The Dad´s Group Chat Podcast

Geraldo Santana

The Host, Geraldo Santana, AKA "They Call Me G" chops it up with  guest from different walks of life, and deep dives into conversations about entrepreneurship, purpose, challenges, parenting, our communities, raising our kids, and much more!

  1. Aug 11

    When a Man Surrenders to God | Loss, Faith, & Fatherhood | Lorenzo Bernardez

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply emotional episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, I sit down with Lorenzo Bernardez for a conversation that goes far beyond fatherhood, community work, and podcasting. Lorenzo is the founder of Slice of Excellence, an organization dedicated to empowering young people and strengthening the relationship between students and educators through his unique “We Trade Report Cards for Pizza” initiative. But behind the mission is a much deeper story. Lorenzo opens up about losing both of his parents, the impact that grief had on him, becoming a father, and the journey that ultimately led him to Jesus Christ. We talk about what it really means for a man to submit to God, surrender control, trust God’s plan, and understand that faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being willing to let go. And this conversation got REAL. There were moments of laughter, vulnerability, pain, reflection… and tears. This isn’t just a conversation about religion. It’s a conversation about what happens when a man allows himself to be vulnerable, confronts his pain, surrenders his ego, and allows God to lead him. We talk about: 🙏🏽 Surrendering and submitting to Jesus 💔 Losing both parents and processing grief 👨🏽‍👧🏽 Fatherhood and becoming the man your children need ✝️ Finding Christ in the middle of life’s hardest seasons 🧠 Breaking generational cycles 🎓 Advocating for young people 🍕 Slice of Excellence & trading report cards for pizza ❤️ Vulnerability and men giving themselves permission to feel 🔥 Purpose, faith, healing, and legacy Sometimes the strongest thing a man can do isn’t hold everything together. Sometimes it’s surrender. Watch the full conversation and let us know in the comments: What does surrendering to God mean to you? ⸻ Guest Host:  @conversationswithzo   Follow us for more impactful conversations: 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All social media Platforms : @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast ✅ For Business Inquiries: @roupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to turn on notifications! Support the show

  2. Jul 21

    Fatherhood Starts With Showing Up | Luis Omar Figueroa

    Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to show up as a father? In this impactful episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we’re joined by Luis Omar Figueroa—entrepreneur, author, mortgage expert, real estate professional, and proud father of three sons. This conversation isn’t about business—it’s about fatherhood. As a boy dad and a girl dad, we explore the unique challenges of raising sons versus daughters, what today’s children truly need from their fathers, and why a father’s presence is one of the greatest gifts a child can receive. From teaching boys how to become honorable men to discussing discipline, emotional intelligence, leadership, accountability, and legacy, this episode is filled with honest perspectives that every father—and future father—can learn from. In This Episode: * Boy Dad vs. Girl Dad perspectives * Why fathers need to show up now more than ever * Raising boys into strong, respectful men * Preparing daughters vs. preparing sons * Discipline vs. relationship * Emotional intelligence in fatherhood * Breaking generational cycles * The legacy every father leaves behind 💬 Question of the Day: What’s the most important lesson a father can teach his children? Leave your answer in the comments—we’d love to hear your perspective. ⸻ 🎙️ Host Luis Omar Figueroa 📱 Instagram: @askluisomar ⸻ 🎙️ Follow us for more impactful conversations: Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All Social Media Platforms: @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast 📧 Business Inquiries: @roupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! ⸻ Special Thanks to Our Episode Sponsor Hudson Group Realty Network Inc. Thank you to Hudson Group Realty Network Inc. for sponsoring this episode and supporting conversations that strengthen fathers, families, and communities. Support the show

  3. Jun 26

    From La Factoria to Stand-Up: Dominican Comedy Legends | Tommy 5k & Ivan Manito

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when two of New York’s funniest Dominican comedians sit down at The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast? Pure chaos! 😂🇩🇴 This week, we’re joined by Tommy 5K and Ivan Manito for an unforgettable conversation about Dominican culture, stand-up comedy, content creation, La Factoria, social media, and the hilarious experiences that shaped them into two of the biggest names in Latino comedy. From growing up in Dominican households to building careers that make millions laugh online and on stage, this episode is packed with stories, jokes, and moments every Dominican—and every comedy fan—can relate to. In this episode: * 🇩🇴 Dominican culture and family traditions * 🎭 The journey into stand-up and content creation * 😂 Behind the success of La Factoria * 🎤 Life as comedians in New York * 📱 Social media & staying relevant * ⚡ Dominican Rapid Fire questions * 🤣 Hilarious stories you’ve probably experienced yourself Whether you’re Dominican, Latino, or just love great conversations with hilarious guests, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! ⸻ Follow Tommy 5K 📸 Instagram: @tfivek Follow Ivan Manito 📸 Instagram: @ivanmanito ⸻ Follow us for more impactful conversations: 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All Social Media Platforms: @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast 📧 Business Inquiries: thedadsgroupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! Support the show

  4. Apr 17

    Marriage, Kids & Content Creation | Alex Foxx & Alessa

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Alex & Alessa (Alex Foxx & Em Loren) Join The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Alex & Alessa—also known as Alex Foxx & Em Loren—to talk about everything from parenting as Dominican/ Italian millennials to raising kids in the suburbs, building a life together through content creation, and balancing marriage, family, and social media. This conversation is funny, real, and full of moments every parent (especially in our culture) can relate to. We break down the generational shift in parenting and what it really means today. ⸻ 🔥 In this episode, we discuss: •How Alex & Alessa started creating content as a family •Parenting as Dominican/ Italian millennials vs how we were raised •Raising suburban kids with inner-city and Caribbean roots •Marriage while raising kids and building a brand together •The reality of content creation as a family (and burnout) •Personality vs social media persona — what people don’t see •Social media’s impact on kids growing up today •Fatherhood vs motherhood — different perspectives This episode is for anyone navigating parenting, marriage, culture, and social media in today’s world. Whether you’re a parent or not, this conversation will have you laughing, reflecting, and maybe even questioning how we’re raising the next generation. Follow us for more impactful conversations: 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All social media Platforms : @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast ✅ For Business Inquiries: thedadsgroupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to turn on notifications Support the show

  5. Apr 11

    The Grind Behind Independent Filmmaking | Wilfred La Salle, Yanko Valetin-Perez & Lancelot Theobald Jr.

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful follow-up episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we sit down once again with independent filmmaker Wilfred La Salle—this time joined by actors Yanko Valentin-Perez and Lancelot Theobald Jr.—for an in-depth conversation about their latest film, The Veteran. This episode goes beyond the movie itself. We dive into Wilfred’s continued journey as an independent filmmaker, the challenges of wearing multiple hats in the industry, and what it takes to bring meaningful stories to life without major studio backing. Yanko and Lance also share their experiences stepping into emotionally layered roles, the chemistry built on set, and what it’s like bringing powerful characters to the screen. In this episode, we discuss:  • The making of The Veteran and the story behind it  • Wilfred’s growth since his last appearance on the podcast  • The realities of independent filmmaking  • The emotional process of stepping into difficult roles  • Streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Paramount+  • The future of film and where the industry is headed  • What it really takes to break through in today’s entertainment world This is a must-watch conversation for filmmakers, actors, creatives, and anyone chasing a vision. Follow us for more impactful conversations: 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All social media Platforms : @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast ✅ For Business Inquiries: @roupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to turn on notifications! Support the show

  6. Apr 1

    Raising a Family While Chasing Bachata Dreams | Liza & Willie

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast, we welcome back Liza & Willie for the third time, and at this point they’re family. We talk about their journey as an independent bachata duo, the grind of the bachata industry in NYC, and what it’s like chasing big music dreams while raising a family. We also talk about their new song “Adicto a tu Ausencia”, their growth in the music industry, and the struggles independent artists face behind the scenes that people don’t always see. This episode was extra special because their son Elijah joined us and gave his honest perspective on growing up while watching his parents chase their music dreams. He told stories, gave his opinions on their music, and even joined us for a hilarious rapid fire round. We also talked about parenting, balancing marriage, music, and family life, and what legacy really means when you’re building something not just for yourselves, but for your kids too. This was a great conversation about family, culture, music, sacrifice, and chasing goals together. Follow Liza & Willie Music and stream their new song “Adicto a tu Ausencia”. Follow us for more impactful conversations: 🎙️ Podcast: The Dad’s Group Chat Podcast 📱 All social media Platforms : @TheDadsGroupChatPodcast ✅ For Business Inquiries: thedadsgroupchatpodcast@gmail.com 🔔 Don’t forget to turn on notifications! Support the show

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The Host, Geraldo Santana, AKA "They Call Me G" chops it up with  guest from different walks of life, and deep dives into conversations about entrepreneurship, purpose, challenges, parenting, our communities, raising our kids, and much more!

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