Fatherhood Field Notes

This week's conversation with Yves Bright, actor, pro surfer, and photographer, is full of wisdom from a dad who confidently knows the focus that he's placed on being a father now will have an impact for generations to come.  We discuss the idea of trying to control our kids. He shares the realization of how it's more important to relinquish that control in the name of growth and ra...

In this week's episode of the Craft of Fatherhood, I share a moment of being vulnerable with my wife.  I challenge you to do the same with your spouse and your kids and see their responses.  Be open to receiving the answer and see how you can incorporate that insight into your days. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https:/...

Father to six, grandfather to 11 and a married to his wife for 28 years. We discuss all he's learned as a dedicated father and husband for the past three decades.  He shares his how a recent 75 day physical challenge has also challenged him mentally. Overall, he's focused on maintaining an athletic mindset and shares how this has carried over to making an impact on his kids and grandkids...

On this week's episode we discuss how each of us have core values - the things most core to our heart that we value in life....these are easy to live by when we are happy and feel good about ourselves, but how often do we sacrifice our core values based on an emotion or a mood we are in? ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ ht...

Father to six, Ben Anderson, shares his wisdom on how he's overcome fears about not being a good dad.  He shares how growing up with an absent dad and an abusive stepfather, led him to know he was going to change the generational legacy of his family despite his fears. And he is doing it.  His desire to make sure his children feel loved and know as they grow is HUGE and he shares actionable t...

On this week's episode we talk about my daughter recently overcoming fear and how we can help our children walk through fear.  I also share a quick lesson learned about the impact our time in the car can make with our kiddos. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a da...

In this episode, Ned chats with Cam Gamble, father to five and entrepreneur. He shares about growing up looking up to a father and uncle and carrying that into fatherhood. This helped set up his definition of what a man should be: a teacher, patient, and a person of integrity. He reminds us that nobody should be doing fatherhood on their own.  They chat about how our words can create an environmen...

I'm so stoked on this episode with comedian, surfer, father, and rad human - Jonathan Wayne Freeman. We talk fear, comfort, laughter, tacos, and booze. We discuss how he broke away from the 9-5 to follow his dreams and find more happiness by working for himself. He shares how to combat fear and make big steps to change the betterment of your family despite what our current culture pushes upon...

In this Craft of Fatherhood episode, we ponder the question: "How do we get what we want?" Ultimately, so many of us want to feel valued and important. But what would that look like if we flipped our mindset and looked at ways we can make others feel valued and important? ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.r...

I love the scene in Top Gun when Ice Man tells Maverick he is Dangerous.  Dads, we are  dangerous in a positive and negative way. In this episode, I share a Flop, Win, and a New Practice. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes a...

Daniel Sheridan has a special place in my life.  He worked with me for over a year on the Adventure of Fatherhood branding, this was prior to us knowing we would create a children's book with the art.  While Daniel worked with me to create this he was not a father....and now three years later he is the proud father to twins who are now 2 years old.  Daniel is an amazing artist, father, husban...

In this episode of the Craft of Fatherhood podcast, Ned shares how a recent family meeting spurred a deep conversation with his daughters. This reminder shows that we have an insane power as fathers. Fathers, embrace who you are.  There is great power inside of you.  Use it wisely. ---------- Pre-order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check out the TEDx ---------- Want to lear...

Kimball Lewis is the CEO of Empowering Parents, an organization dedicated to empowering parents with the tools to manage the most challenging behavior problems in children ages 5 to 25. In this conversation, Ned and Kimball share the value of Empowering Parents.  But they jump deep into how Kimball and his wife raised their kiddos.  Kimball shares nuggets of wisdom that will help you as your raise...

In this week's episode, I share a flop, a win, and we recap this week's Fatherhood Field Notes interview.  I share how I am bettering date nights with my wife.  I talk about a quick daily practice I'm implementing with my family to set the tone of our day.  Lastly, I share practical wisdom from this week's episode of the Fatherhood Field Notes Podcast with awesome guest Sam Fle...

Sam Fleet is a successful business owner; he has been married for 37 years, he is a father, a grandfather, and a generous leader to many. While his business is a huge aspect of his life and story, he shares the reminder that we are all connected as fathers - despite our jobs. In this conversation, he shares how his father left when he was six years old and how that inspired him to be a great fathe...

My friends, do what you can!  I wanted to spend some time with my daughter as she is going into her Junior year of high school.  We had a Saturday and we took it to be intentional and have a great day giving our minds space to think about the next couple of years ahead. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreat...

In this episode, Ned and Geoff discuss the role of the father and the long-standing idea of a dad's only responsibility is working. They share the realization that there's a bigger role that needs to be filled in our homes. Geoff shares how he made it a priority to design his time with his children with the utmost intention and find ways to make all their time together memorable. He foun...

I had a win this week with my daughter but it made me question something: How aware am I of the moments I may be missing? I share about how I came to this revelation in the middle of an evening workout.  ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up h...

This week's conversation with Ali Jafarian shares the importance of connecting with your children on an emotional level.  We discuss how he found fulfillment in fatherhood after his son was born. We dive deeper into how to he encourages his kids in finding the passions that bring them joy and how to recognize what to drop. He challenges dads to take on the "nurture" role once in awh...

In these weekly Craft of Fatherhood episodes Ned will take five minutes sharing stories, victories, flops, and what he is learning.  This week he wraps about the results of pushing one of his kids into a workout. He shares finding the balance of when to push your kids and when to not.  ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://w...

This episode with Dane Espegard is so impactful. He strives to be an emotional constant for his young daughters and strives everyday to help them find their strengths. In the workplace he's noticed so much of our identity is tied to what we due. He's fueled to affirm his children's identity by who they are, not what they do. His mission to dream big with his kids and his wife by hel...

This episode of the Craft of Fatherhood dives into a recent family meeting we had. We'll talk about practical tips for a successful family meeting: talking routines, finances, and goals. Check this out if you've been wanting to initiate family meetings in your home and don't know where to start.  ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureo...

Matt Drinkhahn is one of the most optimistic people you will ever meet.  This comes from him living a life of offense; loving, listening, honoring, and adding value to all mankind.  Matt is able to live this way because he lives a life of confidence knowing who he is and what his core values are.  This allows Matt to live a life of clarity.  This conversation is a rich with wisdom on shifting your...

Do you feel stuck?  Do you feel like your family needs a reset?  In this new series we will talk about the steps to pause and make some adjustments to your family life.  As the father you are the leader.  It may be time to pause, reflect, and make some adjustments. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com...

In this episode, Neil Knaak shares how he created a family credo, guiding principles, for his family and what they stand for.  This is how Ned and Neil originally connected, Ned overheard Neil share the second family value: "Protect the Queen." If all young men were taught this by their fathers our world would look different. He talks about rebelling against "normalcy" and how...