“I can tell you, your dad needs you as much as you need him right now.” — Darren Redmond
“You have to be able to see the whole spectrum of colors if you really want to see, it’s not just black and white.” — Wayne Friedman
In this raw and heartfelt re-broadcast episode, host Reena Friedman Watts and her dad, Wayne Friedman, revisit a powerful conversation with Darren Redmond, a storyteller, podcaster, and advocate for empathy and understanding.
Together, they dive into the complexities of anti-Semitism, the art of storytelling, and the timeless lessons passed down between fathers and children. Darren opens up about his journey through the media world, what he has learned about the fine line between entertainment and truth, and how compassion is key to telling real human stories.
Through laughter, reflection, and deep conversation, this episode explores how authenticity, connection, and courage shape the stories we share and how the wisdom of our parents continues to guide us long after they are gone.
Join Reena, Wayne, and Darren for an intimate look at what it means to listen, learn, and love across generations.
Timestamps
(00:00) Reena welcomes Grandpa Wayne Friedman to Better Call Daddy
(03:12) Reena’s start in radio and working on The Jerry Springer Show
(08:30) Darren’s first steps into performance and storytelling
(12:45) Finding your own voice after working in media
(17:12) Being selective about who edits your story
(23:39) Lessons from Jerry Springer: “Lean into what you love”
(28:48) The art of organic interviews
(30:28) Learning and growing through every guest
(33:22) Creating a podcast with your dad
(38:00) Balancing public and private life in a social media world
(41:31) Reflections on today’s cultural climate
(58:19) Remembering and honoring our fathers
(01:04:01) “One of the greatest things I did in my life was to tell a lie”
(01:16:57) Better Call Daddy: Where parenting meets real-life wisdom
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