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The Cool Grandpa Podcast

This podcast is about the relationship between Grandfathers and their Grandchildren. We focus on interesting stories to understand and grow our own relationships. This is the perfect podcast to understand how important the role of Grandfather is to the lives of the Grandchildren and Family in general.

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19:15

Show and Share: Teaching Life Lessons as a Cool...

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/03/07

In this episode, I discuss the importance of sharing life skills with grandchildren and creative ways to teach them essential lessons. I reflect on personal experiences with my father and how small, everyday moments can provide invaluable learning opportunities for grandkids. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The power of showing and sharing life skills instead of just telling. How can travel experiences teach kids practical skills, from navigating an airport to problem-solving on the go?

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40:31

How to Live: A Course for Grandparents - EP 220

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/02/28

In this episode, I welcome back to The Cool Grandpa Podcast, Richard Eyre, a New York Times bestselling author and expert on family relationships, to discuss his latest project—How to Live the Second Half of Life. Richard shares his journey from parenting expert to grandparenting advocate, emphasizing the importance of being an intentional and proactive grandparent. Key topics include: ✅ The evolving role of grandparents in today's society ✅ Why grandparenting should be a proactive and engaged

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42:30

Dignity In Eldercare: The Carebidet Solution - EP 219

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/02/21

In this episode, I sit down with John Larson from CoHealth to discuss an innovative solution for transforming elder care—The Care Bidet. John shares his journey in the elder care space, the inspiration behind this groundbreaking technology, and how it aims to improve hygiene, dignity, and overall well-being for aging individuals and their caregivers. The Care Bidet is not just a convenience—it’s a game-changer in elder care. With a rapidly aging population, solutions like this are crucial in

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59:47

Family Businesses & Storytelling: Why Your Story...

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/02/14

Daniel Crandall and I discuss the significance of capturing family stories and histories in this episode. We discuss the dynamics of family businesses, the role of publishing in preserving narratives, and the importance of engaging younger generations in storytelling. Daniel shares techniques for capturing family members' stories, the impact of these narratives on relationships, and practical tips for recording them. The conversation emphasizes the value of genuine interest in storytelling and

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33:35

The Gift of Understanding: A Grandfather’s Role in...

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/02/07

In this week's episode, I explore an essential and often under-discussed topic: how grandfathers can navigate the challenges and rewards of having an autistic grandchild. Key Topics Discussed: Adjusting Expectations: The emotional process of shifting expectations for a grandchild's future. Recognizing the grieving and acceptance stages. Finding new ways to celebrate achievements and milestones. Emotional and Psychological Challenges: Feeling helpless due to a lack of understanding

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41:23

Navigating the Complexities of Grief - EP 216

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/01/31

Kerri Lewis from Second Act Mastery joins me this week to talk about her journey through grief after losing her husband. We discuss the importance of addressing grief, its loneliness, and the societal expectations surrounding how one should grieve. Kerri emphasizes the role of counseling in helping individuals process their grief and the significance of support systems. We also explore the misconceptions about the stages of grief, gender differences in grieving, and the importance of community

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01:02:12

Film as a Bridge in Family Relationships - EP 215

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/01/24

Allan Shedlin joins us again for another engaging conversation. As Allan and I talked about being a grandfather, he reflected on the profound influence of his grandfather on his parenting style and the evolution of relationships between parents and their adult children. Allan shares anecdotes about his grandfather's calm demeanor and the importance of being present in children's lives. Our discussion also introduces one of Allan's great passions, The Daddying Film Festival and Form, or D3F for

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46:35

The Role of Grandparents in Family Life - EP 214

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/01/17

Ricky Dickson, author and former CEO, is back for a dare; I say it? A second scoop, but in this case, we are talking about his experience with being a grandson and the profound impact of grandparents on personal development and family dynamics. Ricky shares his experiences growing up with both sets of grandparents nearby, highlighting their roles as mentors, supporters, and sources of wisdom. We discuss the love and influence his grandparents provided him from when he was born until they left

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58:37

EP - 213 Navigating Fatherhood: Insights from Lendo...

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2025/01/10

In this week's episode, I speak with Lendo Mutambala, founder of Super Daddy Club, about the challenges and needs of young fathers. Lendo shares his journey from Congo to Canada, his experiences as a young father, and the motivation behind creating Super Daddy Club as a resource for fathers navigating parenting and family dynamics. Our conversation explores the importance of fatherhood, the impact of family structures on children, and the need for community support. Lendo also discusses his plans

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39:36

EP - 212 Parental Mental Health and How We Can Help

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/12/20

DeeDee More from More Than Grand joins me this week to talk about the challenges facing parents and what grandparents can do to be a resource to young parents. We delve into the critical topic of parental well-being, highlighting the mental health challenges parents face today, particularly in light of recent advisories from the Surgeon General. Our discussion covers the impact of social media, financial pressures, and the role of grandparents in supporting parents. It emphasizes the importance

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01:05:02

EP - 211 Connecting Generations Through Muzzleloading

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/12/13

Ethan Yazel from I Love Muzzleloading joins me to discuss how the sport and hobby of muzzleloading have created a unique bond between multiple generations of his family. Ethan shares his deep family connection to muzzleloading and explores the rich histories of his grandfathers, Joseph Barnes and Harold Yazel. We discuss the history of muzzleloading over the last century, focusing on the use of muzzleloaders in Indiana before, during, and after the Great Depression. Ethan reflects on cherished

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20:34

EP - 210 Tips To Find Peace This Holiday Season

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/12/06

This week is our final one-on-one conversation for 2024 about being a cool grandpa. In this conversation, I share valuable insights and tips for grandparents navigating the holiday season. I emphasize the importance of flexibility, adjusting expectations, and focusing on the quality of time spent with family. I discuss how grandparents support their adult children's new traditions while also considering the interests of our grandchildren. I also discuss the emotional challenges of changing family

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52:44

EP - 209 The Sweet Journey of Ricky Dickson

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Cool Grandpa Ricky Dickson is joining me to discuss his experience as the CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream and being a father and a very cool grandpa. Recently, Ricky published his book One Scoop At A Time, which is an excellent book about his time at Blue Bell, from writing a marketing paper for a school project to becoming CEO and guiding Blue Bell through one of its most challenging experiences. Ricky's book combines lessons of leadership, faith, and fun. We talk about how Ricky wrote this book to

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01:09:35

EP - 208 Daddying: More Than Just Fatherhood

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/11/15

Allan Shelin from DADvocacy Consulting Group (DCG) joins this week's conversation. We get to know Allan and his experience as both a father and grandfather. Allan also shares his work as a principal at an elementary school in New York City and as an advocate for education and now for Daddys everywhere. We discuss his philosophy on education, the creation of the National Elementary School Center, and the concept of 'daddy' as a nurturing process. We also discuss Allan's challenges in publishing

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52:05

EP - 207 Documenting Our Veteran's Stories

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/11/08

Bob Abate is on a mission to listen to and capture the stories of WW II veterans from New York City and the surrounding area. We discuss Bob's memories of being a small boy when World War II ended and the celebrations that were going on around him that he didn't understand at the time but grew to appreciate as he grew older. Bob and I also talk about his early years going through the Naval Academy and his academic career after leaving the Navy. Bob started his passion for collecting veteran

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24:17

EP - 206 Grandparenting Wisdom: Tips for Connection

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/11/01

This week's episode is our monthly one-on-one conversation. For our discussion, I have chosen to share a few questions and topics I recently had from grandparents. The first question concerns spoiling the grandchildren. Our second topic is the importance of knowing basic first aid and CPR, primarily pediatric CPR. The third topic is creating an enjoyable connection with the grandchildren as a Long-Distance Grandparent during Thanksgiving and the Holidays when you can not be there in person. I

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51:03

EP - 205 Breaking Generational Cycles

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/10/25

Doug Morneau joins us for an engaging conversation. Doug shares his experiences and insights as a grandfather, discussing the importance of family relationships, the impact of technology, and the value of spending quality time with grandchildren. He reflects on his upbringing, the lessons learned, and how he aims to create a nurturing environment for his grandkids. Doug emphasizes the significance of community support and the role of faith in family life and offers practical advice for new

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44:09

EP - 204 Cars and Grandpas

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/10/11

Michael Platt from Platt Motors sits down with us to share the remarkable story of his grandfather and the car business he started. You will enjoy hearing how Michael's grandfather started one of the earliest used car dealerships in New Jersey. Michael shares his earliest memories of going to auctions and seeing his father and grandfather work as direct-to-consumer sales and wholesale brokers. Michael and I talk about the nostalgic pull that cars can have with grandchildren remembering their

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48:31

EP - 203 Being an Engaged Grandpa

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/10/11

Andre Renna shares his experience as a grandfather with us. We learn about Andre's reaction to learning that he would become a grandpa for the first time and how he was very excited to meet his grandchildren. I ask Andre about being a grandfather in the same community as his children and grandchildren. Andre shares with us how being close to his grandchildren is a blessing, but at times, it can also be difficult. We learn about Andre's background growing up in Brooklyn, NY, with his extended

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58:59

EP - 202 How We Can Support Moms

The Cool Grandpa Podcast ·

2024/10/04

This is our second panel or round table discussion on The Cool Grandpa Podcast. I like to call these activities Cracker Barrels. I think I like that term because it is what we used in Scouts and because it is a fun nostalgic term for people getting together informally and sharing important and sometimes not-so-important information. We have four wonderful guests joining me to give their thoughts on how fathers and fathers-in-law can support moms. After all, the old adage that if mom isn't happy,

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