023 How to Be a Good Grandpa | Quiet Dignity, Road Trips & Legacy with Kyle Winther
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What does being a good grandparent really look like? In this heartfelt episode of The Grandpa Channel, host Steve “Rivers” Harris sits down with his longtime friend Kyle Winther to explore what it means to show up for your family.
Kyle shares lessons from his 93-year-old father, the importance of being grandparents who create road trip memories, and the quiet legacy of his Norwegian grandfather. You’ll hear why being a good grandpa isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, patience, and stories that last.
Tune in for:
How to be a good grandparent without overthinking it
The “quiet dignity” every family notices
Making family road trip memories your grandkids will treasure
Passing on values and humor through everyday moments
Why imperfect storytelling is still legacy-building
🎧 Listen now to discover practical wisdom and encouragement for your own grandparenting journey.
✍️ Show Notes HighlightsGrowing up in Murray, Utah & raising a family nearby
Kyle’s father: a model of “quiet dignity”
Grandparenting across generations (from sleigh rides to road trips)
The mechanic grandpa who taught by doing
Norwegian ancestry, handwritten journals & family photos
How to be a good grandparent by simply being there
The superpower every grandpa already has
Advice for grandpas who want to improve
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