In this very first episode of Conversations with Dad, I introduce you to the heart of this podcast—my dad. We talk about who he is, the roles that have shaped his life, and what inspired us to start recording these conversations. From being a devoted husband and father to his deep pride in being a grandfather, my dad shares what matters most to him and what he hopes others might take away from hearing his story.

We touch on the grief he carries after losing my mom, the love of his life, and how he’s trying to keep going one day at a time. You’ll also hear a few laughs—because even in the hard moments, my dad still has a great sense of humor and plenty of stories to tell.

If this podcast were a letter to his family, he says what he’d want us to know—and maybe what he’s never said out loud before.

And please, forgive the editing mishaps! I’m learning as I go, and I promise the technical side will improve. For now, I just hope that hearing his voice helps someone else who’s grieving, aging, or just missing someone they love.