Episodes
Dad of All Trades (ft. Jon Ekstrom, Jon of All Trades Podcast)
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. …
BONUS: Top 3 Must Have Baby Items (ft. Brenden Guy, @brendenandellie)
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 - ...
A British Dad in America (ft. Brenden Guy, @brendenandellie)
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 vid...
DAD HACKS: Two Stickers In The Lunchbox
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...
I Call You By Name (ft. Taylor Kemp, MLS Soccer Player, Formed.org)
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 …
DAD HACKS: Valentine's Day Reflections 2023
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 …
How to Support Your Partner Through Postpartum Depression (ft. Becca …
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 topi...
BONUS: A Dad's Travel Guide to Chicago (ft. Tom Phillips, @toomuchtom)
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 Influencer Dad (ft. Tom Phillips, @toomuchtom)
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 lov...
2022 Year In Review (Hosted by Becca Tiell-Krekeler, Wife, Mom, all-a…
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 t...
Fatherhood At Altitude (ft. Kyle Keefe, Sportscaster with Colorado Av…
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 l...
BONUS: Teaching Daughters How to Drive (ft. General Kevin Chilton, NA…
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...
To The Moon And Back (ft. General Kevin Chilton, NASA Astronaut)
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 wif...
BONUS: Top 10 Gifts for New Dads (ft. Taylor Calmus, Dude Dad Video C…
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 …
The Dude Dad (ft. Taylor Calmus, Dude Dad Video Creator and Author)
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 Tay...
BONUS: Raising a Daughter While Acting on Tour (ft. Peter Moreton, A…
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 sh...
Apple Doesn't Fall Far From Cart (ft. Peter Moreton, Actor / Director…
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...
BONUS: Skateboarding With Your Kids (ft. Brian Johnson, Papa to @thej…
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 ...
Rad Skateboarding Dad (ft. Brian Johnson, Papa to @thejohnsonettes)
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 Fol...
BONUS: Birthday Party Themes (ft. Joel Willis, 'The Dad' Social Media…
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 …
Becoming The Dad (ft. Joel Willis, 'The Dad' Social Media Company)
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...
Solo But Not Alone (ft. Mathew Bradley, The Solo Dad Podcast)
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 …
BONUS: Coach's Perspective On Sports (ft. Ken Sharrar, Mission Advanc…
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 …
Faith and Gratitude (ft. Ken Sharrar, Mission Advancement Director fo…
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 peo...