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“Dad, Can We Talk?”
by Can We Talk Network
"Dad, Can We Talk?" was founded by Anthony Ray with the intention of challenging the negative stereotypes surrounding black fatherhood perpetuated by the media. Anthony recognized that fatherhood, in general, was often stigmatized and portrayed in a negative light. In response, he created a platform called Dad, Can We Talk? to showcase the amazing fathers he personally knew. DCWT serves as a space where fathers from all walks of life can share their experiences, uplift each other, and foster a sense of camaraderie.
Episodes
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Episode 155: Malcolm Askew & Anthony Moore – Building “The Cave” & Redefining Brotherhood
In Episode 155, I sit down with my guys Malcolm Askew and Anthony Moore to talk about the creation and growth of our men’s group, “The Cave.” What started as a vision has turned into a powerful brotherhood. Since last February, we’ve been meeting every Tuesday night at Havana's Wine and Cigar...
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Episode 154: Andrew Payne Talks Intentional Fatherhood, Leadership & Community Impact
I had the opportunity to sit down with Andrew Payne, a dedicated father, police officer with the Alachua Police Department, and founder of BAM4LIFE, a mentoring program transforming young lives in the Gainesville and Alachua area. Andrew opens up about his intentional approach to parenting—weekly...
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Episode 145: Solid Da Barber
Episode 145 had me sitting with my guy Solid Da Barber talking family and fatherhood. Of course we had to talk about his social media antics😆 We had been planning to sit and chop it up for a few months now, we finally got around to doing it. Subscribe to the YouTube channel to check out more...
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Episode 144: Greg Gantt
In this episode, I sat down with one of my childhood friends to chop it up about life. He shares his incredible basketball journey, from winning a state championship as a senior in '09, becoming a scoring leader in college, his experience in the NBA G-League, all the way to becoming a…
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Episode 143: Dr. Bernard WH Jennings
Dr. Jennings shared personal experiences about his father's influence, his own achievements in running and university governance, and his legal work regarding father's rights, including the successful passage of the Good Dad Act in Florida. The conversation concluded with discussions about the...
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Episode 139: Jasmine Sims
First episode of 2025 finds me sitting with a good friend of mine from high school, Jasmine Sims, MS, LPC. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is currently working on her Ph.D in Counselor Education. She is the 2nd woman to join DCWT as a guest, and I'm glad I invited her because we had…
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Episode 137: Coach Jit Jordan
In the latest episode of Dad Can We Talk? I pulled up to east Gainesville's TB McPherson park to chop it up with coach Jit Jordan. This was a much anticipated guest, as we've both been attempting to get together for a few months now. In this episode we spoke about his community involvement…
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Episode 138: Lyrical King Kong
I recorded this episode back in November but I had some issues with my file. So this is my first episode of 2025! We discussed healing relationships with our fathers, feelings of inadequacy, raising daughters, and much more. Stay tuned for more stories from fathers from all around the world. This...
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Episode 135: Drew "Chef Drew" Durham
Join us for a special episode of "Dad, Can We Talk?" as I chat with Chef Drew, the visionary behind Vegan Gator, in his very first podcast interview! Discover his insights on businesses like Swamp Religion and Wayne Head, effective business strategies, and the benefits of a vegan lifestyle. Chef...
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Episode 134: Joel Latta
For this episode, I had the chance to visit my friend Joel Latta in Seminole, Florida. It had been a while since our last conversation, so we had plenty to catch up on. We discussed fatherhood, family, and Joel's transition to Christ, as well as how his time in prison had transformed him. I'm…
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Episode 133: Mark Richardson
For episode 133, I sat down with one of my '07 GHS classmates, Mark Richardson. We shared stories of being a stay at home dad, being a girl dad, dealing with anger, aligning with God, and many other things. Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube and share with others. Help us change the narrative...
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Episode 132: Bryan Stringer
I had the opportunity to pull up to the state's capital and chop it up with my man Bryan Stringer for episode 132. He is a father, author, ex-felon, and entrepreneur that shared many 💎 with me during this podcast. He has a story that must be heard! He shared how he has overcome many trials and...
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Episode 131: Jimmy Johnson, Monte Seabrook, and Juice Boykin
Shoutout to Gainesville Podcast Studio for producing this episode of DCWT! They have the visuals looking🔥 For the first time, I sat with 3 dads for one episode to talk family and fatherhood. We clowned a lot in this one, but we also got into child support, custody battles, old school whoopings,...
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Episode 130: Wayne Smith
For episode 130, I sat down with Wayne Smith, a guest from Washington D.C. We discussed a range of fatherhood topics, including his relationship with his own dad, dealing with dad guilt, how his military experience has shaped his parenting approach, and the importance of health and wellness for...
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Episode 129: Justin "Comedian Goldiee" Goldsmith
For episode 129, I had Justin "Goldiee" Goldsmith on a Zoom call! My wife and I went to a comedy show in Orlando some weeks back and this guy was hilarious. So after the show, I walked up to him and asked if he would like to be a guest on the pod and chop it up. He agreed, so that's what we did.…
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Episode 128: Yvens Pierre-Antoine
I had the opportunity to sit with Yvens Pierre-Antoine, who is campaigning for State Attorney 8th Judicial Circuit of Florida, to talk family and fatherhood. We got into his upbringing, serving the community, and his reasons for running for State Attorney of Florida. Visit his website...
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Episode 127: Jarell "Coach Jay" Whitehead
For episode 127 I sat down with the founder of Strong Minded Mentoring, Jarell Whitehead. We discussed some of everything including the need for more male role models, how to deal with teenagers, how time behind bars had an effect on his fathering experience, and how 5 minutes can change...
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Episode 126: Taurus The Barber
Episode 126 was one that was greatly needed and enriching to me. Taurus is working on a great project called Project Adam, where he is bridging the gap between fathers and children. He talked about wanting to assist fathers and influence them to be involved in their children's lives. You can…
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Episode 125: Allan Shedlin
I had the opportunity to discuss all things fatherhood with the founder of Dadvocacy Consulting Group, Reel Fathers, and Dads Unlimited. Allan talked about his time as a professor, teacher, and principal. He shared so much wisdom in this one. He is putting on the world's first and only film...
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Episode 124: Shakoor Woodson
For episode 124 I had the chance to sit with my homie from Philly and talk family and fatherhood. He's currently a teacher in Camden, NJ so we got into the impact he's been able to make in that field. We also discussed the importance of black male educators, advocating for his students, men's...
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Episode 123: Dean Tolson
I interviewed former NBA player Dean Tolson for episode 123. He was a participant in the NBA's very first dunk contest, still owns many records for the University of Arkansas, was coached by Bill Russell, had a close relationship with Wilt Chamberlain, and is the author of "Power Forward". He…
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Episode 122: Will King
I sat down with Mr Blowed, Will King, for episode 122. Listen, my boy had me in deep thought many times during this interview. Especially when it came to marriage. Bro was giving out 💎 for those who want them. Great interview overall. Go visit his website at www.blowedclothing.com and spend some...
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Episode 121: Dolo Shakur
Episode 121 has me siting with Tra Green, better known as Dolo Shakur. This episodes was one of those that could've easily went 2hrs😆 We really sat and chopped it up about many things concerning family and fatherhood. On this particular day I literally needed this session, it was like therapy…
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Episode 120: Chris Batie
If I was still keeping up with seasons for the podcast, this would be the last episode of season 12😬 We've been at it for a long time! In this episode I caught up with one of my childhood friends, Chris Batie. I've wanted to have bro on for a minute now. We talked all things fatherhood including...
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Episode 119: Jewell Young
I got it in via Zoom with the host of Young Dad Podcast for the last episode of 2023. He's way out in Cali, so this one was rough for me with the hour difference. But we made it happen! I recorded 12am on my time😴😆 This guy is one of the biggest supporters of DCWT! So I couldn't wait to get it…
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Episode 118: William Rembert
Episode 118 has me sitting with a dad of 3 who raised his children alone. Hearing his story makes me really wonder why we don't hear more about dads like him. He gave me a lot that I could take away from this one and add to my tool belt. Appreciate this brother for coming on and sharing his…
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Episode 117: Kelly Jean-Philippe
I reached out to my man Kelly on IG for an interview and we made it happen for episode 117. He is out in the city of brotherly love, Philly! Once I found out that he was an Allen Iverson fan, he became alright in my book!😆 I must say, my man dropped so many gems in this one! He was so on point…
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Episode 116: Emmanuel Payne
DCWT is back to highlighting dads and changing the narrative of fatherhood! In episode 116 I had the opportunity to sit down with Emmanuel Payne, who's a year in to his fatherhood journey. We discussed the challenges of fatherhood, valuable lessons learned, perspective, and many other things.…
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Episode 115: Tykeem Banks
In this highly anticipated episode of DCWT, we finally make a return after a long layoff due to some technical issues! Listen in as I dive deep into the world of fatherhood and family with Tykeem Banks. Get ready for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation, where Tykeem shares his personal...
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Episode 114: Donald Miller
Coming straight out of Williston, I sat down with my man Donald Miller! He has been reaching out to me for some months now so it was only right that I gave him that opportunity to tell his story. He definitely came with it! He put my up on game when it comes to the rights of fathers and dealing...
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Episode 113: Sean Wilson
Sean Wilson is the Organizing Director at Dream.Org. As someone with 17 years of lived experience and direct involvement with the criminal legal system, Sean brings an advantage and insight into a system he believes to be broken and in need of reform. We got into some of this and of course we...
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Episode 112: evrYwhr
Grammy award winning songwriter evrYwhr connected with me on Zoom from out in Los Angeles for episode 112! We talked about his upbringing, lessons he's learned from fatherhood, culture, the importance of balance, and having a long distance relationship with his son. This was another one of those...
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Episode 111: Dan Brinson IV
I sat down with Dan Brinson IV of Proud Fathers for episode 111. We talked all things fatherhood including the impact his dad had on him, valuable lessons fatherhood teaches, family values, and balancing your time. Follow him at Proud Dads on FB and IG. Hear more stories from fathers at...
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Episode 110: Kevin Lynum Sr.
Episode 110 comes with one of my most anticipated guests, Kevin Lynum Sr. I've heard his name mentioned in many conversations throughout the years, so I decided to go to the man himself and hear his story from his viewpoint. First question I had to get the big one out of the way and clear up the...
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Episode 109: Rob Hardy
My guest for episode 109 is a writer, producer, and director whose work includes ER, Criminal Minds, The Game, Power, Stomp The Yard, Think Like A Man, Flash, and All American just to name a few. We talked everything fatherhood and family, per usual. He spoke about growing up in Philly, his...
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Episode 108: Eric Harris
Episode 108 had me on a Zoom call with my man Eric Harris to discuss fatherhood and family. We talked entrepreneurship, him being a single dad for 10yrs, raising teenagers, and how becoming a father changed his entire outlook on life. You can follow him at blackfacebook.org and atl352.com…
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Episode 107: Rick Watson
I pulled up to Jacksonville, Florida for yet another episode. I haven't saw my boy since high school days so when he called me a few weeks back I knew I had to pull up on him. I respect his story because he was real about his fatherhood journey. He explained how for years he wasn't the best dad…
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Episode 106: Brandon Singletary
I pulled up to the great city of Jacksonville for this one! This was in the works for a few months, I finally found some time to get up with one of my classmates. Y'all know we talked all things fatherhood! It was great to hear his story and how he is overcoming life's challenges. Keep pushing…
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Episode 105: Kerby Hypolite
Episode 105 had me on Zoom with the author of "Majest and Royal Presents: Alphabet Affirmations". He talked about his inspirations, mentorship, being an educator, serving in the Navy, and the importance of reading. Catch up on other episodes at www.dadcanwetalk.com #dadcanwetalk...
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Episode 104: Ray Perosi Pt.2
My first 2-time guest had to come back and update us on his past 3yrs! It's been exactly 100 episodes since he was last on the podcast. He didn't disappoint. I was inspired as always by his perseverance to push through the rough patches of life. We spoke about private school vs public school,...
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Episode 103: Brian Pace
If I had to choose a favorite episode, this one might have to be at the top. I say that because I know bruh isn't one to talk as much, but in this interview he really opened up about his life. I learned a lot about who he really is and where he comes from. You never truly know someone until you...
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Episode 101: Arthur Roberts
First episode of 2023 is in the books! I've been wanting to sit with my homie for a minute now, so it was only right that we linked up. I must say, this was one of my favorite guests, he was real and open. I almost came to tears a few times. This was a great way to start off the year. Find all…
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Episode 100: Adolph Wiley
This episode is a huge milestone for DCWT! 100 stories have been told, and we are continuing to change the narrative. I appreciate all of the men that carved out time in their schedule to sit with me and chop it up about fatherhood and family. Every story has been important and unique in its own...
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Episode 99: Dat Pimp
Finally knocked out episode 99! I posted up at my man's studio for this one. This was probably one of the realest episodes I've ever done. The Pimp shared his heart in this one! He talked about the death of his child's mother, fighting with DCF, messages the Most High has spoken to him, forgiving...
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Episode 98: Belaire Thomas
Let me say this, I know I just received father of the year for the region, but my vote might go to this guy! As I sat and listened to this man's story, I couldn't help but be motivated to do better. He has four children, has custody of 3 of them, has 4 degrees, had 4 kids before he was 21, owns...
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Episode 97: Mackenzie Williams
I finally made some time to sit with my man Coach Ken. He is a coach at the Rock School and was a teacher to my children for 2yrs. I've always seen him being a standup man and dad so it was only right to sit with him and hear his story. We spoke about his upbringing, the effects of…
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Episode 96: Anthony Parker & Altoine Williams
Episode 96 had me posted up at Six O Clock Studios with two of my young boys! Of course we talked all things fatherhood and family! Topics included co-parenting, having patience, how fatherhood has affected them, and being a standup dad. Listen to this episode and all others at...
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Episode 95: Jaronimo Webster
I've waited on this one for a minute! If you know me, you know Fiyaman Jaronimo was one of my favorite rappers, period. I had him up there with the big dawgs. In this interview I had the opportunity to know the man behind the music. We discussed all things fatherhood and what has led him to being...
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Episode 94: Brandon Bolton
I sat down with my boy Brandon Bolton for episode 94 of DCWT. We discussed his relationship with his dad and how that had an effect on him growing up. He also talked about the mental struggle on dads raising children in their first 5yrs and many more things. Overall, this is another dad changing...
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Episode 93: Taye Diggs
This is definitely my most surreal interview! Episode 93 has me on a Zoom call with actor Taye Diggs. He is taking a brief break from film to focus on fatherhood and his team reached out to me for this interview. We spoke about his male role models, his influences, child discipline, the effects…
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"Dad, Can We Talk?" was founded by Anthony Ray with the intention of challenging the negative stereotypes surrounding black fatherhood perpetuated by the media. Anthony recognized that fatherhood, in general, was often stigmatized and portrayed in a negative light. In response, he created a platform called Dad, Can We Talk? to showcase the amazing fathers he personally knew. DCWT serves as a space where fathers from all walks of life can share their experiences, uplift each other, and foster a sense of camaraderie.
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