S2 Ep54: Getting Creative with Brandon Busy Rivera
This week we sit down with Brandon “Busy” Rivera, Head of Creativity at Cinematic Music Group. I wanted to find out how a dad like Busy, that's always busy, gets down and encourages his daughter to get creative. He hooked us up and told us why #FatherhoodIsLit Connect with Busy on IG at @busyrivera (http://instagram.com/busyrivera) Cinematic Music Group (http://Cinematicworldwide.com)
39m Aug 05, 2020
39m
S2 Ep53: When Dad Needs Quality Time
This week I had to basically beg my kids for some quality time together at home. I used threats and implemented a simple rule, 1 person wins 2 games and we are done. They thought they were slick, I was slicker. Find out how I got my quality time in with the kids and how you can do the same. 
12m Jul 22, 2020
12m
S2 Ep52: The Swagger Dad w/ Danny Reyes
This week we sat down with the homie Danny Reyes, aka Swagger Dad, to talk style and swag as a father. If you’re like me, having a stain FREE shirt is as stylish as we get and Danny made sure to let us know that style is what YOU make of it! Tune in to get your swag on #FatherhoodIsLit  To Contact Danny:  IG & ALL Social Media: @swaggerdad  Website: http://SwaggerDad.com To Contact #Father...
52m Jul 15, 2020
52m
S2 Ep51: Reselling with your kids
Reselling is the new wave but it’s always been around! Kids and even adults are reselling march and other goods to make huge profits. My son wanted in, I took the opportunity to teach him about entrepreneurship. Here’s what we learned together.   For more:  Website: cool4dads.com (http://cool4dads.com/) IG: @FatherhoodIsLit  Twitter: @FatherhoodIsLit  
13m Jul 08, 2020
13m
S2 Ep50: From Hip Hop to Fatherhood w/ Rob Markman
This week I had the honor to talk fatherhood with one of the OGs of Hip Hop, Rob Markman. Rob has become one of the most respected journalists in the game and has even taken his dream a step further by releasing his own album titled Write To Dream. We covered how Hip Hop plays a role in his fathering and so much more. Tune in #FatherhoodIsLit To hit up Rob Markman: Instagram: @robmarkman (ht...
42m Jul 01, 2020
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S2 Ep49: The Essential Dads, Yup That's Us #FatherhoodIsLit
I am, better yet, we are Essential Dads! We all may not be first responders and we might not all be an essential employee but that doesn't mean that we are not essential to our kids. We matter and in this episode we covered 2 big reasons why we are ESSENTIAL. Salutes to all the dads out there making a difference. Got something to say? Follow us @fatherhoodislit on all social media channels and...
9m Jun 24, 2020
9m
S2 Ep48: #FatherhoodIsLit with Chuck Creekmur of AllHipHop.com
This week we sat down with Chuck Creekmur who is an og in the hip hop journalism game and is the founder of http://AllHipHop.com We talked about fatherhood, how hip hop has influenced his life and how he is teaching his daughter about the culture. Chuck dropped gems and even talked about a concert he took his daughter to with Jay Z and Jay Electronica. My type of concert.  For more on Chuck: F...
59m Jun 17, 2020
59m
S2 Ep47: Marching For Equality w/ Your Kids
#BlackLivesMatter My son and I marched alongside 1000 protestors on Staten Island for equality! It was one of those moments that hard to describe but easy to feel and I wanted to fill the community in on why it was important to be there fighting for what's right. Remember we matter and so do the lessons we teach, make your presence felt 
17m Jun 10, 2020
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S2 Ep46: Keeping it Hip Hop with DJ EFN
This week we sit down with Hip Hop legend DJ EFN. I wanted to find out how he handles being a father while also working in the industry. He kept it real like he does on both of his famous podcasts and didn’t hold back. Let’s get it. #FatherhoodIsLit To contact DJ EFN  IG: @whoscrazy  (https://www.instagram.com/whoscrazy/) Podcasts: The Drink Champs (https://drinkchamps.com/) & Fatherhoods Podca...
57m Jun 03, 2020
57m
S2 Ep45: Making Videos With Your Kids
Making videos with your kids can be fun but when you have a goal in mind, it can get REALLY frustrating real QUICK! I learned that the hard way as we made a paid video for the #dadscare series brought to you by Dove Men + Care. Listen in for the cheat code on making videos with your kids. To check out our video hit up Dove Men + Care youtube account or click HERE! (https://www.youtube.com/watch...
10m May 27, 2020
10m
S2 Ep44: Ned Schaut: Journaling Can Help Your Fathering
You ever used journaling to step your dad game up? We sat down with Ned Schaut creator of the Fatherhood Legacy Journal and the dope podcast Rebel and Create: Fatherhood Field Notes, to find out how he is using a journal to become a better father. He dropped gems on how a visual representation of your goals can go a long way in business and #dadlife. He kept it super real and dropped gems for t...
46m May 20, 2020
46m
S2 Ep43: Real World Lessons: 6ix9ine & Attention
Last week 6ix9ine made his return to the real world and had the internet going crazy! I caught a piece of his Instagram live with my son and the lessons started pouring in. Sometimes we as dads need real word activities to fuel our lessons, this was one of those days. Tune in to hear 3 of the lessons I had to share with my son thanks to a kid with rainbow hair.   #FatherhoodIsLit 
7m May 13, 2020
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S2 Ep42: Being Yourself with Julian Mitchell
I love being myself and love getting paid to be myself. This week I sat down with my friend Julian Mitchell founder of IQ Labs and Get Paid To Be Yourself to chat about #dadlife and more. He filled me in on how he is working to make sure his son knows he can be himself, get paid for it, and how we can do the same. It starts with self-belief and he dropped gems all about it. Get inspired and rem...
1hr 8m May 06, 2020
1hr 8m
S2 Ep41: Benefits of being there, they are plentiful
As fathers, we can dwell on the negative or find a way to appreciate the positive things that are thrown our way. I know it’s not easy but even this pandemic has its positives. When will we ever get to spend this much time with our family? For this episode, we talk about a few of those positives and why YOU should appreciate them.  Follow us on IG: @FatherhoodIsLit (http://instagram.com/fatherh...
10m Apr 30, 2020
10m
S2 Ep40: Where You Came From w/ Vic Medina
Remembering where you came from can be a huge deal for dads like Vic Medina. He has friends like Jay Z and Romeo Santos and is an executive at Roc Nation but that hasn’t changed the person that he is. This week we talked about Vic’s come up, how he is making sure to teach his kids about hustling, loyalty and never forgetting where you came from. This was raw and real, don't sleep. To contact Vi...
57m Apr 22, 2020
57m
S2 Ep39: Staying Strong with Kenny "Clutch" Thomas
Staying strong during rough times is easier said than done, but possible. This week we had Kenny aka The Dancing Dad come through and talk to us about staying STRONG! We all needed this conversation. Stay safe, stay healthy, stay STRONG! To get in contact with Kenny Thomas: IG: @kennyclutch_ (https://www.instagram.com/kennyclutch_/) Website: kennyclutchspeaks.com (https://www.kennyclutchspeaks....
48m Apr 15, 2020
48m
S2 Ep38: Flipping The Script w/ Jason Wallace
I don't do politics but there's no denying the power of it when used for the right things. This week I sat down with my homie Jason Wallace who happens to be the Executive Director of the Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys at the DC Mayor's Office. He kept it so real and told us why he is fighting for dads every day with Flip The Script. We need people like Jason in politics and I'm so proud t...
59m Apr 08, 2020
59m
S2 Ep37: Everybody Is Home #sendhelp
When trouble hits, #RealFathers step up to the plate but with this pandemic, well things are just a little too crazy! Everybody is home now and for many of us, this new normal is driving us crazy lol. Me included and due to that, I wanted to share a few dad hacks that have helped me with the first few weeks of having a full household 24/7.   Chances are we are going to need a part 2, so if you ...
10m Apr 01, 2020
10m
S2 Ep36: The Life Of Dad with Art Eddy
The Life Of Dad is on full display all over the internet! Art Eddy knows this because he co-founded one of the 1st sites to showcase this. This week I sat down with Art to talk about creating the globally known website, The Life Of Dad, The Art Of Fatherhood Podcast he produces and of course my favorite, life as a SNEAKER DAD!  Art is someone I respect big time and you should too. Tune in to le...
46m Mar 25, 2020
46m
S2 Ep35: Being Grateful, The New Normal
With all the craziness around us, we sometimes forget how far we have made it. We take for granted the little things that made us who we are, the best FATHERS out there. 
8m Mar 18, 2020
8m
S2 Ep34: The Black Fathers Foundation with Matt Prestbury
No matter how manly or tough you are, there comes a time when a DAD needs another DAD, but where do we go when in need? This episode I sat down with Matt Prestbury, founder of the Black Fathers Foundation and the Black Fathers facebook group. His group has over 67k dope FATHERS with something to say. Dude is representing for Baltimore and the dads in a huge way. Tune in. For more on Matt: Donat...
47m Mar 11, 2020
47m
S2 Ep33: Fatherhood Is A 24/7 Gig
This week I was able to represent for the dads at a conference called Dad2.0Summit (https://dad2.com/) in the DC area! While there I connected with so many dads that firmly believe Fatherhood is a 24/7 gig. Check out how and why we are always on. Make your presence felt, #FatherhoodIsLit
11m Mar 04, 2020
11m
S2 Ep32: Trucking & Fathering with Gerren Hoffman
When you think about trucking or the trucking DAD you picture someone that’s always on the road. At least that’s what I thought until I got to learn more from this week's guest Gerren Hoffman. Gee as we call him, is an owner/operator of a trucking company called Hoffman Transportation and tells us how a trucker gets busy as a father. He dropped gems on being a longshoreman to business owner but...
30m Feb 26, 2020
30m
S2 Ep31: Teaching Your Kids About Losses
I am a huge competitor! Due to this, I have learned how to take a loss and turn it into something positive. Now I'm trying to teach my son the same thing and man, it's not easy. In this episode, we dig into some of the ways I teach my son and kids around me about losses. Hit me up at James@cool4dads.com or on ig @fatherhoodislit (http://instagram.com/fatherhoodislit) to tell me how you teach YO...
10m Feb 19, 2020
10m
S2 Ep30: DADVICE with Chuck Dizzle
We all need advice when it comes to this thing we call FATHERHOOD!  This time around I got my homie Chuck Dizzle from the West Coast to come through and represent for the dads! He told us how life is as a radio host, hustler and how he is able to snag DAD ADVICE from some of the hottest musicians out there.   Chuck Dizzle kept it all the way a 100  with these gems. Tune in and get your DADVICE ...
50m Feb 12, 2020
50m
S2 Ep29: One Resolution, Multiple Goals
This week we are starting off discussing new year resolutions but with a twist. I could never create a list of resolutions and resolutions shouldn’t feel like a "to do" list So I do things a little bit differently here. I only focus on one resolution a year and that is to work on becoming a better FATHER every day. That's attainable and we can work on that every single day without even thinking...
9m Feb 05, 2020
9m
S1 Ep28: #GoodDadGang With Termanology
We sat down with #GoodDadGang Founder and lyricist Termanology to talk about everything fatherhood. He kept it real from his battle for custody to building a brand that has people tattooing his company logo on them. Some do it for the gram, others leave a legacy. Daniel Carrillo told  us why #FatherhoodIsLit
39m Dec 18, 2019
39m
S1 Ep27: Modern Day Stay At Home Dad
Times are changing! Staying at home to care for your kids and family used to be a motherly thing to do, but now dads are stepping up to the plate.  No matter the reason, maybe they are starting businesses from home as I did, dads are putting in work and are proud to do so. Check out how the Tamron Hall Show made me realize that society hates on us for being there but our families ultimately win!
14m Dec 11, 2019
14m
S1 Ep26: Class Trips with Latif "Jet" Rivers of the Harlem Globetrotters
I love going on CLASS TRIPS with my kids and found a father who loves it just as much as I do. Latif "Jet" Rivers of the famous Harlem Globetrotters came through and dropped some gems on why it matters to make time for your kids. From touring the world with the Globetrotters to class trips, Latif showed us why #FatherhoodIsLit, especially with school trips! For more on Latif "Jet" Rivers: Follo...
29m Dec 04, 2019
29m
S1 Ep25: Giving Thanks To Fatherhood!
Thanksgiving wasn't a big deal in my household, then I had kids. Without them, life wouldn't be the same. Because of them, I am able to be thankful on a day that really didn't matter. Find our why I rather deal with their craziness than the alternative. Hit us up on IG, FB and Twitter: @FatherhoodIsLit
11m Nov 27, 2019
11m
S1 Ep24: The Fight For Custody with Chad Milner
Some episodes make you want to try something new while others keep you motivated on being the best dad you can be! For this one, we had our friend Chad Milner come through and talk to us about getting custody of his daughter. It was deep and I hope you feel the same way.  Follow Chad on all social media channels @imchadmilner  Website Singledadventure.com Listen to his daughter's podcast at Cyd...
1hr 23m Nov 20, 2019
1hr 23m
S1 Ep23: Dad's Can't Always Be The Bad Cop
I'm usually the bad cop of my household. My wife has it in her but leaves most of the disciplining to me because I complain the most. But this past weekend I got to witness her become the bad cop and I loved it. Listen to why I believe kids need both parents disciplining them and how we can encourage more of it. As always, make YOUR presence felt. Hit the site at cool4dads.com or hit us up at @...
10m Nov 13, 2019
10m
S1 Ep22: They Are Our Little Giants with Ivan Rivera
Hip Hop and Streetwear go hand in hand where I am from. Streetwear just like Hip Hop has become the staple for today's generation and we sat down with the founder of Little Giants, Ivan Rivera to learn what it takes to start a dope brand for kids. Think it's easy? Think again, Ivan dropped gems!!! For more visit https://wearelittlegiants.com/
51m Nov 06, 2019
51m
S1 Ep21: Sacrificing For Your Kids
A lifetime of dope memories is exactly what your kids need! To get there, #RealDads have to sacrifice things. We give up our time, our comfort and more to make sure our kids have the best childhood they can have. In this episode, we covered some of the sacrifices we make and why they matter. Hit us up on social media channels with @FatherhoodIsLit 
12m Oct 30, 2019
12m
S1 Ep20: Beleaf In Fatherhood with Glen Henry
There's no denying that #RealDads believe in their kids and themselves! In this episode of the podcast, we sat down with lyrical wordsmith and OG of fatherhood content Glen Henry to discuss what it takes to run a business in the parenting space. We covered how he became so dope and how he applied all of his skills from the music side of things to take over youtube with dope content for families...
50m Oct 23, 2019
50m
S1 Ep19: Kids Lie, Use It As A Teachable Moment
Kids lie just like adults and just like adults the reason why they do it varies. What we do when we catch them lying matters and for this episode, we talked about 3 lessons we can teach our kids after we bust them. No one likes a liar, especially as we get older, make your presence felt and educate your kids! We matter #FatherhoodIsLit 
10m Oct 16, 2019
10m
S1 Ep18: Investing In Your Kids' Music Career w/ Mike Loco
We all want to invest in our kids' career choices but how far are we willing to go? Are you willing to put your career on hold or permanently kill it to support your kids? What if they told you they wanted to become Hip Hop artists? Will you keep that same energy? Our guest Mike Loco is helping his kids and others become forces in the Hip Hop industry, find out what it takes to do so. Give @mik...
51m Oct 09, 2019
51m
S1 Ep17: Admitting When You Are Wrong, It's A Dad Must
Admitting when you are wrong is one of the most gangster things anyone can do especially when you might think you were right. In this episode, I covered how an IG post had me apologizing to the community while most people told me it wasn't necessary. Teach your kids that it's ok to admit when you are wrong, what isn't is acting like it never happened. #FatherhoodIsLit
10m Oct 02, 2019
10m
S1 Ep16: Podcasting While Fathering With Rich Butler
I get asked all the time about starting a podcast and my answer is always the same, just do it! I am a firm believer that you can learn anything by actually trying, failing and learning as you go. However; that's not the way we all operate so I asked my friend Rich Butler, CEO and founder of Rage Works Podcasting Network to help me out. Podcasting is huge and with his help, YOU TOO can have you...
54m Sep 25, 2019
54m
S1 Ep15: Unconventional Ways To Invest In Your Kids Come Up
There are so many ways to invest in your kids come up, you probably heard them all. On this eposide we talked about unconventional ways to invest in your kids that might be fun for you as well. You can never go wrong investing your kids, make your presence felt! 
10m Sep 18, 2019
10m
S1 Ep14: Don't Be That Sports Dad w/ Manny Digital
Are you a sports dad? Not the dad that supports his kid but the dad that gets on everyone's nerve? You know the type and we all have done it before. This week I sat down with Dribble N Dimes and Fatherhoods Podcast host Manny Digital to talk about ways to prevent becoming THAT DAD! Gems were dropped, make your presence felt! 
48m Sep 11, 2019
48m
S1 Ep13: Dads Need & Should Take Paternity Leave
I once heard it was soft to take paternity leave to be there for your child's birth and 1st few weeks. It was by far the dumbest thing I ever HEARD! Being there early helps you create a quicker bond, you get to be there to see some of your child's 1st moments and you get to help the mother of your child recover so she can be her best self while raising your legacy! Use it, it's soft not to! 
14m Sep 04, 2019
14m
S1 Ep12: Will Video Games F**K Your Kids Up w/ HipHopGamer
I love playing video games and so do my kids but I'm always mindful of how much time they get to play. I always asked myself will Video Games F my kids up? For this episode, I chat with HipHopGamer who is making a killing in the video game world. He hooked us up with some gems! 
43m Aug 28, 2019
43m
S1 Ep11: Your Kid Is The Featured Presentation
Kids love representing for their parents, especially when their parents are around. For this episode, I focused on why YOU should be there to support your KIDS especially when they are the FEATURED PRESENTATION. As always, make YOUR presence felt, we matter!
10m Aug 21, 2019
10m
S1 Ep10: #SquatForChange With Donte Palmer
When's the last time you saw a usable, CLEAN changing station for your kids? Finding one is like winning the lotto at times but that's about to change with Donte Palmer. Find out why he started #SquatForChange and why Pampers took notice. #FatherhoodIsLit
32m Aug 14, 2019
32m
S1 Ep9: They Play Sports For Different Reasons
I'm a sports dad! I love them all but basketball is my 1st true love. I am also the coach and father of a child that plays organized basketball. The love that I have for the game, my son lacks. Here's how I remind myself that they play for different reasons and that's perfectly OK! #FatherhoodIsLit
7m Aug 07, 2019
7m
S1 Ep8: Dads Are The Real Superheroes with Jason Mayden
Talking about being a superhero and actually being one are 2 different things. For this episode, we sat down with the founder of Super Heroic to find out what it takes to become the superheroes dads really are. 
35m Jul 31, 2019
35m
S1 Ep7: Joining A Dad's Group
Dads are funny characters, making friends isn't always the easiest and asking for help... well pride usually gets us and will have us going at it alone. Joining a dad's group has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Listen to find out why I joined one and even became an integral part of a national group.
9m Jul 24, 2019
9m
S1 Ep6: Helping Your Kids Profit Off Of Their Social Influence with Lamar Tyler
Want to teach your kids about creating and profiting from those creations? It's not easy but we got YOU covered! We asked our homie Lamar Tyler, who is the creator of Traffic, Sales & Profit to hook us up. Listen in, he dropped some gems for rea,!
37m Jul 17, 2019
37m
S1 Ep5: Money Lessons That Won't Bore Your Kids
How are you teaching your kids about money? You know the educational system isn't doing it, so it's up to us! Hear how I teach my kids about money without boring them. #FatherhoodIsLit
12m Jul 10, 2019
12m