The Fatherless Future: Are We Letting AI Raise Our Kids?

The Fear No One Talks About —

Fear is running the modern workplace — fear of AI, fear ofbeing replaced, fear of speaking up, fear of failing, and fear of chasing the life people actually want. In this episode, Ed breaks down the silent fears employees carry, the hidden fears leaders never admit, and Don’t say Anything!The cultural fear that keeps organizations stuck. This is a raw look at how fear shapes performance,communication, culture, and identity — and how leaders can turn fear into clarity, confidence, and action. Because the truth is simple: fear is the invisible forceholding people back — at work and in life — and it’s time to call it out.

Strong Parents. Strong Kids

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Hardy — a men’s andwomen’s health specialist who helps people rebuild their energy, restore their vitality, and take ownership of their well‑being. We talk about the truth most parents overlook: your kidsdon’t learn health from what you say… they learn it from what you do. This conversation goes deep into: This conversation goes deep into: How your daily habits shape your children’s future The connection between physical health, emotional stability,and leadership at home Why men and women experience stress and burnout differently How parents can model resilience, discipline, and self‑carewithout preaching The hidden ways your lifestyle becomes your child’sblueprint What it really means to lead your family by example If you’re a parent, a partner, or someone working to becomehealthier for the people you love — this episode will hit home. #HealthAndLeadership #FamilyCulture #ParentingTruth#MindsetMatters #WellnessJourney #LeadByExample #EdFranklin #BryanHardy

The Fatherless Future: Are We Letting AI Raise Our Kids?

In a world where kids spend more time with screens than withthe people raising them, a quiet shift is happening inside our homes. AI isn’t just helping with homework or entertainment anymore — it’s becoming the voice shaping identity, confidence, and emotional habits. In this episode, Ed breaksdown the uncomfortable truth: we’re outsourcing presence without realizing it. This is a conversation about leadership, fatherhood, and thefuture of family culture. It’s not anti‑tech — it’s a wake‑up call. Because if we don’t step back into the center of our kids’ lives, algorithms will. And the cost of that isn’t convenience… it’s connection. Ed lays out what’s happening, why it matters, and how tobuild an “AI‑proof home” where kids grow up grounded, resilient, and led byreal people — not machines. #Parenting2026 #AIParenting #DadTalk #RaisingStrongKids#FamilyCulture#ModernParenting #RaisingKidsToday #DigitalChildhood#PresentOverPerfect #DadLife#LeadershipAtHome #FutureOfParenting #AIAndFamily#RaisingLeaders #FatherhoodMatters

The Leader Your Kids Think You Are

Every dad carries two identities: the one he believes he’s showing his kids… and the one they’re actually experiencing. In this episode of Raising 10, Ed breaks down the gap between intention and impact — the blind spots, the habitswe overlook, and the moments that quietly shape our family culture. You’llhear real stories, practical leadership insights, and the uncomfortable truth every father needs to face: Your kids are learning from you even when you’re not teaching. If you want to raise leaders, not followers, it starts with the version of you they see every day.   #Raising10#Fatherhood #FamilyLeadership #LeadAtHome #DadLife #ParentingTruths#IdentityMatters #FamilyCulture #RaisingLeaders #NoLimits

Raising Outdoor Stewards: Parenting, Equity, and the Power of Nature with Scott Shepherd

In Episode 20 of Raising 10, we sit down with ScottShepherd, M.Ed — a passionate father, environmental educator, and leader dedicated to expanding equitable access to the outdoors. With over a decade of experience working with students, teachers, and communities from pre-K through adulthood, Scott brings a rare blend of parenting wisdom, educational insight, and deep commitment to environmental stewardship. We explore how nature can transform the way we raise ourkids, why equitable access to outdoor spaces matters, and what it takes to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders. Scott shares stories from mentoring teens, designing outdoor programs, and collaborating with diversecommunities to break down barriers to the natural world. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone who simplyloves the outdoors, this conversation will leave you inspired to get outside, connect more deeply, and raise kids who care about the world around them. #KidsOutdoors #NatureForAll #EnvironmentalJustice #PlaceBasedLearning#OutdoorLeadership #FamilyInNature #EcoParenting #YouthDevelopment #CommunityOutdoors