Fatherhood Field Notes

Ned Schaut opens up about a day that didn’t go as planned—and how that disruption became a powerful reflection on fatherhood. From dealing with work curveballs to showing up for his injured daughter and stranded son, Ned wrestles with what it means to be present, sacrificial, and flexible as a dad. Is your time more important than your spouse’s? Are you truly serving, or subtly seeking credit? Through raw honesty and reflection, Ned encourages fathers to embrace the chaos with grace and lead with quiet strength. This is an invitation to reimagine what service looks like in the everyday moments of fatherhood.Link and Resources: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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned sits down with Dylan Nonaka – Marine veteran, real estate leader, jiu-jitsu coach, and intentional father – to explore the essence of true fatherhood. Dylan shares his journey from military service to mentoring his own sons with unapologetic leadership and tough love. The conversation dives deep into what it means to be a leader at home, how to raise kids to handle adversity, and why equality in parenting isn't always the answer. You’ll walk away fired up to lead your family with more purpose, structure, and love.Links and ResourcesDylan Nonaka’s Real Estate Page at eXp RealtyDylan on LinkedInDylan on Instagram---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned shares a raw and relatable story about a small moment with big impact—forgetting something important to his daughter and reacting in frustration. Through reflection and a powerful late-night chat with fellow dads, Ned dives into the often-overlooked difference between being justified and being effective in our parenting. With authenticity and vulnerability, he challenges fathers to look beyond their own stress and ego to cultivate connection, trust, and tenderness—especially with their daughters. This is a must-listen for any dad who’s ready to show up more intentionally and grow through the everyday moments that matter most.---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned sits down with Darrell Irwin—entrepreneur, father of three, and bold follower of Christ—to explore the deeper calling of fatherhood. Together, they unpack what it truly means to raise children with purpose, legacy, and resilience. Darrell opens up about building a family name that means something, why kindness must be actively demonstrated, and how faith—not fear—drives his parenting philosophy. He shares actionable wisdom on breaking generational cycles, defining family vision, and nurturing purpose in our children. A must-listen for any dad who’s ready to rebel against mediocrity and embrace radical fatherhood with open eyes and an open heart.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrellirwin/?originalSubdomain=uk---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned Schaut unpacks a transformative season of life—what started as an unexpected sabbatical turned into a time of powerful clarity. Ned shares the life-altering experience of attending a five-day Rise of Kings marriage retreat and the decisions that followed: quitting what doesn’t serve and leaning harder into purpose.This episode is for every dad who’s in the thick of it—juggling family, work, and the desire to live with more intention. If you're ready to press pause, realign, and reclaim your role as father and husband, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to lead with heart, grit, and clarity.---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned is joined by Kyle Rodgers—father, veteran, and founder of the Alpha Wave Project. Kyle shares his journey from military missions to his mission at home, raising daughters with peace, intention, and values. He talks about his family’s daily gratitude practice at the dinner table, living as a “standard bearer” of family values, and why knowing your kids deeply matters more than simply loving them. This conversation is full of tools and truths for dads striving to lead their families well.Links:Website: https://www.alphawaveproject.org Instagram: @alphawaveproject---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned opens up about a recent, unexpected sabbatical that offered him deep clarity on life, priorities, and fatherhood. What started as a packed schedule of trips and commitments turned into a heartfelt revelation: even the good things can get in the way of the best things. Ned reflects on time away from his kids, a transformative marriage retreat, and why he stopped sending a weekly text he'd done for a decade. With raw honesty, he encourages fellow fathers to pause, reassess, and realign—because the most powerful legacy you leave isn’t in what you do, but how fully you show up for your family.---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Emmy-winning meteorologist and productivity coach Ted Phaeton joins Ned Schaut to unpack the power of intentional fatherhood. Ted shares how boundaries, structure, and seasonal awareness can transform the way we lead our families. With heart and clarity, Ted opens up about his mission to help high-achieving men take control of their time so they can show up fully in their homes. From practical insights on time management to deep reflections on unconditional love, this conversation is a masterclass in leading with purpose, presence, and legacy. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teens, you’ll walk away with tools to embrace your fatherhood role with clarity and joy.Connect with Ted on LinkedIn---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned is hitting pause on the podcast—not because he’s stepping away, but because he’s stepping in. In this special episode, he shares why he’s taking a short break to recalibrate, refocus, and make sure his best creative energy is first poured into his wife and kids. From moving into a new home to planning adventures with his family, to reevaluating where his time is best spent, Ned is leaning into the very thing he’s been preaching: showing up fully for those placed in his care. He’s not done—far from it. This is just a moment to reset before coming back stronger, with more fire and purpose than ever. Tune in to hear what’s next.---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreate

Ned keeps it real in this one—talking about the ups and downs of showing up for your kids. One moment, they’re shutting you out, and the next, you’re catching waves together, having the best conversation. The key? Keep showing up. He also talks about burning out after pushing too hard and how rest and a good workout can change everything. Simple stuff, but it makes all the difference.---------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----------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. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherhoodfieldnotesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FatherhoodfieldnotesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelandcreateMentioned in this episode:RUK Fitness