The Present Father Show

Randy
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Parenting

This is for the fathers who refuse to disappear. Hosted by Randall Keith, founder of the Present Father movement, this show breaks down what really happens when men step into family court, high-conflict custody, and the fight to stay in their children’s lives. No sugarcoating. No “just stay positive” advice. Just real conversations about: • navigating a system that doesn’t reward good fathers • staying calm when everything is designed to provoke you • building the kind of consistency that can’t be ignored • and what it actually takes to stay present when it would be easier to quit Some episodes are raw solo breakdowns. Some are real stories from fathers in the fight. Some are conversations with people who’ve seen the system from the inside. If you’re a father who feels like you’re being erased… You’re not alone. And you’re not done.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    FROM NETFLIX TO BETRAYAL

    https://present-father.com What does it truly mean to be a present father? In this episode of The Present Father Show, I sit down with Nkateko Mahange, known to millions from Netflix's The Ultimatum. But this conversation goes far beyond reality television. Nkateko opens up about surviving a life-changing stabbing, overcoming betrayal, taking responsibility, and why he refused to give up on becoming the father his son deserves. This is a conversation about resilience, accountability, forgiveness, and the kind of legacy every parent hopes to leave behind. Whether you're navigating divorce, co-parenting, a custody battle, or simply trying to become a better father, there's something in this conversation for you. In this episode: • Nkateko's story beyond Netflix's The Ultimatum • Surviving betrayal and rebuilding his life • Why responsibility defines real fatherhood • Forgiveness, resilience, and personal growth • The importance of showing up for your children every day Follow Nkateko Mahange Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nnkaymahange?igsh=cWF4NHRteHRiZWF2 Follow Present Father Website: https://present-father.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/presentfather Instagram: https://instagram.com/presentfather TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@presentfather If this episode resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with another parent who needs to hear this message. #PresentFather #Fatherhood #TheUltimatum #Netflix #Parenting #CoParenting #Custody #DivorceRecovery #NkatekoMahange #Podcast

  2. May 26

    Shawn Pearson: Helping over 15,000 + Fathers

    👇 SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT 🌐 Website: https://present-father.com Shawn Pearson has spoken to over 15,000 fathers fighting through divorce, custody battles, false allegations, protective orders, parental alienation, and the emotional devastation that comes with family court. In this episode of The Present Father Show, Shawn breaks down the reality fathers face behind closed courtroom doors… and why so many good men accidentally destroy their own cases without realizing it. We talk about: False allegations and protective ordersFamily court narratives vs factsWhy emotional reactions get weaponizedFathers feeling isolated during divorceThe mental toll of high-conflict custody battlesHow men sabotage themselves in courtThe importance of staying calm and presentDad to Dad Peer Support and helping struggling fathersShawn has dedicated years of his life helping fathers navigate some of the darkest moments they’ve ever faced. If you’re in a custody battle… dealing with parental alienation… or trying to stay in your child’s life while the system feels stacked against you… this episode is for you. Subscribe to The Present Father Show for raw conversations about fatherhood, family court, masculinity, healing, and staying present through chaos. #presentfather #familycourt #custodybattle #fathersrights #divorce #parentalalienation #coparenting #fatherhood #mensmentalhealth #podcast

  3. May 13

    "Every Other Weekend" Is Destroying Fathers.

    Most people think family court is built to protect children. What if the system is actually tearing families apart instead? In this episode of The Present Father Show, I sit down with Rachel Marshall, also known as Father’s Advocate Mom and creator of Dead Beat Dad By Design, for one of the most raw and emotional conversations we’ve had yet. Rachel is a mother, bonus mom, former pediatric psych nurse, and outspoken advocate for fathers navigating high-conflict custody battles, parental alienation, false allegations, and the emotional toll family court can take on parents and children. We discuss: Why fathers are conditioned to accept “every other weekend”False allegations and protection order abuseThe mental health crisis affecting fathersHow parental alienation damages childrenWhy good dads are being pushed out of their kids’ livesLitigation abuse and financial devastationThe role of bonus moms during custody battlesWhat Rachel witnessed firsthand working in pediatric psychWhy children need both parentsThis episode is emotional, uncomfortable at times, and brutally honest. If you’re fighting to stay present in your child’s life, this conversation will hit home. Follow Rachel Marshall: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@deadbeatdadbydesign?si=5oP36wcU_mTLFW7f Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588312949524 Visit Present Father: https://present-father.com Follow The Present Father Show for more conversations around fatherhood, family court, men’s mental health, parental alienation, and staying present through chaos.

  4. Apr 28

    Family Law Attorney with 27+ years of experince (David Pisarra)

    Most fathers don’t lose their kids because they’re bad dads… they lose because they don’t understand how family court actually works. In this episode, I sit down with David Pisarra—a family law attorney with over 27 years of experience and the creator of Dads Law School—to break down what’s really happening inside the system. We talk about: How false allegations can flip a case overnightWhy “being a good dad” isn’t enough in courtThe low standard of proof that can cost you everythingThe biggest mistakes men make before they ever step in front of a judgeAnd how to actually prepare yourself if you’re fighting for your kidsThis isn’t theory. This is real-world strategy from someone who’s seen it play out thousands of times… and from a father who’s lived it. If you’re in a custody battle, thinking about one, or trying to make sense of what you’re going through—this episode will open your eyes. 🎧 Listen all the way through. This could change how you approach your case.

  5. Apr 21

    Robert Garza: A man on a mission!

    Robert Garza spent 16 years fighting family court… and now he’s changing the laws. Everyone talks about how broken the system is… Almost nobody is doing anything to fix it. This conversation is different. We’re not just exposing the problem… we’re talking about real solutions that are already passing in multiple states. If you’re in this fight, you need to hear this.

  6. Apr 14

    I Had ZERO Rights to My Daughter… Until It Was Almost Too Late | The Unmarried Father Story

    A real, unfiltered conversation with The Unmarried Father. In this episode, Ryan breaks down how he went from being a fully Present Father—doing everything for his newborn daughter—to suddenly being told he had no rights. No warning. No understanding of the system. Just gone. We talk about: What actually happens to unmarried fathers in family courtHow fast things can turn after one argumentThe truth about paternity, custody, and legal rightsThe emotional toll most men don’t talk aboutAnd why so many dads feel blindsided when it’s already too lateIf you’re a father—or planning to be one—this is information you need before it’s too late.

  • 6 Episodes

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About

This is for the fathers who refuse to disappear. Hosted by Randall Keith, founder of the Present Father movement, this show breaks down what really happens when men step into family court, high-conflict custody, and the fight to stay in their children’s lives. No sugarcoating. No “just stay positive” advice. Just real conversations about: • navigating a system that doesn’t reward good fathers • staying calm when everything is designed to provoke you • building the kind of consistency that can’t be ignored • and what it actually takes to stay present when it would be easier to quit Some episodes are raw solo breakdowns. Some are real stories from fathers in the fight. Some are conversations with people who’ve seen the system from the inside. If you’re a father who feels like you’re being erased… You’re not alone. And you’re not done.

Information

  • Creator
    Randy
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Randy