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EPISODE · Dec 2, 2025 · 37 MIN

043 The Book She Wrote with Her Grandson (from 10,000 Miles Away) with Kathy Nunn

from The Grandpa Channel: What Life Taught The Hard Way · host with Steve Harris – Real Talk, Real Laughs & the Real Grandparent Life

In this heartfelt and history-rich episode, Rivers (Steve Harris) interviews Kathy Nunn, a retired educator and author living in Melbourne, Australia. Kathy shares her journey from Wales to Papua New Guinea to Australia — and the beautiful creative project she completed with her grandson: co-authoring a book inspired by Welsh legends. In this episode, you’ll hear: How Kathy and her grandson co-wrote The Welsh Warrior’s Wonder Why everyday stories from your past matter more than you think A fascinating legend about Welsh explorers arriving in America before Columbus How to pass down ancestral heritage through story and imagination The emotional ripple effect of engaged grandparenting Why “boring” memories are actually gold to your grandkids Whether you're a grandparent, a parent, or someone who values legacy, this episode is a warm invitation to capture and share the stories that connect us across generations. 👀 Mentioned in this episode: Kathy’s pen name: Ariane Wen Nunn The Mandan Tribe and Welsh coracles Kathy’s upcoming plan to write a book with her granddaughter, too And a whole lot of Grandpa Channel heart. Link to Kathy's Book she wrote with her grandson 📥 Want more ideas to connect with your grandkids? Download our free guide: “Steal Our Best Plays: 10 Ways to Connect with Your Grandkids” —  🎧 Listen now and be inspired to tell (or write!) your story.

When Kathy Nunn’s grandson asked her to write a book with him for his seventh birthday — she said yes. What followed was a transcontinental collaboration between a curious boy and his storytelling Nana that brought Welsh legends, dragons, and ancestry to life. In this episode, Kathy shares how grandparents can build meaningful connections through stories, even from afar.

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