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Connor Barwin stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He and I chat about the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. In addition, he shares the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we discussed his time in the NFL. He shares some fun stories of his playing days. Next we talk about the Make The World Better Foundation he helped to start up and the impact it has on different communities. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.
About Connor Barwin
Connor Barwin and his mom Margaret founded the Make The World Better Foundation (MTWB) in 2013 during his first season playing for the Philadelphia Eagles. They later teamed up with Jeffrey Tubbs, founder of Philly-based youth mentor org Urban Roots, whose track record of responsible, environmentally sustainable, and inclusive real estate projects made him a great choice to become a Co-Founding Member of MTWB. Make The World Better connects people and inspires stewardship through public space revitalization projects. MTWB believes that communities prosper when all people have access to high-quality public spaces that provide safe outlets for recreation, sports, and arts-based activities.
Connor Barwin is part of the Philadelphia Eagles’ football operations department. During the 2024 offseason, he was promoted to head of football development and strategy. Barwin enjoyed a 10-year playing career that included four seasons in Philadelphia. Originally selected by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft, Barwin played in 142 career regular-season games and registered 56.5 sacks. Make sure you follow Connor on Instagram over at @connorbarwin98. Also make sure check out the Make The World Better Foundation website over at mtwb.org.
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About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast
The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.