The Father & Son Field Guide
The Father and Son Field Guide is a weekly podcast hosted by 8-year-old Walker and his dad, Ryan. Together, they explore big questions, small lessons, and everything in between—from “Why do people quit when things get hard?” to “What does it mean to be brave?” Each 40–45 minute episode is packed with real conversations, laughter, kid-approved jokes, surprising fun facts, and thoughtful reflections on growing up, learning together, and being human. It’s a podcast for curious kids, caring parents, and anyone who loves honest questions and meaningful moments shared around the metaphorical campfire. Whether you’re on a car ride, winding down for bed, or just looking for something uplifting and real, grab your field guide and come along. There’s always something new to discover.
Episodes
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the difference between wants and needs, share some fun facts about black holes, tell some silly jokes, and even chat about Walker's recent trip to the emergency room. A mix of laughs, life lessons, learning, and real-life stories!
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we open up our bird journal and share the different species we’ve spotted right in our own backyard. From bright goldfinches to the colorful Baltimore oriole, we talk about what makes each bird special, why keeping a journal is fun, and how birdwatching brings us closer together as a family. Join us for curious questions, silly jokes, fun facts, and plenty of bird chatter as we kee...
Meet cousins Walker and Shelby as they kick off Cousins and Curiosity! In this first episode, they introduce themselves, share what the podcast is all about, and give you a sneak peek at the big questions and big laughs to come.
Join us on this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide as we dive into the world of fishing! Millie stops by for a chat, and we share jokes, fun facts about fishing, and our favorite catches and stories from the water.
Join us on this adventure as we chat about metal detecting and share the treasures, surprises, and lessons we discover along the way! Millie joins the show today, bringing her own excitement to the hunt, and of course, we’ve got plenty of jokes and a fun fact to share. From history hidden beneath our feet to the joy of exploring as a family, this episode is all about curiosity, discovery, and making memories outdoors!
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, Walker shares all about his first day of school—what he was excited for, what made him nervous, and how it went! We crack a few jokes, share a cool fun fact, and wrap it all up with a special bonus segment featuring Walker’s sister, Amelia.
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the question: What makes a good leader? Ryan and Walker talk about qualities like honesty, courage, and helping others, and what it really means to “lead from the front.” We share examples of leadership from everyday life, from school to sports to family, and even touch on the leadership of George Washington in our fun fact segment. Of course, we keep things light with...
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we put our survival skills — and our imaginations — to the test with a game of “Would You Rather?: Survival Edition.” From choosing between tricky real-life wilderness scenarios to laughing through some totally ridiculous ones, Ryan and Walker explore what they’d do if things got tough (or just plain silly) out in the wild. It’s part problem-solving, part goofiness, and all fun.
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we dive into the meaning of sportsmanship. From staying respectful on the field to learning how to lose with grace and win with humility. Ryan shares lessons from coaching and parenting, while Walker talks about how he shows good sportsmanship in life and sports. We talk about what it means to be coachable, how to handle bad calls from referees, and why having fun should always co...
In this powerful and honest episode, we explore the responsibility that comes with hunting. Walker shares a moment when he had a wild turkey in his sights and almost pulled the trigger. We talk through what he was feeling in that exact moment.
Together, we dive into what it means to harvest an animal with respect, how much work goes into the preparation, and why conservation is such a big part of responsible hunting. From ...
In this episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, we’re talking all about bravery. What it looks like, when we need it, and how it shows up in big and small ways.
Dad shares a powerful story about helping two injured teammates during a deployment, and Walker talks about the time he stood up for a kid being bullied at school. We also explore everyday heroes like firefighters, soldiers, medical professionals, and police officers. We ...
Why do people sometimes quit when things get hard?
In this very first episode of The Father and Son Field Guide, Walker and his dad, Ryan, explore the big question: Why do people sometimes quit when things get tough?
Together, they share personal stories about hard moments, talk about what makes us want to give up, and discover why it’s good to do hard things.
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