Joel sits down with Tyler Todt (aka @TyRomper) to talk faith, mornings, mindset, and a practical blueprint for becoming a stronger man, husband, and father. We cover “plan the mission” nightly planning, winning the morning, training hard (“no zeros”), modeling marriage for your kids, dropping distractions, and three steps you can start today. Stick around to the end for Tyler’s rapid-fire action items—and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!

Chapters

00:00 - Intro: faith, mindset, mornings setup

00:25 - Guest intro: Tyler Todt arrives

01:26 - Why men need a blueprint today

03:34 - First things first: Bible, journal, pray

04:45 - Sharpening self to lead family

05:37 - Why morning workouts beat evenings

07:40 - Eat for fuel; simple repeatable meals

09:11 - Roles: Christ, wife, then kids

12:00 - Date nights & modeling marriage

13:59 - “More is caught than taught”

17:19 - Roadmap: framing the best self

17:41 - Create a plan: “Plan the mission” nightly

20:35 - Wake up early: build daily momentum

21:49 - Train hard: your body is your billboard

22:56 - “No zeros” and setting your floor

23:53 - Push-ups & Proverbs family habit

25:31 - Care 0% about others’ opinions

31:08 - Cut distractions: audit your life

34:51 - Three actions to start today

35:58 - Where to find Tyler online

Links

SunlitStudios.com

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #TylerTodt #Fatherhood #ChristianMen #WinTheMorning #MorningRoutine #Marriage #Parenting #Discipline #Mindset #Consistency #SelfImprovement #FaithAndFamily #MenOfFaith #HusbandLife

“If you’ve quit more workouts than you’ve finished, this one’s for you.” Joel sits down with 10-time IRONMAN and father of four Chris Betcher to unpack mental toughness, chunking big goals into bite-size wins, and the “don’t miss twice” approach to discipline. They dig into simplifying men’s health, modeling habits for your kids, trading cheap dopamine for real fulfillment, guarding your family’s screen time, and even how endurance training deepened Chris’s faith. Practical, punchy, and built for busy dads—stick around to the end for where to follow Chris. Like, comment, and subscribe to help more men keep moving forward. 

Chapters

00:00 - Intro hook: why most guys quit

00:23 - Welcome to Raising Rebels

01:04 - What is an IRONMAN? Distances explained

01:47 - Why Chris chose IRONMAN (and did 10)

02:28 - First race success & Kona World Champs

03:04 - Competitive childhood & sports

03:57 - College track at Concordia

04:26 - Training schedule: 15–20 hrs/week

05:35 - Mental game: break it into chunks

06:16 - “Next meal” mindset (Hell Week analogy)

06:58 - In-race checklist: pace, fuel, hydration

08:12 - Who starts vs. who finishes: mindset

09:02 - Carrying resilience into fatherhood

12:31 - Intentional & consistent beats perfect

13:13 - Why men’s health declines in our 20s–30s

14:47 - Simplifying health for real life

15:59 - Teaching kids to do hard things

20:23 - Family garden: hands-on habits

20:51 - Cheap dopamine vs. real rewards

22:14 - Kids, phones, and safeguards

24:16 - Blue light vs. sunlight basics

26:03 - Discipline over motivation

27:02 - Non-negotiables: don’t miss twice

28:02 - Worst-case workout: minimum viable day

29:02 - Health first so Dad can lead

30:13 - Faith formed through endurance

31:35 - Where to find Chris

32:15 - Outro & call to action

Links

SunlitStudios.com

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Ironman #TriathlonTraining #MentalToughness #MensHealth #DoHardThings #Fatherhood #Discipline #NoZeroDays #DopamineDetox #ScreenTime #Parenting #FaithAndFitness #HealthyHabits #FamilyLeadership

Welcome to the very first episode of Raising Rebels! Joel and Tec launch a practical playbook for dads who want to grow as husbands, fathers, and leaders. From personal stories to hard-earned wisdom, they dive into the importance of fatherhood, building family values, raising resilient kids, and pushing back against cultural pressures. Whether you’re a dad, mentor, or leader, this episode will inspire you to lead with purpose and raise the next generation of cultural rebels.

If this video encourages you, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to join the Raising Rebels community!

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro: What Raising Rebels is all about

01:00 - The call to lead as fathers and husbands

02:30 - Meet Joel and Tec: Family and life experience

05:00 - Why fathers are so vital in shaping kids

06:30 - Mentorship beyond fatherhood

08:10 - The need for a playbook for dads

10:00 - What does “raising rebels” really mean?

12:00 - Culture shifts, faith, and fatherhood today

15:00 - Launching arrows, not raising houseplants

17:30 - Modeling rebellion against culture as dads

19:30 - Parents remain the #1 influence on kids

21:00 - Building resilience and courage in children

22:00 - Creating family values and virtues

25:00 - Fail forward: teaching through mistakes

27:00 - Balancing identity, coaching, and family

29:00 - Bringing work stress home vs. being present

31:00 - Final encouragement: grow, lead, raise rebels

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Links

SunlitStudios.com

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Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Fatherhood #ParentingPodcast #FamilyLeadership #ChristianDads #RaisingKids #Mentorship #CulturalRebels #BiblicalParenting #ParentingWisdom #FaithAndFamily #Leadership #DadsMatter #ResilientKids #FailForward

Connection doesn’t “just happen”—it’s built with small, predictable habits. In this episode of Raising Rebels, Joel and Tech share a practical playbook for dads: protect family dinner, use simple prompts like Rose–Thorn–Bud, build weekly traditions, embrace long hugs (hello oxytocin), schedule one-on-one time with kids, and keep pursuing your wife with daily check-ins and date nights. You’ll leave with easy, zero-cost ideas you can start tonight—and a reminder to listen first, fix later. If this helped, please like, comment, and subscribe to grow the impact.      

Chapters

00:00 - Cold Open: Legacy & intentional connection

00:22 - Welcome: Joel & Tech set today’s topic

01:23 - Habits vs Goals: Why small rituals win

03:31 - Play #1: Protect family dinner time

04:33 - Rose–Thorn–Bud: A dinner table prompt

06:10 - Home table vs Eating out (ditch distractions)

08:28 - “Highs & Lows” as a simple swap

09:00 - Play #2: Traditions that stick (pizza, forts, walks)

11:42 - Play #3: Hugs, cuddles & oxytocin

15:03 - Play #4: One-on-one time with each kid

19:40 - Play #5: Daily spouse check-ins

22:09 - Keep dating your wife (free/low-cost ideas)

25:01 - Play #6: Listen first, ask what’s needed

27:51 - Takeaways & outro

Chapters align with the transcript’s section shifts (e.g., dinner at 03:31–04:05; Rose–Thorn–Bud at 04:33–05:35; oxytocin/hugs at 11:42–13:05; 1:1 time at ~15:03–18:10; spouse check-ins at ~19:49–20:06; date night at ~22:09–23:25; listen-first at ~25:01–27:37).     

Links

SunlitStudios.com

@TheBibleShowPodcast

@UnderTheHoodFL

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Fatherhood #ParentingTips #FamilyConnection #FamilyDinner #MarriageAdvice #DateNightIdeas #OneOnOneTime #FamilyTraditions #ListeningSkills #AtomicHabits #Oxytocin #Dads #Habits #IntentionalParenting

Are you busy for your family, but not with them? In EP3 of Raising Rebels, Joel and Tec get practical about intentional fatherhood—simple one-on-ones, tech-free dinners, car-ride devotions, and purpose-driven parenting. They share real stories (stepping away from coaching, a missed family trip), stats that sting, and faith-first habits you can start today. Pick one small action, make time on purpose, and lead at home. Like, comment, and subscribe to help more dads grow.

Chapters

00:00 - Hook: Busy for family… but not with them?

00:17 - Meet the hosts: Joel & Tec

01:18 - The days drag, the years fly

04:43 - The stat that stings: only 46% of dads satisfied with time

05:26 - Coaching vs. home: choosing presence

07:55 - A postcard wake-up call

09:02 - “If you don’t teach your kids…” influence and intention

09:15 - Less than 10 minutes of real talk?

10:40 - Lead spiritually at home (not outsourced)

11:03 - Car-ride devotion and daily rhythm

12:35 - Family prayer & Habits of the Household

14:26 - Blocking time: dinners, one-on-ones, walks

16:27 - Structure builds trust and open convo

17:45 - Tough topics: dating, sex, pornography

18:03 - “Founder’s principle” for first voice

19:35 - “Dad” is a verb: presence over passivity

22:23 - Make the most of every opportunity (Eph 5:15-16)

23:03 - Challenge: pick one intentional step today

24:15 - Closing & call to action

Links

SunlitStudios.com

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Fatherhood #IntentionalParenting #ChristianDads #FaithAndFamily #ParentingPodcast #FamilyTime #OneOnOneTime #TechFreeDinner #CarRideDevotions #BiblicalParenting #MenOfFaith #ParentingTips #TimeWellSpent #LeadAtHome

In this episode of Raising Rebels, Joel and Tec tackle one of today’s biggest parenting challenges—technology’s grip on our kids. From the 2007 iPhone revolution to today’s TikTok generation, they unpack staggering research on screen time, social media, and rising teen anxiety. The hosts share practical steps for reclaiming attention at home—like family phone parking, setting boundaries, and modeling healthy tech habits. Learn how to lead your children in the digital age with wisdom, vigilance, and heart.

👉 Like, comment, and subscribe to support more conversations that strengthen families and raise resilient kids.

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro: When childhood moved online

00:23 - Joel & Tec introduce the mission of Raising Rebels

01:00 - How technology reshaped parenting since 2007

02:10 - Social media’s rapid rise: iPhone to TikTok

03:15 - What the research shows about screen time and depression

05:00 - The scary link between phones and teen mental health

06:00 - Sleep loss, loneliness, and the cost of constant notifications

08:00 - How smartphones are delaying real-world growth

09:20 - Key findings from The Anxious Generation

11:00 - The classroom impact of constant phone dings

13:00 - Global mental health trends since 2010

14:00 - Parenting the device as well as the child

16:00 - Why protection now means digital boundaries

18:30 - Parents as digital role models: living by example

20:00 - Managing notifications and distractions

22:00 - Creating a family technology plan together

23:30 - Talking openly about tech habits with kids

24:40 - The Raising Rebels playbook for digital balance

26:00 - Staying vigilant as tech evolves

27:35 - Closing encouragement: keep growing, keep raising rebels

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Links

SunlitStudios.com

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Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #ParentingInTheDigitalAge #ScreenTime #TeenMentalHealth #SocialMediaImpact #FamilyBoundaries #DigitalParenting #FaithAndFamily #RaisingStrongKids #TechAddiction #ParentingPodcast #FathersLead #ModernParenting #PhoneParking #IntentionalLiving

Kicking off Raising Rebels, Joel and Tech unpack how ‘80s/‘90s freedoms—streetlight curfews, whistle-range adventures, and risky playgrounds—built grit and resilience, and how today’s always-online world, fear-based headlines, and over-monitoring are reshaping childhood. You’ll hear practical ideas to restore free play, teach delayed gratification, anchor the family around church and the dinner table, and make “get outside” a daily habit. Dads: audit your week, make one change, and keep raising rebels. Like, comment, and subscribe to spread the mission.    

Chapters

00:00 - Intro: Why “Raising Rebels” exists

00:17 - Streetlights & whistle range freedom

01:43 - Kids on YouTube: a world that never sleeps

02:34 - Today’s anxiety and overmedication problem

04:30 - Is social media truly “social”?

05:24 - Communication without body language

06:00 - Building resilience on risky playgrounds

07:12 - From free-range to fear-based parenting

07:39 - Gen X & the milk-carton shift to safety

09:03 - Fear-based media and perception of danger

10:08 - “Safest times” vs what your phone shows

11:20 - Free play: argue, solve, lead without adults

12:41 - From play-based to adult-structured childhoods

13:05 - Let kids figure it out (laser tag story)

14:44 - Why removing all struggle stunts growth

16:10 - Grit over fragility: let them try and fail

18:15 - Delayed vs instant gratification in 2025

19:22 - The “marshmallow test” lesson for families

21:26 - Audit instant gratification at home

21:30 - Church as an anchor over sports

25:38 - Family dinner as a non-negotiable ritual

28:09 - Final challenge: get outside together

29:41 - Outdoor play beats endless screens

33:09 - Close: one change this week—raise rebels

Links

SunlitStudios.com

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #DadLife #ParentingTips #FreeRangeParenting #FamilyValues #ResilientKids #FaithAndFamily #DelayedGratification #ScreenTime #OutdoorPlay #DinnerTable #AnxiousGeneration #HelicopterParenting #80sVsNow #DadsLead