Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting is going to be like and what it actually is? Why when we have children do we think it’s going to bring us closer together but often it really pushes us apart? What are the jobs of mums and dads now? What’s a dad when we’re no longer just providers? What’s a mum when they often are? What am I supposed to teach or model for my children when I’ve no idea what the world is going to look like in five years time? Why did my parents seem ...
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Elisabeth Harrod, Parenting Coach/Mentor/Teacher, has thoughtful, moving, honest conversations with Dads about what being a dad means to them, how their own childhoods impact their relationship to their kids, and what they hope their children will say about them when they grow up. https://www.purposeparenting.net/Intro/Outro Season 3 song "Simple Life" is written and performed by Sim Redmond and the Sim Redmon Band http://www.simredmondband.com/
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Ep 7: Psychological Growth in Parenthood with Lisa Marchiano
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59:29Summary In this conversation, Alexindadland and Lisa Marchiano explore the intricate relationship between Jungian psychology and motherhood. They discuss the importance of meaning in life, the process of individuation, and the psychological development that occurs throughout one's life. The conversation delves into the challenges of parenting, the …
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Ep 6: The Impossible Age of Masculinity with Ruth Whippman
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52:21Summary In this conversation, Ruth and Alexindadland explore the complexities of parenting boys in a modern context, discussing the language used around gender, the emotional development of boys, and the societal pressures that shape parenting decisions. They delve into the challenges of raising boys amidst discussions of toxic masculinity, the imp…
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Ep 5: Redefining Fatherhood with Alex Lloyd Hunter
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51:26Full video of this episode is available on Youtube @Alexindadland You can follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok @beahappierparent Join The Dad Shift Campaign: dadshift.org.uk Summary In this conversation, Alex Lloyd Hunter discusses the evolving role of fathers in modern society, emphasizing the need for better paternity leave policies in the …
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Ep 4: The Metamorphosis of Parenthood with Lucy Jones
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57:56Follow @beahappierparent on instagram and tiktok. @alexindadland on youtube. summary In this conversation, Lucy and Alex explore the multifaceted experience of motherhood, touching on emotional transitions, societal expectations, and the challenges of parenting. They discuss maternal ambivalence, the realities of childbirth, and the often unspoken …
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Ep 3: Understanding our Partners with Dr Emma Svanberg
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57:15I'm joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr Emma Svanberg dremmasvanberg.com and Parent Infant Psychotherapist Benedicta Bywater benedictabywater.com Summary This conversation delves into the complexities of parenting, emphasizing the importance of shared values between partners, the navigation of differing parenting styles, and the emotional dynamics t…
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Ep 2: The Myths of Motherhood with Nancy Reddy
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54:19Summary In this conversation, Alex Trippier and Nancy Reddy explore the evolving ideals of parenting, particularly focusing on attachment theory and its critiques. Reddy discusses the dubious science behind attachment theory, the historical context of motherhood, and the pressures placed on mothers today. They delve into the roles of fathers, the e…
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Summary In this conversation, Eve Rodsky discusses her book 'Fair Play' and the movement it has sparked, focusing on the division of labor in households and the impact on relationships and parenting. She shares personal anecdotes and insights on the challenges women face in balancing career and family, the importance of accountability in relationsh…
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DLAS: Season 3 Episode 7: Uncommon Dad Robert Bill Jr: The Greatest Thing I Never Knew I Needed- The Birth of My Son
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41:11Send us a text Robert Bill Jr is the Uncommon Dad of a son and daughter who "helps men become harder to kill, easier to love, and fit for Fatherhood in body, mind & soul." Please tune in to this inspiring and informative conversation. Robert has done a great deal of personal growth work that people who know him "want to stand by him" because he has…
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 6: My Conversation w/ Disciplined Dad Chris Rodack talks about the Importance of Failure and why "The Best Never Rest"
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37:47Send us a text Coach, father, husband, Chris Rodack, shares his journey as a Dad who has gone "all in" and coaches other fathers to be "Men of Fire." This honest, helpful, inspiring conversation will bring up so many important concepts and ways to improve Dads' relationships with themselves and their children. Please leave your comments and share w…
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 5: Father's Guild Dad Pat Barber's No Yelling Challenge
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56:03Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I talk to homeschooling Dad of four sons, Patrick Barber. Patrick asked his kids what they would most like to change about him and all of them told him they would like him to stop yelling. Listen to this rich conversation about how his family's life changed when he only uses yelling as one of t…
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 3: PART 2 of My Amazing Conversation with Alex Trippier: The Power of Packing
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30:34Send us a text In this first-ever Part 2, I continue my conversation with Dad of three kids, Alex Trippier. Alex explains his 'evolution' as a dad learning how to pack for family trips, which involved his wife, Eloise, learning how to step back and letting Alex make mistakes. "You can't live in shame and change at the same time." Challenging for Mu…
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 3: My Amazing Conversation with Alex Trippier about dynamics of Mums and Dads and letting Dads Step up and Fail and Get Better
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56:17Send us a text I know I'm not supposed to have favorites, but... because Alex Trippier was so invested in his conversation and because he's an amazing dad, this is a conversation you want to listen to again and again. Really. So many gems. I turned this conversation into two episodes it's that rich. Alex lives in London with his wife and three chil…
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 2: My Awesome Conversation with Dad Neil Levine Whose Wife Wrote the Book BoyMom
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41:25Send us a text Hello Dad Like a Seahorse fans. This episode is really special. I just finished reading an amazing book called BoyMom by Ruth Whippman. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/06/style/boy-mom-ruth-whippman.html I reached out to Ruth to tell her how much her book means to me, and I ended up getting the chance to talk to the Dad of her three …
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DLAS Season 3 Episode 1: My deep conversation with Dad Aaron Verlinde about the importance of teaching your children to ride a bike and how humbling dadding can be
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43:45Send us a text In this deep conversation, I talk with Dad of three, Aaron Verlinde, about his dad journey. Aaron shares so many insights about being a dad. He shares what he says to his children every night before bed. He talks about what he's learned about women from his daughter. He shares how he and his wife discipline their children and how it …
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Send us a text This is the intro theme song to Dad Like a Seahorse Season 3. The song is written and performed by Sim Redmond and the Sim Redmond Band. Check it out! Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certified Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) Practit…
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DLAS Season 2 Episode 12: Purpose Driven Fathers Dad Stephen Lloyd on Taking Risks and Giving it a Go
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33:00Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, Australian Dad Stephen Lloyd, who started Purpose Driven Fathers, talks about his family's decision to move to a rural property and live their dreams together as a family. His kids are very devoted to horses & motorbikes and the family lives their lives together as a team. After taking a year-l…
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DLAS Season 2 Episode 11: A Dad Lifting Dads Daniel Franco shares the moment he remembers becoming a dad
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50:47Send us a text In this beautiful, honest conversation A Dad Lifting Dads Dad Daniel Franco shares his experience of becoming a dad. The challenges and joys of his dad journey come through in this conversation. Please listen and share with dads in your life. Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of Internat…
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Season 2 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: My deeply wise, rich, thoughtful conversation with visual artist, songwriter, poet Dad Chad Elliott
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44:50Send us a text This episode of Dad Like a Seahorse left me both laughing and crying for days. Visual artist, songwriter, poet, Chad Elliott, has so much to share about being a dad to his three children and now one granddaughter after growing up without a dad. So much wisdom and depth and hilariousness (why is talking about farting always funny?). H…
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DLAS Season 2 Episode 9: Joe Sliker is a full-on single dad who is creating new dad norms while also recoginizing it can't be "two beers and the truth" all the time
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44:03Send us a text Joe Sliker is the single dad of two teenage daughters. When he realized his marriage was getting in the way of the relationship he wanted to have with them, he divorced so raise them with honesty & authenticity without being judged, lied to or misled. This is a deep & transformative conversation about changing dad stereotypes and exp…
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Season 2 Episode 8: My conversation with JP Payton about being inspired by strong women & the importance of presence
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31:59Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I talk to musician Dad JP Payton about what it's like to the dad in a blended family. In this thoughtful, nuanced conversation, JP talks about his relationship with his older two step kids and his young daughter. His experience will resonate with so many people who are on the journey of parenti…
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DLAS Season 2 Episode 7: My conversation with Dr. Bill Thomas about Bossy Dads & Guardrails
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40:54Send us a text Dr. Bill Thomas is the dad of five children. He is also a physician, professor, entrepreneur, playwright, and performer whose wide-ranging work explores the terrain of human aging. His dedication to culture change and innovations for well-being led the Wall Street Journal to highlight Dr. Thomas as one of the nation’s “top 10 innovat…
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Season 2 Episode 6. My Conversation with Sober Dad Crew Podcaster Stephen Kimball about Dad Mistakes & Bending a lot of Nails
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37:59Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I talk to Stephen Kimball about his journey as a dad to his four kids in his blended family. Stephen is a lover of music, a "fixer" and a sober by choice dad who always knew he wanted to be a dad. In this meaningful conversation, we talk about the books he read to his kids, his experience with …
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Season 2 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse, Dads Don't Babysit. My incredible conversation with Nate Feathers
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39:06Send us a text Parents, please decide to listen to this moving, incredible conversation with Dads Don't Babysit Dad, Nate Feathers. Nate is making the journey from traditionally parenting his first two kids, to bringing in new beliefs about what it means to be a Dad, and how to parent his (soon to be) six kids very differently. Nate is not only mak…
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Season 2 Episode 4 Dad Like a Seahorse, Letting Yourself Off the Hook by Being your Child's Witness
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50:20Send us a text This episode of Dad Like a Seahorse will inspire you, make you laugh and cry. Especially Dads who are co-parenting will want to listen and take notes. Timothy Weber came into the Rep Studio with me in downtown Ithaca and we went there. Timothy shares songs he's written about his daughter, Clara, and much wisdom he's learned along the…
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Season 2 Episode 3 Dad Like a Seahorse, the Importance of Connection through Play
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48:37Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, Parent Coach & Dad of two young sons, Jason Arenburg & I talk about his journey as a Dad. We talk about the importance of connection through play - whether it's indoor games or backyard sports, Jason connects with his sons by spending time and being present with his kids. In March of 2020, Jaso…
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Season 2 Episode 2 Dad Like a Seahorse, The Family that Skates Together Stays Together
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40:09Send us a text In this episode of Dad like a Seahorse, amazing Dad, Doug Levine, shares stories from the road... He supports his kids to play high-level hockey just like he did as a kid (and even as an adult). It's a wonderful conversation about how sports has shaped Doug's life as a Dad. Full of heart-warming stories and helpful Dad Tips. This is …
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Season 2 Episode 1 Dad Like a Seahorse, On Location at the Finger Lakes Cider House in INterlaken NY. A very special conversation with Farmer Garrett Miller
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1:02:52Send us a text fDad Like a Seahorse is launching our Second Season!!! We're on location at the Good Life Farm, the home of the Finger Lakes Cider House in Interlaken NY. In this very special episode, I talk to my long-time, dear friend, Garrett Miller, the owner of the Good Life Farm and the dad to two amazing humans, Sophie (10 yo) and Ekekiel Wil…
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Season 1 Episode 12 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jochen Genschel & The Importance of being part of a Team
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42:28Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I have a great conversation with Jochen Genschel, a scientist who grew up in East Germany and has lived in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina for 20+ years. He is Oskar's amazing Dad and was a stay-at-home Dad for Oskar's first five years. He shares his journey of being a dad and what…
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Season 1 Episode 11 Dad Like a Seahorse: Ian Tompkins & the importance of being present as a Dad
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34:34Send us a text Ian Tompkins is a life and business coach who lives in Ithaca NY. He is an amazing Dad to his three year old son, Soren. In this lively conversation, Ian shares why being "present" is so important to him when he spends time with Soren. We talk about unconditional love and watching Soren's life unfold. It's a very moving and meaningfu…
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Season 1 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: Todd Elizalde's Journey as a Dad and the importance of Quantity over Quality Time
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40:24Send us a text In this episode I talk to Todd Elizalde about his journey as a father. We talk about making the choice to become a Dad, taking his two sons to 49ers games, doing Tae Kwon Do together, and what his sons have taught him. It's a beautiful conversation with lots of gems and wisdom. Tune in and share with the Dads in your life. Elisabeth …
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Season 1 Episode 9 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jonathan Byrd's Son, Puzzles & Sushi
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36:07Send us a text In this Episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I talk to North Carolina-based Songwriter/Teacher Jonathan Byrd about his journey from being a kid in the Navy to being an awesome Dad to his twelve year old son, Rowan. We explore what it will be for Rowan to starting living life without school & how different that growing up experience will b…
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Season 1 Episode 8 Dad Like a Seahorse: Mike Weaver's Journey as a Step-dad & how being a Shepherd changed his parenting
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52:43Send us a text Mike Weaver is a Southern Baptist minister who became a step dad to his step daughter when she was very young. In this episode, Mike shares meaningful insights & wisdom every dad will appreciate. Tune into this powerful conversation and please share it with other dads you know. Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certi…
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Season 1 Episode 7: Joe Crookston's Journey as a Dad: The Importance of Tin Snips
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44:12Send us a text Joe Crookston is a traveling songwriter, musician, visual artist... and a dad to his amazing daughter Josie. In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, we talk to Joe about how his experiences as a kid shaped his way of being a Papa to his daughter. So many valuable concepts and ideas in this conversation. Excited for you all to be part…
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Season 1 Episode 6: Ian Shapiro & his daughter talk about Dadding
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46:17Send us a text Ian Shapiro is the father of three daughters. He is married to Dalya Tamir, a social worker and meditation teacher. In his spare time, Ian enjoys to spend time with family and friends, study guitar, and play soccer & basketball. At work, he is the founder of Taitem Engineering, where he works in the area of energy conservation. In th…
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Season 1 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse: Matt Jarmen's Journey as a Self-directed Education Dad
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45:40Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, we talk to Matt Jarmen about his journey as a father and what being a dad means to him. Matt is a research psychologist and former psychology professor. Matt is in the process of starting Communitas, an inter-generational self-directed learning center in Ithaca NY that will provide families wit…
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Season 1 Episode 4: Austin MacRae's Journey as a Stepdad
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40:29Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, Parent Coach, Elisabeth Harrod, talks to singer-songwriter Austin MacRae about his journey as a stepdad. Austin lives in Ithaca NY. He is a traveling troubadour whose songwriting is characterized by engaging lyrics and vivid storytelling from rural Upstate New York. He has self-produced two awa…
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Season 1 Episode 3: Jon Camp talks about his journey as a father and how his "fathering" has changed over the years.
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41:21Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, I have a great conversation with Jon Camp about what being a father means to him. He explores the differences between his relationship with his two biological kids who live on the west coast and his stepson. We explore the idea of becoming friends with our kids - how does that happen and what w…
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Season 1 Episode 2: Fred Peretz Cohn's Journey as a Dad
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36:15Send us a text Born in New Brunswick, NJ, Fred Peretz Cohn spent his early childhood in neighboring Highland Park before moving with his family to the Jersey Shore. He graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in French, received a masters in French Studies from New York University, and subsequently spent several years working and studying in P…
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Season 1 Episode 1: Nate Silas Richardson's Journey as a Dad
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1:04:52Send us a text In this episode of Dad Like a Seahorse, Parent Coach Elisabeth Harrod talks to Nate Silas Richardson about his journey as a father and what being a dad means to him. Nate Silas Richardson is the owner & head engineer at Rep Studio in Ithaca NY. He also performs as a multi-instrumentalist with a focus on guitar. He has recorded and to…
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