Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, we're talking painting piggies! That right, we're heading to the nail salon! Jon Ekstrom of the 'Jon of All Trades' podcast returns to convince me why every Girl Dad must try getting a pedicure with their daughters. LINKS Jon of All Trades - Podcast @joatpod Thank you to Jon Ekstrom for sharing his philosophy of pedicures and being part of Girl Dad Nation. I think I now have to schedule a pedicure with my wife and daughters. Dads, is this som...
Apr 03, 2023•12 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Jon Ekstrom, dad to Grace and Sloane who are 8 and 6. Jon is a communications professional in the Denver area. His flagship podcast is titled 'Jon of All Trades' which has over 340 episodes. We talk about life as Girl Dads and inspiring our daughters to be whatever they dream to be; embracing the underdog story. LINKS Jon of All Trades - Podcast Jon Ekstrom - Infertility Story Blog @joatpod Thank you to Jon Ekstrom for sharing his journey ...
Mar 30, 2023•42 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, relatable tiktok dad, Brenden Guy (with the handle @brendenandellie ), shares his top 3 must have baby items. LINKS Baby Brezza Instant Warmer (for baby formula) Hair Ties, Hair Bands, and Hair Clips - Everywhere Wearable Baby Carrier Thank you to Brenden Guy for sharing his top 3 must have baby items and being part of Girl Dad Nation. Hope this was helpful to the new dads. And for those veteran dads, I’d love to hear your thoughts. What are ...
Mar 12, 2023•6 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Brenden Guy. Brenden is a digital creator and TikToker (Do people say that?), with two young daughters. We recorded this interview back in August 2022. He is know for creating funny and relatable videos about parenting, and also sharing his culture shocks from being a Brit living in the United States. It was really fun to chat with him about lessons learned in parenting and in life. LINKS Brenden's Instagram - @brendenandellie Brenden's Ti...
Mar 10, 2023•47 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this Dad Hacks episode I share the secret to why I pack two stickers in my daughter’s lunchbox. Thank you for listening! Girl Dad Nation is on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . IG: @GirlDadNation Twitter: @GirlDadNation [email protected] Girl Dad Nation is made possible by the generous support of our listeners and my wife, Executive Producer of my daughters and this podcast. Support the show Follow me Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter)...
Mar 01, 2023•3 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Taylor Kemp. Taylor played professional soccer with DC United for 6 years. I have the privilege of calling him a friend, and working with him at the Augustine Institute where he is now the Director of Formed. Taylor opens up about his family, faith, experiencing miscarriages, and the dignity in a name. And I share a personal story behind the name of my first daughter. LINKS: Athletic Spirituality: Life Lessons from the Field (mp3) - Taylor...
Feb 22, 2023•34 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I reflect on Valentine's Day. I share a sweet story with my daughter, my gripes with school parties, an update from The King of Valentine's Day, and a challenge to all of us to spread a little more love. Thank you for listening! Lonnie Anderson Video Interview on YouTube https://tinyurl.com/AnneValentineStory2023 Girl Dad Nation is on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . IG: @GirlDadNation Twitter: @GirlDadNation [email protected] Becca...
Feb 14, 2023•13 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome my wonderful wife, Becca Tiell-Krekeler, to talk about postpartum depression. We share our own experience, and offer advice and support for those effected by it. CONTENT WARNING: This is a heavy topic that includes discussion of suicide. Listener discretion advised. LINKS Postpartum Support International (PSI) Call the PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Boot Camp for New Dads FOLLOW Girl Dad Nation on Facebook , I...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, Chicago influencer, Tom Phillips (also known as @toomuchtom on Instagram), shares his top travel tips for visiting Chicago with kids. LINKS Lincoln Park Zoo Cloud Gate (The Bean) in Millennium Park 360 Chicago The Signature Room at the 95th Wrigley Field Lou Malnati's Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Portillo's Big Star Chicago The Publican Thank you to Tom Phillips for sharing his travel guide and being part of Girl Dad...
Jan 24, 2023•14 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Tom Phillips. Tom is a digital creator and influencer from Chicago, with three young kids. We recorded this interview back in August 2022. He talks about being a dad of twins, potty training, and loving his kids always. LINKS Tom's Instagram - @toomuchtom Big Little Feelings - Potty Training Course Thank you to Tom Phillips for sharing his journey and being part of Girl Dad Nation. Check out the links in the description for more of his con...
Jan 13, 2023•42 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this very special '2022 Year In Review' episode I turn the podcast over to my amazing wife, Becca Tiell-Krekeler, who prepared some great questions for me about my first year of the Girl Dad Nation podcast. Great episode to start the new year! Thank you for listening and please share! Girl Dad Nation is on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . IG: @GirlDadNation Twitter: @GirlDadNation [email protected] NEW MUSIC ALBUM BY DAD RAP: Mid-Life Crisis EP ...
Jan 02, 2023•44 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Kyle Keefe, a sportscaster with the Colorado Avalanche for over 25 years. You can catch Kyle hosting pre-game, intermission, and post-game coverage on Altitude Sports. He loves his job, but what he loves most is his family. He shares about their journey with IVF, supporting his wife through a cancer battle, and welcoming their daughter through adoption. And finally, Kyle leaves his daughter, Quincy, words he hopes she'll always remember. L...
Dec 01, 2022•57 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode General Kevin Chilton, former NASA astronaut, shares his stories and advice for teaching daughters how to drive a car for the first time. Thank you to General Kevin Chilton for sharing his experience and being part of Girl Dad Nation. At the time of this recording, my oldest daughter is only 3 years old, a long way from driving on the highways. But just recently, I got her and her sister a Power Wheels Jeep, modded it to run off of 18v drill b...
Oct 11, 2022•10 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome General Kevin Chilton, a retired 4-Star General of the U.S. Air Force and NASA astronaut on three space shuttle flights. He serves in leadership roles in many organizations, and together with his wife Cathy (also a General in the Air Force) have raised four daughters. LINKS Augustine Institute Studios - The Search (Video Series) How Important Is Your Family? with Astronaut General Chilton | Chris Stefanick Show Thank you to General Kevin C...
Oct 10, 2022•35 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode Taylor Calmus of Dude Dad shares his top 10 Gifts for New Dads. TOP 10 Gifts: 1. "A Dude's Guide to Baby Size" - Book 2. Dude Dad Diaper Bag 3. Flat Top Grill 4. New Underwear (boxers, briefs, whatever... not going to link to it. Ask him) 5. New Tool Set 6. Caffeine 7. Baby Carrier 8. Swaddles (with Dad Jokes preferred) 9. Framed Picture 10. Time Off - Help Dad Have Time to Spend with Baby Thank you to Taylor for sharing his top 10 list and be...
Sep 17, 2022•14 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Taylor Calmus. Taylor is a Colorado-based video creator with a show on the Magnolia Network called Super Dad, where he helps other dads build awesome things for their kids. But I first discovered Taylor through his amazing YouTube channel called Dude Dad, where he makes comedy sketches, DIY videos, and vlogs all about family life. He also recently published a book for new dads called, "A Dude's Guide to Baby Size." Definitely a great dad c...
Sep 13, 2022•32 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode Peter Moreton shares his experience of being a touring actor while raising a daughter. LINKS: AIR Theatre Audio Dramas AIR Theatre Documentary Film Applecart Arts Meg Bird Music Thank you to Peter for sharing his experience and being part of Girl Dad Nation. As dads we have to balance other responsibilities and ambitions with raising kids. It can be a difficult challenge, and not always perfect. But every effort we make for quality time with o...
Aug 30, 2022•15 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Peter Moreton. Peter is an actor, director, writer, and musician from London, UK. He co-founded Applecart Arts in 2008 where he currently serves as Artistic Director. His daughter, Meg, is now in her 20s and an amazing jazz singer. Thank you to Peter for being on the show and being part of Girl Dad Nation. It's awesome to hear how he and Meg still have a close bond. Check out her music on Spotify by searching Meg Bird. And learn more about...
Aug 24, 2022•37 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode Brian Johnson (from @thejohnsonettes) shares his advice for dads when beginning skateboarding with your kids. Thank you to Brian for sharing those tips and being part of Girl Dad Nation. As dads we have the great opportunity to encourage our kids to try new things and be present through new adventures. I hope these stories are inspiring. If you have a skateboarding story, please leave a comment or tweet me: @girldadnation Girl Dad Nation is on...
Aug 05, 2022•12 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation Welcome to Girl Dad Nation. In this episode I welcome Brian Johnson. Brian has 4 awesome daughters who all skateboard: Vivi, Lulu, Edie, and Dot. Together they are @thejohnsonettes, on Social Media with over 57k Instagram Followers. Brian shares how the love of skateboarding all began, and how it's become a great bonding experience for the whole family. Thank you to Brian for being on the show and being part of Girl Dad Nation. It's inspiring to see parents encoura...
Aug 03, 2022•38 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode Joel Willis (from The Dad and Channel 3) and I talk about our daughters' birthday party themes. As his daughter says: If you're throwing a party, you gotta have a theme! Thank you to Joel for sharing and being part of Girl Dad Nation. As dads we have the great opportunity to create special memories for our kids and to celebrate life's blessings, like having a birthday party. I hope these stories are inspiring. And I'd love to hear your birthda...
Jul 22, 2022•9 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Joel Willis. Joel is most well known for creating the social media empire, The Dad, after becoming a dad himself. He has a 13-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old son. The Dad continues strong, but he recently left the company to start a new gaming social media platform called Channel 3. We talk about the impact of social media; we share funny dad stories; and Joel gives a first look at his exciting new venture. AWSOME LINKS Paint Supplies ...
Jul 06, 2022•46 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Mathew Bradley. Matt is a fellow podcaster and Girl Dad. When he lost his wife, Marci, to cancer in 2018, he was left to navigate raising his one-year-old daughter, Blair, on his own. In his search to find resources for dealing with grief and being a solo dad, Matt reached out to other dads dealing with loss, and in 2021 he launched a podcast called The Solo Dad Podcast. Matt shares his story and how he remains positive through all of life...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, Ken Sharrar, who coached at the high school and college level, shares his thoughts on sports. Thank you to Ken for sharing and being part of Girl Dad Nation. I love sports and it's great to be passionate and want the best for your kids, but it's important to keep things in proper perspective. I have included a link in the description to the book Ken recommended. And I'd love to hear your takes on supporting your kids in athletics. Leave a com...
May 04, 2022•15 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Ken Sharrar. As a high school and college football coach and mentor for many years, Ken’s mission throughout his professional career has never changed - he seeks “to make a positive difference in people’s lives every day.” Currently, he spends time “friendraising” and building relationships with parents, alumni, and benefactors of JP Catholic University in San Diego, California as the Director of Mission Advancement and Philanthropy. He’s ...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, Brett Shapiro, Metaverse Developer, shares his vision for the future of Web 3.0 and what parents should know about the metaverse. Let's get to it. Thank you to Brett for enlightening me on all things metaverse, and being part of Girl Dad Nation. With any new technology, there are benefits but also potential dangers. Yet we should not fear change. It's best to be educated and take an active role in your child's life. Teach good values, healthy...
Apr 08, 2022•33 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, Brett Shapiro, Metaverse and Video Game Designer, shares his Top 10 video games to play with your kids. Let's get to it. GAME LIST: 1. Disney Infinity 2. Minecraft 3. Fortnite 4. Destiny 2 5. Super Mario Party 6. New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe 7. Super Mario Odyssey 8. Animal Crossing 9. Overcooked 10. Pico Park Thank you to Brett for sharing his list and being part of Girl Dad Nation. Video games are not just for boys, and sometimes they get...
Mar 25, 2022•16 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this episode I welcome Brett Shapiro. Brett has worked in a wide range of roles within the entertainment industry from Film and Television, Visual Effects and Animation to App and Game Design. In addition to his professional work, Brett has taught Media Art and STEAM in schools. He is currently a Creative Director at Brave + Radical, a game company he founded with a long time friend, where they are developing a traditional action RPG game. Brett is also Creative...
Mar 17, 2022•50 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this Dad Hacks episode I share everything you need to know to get started with cloth diapers. We have used them with our both our daughters for over 2 years. It has saved us a ton of money, helps the environment, and is much easier than I had ever thought! Don't dismiss cloth diapers before listening to this episode. HELPFUL LINKS: These are the "Pocket Diapers" we use and recommend: POCKET DIAPERS We recommend having a starting stash of 15-20 diapers . Babies g...
Mar 09, 2022•21 min
Send a text to Girl Dad Nation In this bonus episode, Gabe Barrett, founder of Board Game Design Lab, shares his Top 10 board games to play with kids. Board gaming has evolved so much over the years. If you are only familiar with the classics, like Monopoly and Scrabble, now is a great time to learn a new fun game! GAME LIST: 11. Spinderella 10. Ticket to Ride: New York 9. Bang the dice game 8. Dragon’s Breath 7. King of Tokyo 6. Dr. Eureka 5. Throw Throw Burrito 4. Castle Panic 3. Blokus 2. For...
Mar 03, 2022•10 min
