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The Father & Son Field Guide

Ryan and Walker

The Father and Son Field Guide is a weekly podcast hosted by 8-year-old Walker and his dad, Ryan. Together, they explore big questions, small lessons, and everything in between—from “Why do people quit when things get hard?” to “What does it mean to be brave?”Each 40–45 minute episode is packed with real conversations, laughter, kid-approved jokes, surprising fun facts, and thoughtful reflections on growing up, learning together, and being human. It’s a podcast for curious kids, caring parents, and

kids & family education for kids

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Ep. 15: Fright Night: Ghosts and Urban Legends!

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2025/10/28

Join us for a spooky Halloween edition of The Father and Son Field Guide! In this episode, we explore some bone-chilling urban legends and famous ghost stories from the past that are sure to give you goosebumps. We also share our favorite parts of Halloween night, from trick-or-treating traditions to what costumes we’re planning for this year. Grab your flashlight and let’s go on an adventure… if you dare!

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Ep. 14: What Makes A Good Friend?

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2025/10/21

In this episode, we talk about what it really means to be a good friend. Not just having fun, but standing up for others and doing what’s right. From kindness to courage, we dive into how being a good friend can make the world a better place. As always, we share some jokes and fun facts to add to the field guide!

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Ep. 13: Oh, You're Bored? Good.

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2025/10/14

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we’re changing things up and recording from the shed, a new spot to spark our imaginations. What starts as a talk about being bored turns into a lesson about why boredom might actually be a good thing. Join us as we explore how slowing down, stepping away from screens, and letting your mind wander can lead to creativity, curiosity, and even bring families closer together. And as always, we have some jokes and fun facts to add to the field gui...

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Ep. 12: Let's Chew The Fat: What Do These Sayings Mean?

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2025/10/07

From ‘wet behind the ears’ to ‘kick the bucket,’ sayings are full of history and surprises. In this episode, we explore the meanings and origins of some old favorites — and why it’s always worth keeping curiosity alive. A little history, a little humor, and a lot of learning.

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Ep. 11: Wants vs. Needs

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2025/09/23

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the difference between wants and needs, share some fun facts about black holes, tell some silly jokes, and even chat about Walker's recent trip to the emergency room. A mix of laughs, life lessons, learning, and real-life stories!

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Ep. 10: What is a Bird Journal?

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2025/09/16

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we open up our bird journal and share the different species we’ve spotted right in our own backyard. From bright goldfinches to the colorful Baltimore oriole, we talk about what makes each bird special, why keeping a journal is fun, and how birdwatching brings us closer together as a family. Join us for curious questions, silly jokes, fun facts, and plenty of bird chatter as we keep our eyes on the skies!

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Introducing Cousins & Curiosity!

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2025/09/12

Meet cousins Walker and Shelby as they kick off Cousins and Curiosity! In this first episode, they introduce themselves, share what the podcast is all about, and give you a sneak peek at the big questions and big laughs to come.

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Ep. 9: All About Fishing!

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2025/09/09

Join us on this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide as we dive into the world of fishing! Millie stops by for a chat, and we share jokes, fun facts about fishing, and our favorite catches and stories from the water.

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Ep. 8: All About Metal Detecting!

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2025/09/02

Join us on this adventure as we chat about metal detecting and share the treasures, surprises, and lessons we discover along the way! Millie joins the show today, bringing her own excitement to the hunt, and of course, we’ve got plenty of jokes and a fun fact to share. From history hidden beneath our feet to the joy of exploring as a family, this episode is all about curiosity, discovery, and making memories outdoors!

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Ep. 7: First Day of School!

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2025/08/26

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, Walker shares all about his first day of school—what he was excited for, what made him nervous, and how it went! We crack a few jokes, share a cool fun fact, and wrap it all up with a special bonus segment featuring Walker’s sister, Amelia.

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Ep. 6: What Makes a Good Leader?

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2025/08/19

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the question: What makes a good leader? Ryan and Walker talk about qualities like honesty, courage, and helping others, and what it really means to “lead from the front.” We share examples of leadership from everyday life, from school to sports to family, and even touch on the leadership of George Washington in our fun fact segment. Of course, we keep things light with plenty of laughs in Field Guide Giggles!

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Ep. 5: Would You Rather?: Survival Edition

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2025/08/12

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we put our survival skills — and our imaginations — to the test with a game of “Would You Rather?: Survival Edition.” From choosing between tricky real-life wilderness scenarios to laughing through some totally ridiculous ones, Ryan and Walker explore what they’d do if things got tough (or just plain silly) out in the wild. It’s part problem-solving, part goofiness, and all fun.

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Ep. 4: What is Sportsmanship?

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2025/08/05

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the meaning of sportsmanship. From staying respectful on the field to learning how to lose with grace and win with humility. Ryan shares lessons from coaching and parenting, while Walker talks about how he shows good sportsmanship in life and sports. We talk about what it means to be coachable, how to handle bad calls from referees, and why having fun should always come first. Plus, don't miss Field Guide Giggles, our fun f...

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Ep. 3: Is Hunting Just About the Kill?

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2025/07/29

In this powerful and honest episode, we explore the responsibility that comes with hunting. Walker shares a moment when he had a wild turkey in his sights and almost pulled the trigger. We talk through what he was feeling in that exact moment. Together, we dive into what it means to harvest an animal with respect, how much work goes into the preparation, and why conservation is such a big part of responsible hunting. From food plots to trail cams and long mornings in the woods, we reflect on...

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Ep. 2: What does it mean to be brave?

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2025/07/22

In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we’re talking all about bravery. What it looks like, when we need it, and how it shows up in big and small ways. Dad shares a powerful story about helping two injured teammates during a deployment, and Walker talks about the time he stood up for a kid being bullied at school. We also explore everyday heroes like firefighters, soldiers, medical professionals, and police officers. We even talk about some brave people from 9/11. As always, we’ve...

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Ep. 1: It's Good To Do Hard Things!

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2025/07/14

Why do people sometimes quit when things get hard? In this very first episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, Walker and his dad, Ryan, explore the big question: Why do people sometimes quit when things get tough? Together, they share personal stories about hard moments, talk about what makes us want to give up, and discover why it’s good to do hard things.

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