Gap to Gig – Working Dads' Guide to Fatherhood, Meaningful Work, & Finding Balance in Life
Michael Jacobs - Working Dads & Fatherhood ExpertGap to Gig explores the life in between who we are, what we do, and the life we want to build as working dads.
Through honest conversations with dads, experts, leaders, and people who have navigated their own twists and turns, host Michael Jacobs explores fatherhood, work-life balance, meaningful work, parenting, identity, ambition, relationships, and what actually matters most in modern life.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 54 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingBusinessCareersKids & Family | |||
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For many working dads, ambition can create an uncomfortable tension. You may believe you’re working hard for your family while the people at home experience that same work as something pulling you away from them.
Jay Bourgana has spent more than 25 ... more
Working dads spend a lot of time planning for later. We work toward the next milestone, try to create more stability, and assume there will eventually be more room for the people and experiences that matter most. Allan Glanfield reached a point where... more
Paul Moore’s path to meaningful work took him from more than a decade in China to commercial fishing in Alaska, single fatherhood, and eventually building Smily Mia into a global baby products brand. Along the way, he learned how much timing, experie... more
For working dads, being present doesn't always require finding more time. Some of the best opportunities to create the kind of childhood your kids will look back on with gratitude are already built into the routines you share every day.
Craig Parks ... more
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- Really enjoyed this podcast!
I love how it explores fatherhood, meaningful work, and finding balance as life changes. The conversations feel relatable and genuine, with plenty to reflect on, especially around navigating work and family life while figuring out what really matters. Definitely worth a listen for dads and anyone thinking about what a fulfilling and balanced life looks like.
Apple Podcasts5thataudhdteacher
New Zealand17 days ago - Raising great Kids
I really enjoyed listening to the podcast about raising kids. It was very insightful, great content, and easy to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5Bill Holistic
United States3 months ago - great show!
I listened to the episode on work life balance with Carol Enneking. I appreciated the emphasis on how we can't show up to everything 100% of the time, so we have to be clear on our goals and desired legacy. I appreciate how the host is encouraging dads to find balance in being present for their kids while pursuing their work goals.
Apple Podcasts5KelseyLeeWritesLLCUnited States3 months ago - Thoughtful, Practical, and Encouraging
As a working dad, I’ve really enjoyed Gap to Gig. Michael does a great job having honest conversations about the challenge of balancing career, fatherhood, and what really matters. It isn’t full of clichés or hustle culture—it offers practical insights and thoughtful discussions that make you stop and think. Definitely worth adding to your weekly rotation if you’re trying to build a meaningful career without missing what matters most at home.
Apple Podcasts5cdhHrtUnited States3 months ago - Appreciate the Clear Focus
Love a podcast that doesn’t try to be everything to everyone. The best niche shows know exactly who they’re talking to, and Michael never loses sight of that.
Apple Podcasts5Courtney @ PodLaunchUnited States3 months ago
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The show centers on the tension between career ambition and family life, exploring how working dads can build meaningful work without sacrificing presence at home. Episodes cover navigating seasons of life, leadership and parenting, mindset shifts, and practical systems that reduce friction between work and family. Guests range from executive coaches and authors to founders sharing frameworks for presence, resilience, and authentic leadership. The conversations tend to emphasize actionable steps, boundaries, and routines—aimed at helping listeners align daily actions with a larger, values-driven vision for life and work.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Allan Glanfield
2. Paul Moore
3. Craig Parks
4. Jason Lange
5. Dave Albrechta
6. Chip Scholz
7. Jacqui Myslinski
8. Kurt Bush
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