Dear Fathers Podcast

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S4 | EP6 | Actor Curtiss Cook Talks The Chi, Fatherhood, & More. Jul 26, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up with the super dope actor and amazing father Curtiss Cook most recently known for his role on Showtime's hit show "The Chi." We got a chance to learn about the ups and downs of his acting career, his upbringing, who he is as a Father, and much more. Tune in to learn more about who Curtiss is as a black man/father and be sure to check out "The Chi" every Sunday on Showtime, SALUTE!
Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)
Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
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S4 | EP5 | TV Personality Mike Hill Talks Fatherhood, Blended Families, & Mental Health. Jul 12, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up with amazing father Mike Hill, who is a TV Personality known for his time at ESPN and most recently the Black News Channel. During this conversation we got a chance to dive into Mike's upbringing without his Father, who he is as a Dad, his relationship with his wife Cynthia Bailey, how he goes about co-parenting, and more. Tune in to learn more about who Mike Hill is as a black man/father, SALUTE!
Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)
Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
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S4 | EP4 | MLB MVP Mookie Betts Talks Fatherhood, Career, and Much More. Jul 05, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up MLB MVP and Word Series Champ Mookie Betts of the LA Dodgers about all things Fatherhood, his relationship with his parents, his career, and much more. Tune in for an impactful conversation as we learn more about who Mookie is as a black man/father, SALUTE! Episode also available anywhere you get your podcasts.
Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)
Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
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S4 | EP3 | Isaiah John Talks Being a New Father, Snowfall, and More. Jun 28, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up amazing actor Isaiah John about his role on Snowfall, his upbringing, his relationship with his Father, and who he is as a new Dad to his baby boy. Tune in for an impactful conversation as we learn more about who Isaiah aka Leon from Snowfall is as a black man/father, SALUTE! Episode also available anywhere you get your podcasts.
Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)
Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
Follow Isaiah John (@isaiahkjohn)
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S4 | EP2 | Clifton Powell Talks Fatherhood, Son Dating Sasha Obama, More. Jun 21, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up with legendary actor Clifton Powell about his acting career, his relationship with his Father, who he is as a Dad, and about his son Clifton Powell Jr. dating Sasha Obama. Tune in for an impactful conversation as we learn more about who Clifton is as a black man/father, SALUTE! You can now watch the Full Episode on our YouTube as well, Subscribe Today - Dear Fathers on YouTube.

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
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S4 | EP1 | Dreamville's Lute Talks Fatherhood, Mental Health, and More. Jun 14, 2022

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In this episode we chopped it up Dreamville Records artist Lute about his music, fatherhood, dealing with anxiety/depression, his relationship with his Dad who recently passed away, and much more. Tune in for an impactful conversation as we learn more about who Lute is as a black man/father, SALUTE! You can now watch the Full Episode on our YouTube as well, Subscribe Today - Dear Fathers on YouTube.

Host - James Meeks (@iamjamesmeeks)

Co-Host - Jesse Alex (@meetjessealex)
Follow Lute (@lute_west9)

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S3 | EP11 | Lecrae Talks Fatherhood, Music Career, Mental Health, & More. Aug 03, 2021

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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)

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S3 | EP10 | Kel Mitchell Talks Child Stardom, Family, Fatherhood, and More. Jul 20, 2021

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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

S3 | EP9 | New Orleans Saints All-Pro LB Demario Davis Talks Fatherhood, Football, Faith, & More. Jul 13, 2021

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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

S3 | EP8 | KevOnStage Talks Fatherhood, Road To The Top, Failed Hoop Dreams, Relationship with Parents, and Much More. May 25, 2021

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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

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