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  • EP#159: Unfiltered Journeys: Life and Lessons Beyond the Norm
    2025/08/29
    In this episode, we speak with Jack McMahon, a relatable voice sharing his journey from a small town in Ohio to military service, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Jack opens up about his childhood, the struggles with authority, and the drive to leave a meaningful legacy for his child. Through candid conversations, we explore themes of resilience, growth, and the pursuit of purpose in a world that often feels overwhelming. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that encourages listeners to embrace their own unique journeys and the lessons they hold.#podcast #realtalk #unfiltered Jack’s Website: https://jemcmahon.com/X: @JeMcMahon3
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    1 時間 12 分
  • EP#158: Marine Veteran Talks Survival Skills, Veteran Suicide, and Finding Purpose After War
    2025/08/26
    A raw and unfiltered conversation with a Marine Corps veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, Rich Brown. We dive into military life, survival skills, prepping, veteran suicide prevention, losing purpose after service, consumerism in America, and what real independence looks like.From learning how to build a fire and stocking food to dealing with traumatic brain injury and finding community again, this episode is a deep dive into life after war, resilience, and self-reliance.🔹 Topics Covered:• Life as a Marine & teaching at Quantico• Survival skills, prepping & off-grid living• The truth about veteran suicide and purpose• Community, family, and modern culture• Coffee, Crown Royal, and living simplyIf you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to transition from the battlefield to civilian life, or how to prepare your own family for uncertain times, this episode is for you.Rich’s Website: https://honorboundfit.com/YouTube: @RichBrown_SheepdogAlpha👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more real talk on life, history, politics, survival, and everything in between.#MarineVeteran #SurvivalSkills #VeteranStories #PreppingLife#MilitaryLife #VeteranSuicideAwareness #SelfReliance#LifeAfterWar #AmericanVeteran #PurposeAndResilience#CoffeeAndConversation #PodcastClips
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    2 時間 7 分
  • EP#157: Back-to-School Chaos, Parenting Struggles & Summer Reflections
    2025/08/22
    In this episode of Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad, Ricky sits down with his wife Ashley to talk about the realities of back-to-school season, parenting a child with autism, and the bittersweet end of summer. From separation anxiety, routines, and sleepless nights to car troubles, missed adventures, and a Fourth of July full of memories — this conversation is raw, relatable, and full of real-life laughs.We also share updates about the podcast’s future, exciting upcoming guests, and why connecting with you — the listeners — matters so much.👉 Drop a comment with the topics you’d like us to cover or guests you’d love to see on the show!
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    21 分
  • EP#156: From Bankruptcy to Breakthrough: Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy & The Podcast Hustle
    2025/08/19
    What does it really take to succeed as an entrepreneur? In this episode, Paden Squires and I dive deep into the unfiltered journey of risk-taking, resilience, and financial lessons learned the hard way. From overcoming bankruptcy during COVID-19 to building a podcast studio from scratch, our conversation covers:Why financial literacy isn’t taught in schools—and why it should beThe real struggles and sacrifices of entrepreneurship (and why quitting isn’t an option)How podcasting became a tool for growth, connection, and purposePractical money insights from a CPA on wealth-building vs. incomeThe mindset shift needed to turn setbacks into successIf you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, podcaster, or anyone looking for inspiration to push through hard times, this episode will give you raw stories, valuable lessons, and motivation to keep going.Paden’s Website: https://www.padensquires.com/Business Website: https://www.squirestaxplanning.com/
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    1 時間 55 分
  • EP#155: ADHD is a Superpower? The Truth About Raising Boys & Emotional Intelligence
    2025/08/15

    Are we wrong about ADHD? Psychologist Gloria Vanderhorst, with 50+ years of experience, explains why attention deficit might actually be an advantage—fueling innovation, creativity, and leadership. We dive deep into how boys are raised, why emotional intelligence matters more than ever in the AI age, and how parents can break free from outdated patterns.Gloria shares insights from her book Read, Reflect, Respond and gives a preview of her upcoming release on how NOT to mess up raising your sons. This is a must-watch for parents, educators, and anyone curious about ADHD, psychology, and raising emotionally healthy kids.

    📖 Get Gloria’s Book: https://a.co/d/eVrLurk

    🌐 Visit Gloria’s Website: https://drvanderhorst.com/

    Timestamps

    00:00 – ADHD: Disability or Hidden Advantage?

    05:30 – Why Boys Lose Emotional Expression

    12:00 – ADHD and CIA/FBI Recruitment

    18:00 – How Screens Are Hurting Communication Skills

    27:00 – Emotional Training for Parents

    40:00 – Risk Taking & Innovation

    55:00 – How Male Friendships Affect Health

    1:02:00 – Virtual Therapy & Gloria’s Practice

    #ADHD #Parenting #Psychology #EmotionalIntelligence #RaisingBoys #ParentingTips #GloriaVanDerHorst #CoffeeWithBeardedBadDad


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    1 時間 7 分
  • EP#154: Life Aboard a Navy Submarine: Stoicism, Just War Theory, and Mental Toughness
    2025/08/12

    In this episode of Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad, Ricky sits down with career Navy officer William Spears to talk about life on a submarine, military culture, and the mindset needed to thrive in high-pressure environments. From silent running deep under the ocean to the philosophy of Stoicism, William shares insights on leadership, just war theory, deterrence, mental toughness, and how ancient wisdom applies to modern military service. They also discuss the masculinity crisis, personal accountability, and the power of resilience in an age of comfort and distraction.

    If you’ve ever wondered what submarine life is really like—or how philosophy shapes the morality of war—this conversation is for you.William’s Book: Stoicism As a Warrior Philosophy: https://a.co/d/c8xIdhB

    William’s Website: https://williamcspears.com/


    0:00 – Intro & Navy career background

    1:24 – Life aboard a submarine

    3:52 – Silence, stealth, and the smell of a sub

    10:40 – Stoicism as a warrior’s philosophy

    15:57 – Just war theory explained

    27:22 – Masculinity crisis & mental toughness

    41:23 – Avoiding major conflicts through deterrence

    53:33 – Personal accountability & overcoming hardship

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    1 時間 56 分
  • Ep#153: Pastor Zach Terry Talks War, Faith, Family & UFOs
    2025/08/08

    Pastor Zach Terry was in Israel on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched its deadly attack. In this powerful conversation, we discuss what really happened on the ground that day, the ideological war unfolding globally, and how it ties to faith, prophecy, and American culture.

    We also dive into:• What it's like being in Israel during rocket attacks

    • The rise of anti-Christian and anti-Jewish sentiment

    • The blurred lines between politics, faith, and war

    • Why Christian values and family dinners are making a comeback

    • Addiction, redemption, and real parenting in modern America• Growing your own food (and cannabis)

    • Are UFOs actually demons? What does the Bible say?

    • Biblical prophecy, Ezekiel's wheel, and the rise of spiritual warfare

    • Could WWIII already be underway?

    👀 If you're hungry for real talk, open minds, and unfiltered conversations — this one’s for you.

    📺 Subscribe to Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad for more unfiltered episodes on faith, freedom, politics, family, and the unexplained.

    https://zachterry.org/

    YouTube: ⁨@CodeRedTalk⁩ #Israel #October7 #ChristianPodcast #PastorZachTerry #FaithAndPolitics #FamilyValues #WWIII #UFOs #Prophecy #Homesteading #AddictionRecovery #Zionism #BiblicalTruth #RealTalkPodcast

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    2 時間 4 分
  • Ep#152: The Truth About Burnout and Reinventing Yourself
    2025/08/05

    What happens when two men from completely different paths find common ground in burnout, family sacrifice, and rebuilding their lives from the ground up?

    In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode of Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad, Ricky sits down with business, life, and leadership coach Jay Meacham to talk about everything from quiet quitting corporate jobs to starting over, raising kids, and the power of small, intentional choices.

    🔥 Topics include:

    • Burnout and walking away from the grind

    • Life as a stay-at-home dad

    • Reclaiming time, purpose, and freedom

    • Faith, authenticity, and emotional honesty

    • The truth behind the coaching industry

    • Curiosity, UFOs, and collective consciousness

    Whether you're stuck in a job that’s draining your soul or dreaming of a simpler, more intentional life, this episode will hit home. No fluff. No gurus. Just two real men being real about life, work, and what truly matters.

    Jay Meacham LinkedIn:

    linkedin.com/in/jay-meacham-6a66668

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    2 時間 31 分