Dope Black Dads Podcast

What happens when your father’s shadow is your biggest opponent? Marvyn Harrison breaks down Benn vs Eubank II — the fight that wasn’t just about punches, but parenting, legacy, and identity. From Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr.’s 90s rivalry to their sons’ clash under the lights, this is a story about how fathers shape sons — and how sons fight to become men in their own right. Featuring deep analysis, emotional reflection, and a ...

In this episode of the Dope Black Dads podcast, Marvyn breaks down what it really takes to support a good man in 2025, without shrinking yourself or cosplaying a “good little wife.” 

He covers: 

• The truth about “something happening with men” — and why it’s about to go one of two ways

• The viral Chanté Joseph article about women feeling ashamed to say “I have a boyfriend,” and what that reveals about how men are valued

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Recorded in the middle of the night, Marvyn breaks down how New York elected its first Muslim, South Asian, democratic socialist mayor under Donald Trump, why California quietly rewired Congress with one ballot measure, and how Virginia and New Jersey just told the rest of America where voters actually stand. This is not a vibes recap. It’s a live autopsy on power, maps, money and hope. 

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I opened my ChatGPT vault and read the last five things I asked it: the best loose-leaf tea on earth, a high-leverage sales plan, a global parenting pivot, the truth behind “quotas” in ads, and the Antwone Fisher poem that hits like a freight train. Momentum storytelling. Zero fluff. High signal. 

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• Why your teabag tastes mid, and the five loose-leaf brands worth real money

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This week on the Dope Black Dads podcast, we dive into a powerful and timely story. Victoria Beckham has revealed in her new Netflix documentary that her eating disorder made her “good at lying” A raw admission that sheds light on a condition too often hidden in silence.

Beyond the celebrity headline, this conversation is about what it means for our families, our children, and our communities. Eating disorders are not about vani...

For decades, families of the 97 Hillsborough victims were denied honesty and justice. Public officials lied, delayed, and covered up. Now, the long-awaited Hillsborough Law, formally the Public Office Accountability Bill, introduces a legal duty of candour, forcing officials to tell the truth during major disaster investigations, with criminal penalties if they don’t.

In this episode, Marvyn Harrison breaks down why this law mat...

Back in the 1930s, love was about survival—one person brought money, the other ran the home. By the 1990s, polarity and attraction became the focus. But in 2025? That’s not enough. Today, real connection needs three things: survival, desire, and alignment.

In this episode, Marvyn Harrison explores how blurred gender roles, economic independence, and new expectations around emotional intelligence have reshaped what it takes to build ...

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When my son was born, I thought I had to choose between staying home to give him everything or going back to work and risking missing the moments that matter. But the truth is, you don’t have to choose. From September, eligible working parents of children aged 9 months up to school age could get up to 30 hours of funded childcare a week, over 38 weeks a year — worth up to £7,500 in savings. That’s not just money back; it’s time to ...

Today’s episode is a throwback episode with Kate Ferdinand — mother, entrepreneur, and host of the award-winning podcast Blended. We discussed what began as a WhatsApp group is now a powerful platform supporting Black and mixed-heritage fathers across the world.

In this episode, Kate and Marvyn explore how our own childhoods shape the way we parent, the importance of emotional honesty, and how to have age-appropriate conversatio...

From Kool Herc’s Kingston-style block parties to Kendrick’s Grammy sweeps and Carti’s moshpit mayhem, who really ran rap every year since 1979? In this definitive timeline, we break down the Big 3 artists of each year, blending mainstream dominance, cultural impact, and lyrical integrity.

Featuring heavyweights like LL Cool J, OutKast, Missy, Future, Nicki Minaj, and J. Cole, this episode challenges revisionist history and makes...

⚡ THE CHALLENGE

I forced my household to try twenty one penny pinching moves in one week. No edits. No mercy.

WHAT HAPPENED

• Hack 3 sparked a shower time race

• Hack 7 killed takeaway cravings

• Hack 14 slashed our energy bill in thirty seconds

• Hack 21 broke my Netflix habit and the kids survived

FULL LIST

1 Kill phantom power at bedtime

2 Daily smart meter checks

… all the way to 21 Rotate streaming subs like a pro

WHY...

What does the government’s new health plan actually mean for your community?

In this exclusive, no-holds-barred Q&A, Marvyn Harrison sits down with Wes Streeting, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, to ask the questions that matter most to working-class and Black British families.

We dive into:

• The postcode lottery in care
• Why Black men aren’t trusting the NHS
• Where the money’s really going
• And how this plan could ...

What’s it really like being Education Secretary? In this powerful conversation, Bridget Phillipson marks her first year in post by speaking openly with Marvyn Harrison and young voices from Dope Black Dads. She reflects on the teacher who changed her life, discusses her priorities for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and sets out her vision for mental health in every school. This episode goes beyond ...

Is there still honour in hip-hop? Can rap teach us how to be better men?

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the extraordinary journey of Clipse—brothers Pusha T and No Malice—uncovering what their story reveals about masculinity, loyalty, and principled living. From “Grindin’” lunch tables to Louis Vuitton runways, we walk through their full timeline, pulling out the life lessons embedded in their rhymes, career moves, and pu...

In this episode, Marvyn Harrison asks a question that shifts the way we show up in our relationships: How can I love you better?

This is a practical, vulnerable reflection on how love evolves over time, and why checking in with our partners, children, and friends matters more than ever.

From the changing landscape of fatherhood to the emotional intelligence needed for deep connection, this is a must-listen for anyone who wants to lov...

Imagine Friends… but Black.

Not just a race-swap, but a complete cultural remix.

In this episode, we explore what a modern-day, all-Black reboot of the iconic 90s sitcom could look like, set in Hackney, rooted in today’s Black culture, with characters that reflect our reality.

We break down:

• The reimagined character archetypes
• The new hangout spot (spoiler: it’s not Central Perk)
• The themes that would actually resonate today—gentle p...

⏱️ THE CHALLENGE

I put 20 parent-approved hacks to the ultimate test on live Sports Day—no retakes, no mercy.

WHAT HAPPENED

• Tip #3 nearly caused a water-fight 🤣

• Tip #7 saved £50 in 10 seconds

• Tip #14 kept my son’s muscles warm like a pro sprinter

FULL HACK LIST

1. Balanced breakfast (slow-release carbs)

2. Pre-hydration strategy

3. Super-labelled bottle trick

… all the way to 20. Capture memories, not just photos.

W...

What if the key to your peace isn't reconciliation, but release?

In this solo episode, Marvyn Harrison offers a detailed, compassionate guide for anyone navigating unresolved feelings toward an absent, distant, or emotionally unavailable father. You'll learn:

• Why closure matters (even without reconciliation)
• How to know if you're ready for contact
• A safety-first outreach plan
• Word-for-word scripts for conversation
• Aftercare tips ...