Things My Dad Said
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.
Episodes
16 episodes
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, a new world opened for them - one with a f...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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24:17
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 underserved communities, his quiet leader...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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23:07
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, Harold, along with his three siblings. In th...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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25:16
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 recollections about her Dad, Bob, inc...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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24:55
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 her mom and dad, Ricky, was full of family, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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39:35
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 knew to always expect the unexpected when it...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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20:09
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 reflect on their experiences growing up in differen...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:17
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 sister-in-law Melissa). Chad's story is one of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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24:49
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 never thank her Dad enough for! Life is always ch...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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33:08
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 us as we hear her journey from coast to coast...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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29:25
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 early relationship and adaptations made to ac...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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21:22
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 talks candidly about the large shadow his da...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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