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🟫 Nurturing Creativity In Our Kids with Forrest Dickison and Bryan Ward

👉 Forrest Dickison lives and paints in Moscow, Idaho.

👉 His fine art is a curation of the rugged beauty and harmonic colors of the American West and was featured in Southwest Art Magazine’s article, "21 Under 31, Young Artists to Watch."

👉 Forrest seeks to capture the essence of the American spirit and instill deep gratitude for the land and culture that we have inherited.

👉 Forrest has illustrated all the books in the Hello Ninja series, which became a hit original series on Netflix, and he also wielded the paint behind Sir Badalot.

👉 In addition to the Hello Ninja series, Forrest has authored and illustrated his own children’s series known as Crispin’s Rainy Days as well as many other children’s books.

👉 When he's not chasing light and staring at clouds he works professionally as an artist and animator and spends time with his wife, three daughters, and very young son.

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📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

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✅ Dad Up YouTube:

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📞 Contact with Forrest Dickinson:

✅ Forrest Dickinson Website:

https://forrestdickison.com/

✅ Forrest Dickison Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/forrestdickison

✅ Crispin’s Rainy Day:

Crispin's Rainy Day – Canon Press

✅ Amazon - Crispin’s Rainy Day:

Crispin’s Rainy Day The Search for the Long Lost Lightning Blade - Illustrated Children’s Books

✅ Forrest Dickison Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/forrestdickison

✅ Forrest Dickison LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/forrest-dickison

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Celebrating 5 Years of Dad Up Podcast!

🟫 A Journey of Growth and Connection

👉 Today we’re celebrating a significant milestone—five incredible years of the Dad Up Podcast!

👉 It’s hard to believe how fast time has flown by, and what an honor it has been to be a part of your parenting journey.

👉 As I reflect on these past five years, I’m filled with gratitude for the amazing community we’ve built together.

👉 Each episode has been a labor of love, aimed at providing support and guidance to parents out there striving to make their families stronger and better.

👉 From heartfelt stories to practical advice, I’ve aimed to create a space where dads can feel empowered and understood.

👉 I want to take a moment to thank all of my followers and subscribers.

👉 Your engagement, feedback, and continued support have been the backbone of this podcast.

👉 It’s inspiring to hear how our conversations have resonated with you and how you’ve implemented some of the ideas shared.

👉 Every message and review reminds me why I started this journey in the first place.

👉 A huge shoutout to my incredible guests who have shared their wisdom and experiences over the years.

👉 Your insights have not only enriched our discussions but have also helped countless dads navigate the challenges of parenting.

👉 Thank you for your time and for being a part of this journey.

👉 I also want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my friends who have encouraged me along the way.

👉 Your belief in this podcast has motivated me to strive for excellence and keep pushing forward, even during the tough times.

👉 Most importantly, I want to thank my wonderful wife and kids.

👉 Your unwavering support has been my rock. You’ve allowed me the time and space to pursue this passion, and your love fuels my desire to be a better dad every day. I couldn’t have done this without you.

👉 Lastly, I want to take a moment to thank God for guiding me to start this podcast.

👉 It has been a blessing to help other dads, and I believe this journey is part of a greater purpose.

👉 I pray that we will continue to grow together and touch the lives of many more families in the years to come.

👉 So here’s to five years of connection, growth, and love!

👉 Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to support one another.

👉 Thank you all for being a part of the Dad Up Podcast family.

👉 I can’t wait to see what the next five years hold for us!

👉 Stay tuned for more exciting episodes ahead, and remember, keep striving to be the best dad you can be!

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🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast!

I’m excited to share this Where Are They Now episode. Ira Davis appeared on my show on Ep. 82. The link to that episode is below. He is back this time to give an update on what’s been going on in his world.

🟫 Be Your Family’s Dream Diver | Ira Davis and Bryan Ward | Ep. 263

👉 Ira Davis is a former United States Marine Corps Drill Instructor who has successfully served in

Operation Iraqi Freedom and has trained and developed hundreds of passionate and innovative

leaders at the highest levels.

👉 Ira is now the founder of one of the most life changing and innovative brands in the world called

THE DREAMDIVER COMPANY , a faith multiplying leadership development company that

facilitates lasting transformation through epic and immersive live events, life changing skydiving

coaching experiences, and inspirational content for faith driven pioneers, visionaries, innovators,

and disruptors.

👉 Through his speaking and coaching, Ira has helped 6-8 figure Entrepreneurs & Executives, NFL

& MLB Hall of Famers and Allstars, Grammy Award winning artists, Olympic Athletes, Pastors,

and multiple Elite Organizations to reach unprecedented levels of success and growth in their

endeavors.

👉 Ira’s faith in Jesus is his x-factor, his wife and three boys are his world.

👉 If you are interested in joining the Dream Diver movement and cultivating extreme faith and audacious vision with other faith driven pioneers, visionaries, innovators, and disrupters, click the website. The link is below.

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📞 Contact with Ira Davis:

✅ Dream Diver Website:

www.dreamdiver.co

✅ Ira Davis Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thechiefdreamdiver

✅ Dream Diver Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dreamdiver.co

✅ Dream Diver YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@dreamdiver

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

https://instagram.com/daduppodcast

✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up-podcast/id1486764562

✅ Dad Up Ep. 82:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up/id1486764562?i=1000521888326

✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/Daduptribe

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🟫 RUNNING THE RACE OF PARENTHOOD:

INSIGHTS FROM MY COACH

& FELLOW PARENT | Dr. Jeff Messer and Bryan Ward | Ep. 262

👉 Dr. Jeffrey Messer serves as an assistant professor in the School of Health Professions at Augustana University, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

👉 He holds a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in exercise physiology. His doctoral research program emphasized exercise biochemistry with a specific research focus in skeletal muscle mitochondrial bioenergetics.

👉 Dr. Messer has published research in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise (MSSE), The American Journal of Physiology (AJP), and The Journal of Applied Physiology(JAP).

👉 From 2006 – 2012, Dr. Messer served as co-head coach for cross-country and assistant coach (distance) for track-&-field at Xavier College Preparatory, Phoenix, Arizona.

👉 The Xavier College Preparatory cross-country program earned six consecutive (2007 – 2012) Arizona high school girls’ state cross-country championships.

👉 In February 2013, Dr. Messer began to serve as head coach for girls’ cross-country and assistant coach (girls’ distance) for track-&-field at Desert Vista High School, Phoenix, Arizona.

👉 Currently, Dr. Messer focuses his coaching endeavor through the online coaching platform, Run Doyen.

👉 The ongoing Run Doyen affiliation offers the opportunity to coach a broadclientele of both domestic and international runners who aspire to enhance fitness, achieve occupational requirements, accomplish diverse competitive goals, and, most importantly, enjoy the pursuit of healthful, lifestyle-enhancing running.

👉 If you are interested in enhancing your running skills or are considering starting to run, please make sure to sign up for Dr. Messed to train you. You can do this through the Run Doyen website. The link is below.

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📞 Contact with Dr. Jeff Messer:

✅ Run Doyen Website:

RunDoyenhttps://www.rundoyen.com › jeff-...Dr. Jeff Messer

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

https://instagram.com/daduppodcast

✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up-podcast/id1486764562

✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/Daduptribe

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🟫 GAME CHANGER: PARENTING INSIGHTS FROM A FORMER NFL PLAYER | Mark Clayton and Bryan Ward | Ep. 261

👉 Mark Clayton climbed his way to the NFL and now he is climbing his way in a new area.

👉 Mark Clayton is a former Oklahoma University football player who excelled in college. Mark was a 2 time 1st Team All-American, who served as a captain during his junior and senior campaigns.

👉 In college Mark was a part of many championship wins including the 2000 National Championship team.

👉 Mark made his mark in the NFL as a wide receiver.

👉 He was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, Clayton began

his professional career with high expectations.

👉 His rookie season was initially slowed by injuries, but he quickly gained momentum, finishing the year with 44 receptions for 471 yards and 2 touchdowns, and landing on the PFWA All Rookie Team.

👉 Over the years, Clayton's performance showcased both highs and lows, with notable achievements including a spectacular game against the Cincinnati Bengals in 2008 where he had five

receptions for 164 yards and scored a 70-yard receiving touchdown.

👉 In 2010, he was traded to the St. Louis Rams, but his time there was cut short due to a severe knee injury.

👉 After retiring from football in May 2013, Clayton embarked on

entrepreneurial ventures.

👉 He founded LIVV Headphones, a company specializing in high-quality audio products, and also established a Christian-based clothing line named MyChristianT (MCT).

👉 LIVV Headphones will be open for preorder on October 25th. So make sure you check them out on the website link below.

👉 These endeavors reflect his shift from sports to business and innovation.

👉 Mark Clayton's life now balances his entrepreneurial spirit with family

life. He is married to Elizabeth Clayton, a 10-year Navy combat veteran. He is also a father to four children.

👉 His post-NFL journey is a testament to his versatility and adaptability, transitioning from a sports professional to a business entrepreneur, all while nurturing a

growing family.

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📞 Contact with Mark Clayton:

✅ LIVV Audio Website:

LIVV Audio

✅ Mark Clayton IG Page:

https://www.instagram.com/clayton.mc

✅ Mark Clayton Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/mclivvin?mibextid=LQQJ4d

✅ Mark Clayton LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-clayton

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

https://instagram.com/daduppodcast

✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up-podcast/id1486764562

✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/Daduptribe

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🟫 RAISING KIDS TO LIVE THEIR BEST LIVES | Mark Collins and Bryan Ward | Ep. 260

👉 Mark Collins is a Business/Life Coach, Husband & Father, as well as the Author of “LIFE MASTERY - living life by Design, not by default.”

👉 Mark’s passion and expertise are in guiding men in overcoming the fear of failure & imposter syndrome that is standing in the way of the life they are created for.

👉 Beyond working with men to achieve success at the highest level in their business and relationships, Mark has authored the book mentioned above (LIFE MASTERY - living life by design not by default). 

👉 He has also created several online tools/courses to equip men to accelerate the impact that they are meant to have.

👉 Mark's passion for Life Mastery was born from a desire to have the life he believed he was created for. One where nothing stood in the way, whether it was fear, doubt or imposter syndrome.

👉 As Mark overcame the "roadblocks" that were standing in his way, he developed a singular passion to help others do the same.

👉 Over the course of the past 10 years, Mark has instructed, coached, mentored and led over 500 people in their FREEDOM journey and seen many students overcome the obstacles stopping them from living the life they were created for.

👉 Life Mastery was born from Mark's Freedom journey and his experience in leading others in their journeys.

👉 It is his mission to see people everywhere discover how to unlock and unleash the HERO inside so who they are created to be shows up in their business or job, their relationships, and every area of their life.

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📞 Contact with Mark Collins:

✅ Freedom 4 Life Website:

courses.freedom-for-life.nethttps://courses.freedom-for-life.netFreedom For Life - You Unleashed

✅ Freedom For Life IG Page:

https://www.instagram.com/_freedomforlife

✅ Freedom For Life Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/_FreedomForLife

✅ Mark Collins Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile

✅ Mark Collins LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-collins-freedom-for-life

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

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✅ Dad Up YouTube:

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🟫 THE DAD GANG:

VOICES OF CHANGE | Kevin C. Riley and Bryan Ward | Ep. 259

👉 Kevin Christopher Riley is a New York City Council Member, the Chair of the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Co-Chair of the Black, Latino and Asian Caucus, which is the largest caucus in the New York City Council.

👉 As Chair, he serves to prioritize creating equal opportunity and access for communities of color within New York City through the legislative, oversight, and budgetary powers of the Council.

👉 Under Council Member Kevin Riley’s leadership as Co-Chair of the Black, Latino and Asian Caucus, the caucus has passed the historic FDNY Diversity bill package.

👉 Kevin C. Riley was born and raised in the Northeast Bronx, where he continues to reside.

👉 Although his undertakings were vast, Kevin believed that giving back, spreading joy, and illustrating the meaning of community was the most important goal. 

👉 As a firm believer in representation and being the change you want to see, Kevin personally understands the impact of mentorship and positive reinforcements in the well-being and success of our youth and community.

👉 In conjunction with his Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity brothers, he is a founding member of a nationwide organization called The Dad Gang.

👉 The Dad Gang is an organization that works toward eliminating the stereotypes surrounding black fatherhood, and dispelling the narrative that black dads are not a part of their children’s lives.

👉 Above all, his greatest accomplishment still remains being a husband and father to his three beautiful children.

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📞 Contact with Kevin Riley:

✅ Kevin C. Riley Website:

District 12 - Kevin Riley

✅ Kevin C Riley Gov. IG Page:

https://www.instagram.com/cmkevincriley

✅ Kevin C Riley Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/cmkevincriley

✅ The Dad Gang Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/Thedadgang

✅ The Dad Gang IG Page:

https://www.instagram.com/thedadgang

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

https://instagram.com/daduppodcast

✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up-podcast/id1486764562

✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/Daduptribe

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🟫 HIS SEARCH. HIS LEGACY. HIS WHY. | Chris Schauble and Bryan Ward | Ep. 258

👉 Chris Schauble is co-anchor of the KTLA 5 Morning News weekdays from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. He also co-hosts “Off The Clock” on the KTLA+ digital app.

👉 Since moving to Los Angeles in 2001, Chris has earned multiple awards, including five Emmys and six Golden Mics.

👉 Prior to his Los Angeles work, Chris spent time at KCNC-TV in Denver where he covered a number of national stories.

👉 His coverage of the Columbine High School shootings helped the station earn a regional Emmy for spot news.

👉 In 2000, Chris was named

“Television Journalist of the Year” by the Colorado Association of Black Journalists.

👉 Schauble was adopted and raised by loving adoptive parents and is very happy with who he is.

👉 In October 2013, Schauble at the age of 44 years old, started searching for his birth mother.

👉 Chris Schauble's journey to find his birth parents is a deeply personal and inspiring story that highlights the themes of identity, resilience, and the quest for connection.

👉 Chris decided to embark on a quest to uncover the truth about his origins.

👉 This journey was not just about finding his biological parents; it was also about understanding himself and the experiences that shaped his life.

👉 With the support of his adoptive family, Chris started to navigate the complexities of adoption, including the emotional challenges and the legal aspects of searching for birth records.

👉 Using modern technology and social media, Chris connected with various adoption networks and support groups, where he found solace among others who shared similar stories.

👉 His determination and patience paid off when he finally received information about his birth parents.

👉 The emotional rollercoaster of anticipation and hope culminated in a pivotal moment when Chris met his biological mother.

👉 This encounter was filled with a mix of joy, relief, and the complexities of reconciling two different chapters of his life.

👉 Chris's journey didn't end with this reunion; it became a bridge for healing and understanding.

👉 He embraced the opportunity to learn about his heritage, family history, and the circumstances that led to his adoption.

👉 Chris’s His story resonates with many who have experienced similar journeys, serving as a reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of seeking one's truth.

👉 Through his experiences, Chris Schauble has become an advocate for adoption awareness, sharing his story to inspire others to embrace their journeys, no matter how challenging.

👉 His quest for identity and belonging illustrates the profound connections that can emerge from understanding one’s past, ultimately leading to a richer, more fulfilling present.

👉 Chris and his wife, Katrina, have two sets of twin daughters.

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📞 Contact with Chris Schauble:

✅ Social Media:

https://x.com/chrisktla

✅ KTLA - Chris Schauble:

https://ktla.com/author/chris-schauble/

✅ Off The Clock:

https://ktla.com/author/chris-schauble/

✅ Chris Schauble’s Adoption Search Part 1 and 2:

https://youtu.be/Mc8frUCVKrs?si=ZlzwXYIhLwlFX8lJ

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🟫 One Extraordinary Marriage | Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo and Bryan Ward | Ep. 257

👉 Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo met the summer before their senior year of college and have been married since 1996.

👉 Like you, they came together with every good intention and “forever” in mind, but then “life” happened and they found themselves ill prepared to deal with their marriage challenges.

👉 They were committed to facing all of life's opportunities and challenges together.

👉 Together, they overcame Tony’s 18-year addiction to pornography, the loss of a child at 18 weeks, debt in excess of $50,000, poor communication, lack of collective interests, questioning trust, and more.

👉 But the key word here is "together."

👉 Over the course of their marriage, Tony and Alisa have learned how to be intentional and take action to make the extraordinary happen in their relationship... and they did it together.

👉 They can do the same for you!

👉 As co-hosts of the top marriage podcast in Apple Podcasts, the ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show, Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo speak to a worldwide audience about sex, love & commitment, and challenge every listener to make their relationship a priority.

👉 Their best-selling book, The 6 Pillars of Intimacy®, has transformed countless marriages around the world.

👉 This framework is simple, practical, and powerful.

👉 You’ll be inspired to look at your marriage through a new lens and be encouraged by its commonsense approach.

👉 Please be sure to not only follow them, but check out their links below or in the show notes.

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📞 Contact with the DiLorenzo’s:

✅ New Event - Live in Person - The 6 Pillars of Intimacy:

https://oneextraordinarymarriage.com/weekend

✅ LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/oneextraordinarymarriage

✅ YouTube Channel:

One Extraordinary Marriage YouTube

✅ One Extraordinary Marriage Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/oneextraordinarymarriage

✅ Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/Talking-Shop-172783613413991/

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

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✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

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✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

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🎙️ Welcome to a new episode of The Dad Up Podcast. I’m excited to share this Where Are They Now episode.

🟫 My guest is Brian Covey. He was a previous guest on my show for Ep. 9 back in 2020.

👉 Brian Covey didn’t always know where his life would take him when he started his career as a professional soccer player.

👉 Since then his path has taken many surprising turns—first into real estate, and then on to the national stage—all the while bringing Brian lessons on resilience, success, growth, and leadership. 

👉 Today, Brian is the EVP of Strategy & Development at Revolution Mortgage and is responsible for the growth of several multi-billion dollar teams within the industry.

👉 Brian also speaks nationally to organizations on how to find their competitive edge and unlock the power that ignites success.

👉 Brian’s vision is to use the lessons he’s learned to empower leaders to in turn create more leaders by supporting their team members and challenging them to dream bigger.

👉 Through Brian’s podcast, book, and recommendations, he shares his experiences to give you a jump start.

👉 These resources equip you to build your future exactly the way you want it to be.

👉 But, above all this, Brian is a devoted husband and father. He goes to the end of the earth to give his wife and kids the husband and father they deserve.

👉 Please check out the episode where we discuss more about keeping our marriages healthy and strong.

Brian Covey’s links are below or in the show notes.

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📞 Contact with Brian Covey:

✅ Order Book “Conversations With Covey”:

Click Here - BUY BOOK

✅ Brian Covey’s Website:

Brian Covey | Conversations with Covey

✅ Brian Covey’s Podcast:

Click Here for the PODCAST

✅ Brian Covey’s Instagram:

https://instagram.com/thebriancovey

✅ Brian Covey’s Facebook:

www.facebook.com/brian.covey

✅ Brian Covey’s LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-covey/

📞 Contact with Bryan Ward:

✅ Dad Up Instagram:

https://instagram.com/daduppodcast

✅ Dad Up YouTube:

https://youtube.com/c/DadUpPodcast

✅ Dad Up Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-up-podcast/id1486764562

✅ Dad Up LinkTree:

https://linktr.ee/Daduptribe