More Than A Dad Podcast

The guys talk about learning  about the love languages (3:30). As a  man providing and your partner comes with monkey wrench in your monthly budget (11:30). Understanding your partner’s love language (12:10). Taking notes on your girl’s needs and wants (19:44). Macro vs Micro in relationship (22:09). Me or Target (25:09). My opinion don’t matter (26:30). How this get made up (29:45). Do your kids...

The guys are joined by South Philly Legend, Tasker Icon, The People’s Champ, Independent Rapper, Entrepreneur, husband and Father Kre Forch. Kre talks about his struggles of getting married young (2:43) and his wife’s influence to get him out the streets (3:52). He talks about being prideful and not wanting to get a regular job (8:30). Kre talks about being introduced to fatherhood by being a step...

The guys have a heartfelt conversation about losing their fathers. Lou talks about what it was like having an older dad and describes the relationship as being on borrowed time (2:05). Lou on the grieving process (4:05). He has a “scare” before his father really passed (9:45). Mystery stories of Lou’s last visit with his dad (14:04). The real phone call of Lou’s dad passing (17:01).  Dre’s talks a...

The guys are joined by Ricky Chase Da Green an upcoming Philadelphia Rapper and one of Lou’s childhood friends. Ricky begins the show off talking about the challenges of co-parenting from two different households (1:17). He shares his experience of being incarcerated and missing the early stages of his children lives (4:52). Ricky breaks down what it means to be the oldest child (5:56). He talk ab...

The guys start off with Lou sharing his experience working from home with his daughter (1:12). The Manny story about Uncle Dre (5:41). Dre talks about guys value shouldn’t be attach to money (7:45). How do you feel about going 50/50 with your partner (17:45). Paying for daycare for multiple kids vs your partner being a staying home mom (21:00). Breastfeeding out of necessity (22:01). Things you do...

The guys are joined by Uze, a  father of seven. He shares his story of having two women pregnant as a sophomore in high school (3:00). He talks about how having children young effected his schooling (10:10). He discusses having four kids before graduating high school. He talks about going away to  prison for three years and how that effected his relationship with his children (12:30). He shares hi...

The guys are joined by one of Lou’s high school teammates Michael Digiacomo. They talk Uncle duties, pay homage to his dad and his journey as an Tattoo artist/entrepreneur. (1:44) Starts Off By Talking About Being An Uncle (8:30) Open Conversation About The Impact Of A Parent Being Sick On A Child (16:00) Mike Talks About How He Got Into Tattooing (22:50) Discuses Some Of The Struggles Trying To G...

The guys are joined by their best friend Kadeem. He breaks down the difference in the personalities of his daughters (1:57). He talks about his experience of having hood twins (4:17). Kadeem wild toxic story (13:57). Kadeem talks about being put on child support being he had a job (20:00). The child support numbers game (28:00). How does it work being put on child support for two kids (32:25)? How...

The guys are joined by one of their close friends Jamal Wilson. He shares his story of being a professional basketball overseas and watching his son’s birth on FaceTime (2:06). The guys talk about their experiences at the hospital during the birth of their children  (6:26). Mal explains how he felt to be present for the birth of his daughter (12:18). Mal talks about learning how to recharge as a m...

The guys are joined by a very special guest that role models what it truly means to be more than a dad- Darren “Dit” Watson. They discussed the cause and effect of arguing in the household in front of the kids (4:27). Dit shares his stance on his children’s mother bringing their new boy friends around his kids (5:24). He talks about the fear of starting over with a new born again (10:30) and the s...

The guys are joined by a special guest Hugg Williams, someone Lou grew up with in South Philadelphia. They discussed the importance of raising all of his kids together (3:01). Hug explains his struggle of trying to get his child’s mothers to look at him as a better person (6:58). He speaks about leaving the street life after the birth of his son (8:28). Lou shares the Cell Phone Story (12:51).  Th...

The guys are joined by Dre’s Fiancé Baby Dad Brandon. Brandon shares the back story of how him and Dre became cool (4:00). They even highlight a time when they were doing drops and exchanges with their daughter (13:23). Brandon explains what its like having “Hood Twins” (19:24). He discussed his journey in fatherhood, growing up and facing his insecurities (24:30).  Dre talks about his relationshi...

The guys are joined by serial entrepreneur, digital creator, author, husband and super dad - Blacky Chad. They have an open discussion about the appropriate time to tell your non-biological child about his/her biological parent (3:12). Black shares a personal story about his daughter and his insecurities as her father (20:25). The guys introduce a new segment called “Dad Confessions” (25:52). They...

Seth breaks down his definition of a hands on dad (1:30). The guys discussed  the different worries for our children as black dads and white dads (2:56). Seth talks how he was disciplined as a kid and why he doesn't physically discipline his children (12:12). He shares his journey as freelance actor, director and producer (15:02). Seth talks about the pros and cons of freelancing and having a...

Episode 7 the guys are joined by one of their close friends Tone, as they discuss being raised by a single mom and the challenges of having a dad with a drug issue. Tone provided interesting views on trades, having children young,  disciplining your kids and step parenting. Enjoy all this laughs this was a good one.  (2:24) Talks About Being A Step Parent (7:25)  Effect Of Being Raised By A Single...

The guys are joined by Lauren a full time mom, a full time student with a full time job. She shares some of her challenges raising a son while being a single parent (1:24). She talks about the challenges she faces having to put  her emotions to side with the other parent for the sake of the child (3:54). She talks about her village and creating your own support system (8:02). She discussed what it...

The guys catch up and Dre shares his experience of battling COVID over the holidays (1:06). They finally discussed the epic social media kitchen debate (3:26). They talk about setting expectations for your kids and “living through their kids” (10:40). The guys even talk about everyone least favorite part of parenting, disciplining your children (19:06). They conclude with a very interesting discus...

Episode 4 the guys are joined by a very special guest Mil. Mil is a 2x single father (1:27) and he speaks to the challenges of being a single parent (2:20). Mil walks us down the road to his introduction to fatherhood (3:45). We discuss his journey in becoming an entrepreneur (5:25) and the importance of having a barbershop in the neighborhood (7:32). Mil spoke about successfully being able to kee...

**Bonus Episode**   Welcome to Episode 1 of the Parent Journal presented by More Than A Dad Podcast. Episode 1 is titled “Some Help” where  Lou breaks down his son growing independence with his daily task. Lou pulls inspiration from his son to preserve through adversity. He discusses not caring about what other people think and coming to the realization that struggling is apart of the process. Rea...

Lou and Dre catch up about  "Dad Life" (1:00) and breaking generational curses (2:00). They discussed accepting that their children are growing up in a different generation and having to trust your children's judgement (10:00). The guys talk about finding the balance between being a parent and being a friend (18:05). They discussed creating an environment where your children feeling...

The guys are joined by Lou's wife Varnia Mobley, where they discuss the unique story of how their relationship started. They begin with their expectations of a prospective parent (4:30) and blending different parenting styles (7:00). They shared what they learned about themselves becoming a parent (10:50). They discuss the importance of couples therapy (13:07) and Varnia talks about her strug...

Welcome to the More Than A Dad Family!!!  Lou and Dre breakdown why More Than a Dad Podcast was created. They share their introductions to fatherhood (3:55) and talk about being financial stable having when having children (9:25). Dre breaks down his struggle co-parenting (14:39). They dedicate the creation of this platform to their fathers. Be sure to share this podcast with a parent (18:21). The...