In this powerful episode, Nick “The Mute Bass Player” Sash sits down with Jeff Hamilton, founder of The Dad Academy, to talk about the journey from being a default dad to becoming an intentional father. They unpack the power of purpose, legacy, service, and leading your home with love — not passivity. If you’ve ever felt distracted, worn down, or “checked out,” this conversation gives you the blueprint to step back in and lead with courage.

⭐️ Takeaways

Every dad wrestles with being truly present.

Intentionality reshapes the entire family ecosystem.

Default mode creates reactive parenting — intentional living creates purpose.

Legacy is the values you actively pass down.

Healthy dads raise healthy kids.

Personal inventory helps fathers understand their blind spots.

Modeling humility and service shapes strong future leaders.

Greatness in fatherhood is found through selflessness.

Every moment with your kids is meaningful.

Love-driven leadership builds long-term trust.

🎧 Sound Bites

"Perfect love casts out fear."

"You have 936 weeks with your child."

"Life is not about me."

📺 Season 3, Episode 24 — Chapters

00:00 — Introduction to Intentional Fatherhood

00:49 — Checked Out or Fully Present

01:20 — Sponsor Segment

02:42 — Guest Roast

05:21 — Dad Jokes

18:52 — Default Dad vs. Intentional Dad

64:31 — Final Thought

67:41 — So What You Say

68:34 — Call to Follow

72:10 — Outro

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