In this week's episode, we talk about setting aside time to intentionally reflect on life. With Thanksgiving behind us and the holidays and the end of the year on the horizon, it is important to reflect on the past year and what I want the next year to look like. Ned shares an annual practice that has helped him focus on this and it may inspire you too. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each wee...
Nov 22, 2022•7 min•Ep. 269
This conversation with my friend, Jim Haag, is full of wisdom from a disciplined man and father who's truly embraced his role as dad and shifted his lifestyle to lead his family in the most positive direction. He shares how nutrition, fitness, and how taking control of his physical health helped put focus on how he wanted to show up as a dad. He shares what he's learned about his body chemistry and how this knowledge has played into the habits he's put in place to stay healthy and vibrant. In th...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 268
This week I share a few questions at the forefront of my mind this week: How do I make my family feel? Will this action (x,y,z) help me hit my goal? What can I do to shift my energy before bringing bad energy home? What matters most? I share the major takeaway from pondering these questions this week and how failing at some of these things has shifted my perspective. Book discussed in this episode: https://gapandgainbook.com/ ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https...
Nov 18, 2022•7 min•Ep. 267
This week's conversation with Jon Vroman is focused on the growth-centered brotherhood he's created at Front Row Dads. This online community, with members from 14 countries, was established as a place for men to connect - family men with businesses - not businessmen with families. A few years ago, someone asked, “ What do you do Jon? ” He replied, “ I’m a speaker , author , and founder of Front Row Foundation . ” "Then I paused… Wait… let me try that again… “I’m a father and husband, and when I’...
Nov 17, 2022•20 min•Ep. 266
When you think of your goals, what are you measuring? We contemplate this question and how to best measure goals, Is there a chance you're measuring your performance on scale too large or too small to accurately see your progress? Setting goals matter and it is worth considering how to best achieve them. I also share a current book that's helping me stay on track with goal tracking. Book discussed in this episode: https://gapandgainbook.com/ ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of F...
Nov 11, 2022•11 min•Ep. 265
Thomas Pfanner lives in Oregon with his three children and wife Megan. He has over 15 years of experience coaching and teaching at the middle, high school, and collegiate levels. His drive to help dads, young men & women succeed is what inspired this project. His experience as an educator gives him a unique perspective on how schools are missing the mark in preparing kids to win in the game of life. He is the Founder and Director of Dads Who Lead and this week's episode is full of wisdom fro...
Nov 06, 2022•55 min•Ep. 264
Today we're talking about an "Aha!" moment I had when talking with my mentor. I share about facing the realities of our children growing up and not being able to roll back the clock to spend time with the younger version of our kids. Check-in with yourself: What would your future self tell your younger self to focus on more? Take the answers and act on them in this current moment. Don't miss out on today. ---------- Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.adventureoffat...
Oct 28, 2022•8 min•Ep. 263
This episode with Mike Ayala is so impactful. He is truly a man that enjoys being a father. An extrovert, he loves being with people and has prioritized spending time with those he loves. When the world is constantly telling us "me time" is important, he's cultivated a true joy for spending time with others. And his children are no exception. He shares practical tips on how he's accomplished this by saying "yes" to his family more. Mike Ayala is an investor, speaker, podcaster, and founder of In...
Oct 22, 2022•53 min•Ep. 262
In this week's episode, I talk about discipline. No matter where you fall - extremely disciplined OR maybe just coasting along striving for more - I realize how discipline can affect us being present in the moment. For example, you may be driving your kid to practice but are not fully engaged because you're thinking of the meeting you have in the afternoon. I recognize this in myself and am sharing a practice I'm putting in place lately to help me be more mindful of being present throughout my d...
Oct 21, 2022•11 min•Ep. 261
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 raising independent young adults. He reminds us how vital it is to foster an environment where our children can think ...
Oct 20, 2022•52 min•Ep. 260
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://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and sha...
Oct 07, 2022•8 min•Ep. 259
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. He shares a habit of meditation and goal tracking keep him moving in the right direction or know when he need...
Oct 02, 2022•59 min•Ep. 258
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/ https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes ...
Sep 30, 2022•8 min•Ep. 257
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 tips on how he's prioritizing it. He talks about the ripple effect in our families - how the tiny things mak...
Sep 25, 2022•53 min•Ep. 256
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 dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of...
Sep 23, 2022•7 min•Ep. 255
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 environment of positivity or negativity. He shares how he is rebelling against how outside influencers impact o...
Sep 20, 2022•58 min•Ep. 254
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.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with o...
Sep 16, 2022•6 min•Ep. 253
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 us. He shares how sobriety has shifted his perspective on everything - how it has impacted his home and ...
Sep 16, 2022•59 min•Ep. 252
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 and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood. Follow us: Instagram: www....
Sep 09, 2022•8 min•Ep. 251
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, husband, and human being. In this episode, he shares some incredible insights about how to show up and connect wit...
Sep 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 250
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 learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood? https://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a da...
Sep 02, 2022•7 min•Ep. 249
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 your children. Highlights: -Let your kids struggle, this is hard for parents. -It is good for your ki...
Sep 01, 2022•56 min•Ep. 248
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 Fleet. ---------- Pre-order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here Check out the TEDx ---------- Want to learn more ...
Aug 25, 2022•7 min•Ep. 247
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 father and husband. Even as a businessman Sam always strove to put his family first to ensure he didn't p...
Aug 24, 2022•48 min•Ep. 246
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.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other...
Aug 19, 2022•8 min•Ep. 245
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 found more fulfillment in his role than just "dad after work." He shares practical tips on how to do this even in ...
Aug 16, 2022•53 min•Ep. 244
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 his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood. Follow us...
Aug 12, 2022•7 min•Ep. 243
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 awhile within their family and shares practical tips on how to do it. The strong emotional foundation we build for our ...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 242
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://www.rebelandcreate.com/ Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and ...
Aug 05, 2022•6 min•Ep. 241
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 helping them play to their strengths and their passions. He shares practical tips on how to do this within your family...
Aug 01, 2022•50 min•Ep. 240
