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Father Support Network
by Michael Nwankpa
Father Support Network is an initiative geared towards educating, informing, guiding, encouraging and helping estranged fathers navigate the complex challenges of maintaining contact and healthy relationship with their children after separation and/or divorce from their significant others. It also provides tips to single father households on how to function effectively as a single parent. It is inspired by the founder, Dr. Michael Nwankpa's personal experience. We will share experiences, reactions, analysis of real live scenarios and invite guests from time-to-time to present their expert opinions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 51: Fathers, Fight for your Seed
In this week’s episode, I emphasise the need for fathers to fight to be in their kids’ lives using the sad situation of Emmanuel Eboue, former Arsenal football star who is estranged from his children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 50: Why we must talk about Men’s Mental Health
In this issue, I react to the unfortunate incident in America where a father killed his eight children with ages ranging from 1-14 years, shot how ex-wife and girlfriend and killed himself. This is unacceptable—but there are indications that he may have been suffering from mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 49: Put a Price on Yourself
In this week’s episode, I use several real life examples to explain why you should value your self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 48: How to deal with toxic behaviour in your relationship
On this episode, I provide analysis and commentary on how you can deal with toxicity in your relationship. I also comment on how you can deal with a violent and physically abusive woman as a man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 47: Why Discipline Matters: The Role of a Father
In this episode, I explore the importance of discipline in parenting and the critical role that a father plays in this regard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 46: Black Fathers Should Strive to be in the Lives of their Children
In this episode, I reflect on my experiences as a single father of young kids and why it is important for fathers, especially black fathers, to be present in the lives of their children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 45: Be careful the help you accept as a single father
In this episode, I reflect on my own experiences and other live examples to illustrate how we should be careful the kind of help we accept especially as a single father or single parent in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 44: How to Deal with Misinformation from an Ex
When is it appropriate to tell your kids why the relationship with their mum broke down and how do you deal with false narratives and misinformation from your ex? These are the questions that I address in this episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 43: Fathers are frequently under appreciated
In this episode, I discuss the tensions that exist between a man and woman in our modern society when a man cannot function in the ‘traditional’ role of being the main provider or breadwinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 42: Stay Positive
This week’s episode focuses on the importance of staying positive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 41: How to deal with stress as a father
In this week’s episode, I provide tips on how to deal with stress as a father. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 40: Rise of Stay-At-Home Dads
Nearly a quarter of stay-at-home parents are fathers. In this episode, I provide a nuanced analysis of the increase and why it’s not all that surprising! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 39: Knowing your right as a father
In this week’s episode, I focus on the rights that father has and the importance of knowing that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 38: Value Yourself
In this episode, I focus on valuing yourself and how to deal with friends and family who take advantage of your kindness or feel entitled. Put some value on yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 37: My reflections on the sentencing of Daejaun Campbell’s killers & why fathers mattter
In this episode, I touch on the wider issues that was young boys to join gang and how we ca effectively address the knife crime epidemic in the U.K., focusing on the sentencing of the killers of Daejaun Campbell, a 15 year old boy murdered in Woolwich, Southeast London last year September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 36: DNA should be made compulsory at birth
in this episode, I react to the growing debate on whether DNA testing should be made compulsory at birth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 35: Politics, Polarization & the need for Critical Thinking: A Reaction to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk
In this episode, I react to the sad assassination of US conservative activist, Charlie Kirk. I look at the politicisation of his death and how his death show how divided our society is—divided along binary lines of liberal v conservative, left v right and many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 34: Why discipline matters in a man’s life: Lessons from Shannon Sharpe’s ordeal
In this episode, I react to Shannon Sharpe, the American podcast host losing his deal with ESPN following his multimillion dollar settlement with a 19 year old Only Fan girl who accused him of sexual misconduct. I use Shannon’s case to caution fathers and men in general in maintaining discipline and being more guarded about their actions especially when you have a lot to loose! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 33: My reaction to a happy Ja Rule walking his daughter down the aisle
In this episode, I explore the important role a father plays in the life of his child especially a girl- child. Reacting to the happy video of US rapper, Ja Rule walking his daughter down the aisle in a private wedding, I emphasise the symbolic passing of the touch from one man (father) to another (husband). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 32: Fathers are also victims of domestic abuse: my reaction to a father that was stabbed to death by his estranged ex
In this episode, I react to the sad story about f a father of six that was stabbed to death by his ex-girlfriend in the U.K.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 31: Why fathers must fight for their children after divorce or separation
In this episode, I analyze a case of a woman and her family who are making it difficult for the father of her young child to be effectively involved in his child’s life. I emphasise the need for fathers to do everything in their power to fight for their children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 30: How Fathers can Cope and Deal with Stress Effectively Pt2
This is part two of our series on how to deal with stress. The crux of the talk is ‘Knowing yourself” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 29: How fathers can effectively manage and cope with stress
This is the first episode of a new series on how fathers can deal effectively with stress. I provide a few tips on how to cope with stress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 28: Rethinking child support: as reaction to TK Kirkland child support video
In this episode, I react to American popular comedian, TK Kirkland’s views on child support which he recently gave in a podcast interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 27: Living life to the fullest: why it matters!
In this week’s episode, I discuss the importance of living our best life as tomorrow is not guaranteed. This is considered against the background of the recent Air India plane crash that left all but one person dead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 26: The importance of self control in a man’s life
In this week’s episode, using several case studies of high profile persons such as R.Kelly and Puff Daddy, I stress the importance of having self control as a man and father. I also look at the ways the word “control” has been politicised when it comes to man and woman relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 25: Rethinking the nice guy mentality: my reaction to the Papoose-Remy Ma drama
In this episode, I engage with the dilemma of the ‘nice guy’ syndrome using the case of US rappers and former lovers, Papoose and Remy Ma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 24: Balancing work, family & relationships as a single father
How do you balance work, family and relationships as a single father? In this episode, I provide a few tips on how to achieve this Herculean task. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 23. The Tory Lanez Saga & the need to protect your freedom as a father
In this episode, I discuss the importance of protecting your freedom as a father using the unfortunate circumstances of the incarcerated Canadian rapper, Tory Lanez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP.22 Why are Single Fathers with Primary Care of Young Kids Perceived to be Evil?
In this week’s episode, I engage with the troubling experience of single fathers with primary care of young kids perceived as evil by women in our society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 21: Who is a Mother?
In this episode, I react to the U.K. Supreme Court’s ruling on who a woman is—in rejecting the notion that a transgender woman is a woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 20: How to Deal with your Child when your Ex Decides to Turn Her against you
In this episode, I provide three tips on how you can deal with a situation where your ex-partner has decided to poison your child’s mind against you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 19: Protect your Reputation
In this week’s episode, I discuss a wide range of topical issues on men who have been accused of sexual assaults, abuse and bullying. I argue that fathers and men in general should prioritise protecting their reputation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP18. My review of the Netflix Crime Drama Series ‘Adolescence’
In this episode, I review the critically acclaimed Netflix crime drama series ‘Adolescence’. I provide a critical commentary and assessment of the familial relationship between the young murder suspect Jamie and his family, that between the lead detector and his son. I also provide a critical assessment of the influence of the so-called incel culture on the young murder suspect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 17. Men are also Victims of Abuse in the Society
In this week’s episode, I react to the viral video of a man who was physically assaulted by a woman (possibly his wife) in the presence of their children. The saddening part is the woman getting their young daughter, not older than 9 years old, participate in the ordeal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 16. Salute to the fathers who are holding it down in these difficult times
In this week’s episode, I’m taking out time to appreciate fathers who are doing their utmost best to hold it down for their family in these difficult times with increasing high cost of living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 15. Is it too Late to Mend Relationship with your Adult Child?
This week’s episode is based around a man’s struggle to maintain good relationship with his estranged adult daughter. I answer the question whether it is too late to repair the relationship between a father and his estranged adult child. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 14: Cultivating Self Love
Following up on our series on fathers’ mental health and wellbeing, this week’s episode focuses on ways we can cultivate self love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP 13: Tips on how Fathers can Prioritise their Health & Wellbeing
This episode is the first of our mental health and wellbeing series. The episode looks at tips on how fathers and men in general can take care of their mental health and wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EP.12 Fathers’ lives matter too-Tuface v Annie Idibia
In this week’s episode, I react to the recent announcement made by a popular Nigerian musician, Tuface Idibia that he is divorcing his wife and longtime sweetheart, Annie. The announcement generated a lot of controversy with many female celebrities criticising Tuface especially for ‘abandoning’ Annie during a time when she’s going through a lot of trouble. While the timing may be wrong, is there a good or bad time to separate from your partner? And should man prioritise his own happiness? Does a man or in our case, father’s life matter too? I hope you enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 11: How a Single Father can Handle the Vulnerability of Human Relations in Fatherhood
This episode focuses on how single parent households especially single father-led families are vulnerable to those who offer support with ulterior motives. Fathers need to be discerning in who they accept help from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The murder of Kelyan Bokassa and the fatherless home and corrupt care system
In this episode, I react to the recent brazen murder of a 15 year old boy, Kelyan Bokassa who was fatally stabbed on a public bus in London. I highlight the role of the absence of the father and the corrupt care system in this case and similar cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How can Good Fathers Win?
This week’s episode follows up on the previous episode on “why good fathers suffer the most”. This week, I provide tips on how good fathers can win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 8: Why Good Fathers Suffer the Most
In this episode, I provide 5 reasons why good fathers suffer the most after breakup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 7: The Benefits of having a Father in a Child’s Life
In this week’s episode, I discuss the importance of having a father in a child’s life especially when the father lives separately from the mother. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Should a man date a woman that keeps male friends?
This episode engages with a controversial topic on whether a man and woman can have platonic relationship and if a man should date a woman that maintains friendships with other men that have asked her out but whom she has no romantic interest in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Five Do’s and Don’ts after Breakup
In this episode, I provide five things you should or shouldn’t do after breakup, particularly when you have children with your ex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Man’s right, happiness and wellbeing are as important as a woman’s
in this special episode to celebrate the International Men’s Day 2024, I reflect on the US election 2024, issues of toxic masculinity and positive male role models as I make an argument for the right, happiness and wellbeing of a man being as important as a woman’s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does a father having custody of the children means that he has ‘taken’ them away from their mother
In this episode, I challenge the myth of who should have custody of the child after breakup. I argue that a mother having custody of a child does not necessarily guarantee the child a good standard of care. Conversely, a father having custody can be better for the child. The child’s interest supersedes. There is no law that gives automatic right to one parent over the other. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fight or flight? How to deal with parental alienation
This episode focuses on what fathers who are alienated from their children should do- fight for their children or abandon their responsibilities towards them! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Father Support Network is an initiative geared towards educating, informing, guiding, encouraging and helping estranged fathers navigate the complex challenges of maintaining contact and healthy relationship with their children after separation and/or divorce from their significant others. It also provides tips to single father households on how to function effectively as a single parent. It is inspired by the founder, Dr. Michael Nwankpa's personal experience. We will share experiences, reactions, analysis of real live scenarios and invite guests from time-to-time to present their expert opinions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Michael Nwankpa
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