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The Rising Father Podcast With Chris Rodack

Chris Rodack
Fatherhood
Discipline
Men Of Fire
Self-Improvement
Personal Growth
Parenting
Leadership
Personal Development
Mental Health
Fitness
Self-Discipline
Marriage
Accountability
Family Dynamics
Identity
Family
Motivation
Child Development
Family Relationships
Mindset

For fathers who refuse to settle. This is not another self-help podcast. It's a forge for the man you were meant to be. Host Chris Rodack delivers raw, uncompromising truth and actionable blueprints to win the war against excuses, get disciplined, and become the Lighthouse your family needs. Stop being a spectator in your own life. It's time to lead.

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Latest Episodes

Your house is quiet. No screaming, no slammed doors — you haven't had a real fight in months. Two people raising kids, splitting a mortgage, sleeping in the same bed, living like polite strangers. And you've told yourself things are fine. They're not... more

James Mitchell completed is 9 months into Men Of Fire. He went from sad, dad bod, and having his family walk on eggshells around him to a patient, ripped leader. Listen to how he overcame himself to RISE with Men Of Fire. Apply Here: ⁠https://menoffi... more

There will be a last time you carry your child to bed. A last time she asks for one more story. A last time he crawls into your lap because he's scared of the dark. And it won't come with a warning — it'll just be an ordinary Tuesday, like all the ot... more

You're carrying weight you didn't used to carry. Your marriage went from passion to roommates. You feel like an imposter in your own home, your own body, your own life. And you keep scanning your past for the event that did this to you — the crash, t... more

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Dan Schmidt
Member of Men Of Fire who completed 12 months in the program
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Aman Bring
A 36-year-old father and husband who transformed his life through discipline and accountability.
East to West Group of Companies
Episode: How a Father Dropped His Vices, Got Ripped, And Started Leading His Family.
Dr. Cindy Hovington
Neuroscientist and founder of Curious Neuron, a platform for supporting parental well-being
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Episode: Neuroscientist Dr. Cindy Hovington-Reflective Parenting
Dr. Cameron Chesnut
Facial plastic surgeon and wellness advocate
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Chris Rodack
Host of The Rising Father Podcast
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Episode: Optimizing Health, Recovery & Mindset for High Performers with Dr. Cameron Chesnut

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Chris Rodack
Host of The Rising Father Podcast and creator behind Rising Father / Men of Fire programs; central figure across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Excuses No More

    Chris speaks straight through my façade and excuses. All of the many years I’ve blamed everyone else for the things in my life. This is not a “Try harder you wussy!!!!” But an austere and heartfelt plea to the man that I want to be and who my family needs to thrive. Every time I listen, I am forced to look within myself and take responsibility for actions and habits that have gotten me in the place that I am today. I’m so inspired and only I can decide what version of me I want to be. Thank you,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leej_the_leonidas
    United States10 months ago
  • Awesome inspiring podcast

    Chris is the real deal! I’ve met him and he is in real life just as he is on the podcast. Listening to him really helps you reflect on your own life and relationships with self, wife and kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boxman83
    United States2 years ago
  • Chris is real

    Great podcast. Having met Chris and his family, his content is real. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmlunceford
    United States3 years ago
  • Just what I needed

    You bring in exactly what I need in my quest to become the best father I can. Either through guests or your own commentary, it helps me get through the days.

    Thanks for what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iohann12
    Canada3 years ago
  • Outstanding

    Great Uplifting podcast, full of useful, actionable takeaways that can be implemented into your life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkFerr
    United States4 years ago

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Fans note the relatable storytelling and clear emphasis on accountability and community.
Many say the episodes motivate daily discipline and stronger family leadership.
Listeners praise the host's blunt, actionable guidance that feels authentic and practical.

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How a Father Dropped His Vices, Got Ripped, And Started Leading His Family.
Q: How has the way you're living now changed the dynamic between you and your wife?
Aman shares that improved communication has made their relationship stronger and more connected, leading to a more positive household environment.
How a Father Dropped His Vices, Got Ripped, And Started Leading His Family.
Q: What sparked you to reach out in the first place? What drove you to Rising Father?
Aman recalls feeling lost and recognizing his drinking habits as stress relief, leading him to seek support for personal transformation.
Neuroscientist Dr. Cindy Hovington-Reflective Parenting
Q: What can a father do to model healthy emotional responses for their children?
Modeling a habit of pausing before reacting is essential.
Neuroscientist Dr. Cindy Hovington-Reflective Parenting
Q: What should a father do if they react negatively to their child?
Start with self-awareness and create a habit of pausing before reacting.
Neuroscientist Dr. Cindy Hovington-Reflective Parenting
Q: What is reflective parenting?
It's about understanding the nervous system and becoming more responsive rather than reactive in parenting.

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This show targets fathers who want to overhaul daily habits, discipline, and leadership at home. Episodes mix hard-hitting monologues with practical roadmaps for personal growth, family leadership, and building accountability groups. A persistent throughline is transforming self-talk, routines, and identity to create lasting impact on spouses, kids, and personal legacy. Noteworthy is a clear emphasis on high-commitment action, brotherhood or coaching circles, and blunt, real-talk style that challenges common excuses. The format leans into solo essays and personal memoirs, often tying personal struggles to broader programs like Men of Fire that promise tangible, repeatable results for listeners seeking deeper life change.

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2. Aman Bring
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4. Dr. Cameron Chesnut
5. Chris Rodack

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