Things My Dad Said
Elizabeth
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Things My Dad Said is equal parts humor and nostalgia, inviting interesting and entertaining people to share their unique stories and memories about the men (and women) who had the greatest influence on how we navigate the world as adults. This podcast explores traditional and nontraditional influencers and how they communicated their world view, values and cultural norms. Things My Dad Said shows parenthood in a humorous, loving way while it serves to honor and unveil the vital relationships between children and parents, at all stages of life.
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Midseason Break
What a great half-season we’ve had! By the numbers: 15 podcasts, 17 guests, 700 downloads in 200 cities in 40 of the United States in 8 countries in 4 continents! All 5 star ratings on Apple podcasts…
S1E15 Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Welcome to our latest episode where we have the pleasure of learning about John Hagmann, father of Frances Halterman, a retired human resources professional, and Mary Jon Holtzapfel, a retired nurse.…
S1E14 A Tribute to Dad: Part 2
Okay, Things My Dad Said Community, we're back for part 2 of our episode about Dick Trochil, father of TJ Trochil McGreevy and eight other children! We jump back into the conversation with complex…
S1E13 A Tribute to Dad: Part 1
This is a milestone episode - our first ever two-part podcast! This episode is dropping a little earlier in the week than normal to honor what would have been our guests parents 66th wedding…
S1E12 The Daddy We Needed
Hi, I’m Elizabeth, the creator and host of Things My Dad Said! In this episode we take a deep dive into how a broken family became whole again. When Nekedria Perry’s mom met her future husband, Ray,…
S1E11 Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick
This week, we revisit the Drs. Chua - Mindy and Phil - to learn about Phil’s dad, Dr. Domingo Chua, prominent, well respected urologist and father of four. Phil recounts his Dad’s impact on medically…
S1E10 Earning Dad's Respect
This week, we share a conversation with Steve Crowl, an Information Technology professional, proud dad of two grown sons and adoring grandfather. Steve was raised in Weston, WV by his mom and dad,…
S1E9 The Love of Chosen Children
We're so excited about this episode because I reunite with one of my soulmates and friends, Martie Miracle. Martie is a Navy veteran who I met in high school through 4-H in rural West Virginia. Her…
S1E8 Dad's Shadow
This week, we’re bringing the spotlight to North Carolina as we talk with Tina Cheek, a recreation professional who’s preparing to retire this year. Her upbringing as an adored adopted daughter to…
S1E7 An Advocates Daughter: Paying It Forward
Bigger than life! The mouth of a sailor! Not PG! All of these phrases describe the Dad we’re talking about this week. This week we talk to Jamie Selders, a teacher, advocate, and mother of two who…
S1E6 Navigating Life's Changes Together
In this weeks episode, Dr. Catherine Mindy Chua and Dr. Philip Chua share their personal and professional journeys, family dynamics, and the impact of Mindy's dad, George, on their lives. They…
S1E5 My Dad, My Best Friend
What a treat we have this week! Elizabeth talks with Chad Ware, a father of 4, healthcare marketing professional, high school football coach and proud son (not to mention a close connection to her…
S1E4 The Test That Changed Everything
Join us this week as Elizabeth helps her friend and former colleague, Peggy Thorne-Church, unpack a mid-life mystery that changes her family dynamic forever - and gives her a gift that she could…
S1E3 My Two Dads
This week we talk with Elizabeth's bonus daughter, Merrin Ren. She shares a poignant story of her two dads, one African and one Caucasian. Merrin is lucky to have two nurturing and loving dads! Join…
S1E2 No Laughing!
This week, we spend time learning about how a dementia diagnosis affects a father/daughter relationship that was built on whimsical sensibilities and a foundation of humor. Join us as we explore the…
S1E1 Suddenly A Patriarch
In this inaugural episode, we spend time with Elizabeth's dear friend of 20+ years, Kevin Stalnaker. Kevin's father passed suddenly when Kevin was in his early 20's and life was never the same. Kevin…
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One of the sayings I connect deeply with my Dad is “See you later!” He didn’t like the finality of goodbye. That simple phrase and its philosophy is a lesson in itself. Join me, Elizabeth, as I…
Intro to Things My Dad Said podcast
This new podcast is a love letter to those who had the greatest influence on our worldview, values and cultural norms - our families, traditional and non-traditional. Listen, follow and share…
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Things My Dad Said has published 20 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Documentary, Kids & Family.
Things My Dad Said is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 27m.
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