S3E1 Breaking The Cycle!

S3E3 More Than Your Environment

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Columbus, Ohio native Marcus Sims, a father of three (19, 18, and 14), who keeps it real about what it means to grow, lead, and father through life’s toughest seasons. Marcus describes his fatherhood journey as the four seasons — from moments of warmth and growth to the cold, isolating winters of divorce, alienation, and mental strain. This conversation goes deeper than surface-level parenting talk. It’s about identity, resilience, and choosing to rise above the environment you come from. We talk about: • Navigating fatherhood after divorce • The silent struggles men face, including disrespect and isolation • Mental health, discipline, and work-life balance • Breaking generational cycles and building true legacy • Why “providing” isn’t always enough in today’s world • The importance of faith, mentorship, and personal growth Marcus shares a message every father needs to hear: You are more than your environment. Your past doesn’t define your future. And dads matter. If you’re a father dealing with silent battles, this episode is for you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

S3:E2 "Powering through" Fatherhood

Welcome to the Podcast Entrepreneur and father of two, Collin J. White! Fatherhood is hard, but it’s also one of God’s greatest gifts. Colin brings humor, faith, and honesty to this episode of The Washed Dads Podcast. Collin talks about building community with other fathers, breaking generational cycles, raising a son versus a daughter, and why joy and presence matter more than perfection. This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to have everything figured out, you just have to show up, seek God, and take it one day at a time. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

S3E1 Breaking The Cycle!

In the Season 3 premiere of The Washed Dads Podcast, Rod Dye opens up about growing up without a father, meeting his dad at 27, and how that moment changed the way he raises his own children. From navigating marriage and work-life balance in the tech industry to intentionally breaking generational cycles, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing and legacy don’t happen by chance — they’re built through commitment and presence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

S2E8: How Fatherhood Pushed Me Into Purpose!

Welcome Sherome Hathaway to the podcast! From climbing the corporate ladder to answering a deeper calling, Sherome shares his powerful story of transformation. As a dedicated father, he realized success meant little if it cost him time with his newborn child. That moment sparked a bold leap into entrepreneurship—one rooted in purpose, passion, and faith. Today, Sherome leads an organization focused on empowering and inspiring youth in the city, using his journey of mistakes, resilience, and personal growth to light the path for others. This episode is a deep dive into what happens when you say enough is enough and choose to live on purpose. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will leave you motivated to take charge of your own space, step into your calling, and redefine what success looks like—on your terms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

S2:E7 Community Starts at Home

Welcome Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein to the podcast! A small town kid is now the top Attorney for the largest city in the state, but he is also the father of two wonderful kids. Join us as we talk fatherhood in the public eye, community, and the concerns of raising kids in today's society. This is an awesome conversation that helps ground us in the fact that our civic leaders are also everyday people with the same parenthood struggles. A Huge thank you to the City Attorney and his office for making time and joining us on the show! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-washed-dads-podcast--6141200/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].