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Modern Husbands Podcast
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Winning ideas from experts to manage money and the home as a team. #Money #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #Family
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Love and Money: A Conversation with Dr. Ford and Dr. Hargrove
1w ago00:40:39Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as a Certified Financial Therapist, Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com.Today we welcome Dr. Megan Ford and Dr. Christine Hargrove. Dr. Ford is the University of Georgia Director of the Love and Money Center, Certified Financial Therapist, and Licensed and Marriage Therapist. Dr. Hargrove is the Love and Money Center Assistant Director, UGA Clinical Assistant Professor, Certified Financial Therapist, and Licensed and Marriage Therapist.For today’s episode, Dr. Ford and Dr. Hargrove share research on financial conflict, the emotional burden of day-to-day money management, and how roles like “bean counter” shape stress within relationships. The conversation also offers practical, research-backed strategies for couples and neurodivergent individuals to manage money with greater awareness, compassion, and teamwork. Enjoy the show.Show Notes00:00 Introduction02:19 What do we do at the Love and Money Center? Why is it unique? Why is it needed?06:54 Can you tell us about the Ford Financial Empowerment Model08:07 Would you share with us your research behind beancounters, and neurodivergents? 15:48 What's the history behind how the Love and Money Center came to be?20:44 What are the benefits for students?26:57 Can you highlight some interesting research that has emerged from the Love and Money Center?33:36 Can you each share one actionable tip for our listeners to improve their financial relationship with their partners?Love and Money Center#money #relationships #financialtherapySubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career and Home: A Conversation with Dr. Anne Welsh
2w ago00:28:40Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as a Certified Financial Therapist, Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com.Today’s guest is Dr. Anne Welsh, a licensed clinical psychologist and certified executive coach who began her career as a psychologist at Harvard University before founding her own practice supporting ambitious women and working parents in thriving both at work and at home. She is the author of Ambitious Mother: From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career and at Home. The episode discussion highlights the importance of redefining ambition beyond traditional career success. Anne offers practical advice for couples who are seeking a more balanced approach to family and work life, challenging societal norms around gender roles.Show Notes00:00 Introduction01:35 Let’s start with you sharing an overview of your book. What’s it about?03:58 How did becoming a mother change the way you thought about your own ambition and identity?06:43 Was there a moment when you realized that the way you were striving wasn’t sustainable? What was that like for you?16:22 You’ve said that the men in your life were supportive and involved, yet you still ended up with an unequal division of labor. How did that happen?19:32 What tends to keep good partners with good intentions stuck in old patterns, even when they share values around equality?21:40 For someone who feels stretched thin and isn’t sure where to start, where do you usually suggest they begin?24:38 If you could go back and talk to your earlier self about ambition and motherhood, what would you tell her?26:25 Where can listeners learn more about you and purchase your book?27:06 What is one simple and actionable piece of advice you want to leave our listeners with? Learn more about Anne: https://www.drannewelsh.com/ Purchase Anne’s book: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Anne-Welsh/dp/B0FZCZ9QY6 Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →Lessons Learned as a New Father: A Conversation with Christian Sherrill
3w ago00:33:06Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.For today’s episode, Dr. Ross and I discuss with Christian his experiences and lessons learned during his first year as a father. Listeners will walk away with the real and fresh wisdom to help new and expectant fathers. As a recent empty nester, what Christian shared warmed my heart and made for a better day. A new or expectant father or not, you will enjoy this episode.Show Notes00:00 Introduction01:46 You recently became a dad. What has surprised you the most about fatherhood so far?04:39 What has been the biggest adjustment mentally, emotionally, or physically since becoming a parent?10:34 What’s been your favorite part of becoming a dad so far?12:24 How has becoming parents changed the dynamic between you and your wife?14:51 What conversations do you now realize couples should have before having children?18:25 What are some small things husbands can do during the newborn stage that make a huge difference for their partner?22:28 What’s one thing you wish more men understood about supporting their wives after childbirth?27:25 What kind of father do you hope your child describes you as someday?28:20 Were there any past Modern Husbands Podcast episodes that unexpectedly helped prepare you for fatherhood?30:32 What’s one message you want new or expecting fathers listening to this episode to hear?#fatherhood #parentingSubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →Financial Planning for Blended Families: A Conversation with Dr. Mikel Van Cleve, MBA, CFP®, FBS®, CEBS
4w ago00:26:08Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as a Certified Financial Therapist, Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com.Today we welcome Dr. Mikel Van Cleve. Mikel earned his Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning at Texas Tech University, where he specialized in blended family financial dynamics. His research deepens our understanding of how complex family structures, particularly blended families, achieve financial well-being. In this episode, we unpack why estate planning is especially critical for blended families, the emotional conversations couples often avoid and offer practical advice for navigating fairness, conflict, and long-term financial decisions as a family. Enjoy the show.Show Notes00:00 Introduction01:47 Can you share a little bit about your Ph.D. focus with our listeners?02:53 Where does your passion for this topic come from?06:18 Why is estate planning so important for blended families?09:22 What happens if they don’t set things up the right way?19:39 What tips would you give blended families to ensure they address this critical area of financial planning and do it the right way? 24:46 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave our listeners with?#BlendedFamilies#EstatePlanning#FamilyFinance#ModernHusbands#FinancialPlanninghttps://mikelvancleve.comSubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →From Fair Play to Equal Partnership: How Men Can Reduce the Mental Load and Support Their Partner's Career
Jul 700:35:59Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.Today’s episode is part two of a two part episode on Empowering Men to Partner or Lead at Home. Today’s guests are Eve Rodsky, Dr. Kate Mangino, and Dr. Allison Daminger.Dr. Kate Mangino is the author of Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home, a field guide to evolving masculinity and domestic partnership. Eve Rodsky is the author of Fair Play and creator of the viral Fair Play system, a revolutionary method for dividing household responsibilities with clarity and fairness. Dr. Allison Daminger is a sociologist at the University of Wisconsin and author of What’s On Her Mind, which dives deep into cognitive labor—the planning, tracking, and decision-making that often goes unseen. Enjoy part two of our special two part series. We will pick up where we left off. Enjoy the episode.00:00 Introduction01:06 Can you share some of your favorite success stories of couples using the Fair Play method and men, in particular, experiencing a boost in their own happiness and relationship satisfaction?07:05 What are some subtle ways men have shifted from delegating to initiating mental labor in a home?13:50 What do you say to skeptics who think "this work should just come naturally"?17:08 What are the bumps in the road that men often experience employing the Fair Play method, and how do they work through them with their partners?23:31 What cognitive labor traps do you see highly educated or dual-career couples falling into, and how can they work through them?28:41 How can we prevent the motherhood penalty from occurring in our relationships?#ModernHusbands#FairPlayMethod#EqualPartners#MentalLoad#MarriagePodcastSubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →How Men Can Share the Mental Load: Fair Play, Cognitive Labor, and Leading at Home
Jun 3000:26:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.Today’s episode is part one of a two part episode on Empowering Men to Partner or Lead at Home. Today’s guests are Eve Rodsky, Dr. Kate Mangino, and Dr. Allison Daminger.Dr. Kate Mangino is the author of Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home, a field guide to evolving masculinity and domestic partnership. Eve Rodsky is the author of Fair Play and creator of the viral Fair Play system, a revolutionary method for dividing household responsibilities with clarity and fairness. Dr. Allison Daminger is a sociologist at the University of Wisconsin and author of What’s On Her Mind, which dives deep into cognitive labor—the planning, tracking, and decision-making that often goes unseen. Enjoy part one of our special two part series.00:00 Introduction01:08 What does it mean for a man to lead at home? What does it mean for men to lead at home today, and why can labeling it as women’s work be such a toxic label?07:55 For those who are unfamiliar, can you describe the Fair Play system?17:39 Your book explores the thinking work that drives a household. What examples can you share of men who shoulder an equitable or lion’s share of this type of labor, and what has allowed them to break the norm?23:43 Can you share an example from Equal Partners of a man redefining provide in a powerful way?#ModernHusbands#FairPlayMethod#EqualPartners#MentalLoad#MarriagePodcastSubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →Lessons Learned as a New Husband: A Conversation with Dr. Bruce Ross
Jun 2300:30:17Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.For today’s episode, Christian and I discuss with Dr. Ross his experiences and lessons learned during his first year as a husband. Listeners will walk away with the real and fresh wisdom to help new and soon to be husbands. Dr. Ross is one of the leading academics in this area, and his insights are an excellent balance between lessons learned from science, and from his first hand experiences. A new or soon to be husband or not, you will enjoy this episode.Show Notes00:00 Introduction01:35 Tell us about your wedding and the research behind divorce and wedding costs07:43 What has been the biggest adjustment in day-to-day life since getting married?10:34 What has been your favorite part of married life so far?11:48 What household systems or routines have helped your relationship function well?15:21 What does being a supportive partner actually look like in everyday life?18:12 How do you and your wife stay connected when life gets busy?26:04 What relationship skill do you think deserves far more attention than it gets?#relationships #marriages Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →Parenting Myths Making Couples Miserable—and How To Fix It. A Conversation with Dr. Sheehan Fisher
Jun 1600:31:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I provide as an Accredited Financial Counselor and Fair Play Facilitator. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com.Today’s guest is Dr. Sheehan Fisher, an Associate Professor at Northwestern University, with a research specialization in understanding mothers and fathers unique contributions to the family and child health. In our conversation, Dr. Fisher discusses the dynamics of parenting, particularly focusing on the roles of fathers and the societal pressures faced by mothers. The discussion also highlights strategies for teamwork in parenting and how to navigate life transitions while maintaining relationship satisfaction. Enjoy the show.Show Notes00:00 Introduction01:13 Can you share a bit about your family?02:03 As a dad yourself, how has your personal experience influenced your professional focus? 06:41 What do you want fathers to understand about a privilege they have as being a father, and how are women judged upon? 10:11 What strategies help fathers manage stress while balancing work, parenting, and personal wellbeing? 11:44 What role does self-care play in effective parenting and partnership?12:51 What’s one evidence-based practice you’d recommend for couples who feel overwhelmed by daily life stressors?16:27 What have you learned about how the mental load and household responsibilities affect relationship satisfaction?18:07 How can parents communicate about non-visible labor (like emotional or planning work)?23:55 What tools or frameworks do you recommend for parents to strengthen teamwork during challenging life transitions?26:00 How can parents check in with each other emotionally without turning it into a confrontation?27:11 What can parents do today to ensure both individuals feel equally supported, seen, and heard?29:08 Where can our listeners learn more about you? 30:05 If you had to give one piece of advice to every parent listening about shared responsibility and partnership, what would it be?Dr. Sheehan David Fisherhttps://www.sheehanfisher.com/ Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →What It Means to Be a Man Today: Breadwinning, Emotional Labor, and Equal Partnership
Jun 900:16:32Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.Today is part two of a two part series on money, masculinity, and equity at home. For today’s episode we will pick up where we left off in our conversation with Will and Ellie Windle. As a reminder, Will Windle is an MMA fighter and EMT and Ellie Windle Founder and Chairperson of Persist. They have busted through the gender norms that can suffocate the space they both need to grow in their careers and work as teammates to manage their home and be parents. They share practical advice for couples navigating economic realities, emotional labor, and parenting together. Enjoy the show.00:00 Introduction00:48 Will, what would you say to men who want to step up at home but feel unsure, unprepared, or like they’re breaking from how they were raised?4:43 Ellie, many women feel exhausted and hopeless about imbalance. What message of realistic hope would you want them to hear from your story?8:07 Ellie, where can listeners learn more about Persist and how to rethink mental load as a couple?14:58 Will, what is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave men with?19:48 Ellie, what is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave men with?Persist Free Careload Assessment: https://www.timeforpersist.com/free-careload-assessment #masculinity #relationships Subscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
Transcribe →Modern Masculinity and the Provider Role: How Couples Share Money, Parenting, and the Mental Load
Jun 200:27:24Tap to summarizeWelcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.Today is part one of a two part series on money, masculinity, and equity at home. For today’s episode we welcome Will and Ellie Windle. Will Windle is an MMA fighter and EMT. Ellie Windle is the Founder and Chairperson of Persist. Together, they have busted through the gender norms that can suffocate the space they both need to grow in their careers and work as teammates to manage their home and be parents. For today's episode, they share practical advice for couples navigating economic realities, emotional labor, and parenting together. Enjoy the show.00:00 Introduction01:38 Will, you’ve lived several “manly” archetypes—firefighter, EMT, MMA fighter, ski patrol, athlete. How did those experiences shape your early ideas about what it meant to be a man, a provider, and a partner?05:27 Ellie, you said you sometimes fantasize about the Don Draper era because of the “freedom to perform.” What does that reveal about the pressure modern couples carry compared to past generations?09:15 Will, you went from contributing 50 percent of the household income to 100 percent during Ellie’s startup years. What were the invisible pressures—financial or emotional—that came with being the sole earner for a period of time?17:26 Ellie, what do you think women sometimes misunderstand about men who are truly trying to lean in at home?27:05 ConclusionPersist Free Careload Assessment: https://www.timeforpersist.com/free-careload-assessment #masculinity #partnership #relationshipsSubscribe or follow Modern Husbands on social media!NewsletterFacebookYouTubeLinkedInInstagramTwitterTikTokSubstack
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