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By Lem Gonsalves
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The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.
Ron G is an Emmy-winning producer, actor and comic. In this episode, we discuss him being a brand new father to a three-month old and how his life has ultimately changed as a result. We also talk about his career and how he attributes his faith to his success and he plans to raise his son in this society. In addition, he gives excellent advice to new and up-and-coming fathers.
Eric Dawkins is an award-winning singer, songwriter and producer. In this episode, we discuss his first journey into fatherhood as a young man and some of the challenges he had and how he made it his mission to not have those same things affect him with his son. We also talk about his late father, what it was like growing up in church as a pastor's kid and how music was a constant for him throughout his life.
Shawn William is a poet, an author and an activist. In this episode we how his first induction into fatherhood was being a step-father and how that helped shape how he continued his journey when he had a son of his own. We also took a deep dive into how Shawn was raised as an adopted son, what were the circumstances of his biological mother putting him up for adoption and the lens in which he sees how the world works and ultimately the decisions he makes as a result.
Ryan Nichols is a creative, writer and real-life ninja (no, seriously). In this episode, we discuss how he navigates raising five kids with all different personalities and make-ups. We also talk about his profession and how he is able to incorporate his children to be a part of it.
Marc Henderson is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP). In this episode, we talk about Marc being a new dad and how he thought he actually wouldn't be able to have children initially. We also discuss his upbringing and how that shaped who he is today and the choices he's made.
Alexander James is a pastor, poet and self-proclaimed nerd. In this episode, we talk about how he fathers his three children with his wife and how he welcomes his children's inquisitive nature. We also discuss his faith and the way he utilizes it when it comes to not only raising his children but being a great husband to his spouse.
Roger Melvin is a stage manager and has his own production company. In this episode, we discuss how his children are a result of a blended family and the steps he has taken to ensure that all of them are treated equally. We also talk about his faith and how he navigates that when raising his family and conducting his business.
Rudy Francisco is an author and one of the most prolific spoken word poets of this generation. In this episode, we discuss his own upbringing from immigrant parents and how even though his own father was present in the home, that didn't translate to him being present in his life. We also talk about his own daughter and how important it is for her to not only be aware of her own identity but also know her father is always going to be there and that he truly loves being her dad.
Troy Crossfield is an actor, writer and filmmaker based in Toronto, Canada. In this episode, we discuss how he navigates the industry he's in and the steps he takes to ensure his children's proper development. We also talk about the demographic of where he lives in Canada and how race and culture come into play with the identity he instills in his children.
Antonio "Paz One" Appling is a restaurateur and founder of the open mic venue "The Definitive Soapbox". In this episode we talk about how he and his wife have exposed their son to traveling early on and how they have incorporated him in duties associated with their business. We also discuss why it is important for him and his wife to make sure they are always good as a couple and so they can ensure that they are good as parents.
The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.