About this episode
In this episode of The Dear Son Show, hosted by D Johns, with a special guest Joe T. Baker III, we dive deep into the meaningful conversations around fatherhood and life lessons, focusing on the impact of Hip-Hop culture on our youth. D Johns opens up about the show's mission to provide valuable insights for fathers, those with fathers, and the fatherless. Joe T. Baker III shares his personal journey, highlighting the challenges of re-entering society and striving for consistency and balance. This episode also covers the significance of evaluating one's circle, standing against wrongdoing, and the extensive impact of music on our lives and choices. Join us for a raw, unfiltered discussion that emphasizes the importance of being accountable, leading by example, and understanding the true influences in our lives. 00:00:00 Introduction to the Dear Son Show 00:00:24 Welcoming Joe T. Baker III 00:00:39 The Importance of Consistency 00:00:59 Personal Growth and Mental Space 00:02:27 Finding Stability in Relationships 00:04:43 Evaluating Family and Surroundings 00:06:09 The Hypocrisy in Celebrating Big Meech 00:14:50 The Impact of Social Media Engagement 00:18:54 The Free Me Culture and Accountability 00:23:58 Comparative Justice and Entitlement 00:26:14 Racial Disparities in the Justice System 00:27:42 The Influence of Music on Behavior 00:29:21 Parenting and Generational Differences 00:35:18 The Role of Fathers in Black Families 00:43:42 Defining Success and Personal Growth #theDearSonShow #Fatherhood #LifeLessons #HipHop #raisingsons #raisingdaughters #BigMeech Follow Joe T Baker III: https://instagram.com/bakeriii Also, if you've made it this far, don't forget to: 1. subscribe to the channel, 2. turn on the notifications, 3. like this video, 4. leave a comment, and 5. share this content with someone who needs it. The DSP: https://thedearsonpodcast.com Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors: Dear Son, Merch: https://dear-son-merch.creator-spring.com/listing/the-dear-son-show Love Kisha J Studios: https://lovekishaj.com My Ebook: https://stan.store/JohnsandCo Let’s connect socially: https://instagram.com/thedearsonpodcast https://facebook.com/thedearsonpodcast The Three Foundational Pillars of the DSP Community: 1. Reveal trauma 2. Heal from trauma 3. Help others through telling stories of it all “Better Man. Better Father.” The Dear Son, Network ® Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-son/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy