Arthur Smith stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his kids. After that we talk about his new book, Reach: Hard Lessons and Learned Truths from a Lifetime in Television and his inspiration to write this book. In addition, Arthur shares some fun stories from his fantastic career and when he got some cool dad cred. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. 

About Arthur Smith

Arthur Smith is the chairman of A. Smith & Co. Productions. He has created or produced literally hundreds of television shows, including Hell's Kitchen, Kitchen Nightmares and American Ninja Warrior. In addition, he has worked on The Titan Games, Welcome to Plathville, Unsung, American Gangster, Trading Spaces, and Paradise Hotel. Smith was inducted into the Realscreen Awards Hall of Fame in 2021. Plus, he was honored as Broadcasting & Cable's "Producer of the Year" in 2020, and has received numerous Emmy Award nominations. In addition to those awards he has received several NAACP Image Awards, and the Critic's Choice Award, among many other industry honors. He has a very interesting career. Therefore, make sure you pick up Arthur’s book, Reach: Hard Lessons and Learned Truths from a Lifetime in Television wherever you purchase books. To get a signed copy dieselbookstore.com/signed-books.

About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 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. Therefore, 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.