Too Dad To Quit Podcast

In this week's episode, step into an enlightening conversation on the "Behind the Shades" podcast as host Terraine Brown welcomes Ben & Yoel.

Terraine engages with the hosts of the "Too Dad to Quit" podcast in a candid dialogue about their experiences, motivations, and inspirational stories that have shaped their podcast. Together, they peel back the layers of fatherhood, revealing the raw emotions, cha...

In this candid and moving conversation, Kyle opens up about his personal journey through the maze of fatherhood, sharing heartfelt stories and invaluable insights gleaned along the way. From the early stages of parenting to navigating the complexities of being a modern dad, Kyle's experiences illuminate the essence of resilience, determination, and the pure joy of being a dedicated dad. A true testament to the ethos of the Too...

Get ready for an extraordinary episode on the Too Dad to Quit podcast as we sit down with the incredible Andy Heller, a serial entrepreneur, and author of Take the High Road: Divorce with Compassion for Yourself and Your Family. Hosted by Ben, this conversation is a deep dive into the life, challenges, and unwavering commitment that define Andy's journey as a dad. In this heartfelt discussion, Andy shares his personal stories, ...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Ryan Shortill. Ryan's passion for being an engaged and supportive dad shines through as he discusses the role of dads in shaping the future and the cherished moments that make it all worthwhile. His story is a testament to the strength and determination that define the essence of fatherhood. Tune in to this special episode of the Too Dad to Quit podcast to discover how Ryan Shortill...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Josh Polsky. Hosted by Ben, this episode is an intimate conversation with Josh discussing his upbringing in St. Louis, his passion for the Grateful Dead, and the night that changed his life. Tune in to this special episode of the "Too Dad to Quit" podcast about how Josh Polsky traveled the country after converting from a "dead head" hater to a festival-going dead head...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Robb Brooks. Ben delves into the inspiring journey of Robb Brooks, a remarkable individual hailing from the sunny shores of Sarasota, Florida. Robb's story is one of unwavering determination and an unquenchable thirst for success that was tested after his divorce. After almost giving up, Robb transformed his life and has become an inspiration for other divorced men.

Robb's story...

In this week's episode, we share our first guest spot on another podcast, the Berry Thoughtful Life podcast with Caneisha Berry. We did not know what to expect, but we were excited to be the first male guests on this extraordinary podcast focused on helping women identify their feelings. We shared why we started the Too Dad To Quit podcast, but the discussion quickly turns into Caneisha being at a loss for words about how hone...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Robert Glasco. Sit back for a captivating and inspiring journey of resilience, triumph, and unwavering determination as we delve into the life and experiences of a true hero in our latest episode of the "Too Dad to Quit" podcast. The incredible story of Robert, a man whose unyielding spirit and unbreakable bond with fatherhood have carved a path of inspiration for all. Through ...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Keith McNabb, aka, "The Trainer Guy". Keith McNabb is a renowned fitness expert, motivational speaker, and life coach who has transformed the lives of countless individuals through his unique approach to personal development. Ben dives right in with his own battle with exercise and his attempts at weight loss and the boredom of a gym brings him. Keith shares his philosophy on w...

In this week's episode, we sit down with holistic dog coach and guru Isaac Mass. In an entertaining discussion covering a wide range of topics, Isaac describes his background in the Hasidic world and how he evolved into the man he is today. While not orthodox in the traditional sense, Isaac displays a mastery of ancient Jewish texts, citing one after another to introduce important lessons that we can all learn and grow from. Di...

In this week's episode, we sit down with divorce support mediator Yaakov Kessler. An excellent listener and articulate communicator, it was immediately clear to us why Yaakov excels at helping couples mediate through the divorce process and avoid the unnecessary wars that often accompany divorce. We covered a range of topics such as personality conflicts, child-rearing, relationships, and even the often-heated topic of Agunot (...

In this week's episode, we sit down with none other than Ben's older brother, Eli! Similar in voice only but nothing else to the discernible eye, Ben and Eli take us on a spirited discussion down memory lane. Eli candidly describes how he helped raise Ben and care for their mom during her struggles with raising the children following their parents' separation and divorce. Offering his perspective on the challenges of a ...

We sit down with none other than Ben's dad, Fred Stern! In an understated fashion, but with an entertaining, wry sense of humor, Fred takes us on a tour of his life through his adventures building rockets, obtaining his pilot's license, and flying his family across the country. We particularly enjoyed Ben's banter with his dad, as they exchanged story after story, giving us real-time insights into the dad-son dynamic.

We sit down with larger-than-life retired SWAT team negotiator, motivational speaker, and author, Terry Tucker. In a spirited discussion that could have gone on for hours, Terry entertained us with fascinating tales from his time as a SWAT team negotiator, and his involvement in athletics including playing alongside Michael Jordan in college. His views on communicating with curiosity and in simple language, and his perseverance in ...

We sit down with the energetic and enthusiastic teacher/instructor, Jesse Sweed. Originally from Pennsylvania, Jesse talks about his travels to far-off countries such as South Korea, eventually settling down (for now) in exotic Spain. Jesse is a proud dad to 2 children and enjoys an excellent co-parenting relationship with his ex-wife. We pick Jesse's brain on all sorts of topics including how he includes "why statements&q...

We sit down with financial planner and college funding consultant, Brad Baldridge. Brad specializes in late-stage college funding planning, and with many of our audience having children going off to college in the coming years, we were excited to land an expert of Brad's caliber. In addition to providing the ins and outs of understanding college finances as it applies to families, Brad also describes how he assists students fro...

We sit down with 6' 7", physical and spiritual giant, Gary Miskin! From humble beginnings selling coffee to becoming a successful entrepreneur, Gary describes how he turned his fortunes around by maximizing his strengths and espousing honesty in all his business dealings. Springboarding from that discussion, we get into Gary's difficult time during divorce and how he turned to seek spirituality to find strength and mea...

We sit down with a man who's lived many lives, Yitzchak Jaffe. In an honest and articulate manner, Yitzchak shares his journey from studying to become a reform Rabbi in New York to finding himself in the hub of ultra-orthodox Judaism in Bnei Brak, Israel, to returning to America to try life in Kansas and ultimately to settling back in Israel, this time in Jerusalem. During that journey, Yitzchak got married, had 4 children, d...

We sit down with the super positive ball of energy, Brian Spivak. The podcast opens with a spirited discussion of Brian's love for playing ice hockey in the Middle East. Brian also shares a touching story about how he scored the equivalent of a Stanley Cup-winning, Game 7 overtime goal in front of his daughters! Off the ice, Brian shares stories from his exotic travels at sea, sailing with a flotilla of sailboats to far-flung c...