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On average, men switch jobs every four years, but one role guys will never outgrow, is dad. It’s a serious responsibility that lasts a lifetime and comes with highs, lows, and a ton of questions. It’s okay not to have all the answers… but the most committed dads are always chasing them.

The All Pro Dad podcast helps men navigate their toughest parenting problems. Experienced dads tackle tough topics, share what's worked for them, and discuss how to love your kids well. We do it all with a combination of humor and humility. If you have more questions than answers, this is the place to be. Today’s the perfect day to become an All Pro Dad.

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  • Stop Guessing What Your Wife Needs. Ask Her These 5 Questions.

    Stop Guessing What Your Wife Needs. Ask Her These 5 Questions.
    Nov 2 2026
    We would love to hear from you, follow this link to send us a message directly. Include a voice message and you might even be featured in a future episode! Help Us, Help Dads. Donate your year-end gift to help us reach more dads like you: https://donate.allprodad.com/podcastHow well do you know your wife? Not her coffee order or her favorite color. We’re talking about her fears, needs, worries, and more. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to list five important questions husbands may not be asking their wives—and how asking them can help us become better husbands.Why This Matters Asking thoughtful questions helps us understand our wives better, respond to their actual needs, and stay connected as we navigate life together.Key Takeaways· Your wife's Love Map changes. You can't assume you know what's happening in her heart and mind just because you've been married for years.· Guessing isn't the same as understanding. Good intentions can still miss the mark when we assume we know what our wives need.· Small acts of love matter. Sometimes what makes your wife feel most supported isn't a grand gesture. It may be taking something off her plate or protecting time she needs for herself.· Ask questions that reveal her inner world. Learn about her current challenges, hopes, sources of confidence, and what would help her feel loved.· Listening is only the beginning. When your wife answers honestly, receive it without defensiveness and act on what you've learned.Practical Tips for Dads1. Ask what's weighing on her day-to-day. Find out what feels overwhelming, where she needs support, and whether there's something you can take off her plate.2. Ask what would make her feel most loved this week. Don't assume you need to plan a big surprise. A small, practical act of service may mean much more.3. Ask what she's looking forward to and dreading. Stay aware of the events, responsibilities, and experiences shaping her world right now. Celebrate what excites her and support her through what feels difficult.4. Ask what makes her feel competent. Learn what she enjoys, where she feels capable, and what gives her a sense of accomplishment. Then affirm those strengths intentionally.5. Ask about her hopes for the future. Find out what she dreams about for the coming months and years, and look for ways to encourage and support those hopes.Important Episode Timestamps [00:00] What Are Some Important Questions You May Not Be Asking Your Wife?Ted introduces the episode’s central question and previews five research-backed questions dads can use to update their mental map of their wife.[00:22] What Gottman’s “Love Maps” Reveal About Marriage After KidsTed shares Dr. John Gottman’s finding that 67% of couples see a sharp drop in satisfaction after a first child, but couples with a detailed love map of each other stay steady or even grow closer.[01:16] When BJ and Bobby Had the Wrong Map (or No Map at All)BJ jokes that he was carrying a map of Spain while trying to love his wife well after the birth of their second child, and Bobby admits that in his first year of marriage he stayed silent when his wife was crying because he didn’t know what to say.[04:42] Masters vs. Disasters: Why Turning Toward Your Spouse MattersTed explains that couples who thrive turn toward each other’s emotional bids 86% of the time, compared to just 33% for couples who struggle, and why asking questions beats guessing.[07:08] Question 1: What’s One Thing You Wish I Understood About Your Day?BJ shares how his wife kept telling him she hadn’t made the kids’ dental appointments, and how he finally learned to ask if he could take it off her plate.[09:23] Why Dads Need to Take the Mental Load Off Her PlateTed reflects on the poster board his wife filled out every time they left town, listing everything the kids needed, and makes the case that relieving mental load is one of the greatest things a husband can do.[11:09] Question 2: What Would Make You Feel Most Loved and Supported This Week?The guys explain how this question turns love into something specific and actionable, and share small examples like making tea for the road or taking out the trash a day early that turned out to mean a lot.[14:23] Question 3: What Are You Looking Forward To and Dreading This Month?Bobby introduces the question, and BJ shares how a big hosting event at their house revealed he’d missed his wife’s mix of excitement and dread, while Bobby describes using a shared family calendar to see the smaller things that matter to her.[17:08] Question 4: What Makes You Feel Competent?BJ shares how asking about confidence led him to pray for a home where his wife could host, Bobby celebrates his wife’s sourdough and embroidery, and Ted learns his wife’s ten-year dream is simply grandkids once a week.[20:01] ...
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    26 min
  • 5 Unhealthy Behaviors Kids Are Doing Today

    5 Unhealthy Behaviors Kids Are Doing Today
    Oct 26 2026
    We would love to hear from you, follow this link to send us a message directly. Include a voice message and you might even be featured in a future episode! Every generation has had its unhealthy trends. We had smoking, hitchhiking, not wearing seatbelts—and plenty of other things we probably wouldn’t let our kids do today. But our kids have their own challenges. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about some of the unhealthy behaviors they’re seeing and talk through ways dads can help their kids.WHY THIS MATTERSDads need to help kids understand why some things are unhealthy and point them toward better behaviors. KEY TAKEAWAYS-Every generation has unhealthy trends. This isn't about dumping on today's kids. Our generations had plenty of unhealthy behaviors too.-Some modern trends are driven by influence and comparison. Influencer culture and looksmaxxing can cause kids to imitate unhealthy behaviors or become overly focused on appearance.-Avoidance doesn't make kids stronger. Cancel culture, avoidance, and ghosting can teach kids to escape uncomfortable people, ideas, and conversations instead of learning how to navigate them.-Kids need healthier alternatives. Instead of simply taking something away, dads can point their kids toward meaningful activities, real-life role models, character development, and healthy relationships.-Kids need to learn how to handle discomfort. Difficult conversations, disagreement, awkwardness, and failure are part of life. Learning to navigate them builds resilience.PRACTICAL TIPS FOR DADSTalk with your kids, not at them. Ask what they're seeing among their peers and online. Find out what they think about these behaviors before immediately telling them what to think.Help them find something worth committing to. Instead of resume stacking, encourage kids to find one or two activities they genuinely care about and stick with them over time.Point them toward real-life role models. Instead of allowing influencers and celebrities to become their primary examples, talk about people you know personally who demonstrate character, integrity, kindness, and other qualities you admire.Focus on character instead of appearance. Instead of obsessing over looks, help kids grow in knowledge, character, social skills, and their ability to take an interest in other people.Teach kids how to disagree. They don't have to agree with everyone. But learning to sit with someone who sees the world differently—and have a respectful conversation—is an important life skill.Don't let avoidance become the default. When your child faces an awkward or difficult social situation, help them work through it instead of immediately escaping it. Share your own stories of social failures and uncomfortable conversations.Let kids experience some discomfort. Empathize with your kids when they're struggling, but don't always rush in to remove the discomfort. A child who knows what it feels like to be left out may become more aware of someone else who is standing alone.IMPORTANT EPISODE TIMESTAMPS[00:00] What Are Some Unhealthy Things Kids Are Doing Today?The dads acknowledge that every generation has done unhealthy things. The goal with our kids is to help them, not criticize them.[01:11] Resume Stacking: When Impressive on Paper Means Burned Out in Real LifeTed explains how kids are loading up on extracurriculars to boost college applications, and BJ points out that colleges can spot it quickly and value long-term commitment over a long list.[03:16] Influencer Culture and Why Kids Treat Famous People Like ExpertsBobby makes the case that kids assume someone famous must be brilliant on every topic, while BJ reflects on how many influencers are younger and still learning about the world.[07:15] Looksmaxxing: When Self-Improvement Turns DangerousBJ breaks down the trend of young men going to extreme lengths to maximize their appearance and the dangers that presents.[09:18] The 15-Year-Old Who Said “If I Have a Heart Attack at 30, Oh Well”Bobby shares the CBS News story of a teen taking steroids to look good now and contrasts it with his own college protein shake mistakes.[11:14] Cancel Culture: Teaching Kids That Disagreement Isn’t a Reason to Cut Someone OffTed explains how canceling has moved from the internet into kids’ real relationships.[13:35] Why Friction Makes Us Sharper: Moving From “Safe” to “Curious”BJ says kids need to shift from needing to feel safe to being curious, making the case that we get sharper through friction and not through avoiding it.[14:37] Avoidance and Ghosting: Why Kids Are Skipping Hard ConversationsBobby introduces ghosting as a pattern that raises anxiety, and Ted explains how texting helped an entire generation avoid difficult face-to-face conversations.[16:52] What Dads Can Do Instead: Replace Each Unhealthy Habit With Something BetterThe dads walk through healthier alternatives for kids.[21:...
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    23 min
  • How Can Dads Help Their Kids Build Friendships?

    How Can Dads Help Their Kids Build Friendships?
    Oct 19 2026
    We would love to hear from you, follow this link to send us a message directly. Include a voice message and you might even be featured in a future episode! For some kids, friendships seem to happen naturally. For others, making friends can be incredibly difficult—and heartbreaking for parents to watch. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about why friendships matter, why some kids struggle to make them, and what dads can actually do to help.WHY THIS MATTERSFriendships are an important part of growing up. They teach kids how to communicate, navigate disagreements, and work through awkward and difficult moments.KEY TAKEAWAYS-Kids don't need dozens of friends. A few deep, healthy friendships can be far more valuable than a large social circle.-Dads can create opportunities for friendship by making their homes welcoming places for kids to gather.-Phones and excessive specialization can become barriers to the in-person interaction where friendships develop.-Kids need to see their dads modeling healthy friendships—not just hear lectures about how to be a good friend.-Not every friendship lasts forever. Kids need to learn that relationships change as they grow through different stages of life.PRACTICAL TIPS FOR DADS1. Be THAT house.Make your home a place where kids want to spend time by inviting people over, stocking the pantry with snacks, and making your house as welcoming as possible.2. Aim for 3 friends, not 30.The goal isn't to have the biggest social circle. Teach your kids to look for quality rather than quantity.3. Take the phones away.Phones can sometimes be a conduit for friendship, but they can also become a barrier to real connection. 4. Discourage specialization.Encourage your kids to have multiple interests and participate in different activities. Variety gives kids more opportunities.5. Model good friendships.Your kids need to see you having friends, too. Don't just tell your kids what a good friend looks like. Show them.6. Help them understand that friendships change.Not every person will remain a close friend forever. Kids will go through different seasons and not everyone stays close through change. IMPORTANT EPISODE TIMESTAMPS[00:00] How Do We Help Our Kids Make Friends?Ted shares that nearly 1 in 5 parents say their child has no friends or not enough and sets up a conversation about what dads can actually do to help.[00:32] What Does Friendship Actually Look Like at Different Stages?Bobby defines a friend as someone you enjoy being around and have chosen to share parts of your life with, while the guys reflect on how friendship looks different throughout childhood. [04:08] Why Friendship Matters So MuchFriendship is essential to kids’ development. It’s where they learn forgiveness, empathy, and how to navigate conflict. [05:52] The Real Reasons Kids Struggle to Make FriendsUniversity of Michigan research identifies the most common barriers to friendship — shyness, lack of time, established peer groups, too few places to gather, and peers who are simply mean.[09:16] When Dad Becomes the FriendTed shares how his wife recognized their daughter needed them to step into the friend role during her isolated senior year and how that friendship is still thriving.[15:55] Make Your House THE HouseBobby reveals his parents made deliberate investments to make their home a cool gathering place where real friendships could grow. [18:15] Kids Don’t Need 30 Friends, They Need 3 Good OnesPew data shows most adults have 1 to 4 close friends. Ted makes the case that helping kids identify who sticks around through the hard seasons is one of the most valuable friendship lessons a dad can teach.[20:32] What to Look For in a Good FriendBobby explains how to guide kids toward friends who celebrate their wins, handle disagreements with maturity, and stay loyal through difficulty, while BJ shares a touching story about a young man grieving a lost friendship because he had hoped he’d found “his BJ.”[23:14] Discourage Friend SpecializationTed and Bobby make the case for keeping kids from putting all their social eggs in one basket — sports teams, church groups, theater, etc.[29:22] APD Pro Move:Ask your kids what qualities make up a good friend. Praise them for the ones they are currently displaying. Try to set up a time for your kids to spend time with others this week. Sponsor:The All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.All Pro Dad Resources5 Ways to Vet Your Kids’ Friends 5 Signs Your Child’s Friends Are the WorstConnect with Us:Ted Lowe on LinkedInBobby Lewis on LinkedInBJ Foster on LinkedInSubscribe on Apple PodcastsGet All Pro Dad merch!EXTRAS:Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily ...
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    31 min
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