The New School Dad Podcast with Matt Bank

Logan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loganhturner/Logan's Substack: https://substack.com/@loganturner1?utm_source=global-searchIn this episode of The New School Dad Podcast, Matt Bank sits down with Logan Turner—endurance athlete, father of three girls, and the creator of Life Momentum—for a deeply honest conversation about modern fatherhood.Logan shares what it truly means to be a “New School Dad,” how endurance sports can strengthen (not steal from) family life, and why serving your spouse and kids first actually creates more freedom, not less. He opens up about parenting a child with special needs, integrating his daughter Nora into his running journey, balancing a demanding career, and building a creative outlet without sacrificing what matters most.This episode is for dads who want to grow—physically, mentally, professionally—without losing themselves or their families along the way.Key themes:New School Dad vs. Old School DadEndurance without resentmentParenting a child with special needsMarriage, communication, and partnershipBalancing work, passion, and presence

In this episode of the New School Dad podcast, Matt Bank interviews Matt Dalton, a criminal defense attorney and father of three, discussing the evolving role of fathers in modern parenting. They explore the importance of emotional presence, the impact of family dynamics, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Dalton shares his experiences of moving back to his rural hometown and the significance of creating roots for his children. The conversation emphasizes the need for fathers to be actively involved in their children's lives, both physically and emotionally, and the importance of fostering a supportive community among dads.TakeawaysMatt Dalton emphasizes the importance of being emotionally present for his children.He reflects on his own childhood and the desire to create stability for his kids.The conversation highlights the challenges of balancing work and family life as a father.Dalton shares his experiences of coaching his children's sports teams.He discusses the significance of creating roots in a community for his family.The importance of being involved in children's lives is a recurring theme.Dalton acknowledges the struggle of being distracted by technology while parenting.He emphasizes the need for fathers to talk about emotions with their kids.The conversation touches on the idea of 'new school dads' and their approach to parenting.Dalton expresses gratitude for the supportive community of fathers he has found.

In this episode of The New School Dad, Matt gets honest about a tough parenting day — the short fuse, the over-explaining, the frustration, and the negative feedback loop that can take over a chaotic morning.He talks through a moment many dads recognize: trying to “teach a lesson” when your kid is overwhelmed, the house is loud, and everyone is already running on empty. Instead of pretending it didn’t happen, Matt breaks down what went wrong, what worked the next day, and how small changes can completely shift the tone of your home.This episode isn’t about being a perfect parent. It’s about refusing to accept that parenting is only stress — and choosing to think, adjust, and improve one moment at a time.If you’ve ever felt like you only get the hard parts of parenting, this one’s for you.

In the last month I’ve ran the NYC marathon with my dad and a trail half marathon with my wife. This is just an episode of excitement in explaining how that came to be. My family was never a running family, yet here we are. Why? Well, because I’ve put in relentless effort into achieving goals and they want to experience something similar. Life is great when the ones you love get inspired by you.

We are so back! Welcome back to The New School Dad Podcast. We are getting into the weeds of why I took the break and ultimately why I am restarting the mission of The New School Dad. Join me for this journey into building a business around The New School Dad. We are going to build something great together. What it looks like... I dont know. But, today is the first step.

In this episode we talk about why expectations just lead to disappointment and frustration. Stay present. Keep an open mind. And know that the current situation is THE situation. No need to get frustrated because your ego told you things were going to go a certain way.

In this episode of the New School Dad podcast, Matt Bank discusses the importance of showing rather than just telling in parenting. He emphasizes the need for fathers to demonstrate love, resilience, and toughness to their children. Through personal anecdotes and research, he highlights how actions speak louder than words and how being present and engaged with children can significantly impact their emotional development. Matt encourages dads to embrace their struggles openly and to model perseverance, ultimately fostering a stronger bond with their kids.TakeawaysActions speak louder than words in parenting.Being present is the biggest way to show love.One intentional moment a day can improve family connections.Dads should openly share their struggles with their kids.Kids learn resilience by watching their parents problem-solve.Showing affection to partners teaches kids about love.Demonstrating toughness helps kids develop perseverance.It's important to verbalize feelings to children.Modeling hard work instills grit in kids.Dads can be heroes without being superheroes.Chapters00:00 Introduction to New School Dad Podcast00:30 The Importance of Showing, Not Telling01:00 Showing Love Through Presence03:05 The Impact of Being Present06:23 Intentional Moments with Kids07:18 Affection Towards Partners09:09 Showing Struggles Openly12:20 The Reality of Tough Times15:31 Teaching Resilience Through Example16:00 Demonstrating Toughness20:55 The Importance of Doing Hard Things23:42 Conclusion: Actions Speak Louder Than Words

In the inaugural episode of The Matt Bank Show, host Matt Bank, alongside Ryan Dreyer, explores the multifaceted journey of modern fatherhood, personal growth, and the transformative power of endurance sports. Matt shares his experiences as a father, businessman, and athlete, emphasizing the importance of community, daily consistency, and the lessons learned through challenges. The conversation delves into the significance of setting goals, overcoming personal limitations, and the desire to impact others through storytelling and shared experiences.Matt is still figuring out what this podcast is, but join the journey and find out where it goes!