15 Minutes with Dad | Emotional Resilience & Co-Parenting

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to break generational cycles and rise from the wreckage of trauma and abandonment? In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams sits down with his mother to explore a story of survival, strength, and generational healing . Growing up during the chaos of the 1980s drug epidemic, Lirec’s mother became a parent at just...

Send us Fan Mail What does healing look like when you’ve never had a father to model it for you? In this heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams sits down with Edwin Jones for a vulnerable, truth-filled conversation about navigating fatherhood while healing from a fatherless childhood . Together, they explore what it means to show up for your children— emotionally, consisten...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could navigate the complexities of fatherhood with wisdom and grace—even without older mentors to guide you? In the premiere episode of our Fatherhood Speaks series on 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams welcomes Lloyd and Fuego —two inspiring fathers of five—who share their deeply personal stories of growth, mistakes, and triumph in the journey toward impactful...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the co-parenting landscape can feel like trekking through an emotional minefield, but it doesn't have to be that way. Join us as we reveal transformative strategies for turning co-parenting from a battle zone into a collaborative, child-centered alliance. Dive into the heart of communication techniques that don't just patch up differences but rebuild foundatio...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the power of resilience and learn the secrets to authentic leadership with Suhaiba Neill, a remarkable author and entrepreneur, in our empowering new episode. Suhaiba joins us to share the wisdom from her book "Like a Girl: 22 Leadership Lessons for Women on the Rise," discussing the delicate balance between standing strong and knowing when it's time to pivo...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a child of immigrants grows up in a home filled with pressure, misunderstanding, and emotional distance—and then becomes a father himself? In this powerful episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams sits down with Deryck , a father reflecting on his turbulent journey through adolescence, rebellion, and personal growth. Raised in a strict, achievement-dr...

Send us Fan Mail How did we get to this point?  Mariah is learning to navigate the dating world and I am pulling my hair out trying to navigate it as well.  Here are some effective strategies to navigate. Support the show Stay Connected with 15 Minutes with Dad: 🌐 Website: Explore additional resources and updates on our healing journey at 15MinuteswithDad.com. 📱 Follow us on Social Media: Instag...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , we sit down with Alex , a respected community father who reflects on his journey from son to father—and the powerful transformation that came from confronting his own relationship with his dad. Through stories filled with honesty, love, and hard-earned wisdom, Alex shares how the lessons he learned (and sometimes didn’t learn) fro...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of "Healing with Lirec," I navigate through the complexities of relationships. Join me on this candid journey of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment as we explore the transformative process of facing and overcoming deep-seated wounds. Subscribe now for an honest and inspiring conversation that aims to empower and connect with listeners on...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop running from your pain—and finally turn to face it? In this deeply personal and courageous episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams steps into the spotlight of his own story in the first installment of Healing with Lirec . He unpacks the hidden layers of childhood trauma , family dynamics, and emotional pain that shaped his path—and reveals h...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop running from your pain—and finally turn to face it? In this deeply personal and courageous episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , host Lirec Williams steps into the spotlight of his own story in the first installment of Healing with Lirec . He unpacks the hidden layers of childhood trauma , family dynamics, and emotional pain that shaped his path—and reveals h...

Send us Fan Mail How do we begin to heal when the past still echoes in our present? In this deeply reflective episode of Healing with Lirec , host Lirec Williams opens up about the powerful connection between trauma recovery and the journey toward becoming a more present, whole, and grounded version of ourselves. Through personal stories and vulnerable insights, Lirec explores the long-lasting imp...

Send us Fan Mail You won’t believe the news we have for you…   Our family is expanding! 👶🏽✨ Never thought we’d be saying this again—but here we are, overflowing with love, excitement, and just a little shock. In this special episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , we’re sharing the joy, the story, and all the feelings behind this unexpected blessing . From the initial surprise to how we broke the news...

Send us Fan Mail "Sometimes you have to fight for the right to be a father." That truth hits hard in this raw and reflective episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , where Lirec Williams is joined by a circle of devoted brothers who are unapologetic about their daughters and relentless about being present—no matter the obstacles. In a powerful group conversation, these entrepreneurial fathers op...

Send us Fan Mail In this raw and heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , things got a bit heavy—but necessarily so. Lirec Williams sits down with his daughter Mariah for a vulnerable and deeply personal conversation about the emotional nuances of the father-daughter relationship . Together, they explore how a father’s presence, tone, and decisions can shape not only a child’s experience—but als...

Send us Fan Mail In this emotionally rich episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , things got a bit heavier than usual—but for all the right reasons. Lirec Williams sits down with his daughter Mariah to have an open and vulnerable conversation about how a father’s presence—his energy, choices, and emotional tone—shapes the way a child sees both him and herself. Through laughter and heartfelt moments, the...

Send us Fan Mail How does your mental health affect the people you love most? In today’s heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , Lirec and Mariah open up about their individual mental health journeys —one from the lens of a teenager, the other from a father—and how their emotional ups and downs impact their family’s emotional well-being . From moody mornings to overwhelming moments, they share...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a father gives his daughter the mic—and asks how she really feels about how she’s being raised? In this honest and emotionally layered episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , Lirec Williams sits down with his daughter Mariah for a vulnerable, unscripted conversation about her childhood perspective and their evolving father-daughter relationship . From moments of love an...

Send us Fan Mail In this unforgettable episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , Mariah takes full control of the mic—and the questions. What starts as a casual conversation quickly turns into a powerful exploration of what it’s really been like for her to grow up with Lirec Williams as her dad. What makes this episode special? Lirec doesn’t hold back. He opens up about the fear he felt becoming a father a...

Send us Fan Mail We have brought in the New Year on a good note.  I have done well with my Resolution and Mariah takes into her close friend group and their rather interesting personalities. Support the show Stay Connected with 15 Minutes with Dad: 🌐 Website: Explore additional resources and updates on our healing journey at 15MinuteswithDad.com. 📱 Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @15minute...

Send us Fan Mail We just wrapped up Christmas and now we’re gearing up for the New Year—with laughter, reflection, and a whole lot of love. In this lighthearted and heartfelt episode of 15 Minutes with Dad , Lirec and Mariah share a father-daughter bonding moment filled with funny stories, holiday highlights, and a candid look at their hopes and expectations for the year ahead. 🎯 In this episode,...