In this episode, Joel and Andy welcome their new producer, Mark Graff, to the booth. They sit down with community leader Vince Turner before his move to Fairhope, Alabama. Vince reflects on his three distinct careers: sports broadcasting—where he called Notre Dame’s 1988 championship—leading development at Bashor Children’s Home, and working in banking. He shares…

On this episode of the Dudes and Dads podcast, Joel and Andy talk with Hope Stutzman all about her coffee truck, Forensic Coffee. Hope shares her entrepreneurial journey, including the learning curve, securing the trailer from Louisiana, and navigating strict Goshen city regulations for food trucks. She also highlights the power of parental encouragement. Links:

On this short episode Joel and Andy recap how Joel’s Plan to have a 90’s summer for his kids in which he took away all technology that was not in the 90’s. We talk about how it went, what his kids thought and much more!

Joel and Andy talk with Randy Black about resiliency. Randy shares his “bounce back mentality” learned from his late friend and podcast co-host, Jim Clayton. They discuss the four pillars of resilience (mental, physical, social, spiritual) and how to model this strength for children, exemplified by Andy’s painful dune climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes Links:

On this episode Joel and Andy welcome Mark Graff, “the most interesting man in the world”. Mark recounts his diverse career, from railroad conductor and intense oil field work in North Dakota to business owner and worship director. He shares stories of challenging work schedules, a mental breakdown, and the foster care journey. The episode…

On this episode, John Stoll shares his family’s unique journey, marked by adoptions and profound losses, including his grandson Asher and son Zane. He discusses navigating grief and the traumatic murder of Zane, emphasizing his powerful decision to forgive the perpetrators. John highlights his faith in Jesus as his source of peace and strength Sponsors:…

This episode of the Dudes and Dads Podcast features a conversation with Clarke Kaufman, owner, founder, and principal of Avad Chiropractic and Wellness, which is also a show sponsor. In this episode, Clarke discusses: • His personal journey into chiropractic medicine, including his background in sports and how tearing his ACL led him to consider…

Ryan Duckworth recounts surviving a near-fatal 7,100-volt electrocution. Despite severe burns, his internal organs were miraculously unharmed. Learn how this accident, just weeks before his son’s birth, profoundly impacted his new marriage, with wife Kailee stepping up immensely. Ryan discusses overwhelming community support, his healing journey, and future professional adjustments with his supportive employer. His…

Dudes and Dads features Joel Miller on maintaining relationships with adult children. He shares insights: support individual paths, show unconditional love, celebrate accomplishments, and prioritize listening. Learn to keep influence and avoid “parental divorce”. Sponsored by Everence Financial. Links:

On this episode of the Dudes and Dads podcast, the we explore the idea of a “’90s summer”. Joel shares his plan for a “hard reset” for his family, specifically during June and July, which involves removing video games and drastically reducing phone and screen time for his kids. This intentional effort aims to foster…