Ep. 85 - Fatherhood Wisely Considered, with Jordan Shapiro, PhD

BIG PICTURE Social Emotional Learning Podcast

Today’s guest is Jordan Shapiro, PhD, who is kind of a ‘big deal,’ since he’s globally respected as an American thought leader. (I’ve included a link to his website in this show’s notes so you can learn about his wide-ranging accomplishments.) Jordan’s internationally respected perspective combines research in psychology, philosophy, and economics in ways that make so much sense, when he explains them.

In this episode, Jordan and I discuss his most recent book, Father Figure: How to be a Feminist Dad. And…if that book title doesn’t ring your bells, I’m with you, BUT, please, stick with me now… because the book is an honest, vulnerable, highly readable, heart and mind-expanding look at dad-psychology—challenging our old, familiar assumptions about traditional parenting roles…. For everyone’s benefit… more than you might imagine. Jordan, a father and step father himself, shares attitudes, insights and mindsets for successfully growing in the REAL joys of fathering while guiding today’s men toward an enriched perspective on manliness for today’s world… and a healthier future for all.

Jordan’s book isn’t yet available, but it will go on sale May 11th. There’s a link in the show’s notes to be notified by his publisher when you can get your copy… hardcover, ebook, or downloadable audiobook.

Jordan's website, with link to pre-order his book: https://www.jordanshapiro.org

More praise, besides my own, for Jordan's book:

“This pandemic has revealed a crisis in American caregiving. I hope Shapiro's fearless book kickstarts a woke dad revolution, because Goddess knows we need one.”—Anya Kamenetz, NPR correspondent and author of The Art of Screen Time

"Father Figure is exactly the book that our family needed, and we imagine yours does too. Shapiro questions what the traditional ‘dad’ offers a modern household. He reminds us that feminism liberates everyone, not just women. And he offers supportive and profound suggestions for fathers. You can be a vital member of your family’s journey without being a patriarchal tyrant."—Ben Lee and Ione Skye, musician, actress, partners, parents

“Holy smokes! This book is a revelation and a revolution. This is required reading for every person who is or will be a caregiver in their lifetime -- which is all of us. Father Figure is a brilliant mix of memoir, manifesto, and action. Shapiro offers us hope for a future where fatherhood is radically reimagined, and this is the road map to get us there.”—Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play

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