Father Hoods

DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital
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  • PARENTING
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

From the creators of The Drink Champs, come... insider Hip-Hop Stories, Parenting Advice and Therapy Sessions from devout Hip Hop heads. Father Hoods is a weekly podcast where DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital discuss being fathers and how they parent from a Hip-Hop perspective. In their rap sessions they get into their child raising strategies, fears and joys - all while serving as each other's trusted council in figuring out how NOT to screw up being good dads. They're often joined by guests from around Hip Hop culture to share their own parental takes and lend some advice to the cause.

  1. JAN 27

    What’s Next for the Father Hoods?

    The Father Hoods are doing some soul-searching and going on hiatus! We’ve had an incredible run building with this community, but after nearly 10 years, it’s time to reinvent how we deliver the mission behind Father Hoods. While we map out the next chapter, we invite you to run through the archives. Share your favorite episodes with a friend and tell us what you want more of, less of, and what you’ve always wanted to see us do. Your feedback will help shape what comes next. Parenting isn’t easy, but having a space to share, learn, and support each other makes all the difference. Stay tuned. Why Hit Play (or Revisit the Archives): Real stories. Real fathers. Real lessons you can feel. We’ll be back stronger, louder, and with more to contribute to the betterment of Dads everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 min

  2. JAN 13

    #Throwback: The Dad Network feat. Aldo Alowishus III

    The Father Hoods spin back another throwback packed with laughs, lessons, and straight-from-the-heart Dad talk! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB welcome another longtime listener and father of three, Aldo Alowishus, into the booth for a conversation that feels more like a family reunion than a podcast. Aldo breaks down how he discovered the show through Cypha Sounds and why Father Hoods instantly became a space he could relate to, especially after an episode on sibling rivalry hit close to home and made him reflect on his own childhood and the kind of bond he wants his kids to have. From there, the episode weaves through real-life fatherhood moments: sibling beefs at home and KGB opening up about his son’s need to be heard sparking a deeper conversation about truly paying attention to our kids. Aldo shares how his parenting style shifted once his kids hit puberty, while the crew digs into the pros and cons of kids having devices, internet access, and how boredom (or the lack of it) shapes them. The Dads also talk setting boundaries with tech, teaching street smarts in an AI-heavy world, and finding balance in a generation moving fast.  The episode closes with Aldo showing love to Father Hoods as more than a podcast calling it a real community where dads can show up, share openly, and be fathers first, titles second. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:04:23] Sibling Saga [00:09:20] Fatherhood Circle [00:15:40] Rivalry Realness [00:21:55] Teenage Trials [00:27:23] Screen Time Rules [00:33:55] No-Tech Mode [00:40:36] Raising Streetwise Kids Why Hit Play: Fatherhood raw and unfiltered! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB break it down—lessons, laughs, and life truths you feel in your chest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

  3. JAN 6

    #Throwback: Dad State of Mind feat. Shawn Ewashko (@vfxshawn)

    Kicking off 2026, the Father Hoods crew drops the first throwback episode of the year, and it’s full of laughs, lessons, and real talk! Manny Digital and KGB welcome longtime listener and Virtual Effects wizard, Shawn Ewashko, to the table. They dive into the highs and lows of trusting others to watch your kids, being away from them, and starting fresh in a new city without family or close friends to lean on. Shawn also shares one of his go-to parenting apps that helps survive the modern parenthood grind, while the Dads dig into the importance of mental health for men. From laughs to life lessons, this episode hits on everything from fatherhood to friendship, showing that navigating the game of life as a Dad takes strategy, heart, and a little humor. Start your 2026 right. This throwback sets the tone for a year of parenting growth! What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:03:30] Who’s Got the Kids? [00:12:50] Hustle Mode: ON [00:21:35] Adjust & Adapt [00:29:15] Parenting in the Now [00:39:15] Fatherhood Therapy Why Tune In: Fatherhood like you’ve never heard it! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB serve the highs, the lows, and the lessons with a rhythm that hits deep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  4. 12/30/2025

    #Throwback: Generations on Deck feat. Steve Rifkind and Sons

    The Father Hoods crew spins back with a legendary throwback, this time linking up with Steve Rifkind and his sons, Alex and RyRif, for the first-ever father-sons episode! They dive deep into growing up in hip hop royalty—Steve breaks down his early days in the game and how he built bridges with Wu-Tang Clan, while Alex shares how he juggled basketball and music, inspired by his dad’s grind. RyRif keeps it real about growing up with a busy, big-time dad and learning to navigate life in the spotlight. The conversation hits both heart and hustle: Steve reveals which son mirrors him and who’s the calm one, Alex spills why he pivoted from hoops to running his own label, and they talk the balance between business and family. Steve keeps it authentic, sharing how he never censored music around the kids, leading to hilarious throwback moments like Alex’s “Like A Pimp” memory. They also dive into relaunching Loud Music Group, RyRif’s impact on the project, and how lessons flowed both ways between father and sons. Oh, and RyRif’s single “Run It Up”? Funkmaster Flex already blessed it with bombs on debut. Real talk, family vibes, and hip hop legacy all in one episode. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:01:45] Two Gens, One Hustle [00:08:50] Raised in the Streets & Beats [00:16:45] Always Got Your Back [00:22:55] Family First, Empire Second [00:34:58] Lessons Passed Down [00:41:15] Funkmaster Flex Certified Why Tune In: Fatherhood like you’ve never heard it! DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB serve the highs, the lows, and the lessons with a rhythm that hits deep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min

  5. 12/23/2025

    #Throwback: The Snip Debate

    The Father Hoods crew spins back another throwback, and this one jumps straight into the real-life juggle! DJ EFN opens the convo with his Art Basel experience, breaking down the push-and-pull of chasing career moments while still feeling that magnetic pull toward home. He keeps it honest—no guilt when he’s outside, but missing the family is always part of the equation. From there, the energy shifts to a feel-good moment as he revisits the gender reveal for their second child, capturing that pure mix of excitement, nerves, and gratitude that hits every time the family grows. Then things take a sharp left and get hilarious! What starts as a serious convo about circumcision quickly turns into a laugh-filled, no-filter discussion as Manny, DJ EFN, and KGB trade perspectives, jokes, and real insight. The Dads touch on hygiene, manhood, and cultural traditions, with DJ EFN tying it back to his hip-hop docu-series, Coming Home, and circumcision practices in parts of South Africa. It’s classic Father Hoods. Deep one minute, comedy the next, always grounded in culture and real talk. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:01:13] Dad Out And About [00:06:11] Next Chapter: EFN Jr. [00:10:00] Snip Talk [00:18:00] Hygiene Is Part of Manhood  [00:22:15] Coming Home: South Africa Why Press Play: The Dads go all in on fatherhood—sharing lessons, laughs, and moments that hit harder than a bassline. DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB turn parenting into a story you feel in your chest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    Kids On Fast Forward

    The Father Hoods are finally back with a fresh episode and zero filler! The Dads kick things off talking about their new recording setups before DJ EFN jumps straight into dad-life chaos: the whole family getting sick again, missing the icy school pickup, and surviving a full-blown meltdown in the car. From there, he also opens up about feeling like he spends less time with his daughter, sparking real talk about guilt, balance, and doing the best you can when life doesn’t slow down. The crew also digs into routines, structure, and why switching things up is key to building new memories as the kids grow. Manny reflects on how the house feels different now that his oldest daughter is away at college, while KGB talks about his son in 7th grade and missing earlier chapters of fatherhood. Things take a deeper turn when DJ EFN shares a powerful piece, “A Man’s Journey with His Father,” hitting the trio right in the chest and bringing real emotion into the room.  The episode closes with reflections on how fast life changes, how technology might help Dads cope, and Manny delivering a sad story about aging, church, and adult diapers. Real talk, real feelings, real laughs. Father Hoods in full form! What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:01:40] Parenting Through the Chaos [00:08:00] Making Every Minute Count [00:14:31] Shifting Gears At Home [00:20:15] Where Did The Time Go? [00:23:10] Growing Older, Growing Wiser Why Hit Play: DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB go deep into the highs, lows, and real talk of fatherhood, dropping insights and stories that hit harder than any track. This is fatherhood laid down like a verse you can’t shake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    #Throwback: Ease Up, Dad

    Back-to-back throwback vibes this week as the Father Hoods crew gets real about fatherhood, friendship, and staying true to the culture. DJ EFN kicks things off with stories from his Art Basel trip, giving props to the people who helped him along the way, while breaking down the challenge of balancing fatherhood with the grind. He keeps it 100 about always putting his kids first, even while figuring out how to juggle being a present Dad and staying loyal to his crew. Manny and DJ EFN get candid about dad guilt, carving out safe spaces with their homies, and why laughter and inside jokes hit different when you’re grown and raising kids. They also dive into the importance of maintaining those old-school friendships, built long before fatherhood. DJ EFN shared some heartwarming moments, such as one of his eldest godkids visiting him on a Drink Champs episode, showcasing how the next generation is embracing the culture. He also shares the vision for “Kid Champs”, a book designed to inspire kids to be champions in their own lives—bringing that same energy and passion to the younger crowd without the drinks. Fatherhood, friendship, and legacy collide in this throwback episode, giving listeners real talk, laughs, and life lessons straight from the heart. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:01:18] Off-Duty Daddy [00:06:45] Cut Yourself Some Slack [00:18:20] Real Talk On Early Fatherhood [00:24:10] Where The Homies At [00:29:25] Ride or Die Crew [00:39:40] Kid Champs: Future Champs on Deck Why Tune In: The Dads get real about fatherhood and lay it down like a verse you can’t forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

  8. 12/02/2025

    #Throwback: Keep Calm & Father On

    The Father Hoods spin it back with another #throwback gem, revisiting a moment where the DJ EFN, Manny Digital, and KGB got deep about the parts of parenting most people keep quiet. Manny opens the convo with a real heart piece — the power of showing love to your kids, especially our sons, and why affection matters more than we admit. The Dads break down their own styles and how they stay intentional with them. DJ EFN jumps in with a flashback update from the time his partner was pregnant with their second child. He shared how he’s wanted another daughter, handling that second-time-around calm, and the difference between first-kid chaos and seasoned parenting confidence. Then the table turns to a universal parent truth: the thoughts that keep you up at night. The future of our kids. Mortality. That heavy paternal anxiety every dad wrestles with sooner or later. Before the throwback wraps, Manny steps in with a quick flex. The Father Hoods website is officially up, locked in as the hub for all the episodes and other Father Hoods content. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: [00:01:09] Real Dads Show Love Loud  [00:10:14] Girl Dad x Boy Dad [00:18:00] The Fears You Don’t Say Out Loud [00:25:38] The Father Hoods HQ Launch Why Hit Play: DJ EFN, Manny Digital & KGB take fatherhood realness and turn it into a verse that sticks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
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From the creators of The Drink Champs, come... insider Hip-Hop Stories, Parenting Advice and Therapy Sessions from devout Hip Hop heads. Father Hoods is a weekly podcast where DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital discuss being fathers and how they parent from a Hip-Hop perspective. In their rap sessions they get into their child raising strategies, fears and joys - all while serving as each other's trusted council in figuring out how NOT to screw up being good dads. They're often joined by guests from around Hip Hop culture to share their own parental takes and lend some advice to the cause.

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  • Creator
    DJ EFN, KGB and Manny Digital
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    386
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Father Hoods, LLC
  • Show Website
    Father Hoods

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