Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast
🎙️ Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast What does it mean to be ladylike, really? Hosted by Anton Rieke, Ladylike is a podcast born from one dad’s mission to raise his daughter with role models who lead with heart, grit, and grace. In each episode, Anton spends time learning from a remarkable woman, sitting down for a deep conversation about her journey. From bakers to business owners, athletes to artists, these women are rewriting the rules of what it means to be strong, skilled, and “ladylike.” Episodes end with a letter to Anton’s daughter, Drew, reflecting on the lessons learned from each gue...
Anton Rieke - Podcast Host
In this special solo episode of Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast, I turn the mic on myself. No guests. No safety net. Just the real story of why I started this show, the lessons fatherhood has forced me to learn, and the women who shaped me when I needed it most.
From botched car seat installs to 3am feedings, from my foster son’s court case to the smallest “dad wins” that made me feel like a superhero—this is the most honest I’ve ever been about the journey I’m on as a husband, father, and storytel...
Erin Nutting - Small Town to Something New
Erin Nutting is 37 weeks pregnant, 10,000 followers deep on TikTok, and honest about everything—from her Texas roots to her CPS work, content creation, faith, and becoming a first-time mom. This episode is about what we hope our daughters inherit, and the strength it takes to build a life you’re proud of.
Anna Rieke - Drew's Mom - The First Chapter of Drew (6 Month Reflection)

Six months ago, my daughter Drew was born—and so was this podcast. In that time, my wife Anna and I have been learning how to raise a baby, how to stay connected as partners, and how to build something meaningful—both at home and in this show.
So today, we’re sitting down together to reflect on what the last six months have taught us. About parenthood. About marriage. About identity. About creating something that matters while raising someone who matters even more.
This episode includes a special “Baby Book” segment, where we answer questions...
Courtlynn Byargeon -Lovelily Flowers: Florals, and Fierce Love

Courtlynn Byargeon is a floral designer, foster and adoptive mother, and the creative heart behind Lovelily Flowers. In this episode of Ladylike, we talk about the beauty and complexity of building a family through fostering, adoption, and faith-filled commitment. Courtlynn opens up about what it means to love a child whose future isn’t guaranteed, the legacy of being raised by teen parents, and how those experiences shaped her view of motherhood.
We also dive into her journey as a young entrepreneur: what it takes to start a floral design company from scratch, why intentionality matters, and th...
Lauren Mahesri, RDN: Grit, Grace, Nutrition

This week on Ladylike, I join Lauren Mahesri, RDN, aka The Pediatric Dietitian, for a conversation about nutrition and bridging worlds with grace.
Lauren shares openly about her cross-cultural marriage, how she helps kids and parents build healthy relationships with food, and the ways she’s building a business that’s both personal and practical.
Whether you're a parent, a partner, or just someone trying to eat less chicken nugget crusts off your kid’s plate, this one’s for you.
Callie Watson: Sweetness That Stays

Episode Description:
Callie Watson is the founder of Hey Honey, a Southern-inspired bakeshop built on heritage, heart, and showing up for people.
In this episode of Ladylike, we kick things off by decorating a cake together—which was humbling (for me) and hilarious (for both of us). But what followed was even better: a rich, emotional conversation about leaving home, building community from scratch, and how the quiet, consistent work of showing up can change everything.
Callie shares stories about the women who raised her, the traditions that shaped her, and how her business be...
Dr. Katie Rose: Clinical by Training, Compassionate by Choice

In this first episode of Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Katie Rose, a clinical psychologist, foster care advocate, and mom to a child with special needs.
We talk about what it means to hold space for trauma, both professionally and personally. From helping teens navigate mental health to raising her own son through feeding tubes and loud, messy mornings, Katie shares what it looks like to love without shutting down.
This episode isn’t built around dramatic storytelling. It’s about steadiness. The kind of compassion that isn’t soft or per...
Welcome to Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast

Welcome to Ladylike: The Girl Dad Podcast—a show born from one simple question:
“What do you hope your daughter inherits from you?”
In this introductory episode, I share the heart behind the podcast, the moment that sparked its creation, and what you can expect from each conversation. This isn’t a show about having answers. It’s a show about listening—deeply, honestly—to remarkable women who are redefining what it means to be ladylike.
Each episode features a hands-on challenge, a raw and meaningful interview, and a closing letter to my daughter, Drew. Because...