What does it mean to be a fully present and emotionally intelligent dad in today’s world? In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast host Lianne Castelino interviews Drew Soleyn—leadership coach, speaker, and Director of Dad Central Ontario—to explore the evolving role of modern fathers in raising emotionally resilient boys.
As a father of five and founder of Connected Dads, Drew shares real-world strategies for navigating the complexities of parenting boys in the age of social media, toxic masculinity, and digital distractions.
Key Takeaways:
• How to support boys through adolescence and hormonal shifts
• The effects of device use and social media on boys’ emotional development
• Tools for dismantling toxic masculinity and building emotional strength
• Encouraging independence while setting healthy boundaries
• Why self-care is essential for fathers
• Teaching consent and fostering respectful relationships
DREW SOLEYN
Leadership Coach
Speaker
Personal Trainer
Founder, Connected Dads
Director, Dad Central Ontario
Father of 5
“…fathers are wanting, are seeking resources and support but are still struggling to find places and spaces that really recognize their heart of wanting to be a father, of wanting to be a good dad.”