The Good Dude Good Dad Podcast

In this episode of the Good Dude Good Dad Podcast, Jordan and Ben sit down with Cody Adams, campus pastor at Vanguard University. Together, they dive into what it really means to be a father, why integrity matters more than perfection, and how men can’t fight life’s giants alone.

From broken marriages and family struggles to accountability, community, and calling, this conversation reminds us that it’s never too late to change. Whe...

In this episode of The Dudes, Jordan, Ben, and George get real about the highs and lows of life, faith, and fatherhood. From bow hunting and skyrocketing gear prices to the raw truth about burnout, depression, and the power of brotherhood, the conversation cuts deep. George shares his struggle with anxiety and the fight to stay resilient, while the guys dive into topics like testosterone, supplements, forgiveness after betrayal, an...

In this powerful conversation, entrepreneur and father of four Michael Rutherford shares how he went from "having it all" to losing everything—business, money, relationships—and finding himself on his knees crying out. What followed was a radical encounter with the Holy Spirit that completely transformed his life.

Michael opens up about weakness, surrender, competition, fatherhood, and what it truly means to be present as a dad. Hi...

In this episode of the Good Dude Good Dad Podcast, Jordan and Ben sit down with longtime friend and tattoo artist Jake “Janky Jake” Berry to talk about the messy, real journey of growth — as an artist, a husband, and a dad. Jake opens up about starting his career giving “janky” tattoos out of his house, building a business in Ireland with his wife, and learning the hard truth that comfort kills growth.

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In this episode of the Good Dude Good Dad Podcast, we sit down with Russell Kimura, founder of Fathers With Daughters. Russell shares his journey of raising daughters and how his passion for creating intentional father-daughter experiences grew into a movement that is impacting dads across the nation.

From organizing father-daughter proms in Hawaii to building mastermind groups that help dads strengthen their relationships, Russell...

In this candid and unfiltered conversation, Jordan, Ben, and returning guest Hollow tackle one of the most polarizing topics of our time: toxic masculinity.

Is the word “masculine” being hijacked? Can you be a strong leader in your home without being labeled toxic? The guys break down what healthy masculinity looks like, why strength and empathy can (and should) coexist, and how to set an example for the next generation of men.

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This past Father’s Day, we had the incredible honor of speaking at Mesa Church in Irvine. In this powerful conversation, we dive into the responsibility, influence, and privilege of fatherhood—what it truly means to lead, love, and live with purpose as a dad. Whether you’re a father, future father, or someone impacted by one, this episode is for you.

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In this deeply personal and powerfully honest episode, we sit down with Bryan Crow of Rise Up Kings to unpack the highs and lows of fatherhood, faith, masculinity, and vulnerability. Bryan shares the emotional story of losing his father to alcoholism, how it shaped his identity, and how he now helps men reclaim purpose and strength through truth, grace, and action. We explore what it means to be a “good dude” and a “good dad” in a ...

n this raw and redemptive episode of Good Dude Good Dad, we sit down with former Green Beret and men's mentor Adam Free for a deep conversation about trauma, fatherhood, masculinity, and faith. Adam shares his powerful story—from childhood abandonment and addiction to the moment he put a gun in his mouth… and heard God speak.

We talk about the silent war many men are fighting, the real reason men are walking away from church, and w...

In this episode of Good Dude Good Dad, we sit down with graphic designer and small business owner Vincent Avila for a raw and inspiring conversation about perseverance, mental resilience, and the quiet battles so many men face. Vince shares how he went from building a dream career to facing financial collapse—while planning his wedding—and how communication, small daily wins, and vulnerability helped him rebuild his life. We explor...

In this powerful episode of the Good Dude Good Dad podcast, we sit down with Justin Nguyen, co-founder of Long Beach Mushrooms, to talk about fatherhood, faith, and what it really takes to bet on yourself. From growing up as a first-generation American to walking away from a stable career to build a business in his garage, Justin gets raw about the fears, failures, and faith that shaped his journey.

He opens up about the mental wei...

In this episode of Good Dude Good Dad, we sit down with former NHL defenseman and Stanley Cup Champion Steven Oleksy for a raw, real, and deeply powerful conversation. From being cut multiple times early in his career to eventually hoisting the Stanley Cup, Steven shares how self-belief, accountability, and relentless grit carried him through the highs and lows of professional sports — and how those same traits now fuel his journey...

In this powerful and raw episode, we sit down with Garrett Martin, founder of Safe Harbor Ranch and Freedom Builders Ministry. Garrett shares his journey from success and comfort to rock bottom and radical transformation. After losing everything in a fire, Garrett found God, healing, and a new calling: helping men break free from silent suffering.

We talk about the trauma men carry, fatherhood, addiction, broken marriages, and the ...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Zach Clinton to talk about the battles men are facing behind closed doors—loneliness, pressure, identity, addiction, and the silent weight of not feeling like enough. Zach shares his personal story of injury, heartbreak, and healing, and opens up about the turning points that shaped his calling to serve men through counseling and leadership. We dig into what it really means to leave a legacy, w...

What happens when the dream dies, the platform crumbles, and you're left with nothing but your thoughts and your faith?

In this raw and powerful episode, we sit down with Ryan Miller—husband, father of four, creator, and ministry leader—as he unpacks the valleys behind the highlight reel. From chasing a career in pro baseball, to building a multi-million dollar documentary that ultimately collapsed, Ryan opens up about the identity...