First Class Fatherhood

Episode 95 Mike Ritland is a Former Navy SEAL, Best Selling Author, K-9 Training Expert & Host of ‘Mike Drop’ and he is my Guest on today’s podcast. After his military service, Mike founded Trikos International, which specializes in providing working K9s to a multitude of clients. He now has over 15 years experience in importing, breeding, raising, and training multiple breeds of working dogs. With his unique training approach, Ritland has trained thousands of working dogs for real-world applications. Find out more about Trikos here: https://www.trikos.com/overview/ Mike delivers an awesome message about fatherhood and it was a true honor to speak with him. Please enjoy and share today’s episode with any Father or Parent in your circle. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 94 Jeff Utsch is my Guest on today’s podcast. Jeff has been teaching Navy SEALs how to swim for over 20 years. He graduated from University of Arizona in 1991 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, where he also served as captain of the Swim Team. During his swimming carrer, Jeff was a member of the US National Team 1984-87, Top 10 World Rankings 1984-1988, and NCAA All-American in 1988. Using the skills he developed as an All-American swimmer and Captain of the University of Arizona swim team, Jeff currently serves as an Instructor to the Navy SEALs / Naval Special Warfare community where he teaches Navy SEALS and support personal specialized tactical swimming. In addition Jeff has taught Air Force Para Rescue Jumpers, Combat Controllers, Force Recon Marines, Coast Guard MSST, and other military personnel. Please Enjoy today’s Episode and find out more about Jeff Utsch here: https://www.jeffutsch.com and you can connect with him here: jeff@freedomexpoaz.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 93 BRAD LEA is my Guest on today’s Podcast. He is the Founder of Virtual Training. He is an Entrepreneur, Influencer, Sales Expert, Mentor and Best Selling Author. He also hosts a podcast called ‘Dropping Bombs’. Please enjoy this informative discussion about fatherhood, entrepreneurship and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 92 Craig Sawyer is a former Marine & Navy SEAL Team 6 Operator who founded Veterans 4 Child Rescue after his daughter was kidnaped and assaulted. He has taken up the fight against Child Sex Traffickers and our world is a safer and better place for our kids to live in because of him. The Child Trafficking problem in the United States is horrifying. Please listen to this very important episode of First Class Fatherhood as I speak with the Combat Veteran about fatherhood, Vets 4 Child Rescue and so much more. Please visit his awesome foundation here: https://vets4childrescue.org And let’s get these pedophiles off the streets and away from our children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 91 James A. DeMeo is my Guest for today’s Episode. The First Class Father & Best Selling Author has nearly 28 years of experience in the security industry and is considered a foremost subject matter expert on event security. He is the Founder, President, and CEO of Unified Sports & Entertainment Security Consulting (USESC), based in Raleigh, North Carolina. On September 1, 2017, DeMeo had the honor and distinction of being recognized by Security Magazine's: “The Most Influential People in Security 2017”. Please Enjoy today’s episode and grab a copy of DeMeo’s Best Selling Book - What’s Your Plan https://www.amazon.com/Whats-YOUR-PLAN-Step-Step-ebook/dp/B078B7G172 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 90 Robert Vera the Best Selling Author of ‘A Warrior’s Faith’ is my guest for today’s Episode. Robert is also a talented Keynote Speaker and Transformation Expert. We have an open and awesome conversation about fatherhood and Robert talks about how he came to know Navy SEAL Ryan Job so well that he wrote a book about him which became a best seller. Please enjoy today’s podcast. You can grab a copy of A Warriors Faith here - https://www.amazon.com/Warriors-Faith-Life-Changing-Firefight-Transformed/dp/1400206782 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 89 Kim & Penn Holderness the First Class Parents of the Holderness Family join me on today’s Episode. Their music parody videos have been seen by millions of people around the world. They talk about how the viral videos have impacted their family, they offer advice for kids who are aspiring to be YouTubers and much more. Please enjoy this Episode and watch the Holderness Family videos here: https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitTheGreenroom --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 88 Ted Rubin is my guest today. He is a First Class Father who is on a relentless journey to stay active in the lives of his two daughters after a nightmare divorce put a strain on their relationship. Ted is a leading Social Marketing Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Brand Evangelist, Acting CMO of Brand Innovators and Co-Founder of Prevailing Path. Please enjoy today’s podcast. Here is how you can Connect with and learn more about Ted Rubin: https://www.facebook.com/tedrubin/videos/10153898067108401/ http://tedrubin.com/ https://tedrubin.com/being-a-father-transcends-how-we-feel-moment-to-moment/ https://tedrubin.com/so-what-is-noletup/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 87 Chris Salem is a Business Leader, Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Prosperity Coach, First Class Father & Co-Founder of Empowered Fathers In Action and he is my guest for today's Podcast. Chris shares his thoughts about Fatherhood and the importance of teaching our kids Problem Solving skills to prepare them for the future. He also talks about the amazing Movement he Co-Founded- Empowered Fathers In Action and you can find out more about the organization and how you can get involved in the movement by visiting https://efamovement.org Please enjoy this Episode and Share it with any Father Figure in your contact list! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 86 Josh Wolf is a First Class Father, an Actor, a Writer, a Stand Up Comedian and my guest on today's Podcast. Josh shares some of his experiances as a Dad. He offers some valuable advice on raising kids today and he talks about his hilarious new special 'Father Of The Year' which is now available on his website https://www.comedianjoshwolf.com Please enjoy and share this episode with any father figure you know! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

NFL Hall Of Fame Collection is a Special Edition Podcast where you can listen to all of my interviews with Grid Iron greats in one place! In this Awesome Collection you will hear my conversations about fatherhood with First Class Fathers: MORTEN ANDERSEN, ANDRE REED, WILLIE ROAF, KURT WARNER & DEION SANDERS. Please enjoy and share this podcast with any Dad in your contact list. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 85 Chris Fields the firefighter who was famously photographed carrying 1 year old Baylee Almon from the horrific scene following The Oklahoma City Bombing is my guest on todays podcast. He discusses how the event and photograph itself changed his life forever. This is a MUST Listen. Chris has an incredible story to tell and all Dads can benefit from it. Please share this Episode with any Father Figure in your circle. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 84 Lance Moore who was recently inducted into the New Orleans Saints Hall Of Fame and wears a Super Bowl ring on his finger, joins me on today's podcast. The First Class Father of 2 girls shares awesome details about how fatherhood has changed him as a man, he talks about his future plans, has great advice for other new Dads and so much more. Please enjoy and share this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 83 Jeff Giesea joins me on the podcast. He is an entrepreneur and executive coach based in Washington D.C. He is here to talk about his journey to Fatherhood as a Gay Dad. Please enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Episode 82 Willie Roaf the Legendary Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman and First Class Father stops by the podcast. He offers some awesome advice for all Dads. He talks about playing street ball as a kid, discipling children, how to choose the right college for kids to play football. He gives his opinion on the players protesting during the anthem and tells us about his company, Frame Your Game which you may visit here: https://frameyourgame.com Thank you for listening and please share! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support