Dad Bods and Beards

“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.” – Pericles

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with JJ Lund—a good ole boy at heart, a hard-working businessman, and most importantly, a devoted family man.

JJ shares why he believes the old-fashioned values of honesty, grit, and hard work still matter, and how keeping a positive mindset has helped him build multipl...

“Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded.” – Jess Lair

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with Elysia Butler, founder of The Hope Hero Foundation and a passionate voice in youth mental health advocacy.

Elysia shares her journey—from educator to full-time advocate—and how her personal experiences shaped her mission to prevent suicide, build resilience, and give teens the tools to navigate life’s toug...

100 Episodes Strong! 

We're celebrating a major milestone on Dad Bods and Beards — 100 episodes of honest conversations, raw vulnerability, and powerful moments about men's mental health. In this special episode, we revisit our most impactful and favorite clips from the past two years, featuring unforgettable moments with guests like Zachary Levi, Brock Painter, Kyle Quilausing, and Dani Bates. These stories shaped us, chall...

“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” – Khalil Gibran

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with Nick Bright, writer, mental health advocate, and proud representative of the War Trophy Brand, one of our main sponsors of our upcoming Charity Beard Competition in Florida event with Justin Nunley.

Nick opens up about his journey through life-altering health ba...

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” – Aristotle

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with men’s coach and emotional intelligence advocate Joe Speredon for a conversation that hits right where most men avoid: the inner work.

Joe breaks down why emotional intelligence isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a skill set that every man needs to lead, love, and live with purpose. They talk about the importance of slowing down, ...

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” – Helen Keller

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with Diesel Dave—entrepreneur, TV personality, and all-around genuinely good dude—for a conversation that’s as big-hearted as the trucks he builds.

Known for his wild adventures and larger-than-life personality, Diesel Dave shares why authenticity is his true fuel, and how choosing positivity and human kindness has shaped h...

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn

In this episode, the boys sit down with Robert Molling, Owner of 1% Fitness Kitchen and the newest sponsor of Dad Bods & Beards, for a conversation that goes way beyond macros and meal prep

Robert shares how clean eating and fitness aren’t just about looking good, they’re about feeling good, especially when it comes to your mental health. But the story goe...

“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan.” – Jim Rohn

In this episode, the guys sit down with Olympic silver medalist and entrepreneur Bill Schuffenhauer for one of the most powerful stories ever shared on Dad Bods & Beards.

Bill grew up in chaos, the son of a notoriously addicted mother, bouncing between life on the streets and foster care. But when his grandmother took him in...

“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” – James Clear (Atomic Habits)

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with their friend and mentor Corey Bohner—a man who doesn’t do anything halfway. From building a property management empire to leading his family with purpose, Corey’s success is rooted in one thing: systems that work.

Corey shares how discipline, process, and intentional structu...

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” – Aesop

In this episode, the guys sit down with their good friend and bearded brother, Robert Michaelis, for one of the most raw and emotional conversations ever shared on the show.

For the first time publicly, Robert opens up about the darkest chapters of his life. His battle with addiction, the spiral that nearly cost him everything, and the long road back to healing, and those who helped...

"What you are not changing, you are choosing." – Laurie Buchanan

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with award-winning restaurateur and entrepreneur Michael McHenry—inside his own Oak Wood Fire Kitchen—for a raw and honest conversation about what it means to become the man you want to be.

Michael opens up about the mindset behind his success, how he built a career around purpose, and why he believes the stand...

“Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.”— Thomas Merton

In this episode, Logan and Tyson sit down with Dan Young, CEO of PC Laptops, Xidax PCs, and Founder of Ugly Unicorn Fund, to talk about what it really takes to find balance: physically, financially, and spiritually. Dan shares stories from his early days, watching his parents work tirelessly just to make ends meet, and how those humble...

“What you must face, must also face you.” -James Dixon

In this episode, we sit down with James Dixon, the powerhouse voice behind Absolute Motivation. With billions of views and a message that’s helped reshape the mindset of millions, James has built more than a brand, he’s sparked a movement.

We talk about where that fire comes from, how he turned pain into purpose, and why his mission is so much bigger than just motivation. If you’...

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world.” - Albert Einstein

In this episode, we sit down with two creative powerhouses and champions for mental health —Eric Artell of Nerd HQ and Adam Sidwell of Future House Studios—for a deep (and fun) dive into how gaming, storytelling, and nerd culture can actually support mental health in real, meaningful ways.

We expl...

“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” — Khalil Gibran

In this powerful episode, the guys sit down with Jordan Jones on the banks of a beautiful mountain river. Known to many as @RelentlessMomma and @RelentlessAngler on Instagram, Jordan shares her incredible journey from overcoming early trauma and rehab to becoming a resilient single mom of three boys. 

In thi...

“He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior.” - Confucius

In this episode, the guys sit down with their coach and friend, Brock Painter. Speaker, mindset mentor, and founder of Neuromastery—for a raw and powerful conversation about becoming the man you actually want to be.

But this isn’t just about surface-level change. It’s not about getting shredded, grinding harder, or faking confidence. This is about real alignment ...

“It’s like giving the little guy in the back of your mind the microphone and finally allowing him to have a chance to talk” – Logan Petersen

In this episode, Logan shares with Tyson to his personal journey and experiences with at-home ketamine therapy through Mindbloom. Together, they dive into Logan’s otherworldly and almost spiritual experiences with psychedelic therapy. They cover breakthroughs, mental blocks, forgiveness, ch...

“You are always one choice away from a different life.”—Kyle Quilausing

In Part Two of this emotional two-part series, we pick up with Kyle Quilausing on the day he’s finally released from prison, free, but far from finished.

What follows is a brutally honest look at the uphill battle of reentering a world he once let down. Kyle shares the painful but necessary process of reintegrating into society, facing the consequences of...

“You are always one choice away from a different life.” — Kyle Quilausing

In Part One of this special two-part series, the guys sit down with Kyle Quilausing, a former world-ranked junior golfer from Hawaii, whose life took a dramatic turn. From swinging clubs as a kid to becoming the #4 junior golfer in the world and competing against Tiger Woods, Kyle's rise in the golf world was nothing short of extraordinary.

But on t...