The Inspired Father

(PART 2) Unveiling Aaren Riley: Father of Two, Lifelong Friend, and Endurance Warrior

In this Inspired Father Podcast episode, your host Wesley Rhoads interviews Aaren Riley (PART 1). Meet Aaren Riley: Aaron Riley, a dedicated father and CPA based in Southern California, has overcome challenges from his lower-middle-class upbringing, including his parents' divorce during high school. His passion for endurance sports, fueled by a supportive stepfather, showcased his ability to push beyond limits. Attempting to qualify for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, he lost 30 pounds but discovered his inner strength. Married to Alison, they faced unexpected parenthood with the arrival of their first child, Sawyer, leading to multiple relocations. Now residing in Southern LA, Aaron emphasizes the importance of community support for fathers. With two children, he navigates the daily challenges of parenting, aiming to be an inspirational father by instilling values and encouraging his boys to be better versions of himself. Aaron's story serves as inspiration for fathers, emphasizing shared struggles and the impactful simplicity of consistently showing up for one's children. About The Inspired Father Podcast: "The Inspired Father Podcast" is a captivating and transformative podcast that seeks to empower fathers and guide them toward becoming better individuals in all aspects of their lives. This podcast is designed to serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement, where listeners can hear the remarkable stories of diverse and inspiring fathers who have excelled in their roles as parents, husbands, men, and leaders. Thank you for listening and supporting the 'Inspired Father Podcast'. We are excited to connect with our listeners on our various platforms. Below are just some of the ways you can connect with us and support us. Connect with us on Facebook: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Youtube: ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram:⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Twitter:⁠⁠ (https⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠://twitter.com/father_inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠Connect with us on Various Platforms⁠: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Want to be interviewed? Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

(PART 1) Unveiling Aaren Riley: Father of Two, Lifelong Friend, and Endurance Warrior

In this Inspired Father Podcast episode, your host Wesley Rhoads interviews Aaren Riley (PART 1). Meet Aaren Riley: Aaron Riley, a dedicated father and CPA based in Southern California, has overcome challenges from his lower-middle-class upbringing, including his parents' divorce during high school. His passion for endurance sports, fueled by a supportive stepfather, showcased his ability to push beyond limits. Attempting to qualify for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, he lost 30 pounds but discovered his inner strength. Married to Alison, they faced unexpected parenthood with the arrival of their first child, Sawyer, leading to multiple relocations. Now residing in Southern LA, Aaron emphasizes the importance of community support for fathers. With two children, he navigates the daily challenges of parenting, aiming to be an inspirational father by instilling values and encouraging his boys to be better versions of himself. Aaron's story serves as inspiration for fathers, emphasizing shared struggles and the impactful simplicity of consistently showing up for one's children. About The Inspired Father Podcast: "The Inspired Father Podcast" is a captivating and transformative podcast that seeks to empower fathers and guide them toward becoming better individuals in all aspects of their lives. This podcast is designed to serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement, where listeners can hear the remarkable stories of diverse and inspiring fathers who have excelled in their roles as parents, husbands, men, and leaders. Thank you for listening and supporting the 'Inspired Father Podcast'. We are excited to connect with our listeners on our various platforms. Below are just some of the ways you can connect with us and support us. Connect with us on Facebook: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Youtube: ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram:⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Twitter:⁠⁠ (https⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠://twitter.com/father_inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠Connect with us on Various Platforms⁠: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Want to be interviewed? Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠

Jason Quinn: Rescue Swimmer, Husband, and Father of Three Girls

In this Inspired Father Podcast episode, your host Wesley Rhoads interviews Jason Quinn. Meet Jason Quinn: Jason Quinn is a dynamic individual hailing from Massachusetts, whose life has been a blend of military service and the joys of fatherhood. Joining the United States Coast Guard at 18, Jason's journey led him from Washington, D.C. to Saudi Arabia, with impactful moments as a rescue swimmer shaping his dedication to saving lives. Jason's devotion extends to his three daughters—Haileigh, Jaelin, and Kamryn—whom he actively supports in every aspect of their lives. His commitment to attending every school event and milestone underscores his perspective on the importance of being present as a father. Jason Quinn's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and unwavering love, whether saving lives or navigating the nuanced terrain of fatherhood. About The Inspired Father Podcast: "The Inspired Father Podcast" is a captivating and transformative podcast that seeks to empower fathers and guide them toward becoming better individuals in all aspects of their lives. This podcast is designed to serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement, where listeners can hear the remarkable stories of diverse and inspiring fathers who have excelled in their roles as parents, husbands, men, and leaders.  Thank you for listening and supporting the 'Inspired Father Podcast'. We are excited to connect with our listeners on our various platforms. Below are just some of the ways you can connect with us and support us.  Connect with us on Facebook: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Youtube: ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram:⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Twitter:⁠⁠ (https⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠://twitter.com/father_inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) ⁠Connect with us on Various Platforms⁠: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Want to be interviewed? Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠

Ben Schadler: Brother-in-Law, Actuary, and Super Dad

In this Inspired Father Podcast episode, your host Wesley Rhoads interviews Ben Schadler. Meet Ben Schadler: Ben Schadler, a devoted father and experienced actuary from Louisville, Kentucky, is a loving husband and proud parent of two wonderful children, Annabeth and Brady. With more than six years of marriage under his belt, Ben cherishes every moment with his family. His actuarial expertise lies in assessing risk, particularly in the healthcare sector, where he evaluates aging populations and predicts associated medical costs, providing vital insights for insurance decisions. About The Inspired Father Podcast: "The Inspired Father Podcast" is a captivating and transformative podcast that seeks to empower fathers and guide them toward becoming better individuals in all aspects of their lives. This podcast is designed to serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement, where listeners can hear the remarkable stories of diverse and inspiring fathers who have excelled in their roles as parents, husbands, men, and leaders.  Thank you for listening and supporting the 'Inspired Father Podcast'. We are excited to connect with our listeners on our various platforms. Below are just some of the ways you can connect with us and support us.  Connect with us on Facebook: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [A0https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Youtube: ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram:⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Twitter:⁠⁠ (https⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠://twitter.com/father_inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [://twitter.com/father_inspired]) ⁠Connect with us on Various Platforms⁠: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather]) Want to be interviewed? Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠ [%E2%81%A0theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com%E2%81%A0]

From the Ballroom Floor to Home: A Ukrainian Father's Story with Grygorii Mishura

In this Inspired Father Podcast episode, your host Wesley Rhoads interviews Grygorii Mishura. Meet Grygorii Mishura: Grygorii Mishura, originally from Kiev, Ukraine, embarked on an extraordinary journey that led him to Greensboro, North Carolina, where he has spent the past two decades. His passion for dance began in childhood and eventually brought him to the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in the United States in 2007, where he met his wife, Nina. Their love story, born on the dance floor, culminated in marriage after eight years of dating. In 2022, Gregory and Nina welcomed their daughter, Vera, into the world, introducing her to the joys of dance from an early age. Gregory's multicultural background, proficiency in multiple languages, and dedication to dance make him an inspiring figure, both as a devoted father and a talented dance instructor. About The Inspired Father Podcast: "The Inspired Father Podcast" is a captivating and transformative podcast that seeks to empower fathers and guide them toward becoming better individuals in all aspects of their lives. This podcast is designed to serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement, where listeners can hear the remarkable stories of diverse and inspiring fathers who have excelled in their roles as parents, husbands, men, and leaders. Thank you for listening and supporting the 'Inspired Father Podcast'. We are excited to connect with our listeners on our various platforms. Below are just some of the ways you can connect with us and support us. ⁠Connect with us on Facebook: (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠ [⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/theinspiredfather]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Youtube: ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@theinspiredfather]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram:⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredfather/]) ⁠⁠Connect with us on Twitter:⁠⁠ (https⁠⁠⁠⁠://twitter.com/father_inspired⁠⁠⁠⁠ [://twitter.com/father_inspired]) ⁠Connect with us on Various Platforms⁠: (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/theinspiredfather]) Want to be interviewed? Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠ [⁠theinspiredfatherpodcast@gmail.com⁠]