
Pastor Mike Will and iAM_Gavin·204 episodes·Weekly
The Black Dads Club Podcast is a space for Black Fathers and Men seeking real conversations about fatherhood, relationships, personal growth, and mental health. Hosted by two Black dads, Pastor Mike Will and iAM_GavinB we explore parenting, marriage, masculinity, and culture.
If you're looking for honest, unfiltered conversations about being a better father, partner, and man, you’re in the right place.
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April 24, 2026 · 2h 0m
What does building a career in tech have in common with collecting great bourbon? In this episode of the Black Dads Club Podcast, Ben shares his journey into tech and his expertise in AI, while dropping gems on how to break into the industry and stay ahead. JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE We also tap into his passion for bourbon and the lessons it teaches about patience, taste, and investing in quality. Whether you're to build your career, providing for your family, and still making time to enjoy the pour- this episode is for you!( 02:00 ) Gavin attempts to introduce Ben to the Black Dads Club Podcast - ( 11:55 ) After receiving his MBA from Wake Forest, Ben shares his jump from finance into the Tech world - ( 24:30 ) What is your favorite inexpensive bourbon? - ( 35:08 ) Industries that will be affected by AI the quickest - ( 46:10 ) Ben shares his distain for ChatGPT but also shares tips on how to use it more effectively - ( 59:05 ) Top 3 Bottles of Bourbon to gift if you have $95 to spend! - ( 01:19:05 ) Ben shares his feelings on collecting bourbon vs buying a bottle to drink - ( 01:22:00 ) As a Father, what are looking forward to experiencing with your children - ( 01:31:00 ) What does success looks like as a Father - ( 01:46:15 ) Lighting Round: Favorite Daily Bourbon to Drink SUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - Patreon Follow Us On: Instagram - Twitter Submit to #ASKADAD: Follow Gavin: Instagram Twitter
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Apr 21 · 1h 32m
JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:05) Every race is accepting of their race preferences, but offended by other racial dating preference - (06:36) Keke Palmer and Kash Dog sit down to discuss how side chicks are winning vs wives - (18:45) The fellas discuss the fetishizing of dark skin sex workers and white men. - (33:10) Why are Men running to the Chris Brown and Usher concert? Can this be considered sassy - (40:45) Bow Wow says he feel sad for the good guys because their girlfriends are outside running around - (57:00) Is the Nike brand falling off due to the lack of NBA Stars or because shoes prices are rising? - (01:02:45) ASKABLACKDADS: How can Black Men learn to take losses? - 01:16:20) Should the Charlotte Hornets trade LaMelo BallSUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Apr 15 · 1h 51m
The Charlotte Hornets defeat the Miami Heat to advance in the play in, but Gavin believes it's time for Lamelo Ball to step up to the next level! Listen in as the fellas discuss Jada Pinkett Smith again, Usher and Chris Brown unfortunate tour and more!JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:10) Usher and Chris Brown are going on tour in 3 months and expect Men to continue dating. - (07:45) Stay at Home Boyfriends are becoming a thing and Gavin supports this move! - (22:20) The streets are calling out Gucci Mane for "snitching" on Pooh Shiesty and Gavin is disappointed in the boogeyman - (34:11) The family of Ashlee Janae has created a GoFundMe to cover expenses, after her surprising death with her wealthy fiancée - (49:40) Jada Pinkett Smith is at it again, explaining how she protected Will Smith while announcing her affairs - (59:15) DoorDashers are now allowed at the White House and it's way it staged - (01:16:10) NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic over photos of her with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel - (01:26:30) #ASKTHEBLACKDADSCLUB on high value Black Men vocalizing generalizing failures but singling out their success? - (01:34:50) Congratulations to the Charlotte Hornets on beating the Miami to advance in the play-inSUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Apr 8 · 1h 42m
Lebron James is in hot water about his take on a NBA Team in Memphis- however, was he wrong? Even if you're right, should he be discussing this in front of company?JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:05) The fellas open the podcast discussing the power of convincing Women! - (15:40) Cam Newton tells Kendra G that she's projecting and Gavin and Mike debate if Childless Adults can have opinions on Parenting - (31:00) Dad Tip of the Week: Artist, STOP making art for celebrities, make it for their fans - (34:25) Rapper Offset was recently shot in a Hollywood, Fla Casino and Lil T'Jay was involved - (42:20) Singer Brandi continues her book press release and this week she discuss her studio sessions with Darkchild - (48:05) Kanye West festival is cancelled due to backlash but who wins in a Verzuz - (52:50) Lebron James is catching backlash for his "anti black" comments while discussing moving a NBA team from Memphis to Nashville - (01:02:50) GAVIN LAUGHS OF THE WEEK: SWers in Asia, Trick Daddy v. the AKAs and posting your Ex - (01:11:15) Should Congress take the War Power from the President - (01:17:00) Congrats to Michigan and UCLA on winning their national championship!SUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB


Apr 2 · 1h 50m
In this episode of the Black Dads Club Podcast, we dive into real conversations about fatherhood, career challenges, and the realities of navigating life as Black men in today’s world. The fellas discuss the viral clip of Dr. Marc Lamont Hill discussing feminism and capitalism, while breaking down Ari Lenox recent statements about Men not caring about her accomplishments. JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:10) The fellas react to their Charlotte Compare Foods TikTok clip heating up across socials - (07:45) Ari Lennox sits down with the Pour Minds Podcast to discuss how successful Women intimidate Men - (23:11) The Black Community is on fire after finding out The Price is Right Host Bob Barker was racist - (40:00) The fellas react to the recent episode of the Joe Budden Podcast where Dr Marc Lamont Hill states he's a feminist while comparing it to being Pro Black as a White American. - (01:04:20) Did the Republicans leak that Former Vice President Kamala Harris is leading the field for the DNC 2028 Presidential Race? - (01:28:08) Kanye West drops Bully and its time for us to accept the change - (01:31:00) If Dan Hurley was Black, would we accept his actions?SUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Mar 24 · 1h 50m
Jada Pinkett Smith recently sat down to discuss her separation from Hollywood legend Will Smith. Listen to the fellas discuss why they believe this is promoted by the media. Also Gavin and Mike debate Dr Umar Johnson response on the Breakfast Club about the relationship he has with his daughter! JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:01) Dr. Umar Johnson discussed his relationship with Sukihana but dives into his current relationship with his daughter - (14:35) Ice Cube sits down with Cam Newton to explain how he's been married for the last 32 years. - (26:14) Dad Tip of the Week: How to properly move your woman into your house! - (32:45) Jada Pinkett Smith disclose that her and Will Smith are separated and Gavin commends her to always remaining the same - (48:35) Congrats to Michael B Jordan and Ryan Coogler for their wins at the Oscars - (59:15) Jay-Z speaks on if he's too old for battling in Hip-Hop culture - (01:06:30) NBA Legend Kenyon Martin confronts a producer over old videos. (01:13:06) PODCAST UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS - (01:27:00) Ruth Chris enforces a no hat dress code - (01:32:00) March Madness is here and UNC needs a new coach ASAPSUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Mar 10 · 1h 43m
The saddest part of Dallas Cowboy Quarterback Dak Prescott calling off his wedding is: NOBODY IS A WINNER! However he's learned a valuable lesson about the cost of love!JOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:45) The fellas react to the viral clip of a woman upset about not being able to find love. UPDATE: SHE EXPLAINS HER ACTIONS - (22:10) Dak Prescott and his babymama split after a joint bachelor and bachelorette trip about signing a prenup - (32:45) The fellas discuss one thing people believe about them, that isn't true - (37:15) Gavin give kudos to the NBA for cancelling Magic City Night with the Atlanta Hawks - (47:45) Do you need mainstream success for your cult classics to translate into a musical classic - (57:33) Dame Dash calls out Jay-Z for stealing other artist songs - (01:05:40) Jasmine Crockett loses in Texas primary and the Black Community is in a uproar. Also the fellas question why local politicians do not sit with local podcasters for marketing - (01:22:00) NFL FREE AGENCY HAS STARTED!!! - (01:32:00) Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore has charges dropped as the victim and police weren't clear on their actionsSUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Mar 3 · 1h 35m
Magic City night with the Atlanta Hawks, Miami Influencers being exposed as escorts, our country is at war but no worries Ms Diaz needs 50k a monthJOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(00:26) Gavin reacts to his post on threads causing a issue with Black Photographers being critiqued. - (10:27) Fitness Influencer exposes Miami influencers as escorts and we're confused - (18:55) A man was shot during the grand opening of The Marathon Burger in Long Beach celebrating Nippsey Hustle. - (28:50) Ayisha Diaz responds to catching flack for wanting 50k a month if she has to sit down to be with a man - (41:23) The fellas describe how they would describe sex to their younger selves and how Men should discuss it with their sons - (55:00) Comedian Jess Hilarious says the Breakfast Club must find new ways to create content since their new Netflix deal - (01:00:30) Michael Rainey Jr is showing his corny again by exposing secret conversations with cohost Paige Hurd - (01:0600) The USA is at war with Iran and nobody seems to know why - (01:16:00) The Atlanta Hawks are having Magic City night and Gavin wants them to end it now. SUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB

Feb 24 · 1h 49m
We're preparing for the State of the Union address from President Donald Trump and we must congratulate Ryan Coogler and shamed BAFTAJOIN THE PATERON TODAY: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE(11:03) Philosopher Future shares how he's only learn how to love from his mistakes with Women - (23:40) Ma$e share's a Dad Tip on how parents should provide their child a vision - (28:20) Ryan Coogler wins a first at the BAFTA Awards while Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo are subjected to being call the N Word on stage - (38:10) Associate Professor Allison Freedman shares racist remarks while not being muted on Zoom - (57:40) Rapper TI and Entertainer 50 Cent are beefing and bring the women into the discussion - (01:05:20) Emmany from the Joe Budden Podcast catches a stray from Joe Budden girlfriend about his past - (01:20:00) Cade Cunningham for MVP, Bleacher Report Top 100 NBA Player and Lebron James retirement adviceSUPPORT THE PODCAST - Subscribe to YouTube - Discord - PatreonFollow Us On: Instagram - TwitterSubmit to #ASKADAD: https://www.blackdadsclub.org/join-the-showFollow Mike: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pastormikewill/Twitter https://x.com/PastorMikeWillFollow Gavin: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iam_gavinb/Twitter https://x.com/iAM_GAVINB