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The Fatherless Crisis In America

The Fatherless Crisis In America

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What happens when a generation grows up without fathers? In this powerful and personal episode, I dive into the hard truths behind America's fatherless culture. With recent stats showing that 1 in 4 children in the U.S.—over 18 million—live without a biological, step, or adoptive father at home, I unpack the long-term effects of this absence, especially on Black communities.

From increased risks of poverty, incarceration, teen pregnancy, and school dropouts, the data paints a clear picture. I also speak from experience—as someone who grew up without a father, many of these statistics have touched my own life. But this episode isn’t just about numbers—it’s about accountability, generational patterns, and what we can do to break the cycle.

I share my observations on how we got here, why choosing the right co-parent matters more than choosing a forever partner, and why the energy it takes to be present as a parent is nothing compared to the damage that comes from not showing up. Plus, I end on a hopeful note with the undeniable benefits of father involvement.

This is an episode for anyone who's grown up with an absent parent, is thinking about starting a family, or just wants to understand the bigger picture.

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