

Dope Black Dads Podcast
Dope Black Dads Podcast
The Dope Black Dads Podcast is an adult-only podcast for all parents or adults preparing for parenthood. Led by Marvyn Harrison with contributions from the Dope Black Dads leadership as well as a host of special guests from the world of healing, media, parenting, TV/film, music, and beyond. We discuss everything from co-parenting, masculinity, and the Black experience all the way to our favourite Netflix show. Don't listen if you're expecting conversations about nappies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 24, 2022 • 15min
The Effects Of Inflation
In this episode, Umar speaks on our current reality, the rising cost of living specifically; energy, diesel, petrol and food costs that are affecting most of us. He touches on the contributors to the rise in inflation and how ethnic households are the most vulnerable, with some people no longer being able to afford to pay bills completely.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2022 • 1h 12min
Art As A Form Of Documenting Culture And Change
Marcus is in conversation with Darren Sital-Singh, who is the Managing Director of Studio PI, an award-winning artist management agency that specialises in the promotion of underrepresented talent. He is passionate about building brands with purpose and teams with positive and inclusive cultures. They discuss the importance of using art as a form of documenting change and culture, as well as the significance of diversity and inclusion in the creative sector.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers to create a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 2022 • 52min
Teaching Children About Bullying
Marcus is joined by Winston Ashby, who is the executive director of the PARTI Program which provides activities for youth that build racial equity, safety, culture, wellness and gender equality. Leveraging nontraditional forms of leadership development and core programs, they focus on mentorship, leadership and most importantly, civic engagement. They discuss his experiences as a father as well as issues around bullying and trauma that affect children in various ways.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 2022 • 46min
Mental Health In The Black Community
Cameron is joined by Dr Curtis Jasper, a human behaviour specialist who uses a psycho-emotional, psycho-spiritual, decolonized, non-clinical therapeutic approach to individual therapy, group therapy & couples counselling while specialising in Black Man issues with his own experiences. They discuss his personal experiences and how mental health is addressed in the black community.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 2022 • 1h 1min
Aggressive Parenting And Trauma In Children
Cameron is joined by Adrian Mack, whose foundational purpose is the liberation, freedom, and strengthening of African Americans. He has committed his life to the development of African American youth and families by serving in multiple community capacities and is the co-founder of Black Family Blueprint. They discuss fatherhood, aggressive parenting styles and how this could possibly affect children in different ways.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 2022 • 56min
The System Film Roundtable Interview
Cameron and other journalists are in conversation with film stars, Tyrese Gibson and Terrence Howard discussing The System movie. They address issues around racism, private prisons and the normalisation of majority of black and brown men being put in the prison system as well as its psychological effects. They speak on the message around the narrative of the film and how it's making affected them individually, as black men.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 2022 • 58min
Navigating Custody For Fathers
Marcus is joined by Kareem Chadly, founder of Dad's Evoking Change, an organisation that raises awareness and supports fathers as they navigate the family court system. They discuss Kareem's personal journey and battles as a father and how D.E.C provides support for low-income fathers who want to positively parent their children.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2022 • 44min
Becoming A Provider
Marcus is in conversation with Henri Kusi-Appiah, a father and businessman who immigrated to the UK from Ghana when he was 7 years old. His daughter describes him as selfless and caring, regardless of trouble openly showing emotion due to generational trauma and the cultural stigma around being a black man. They discuss his culture shock upon his move as a child to becoming a carer and provider for his family.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 2022 • 1h 3min
Learning Through Personal And Artistic Growth
Marcus is in conversation with Dapz On The Map, a Birmingham musician who aims to inspire and spread positive messages through his music and a proud father of 3. They discuss his upcoming debut album, Landed. His musical journey, personal and artistic growth as well as his children's influence.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 2022 • 53min
Creating Generational Wealth In Black Communities
Cameron is in conversation with Cedric Nash aka, “Your Millionaire Mentor,” the founder of The Black Wealth Summit annual event, author and investor who educates, inspires and motivates wealth-building in the African American Community. They discuss getting comfortable talking about money, closing the wealth gap and creating generational wealth in our communities.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community. Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDadsIf you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.