Welcome to a heartening episode of the "Powerful Parenting Journey" podcast, where we delve into the art of connection with our special guest, Blake Fleischacker, also warmly known as Blake Fly. As a master in the art of building deep relationships, Blake takes us on an explorative journey through the power of gratitude, especially between parents and their children.

As a distinguished nine-time TEDx speaker, Blake has more to offer than just words; he is the visionary founder of the cherished "Thank You Live" tradition. This annual gathering is his commitment for the next 55 years – bringing together people from his life and network to pause, reflect, and express gratitude for the year's blessings.

In our episode, Blake delves deep into the power of appreciation, emphasizing the importance of showing gratitude to our loved ones now, rather than holding off until it's too late. Blake's unique approach to connection isn't confined to grand gestures; he revels in the nostalgic joy of past experiences and how they can enhance our connections in the present.

A self-confessed nostalgia enthusiast, Blake shares in this podcast how reliving memories can deepen our present relationships and bring a renewed appreciation for our journey. Listeners will also get a glimpse of Blake's personal side, from his affinity for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to the unexpected emotional depth he finds in films like "The Notebook." Even with the intensity of a nine-time TEDx speaker, he reveals a lighter side — like his inability to win a staring contest with his own children.

As an individual who bridges his extraordinary insights from grand stages to the intimate corners of home life, Blake offers a wealth of knowledge, humor, and poignant stories that will resonate with you long after our conversation ends.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a parent, or simply someone seeking to nurture your life's connections, prepare to be moved and motivated by Blake's transformative perspective.

Join us as we step into Blake's world, a place where every connection is an opportunity for something magical.

"Celebrate the progress, the lows, and the highs." - Blake Fly


"Anytime you get brought up in someone's memory, it shows that you were of some significance. You are rememberable." - Stephanie Dove Blake


"We ask parents... What if you begin the conversation around this idea of a project? Meaning, what do you want to say to the world? And what do you want the world to say about you?" - Blake Fly


"Whenever you're having those kinds of conversations with kids, treat them with a level of maturity to expect that they're gonna understand what you're saying to them and that they can have thoughts and opinions around it." - Stephanie Dove Blake


"It's a human thing that when we have the opportunity to thoughtfully put down the devices... we're pretty good at it, and we enjoy it." - Blake Fly


"We live in a world where we are more connected than we ever have been before, but yet we still have a sense of loneliness and disconnection." - Stephanie Dove Blake


"My version of being a good dad is doing something in the present beyond just monetary to leave behind later because technology is now so powerfully built to help us deepen relationships even after we're gone." - Blake Fly