What does real brotherhood look like for dads?

One of the most powerful parts of Front Row Dads is something called a Band — a small group of men who meet regularly to go deep on life together.

Not surface-level stuff. Not backyard BBQ small talk.

The real stuff. The hard stuff. The stuff most men never talk about with anyone.

In this episode, we're sharing something we've never released publicly before: a portion of an actual Band meeting.

Our meetings usually run about 3 hours. This is just over an hour — a sample of what it sounds like when men do the work together.

You'll hear Jon Vroman, Hal Elrod, Justin Donald, Dane Espegard, and Tim Nikolaev show up, put in the reps, and have the kind of conversations that change how you show up as a man, a husband, and a dad.

They talk about:

→ Faith and what it means to pray out loud for the first time at 50 → Losing your spark — and the work it takes to get it back → The difference between surviving a year and actually thriving → Goals, dreams, and the accountability most men are missing → Why brotherhood isn't optional anymore

And yes — there's plenty of humor. They give each other a hard time. They laugh. They interrupt. Tim almost walks out of the meeting. That's part of it too.

But what you'll really hear is what it sounds like when men trust each other enough to tell the truth.

A lot of guys tell us that joining a Band has been one of the most impactful decisions of their life. This episode will show you why.

If you know another dad who needs this kind of brotherhood in his life — share this with him.

If you've ever felt guilty about taking time away from your family to work out — this one's for you.

Front Row Dads Scott Groves and Jason Bronstad share real wisdom from inside our community on how they solved the fitness vs. family dilemma.

You'll walk away with:

• A new way to think about fitness and family time

• Permission to start even if you're out of shape

• The power of finding an activity you can do with your kids

• Why having other dads in your corner changes everything

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This is a ~20-minute episode built around one powerful idea:

Your stories create your reality.

Most dads know how they want to show up — patient, present, calm. But when your kid pushes your buttons or interrupts your work… you lose it anyway.

The gap isn't willpower. It's wiring.

In this episode, VIP Front Row Dad Scott Groves interviews Front Row Dad member Adam Coelho, who breaks down the neuroscience behind why we react — and the simple daily practice he uses to rewire his brain so he actually shows up the way he wants to.

Here's what Adam teaches his kids (and himself) every single day:

"Your story creates your reality."

Before bed, his son literally says: "I will have good dreams tonight" — because he used to be afraid of nightmares.

That's not positive thinking. That's neuroplasticity in action.

The framework Adam shares:

1. Get clear on your vision — Who do you want to be as a dad? How do you want to feel?

2. Create mindset affirmations with evidence — Don't say "I'm patient" if you don't believe it. Say "I'm patient, curious, and kind" and find ONE example from your life. Then find another. Your brain will start looking for more.

3. Talk about your vision — Tell your band, your wife, your kids. It forces clarity and plants seeds in other people's minds.

The real shift: From "I have to be present with my kids" → "I get to be present with my kids."

It's not just language. It's literally rewiring how your brain sees the world.

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The 30-Minute Connection Ritual 👉 htt[ps://frontrowdads.com/connection

This is a quick ~11-minute episode built around one powerful idea: Schedule 30 minutes a week to reconnect with your wife — no phones, no distractions, just presence.

Because in a hard season, you can't always fix the problem… but you can protect the connection.

In this week's episode, two Front Row Dads, Jason Brondstad and David Aceves break down the simple weekly ritual David uses to stay on the same team with his wife — especially when life feels heavy.

Here's the ritual:

• Put 30 minutes on the calendar (weekly)

• No phones. No screens. No distractions.

• Ask two questions:

• "How are you really feeling?"

• "What are you really struggling with?"

• And when there's nothing to "fix," lead with presence:

• "What do you need right now?"

• "Do you want to be hugged?"

👉 Download the FREE 30-Minute Connection Ritual one-pager and try it this week: https://frontrowdads.com/connection

Get the FREE 5-Step Guide to More Date Nights (No Babysitters Required) 👉 https://frontrowdads.com/babysitting

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This is a quick 15-minute episode that could completely change how you get date nights.

In this Front Row Dads Podcast episode, Front Row Dad Mike Green interviews fellow FRD member Samuel Shreve, who shares the simple babysitting co-op system his family uses to get consistent nights out — without paying babysitters or stressing about trust.

In just 15 minutes, you'll learn:

• Why babysitting is one of the biggest blockers to marriage time

• How a babysitting co-op removes cost, friction, and awkwardness

• The time-based token system that keeps everything fair

• How to start this with just 2–4 families

• Why this is something you can set up tonight

👉 Want the full breakdown? Download the FREE Babysitting Co-Op Starter Kit and get the exact 5-step system Samuel uses.

🔗 https://frontrowdads.com/babysitting

If you've ever said, "We should do date nights more often," this episode shows you how.

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Live masterclass for fathers: learn practical systems to strengthen your marriage, parenting, and home life with the Family Operating System.

Join us here: https://frontrowdads.com/masterclass

In this special episode, we're dropping you into a live segment from our Ignite 2026 online summit with our brother and coach, Matt Drinkhahn, host of The Eternal Optimist podcast.

Matt walks us through what it actually takes to live in alignment with your true identity as a family man with a business — not a businessman with a family. He shares the story of a life-altering accident that stripped away his old identity (tall, athletic, successful in business) and forced him to rebuild who he was from the inside out, rooted in faith, fatherhood, and core values.

From there, Matt gets intensely practical. You'll be guided through the same exercises he uses with high performers to:

• Name and disarm your deepest fears

• Rewrite the script of your inner critic

• Build tiny daily tweaks that compound into massive change

• Use a simple "emotional artifact" to stay present with your wife and kids

This isn't theory. It's reps, practice, and a long-game approach to becoming the man 2026 requires of you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why tying your identity to business, status, or your body sets you up for collapse

• How acceptance (not denial or hustle) unlocked a new identity for Matt after spinal surgery

• A journaling prompt to expose the voice of your "villain" or inner critic

• A simple script for welcoming fear to the table so it loses power over you

• How to craft one tiny daily tweak that keeps your calendar and habits aligned with your true identity Why an "emotional artifact" (a small object in your pocket or on your desk) can anchor you in presence with your family

If you're serious about making 2026 your most aligned year yet — not just with goals, but with who you are as a husband, father, and leader — this conversation is a powerful place to start. ___________________________________________________

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Have you ever felt like you're working harder than ever, but somehow missing what truly matters?

Every year around this time, we bring back one of our most impactful conversations—a powerful master class with Hal Elrod originally recorded in 2019. This episode has become a yearly ritual for many of our guys, a reset they return to again and again as they head into the new year.

Each time you listen, you'll hear something new—because you're in a new season.

In this episode, Hal shares the radical changes he made after a life-altering health scare to reclaim his time, focus on what truly matters, and design a life of deep connection. He also walks through practical steps to clarify and achieve your family goals in the year ahead.

We cover:

• Practical strategies to align your actions with your values.

• The power of rituals like family meetings to foster open communication.

• Why learning to say "no" is the ultimate act of self-love and prioritization.

• The critical role of health and emotional mastery in being present.

• How community and accountability drive transformation.

Why listen now? This annual encore has inspired countless listeners to rethink how they approach their family life and priorities. Whether it's your first time or your fourth, it's the perfect episode to set the tone for a year of alignment, connection, and fulfillment.

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The Power of a Legacy Letter — One Thing Every Father Should Do

(w/ Blake Brewer — Founder of LegacyLetter.com)

When Blake Brewer was 19, a family snorkeling trip in Hawaii changed his life forever. Moments after losing his father in a tragic accident, his mother handed him a letter that his dad had been writing for months — a letter filled with wisdom, encouragement, and love.

That letter became Blake's guiding light. Today, he's on a mission to help one million dads do the same — to write a legacy letter that becomes the most powerful gift a father can give.

In this conversation, Blake and Jon explore how one letter can outlive you, shape your children's character, and give them strength long after you're gone. You'll learn: • The story behind Blake's father's final letter — and how it shaped his purpose • What makes a legacy letter different from any other message to your kids • Why a father's written words carry power that lasts generations • The core phrases every child needs to hear from their dad • What stops most men from writing their letter — and how to overcome it • Simple steps to start writing your own legacy letter today

If you've ever wondered how to create something that truly lasts — something your kids will treasure forever — this episode will show you the way.

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📚 Read what high-performing dads are reading. These are the most impactful books in our brotherhood. Tried, tested, and implemented.

https://frontrowdads.com/books

How to Design a Family First Life - Before Kids (w/ Chandler Bolt — Founder of selfpublishing.com)

How high-achieving newly married men design a family-first life before kids arrive. Chandler shares the blueprint he and his wife are implementing now: build the village, align your circles (work, friends, faith), and create a home that becomes the hub for family and community.

He explores identity shifts, integrating ambition with family values, and the big question entrepreneurs ask: How do I build a great business without sacrificing a great family?

You'll learn: • The Pre-Kids Family Blueprint: how to architect life around marriage & future kids • Why integration beats balance — combining work, community & family in one place • How to design a "home as hub" — the modern village model • Smart moves now: church, neighborhood, office, travel and future homeschooling • The truth about kids + ambition (and the fears most founders won't admit) • How blue-collar grit shaped Chandler — and how to pass it on without hardship • The "We're rich. You're not." mindset for raising grounded kids • Why legacy assets like books & family videos matter long-term

If you want to build a thriving business and a thriving future family — this is your playbook.

Special link: selfpublishing.com/frontrow Chandler's team has helped 7,000+ authors create books that transform their families and careers.

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📚 Read what high-performing dads are reading. These are the most impactful books in our brotherhood. Tried, tested, and implemented.

https://frontrowdads.com/books