The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 570: The Grandfather Effect | Ted Page, Good Grandpa
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Sep 11, 2025 Join Ted Page, author of *Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood*, as he dives into the often-overlooked role of grandfathers in modern families. Ted shares personal anecdotes highlighting the joys and responsibilities of being a grandparent, urging families to embrace meaningful connections and reduce screen time. He discusses the power of 'forever letters' and the importance of storytelling and outdoor adventures. With humor and heart, Ted makes a compelling case for the unique legacy grandfathers can pass down.
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Chocolate For Breakfast
- Ted Page shares that as a grandpa he gives his grandkids chocolate for breakfast as a way to say "I love you."
- He emphasizes the freedom of grandparenting to enjoy treats without daily parental responsibilities.
Bring Grandparents Into Family Rhythm
- Invite grandparents into family life and intentionally create chances to be together.
- Use FaceTime, texts, and visits to sustain connection when distance prevents regular in-person time.
Internet Is A Grandparent Tool
- Grandparents are the first generation with the internet and can use it to strengthen family bonds.
- Ted Page argues tech can connect long-distance families while enabling more offline time together.
