In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Mick Gerhardt   - Father, Son, Attorney about his divorce and how that impacted him and his daughter. We talk about what he learned from his Dad, who died when he was 15. Please leave a review and share! Thanks for listening! Get in contact with Mick: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mick-gerhardt-076858/ email: [email protected] Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Kevin Franklin Jr.  -Husband, Son, Brother, Youth Behavioral Health Professional, Online Health and Wellness Coach, High School Football Coach about how his dad is his Super Hero! We talk about how seeing his Dad's example propelled him to mentor kids and become a fitness coach.  Thanks for listening, and please leave a review! What does Fatherhood mean to you? Fatherhood means setting the tone for the little one following your lead. We all need to lead by setting the right example Get in contact with Kevin Franklin: Facebook.com/kfranklin2/ IG @: k_frank_fitness Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode, Dr. Raheem Young and Sir Royce Briales talk to Reginald Van Appelen about how he didn’t start saying I love you to his daughter until she brought it to his attention. Reginald's advice to dads: “Spend as much meaningful time with your kids as you can” Have meaningful conversations” Get Connected with Reginald: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-van-appelen-b4064b139/ email: [email protected] Website: https://www.shieldsforfamilies.org/home-2/covid-19/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rvanappelen/ https://www.instagram.com/sff_fatherhood/ Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to George Stewart ll.-Husband Father, Brother, Son, Social Impact Leader, Educator teaches middle school, advocacy, NAACP Community Service, Families as Allies about his experiences raising his daughter and autistic son. We also talk about how his dad (now a Minister)  was in/out of the home growing up and on drugs and how that impacted him. Thanks for listening and leave a review! George/’s advice to any father: Be there not just monetarily….be there for  mind/body/spirit Discipline with love Be Proactive and not reactive Get in contact with George Stewart ll LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/george-stewart-ii-369358199 email: [email protected] Website: www.Faams.org Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Branden McLeod, Ph.D., MSW - Husband, Dad, Brother, Son, Assistant Professor, about receiving his Ph.D. while raising young children (ranging from ages 5 and 8) and finding balance. We also talk about his journey from Philly to Maryland to now in Chicago and what he has learned as a dad along the way. Thanks for listening and please leave a review. What does Fatherhood mean to you, Branden? "Fatherhood includes a lot of important facets. A few of these components are selflessness, leadership, and care. All of these things components depend on fathers’ emotional and physical presence, accessibility, and dependability /responsibility." Branden's advice to any father: "Embrace each moment!" Get in contact with Branden McLeod EMAIL: [email protected] Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Shwinn Appleton -Father, Brother, Son, Entrepreneur, owner of Push2BeGreat about breaking generation curses. We also talk of how his dad was in the streets when he was young and dating advice for his teenage daughter and son. We talk about how he watched how hard his grandfather worked and used bits and pieces of other men in his life while his dad was not there. What does Fatherhood mean to you, Shwinn? Fatherhood is such an immense segment in the way you view how you were raised versus how you’ll operate as a parent. The education that allows for both the child and the parent is part of the journey. It’s an amazing journey that requires you to push yourself each and every day as a parent. Shwinn’s advice to any father: “Start to think outside the box” “Expect the best from your kids’ “Diversify your kids’ activities and experiences” Get in contact with Shwinn Appleton https://www.facebook.com/Push2BeGreat/ https://www.instagram.com/push2begreat/ https://twitter.com/Push2BeGreat email: [email protected] Website: https://push2begreat.com/ Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Brandon Balkcom  - Son, Family Care Coordinator at Southwest Transplant Alliance about how he started out not having his Dad in his life. When his dad started coming back into his life, he taught him how to talk, how to smell,  and how to be black in America. We also talk about how his coaches also helped him grow up, build his confidence, and do things with purpose. Thanks for listening, and please leave a review! What does Fatherhood mean to you? Foundation comes from us 1st. Brandon Balkcom’s advice to any father: Create a space for the child to be the best they can be. Get in contact with  Brandon Balkcom IG- Btb1985 Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Genesis Bencivenga Sr.  - Mother, Daughter, Sister, Entrepreneur, Principal, Chief Executive Officer at Lorenzo's Delectables at Lorenzo's Frozen Pudding. We talk about starting a business with her dad selling banana pudding throughout Chicago. We also talk about how her dad instilled perseverance in her and her siblings growing up. Thanks for listening! What does Fatherhood mean to you? EVERYTHING. I love being a dad and I am blessed to have 2 amazing kids and an amazing wife!  Genesis Bencivenga Sr.’s advice to any father: Keep going no matter what!!  Get in contact with Genesis Bencivenga Sr: www.lorenzosfrozenpudding.com  [email protected]         Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood:  WTF Linktr.ee  Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Jeffery Ferrell   - Father, Son, Brother, Financial Educator. We talk about his journey to become a financial educator and how he has taught those lessons to his sons. We also talk about his father’s experiences with racism and how to communicate those lessons to them and so much more! What does Fatherhood mean to you? It is a tremendous responsibility to provide, protect, and prepare my children to fulfill their Kingdom purpose. Jeffery Ferrell’s advice to any father: “Build the connection between you and your kids and nurture the relationship.” Get in contact with Jeffery Ferrell https://howmoneyworks.com/jefferyferrell https://wealthwave.com/jefferyferrell Instagram: Jefferyhowmoneyworksferrell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WealthXWisdom Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF Linktr.ee Be Well. You already are. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message

In this episode of WTF Interviews, Sir Royce Briales and Dr. Raheem Young talk to Soul Immortal - Father, Brother, Entrepreneur, YouTube Influencer. We talk about his experience of divorce and what it means to go monk. We also speak on how he left corporate America to get ready for his son to live with him full time. Please leave a review and share! Sol's advice to any father: “Don’t stay married for the kids...it could do more harm than good.” “Always understand that your kids are watching you.” Book Recommendations: The Resurrection by Neville Goddard….The Alchemist...The Science of Getting Rich….You 2: A High-Velocity Formula for Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum Leaps Get in contact with Soul Immortal YouTube Instagram: _immortalmindz Website: https://immortalmindz.com/ Get connected with Welcome to Fatherhood: WTF LinkTr.ee Be Well. You Already Are! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wtf-interviews/message