Fatherhood Field Notes

Discover the power of creating moments of connection in fatherhood. Join Ned as he reflects on the importance of going on walks and fighting for family traditions. He shares personal stories of his own experiences, from the magic of 15-minute walks to the challenges faced in maintaining traditions. Tune in to learn how to make the most of even the shortest moments and create lasting memories with...

We dive deep into the journey of Chris Flores, a man who faced his biggest mistake and turned his life around through self-reflection and transformation. Chris shares his personal story of redemption after being arrested for felony domestic violence and his commitment to rebuilding his marriage and becoming a better father. He emphasizes the importance of core values, service, and leadership in th...

Ned explores the idea of being too concerned with his children's happiness. He reflects on his son's expectations of constant fun and how it contrasts with the responsibilities of life. He also discusses the importance of teaching his son gratitude and the balance between fun and taking care of responsibilities. He shares a personal story about planning a special anniversary activity for...

Ned interviews Chris Emick from Go Bucket Yourself. They discuss the journey of fatherhood and the importance of authenticity, curiosity, and personal growth. Chris shares his own experiences and insights on being a father and the challenges he faced. He encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves and pursue their dreams, while also fostering meaningful connections with their children....

Ned reflects on the valuable lessons that can be learned from our children. He shares a personal story about a kitchen mishap and explores how triggers can provide opportunities for growth and self-reflection as a parent. Ned encourages listeners to consider the impact they have on their children's memories and emphasizes the importance of being present and prioritizing family time.  --------...

Ned interviews Eric Brassfield, a firefighter and devoted father. They discuss the importance of creating experiences with their families, finding gratitude for the opportunity to be fathers, and how to lead by example. Eric shares his journey of wanting to be a dad since his early twenties and the joy he experiences in fatherhood. He emphasizes the role of protecting, providing, and being present...

In this Craft of Fatherhood chapter, Ned presents three stories that underscore the significance of sibling bonds, investing time in what matters, and the potency of forgiveness in fatherhood. Highlighting an instance of collaboration between his daughters, he underscores the everlasting sibling bond. Recalling a meaningful beach outing with his son, Ned stresses the need for fathers to prioritize...

Everett Lebherz is a devoted father who hails from a background rich in experiences and life lessons. Once navigating the complexities of life as a young parent, he has now embraced the role of a fully engaged father and a mentor to many. Everett's journey is marked by key pillars such as presence, understanding, and continuous personal growth, which he passionately discusses in his conversat...

In this episode, Ned shares his insights and experiences on fatherhood. He emphasizes the importance of being present and engaged in children's lives, and how simple acts of connection can create lasting memories and impart valuable lessons. Ned discusses the balance between work and family, encouraging fathers to seize opportunities to spend quality time with their children. He also shares h...

In this episode, Ned is joined by guest Eric Wohlwend. They discuss the importance of integrating work and family life, rather than trying to balance them as separate entities. Eric shares his unique perspective on parenting, emphasizing the importance of being present and engaged with your children. He also talks about his belief in teaching children to earn their way and the importance of financ...

In this week's Craft of Fatherhood, Ned challenges the conventional norms of fatherhood, urging fathers to embrace their unique identities and craft their own narrative. He shares his personal voyage of self-discovery as a father and the profound fulfillment it has brought him. Ned underscores the significant influence fathers can wield on their children and the world at large, inspiring them...

In this very special episode, Ned interviews his friend, coach, and Super Human Father, Kyle Carnohan. The two dive into Ned's transformation over the past year as he neared his 40th birthday. They discuss how he connected with the Super Human Fathers leaders and how they set him on the disciplined path toward an elite transformation. Kyle shares how he's instilling healthy habits into h...

This week's Craft of Fatherhood takes us deep into the heart of our roles as fathers and how important it is to craft special moments in their lives. Ned talks about a special moment he shared with his daughter and how their conversation helped him shift his tone for that day. Plus, he shares a sweet tale of the magical moment when a father and son surf together for the first time. Like this...

Ryan Carnohan is a California native who has undergone a significant physical and mindset transformation. Once a "Pizza Boy," he has now embraced the role of the "World's Greatest Hypeman." Ryan's journey is marked by key pillars such as discipline, resilience, and constant evolution, which he passionately discusses in his discourses. A former schoolteacher, he now he...

Today, Ned talks about giving our kids some space to learn, grow and figure it out. Are there situations we're putting too much pressure on them to do something? He also shares how he recently put into practice meetings with his wife. If you're craving more connection with your spouse, this is a great listen you may glean from. ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's...

On this episode, Ned interviews Nate Palmer of the Low Carb Hustle. This father, trainer, and coach shares his wisdom on helping men find success with their fitness and nutrition. He and Ned dive into discipline in fitness and nutrition and how it impacts our families. They connect on how vital it is to lead by example and pave the way for your children to model a healthy lifestyle. Let them see t...

This week’s episode looks at teaching our sons ways of dating. Men, it is vital to teach your sons to treat women on dates and to teach your daughters how to be treated. Ned shares a recent experience one of his daughters had and how it sparked the importance of teaching our sons etiquette as they get closer to dating. ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check ou...

On this week’s episode with Brad Johnson, he shares how a temporary separation sparked him to become the father his children truly needed. He talks about being an entrepreneur and how it’s impacted raising his family. Brad gets real about his morning quiet time and how creating this habit had become the most precious part of his day. He shares his practice of being present to his family while inte...

As we approach summer, this week's Craft of Fatherhood looks at the idea of the limited number of summers that we have with our children before they inch toward adulthood. Ned guides us on the importance of knowing the season that our kids are in and how to not let the next stage distract us from the present moment. ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check...

Today's conversation with Noah Elias - Believer. Husband. Father. Artist. Mentor. He believes our time, talent and treasure are to be stewarded to help impact the lives around us and build God’s kingdom. Noah discusses how he had been operating out of pride, ego, and greed until he rewired his operating system. Instead, he began to use the time, talent, and treasure that God have him. Underst...

This week Ned poses the question: what do I have to give?  Men, question how you’re serving your family. He also shares four pillars of identity and notes from a recent talk he heard on the subject.  ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check out the TEDx ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https:...

In this week's episode, Ned talks to Mike Higgins about all things fatherhood. Mike shares about the online community that helped him level up his fatherhood role. He gives clarity to the idea of pursuing a mentor to learn from and model after as a man, a husband, and a father. Mike gets real about how our insecurities can play out as triggers with our children and in our homes. He and Ned al...

On this week’s episode of the Craft of Fatherhood podcast, Ned shares the idea that our intention can show up as expectation instead. To be intentional you must prepare and plan but hold no expectations. Instead, create the framework for a perfect time but know things will shift and your presence matters. ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check out the TEDx ---...

As a sports medicine physician and coach, Justin Grant knows it's not just the destination but the journey that matters most. This father-to-four, married to his wife for ten years, opens up about how as a lifelong athlete, he is rebelling against the idea that sport is only about winning.  Striving to win provides an opportunity for character development, but losing sight of character develo...

On this week’s episode of the Craft of Fatherhood podcast, Ned shares about a conversation he had with his mentor about a philosophy among Monks and how it relates to family. He also gets real about how he messed up in his marriage this week and how to learn from his mistake. ---------- Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check out the TEDx ---------- Want to learn more abo...