How do fathers intentionally raise adolescent boys in a culture that often leaves them to figure it out alone?

In this episode, Gareth and Toby explore their father–son routine known as the Primal Path, a deliberate rhythm created to support the transition from boyhood to manhood through shared time, honest conversation, and faith-shaped parenting.

Inspired by Jon Tyson’s book The Intentional Father, Gareth began the Primal Path when Toby turned 14, starting with simple walks and gradually developing into regular morning sessions focused on discipline, leadership, identity, and personal growth. Together they reflect on how intentional routines and shared experiences have strengthened their father–son relationship and created space for meaningful conversations about life and faith.

This episode will encourage parents — especially fathers — to think creatively about how intentional parenting, consistent rhythms, and purposeful time together can shape teenage boys’ character, confidence, and maturity during the adolescent years.

Referenced in this episode:

Jon Tyson, The Intentional Father — a practical and faith-based guide to raising sons with purpose, clarity, and intentionality.

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About Famalam:

Famalam is a Christian family & parenting podcast hosted by Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy, Lucy, and Toby Robinson. We explore Christian parenting, raising kids, faith at home, discipleship, family challenges, communication, boundaries, discipline, tech and screens, mental wellbeing, friendships, church engagement, Christmas traditions, and real-life family dynamics.

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