Explore every episode of the podcast Welcome To Fatherhood
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5E2: How To Prepare Your Child Today For the Uncertainty of Tomorrow | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:41:02 | |
Welcome to episode 2 of season 5! | |||
| S5E1: Are You Satisfied with the Life You're Currently Living? | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:31:15 | |
Welcome to episode 1 of this new season (my fifth!) | |||
| S4E15: A Male Partner's Experience Of Miscarriage PART 1 (ft. Arden Cartrette - The Miscarriage Doula) | 10 May 2023 | 00:56:43 | |
This is The Miscarriage Doula's takeover of the Welcome To Fatherhood podcast! | |||
| The Role of the Father | 06 Jan 2021 | 00:36:48 | |
I'm on a quest, apparently, to try to understand the way fatherhood has been portrayed historically. I have no idea where I'm headed, but that's the fun part. I believe I can better understand some of the inner struggles I face today as a father by looking back to uncover what insight and/or perspective history has to offer. | |||
| New Year's Resolution | 30 Dec 2020 | 00:27:02 | |
Do you have a new year's resolution? It seems like most people this year are staying away from that. In this episode, I'm doing the exact opposite & talk about what my new year's resolution is, as well as why I think it's important for more DADS to follow my lead in adopting this specific one. | |||
| Happy Holidays! | 23 Dec 2020 | 00:28:37 | |
During this holiday season, please celebrate responsibly and safely! Here's to whatever the year 2021 has to offer! I'm excited to share this journey with you! And once again, thank you for supporting this podcast in 2020! | |||
| Season 2: When The Dust Settles | 18 Dec 2020 | 00:01:36 | |
Promo for season 2 | |||
| From Sons To Fathers (ft. Patrick Florescio) | 21 Oct 2020 | 01:03:11 | |
This episode was recorded September 28, 2020, and features a conversation with my friend and fellow Dad, Patrick Florescio, father of two. We talk about our experiences growing up with our respective fathers and the way it shapes our fatherhood outlook with our own children. Patrick also talks about balancing being an entrepreneur and family life, especially during this pandemic. We talked about these things and so much more, so thank you for listening! Subscribe! Rate! Share! | |||
| Dad'ing in Dublin (ft. Riccardo Belletti) | 14 Oct 2020 | 00:46:39 | |
This episode was recorded August 9, 2020, and features a conversation with my friend and follow Dad--all the way from Dublin, Ireland!--Riccardo Belletti. Riccardo talks about the very eventful day of this child's birth, part of what went into the decision to relocate his family to Ireland, and reflects on ways preparing to be a Dad differs living outside the US. We talk about these things and much more! Thank you for listening! Subscribe, rate, and share this podcast! | |||
| In Memoriam: Richard George Broad (ft. Ben Broad) | 07 Oct 2020 | 01:01:43 | |
This conversation was recorded September 20, 2020, and features a conversation with my friend, Ben Broad, who recently lost his father to cancer. Ben shares stories about who his Dad was as a child, his dedication to his professional endeavors, and talks about his Dad's legacy from his perspective as a son. Thank you for listening to this very personal conversation! | |||
| Fathers Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Sheehan Fisher | 30 Sep 2020 | 00:37:46 | |
This episode was recorded on August 24, 2020 (Kobe Bryant Day), and features a conversation with Dr. Sheehan Fisher. We discuss the topic of parental mental health, and Dr. Fisher shares his expertise on a variety of issues surrounding this topic. | |||
| I Got Three Kids, Man! (ft. Sam Sesay) | 23 Sep 2020 | 00:53:27 | |
This conversation was recorded August 7, 2020, with my guest and fellow Dad, Sam Sesay, founder and president of Game Plan Inc. We talk about his adjustment from having a daughter to having twin boys, and all the emotions that came with it. Sam shares his experience and insight on balancing work and professional life along with being a father and a husband. You can shop for Sam's book "Life Lessons of Playing Sports: From the Starting Block to the Finish Line" here to help support his efforts with the youth through his organization. We discuss these things and so much more in this week's episode! | |||
| Legally Dad? (ft. Samuel Williams) | 16 Sep 2020 | 00:49:55 | |
This conversation was recorded August 3, 2020, with my friend Samuel Williams who made a shocking discovery about a father's legal status to make medical decisions for his child in the most tragic of circumstances. Little did Sam know how close to home the implications of this discovery would hit. We talk about this and more on this episode of the Welcome To Fatherhood podcast. Thank you for listening! Please rate and subscribe, and share this podcast! | |||
| S4E14: Father Friendly Spaces (ft. Jessica Torres) | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:59:42 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Jessica Torres. | |||
| From One 2 Three (ft. Victor Bartley) | 09 Sep 2020 | 01:06:36 | |
This conversation was recorded July 28, 2020 with my friend Victor Bartley, a Dad three times over. This conversation features moments of raw honesty and sincerity that are often left unvoiced and unnamed. Victor talks about the role his own father played in his life, and explores his fatherhood experience thus far through the lens of a word not often associated with fatherhood. See if you can pick up what word that might be. Thank you for listening! | |||
| Special Episode (ft. Bill Army) | 04 Sep 2020 | 01:02:41 | |
This conversation was recorded August 30, 2020, and features an intimate conversation with my friend and fellow Dad, Bill Army, who first appeared on the podcast in the episode entitled "The Dad'ing Thing". This time around, our conversation deviates from the traditional Dad talk, and we speak openly and honestly about race relations in our present times by addressing the recent shooting of James Black, another unarmed Black man who was shot at seven times in the back in front of his children. | |||
| #GirlDad All The Way (ft. Ryan Agard) | 02 Sep 2020 | 01:05:00 | |
This episode was recorded July 22, 2020, and features a conversation with my brother, Ryan Agard. A first time dad and future #GirlDad, Ryan opens up about his current state as an expectant dad, the influence his father has had on him and what he hopes to pass down to his children, as well as what bringing a bi-racial child into this world means to him. We cover these topics and so much more; thank you for listening! | |||
| The Rainbow Baby (ft. Anthony Diaz) | 26 Aug 2020 | 00:56:00 | |
This episode was recorded July 17, 2020, and features a conversation with my brother Anthony Diaz, a first time dad and #GirlDad. Anthony opens up about he and his wife's miscarriage, as well as what it was like to welcome his daughter into this world. Anthony also shares some practical advice for any expectant dad preparing for the arrival of his child. | |||
| Daddy's Girl (ft. John Coaxum) | 19 Aug 2020 | 00:47:34 | |
This episode was recorded July 14, 2020, and features a conversation with John Coaxum, a first time #GirlDad. John and I talk about what it has been like for him to father a little girl, what motivates him to "go hard", and how the social climate influences his outlook on fatherhood. | |||
| Dad Law with Attorney Marilyn York | 12 Aug 2020 | 01:04:59 | |
This episode features a conversation with Attorney Marilyn York. We discuss the influence her father has had on her life and career, as well as the way the legal landscape is often not favorable toward fathers. You can also check out her TEDx talk on YouTube: What Representing Men in Divorce Taught Me About Fatherhood. | |||
| The Dad'ing Thing (ft. Bill Army) | 05 Aug 2020 | 00:56:35 | |
This episode was recorded July 5, 2020, and features a conversation with my friend, Bill Army, a father of two beautiful little girls. We discuss what fatherhood has felt like at times in our respective experiences and the importance of community for dads. The episode concludes with a treat I know for sure will be enjoyed! I certainly enjoyed it! | |||
| Fatherhood Profile: A Conversation with Jeff Aguy | 29 Jul 2020 | 00:43:04 | |
This episode features a conversation with Jeff Aguy, a Haitian-American and first time dad. He talks about his preparation during his wife's pregnancy, how fatherhood rearranged his priorities, and shares some practical perspectives and counsel to new dads like himself. | |||
| A Deeper Look Back: With Dr. David Sedlacek | 22 Jul 2020 | 01:40:30 | |
In this episode, I take a deeper look at my history with my father and discover how doing so is presently shaping my relationship with my son. Dr. Sedlacek approaches this discussion from a Biblical worldview, while also siting scientific data to corroborate his assertions. I also mentioned reading the book: Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart, which was written by my guest, Dr. Sedlacek. | |||
| To My Pops, Franko (ft. Frank Diaz) | 15 Jul 2020 | 00:33:24 | |
In this episode I share a bit of my history with my father, while paying homage to the most influential father figure in my life. | |||
| S4E13: Factoring In Fathers (ft. Sandra Trew) | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:52:52 | |
This week's episode features a conversation with Sandra Trew, who is the CEO and founder of Get Real Parental Coaching. As a mother, Sandra understand the challenges of each milestone, so she decided to follow her passion for helping and supporting as many parents as possible by giving them hints, tips and strategies in a one-to-one session, understanding that no two families are the same. | |||
| Black & White Fatherhood: A Conversation with Kyle Kessler | 08 Jul 2020 | 01:13:22 | |
A conversation with a first time dad from Pikeville, KY, about how his then 3 months old baby helped change and shape his perspective on a controversial symbol. | |||
| Black Fatherhood: Raising Black Boys in America (ft. Tyre Williams) | 01 Jul 2020 | 00:40:58 | |
This is a conversation I had with my friend, Tyre Williams, regarding a sentiment he expressed to his wife about raising Black sons in America. The comment struck a chord in me; and being a new father myself (raising a Black son) I wanted to dig a little deeper to find out what he meant by what he said. | |||
| Welcome To Fatherhood Promo | 03 Jun 2020 | 00:01:26 | |
Tune in July 1st, 2020 for the first ever episode of this brand new podcast! Here is what you can expect when you subscribe and journey along with me. | |||
| S4E12: Talking Through Tragedy (ft. JK McLeod) | 12 Apr 2023 | 01:09:26 | |
This week's episode features a conversation with my guest, JK McLeod. JK is a married father of two children, a 17 year old daughter and a 10 year old son. JK learned from an early age about the pivotal and impactful role that fathers can play in the family. He is the host of a weekly podcast called 'Help Me Understand', which focuses on learning more about the context behind the views, opinions, and events that we experience in everyday life. | |||
| S4E11: Brothers & Fathers (ft. Antonio Rodriguez & Sergio Martinez) | 05 Apr 2023 | 01:09:26 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guests, Antonio Rodriguez and Sergio Martinez. We refer to our trident as the Big 3. | |||
| S4E10: Mental Health, Stay-At-Home-Dad, & Life-Work Paradigm (ft. Alex Egeler) | 29 Mar 2023 | 01:06:03 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Alex Egeler. | |||
| S4E9: REFORM - Changing Laws Changing Lives (ft. Robert Rooks) | 22 Mar 2023 | 00:51:50 | |
This week’s episode features a conversation with Robert Rooks. | |||
| S4E8: Why More Dads Need To Take Parental Leave (ft. Piotr Jan Pietrzak) | 15 Mar 2023 | 01:06:37 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Piotr Jan Pietrzak.
Today, Piotr and I discuss the topic of parental leave, and reasons why more fathers need to take leave from work to spend valuable time with their newborn and family. | |||
| S4E7: Updates & Announcements | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:27:36 | |
Hi there! | |||
| S4E6: Blaming The Marathon & Love and Accountability (ft. Darryl Johnson Jr., Ed.D) | 22 Feb 2023 | 01:02:48 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Daryl Johnson Jr., Ed.D. Dr. Johnson is an Education Administrator with a passion for advancing educational policies and procedures as it pertains to engagement, equity, discipline, diversity, and core values. He has over ten years of experience working hands-on with students, parents, and staff in five professional roles. He possesses exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills and has demonstrated strong professional presentation skills as a keynote speaker, facilitator, and coordinator. | |||
| S4E23: An Update & Challenging the Double Standards of Fatherhood | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:33:17 | |
Experiencing a miscarriage as a man is a difficult journey. It's a path I've walked and it led to the creation of "The Miscarriage Dad" platform—aimed at educating, raising awareness, and supporting men and fathers who find themselves in this heart-wrenching terrain. It's an unfortunate reality that compelled me to reinvent my Instagram presence, focusing a little less on the Welcome to Fatherhood brand, to create a much-needed safe space for men grappling with loss. | |||
| S4E5: Miscarriage (ft. Sean Johnson) | 08 Feb 2023 | 01:09:40 | |
This is part three in a series of conversations on miscarriage. This episode features my guest, Sean Johnson, who opens up about multiple miscarriage experiences. | |||
| S4E4: Miscarriage: My Story (ft. Alex Ortiz, Jeff Collins, & Augusta Foster) | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:43:50 | |
This is a conversation about how four dads experienced and coped with losing a child by miscarriage. This week, I finally share my full personal story. Parts of the episode are graphic and may be triggering; please listen with caution. | |||
| S4E3: Miscarriage: A Conversation (ft. Alex Ortiz, Jeff Collins, & Augusta Foster) | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:59:23 | |
This is a conversation about how four dads experienced and coped with losing a child by miscarriage. Part 2 will follow next week. | |||
| S4E2: They Grow Up So Fast (ft. Nate Newman) | 18 Jan 2023 | 00:49:36 | |
This episode features a conversation with my mate from down under, Nate Newman, host of the (Not So) Secret Dads Business podcast. Nate is currently taking a break from podcasting on his own platform, but reached out to me for us to talk about what we're both currently experiencing with our respective sons: not being able to keep up with how fast they're growing up before our very eyes. | |||
| S4E1: Welcome & Updates | 11 Jan 2023 | 00:16:34 | |
Welcome to 2023 and a new season of the podcast! In this episode I share brief updates about things that have been happening on my end, as well as new features being added to the Welcome To Fatherhood platform. | |||
| The Dad Edge (ft. Larry Hagner) | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:44:52 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest and host of The Dad Edge Podcast, Larry Hagner. | |||
| Black Fatherhood in Media (ft. Dr. Mark Anthony Neal) | 28 Sep 2022 | 01:08:30 | |
This episode features a conversation with my distinguished guest, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal, PhD. He is the author of several books including What the Music Said: Black Popular Music and Black Public Culture (1999), Soul Babies: Black Popular Culture and the Post-Soul Aesthetic(2002) and Looking for Leroy: Illegible Black Masculinities (2013). The 10th Anniversary edition of Neal’s New Black Manwas published in February of 2015 by Routledge. Dr. Neal is co-editor of That's the Joint: The Hip-Hop Studies Reader (Routledge), now in its second edition. Additionally Dr. Neal host of the video webcast Left of Black, which is produced in collaboration with the Franklin Humanities Institute at Duke. | |||
| The Autism Dad (ft. Rob Gorski) | 21 Sep 2022 | 01:03:55 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Rob Gorski from The Autism Dad Podcast. | |||
| The Modern Black Father: Adulting & Showing Up (ft. George James, PsyD, LMFT) | 14 Sep 2022 | 00:59:19 | |
This week's episode features a conversation with Dr. George James, PsyD, LMFT. Dr. James works extensively with professional athletes, entertainers, adult men & women, executives, and young adult women and men on various issues including adulting, anxiety, parenting, romantic relationships/love life, depression, leadership, career, work-life balance, racial identity/development, affairs, lack of communication and intimacy & sex concerns. In addition, Dr. James is an Assistant Professor for the Couple and Family Therapy Master’s Program at Thomas Jefferson University, which is offered in partnership with Council for Relationships. He speaks and consults with universities, for profit and non-profit organizations and family owned businesses. Dr. James is devoted to helping people improve their quality of life, to be involved in the healing of their wounds and enrichment of their relationships. Dr. James is President and CEO of George Talks, LLC, a communication and consulting company. Dr. James is a nationally recognized speaker, seminar presenter and facilitator on various topics. Additionally, Dr. James has been a reoccurring expert guest on radio, television, and online programs including The TODAY Show, CNBC, Nickelodeon, Good Day Philadelphia on FOX29, NBC10, CBS3, iHeartradio, Radio One, Ebony Magazine, and many others. Dr. James is a board member for Child Guidance Resource Centers and Project Pneuma. Dr. James is also a member of the CNBC Financial Wealth Council. He was appointed to the Philadelphia Mayor’s Commission on African American Males in 2017. Also, in 2017, he was awarded the BMe Genius award, and then in 2018, he received the Fun Times Magazine Man of Influence award. Later in 2018, Dr. James was invited to be a part of the BMe Public Voices Fellowship with the Op Ed Project. Most recently, he was awarded the 2019 American Association of Marriage and Family Therapist’s (AAMFT) Excellence in Media Award. Dr. James attended Villanova University as a Presidential Scholar and majored in Psychology and concentrated in Africana Studies. He received his Masters of Family Therapy degree from Drexel University and his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Immaculata University. As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us! | |||
| Pancakes For Roger (ft. Susan Combs) | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:58:43 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Susan Combs. This internal mantra has resulted in numerous successes and firsts, like being named the youngest National President in the over eighty-five-year history of Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS) and the first female Broker of the Year winner for BenefitsPro. Susan is “a Missouri girl in a New York world,” and it’s the lessons she learned during her Midwestern upbringing and two-plus decades in New York City that is the basis of her book Pancakes for Roger. The insights contained in these pages come from family, friends, colleagues, and life in general. But the most important teachings are from her late father. It was his steady guidance in life that set Susan’s foundation and it was his passing that inspired the annual Pancakes for Roger movement every February. When Susan’s not running her business or trying to help others through their own challenges, you can find her flipping tires at her beloved CrossFit gym, supporting the Missouri Tigers, KC Chiefs, and Royals, or slaying the dragons that have come her way. | |||
| S4E22: A Tale of Injustice and Perseverance (ft. Gary Ivory) | 28 Jun 2023 | 01:37:44 | |
Have you ever wondered how deep the rabbit hole of systemic failures and biases in the family court system can go? I invite you to join me in my riveting conversation with Gary Ivory, a resilient father who battled the beast for 16 agonizing years, and learn about his journey of survival, justice, and relentless fight for his child. Gary, a nonprofit executive and author, shares an emotional roller coaster of a narrative that reflects the harsh realities of the family court system and its implications on innocent lives. | |||
| When Adults Don't Get It Right (ft. Nathan Watson aka DadSwagg) | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:38:57 | |
This week's episode features a conversation with my guest, Nathan Watson. | |||
| Shrouded in Trauma (ft. Eric Taylor) | 24 Aug 2022 | 01:02:50 | |
This week's episode features a conversation with my guest, Eric Taylor. | |||
| What's in a Name? Legacy & Accountability (ft. Nate Newman) | 17 Aug 2022 | 01:02:51 | |
This episode features a conversation with my guest-- and fellow podcaster--Nate Newman, host of the (not so) Secret Dads Business podcast. Make sure you subscribe and support! | |||