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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!
In this episode I share a helpful perspective a fellow dad shared that's helped me become less anxious about the uncertainty of the future my children will inhabit. I know this perspective will also be helpful for you!
Let's connect to let me know what you think: wtfatherhoodpodcast@gmail.com OR DM me @welcometofatherhoodpod on IG
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!)
In this episode, I invite you to ask yourself this question, "Are you satisfied with the version of life you're currently living today, right now?" This is the question that's occupied my mind in recent weeks, and it's led me down a disorienting rabbit hole in the best possible way.
How have you approached feelings of nonfulfillment and dissatisfaction? What has caused you to feel this way in your experience as a man, father? And what sorts of decisions have you made to overcome it or be overcome by it?
Send me your story at wtfatherhoodpodcast@gmail.com OR DM me @welcometofatherhoodpod on IG
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.
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.
Gary recounts the heartbreaking tale of fighting for his daughter's custody while being wrongfully accused of domestic violence. His former partner's skillful manipulation of the system, coupled with systemic failures and racial biases, led to extended court proceedings. His story doesn't just stop at the battlefront of the courtrooms. From hiring private investigators and confronting school superintendents to dealing with a dramatic kidnapping episode, Gary went to extraordinary lengths to see his daughter. His tale is one of caution and inspiration, shedding light on the importance of trusting instincts and navigating the complexities of the legal system.
Gary's experiences serve as a stark reminder of the need to constantly fight for truth and justice. Join us as we navigate this journey and uncover the realities of the family court system, the implications of systemic failures, and the importance of never giving up on one's children, regardless of the hardships faced. This episode is a testament to Gary's perseverance and a call to action for anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation.
S4E21: Men, Miscarriage, and Grief (ft. Brandon Byrnes)
21 Jun 2023
01:04:30
When you think about the journey of becoming a parent, the excitement and joy of expecting a child often come to mind. But what happens when that journey is abruptly halted by the heartbreak of pregnancy loss? I recently had the privilege of speaking with Brandon Byrnes, a brave father who opened up about his own experience with miscarriage and the subsequent road to healing. Together, we explored the rollercoaster of emotions that come with such a loss and the importance of sharing our stories to find solace and support.
We also took the time to discuss the often-overlooked experiences of men who have gone through miscarriages, recognizing the unique challenges they face in expressing their grief.
Through sharing the raw emotions and experiences surrounding pregnancy loss, this episode aims to bring comfort and understanding to those who have faced a similar heartache. As Brandon's story demonstrates, the journey of healing is ongoing, and it's through connecting with others that we can find the support and hope needed to move forward. So join us as we shed light on this deeply emotional topic, and let's create a space together where those who have suffered pregnancy loss can feel seen, heard, and understood.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & Miscarriage Facebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us!
S4E20: Empowering Dads: Involving Fathers in the Journey (ft. Scott Mair)
07 Jun 2023
00:40:50
This episode concludes my conversation with Scott Mair.
How can dads be more involved in the pregnancy journey and the early stages of their child's life? This is a question we explore. We discuss the importance of engaging both parents from the beginning of the pregnancy, creating a level playing field for open communication, and understanding each other's roles and responsibilities.
Scott also shares his thoughts on supporting both parents' mental health during the perinatal period, the progress made in the UK in providing support for dads, and the vital role fathers play in their child's life from the very beginning.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & Miscarriage Facebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us!
S4E19: Empowering Dads: Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Strength (ft. Scott Mair)
31 May 2023
01:04:46
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Scott Mair, a husband and father of 7 boys ranging from 20-4 years old. Privately, Scott enjoys spending time home educating his children with his wife Sarah and traveling with them while trying to remain outdoors as much as possible.
Are we truly supporting fathers in their journey through parenthood? Join us in our eye-opening conversation as we explore the evolving roles of fathers and the challenges they face. As we discuss the importance of equal partnerships between parents and the unintentional negative messages some healthcare settings may send to fathers, you'll gain insights into the value of education and support for dads in their journey through fatherhood.
In this episode, Scott shares his own inspiring story of raising seven boys and the struggles he faced along the way. We delve into the significance of spiritual care and psychosocial services for fathers in healthcare settings, comparing the differences in support offered by larger and smaller institutions. Additionally, Scott opens up about his experience with two critically unwell sons and how he reached out to the universe for help, reminding us of the power of connection and the need for inclusivity and diversity in healthcare.
Lastly, we tackle the societal expectations and gender roles in parenting that can hinder fathers from being fully engaged in their children's lives. We emphasize the importance of effective communication between parenting partners, especially during stressful times, and discuss ways to navigate and overcome the challenges fathers face. Don't miss this thought-provoking and inspiring conversation with Scott Mer, as we reinforce the need for spiritual and psychosocial support for fathers to succeed in their parenting journey.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & MiscarriageFacebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us!
S4E17: The Evolution Of The Daddying Movement (ft. Allan Shedlin)
24 May 2023
01:02:26
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Allan Shedlin.
Allan Shedlin has devoted his life's work to improving the odds for children and families. He has three daughters, and five grandchildren, as well as numerous "bonus" sons/daughters and grandchildren. Trained as an educator, Allan has alternated between classroom service, school leadership, parenting coaching, policy development, and advising at the local, state, and national levels. After eight years as an elementary school principal, Allan founded and headed the National Elementary School Center for 10 years. In the 1980s, he began writing about education and parenting for major news outlets and education trade publications, as well as appearing on radio and TV. In 2008, he was honored as a "Living Treasure" by Mothering Magazine and founded REEL Fathers in Santa Fe, NM, where he now serves as president emeritus. In 2017, he founded the DADvocacy Consulting Group. In 2018, he launched the DADDY Wishes Fund and Daddy Appleseed Fund. In 2019, he co-created and began co-facilitating the Armor Down/Daddy Up! and Mommy Up! programs. He has conducted daddying workshops in such diverse settings as Native American pueblos, veterans groups, nursery schools, penitentiaries, Head Start centers, corporate boardrooms, and various elementary schools, signifying the widespread interest in men in becoming the best possible dad. In 2022, Allan founded and co-directed the Daddying Film Festival & Forum to enable students, dads, and other indie filmmakers to use film as a vehicle to communicate the importance of fathers or father figures in each others' lives. Allan earned his elementary and high school diplomas from NYC’s Ethical Culture Schools, BA at Colgate University, MA at Columbia University’s Teachers College, and an ABD at Fordham University. But he considers his D-A-D and GRAND D-A-D the most important “degrees” of all.
In this conversation, we discuss the nature of the evolution of the daddying movement, and highlight the Daddying Film Festival & Forum as a grassroots movement that his helping to push the movement forward.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & Miscarriage Facebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us!
S4E16: A Male Partner's Experience Of Miscarriage PART 2 (ft. Arden Cartrette - The Miscarriage Doula)
17 May 2023
00:48:43
This is The Miscarriage Doula's takeover of the Welcome To Fatherhood podcast!
Arden Cartrette is the founder of The Miscarriage Doula, a service for anyone who is going through loss, struggling with pregnancy after loss, or is looking for more information on how to get through miscarriage in general. This service was birthed out of Arden's own history with infertility and unexplained pregnancy losses. Arden also hosts the Miscarriage Stories with Arden Cartrette podcast. She is a mother to two living children.
In this collaborative conversation, Arden interviews me, Kelly Jean-Philippe, about supporting my wife through four miscarriages, for a first hand account of the male partner’s experience following loss of pregnancies.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & MiscarriageFacebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
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!
Arden Cartrette is the founder of The Miscarriage Doula, a service for anyone who is going through loss, struggling with pregnancy after loss, or is looking for more information on how to get through miscarriage in general. This service was birthed out of Arden's own history with infertility and unexplained pregnancy losses. Arden also hosts the Miscarriage Stories with Arden Cartrette podcast. She is a mother to two living children.
In this collaborative conversation, Arden interviews me, Kelly Jean-Philippe, about supporting my wife through four miscarriages, for a first hand account of the male partner’s experience following loss of pregnancies.
If you are a male partner looking for support following a loss of pregnancy, or you are with a male partner who could benefit from support, the Dads & Miscarriage Facebook community is here to help.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
S4E14: Father Friendly Spaces (ft. Jessica Torres)
26 Apr 2023
00:59:42
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Jessica Torres.
Jessica has worked in healthcare for the past 16 years in the area of women’s health, specifically high risk pregnancies and advocating for the wellbeing of both mom and baby. Her expertise is in Diabetes in Pregnancy. Jessica is also passionate about supporting the mental and emotional health of her patients.
She is a mother of two incredible children who inspire her everyday.
Jessie and I have been lifelong friends, and I invited her to this conversation because of her work with women with high risk pregnancies. We explore how medical spaces similar to where she practices can become aware of the father’s experience in order to offer him the support he needs as well.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
This week's episode features a conversation with Sandra Trew, who is the CEO and founder of Get Real Parental Coaching.
Sandra has been featured in the Daily Express, commenting on the Royal Family's children. She runs a Childcare Business for working parents, using her 30 years of experience and expertise to help parents build stronger relationships and communications with their children.
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.
You can follow the 'Get Real Parental Coaching' Instagram account here.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of factoring in a father’s presence, voice, and experience in spaces where the parenting disequilibrium is most times quite overt or sometimes subtle.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
He is also a personal trainer, focusing on using fitness as a vehicle to empower people to develop themselves both physically and mentally.
In our conversation we react to the events at The Covenant School in Nashville, TN that claimed the lives of six people, as well as the life of the shooter. Even more unfortunate, this episode will be released on the heels of the most recent mass shooting in Louisville, KY. To echo JK's sentiment, "Here we go, again."
Our thoughts and prayers are with those families and communities, all of them, as their lives have forever changed.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
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.
Antonio (or Tony) is 32 years old and a father of three, two boys and a baby gurl on the way. Tony is a family man who loves to nurture and spend quality time with his family and play sports with his sons.
Sergio (or Serg) has been with his wife since the age of 19. He also is a father of three, two sons and a daughter, his firstborn. Sergio, too, is a family man who loves hanging out with his family. He especially loves football, and has the exciting opportunity to coach one of his son's football team. Above all, Sergio takes pride in his faith and is unapologetic about being called a Christian.
This conversation is about three friends coming together to open up about our experiences as friends and fathers, and the history that shapes how we parent our respective children.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
Alex Egeler is a former rocket scientist, aircraft designer, and aerospace executive. When his company went out of business during the pandemic, he knew that he needed to take a step back and focus on his family. Now he is a husband, father of 4 wonderful sons, and aspiring coach and online course creator. The journey of being a father and primary caregiver has taken him in directions he didn't expect, but has been the most important job of his life.
In the first part of our conversation, Alex shares a very deeply personal story involving a family member who died by suicide. If you’re someone currently in the thick of having any suicidal ideation, call or text my friends at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 and one of the 24/7 providers can help guide you to the help you need.
This number is for the US only.
For all my global listeners, CLICK HERE for what may be your local suicide prevention reference.
ATTENTION: I’m not claiming this to be a comprehensive list. PLEASE CHECK YOUR LOCAL LISTINGS.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
Robert Rooks is one of the nation’s premier public safety solutions experts with more than two decades of experience as a grassroots organizer, strategist, and movement leader. Robert is the CEO of REFORM Alliance, a national advocacy organization focused on transforming probation and parole by changing laws, systems, and culture. Under Robert’s leadership, REFORM is promoting smart reforms that reduce unnecessary supervision and create pathways to work and wellbeing. REFORM has won major legislative reforms to transform probation and parole systems in states as diverse as California, Georgia, and Mississippi and lifted the experiences of people on supervision to educate the public and build support for broader change.
To join the REFORM community text “REFORM” to 81411 from your mobile device. Standard rates may apply. If you’re a T-Mobile customer, you’re encouraged to join the REFORM community by adding your name here.
In this episode we discuss the huge impact Robert’s father has had on his life and career trajectory, the significance of being a Black father to three sons, as well as the important legislative changes being brought as a result of REFORM Alliance’s relentless work.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
Piotr is the Director of International Development at BLIK, a leading European mobile payment system and scheme that is rapidly expanding in other geographies. Piotr earned his executive education certificate from Stanford Graduate School of Business in 2022. As a lifelong learner and an advocate of contributing back to the finance sector which he is so passionate about, Piotr prioritizes ongoing collaboration with academia to continue forging strong-ties to communities of learning, as well as to share his expertise and to provide broader knowledge as a commentator on the financial markets. Most importantly, Piotr is the father to a one year old son, and while on parental leave has published the following articles on LinkedIn:
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.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on any blogpost that peaks your interest, or leave a review for the podcast.
As a faithful follower/subscriber of this podcast I'm sure you had been wondering why there wasn't an episode for this week and last. So I thought it was a good idea to help you not wonder any longer. And if you listen to this brief episode, all of your wondering will be addressed once and for all!
Remember to visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us.
Please visit the Welcome To Fatherhood blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account. Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
We discuss a sense of loss and pride that comes with watching our children come into their own, as well as some practical things we can do to take our relationship with our children and our spouse/partner to the next level.
As always, thank you for spending part of your week with us!
Welcome To Fatherhood now has a BLOG! You can read this weekly blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account.
Your feedback is always welcomed! Write a comment on the blog, or leave a review for the podcast.
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.
Welcome To Fatherhood now has a BLOG! You can read this weekly blog by going to my website or through the link tree on my IG account.
This episode features a conversation with my guest and host of The Dad Edge Podcast, Larry Hagner.
Larry is the proud father of 4 energetic boys and husband of his soul mate, Jessica, for the past 18 years. He understands that life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows every day. However, Larry's learned skills to optimize his life as a man, husband, and father. Over the past 6 years, Larry has interviewed over 700 experts on parenting, mindset, patience, communication, intimacy, optimizing health, and the power of community. You can catch all that Larry is up to by visiting The Dad Edge.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
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.
Dr. Neal is no stranger to the Welcome To Fatherhood podcast and audience, making his first appearance in season 3 episode 25 They Never Saw Black Men As Fathers. Dr. Neal is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of African & African American Studies and Chair of the Department of African & African American Studies at Duke University where he offers courses on Black Masculinity, Popular Culture, and Digital Humanities, including signature courses on Michael Jackson & the Black Performance Tradition, and The History of Hip-Hop, which he co-teaches with Grammy Award Winning producer 9th Wonder (Patrick Douthit).
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.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Rob Gorski from The Autism Dad Podcast.
Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys as well as Found and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. He is a multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, digital marketer, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
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.
In his role as Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. James assists in developing innovative programs and services for Council for Relationships including launching a new mental wellness and therapy initiative for athletes and entertainers (from high school and college to professional status through retirement). Dr. James also plays a significant role with media and provides media training for therapists internally and externally.
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!
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Susan Combs.
Susan L. Combs is President of Combs & Company, a full-service insurance brokerage firm based in New York City. Susan started the company at twenty-six years old with a drive to “Do more, better.”
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.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
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.
Nate is a husband and father, and has a strong social media presence under the handle @DadSwagg, which started as somewhat of a joke between he and wife, because he thought himself to be the coolest Dad alive; thus the "Swagg".
What will become obvious to listeners of this episode is the passion with which Nate thinks and talks about parenting and fatherhood. We talk about his own experiences early on in his fatherhood journey, as end our conversation considering the devestating implications of poor communication and parenting on children.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
This week's episode features a conversation with my guest, Eric Taylor.
Mr. Taylor is a retired military serviceman and a PhD candidate in clinical psychology where he focuses on children and adolescents. His work involves providing clinical therapy to kids who suffer from complex traumas as well as behavior and eating disorders.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
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!
Nate is a father of one, living in the western suburbs of Sydney, Australia. He is a father first and foremost, and a metalworker second. Nate is living his best life alongside his lovely wife and energetic son, and is continues to discover things that makes him a better person throughout his journey of fatherhood.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Dr. Chavis Patterson.
Dr. Chavis Patterson is an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology in Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He is also the Director of Psychosocial Services in the NIICU. He provides care to the families as they cope with the complexities associated with having a child in the NIICU. Partnering with the interdisciplinary team, he functions as an administrative leader, educator and researcher. He has presented at national & international conferences and published numerous articles.
He is a member of the National Perinatal Association, the National Network of Neonatal Psychologists, the Marcé Society of North America, the Society of Pediatric Psychology, and the Association of Black Psychologists, Delaware Valley Chapter.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
It’s A Disservice To Not Talk About It (ft. Tom Kreffer)
03 Aug 2022
01:02:07
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Tom Kreffer.
Tom Kreffer is the author of Dear Dory: Journal of a Soon-to- be First-time Dad, Dear Arlo: Adventures in Dadding, Toddler Inc., and he is the creator of the Adventures in Dadding Newsletter. He loves Star Wars and Marvel movies, and he has a degree in film and television that he firmly believes to be worth less than a second-hand toothbrush.
He lives in Northampton, England with his family, whom he intends to exploit for many more story opportunities in the years to come.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
No One Wants to Talk About That, Quid Pro Quo, & Progress Not Perfection (ft. Patrick Cummings)
27 Jul 2022
01:06:50
This week's episode features a conversation with my guest, Patrick Cummings.
Patrick Cummings is an entrepreneur, business coach, and wealth management advisor committed to helping others balance their lives for happier outcomes. He worked in the corporate world for twelve years before deciding, when his children were toddlers, to start his own business and gain control of his time. An active member of his community, Patrick lives in Washington State with his wife, Brooke.
Patrick is also the author of the book The Family-Business Balancing Act. In The Family–Business Balancing Act, Patrick provides an inspiring guide that helps entrepreneurs gain perspective and take steps toward achieving harmony in their lives. He takes you through his own journey, showing how he got it wrong and the changes he made to get it right. You’ll learn how to recognize imbalance, evaluate personal and professional goals, and establish simple habits that improve important connections and ensure quality time with those you love. Each day is an opportunity for healthy change. The Family–Business Balancing Act is a pragmatic resource for every entrepreneur who wants to learn how to practice the principles that guide them.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
Sorry guys, there won't be any episode this week. See you next week!
They Never Saw Black Men As Fathers (ft. Dr. Mark Anthony Neal)
13 Jul 2022
01:11:27
This episode features a conversation with my distinguished guest, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal, PhD.
Dr. Mark Anthony Neal is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of African & African American Studies and Chair of the Department of African & African American Studies at Duke University where he offers courses on Black Masculinity, Popular Culture, and Digital Humanities, including signature courses on Michael Jackson & the Black Performance Tradition, and The History of Hip-Hop, which he co-teaches with Grammy Award Winning producer 9th Wonder (Patrick Douthit).
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 Man was 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.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
Exploring Issues In Modern Day Fatherhood (ft. Dr. Dan Singley)
06 Jul 2022
01:15:29
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Dr. Daniel Singley.
Dr. Singley is a San Diego-based board certified psychologist and Director of The Center for Men’s Excellence. His research and practice focus on men’s mental health with a particular emphasis on reproductive psychology and the transition to fatherhood.
He conducts training and presentations around the country to assist individuals and organizations to enhance their level of father inclusiveness, and founded the grant-funded Basic Training for New Dads, Inc. nonprofit and Padre Cadre social networking application just for dads in order to give new fathers the tools they need to be highly engaged with their infants as well as their partners.
In his free time, Dr. Singley likes to cook, surf, read, and drive his two sons to activities all over town so they can’t escape his annoying shrinky questions.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
Discovering the Narrative & Parenting from Healing (ft. Emilio Diez Barroso)
29 Jun 2022
01:01:49
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Emilio Diez Barroso.
Emilio was a lifelong seeker—seeking recognition, achievement, love, success, and finally, the ultimate carrot: enlightenment. In his pursuit of enlightenment, he was forced to face what all the seeking had been trying to avoid: his own sense of unworthiness. Defeated at the game of avoiding and humbled by the realization of his true nature, he is now dedicated to alleviating suffering in the world. Emilio is married and is a father to three incredible teachers. He sits on the board of over a dozen companies, is the CEO of NALA Investments and is an active philanthropist, investor and entrepreneur. He has a master’s in spiritual psychology and resides in Los Angeles. Emilio also authored a book titled: "The Mystery of You: Freedom Is Closer Than You Think". In The Mystery of You, he invites you to uncover a peace that is untouched by the happenings of life and encourages you to discover who you are beyond your familiar identities and roles. He grounds the awakening that was once reserved for monasteries into the nitty-gritty of everyday parenting, relationships and business. Emilio shows us how to stop the ways in which we perpetuate our own suffering and claim our inherent capacity to experience the bliss of being fully alive.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!
This episode features a conversation I recently had with some friends on the college campus where we all met nearly two decades ago. Three out of of the four voices featured in this episode met on the campus of Middlebury College (Derek, Bill, Kelly). The fourth voice (Eric) is the partner of our friend and Midd alumni, Lili; and though Eric is not a father, he graciously accepted my invitation to join in this conversation about fatherhood in spite of his initial skepticism.
This conversation is special because it marks the first time Derek, Bill, and I spent time together not just as friends but also as Dads. And capturing this moment was a truly special accomplishment. Our conversation was broadly about fatherhood. It is full of empathy, encouragement, gushing over our children, perspective shifts, healing, and lots of laughter and good time as men.
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Capturing The Wild Ride Of Toddlers & Parents (ft. Jeff Fajans aka MrBoodaddy)
08 Jun 2022
01:10:05
This episode features a fun conversation with my guest, Jeff Fajans.
Jeff is an avid music creator & guitar player - creating a new style of “Beastie Boys for Babies” kids music that captures the authentic, wild ride of parents and their little kids experiencing the world together. He’s a Dad to an energetic 3 1/2 year old boy named Hendrix (the inspiration for all of his music), and has been married to his amazing wife, Katherine, for over 5 years. Jeff also is a creative performance & leadership coach who works with creators and entrepreneurs to help them bring their biggest ideas to life and become better leaders. He serves on the Board of Advisors at Oasis Center International - a non-profit whose mission is to bring creativity and arts mentorship programs to underserved youth across the world. His mission is to help 1 million people bring their biggest ideas to life through his coaching, teaching, and advocacy of creativity.
In this conversation Jeff and I talk about the origin of his love for music and why it is important for him to pass it on to his son in order to help him discover and develop his creative side. Jeff makes some intriguing connections with how music has helped him become a more centered person. Lastly, we discuss what exactly Jeff identified was off or amiss in children's music, and ways this discovery can help us with our parenting in the bigger picture.
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The music in this episode was provided by and used with the consent of Jeff Fajans. You can follow his IG accounts @mrboodaddy & @jefffajans to keep up with projects he's working on or for 1-on-1 coaching needs!
Modeling How, Concerns About Child's Future, & My Firstborn (ft. Kevin Camato)
01 Jun 2022
01:10:05
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Kevin Camato.
Kevin grew up in Glendale CA and has been pastoring for the past 16 years. Currently the lead pastor of Upper Room Fellowship, he strives to empower and encourage communities to actively fulfill God’s call in their lives by helping each person discover their God-given talent to be used for the furthering of His Kingdom and the healing of the world. Kevin is a father of two, a seven year old daughter and son to be three year old son; and has been married to his beautiful wife Gerlynne for 12 years.
In our conversation we talk about how Kevin and his wife look to model healthy conflict and conflict resolution for their children, and the ways that has translated into how brother and sister handle their own moments of conflict. We also share some time reflecting on the most recent school shooting tragedy in Uvalde, TX, as well as other terroristic acts of hate and violence toward minority communities. Finally, Kevin opens up and share a deeply painful story about his coming into fatherhood.
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This week's episode is dedicated to my son as he celebrates his second birthday! Please join me and my wife in celebrating our vibrant little man by wishing him a happy birthday!
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Uplift Kids, Fatherhood & Spirituality (ft. Jon Ogden)
18 May 2022
00:50:30
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Jon Ogden.
After earning degrees in writing and literature, Jon has worked as a university instructor, instructional designer, and writer. He’s coupled that work with a decades-long study of the world’s wisdom traditions, seeking for ways to keep the best of the past alive while evolving beyond its limitations. At UpliftKids, he’s taking this interest in wisdom literature from around the world to help create a better community, alongside his spouse, for his two sons.
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The Early Years, Essential Conversations, Trauma & Intimacy (ft. Jane Honikman)
11 May 2022
01:01:50
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Jane Honikman, M.S.
Jane co-founded Santa Barbara Postpartum Education for Parents (PEP) in 1977. Ten years later in 1987 she founded Postpartum Support International (PSI). Jane has published 5 books, most recently Parental Mental Health: Factoring in Fathers. She and her husband Terry have lived in Santa Barbara since 1970, have 3 married children, and enjoy being grandparents to 8 grandchildren.
In this conversation, Jane sheds some light on how she began her lifelong advocacy for equal parental consideration in the postpartum and mental health space by sharing intimate details of her past and the way that began to shape her. We talk about how having essential conversations about ones past and family history before conceiving and having children can help new parents be more grounded during the difficult days of parenthood. Jane shares a very valuable reframing of how the term "postpartum" should be better thought of and defined, explaining that this term is a lifelong adjective that still applies even in the phase of being grandparents. We conclude with discussing the value of openly talking about what can be difficult topics people experience in parenting as a means to push our society's perception of parenting forward in the right direction.
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Prioritizing Self-Care, Explicit Communication, Building Toward the Future (ft. Daniel Duvall)
27 Apr 2022
01:04:28
This episode features a conversation with my guest, Daniel DuVall.
Daniel is first and foremost a husband to his wife of 6 years and father to two young sons (2.5 and 4.5 years young). He works as a certified parent coach who focuses on helping parents build better work/life balance and relationships with themselves, their partners, and their kids. Daniel was also an elementary teacher and volleyball coach for the past decade. He also co-hosts The Man To Man podcast.
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Mistakes, Struggles, & Jealousy; Girl Dad, & Full Circle Part 2 (ft. Nathaniel H. Drew)
13 Apr 2022
00:39:13
This episode features part two of a conversation with my guest, Nathaniel H. Drew.
Nathaniel H. Drew is a native of Hampton, Virginia and was raised in Silver Spring, Maryland. He is an ordained minister, a licensed therapist, an author, and a coach. He currently pastors the Breath of Life SDA Church in Memphis, TN.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in theology from Oakwood University, and a Masters of Divinity degree from Andrews University Theological Seminary. He has been recognized for excellence in church leadership in the areas of church healing, church growth, stewardship, community outreach, and administration. A well sought-after public speaker, Nathaniel has spoken for audiences all across the United States, Canada, Bermuda, and South Africa.
Nathaniel also obtained a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. He is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, whose passion is to see the brokenness in the family system made whole. His personal vision is “Heal the family, change the world”.
Nathaniel is an accomplished author of two books. The first is a devotional book entitled, While You’re Waiting: God’s ‘Not Yet’ is Not a No. The second is entitled, 15 Ways to Make a Big Impact in a Small Church. His latest book was the catalyst that launched him into the coaching space. Nathaniel is the founder of The Pastor’s Arena. A platform that was started to help pastors take center stage in their personal and professional lives. Nathaniel believes that the most significant impact a person can have is not what they achieve, but what they empower others to achieve.
Through it all, Nathaniel considers his greatest accomplishment to be marrying the love of his life, Lillian Drew. A close second was the birth of their two daughters Linaya Joy and Noelle Desiree’.
In this episode, Nathaniel and I open up about why it is so difficult for us to allow our respective fathers to have access to our child/children. This leads to some reflection and deeply moving perspective about what the nature of our relationships may be like with our child/children once we've aged. How will they feel about us as their father? What will they say? How will they describe us to others? We certainly don't have the answers, but we open ourselves up to reflecting on these questions.
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Mistakes, Struggles, & Jealousy; Girl Dad, & Full Circle Part 1 (ft. Nathaniel H. Drew)
06 Apr 2022
00:42:40
This episode features part one of a conversation with my guest, Nathaniel H. Drew.
Nathaniel H. Drew is a native of Hampton, Virginia and was raised in Silver Spring, Maryland. He is an ordained minister, a licensed therapist, an author, and a coach. He currently pastors the Breath of Life SDA Church in Memphis, TN.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in theology from Oakwood University, and a Masters of Divinity degree from Andrews University Theological Seminary. He has been recognized for excellence in church leadership in the areas of church healing, church growth, stewardship, community outreach, and administration. A well sought-after public speaker, Nathaniel has spoken for audiences all across the United States, Canada, Bermuda, and South Africa.
Nathaniel also obtained a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. He is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, whose passion is to see the brokenness in the family system made whole. His personal vision is “Heal the family, change the world”.
Nathaniel is an accomplished author of two books. The first is a devotional book entitled, While You’re Waiting: God’s ‘Not Yet’ is Not a No. The second is entitled, 15 Ways to Make a Big Impact in a Small Church. His latest book was the catalyst that launched him into the coaching space. Nathaniel is the founder of The Pastor’s Arena. A platform that was started to help pastors take center stage in their personal and professional lives. Nathaniel believes that the most significant impact a person can have is not what they achieve, but what they empower others to achieve.
Through it all, Nathaniel considers his greatest accomplishment to be marrying the love of his life, Lillian Drew. A close second was the birth of their two daughters Linaya Joy and Noelle Desiree’.
In this episode, we have a candid, transparent, painful, and cathartic conversation about our introduction to fatherhood. We pull no punches and leave no stones unturned; from jealousy to anger, frustration to disappointment and regret. We name some of the most outlandish mistakes we made during this crucial time, and reflect on the invisible issues that were making very real (negative) impacts in those early phases.
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You can always send an e-mail to wtfatherhoodpodcast@gmail.com for any inquiry, comment, and/or question.
As always, thank you for spending your Wednesday with us!