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Dad to Dad Podcast

David Hirsch
Special Fathers Network
Autism
Parenting
Special Needs
Fatherhood
Mastermind Group
Mental Health
Community Support
Special Needs Parenting
Family Dynamics
Cerebral Palsy
Adoption
Education
21st Century Dads Foundation
Child Development
Advocacy
Parenting Challenges
Family Support
Disability Advocacy
Disabilities

Fathers mentoring fathers of kids with special needs - presented by the Special Fathers Network. Host David Hirsch interviews some amazing fathers of kids with special needs.

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Our guest this week is Mike Durso of Philadelphia, PA who is a senior vice president at Ping Identity, a cyber security firm. Mike is the father of three children including one with a very rare disease who is also involved with martial arts.

Mike a... more

Our guest this week is Nathan Simpson of Colorado Springs, CO an aircraft mission planner for the U.S. Air Force and father of nine children including one with tuberous sclerosis.

Nathan and his wife, Stefanie, have been married for 19 years and ar... more

Our guest this week is Mike Schugt of Orlando, FL, a former hotel and hospitality executive, founder of INNclusivity and fahter of two daughters.

Mike and his x-wife are the proud parents of two young adult daughters.

After a successful career in... more

Our guest this week is Jeff Zaugg of Flagler Beach, FL father of four, former youth pastor, founder of Fathers for the Fatherless, host of the Dad Awesome Podcast and now author of Dad Awesome: Dad Discoveries To Activate Awesomness. Jeff is a return... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Simpson
Aircraft mission planner, US Air Force; father of nine including one with tuberous sclerosis
US Air Force
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 430 - Nathan Simpson of Colorado Springs, CO Father of Nine, Including One With Tuberous Sclerosis
Mike Schugt
Former hospitality executive; founder and president of INNclusivity
INNclusivity
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 429 - Mike Schugt of Orlando, FL A Former Hospitality Exec, Founder of INNclusivity and Father of Two Daughters
Jeff Zaugg
Father of four, former youth pastor, founder of Fathers for the Fatherless, host of the Dad Awesome Podcast
Fathers for the Fatherless; Dad Awesome Podcast
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 428 - Jeff Zaugg of Flagler Beach, FL Father of Four, Founder of Fathers for the Fatherless, Podcast Host & Now Author
Andrew Ginsburg
Stand-up comedian, author, bodybuilder, and father of three
Self-employed / Author and Performer
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad - 427 Andrew Ginsburg of Southport, CT Loving Father of Three, Author, Trainer & Stand-Up Comedian
Murray Jones
Owner of Big Ideas, host of A Few Good Men podcast
Big Ideas; A Few Good Men Podcast
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 426 - Murray Jones of Brisbane, Australia, Owner of Big Ideas, Father of Three Including One With Autism & Podcast Host
Rob Rider
Executive Director of the non-profit Sad Dads Club
Sad Dads Club
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 425 - Jon Gustin of Nashville, TN A Writer, Content Creator, Father Of Two & Author Of The Upcoming Book: The Tired Dad
Pat Wire
Social studies teacher at Barrington High School; longtime varsity baseball coach; father of four, including a son with autism
Barrington High School; Barrington Broncos
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 424 - Pat Wire of Crystal Lake, IL High School Teacher, Varsity Baseball Coach & Father of 4, Including One With Autism
Matt Might
Director of the Hugh Kaul Precision Medicine Institute at UAB; computer scientist; author; father
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 423 - Matt Might of Birmingham, AL Director Of Precision Medicine at UAB, Author, Father of Three, One With NGLY1 Deficiency
Justin DeVault
Data analyst, father of three (Hazel, Alice, Henry)
Algonquin, Illinois; works at Cintas
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 422 - Justin DeVault of Algonquin, IL a Data Analyst, Father of Three Including One With Autism & Loss Of One At 15 Years Old

Host

David Hirsch
Host of the Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast, and founder of related initiatives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast

    I really appreciate the Davids wisdom and listening to the collective wisdom of his guests.

    As a dad with special needs, hearing a variety of resources and inspiring stories continues to pack value.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    17947192649
    United States4 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    Great episodes that raises awareness about the many different types of disabilities people have. So important for creating a more loving and inclusive world. Well done! -Sam

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Financial Samurai
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes are emotionally impactful and informative for navigating advocacy and everyday parenting challenges.
The host's perspective as a father and advocate resonates with audiences seeking supportive, actionable guidance.
Listeners value the practical dad-to-dad wisdom and relatable storytelling.
Appealing emphasis on community and resources for families with disabilities.

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#125
Norway/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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SFN Dad To Dad 423 - Matt Might of Birmingham, AL Director Of Precision Medicine at UAB, Author, Father of Three, One With NGLY1 Deficiency
Q: How did the New Yorker feature influence the trajectory of your work?
The feature brought an outpouring of attention and connected us with researchers, funders, and policymakers; it helped bootstrap a community and facilitate the start of formal research efforts around NGLY1 deficiency.
SFN Dad To Dad 423 - Matt Might of Birmingham, AL Director Of Precision Medicine at UAB, Author, Father of Three, One With NGLY1 Deficiency
Q: What sparked the pivot from computer science and cybersecurity to precision medicine?
A combination of unlocking genetic causes for Bertrand's condition through exome sequencing, finding matching patients, and realizing that computational methods could accelerate rare-disease research led me to shift my focus toward precision medicine and building a research institute.
SFN Dad To Dad - 427 Andrew Ginsburg of Southport, CT Loving Father of Three, Author, Trainer & Stand-Up Comedian
Q: What message do you hope listeners take away?
That everyone doubts themselves and seeks parental approval, but it's possible to find self-approval and celebrate the unique path each person takes, especially in fatherhood.
SFN Dad To Dad - 427 Andrew Ginsburg of Southport, CT Loving Father of Three, Author, Trainer & Stand-Up Comedian
Q: What was the genesis of your Self Worthless show?
After a realization inspired by Lisa Lampanelli's Irrelevant, he decided to mine his life for his father's approval issues, working with Lampanelli to craft a deeply personal and healing narrative that culminated in a standing ovation.
SFN Dad To Dad - 427 Andrew Ginsburg of Southport, CT Loving Father of Three, Author, Trainer & Stand-Up Comedian
Q: How do you balance two demanding careers—training and stand-up?
Both require discipline; training provides structure and a built-in audience for jokes, while stand-up thrives on nightly consistency and energy, with caffeine helping manage the schedule.

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This show centers on fathers mentoring other fathers who are navigating parenting children with special needs. Episodes showcase personal journeys, practical parenting strategies, advocacy work, therapy and education insights, and the emotional realities of family life. Across conversations, themes include resilience, community support, inclusion, and balancing work with caregiving. A notable strength is its mission-driven focus on elevating everyday dad-to-dad wisdom and resources for families facing diverse disabilities.

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1. Nathan Simpson
2. Mike Schugt
3. Jeff Zaugg
4. Andrew Ginsburg
5. Murray Jones
6. Rob Rider
7. Pat Wire
8. Matt Might

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