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Fatherhood Field Notes is where we hear real stories from real men living real lives every week. Fatherhood is not only about being a dad, it incorporates providing and serving a home, loving and serving a spouse, engaging and serving in a community, as well as intentionally serving your children. Fatherhood is an adventure, one full of fun, wild, and messy stories. In this podcast, we will hear stories from real men who have found themselves living the Adventure of Fatherhood. The Craft of Fatherhood episodes are 5-10 minute episodes where your guide Ned Schaut shares stories on his own fatherhood journey.

Fatherhood Field Notes Ned Schaut

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 68 Ratings

Fatherhood Field Notes is where we hear real stories from real men living real lives every week. Fatherhood is not only about being a dad, it incorporates providing and serving a home, loving and serving a spouse, engaging and serving in a community, as well as intentionally serving your children. Fatherhood is an adventure, one full of fun, wild, and messy stories. In this podcast, we will hear stories from real men who have found themselves living the Adventure of Fatherhood. The Craft of Fatherhood episodes are 5-10 minute episodes where your guide Ned Schaut shares stories on his own fatherhood journey.

    EP 409: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: Week 4: The Serving Father | Craft of Fatherhood

    EP 409: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: Week 4: The Serving Father | Craft of Fatherhood

    Today Ned discusses the evolving landscape of fatherhood, exploring the delicate balance between service and self-care that modern dads navigate. As Ned dissects the societal expectations and personal identities that fathers grapple with, he explains the profound impact these roles have on their relationships and self-perception. This episode challenges traditional notions of what it means to be a father by highlighting the emotional and practical complexities that come with paternal duties. Tune in to hear powerful stories and insights that might just change how you view fatherhood in today’s world.
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK Fitness
    This episode is sponsored by The Adventure of Fatherhood
    Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here
    Check out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?
    https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/
    https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotes
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fatherhoodfieldnotes
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness

    • 9 min
    EP 408 Phillip McMillan: Raising Boys with Character, and How to Create Meaningful Connection with your Kids

    EP 408 Phillip McMillan: Raising Boys with Character, and How to Create Meaningful Connection with your Kids

    Phillip McMillan is here today to explore with Ned the delicate balance between career ambitions and family life. As Phillip shares his personal experiences—from overcoming corporate challenges to attending baseball games and making sure he's present for his children—he explains why it’s so important to be there for your kids, physically present. Phillip beautifully weaves together stories of gates not just as barriers but as openings to richer, lifetime memories with one's children. This conversation provides a lot of wisdom and anyone looking to deepen their familial connections while navigating the complexities of modern life should tune in. You’ll be encouraged to create spaces in their lives where true bonds can flourish. Listen now to discover how embracing these roles can transform everyday challenges into opportunities for growth and joy within the family unit.
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK FitnessThis episode is sponsored by The Adventure of FatherhoodOrder The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book hereCheck out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness

    • 53 min
    EP 407: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: Week 3: Connected | Craft of Fatherhood

    EP 407: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: Week 3: Connected | Craft of Fatherhood

    Ned opens up about forming deeper connections with our kids beyond the surface level. By sharing personal experiences and reflective questions, he challenges the conventional paradigms of parenting, urging dads to transcend traditional roles and engage more meaningfully with their family. Whether it's rethinking how to wake up your kids or the way you step into a room, you’re invited to reconsider what it means to be truly present and engaged as a dad. This episode isn't just about fatherly advice—it's a call to action for you to cultivate a more fulfilling and impactful relationship with the children in your lives. Tune in to discover how you can transform everyday interactions into lasting bonds that nurture and inspire!
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK Fitness
    This episode is sponsored by The Adventure of Fatherhood
    Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here
    Check out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?
    https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/
    https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotes
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fatherhoodfieldnotes
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness

    • 12 min
    EP 406 Rodrigo Hollanda: Crossfit Dad, Challenge your Kiddos, and Preparing for Life Choices

    EP 406 Rodrigo Hollanda: Crossfit Dad, Challenge your Kiddos, and Preparing for Life Choices

    Rodrigo Hollanda is here discussing his journey from a fitness fanatic to a playful parent. Rodrigo opens up about his philosophy of making fitness a fun and integral part of family life, explaining how challenges can be transformative, profound, and why incorporating them into parenting is crucial for raising resilient children. His unique approach blends rigorous CrossFit routines with the tenderness of fatherhood, revealing how personal growth and parenting can coexist beautifully. Tune in to hear Rodrigo’s secrets to nurturing a loving, energetic family environment where everyone thrives together.
    LINKS:
    LinkedIn
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK FitnessThis episode is sponsored by The Adventure of FatherhoodOrder The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book hereCheck out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness

    • 46 min
    EP 405: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: WEEK2: You are Generous | Craft of Fatherhood

    EP 405: 13 Week Series on the Character Traits and Identity of a Father: WEEK2: You are Generous | Craft of Fatherhood

    Ned takes us on an exploration of the permanent mark generosity leaves on the canvas of fatherhood. Ned shares his personal journey and revelations, shedding light on how being a generous father goes beyond mere acts of kindness. He talks about the powerful notion that generosity, rooted deeply in identity, influences the very fabric of our legacy. With a voice tempered by experience and the warmth of genuine insight, Ned shines a light on the path to understanding fatherhood as a big adventure in generosity—a journey where giving becomes the heartbeat of familial bonds and the blueprint for generations to come. Through stories and reflections, this episode invites fathers everywhere to consider how their daily actions of generosity craft a legacy of love, strength, and guidance, echoing into the lives of their children and beyond.Tune in to hear this intimate exploration of what it means to be a truly generous father, and discover the incredible impact it has on shaping the future.
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK Fitness
    This episode is sponsored by The Adventure of Fatherhood
    Order The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book here
    Check out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?
    https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/
    https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotes
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fatherhoodfieldnotes
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness

    • 13 min
    EP 404 Ron Naulls: A Father's Fight for Family and Freedom

    EP 404 Ron Naulls: A Father's Fight for Family and Freedom

    Ron Naulls, an attorney and loving father, has been through harrowing adversity. Hearing his story will reshape your understanding of strength, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of fatherhood. Ron shares the unimaginable challenges he has faced, including a high-stakes legal battle that threatened to tear his family apart. Ron's story is a testament to the power of faith, the importance of perseverance, and the profound impact of a father's love and leadership. You’ll learn how the role of spirituality in family unity, and the crucial balance between discipline and understanding played a big part in him getting through those tough times. Ron offers insights that resonate with anyone navigating the complex waters of parenthood. Join us as we explore how adversity can forge unbreakable bonds and illuminate the path to profound personal growth and familial harmony.
    Links:
    Ron NaullsNaulls Legal GroupThe Audacity of Dope and Perseverance by Ron Naulls
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    Transform Your Body with Ned & RUK Fitness: RUK FitnessThis episode is sponsored by The Adventure of FatherhoodOrder The Adventure of Fatherhood children's book hereCheck out the TEDx
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    Want to learn more about The Adventure of Fatherhood?https://www.adventureoffatherhood.com/https://www.rebelandcreate.com/
    Each week Ned sits down with a dad and asks him to open up his field notes and share with other men who find themselves on the Adventure of Fatherhood.
    Follow us:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate 
    Mentioned in this episode:
    RUK Fitness
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Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
68 Ratings

68 Ratings

Kyler McCarty ,

Amazing show!!

I’m a father of 6 kids, 2 months to 10 years old, member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I love this show! Super inspiring and motivating. I saved my favorite episodes so I can re listen any time I need to refocus. Thank you!

FunkyCold ,

Privileged to be a guest

When Ned first asked me to join his podcast, I was super nervous. What do I know about being a dad? Ned instantly made me feel comfortable, and with his easygoing style and great wisdom (along with help from God through a lot of prayer), we had an amazing conversation that I think will encourage a lot of dads out there. I highly recommend this podcast!

Redondo Beach Sportfishing ,

A dads must listen

It’s so nice to hear a fathers side of being a father. So often we don’t talk or hear about the behind the scenes of being a father. This podcast lets you hear more about the nitty gritty of being a father!

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