Derek Lersch Talks Fatherhood, His Song Girl Dad, His Music And More

Derek Lersch sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We get to talk about his song, “Girl Dad” that he wrote when he found out his wife was pregnant. Derek shares the values he looks to instill into his daughter as she is growing up. Next, we talk about his music and … Read more

Dad And Daughter Pop Culture Reviews – Five Musicians & Bands That Are On Our Playlists

This is the third segment of the new series here at the Art of Fatherhood. My oldest daughter, Lily and I will take a look at a topic in the world of Pop Culture and share our thoughts on it. The first one was five books you should check out. The second post was about … Read more

Steve Mesler Talks Fatherhood, Winning Olympic Gold, Classroom Champions & More

Steve Mesler talks to me about being a dad and the fun adventures he and his family have together. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his daughter and the lessons he learned from her. Steve talks about his Olympic experience and winning a Gold Medal. We also talk about the inspiration … Read more

James Laurinaitis Talks Fatherhood, Playing In The NFL & Life After Football

James Laurinaitis sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about being a dad to daughters and the fact he is getting ready for his third daughter. James and I talk about about transition from playing college football at Ohio State to the NFL. He tells me what he is most … Read more

More Than Just Another Birthday – Art of Fatherhood

This week my oldest turns 13. I know that people will tell me to prepare myself as my child becomes a teenager. I understand that “funny” stereotype of a child going crazy as they enter their teen years. Yet as parents know each child is different. For me I feel that communication is key in … Read more

John Driskell Hopkins Talks Fatherhood, Music, His Creative Process & More

John Driskell Hopkins sat down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the joy of being a girl dad. He opens up about balancing work and family. Then we chat about his career and how he was able to follow his passion for music by creating a production company. He talks about … Read more