Black Fathers, Now!

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com use code "summer" at checkout for 10% off through the end of August 2018! Grab a copy of my new book, "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto" by visiting www.iammikedorsey.com or www.blackfathersnow.com Its also available on Amazon.com Today's Quick Message Presents the concept, "Being a Slave to Nothing", and how that leads to True Freedom!  I'd Love to hear your thoughts on this concept.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast via iTunes/Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, iHeart Radio, Tunein Radio, Spotify or ANYWHERE you consume podcasts... Please Leave comments and share this episode with others! Make sure to follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Be Blessed, Well and Wise! MikeD

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Make sure to visit www.iamMikeDorsey.com or www.BlackFathersNOW.com to grab a copy of my new book, "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto"...its also available on Amazon.com Today's Episode is another installment of the "Sneakers and Planes" series.  In this episode you'll hear a round table discussion between My wife Myisha, My sisters in law Sparkle and Victoria and my brothers Daniel and David and I on our recent trip to Jamaica.  We chop it up on the importance of Travel, Marriage, Family, Communication and continually developing our relationships.  This is definitely a Dope Discussion!  Make sure to follow @BlackFathersNOW via Facebook and Instagram and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter.  Subscribe via Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Stitcher and Google play...and Please Share this Episode with others!!! Be Blessed, Well and Wise! Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com use code "summer" until 8/31/18 to receive 10% off total order!!!  Visit www.iammikedorsey.com or www.BlackFathersNOW.com to grab a copy of "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto".  10 Commitments Black Fathers need to make to improve our Families and Communities!  Grab a copy from Amazon.com as well. Today's Quick episode uses an example to challenge whether or not you should "Criticize" before you peel the layers back to see if there is something for you to learn or not.  Thought Provoking... Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play to "Black Fathers, NOW!" and follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter be Blessed, Well and Wise! Mike D  

Today's Episode is a Happy Anniversary Shout out to my Love, My Wife, Myisha Dorsey!  Fella's, we MUST take time to celebrate our Women!  Happy Anniversary Babe...I Love YOU!!! www.BlackFathersNOW.com www.iAmMikeDorsey.com www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Grab a copy of "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto" on Amazon.com!!! Be Blessed, Well and Wise!!! Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com visit the site and use code "Summer" at checkout for 10% off your total order through 8/31/18!!! Be sure to visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com or www.IAmMikeDorsey.com and grab a copy of my new book "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto".  Its also available on Amazon.com. Today's Interview was absolutely powerful!!!  I had the unique opportunity to interview my Cousin; the world-traveling artist with a dynamic story...William Mustafa!  William is an internationally recognized creative that takes Art to the next level.  He's also the father of 9, a practicing Muslim and lives between the USA and Italy.  We actually conducted this interview while he's in Milan, Italy!  During this interview we discuss: -Entrepreneurship at an early age -The Practice of Islam -International Travel -Being Married to someone of a different culture and religion -the challenges of having 3 kids before he was 19 and so much more... Connect with William via Facebook: @Artworks of William Mustafa Youtube:

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com or www.iAmMikeDorsey.com to grab a copy of my hot new book, "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto" A commitment to excellence in Life, Fatherhood and the support of Dynamic Black Men. Today's quick episode references a quote from Maya Angelou...Simply put, You are NOT alone!  make sure to share this episode with family a friends!!!!  Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher or Google Play.  Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Share Share Share and leave your thoughts and comments!!! Be Blessed, Well and Wise Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Also, visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com or www.iAmMikeDorsey.com and grab a copy of my hot new book "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto"...A commitment to Excellence in Life, Fatherhood and the Support of Dynamic Black Men. Today's episode is the first installment of a periodic segment we're calling, "Sneakers and Planes".  The Sneakers and Planes segment of Black Fathers, NOW! is here to inspire you to venture out and have dynamic experiences locally and around the world.  Whether by Sneaker or by Plane, get out and see and experience the world!!!  This episode dives into the specifics of my family's trip to Cancun Mexico a few months ago.  It was the first time my kids got their passports stamped.  Enjoy, Take notes and get out and see the world!!! Make sure to share this episode with friends and family.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast via Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher or Google Play.  Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Facebook and Instagram and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitte

Episode Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Grab a copy of "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto" the New book that is a commitment to Excellence in Life and Fatherhood and the Support of Dynamic Black Men.  visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com or www.iAmMikeDorsey.com and grab your copy!!!!  Also available via Amazon.com. This quick thought provoking episode spawned from a recent conversation i had with a young brother who's contemplating a new chapter in life.  For each and every one of you...take a look in the mirror and truly analyze whats going on.  If you're honest, most of the time the "Quicksand" that you envision is simply "Gum on the bottom of your shoe".  Make sure to leave your comments and thoughts on this topic.  Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter.  I look forward to connecting with YOU. Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play Be Blessed, Well and Wise! MikeD

grab a copy of my new book via Amazon: Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com  Today's Guest is Father and Entrepreneur from Sacramento California, Harrison Anderson.  Harrison is the Founder of www.MelanatedFathers.com .  In our dynamic conversation we disucss: -Stephon Clark -Becoming a Father of 4 children by age 23 -the Journey of Becoming an Entrepreneur -the impact of losing his parents early in life -the inspiration behind "Melanated Fathers of America" and so much more... make sure to follow Harrison on Instagram @MelanatedFathers100 and Twitter @Melanin100...Make sure to let him know you heard about him on "Black Fathers, NOW!" make sure to visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com and subscribe via Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Stitcher or Google play.  Please Please Please leave us a solid rating on your respective platform. Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Be Blessed, Well and Wise!!! Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Today's Episode dives into the Back Story and unique inspiration behind my new book, "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto".  Make sure to visit Amazon and Grab a copy via Paperback or Kindle: Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto Link Please Leave Reviews on Amazon!!!!!! I quickly dive into the 10pts of the Manifesto and present the case for why every Black Man and every Woman Connected to a Black Man needs a copy of this!  Enjoy! Make sure to Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter www.BlackFathersNOW.com and www.IAmMikeDorsey.com for more info!!! Subscribe via ApplePodcasts/iTunes, Stitcher or Google Play Be Blessed, Well and Wise! MikeD

Launching THIS WEEK grab a Copy of Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto (Paperback and Kindle) via Amazon!!!  A New Book that sets the Tone for 10 Areas that Black Men and Individuals Connected to Black Men Need to commit to in order to improve our communities for generations to come!  Grab a Copy!!! As always, This is also brought to you by www.BlackFamilyApparel.com .  Visit Black Family Apparel to grab some awesome apparel that celebrates the nuances of the Black Family! Today's Episode is AWESOME!  We get a history lesson from my Friend and Neighbor Mac McSwine.  Mac is a Retired businessman, Husband, Father, Grandfather and All Around Solid Guy!  In this episode we dive into his experience coming of age in Greenwood Mississippi at the height of the Civil Rights Movement and how all of this has impacted him as a father and Grandfather.  Some of the Things we discuss: -Finishing HS in 1964 during the historic Voter Registration Movement in Greenwood organized by SNCC -What the Civil Rights Movement was REAL

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Grab some dope gear to celebrate the Black Family! Today's Quick Episode Dives into the concept of "Knowing Yourself".  This is a Quick Listen!  make sure to share with friends and family.  Also, PLEASE visit Apple podcast, stitcher or Google Play and give us a great rating!!!!  I would really appreciate it. visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com and Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Facebook/Instagram and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Be Blessed Well and Wise!!! Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com This Episode's Guest is Comedian, Producer, Father and my frat brother (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc) Doug Williams.  Doug has an AMAZING Story!  We walk through his journey all the way from Montgomery Alabama to Hollywood California.  We dive into how a night in a Huntsville Alabama Comedy club and an encounter with his Mentor Steve Harvey helped to change his trajectory.  Some of the topics we discuss: -Experiences on BET's Comic View, Showtime at the Apollo and his own Comedy Central Feature -What it was like to create, produce and host Starz Network's First Original Comedy series, "Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand Up" -Forming a Production company with his Wife -How Domestic Violence Classes helped him to Reprogram himself to Think THEN React...and So much more... Make sure to Connect with Doug and Follow him on Social Media: Doug Williams Fan Page on Facebook; @MrDouglasWilliams on Instagram, @MrDougWilliams on Twitter Make sure to let him know you heard a

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Today's Quick Episode references a Powerful line from Lauryn Hill's Album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill from 20yrs ago.  "How You Gonna Win if You Aint Right Within?"  Thats the Question!!! Tune in and leave your thoughts.  Please visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com and follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter.  Subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play and PLEASE PLEASE Leave a rating and comments! Be on the Lookout for My upcoming Book on Fatherhood!!! Be Blessed Well and Wise! Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com visit Black Family Apparel for dope apparel that celebrates the Black Family! This Episode is Blessed with the presence of Daron K. Roberts www.DaronKRoberts.com Daron is a husband and Father of 5, has 2 Degrees from Harvard, is a Former NFL and Major FBS College Football Coach, Speaker and Author of Call An Audible: Let my Pivot from Harvard Law to NFL Coach Inspire your Transition. This Episode is Absolute Fire!  We discuss: -My Dad was ALWAYS Present -Taking Micro Steps -Finding Comfort in Discomfort -Giving yourself a chance to be challenged and so much more... make sure to follow @CoachDKR on Instagram and Twitter and @DaronKRoberts on Facebook and Linkedin.  Check out his Podcast "A Tribe Called, YES" http://atribecalledyes.com/ on all the major Podcast Platforms.  Be sure to let him know you heard about him on Black Fathers, NOW!. As always, visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com and Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter PLEASE Sub

Episode Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com visit Black Family Apparel and grab some awesome apparel that celebrates the nuances of the Black Family! Today's Quick Episode is going to make YOU think!  Personal Development STARTS with Personal Responsibility...Listen, Internalize...Then ACT!  Thoughts??? visit www.BlackFathersnow.com follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram, Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Subscribe to Black Fathers, NOW! via Stitcher, iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Play and Spotify.  Make sure to visit our YouTube page and hit the subscribe button!! Be Blessed, Well and Wise Mike D

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Today's Guest is Pastor Derick Wakefield of Freedom Fellowship Christian Church in Knoxville, TN.  www.freedomknoxville.org We have a deep discussion about his life and how he developed the will to honor his father through his imperfections.  A few concepts we discuss are: -Being Present yet not Perfect -Not Allowing others perceptions of my father to impact my own personal viewpoint -Mindset and Commitment -Lessons from my father and so much more... To connect with Pastor Wakefield: you can visit Freedom Fellowship Christian Church on Sunday Mornings at 9am: 4027 Papermill Dr Knoxville, TN 37901 (865) 212-3450 ffcc@comcast.net you can also connect with @DerickWakefield via Facebook or Freedom Fellowship Christian Church Knoxville via Facebook As always, visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com and Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Google Play...also visit our YouTube Page Be Blessed, Wel

Today's Episode is sponsored by www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Grab Some awesome apparel that celebrates the Black Family!!! Our Guest is "The Black Therapist" Arron Muller.  He's a Husband, Father and Social Worker from New York.  He's also the Chief Operating Officer and Therapist at Life Matters Psychological Services alongside his wife Dr. Trudy Ann Gayle.  In this episode we dive into the importance of Mental and Emotional Health...especially in Black Men.  The Best Way to connect with Arron is via his Instagram handle (@TheBlack_Therapist).  From there you can grab one of his shirts "Black Kings Need Therapy too" and link up regarding services if you're in the Metro NYC area.  Make sure to let him know you heard about him on Black Fathers, NOW!  As always, follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter.  Make sure to follow our Youtube Page as well!  Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play.  Visit www.BlackFathersNOW.com Please Share Share Share This E

Today's Episode is brought to you by www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Our Guest is non other than Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, Podcaster and founder of www.BlackEntrepreneurBlueprint.com Jay Jones.  Jay drops some serious Game that we can put into practice RIGHT NOW!  We rap about: -balancing being a father and an entrepreneur at the same time -Knowledge vs. Know How -Inspirations and Motivations and so much more... Jay has a few resources available for the Black Fathers, NOW! Family.  www.DigitalBlackMedia.com www.BeSmartBuyBlack.com To Connect with Jay, visit www.BlackEntrepreneurBlueprint.com shoot him an email: jayjones@blackentrepreneurblueprint.com follow @JayJones001 on Twitter, @JayJones4Real on Instagram, and Black Entrepreneur Blueprint on Youtube and Facebook. Be sure to let him know you enjoyed his episode on Black Fathers, NOW! as always, visit www.Blackfathersnow.com Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay or any pl

Today's Episode is brought to you by wwww.BlackFamilyapparel.com Visit BlackFamilyApparel and grab some dope apparel that celebrates the nuances of the Black Family! This Quick Episode asks the simple Question; What Messages are YOU sending?  I use a reference from the Movie "Pootie Tang" to drive the point home.  Make sure to Share this episode with Family and Friends!!!  Visit www.BlackFathersnow.com and Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and @BlkFathersNOW via Twitter Subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher or Google Play! Be Blessed Well and Wise!!! Mike D