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In this special episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, Chris Carter and Jamie switch seats and join Larry Hagner on The Dad Edge for an honest conversation about fatherhood, resilience, entrepreneurship, leadership and building stronger communities. Jamie shares his journey from a difficult childhood in Northern Ontario to leaving home at just 15 years old, overcoming adversity and creating a better future for his three sons. Chris reflects on growing up with a loving and present father, raising two confident daughters and the personal transformation that inspired him to lose nearly 100 pounds and prioritize his health. Together, they discuss the growth of Shit My Dad Taught Me, the powerful lessons they've learned from their guests and how Burlington Dads has brought thousands of fathers together to raise over $1 million for local families and charities. It's a personal and inspiring conversation about overcoming your past, raising strong children, men's mental health, personal growth and the importance of showing up for your family and community.

What happens when a community comes together to turn heartbreak into hope? In this special episode of Sh*t My Dad Taught Me, hosts Chris Carter and Jamie Kozub lead a powerful live conversation at A Night of Hope, an event created by Julie Neal and the Levie Initiative to raise awareness and support for families facing childhood cancer. Through deeply emotional stories and honest discussions, six remarkable guests share their experiences with pediatric cancer, grief, resilience, family support, and the importance of finding hope during life's most difficult moments. Jennifer Andaloro honours the legacy of her daughter Charlotte and the impact of Charlotte's Smiles 4 Kids Project. Sixteen-year-old Emmett Ouellette discusses his battle with leukemia and his mission to support other teenagers through ABSURD, while his stepfather James Neal shares the realities of navigating childhood cancer as a parent. Susan Kuczynski of OPACC, Dr. Gregorio Zúñiga-Villanueva of McMaster Children's Hospital, and Danielle Zucchet of Kemp Care Network bring important perspectives on family advocacy, pediatric palliative care, and the future of children's hospice care through Keaton's House. Together, they explore the importance of seeing children beyond their diagnoses, supporting entire families through treatment, and creating meaningful change through compassion and community. A Night of Hope was held in support of Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer (OPACC) and Keaton's House – Paul Paletta Children's Hospice. This is more than a conversation about childhood cancer. It's about courage, love, community, and the extraordinary difference that people can make when they come together. Listen, reflect, and share this episode to help these important stories reach beyond the room.

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Canadian broadcaster, author and radio personality Roz Weston for a conversation about media, fatherhood, grief, family, friendship and finding meaning outside of your career. Roz reflects on his journey from growing up in a small town and landing an early opportunity with The Howard Stern Show to building a decades long career in Canadian entertainment, including ET Canada and The Roz & Mocha Show. He shares what he's learned from interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, his relationship with Mocha and how the media industry changed with the rise of social media. He also opens up about his father's journey to sobriety, losing his dad, processing grief while writing his memoir and how those lessons now influence the father he is to his daughter, Roxy. Roz also shares his perspective on raising a teenager around social media, dealing with online criticism and why the things you love most in life don't necessarily need to be your job. It's a funny, personal and thoughtful conversation about reinvention, loss, fatherhood, career longevity and building a life that means more than what you do for work. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with entrepreneur, media founder and commentator Jonathan Harvey to talk about failure, resilience, business, fatherhood and what success actually means. Jonathan shares his journey from dropping out of college and failing at businesses in his twenties to building companies across restaurants, construction, media and technology. He talks about learning through failure, staying focused as an entrepreneur, “burning the boats” and why knowing your definition of success matters before you spend your life chasing it. He also opens up about his more than 20 year relationship with his wife Megan, raising their son Jackson, preparing for their second child and their upcoming move from Canada to Texas. Becoming a father has changed Jonathan's perspective on ambition, time and legacy, with his biggest goals now extending far beyond business. It's a conversation about building companies, raising resilient kids, surrounding your family with the right people and creating a life where success gives you more of what matters most: time. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with former Canadian national team captain Jason deVos for a conversation about soccer, leadership, coaching, fatherhood and finding purpose beyond the game. Jason takes us from his childhood in rural Ontario through an 18 year professional soccer career, representing Canada and eventually moving into broadcasting, coaching and leadership. He shares what great coaches taught him about supporting young athletes, why parents don't need to coach their kids on the drive home and why leadership has nothing to do with the title beside your name. Jason also opens up about the difficult transition out of professional sports, separating his identity as an athlete from who he was as a person, going to therapy and working to become a better husband and father. It's a conversation about sport, family, vulnerability, lifelong learning and continuing to grow through every stage of life. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with brothers Julien and Jermaine Franklin for a conversation about family, sports, fatherhood, perseverance and legacy. From their parents leaving Jamaica and building a life in Canada, to growing up moving across different cities and finding community through sports, the Franklin brothers share the foundation that helped shape their lives and careers. Jermaine opens up about the years of grinding behind the scenes before getting his opportunity at TSN, while Julien shares how volunteering, mentorship and relationships helped launch a career in sports business that eventually led him to entrepreneurship. They also talk about raising their own children, staying connected as a family, supporting one another as brothers and carrying the lessons their parents taught them into the next generation. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Trey Tucker, founder of Rugged Counseling and author of Tough Enough, for a conversation about men’s mental health, masculinity, fatherhood and emotional resilience. Trey shares his perspective on what real strength looks like, why men need accountability and meaningful relationships, and how faith, humility and discipline have shaped the way he approaches marriage, parenting and personal growth. We talk about the pressures facing men today, learning how to navigate emotions without losing your sense of strength, and what it really means to become the kind of man your family can rely on. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Graham Nordin, a husband, father of two, and wine and spirits executive whose life changed after discovering a congenital heart defect that ultimately required open-heart surgery. Graham shares his journey from playing football at UBC to building a career in the wine and spirits industry, along with the lessons his father taught him about integrity, generosity, and always being there. We talk about fatherhood, resilience, marriage, leadership, health, Canada-US tariffs, raising kids, and why surviving a life-changing health scare gave Graham a new appreciation for family and the time we have together. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Dr. Norm O’Reilly, sports business leader, author, educator, endurance athlete and father of four. Norm has written more than 20 books, advised major sports organizations and worked with Canada’s Olympic and Paralympic teams. We talk about his journey from growing up in Lindsay, Ontario to becoming a leading voice in sports business, completing 11 Ironman triathlons, climbing Aconcagua and qualifying for the Ironman World Championships. Norm also opens up about fatherhood, raising four kids, mentorship, leadership, lifelong learning and the legacy he hopes to leave his family. We also explore his latest book, The Rise of Major League Soccer: Building a Global Giant, and the lessons behind the extraordinary growth of MLS. It’s a conversation about sport, family, ambition, curiosity and continuing to challenge yourself no matter what stage of life you’re in. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Mark Rector, retired engineering professor and bestselling independent author and host of the podcast Oh Canada! Our Home and Inventive Land, to uncover some of the incredible Canadian inventions and innovators that helped shape the modern world. Mark also shares the remarkable story of his father, who survived two devastating Springhill mining disasters and returned to help rescue others trapped underground. We discuss resilience, work ethic, Canadian history, engineering, entrepreneurship, the Avro Arrow, restoring a Lamborghini Diablo, and the lessons Mark inherited from one incredibly tough dad. It's a fascinating conversation about Canadian innovation, perseverance, fatherhood, and the stories and people that deserve to be remembered. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Nate Tanzman, a former motorcycle stunt rider, entrepreneur, speaker, husband, and father whose journey took him from depression and a lack of identity to discovering purpose, discipline, and responsibility. Nate shares how motorcycle stunt riding became an escape, how a serious crash changed his perspective, and what happened when he eventually had to separate his identity from the bike. We also dive into fatherhood, men's mental health, entrepreneurship, spirituality, raising resilient kids, youth sports, social media, and breaking generational patterns. It's a powerful conversation about finding purpose, embracing responsibility, building character, and creating a legacy through the way you live and raise your family. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Michael Bartlett, CEO of Canada Basketball and former MLSE executive. Michael shares his journey into sports leadership, the incredible growth of basketball across Canada, and what it takes to build winning cultures at the highest level. We also discuss leadership, mental health, fatherhood, raising resilient kids, the future of Canadian basketball, and the lasting lessons his father passed down that continue to shape both his career and his life. It's an inspiring conversation about purpose, perspective, and creating a legacy that extends far beyond sport. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Lee Benson. Serial entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and founder of Dinner Table. Lee shares his journey from a challenging childhood to building multiple successful companies, and why he now dedicates his life to helping families raise resilient, value-driven kids. We explore intentional fatherhood, entrepreneurship, resilience, leadership, financial responsibility, family culture, and why learning to embrace struggle is one of the greatest gifts parents can give their children. It's an inspiring conversation about creating value at home, in business, and throughout life. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Matt Devlin, the longtime television voice of the Toronto Raptors. Matt shares his journey from small-town broadcasting to becoming one of Canada's most recognizable sports commentators, along with behind-the-scenes stories from the Raptors' championship run, Kawhi Leonard's iconic shot, and life inside the NBA. We also dive into fatherhood, leadership, resilience, raising a son with special needs, and the sacrifices that come with building both a career and a family. It's an inspiring conversation about perseverance, purpose, and the legacy we leave through the people we love. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services

In this episode of Shit My Dad Taught Me, we sit down with Dan O'Toole. Former TSN SportsCentre Anchor, broadcaster, and storyteller, to discuss the journey behind one of Canada's most recognizable television careers. Dan shares stories from his path into broadcasting, his partnership with Jay Onrait, and the lessons he learned growing up on a farm in rural Ontario. We also dive into addiction, sobriety, fatherhood, men's mental health, recovery, resilience, and the people who helped him rebuild his life after hitting rock bottom. It's an honest conversation about vulnerability, purpose, finding joy in everyday life, and becoming the person your family needs you to be. This is a powerful episode about second chances, personal growth, and the legacy we choose to leave behind. Special Thanks To Our Incredible Sponsors: This Episode’s Dad Jokes Sponsor: Spicer Landscaping & Snow Removal Services