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Neil Taft is available for podcast interviews, media appearances, guest articles, and expert commentary on grandparenting, intergenerational relationships, and family connection.

About Neil

Neil Taft is America’s leading voice on intergenerational connection – a published author of four books, keynote speaker, and grandparenting expert with over 40 years of experience helping families bridge the gap between generations.

His message has reached over 2 million people worldwide through viral content, podcast appearances, and live events. In May 2026, Neil will deliver his TEDx talk “The Bridge to Your Grandchildren” at TEDxAirlie in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Featured Media Appearances

The Jack Canfield Podcast
Jack Canfield, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, interviewed Neil at his Author’s Success Retreat. Canfield said: “I think Neil knows more about grandparenting than anybody I’ve ever met.” The conversation reached over 2 million views.

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The Rebel Rootz Show – Evonne Varady

Neil’s answer to one question became a viral moment – 1.9M views on TikTok, 57,589 Instagram likes, 888 comments. The clip on the biggest mistake grandparents make is one of the most-shared grandparenting messages on social media.

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The Cool Grandpa Podcast
Neil appeared twice, introducing his concept of being a “good seer and good sayer” and discussing the realities of grandparents raising grandchildren.

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Blaine Greenfield Webcast – November 2025
Neil discussed his book Caring Grandparents and his journey as an author.

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Grand Magazine
Neil contributed “Do Grandparents’ Rights Even Exist?” – a widely read piece on grandparent legal rights in the United States.

Topics Neil Covers for Media

  • The biggest mistake grandparents make with their grandchildren
  • How to respect parenting styles without losing the relationship
  • Grandparent legal rights across the United States
  • Grandparents raising grandchildren – the full picture
  • Long-distance grandparenting strategies that actually work
  • Building connection across estrangement and family conflict
  • Leaving a legacy that lasts beyond your lifetime

What Journalists and Podcast Hosts Say

“I think Neil knows more about grandparenting than anybody I’ve ever met.”

  • Jack Canfield, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul

“Neil, you have tremendous credibility. There is a lot of them, there”

  • Steve Harrison has helped authors such as Jack Canfield, and Robert Kiyosaki, Rich Dad Poor Dad

Media Assets

Neil’s media kit includes:

  • Professional bios in 50, 100, and 200-word versions
  • High-resolution headshots
  • Book cover images
  • Audience reach data
  • Sample interview questions
  • Speaking testimonials

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Book Neil for Your Media Project

Neil is available for:

  • Podcast and radio interviews
  • Expert commentary for articles and publications
  • Guest articles for family, parenting, and senior living platforms
  • Television and online video appearances
  • Keynotes and workshops – in person and virtual

Get in Touch

Neil Taft
neiltaft@gmail.com | (704) 497-4847 | Leland, North Carolina