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Dad to Dad Podcast

David Hirsch
Special Fathers Network
Autism
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Parenting
Special Needs
Adoption
Community Support
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Family Support
Hope For Luka
Mental Health
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21st Century Dads Foundation
BBSOAS
Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy
Special Education
Neurodiversity
Tuberous Sclerosis
Faith
Special Needs Parenting

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 Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA, a film industry veteran and father of an adult son who is an actor with Cerebral Palsy.

Nick and his wife, Michelle, have been married for 29 years and are the proud parents of Cole (28), an ac... more

Our guest this week is Eric Freund of San Diego, CA who is a high school teacher, coach, co-founder of Hope On The Hard Road and father of two children who are both Autistic.

Eric and his wife, Christen, have married for 27 years and are the proud p... more

Our guest this week is Jeff Wallis, of Valparaiso, IN who is a veterinarian and father of who had a son with Hypotonia, Ataxia, Developmental Delay, and Tooth-Enamel Defects Syndrome (HADDTS) an extremely rare but serious genetic condition caused by ... more

Our guests this week are Dave Tolmie of Lake Forest IL and Tumsifu Munuo, of Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

In 1999, Dave Tomlie's parents, John and Joann, raised $250,000 and with the help of the Lutheran Church built Faraja School, a boarding school for o... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Freund
High school teacher, founder of Hope on the Hard Road, and father of two children on the autism spectrum
Hope on the Hard Road
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 408 - Eric Freund of San Diego, CA A HS Teacher, Founder of Hope On The Hard Road, Podcast Host & Father Of Two With ASD
John Peter Klop
A draftsman with JPR Industries and father of two children, including a son with Schwachman-Diamond syndrome
JPR Industries
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 405 - JP Klop of Alberta, Canada, A Draftsman & Father Of Two Including One With Schwachman Diamond Syndrome
Tom Chibucos
Manager of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Services at Chicago Public Schools, father of two including son Vincent who is nonverbal and on the autism spectrum
Chicago Public Schools
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 404 - Tom Chibucos of Chicago, A Manager of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Services, Father Of Two Including One w ASD
Swapna Sasidharan
Vice President of Technology at ABCO Holdings and founder of the Cure POGZ Disorder Foundation
Cure POGZ Disorder Foundation
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 403 - Swapna Sasidharan Of Schaumburg, IL Mother of 2 Including One With POGZ & Founder Of The Cure POGZ Disorders Foundation
David Apple
Founder & CEO of Shark Tooth Bio and father of two, including a son with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
Shark Tooth Bio
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 402 - David Apple of San Francisco, CA, Founder & CEO Of Shark Tooth Bio & Father Of Two Including One With CMT1A
Luba Patlakh
Founder of Kidology Inc., a pediatric therapy and child development center.
Kidology Inc.
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 398 - Luba Patlakh of Bucks County, PA Mother of Three & Founder Of Kidology Inc. Pediatric Therapy Center
Olivier Cortambert
Head of Solutions Architecture at Yospace and father of a three-year-old son with a rare undiagnosed disease
Yospace
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 396 - Olivier Cortambert, London, Head Of Solutions Architecture at Yospace & Father Of A Son With A Rare Undiagnosed Disease
Mark Reinfeld
An acclaimed chef specializing in plant-based cuisine and founder of the Vegan Fusion Culinary Academy.
Vegan Fusion Culinary Academy
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 395 - Mark Reinfeld of Boulder, CO A Chef, Author, Founder of Vegan Fusion Culinary Academy & Father Of A Son With Angelman
Jelani Memory
Entrepreneur, author, and founder of A Kids Co.
A Kids Co.
Episode: SFN Dad To Dad 394 - Jelani Memory of Portland, OR Father Of Six, Entrepreneur, Author & Founder Of A Kids Company

Host

David Hirsch
Founder of the Special Fathers Network, David Hirsch is dedicated to supporting fathers raising children with special needs, sharing his insights and experiences as a mentor himself.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • 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

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The content is praised for its heartfelt stories and practical advice which aim to empower and uplift those facing similar challenges in parenting.
Listeners appreciate the focus on creating awareness about various disabilities and the supportive community fostered through shared experiences among fathers.

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SFN Dad To Dad 409 - Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA A Film Industry Veteran & Father To Son, Cole, An Actor With Cerebral Palsy
Q: Nick, why have you agreed to be a mentor father as part of the Special Fathers Network?
Nick expressed his desire to share his experiences in a way that could be helpful to other fathers facing similar challenges.
SFN Dad To Dad 409 - Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA A Film Industry Veteran & Father To Son, Cole, An Actor With Cerebral Palsy
Q: What advice can you share for listeners who are parents or children with cerebral palsy or other conditions?
Cole suggested searching for resources online and emphasized giving children every opportunity to pursue their interests unless safety is a concern.
SFN Dad To Dad 409 - Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA A Film Industry Veteran & Father To Son, Cole, An Actor With Cerebral Palsy
Q: From your perspective, what's been the biggest challenge?
Cole highlighted the challenge of encountering people's ignorance about disabilities and the importance of turning those interactions into learning moments.
SFN Dad To Dad 403 - Swapna Sasidharan Of Schaumburg, IL Mother of 2 Including One With POGZ & Founder Of The Cure POGZ Disorders Foundation
Q: What advice can you share with parents when confronted with learning that their child has a rare disease?
Connecting with similar parents and accepting the emotional journey are crucial parts of coping with a child's rare disease.
SFN Dad To Dad 404 - Tom Chibucos of Chicago, A Manager of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Services, Father Of Two Including One w ASD
Q: What advice can you share with dads who find themselves in a similar situation with a child that they know either might be autistic, pre-diagnosis or having a formal diagnosis?
Understand that whatever is happening at the moment is just a snapshot and it's going to change. Don't give up, keep looking for services, and always assume competence.

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Focusing on the experiences of fathers mentoring other fathers raising children with special needs, this podcast features insightful conversations that highlight the challenges and rewards of parenting in this context. Through interviews with a diverse range of guests, the discussions cover personal stories, practical advice, and shared experiences that resonate strongly with listeners navigating similar parenting journeys. The content not only aims to support and empower dads but also fosters a sense of community, underscoring the importance of mentorship and connection among fathers.

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1. Eric Freund
2. John Peter Klop
3. Tom Chibucos
4. Swapna Sasidharan
5. David Apple
6. Luba Patlakh
7. Olivier Cortambert
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