Claim OwnershipThe Dad Whisperer Podcast
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It’s a joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts. With 30 years of experienced as a licensed professional counselor with a PhD in Psychology and over 40 years working directly with teens and adult women, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.
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Today on The Dad Whisperer I’m joined by Gary Wilkerson, president of World Challenge and son of David Wilkerson (who wrote, “The Cross and the Switchblade”). He vulnerably shares about being a public figure while navigating the journey with a wayward daughter. If you need a story of HOPE and RESTORATION, you'll love hearing Gary share about his daughter Annie as they’re now "on the other side after walking through good and bad times.”
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend Santosh Swamidass who is a GirlDad to 5 daughters! He shares what he believes is the #1 MOST POWERFUL GIFT he can give his daughters----which is learning to hear the voice of God so he can better hear their voices. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow in learning to God’s voice, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
Hey Dads…If you’re ready to set a new rhythm here in January that will carry throughout the year, you’ll be inspired and challenged today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast with 21 practical ways to BE THE FIRST TO LEAD AND LOVE….and the FIRST TO FORGIVE. Here’s your invitation to join Dr. Michelle as your personal coach while she supports you in your goals as a GirlDad!
Hi Dad…Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, an internal medicine physician, author, international speaker, spiritual mentor and coach who is dedicated to restoring mental, physical, and spiritual well-being to those under her care. You will glean from her practical wisdom in understanding more about your daughter’s longing to be seen, loved, and connected. Join us to learn practical ways to invest in her with more precision as this new year gets underway.
Hey Dad, have you ever wished you had a decoding handbook for better understanding your daughter? If so, you’re going to love starting out this new year with fresh insights on how to SUCCEED IN DECODING YOUR DAUGHTER. Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m sharing practical action steps you can take to set a strong course for 2026 as you commit to being the best dad you can be!
For the last episode of the year, I invited my husband, Dr. Ken Canfield, to join me today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast to talk about how dads can be more intentional as you seek to end 2025 strong with your girls. Ken will be highlighting his book, The Heart of a Father, where he brings together research and practical skills for being a dialed-in dad. He’ll share about the emotive side of being a GirlDad using the acronym H.E.A.R.T., and I truly believe you’ll love hearing from him as he shares his HEART with you!
Hi Dad…If you’ve ever felt lost in knowing how to lead your daughter to navigate the tricky world of AI, you’re going to LOVE hearing today from fellow GirlDad, Steele Billings, on The Dad Whisperer Podcast. Steele is the Chief AI Officer at Gloo and you’ll not only learn about AI from his professional vantage point, but he also shares personal stories about how he’s leading his young daughter through this complex maze. Join us today!
Hey Dads, today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast we’re joined by a return guest who is a powerhouse of insight and energy…Karl Clauson! He’ll be talking about how to conquer the ONE THING that’s defeating you as a dad. If you need encouragement, honesty, bold truth, and support, you’ll LOVE hearing what my friend Karl has to share with you in this very important conversation.
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, I’m talking to EVERYONE---dads and daughters alike. Whether you’re a dad with your own father wounds or a daughter who’s wrestling through yours, these principles for naming the injuries and walking through a process of forgiveness is universal. I invite you to listen in if you or someone you know needs a template for healing.
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m thrilled to welcome back my friend, pastor and author, Tony Miltenberger, for Part 2 on finding wisdom in our wounds. Tony is a GirlDad himself who coaches men in executive leadership settings across the country and today he’s giving us 6 STEPS TO IDENTIFYING OUR WOUNDS with a road map to move towards healing.
Hey Dad…I know you want to be the best father you can be to your daughter and yet we all know that when we get triggered, our best intentions get sidelined. Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend, pastor and author, Tony Miltenberger, who unpacks ways that wounds influence fathering leadership with steps for proactive healing.
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my friend, Dr. Zach Clinton, VP of the AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors), an organization I've had the privilege of partnering with for many years. Zach has a passion for speaking life into men and has reached thousands across the country with his powerful message about what biblical masculinity looks like in action. If you’re a dad who needs encouragement and more input about leading your daughter spiritually, you’ll love this conversation!
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, I’m joined by an expert in addressing family estrangement, Sandra Allen Lovelace. With over three decades as a trauma-informed life coach, Sandra speaks and writes on unmasking overwhelm when it comes to messy interpersonal relationships within families. If you’re in a place of relational distance with your daughter and need hope, we invite you to join our conversation.
As a way to honor the life and legacy of my colleague and friend, Dr. Gregg Jantz, who tragically died in an automobile accident two weeks ago, I’m re-airing this interview I did with him a few years ago titled, “Insights about Fathering from a Relationship Expert.” Dr. Gregg has authored 45 books and founded of The Center: A Place of Hope….and today you will hear his wisdom from his heart as we talk about attachment and healing for father wounds, among other things. Thank you Gregg for your life of integrity and the gifts you’ve left for all of us.
Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, I’m talking to every father with an older daughter. If she's over the age of 18 and now “adulting,” you may wonder how to strategically invest in her heart in intentional ways like when she was younger and lived under your roof. On today’s episode, I’ll be giving you practical ways to connect to the heart of your older daughter. Enjoy!
Hey Dads…Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I’m joined by my dear friend, LeeAnn Mancini. She is a powerful influencer and educator (who was just awarded an honorary doctorate for her lifelong investment in students and parents), and she is pouring her wisdom into you as fathers so you’re even more equipped to lead your daughters to follow Christ. If you’re ready to grow as a spiritual leader, you will definitely want to tune in to this powerful conversation.
Hi Dad…If you’ve ever wanted to better understand your daughter’s emotions while helping her strengthen and build her emotional confidence, then you will LOVE hearing today from my good friend, Alicia Michelle on The Dad Whisperer Podcast. She’ll be sharing THREE SIMPLE STEPS you can use yourself and teach your daughter to support her in managing her emotions with science and Scripture.
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I love the practical ideas that Pastor Mike gives in this podcast!
Proud dad of a 15 years old beautiful girl listening to you from the Democratic Republic of Congo !