Conversations in the Wild with Jeff Zaugg of Dad Awesome

Welcome back to The Maverick River Podcast: Conversations in the Wild — where we believe real conversations with men happen best shoulder-to-shoulder, not across a table.

In today’s episode, we dive into fatherhood, faith, and the power of being present as a dad. Justin sits down with Jeff Zaugg, founder of Dad Awesome, a ministry that helps fathers lead with intentionality, joy, and spiritual purpose. From hilarious would-you-rather sauce debates (spoiler: Chick-fil-A sauce wins) to deep reflections on faith, this episode is packed with both fun and wisdom.

Whether you’re a new dad, a seasoned one, or walking alongside men in your church, this conversation will inspire and challenge you to level up in fatherhood.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:

• Why most meaningful guy conversations happen “in the wild”

• The origin story and heart behind the Dad Awesome movement

• Jeff’s personal faith journey and how it shaped his mission

• Encouragement for dads who want to lead with love and purpose

• What makes a sauce truly “awesome” (and yes, we’re looking at you, Chick-fil-A)

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

• DadAwesome.org – Get connected to Jeff’s podcast, resources, and fatherhood community

• Follow Jeff on Instagram: @dadawesome