Executive coach Jeff Hittner, founder of Ambitious Dads, joins Rod to unpack why so many high-performing men feel confident at work yet uncertain at home. Jeff shares his personal journey into intentional fatherhood, the six big gaps he sees in modern dads (balance, confidence, emotional regulation, community, clarity, and aligned co‑parenting), and how to raise emotionally intelligent kids without losing your identity. We go deep on triggers, repair, redefining what it means to “provide,” and integrating your leadership skills from the office into the living room. If you’ve ever thought, “I’d die for my family,” Jeff challenges you to grow for them—starting today. Practical, vulnerable, and immediately actionable.

In this episode:

• Jeff’s intentional path to fatherhood and why it changed his definition of “dad.”

• The Six Gaps modern fathers face (and how to close them): balance, confidence, emotional regulation, community, clarity/vision for home, co‑parenting expectations.

• Triggers → tools: spotting overreactions, tagging out, apologizing, and repair.

• The new meaning of “provider”: nurture and presence alongside finances.

• Integrating leadership: using your strengths from work to create calm, clear systems at home.

• How to talk with your kids sooner (and better) about hard topics.

Resources Mentioned

• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success — Carol Dweck

• Ambitious Dads (blog, podcast, programs) — ambitiousdads.com

• Coaching site — jeffhittner.com

Connect with Jeff

• Web: ambitiousdads.com | jeffhittner.com

• Podcast: Ambitious Dads

Connect with Rod

• Podcast hub: 4fitfatherhood.com

• IG: @4fitfatherhood

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• 00:40 Welcome • The four pillars & why fatherhood changes the world

• 02:46 Jeff’s story: intentional fatherhood & redefining “father”

• 04:50 From 50 to 200 interviews: what ambitious dads are missing

• 07:19 Confidence at work vs. uncertainty at home

• 08:23 The “low bar” of dad success—and raising the standard

• 09:14 The Six Gaps: balance, confidence, emotions, community, clarity, co‑parenting

• 12:37 Kids mirror us; building emotional self‑awareness & repair

• 15:53 First steps: notice overreactions (triggers) & ask for help

• 19:54 Buckets, valves, and overreaction vs. effective response

• 29:42 Change is uncomfortable: helping kids (and dads) stick with it

• 31:34 Provider, redefined: nurture + presence, not just income

• 35:09 Why two incomes are common—and rewriting role expectations

• 38:48 Integrating work leadership at home (authenticity & energy)

• 55:01 Prepping the “hard talks” (sex, tech, culture) before school does

• 1:01:21 The message Jeff hopes his sons will say about him

• 1:03:12 Rapid fire: book, unlearn, one word, reconnection, brotherhood

• 1:05:23 Where to find Jeff & Ambitious Dads

In this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Matt Morizio — husband, father of seven, former pro baseball player, and wealth advisor — to talk about faith, family, fitness, and finance.

Matt shares his journey from professional baseball to fatherhood and finance, how chapel in the clubhouse grew his faith, and why being intentional is the secret weapon for parenting. Together, Rod and Matt dive deep into:

• Why intention > busyness when raising kids

• Practical ways to teach kids about money (including “Money Mondays” and chocolate chip economics)

• Shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset

• How faith, family, fitness, and finance work together to keep the “roof” of fatherhood standing

• The most powerful words every dad must say to their kids

If you’ve ever struggled to balance providing for your family while being present with them, this episode will give you encouragement and practical tools to lead well.

Follow Matt:
Instagram: @mattmorizio
Free Money Mindset Course: DM him “COURSE” on IG

Follow Rod & 4 Fit Fatherhood:

• Instagram: @4fitfatherhood

• Podcast: www.4fitfatherhood.com

• YouTube: Potential 4 Performance

📝 Episode Summary

On this episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Myer Krah, Navy veteran, father of five, and the voice behind the Here 4 The Dads movement. This is more than just a conversation—it’s a powerful exchange between two men committed to breaking generational cycles and showing up as intentional fathers.

Myer shares how vulnerability became his superpower after military life and why the three C’s—Conversations, Community, and Coaching—are the foundation of everything he’s building for fathers. Rod and Myer dive deep into emotional intelligence, co-parenting empathy, mental health, and the messy, funny realities of raising kids.

Whether you're crushing grapes, forgetting church shoes, or just trying to get your kids to tie their laces, this episode reminds you that you're not alone. It’s honest, funny, and packed with moments that will challenge and encourage any dad to grow.

📍 Learn more about Myer at hereforthedads.com

🎙️ Founder of Here 4 The Dads Podcast & Platform
📍 Website: www.hereforthedads.com
📸 Instagram: @here4thedads
▶️ YouTube: @Here4theDadsPodcast

🔗 Connect with Rod Richard (Host)

🎙️ Host of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast
📍 Website: www.4fitfatherhood.com
📚 Coaching: www.youcancallmecoach.com
📸 Instagram: @4fitfatherhood
▶️ YouTube: @potentialperformance
🎧 Spotify: 4 Fit Fatherhood on Spotify

In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod Richard sits down with Dr. Cedric B. Howard—author, speaker, and higher education leader with over 30 years of experience—to explore what it means to be a father, a leader, and a generational change-maker.

Dr. Howard shares his inspiring journey from being a first-generation college student to becoming a father of two high-achieving children, including a urologist and a naval officer. Together, they unpack the impact of intentional parenting, financial literacy, and building long-term family systems like trusts and generational wealth strategies.

Rod and Dr. Howard dive deep into topics like:

• Raising strong kids by teaching through adversity

• Why every child doesn’t need college, but every child needs post-secondary training

• How to create a family banking system and normalize financial conversations

• The difference between money and finances (and why most of us get it wrong)

• Leading from example and building a fatherhood legacy

Whether you're a new dad or a seasoned father looking to level up, this episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead your family with purpose and intention.

📲 Connect with Dr. Howard: cedricbhoward.com
📕 Book: Freedom: A Step-by-Step Guide to Wealth and Financial Independence
🎧 Listen to more episodes at 4FitFatherhood.com

💪 Want to level up as a father, leader, and man?
Join the 4 Pillar Fatherhood Mastery Program—a transformational coaching experience designed to help you lead with purpose at home and beyond.
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🔑 Episode Summary

In this powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Barry Garapedian—former Wall Street executive turned youth mentor, speaker, and author of Winning the Game of Life: The 7 Lessons You Never Learned in School. Together, they unpack actionable ways fathers can instill values, vision, and confidence in their kids while preparing them for real-world success. From family constitutions and value-based leadership to vision boards, “practice going first,” and handwritten notes, Barry delivers a masterclass in intentional fatherhood.

Whether you're raising toddlers or teens, this episode will shift your mindset on how to lead your family forward.

🎯 Topics Covered:

• Creating a family constitution

• Building self-esteem through action

• Teaching kids to provide value and serve others

• Vision boards as parenting tools

• Profiles in success: a powerful writing exercise for kids

• Financial literacy and “healthy struggle”

• The ROI of impact

📘 Get Barry’s book: Winning the Game of Life
📩 Contact Barry: Barry@magsevenconsultants.com
📲 Connect with Rod: www.4fitfatherhood.com

Episode Summary:

In this heartfelt and powerful episode of the 4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast, Rod sits down with Jeremy B. Hill—entrepreneur, husband of 29 years, father of three, and founder of JB Capital—for a raw and insightful conversation on what it means to lead a legacy-driven life as a man and father.

Jeremy shares how his definition of fatherhood has evolved over time, what it looks like to parent adult children with influence instead of authority, and how faith has become a non-negotiable anchor in his life. From family values to fitness discipline to the pressures of balancing business and belief, this episode is a masterclass in what it means to show up every day as a provider and protector.

Connect with Jeremy:

Website: www.thejeremybhill.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeremy-b-hill-show/id1527579772

Instagram: @thejeremybhill

Connect with Rod:

Instagram: @4fitfatherhood

Website: www.4fitfatherhood.com

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On this episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod sits down with Pastor Aaron Levy – a father of three girls, longtime pastor, and founder of Daily Drip Faith. You’ve heard his voice in our weekly segments, but today we take the time to go deeper.

This episode hits on:

• Authority vs. influence in parenting

• Why you should parent adults-in-training, not just kids

• Lessons from girl dad life and softball games

• Praying for your kids versus preaching at them

• The importance of fatherly presence over perfection

Aaron also opens up about building connection before correction, navigating blended family dynamics, and how a simple act of showing up at a softball field started a friendship built on brotherhood.

This episode is for any dad who wants to lead with integrity, raise resilient kids, and build a legacy rooted in love and faith.

📻 Listen to the full episode on all podcast platforms: 4 Fit Fatherhood📚 Aaron's Devotionals: Amazon - Aaron Levy📸 Instagram: @dailydrip.faith🎧 Podcast: Daily Drip Podcast

👤 Guest Bio – Pastor Aaron Levy

Aaron Levy is a husband, father of three daughters, pastor, and founder of DailyDrip.Faith. With over 15 years in ministry, Aaron is passionate about making faith accessible and practical for men and fathers navigating real-life challenges.

Through his Daily Drip books and podcast, he offers spiritual insight in bite-sized, actionable doses — helping others build a habit of seeking wisdom daily. His transparency, humor, and heart for fatherhood shine in everything he does.

In this week’s episode of 4 Fit Fatherhood, Rod sits down with David Maus Jr., a former auto executive turned wellness advocate and content creator who’s passionate about legacy, intentional living, and being fully present as a father.

They talk about:

• How David learned to stop performing and start being with his family

• His turning point moment as a father—and how it changed everything

• What it means to lead your home like you lead your team

• Why faith and humility are essential to lasting legacy

• The challenge and blessing of raising daughters with intention

David brings transparency, wisdom, and a challenge to all of us: If you want to be a high performer, start at home.

👤 Follow David:
📸 Instagram – @dmausjr
📺 YouTube – David Maus Jr.
🎧 Podcast – The DMJR Podcast🎙️ Hosted by Rod Richard

Helping fathers lead through fitness, fatherhood, and focused faith
📲 Instagram: @4fitfatherhood
🌐 Podcast & Resources: www.4fitafatherhood.com
🎥 YouTube: @4FitFatherhood

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