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There's no manual for becoming a dad—but there should be. Dadicated Joe is a new dad's guide to navigating the wild ride of early fatherhood. From the moment you hear "we're pregnant" through those sleepless, life-altering early months, host Joe Carr (dad, husband, and co-founder of Serenity Kids) brings real talk, helpful tips, and shared experiences to the mic. This journey can be overwhelming—you shouldn't have to do it alone. New episodes every Tuesday.
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Divorce can tear families apart, or it can be the start of something new. For Josh Cearbaugh, father of five in a blended family, it was both. In this episode, I sit down with Josh Cearbaugh, a father of five in a blended family with kids ages 7 through 16. Josh has walked through addiction, divorce, and the painful work of rebuilding trust. What I…
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I used to think gut health was something you worried about after a bad meal or too many antibiotics. Turns out, gut health starts at birth and can affect them their entire life! Their gut microbes in the first 1,000 days of life can lay the foundation for everything—immunity, digestion, even emotional regulation—and they're influenced by choices we…
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Being a girl dad is the greatest joy—and the greatest responsibility—of my life. From the moment Della realized she was her own little person, she's been a daddy's girl. She'll tell you herself: Mommy's the best at boo boos and boundaries, and Daddy brings the fun, the wrestling, and the big questions about life. I knew that moms and dads sometimes…
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Most of us want to make toddler tantrums stop. I sure did. But tantrums are actually essential, developmentally appropriate signs of healthy growth and development, and the way we respond can determine how safe our children feel experiencing their emotions for life. In this episode, I share the five-step process I use with my daughter Della when sh…
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We may think a lot about what foods our kids should eat, but what about what we DON'T want them to eat? I'm not just talking about junk food, but junk that ends up in what would otherwise be healthy food. In this episode, I sit down with my friend, fellow food entrepreneur, and health warrior Parker Brooks, father of two and founder of Lovebird cer…
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What struck me most about this episode was the fact that choices parents make in pregnancy and early childhood can deeply affect their child for LIFE! So while I knew this period of my child's life was important, I was surprised at how much I can (and therefore must) influence their lifelong trajectory with a few smart choices at the very start. In…
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Resentful women. Resentful wives. Resentful moms. This has become normal. Men hate it, feeling like they can never do enough and are always being criticized. Women hate it, feeling like they are constantly abandoned and left to do everything on their own. It seems impossible, but there is a solution! I've dealt with my wife's resentment for years, …
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Most of us think we're failing as dads when we lose our temper or feel disconnected. But what if the real work starts way before that, inside the relationship, inside the tension, inside ourselves? In this episode, I sit down with relationship coach Scott Wild to unpack what it takes to co-parent without drifting apart. Scott and his wife Mel, have…
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Our birth didn't go as planned. We wanted a peaceful home birth. We ended up in the hospital In the middle of the night getting a C-section. And you know what? It was still a great birth—because we were prepared. I was prepared. I spent months learning everything I could about childbirth. I talked to midwives, studied birth plans, and mapped out ev…
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Jason Bronstad thought he was doing everything right—executive title, steady paycheck, hustle mode always on. But when his four-year-old son told him his "dad voice" was what hurt him the most, it shattered the illusion. What followed was a total redefinition of fatherhood—from suppressing emotions and prioritizing work, to sitting on the stairs an…
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Sleep is one of the MOST challenging aspects of having a new born. And yet it is so important for babies development, and for parents' physical and mental health! I used to think constant exhaustion was just part of new fatherhood, but the truth is, poor sleep breaks everything: our health, our patience, our connection, even our sanity. In this sol…
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Tucker Max doesn't sugarcoat his past—or what it took to become the kind of father his kids actually deserve. Once known for chronicling his party lifestyle, he now raises four kids on a homestead ranch, runs a screen-free household, and is building a multi-generational family legacy grounded in healing and connection. We talk about what happens wh…
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For me, fatherhood began the day my wife knew she was pregnant. But what could I do? What was my role? I decided I was going to do everything I could to join in the pregnancy, embracing the idea that she wasn't the only one pregnant, WE were pregnant. Of course men cannot actually be pregnant and we will never understand what women go through. But …
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I value equality and have always tried to do my part of the housework, especially after we had our baby. But I wasn't trained to see how much work there is, and how much unseen work my wife did every day. I especially didn't understand how much thinking she was doing to hold it all together. That invisible labor and mental load began wearing her do…
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Joseph Anew is the kind of dad who cold plunges with his kids, does breathwork in a hyperbaric chamber, and ran a Spartan race 36 hours before this interview. But what really stuck with me was how much of his fatherhood was shaped by trauma, surrender, and choosing to do things differently—from barefoot healing in the Caribbean to escaping a hospit…
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What made me so passionate about supporting dads? My childhood trauma. I grew up undiagnosed autistic in the 90s, and for most of my childhood, nobody—including me—understood what was going on. I was the kid who always stole attention, couldn't sit still, couldn't follow instructions, and got stuck in endless punishment cycles at school. My parents…
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Dr. Elliot Berlin, a pregnancy-focused chiropractor and father of four, shares the untold truths about fatherhood, fertility, and birth support. In this episode, he reveals his personal fertility struggles and explains how stress, lifestyle changes, and the autonomic nervous system play a critical role in conception. This conversation challenges co…
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Marriage is hard already, and then you have a baby. Every couple I know STRUGGLES after the baby is born, sometimes for a loooooong time. Several of my friends are facing divorce after 2-3 years of having a baby, which is awful. Serenity and I are far from perfect, but considering how we're basically opposite people, run a business together, and ha…
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Joe Carr sits down with Tero Isokauppila for a deep dive into fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Tero shares how a profound psychedelic experience solidified his desire to become a dad and how he and his wife developed their parenting philosophy before their first child was even born. From the decision to have a home birth to underst…
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My wife Serenity struggled with postpartum anxiety, but neither of us knew what that was. She was having a rough time, but I didn't know if that was normal, or what to do about it. Learning about Postpartum Depression and Anxiety helped us understand what was happening for her and what to do about it. This episode is deeply personal. May is Materna…
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Do you ever get to see a mom deliver a full critique to her partner on live television? Well in honor of Mother's Day, I sat down with my wife and baby mama, Serenity Carr, to talk about the raw, messy, beautiful truth of our parenting journey and how I showed up. Serenity goes deep on how she went from not wanting kids at all to choosing to become…
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Taylor Collins went from a hardcore vegetarian endurance athlete to an advocate for regenerative meat—and it changed his life. In this episode, Joe Carr sits down with Taylor to talk about his journey founding meat businesses EPIC Provisions, Roam Ranch and Force of Nature. Taylor shares the personal health struggles that forced him and his wife to…
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I hit a breaking point a few months into fatherhood. I was running on fumes — launching a company, supporting my wife through postpartum recovery, taking care of a newborn, and still trying to pretend I was fine. Not only that, but I wasn't. I found myself overwhelmed, depressed, and unsure of how to ask for help. That moment — that low — became th…
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Fatherhood isn't just about providing—it's about presence, leadership, and showing up in the moments that matter. Joe Carr sits down with Ned Schaut, a father of five, podcast host, and author of The Adventure of Fatherhood, to explore what it truly means to be a dad in today's world. Ned shares his personal journey through early fatherhood, the le…
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DadicatedJoe is a new dad's guide to the upending and transformational experience of becoming a dad. We focus on anything from your experience during pregnancy, to your recollection of the birth story, to that first 18 months of fatherhood. In a lot of ways, this is a period of time where dad is kind of useless, so we're here to talk about what we …
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Josh Trent has spent over two decades in pursuit of truth in wellness, driven by a deep curiosity that took root in childhood. Raised in a broken home, he turned to sports for solace, unknowingly laying the foundation for a lifelong journey toward personal well-being. Through plant medicine, breathwork, and deep self-exploration, he has turned stru…
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David is a serial entrepreneur. He has helped launch and sell two multi-million dollar businesses, worked in the mortgage industry, and was CEO of a pet-food company, WAG. His passion, however, is supporting high-performers in being connected to themselves and their families, while excelling in their work. His clients have included one of the large…
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In this deeply personal episode, I explore the stigma around suicidal thoughts, particularly for men, and how these thoughts, rather than being purely negative, can serve as a powerful signal for change. Drawing from my own struggles—starting in my teenage years, through my divorce, and even recently—I share how I have learned to recognize these th…
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Marriage is a beautiful thing. It offers the gift of moving you into the healthiest version of you, but it has the potential to derail you if you’re unwilling (or unable) to take a hard look in the mirror. Today, we dive into my personal journey regarding the unhealthy aspects of how my marriage caused me to slowly withdraw from life… with the hope…
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In today’s solo episode, Josh is sharing honestly about his own journey. He dives into the ways pain and disappointment can create a byproduct of isolation, not only from others but also from God. He dives into how this happened to him and offers some practical ways to change your “spiritual status quo” if you’re unhappy with where you’re currently…
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David Peralta is a spiritual teacher, coach, and creator of The Soul Centered Founder. Since 2019, he’s been helping impact-driven entrepreneurs build 6- and 7-figure businesses by aligning themselves with their soul’s purpose. He’s spent over 20 years studying Zen Buddhism, eastern spirituality, and Christianity, and learned the science of how to …
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We’ve all been there at one time or another… in a funk… in an emotional rut… feeling unclear about how we arrived there and how to dig out of it. Today, we will dissect how exactly we get into funks and, more importantly, the five things we can do to change things. In this episode you'll learn: What leads to being in a funk? Why isolation is so det…
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Andrew Daniel is an award-winning and international bestselling author and director at the Center for Cinesomatic Development. His Cinesomatics® workshops are held internationally from Nashville to London, Tuscany to Switzerland—helping professionals see the elusive patterns that hold them back. This methodology leads the world in cinematic movemen…
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Today we unpack a topic I wish I had learned about 15 years ago… all of us will experience “storms” in our lives. The question is, how can you find anchors to hold on to during the storm? Learning how to identify your anchors, then integrate them into your life will help you stay locked into your True Self when the waves of doubt, fear, overwhelm, …
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Today we get to dive into what I’m calling “my shitty week”... an unexpected (and intense) wave of pain that took me off guard. Like many things in life, for those who are willing to lean into discomfort, there can be some beautiful life lessons. In this episode you'll learn: Why it’s important to keep your heart open even after you’ve “processed g…
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Today is special… because today you get to hear from the man who has helped me navigate life's challenges more so than any other man. The one and only David Charlson. He is the person I turn to when I feel stuck, overwhelmed, sad, or proud. He is my personal and business coach, as well as a dear friend. I’m confident you’ll be able to grab some nug…
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As much as we are fighting the inevitable, it’s no secret that we all eventually pass. Today we will be talking about processing the grief of saying goodbye… more specifically, my process of saying goodbye to an amazing man… Grandy, my ex-wife’s grandfather. We’ll also dive into the unusual dynamics I have with my ex’s family and the amazing suppor…
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Breathe in…Breathe out… It’s time to stress less and Pause Breathe Reflect with Michael O’Brien. Michael is a qualified meditation teacher, executive coach, endurance athlete, and creator of the Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation and Relaxation app. He loves helping people accomplish hard things through mindfulness. He’s a survivor of a horrific near…
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We all desire to “reach our potential,” but how the hell do you practically do it??? Today we’ll dive into the primary actions a man can take (both practically and emotionally) to learn how to be more present in life and ultimately unlock his true potential. In this episode you'll learn: The scariest but necessary thing you need to do on a regular …
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In this episode, you'll learn: What's all the buzz about when it comes to biohacking? How do biohacking fit into masculinity? What's the connection between your biology and spirit? Why you need a gameplan Links Host: Josh Cearbaugh https://joshcearbaugh.com https://www.instagram.com/joshcearbaugh/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcearbaugh/ https://…
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I’m baaaack! (picture Jack Nicholson in The Shinning)... ok, maybe not in that creepy kinda way, but I am back and fired up for what we’re going to be coving this year on the podcast! A lot can happen in seven months for any of us, and that rings true for me. 2022 was a year I’ll look back on and remember for a variety of reasons. Today we’ll dive …
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As a former Marine with an all-or-nothing personality, sometimes I feel as if I’m hardwired for burnout. I have to be proactive and go out of my way to take action on a few practical steps to keep me in a healthy place. Today we’re diving into what those action items are and how you can use them to navigate especially stressful or disruptive times …
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Distance can help you gain clarity for dysfunction but only when you close out that old relationship in a complete and healthy way. Today’s episode is a powerful tool I’ve used with clients to help them fully end a relationship and be able to move forward in life. It also helps keep you from recreating the unhealthy dynamics you hated so much in yo…
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In today’s episode, I’m inviting you into some things that are deeply personal to me. You all get to meet a very special person in my life. My queen. My life partner. The woman who has been an intricate part of my story the last year. Not only that, but today we’re diving into our King & Queen Journey… our first shared psychedelic ceremonial experi…
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Danny & Vanessa are hosts of the Sovereign Lovestream, a love, sex, and psychedelics podcast. Years in a toxic relationship they healed themselves and their relationship using plant medicines, meditation, and other healing modalities to create a beautiful marriage filled with love, joy, and gratitude. Vanessa and Danny share those techniques and he…
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“Death of ego” is a common thing you hear in plant medicine circles. The question is, is the ego ALL bad? Today we dive into that very question. In this episode you'll learn: What is “the ego”? What is “Ego death”? How prevalent is it in our society? Where does it show up? How can it negatively impact your life? Can it serve you in a good way? Link…
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Being cheated on is a deep emotional violation of trust that comes from the very person who is supposed to be closest to you. The question is, why do we cheat? Why do we look outside the relationship for comfort, sex, affirmation, etc? Today we dive into this painful topic to try and understand the underlying forces that move men from pursuing a wo…
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Most of us have either been through a divorce ourselves or know someone who has. In today’s episode, Josh and Seth discuss what it’s like to “ride the waves” of grief that come with the loss of a marriage. As two men who have had to navigate this world, they have some first-hand experience on how to move through the grief to find a beautiful life o…
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In Episode Five, we welcome our first female guest and one who gives voice to Narcissistic Abuse Survivors and a perspective that might be hard to hear. Her story of being in a relationship with an extremely abusive, passive-aggressive, covert narcissist is not a rare story, but one that may rarely be heard. However, with the release of her new boo…
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