Unfathered Fathers

He was this close to losing everything in a fire. But instead of ashes, God left behind a lesson. The soot on the walls wasn’t just damage — it was a testimony. Join us as we talk about how God can turn the evidence of your trials into reminders of His faithfulness.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

Their story is one of total wreckage — addiction, betrayal, and a marriage hanging by a thread. Both trapped in their own addictions, she turned to unfaithfulness, and he turned away from hope. But when they encountered God, everything began to change.
Through pain, honesty, and grace, God rebuilt what was once destroyed. This podcast shares their journey from addiction and heartbreak to freedom and restoration — a living testimony that no one is too far gone for redemption.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

In this episode, we sit down with David for part 2 — a man whose story is a powerful reminder of the goodness of God through every season. After losing nearly everything in Hurricane Katrina, David rebuilt his life in Northwest Arkansas. But even after the move, more challenges came — including deep personal struggles and heartbreak. From digging ditches to eventually serving as Mayor, David’s story is one of faith, perseverance, and God’s unwavering grace. His journey proves that even when life falls apart, God’s goodness never does.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

Growing up in New Orleans, David was surrounded by the sights and sounds of Bourbon Street — a world of chaos, temptation, and brokenness that felt “normal” at the time. But as he got older, he realized that what he thought was normal was far from the life God had for him. In this powerful podcast, hear how God completely transformed David’s story — from a life shaped by the streets to a life shaped by purpose. His journey is one of redemption, faith, and becoming the man and leader God created him to be.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

Their marriage was full of struggles—from addiction and loss to unimaginable pain—but God’s grace made all things new. In this episode, hear the raw and inspiring story of a woman who got pregnant by and married her cocaine dealer, and how God redeemed their relationship, healed their hearts, and transformed their family. This is a powerful reminder that no situation is too broken for God to restore.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

They had the toys, but not the peace. From motorcycles and boats to houses, they lived like they had it all—except they couldn’t even afford groceries. After losing a car to repossession and getting kicked out of their home, they learned a powerful truth: God wasn’t after their money, He was after their hearts. In this episode, Dylan and his wife Jennifer share their raw and real story of financial struggle, tithing through the chaos, and how God used their money mess to shift their identity from what they owned to who they were in Christ.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

She shot up dope and downed vodka in the church parking lot—broken, high, and desperate. But that day, everything changed. In this powerful episode, hear the raw and real story of a woman who walked into church in the middle of her addiction and walked out completely transformed by the love and power of Jesus. Today, her life is radically different, and she’s sharing the Gospel with others who feel too far gone. This testimony is proof that no one is beyond God’s reach. If you’ve ever wondered whether Jesus can truly change a life… this story will leave no doubt.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
 
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

In this episode, Dylan sits down with his sister to share her powerful story of battling addiction, family struggles, and feeling far from God. Even when she didn’t reach out to Him, she came to realize that God was there all along—working in the background, offering hope she didn’t even know she had. This raw and honest conversation is a reminder that no matter how far we feel, God never leaves us.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Erich, who shares his raw and inspiring story of how alcohol nearly cost him everything—including his life. Despite being the son of a pastor, he found himself trapped in addiction, proving that alcoholism can impact anyone. But one life-changing moment turned it all around. Since then, he hasn’t touched a drop. His journey is a powerful reminder that freedom is possible and that Jesus is able to bring hope and healing where there once was despair.
 
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.

In his early years, Todd experienced poverty and a difficult home life. But instead of letting those challenges shape his future, he developed a mindset that anything was possible. That perspective, fueled by faith, gave him a strong work ethic and the ability to see the good in any situation. Now, as a school principal, he’s living out that calling—helping students recognize their worth, believe in their purpose, and embrace a brighter future. Even for those who may not realize it, God is using his life and outlook to impact people in powerful ways. His story shows how faith and perspective can transform not only your own life, but the lives of everyone around you.
👇About Unfathered Fathers👇
This podcast exists to equip men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders they were created to be. It’s for those breaking the cycle—men who didn’t have strong role models growing up, but are ready to lead their families with purpose. Each episode confronts cultural lies about manhood, tackles issues like addiction, sin, and deep wounds, and points men to healing, truth, and the God-given strength to walk in real freedom.