Empowered Caregiving; with Renee Balcom EP – 245

Empowered Caregiving; with Renee Balcom EP – 245

In this follow-up conversation, I welcome back healthcare advocate and tech CEO Renee Balcom to discuss how grandparents and families can take control of caregiving decisions before a crisis hits. Renee shares practical insights on avoiding common caregiving mistakes,...
Caring Grandparents Insights from Neil Taft EP – 244

Caring Grandparents Insights from Neil Taft EP – 244

“Thou shalt honor the parents of your grandchildren. That’s the most effective way to build lasting family relationships.”— Neil Taft 🧩 Episode Summary In this heartfelt and insightful episode, I reconnect with author and grandparenting expert Neil Taft to explore the...
Millennial Grandparents; Insights From James Lott Jr. EP – 243

Millennial Grandparents; Insights From James Lott Jr. EP – 243

I welcome back longtime friend and repeat guest Dr. James Lott Jr., host of Really, I’m a Grandparent!, to discuss the rise of millennial grandparents and how shifting generational dynamics are reshaping modern family life. Together, we unpack everything from...
After Work: Redefining Retirement with Don Akchin EP – 242

After Work: Redefining Retirement with Don Akchin EP – 242

In this episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down again with author and creative thinker Don Akchin to talk about his new book, After Work: An Honest Discussion About What Comes Next. Don challenges the old idea of retirement as “the end” and redefines it as the...
Reductive Art and the Grandparenting Journey EP – 241

Reductive Art and the Grandparenting Journey EP – 241

Summary In this episode, we explore the intersection of grandparenting and art, with a particular focus on reductive art. Drawing inspiration from John Maxwell’s leadership principles, I explore how genuine influence isn’t about adding more—it’s...