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The Single Father Podcast

by Kendall Donaker

The Single Father Podcast with Father Deezy (Kendall Donaker). Real talk for single fathers on fatherhood, mental health, and relationships. Short-form episodes, same heart. New episodes regularly. This week: “Legacy.” What keeps us up at night: our own mortality, what’s truly best for our kids, what we can control and what we have to release, and the gap between where we are, where we want to be, and where we think we should be. Legacy isn’t a monument. It’s a garden. Find every episode at https://kendalldonaker.com/podcast/ — Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/thesinglefatherpodcast — members get the private community, early episodes, and bonus content. Watch clips & subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@Thesinglefatherpodcast — new clips every day. Official website: kendalldonaker.com/podcast ▶ Watch & subscribe on YouTube: @Thesinglefatherpodcast — new clips every day, full episodes and Shorts.

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Episodes

  1. I'm Stressed: How Pressure Led Me to My Reason

    I am stressed. Not the cute kind. The 2 AM kind, doing math in the dark on one income while a little girl sleeps down the hall trusting you have it handled. In this episode, Father Deezy gets honest about the weight single dads carry quiet, and what that pressure gave him: a clearer map of what...

  2. The Single Father Podcast — Official Trailer

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast with Father Deezy. Short episodes, real talk, no judgment — for single dads, girl dads, and anyone raising big hearts in a busy world. New episodes weekly. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere you get podcasts. 🌐 Podcast website:...

  3. What Will Your Kids Remember About You? | Legacy (EP53)

    Father Deezy gets honest about mortality, single fatherhood, and the one question every dad asks at 2 AM: what will my kids actually remember about me? From control vs. release to the gap between where you are and where you thought you'd be, this episode redefines legacy — not a monument, but a...

  4. My Time to Win

    Guess who's back? 👋 Father Deezy is officially back behind the mic — new voice, short-form episodes, same heart. 📣 This episode is sponsored by VentPack, a private space to vent, reflect, and feel understood. Anonymous journaling, peer support circles, and Layla, a companion that listens…

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  5. Episode 51: It's Time

    Dear Listeners,Welcome back to the Single Father Podcast — relaunched in 2026 with an episode aptly titled "It's Time." After much reflection, I have decided to bring the show back with a new voice and short-form episodes — same heart. It's time to embark on a new chapter, to explore new…

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  6. Why Are We Here? - Part 5: Balancing Act

    Why Are We Here? | Exploring Purpose from a Single Father's Perspective Welcome to The Single Father Podcast with Kendall Donaker. In this episode, we kick off a new series titled 'Why Are We Here?' by delving into the question of our existence from the perspective of single fathers. Kendall…

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  7. Why Are We Here? - Part 4: The Legacy We Leave

    In this poignant episode of The Single Father Podcast, join host Kendall Donaker as we delve into the profound concept of legacy within the framework of single fatherhood. "The Legacy We Leave" explores the lasting impact that our actions, values, and life lessons have on our children and the...

  8. Why Are We Here? - Part 3: Embracing Growth: Evolving Through Parenthood

    Join host Kendall Donaker in this inspiring episode of "The Single Father Podcast" as we continue our series "Why Are We Here?" with a deep dive into "Embracing Growth: Evolving Through Parenthood." Discover how the journey of single fatherhood isn't just about raising children, but about…

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  9. Why Are We Here? - Part 2: Personal Pain and Parental Responsibilities"

    Join host Kendall Donaker in this introspective episode of The Single Father Podcast as he explores the profound question of purpose amidst personal pain and the duties of single parenthood. Discover how single fathers navigate through grief, trauma, and heartache while remaining steadfast in…

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  10. Why Are We Here? - Part 1: Finding Purpose in Parenthood

    I'm baaaaack!" After a thoughtful hiatus, host Kendall Donaker returns to The Single Father Podcast with a compelling new series titled "Why Are We Here?" In this episode, "Finding Purpose in Parenthood," Kendall delves deep into how single fatherhood has reshaped his understanding of purpose and...

  11. Episode 45: Fan Q&A's, Personal Insights Into My Life Pt.2

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker explores the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. On the latest Part 2, episode of The Single Father Podcast, host, Kendall Donaker is delivering the second part a special episode for the fans! Join him as…

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  12. Episode 44: Fan Q&A's, Personal Insights Into My Life Pt.1

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker explores the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. On the latest episode of The Single Father Podcast, host, Kendall Donaker, is under the weather but still delivering a special episode for the fans! Join…

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  13. Episode 43: Co-Parenting; Strategies & Solutions, Before & After Divorce

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker explores the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. On the latest episode of The Single Father Podcast, host Kendall Donaker sits down with author and divorce expert, Andy Heller. Andy shares his personal...

  14. Episode 42: How Do Single Dads Survive?

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker explores the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, Kendall delves into the difficulties of being a single parent when you don't have support, sharing his experiences of getting burnt out and...

  15. Episode 41: Finding Healing and Growth Through Single Fatherhood: A Chat with David Williams

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker explores the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, Kendall is joined by guest David Williams, who shares his personal experiences growing up in a single father household and how it has…

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  16. Episode 40: How Shows Depicting Family Life Can Impact Parenting

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In today's episode of The Single Father Podcast, father Deezy explores how TV shows can influence our understanding of parenting and family dynamics. He discusses: • the role…

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  17. Episode 39: My Family Thanksgiving

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as a single dad. In this episode, we're discussing the joys and challenges of celebrating Thanksgiving with family. Tune in to hear host Kendall Donaker's thoughts on his...

  18. Episode 38: My Favorite Netflix List (Bonus)

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as a single dad. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker is taking a break from the stressors of life to share his favorite shows to watch in 2022 on Netflix for the ultimate lazy…

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  19. Episode 37: Interview With Tiktok Star' Honey Maxwell: Authenticity & Relationships

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as a single dad. We're excited to be back after a vacation and to kick things off with a special guest: TikTok star Honey Maxwell. In this episode, Honey and host Kendall Donaker...

  20. Episode 36: How I Failed at Co-Parenting (Acceptance)

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker reflects on his journey as a single father and shares his thoughts on co-parenting, change and acceptance, and how parenting has...

  21. Episode 35: The Weekly Struggle

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker discusses the financial struggles that come with being a parent, shares his current biggest challenge in parenting, and talks…

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  22. Episode 34: Forgiveness and gratitude

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker reflects on his struggles with forgiveness, anger, resentment, and moving past roadblocks in his life. If you're a single dad...

  23. Episode 33: Taking Responsibility For Your Happiness

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker reflects on his struggles with adapting to change, his thoughts on being single, and how depression can sneak up on you without...

  24. Episode 32: 7 Lessons I’ve Learned From My Daughter

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker celebrates his daughter's birthday and reflects on the lessons she has taught him over time, what love has taught him, and how...

  25. Episode 31: Struggling With the Affects of My Parents

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker vents about dealing with the trauma affects of his parents, taking a look at his family's history, and struggling to understand…

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  26. Episode 30: My Baby Mama Had A Baby

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker vents about dealing with his child being introduced to new faces outside his home, his feelings about his ex having a baby with...

  27. Episode 29: Why Our Past Makes It Difficult To Date

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker discusses how his past can be a reason for being single, how to deal with our past holding us back from moving forward, and how...

  28. Episode 28: The Benefits of Being Single

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker discusses being single in Vegas, the costs of nightlife and being single, the pros and cons of being a homebody, and what it's…

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  29. Episode 27: The Importance of Finding Balance

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, guest host Kassidy Karlsson talks about balance and reshaping your mind, shares books that can inspire self-help, and provides tips on how to achieve...

  30. Episode 26: The Man Who Learned to Survive with Panic Attacks

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker talks about his relationship with marijuana and how it has impacted his mental health, shares alternatives for reducing anxiety,...

  31. Episode 25: Grief is Universal: A Single Dad’s Personal Struggle with Separation

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker shares his struggles with co-parenting, reflects on his feelings of inadequacy and disappointment, and talks about his…

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  32. Episode 24: Hard Talk About My Father

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker shares his most intimate and unfortunate memories of his relationship with his own father as a child, and reflects on the impact...

  33. Episode 23: My Ugly Truth and Realities of Coparenting

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker takes you through a typical day in his life as a single dad and co-parent, and shares his thoughts and experiences on coparenting...

  34. Episode 22: The Struggle w/ Valentine's Day Being My Birthday

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, a place where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker talks about the challenges of showing affection as a single dad and shares his thoughts on navigating the complexities of finding...

  35. Episode 21: Toxic Self-talk: Lifting the Mask

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we discuss the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker is joined by special guest Makayla Salene, a model and advocate for self-improvement. Together, they explore the challenges of facing...

  36. Episode 20: How I Met Your Mother

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker shares the story of how he met his child's mother, including the ups and downs of their relationship and the lessons he learned along the...

  37. Episode 19: My Miracle of Christmas Story

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this special episode, host Kendall Donaker reflects on his love-hate relationship with the holidays and shares a personal story about his experience with Santa and the...

  38. Episode 18: Artist & Musician Noelle Chiodo: Career, Music, Songwriting & Manifesting Fame

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker is joined by special guest, singer and songwriter Noelle Chiodo. Noelle shares her journey as a musician and her love for songwriting, as...

  39. Episode 17: TikTok Star’ Olivia Massucci: Working on Mental Health & Popularity

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker is joined by special guest, influencer and model Olivia Massucci. Olivia shares her experiences with success at a young age, her...

  40. Episode 16: Why Manifesting in Your 20s Is Key

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode of The Single Father Podcast, we discuss the power of manifesting and how staying positive and focusing on what you want can help you achieve your goals. Our...

  41. Episode 15: TikTok/Twitch Star’ HaleyTheMartian: Life’s Anxieties & Successes

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, we have a special guest, TikTok and Twitch star HaleyTheMartian. She shares her thoughts on fame, success, and mental health, and talks about the challenges…

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  42. Episode 14: How Failing at Dating Became My Expectation

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode of The Single Father Podcast, host Kendall Donaker discusses the unique challenges and joys of dating as a single father. He touches on the judgments that…

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  43. Episode 13: Living a Life of Gratitude and Mindfulness

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker interviews special guest Kassidy Karlsson, a mindset and fitness coach and TikTok influencer known as TheFitVegan. They discuss the...

  44. Episode 12: How Expectations Ran My Life

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker discusses the importance of managing expectations and shares his own personal story about dealing with trauma and anxieties. Tune in for…

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  45. Episode 11: Reasons You Should Visit a Sex Therapist

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this special episode, host Kendall Donaker is joined by licensed psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Kate Balestrieri to discuss all things sex. From relationships and…

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  46. Episode 10: Pain Is Painful, Here's How I deal With it

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker reflects on the universal experience of pain and how it can shape our lives. He shares his thoughts on how to confront and move past…

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  47. Episode 9: Prioritizing YOU and Getting Rid of Self-Doubt

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker discusses the importance of facing and dealing with pain, and how it doesn't have to define who we are. If you're looking for inspiration...

  48. Episode 8: Women Empowerment, Dr. Suzanna Chen

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where host Kendall Donaker delves into the unique challenges and joys of raising children as a single dad. In this episode, Kendall is joined by special guest Doctor Suzanna Chen, a licensed M.D psychiatrist who shares her thoughts on women's mental health…

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  49. Episode 7: Real Talk with Your Kids About Sex (No Shame)

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this special episode, host Kendall Donaker interviews Dr. Lea Lis, a child psychiatrist, about her new book "No Shame: Real Talk with Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence,...

  50. Episode 6: Interview with PTSD Specialist Juliet Anton

    Welcome to The Single Father Podcast, where we explore the unique challenges and joys of raising children as single dads. In this episode, host Kendall Donaker interviews HCPC-Registered Psychologist and Trauma Specialist Dr. Juliet Anton about the impact of trauma on relationships, parenting…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Single Father Podcast with Father Deezy (Kendall Donaker). Real talk for single fathers on fatherhood, mental health, and relationships. Short-form episodes, same heart. New episodes regularly.

This week: “Legacy.” What keeps us up at night: our own mortality, what’s truly best for our kids, what we can control and what we have to release, and the gap between where we are, where we want to be, and where we think we should be. Legacy isn’t a monument. It’s a garden.

Find every episode at https://kendalldonaker.com/podcast/

— Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/thesinglefatherpodcast — members get the private community, early episodes, and bonus content. Watch clips & subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@Thesinglefatherpodcast — new clips every day. Official website: kendalldonaker.com/podcast

▶ Watch & subscribe on YouTube: @Thesinglefatherpodcast — new clips every day, full episodes and Shorts.

HOSTED BY

Kendall Donaker

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The Single Father Podcast with Father Deezy (Kendall Donaker). Real talk for single fathers on fatherhood, mental health, and relationships. Short-form episodes, same heart. New episodes regularly. This week: “Legacy.” What keeps us up at night: our own mortality, what’s truly best for our kids,...

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