Dad Like a Seahorse

Dad Like a Seahorse

Elisabeth Harrod

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 Bandhttp://www.simredmondband.com/

DLAS: Season 3 Episode 7: Uncommon Dad Robert Bill Jr: The Greatest Thing I Never Knew I Needed- The Birth of My Son

DLAS: Season 3 Episode 7: Uncommon Dad Robert Bill Jr: The Greatest Thing I Never Knew I Needed- The Birth of My Son

Send us a textRobert 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 cultivated an energy field that people want to be near and to learn how to get there for themselves. Check out The Dad Work Co

Jan 17, • 41:11

DLAS Season 3 Episode 6: My Conversation w/ Disciplined Dad Chris Rodack talks about the Importance of Failure and why "The Best Never Rest"

DLAS Season 3 Episode 6: My Conversation w/ Disciplined Dad Chris Rodack talks about the Importance of Failure and why "The Best Never Rest"

Send us a textCoach, 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 with Dads you know. Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy o

Dec 16, 2024 • 37:47

DLAS Season 3 Episode 6: My awesome conversation with Chris

DLAS Season 3 Episode 6: My awesome conversation with Chris

Dad of 2 kids.Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certified Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) Practitioner Parents, Rethink Unconditional Love: TheWalletStory 207 N Geneva St. (By appointment) Ithaca NY Email Website Facebook Dad Like a Seahorse Podcast 607-280-3198 (Talk/Text) In-person (Outdoor/Indoor) & Virtual Sessions Anytime that works for your schedule (Weekdays/Evenings/Weekends) "One gener

Dec 15, 2024 • 37:47

DLAS Season 3 Episode 5: Father's Guild Dad Pat Barber's No Yelling Challenge

DLAS Season 3 Episode 5: Father's Guild Dad Pat Barber's No Yelling Challenge

Send us a textIn 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 the tools in his toolbox, and what he does instead. https://www.instagram.com/thefathersguild/Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Ce

Nov 12, 2024 • 56:03

DLAS Season 3 Episode 3: PART 2 of My Amazing Conversation with Alex Trippier: The Power of Packing

DLAS Season 3 Episode 3: PART 2 of My Amazing Conversation with Alex Trippier: The Power of Packing

Send us a textIn 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 Mums to step back and to no longer be in charge.   The 'instinct' is for the Mum to "own the problems," whe

Oct 11, 2024 • 30:34

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

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

Send us a textI 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 children. He is showing up. Listen up, folks. This is a wise and important conversation. Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6)

Sep 10, 2024 • 56:17

DLAS Season 3 Episode 2: My Awesome Conversation with Dad Neil Levine Whose Wife Wrote the Book BoyMom

DLAS Season 3 Episode 2: My Awesome Conversation with Dad Neil Levine Whose Wife Wrote the Book BoyMom

Send us a textHello 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.htmlI 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 sons! My conversation with Neil Levine is so wonderfully engaging. He grew up in the north of London and moved to the Bay Area after his first son was bo

Jul 31, 2024 • 41:25

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

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

Send us a textIn 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 works for them. You'll hear about The Happiest Baby on the Block (a new one for me) and the 5 S's. 1st S: Swaddling2nd S: Side/Stomach3r

Jul 8, 2024 • 43:45

New Season 3 Theme Song!

New Season 3 Theme Song!

Send us a textThis 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) Practitioner Parents, Rethink Unconditional Love: TheWalletStory 207 N Geneva St. (By appointment) Ithaca NY Email Website Facebook Dad Like a Seahorse Podcast

Jun 25, 2024 • 1:15

DLAS Season 2 Episode 12: Purpose Driven Fathers Dad Stephen Lloyd on Taking Risks and Giving it a Go

DLAS Season 2 Episode 12: Purpose Driven Fathers Dad Stephen Lloyd on Taking Risks and Giving it a Go

Send 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-long road trip across Australia, they family decided to become self-directed learners and excel in their chosen passions.  Elisabeth Harrod, B

Jun 8, 2024 • 33:00

DLAS Season 2 Episode 11: A Dad Lifting Dads Daniel Franco shares the moment he remembers becoming a dad

DLAS Season 2 Episode 11: A Dad Lifting Dads Daniel Franco shares the moment he remembers becoming a dad

Send us a textIn 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 International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certified Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) Practitioner Parents, Rethink Unconditional Love: TheWalletStory 2

May 13, 2024 • 50:47

Season 2 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: My deeply wise, rich, thoughtful conversation with visual artist, songwriter, poet Dad Chad Elliott

Season 2 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: My deeply wise, rich, thoughtful conversation with visual artist, songwriter, poet Dad Chad Elliott

Send us a textThis 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?). Hear about Chad's children's book of stories and gorgeous, bold artwork Wilderman's Treetop Tales be moved by his original poem. Listen t

Apr 8, 2024 • 44:50

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

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

Send us a textJoe 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 expectations. Any dad who wants to increase their confidence, any dad who is wondering about how the court system works for dads, any dad who want

Mar 14, 2024 • 44:03

Season 2 Episode 8: My conversation with JP Payton about being inspired by strong women & the importance of presence

Season 2 Episode 8: My conversation with JP Payton about being inspired by strong women & the importance of presence

Send us a textIn 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 parenting in blended families. Check out this moving, meaningful conversation. Share it with people in your life who will find themselves within it. Elis

Feb 11, 2024 • 31:59

DLAS Season 2 Episode 7: My conversation with Dr. Bill Thomas about Bossy Dads & Guardrails

DLAS Season 2 Episode 7: My conversation with Dr. Bill Thomas about Bossy Dads & Guardrails

Send us a textDr. 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 innovators” changing the future of retirement in America and US News and World Report named him to its list of “America’s best leaders.” I would love for you

Jan 8, 2024 • 40:54

Season 2 Episode 6. My Conversation with Sober Dad Crew Podcaster Stephen Kimball about Dad Mistakes & Bending a lot of Nails

Season 2 Episode 6. My Conversation with Sober Dad Crew Podcaster Stephen Kimball about Dad Mistakes & Bending a lot of Nails

Send us a textIn 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 his own dad, and how he navigated the transition to being a single dad all the way through his recent marriage and what he's learned abo

Dec 9, 2023 • 37:59

Season 2 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse, Dads Don't Babysit. My incredible conversation with Nate Feathers

Season 2 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse, Dads Don't Babysit. My incredible conversation with Nate Feathers

Send us a textParents, 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 making these changes in his own family, but he shares his wisdom and encouragement to Dads all over the globe on his Instragram Dads Don't Babys

Nov 8, 2023 • 39:06

Season 2 Episode 4 Dad Like a Seahorse, Letting Yourself Off the Hook by Being your Child's Witness

Season 2 Episode 4 Dad Like a Seahorse, Letting Yourself Off the Hook by Being your Child's Witness

Send us a textThis 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 way. Pour yourself a cup of tea or a cold beer and sit down for 40 minutes that will sing to your spirit. Be sure to listen all the way thro

Oct 13, 2023 • 50:20

Season 2 Episode 3 Dad Like a Seahorse, the Importance of Connection through Play

Season 2 Episode 3 Dad Like a Seahorse, the Importance of Connection through Play

Send us a textIn 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, Jason transitioned from the workplace to the home classroom and became the primary teacher & daily adult presence in his kids' lives.

Sep 8, 2023 • 48:37

Season 2 Episode 2 Dad Like a Seahorse, The Family that Skates Together Stays Together

Season 2 Episode 2 Dad Like a Seahorse, The Family that Skates Together Stays Together

Send us a textIn 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 an episode to listen to and take notes. Doug is nailing this whole Dad thing!Elisabeth Harrod is the Parent Coach at Purpose Parenting. She h

Aug 8, 2023 • 40:09

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

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

Send us a textfDad 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 Wilde aka "Zeke" (14 months). We talk about Garrett's relationship to his farm and to his kids. How his early life without a dad is s

Jul 8, 2023 • 1:02:52

Season 1 Episode 12 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jochen Genschel & The Importance of being part of a Team

Season 1 Episode 12 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jochen Genschel & The Importance of being part of a Team

Send us a textIn 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 he learned along the way about seeing the world through his son's eyes, which meant riding a lot of buses and watching airplanes. Join

Jun 9, 2023 • 42:28

Season 1 Episode 11 Dad Like a Seahorse: Ian Tompkins & the importance of being present as a Dad

Season 1 Episode 11 Dad Like a Seahorse: Ian Tompkins & the importance of being present as a Dad

Send us a textIan 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 meaningful conversation. Enjoy!Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of

May 8, 2023 • 34:34

Season 1 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: Todd Elizalde's Journey as a Dad and the importance of Quantity over Quality Time

Season 1 Episode 10 Dad Like a Seahorse: Todd Elizalde's Journey as a Dad and the importance of Quantity over Quality Time

Send us a textIn 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 Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certified Quantum E

Apr 8, 2023 • 40:24

Season 1 Episode 9 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jonathan Byrd's Son, Puzzles & Sushi

Season 1 Episode 9 Dad Like a Seahorse: Jonathan Byrd's Son, Puzzles & Sushi

Send us a textIn 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 be from Jonathan's own teen years in school. We explore the intersection of Physics & Philosophy. You'll get a to hear Rowan's s

Mar 8, 2023 • 36:07

Season 1 Episode 8 Dad Like a Seahorse: Mike Weaver's Journey as a Step-dad & how being a Shepherd changed his parenting

Season 1 Episode 8 Dad Like a Seahorse: Mike Weaver's Journey as a Step-dad & how being a Shepherd changed his parenting

Send us a textMike 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) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certified Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) Practitioner Parents, Ret

Feb 8, 2023 • 52:43

Season 1 Episode 7: Joe Crookston's Journey as a Dad: The Importance of Tin Snips

Season 1 Episode 7: Joe Crookston's Journey as a Dad: The Importance of Tin Snips

Send us a textJoe 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 of Joe's journey as a dad. Elisabeth Harrod, B. A. Elementary Education (K-6) Certified Parent Coach Member of International Academy of Collabora

Jan 8, 2023 • 44:12

Season 1 Episode 6: Ian Shapiro & his daughter talk about Dadding

Season 1 Episode 6: Ian Shapiro & his daughter talk about Dadding

Send us a textIan 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 this special episode, I talk not only to Ian about his journey as a father, but also to one of his daughters, Tamir Shapiro. So amazing to hear Ian&a

Dec 9, 2022 • 46:17

Season 1 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse: Matt Jarmen's Journey as a Self-directed Education Dad

Season 1 Episode 5 Dad Like a Seahorse: Matt Jarmen's Journey as a Self-directed Education Dad

Send us a textIn 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 with the resources and social support they need to make self-directed education an accessible education option. He is also the dad of two young daughters.

Nov 8, 2022 • 45:40

Season 1 Episode 4: Austin MacRae's Journey as a Stepdad

Season 1 Episode 4: Austin MacRae's Journey as a Stepdad

Send us a textIn 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 award-winning albums. He is currently working on a collection of songs about being a step-dad. In this moving conversation, you'll hear about Austin&

Oct 8, 2022 • 40:29

Season 1 Episode 3: Jon Camp talks about his journey as a father and how his "fathering" has changed over the years.

Season 1 Episode 3: Jon Camp talks about his journey as a father and how his "fathering" has changed over the years.

Send us a textIn 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 would that look like? Jon Camp was born in Seattle, Washington and spent years moving around the country. After receiving a bachelor's degree in Po

Sep 9, 2022 • 41:21

Season 1 Episode 2: Fred Peretz Cohn's Journey as a Dad

Season 1 Episode 2: Fred Peretz Cohn's Journey as a Dad

Send 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 Paris. He lived in New York City (1979-2002) before moving to Ithaca, NY. His artwork is an extension and reflection of the natural world. He creates t

Aug 15, 2022 • 36:15

Season 1 Episode 1: Nate Silas Richardson's Journey as a Dad

Season 1 Episode 1: Nate Silas Richardson's Journey as a Dad

Send us a textIn 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 toured internationally with Sim Redmond Band, Samite of Uganda, Dr. Bill Thomas's 'Age of Disruption Tour', Ten Foot Ganja Plant &

Jul 8, 2022 • 1:04:52

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