Father Studies Podcast

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Kevin Mutiso for a conversation about becoming a father young, growing into responsibility, and learning to balance ambition with the things that matter most.

Kevin reflects on how becoming a father at 21 changed the way he approached life, pushing him to think beyond the present and take greater responsibility for his future. Together, they explore the lessons passed down by fathers, the expectations men place on themselves, and how fatherhood can reshape our understanding of success.

At the heart of the conversation is the value of time: making room for family while pursuing big ambitions, and recognising that success means little if we lose sight of the people we are building a life for.

Because the time we give our families is part of the legacy we leave behind.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Dr. Reign for an honest conversation about fatherhood, childhood wounds, vulnerability, and the work men have to do on themselves before they can change what they pass on to their children.

They reflect on the ways our relationships with our own fathers can shape us long into adulthood, the idea of the “father wound,” and how unresolved experiences can show up in our relationships and ultimately influence how we parent.

The conversation also explores what healing can look like beyond conventional therapy, the importance of creating spaces where men can be vulnerable with one another, and the challenge of raising children in a world where those spaces are becoming increasingly rare.

At the heart of it is a simple question: how do we become more conscious of what we carry, so we don't unknowingly pass it on?

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Lawrence Olum for a conversation about the realities of fatherhood while pursuing a career as a professional footballer at the highest level.

Together, they explore the demands of professional sport, the sacrifices that come with a life built around training, travel, competition, and performance, and the challenge of remaining present for your children along the way.

They reflect on balancing ambition with responsibility, the pressures that come with being a professional athlete, and the ways fatherhood can reshape a man's understanding of success, priorities, and legacy.

Because building a career at the highest level takes commitment—but so does being there for the people who matter most.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Marek Fuchs for a thoughtful conversation about raising children across cultures and the role fathers play in shaping identity, belonging, and character.

Together, they reflect on building a multicultural family in Kenya, passing on values from different backgrounds, and helping children embrace every part of who they are. From navigating culture and tradition to creating a home rooted in love, respect, and understanding, this conversation explores the unique opportunities and responsibilities that come with raising children in a multicultural world.

Because while cultures may differ, the values that define great fatherhood—love, presence, and leading by example—are universal.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Pastor Pete Odera for an honest conversation about raising children while navigating the expectations of public life and ministry.

Together, they reflect on the pressures that come with being a visible family, the weight of public opinion, and the challenge of remaining authentic in a world that is quick to judge. From raising daughters with confidence to creating a home grounded in love, grace, and honesty, this conversation explores how fathers can shut out the outside noise and stay true to the values that matter most.

Because while the world may have an opinion, a father's greatest responsibility is to the family waiting for him at home.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with his childhood friend, McLanan, for a deeply personal conversation about growing up together in Kariobangi and the journey from boys in the hood to fatherhood.

Together, they reflect on the lessons their community taught them, the men they looked up to, and how their childhood experiences continue to shape the fathers they are today. From lifelong friendship and shared memories to raising children with intention, this conversation explores how where we come from influences who we become.

Because fatherhood isn't just shaped by the day a child is born—it's shaped by the life we lived long before we became fathers.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with Kenchez "Chief" Muya for a candid conversation about becoming a father at just 21 years old.

Together, they reflect on the realities of young fatherhood, navigating responsibility before feeling fully prepared, and the life lessons that came with raising a child while still growing into adulthood themselves.

From sacrifice and resilience to the importance of being present, this conversation explores how fatherhood can become one of life's greatest teachers—and how becoming a dad at a young age shaped the man Chief is today.

Because fatherhood doesn't wait until you're ready—it invites you to grow.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with William Nanjero for an honest conversation about fatherhood, influence, and the example fathers set for their children.

Together, they reflect on how children learn from what they see, the responsibility that comes with being someone they look up to, and how fatherhood challenges a man to be more intentional about the way he lives.

From discipline and personal growth to presence and leading through action, this conversation explores what it means to become the kind of person you hope your children will grow to be.

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp is joined by Faiz Francis Ouma for an honest conversation about the joy, purpose, and responsibility that come with fatherhood.

Together, they reflect on the lessons passed from one generation to the next, the importance of leading by example, and how fathers shape not only their children, but the communities around them.

From raising children with intention to finding purpose in everyday moments, this conversation is a reminder that fatherhood, despite its challenges, can truly be such a good time!

In this episode of Father Studies, Polycarp sits down with his younger brother, Tom Olang'o, for a deeply personal conversation about the man who shaped them both—their father.

Together, they reflect on the lessons they inherited, the values that continue to guide them, and how growing up under the same father has influenced their understanding of manhood, responsibility, and fatherhood in different ways.

From childhood memories to the power of leading by example, this conversation explores how the fathers who raise us leave an imprint that lasts a lifetime.

Because before we become fathers, we are first sons.