The Cool Grandpa

Vietnam Uncensored: A Veteran’s Journey with Jerry Glazer – EP 222

by | March 14, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Vietnam veteran and author Jerry Glazer joins me in this compelling episode. Jerry shares his remarkable journey from being drafted into the U.S. Army, going through grueling training, and serving in one of the most harrowing conflicts in American history. He reflects on his experiences, the challenges of military service, and the deep...
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Show and Share: Teaching Life Lessons as a Cool Grandpa – EP 221

by | March 7, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In this episode, I discuss the importance of sharing life skills with grandchildren and creative ways to teach them essential lessons. I reflect on personal experiences with my father and how small, everyday moments can provide invaluable learning opportunities for grandkids. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The power of showing and sharing...
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How to Live: A Course for Grandparents – EP 220

by | February 27, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In this episode, I welcome back to The Cool Grandpa Podcast Richard Eyre, a New York Times bestselling author and expert on family relationships, to discuss his latest project—How to Live the Second Half of Life. Richard shares his journey from parenting expert to grandparenting advocate, emphasizing the importance of being an intentional and...
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Dignity In Eldercare: The Carebidet Solution – EP 219

by | February 21, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In this episode, I sit down with John Larson from CoHealth to discuss an innovative solution for transforming elder care—The Carebidet. John shares his journey in the elder care space, the inspiration behind this groundbreaking technology, and how it aims to improve hygiene, dignity, and overall well-being for aging individuals and their...
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Family Businesses & Storytelling: Why Your Story Matters – EP 218

by | February 14, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Daniel Crandall and I discuss the significance of capturing family stories and histories in this episode. We discuss the dynamics of family businesses, the role of publishing in preserving narratives, and the importance of engaging younger generations in storytelling. Daniel shares techniques for capturing family members' stories, the impact of...
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The Gift of Understanding: A Grandfather’s Role in Autism – EP 217

by | February 7, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In this week's episode, I explore an essential and often under-discussed topic: how grandfathers can navigate the challenges and rewards of having an autistic grandchild. Key Topics Discussed: Adjusting Expectations: The emotional process of shifting expectations for a grandchild's future. Recognizing the grieving and acceptance stages. Finding...
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Navigating the Complexities of Grief – EP 216

by | January 31, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Kerri Lewis from Second Act Mastery joins me this week to talk about her journey through grief after losing her husband. We discuss the importance of addressing grief, its loneliness, and the societal expectations surrounding how one should grieve. Kerri emphasizes the role of counseling in helping individuals process their grief and the...
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Film as a Bridge in Family Relationships – EP 215

by | January 24, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Allan Shedlin joins us again for another engaging conversation. As Allan and I talked about being a grandfather, he reflected on the profound influence of his grandfather on his parenting style and the evolution of relationships between parents and their adult children. Allan shares anecdotes about his grandfather's calm demeanor and the...
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The Role of Grandparents in Family Life – EP 214

by | January 17, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Ricky Dickson, author and former CEO, is back for a dare; I say it? A second scoop, but in this case, we are talking about his experience with being a grandson and the profound impact of grandparents on personal development and family dynamics. Ricky shares his experiences growing up with both sets of grandparents nearby, highlighting their roles...
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EP – 213 Navigating Fatherhood: Insights from Lendo Mutambala

by | January 9, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In this week's episode I speak with Lendo Mutambala, founder of Super Daddy Club, about the challenges and needs of young fathers. Lendo shares his journey from Congo to Canada, his experiences as a young father, and the motivation behind creating Super Daddy Club as a resource for fathers navigating parenting and family dynamics. Our...
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Episode 1 – Introduction

by | May 2, 2020

In this episode, I introduce myself and the purpose of this podcast and project. I shared my reaction to hearing that I would be a grandpa for the first time and a powerful memory of my grandfather.

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