Jason Zucker sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he wants to teach his kids. In addition Jason shares why he wants his kids to strive for protection. After that Jason talks to me about playing in the NHL. We talk about how he approaches his career each year. In addition, we talk about the great work he is doing with his foundation. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Jason Zucker

Jason Zucker is a professional hockey player and the founder of Give16, an organization committed to sparking positive change. In 2018, Jason’s #Give16 campaign raised over $1.2 million for the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital. As part of their contribution, Jason and his wife, Carly, gifted the Zucker Family Suite and Broadcast Studio, a theater and broadcast studio providing hospital families with fun and therapeutic adventures. In recognition of his leadership qualities and excellence on and off the ice, Jason was awarded the 2019 King Clancy Memorial Trophy—the National Hockey League’s top award for community service. Follow Jason on Instagram and X at @jason_zucker16. Go to give16.com to learn more about his foundation. 

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About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.