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Dear Fathers Podcast

By Dear Fathers

The Dear Fathers Podcast is the Official Podcast of Dear Fathers, the premiere media platform for black fatherhood dedicated to telling stories of black fatherhood from every angle. Tap in as our Host James Meeks and Co-Host Jesse Alex dive deep into the lives of your favorite celebrity dads. We'll talk black fatherhood, parenting styles, their relationships with their fathers, mental health, balancing fatherhood & business, and much more. We ignite the impact of fatherhood and culture, let's vibe!
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S3 | EP11 | Lecrae Talks Fatherhood, Music Career, Mental Health, & More.

Dear Fathers PodcastAug 03, 2021

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S3 | EP11 | Lecrae Talks Fatherhood, Music Career, Mental Health, & More.

S3 | EP11 | Lecrae Talks Fatherhood, Music Career, Mental Health, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up the 2x Grammy Award Winning Artist Lecrae about everything from his upbringing, growing up with an absent father, his journey to the top in music, fatherhood, mental health, and much more. Tune in for an impactful conversation as we learn more about who Lecrae is as a black men/father, SALUTE! You can now watch the Full Episode on our YouTube as well, Subscribe Today. 

Episode sponsored by FlyDad, who's mission is to help dads preserve their swag as they navigate life with their kids.

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Aug 03, 202148:41
S3 | EP10 | Kel Mitchell Talks Child Stardom, Family, Fatherhood, and More.

S3 | EP10 | Kel Mitchell Talks Child Stardom, Family, Fatherhood, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up the living legend and orange soda lover himself Kel Mitchell. We got a chance to talk with him about everything from growing up as a child star, how he was raised by his parents, the importance of faith, fatherhood, everything he has going on now, and more. Tune in for an amazing conversation with Kel to learn more about who he is as a father, SALUTE! 

Episode sponsored by FlyDad, who's mission is to help dads preserve their swag as they navigate life with their kids.

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Jul 20, 202101:07:22
S3 | EP9 | New Orleans Saints All-Pro LB Demario Davis Talks Fatherhood, Football, Faith, & More.

S3 | EP9 | New Orleans Saints All-Pro LB Demario Davis Talks Fatherhood, Football, Faith, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with New Orleans Saints LB Demario Davis! In this convo we got a chance to tap in with him on all things fatherhood, how he was raised, struggles he's overcome to get where he is today, his growing faith, and much more. Check out this amazing conversation to learn more about Demario's journey as a NFL player and father, let's vibe!

Episode sponsored by FlyDad, who's mission is to help dads preserve their swag as they navigate life with their kids.

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Jul 13, 202101:30:20
S3 | EP8 | KevOnStage Talks Fatherhood, Road To The Top, Failed Hoop Dreams, Relationship with Parents, and Much More.

S3 | EP8 | KevOnStage Talks Fatherhood, Road To The Top, Failed Hoop Dreams, Relationship with Parents, and Much More.

In this episode we chopped it up Actor, Comedian, and Director KevOnStage about everything from fatherhood to the ups and downs of his content creator journey, his relationship with his parents (mom, dad, stepfather), and much more. You may have seen Kev from his hilarious Instagram and YouTube content or even as the host of Will Smith's "Dad's Just Don't Understand" Facebook Watch Series. Tap in for a wonderful conversation with an amazing father, let's vibe!

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

May 25, 202156:38
S3 | EP7 | 2x NBA Champion Josh Powell Talks Fatherhood, Kobe Bryant, Phil Jackson, and More.

S3 | EP7 | 2x NBA Champion Josh Powell Talks Fatherhood, Kobe Bryant, Phil Jackson, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with former 9 Year NBA Vet, 2x Champion, Founder of 21 Reasons To Give Foundation, and amazing father Josh Powell. We talked about everything from his foundation growing up, playing with Kobe and being coached by Phil Jackson, who he is as a father, and much more. Tap in and let's vibe!

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

May 18, 202101:18:47
S3 | EP6 | Actor Devale Ellis Talks Fatherhood, Delivery Room Story, Acting Career, and More.

S3 | EP6 | Actor Devale Ellis Talks Fatherhood, Delivery Room Story, Acting Career, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up super dope father and actor Devale Ellis. We all know him for his amazing family based content on social media and from shows like BET's "Sistas" and "Bigger" but in this episode, we dive deeper into who Devale is as a father outside of social media, his relationship with his dad, his first delivery room story, and much more. Tap in and let's vibe!

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

May 04, 202101:08:14
S3 | EP5 | Actor Darius McCrary Talks Fatherhood, Family Matters, Relationship with Parents, and More.

S3 | EP5 | Actor Darius McCrary Talks Fatherhood, Family Matters, Relationship with Parents, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up Actor Darius McCrary about all things fatherhood, what it was like being a child star, Family Matters, his relationship with his father, the important role his Mom played in his career, and much more. Tap in and let's vibe!

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 27, 202101:03:45
S3 | EP4 | Brandon T. Jackson Joins Us To Talk Fatherhood, Acting Career, His Kingdom Brand, and More.

S3 | EP4 | Brandon T. Jackson Joins Us To Talk Fatherhood, Acting Career, His Kingdom Brand, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up Actor, Comedian, Producer, and Kingdom Builder Brandon T. Jackson who you may know from classic movies like Roll Bounce and Lottery Ticket about all things fatherhood, his favorite moments in his career so far, his relationship with his father, his Kingdom brand, and much more! Tap in and let's vibe! 

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks) 

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex) 

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road" 

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph) 

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 20, 202101:05:36
S3 | EP3 | Cassidy Talks Fatherhood, Hip Hop, and the Balance of it all.

S3 | EP3 | Cassidy Talks Fatherhood, Hip Hop, and the Balance of it all.

In this episode we chopped it up with legendary rapper Cassidy! This episode included our Guest Host Ricky Rock and Co-Host Jesse Alex, who got a chance to rap with Cassidy about all things fatherhood, his Hip Hop career, when he knew Rap was his calling, his relationship with his fatherhood, and the balance of it all. Tap in and let's vibe!

Guest Host - Ricky Rock (@rickyrocklive)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 13, 202152:03
S3 | EP2 | Marcus Spears, Your Favorite Sports Analyst Talks Fatherhood, Sports, Therapy, and More.

S3 | EP2 | Marcus Spears, Your Favorite Sports Analyst Talks Fatherhood, Sports, Therapy, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with your favorite ESPN Analyst seen on NFL Live weekdays at 4pm, Marcus Spears. We talked about everything from who he is as a father, his NFL and Analyst career, his relationship with his Pops, how therapy saved his marriage, the importance of black media, and much more. Tap in and  let's vibe!

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 06, 202101:44:23
S3 | EP1 | B.Dot, Your Favorite NBA Impersonator, Actor, and Entrepreneur Talks Fatherhood, "Hood Twins". Relationship with Dad, and More.

S3 | EP1 | B.Dot, Your Favorite NBA Impersonator, Actor, and Entrepreneur Talks Fatherhood, "Hood Twins". Relationship with Dad, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with your favorite NBA impersonator, actor, and Entrepreneur B.DOT. We talked about everything from who he is as a father, having "Hood Twins" (2 kids by 2 different women at the same time), his relationship with his Pops, his love for black women, his favorite moments since he's blown up, and much more. Tap in and let's vibe! 

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host -  Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Mar 30, 202101:14:41
S2 | EP15 | Former NFL Vet Nate Burleson Talks Fatherhood, His Many Jobs, Relationship with His Dad, & More.

S2 | EP15 | Former NFL Vet Nate Burleson Talks Fatherhood, His Many Jobs, Relationship with His Dad, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up former NFL Vet/Current NFL Analyst Nate Burleson about all things fatherhood, his many jobs, favorite NFL moments, his relationship with his father, and much more! His son Nate Burleson Jr. also makes a special guest appearance.  Tap in for  a  great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

CoHost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Dec 22, 202001:10:09
S2 | Interlude | B. Wash Joins Us To Talk Fatherhood, Dear Fathers Content, and More.

S2 | Interlude | B. Wash Joins Us To Talk Fatherhood, Dear Fathers Content, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with one of our favorite followers and supporters B. Wash for an interlude episode to talk fatherhood, advice for dads, Dear Fathers content, and more. Just in case you didn't know, interlude episodes are geared towards talking with one of our followers to get insight on who they are as a dad, things they've learned on the journey, what they want to see more from us as a media platform, and more. Tap in for  a  great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Dec 22, 202023:52
S2 | EP14 | Comedian Chico Bean Talks Fatherhood, Comedy Career, 85 South Show, & More.

S2 | EP14 | Comedian Chico Bean Talks Fatherhood, Comedy Career, 85 South Show, & More.

In  this episode we chopped it up with super dope comedian Chico Bean about all things fatherhood, his relationship with father figures in his life, how he got started in comedy, the 85 South Show, and much more. Tap in for  a  great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Guest Host -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Dec 15, 202001:01:30
S2 | EP13 | Hall of Fame Baseball Legend Ozzie Smith Talks Fatherhood, Baseball Career, and Much More.

S2 | EP13 | Hall of Fame Baseball Legend Ozzie Smith Talks Fatherhood, Baseball Career, and Much More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Hall of Fame Baseball Player Ozzie Smith, known for being arguably the Greatest Short Stop of All Time. We got a chance to talk to him about some of his favorite moments in baseball, fatherhood, his relationship with his father, the impact of the black male voice in major league baseball, and much more! Tap in for a  great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Guest Host -  Ricky Rock (@rickyrocklive)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Dec 01, 202048:20
S2 | EP12 | Legendary Actor Leon Talks Being a Father and Friend to His Daughter, Acting Career, and Much More.

S2 | EP12 | Legendary Actor Leon Talks Being a Father and Friend to His Daughter, Acting Career, and Much More.

In this episode we chopped it up with legendary actor Leon who you may know from some classic moves like: The Temptations, The Five Heartbeats, Above The Rim, Little Richard, and many more. We talked about everything from fatherhood, how he set a great foundation being a father and a friend to his daughter, his amazing actor career, and much more. Tap in for a  great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Dec 01, 202039:05
S2 | EP11 | Actor Demetrius Grosse Talks Fatherhood, Love Craft Country, Acting Career, Black Love, & More.

S2 | EP11 | Actor Demetrius Grosse Talks Fatherhood, Love Craft Country, Acting Career, Black Love, & More.

In  this episode we chopped it up with actor Demetrius Grosse who you may have seen in movies like Straight Outta Compton, TV shows that include: Love Craft Country, NCIS, Fear The Walking Dead, and more. We got a chance to dive deep with Demetrius about everything from fatherhood, his relationship with his father, black love, and much more! Tap in for a great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Nov 24, 202042:47
S2 | EP10 | Comedian Earthquake Talks Fatherhood, Career, What Being a Good Parent Looks Like, & More.

S2 | EP10 | Comedian Earthquake Talks Fatherhood, Career, What Being a Good Parent Looks Like, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Legendary Comedian Earthquake as he talks about everything from fatherhood, his career, his show Quake House, what being a good parent looks like, how he's balanced being a public figure while being a father, and much more. Tap in for a great  conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Nov 17, 202059:02
S2 | EP9 | NBA Vet Dorell Wright Talks Career, Fatherhood, Text Message Talk Show, and More.

S2 | EP9 | NBA Vet Dorell Wright Talks Career, Fatherhood, Text Message Talk Show, and More.

In  this episode we chopped it up with NBA Champion Dorell Wright about what he's been up to since COVID hit, fatherhood, NBA Career, his dope Text Message Talk Show concept, family and much more! Tap in for a great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Nov 03, 202049:37
S2 | EP8 | Jeff Johnson Talks Fatherhood, His Platforms Men Thrive + Journacy, Mindset, & More.

S2 | EP8 | Jeff Johnson Talks Fatherhood, His Platforms Men Thrive + Journacy, Mindset, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with your favorite cousin, Jeff Johnson. In this episode we dived into so many great topics including who Jeff is as a father, his relationship with his father, mental health, going from a surviving mindset to a thriving mindset, his platforms Men Thrive/Journacy, and more. Tap in for a great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa and Men Thrive.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Oct 27, 202001:47:52
S2 | EP7 | Beleaf in Fatherhood Talks Being a Dad, Relationship with his Father, Mental Health, & More.

S2 | EP7 | Beleaf in Fatherhood Talks Being a Dad, Relationship with his Father, Mental Health, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Beleaf in Fatherhood, a super dope fatherhood content creator with many amazing YouTube videos. You may have also seen Beleaf on the Anthony O'neal show or Oprah's 100 Black Fathers segment on OWN. We got a chance to talk to him about everything from fatherhood, his relationship with his dad, mental health, his transition from music to content creation, and much more! Tap in for a great  conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Oct 20, 202057:34
S2 | EP6 | NBA Vet & Entrepreneur Al Harrington Talks Fatherhood, Voila Brands, Business, & More.

S2 | EP6 | NBA Vet & Entrepreneur Al Harrington Talks Fatherhood, Voila Brands, Business, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with former NBA Vet and current entrepreneur Al Harrington. We got the opportunity to talk about everything from fatherhood, how his relationship with his father impacted him, how CBD helped change his grandmothers life and how it led to his company Viola Brands, and much more. With Al being a big advocate for CBD, find out what he feels about his kids when it comes to smoking and the use of CBD. Al also dove deep into his journey to the NBA and some of his favorite moments of his career. Tap in for a great  conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Oct 13, 202047:52
S2 | EP5 | Cincinnati Bengals Guard Shaq Calhoun Talks Fatherhood, NFL Career, and More.

S2 | EP5 | Cincinnati Bengals Guard Shaq Calhoun Talks Fatherhood, NFL Career, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with former Mississippi State, Miami Dolphin, and now Cincinnati Bengals Guard Shaq Calhoun about his NFL Career, Fatherhood, how his relationship with his father impacted him, and more. Tap in for a great  conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Oct 06, 202039:14
S2 | EP4 | Legendary Comedian Damon Williams Opened Up About Fatherhood, Comedy In Our New Normal, and More.

S2 | EP4 | Legendary Comedian Damon Williams Opened Up About Fatherhood, Comedy In Our New Normal, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with legendary comedian Damon Williams about everything from comedy in our new normal, all the great Chicago comedians, fatherhood, obstacles he's overcame in fatherhood, his relationship with his father, and more. Tap in for a great conversation, let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Sep 22, 202001:17:08
S2 | EP3 | King of Comedy Ced The Entertainer Talks Comedy Career, Fatherhood, Relationship with his Father, and More.

S2 | EP3 | King of Comedy Ced The Entertainer Talks Comedy Career, Fatherhood, Relationship with his Father, and More.

In  this episode we chopped it up with legendary comedian Cedric The Entertainer about his career, newest show "Greatest at Home Videos" on CBS, fatherhood, his relationship with his father, and MUCH more. He even told us who would've made a better dad between him and Steve Harvey on the Steve Harvey Show! Tune in to this great conversation about fatherhood with one of the greatest comedians of all time. 

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa and The Kinloch Doc.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Sep 15, 202001:03:50
S2 | EP2 | Harlem Globetrotter Tay Fisher aka Firefly Opens Up About Fatherhood & More.

S2 | EP2 | Harlem Globetrotter Tay Fisher aka Firefly Opens Up About Fatherhood & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Tay "Firefly" Fisher about his amazing fatherhood journey. He also opened up about his career as a Globetrotter, his relationship with his father,  and much more.

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin (@bryant.martin_ph)

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Sep 08, 202001:09:30
S2 | EP1 | 76ers Forward Mike Scott Talks Life in the NBA Bubble, Favorite Career Moments, His Growth as a Father, and Much More.

S2 | EP1 | 76ers Forward Mike Scott Talks Life in the NBA Bubble, Favorite Career Moments, His Growth as a Father, and Much More.

In this episode we chopped it up with NBA Vet Mike Scott, currently of the 76ers about the NBA Bubble, his favorite NBA moments, how he's grown as a father, his dynamic relationship with his father, and much more. 

This Episode is Sponsored by Black Santa and the Ari Foundation.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

Production - Bryant J. Martin

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Sep 01, 202052:04
Ep 14 | Dee Brown Talks Winning the 1991 NBA Dunk Contest, Being Drafted by the Celtics, Police Brutality, Fatherhood, and More.

Ep 14 | Dee Brown Talks Winning the 1991 NBA Dunk Contest, Being Drafted by the Celtics, Police Brutality, Fatherhood, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Dee Brown, 12 year NBA Vet, 91 Slam Dunk Champ, and current VP of Integrated Player Development for the LA Clippers about everything from fatherhood, police brutality, the Last Dance Doc, playing 1-on-1 with his daughter Lexie Brown, and more. Let's vibe!

This Episode is Sponsored by the Ari Foundation.

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys) 

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex) 

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road" 

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com


Jun 30, 202001:05:12
Ep 13 | Legendary Journalist Ed Gordon Talks Fatherhood, George Floyd, Letter to his Father, and More.
Jun 23, 202041:07
Ep 12 | La Guardia Gross Talks Fatherhood, YouTube Collaborations, Mental Health, & More.

Ep 12 | La Guardia Gross Talks Fatherhood, YouTube Collaborations, Mental Health, & More.

In this episode we chopped it up with super dope Content Creator La Guardia Cross about all things Fatherhood, his relationship with his father, how he got started with YouTube, Mental Health, and more. Let's vibe!   

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)   

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)   

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"   

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Jun 16, 202001:03:15
Ep 11 | Reno Wilson Talks Fatherhood, His Role on NBC's Good Girls and More.
Jun 09, 202001:11:16
Interlude: We Talked Fatherhood & More with D'Anthony of The Dad Vlog
Jun 07, 202039:36
Ep 10 | Rob Hill Sr. Talks Fatherhood, His Book Hope For Love, Self Help, and More.

Ep 10 | Rob Hill Sr. Talks Fatherhood, His Book Hope For Love, Self Help, and More.

In this episode we chopped it up with Rob Hill Sr. about his books The Missing Piece & Hope For Love,  who he is as a father, his relationship with his biological father, how his stepdad made an impact on his life, and more. Let's vibe!  Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)  Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)  Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"  For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com
Jun 03, 202001:02:01
Ep 9 | Kyren Gibson aka @Kyng_Kyren Chopped It Up About Fatherhood, His Growth as a Man, & More.
May 26, 202001:06:38
Ep 8 | 12 Year NFL Vet & Literacy Advocate, Brandon Carr Talks All Things Fatherhood.

Ep 8 | 12 Year NFL Vet & Literacy Advocate, Brandon Carr Talks All Things Fatherhood.

In this episode we chopped it up with an amazing father, 12 year NFL vet, and Founder of Carr Cares & Lit Buddies Box, Brandon Carr. Tune in as Brandon opened up about who he is as a father, how his parents laid a great foundation for his success, his favorite NFL moments, Lit Buddies Box, and much more! Let's vibe!

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

May 19, 202057:45
Ep 7 | Sean Williams, Founder of The Dad Gang joined us to chop it up about all things Fatherhood.

Ep 7 | Sean Williams, Founder of The Dad Gang joined us to chop it up about all things Fatherhood.

In this episode we chopped it up with an amazing father and Founder of The Dad Gang, Sean Williams. Tune in as Sean opened up about life in quarantine, who he is as a father, how he got started with The Dad Gang, his favorite moments so far, and much more! Let's vibe!

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)

Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

May 12, 202001:08:58
Ep 6 | Keith Smith of the Atlanta Falcons talks Fatherhood, NFl Career, #MakeFullBacksGreatAgain, and more.

Ep 6 | Keith Smith of the Atlanta Falcons talks Fatherhood, NFl Career, #MakeFullBacksGreatAgain, and more.

In  this episode we chopped it up with Atlanta Falcons Fullback Keith Smith about life, what he's been up to in quarantine, fatherhood, his relationship with his father, his NFL Career, Vayner Sports, and more. Let's vibe! 

Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)    

Cohost -  Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)   

 Song by - Jayson Lyric feat.  Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"    

For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 28, 202053:17
Ep 5 | NBA All Star Brad Beal talks fatherhood, his favorite moments in the league, life in quarantine, and more.
Apr 21, 202042:39
Ep 4 | Comedian Alex Thomas Talks His 25+ Years in Entertainment, Fatherhood, Breaking the Cycle, and more.

Ep 4 | Comedian Alex Thomas Talks His 25+ Years in Entertainment, Fatherhood, Breaking the Cycle, and more.

In this episode we chopped it up with actor/comedian Alex Thomas about his amazing career, fatherhood, parenting styles, breaking the cycle, his new Netflix show "MoTown Magic", and more. You may also know him for his roles in The Players Club, The Wash, The Jamie Foxx Show, and much more. Let's vibe! Host - Matthew Kirby (@meand3kirbys)   Cohost - Co-Founder, Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)   Song by - Jayson Lyric feat. Taylor Morgan "Yellow Brick Road"   For more: Follow @dear.fathers on Instagram | dearfathers.com

Apr 14, 202048:47
Ep 3 | Glenn Robinson III of the Philadelphia 76ers talks fatherhood, the Ari Foundation, coronavirus, Kobe, and more.
Apr 07, 202001:03:46
Ep 2 | Actor Marcus Henderson talks Fatherhood, John Singleton, his role on Snow Fall, and more.
Mar 31, 202001:12:29
Ep 1 | Featuring NBA Sharpshooter and Philanthropist Anthony Morrow
Mar 24, 202055:23
Interlude - Featuring Co-Founders Jesse Alex & Lamar Johnson Jr.
Mar 15, 202052:32