The Cool Grandpa Podcast

I am checking in with you in this episode. I discuss my recent visit with my new granddaughter and how my wife was in heaven by getting to hold and take care of a newborn. I go into some detail about conducting my annual review with my 2 yr. old grandson. (We still have some things to work on before his 3 yr. review) You and I sit down and you let me share some fond memories of my cool grandpa and...

This episode is another conversation with a granddaughter of two COOL GRANDPAS. Diana shares her memories of Big Jack and her other grandfather. We discuss how Diana learned first hand how important it is to be able to pivot in life when challenges and opportunities are presented to you. We also discuss how her relationship with her grandpa manifested itself by him calling Diana in college to cele...

In this conversation, James and I discuss his background as a member of the US Army Band, marring his high school sweetheart and being a cool grandpa to six grandchildren.  James and I also dive into his work as a speaker, coach, and content creator. We both share how we connected through Dan Miller's' 48days community and how we are continuing to grow our interests, skills, and passions while bei...

This conversation is with Dee Schnautz, Ph. D. is the first that I have had with a granddaughter about her cool grandpas. In this conversation, we explore the impact that Dee's Grandpa Martini and Grandpa Lloyd had on her life. Dee shares the lessons learned doing farm work, driving her grandpa to the pond, and back before she was 12 years old. We also discuss Dee's relationship with her grandfath...

This is an impromptu conversation with Great-Grandpa John Hosler. John shares his reaction to becoming a great-grandpa. We learn about valuable multi-generational traditions, building bonds with the young grandkids, and the value of having multi-generational activities in building a strong sense of family for the grandchildren and great-grandchildren

In this conversation with Charles Pineo, we discuss rasing to in-home grandsons. Charles discusses his love of the outdoors, especially for epic canoeing trips in Canada and the North East United States. We talk about using scouts and the outdoors to help teach confidence and conversation skills with his grandsons. There are fantastic tips on spending time with the grandchildren out away from elec...

Rodney shares awesome stories about growing up the grandson of an Appalachian farmer. In our conversation, Rodney discussed powerful lessons that his grandfather shared with him about literally walking away from a bad situation.  We also learn where Rodney's love of woodcarving and folk art started. The conversation wraps up with an important conversation about how the example of a grandson can im...

In this great conversation, Russell Wynne shares the valuable lessons that his grandpas shared with him. Russell discusses lessons that were taught to him about business and contract negotiations which have served as a guiding example in Russell's business dealings today. Russell also shares great stories of spending time working on his grandfather's ranch including driving to town for supplies be...

This conversation focuses on teaching family values to grandchildren. We also discuss being a grandfather with close ties to the grandchildren helping them to honor women. Lee shares his civic service experiences with his grandchildren which encourages them to learn about the larger world through service to others. Check out my website, www.cool-grandpa.us for more information about Lee and the Le...

In this episode, I talk with my good buddy Lee Johnson about the impact and memories he has of his Papa. We dive deep into the ways that papa influenced Lee from great storytelling to the sharing of hobbies and interests. Papa had a huge impact on Lee. As a result, Lee honors him with his interest in living history as a WWII reenactor.  Check out the website to see papa and Lee in his jump gear. h...

In this fantastic episode, I get to catch up with my good friend Jon Hosler. Jon provides great insight into living close by to the grandchildren. Jon also discusses helping grandchildren adjust to coming back home after spending time with a separated parent in another physical location.

In this episode, I introduce myself and the purpose of this podcast and project. I share my reaction to hearing the news I was going to be a grandpa for the first time and also share a powerful memory that I have of my grandfather.

This exciting conversation explores the positive impact of being a multi-generational mentor and adoptive grandpa. Jim and I discuss the impact that mentors can have on young men. We also talk about the positive impact multi-generational mentors can have with small children and foster kids. 

In this conversation, I talk with MikeHalpin about the impact of having grandparents living close to their grandchildren. We talk about the impact of having his wife's family close by to their children.  We explore being intentional with the time spent with the grandchildren and how having grandparents close by adds additional levels of trust and security to children as they grow.

This conversation is with my good friend Dean Nielson. In this conversation, we discuss being a grandpa to little girls. We also discuss being a grandpa who lives close to their grandchildren.