The Dad Project

Nemash opens up about the moment his marriage ended and how it shattered him. He talks about the shock, the embarrassment and the fear of judgment that followed. The separation forced him to confront years of ignored emotions, poor coping habits and the quiet belief that he was not enough. In this conversation he speaks honestly about loneliness, depression and trying to hold himself together whil...

Owais grew up battling a stammer and years of bullying. The daily pressure at school, the fear of speaking and the constant judgement from others shaped his confidence and the way he saw himself. He carried those wounds into adulthood, hiding behind image, performance and the need to be accepted. In this episode he talks openly about the loneliness he felt as a child, the anxiety that followed him...

Bindy is the father of Naroop and international artist Jay Sean. His story begins in Delhi and later Southall, where he grew up watching his uncle become one of the first Indian businessmen in the area. That early influence shaped everything Bindy believed about success, responsibility and what a man is expected to carry. He admired his uncle deeply but also saw the hidden pressure behind the succ...

Arun became a single dad in 2019 after losing both of his parents and going through a divorce. His daughter went to live with his ex, her side of the family pulled away, and he found himself parenting his son while feeling completely alone. In this episode Arun talks honestly about grief, separation and the shock of seeing his whole life change in a short space of time. He shares how stepping back...

Kiran became a single father after his marriage ended. In the early days he was overwhelmed by separation, sudden life changes and the pressure of learning how to parent an autistic child on his own. He talks honestly about asking for more time with his son, why he felt uncomfortable even though he knew he was entitled to it, and the long journey toward a 50 50 arrangement. He shares the challenge...

Aaron Dale is the founder of @raisingboys_2men, a fast growing Instagram community with over 560,000 followers. Known for his honest parenting content, Aaron uses his own childhood experiences to help fathers show up better for their sons. In this conversation, Aaron opens up about being raised by his mum while his father lived nearby with another family and saw him in secret. He talks about the i...

Raj became a single father to two young daughters. The early days felt overwhelming, waves of blame, anger, confusion and moments where he didn’t know who to talk to or what to do next. He describes the emotional cycles many men go through after separation, how thoughts spiral, and how guilt and pressure sit on your shoulders when you’re trying to keep life steady for your children. Raj also talks...

In this inspiring episode of The Dad Project, Brenton Amedee, a single father, investment banker, and entrepreneur, opens up about his journey to overcoming challenges and thriving after divorce. Brenton shares how he balanced raising his children with managing a career in banking and running a successful outdoor laser tag business. Through heartfelt stories, Brenton talks about embracing vulnerab...

Brenton balanced banking, running a business and raising his children after separation. The pressure almost broke him, but the love for his kids pushed him through every difficult moment. He opens up about loneliness, sacrifice, rebuilding confidence, and finding strength when life feels impossible. This is a story every father, husband and man should hear. Themes: Lone parenting Men coping with p...

Raj became a single father during COVID. Weeks after his daughter’s birth, separation meant losing the early moments every dad dreams of. In this episode, he talks about the grief, the guilt and the pressure he carried, and how he rebuilt his bond with his daughter through resilience, community and emotional honesty. If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding your life together by a thread, Raj’s sto...

Many men never speak about the moment everything falls apart. For Naroop, it was the end of a 26-year relationship and the shock of becoming a single father to a young daughter. In this conversation, he shares how he rebuilt his identity, found strength in the darkest period of his life, and created The Dad Project as a space for honest talks about men’s mental health, fatherhood, healing and self...

Imagine the strength, the resilience, and the love of a single father. The Dad Project is here to share stories that inspire, challenge, and celebrate single fathers of colour. Season 1 is hosted by Naroop Jhooti, highlighting both struggles and victories. Join us on this journey, with the first episode launching on the 14th November across Spotify and YouTube .