Father Matters

On today's show, we discuss SNAP with Jessica Beresford of Father Matters. A record 20% of American households, one in five, were on food stamps in 2013, according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).The numbers also show there was a record number of individuals on food stamps in 2013 and that the cost of the program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), was at...

On today's show, we discuss Tender Lions, Building The Vital Relationship Between Father and Son part 2 with Brian and Jeff Becker. Raising a boy to become a man is not something left to chance. Tender Lions is for anyone looking to strengthen their father-son relationship. Written by a father and son team, this book is a raw, unfiltered look at what it’s like when the love and trust that was once...

On today's show, we have returning guest Chris Radoccia and Richard Cunningham from the radio show MAN UP and LEAD. We have all heard jokes about "who wears the pants in the family." Yet leadership in the home is no laughing matter. During the last few decades our culture has redefined the meaning and responsibilities of man and woman in society and in the home. Many men are confused and insecure....

On today's show, we discuss Representing Yourself In Family Court with Family Law Attorney Wendy Hernandez. Before getting started, it is important for people to understand that there is a lot to know about court. Do not assume that you understand the law, the process, or the procedures involved. This is not the kind of information that people usually pick up in their everyday lives. People often...

On our show today, we discuss Fathers for Scholars with Steve Browning. Fathers for Scholars (F4S) is a dedicated group of people who are passionate to help present-day father’s be victorious over the current challenges they face. Fathers for Scholars endeavor to support young fathers who never benefited from the enrichment of a male role model in the home while growing up. We assist these deservi...

On today's show, we discuss Grandparents raising Grandchildren with Victoria Gray. Many grandparents in this care taking role underestimate or are unaware of the added burdens their new role as "parents" will place upon them. Grandparents often assume their role will be to nurture and reward children without having to set limits. When grandparents serve as primary caregivers, however, they must le...

On today's show we discuss Helping Boys Thrive. A live panel recording of Professionals and Community Leaders. Parents and professionals today can sense the hunger in boys for innovative parenting and effective education. In nearly every academic and behavioral marker, boys and young men are struggling. While some males get to the top of corporations and government quite well, millions of males ar...

On today's show, we discuss Restore My Civil Rights with Michael Harris. Restore My Civil Rights (RMCR) is a full-service document preparation agency that understands exactly what you are going through, because we have been there ourselves and are here to not only guide you through the process of restoring your constitutional rights, but to also mentor you in the process of doing so. We are surviv...

On today's show, we discuss Fathers and Daughters with Jeffrey Shears, PhD. A dad's involvement in his daughter's life is a crucial ingredient in the development of a young woman's self-esteem. Verbal encouragement, being consistently present in her life, being alert and sensitive to her feelings, taking time to listen to her thoughts and taking an active interest in her hobbies. "It's important t...

On today's show, we discuss Finding Your Passion with Michael Freeman. If you could do one thing to transform your life, I would highly recommend it be to find something you’re passionate about, and do it for a living. If you’ve got a job you dislike, or even hate, this will sound like a pipe dream to you. And if you never put in the effort to find what you’re passionate about, you’re right: such...

On today's show, we discuss Command the Courtroom with Wendy Hernandez. Although you have an absolute right to represent yourself, there are significant risks and responsibilities which go along with that right. It is important that you carefully examine the risks at every stage of the court process to determine if you are able to go forward without an attorney. Family Law cases are often difficul...

On today's show, we discuss FindHelpPhx.org with Adrienne Decker Delgado. Maricopa County Department of Public Health created FindHelpPhx.org and its Spanish partner site EncuentraAyudaPhx.org to give Maricopa County residents an easy way to find health and social services for themselves. The website is easy to use and available where there is internet access, including smartphones. The approximat...

On today's show, we discuss Tender Lions, Building The Vital Relationship Between Father and Son part 2 with Brian and Jeff Becker. Raising a boy to become a man is not something left to chance. Tender Lions is for anyone looking to strengthen their father-son relationship. Written by a father and son team, this book is a raw, unfiltered look at what it’s like when the love and trust that was once...

On today's show, we discuss the effects of substance abuse with Karl Jones from Crossroads. Substance abuse is a strong and deadly symptom of society’s growing dysfunction. Not only does it destroy lives, but it wreaks devastation upon entire families, friends and employers.  Guest Speaker Information: Karl Jones with Crossroads Phone: 602.281.6574 Website:http://www.crossroadsinc.org            ...

On our show today, we discuss Facts about Domestic Violence with Corine Raygoza and Jenna Wilson from New Life Center. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 95% of assaults on spouses or ex-spouses are committed by men against women. Nearly one-third of the women who seek care from hospital emergency rooms are there for injuries resulting from domestic violence. New Life Center offers shelt...

On our show today, we discuss Life After Prison with Frantz Beasley. One of the primary challenges that ex-offenders face once they're released is finding stable employment. In addition to the outside struggles ex-felons face when looking for work, many also wrestle with inner struggles, like drug addiction or mental health issues. But, issues aside, ex-offenders need a job to provide for their ba...

On our show today, we discuss Selfishness in Marriage with Chris and Carmen Garner.  We all marry thinking that the “honeymoon” will never end; that the euphoric feelings of love will always be there, but the Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthians that those who marry will have trouble (1Cor. 7:28). Yes, there will be trouble from the outside; illness, financial problems, problems with children, bu...

On today's show, we discuss The Affects of  Drinking and Driving with Jessica Robinson. This year may go down as one of the worst years for drunk-driving deaths. On average, 28 people a day have been killed in DUI accidents. Jessica Robinson knows the pain a drunk driver can cause because she was one. She said around 1:00am  I got in my car and headed home. I had been awake for almost 18 hours and...

On today's show, we discuss families living in poverty with Renea Gentry of ICM Food & Clothing Bank. ICM provides “an immediate response to basic human needs.” For 100 - 150 families and individuals each day. Another service they provide is case management for those clients who are having problems with housing, employment, disability or social security payments, food stamps and other life’s neces...

Today’s Dadly dad is not only a different breed of man but he also lives in a different parenting climate, one in which dads are more involved at home and also pro-active in their community. One of the most significant positive changes today’s Dadly dad has made is the choice to be the primary caregiver of the family. Stay-at-home dads have proven a man is just as capable as a woman to nurture and...

On today's show, we discuss (SNAP) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program with Jessica Beresford of Father Matters. A record 20% of American households, one in five, were on food stamps in 2013, according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).The numbers also show there was a record number of individuals on food stamps in 2013 and that the cost of the program, the Supplemental...

On our show today, we discuss Faith – Based and Community Initiatives with Chuck Fitzgerald from The Arizona Council on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives. The Arizona Council on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives is dedicated to engaging and mobilizing faith communities to improve the quality of life for vulnerable and impoverished people through a statewide network of faith-based, communit...

Our guest today is Shawn Pearson Arthur of the book taking back my heart: Surviving the storm to enjoy the reign. Taking Back My Heart reveals how a true relationship with God can empower an individual to overcome religious tradition, generational curses and any bondage to become an effective disciple for the Kingdom of God. Guest Speaker Information: Shawn Pearson Phone: 602.904.2439 Email: shawn...

On today's show, we discuss Father Matters Reentry Services with James Lynch. From the beginning, Father Matters purpose has been to promote the growth in socially and economically deprived communities. Our down-to-earth style is aimed at providing the tools necessary to empower men and women and their families to improve community well being. We are proud of our many successful endeavors we have...

On our show today, we discuss Cross-Cultural Dynamics with Dr. Jeff McGee. During his many years of research and experience, Dr. McGee is an expert in using an asset-based model to understanding cross-cultural competencies. His goal is to not only inform but to use a practical approach to learning to break down barriers. He has studied and witnessed these barriers within collaborative efforts betw...