Dear Fathers Podcast

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)Follow Mike Hill (@itsmikehill)For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

Mookie Betts, MLB MVP and World Series champion for the LA Dodgers, discusses the profound connections between fatherhood and his athletic career. He opens up about the supportive upbringing that shaped him, highlighting the importance of family during his journey in sports. Mookie shares the joys and challenges of parenting, particularly his hopes for his daughter, Kenley. He also reflects on mental health and community engagement, while teasing an upcoming documentary on Jackie Robinson. This heartfelt conversation showcases his dedication to family and sport.

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

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)Follow Clifton (@itscliftonpowell)For more: Follow @dear.fathers on  Instagram | dearfathers.com

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

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

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

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

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

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