Rise and Dad Podcast

Former NBA player Anthony Toliver shares his insights on fatherhood, career, and faith in this episode of the Rise and Dad Podcast with Kevin Del Ro. Discover how this entrepreneur and family man balances the demands of business and being a present dad. 👨‍💼🏀➡️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🚀
In this episode, we explore:
✅ The challenges of being a traveling NBA player and a father
✅ Prioritizing family and building strong relationships with his four children
✅ Supporting his kids' passions and dreams, whether it's sports, art, or anything else!
✅ The role of faith in guiding his parenting and life decisions
✅ Building generational wealth and using his NBA career as a tool for family success
✅ Overcoming the misconception of “balance” and focusing on being 100% present
✅ The importance of a strong spousal relationship and open communication If you're a dad looking for inspiration, practical advice, and a reminder of what truly matters, this episode is a must-listen! 🔥 If this episode resonated with you, hit that LIKE button and share it with a fellow dad!
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What's it really like being a girl dad in today's world? Join Kevin Del Ro on the Rise and Dad Podcast as we dive deep into the joys and challenges of raising daughters with guest, Jon, an AI software professional and girl dad extraordinaire!
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅ Balancing Act: Jon shares his secrets for juggling a demanding career in AI, coaching his daughters' sports teams, and prioritizing quality family time. (Spoiler: It involves embracing the chaos! 🤪)
✅ The "Golden Era" of Parenting: Discover Jon's unique perspective on cherishing the fleeting moments of childhood and creating lasting memories with his daughters. What does this "golden era" mean to you? 💖
✅ Girl Dad Confessions: From navigating Taylor Swift obsessions 🎶 to painting toenails 💅, we get real about the unique experiences of raising girls.
✅ The Power of Partnership: How Jon and his wife, Danielle, built a strong foundation of respect and teamwork to create a loving and supportive environment for their kids.
✅ Lessons from Dad: Jon reflects on the impact of his own father and how it shaped his approach to fatherhood, including instilling resilience and the importance of showing up.
✅ Real Talk: We tackle the tough moments, like navigating kids' emotions, the challenges of elementary school, and teaching them confidence to face the world.
✅ Time Management Tips: With so many commitments, learn tips on squeezing as much as you can for family Whether you're a seasoned girl dad, a new parent, or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with relatable stories, practical advice, and heartfelt moments.
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In this introspective episode of the Rise and Dad Podcast, Kevin Del Ro welcomes William, a seasoned product management professional and dedicated dad to a five-year-old daughter. William shares his experiences on balancing career ambitions with the joys and anxieties of modern fatherhood.
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅ Navigating the challenges and rewards of being an older parent.
✅ How the loss of William's father in the El Salvador Civil War shaped his outlook on life and fatherhood.
✅ The anxieties of raising a child in a rapidly changing world dominated by AI and automation.
✅ William's approach to preparing his daughter for the future while cherishing her childhood innocence.
✅ The importance of teaching financial literacy and life skills to young children.
✅ Balancing a positive outlook with realistic anxieties as a parent.
✅ Insights on raising a bilingual child and preserving cultural heritage.
✅ The biggest challenge of fatherhood: managing patience and embracing the journey.

In this powerful episode of the Rise and Dad Podcast, host Kevin Del Ro sits down with Stoli, a single dad, Seattle Public Schools administrator, and talented street photographer. Stoli shares his unique journey into fatherhood, the challenges and triumphs of raising his 8-year-old son, Messiah, and how fatherhood transformed his life and got him off the streets. And most importantly how #BlackFathersMatter
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅ Stoli's journey from "dabbling in the streets" to becoming a dedicated father and impactful community member.
✅ The importance of intentional parenting and teaching kids "the hunger for learning."
✅ Navigating co-parenting dynamics and creating two loving homes for Messiah.
✅ Why Black Fathers Matter and breaking stereotypes surrounding black fatherhood.
✅ Raising a black son in America: Open conversations about race, identity, and faith.
✅ Stoli's passion for street photography and how he balances his career with fatherhood.
✅ The power of creating lasting memories and crafting a positive childhood.
✅ The challenges of balancing time, work, and personal interests as a single dad.
 
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Struggling to connect with your kids? Join Kevin Del Ro on The Rise and Dad podcast as he talks with Strider, the Founder of Dad Braids (www.instagram.com/dad.braids) about overcoming challenges and finding unique ways to connect with his daughter.
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅How Dad Braids became a symbol of connection during a difficult time.
✅The importance of emotional intelligence and responding to your kids' needs.
✅Advice for dealing with change and meltdowns in young children.
✅How to support your kids' passions and creative expression.
✅The power of dedicated one-on-one time. This episode is a reminder that even amidst the chaos, small moments of connection can make a big difference.
 
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In this relatable episode of the Rise and Dad Podcast, Kevin Del Ro chats with Josh, a "cool, young, fun dad" and commercial driver, about the joys and challenges of raising a teenage daughter. From grind mode to teenage years, Josh shares his wisdom and experiences.
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅ Josh's unique journey to fatherhood as an adopted child learning to create his own bloodline.
✅ The shock and emotional rollercoaster of becoming a young parent (23 years old).
✅ Navigating the grind mode and financial pressures of early fatherhood.
✅ Dealing with postpartum: What Josh learned and what advice he has for new dads.
✅ The importance of unconditional love and creating a safe space for open communication with your child.
✅ Balancing work, personal interests, and being a present dad.
✅ The challenges of patience and understanding during the teenage years.
✅ How coaching middle school basketball connects Josh to his daughter's community.
✅ Adapting to being the cool, fun, young dad that your daughter and her friends love. 🔥 If this episode resonated with you, hit that LIKE button and share it with a fellow dad! 
 
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In this episode of the Rise and Dad Podcast, we sit down with Rome, a stay-at-home dad, content creator, and impact ambassador. Rome shares his incredible journey of fatherhood, including the challenges of raising a child with Pfeiffer syndrome, balancing his own health struggles, and the role of social media in advocating for his daughter. Rome’s story is one of resilience, intentionality, and selflessness. He discusses how being a father has reshaped his life, the emotional and physical tolls of parenting, and how he strives to leave a lasting impact on his community and his children’s future.
🚀 In this episode, we explore:
✅ Raising a child with Pfeiffer syndrome: Rome talks about his daughter's rare genetic condition and the journey of navigating surgeries, challenges, and triumphs as a family.
✅ The power of social media for advocacy: Rome shares how he uses his platform to raise awareness, educate others, and connect with families facing similar challenges.
✅ Fatherhood and purpose: From overcoming personal struggles to showing up every day for his family, Rome reflects on the deeper purpose he’s found in fatherhood.
✅ Being intentional in parenting: Rome discusses how he’s working to provide the love and presence he never received as a child, and how he hopes to break generational cycles. Rome’s message is clear: intentionality, love, and self-awareness are key to creating a meaningful and lasting impact on our children’s lives. This episode is a must-listen for dads seeking inspiration, support, and practical advice on navigating the ups and downs of fatherhood. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more authentic conversations about fatherhood, family, and making an impact.

Amazing episode on Mike's unique journey with surrogacy, his career in the celebrity and creative industries, and his two kids, River and Sloane.
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Rosenthal, a talented photographer, director, and the co-founder of It's Good, a social-powered food and travel app. Mike opens up about his unique journey through fatherhood, including his upbringing, the challenges of surrogacy, losing their family home in the LA Wildfires, and balancing his successful career in the creative industry.
Mike shares powerful insights into his personal and professional life, including his experiences working with iconic celebrities, his love for travel, and the intentionality he brings to parenting.
Key topics in this episode:
✅ Surrogacy journey: Mike talks about the emotional and logistical process of using surrogates to grow his family, and how this decision shaped their parenting journey.
✅ Fatherhood and intentionality: Mike reflects on how he approaches fatherhood, balancing career, family, and self-care while creating lasting memories with his children.
✅ Celebrity parenting: He discusses the challenges and joys of raising kids in the public eye, and how he strives to maintain their privacy and normalcy.
✅ The importance of travel: Mike shares how his passion for travel has shaped his life and how he plans to expose his kids to different cultures and experiences.
 
💡 Plus: Learn how the Hoffman Process helped Mike break cycles of generational trauma and show up as the dad he wants to be.
Mike’s journey is one of inspiration, vulnerability, and love. Whether you’re navigating fatherhood or looking for ways to build intentional family memories, this episode offers valuable insights and personal stories.
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