All Pro Dad Podcast
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 discuss what has worked for them, tackle scary topics, and learn to love their 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.
Episodes
85 episodes
The Dad They Run To, Not From
You’re probably not 8-foot-11 like Robert Pershing Wadlow, the world’s tallest man, but you are likely taller than your kids. Do they look up to you for any other reasons? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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21:29
Talking to Your Kids About Porn
Is pornography a good teacher? Many teens think so. Nearly half of teens surveyed believe “porn gives helpful information about sex.” This should be a red flag for dads. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is join...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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22:09
Back Talk Battles: What’s Really Going On?
“No! I don’t want to!” How many times have dads heard something like this? Is it defiance, or something else? Kids talking back is part of growing up. Dads need to know how to react when their children get mouthy. In this episode of the All...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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29:02
What Does It Mean To Be a Protector?
As kids, we all loved Batman, Superman, and Spiderman. Seeing heroes don their cape and stop the bad guys was fun and exciting. Now, we’re all grown up and we’ve become the heroes we adored. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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20:24
What Are Underrated Things Fathers Do?
Dads provide a home, food, and clothing for their kids, but that’s just the start. Dads also offer guidance, love, support, and leadership in their homes, and that’s a very big deal. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted...
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Season 1
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Episode 80
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24:06
What's the Hardest Phase of Parenting?
Diapers are hard. Terrible twos are no picnic. Middle and high school? Prepare for battle, Dad. It seems like every phase of parenting presents its own unique challenges. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joi...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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23:09
Why Is It Important To Listen To Our Kids?
Is your kid a chatterbox or tight-lipped like a vice? No matter how often your son or daughter opens up, one thing is true—they really want you to listen. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by ...
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Season 1
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Episode 78
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17:19
How Can I See the Best in My Kid?
Getting straight As. Winning an award. Making the team. We all want our kids to accomplish great things. But what they do is not as important as who they are. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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24:52
How Can I Improve as a Dad?
Teaching kids how to fish. Throwing the baseball in the yard. Helping with homework. Dads do a lot, but there’s more to being a good dad than just offering life lessons and perfectly grilled hot dogs. In this episode of the All Pro...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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18:10
What Your Wife Really Wants For Mother's Day
Moms tackle mountains of housework, cook great dinners, and organize the family calendar with the precision of a surgeon. They do so much for their families. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and B...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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27:27
Checking in With Kids: 5 Gauges Dads Need To Know
If that little ‘check engine’ light comes on while you’re driving, it can make your palms sweat. Nobody likes it when unexpected problems pop up with their car. The same is true with your family. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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27:42
How Should I Approach Discipline in My Home?
Timeout. Natural consequences. Tap in, tap out. There are a lot of ways to go about disciplining our kids. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about dads’ role in it ...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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29:43
All Pro Dad Discusses Netflix's 'Adolescence' Series
It feels like the whole world is talking about Adolescence on Netflix. It’s a drama that takes viewers into the immediate aftermath of a shocking crime: the arrest of a 13-year-old boy for the murder of his classmate. In this episode o...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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24:01
Tony Dungy: Am I Giving My Kids Enough Freedom?
Do you let your kids play out of your sight? Does the thought of them being off on their own unsupervised send you into a fearful spiral? You’re not alone. Parents around the world are trying to balance offering their kids freedom while still k...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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22:41
What Do Happily Married Couples Think About?
We all have seen that couple that seems to be happy all the time. What is she thinking about? What goes on in his head? It can make us feel bad about our relationship if it isn’t currently giving off the same vibes. In this episode ...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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35:01
Why Are Dad Jokes Good For Your Kids?
Almost everyone needs it, asks for it, gives it, but almost nobody takes it. What is it?Advice. Here’s some great advice that’s backed by research: Tell your kids some jokes. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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26:50
Grab Your Brackets! March Dadness Is Here
Get your brackets ready! In honor of the wildly popular annual NCAA basketball tournament, this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast is all about having a little fun. Host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to discuss the to...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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34:55
What Are Some Dangerous Thoughts Children Battle?
Our kids are facing battles in their minds. Everything from school pressures and expectations to personal identity and relationships are weighing on them. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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33:22
How Should I Talk to My Kids About Sex?
When you talk with your kids about sex matters. How you do it is just as important. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by renowned family expert Jim Burns, founder of
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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28:18
Are Your Expectations Crushing Your Teen?
Expectations can lead to pressure, which grows into stress, anxiety, and a diminished sense of self-worth for kids. This is a problem dads can help with. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster ...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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25:58
How Do We Combat Our Kids' Shrinking Attention Spans?
In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by co-hosts Bobby Lewis and BJ Foster to tackle the growing issue of shrinking attention spans in children. The team explores the impact of social media, constant digi...
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Season 1
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Episode 64
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30:25
How to Help My Kids Navigate Their Emotions
In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis to continue the conversation on helping kids navigate their emotions. Ted reflects on his initial doubts about the importance of emotional intelligence ...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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30:59
How To Raise Emotionally Strong Boys
In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis and Buck Buchanan to discuss how dads can help their children develop emotional intelligence. The conversation tackles societal stereotypes about emotio...
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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30:17
What Problems Do Kids Face Today That We Didn't?
Many problems kids deal with today didn't exist in their parent's generation. It can be scary for both, but we must navigate them together.In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host Bobby Lewis explor...
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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22:56
Tony Dungy: How Do I Help My Kid Handle the Unexpected?
Family First Founder & CEO Mark Merrill and legendary football coach Tony Dungy discuss how children are handling the unexpected things in their lives.In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by M...
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Season 1
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Episode 60
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24:25