Dope Black Dads Podcast
Dope Black Dads Podcast
CATEGORY: Society & Culture
The Dope Black Dads Podcast is an adult-only podcast for all parents or adults preparing for parenthood. Lead 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, the black experience all the way to our favourite Netflix show. Don't listen if you're expecting conversations about nappies! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Helping Your Child With AnxietyGrowing up in the age of anxiety can be challenging for both parents and children. Anxiety can present quite differently depending on the age group. In this episode, we explore ways parents can support their ki… -
The Gravity of White SupremacyAuthor, broadcaster and educator, Jeffrey Boakye, discusses issues surrounding education, race, masculinity and popular culture. His new book, ‘ I Heard What You Said’ aims to bring a necessary call to action i…
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Turning Trauma into ArtIn this episode we are joined by award-winning director, choreographer, and writer, Lanre Malaolu. We talk about his experience as a Black actor, his journey into the acting world and his most recent stage prod…
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Parenting & Culture, Marriage & SeparationIn this episode Marvyn Harrison is joined by Bushra Shaikh. The two talk about the ways parenting changes as your child enters teenage years, breaking traditional roles in parenting, marriage and separation as…
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6 Parenting Hacks To Help With School RunsJoin Marvyn Harrison as he gives out 6 parenting hacks to help with school runs. From setting up the kids uniforms to easy and healthy breakfast meals. What's one parenting tip you live by? Dope Black Dads is…
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Naming Your ChildIn this episode, we talk about naming your child after a woman who picked a name for her little boy has been left questioning her choices after staff at their nursery made a seemingly innocent comment. Has anyo…
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Masculinity In The Modern WorldWe're back for part 2 in South Africa with Khaya, Pule and Sfiso. In this episode they join Marvyn in a conversation about the weight of black masculinity in the modern world. What does masculinity mean to you…
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Can 4-year-olds shop on their own?Today's dilemma is about a parent who sparked outrage online after asking if she can send her 4-year-old son to go to the shops on his own. Do you think children should be given more independence at a young age…
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Masculinity In The Modern WorldMarvyn is back in South Africa with Khaya, Pule and Sfiso. In this episode, they discuss what masculinity means to them as Black men in the modern world. Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the nar…
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Parenting And DisciplineIn this episode we talk about a dad who has been told that he uses the 'time out' method too frequently with his daughter after she gave herself a time out after a meltdown. Do you think he's being too hard on…
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Community, Conservatism and Self-Determination with Shaun BaileyShaun Bailey joins Marvyn to discuss the sense of community that has motivated him. They discuss his views on conservative politics and how they are influenced by the values he gained growing up as part of a st…
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'I helped my daughter with her first period - my furious wife says it wasn't my place'Happy Thursday! In this episode, we talk about a father who recently helped his daughter when she started her first period. However, his wife wasn't happy, feeling as though he'd overstepped into her role as a…
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Fatherhood and Childhood DreamsMarvyn sits down with Khaya, Pule and Sfiso. The four fathers speak about their childhood dreams and the dreams they see in their children. Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and hav…
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How Do Your Kids Inspire You?This week Donald is joined by Umar, Stephen and actor Okezie Morro, who created Tata Storytime which is a platform where Black actors tell black stories for kids. The group discuss how his daughter was the ins…
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Overcoming Baby Loss***Trigger Warning*** This episode contains discussion about suicide and Baby Loss.Baby Loss is something that affects so many in the Black Community but so rarely spoken about. In this episode Donald shares hi…
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Who Is The Best Black British Footballer of All Time?Former footballers, Troy Townsend, Marcus Gayle and Michael Duberry join Donald this week to reflect on the passing of the young footballer Jeremy Wisten They discuss mental health support within football, deal…
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William Adoasi: Fatherhood as an EntrepreneurEntrepreneur and CEO of Vitae London William Adoasi joins Donald on this week's podcast to discuss everything from his journey to fatherhood, becoming a successful business owner and the importance of family al…
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Black Men with Mixed ChildrenMarvyn welcomes two new dads to the community - actor Oliver Alvin Wilson and personal trainer Tyrone Williams. They discuss how their work and industries have been impacted by the COVID-19 lockdowns as well as…
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Child Q, Black Children Overpoliced and Disproportionately SanctionedIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Anna and Dr. Aziza from Black Female Doctors UK, a non-profit organisation of medics, dentists, surgeons, scientists and PhD holders aimed at empowering and supporting each…
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Money, Budgeting and Financial PlanningIn this episode, we are joined by Ken Okoroafor, The Humble Penny. Having achieved financial independence at age 34, Ken is now on a mission to help 10,000 stressed professionals, entrepreneurs, and families. W…
