In episode 20 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by father & husband, Antonio Byrd.

Antonio is a father of two and is understands what it takes to never stop dating our mate. 

Kids are a blessing but they can get in the way of mommy and daddy time, if you let them. Antonio walks us through how he and his wife keep the fire lit and the intimacy going.

Episode 20  - Sex After Kids w/ Antonio Byrd- Dads on Purpose Podcast

00:40 – Welcome Antonio Byrd

2:02 – Topic Breakdown

4:10 – The Blueprint

11:55– Communication is Key

14:10 – Get Some New Moves

20:00 - Intimacy 

27:00 - Importance of Love Languages

31:28 – Setting Expectations

34:20– Rite of Passage

42:09- Antonio's Final Words

44:37 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 20  - Sex After Kids w/ Antonio Byrd- Dads on Purpose Podcast

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Antonio Byrd: https://www.instagram.com/AntonioByrdSTL

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 20  - Sex After Kids w/ Antonio Byrd- Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 19 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by The Soldiers Coach, Ritchie Thomas.

Ritchie is US Army Veteran, father of two and he helps military service members and veterans discover where they are, who they are and ultimately, where they want to go and whom they need to become to get there.

As an honorably discharged and disabled veteran paratrooper turned IT professional, he understands what it takes to transition from service life to civilian life.

In this episode, Life Transitions, Ritchie walks us through the blueprint of how anyone can transition from any situation in their life to another. 

He's not over complicating it at all.

So join us as we talk about fatherhood, life and success.

Episode 19 - Life Transitions w/ Ritchie Thomas - Dads on Purpose Podcast

00:55 – Welcome Terry Harden II

2:27 – Topic Breakdown

4:08 – Step One

9:02– Why People Fail

10:10 – Mental Shift

16:35 - Kevin's Golden Nugget

17:48 - Permission to be Successful

22:48 – Military Leading Change

27:33– Recap

31:23- The Bottom Line

32:32 – Military Transition Tips

35:33– M-O-T-I-V-A-T-I-O-N

39:51 – RitchieThomas.com

37:05 – Golden Nugget

43:17- Ritchie's Final Words

44:24 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 19 - Life Transitions w/ Ritchie Thomas - Dads on Purpose Podcast

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Ritchie Thomas: https://www.ritchiethomas.com

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 19 - Life Transitions w/ Ritchie Thomas - Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 18 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by THE Michael Gardner aka Ava's Dad, founder of Daddy Dressed Me by MG.

Michael is a proud father, self-taught sewist, life-long crafter and DIY enthusiast. He began sewing in 2014 as a way to create a bond with his daughter while looking for a new creative challenge for himself. 

6 years and 200 outfits later, they are still creating.

We chopped it up to find out how he cultivates his daughters creativity. It's one thing for him to be challenged but how do you make sure that you're doing the right thing by your child?

So join us as we talk about wins and loses in being a girl dads!

Episode 18 - Girl Dad w/ Michael Gardner - Dads on Purpose Podcast

01:00 – Welcome Michael Gardner

2:13 – Daddy Dressed Me by MG Backstory

5:55 – Cultivating Interests

13:28 – How to Not Get it Wrong

17:50– Is Your Child Quitting Okay?

19:32 – Josh Goes on a 2 Min Rant

21:50 - Are You Listening to Your Kid?

26:11 - The Investments in Them

30:10 - Getting Fired on Your Day Off

34:17– Develop Relationship

36:24- Michael's Final Words

38:55 – Kevin's Final Words

41:27 – Josh's Final Words

Episode 18 - Girl Dad w/ Michael Gardner - Dads on Purpose Podcast

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Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Michael Gardner: https://www.instagram.com/DaddyDressedMeByMG

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

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Episode 18 - Girl Dad w/ Michael Gardner - Dads on Purpose Podcast

 In episode 17 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by the Co-parenting Coach, Kevin Meeks 

Kevin became joined the fatherhood club at the very young age of 14 and has a very real understanding of what it takes to be successful at co-parenting.

In this episode, he walks us through what it took (and still takes) to do co-parenting the right way. 

Also, he helps us understand that co-parenting isn't just for parents that live in separate households but married couples co-parent too.

Join us as we have a open conversation about how to avoid pitfalls and things to do to immediately improve any situation.

Episode 17 - Co-Parenting Done Right w/Kevin Meeks - Dads on Purpose Podcast

00:48 – Welcome Kevin Meeks

1:27 – Topic Breakdown

2:30 – Kevin's Backstory

5:12– Teenage Father

6:45 – Pressures of Co-Parenting

11:49 - A Crucial Message for Teen Fathers

15:51 - Secret to Successfully Co-Parenting Revealed

19:55 – Steps to Obtain Secret Sauce

25:40 - MUST HAVE FOR CO-PARENTS

32:28- Communicating with Bonus Parents

35:13 – Should You Date?

39:53– What If Kids Don't Like Them?

41:42 – Co-Parenting Resources

43:48 – Dealing with Irate Baby Momma/ Baby Daddy

47:42- KB Nuggets

49:42 – Meeks Speaks

53:36 – Kevin Meeks Final Words

55:40 – KB's Final Words

Episode 17 - Co-Parenting Done Right w/Kevin Meeks - Dads on Purpose Podcast

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Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Kevin Meeks: https://www.instagram.com/Kevin__Meeks

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 17 - Co-Parenting Done Right w/Kevin Meeks - Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 16 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by father of an entire tribe, Josh Zawadi! 

Josh talks about his secrets to being a successful father, husband, bonus dad and friend.

Does he get it right all the time? Absolutely not but the mentality that he approaches every situation with makes them all easier.

We aren't even going to make this description long. Bring your pen and paper because this episode is jam packed with nuggets.

Episode 16 - Daddy Talk 101 w/ Josh Zawadi  - Dads on Purpose Podcast

01:07 – Welcome Josh Zawadi

3:00 – Topic Breakdown

4:18 – Secret to Success

6:35– A Lesson From Your Child

9:34 – Purpose of a Father

12:28 - Fatherhood is Simple

14:40 - Forgive Your Upbringing

15:46 – A Message for the Culture

18:07 - Recognize the Trauma in Your Life

22:25- Fatherhood Support System

25:53 – KB Drops Knowledge

28:09– Fill Me Up

31:21 – Surround Yourself With Dope People

34:02 – Co-Parenting

36:22- Shoot Your Shot

38:48 – You Might Not Be Ready!

41:08 – Know Your Spouse

44:40 – Successful Marriage Secret Revealed

47:02 – Golden Nugget

52:22 - Josh's Final Words

54:20 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 16 - Daddy Talk 101 w/ Josh Zawadi  - Dads on Purpose Podcast

Instagram

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Josh Zawadi: https://www.instagram.com/MelanatedDaddy

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 16 - Daddy Talk 101 w/ Josh Zawadi  - Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 15 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by inspirational father, Terry Harden II and talking about leading by example. 

Terry has unmatched confidence and a love for his family that will take him anywhere. It's his love for his family that sparked a life altering change in him.

See, Terry, at his heaviest, was once 430lbs. He was wearing adult men's clothing sizes as a child. It didn't bother him. He just always assumed he was "husky" and he was comfortable with that.

Until a friend had a conversation with him that changed his life.

In this episode, he talks about that conversation and how it led him to making a change for him and his family.

But it all started with him leading and being the example.

So join us as we talk about leadership, family, fitness and life.

Episode 15 - Lead by Example w/ Terry Harden II - Dads on Purpose Podcast

00:50 – Welcome Terry Harden II

2:08 – Teach Love Connect

4:30 – Topic Breakdown

5:55 – Terry's Story

9:17– A Good Friend

11:17 – The Process

14:48 - Support System

17:54 - Leading by Example

19:10 – Kevin's First Words

24:40– Shoutout to the Nupes

27:26- Greek Life and Life

29:53 – Personal Mantra

32:38– Willie Moore Jr

33:17 – Inspired

37:05 – Golden Nugget

38:47- Grown Man Talk

40:22 – Terry's Final Words

41:24 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 15 - Lead by Example w/ Terry Harden II - Dads on Purpose Podcast

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Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/DadOnPurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/TheMentorCoach

Terry Harden II: https://www.instagram.com/YoUncleTerry

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 15 - Lead by Example w/ Terry Harden II - Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 14 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by father of 2, Mike Bowers and talking about modeling behavior for your children.

Mike grew up most of his early years without his father physically in his life so he knows what it's like to have someone model the behavior that you don't want to follow.

In this episode, Mike talks about his troubles with the law, his friendships and how he approaches fatherhood.

As parents, we want to model the appropriate behavior for our kids but what exactly does that mean and look like.

Join us as we layout what that looks like in our households and how we are parenting.

Episode 14 - Modeling Behavior w/Mike Bowers - Dads On Purpose Podcast

01:00 – Welcome Malcolm McGuire

2:00 – Teach Love Connect

2:59 – Topic Breakdown

5:21 – Do You Love Your Children?

9:47 – Did You Always Love Your Child?

13:54 - A Father's Impact

20:13- What's After Discipline?

22:15 – It's Their Decision

23:38– How We're Modeling

31:00- Reverse Hacking

32:31 – Speak Their Language

40:02– Allow Them to Fail

47:45 – Mike's Final Words

49:39 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 14 - Modeling Behavior w/Mike Bowers - Dads On Purpose Podcast

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Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/dadonpurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/thementorcoach

Mike Bowers: https://www.instagram.com/MrBowersIG

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 14 - Modeling Behavior w/Mike Bowers - Dads On Purpose Podcast

In episode 13 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by father of 2, Malcolm McGuire and talking about staying in the moment with your kids and still planning for the future. 

Listen, we all have heard the phrase "they grow up so fast". From the day you announce that you are expecting a child folks are giving their unsolicited advice and this seems to be at the top.

It's annoying but it's the truth, they really do grow up fast. Blink and you'll miss it. 

As parents, we want to make sure that we are setting them up for success but still enjoying them and not overlooking the stage they are in. 

So join us as we talk about dating, social media, courtship, modeling behavior and everything in-between.

Episode 13 - They Grow Up So Fast w/Malcolm McGuire - Dads On Purpose Podcast

00:50 – Welcome Malcolm McGuire

1:40 – Teach Love Connect

2:14 – Topic Breakdown

4:09 – Step One

6:30– It's A New Season

9:55 – Girl Dad

11:28 - Child Transitions

13:03- Dating

16:37 – Kevin's Courtship

19:27– Parent's Role in Kids Dating

24:54- When to Have These Conversations

27:33 – Resources for Girl Dads

29:27– Social Media

34:00 – Including Your Kids in the Process

36:44 – Boundaries and Choices

38:30- Malcolm's' Final Words

40:10 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 13 - They Grow Up So Fast w/Malcolm McGuire - Dads On Purpose Podcast

IG

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/dadonpurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/thementorcoach

Malcolm McGuire: https://www.instagram.com/MacOhSix

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 13 - They Grow Up So Fast w/Malcolm McGuire - Dads On Purpose Podcast

In episode 12 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by Parenting Coach, DJ Johnson and talking about the history of whooping children and how to successfully pivot.

This isn't the place to ask us "Where does it say spare the rod in the bible". This isn't just another talk to shame Christian parents for spankings. This is a conversation about how we got here and what positive parenting methods can we use to get away from it.

Because truth be told, we know that the data says spankings aren't as beneficial as we thought. But let's not just talk about the data, let's talk about real world application and what that looks like.

Tap into the conversation and walk this journey with us. 

Episode 12 - Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child w/ DJ Johnson - Dads on Purpose Podcast

01:37 – Welcome DJ Johnson

2:12 – Topic Breakdown

4:40 – How Did We Get Here?

6:33 – Our Ancestors Had a Different View on Spanking

9:15– Environment Matters

13:46 – The Missing Ingredient 

17:36 - Parents Don't Understand

21:23- How to Respond to Kids

23:51 – Kevin's Golden Gems

27:02– How the Shift Happens

33:42- Hardest Part of Change

38:31 – The BEST 20 Sec Gem EVER!

39:40– Parenting Problems

41:13 – DJ's Golden Gem

43:10 – Teach Love Connect

43:32- DJ's' Final Words

44:15 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 12 - Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child w/ DJ Johnson - Dads on Purpose Podcast

IG

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/dadonpurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/the_mentorcoach

DJ Johnson: https://www.instagram.com/DJInspiresAll

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 12 - Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child w/ DJ Johnson - Dads on Purpose Podcast

In episode 11 Josh Ashford and Kevin Brigance are joined by Army Veteran and former teen father, Curtis Millett and talking about single dads and dating.

Curtis Millett is a father of 4. He became a father right before joining the military and hasn't let being a single dad keep him away from his kids or the dating scene. There's an art to it all.

He walks us through his journey of being a father in his teens, his divorce and being a single father with older children.

Tap into the conversation and learn how he has managed it all. 

Episode 11 - Single Dad Dating w/ Curtis Millett - Dads on Purpose Podcast

01:02 – Welcome Curtis Millett

1:33 – Topic Breakdown

3:21 – How Hard is it Dating?

4:54 – The Key to Dating

6:21– The Golden Nugget

8:43 – Be a Dad First

10:58 - Single Dad Stigma

13:32- Kevin's Advice to Young Fathers

15:42 – Two Nuggets!

17:50– Mistakes Fathers Make

19:53- Communication is Key

22:37 – Curtis and Relationships

24:39– Emotions Matter

26:26 – THE ONE THING!

30:54 – The Next Step

32:30- Curtis' Final Words

35:11 – Kevin's Final Words

Episode 11 - Single Dad Dating w/ Curtis Millett - Dads on Purpose Podcast

IG

Josh Ashford: https://www.instagram.com/dadonpurpose

Kevin Brigance: https://www.instagram.com/the_mentorcoach

Curtis Millett: https://www.instagram.com/Bump__06

Fatherhood Apparel: https://TLCbrand.com

Episode 11 - Single Dad Dating w/ Curtis Millett - Dads on Purpose Podcast