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In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I sat down with my sister Natalie for a real and personal conversation about fear, anxiety, depression, and faith. We opened up about some of the tough moments we went through last year, the mental battles we faced, and how those experiences changed the way we look at life, fear, and the power of the mind.

We talked about how fear can control your decisions, how anxiety can make you feel stuck, and how depression can make you feel like you’re alone even when you’re not. Most importantly, we talked about how faith and the power of the mind go hand in hand, and how trusting God helped us get through some of the hardest moments in our lives.

This episode is about breaking negative patterns, learning how to control your thoughts, growing through difficult seasons, and understanding that sometimes the battles you’re fighting are mental, spiritual, and emotional all at the same time.

If you’ve ever dealt with fear, anxiety, self-doubt, or a tough season in life, this is an episode you’ll definitely relate to.

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In this powerful episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I sat down with Walessa & Ariel for a real, unfiltered conversation about marriage, upbringing, parenting, and building the kind of household they didn’t always see growing up.

They open up about how they met, when they knew it was more than just dating, and what marriage truly looks like beyond the highlight reel. From unlearning habits shaped by their childhood to intentionally breaking generational patterns, this episode dives deep into becoming better partners and better parents.

The conversation also explores how having children shifts a marriage — the emotional weight, the growing pains, and the importance of showing up for your significant other during challenging seasons. Walessa & Ariel speak honestly about the challenges that come after having a baby — the emotional changes, identity shifts, exhaustion, and the pressure both partners can feel while trying to stay connected.

They discuss what it really looks like to support one another during those difficult months, how it impacted them in ways that often go unspoken, and what they wish more couples understood before entering that phase of life.

This episode is about growth.
It’s about healing.
It’s about raising our kids with the love, presence, and partnership we may not have always witnessed ourselves.

If you’re married, planning to be, navigating parenthood, or trying to break cycles for your family — this conversation is for you.

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What’s something you’re doing differently than how you were raised?

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In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we welcome back well-known Dominican comedian Splou 🇩🇴😂—this time joined by his wife Nana, a talented content creator—for a conversation filled with laughs, love, culture, and real-life reflections.

We kick things off with unforgettable moments, including what it was really like meeting Romeo Santos and Prince Royce, and how those experiences hit differently as creators coming from the community and watching their journeys unfold in real time.

From there, we dive into their relationship—how love has evolved, how they balance marriage and content creation, and what it looks like to grow together while navigating public platforms, creativity, and partnership. 

Of course, we bring the energy with Rapid Rounds ⚡️—quick questions, no time to think, and plenty of laughs that highlight their chemistry and personalities.

We also introduce our segment “Let’s Talk About It,” where we answer a listener-submitted question. This time, a woman in her 40s opens up about dealing with FOMO (fear of missing out)—questioning timing, life choices, and the pressure of comparison in the age of social media. The conversation becomes honest, reflective, and relatable for anyone who’s ever felt behind or unsure of what’s next.
This episode blends:
Dominican culture and comedy 🇩🇴
Marriage, love, and partnership
Celebrity encounters with real perspective
Rapid-fire fun
Deep conversations about fulfillment, timing, and FOMO

Whether you’re here for the laughs, the love, or the real talk, this episode delivers on all fronts.
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In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, Natalie & I have an honest and necessary conversation about parental accountability—and what it really means to raise kids in today’s world.

We talk about how our children’s behavior doesn’t exist in a vacuum. As parents, we have to look inward and ask ourselves the hard questions:
How are we showing up? What are we modeling? And where do we need to take responsibility instead of making excuses?

Drawing from firsthand experience working in schools located in low-income communities, we discuss the realities many families face—kids coming to school hungry, distracted, and emotionally overwhelmed. How can children focus on learning when basic needs aren’t being met? And how does that responsibility extend beyond schools and back into the home?

We also dive deep into parental exhaustion—acknowledging that burnout is real, even in two-parent households, and the pressure only multiplies for single parents. Parenting while depleted is hard, but it’s still our responsibility to remain intentional, patient, and accountable.

This episode explores:
- Holding ourselves accountable for our kids’ behavior
- Parenting through consequences, not fear
- The difference between discipline and punishment
- How fear-based tactics from previous generations “worked,” but caused lasting damage
- Breaking generational cycles while still raising respectful, accountable kids
- Navigating parenting while tired, stressed, and stretched thin

This isn’t about blaming parents—it’s about being honest, having real conversations, and doing better for the next generation.

If you’re a parent, educator, or someone invested in the future of our kids, this conversation matters.

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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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