Dear Dad podcast is a platform to help and motivate others to express their thoughts, feelings, love and well wishes not only for your own father but a chance to talk about fatherhood.
From the moment I became a dad, my fear of the world started changing. I started to think more about what might happen to my family if I am gone. What will happen to my son if he said the wrong thing or move suddenly around a police officer. Will I or my son make it back home when we step out of this house?
When I first became a dad, I made a lot of mistakes. I wish someone would pull me aside and told me what I was getting myself into. Here are some tips for first-time dads
From an early age, I was told I have the Sickel Cell trait. I was told countless times to be careful of who I have kids with and certain activities I could not partake in, but what I didn't know there was a whole book of things I should look out for. Farron Dozier talks about the importance of getting yourself check out especially if anyone of you family member have the Sickle Cell or the Trait. Guest: Farron Dozier For more information please click on the links below CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/sicklecell/traits.html Farron Dozier website: https://wdconsct.org/ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Website: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-247-8255
If I were ever to find myself on the side of the road, with a flat tire, I know I would be ok. Because, my dad taught me not only how to change a tire, but how to be completely independent Guest: Jes
After the terrible loss of his son, Anthony Brown had to redefine who he was. The expectation and the hope of being a new dad had to dye as well. He was comforted after a call from the one person he saw and heard from the least, his dad. Guest: Anthony Brown
I want to thank all my guests for coming through and sharing their journey of parenthood, their journey of dad hood. Please enjoy a few snippets of season 3.
In my journey in life, I have learned True Succes is when my successors succeeded. Mike is a man that wears many hats but doesn't stop his momentum for helping and inspiring others to become their great self Guest: Mike Dorsey https://www.iammikedorsey.com/ https://www.blackfathersnow.com/
No matter how old I get, I still see myself as a dad's girl. Guest: Katherine Phanor
I don’t know where I would be if it wasn’t for the things my dad have instilled in me from a very young age Guest: Daniel Marcellus
My dad was a man of three things: He loved God, He loved his family and he was passionate about Christian education. Guest: Maurice Ojwang Jr
My dad took me on a dad-and-daughter date to teach me the value of becoming a woman. It has to be one of the most memorable moments I have of my dad Guest: Jessica Ballerstein
Imagine having a dream so vivid and so clear. A dream that shows you things you can never forget. A dream of past memories of people you've never even meant
It took two injuries and getting fired, in order for me to learn to appreciate my wife and my kids. Guest: Ya JaKatted
Growing up, I was a daddy's girl. But, somewhere in the middle of growing up, I lost that connection. The emotional connection with my dad was lost. Guest: Ericka Walters
I had friends and family members told me about knowing the cries of their children. I could never understand that until I had my son and understood the meaning of catering to each cry. Guest: D'Anthony Ward --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The birth of my daughter brought so much joy to my life, but months after she born, I just had a pit of fear in my stomach that I've never felt before. I was afraid to go back to work even though knowing she was safe with her mom. Guest: Frank Meyers --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I embrace dad-hood with both hands. I literally jumped in there without ever looking back Guest: Mario Charles --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Thank you, everyone, for supporting and continuing to partake on this Dad journey with me. This episode is a wrap-up of season 2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Looking toward the future, I want my kids to know I was the best father I could be. I did everything in my power to provide and support their dreams --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I always wanted to be that dad who was so close to his kids, you wouldn't able to know if we were father and son --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Wow, was the very first words that came out my mouth when I saw and held my son for the first time. I remember saying, this is my son, he is a part of me, I helped make him, this is my son. I will never forget that feeling. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I remember my dad being around, I do remember him taking me out to my cousin's house, but, it wasn't till I got older I began to realize he was never a dad or even a father figure to me. everything that was given and had to be done, was all done by my bother --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
First up on this season’s sibling series is Maxime! “One of the biggest blessings in life is the birth of my children”. Maxime Darius talks about being born again after having his son. And he also dives in about his previously strained relationship with his dad that became a bit better prior to his passing in 2008. So kick back and take a listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Listen in and hear Hashim Lafond talk about his journey into dadhood. "When I was in college, while engaged to my girlfriend, I drew a picture and I wrote a letter to my grandkids, I haven't met you yet, but I am praying for you every day" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Moise Phanor speaks on bettering yourself for the next generation to come, so they can have a stronger chance of succeeding in life. Music by: EpidemicSound Passion by: Dominique (Nicki Tha Great) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
My guest Pastor Dudley Francois expresses the mistake that some fathers have made in the past is just showing one side of themselves to their family. It is important to show even the weaker side of yourselves for it will enrich your character. Music by: Epidemic Sound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It wasn't until later on his adulthood did Gabe Milien devolved it was easier to say I love to his son than it was to say it to his dad. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I am able to grow and become who I am because of my dad. "He gave us the space to be ourselves and grow". Patrick Semexant opened up on how it was to have a positive role model as a dad. Music by: Epidemic Sound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I try to hold my breath for more than 1 minute, by the 35th second, I thought I was going to dye. I didn't. I let go and started to breathe again. George Floyd did not get that second chance. He died while a white officer placed his knee till George Floyd was no longer breathing. Poem: And Still I Rise by Maya Angelou Read by: Anaya Dumas Music by: Epidemic Sound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I am so happy to be able to complete my first season of DearDadPodcast. It has definitely been an amazing season. Enjoy a small number of my memorable moments --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dear Dad: In the midst of all kinds of craziness, even in the lack of your presence in my life. I can still say... I love you dad. I hope you know that. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It is hard not to feel like an outcast when your friends have their dad around and you are left wondering, when will I ever see my dad --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What happened when you have become the part of your dad you fear the most? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Being the oldest sibling does not equal a substitute or an absent dad, but it can present a heavy load to carry when there are younger ones behind you, following your footsteps. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dear Dad: You do not need or have to be perfect to be in my life, we can perfectly be imperfect together. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In my darkest times, it was my daughter who came and comfort me. Telling me, "everything will be alright mommy". --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Learning how to parent from my little brother. Gamaniel talks about becoming a better version of yourself in order to be a great dad. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Many of us missed our childhood because we were put in a position to grow up before our time. My sister Gaella opened up about growing into womanhood and learning to find her self. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
From the first touch to the first cry, I talk about the first day of becoming a dad. The first day I saw my son for the first time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ammar Thomas talks about becoming a dad of 3 daughters. The life lessons he implemented in his daughters and the life changes they taught him. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I have a sit down with Evens H. Darius and touched base on how do change a culture and societal narrative into a new generational tradition? Music by Epidemic Sound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this episode, I talk about a list of 10 things we should ask and or tell our dad. I hug my dad and told him I loved him for the first time. 10 Things you may need to say to your father: http://bit.ly/2UxGtbd DariusDestnations youtube channel: http://bit.ly/2UxGtbd --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this episode, I dive in a little about who I am and a little about my dad. I also introduce you to my very first poem called A Reflection Of You. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app