Popsicles, Campfires, and Lifelong Memories EP – 267

Popsicles, Campfires, and Lifelong Memories EP – 267

Show Notes What do grandchildren really remember about summer? It’s usually not the expensive vacations. It’s the popsicles melting on the porch. Fishing lines tangled in weeds. Late-night ice cream runs. Campfire stories. Helping Grandpa wash the car....
Leadership Lessons from Santa Claus EP – 248

Leadership Lessons from Santa Claus EP – 248

Show Notes: Santa Claus isn’t just a holiday icon—he’s a world-class leader. In this episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I explore four powerful leadership traits modeled by Santa Claus and how grandparents, parents, and team leaders can apply them both at home and...
The Evolving Role of Grandfathers – EP 223

The Evolving Role of Grandfathers – EP 223

In this engaging episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down with writer and grandfather Don Akchin for a thoughtful discussion on modern grandfathering. We explore the evolving role of grandfathers, the joys and challenges of connecting with grandchildren, and...
EP – 156 The Importance of Traditions

EP – 156 The Importance of Traditions

My wife, Karen Mangum, joins our conversation to talk to us about the traditions that her and her family had during the end of the year celebrations. Karen talks about how at Thanksgiving, there would be up to 30 people at her grandparent’s house. Even with...