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In this episode, I open up about my struggles with consistency in recording the podcast and how a lot of that comes from getting in my own head. I worry about whether the topics I’m covering are actually helpful or reaching anyone, which has caused me to take breaks at times. I talk about shifting the focus of the podcast a bit—moving from strictly foster parenting topics to more general fatherhood content—while still including my experiences as a foster dad. I also mention wanting to branch into other areas like recipes, practical parenting ideas, and even discussions around addiction, especially technology, which is something I personally deal with.

I also explain my plan to improve consistency by recording episodes ahead of time, especially with upcoming camping trips and a busy schedule. I’m hoping to set more structured recording and streaming times with platforms like Twitch and Kick to hold myself accountable. At the end of the day, I emphasize that life and family come first, but I still want the podcast to be a helpful resource for both myself and others. I encourage listeners to reach out with feedback, ideas, or suggestions to help me stay on track and make the content more useful.

00:00 — Intro & addressing listeners

00:15 — Struggles with consistency & self-doubt

00:35 — Expanding focus beyond foster dads

00:55 — Learning parenting & sharing experiences

01:05 — Covering addiction & technology topics

01:15 — Planning ahead & recording in batches

01:32 — Streaming plans (Twitch/Kick)

01:53 — Balancing life vs. podcast priorities

02:00 — Goal: helping others & sharing resources

02:12 — Call for feedback & topic ideas

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