Episodes

  • Picking Up the Pieces

    Picking Up the Pieces
    Jul 17 2026
    In this episode of Baby Daddy Unfiltered, Derrick steps into the aftermath — the quiet space after the breakdown, when the world feels still and the only thing left to do is rebuild.This is the episode for every father who’s ever looked around at the wreckage of his life and wondered where to start. Derrick breaks down the process of rebuilding your identity after vulnerability, learning to trust yourself again, and finding strength in the small steps forward.Featuring a listener letter from a dad learning to reconnect with his kids after opening up, this episode delivers raw emotion, real fatherhood, and the blueprint for healing piece by piece.This is not about perfection — it’s about progress. This is where broken men become whole again.

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    15 mins
  • When the Mask Cracks

    When the Mask Cracks
    Jul 16 2026
    In this episode of Baby Daddy Unfiltered, Derrick dives into the moment every father eventually faces — the breaking point. The moment when the mask of strength slips, the silence cracks, and the truth finally comes out.This episode explores the emotional pressure men carry while trying to be the protector, the provider, and the steady one — even when they’re falling apart inside. Derrick breaks down why men hide their pain, how it affects their children, and what happens when vulnerability becomes the first step toward healing.Featuring a powerful listener letter from a father who broke down in front of his son, this episode delivers raw honesty, real fatherhood stories, and the kind of truth men rarely speak out loud.This is not just an episode — it’s a turning point. A reminder that strength isn’t the mask. Strength is the courage to take it off.


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    15 mins
  • The Weight Men Carry That Nobody Sees

    The Weight Men Carry That Nobody Sees
    Jul 15 2026
    In this episode of Baby Daddy Unfiltered, Derrick goes straight into the shadows — the places where men carry their heaviest battles in silence. This is the episode for every father who’s ever felt stretched thin, overlooked, or judged for slipping once while carrying the load of ten.Derrick breaks down the invisible pressure men face:
    • Providing even when mentally drained
    • Showing up emotionally when nobody checks on them
    • Fighting private battles while still being expected to lead
    • Co‑parenting stress, exhaustion, and the fear of failing your kids
    • The loneliness of being a father who feels replaceable but knows he’s irreplaceable
    This episode also features a raw listener letter from a dad who feels like he’s “running out of gas,” sparking one of the most honest and powerful responses ever delivered on the show.This is not a soft conversation. This is a mirror. This is a wake‑up call. This is a reminder that men bleed, break, rebuild — and still show up.If you’ve ever carried weight nobody sees… this episode is for you.

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    15 mins
  • Parenting Through the Storm

    Parenting Through the Storm
    Jul 5 2026
    A raw, honest breakdown of what it feels like to parent through emotional overload. BigZipp opens up about staying present, managing triggers, and resetting when your feelings don’t match your responsibilities. Real talk for fathers navigating the storm.

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    15 mins
  • When Life Hits But You Still Gotta Show up

    When Life Hits But You Still Gotta Show up
    Jul 3 2026
    Life doesn’t wait for you to get it together — and fatherhood sure doesn’t either. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, BigZipp opens up about showing up for your kids even when the world feels heavy. From mental health days to co‑parenting tension, this episode dives into what it means to be a present father when life hits hard.You’ll hear real talk about:
    • Balancing pressure and peace as a dad
    • Why consistency matters more than perfection
    • How to reset when you’re overwhelmed
    • The power of grace and emotional honesty
    This one’s for every father trying to keep going when it feels impossible. Real talk. Real growth. Real fatherhood.

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    15 mins
  • WHEN YOUR CHILD ASKS ABOUT YOUR PAST

    WHEN YOUR CHILD ASKS ABOUT YOUR PAST
    Jun 28 2026
    There comes a moment in every father’s life when your child stops asking kid questions and starts asking about the man you used to be. The mistakes. The choices. The truth.In this episode, BigZipp opens up about the power of honesty, accountability, and growth when your child wants to understand your past. It’s about facing what you’ve done, owning who you were, and showing your child who you’ve become.Topics covered:
    • How to answer hard questions without breaking trust
    • Turning your past into a lesson instead of a secret
    • Teaching honesty through vulnerability
    • Showing your child that growth is possible
    “Your past doesn’t define you — your honesty does.”

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    15 mins
  • THE FATHER I NEEDED VS THE FATHER I AM

    THE FATHER I NEEDED VS THE FATHER I AM
    Jun 27 2026
    Every man remembers the father he needed growing up — the protector, the teacher, the voice that should’ve guided him. But what happens when you become that father yourself and realize you’re still healing from the one you never had?In this episode, BigZipp gets raw about breaking generational habits, facing the mirror, and learning how to raise your child while rewriting your own story. It’s about growth, accountability, and the moment you decide to become the man your child deserves — even if you never had that example.Topics covered:
    • Healing the inner child while parenting
    • Breaking cycles of silence and anger
    • Learning emotional control and consistency
    • Becoming the father you needed “You can’t change the father you had — but you can become the father your child deserves.”


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    15 mins
  • Baby Momma the Lover Coparenting PT_2

    Baby Momma the Lover Coparenting PT_2
    Jun 23 2026
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    15 mins