Dudes Without Dads Podcast
Dudes Without Dads is a podcast and movement for men who grew up without a father, experienced father wounds, or lacked healthy male leadership—and are now determined to become the dad they never had. Hosted by Joshua Brown, this show features real stories, honest conversations, and expert guidance on healing, identity, manhood, fatherhood, faith, and breaking generational cycles.
We talk about trauma, addiction, forgiveness, leadership, emotional health, and spiritual formation—all through a Christ-centered, hope-focused, and practical lens.
Every episode empowers you to heal from your past, reclaim your identity, build a legacy, and become a man worth following.
You are not alone. Your story is not over. Your fatherhood can be different.
Recent Episodes
Oct. 1, 2026
Kyle Lee: From the Ring to the Cross
Kyle Lee — better known as "Crazy Kyle" — walks Joshua through one of the wildest, most redemptive testimonies we've ever recorded. From childhood martial arts to Xanax addiction, MMA cage fights, a near-suicide, a friend's suicide, a mission trip to Haiti, and a moment at 2:30 in the morning outside a Catholic church when he heard the voice of God — Kyle's story is proof that Jesus really does show up. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Intro / Kyle's Testimony 02:48 - Meet Kyle: Born Christma...
31
Sept. 17, 2026
Pastor Jason: Rejected by His Father, Called by the Father
Pastor Jason grew up without his dad and once heard his own father say, "I don't have a son named Jason." On this episode of Dudes Without Dads, he shares how God rewrote his story — from a broken home to the pulpit — and how every fatherless son can go get the blessing. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:48 - Meet Pastor Jason 03:05 - Before the Divorce 09:29 - "Who Would You Rather Live With?" 11:18 - The Friday Dad Never Showed 17:51 - Doug: The Man Who Kept ...
30
Sept. 3, 2026
Chip Pew: Made to Win — The 6 Skills Every Man Needs
What it means to be Made to Win — and why the trophy isn't the point Why you don't need a pulpit to be in ministry The Westminster Abbey tomb inscription that changes how you think about impact The 6 SKILLS every man needs to live on purpose: Speak, Know, Invest, Lift, Live, Share How the meaning of your name can rewire your identity ("Charles" = free man) What "the blessing" is and how to go get it — even at your father's grave How investing in ONE person can change a nation Chad Brin...
39
Aug. 20, 2026
Dr. Wayne Chappelle: Father Wounds & the Wingman Every Man Needs
Dr. Wayne Chappelle ("Dr. C") is the psychologist trusted by NBA stars, Olympic gold medalists, and elite Special Operations — and co-author of Heal Your Hurting Mind with Craig Groeschel (#5 NYT Bestseller). In this episode, he brings that clinical wisdom to the men Joshua serves every week: guys who grew up without a dad, or with one who did more damage than good. Dr. C breaks down what father wounds actually do to the brain, why every man has them, and how to move from victim to survivor. ...
38
Aug. 13, 2026
Pastor Brandon Petty: A Journey Through the Wilderness — Childhood Trauma, the Ministry Mask & Finding Freedom | Dudes Without Dads
Pastor Brandon Petty returns to Dudes Without Dads for a raw, deeply honest conversation about his new book A Journey Through the Wilderness — releasing August 11. Brandon is the lead pastor of Generation Church, a fast-growing congregation in a small farming town north of Nashville, and founder of the Landmark Association, a network of churches committed to pastor and church health. Brandon opens up about the severe sexual and physical abuse he suffered between the ages of 8 and 10, the identi
36
July 30, 2026
Carl Thomas: The Top 5 Questions Men Ask About Porn — Addiction, Shame, the Brain & How to Actually Break Free | Dudes Without Dads
This week on Dudes Without Dads, Joshua sits down with Carl Thomas — founder and executive director of Live Free Ministries and CEO of XXXchurch.com — for a straight-talking conversation about the one topic most men will never bring up in the lobby: pornography. Joshua brings the top 5 questions men are actually asking themselves — the ones typed into search bars at 2 a.m. — and Carl answers them with the compassion of a brother who's been there and the clarity of an expert who's spent 20+ year
Recent Blog Posts
Feb. 14, 2026
The Echoes of Absence: Understanding the Lasting Impact of Father Wounds
Welcome back to the blog, and to a deep dive into a topic that resonates with so many of us who navigate the complexities of life without a strong paternal presence. In our latest podcast episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Cliff Branham,…
Feb. 2, 2026
Daily Rhythms for Intentional Fatherhood: Connecting with Your Kids
Introduction: The Heart of Intentional Fatherhood Welcome back to the blog, everyone! In our latest episode of Dudes Without Dads, we dove deep into a topic that’s absolutely fundamental to being the best father you can be: intentionality. It’s eas…
Feb. 1, 2026
Rewiring Your Identity: Replacing Old Narratives with God's Truth
Welcome back to the blog, and more importantly, welcome back to the podcast! In our latest episode, You Can't Become the Dad You Never Had Without This, we delved deep into the often-unseen struggle for identity, particularly for men who've navigate…