The Fatherhood Podcast

How do you deal with your father's passing? How do you cope? After losing his dad in October, Silas Grant, Jr. joins The Fatherhood Podcast to talk about how he processed his father's death, the grieving process, what he's doing to keep his father's legacy alive, and much more.    Subscribe. Rate. Leave a review.    Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com     Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

After a brief hiatus, Jamar returns to celebrate a milestone episode of the podcast and to share some big news!    Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

This week on The Fatherhood Podcast, Dr. Terence Turner returns to the show to talk about balancing the responsibilities of fatherhood with your own personal ambitions, knowing how to determine what's the best opportunity for you versus what will benefit the family, how to avoid resentment when you make sacrifices, and much more.    Subscribe. Rate. Leave a review.    Follow Terence Turner IG: @thisisturner Twitter: @cheerwinepapi   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

On a special Mother's Day edition of The Fatherhood Podcast, Kim Williams, founder of Single Black Motherhood, stops by to talk about her experience as a single mom, her decision to go through with her pregnancy, misconceptions about single moms, dating, the importance of therapy, and more.  Subscribe. Rate. Leave a review.    Learn more about Kim: IG: @singleblackmotherhood Single Black Motherhood: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, business owner, author and entrepreneur James Yancy Merchant joins the show to discuss his journey as a father, life with a blended family, time management, how college prepared him for fatherhood and much more.  Subscribe. Rate. Leave a review.    Learn more about Yancy Merchant IG: @daddynewface THIS IS WHY: @thisiswhydoc New Face Management, LLC: https://www.newfacemanagement.org/home/   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Brittney Gwynn, host of the Girl Talk With Pops Podcast, stops by to talk about the importance of a good father-daughter relationship, how interactions with fathers at an early age influence how women look at other men, how her relationship with her own father has evolved, "daddy issues" and more.    Girl Talk With Pops www.girltalkwithpops.com IG: @girltalkwithpops Brittney's IG: @gwynning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/girltalkwithpops Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Kelly Oubre, Sr. stops by to talk about being an NBA father, life after Katrina, raising his son by himself, carving out his own identity, how being a father carries the most weight of any title he'll have in life, and much more.  Subscribe. Rate. Leave a review.  Learn more about Kelly Oubre, Sr.  https://www.beastdevelopmental.com/ IG: @beastdevelopmental Twitter: @bedevelopmental  Email: info@beastdevelopmental.com Follow The Fatherhood Podcast IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Twitter: @jamarhudson Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com What Kobe Bryant's Death Means To Me As A Father: https://medium.com/@jamarhudson3/what-kobe-bryants-death-means-to-me-as-a-father-9e0000174590   Music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee Trbl" Lewis  

On the final episode of 2020, Erick King joins The Fatherhood Podcast to talk about entrepreneurship, the importance of investing in our own communities, a father's role in the family structure and how not having a father in his life growing up motivated him be a mentor to not only his own kids, but the community as a whole.  Learn more about Erick King and Capital Youth Empowerment: https://www.cyep.org/   Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Fatherhood-Podcast-2191199357765897 Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Financial Literacy Educator and Coach Kris Chavious stops by to talk about the importance of fathers being intentional in planning their financial future, how to educate kids about money and why being prepared for the unexpected is a key role of fathers.  Follow Kris Chavious Instagram: @intentiondrivencoach Dave Ramsey Preferred Coach site: www.ramseycoach.com/IntentionDrivenCoaching   Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefatherhoodpodcast Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Podcast music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee Trbl" Lewis      

And just like that, we have a two year old! On today's episode, Jamar reflects on the latest milestone in his fatherhood journey and reveals some of the things he's learned in these past two years.    Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefatherhoodpodcast Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Podcast music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee Trbl" Lewis

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Charlotte-based attorney Desmon Andrade stops by to talk about how he's managed the many challenges of 2020, the tough talks he has with his sons about social justice issues, how his work on civil rights cases affects him as a father, being intentional in his marriage, how he allows his kids the space to ask questions and talk things out, and much more.  Follow Desmon Andrade, Esq.  Instagram: @des_esq Freedmen Law Group: @freedmen_law Foundation Sports Management: @foundationsportsmanagemen   Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefatherhoodpodcast Email: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com   Podcast music courtesy of Kelvin "Lee Trbl" Lewis      

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, veteran sportscaster Mike Hill stops by to talk about his daughters, the impact of not having a positive father figure growing up, how he overcame mistakes early in his fatherhood journey, his struggles with mental health, what inspired him to write his new book "Open Mike," and much more.  Follow Mike Hill Instagram: www.instagram.com/itsmikehill Twitter: www.twitter.com/ItsMikeHIll Listen to The Mike and Donny Show on https://www.foxsoul.tv/ "Open Mike" now available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734234679/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_btf_t1_v3ApFbKVF38X6   Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.    Follow The Fatherhood Podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefatherhoodpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefatherhoodpodcast Email: thefatherhoodpodcast@gmail.com  

The story of 2020 has been COVID-19 and its impact on our daily lives. Kelvin "Lee TRBL" Lewis has experienced it first hand. On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, the accomplished music producer discusses having the rona, the fear it caused him, how he used it as a teachable moment with his sons, and much more.    Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast   Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast   Follow Lee on Twitter and Instagram: @leeTRBL

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Joseph Walters, co-owner of The Redelynn Group, talks about fathering while being a full-time entrepreneur, the importance of ownership and establishing a legacy his daughter can carry on, being in business with his wife, and much more.  Be sure to leave a rating on iTunes.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Joseph Walters and The Redelynn Group on Instagram: @redelynngroup Music courtesy of @leetrbl  

On a special pop-up episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar honors the memory of George Floyd and shares how the recent news cycle has impacted him. 

On a very special episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, we celebrate motherhood. Erykah St. Louis, host of the M-Word Podcast with Erykah, stops by to talk about what Mother's Day represents for her, how she's evolved as a mother, the dangers of falling into the comparison trap, being vulnerable online, what dads need to know about motherhood, and much more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Erykah St. Louis and The M-Word Podcast with Erykah on Instagram: @themwordpodcast Music courtesy of @leetrbl

This week on The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar is joined by Erick Brown. Erick discusses how he shows physical affection to his sons, why he's made doing so a priority, how he deals with the questions and looks, and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on Instagram: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Erick Brown on Instagram: @abrownfather Email Jamar with your questions and comments: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Lee Trebl      

COVID-19 has brought the nation to a halt. On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, NBA reporter Michael C. Wright stops by to talk about how he's taking advantage of the unexpected down time, the importance of cherishing these moments, his experiences becoming a father at 19 and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Michael C. Wright on Twitter: @mikecwright Email Jamar with your questions and comments: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Lee Trebl  

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, veteran ESPN Radio producer Shannon Penn stops by to reflect on the death of Kobe Bryant, share his personal story of balancing career aspirations with the responsibilities of fatherhood, reveal how he dealt with a racist incident with his daughter and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast on iTunes.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Shannon Penn on Twitter and IG: @shannon_penn Listen to First Take, Your Take on ESPN Radio: http://www.espn.com/espnradio/podcast/archive/_/id/18418427

Johnathon Briggs became a first-time father six weeks before his 40th birthday. This week on The Fatherhood Podcast, he joins Jamar to discuss his parenthood journey, including being an "older" dad, learning his daughter had autism, taking care of his mental health and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast on iTunes.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Jonathon Briggs on IG: @fatherhood_at_forty

This week on The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar is joined by Rev. Omari Hughes, lead minister of New Life Laurel, an off-site campus of Reid Temple AME Church. The two discuss faith and fatherhood, seeing faith as something practical, balancing ministry with being a dad, handling the "preacher's son" label and much more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Rev. Omari Hughes on IG: @revomarihughes Visit New Life Laurel: https://reidtemple.org/newlifelaurel Email Jamar with your questions and comments: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Lee Trebl    

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar is joined by D.C. native and founder of Helping Others With Life, Mr. Charles King. Charles shares his personal story of overcoming being a victim of gun violence, spending time in prison, being a new father while incarcerated and much more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Charles King and Helping Others With Life on IG: @helpingotherswithlife Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of @leetrbl

On the latest episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar returns from a brief hiatus to talk about his son turning one, the feelings he has having been a father for a year and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of @leetrbl

On the third and final edition of The Fatherhood Podcast's "Summer Sessions" series, educator by day and Atlanta Hawks beat reporter by night Eddie Powell stops by to talk about how losing his own father affected him, the approach he takes fathering a son and a daughter, why he's willing to be vulnerable in front of his kids, and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow Eddie on IG and Twitter: @datdudeeasy & @hawksbeat Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com  

On the second edition of The Fatherhood Podcast's "Summer Sessions" series, veteran NFL reporter Jim Trotter stops by to talk about raising daughters, making sacrifices to be present, balancing the responsibilities of covering the NFL with fatherhood and more. Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow Jim on Twitter: @JimTrotter_NFL  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com    

On the first edition of The Fatherhood Podcast summer sessions series, Omar Michaud, producer of the new Ron Artest x Showtime documentary "Quiet Storm," joins the show to talk about the film, the steps he's taken to improve his mental health, how fatherhood has changed him, how he's a constant presence in his son's life even though he's miles away, and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow Omar -- IG: @worldwide_o and @o_zone_ent | Twitter: @Omars_World Check out "Quiet Storm" on Showtime.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com  

In the season finale of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar rides solo and takes a moment to thank listeners for their support, reflects on life as a father thus far and provides an update on what's next for the show.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com    

On Episode 24 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar is joined by world-renowned content director and photographer and co-founder of the Creative Theory Agency, Gary Williams, Jr. The two discuss the impact fatherhood has had on his career and how his wife and daughter have allowed him to experience another level of love like he's never felt before. As a bonus, Gary also makes a big announcement about his growing family!  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Gary on IG: @masterwilliams Learn more about the Creative Theory Agency: http://www.creativetheory.agency/ Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

This week, Jamar welcomes a very special guest to The Fatherhood Podcast -- his wife Cherisse. The two discuss how it feels to celebrate her first Mother's Day, balancing work and motherhood, the importance of having a mommy tribe and much more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

Joe Briggs has a lot of responsibilities in his professional career as an attorney, community leader and adjunct professor, among other roles. As a father, however, the commitment to ensuring his son follows his dreams is his No. 1 priority. On Episode 22 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Joe talks to Jamar about being a vision keeper for his son, being comfortable with saying no, the loss of Nipsey Hussle, how the death of his own brother still affects him, and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Joe Briggs on IG and Twitter: @JoeBriggsEsq Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

Harold Reid and his wife have five -- yes five -- children. On Episode 21 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Harold and Jamar talk about why he wanted to have a big family, what's a typical day like in his home, what's it like going out as a party of seven and most importantly, how he and his wife make it all work.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow The Reid family on IG: @thereidcrew Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

On Episode 20 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jamar was able to have a conversation with critically acclaimed gospel artist and professional child psychologist Greg Roberts. In 2018, Greg was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. In their discussion, Greg shares the story of how he found out he had cancer, what he told his kids, how he's committed to winning his fight against the disease, and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Greg Roberts on IG: @gregrobertssings Support the American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/ Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

As a reporter for the Cleveland Indians, Andre Knott's schedule keeps him on the road a lot, forcing him to maximize the precious time spent with his family. And with his kids being products of an interracial marriage, Andre also has to deal with preparing them for the realities of a world where racial discrimination still exists.  On Episode 19 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Andre and I talk about how he balances his commitments to covering the Indians with fatherhood, what he does to stay present with his kids when he's on a road trip and how he plans to teach them about racism.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Andre Knott on IG and Twitter: @dreknott  Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

Dealing with some form of postpartum depression or "baby blues" is inevitable for most mothers. But we as fathers are not always prepared to properly deal with the effects of the physical and emotional changes our partners go through.  In Episode 18 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Jewelle Daquin, a licensed professional counselor, joins me to break down postpartum depression and provide a mom's perspective on the struggles many women experience. We also discuss where fathers go wrong when dealing with postpartum-related issues, some practical things that fathers can do to help moms, how to avoid being a "savior" and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Contact Jewelle at jewelle@leccinc.com  Learn more about Life Enrichment Counseling Center: https://lifeenrichmentcounseling.com Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

Silas Grant had quietly written off ever becoming a father. His wife had experienced some health issues in the past, so they never forced the issue. When they found out on Father's Day 2018 that they were pregnant, they suppressed their excitement, rarely discussing it and having no photo shoots because of the risks involved. The distracting thoughts consumed him all the way to the delivery room.  On Episode 17 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Silas and I talk about his journey to fatherhood, and how his life has changed since the healthy arrival of his baby girl.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Silas Grant on IG: @silasgrant Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com

Mark Winkler launched Manhood Camp and The Fatherhood Circle in part to provide space for fathers to come and share their experiences with other dads -- allowing them to be vulnerable and emotional without judgement.  On Episode 16 of The Fatherhood Podcast, Mark and I talk about the importance of cultivating a community with other fathers, how he's worked to establish a relationship with his stepdaughters, and more. Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Mark Winkler IG: @fatherhood_circle Learn more about Manhood Camp: www.manhoodcamp.org Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia. 

In 2015, a career opportunity took Todd Williamson and his wife to Berlin, Germany. While there, his son was born. On this week's episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Todd and I talk about his experience of becoming a father in a foreign country, some of the challenges he faced while there, how the transition has been since he relocated back to the United States and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Todd Williamson on IG: @clarence_todd Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia. 

On this week's episode of The Fatherhood Podcast, Landall Proctor shares his experience of getting divorced, and how he navigated his way through the process while continuing to make his role as a father the No. 1 priority.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Landall Proctor on IG: @landall Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia. 

Siyan Bradley started the Renee J. Bradley Foundation in honor of his mother who was tragically killed in 2006 by her ex-boyfriend. On Episode 13, he reflects on his mom's life, talks about working to break the cycle of domestic violence and shares how tragedy prepared him for fatherhood.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Learn more about the Renee J. Bradley Foundation: reneejbradleyfoundation.org Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia. 

Life quickly changed for Keith Reed when he became a father at 19. On Episode 12 of The Fatherhood Podcast, he shares his experiences of being a young father, the growing pains that came with it and how he evolved as a man and father while raising two boys in his 20s.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Keith Reed on Twitter and IG: @k_dot_re Email Jamar with your questions, comments and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia. 

On this week's episode, Dedan Bruner, founder of "On Fathering" joins Jamar to talk about the challenges of growing up without a father, the misconceptions single fathers deal with and the commitment he and his daughter's mother have made to make co-parenting work.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Dedan Bruner on IG: @onfathering Email Jamar with your questions, comments, gripes and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, GA

During this episode, attorney, writer and cultural commentator Paul Bromley joins Jamar to talk about the steps he's taken to make diet and exercise a priority in his life, how important it is to set an example of healthy living for his kids, how fathers can break the curse of unhealthy habits and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Paul Bromley on IG: @whoispbrom Email Jamar with your questions, comments, gripes and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, GA

Jamar is joined by ESPN's Michael Smith to discuss his approach to fatherhood, the impact sports has had on his life, what it's like for his kids having a "famous" father, who he's picking to win Super Bowl 53 and more.  Be sure to subscribe to and rate The Fatherhood Podcast.  Follow The Fatherhood Podcast on IG: @thefatherhoodpodcast Follow Michael Smith on IG: @themichaelsmith Email Jamar with your questions, comments, gripes and suggestions: thefatherhoodpod@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Musci Group, Atlanta, GA

Sean Walton has made a career fighting for victims of civil rights violations and social injustices. The Columbus, Ohio-based attorney joins Jamar to talk about balancing his advocacy work with fatherhood, the issues facing the black community, how he explains injustices and discrimination to his young daughters and more.   Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood Podcast Follow Jamar Hudson on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Follow Sean Walton on IG and Twitter: @swaltonesq Learn more about Walton + Brown, LLP: www.waltonbrownlaw.com Email Jamar with your questions, comments, gripes and suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, GA.    

This week, Jamar welcomes Julien Saunders of the finance blog, RichAndRegular.com, to the podcast to discuss how fathers should prioritize personal finance in their lives. The two examine how men should talk and think about money, the daily focus needed to build wealth and how to teach their sons about finances. Julien also shares his personal story of he and his wife's journey to financial independence and more.  Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood podcast Follow Jamar Hudson on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Follow Rich and Regular on IG and Twitter: @richandregular Learn more about Julien and Kiersten at www.richandregular.com Email me with your questions, comments, gripes and episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia.

This week, Jamar is joined by Sports Spectrum podcast host and author Jason Romano. Jason talks about his book "Live To Forgive" and shares his personal story of forgiving his alcoholic father, how doing so was freeing and how it helped him become a better father and man. Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood podcast Follow Jamar Hudson on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Follow Jason Romano on IG and Twitter: @jasonromano Order "Live To Forgive: Moving Forward When Those We Love Hurt Us" https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998393541/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_t1_qoeqAbTZVS02M Email me with your questions, comments, gripes and episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia.

In the first episode of 2019, Jamar is joined by Jordan Rice, lead pastor of Renaissance Church NYC, to discuss faith and fatherhood, how spirituality affects parenting, how his faith is tested as a father and more.  Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood podcast Follow Jamar Hudson on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Follow Jordan Rice on IG and Twitter: @jordanlrice Check out Renaissance Church NYC at http://www.renaissancenyc.com/ Email me with your questions, comments, gripes and episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com Music courtesy of Eargasm Music Group, Atlanta, Georgia.

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is especially hard around the holiday season. On Episode 4, Jamar Hudson is joined by Philly-based NBA writer Anthony Gilbert to discuss the mixed emotions he feels celebrating his son's first Christmas while dealing with the reality that his late father is not around to see it.  Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood Podcast Follow me on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Follow Anthony Gilbert on Twitter: @axgilbert Email me with your question, comments, complaints and episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com

Is maintaining a healthy work-life balance realistic for fathers? Jamar Hudson invites Terence Turner to The Fatherhood to discuss the challenges of trying to balance work, play, fatherhood and more.    Be sure to subscribe to, rate and review The Fatherhood Podcast Follow me on IG and Twitter: @jamarhudson Email me with your question, comments, complaints and episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com

This week, Jamar Hudson is joined by best-selling author and educator Dr. Shaun Woodly to discuss the importance of leaving a good legacy behind to our children.    Be sure to subscribe to The Fatherhood Podcast Follow me on social media: @jamarhudson Email me with your questions, comments, episode suggestions: jamarhudson3@gmail.com    

Welcome to the inaugural episode of “The Fatherhood” podcast. As a new member in the ‘hood, Jamar Hudson shares his journey as a new father. From adjusting to getting no sleep, to learning how to change diapers to just hoping he gets everything right, this podcast will be a platform to freely discuss the joys, challenges and fears of being a first-time father.