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June 17th, 2026

Fatherhood, Am I Becoming the Dad They Need

Happy Father’s Day.
Today isn’t just about the cards, the cookouts, or the gifts. It’s about a question every father needs to ask himself:
Am I the father my Family has been waiting for, or am I still becoming him?
Most men are trying. They’re providing, protecting, and showing up the best they know how. But deep down, many of us know there’s a gap between the father we promised we’d be and the father we’re becoming.
In this special Father’s Day episode of the True Man Podcast, we’re talking about presence, purpose, Legacy, and what your kids will actually remember about you long after the trophies, titles, and paychecks are gone.
If you’re a father, this episode is for you.
Join me on the True Man Podcast, and let’s close the gap together. Truemanpodcast.com

Mike Van Pelt is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and men’s life coach leader. He founded True Man Life Coaching and hosts the popular men’s podcast, True Man Podcast.

Today, Mike coaches men and leads Christian men’s groups bringing forward his personal achievements, trainings, podcasts, and 20+ years of leadership experiences in Corporate America and collegiate sports. In addition, he is an international bestselling author and has been featured in two books. His upcoming book is True Man True Ways: A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart.

Mike is happily married to his wife and best friend of 27 years and has two talented children. When he’s not coaching, he’s probably enjoying time with family activities or getting in a quick round of golf with friends.