In this episode, I talk to Kendall Smith about raising kids (especially young men).  We discuss rites of passage, how dads are portrayed in the media and how to have difficult conversations with your kids at various points in their life.  

Kendall Smith lives in New Jersey, has been married for 17 years, and has an eight-year-old son named Connor. He works by day in the digital industry and in the mornings as an author. His literary work covers a range of subject matter, including the thriller, Vault 21-12 (Percussion Publishing / 2015) and he dabbles in political satire.

Rookie Father is dedicated to men experiencing fatherhood for the first time who may not have had fathers themselves growing up. It provides succinct advice that is actionable across a range of subjects that relate to being a great parent, husband and role model. The mission is to provide a stronger foundation for the next generation.

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In this episode, I talk to Kendall Smith about raising kids (especially young men).  We discuss rites of passage, how dads are portrayed in the media and how to have difficult conversations with your kids at various points in their life.  

Kendall Smith lives in New Jersey, has been married for 17 years, and has a son named Connor. He works by day in the digital industry and in the mornings as an author. His literary work covers a range of subject matter, including the thriller, Vault 21-12 (Percussion Publishing / 2015) and he dabbles in political satire.

We discuss the book - Rookie Father.  It is dedicated to men experiencing fatherhood for the first time who may not have had fathers themselves growing up. It provides succinct advice that is actionable across a range of subjects that relate to being a great parent, husband and role model. The mission is to provide a stronger foundation for the next generation.

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Adam Von Rothfelder is a husband and father, a creative consultant, athletic movement & fitness specialist, former professional fighter, model, actor and the CEO of the STRONG Coffee Company.

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Join Dennis and Anthony Morolda, the creators of the Building Men Podcast for this unique virtual event helping young men understand the Pillars of Masculinity. World renowned mentors offer insights and discuss important concepts such as: mindset, confidence, strength, accountability, integrity, communication, resiliency, relationships and purpose. This event, held on 12/28/2021 was one of a kind, free, engaging event for young men.  

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Cal Callahan, Chase Chewning, Austin Linney, Alex Bales, Craig Cooper, Angelo Sisco, Matthew Paetz, Dave Robinson, Mike Salemi, Ste Lane, Ryan Derstine, Mykee Fowlin, Josh Trent, Craig Daigle and AJ Donaldson.

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This was such a cool conversation with a great man.  Jason and I talk about the 100 flip trip, overcoming challenges as a parent of a teenager, how to manage time effectively, ultradium rhythms  and how one becomes a lama.  

Jason Henkel is a personal and organizational productivity expert known for his highly practical brain-based approach to multiplying meaningful output in the same number of hours worked both in work and in personal life.  When asked what he does, his default answer is: “I deliver calm, deliberate and authentic productivity”.   He has been called by US Navy SEAL Commander Mark McGinnis ‘The Productivity Whisperer’ and personally advises that he has the answer to finally ending the reign of the email monster and the burnout culture that has scorched the earth for long enough.  Having trained executive leadership teams and organizations around the world, he’s most interested in helping people thrive in their highest priorities while finding and permanently maintaining the feeling of balance and well-being throughout the journey.

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It was an honor to spend an hour with Ryan King, "the dad you never had".  We focus on parenting - specifically raising young men. Ryan does everything with intentionality as he leads his family.  Ryan is a husband, a father, and the CEO of Guardian Payments. He’s a thought leader with motivational, nuanced insights on wisdom, manhood, relationships, and leadership.

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I had an opportunity to connect with the man, the myth, the LEGEND...Dave Hurt.  This man has an unbelievable story and is an absolute savage human being.  

Dave Hurt is a scientist-turned-entrepreneur who sold his first company at the age of 30. He hosts Free Mind Podcast and is launching his latest project, Whole Man Initiative - an online community for men who want to be at the top of their game in all areas of life -  on 01.01.23. Dave is an outspoken advocate for the power of personal excellence and hard work as an antidote to societal collapse, especially for young men. 

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What an absolute blast talking with two of the most amazing human beings I have met during the Building Men Podcast Journey.  I talk with Akshay Nanavati and Kevin Demmons about intentional discomfort, fear, overcoming adversity, how the brain works...and shrikage.  

Akshay Nanavati (Building Men Podcast Episode 116) has overcome drug addiction, PTSD from fighting the war in Iraq with the Marines (where one of his jobs was to walk in front of vehicles to find bombs), depression and alcoholism that pushed him to the brink of suicide. Since then he has built a global business, run ultramarathons like a 24 hour run and a 50 miler around a cul-de-sac, become 1 of only 26 people to ski up the Axel Heiberg Glacier in Antarctica where he got frostbite on 3 fingers, conducted humanitarian work in post-conflict zones, spent 7 days in darkness, silence and isolation, and explored the most hostile environments on the planet, from mountains to caves to polar icecaps.

Combining his life experience with years of research in science and spirituality, he wrote the book “Fearvana: The Revolutionary Science of How to Turn Fear Into Health, Wealth and Happiness." About the book, the Dalai Lama said “Fearvana inspires us to look beyond our own agonizing experiences and find the positive side of our lives.” All the profits from the book are going toward charity.

The creator of the movement "Scarred and Unbeaten", Kevin Demmons (Building Men Podcast Episode 131) shares stories of his past, dealing with horrific abusive situations during his childhood, his experience in the military and how finding strength in his pain has transformed his life.  We start the process of creating an organization called: The Shrinkage Awareness Foundation.  Kevin started Scarred and Unbeaten because there is not enough discussion about post traumatic GROWTH!  According to Kevin, scars both physical and mental, are constant reminders of just how strong and resilient we truly are.   

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I laughed and learned a lot talking with meteorologist, television personality and podcast host, Ted Phaeton.  We talk about the science behind what he does, how he inspires "modern men" and throw in a few obligatory Ron Burgundy jokes along the way.   

Ted Phaeton is a husband, son, and dog dad. He’s the Morning Meteorologist at Queen City News in Charlotte, NC. (Meaning, he wakes up VERY early!) Ted is also a member of the National Weather Association and received his NWA Television/Radio Seal of Approval in December of 2016, making him a certified meteorologist with the national organization. As the founder of The Modern Man, a men's networking & empowerment group, Ted works to connect men in pursuit of their potential by helping them build meaningful relationships and solve male isolation. #Letsgrow

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It was an honor to have the opportunity to interview Garrain Jones.  The words that come to mind after having a conversation with this superhero are courage, integrity, authenticity and PERSEVERANCE.  Garrain's story is absolutely amazing and this conversation will have you on the edge of your seat.  

Garrain Jones is an author, speaker and facilitator who is dedicated to helping you awaken your inner artist and tap into the abundance frequency. His bestselling book, Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life, teaches how to lead an extraordinary life without regret.

Garrain's powerful personal journey spans from a near death experience at four years old, juvenile detention in his teens, a prison sentence, a music career in Los Angeles that included a record deal with Ludacris and Def Jam, homelessness and then becoming one of the most sought after personal transformation speakers.

He has been featured in media worldwide including Forbes and Impact Theory. His story was told in a National Geographic documentary, Locked Up Abroad, which shared the journey of his prison sentence in France.

Garrain's Awaken The Artist Within Retreat is attended by billionaires, CEOs and industry leaders.

Learn more about him at: https://garrainjones.com/

Instagram Handle:: garrain.jones

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Wow.

The conversation that Anthony and I have with Gavin Meenan was absolutely mind blowing.  We loved how authentic and transparent this man was.  

Gavin Meenan is a leading voice in the Irish men's coaching community.

A former European Powerlifting Champion, he has personally helped hundreds of men achieve life changing results. Gavin resides in the town of Sligo in Ireland, where he has built his business from being a personal trainer in the local community, to helping people from all around the world via his exclusive online coaching and mentoring platform. His goal is to help men everywhere build stronger minds, bodies and lives. This has been his main inspiration for writing and publishing two of his best selling books.

"Stronger Mind Stronger Body Stronger Life"
"The Art of Self Acceptance"

He is currently writing his third book and it's due to be released in early 2023.

He is also the host of "The Modern Warrior Podcast"In his personal life, Gavin has overcome struggles such as childhood bullying, trauma, convictions, addictions and redundancy. He's now on a mission to help all men out there overcome their challenges and move forward towards a life of fulfillment and success.

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