The Dad Project

At The Dad Project, we find experienced dads who have had success in raising kids. We ask them to give short talks, sharing what has worked for them and what hasn't. Our goal is to help men everywhere become the dads they were meant to be. And our hope is to change the world for the better, one dad at a time. To help cover recurring costs, if you'd like to make a donation, please click here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MAQZ536WXKXXE

Episodes

Episode 42: Can't Give What You Don't Have

May 2, 2025 • 13 mins

In this episode, we tackle the challenge of becoming the fathers our children need, even when we haven't had a strong example ourselves. We explore practical strategies for building virtue, forming new family legacies, and intentionally shaping our children's character. By emphasizing self-assessment, strategic planning, and the power of example, we uncover the tools to break cycles and create a lasting impact. Listen in as we reve...

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Episode 41: In Memoriam: Jim Tierney

July 18, 2022 • 5 mins

Ashton Ellis pays tribute to our cofounder, Jim Tierney. You can visit Jim's blog at: https://fortitudine-withfortitude.blogspot.com/ To support the Dad Project, visit: http://www.dadproject.net/ Podcast Production Services by https://EveryWord.Media

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Episode 40: Raising Daughters, Part 2

August 1, 2021 • 43 mins

In this Episode, Jim Tierney interviews Ginny Boles, oldest daughter of Martin Boles, a frequent contributor to The Dad Project podcast. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 39: Raising Daughters, Part 1

July 17, 2021 • 14 mins

This episode is the first in a two-part series on raising daughters. Colin Brady gives practical advice regarding how dads can be successful in raising daughters. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 38: True Love

February 9, 2021 • 12 mins

In this episode of The Dad Project, Jim Tierney discusses the meaning of true love and how understanding what true love means can help us be better husbands and dads. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 37: What I Say to a Friend Who is Considering Divorce

December 26, 2020 • 19 mins

In this episode, Jim Tierney shares the advice he has given friends who are considering divorce and have asked for his help. Disclaimer: Jim Tierney is not a licensed professional, and this episode is not intended to be a substitute for marriage counseling. Some individuals' marital situations might require immediate separation for the safety of one or more of the parties. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://ncca...

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Episode 36: Relocating

October 31, 2020 • 15 mins

In this episode, Ashton Ellis discusses a dad's role in making a family relocation successful. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 35: So Now You're a Homeschooling Dad

October 6, 2020 • 38 mins

In this episode, homeschooling dad Joe Foster gives advice on how dads can support moms who have been thrust into distance learning or who have chosen to begin homeschooling. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 34: Dad Coaching for Your Rebuilding Period

September 26, 2020 • 27 mins

In this episode, leadership coach Kumar Kibble brings us back to the fundamentals of being a good dad. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 33: Dads, Detachment, and COVID-19

September 15, 2020 • 13 mins

In this episode, Jim Tierney discusses idols that dads should on guard against worshiping and practical ways that we can grow in the virtue of detachment. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 32: Sincerity

May 27, 2020 • 12 mins

In this episode of The Dad Project, Adam Mering discusses the need for dads to work on the virtue of sincerity both at home and at work. Adam works in the temporary staffing industry. He and his wife have six children. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 31: Dad in the Time of Coronavirus - A Playbook

April 17, 2020 • 21 mins

In this episode of The Dad Project, Jim Tierney discusses how dads can turn the adversity of being under stay at home orders into good for their families. Jim is co-founder of The Dad Project. He and his wife have 10 children. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 30: Patience

March 4, 2020 • 18 mins

In this episode of The Dad Project, Rich Meyer discusses why it is critically important that dads model patience in the home. Rich is a Chicago native who currently works as the headmaster of a high school in Orange County, California. He and his wife have eight children.

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Episode 29: Friendship in the Home

February 11, 2020 • 18 mins

In this episode of The Dad Project, Jim Tierney discusses the need for dads to model good friendships as both husbands and fathers. Jim is co-founder of The Dad Project. He and his wife have 10 children. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 28: Adulting 101, Part 2

January 10, 2020 • 43 mins

This episode of The Dad Project is a live recording of the second in a two-part series we're calling Adulting 101. In Part 2, Ashton Ellis covers the topic of "Financial Adulthood" and addresses the challenges a head of household must consider when raising a family in an expensive urban center. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 27: Adulting 101, Part 1

December 22, 2019 • 37 mins

This episode of The Dad Project is a live recording of the first in a two-part series we're calling Adulting 101. In Part 1, Kirby Fike shares a personal testimonial about the process of realizing that he needed to become an adult, and how he decided what he needed to focus on. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience and is followed up with audience Q&A. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.c...

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Episode 26: Patriotism

November 9, 2019 • 10 mins

In this episode, Ashton Ellis discusses the true meaning of patriotism and gives suggestions for how dads can help foster it in children. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 25: Magnanimity

October 28, 2019 • 12 mins

In this episode, Jim Tierney introduces the virtue of magnanimity and discusses why it is vitally important for dads to exhibit. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 24: Being an Excellent Lover

October 12, 2019 • 12 mins

In this episode, Ashton Ellis discusses how we can become better dads by loving others better, starting with our wives. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episode 23: Forming the Conscience

September 15, 2019 • 11 mins

In this Episode, Jim Tierney gives some practical tips for forming the conscience of children. Podcast Production Services by NCC Audio - https://nccaudio.com

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Episodes

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Episode 40: Raising Daughters, Part 2

Episode 39: Raising Daughters, Part 1

Episode 38: True Love

Episode 37: What I Say to a Friend Who is Considering Divorce

Episode 36: Relocating

Episode 35: So Now You're a Homeschooling Dad

Episode 34: Dad Coaching for Your Rebuilding Period

Episode 33: Dads, Detachment, and COVID-19

Episode 32: Sincerity

Episode 31: Dad in the Time of Coronavirus - A Playbook

Episode 30: Patience

Episode 29: Friendship in the Home

Episode 28: Adulting 101, Part 2

Episode 27: Adulting 101, Part 1

Episode 26: Patriotism

Episode 25: Magnanimity

Episode 24: Being an Excellent Lover

Episode 23: Forming the Conscience

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