Grief as Dads: Family, Pets, and Public Tragedies

In this heartfelt episode of Call With Dads, hosts E.a. Maynard, Brandon Moore, Mr. Pancakes, and Tom (EarnHerRespect) dive into the complex topic of grief. From personal losses like pets and family members to the societal impact of public tragedies, the hosts share candid stories about how they process emotions while balancing their roles as fathers and providers. The conversation explores the pressure to be the family’s “rock,” the unique pain of losing a pet, and the broader implications of events like the assassination of Charlie Kirk. With humor, vulnerability, and wisdom, the dads discuss teaching their kids to grieve healthily and the importance of finding personal outlets for processing loss.

Summary of the Discussion:

https://callwithdads.com/navigating-grief-as-a-dad-lessons-from-loss-and-strength

Guest Spotlight:

Brandon Moore: Opens up about his “rickety shelf” metaphor for unprocessed grief and the intentional choice to use pet loss to teach his son about mourning. @ponderingmore on X.com

Hosts

Eric Maynard: Shares his journey of being stoic for his family, reflecting on how his upbringing shaped his approach to grief and his desire to teach his son balanced emotional expression. @CallWithDads

Mr. Pancakes: Discusses the emotional weight of losing his dog post-deployment and how adopting biblical principles has improved his life, even without being deeply religious. @PancakeswithYourDad

Tom (EarnHerRespect): Offers insights on desensitization to death from his career and the power of biblical stories like Cain’s, emphasizing the importance of choosing to do good. @EarnHerRespect on X.com

Resources Mentioned

CallWithDads.com – Home of the podcast with links to social media and newsletters.

American-Liberty-Foundation.org or traditionalsociety.com – Mr. Pancakes’ nonprofit with resources and courses for traditional values.

PancakesWithYourDad.com – Mr. Pancakes’ fun and informative site.

Brandon Moore’s Substack: Find him at @ponderingmore for his writings.

Eric’s wife’s YouTube channel for cat videos and some smiles: @YUANLIU6777.

Connect With Us

Follow us on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Truth Social for updates on live streams and new episodes. Sign up for our newsletter at CallWithDads.com to stay in the loop!

Have a question for the hosts? Drop it below or hit us up via the site!