Search “songs about daughters” on Spotify. There’s no shortage of lyrics about a dads’ love for his little girls. That bond is worth singing about! In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the responsibility of being a girl dad and all the fun, challenges, and joys that come with it. Why This Matters Through their behavior and intention, dads demonstrate to daughters how they should be treated, valued, and loved. Key ...

We’ve all heard the old saying, “Silence is golden.” And sometimes, it absolutely is. But when Dad doesn’t know what to say or do, how does that impact his kids? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about dads being distracted, dumbfounded, and disengaged. Why This Matters Silent dads are distant dads, and kids don’t need distance. They thrive on connection. 3 Kinds of Dad Silence 1. Distracted Dad This happ...

Kids these days, right? Each new generation is presented with challenges. Generation Alpha is facing some big ones, and dads need to understand them all. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about how we can support our kids and grandkids through all their battles. Why This Matters The better we understand this generation, the better we can love them. Who Is Generation Alpha? · These kids...

Do parents have favorites? Even if you say you don’t, research shows you probably do. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about dads showing favoritism, even unknowingly, harms everyone in the house. Why This Matters Siblings who receive less favored treatment tend to have poorer mental health and more strained family relationships. Key Takeaways · You probably DO have a favorite kid: A BYU study sh...

One click and the social media algorithm starts to study you. It begins suggesting things it thinks you’d like. It starts pushing you in new directions. It’s trying to serve you, but also trap you. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about that pesky social media algorithm and how to make it work FOR you, not against you as a dad. Why This Matters Algorithms try to keep your attention and steal your time away from what...

Tossing the football in the yard. Working on cars in the driveway. Reviewing how to be a gentleman on a date. There are so many cool moments dads and son share that it’s hard to pick the best ones. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the joy of being a dad to sons. Why This Matters Sons often grow up to be mini versions of their dads. Building a strong bond today can have generational impact. Key Stat ·&nbs...

Your kids need help with homework. You wife needs you to start dinner. There is a lot of juggling going on. How do dads do it well? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about balancing the roles of husband and father well. Why This Matters It’s important for men to thrive in both of their crucial family roles. Key Takeaways Most U.S. men are dads: About 60 percent of men aged 15 and over are fathers. (U.S. Census Bureau...

Raising kids today seems harder than ever. There are so many things weighing them down, from relationships, school demands, social media, and more. Dads need to guide kids through it all. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, Dr. Chap Clark shares wisdom from his years of experience studying teens and their behavior and tells listeners how to better understand and support their kids. Why This Matters Kids feel pressure­—to perform, fit in, and be liked. This causes friction and tension,...

Cristiano Ronaldo was paid $3.23M for his IG marketing posts in 2023. Why? What he says sticks with a lot of people, including kids. He’s not the only one influencing young people. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about what influences kids the most. Why This Matters Kids aged 12–18 are considered the most vulnerable when it comes to being influenced. Key Takeaways Kids have many influences including primary, secondary, i...

There is no safe level of cigarette consumption. It causes lung cancer, heart disease, and many other problems. But there’s something the U.S. Surgeon General claims is even worse for your health: loneliness. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the male loneliness epidemic and how it’s impacting our kids. Loneliness increases feelings depression, dementia, stroke, anxiety, and cardiovascular illness. Why This Mat...

Legendary football coach Tony Dungy spent all day thinking about Xs and Os. The last thing he wanted to do with his kids was play Madden video games after work. But, he grabbed the controller anyway because that’s what they wanted to do. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about how to connect with your child. Connecting with our kids can be challenging. Today, we list ways to bond with kids of any age. Why This Matter...

How do multiple kids, raised in the same home, turn out so differently? And how do they act nothing like you? The childhood expert on this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast says it’s all about their natural wiring. Host Ted Lowe talks with author Kathleen Edelman about temperament in childhood. Why This Matters Understanding our kids’ temperament better helps us love them better. Key Takeaways Personality and temperament are different: Personality is constantly changing. Temperament is innat...

Happiness is contagious… if we want it to be. In this episode of the All Pro Dad podcast, Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to share a surprising truth about marriage and happiness. Forget the old saying "happy wife, happy life"—we're exploring why your happiness when your wife is happy is the real key to a joyful and thriving relationship for both of you. Key Takeaways The Marriage Myth: Research suggests simply being married doesn't guarantee happiness. Happiness is Contagious...

You’re probably not 8-foot-11 like Robert Pershing Wadlow, the world’s tallest man, but you are likely taller than your kids. Do they look up to you for any other reasons? In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by Bobby Lewis to talk about the things we need to be to become a good dad. Our goal as dads should be to connect with our children, which can be a challenge sometimes. Our size can make us feel loud, scary, or intimidating to them. How do we get down...

Is pornography a good teacher? Many teens think so. Nearly half of teens surveyed believe “porn gives helpful information about sex.” This should be a red flag for dads. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster to talk about how to have honest and open conversations about the dangers of pornography. Why This Matters Pornography is a problem that is not going away. There is no such thing as casual porn consumption. Key Takeaways Porn is Everywhere:...

“No! I don’t want to!” How many times have dads heard something like this? Is it defiance, or something else? Kids talking back is part of growing up. Dads need to know how to react when their children get mouthy. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about keeping our cool when this happens in our homes. Why This Matters There are different kinds of “talking back,” and handling them all the same could lead to friction in your...

As kids, we all loved Batman, Superman, and Spiderman. Seeing heroes don their cape and stop the bad guys was fun and exciting. Now, we’re all grown up and we’ve become the heroes we adored. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about what it means to protect our families. Don’t worry about the cape thing. You don’t need it to guard your family. It’s more than just preventing physical harm. Being a protector is multi-lay...

Dads provide a home, food, and clothing for their kids, but that’s just the start. Dads also offer guidance, love, support, and leadership in their homes, and that’s a very big deal. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the underrated things dads do. This list could go on and on forever, but we narrowed it down to a few key things. You kids may never notice you doing them. You may never get a pat on the back. But ...

Diapers are hard. Terrible twos are no picnic. Middle and high school? Prepare for battle, Dad. It seems like every phase of parenting presents its own unique challenges. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the hardest age to parent. If your kids are little, you may be wondering if parenting ever gets easier. It depends on the kids and depends on their age. The truth is, no matter how tough today feels, your role...

Is your kid a chatterbox or tight-lipped like a vice? No matter how often your son or daughter opens up, one thing is true—they really want you to listen. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to break down why parents should listen to their child. Why This Matters Listening well is the key to effective communication between kids and dads. What Happens When We Listen? 1. You show them their words have value 2. You encourage emotional ...