What if your passion goes against your parents' values? How do you decide between pleasing the very people who raised you, and the spark that's inside you that they just don't understand?

In episode 3, Anthony sat with Jack Iverson Unger to uncover exactly how Jack was able to decide and continue to pursue his love of growing Cannabis, all while using many of the very skills his parents taught him on the farm he was raised on just outside of Portland, Oregon.

So it’s your turn to take the wheel for a moment and send your opinions on what you liked, disliked and how to make this podcast better, to any of the following:

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Email: ContactAnthonyThomas33@gmail.com

You can listen to the Innertained Podcast anywhere you get your podcasts as well as on youtube

The excitement to hear from you and keep sharing with you is growing.

Much Love,

Big Ant

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Does your Physical Therapist live in a van… down by the river? If yours doesn’t, I know a guy!

In today’s episode, I’d like to introduce you to Dan Walden, a Licensed Physical Therapist and certified Stoke-master, who is stepping away from medical contracts to prioritize his passions. Not only is he a mental health advocate, but this mountain man also wants to purposefully coach you in creating a more connected, intentional life that you’re stoked about. From professional wakeboarding to mountain biking and surfing, he’s intentionally chosen to build and lead an experience-centric lifestyle. Today, we discuss how Dan has enhanced his lifestyle through lived experiences, adventure, building community through van life, and how failure and novelty can redirect your journey.

Originally from Tennessee, Dan Walden has been van-lifing it cross-country for 6+ years with his gentle Golden Retriever, Coop. He’s a Physical Therapist by trade but has committed to the call of lifestyle performance coaching, in order to connect with and impact more people daily. If you’re in need of inspiration for adventure, positivity, mental wellness, community, connection and self-reflection, give Dan (& Coop) a follow on social media—you’lll be inspired!

Please enjoy!

What we discuss:

00:25 Intro

03:18 The van man in Truck-ee

09:01 How the pandemic changed the landscape for his job

11:01 Improving body endurance and durability

15:40 ATP=high energy

19:43 Choosing the van-life to create more connections

22:27 People don’t like to hear hard truths

23:06 Lifestyle-forward person

23:40 Rich in experience, not in possession

26:30 Your relationships suffer when you’re not your real self

28:20 “Depression is your avatar saying it wants to be a different character”

29:30 Living a life of novelty

39:58 Failures can redirect your journey

42:50 Being your best version of yourself for whatever you’re pursuing

46:40 Trying new things based on lifestyle enhancement

1:00:36 Journey vs. Destination

1:02:57 The pain of regret vs. the pain of finishing

1:07:11 Being in the moment

1:14:42 Experience the van stoke!

Episode Resources:

• Dan Walden | Instagram | Youtube

I genuinely appreciate your time and support, whether it’s through listening, sharing, leaving an honest review, or donating. A special thanks to my partner in life, Jeannette, my fantastic editor, Phil, today’s guest, Dan, and of course, YOU—the curious and thorough type that drives growth from an idea and dream into something massive that moves the world. Until next time…

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This one’s personal. On a 19-hour road trip with two toddlers, a dog, and my ego in the backseat, I hit a real “weak dad” moment. Picture this: slippery shower floor, a frustrated me, and a 1-year-old catching the blame that should’ve been mine. 😬

In this episode, I open up about what that moment taught me—and why owning your missteps is a superpower, not a weakness. 💥 We talk leadership, accountability, and how to swap that low-vibe, reactionary dad energy for the kind that builds trust, resilience, and connection. I’m also introducing the Better Dad Bulletin—a weekly dose of insight, real talk, and dad-to-dad support to help us lead from the front, even when life throws us the messy stuff (like soggy bath mats and emotional baggage).

🧠 Growth isn’t always pretty—but it’s always worth it. Let’s get better, together.

✅ If you’ve ever felt like you blew it as a parent (and who hasn’t?), this one’s for you.

00:00 - Intro to Dad Energy

00:05 - That Weak Dad Moment I Regret

01:44 - The Wake-Up Call 💡

04:08 - The Better Dad Bulletin (Join the Movement)

05:49 - Why Community Matters

08:19 - Final Thoughts on Becoming a Stronger Leader

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👉 And if you want to rep the mission, check out the Dynamic Daddy Store for gear built for dads who do more than “just show up.”

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