Church of Fort Myers

Bobby Lewis, CS, from Buena Vista, Colorado, USAYou can read Bobby's article in The Christian Science Monitor.Listen to Seekers and Scholars, a monthly podcast series, as well as a wide range of other audio content, at christianscience.com/audio.