• From Single Mom to Success - Stephanie Richardson's Journey of Sacrifice and Strength :: Ep 73 Stronger Than My Father Podcast
    Aug 25 2025

    Join host Marcus Meneese as he sits down with certified John Maxwell coach, author, and speaker Stephanie Richardson for an inspiring conversation about single motherhood, sacrifice, and raising successful children. Stephanie shares her powerful story of navigating life as a single mom, the difficult decisions she made to prioritize her daughter's future, and how she built a successful coaching career while ensuring her daughter graduated college debt-free. This episode offers practical advice for single parents, insights into the difference between therapy and coaching, and valuable nuggets for anyone looking to unlock their potential.


    • **[1:31]** What fatherhood means - sharing parenting responsibilities and being present for your children

    • **[6:25]** Stephanie's single mom journey begins - the overwhelming feeling of making all decisions alone

    • **[9:12]** Creating support systems - starting a single moms ministry and trading childcare

    • **[11:50]** The scariest moment - quitting her stable job to stay home and build her business

    • **[13:35]** Handling breaking points - staying calm and reassuring your child during overwhelming moments

    • **[22:05]** The ultimate sacrifice - getting her daughter through college with no student loan debt

    • **[26:16]** Navigating teenage years without drama - building strong relationships through quality time

    • **[32:56]** From therapist to coach - how coaching found her organically through helping others

    • **[39:23]** Breaking the therapy stigma - why high performers use coaches to level up

    • **[43:28]** Windshield vs. rearview mirror - the key difference between therapy and coaching

    • **[45:34]** Three essential tips for struggling single moms - you're not alone, focus on your child, and invest in yourself

    Follow Stephanie:

    https://stephanierichardsonuyp.com/


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    50 mins
  • Terrica Sims on Overcoming Fear, Forgiveness, and Finding Your Soul's Liberation :: Ep 72 Stronger Than My Father Podcast
    Mar 18 2025


    In this powerful episode of Stronger Than My Father, host Marcus sits down with author Terrica Sims to discuss her transformative book "Freedom for Your Soul". Dive into an inspiring conversation about the critical role of fathers, the healing power of forgiveness, and conquering fear through faith. Terrica shares her personal journey of writing a book that not only offers practical wisdom but includes a unique certificate of salvation. Learn how to break free from past hurts, trust in God's plan, and unlock your true potential. Whether you're struggling with abandonment, fear, or seeking spiritual growth, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and a roadmap to personal liberation.


    Key Highlights:

    - The importance of father figures in young women's lives

    - Overcoming unforgiveness and healing your soul

    - Conquering fear through faith and resilience

    - The power of mentorship and believing in yourself

    - A special invitation to join Terrica's freedom story movement


    Follow Terrica:

    https://www.terricasims.com/


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    54 mins
  • The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Relationships and Fatherhood w/SpeakLife Omar :: Ep 71 Stronger Than My Father
    Feb 3 2025

    In this episode, host Marcus Meneese sits down with relationship expert Omar Bogan AKA SpeakLife Omar to have an open and honest discussion about the challenges of maintaining healthy relationships and the importance of fatherhood. Some key highlights include:


    Omar's perspective on what fatherhood means - providing strength, protection, vision, and helping children avoid the mistakes you've made.


    The challenges of staying married, including the church not properly preparing couples for the realities of marriage.


    The importance of fathers nurturing and guiding their daughters to navigate a world full of "vultures" looking to take advantage.


    The dangers of social media and technology for young people, and the need for parental guidance.


    Advice for Marcus on how to help his son navigate dating and heartbreak, including the importance of being vulnerable and sharing your own experiences.


    The need for pre-marital counseling to truly understand your partner and set a couple up for success.


    This conversation provides valuable insights for anyone looking to build stronger relationships and become a more impactful father.



    Follow Omar: https://www.instagram.com/speaklifeomar/



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    51 mins
  • Intentional Fatherhood and Marriage w/Troy Smith :: Ep 70 Stronger Than My Father Podcast
    Jan 28 2025

    In this episode, Marcus sits down with author and motivational speaker Troy Smith for an insightful discussion on the keys to successful fatherhood and marriage. Troy shares his personal journey of growing up without a present father and how that shaped his determination to be a hands-on dad. The conversation delves into the importance of affection, planning, and building a strong community to support a thriving marriage and family. Troy offers practical advice on overcoming challenges, staying accountable, and setting goals to make 2025 the best year yet. This episode is a must-listen for any man seeking to strengthen his role as a husband and father.


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    42 mins
  • The Power of Mentorship in Fatherhood w/Charles Sneed :: Ep 69 Stronger Than My Father Podcast
    Jan 21 2025

    In this powerful episode, host Marcus Meneese sits down with Charles Sneed, the creator of the "My Manhood Matters" podcast, to explore the critical role of mentorship in shaping young men's lives. Charles shares his personal journey of growing up without a consistent father figure, and how the guidance of elders and the church community helped him develop into the man he is today.


    The conversation delves into the importance of accountability, love, and spiritual grounding in fatherhood. Charles and Marcus discuss the challenges men face in balancing personal, family, and ministry responsibilities, and the need for intentional mentorship to help men become the leaders and role models their families and communities need.


    This episode is a must-listen for any father, aspiring father, or anyone interested in understanding the transformative power of mentorship in restoring fatherhood. Marcus and Charles provide practical insights and inspiration for building a stronger generation of men, one mentor-mentee relationship at a time.


    Connect with Charles:

    www.mymanhoodmatters.com


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    44 mins
  • Navigating the Grind: Lessons in Mental Toughness from a Commercial Real Estate Trailblazer w/Daynon Kirby, CCIM :: Ep 68 Stronger Than My Father
    Jan 14 2025

    In this episode, Marcus sits down with Daynon Kirby, CCIM, a seasoned commercial real estate agent, to explore the challenges and triumphs of building a successful career. From the importance of work ethic and discipline to the mental fortitude required to thrive in a competitive industry, Daynon shares invaluable insights that can inspire listeners to push past their limits and achieve their goals. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a young professional, or simply seeking to cultivate a stronger mindset, this conversation offers a roadmap for navigating the ups and downs of life's journey.


    Follow Daynon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daynon/


    Business owners! You can support the Stronger Than My Father Podcast for as low as $25 per episode. Contact us at www.strongerthanmyfather.org/contact


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    53 mins
  • Entrepreneurship and Your Kids w/ Reginald Howard :: Ep 67 Stronger Than My Father
    Jul 23 2024

    Marcus talks with Entrepreneur and Business Leader, Reginald Howard of Rhow Homes about raising confident, polite and self-sustaining children.


    About Reginald:


    Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee “Reggie” has deep local roots that go back generations. Reggie is a graduate of Hunters Lane High School and Fisk University. Reggie began his professional career as Mortgage Originator with Churchill Mortgage. This allowed Reggie at an early stage in his work career to learn the real estate business inside and out. He began to increase his knowledge of construction by serving as an Electrical Engineer with DuPont Chemicals for 5 years and then serving as an Apprentice with Sunny Crooke Construction for 8 years.


    Upon the completion of the Apprenticeship Reggie became the Project Manager for 3 years with Krause Construction. However Reggie has always had a desire to run his own business. This led him to found RHOW Properties in 2008. As RHOW Properties continued to grow in the amount of real estate projects completed “The RHOW Experience” became known within the Greater Nashville Market by 2015 as a standard few other construction companies could replicate.


    RHOW Properties and the leadership of RHOW Properties has been very active in the community. American Contractors, Mt Zion Baptist Church, Fisk University, Scars Uncovered, Nashville Chamber of Commerce and North Nashville Chamber of Commerce are only a few organizations that the leadership of RHOW Properties is an active participant with.


    25:00 - The value of a mentor


    27:40 - Getting into real estate


    32:50 - Why entrepreneurship is important today


    36:30 - Have patience with your kids!


    Follow Reginald:


    https://www.rhowhomestn.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/rhowhomes/




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    41 mins
  • Sleep Apnea and Fatherhood w/Dr. Bijoy John :: Ep 66 Stronger Than My Father
    Jun 25 2024

    Sleep makes a huge impact on fatherhood and pretty much any aspect of life!

    In this episode, Marcus talks with world-renowned sleep expert, Dr. Bijoy John about the detrimental effects of not getting good, quality sleep.


    6:50 - Skinny or heavy people? 1/3 of BJ's patients aren't overweight


    12:00 - The false premise of needing melatonin


    14:50 - REM sleep and heart rate and dying in your sleep


    17:25 - Kobe vs LeBron's sleep


    19:35 - Sleep and mental health


    28:40 - MAN-opause?



    Follow/Contact Dr. Biojoy John:

    www.sleepfixacademy.com




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    42 mins