Fatherhood Field Notes

Emmy-winning meteorologist and productivity coach Ted Phaeton joins Ned Schaut to unpack the power of intentional fatherhood. Ted shares how boundaries, structure, and seasonal awareness can transfor…

Ned is hitting pause on the podcast—not because he’s stepping away, but because he’s stepping in. In this special episode, he shares why he’s taking a short break to recalibrate, refocus, and make su…

Ned keeps it real in this one—talking about the ups and downs of showing up for your kids. One moment, they’re shutting you out, and the next, you’re catching waves together, having the best conversa…

Ever tried herding cats? That's parenting in a nutshell. Ned talks about the dad-life balancing act, sharing tips on carving out family time amidst the chaos. We're talking planning a family retreat …

This episode of Fatherhood Field Notes features an incredible conversation with Stephen Kaplan—Navy SEAL, leader, business owner, husband, and father. Steve dives into the deep waters of what it mean…

Johnny Nuñez is a dad, fighter, and entrepreneur who joins the podcast to talk about balancing his ambition with being a dad. He shares life lessons from the MMA ring and how he raises honest and str…

Ned discusses the weight of fatherhood decisions, inspired by wisdom from St. Benedict's rule. Drawing on insights from a seasoned guest with over 25 years of fathering experience, Ned tackles the de…

Ned talks with Shawn French, host of The Determined Society Podcast, husband, father, and business owner. Shawn talks about the challenges and rewards of fatherhood, sharing real-life moments that sh…

Ned has three critical questions that he’s reflecting on as a dad and leader: how to protect time, whether success is being pursued in meaningful ways, and how to define success in alignment with cor…

Are your actions driven for identity or from identity? Ned explains how our motives shape the way we show up as fathers, husbands, and leaders. Sharing moments like coaching his son and planning a Di…

Ned sits down with Lawrence Dunning—author, former pro MMA fighter, investor, and intentional father—for an honest conversation about fatherhood, fitness, and focus. Lawrence shares how his journey f…

Ned talks about the responsibility each dad holds for shaping not just their children but future generations. He shares insights on how pausing to reflect and plan for the next year ties into a broad…

Ned interviews Chaz Wolfe, a husband, father of four, and serial entrepreneur, to discuss what it means to take full responsibility for the next 100 years of your family’s legacy. Chaz shares what he…

Ned opens up about the hardships and rewards of being a dad, especially on days when motivation feels really low. He talks about how important it is to lead yourself first so you can effectively lead…

Ned revisits an impactful conversation with Mike Crow, a seasoned father, grandfather, and business coach, who shares timeless wisdom about fatherhood and family life. Together, they talk about impor…

Ned is exploring how the timeless wisdom of St. Benedict, a sixth-century monk, is shaping his approach to fatherhood. He takes us through his morning routines with his son and how reading and discus…

Lane Williams brought the heat on this episode. He opened up his notes on his journey from a tough upbringing and time in prison to becoming the kind of man who’s rewriting his family’s legacy. He sh…

Ned talks about the subtle ways insecurities and coping mechanisms can unintentionally shape the essence of a home. He shares a moment of reckoning when his wife’s reaction made him confront a long-s…

Ned sits down with Locke Haman to discuss the wake-up calls that shaped Locke’s journey as a father and husband. They talk about overcoming self-doubt, building a stronger marriage, and showing up fo…

Ned talks about the role of questions in fatherhood, challenging the "fix-it" mindset that many dads fall into. He shares how asking thoughtful questions can empower kids to think for themselves and …