The Cool Grandpa Podcast

By: Greg Payne
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  • This podcast is about the influence that Cool Grandpa's can have on their grandchildren and families. This podcast contains great stories about the influence that grandpas have had on their grandchildren. We also interview grandpas to learn how they are developing and maintaining powerful connections with their grandchildren.
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  • EP - 209 The Sweet Journey of Ricky Dickson

    EP - 209 The Sweet Journey of Ricky Dickson
    Nov 22 2024
    Cool Grandpa Ricky Dickson is joining me to discuss his experience as the CEO of Blue Bell Ice Cream and being a father and a very cool grandpa. Recently, Ricky published his book One Scoop At A Time, which is an excellent book about his time at Blue Bell, from writing a marketing paper for a school project to becoming CEO and guiding Blue Bell through one of its most challenging experiences. Ricky's book combines lessons of leadership, faith, and fun. We talk about how Ricky wrote this book to help tell his story and the story of Blue Bell and, maybe more importantly, as a legacy for his great-grandchildren. We discuss some of Ricky's personal stories, including a turning point in his career when he realized that God's purpose or role for Ricky was more important than a promotion. As a grandfather, Ricky also talks about the importance of one-on-one time with his grandchildren and the special moments they share. Some memorable moments involve ice cream and conversations about listening to God, prompting us about what he wants for us and our lives, and then listening to that prompting and following that message as best we can. As we wrap up our conversation, Ricky shares the 'go to' ice cream flavors that will make you the hit of any holiday or Christmas party you attend. Those flavors are , , and . Do yourself a favor and use one of the links below to check out Ricky's book, One Scoop At A Time. Even if you don't typically read business books, you will enjoy this one, as Ricky is open and honest about what was going on with his time at Blue Bell and with him personally. One of the cool things that you can do now if you live in an area that doesn't sell Blue Bell is order Blue Bell Ice Cream. I have put a direct link to their order page in the links below. Links Use this link to visit Ricky's website: You can check out One Scoop At A Time using this link: You can order Ricky's book from either of the links above, and you can also use this direct link to Amazon to order the book: If you would like to connect and follow Ricky on LinkedIn, you can use this link:
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    53 mins
  • EP - 208 Daddying: More Than Just Fatherhood

    EP - 208 Daddying: More Than Just Fatherhood
    Nov 15 2024
    Allan Shelin from DADvocacy Consulting Group (DCG) joins this week's conversation. We get to know Allan and his experience as both a father and grandfather. Allan also shares his work as a principal at an elementary school in New York City and as an advocate for education and now for Daddys everywhere. We discuss his philosophy on education, the creation of the National Elementary School Center, and the concept of 'daddy' as a nurturing process. We also discuss Allan's challenges in publishing his book on fatherhood. We talk about how great films can impact fostering father-child relationships. He emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with grandchildren. Allan outlines the qualities that children seek in their fathers and grandfathers. Our conversation concludes with insights on grandparenting's evolution and routine's significance in nurturing these relationships. We reflect on the evolution of fatherhood and the importance of relationships across generations. Allan discusses the role of grandfathers and the need for emotional presence. The conversation also highlights the Dadvocacy Consulting Group's mission to support fathers in becoming the dads they aspire to be, as well as insights gained from interviews with fathers about their experiences and challenges. Allan both encourages and challenges fathers to think about how they want to be perceived by their children and to take actionable steps toward that vision. Links Use this link to find out more about the DADvocay Consulting Group: If you would like to follow Allan and his group work on Facebook, Instagram, or X, you can use the links below: You can watch our conversation on YouTube by using this link:
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • EP - 207 Documenting Our Veteran's Stories

    EP - 207 Documenting Our Veteran's Stories
    Nov 8 2024
    Bob Abate is on a mission to listen to and capture the stories of WW II veterans from New York City and the surrounding area. We discuss Bob's memories of being a small boy when World War II ended and the celebrations that were going on around him that he didn't understand at the time but grew to appreciate as he grew older. Bob and I also talk about his early years going through the Naval Academy and his academic career after leaving the Navy. Bob started his passion for collecting veteran stories when he noticed that one individual who had been a heck of an athlete before going to Vietnam was not included in Manhattan University's Hall of Fame. That person is . Through the research and induction comments that Bob made, you are going to enjoy hearing the touching story of how Tyrone's daughter got to know her father, who died when she was just a baby. You will also enjoy hearing about Bob's effort and passion for getting the veterans to tell their stories without editing, polishing, or editorial comments. Their story is THEIR STORY, with all the good and the bad that come from raw memories and places in the heart that only they have known and experienced. Once you have listened to this conversation, I encourage you to share it with your friends and family who are interested in great stories and who might be interested in learning how to capture the memories of family and friends who have served this country. Links Here is Bob's email address should you wish to reach out to him: You can also use this link to hear another great conversation with Bob conducted by the Yonkers Public Library: . You can watch Bob's presentation at the Scarsdale Public Library using this link: .
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    52 mins

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