the dad edge

  • Zach Watson – The Hidden Work of Invisible Labor

    Zach Watson is an Invisible Labor Coach who helps men understand and share the mental load of domestic responsibilities with their partners. Through his coaching practice, he guides couples in recognizing unseen household labor, improving communication, and creating more equitable partnerships. His expertise includes addressing emotional labor, cognitive load, and implementing the “Fair Play” framework to foster healthier relationship dynamics.

  • Andy Heller – The Divorce Secret Happy Couples Know Too Late

    Andy Heller is a successful businessman and author who transitioned from writing real estate investment books to penning “Take the High Road: Divorce with Compassion for Yourself and Your Family” after his own divorce experience. Through his unique perspective as someone who has navigated divorce personally rather than as a professional in the field, Andy compiled insights from attorneys, therapists, mediators, and other experts to create a comprehensive guide featuring 46 practical strategies. His groundbreaking approach combines a businessman’s objectivity with expert guidance, aiming to help others achieve healthier outcomes for themselves and their families during and after divorce.

  • Scott McCarthy – The 4 Stages of Leadership

    Scott McCarthy is a distinguished Canadian Army officer whose leadership journey began early, leading him to command an 80-soldier platoon at age 24 and later a 200-member Logistics Squadron, while also serving as a mentor in Afghanistan. He currently serves as both a senior Canadian Army officer and Chief Leadership Officer at Moving Forward Leadership, where he hosts a podcast sharing insights from his two decades of military experience.

  • Jesi Stracham – ROAD to Redemption from Tragedy to Triumph

    Jesi Stracham is the founder of Wheel With Me Foundation and co-developer of the Wheel With Me Adapt Fit app, designed to support the independence and fitness of wheelchair users. After a motorcycle accident in 2015 resulted in a spinal cord injury, Jesi turned her experience into a platform for motivation and empowerment, and set on a mission to inspire the world to live life to its fullest. She also co-owns Freedom Longevity & Wellness LKN in Lake Norman, North Carolina.

  • Chuck Liddell – Navigating Life After UFC

    Chuck Liddell is a legendary figure in the world of mixed martial arts, recognized as one of the pioneers who brought MMA into the mainstream. Known as “The Iceman” for his unshakeable presence in the ring, Chuck’s journey to greatness began far from the bright lights of professional fighting. He is the face of UFC, and superstar of Mixed Martial Arts–the fastest growing sport in America. In 1998, he won his first Mixed Martial Arts fight, soon after joining the UFC to become the #1 ranked light-heavyweight contender in the world. He is a walking lethal weapon.

  • Clifford Stephan – How Taking a Break from Alcohol Can Change Your Life

    Clifford Stephan is the founder of Booze Vacation, a health and wellness company for high-performing men. He also founded OneCompensation, a Bay Area consulting firm that has helped Silicon Valley companies. After realizing recreational drinking was holding him back, Clifford founded Booze Vacation to help others upgrade their health and professional potential.

    Today, Clifford shares how taking a year-long break from alcohol dramatically improved his health, performance, and quality of life, leading him to launch “Booze Vacation” – an initiative to help men reclaim their vitality by temporarily abstaining from drinking. He explains alcohol’s detrimental effects on the body, arguing that even moderate consumption can cause significant issues over time.

    By taking a booze vacation, men can reset their minds and bodies, leading to weight loss, enhanced productivity, and better overall wellbeing. Clifford introduces his program, which offers resources and coaching to support men in adopting healthier habits and achieving their health goals.