Competition, Fatherhood & Finding Balance

<p><b>The New Era Begins.</b></p><p></p><p>Welcome to the new chapter of Daddy Wants To Play.</p><p>This week, we officially launch the new direction of the show — real conversations centered around competition, leadership, fatherhood, and identity through the lens of sports and life.</p><p></p><p>To kick things off, we’re joined by Ryan Verdecia.</p><p>From CrossFit athlete and fitness coach… to firefighter, entrepreneur, Airbnb host, husband, and father — Ryan opens up about the mindset behind wearing so many hats while still trying to show up fully for his family.</p><p></p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li>where his work ethic comes from</li><li>what drew him toward competition and coaching</li><li>why he became a firefighter</li><li>balancing entrepreneurship with fatherhood</li><li>the challenge of being present at home while constantly chasing more</li><li>and what kind of example he hopes to set for his boys moving forward<p></p></li></ul><p>We also discuss coaching your own kids, discipline vs confidence, and the lessons competition teaches that carry over into everyday life.</p><p></p><p>Plus, Ryan becomes the first guest to “Pass The Mic” and leave a question behind for our next guest.</p><p></p><p>This is more than sports talk now.</p><p>This is Daddy Wants To Play.<br />Competition. Leadership. Fatherhood.</p><p></p><p><b>ALL GAS. NO STATS.</b> ⛽️</p>