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In this powerful episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we sit down with Stephen Rodriguez, better known as Chef Papi 🇩🇴🔥—a Dominican chef, entrepreneur, and father whose journey is about much more than food.

Before the brand, before the confidence, before the success… Stephen was just a kid from the community chasing purpose. We unpack the story behind the name Chef Papi, the grind before the wins, and the moments of doubt most people never see.

Chef Papi opens up about growing up Dominican, where food wasn’t just nourishment—it was connection, culture, and love. We talk about how cooking became his bridge to his roots, even as life got busier and the pressure grew heavier.

This conversation goes deeper into:

• The humbling moments early in his career
• The fear and doubt behind chasing a dream
• How fatherhood completely redefined his idea of success
• The legacy he’s intentionally building for his kids
• Lessons no business book could ever teach him

We also had some fun with a Dominican rapid-fire round 🌴🍽️—from mangú vs. tostones to judging people for messing up certain dishes 😅

We close with real advice for young people from our communities who have talent but struggle to believe a future like this is possible.

This episode is about identity, resilience, fatherhood, culture, and legacy—served raw, honest, and unfiltered.

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Mom guilt is real — and for many women, it’s overwhelming.

In this powerful episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I sit down once again with The Millennial Moms, four strong and honest mothers who return to the podcast for a real conversation about the emotional, mental, and generational pressure moms face every single day.

We get into how social media has completely shifted the way we parent, shaping expectations, discipline, and even how children respond to authority. We talk about kids no longer fearing consequences for their behavior, why traditional punishment doesn’t hit the same anymore, and how parents now feel forced to step up the grounding game just to be taken seriously.

The conversation also tackles the growing debate around soft parenting, why it doesn’t always work in real-life situations, and why constantly “counting to three” is failing to build respect or accountability. Instead, we discuss the importance of consistency, follow-through, and clear boundaries — not fear, but structure.

We also don’t shy away from tougher topics, including deadbeat dads AND deadbeat moms, parental avoidance, and how many of us are still healing from emotional neglect passed down from parents and grandparents who were never emotionally present.

This is a healing, honest, and necessary conversation for parents — especially moms who feel like they’re carrying the world alone while trying to figure out how to parent in today’s social-media-driven culture.

In this episode, we cover:

• How social media has shifted modern parenting
• Why kids aren’t responding to punishment the same way
• The problem with counting to three and empty threats
• Why soft parenting doesn’t always work
• Stepping up discipline without becoming harsh or abusive
• Why both moms and dads can be emotionally absent or avoidant
• Breaking generational cycles of emotional neglect

Parenthood isn’t just about raising children — it’s about rewriting generational patterns.

If you’re a parent who’s ever felt guilt, pressure, confusion, or burnout navigating discipline in today’s world… this episode is for you.

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Marriage doesn’t end when kids enter the picture—but it does change. In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I talk about the silent shifts that happen in a marriage after children arrive. From time and priorities to intimacy and communication, parenting transforms the way couples connect in ways most of us don’t expect.

I break down:
* How kids change the marriage dynamic (time, intimacy, priorities)
* Why communication becomes even more important than ever
* Practical ways to keep the romance alive in a busy household

If you and your partner have felt the quiet distance that comes with raising kids, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone—and that small, intentional actions can keep love alive even in the chaos of parenthood.

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Mom guilt is real — and for many women, it’s overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with The Millennial Moms, four powerful mothers who return to the podcast to talk openly about the emotional, mental, and generational pressure moms face every day.

We unpack the guilt mothers carry trying to “do it all,” the judgment they face, and how society overlooks their sacrifices. We also get real about deadbeat dads AND deadbeat moms, the rise of parental avoidance, and how many of us are still healing from the emotional neglect of parents and grandparents who were never emotionally present.

This is a healing, honest, and necessary conversation for parents — and especially for moms who feel like they’re carrying the world alone.

In this episode we cover:
•Why mom guilt hits so hard — and how to recognize it
•Why both moms and dads can be emotionally absent or avoidant
•Breaking cycles of emotional neglect from past generations
•How being overly present with our kids doesn't help us

Parenthood is not just raising children — it’s rewriting generational patterns.

If you’re a parent who’s ever felt guilt, pressure, or loneliness in parenting… this one’s for you!

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In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we sit down with entrepreneur and business coach Dan Sachkowsky to talk about breaking free from the fear of starting your own business, learning to figure things out along the way, and trusting yourself to succeed.

Dan’s mindset is all business—but he’s also a dedicated dad who understands the balance (and sometimes the sacrifice) between building your dream and spending time with your family. We dive deep into:
•Overcoming the fear of entrepreneurship
•Why figuring it out as you go is a strength, not a weakness
•How to bet on yourself and win
•The hard truth about sacrificing family time for business growth
•What it takes to become the best version of yourself professionally and personally

If you’ve ever thought about starting your own business, or if you’re a parent navigating the challenges of ambition and family life, this episode is for you.

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In this hilarious and hilarious episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I’m joined by the one and only Dominican comedy king Splou YorkCity (IG: @_splou) and his fiancée, the super dope content creator La Nana (IG: @na_nillz)!

We talk about EVERYTHING — from Splou’s surprise proposal to Nana, to growing up with strict Dominican parents, to the moment he knew comedy was his calling. These two had us laughing the whole time as they shared the WILD story of how they met. We also got into what happens when we are hangry, who would leave who in jail & the answer will have you cracking up 😂.

I also opened up about how I proposed to my own wife, and let’s just say the stories were flying!

If you believe laughter is the secret to lasting love, this episode is for YOU. Tap in for nonstop jokes, real talk, and Dominican flavor from two people who are clearly meant for each other.

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In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sat down with Kiara Luna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, proud Latina, from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 who is helping change the narrative around mental health in our community.

We dive deep into:
• Our upbringing in Dominican households and the unspoken challenges many of us faced growing up
• The generational trauma that often gets passed down without anyone even realizing it
• How emotional dismissal shaped Kiara’s childhood and how she learned to find her voice
• The dismissive parenting tactics that were common in our culture—and how they impacted us emotionally
• Why therapy matters and how it’s helping us heal and parent differently
• How our children’s upbringing will be radically different because of the work we’re doing to break these unhealthy cycles.

This is an authentic, raw, and insightful conversation about culture, healing, parenting, and breaking free from the old patterns that no longer serve us. If you come from a similar background, this episode will hit home—and it’s a must-watch for anyone raising children while carrying the weight of their own childhood experiences.

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This special Father’s Day weekend episode features a deep and powerful conversation with Dr. Antwan “Amadeus” Thompson — CEO of Platinum Boy Music Inc., Multi-Platinum BadBoy/Hitmen Record Producer, Author, Motivational Speaker, and Educator. 🎵📚🙏🏽

We dive into:
• His humble beginnings and the life-changing moment when he had a serious conversation with God
• How spiritual discernment has led him to walk in his purpose and receive God-given blessings
• The emotional highs and hidden loneliness behind his rise to fame in the music industry
• What it means to be a father first — how our kids keep us going, no matter what
• The unique gifts we all carry and why it’s critical to live out your dream
• How he broke down in front of his son and why fatherhood is the greatest gift from God
• A heartfelt reflection on now understanding the struggles our parents faced, now that we’re parents too
• Why it’s important to take care of the people who genuinely love you

This conversation is real, raw, emotional, and full of wisdom — a must-watch for dads, dreamers, and believers everywhere.

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Happy Father’s Day to all the real ones out there. 💪🏽👑

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