In this emotional and powerful Young Dad Roundtable, Jey, Casey, Chris, Mike, and Paul cover some of the heaviest and most hopeful topics fathers are facing today.The conversation opens with the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk, sparking deep reflection on political violence, faith, and the future of open debate in America. The dads discuss cultural polarization, revival through faith, and how division is pulling families and communities apart.Jey shares a heartfelt poem about the impact of a father’s absence on two little girls, moving the panel to tears. The group then lightens the mood with a viral baseball story about “Philly’s Karen,” unpacking what it reveals about fatherhood, masculinity, and modeling strength for kids.From there, the roundtable turns to September’s Suicide Prevention Month. Jey shares the loss of his brother, Chris opens up about losing his dad, Casey recounts his own survival story, and Mike reflects on shame and negative reinforcement. Together, they dive into the crisis facing men—loneliness, lack of encouragement, and the desperate need for authentic community and affirmation.The episode closes with fatherhood stories—kids saying embarrassing things in public, bedtime battles, tantrums, and the lessons dads can take from them. The men emphasize values, love languages, structure, and the sacredness of bedtime conversations.This is a heavy, real, and hope-filled conversation for dads, husbands, and men everywhere.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Roundtable Discussion01:23 Tragic Incident at Utah Valley University02:48 Reflections on Political Violence11:03 The Impact of Political Discourse on Society15:48 Concerns for Future Generations24:50 The Role of Faith in Political Turmoil29:44 Navigating the Complexity of Faith and Society33:09 The Role of the Church in Political Engagement34:02 Understanding Sin and Human Nature37:14 The Impact of Loss on Families41:30 A Lighthearted Interlude: The Phillies Karen Incident52:26 Suicide Awareness and Mental Health Conversations55:16 The Evolution of Content Creation for Fathers57:03 Understanding Men's Struggles and Support58:27 The Seriousness of Mental Health and Suicide01:00:07 The Importance of Connection and Community01:02:03 Navigating Male Identity and Purpose01:06:22 Encouragement and Affirmation for Men01:11:30 The Role of Women in Men's Mental Health01:20:10 Closing Thoughts on Men's Value and Purpose01:27:13 Embracing Authenticity in Parenting01:28:13 Navigating Conversations About Values with Children01:30:00 Handling Tantrums in Public Spaces01:31:10 Understanding Age-Appropriate Responses to Tantrums01:33:10 The Importance of Emotional Connection01:36:34 Identifying Underlying Needs Behind Tantrums01:41:33 Establishing Bedtime Routines and Expectations01:45:44 Making the Most of Bedtime Conversations01:53:07 Outtro

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