The Alternative Wales team debrief after another broadly positive international break for Bellamy's Boys that saw us draw 2-2 out in Iceland before winning 1-0 at home to Montenegro. We also answer your questions and discuss how Wales away in Iceland was. Come to the Big Welsh Football Quiz at Elevens, Cardiff. Buy your ticket here: https://www.eve…

Our guest this week is Mike Abramowitz of St. Augustine, FL, an entrepreneur, co-founder of Better Than Rich, speaker, author and transformational coach as well as father of two young children. Mike and his wife, Lindsay, have been married for seven years and are the proud parents of two children: daughter Ella (1) and son James (3), who was born a…

Our guest this week is Tony Bombacino of Chesterton, IN, co-founder of Real Food Blends and father of two, including one with multiple disabilities. Tony and his wife, Julie, have been married for 18 years and are the proud parents of two children: daughter Luca (15) and son AJ (13) who has multiple disabilities. Tony and Julie founded Real Food Bl…

The Craig Bellamy era is in full flow as we head into the second international break of his tenure. Ryan is joined by Agent Phillips and Rhodri Davies to preview the upcoming games. We also play a line up game, answer your questions and discuss who the most memorable Icelandic person is. Come to the Big Welsh Football Quiz at Elevens, Cardiff. Buy …

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Ruslan Vasyutin of Ukrainian who …

Our guest this week is Chris Hunter of Orlando, FL a father and grandfather, who has devoted much of his career to serving families with special needs, to help plan their financial future. Chris and his wife, Jane, have been married for 40 years and are the proud parents of an adult daughter and four grandchildren. Chris is from Canada. He has a ci…

After two massive pieces of domestic club football news dropped over the weekend, Ryan, Tomi Caws, Agent Phillips and Chris Hughes discuss all the fall out. New league formats, potential new cup competitions, it's all happening! We also speak with Jack Sharp (Head of Domestic Leagues, FAW) about the how's and why's of Friday's announcement. Come to…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Todd Evans of Brentwood, TN owns …

Our guest this week is Chris Mallette of Chicago, IL, father of four and director of community engagement and head football coach at Chicago Hope Academy. Chris also does violence prevention consulting. Chris and his wife, Kendall, have been married for 28 years and are the proud parents of four: Luke (26), Zion (24), Judah (19) and Levi (16). Thei…

It’s a deep dive into the club football news this week as Penybont toppled the champions, Cardiff sacked another manager and Wrexham returned to winning ways. Ryan, Tomi Caws and Rhodri go into all of that plus the rest of the Cymru Premier, Swansea City, Newport County and Merthyr Town news. PLEASE NOT this podcast was recorded on Monday, before t…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Agust Kristmanns of Reykjavík, Ic…

Our guest this week is Nate Plasman of Lombard, IL, a vice president at family owned Monroe Transportation and father of three, including a son with a rare genetic disease. Nate and his wife, Sara, have been married for 20 years and are the proud parents of three children: Grace (15), Jackson (12) and Andrew (10) who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy…

A bit of a change of pace this week as Ryan is joined by James Cuff and Neil Collins from the Welsh Music Podcast to discuss music, football, the 90s and Neil's new book, International Velvet: How Wales Conquered the 90s Charts. Buy Neil's book or check out the dates of his upcoming book tour here: https://linktr.ee/neilcollins123 Listen to the Wel…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday for the past few months, host David Hirsch has interviewed members of the SFN Mastermind Group community, men who meet virtually via Zoom on a weekly basis. This Monday’s episode is a recap from the 4th An…

Our guest this week is Bill Walters of Collinswood, NJ, father of two and founder of Perfectly Imperfect Families. Bill is the proud father of two children: Jake (21) and Tammy (23), who between the two of them have had a variety of challenges including; hearing impairment, development delays, IBS, ADHD and endometriosis. Bill has been a single fat…

The Craig Bellamy era is underway with a draw at home to Turkey and an eventful win away in Montenegro. Ryan is joined by Tomi Caws, Rhodri Davies and Agent Phillips to discuss all the fallout from the international break as well as answer your questions. AW15 is available to pre-order now from www.alternativewales.com/shop. It's the best way to su…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Nathan Woerner of Littleton, CO w…

Our guest this week is Jonathan Polin of Jerusalem, Israel who is a serial entrepreneur, father of three, including son, Hersh, who very tragically was taken hostage on October 7, 2023, during the Hamas led attacks on Israel. This episode was recorded on August 29, 2024, day #328 since Hamas attacked Israel, killing 1,200 (mostly civilians from 23 …

The international break is upons, Cardiff and Swansea continue their disappointing starts to the season, Wrexham and Newport continue their good starts and TNS become the first Welsh club to qualify for European group stage football. Ryan is joined by Tomi Caws and Megan Feringa to discuss all the goings on from another busy week of Welsh football.…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Joe Lofino of Greenville, OH who …

Our guest this week is DeAndrae Hinton of Houston, TX educator, special education chair at the Houston Independent School District, author and father of two including an Autistic son. DeAndrae and his x-wife, Chaquita Frazier, are the proud parents of Daja (19) and Dillon (16) who has Autism. DeAndrae is the special education chair at the Houston I…

Craig Bellamy names his first Wales squad, the points are shared in the South Wales Derby, Wrexham and Newport continue their good starts and TNS are on the cusp of European group stage football. Ryan is joined by Rhodri and Tomi Caws to discuss all the goings on from another busy week of Welsh football. We also play the line up game and answer you…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Tom Costello of Frankfort, IL who…

Our guest this week is Mazi Keyghobadi of Houston, TX, a father and outspoken advocate for those with disabilities. Mazi, who was born and raised in Iran, emigrated to the U.S. as a teenager with his parents and brothers in 2000. Mazi and his x-wife, Dunia, were married for nine years, before divorcing in 2021 and are the proud parents of son, Luka…

With the new season officially underway, Ryan, Agent Phillips and Rhodri discuss how the Welsh sides playing in England have started and see who the early runners and riders are in the Cymru Leagues. We also play the line up game and answer your questions. AW15 is available to pre-order now from www.alternativewales.com/shop. It's the best way to s…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is John Fela of Lyons, IL who works …

Our guest this week is Alvin Green of Chicago who is a chef, founder of Al’s Cookie Mixx and father of two including a son with Autism. Alvin and his wife, Angella Ferguson, have been married for 27 years and are the proud parents of two: Asa (23) and Aiden (20), who is Autistic and was also diagnosed with Hyperlexia. Alvin has directed his culinar…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Jordan Jankus of Wallingford, VT …

Our guest this week is Dave Van Doorn of Carpentersville, IL a retired general contractor, father of two, including an autistic daughter and Take A Vet Fishing ambassodor. Dave and his wife, Nancy, have been married for 35 years and are the proud parents of two: Tim (31) and Sara (29), who has Autism. Dave is a retired general contractor and profes…

With the new season kicking off this weekend, we caught up with the usual suspects about how their teams are looking and what their expectations are. We've got Ed Bridges from 1912 Exiles on Newport County, Tom Phillips from View from the Ninian on Cardiff City, Louis Moore on Merthyr Town, our very own Tomi Caws on Wrexham and Barney Lloyd from Yo…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Tim Coughlin of London, England w…

Our guest this week is Scott Maulsby of Lebanon, TN, who is a life and health insurance agent with HealthMarkets, Inc. and father of five inlcuding two adopted sons. Scott and his wife, Carrie, have been married for 13 years and are the proud parents of five children; two older daughters, daughters Zoie (11) and two adopted sons, Jackson (11) and R…

It's that time of year again! The Cymru Premier kicks off in less than a fortnight so joining Ryan this week is Tomi Caws, Agent Phillips and Chris Hughes. We discuss how each team are shaping up ahead of the new season and make some predictions that will no doubt age like milk on a hot day. AW14 and more is available from www.alternativewales.com/…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Jason Hsieh of Buckeye, AZ who is…

Our guest this week is Al Malavolti of Rockford, IL a retired aerospace operations manager, father of 22 and grandfather of 34. Al and his wife, Rose, have been married for 51 years and are the proud parents of 22 children; four biological children, 17 adopted children and one who they parented, as well as 34 grandchildren. Their first experience i…

The podcast returns from a summer hiatus as Ryan, Agent Phillips and Rhodri discuss the new Wales manager, Craig Bellamy, as well as a good fortnight for the Welsh clubs playing in Europe. Megan Feringa also pops in for a chat about the recent women's team qualifiers, Jess Fishlock's recording breaking goals and the play-off draw. We also play the …

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Matt Bando of Downers Grove, IL w…

Our guest this week is Al Malavolti of Rockford, IL a retired aerospace operations manager, father of 22 and grandfather of 34. Al and his wife, Rose, have been married for 51 years and are the proud parents of 22 children; four biological children, 17 adopted children and one who they parented, as well as 34 grandchildren. Their first experience i…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Tony Brescia of West Dundee, IL w…

Our guest this week is Sam Farmer of North Easton, MA who is an Information Technology Consultant, a neurodiversity advocate, an Autistic writer, author, speaker, a husband and father of a son with Autism and himself was diagnosed later in life with Asperger’s. Sam and his wife wife have been married for 23 years and are the proud parents of a 16 y…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Ian Todd of Baltimore, MD who is …

Our guest this week is Kelley Coleman of Los Angeles, CA a feature film maker turned author, disability advocate, wife and mother of two including a son with an undiagnosed rare disease and many disabilities. Kelley and her husband, Eric, have been married for 16 years and are the proud parents of two boys: Sean (12) and Aaron (10) who has multiple…

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Shane Madden of Collierville, TN …

In April 2024, our host David Hirsch traveled to Cuba with Joni & Friends, as one of 12 U.S. volunteers participating in a Wheels For The World Program, to fit and distribute 200+ wheelchairs to youth and adults, who might not otherwise experience mobility. During his visit, he recorded two interviews with individuals connected to the disability co…

Ryan is joined by Rhodri and Agent Phillips to discuss Rob Page's departure as Wales manager, his reign as a whole and who the likely candidates to take over are. Tomi Caws has sent in a voice note of his thoughts while he's away managing in the illegal summer league. AW14 and more is available from www.alternativewales.com/shop. It's the best way …

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts to be known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is Jon Heckert of Madisonville…

English Version - In April 2024, our host David Hirsch traveled to Cuba with Joni and Friends, as one of 12 U.S. volunteers participating in a Wheels For The World Program, to fit and distribute 200+ wheelchairs to youth and adults, who might not otherwise experience mobility. This week's guest is Leonardo Cespedes of Bayamo, Cuba, a Baptist Preach…

This is the fourth in a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts to be known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts. Each Monday host David Hirsch will interview one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family. This Monday’s guest is John Shouse of Na…

Leading into Father's Day weekend, this week’s guest is Paul Briggs of Falling Waters, WV, who works in the technology industry and is father to 38 children, including six biological and 32 adopted children. Paul and his wife, Jeanne, have been married for 48 years and are the proud parents to 38 children ranging in age from 8-44. Six are biologica…

Ryan is joined by Tomi Caws, Rhodri and Agent Phillips as we review a disastrous international window for the men's team, Rob Page's future and Wales away. Megan Feringa joins Ryan for a chat about the recent women's team qualifiers against Ukraine. We also play the line up game and answer your questions. AW14 and more is available from www.alterna…