In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with new father Wayne to discuss his powerful journey from hip hop culture and New Age spirituality to discovering faith in Christ, embracing fatherhood, and redefining family values.

Wayne shares an honest and compelling story of his life—from growing up in Zimbabwe and England, to facing bullying, immersing himself in hip hop culture, and producing music that shaped his worldview. He reflects on how media, music, and culture often replaced the guidance of his father, leading him into destructive patterns.

During the COVID-19 era, Wayne’s worldview was challenged, pushing him to explore conservative voices, self-improvement, and eventually New Age spirituality. But after terrifying spiritual experiences in Bali, Wayne and his wife encountered what they describe as spiritual attacks that ultimately led them to Christianity.

Now a husband and father to a newborn daughter, Wayne shares how his faith in Christ reshaped his perspective on family, parenting, and culture. He emphasizes the biblical call for fathers to disciple their children, protect them from harmful influences, and lead their homes with love, discipline, and faith.

This raw and inspiring conversation covers themes of fatherhood, faith, culture, parenting, media influence, spiritual transformation, and discipleship, offering valuable insights for dads and families navigating today’s world.

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In this episode of Father and Friend, Pastor Sam Flynn shares his powerful journey from growing up in an unbelieving home to raising a Christ-centered family. He and host Tim Anderson discuss parenting with grace, family discipleship, and the importance of being intentional in every stage of fatherhood.

Pastor Sam Flynn joins Tim Anderson to talk about faith, family, and fatherhood. Raised in an unbelieving home, Sam opens up about the challenges of breaking generational cycles and building a home rooted in biblical values. He shares lessons learned through parenting four children (and now a grandchild), the importance of apologizing and expressing love, and why fathers must be intentional stewards of their families.

The conversation covers practical parenting strategies—like consistent rules, open communication about difficult topics such as relationships and purity, and incorporating family Bible studies. Pastor Sam also reflects on his unique background in martial arts (MMA), the balance of pastoral ministry with family life, and the daily commitment to prayer and growth as a parent.

This episode offers encouragement for fathers (and mothers) at any stage of parenting: to embrace grace, keep learning, and invest deeply in their children’s lives.

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What does it mean to raise a son with faith, strength, and identity in today’s gender-confused world? In this powerful conversation, Miguel Valle shares his story of overcoming fear, past struggles, and insecurity to become a father who loves deeply, protects faithfully, and points his family to God.

Miguel opens up about his journey from wrestling with his sexual identity and masculinity to becoming a devoted husband and father who leads with prayer, affection, and intentionality. Together with Tim, he discusses:

• Facing fears of not being “masculine enough” to raise a son
• The deception of the LGBTQ and drag lifestyle
• Overcoming past wounds and trusting God for healing
• Learning to father through prayer and dependence on God
• Teaching children identity, confidence, and faith in a confusing culture
• Why affection, presence, and affirmation matter so much for boys
• Balancing protection with trusting God’s provision
• Building a marriage and family rooted in faithfulness and prayer

Miguel’s testimony is a reminder that God doesn’t waste our scars — He redeems them to help us lead our families with courage and love.

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What does it mean to be a godly, emotionally intelligent father in today’s world?

In this powerful conversation, Tim sits down with Yousif Farag—psychotherapist, executive coach, and author of Godly Manhood—to explore the journey from Sudanese refugee to Canadian family man, and how his faith, upbringing, and personal struggles have shaped the way he leads his home.

Yousif shares practical wisdom on building strong father-child relationships, the power of the dinner table for emotional connection, and how to raise resilient kids in a complicated world. He opens up about:

• Escaping religious persecution and starting over in Canada
• The pivotal moment he chose Christ at 13
• Using family dinners to build trust and teach life lessons
• Helping his son navigate bullying with wisdom and boundaries
• Balancing fatherhood, friendship, and authority
• Why emotional intelligence is essential for modern dads

Whether you're a father, husband, or leader, this episode will challenge and inspire you to grow in emotional maturity and lead your family with grace and conviction.

Connect with Yousif: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yousif-farag-8697b424/

Books referenced in show: Godly Manhood by Yousif Farag - https://amzn.to/455ovSW

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What happens when a pastor’s kid becomes a father and realizes he’s repeating the same silent expectations he grew up under? In this powerful conversation, Joe Bachmeyer, founder of You Matter Dad, opens up about emotional awareness, healing from internal chaos, and what it really means to be present as a father.

🎙️ In this episode, Joe shares:

• How growing up as a “functional only-child” shaped his parenting
• The pressure of silent expectations placed on pastors' kids—and how that carried into his fatherhood
• His battle with emotional regulation, tone, and control
• Why curiosity is more powerful than control in parenting
• The three core values he’s intentionally instilling in his kids: gratefulness, helpfulness, and emotional presence
• The surprising healing that happens when dads “get all in” with what their kids love

This is a conversation for every dad who's trying to show up better—not perfectly—but with purpose.

Connect With Joe at:

https://www.instagram.com/youmatterdad

https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@youmatterdad⁩

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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088978793193

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What happens when a father builds his home on generations of faith, a small family farm, and a vision for raising kids who are spiritually strong and practically wise?

In this episode, Chad—husband, father of five, and multi-generational Christian—shares how he’s building a countercultural home rooted in daily family devotions, intentional parenting, homeschooling, and entrepreneurial training. Chad walks through how his grandfather left a legacy of faith, how his family balances truth and grace in parenting, and why he’s training his kids to live life like responsible adults—by age 16.

He also dives into practical rhythms: how his family runs evening Bible time, how they plan their week, how his kids learn to run small businesses (like face painting and puppy breeding!), and why he views smartphones as a spiritual battlefield.

This is a must-listen for any father who wants to raise grounded, godly kids in a chaotic world.

Books for further reading mentioned in episode: The Family Economy by Rory Groves - https://amzn.to/4lvMYr6

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🎙️ Summary What if the key to raising faithful, resilient children is as simple—and as hard—as returning to reality? In this episode of Father and Friend, Father Peter Kavanaugh and Educator Benjamin Lyda explore how fathers can reclaim family, work, and worship as sacred acts.

🌱 Episode Overview In a culture of distraction, disconnection, and digital overload, this conversation dives deep into the pursuit of a meaningful family life. Father Peter shares how his family’s 40-acre Texas farm has become a classroom of virtue, work, and wonder—where imagination grows in the dirt and real education begins at the dinner table. Benjamin Lyda brings an educator’s insight into how fathers can form their children through leisure, liturgy, and shared life.

Together, they challenge the idea that parenting is about preparing kids for the “real world” and instead suggest that fathers should invite their children into reality through worship, suffering, beauty, and joy.

Books for further reading mentioned in episode:

The Family Economy by Rory Groves - https://amzn.to/4lvMYr6

Leisure: The Basis Of Culture By Josef Pieper - https://amzn.to/4kjgCPv

The Death Of Christian Culture by John Senior - https://amzn.to/3Gk9gxb

Connect with Father Peter and the Orthodox Church at https://www.saintbenedictorthodox.com/

Connect with Benjamin Lyda at https://scriptoriumwriting.com

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In this powerful episode, Michael shares his journey from a childhood marked by foster care, instability, and loss to becoming a devoted father and pastor. Mike opens up about the negative examples that shaped his early understanding of fatherhood, the moments of peace he found in churches and libraries, and the mentors—both real and philosophical—who helped form his identity.

We explore how true provision goes beyond financial support to include emotional and spiritual presence, and how fathers can intentionally guide their children with love, wisdom, and purpose. Mike reflects on his early draw to faith, his evolving role as a dad, and the impact of simply showing up.

Whether you're a father, a son, or someone seeking meaning in the challenges of life, this conversation is a heartfelt call to lead with integrity, prioritize your home, and raise children who are grounded, joyful, and ready to lead themselves.

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