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Colt McCoy: What Is Your Family Values Game Plan?

In this heartfelt episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe and co-host BJ Foster are joined by NFL quarterback Colt McCoy to discuss the significance of intentional fatherhood. Reflecting on his legendary football career and his most important role as a father of four, Colt highlights the importance of having a structured family game plan.

Colt shares his family motto, L3H3: Love God, Love Family, Love Others, and embody Humility, Honor, and Hard Work. This guiding framework has helped Colt and his family navigate life’s challenges with clarity and consistency. He offers practical advice on how these values strengthen family bonds and create a thriving environment for growth.

The conversation also explores balancing the demands of a professional football career with the responsibilities of parenting. Colt opens up about the joys and difficulties of raising young children while encouraging fathers to remain present and intentional in their leadership. The episode wraps up with actionable tips for dads and a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of fatherhood.

Key Episode Highlights:

• Colt McCoy's Family Life: Balancing professional football and parenting (01:31)
• The Importance of a Family Game Plan: How vision strengthens family bonds (04:38)
• Creating a Family Motto, L3H3: A framework for intentional parenting (05:53)
• Challenges and Rewards of Parenting: Managing demands and finding joy (09:03)
• Encouragement for Dads: Advice for being present and consistent (16:01)

APD Pro Move:
"Define your family’s game plan today. A clear set of values or a motto—like Colt McCoy's L3H3—provides a powerful framework for intentional parenting."

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In this insightful and entertaining episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by marriage and family advocates Rodney Bussell and Jeremy Donovan to explore the many facets of making a marriage work. Together, they unpack topics that every couple faces: financial pressures, effective communication, and navigating the complexities of parenting, especially in blended families. They offer their own experiences and humor through a light-hearted game called "Hurricane or Honeymoon," examining how marriage can feel calm and sunny one day and stormy the next. Key lessons include the value of honest communication, understanding each other's needs, and serving one another as foundational principles for a strong relationship. The episode wraps with actionable advice, including a “pro move” for listeners to implement in their marriages.

Important Episode Timestamps:
(00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast
(00:19) Meet the Guests: Rodney Bussell and Jeremy Donovan
(00:27) Discussing Marriage: Challenges and Insights
(01:12) Game Time: Hurricane or Honeymoon
(10:02) Diving Deeper: Personal Stories and Challenges
(16:08) Parenting and Marriage: Balancing Act
(21:02) Final Thoughts and Advice for Dads
(24:33) Conclusion and Farewell

APD Pro Move:
“Find an area in your life to better serve your spouse and implement it this week.”
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In this insightful episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Jason Hood to discuss the challenges fathers face in maintaining their health. With research indicating that fathers often experience poorer cardiovascular health than non-fathers, the trio explores common unhealthy habits—like lack of exercise, insufficient sleep, and procrastination—and how these impact overall well-being.

Practical Tips for Building Healthy Habits
The conversation covers actionable strategies to improve health, including habit stacking, setting achievable goals, and budgeting time for wellness. These practical steps encourage dads to prioritize health, so they can better support their families.

Key Topics Covered

• Common unhealthy habits for dads
• The impact of fatherhood on health
• Tips for time management and goal-setting
• How to break the procrastination cycle
• The positive ripple effect of healthy lifestyle choices

Episode Highlights
00:00 – Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast
00:17 – Meet the Hosts and Guests
00:44 – Question of the Week: Is Fatherhood Bad for Your Health?
01:34 – Top Unhealthy Habits of Americans
03:40 – How Fatherhood Impacts Health
05:51 – Real Challenges Dads Face
07:13 – Healthy Habits and Why They Matter
07:30 – Practical Tips for Healthier Living
12:41 – Overcoming Procrastination
22:52 – The Domino Effect of Positive Health Choices
23:27 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement
23:57 – Closing Remarks and Resources

APD Pro Move:
"Start small with achievable goals, like adding a short walk or setting a weekly exercise day. Habit stacking can help make healthier choices feel more natural."

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How Do I Parent in a Social Media World?

In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis and Jason Hood to explore parenting challenges in the social media age. They discuss the right age for kids to get smartphones, teens' time on platforms like TikTok, and how younger children are on social media.

Key Takeaways:

• Delay smartphone use and promote real-life activities to develop healthier habits.
• Understand the benefits and risks of social media with learning opportunities on issues like cyberbullying and addiction.
• Use practical strategies such as monitoring accounts, setting boundaries, and rewarding phone-free family time to build strong in-person connections.

Actionable Tips:

1. Participate and engage with your child on social media.
2. Monitor accounts and know their passwords.
3. Set clear ground rules and replace screen time with healthier activities.
4. Stay calm and empathetic—remember, the phone isn’t the enemy.
5. Be the example your kids follow.

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Important Episode Timestamps:
(00:00) Welcome to the All Pro Dad Podcast
(00:23) Introducing Today’s Big Topic
(00:53) Quiz: Social Media and Kids
(02:39) First Social Media Experiences
(03:33) Kids and Social Media Usage
(05:46) The Pros and Cons of Social Media
(09:54) The Impact of Social Media on Kids
(11:00) Balancing the Positives and Negatives
(12:39) Parental Concerns and Strategies
(15:16) Practical Tips for Parents
(20:42) Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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APD Pro Move:
“Ask your kids what they think are the pros and the cons of social media? Maybe they'll surprise you.”

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In this thought-provoking episode of the All Pro Dad podcast, dads and hosts Ted Lowe, BJ Foster, and Mark Merrill tackle the challenging yet crucial topic of teaching children about politics.

Navigating Politics with Your Children

Parents can help their children constructively navigate these conversations by actively listening and modeling respectful political discourse.

Personal Stories and Resources

We recommend helpful resources, such as The Space Between Us by Sarah Anderson, to further explore the dynamics of respectful dialogue, especially in politically charged times.

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Important Episode Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction and Today's Topic

(00:33) Teaching Kids About Politics

(02:03) Listening and Asking Questions

(02:12) Personal Experiences in Politics

(04:45) Respect and True North

(06:32) Considering the Source

(08:52) Encouraging Open Dialogue

(10:57) Reflecting on Personal Example

(12:04) The Power of No Labels

(14:02) Respecting Different Opinions

(16:58) Sharpening Through Opposing Views

(18:44) Hope for a Brighter Future

(19:28) Teaching Kids to Talk Politics

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APD Pro Move:

“If you’ve got smaller kids, pay attention to how they're reacting to politics, particularly what they are being exposed to. Then ask questions based on what you’re seeing. Remind older kids to talk about politics in an honorable way. It's time to start those conversations.”

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This week, both All Pro Dad and iMOM ask, “How is your phone use affecting your kid?” For insight, we consulted Joey Odom, the co-founder of Aro. His company was started by him and a buddy, Heath Wilson. The dads hoped to help families like theirs talk openly about screen time and the tension that exists between us and our smartphones. Odom has done a ton of research focusing on the life that happens once we put down the phones.

Screens are part of daily life. From smartphones to tablets, we find ourselves constantly connected. However, this comes with hidden costs, especially for parents. Studies have shown that parents who are frequently on their devices are less engaged with their children, leading to a decrease in meaningful interactions. This can result in children feeling neglected or undervalued and can hinder self-esteem.

Reducing screen time is key. Odom says to start small, reducing your screen time by 15 minutes each day, and cutting further from there. The Aro app is a great tool for this, and helps users track and manage screen time.

It won’t work if we ask kids to do something we’re not willing to do ourselves. Parents should lead by example with phones, demonstrating healthy digital habits that children can emulate. A small move you can try this week is to not bring your phone to the dinner table.

Odom’s three suggestions for parents:
1.Spend an hour apart from your phone daily
2.Establish sacred times and spaces in your home
3.Search for opportunities for connection

Bottom line: Your phone is a powerful tool that can overpower everything in your life if you let it.

SAVE MONEY!! Aro is giving All Pro Dad and iMOM listeners a discount on its Aro box. Use the code FAMILYFIRST at checkout to save.

Other resources:
All Pro Dad Episode 39 – Is My Kid Addicted to Screen Time?

iMOM Episode 66 – Is Your Family Experiencing Technoference?

iMOM Episode 80 – Socializing Through Screens

10 Rules For Children and Cell Phones

4 Ways Your Teenager’s Phone is Trying to Replace You

3 Warnings to Dads Before Your Give Your Kids a Phone

Learn more about Aro

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There are a lot of concerns and worries over the use of AI, but there are also plenty of reasons to be excited about the technology. Dads have the opportunity to use the tech to have a ton of AI fun with their kids. Ted Lowe, Bobby Lewis, and Buck Buchanan toss out ideas we can use AI to make lasting memories with our kids.

Why should you have some AI fun with your kids? For starters, it’s believed using AI can improve social skills and brain development, and also spark curiosity and exploration. AI can boost creativity and invite kids to think critically. If you’re using it with your kids, you’re also connecting and spending quality time together.

What are common ways dads are using AI with their kids?

· Use AI to create fun science experiments.

· Use AI to turn a trip to the park into a learning experience.

· Use AI to create (or continue) a bedtime story for your child.

· Use AI to write fun riddles and jokes.

All Pro Dad has researched how kids may utilize AI socially. Two popular ways kids are already using AI are as a friend and a therapist.

We get it if the idea of spending time creating fake images, songs, and other goofy things with your kids sounds odd. But, if they like it, consider embracing it with enthusiasm.

Bottom line: AI isn’t going away, so embrace the fun side of it with your kids.

Pro Move: If your kids are asking to use it, do some research on which AI apps or websites would be a good fit for your family. Participate together and make some memories.

Other resources:

Introduction to AI for Dads (See an entire series of AI content with this link)

5 Unique Uses for AI at Home to Make Learning Fun

2 Ways Your Child Might Engage Socially with AI – Part 1

2 Ways Your Child Might Engage Socially with AI – Part 2

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What is a deepfake? It is defined as a video, photo, or audio recording that seems real but has been manipulated with AI. They have become deeply concerning to parents around the world because of how realistic they look. Technology has advanced so much that it’s becoming hard to tell what reality and what’s fiction, and that has dangerous implications for parents. Ted Lowe, Bobby Lewis, and Jason Hood break down how people are using AI to create confusing and harmful content.

A whopping 73% of parents told the polling service Barna that they’re “concerned” about kids using AI. Maybe that’s because kids across the nation have begun using AI to create deepfakes to bully peers. In multiple states, students have been caught creating fake images of classmates, often involving nudity. It’s a tricky offense to prosecute since many states don’t have laws against AI-generated material yet. The fact that deepfakes are technically not “real” images presents another legal challenge to keeping users in check.

What are parents supposed to do? Here are a few tips if you’re worried about AI deepfakes impacting your child:

1. Stay informed about AI-generated capabilities.

2. Educate your kids about AI with your values in mind.

3. Establish clear tech rules before letting your child use a chatbot.

4. Try out an AI image-creator together before handing over the tool.

5. Take steps to protect your kids from predators who use AI tech.

Bottom line: AI isn’t going away, so stay up to date on all the ways it’s being used and expect constant changes.

Pro Move of the Week: Ask your kids if they know what a “deepfake” is. Talk about what your family feels are appropriate and inappropriate ways to use AI.

Other resources:

5 Ways to Keep Kids Safe With AI Images and Deepfakes

3 Insights for Parenting in the Age of AI

4 Warning Bells as AI Continues to Influence the World

AI Quiz 1

AI Quiz 2

AI Images That Went Viral in 2023

Baltimore School Firing Over AI-generated Audio (NPR)

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