I sat down with Joe Woodard expecting a meaningful conversation, but not one that would stay with me long after it ended. What unfolded was a story about becoming a father in a way he never planned, shaped by loss, timing, and a single moment that changed everything. This piece offers a behind-the-scenes look at that conversation, without giving the full story away. His full feature is coming soon in Elevé.
Haley Kershner
March 17, 2026