{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Impact of Mentorship in Fatherhood | Good Dads","description":"Why do people choose to invest their time in helping dads succeed? In the newest episode of the Good Dads Podcast, host J Fotsch sits down with two experienced Good Dads facilitators who are making a lasting impact on fathers and families: Please join us in welcoming two highly skilled long-time facilitators: Janice Reynolds, a Good Dads master facilitator and retired teacher; and Dr. Benjy Lampert, a retired anesthesiologist who also serves on the executive board for Good Dads. Together, Janice and Benjy share why they are passionate about guiding and supporting fathers who are working through the challenges of parenting, relationships, recovery and personal growth. Facilitators lead Good Dads classes, but beyond that, they create a space where fathers can grow, and become more intentional in their role. Benjy and Janice bring decades of experience in caring for people, teaching, and mentoring\u2014and now they\u2019re using that experience to help dads: \u2714 Navigate the pressures of fatherhood \u2714 Strengthen relationships with their children \u2714 Grow in confidence and leadership \u2714 Build healthier family dynamics Their stories show that when someone steps in to guide and support a dad, the impact can last for generations. When you think about it, our facilitators aren't just changing the lives of fathers and father-figures. They are also creating a ripple-effect that's visible throughout a family, and indeed, the whole community! \ud83d\udca1 KEY CONCEPTS AND IDEAS IN THIS EPISODE \ud83d\udd35 Why facilitation plays a key role in fatherhood programs \ud83d\udd35 What motivates people to support responsible fatherhood \ud83d\udd35 The real challenges fathers face\u2014and how support from a facilitator changes outcomes \ud83d\udd35 How mentorship and guidance can transform families \ud83d\udd35 Why investing in dads strengthens entire communities This episode is for: \ud83d\udfe1 Dads looking for guidance and support \ud83d\udfe1 Mentors, coaches, and community leaders \ud83d\udfe1 People interested in family and parenting programs \ud83d\udfe1 Anyone passionate about building stronger families ABOUT GOOD DADS Good Dads is a nonprofit organization dedicated to "helping kids and communities one dad at a time." We do this through a variety of resources, programs and events built for ANY dad or father-figure. We rely on skilled facilitators like Janice and Benjy to help us lead classes for fathers. 00:00 Introduction 03:04 What Do you Teach 06:42 Dr. Benjy Lampert 09:10 Breaking Cycles 12:18 Sponsors of Good Dads  12:56 Couples Support 15:46 Helping See Signs of Stress  19:43 For All Dads 22:55 Positive Perspective 24:27 How to Get Involved ","author_name":"Good Dads Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.gooddads.com\/","html":"