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Father Hoods

Father Hoods

By DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital

From the creators of The Drink Champs, come... insider Hip-Hop Stories, Parenting Advice and Therapy Sessions from devout Hip Hop heads.

Father Hoods is a weekly podcast where DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital discuss being fathers and how they parent from a Hip-Hop perspective. In their rap sessions they get into their child raising strategies, fears and joys - all while serving as each other's trusted council in figuring out how NOT to screw up being good dads.

They're often joined by guests from around Hip Hop culture to share their own parental takes and lend some advice to the cause.
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#80: AntiVirus feat. Ruste Juxx

Father HoodsMar 17, 2020

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Rhymes and Diapers feat. Kardinal Offishall
Nov 17, 202001:01:30
#115: Spankonia

#115: Spankonia

Remember before you were a Dad how much attention you paid to being fly? The Father Hoods talk about what fashion was like for them pre-fatherhood and how much care they now put into having their offspring be fly.

DJ EFN shares a tough moment he had putting his daughter in timeout. He also shares a funny thing his daughter does to exclude her baby brother from the family. We give EFN a few tips he can try to see if his daughter will come around.

P.S. We got some dope fan love from Father Hoods listener and FlyDad Daniel Guerra that we talk about on this episode.

Tune in and hear about...

🎤 The extent to which we care about our kids being FLY

🎤 The funny thing DJ EFN's daughter does to exclude her little brother from the family

🎤 Strange disciplining tips by Manny Digital

This episode is brought to you by FlyDad. Get ready for the world's best baby bag made exclusively for Dads! To get it first, subscribe at www.flydadgear.com and take advantage of a BIG pre-launch sale.

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

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Nov 10, 202057:15
#114: Hell Raisers
Nov 03, 202042:12
#113: Politics **Election Special**
Oct 29, 202047:23
#112: PADRE feat. ILL MASCARAS
Oct 27, 202050:03
#111: The Book Report feat. N.O.R.E.
Oct 20, 202058:35
#110: Child Care Book feat. MC Eiht
Oct 13, 202058:15
#109: Father Hoods Worldwide feat. Smoke DZA
Oct 06, 202052:40
#108: If You're A Father Listen to This
Sep 29, 202044:51
#107: Make Dads Matter Again feat. Cipha Sounds
Sep 22, 202052:05
#106: Legend of Father Hoods
Sep 15, 202055:44
#105: You're Not My Dad feat. Pounds

#105: You're Not My Dad feat. Pounds

What do you want your kids to remember you as? We touch on this topic with Rochester, NY rapper Pounds. He tells DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital about being a hard working father of 4. We kick it about his love of marijuana and how he DOESN'T want his kids to remember him as the best drug dealer, but as the best rapper. We learn his tactics around discipline and even get some jewels about choice vegan eats we should consider ASAP!

We learn about the upcoming Big L biopic where he plays the role of fallen emcee Big Pun and a little about what you can expect from his recently released project There Is No Mafia.

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

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Sep 08, 202052:39
#104: Mister Be a Father To Your Child feat. Edo. G

#104: Mister Be a Father To Your Child feat. Edo. G

Before we kick off the episode there's an important initiative we wanted to get you familiar with. It's called Operation Underground Railroad. This effort exists to rescue children from sex trafficking all around the globe. Check out the website and raise your awareness. No child should ever be subjected to this insane reality. 

Now... this has been a long time coming. On this episode of the Father Hoods podcast we learn what led to the creation of fatherhood anthem "Be a Father to your child." Boston legend Edo. G joins us to talk about that experience and how raising his kids at the different stages of his life has been. We talk about...

🎙 Edo. G's son learned how his dad Moved the Crowd overseas

🎙 Relating to today's music

🎙How major "I Gotta Have It" was

🎙Discipline

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

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Sep 01, 202049:49
#103: Dirty Baby Biz feat. Flee Lord
Aug 25, 202001:03:46
#102: FHP Presents Dadsville w/ Director Michael Garcia

#102: FHP Presents Dadsville w/ Director Michael Garcia

You know the phrase you can do anything if you put your mind to it? Well, on this episode we explore that with music video director Michael Garcia and how he's using his recent MTV Video Music Award nomination as an example for his daughter. Michael breaks down the sacrifices and trials experienced as a separated father trying to make it, while being ever present in his daughter's life. 

What's the verdict on that Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion joint WAP? The Father Hoods talk about it and try to give a fair assessment. Whether or not they succeeded... that's up to you to decide.

Have you voted yet? The VMA's are on the way and our guest, Michael Garcia, has a directorial nomination we need to help bring home the W for! Go vote for Machine Gun Kelley's "Bloody Valentine" for best Alternative video over at http://www.mtv.com/vma/vote/

ARE YOU TIRED? Is it because you have a baby in the house and have NO DAMN CLUE how to get some rest!?

We got you! Jump over to www.FlyDadGear.com and click on Sleep Hacks for your FREE guide to catching some Zzzz'! You'll even be put on the "Day 1" list of father's who will get first dibs on the fly ass baby bag being developed just for dads!

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

RATE, REVIEW, SCREEN SHOT and TAG us on social media! Don't forget to check out the shop and cop yourself some OFFICIAL Father Hoods merch to support the show - Shop Here!

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Aug 18, 202059:03
#101: Back on our B.S.

#101: Back on our B.S.

Aug 11, 202051:43
Father Hoods Number 100
Aug 04, 202051:44
#99: Unapologetic Dad Trap feat. Open Mike Eagle
Jul 28, 202055:16
#98: Dad Gets Over feat. Jerry Barrow
Jul 21, 202050:12
#97: U P B R I N G I N G
Jul 14, 202043:29
#96: In Father Hoods We Trust feat. 38 Spesh
Jul 07, 202034:04
#95 Good Kid, M.A.A.D Happy feat. David Cannady
Jun 30, 202044:24
#94: Quarantined Kids feat. R.A. The Rugged Man

#94: Quarantined Kids feat. R.A. The Rugged Man

On this episode the Father Hoods kick it with with rapper, screenwriter, film producer/director R.A. The Rugged Man. We learn about his decision to raise his kids abroad. 

We tap into his childhood and learn about the connection R.A. and DJ EFN share when it comes to the Vietnam war. We rap about the insanely quick studies our kids are when it comes to new tech. We also learn about R.A.'s kid's love for horror flicks.

R.A. gets into some of his music and gives us a sense of what went into the making of his latest project "All My Heroes Are Dead."

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

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Jun 23, 202044:26
#93: The Father Hoods Theory
Jun 16, 202041:54
#92: Playground w/Skyzoo
Jun 09, 202040:56
#91: Father
Jun 03, 202043:18
#90: Sleepy Time feat. Infamous (Hip Hop Producer)
May 26, 202045:08
#89: Dads' Instinctive Travels Thru the Paths of Fatherhood
May 19, 202056:14
#88: Father Hoods: Ya'll Nasty feat. Cey Adams
May 12, 202001:36:50
#87: Get Off The Phone feat. Ishmael "butterfly" Butler

#87: Get Off The Phone feat. Ishmael "butterfly" Butler

On this episode of the Father Hoods we break bread with legendary artist Ishmael "butterfly" Butler (formerly of the infamous Digable Planets). 

We talk about the release of his latest Shabazz Palaces project "The Don of Diamond Dreams." He tells us about his upbringing and how that has contributed to his parenting style. We learn about him supporting his son, Lil Tracy, as he battled drug addiction. 

Before we close the episode we talk a little hoops and have Ishmael connect the dots on how he ended up playing Division 1 for John Calipari.

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May 05, 202044:08
#86: Daddy Dysfunction w/ George Spits

#86: Daddy Dysfunction w/ George Spits

We open to the horrible news of the passing of rapper Fred The Godson to COVID-19. We send our condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

It has now been over a month since we've gone into our personal lock downs. With all that's happening around us we wonder if once this is all said and done, will our kids have been desensitized to the impacts of this pandemic?

We also welcome in George Spits of the Llama Beats crew to talk about his parenting adventures, smoking the marijuana, alcohol and what got him inspired to do the #rapdadchallenge on social media.

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Apr 28, 202035:16
#85: Fatherhood: A True Story w/Adam22

#85: Fatherhood: A True Story w/Adam22

On this episode we switch things up! We're joined by fellow content creator and soon to be first time dad Adam22, of the popular "No Jumper" podcast. We dive into what he's expecting life to be like with a child and what concerns loom in his head. 

We learn about his upbringing and how he believes that will play into his fatherhood style. We even get put onto the Youtube page where he and his girlfriend, Lena the Plug, are documenting their pregnancy journey. 

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Apr 21, 202044:17
#84: Fear of a Brown Diaper feat. Trackstar The DJ

#84: Fear of a Brown Diaper feat. Trackstar The DJ

Your Father Hoods are back! This time we're joined by the official tour DJ of infamous rap group Run The Jewel's,  known as Trackstar the DJ. We shoot the breeze and explore what fatherhood has been like for him over the last year and a half. Trackstar puts us onto...

  • how he got started in Hip Hop
  • how he ended up touring with Run the Jewels
  • his bouncing baby daughter
  • and why he considers himself to be a professional rap fan

The fellas get into some of the wild behavior they've witnessed from their offspring and catchup on recent COVID-19 impacts to their lives.

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting... from the Hip Hop perspective!

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Apr 14, 202001:00:59
#83: Dad's Home
Apr 07, 202042:41
#82: Pop... What's the Deal? (w/ Cipha Sounds)
Mar 31, 202053:33
#81: Lots More Time
Mar 24, 202052:08
#80: AntiVirus feat. Ruste Juxx
Mar 17, 202031:35
#79: Boo Hoo feat. Phresher
Mar 10, 202036:26
#78: Father Hoods Is Tired

#78: Father Hoods Is Tired

When your kid enters those TERRIBLE TWO's parenting levels up! On this episode DJ EFN asks the rest of the Father Hoods about their experiences dealing with this stage, and gets a few tips to help weather the storm.

Break ups suck. Somehow the guys get into talking about split custody of kids and the incredibly difficult situations children are put through when their parents decide to call it quits.

Heard the one about the "Doomsday cult mom" and her missing kids? The Father Hoods discuss and go down a rabbit hole the likes you've probably never seen.

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting.

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Mar 03, 202056:27
#77: P.N.B.T. (Please No Back Talk) w/ Wrekonize

#77: P.N.B.T. (Please No Back Talk) w/ Wrekonize

The lyrical one, Wrekonize, stops by the Father Hoods Podcast to update us on his twin boys, taking a year off from touring and why he started his brand new GTFOH podcast. Rock with us as we explore the internet sensation #RapDadChallenge and try and identify its origins. We also touch on the coronavirus and how serious (or lack thereof) some of us take our public bathroom hygiene.

Treat yourself and listen to the Father Hoods podcast every Tuesday for genuine experiences through the journey of parenting.

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Feb 25, 202054:23
#76: Daddy's World w/ Jacques Webster (Travis Scott's Dad)
Feb 18, 202046:38
#75: The Blankie
Feb 11, 202044:39
#74: Co-Sleepers
Feb 04, 202040:36
#73: Kids That Rock
Jan 28, 202052:16
#72: Father Hoods (The Podcast)
Jan 21, 202052:10
#71: Scribble Scrabble (w/ Adam Fu)
Jan 14, 202056:60
#70: Naps, Avoid Tantrum Attacks (w/Paul Wall)
Jan 07, 202057:50
#69: Year 2020 🎉
Dec 31, 201946:06
#68: Silence Be Still
Dec 24, 201925:07
#67: Thr33 Dadz
Dec 17, 201926:17