

The Happy Pod: Letters from dad - with love
17 snips Aug 23, 2025
Rosie Pawlik, daughter of Buzz Ecker, discusses the heartwarming Dad Letter Project, which provides handwritten notes of love and support to people globally. She shares her treasured memories of receiving letters from her dad, highlighting their profound emotional impact, especially for those grieving. The episode also features Logie, the litter-picking dog, who joyfully fetches trash to help clean our oceans. Additionally, Rosie delves into how cooking classes empower refugees and the resurgence of crafting among Gen Z, showcasing community connection and creativity.
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Daily Letters That Shaped A Childhood
- Buzz wrote almost-daily handwritten letters to Rosie when she was away, giving love and funny stories.
- Rosie kept them and they shaped her sense of being loved and supported.
Why Handwritten Notes Carry Weight
- Handwritten letters feel more permanent and show extra effort compared with digital messages.
- Buzz says that permanence conveys more love than an email or text.
TikTok Sparked A Global Letter Project
- Rosie posted a TikTok offering her dad's letter-writing to strangers and quickly received thousands of requests.
- The Dad Letter Project matched people needing fatherly words with volunteer dad-writers across the US.