The Quarterback DadCast
I’m Casey Jacox, the host of the Quarterback Dadcast. As fathers, we want to help prepare our kids—not only to enter the professional world but to thrive in each stage of their lives. Guests of this show include teachers, coaches, professional athletes, consultants, business owners, authors—and stay-at-home dads. Just like you! They share openly about failure, success, laughter, and even sadness so that we can all learn from each other—as we strive to become the best leaders of our homes! You will learn each week, and I am confident you will leave each episode with actionable tasks th...
From Childhood Cancer To Raising Resilient Kids - Bishoy Tadros - Mile 40!
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Our next guest beat leukemia as a kid, got cut from a football team that “doesn’t cut anyone,” and still grew up believing the hard thing wasn’t a sign to quit, it was proof he was built for it. That’s why this conversation with Bishoy Tadros hits so deep for anyone thinking about fatherhood, resilience, and what it really means to lead at home.
Bishoy is the author of two acclaimed books—Break Barriers: How Setbacks Can Dare You Rath...
A Former NFL Quarterback On Fatherhood Values - Tyler Palko
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Thank you, Matt Brownlee, for making today's episode possible!!
Today, we welcome former Pitt star QB and NFL player, Tyler Palko, to the podcast. This episode allows two former quarterbacks to compare notes on what actually builds grit. That’s where our conversation with Tyler goes fast. Tyler played at Pitt, spent time in the NFL and in Montreal, and now helps companies grow talent as Chief Revenue Officer at Solutions 21. But the part we really dig into is Tyler as a dad: how he thinks about values, effort, and the kin...
What If Success Is Simply Letting Your Kids Become Themselves - Chuck Melendi
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“Listen and don’t judge.” That’s the line Chuck Melendi drops that kept echoing in my head after we wrapped, because it’s the kind of advice that sounds obvious until you try to live it in a real home with real stress, real teen emotions, and real consequences. Chuck is an empty nester, a longtime healthcare industry leader, and the host of Disruptive Dialogue, but what hit me most is how seriously he takes his job as Dad. He even asked his...
How Do Good and Great Dads Show Up? - Jeff Hittner, AmbitiousDads.com
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Good dads are present. Great dads are intentional. That single idea reshaped how we think about modern fatherhood after talking with Jeff Hittner, founder of Ambitious Dads, dad of two boys, and a former elite gymnast who knows what commitment feels like when it is done at full intensity.
Jeff joins us from Valencia, Spain, and the story behind that move quickly becomes a lesson in parenting mindset, family leadership, and building a home that aligns with your values rather than running on autopilot.
We talk through the reality o...
How A Rugby Catastrophe Became A Life Of Purpose - Robert Paylor
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Today, we welcome Robert Paylor to the podcast with an amazing and inspiring story!
A national championship match. A broken neck. In a few violent seconds, Robert went from Cal rugby standout to a young man hearing he’d never walk or move his hands again.
What happened next wasn’t a neat comeback—it was a decision repeated every day: control the mindset, fight the fight, and build a life anchored in faith, family, and purpose.
We invited Robert to unpack the full arc—growing up on humilit...
From Small-Town Values To Becoming a CEO - Dave Kooiman
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What if the fastest route to a meaningful life is slowing down for the people at home? Today, we welcome the founder and CEO of Arena Staffing, Dave Kooiman.
In our conversation, Dave opens up about small-town roots, a painful college cut, getting fired, and the surprising breakthroughs that followed. The result isn’t a hustle story; it’s a playbook for building a family culture with clear values, humble leadership, and daily presence.
We start with gratitude and the simple joy of being together—church, school, coaches, and late-ni...
How Authenticity, Accountability, And Action Turn Parents Into Better Leaders - Michael Clark, CRO - Asymbl
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What if the best leadership training you’ll ever get happens at your kitchen table? We sit down with Michael Clark—CRO of Asymbl, former Salesforce leader, TEDx speaker, and proud dad of three—to unpack a practical, heart-forward playbook for leading a family with the same intention you’d bring to a high-performing team.
Michael shares the simple structure that guides him: a personal why statement and three values—authenticity, accountability, and action. You’ll hear how honest check-ins with his daughters build real trust, why delivering on promises lays a foundation...
What Happens When Dads Stop Fixing And Start Listening - Thomas Miller
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What if leading at home wasn’t about fixing every problem, but about showing up with curiosity, clear standards, and follow-through you can keep? We sit down with Thomas Miller—therapist, coach, and host of the Four Peaks Parent podcast—to explore how dads can guide teens through injury, identity shifts, and big feelings without swinging to extremes.
Thomas shares the hard-won lessons that shaped his approach: art school beginnings, building programs for LGBTQ youth, and running a wilderness therapy team responsible for 62 high‑risk teens. Layer in profound personal loss and year...
Mike Beverly - How A Golf Executive Became A Better Father By Listening, Learning, And Leading At Home
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What if the most important leadership lessons don’t come from the boardroom but from late-night talks at the kitchen table?
A HUGE thank you goes out to Mark Krahe for making today's episode possible. Today, we sat down with Sunbelt Golf CEO Mike Beverly—who leads the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail—to unpack the habits, values, and hard-won insights that guide him as a father and as a leader. It starts with gratitude for a strong partner in a demanding industry and widens into a blueprint for rais...
From AI Founder To Present Father: Shelby Stephens On Building Intrinsic Motivation And Real Connection
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What if the fastest way to connect with your child wasn’t advice, but better questions? Casey Jacox sits down with Shelby Stephens—dad of three, AI founder of Snacker, and lifelong learner—to explore how curiosity, calibrated vulnerability, and learner-led education can transform family life. From swapping “How was school?” for targeted T.E.D. questions to telling honest stories that don’t overburden kids, we map out a practical toolkit any parent can adopt.
Shelby opens up about choosing Acton Academy for his daughters, a model that replaces grades and homework...
Fatherhood Playbook, Pressure And Grace - Andy Hutsell
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The most honest leadership lessons rarely come from a boardroom—they happen in the kitchen, the carpool line, and the sideline before a fourth-grade basketball tryout. Casey sits down with Andy Hutsell to explore how a dad builds a resilient home through faith, kindness, and unapologetic intentionality.
From the joyful chaos of an open-concept house to the quiet courage required to navigate KBG syndrome, Andy shares the hard-won habits that keep his family connected: pause before you preach, celebrate effort as much as outcomes, and repair quickly when you get it wro...
Strong Fathers, Stronger Communities - Matt Brownlee
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What if the best ability as a dad is availability—and the fastest way to build it is with a circle of men who meet you at 5:30 a.m., rain or shine? Today, Casey Jacox sits down with sales leader and father of four, Matt Brownlee, for a conversation that blends vulnerability, practical habits, and a whole lot of heart. We talk about guiding kids through injury and adversity, why gratitude can be a competitive advantage, and how a free, peer-led group like F3 can change your mornings and your mindset.
Ma...
Resilient Parenting For Dads - Author, Dr. Kate Lund
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The pace of family life can turn even the best intentions into frayed nerves and short fuses. We sat down with Dr. Kate Lund—psychologist, author, TEDx speaker, and host of the Resilient Parenting Podcast—to unpack a practical path back to calm leadership at home. Her core idea is refreshingly doable: step away to step in. By carving out a few minutes to regulate stress and reflect, we show up steadier, more patient, and more connected with our kids.
Dr. Lund opens up about her family, including supporting one twin’s choi...
NFL Legendary Coach Mike Holmgren On Fatherhood, Faith, And Football
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What does it take to lead at home when your day job means leading a locker room under stadium lights? We sit down with Coach, Mike Holmgren—legendary coach of the Packers, 49ers, and Seahawks—to talk about love, honesty, and what it really means to leave work at the door. From meeting his wife at 12 to raising four daughters and now cheering for nine grandkids, Coach Holmgren opens up about rhythms that kept his family grounded through late nights, missed holidays, and cross-country flights.
Coach shares vivid stories: walking through Lamb...
From Pro Sports To Parenting: Building Values, Grit, And Systems - Justin Su'a
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What if the best tools for leading a team could reshape how you lead at home? That question threads through a fast, heartfelt conversation with performance advisor Justin Su'a, where we swap highlight reels for real-life reps: nightly reflection, fearless feedback, and decision-making under uncertainty. Justin brings the richness of his Polynesian roots—storytelling, respect, faith—and pairs it with the rigor he’s applied across MLB clubhouses, NFL camps, and elite academies.
We dig into practical ways to raise confident, grounded kids without turning your house into a scoreboard. You’ll hear...
From Rugby Practice To Boardrooms: How A Dad Builds Confidence Without Fear - Dane Groeneveld
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Thank you, Sabina Nawaz, for helping me find today's guest to finish up Season 6 on the Quarterback DadCast!
So, what if the best leadership training happens at your dinner table? We sit down with Dane Groeneveld—dad of four, CEO of LEAD3R, and host of The Future of Teamwork—to explore how raising kids, facing anxiety head‑on, and choosing curiosity over control can transform both families and companies. From eight schools across Australian mining towns to a newborn and teens under one roof, Dane shares the practices that keep his ho...
From Dojo Lessons To Dad Wisdom With Blue Stiley
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Thank you, Chad Murphy, for making this week's episode possible!
A bullied kid named Blue walked into a dojo and found a lifetime blueprint for leadership at home and at work. That mentor didn’t just teach kicks—he taught trust, focus, and a community model that turns students into teachers. In this conversation, we go deep on how those early lessons shape the way we parent, listen, and show up for the people we lead.
Blue Stiley is a professional keynote speaker, podcast host, and author who has spen...
How Hypnosis, Surrender, And Vulnerability Turn A High Performer Into A Better Dad
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What if the fastest way to lead your home better isn’t another productivity hack, but the courage to slow down, feel uncomfortable, and ask for help? We sit with performance coach and Scratch Golfers Mindset host, Paul Salter, to unpack how a former perfectionist and firstborn “golden child” rewired his beliefs to become a more patient, present dad while co‑parenting his one‑year‑old son.
Paul takes us inside the real tradeoffs: surrendering control, choosing kindness over being “nice,” and lea...
From Stanford Kicker To Startup CEO - Devoted Father - Derek Belch
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What if the most important leadership job you’ll ever hold doesn’t come with a test or a title? We sit down with Derek Belch—former Stanford kicker, startup founder, and dad of three—to unpack what real presence looks like, how values take root, and why failing publicly can be a gift to your kids.
Derek grew up with parents who made time their superpower. That “time-rich” model frames how he and his wife run the Belch huddle today: clear rules that point to deeper principles, kindness on repeat, and respect...
From Finance To Fatherhood: Building A Life By Design - CEO, Brett Gilliland
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So SORRY everyone! This episode should've gone out earlier this year, so you will get a bonus episode this month!
What if the simplest way to lead your family and your career was to write it down and keep showing up? That’s the heartbeat of our conversation with Brett Gilliland—CEO of Visionary Wealth Advisors, and dad who opens up about ambition, anxiety, and the everyday habits that actually move life forward.
We get tactical fast. Brett’s Six Fs—faith, family, fitness, firm, fun, finances—become a living syst...
From Mini Tours To Mindful Fatherhood - Scott Fawcett - Founder, Decade Golf
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What if the real edge in parenting is the same edge that wins on the course: a clear target, acceptance of misses, and total commitment to the next shot? We sit down with Decade Golf founder Scott Fawcett for an unfiltered conversation about fatherhood, emotional control, and the strategy mindset that turned a former hothead into a calmer competitor—and a dad still learning in real time.
Scott opens up about growing up in Texas, finding golf as a lifeline, and how poker math and strokes gained data inspired Decade’s appr...
From Reebok Boardrooms To Unlocking himself: A Dad’s Awakening - Chad Wittman
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Without Threase Baker, today's episode would never have happened....Thank you!!!!
What happens when the person who commands rooms across continents can’t get a 10-year-old to go to bed? We sit down with a former Reebok and Adidas executive who built categories, led massive teams in Asia, and then walked into the hardest leadership arena of his life: his own home. Stripped of titles and certainty in 2020, he discovered how much of his identity depended on work—and how little that meant to his five kids. The result is a raw...
How A Sales Hustle And A Loving Home Built A Better Dad - Adam Bilinski
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Some stories punch through the noise because they’re real, a little rough, and full of heart. Adam Bilinski’s path runs from a single mom’s sacrifice and a grueling work ethic to a flagpole accident that nearly ended his chance to be a dad—then into the high-pressure world of New York tech hiring, where process and people beat buzzwords. Along the way, he learned what actually scales at home: respect for everyone, a clear standard for work, and an attitude that lifts the room without faking optimism.
We dig into...
Fork In The Road: Choosing Family, Purpose, And Presence - Lon Stroschein
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Thank you, Steve Garraty, for making this week's episode possible!
Today, we welcome Lon Stroschein to the podcast. Lon's story hit home for me after spending over 20 years in corporate America. He is now an author, a podcast, a coach, and more, and you will hear all about it today. At Normal 40, his relationship-based process starts by helping you articulate your dream—identifying the bigger life you've been waiting to build. They then organize those dreams into bold, actionable steps, remove the perceived risk, and design a life aligned with your aspir...
From Blocked Punts To Augusta: A Dad’s Journey Of Grit, Grace, And The Golden Bear - Joe Wessell
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A putter on a garage shelf became a doorway to memory, legacy, and what it means to lead at home. Coach and author Joe Wessel joins us to trace a winding path from a disciplined Miami childhood and Catholic schools to a walk-on grind at Florida State, summers learning from Miami Dolphins legends, and the day Jack Nicklaus confirmed the “lost” blade in Joe’s bag was White Fang—the putter that won the 1967 U.S. Open. Instead of asking for a shiny new set, Joe asked for something better: a father–son round at A...
How A Heart Attack Reordered My Priorities And Made Me A Better Father - Blaise Bussell
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A great career means little if you’re not here to enjoy it. This conversation with KellyMitchell’s president, Blaise Bussell, cuts through the noise to what matters most: leading at home, protecting your health, and building a life your kids will remember. Blaise opens up about the values forged in childhood by a gritty mom and a humble coach-dad, the joy and nerves of raising a 13-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son, and the choice to put family first—even when work says otherwise. From car-ride questions that spark real talks to celebrating his da...
Adoption, Fatherhood, and Grace - Jason Caywood
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Today's episode, we welcome Jason Caywood to the podcast! Jason is the President of Caywood Consulting and is a certified Sandler Sales trainer.
In this episode, we explore how adoption shaped Jason’s identity, how he met his birth mom decades later, and why love adds rather than replaces. We share practical tools for calm leadership at home, from apologies that repair trust to letting kids own their goals.
Additionally, we covered the following:
• adoption as identity, not label
• reunion with birth mom handled through patienc...
From South Africa to Seattle: A Dad’s Playbook for Health, Humility, and Co‑Parenting - Dr. Jarret Stopforth, PHD
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What if the bravest promise a father can make isn’t “I’d die for my kids,” but “I’ll live for them”? That line sits at the center of our conversation with Dr. Jarett Stopforth—a scientist, founder, and devoted dad whose journey runs from Zimbabwe and South Africa to Seattle, with stops in academia, startups, and a few blistering hikes that reset his bond with his kids.
We dig into the values that shaped him—humility from a preacher father, grit from a mother who crossed class lines—and how those roots guid...
Values That Last: John Boney's Journey Through Corporate America and Beyond
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What happens when a successful corporate career collides with the deeper priorities of fatherhood? In this candid conversation, John Boney shares the raw journey of finding balance after his 25-year marriage ended, while raising three children who are now thriving adults.
Standing at 6'7", John brings the same thoughtful perspective to parenting that once made him a formidable basketball player. Growing up in the small town of Latrobe, Pennsylvania (famous as Arnold Palmer's hometown), John absorbed values of punctuality, respect, and loyalty that shaped his approach to life. When career ambitions...
When Life Gives You Cancer, Make Greatfruit - Steve Garraty
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What happens when a rebellious teenager receives a life-altering cancer diagnosis at 18?
In this powerful conversation, Steve Garraty shares his extraordinary journey from self-destructive partying to profound purpose after doctors discovered a grapefruit-sized tumor in his neck on July 4th, 1986.
Steve candidly reveals his spiral into reckless behavior after moving to Atlanta as a teen – drinking before school, wrecking five cars while intoxicated, and causing tremendous stress for his family. Just after high school graduation, everything changed with three devastating words: "you have cancer." Through nine grueling months of che...
Being present where your feet are changes everything about parenting - Brad Bialy - Haley Marketing
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What does it mean to be truly present as a father while building a successful career? Brad Bialy, head of marketing at Haley Marketing and host of the Secrets of Staffing Success podcast, tackles this question head-on in this refreshing conversation about modern fatherhood.
Brad opens up about his greatest parenting challenge: being intentional with his time while juggling professional responsibilities from his home office. "The hardest part for me is making the change from work mode to dad mode," he admits, highlighting the difficulty many remote-working parents face without the...
Basketball, Fatherhood, and Finding Peace of Mind - Seth Davis, Hoops HQ & March Madness
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What does it mean to raise resilient children in today's achievement-obsessed culture? Seth Davis—basketball journalist, editor-in-chief of Hoops HQ, and father of three boys—offers a refreshingly honest perspective that transcends sports and speaks to the heart of modern parenting challenges.
Davis begins our conversation with a powerful daily practice: gratitude for simply being alive and having the opportunity to parent. This foundation of gratitude shapes his approach to fatherhood and creates space for meaningful connection with his sons. As we dive deeper, he introduces his "Tree of Why" concept—a fram...
From Struggle to Strength: One Dad's Journey - Casey Wagonfield
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The moment Casey Wagonfield's now-wife and her six-month-old son entered his life, everything changed. After years of job-hopping and questionable decisions, he suddenly faced a profound realization: "Now I've got responsibilities and a little human to take care of." This awakening marks the beginning of a remarkable fatherhood journey shared in this heartfelt conversation.
With raw honesty, Casey opens up about adopting his oldest son at age eight, revealing the beautiful truth that fatherhood transcends biology. "I'm his, he's mine," Casey affirms, describing how he's the only father his son has...
Finding Your Family's True North: Values That Matter - Dave Gloss
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What happens when a successful executive coach restructures his entire career around fatherhood?
Huge thanks go to Henna Pryor and Greg Offner for introducing us to our next guest, Dave Gloss. In this episode, Dave reveals the powerful transformation that occurred when he made being a present husband and father his number one priority.
Dave's journey weaves through fascinating territory – from his early struggles that led to military school, to meeting his psychologist wife through a dating app where they were a "99% match," to their life now with five-year-old daug...
Never stop dreaming, even when life tackles you hard - Art Thomas, Randstad
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What happens when your childhood dreams collide with academic reality?
Art Thomas, a client partner from Randstad Digital, knows this journey all too well. After receiving multiple D1 football offers but falling short on his SAT score by just 70 points, he was forced to completely reimagine his path to college athletics. That detour through the military academy became one of the most formative experiences of his life.
Now a father of three, Art draws from his unique background as a first-generation American whose parents emigrated from Guyana with virtually...
Showing Up Matters: How Keeping Commitments Shapes Our Children with Tyler White
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What if the secret to great parenting wasn't found in perfect discipline strategies or elaborate educational plans, but in simply showing up? Tyler White, BDR with Akkodis and host of the Timeout with Leaders podcast, brings a refreshingly authentic perspective to fatherhood that will make you rethink your approach to family leadership.
Growing up as the son of a high school football coach, Tyler learned early that commitments weren't optional—they were sacred. "The word commitment was like the real C-word in my family," he shares with a laugh. This foundation sh...
The fullback who became a quarterback in life's most important game - Connor Cardew
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What does it mean to be truly present for your children?
For Connor Cardew, VP of Digital Prospectors and a former college fullback at Bryant University, the answer lies in five simple but powerful words passed down from his father: family, love, trust, respect, and responsibility.
Connor's journey through fatherhood beautifully illustrates how our own upbringing shapes the parents we become. Raised as the middle child between two brothers, Connor grew up with parents who prioritized involvement in every aspect of their children's lives – from coaching youth sports to cre...
The Art of Signature Moves: Unlocking Your Family's Potential - Jason Hewlett
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First, I want to thank our former guest, Greg Offner, for making today's episode possible!!!
Let's get to today's episode.....So....What does it mean to truly honor your family name while encouraging each child's unique identity?
This question lies at the heart of my conversation with Jason Hewlett, whose journey from Las Vegas impersonator to corporate speaker offers surprising insights into authentic fatherhood.
As a Hall of Fame speaker, he values the way to become a Hall of Fame dad instead.
Jason's approach to rai...
The Art of Letting Your Children Fall and Learn - Paul Morton
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You've never heard parenting wisdom quite like this. Step into the world of Paul Morton, a Scottish father, sales leadership expert, and podcast host who brings a completely fresh perspective on raising resilient children in today's overprotective society.
Raised in the remote Scottish Highlands by a single mother in the 1970s and 80s, Paul learned independence in ways that would make many modern parents uncomfortable – cycling miles alone as a young boy, handling injuries without immediate adult help, and developing self-reliance in isolated environments. Now raising his own children in Edinburgh wi...
What Kind of Dad Will You Be When No One's Watching - Powerful Stories from Jeremy Greene
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Ever had a child born in an elevator? Jeremy Greene has, and it's just one of the fascinating stories he shares on this episode of the Quarterback Dadcast.
As a father of two young children and the co-founder of Feather, a relationship-focused productivity platform, Jeremy brings a refreshing perspective on balancing entrepreneurship with present parenting.
Growing up in a family where his grandfather and father built a successful residential construction business, Jeremy absorbed powerful values that now shape his approach to parenting. "Family is everything at the center," he ex...
