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Who Is Chris Ballew, and How Did He Get to Where He Is Today · Geek at Sea

Caspar Babypants. Raising kids and finding yourself.

Caspar Babypants is an adored Seattle-based musician and a songwriter. Previously known as the lead singer of The Presidents of the USA, he now brings joy to families around town with his whimsical music that is loved by both kids and parents. In this interview, Chris shares his life story, how he came to be known as Caspar, and what lessons he learned…

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Who Is Chris Ballew, and How Did He Get to Where He Is Today at 1:01

Chris always knew that he wanted to make music, and the type of music that matched his personality. He didn't want to maybe put on a costume for anybody. Full answer
What Inspired the Name “caspar Babypants” at 2:40

Caspar was Chri's nickname while performing with Mark Sandman and a band called Morphine in the 1990s. Full answer
What Inspires Caspar's Music Production at 10:36

Caspar wants his music to be playful and stress-free for parents and to help them share a moment of ridiculousness and joy with their kid. Full answer
What Was It Like to Quit MTV and a Million Fans at 13:20

Chris knew that The Presidents was not the gig he wanted, the the allure of TMV and cheering fans was pulling him in. Full answer
What Is the Best Way to Get a Divorce at 15:50

As a couple, you want to get to a point where you are neutralized and are no longer making an emotional decision. Full answer
How Do You Explain a Divorce to Your Kids at 18:40

Stick to the facts and explain that although mom and dad are no longer loving each other in a way they need to stay together, they will always be there as… Full answer
Which One of Ballew's Wives Make a Bigger Impact on His Music at 21:19

Caspar says both. Marry Lynn, Chris's first wife, was the one who wrote "Run baby run" to keep their kid occupied and happy in the car. Full answer
How Do You Spot a Failing Relationship at 24:05

Ask yourself - How do you feel? Do you feel relaxed around this person? Do you feel like you can be yourself? Full answer
How Do You Decide When to Quit at 26:17

Starting anything is easy, but once you start, there is going to be a lot of work required to achieve any kind of success. Full answer
How Do You Deal With Your Problems at 28:32

Everyone has problems, and whatever you end up doing, it's never just smooth sailing. Full answer
What Is Chris Ballew Trying to Teach Kids With His Music at 30:44

Not a single thing. Caspar Babypants is very proud of the fact that there's no educational value in his music. Full answer
How Much Does It Cost to Make a Music Record at 34:27

Caspar Babypants records music in his home, and burns his songs on the old-school CDs, costing a grand total of $4 to product an entire album. Full answer
How Do You Talk to Kids About Sensitive Subjects at 40:05

The car. The car is great because you have their attention, but you are not looking at each other. Full answer
How Does Your Life Change When You Become a Dad at 42:01

Chris compares it to the similar chemical reaction to when a person falls in love. Full answer
How Do You Choose Between a Family and a Career at 44:01

If you have strong feelings toward your profession or you are feel external pressure to have kids but you are not sure, don't do it. Full answer
What’s the Role of a Dad in Marriage and Parenting at 44:20

In case when a mom is a primary parent that is responsible for kids and a dad is the one making an income, the dad could be seen as the "fun" parent, one that… Full answer
What Is One Parenting Book Every Parent Should Read at 47:48

Read the book, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk , by Elaine Mazlish and Adele Faber. It’s a parenting book about language and empathy. Full answer

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