• 🎙️ Raising 8 – Episode #9: “Adulting Ain’t the Finish Line”
    Oct 9 2025

    Just because the kids moved out doesn’t mean the parentingstops. In this episode, Ed gets real about the next chapter—when your grownkids start their own families, and suddenly you’re navigating new personalities, new dynamics, and new challenges. From offering guidance without overstepping, to helping raise grandkids while still parenting two of them full-time, Ed shares the raw truth, the wins, and the lessons learned. Thisone’s for every parent who thought the job was done… and realized it’s just evolved.

    #Raising8#NoLimitsParenting#AdultingIsntTheEnd#LegacyLeadership#GrandparentGoal#StillParenting#EdFranklinUnfiltered#FamilyEvolution#ParentingNeverStops

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    27 mins
  • “Raising Resilient Individuals: A Conversation with Dr. Kate Lund”
    Oct 3 2025

    In Episode #8 of Raising 8, Ed Franklin sits downwith Dr. Kate Lund—psychologist, author, and resilience expert—to explore howparents can nurture individuality and empower their children to thrive. From embracing neurodiversity to building mental strength through challenge, this episode dives deep into the mindset shifts that help kids succeed in school,sports, and life. Dr. Lund shares insights from her own journey and her work with families, offering practical tools for raising confident, resilient young people. Whether you're a parent, educator, or mentor, this conversation will inspire you to see every child as a unique force of potential.

    Kate Lund

    #Raising8Podcast #NoLimitsParenting #KateLund #ResilientKids#ParentingTips #Neurodiversity #EmpowerChildren #MindsetMatters#EdFranklinNoLimits #BounceBackStrong #LeadershipStartsAtHome #dr.katelund #fyp

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    36 mins
  • “Life Doesn’t Always Go As Planned”: Raising 8 Ep. 7 – Caretaker Chronicles
    Sep 28 2025

    In this heartfelt episode of Raising 8, Ed opens upabout the raw realities of being a caretaker—from managing injuries and sickness to stepping up for his two grandkids. He reflects on the years his stepdad lived with the family before passing, sharing lessons in love, responsibility, and resilience.

    “Life doesn’t always go as planned. But sometimes, the detour is where the real legacy begins.”

    This is a tribute to those who carry others through life’stoughest seasons—and a reminder that strength isn’t just physical, it’sgenerational.

    #Raising8Podcast #NoLimitsLegacy #CaretakerLife#GrandparentGoals #FamilyFirst #ResilienceInAction #StepdadStories#GenerationalStrength #RealTalkWithEd #ParentingAndBeyond

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    35 mins
  • “The Gentleman's Journey: Fatherhood, Presence, and Purpose with Steve Seidel”
    Sep 22 2025

    In this powerful No Limits conversation, Ed Franklin sitsdown with Steve Seidel— one of the founders of GentsJourney.co—to explore whatit truly means to show up as a man in today’s world. From fatherhood and emotional presence to navigating relationships with intention, this episode dives deep into the mindset shifts that help men lead with purpose. Whetheryou're raising kids, rebuilding connections, or redefining your role, Steve brings wisdom, vulnerability, and practical tools to the table.

    This isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. Tune in andtake the next step on your own gentleman’s journey.

    #NoLimitsPodcast #MensMentalHealth #FatherhoodMatters#SteveSeidel #GentsJourney #BePresent #MindfulManhood #LegacyLeadership#EdFranklin #MenAndRelationships #PurposeDrivenLife #EmotionalPresence#RaisingMen #AuthenticLeadership

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    46 mins
  • Raising 8 – Episode #6 “Transformative Parenting with Todd Sarner: Leading with Connection, Not Control”
    Sep 17 2025

    In Part 6 of the Raising 8 podcast series, Ed Franklinsits down with Todd Sarner, founder of TransformativeParenting.com, to explore how parents can shift from reactive discipline to intentional connection. Toddshares his journey from therapist to parenting coach, offering practical strategies rooted in neuroscience, attachment theory, and emotional regulation. Whether you're raising toddlers or teens, this episode delivers real tools forbuilding trust, resilience, and long-term growth. Transformative Parenting | End Chaos, BuildLasting Calm

    Ed and Todd dive into: This isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. Tune in andtransform the way you lead your family.

    #Raising8Podcast #TransformativeParenting #ToddSarner#EdFranklinNoLimits #ParentingWithPurpose #AttachmentParenting#EmotionalIntelligence #ParentingTips #FatherhoodJourney #MindfulParenting#NoLimitsLegacy #LeadershipAtHome

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Raising 8 – Episode #5 “Teenage Terrain: No Map, Just Mindset”
    Sep 11 2025

    Middle school, high school, and everything in between—thisepisode dives into the unpredictable terrain of raising teens. Ed shares real-time challenges with his kids as they navigate identity, independence, and the occasional chaos of adolescence. From discipline to decision-making, it’s araw look at parenting through the lens of mindset, legacy, and love. No sugarcoating, just straight talk and a few laughs along the way.

    Whether you're in the thick of it or gearing up for the teenyears, this one’s for every parent who’s ever asked, “Is it just me?”

    #Raising8Podcast #TeenYearsUnfiltered #NoLimitsParenting#MiddleSchoolMadness #HighSchoolHustle #LegacyLeadership #ParentingRealTalk#EdFranklinNoLimits #FatherhoodJourney #MindsetMatters

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    47 mins
  • Raising 8 - Episode #4 “Parenting Then, Now, and Next: A Generational Showdown”
    Sep 5 2025

    In this episode of Raising 8, Ed Franklin pulls nopunches as he compares three parenting eras: the tough-love grit of his parents, the intentional discipline he brought to raising eight kids, and the shifting expectations of today’s youth. It’s part reflection, part reality check, and all heart. If you’ve ever wondered how parenting philosophiesevolve—or clash—across generations, this one’s for you.

    From wooden spoons to Wi-Fi passwords, Ed breaks down what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what might be getting lost in translation.

    #Raising8Podcast #NoLimitsParenting #GenerationalWisdom#OldSchoolVsNewSchool #FatherhoodUnfiltered #ParentingEvolution #LegacyTalk#EdFranklinSpeaks #DisciplineAndLove #ModernParenting

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    32 mins
  • Episode #3 – “Six Kids, No Job, No Limits”
    Sep 2 2025

    In this raw and revealing episode, Ed opens up about a seismic shift: becoming a single parent to six children, navigating custody, visitation, and the uncertainty ofunemployment. It’s not just a story of survival—it’s a declaration of resilience. From heartbreak to hustle, Ed shares how mindset, discipline, and legacy keep him moving forward. This one’s for every parent who’s ever felt overwhelmed… and chose to rise anyway.

    🎙️ “I didn’t choose this storm. But I’m building adamn good shelter.”

    #Raising8Podcast #NoLimitsMindset #SingleDadStrong#FatherhoodUnfiltered #CustodyJourney #ParentingRealTalk #ResilienceInAction#LegacyBuilder #EdFranklinSpeaks #MotivationThroughChaos #FamilyFirstAlways

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    17 mins