Larry Hagner is the founder of The Dad Edge, a leading voice in modern fatherhood and men’s personal growth. After overcoming a childhood marked by abandonment, abuse, and the absence of strong male role models, Larry has spent the last decade helping men become more present, connected, and resilient fathers.

Today on the show we discuss: how growing up without a present father quietly shapes a man’s identity, the four pillars every dad must master to raise resilient and connected kids, how to communicate in a way that makes your children see you as their safe 3AM call, the biggest mistakes modern fathers make without realizing it, why modeling your marriage is the #1 predictor of your child’s future relationships, how to navigate blended families without chaos, and the healing journey Larry took to break generational cycles, rebuild trust, and redefine what true masculinity looks like.

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