17 episodes

You're invited to eavesdrop on conversations with my dad as he tells me wild stories from his youth, life lessons he learned by experience, and the memorable ways God has guided him through it all. A bit of nostalgia, lots of laughter, and some thoughtful inspiration--it's always a great time listening to My Dad's Stories.

My Dad's Stories Emily Roth

    • Kids & Family

You're invited to eavesdrop on conversations with my dad as he tells me wild stories from his youth, life lessons he learned by experience, and the memorable ways God has guided him through it all. A bit of nostalgia, lots of laughter, and some thoughtful inspiration--it's always a great time listening to My Dad's Stories.

    Costumes, Candy, and Haunted Houses, oh MY!

    Costumes, Candy, and Haunted Houses, oh MY!

    Ep. 17: It's the Halloween edition of My Dad's Stories! Dad shares his tales of getting robbed by teenagers, scaring a full movie theater, winning a costume contest, and why he likes haunted houses.

    • 31 min
    Why Beer and Bowling Don't Mix

    Why Beer and Bowling Don't Mix

    Ep. 16: This time around I ask Dad about his first alcoholic drink. We talk about why he was the designated driver for his friends, when he impressed a bartender with his dance moves, and what happens if he has more than one Mai Tai.

    • 43 min
    Adventures in Hawaii

    Adventures in Hawaii

    Ep. 15: Dad has visited Hawaii twice (so far). Once at 16 with his grandmother and 40 years later with Mom. Both trips were filled with memories...scaling a volcano, getting tossed by ocean waves and air turbulence, horseback riding with Shania Twain, and a surprise visit from a humpback whale.

    • 42 min
    The Many Antics of Dad's Family Pets

    The Many Antics of Dad's Family Pets

    Ep. 14: Dad recalls some of his favorite memories with pets, including Jock the toy poodle, Buffy the cocker spaniel, and a tough cat named McKeever. He also shares how he met Archie, a mixed breed dog with a surprising first impression.

    • 40 min
    Shooting Snakes and Playing With Knives

    Shooting Snakes and Playing With Knives

    Ep. 13: When Dad was growing up, every boy had a knife in his pocket and every young man had a rifle hanging in his truck. In this episode, Dad recalls some of his most memorable moments with knives and guns, from how he got the scar on his thumb to the time he may or may not have shot a deer in the knee (we'll never know).

    • 36 min
    Living in The "Dam" Old House

    Living in The "Dam" Old House

    Ep. 12: Little Grandma left her little house to Dad, but it needed some major renovating to catch up to modern times. It was originally housing for workers building the river dam. Dad shares about how the house was moved to its current location, remodeling the house in the middle of winter, what they found in the attic, and surprising encounters with wildlife.

    • 37 min

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