Think you have to live close to your grandkids to make an impact? Think again. In this episode, Rivers sits down with endurance athlete + grandpa of 12, Ken Walters, to talk about being a remote grandparent, using FaceTime & spontaneous travel to stay close, why endurance sports became a metaphor for life, and how he intentionally shows up — even from states away. This conversation is warm, hopeful, and full of “slow down & love them” wisdom every grandpa needs.

Singer-songwriter Jen Blosil joins The Grandpa Channel to talk faith, family, and what it really means to connect across generations. From awkward grandpa hugs to heartfelt advice for rekindling relationships, Jen reminds us that love often looks like showing up — even when you don’t know what to say.

What does it really mean to show up as a grandparent to an autistic grandchild? In this deeply thoughtful and practical episode, Steve Harris (aka “Rivers”) talks with Jennifer Kaufman, author of Grandparenting on the Spectrum and longtime principal of an autism-focused school. Jennifer shares insights from both her professional life and her personal experience as the grandmother of a child on the spectrum. This conversation is full of heart, wisdom, and practical tips for any grandparent—or anyone—wanting to love better.

Everyone’s got a flub they’ll never forget. In this solo episode, Rivers (aka Steve Harris) shares the time he thought he was major league-bound... until he airmailed a ball into right field and watched his coach hurl a mitt into the fence. It’s a story about confidence, embarrassment, and the kind of failures you don’t edit out—because they end up being the ones you remember.

In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve Harris sits down with long-time friend Steve Grigg, son of Nephi Grigg, one of the founders of Ore-Ida and the inventor of the Tater Tot. But this isn’t just a food history story. It’s a deeply personal look at family legacy preservation, the evolution of grandparent family traditions, and the quiet superpowers grandfathers pass down through the generations.

Jim McCrea didn’t have the picture-perfect childhood. He didn’t have perfect parents. He didn’t meet one of his grandfathers until he was a teenager. And yet—he became the kind of grandfather who tells the truth, makes room for the mess, and believes peace isn’t passive. In this unfiltered conversation, Jim shares the stories that shaped him—from a rocky relationship with his mother, to his deep bond with his war-hero father, to the hard-earned lessons he now passes on to his grandchildren. This episode isn’t about having it all together. It’s about choosing presence when life doesn’t make sense. It’s about building legacy through honest storytelling, not highlight reels. For grandpas, soon-to-be-grandpas, and the grandkids who are trying to remember what mattered most—this one’s for you. Note: Contains a few unfiltered moments and light swearing.

Newly minted grandpa Scott Becker meets twins Jack and Iris and feels something he did not expect - not the weight of responsibility, but the joy of a new role. He calls it the moon role. Not center stage, always present. We talk long distance grandparenting that actually lands, why presence beats perfection, and how stories become the bridge when miles get in the way.

From a stage-4 cancer diagnosis to climbing park steps with his grandsons, Frank Malizia’s story is one of grit, faith, and gratitude. In this episode, Frank shares how his grandkids became his greatest gift—and how an unforgettable moment meeting the Pope changed his life forever.

What does a lasting family legacy look like in real life? In this moving conversation, Lee Crayk shares grandpa stories that model Christ-centered grandparenting: from writing letters to grandkids at graduation, to creating safety and stability for kids, to letting kids fail safely so resilience can grow. Lee opens up about coping with the loss of a parent, the mentors who redirected his path, long-distance grandparenting that still feels close, and the small, everyday choices that say “you belong.” If your heart beats for faith and family, this episode will give you simple ways to show up, speak life, and pass on a legacy that lasts.

What makes a grandpa unforgettable? In this heartwarming episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve Harris sits down with financial planner and devoted grandpa Dennis Bledsoe to explore the true legacy of grandparents. From passing down faith and resilience through family traditions to sharing pioneer stories that inspire gratitude, Dennis reveals how grandpas can build deep grandchildren connections that last for generations.

What if the moments your kids or grandkids remember most aren’t the big vacations, the perfect holidays, or the expensive gifts… but the goofy games you made up in the living room? In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve Harris talks with Mollie Diamond about her dad, Wid — a grandpa who turned ordinary evenings into magic. From “Poison Pillow” battles to the game of “Duddo” to a pretend snow-removal business, Wid showed his family that presence over perfection creates the kind of joy that lasts for generations.

What does being a good grandparent really mean? In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve “Rivers” Harris talks with Kyle Winther about how to be a good grandpa—from quiet dignity and family road trips to showing up with presence and patience. A heartfelt look at the everyday legacy of being grandparents.

What happens when faith, humor, and one-on-one time come together in grandparenting? In this heartfelt episode, Lee Ann Meads — our very first grandma guest — shares how she and her husband created Gramp Camp, why unique nicknames for grandparents matter, and how to help kids see the hand of God in their daily lives.

From growing up in a tar-paper shack during the Great Depression to building a family legacy of love, laughter, and green onion sandwiches, Stanley Lear’s 94 years are a masterclass in humility, gratitude, and joy. In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Stanley shares his funniest family jokes, stories of deep connection, and the simple recipe he lives by: keep smiling.

Grief process, faith and family, and the guardian angel moments that keep us close. Turn family history into a life story book kids will treasure.

Art Brothers shares powerful grandpa stories of survival, resilience, and faith — from his mother’s haunting experiences in the Dutch Hunger Winter to the lessons of love and presence he now passes to his own grandchildren.

In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve Harris, aka Rivers, sits down with his cousin Brian Golding to explore how mentorship shows up in surprising ways — like mountain biking with grandkids. From coaching on the trails to creating space for listening and family connection, Brian shares how presence over perfection shapes his legacy as a grandpa.

Sometimes wisdom doesn’t come from grandpas alone. In this moving conversation, Rivers sits down with Mike Matthews to hear the extraordinary story of his grandmother, Eileen — a woman whose quiet presence, deep listening, and love created powerful family connections that rippled far beyond her own family. From holiday visits to six years (& beyond) of the famous “Grandma Stand” in New York City, Eileen transformed strangers’ lives with empathy, vulnerability, and the gift of listening and understanding. This is a conversation about how grandparents — grandmas and grandpas alike — can embrace presence over perfection, and how one voice of love can inspire intimacy, healing, and hope. 👉 Whether you’re a grandparent, parent, or grandchild, this episode is a reminder: sometimes the most powerful gift is simply to sit, listen, and say, “Tell me more.” Follow the adventures of the Grandma Stand and the Grandmothers on rotation on Instagram @grandmastand

Doug Matsumori never set out to be “the perfect grandpa.” Instead, he’s learned that love, listening, and consistency mean far more than perfection ever could. In this warm and honest episode of The Grandpa Channel, Doug and his wife Michi’s story unfolds—a story of faith and family, of quiet strength, and of showing up for seven kids and a growing crew of grandkids. From the laughter of family farms and white asparagus harvests, to lessons in legacy, patience, and faith—Doug shares what it means to be a patriarch: not in title, but in love. This is a conversation about being steady, being real, and discovering that the greatest superpower a grandparent can have is the ability to stay consistent through it all.

Why honesty is important isn’t just a lesson for kids — it’s a foundation for family, integrity, and morals. In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, beloved coach and grandfather Jack Peck shares why honesty, gratitude, and integrity matter more than ever in raising the next generation. Jack reflects on his father’s example of unwavering truth, his own journey as a football coach who built character first, and the funny, heartfelt moments that come with raising five children and loving 20 grandchildren. From teaching kids what integrity means to showing up in the stands year after year, Jack proves that being grateful and thankful is not only polite — it’s life-shaping. If you’ve ever asked yourself why honesty is important in family life, how to weave integrity and morals into parenting, or why gratitude matters, this episode will leave you nodding, laughing, and inspired to live with a little more truth and a lot more thanks. 🎧 Listen now — and maybe tell someone today: I’m grateful and thankful for you.