The Father Hoods spin back another throwback packed with laughs, lessons, and straight-from-the-heart Dad talk! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB welcome another longtime listener and father of three, Aldo Alowishus, into the booth for a conversation that feels more like a family reunion than a podcast. Aldo breaks down how he discovered the show through Cypha Sounds and why Father Hoods instantly became a space he could relate to, especially after an episode on sibling rivalry hit close to home and made him reflect on his own childhood and the kind of bond he wants his kids to have.

From there, the episode weaves through real-life fatherhood moments: sibling beefs at home and KGB opening up about his son’s need to be heard sparking a deeper conversation about truly paying attention to our kids. Aldo shares how his parenting style shifted once his kids hit puberty, while the crew digs into the pros and cons of kids having devices, internet access, and how boredom (or the lack of it) shapes them. The Dads also talk setting boundaries with tech, teaching street smarts in an AI-heavy world, and finding balance in a generation moving fast. 

The episode closes with Aldo showing love to Father Hoods as more than a podcast calling it a real community where dads can show up, share openly, and be fathers first, titles second.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:04:23] Sibling Saga

[00:09:20] Fatherhood Circle

[00:15:40] Rivalry Realness

[00:21:55] Teenage Trials

[00:27:23] Screen Time Rules

[00:33:55] No-Tech Mode

[00:40:36] Raising Streetwise Kids

Why Hit Play: Fatherhood raw and unfiltered! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB break it down—lessons, laughs, and life truths you feel in your chest.

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Kicking off 2026, the Father Hoods crew drops the first throwback episode of the year, and it’s full of laughs, lessons, and real talk! Manny Digital and KGB welcome longtime listener and Virtual Effects wizard, Shawn Ewashko, to the table. They dive into the highs and lows of trusting others to watch your kids, being away from them, and starting fresh in a new city without family or close friends to lean on.

Shawn also shares one of his go-to parenting apps that helps survive the modern parenthood grind, while the Dads dig into the importance of mental health for men. From laughs to life lessons, this episode hits on everything from fatherhood to friendship, showing that navigating the game of life as a Dad takes strategy, heart, and a little humor. Start your 2026 right. This throwback sets the tone for a year of parenting growth!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:03:30] Who’s Got the Kids?

[00:12:50] Hustle Mode: ON

[00:21:35] Adjust & Adapt

[00:29:15] Parenting in the Now

[00:39:15] Fatherhood Therapy

Why Tune In: Fatherhood like you’ve never heard it! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB serve the highs, the lows, and the lessons with a rhythm that hits deep.

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The Father Hoods crew spins back with a legendary throwback, this time linking up with Steve Rifkind and his sons, Alex and RyRif, for the first-ever father-sons episode! They dive deep into growing up in hip hop royalty—Steve breaks down his early days in the game and how he built bridges with Wu-Tang Clan, while Alex shares how he juggled basketball and music, inspired by his dad’s grind. RyRif keeps it real about growing up with a busy, big-time dad and learning to navigate life in the spotlight.

The conversation hits both heart and hustle: Steve reveals which son mirrors him and who’s the calm one, Alex spills why he pivoted from hoops to running his own label, and they talk the balance between business and family. Steve keeps it authentic, sharing how he never censored music around the kids, leading to hilarious throwback moments like Alex’s “Like A Pimp” memory. They also dive into relaunching Loud Music Group, RyRif’s impact on the project, and how lessons flowed both ways between father and sons. Oh, and RyRif’s single “Run It Up”? Funkmaster Flex already blessed it with bombs on debut. Real talk, family vibes, and hip hop legacy all in one episode.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:45] Two Gens, One Hustle

[00:08:50] Raised in the Streets & Beats

[00:16:45] Always Got Your Back

[00:22:55] Family First, Empire Second

[00:34:58] Lessons Passed Down

[00:41:15] Funkmaster Flex Certified

Why Tune In: Fatherhood like you’ve never heard it! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB serve the highs, the lows, and the lessons with a rhythm that hits deep.

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The Father Hoods crew spins back another throwback, and this one jumps straight into the real-life juggle! DJ EFN opens the convo with his Art Basel experience, breaking down the push-and-pull of chasing career moments while still feeling that magnetic pull toward home. He keeps it honest—no guilt when he’s outside, but missing the family is always part of the equation. From there, the energy shifts to a feel-good moment as he revisits the gender reveal for their second child, capturing that pure mix of excitement, nerves, and gratitude that hits every time the family grows.

Then things take a sharp left and get hilarious! What starts as a serious convo about circumcision quickly turns into a laugh-filled, no-filter discussion as Manny, DJ EFN, and KGB trade perspectives, jokes, and real insight. The Dads touch on hygiene, manhood, and cultural traditions, with DJ EFN tying it back to his hip-hop docu-series, Coming Home, and circumcision practices in parts of South Africa. It’s classic Father Hoods. Deep one minute, comedy the next, always grounded in culture and real talk.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:13] Dad Out And About

[00:06:11] Next Chapter: EFN Jr.

[00:10:00] Snip Talk

[00:18:00] Hygiene Is Part of Manhood 

[00:22:15] Coming Home: South Africa

Why Press Play: The Dads go all in on fatherhood—sharing lessons, laughs, and moments that hit harder than a bassline. DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB turn parenting into a story you feel in your chest!

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The Father Hoods are finally back with a fresh episode and zero filler! The Dads kick things off talking about their new recording setups before DJ EFN jumps straight into dad-life chaos: the whole family getting sick again, missing the icy school pickup, and surviving a full-blown meltdown in the car. From there, he also opens up about feeling like he spends less time with his daughter, sparking real talk about guilt, balance, and doing the best you can when life doesn’t slow down. The crew also digs into routines, structure, and why switching things up is key to building new memories as the kids grow.

Manny reflects on how the house feels different now that his oldest daughter is away at college, while KGB talks about his son in 7th grade and missing earlier chapters of fatherhood. Things take a deeper turn when DJ EFN shares a powerful piece, “A Man’s Journey with His Father,” hitting the trio right in the chest and bringing real emotion into the room.  The episode closes with reflections on how fast life changes, how technology might help Dads cope, and Manny delivering a sad story about aging, church, and adult diapers. Real talk, real feelings, real laughs. Father Hoods in full form!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:40] Parenting Through the Chaos

[00:08:00] Making Every Minute Count

[00:14:31] Shifting Gears At Home

[00:20:15] Where Did The Time Go?

[00:23:10] Growing Older, Growing Wiser

Why Hit Play: DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB go deep into the highs, lows, and real talk of fatherhood, dropping insights and stories that hit harder than any track. This is fatherhood laid down like a verse you can’t shake!

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Back-to-back throwback vibes this week as the Father Hoods crew gets real about fatherhood, friendship, and staying true to the culture. DJ EFN kicks things off with stories from his Art Basel trip, giving props to the people who helped him along the way, while breaking down the challenge of balancing fatherhood with the grind. He keeps it 100 about always putting his kids first, even while figuring out how to juggle being a present Dad and staying loyal to his crew. Manny and DJ EFN get candid about dad guilt, carving out safe spaces with their homies, and why laughter and inside jokes hit different when you’re grown and raising kids. They also dive into the importance of maintaining those old-school friendships, built long before fatherhood.

DJ EFN shared some heartwarming moments, such as one of his eldest godkids visiting him on a Drink Champs episode, showcasing how the next generation is embracing the culture. He also shares the vision for “Kid Champs”, a book designed to inspire kids to be champions in their own lives—bringing that same energy and passion to the younger crowd without the drinks. Fatherhood, friendship, and legacy collide in this throwback episode, giving listeners real talk, laughs, and life lessons straight from the heart.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:18] Off-Duty Daddy

[00:06:45] Cut Yourself Some Slack

[00:18:20] Real Talk On Early Fatherhood

[00:24:10] Where The Homies At

[00:29:25] Ride or Die Crew

[00:39:40] Kid Champs: Future Champs on Deck

Why Tune In: The Dads get real about fatherhood and lay it down like a verse you can’t forget!

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The Father Hoods spin it back with another #throwback gem, revisiting a moment where the DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB got deep about the parts of parenting most people keep quiet. Manny opens the convo with a real heart piece — the power of showing love to your kids, especially our sons, and why affection matters more than we admit. The Dads break down their own styles and how they stay intentional with them.

DJ EFN jumps in with a flashback update from the time his partner was pregnant with their second child. He shared how he’s wanted another daughter, handling that second-time-around calm, and the difference between first-kid chaos and seasoned parenting confidence. Then the table turns to a universal parent truth: the thoughts that keep you up at night. The future of our kids. Mortality. That heavy paternal anxiety every dad wrestles with sooner or later.

Before the throwback wraps, Manny steps in with a quick flex. The Father Hoods website is officially up, locked in as the hub for all the episodes and other Father Hoods content.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:09] Real Dads Show Love Loud 

[00:10:14] Girl Dad x Boy Dad

[00:18:00] The Fears You Don’t Say Out Loud

[00:25:38] The Father Hoods HQ Launch

Why Hit Play: DJ EFN, Manny Digital & KGB take fatherhood realness and turn it into a verse that sticks!

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The Father Hoods crew taps back in with a throwback featuring the legendary Kardinal Offishall, and the convo is loaded with real fatherhood gems! Kardi kicks things off breaking down his family dynamics: from raising kids with tight age gaps to dealing with sibling jealousy, handling little ones acting up, and balancing multiple jobs without losing that crucial family time. He gets 100 about how his household held it down through the pandemic, managing school, work, and sanity all at once.

The talk hits even deeper as Kardi shares how he and his wife built a home where feelings get voiced, problems get aired out, and communication is a daily practice. Discipline, respect for different parenting styles, and the reality of kids wildin’ out in public? All on the table!

Kardi also dives into introducing his kids to the neighborhood he grew up in, giving them the context without glamorizing it. And to close it out, he gives big props to Drink Champs and Father Hoods, calling them model platforms for men — especially Dads — to show up, speak truth, and lead with love.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:27] Keeping the Hustle Tight and the Home Tighter

[00:13:01] Parenting Without Filters 

[00:19:45] Discipline Without Breaking the Bond 

[00:28:28] Surviving the Wild Child Moments

[00:38:55] Guiding Without Controlling

[00:41:15] Where You’re From vs. Who You Become

[00:50:19] Where Hip Hop Meets Home Life

Why It Matters: DJ EFN, Manny Digital & KGB serve fatherhood lessons with the flow of a timeless Hip Hop joint: honest, sharp, and lasting.

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The Father Hoods crew is back with a FRESH DROP!

The episode kicks off with Manny’s unforgettable “six-seven” teacher story from the Halloween parade and dives into the K-Pop Demon Hunters craze, from kids fully decked out in costumes to the merch and hype surrounding it. The Dads break down the cultural phenomenon, sharing laughs and insights on how fandoms like this sparked kids’ creativity and excitement.

But it’s not all fun and games. The conversation turns to the role of Ai in parenting, with the Dads discussing the new app “Joy,” imagining hilarious variations like an abuela (grandma) edition, and discussing how tech is creeping into everyday life. They also unpack “snowplow parenting,” emphasizing the value of letting kids figure things out before stepping in, and share practical tips for navigating the challenges and surprises of raising the next generation. Energetic, funny, and insightful, this episode proves parenting doesn’t have to be boring. It can be a wild ride full of lessons, laughs, and heart to hearts.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:01:15] The KPop Demon Hunters Takeover

[00:09:50] Dad Confessions: Jamming to Demon Hunters 

[00:11:10] AI as a Parenting Sidekick

[00:19:25] Snowplow Parenting

Why Hit Play: DJ EFN, Manny Digital & KGB break down parenting like it’s a classic Hip Hop verse, timeless, real, and unforgettable.

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The Father Hoods tap back in with another throwback, and this one’s got that creator-energy meets dad-energy vibe all the way through. DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB kick it with Derek Lane, the mind behind “AJ From Oudder Space Town” - a kid’s book turned podcast, Audible series, AND animation.

Derek breaks down how the project came to life, the grind behind getting it published, and how turning imagination into content became a dope family mission. His son AJ shining with pride? That’s that real fatherhood flex. Summer project turned legacy moment.

The crew also digs into love languages with kids, breaking the old “dads don’t show emotion” stereotype, and how culture shapes the way we raise our kids. And when Manny tries to see if Derek’s going for kid number four? Nah! Family team is SET and the roster is locked!

Real fatherhood. Real creativity. Real love for the kids. This one hits.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

[00:02:50] AJ From Oudder Space Town

[00:07:13] The Hustle Behind the Vision

[00:17:11] Father-Son Creative Time

[00:20:27] Raising Boys With Heart

[00:28:33] Tradition vs. Modern Dad Life

What It Hits Everytime: Three dads, one mission: raise strong kids and stay solid while doing it, sharing wisdom and real talk that plays back forever like a classic Hip Hop record.

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