What Divorced Dads Need to Hear About Raising Daughters w/ Rory Paquette

Send us Fan MailWhat does it look like to fight for your daughter without letting ego destroy the relationship?In this episode of The DAUGHTERED Podcast, Oscar sits down with Rory Paquette for a real, honest conversation about fatherhood, divorce, masculinity, and the weight dads carry when raising daughters. Rory is a father, podcast host, podcast coach, public speaking coach, and mentor who helps men grow in leadership, marriage, and fatherhood.Together, Oscar and Rory unpack the fear many men feel when becoming fathers, especially to daughters, and how unresolved wounds, pressure, and pride can shape the way we show up. Rory shares his deeply personal story of becoming a dad young, navigating divorce when his daughter was still an infant, and learning how to lead with peace, ownership, and consistency even when the system felt stacked against him.This is a powerful conversation about what daughters pull out of us as men, what it takes to stay present through pain, and how to build a lasting relationship with your child even in incredibly difficult circumstances.If you’re a father trying to show up better, especially in hard seasons, this episode will stay with you.Rory PaquettePower of Man Podcast00:00 Fear Behind Fatherhood00:36 Clueless to Purposeful01:32 Podcast Welcome and Guest Intro04:07 Why Daughters Change You06:46 Meet Rory Paquette09:07 Before Becoming a Dad11:27 Birth Night Turning Point13:33 No Playbook and Isolation15:22 Fear of Failing Your Kids19:55 Divorce and Co Parenting Ego25:57 Grounded by His New Wife30:49 When the Fighting Stopped32:31 Custody Reality for Dads34:48 Custody Reality Check36:21 Child Support Incentives38:23 Surviving the System43:17 Owning Your Side53:38 Blended Family Dynamics58:00 Teen Years Guidance01:03:47 Wrap Up and ResourcesGuest Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, any organizations, companies, or institutions mentioned, or corporate entities represented by the host.Our aim is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue. While we strive for accuracy and balance, it's important to recognize that opinions may vary. We encourage critical thinking and further exploration of the topics discussed.Proudly Sponsored by Few Will HuntRestoring the dignity of hard work. 100%American-made. Everyone wants to eat. But only few will hunt Support the showCatch up w/ The Daughtered PodcastOscar on InstagramFew Will Hunt. 10% OFF use GIRLDADWant to be a guest on The DAUGHTERED Podcast? Want to collaborate? Send Oscar Pena a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/daughteredpodcast