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The Body Heals Itself | Fatherhood, Strength & Natural Healing w/ Ben Page
March 6, 2026

The Body Heals Itself | Fatherhood, Strength & Natural Healing w/ Ben…

This episode starts where it should — not with credentials, but with character. Rod sits down with Dr. Ben Page to talk about who he is as a man and father before ever touching chiropractic, books, or business. Ben shares wha...

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The White Noise Season of Parenting (And Why It Still Counts)
Feb. 20, 2026

The White Noise Season of Parenting (And Why It Still Counts)

Fatherhood lessons from a real conversation with James Fouché . We talk about defining a “good day,” fatherhood across countries, breaking cycles, infertility and marriage pressure, choosing presence, the “white noise” season...

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The Expecting Father Season: Systems, Security, and Legacy
Jan. 23, 2026

The Expecting Father Season: Systems, Security, and Legacy

In this 4 Fit Fatherhood episode, Rod and Mike Cooper talk about what it feels like to become a present provider before the baby even arrives. Mike returns to the show as an expecting dad and keeps it real about the excitemen...

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From Payments to Prosperity (For Real-Life Dads)
Jan. 3, 2026

From Payments to Prosperity (For Real-Life Dads)

Rod sits down with Tony Manganiello (Tony Mags), a dad of seven and finance educator, to talk about the pressure most fathers carry but rarely say out loud: money stress. Tony shares how growing up without his dad shaped his ...

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Hold the Heat: How Dads Stay Present Under Pressure w/ Morgan Rich
Dec. 19, 2025

Hold the Heat: How Dads Stay Present Under Pressure w/ Morgan Rich

Most men can push through intensity. A lot of dads still struggle to hold it. On this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits with Morgan Rich (author of The Invitation Beyond and creator of Threshold Coachi...

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Build A Body You’re Proud Of After 40 with Ben Brown of Body Systems
Nov. 21, 2025

Build A Body You’re Proud Of After 40 with Ben Brown of Body Systems

Episode overview Most men over 40 think their best days are behind them. Ben Brown would disagree. In this conversation, Rod and Ben talk about what it takes for high-performing fathers to build a body they are proud of, with...

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Healing the Modern Man: Redefining Strength with Dr. Michael Brasher
Nov. 15, 2025

Healing the Modern Man: Redefining Strength with Dr. Michael Brasher

Healing the Modern Man with Dr. Michael Brasher In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Brasher for a real conversation about fatherhood, masculinity, and emotional leadership. Michael breaks down why so many men carry ...

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How to Pay for College Without Going Broke: Financial Planning for Dads
Oct. 24, 2025

How to Pay for College Without Going Broke: Financial Planning for Da…

🎓 College planning without breaking the bank? In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Paul Compeau, Certified Financial Planner and founder of BridgeWise College Planning. Paul breaks down how to h...

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What the Banks Don’t Want Fathers to Know — with Coach Doug Peacock
Oct. 17, 2025

What the Banks Don’t Want Fathers to Know — with Coach Doug Peacock

The banks don’t buy what they sell us. They buy cash value policies and use them like a vault. Today, Coach Doug Peacock shows dads how to run that same play at home. After 40 years on the football field building young men, C...

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Ambitious Dads: Redefining “Provider” and Presence w/ Jeff Hittner
Sept. 12, 2025

Ambitious Dads: Redefining “Provider” and Presence w/ Jeff Hittner

Executive coach Jeff Hittner, founder of Ambitious Dads, joins Rod to unpack why so many high-performing men feel confident at work yet uncertain at home. Jeff shares his personal journey into intentional fatherhood, the six big gaps he sees in modern dads (balance, confidence, emotional regulation…

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Breaking Generational Chains with Matt Morizio
Aug. 30, 2025

Breaking Generational Chains with Matt Morizio

In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast , Rod sits down with Matt Morizio — husband, father of seven, former pro baseball player, and wealth advisor — to talk about faith, family, fitness, and finance. Matt shares his...

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The 3 C’s of Fatherhood with Myer Krah
Aug. 2, 2025

The 3 C’s of Fatherhood with Myer Krah

📝 Episode Summary On this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Myer Krah , Navy veteran, father of five, and the voice behind the Here 4 The Dads movement. This is more than just a conversation—it’s a p...

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Legacy Leadership & Financial Freedom: Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Cedric B. Howard
July 25, 2025

Legacy Leadership & Financial Freedom: Raising Resilient Kids with Dr…

In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast , Rod Richard sits down with Dr. Cedric B. Howard—author, speaker, and higher education leader with over 30 years of experience—to explore what it means to be a father,...

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How Fathers Can Raise Extraordinary Kids with Barry Garapedian
July 21, 2025

How Fathers Can Raise Extraordinary Kids with Barry Garapedian

🔑 Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast , Rod sits down with Barry Garapedian—former Wall Street executive turned youth mentor, speaker, and author of Winning the Game of Life: The 7 Lessons...

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Fatherhood, Faith & Fitness: Building Legacy with Jeremy B. Hill
June 28, 2025

Fatherhood, Faith & Fitness: Building Legacy with Jeremy B. Hill

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt and powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Jeremy B. Hill—entrepreneur, husband of 29 years, father of three, and founder of JB Capital—for a raw and insightful...

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Faith, Fatherhood & the Long Game with Pastor Aaron Levy
June 20, 2025

Faith, Fatherhood & the Long Game with Pastor Aaron Levy

On this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood , Rod sits down with Pastor Aaron Levy – a father of three girls, longtime pastor, and founder of Daily Drip Faith. You’ve heard his voice in our weekly segments, but today we take the time...

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Fast Lane Fatherhood: Building Legacy, Faith, and Presence with David Maus Jr.
June 14, 2025

Fast Lane Fatherhood: Building Legacy, Faith, and Presence with David…

In this week’s episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood , Rod sits down with David Maus Jr. , a former auto executive turned wellness advocate and content creator who’s passionate about legacy, intentional living, and being fully present ...

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Celebrate the Simple: Fatherhood, Reflection & Real Talk – with D'Anthony Ward
June 6, 2025

Celebrate the Simple: Fatherhood, Reflection & Real Talk – with D'Ant…

Episode Summary: In this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood , Rod sits down with D'Anthony Ward , creator of Dad Vlog , for a conversation full of honesty, humor, and depth. D'Anthony shares how he’s built a parenting philosophy cen...

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Resilience Over Overwhelm: How Fathers Can Lead with Strength, Purpose, and Clarity – with Russell Harvey
May 30, 2025

Resilience Over Overwhelm: How Fathers Can Lead with Strength, Purpos…

Welcome back to the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast — where we explore faith, family, finance, and fitness to help fathers become the leaders they’re meant to be. This week, I’m joined by Russell Harvey , known around the world as T...

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"Dear Son... pt. 2" w/ Derek Johns
May 16, 2025

"Dear Son... pt. 2" w/ Derek Johns

Summary In this conversation, D. Johns and Rod Richard explore the multifaceted journey of fatherhood, discussing the importance of communication, the dynamics of parenting, and the impact of personal growth on relationships....

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The Journey of Fatherhood and Fitness w/ Matt Fleekop
May 2, 2025

The Journey of Fatherhood and Fitness w/ Matt Fleekop

Summary In this conversation, Rod Richard and Matt Fleekop explore the multifaceted roles of fatherhood and coaching, emphasizing the importance of community, communication, and consistency in both fitness and parenting. They...

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The Power of Compassionate Leadership w/ Chad Brignac
April 18, 2025

The Power of Compassionate Leadership w/ Chad Brignac

Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard interviews Chad Brignac, a consultant, author, and speaker, who shares his insights on fatherhood, leadership, and personal growth. The conversation delves ...

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How can I share everything I've learned? w/ Danny Feltsman
Feb. 22, 2025

How can I share everything I've learned? w/ Danny Feltsman

Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, host Rod Richard speaks with Danny Feltsman about the complexities of fatherhood, including their personal experiences, the impact of cultural shifts on parenting, and ...

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Empowering Daughters: The Role of Fathers
Feb. 11, 2025

Empowering Daughters: The Role of Fathers

Summary In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood podcast, Rod Richard discusses the essential roles fathers play in the lives of their daughters. He emphasizes the importance of building self-worth, being a positive role model...

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