Welcome back to The Maverick River Podcast: Conversations in the Wild — where we believe real conversations with men happen best shoulder-to-shoulder, not across a table.

In today’s episode, we dive into fatherhood, faith, and the power of being present as a dad. Justin sits down with Jeff Zaugg, founder of Dad Awesome, a ministry that helps fathers lead with intentionality, joy, and spiritual purpose. From hilarious would-you-rather sauce debates (spoiler: Chick-fil-A sauce wins) to deep reflections on faith, this episode is packed with both fun and wisdom.

Whether you’re a new dad, a seasoned one, or walking alongside men in your church, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to level up in fatherhood.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

Why most meaningful guy conversations happen “in the wild”

The origin story and heart behind the Dad Awesome movement

Jeff’s personal faith journey and how it shaped his mission

Encouragement for dads who want to lead with love and purpose

What makes a sauce truly “awesome” (and yes, we’re looking at you, Chick-fil-A)

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

DadAwesome.org – Get connected to Jeff’s podcast, resources, and fatherhood community

Follow Jeff on Instagram: @dadawesome