#dadsdey was born from one father’s journey and has grown into a space for conversations about what it means to be an African father today.
Hosted by Rodney Quarcoo, the podcast features honest discussions with fathers from diverse backgrounds on parenting, family, relationships, identity, work, and purpose.
Because fatherhood matters.
Together, we explore how to be more present, engaged, and intentional fathers while navigating the challenges and rewards of raising the next generation.
Wanlov the Kubolor on Fatherhood, Freedom and Being Present Across Distance | Dads Dey 010
In this episode of Dads Dey: The African Fatherhood Podcast, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with artist and creative Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu aka Wanlov the Kubolor for an unconventional and deeply honest conversation about what it means to be a father. Emmanuel reflects on growing up with a father who was calm, dependable and somewhat distant, and how those experiences shaped the way he approaches fatherhood today.
With his children living across different countries, Emmanuel talks openly about distance, presence, parenting, physical affection, individuality, the challenges of staying connected, and the role mothers play in carrying the day-to-day responsibilities of raising children. He also shares the lessons he hopes his children will carry forward, including empathy, self-confidence, curiosity and the freedom to become themselves. At the heart of the conversation is a simple piece of advice: when dealing with your children, imagine that the child is you.
3 Aug 2026
The Priceless Moments of Fatherhood with Nutepe Okudzeto | Dads Dey 009
What does it mean to be truly present as a father? Rodney Quarcoo sits down with Nutepe Okudzeto for an open conversation about raising two energetic boys, learning patience, managing parental anxiety, and finding purpose in the everyday moments children may remember forever.
Together, they reflect on the fathers who raised them, the values they hope to pass on, and the importance of preserving culture, language, faith, and family connection. Honest, warm, and full of practical perspective, this episode is a reminder that fatherhood is built as much in the small moments as in the big ones.
26 Jul 2026
Nii Amaah Ofosu-Amaah on Raising Confident Children, and Growing With Them | Dads Dey 008
Fatherhood is not just about providing, it is about presence, play, patience, and learning to meet each child as their own person. In this honest conversation, Rodney Quarcoo and his guest, Nii Amaah Ofosu-Amaah, explore the deep influence of their own fathers, the joy of watching children grow, and the challenge of raising confident kids in a world that often feels harder to navigate.
They also discuss balancing safety with independence, navigating different co-parenting styles, managing screens, sibling dynamics, and the emotional cost of being away from home for work. It is a thoughtful, warm, and refreshingly real conversation about becoming the kind of father your children need.
18 Jul 2026
Time Flies Spend Time with Your Children: Fatherhood Lessons with Christian Bebey | Dads Dey 007
In this episode of Dads Dey, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with entrepreneur and consultant Christian Bebey for a thoughtful conversation about modern African fatherhood.
Christian reflects on raising two children while living and working across several African countries, navigating divorce, and learning, sometimes the hard way, that providing financially is not the same as being emotionally present. He shares lessons about communication in relationships, the importance of spending time with children, and why a happy environment matters more than maintaining appearances.
The conversation moves from parenting philosophies to the realities of co-parenting, the challenges of distance, and the joy of watching children grow into their own people. At its heart, this episode is about legacy, love, and the quiet moments that define fatherhood.
11 Jul 2026
It Starts With a Choice: Rowland Gbedemah on Breaking the Cycle of Fatherhood | Dads Dey 006
Two lifelong friends sit down to reflect on the fathers who raised them, the men they’ve become, and the fathers they’re striving to be. Rowland Gbedemah shares stories from growing up in a strict military household, becoming a father to two very different children, and the lessons he’s carried from one generation to the next.
From resilience and discipline to parenting across cultures, autism, family heritage, and men’s mental health, this conversation explores what it really means to raise children with intention. Honest, funny and deeply personal, it’s a reminder that fatherhood isn’t about perfection—it’s about making better choices, learning from the past, and showing up every day.
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6 Jul 2026
Fatherhood Made Me Responsible: Dela Avemega on Raising Five Children | Dads Dey 005
Episode 005 In this episode of Dads Dey: The African Fatherhood Podcast, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with multidisciplinary creative, author, artist, and father of five, Dela Avemega, for an honest conversation about what fatherhood has taught him. From growing up with a father whose work kept him away from home to making a conscious decision to be more present for his own children, Dela reflects on how parenting has reshaped his priorities, creativity, and understanding of responsibility. The conversation explores balancing family with a creative career, raising children as individuals rather than extensions of ourselves, navigating discipline with empathy, and learning to let children find their own paths. Dela also shares his biggest parenting regret, why fatherhood inspired him to become a children’s author, and the lessons he hopes every aspiring father hears before embarking on the journey. This is a thoughtful and inspiring discussion about presence, purpose, legacy, and what it truly means to be a modern African father. ----- Follow Dads Dey: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dadsdey/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DadsDey Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dadsdey Follow Rodney: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneyquarcoo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodneyquarcoo/
29 Jun 2026
Fatherhood, Grief & Breaking the Cycle with Kobina Ankomah-Graham | Dads Dey 004
Episode 004. Every father carries a story long before he becomes a parent. In this deeply personal episode of Dads Dey, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with writer, lecturer and cultural commentator Kobina Ankomah-Graham for an honest conversation about growing up with complicated fathers, learning to parent through pain, and finding peace with the parts of our childhood we cannot change.Together they reflect on fractured family relationships, grief, divorce, co-parenting, forgiveness, masculinity and the pressure many African men feel to provide. Rather than offering easy answers, they explore what it means to break generational cycles while accepting that every parent is imperfect. This is a thoughtful conversation about raising children with greater empathy, healing our own inner child, and choosing—every single day—to become better fathers than the generation before us. --- Follow Dads Dey: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dadsdey/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DadsDey Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dadsdey Follow Rodney: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneyquarcoo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodneyquarcoo/
22 Jun 2026
Protective Yet Present: Ekanem Ufot Reflects on Raising a Daughter
Episode 003
In this heartfelt episode of Dads Dey, host Rodney Quarcoo sits down with Ekanem Ufot, a seasoned professional in the oil and gas sector, to delve into the multifaceted journey of fatherhood. Ekanem shares candid reflections on the joys and challenges of raising his 5-year-old daughter, the profound impact of her premature birth, and how these experiences have reshaped his perspectives on life and legacy.
Their conversation traverses the emotional landscapes of parenting, the cultural nuances of fatherhood in African societies, and the personal transformations that come with embracing the role of a father. It’s a compelling narrative that offers both introspection and inspiration.
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21 Jun 2026
Dream Wild, Parent Deliberately with Jerry Adjorlolo
Episode 002.
In this episode of Dads Dey, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with corporate emcee, entrepreneur, and father of three daughters, Jerry Adjorlolo, for a thoughtful conversation about modern African fatherhood.
Jerry shares his journey from the corporate world into entrepreneurship, how he and his wife made deliberate choices about family life, and the lessons he is trying to pass on to his daughters. From teaching values and exposing children to the real world, to balancing work, faith, and family, the conversation explores both the joys and challenges of raising children today.
At its heart, this episode is a reflection on intentional fatherhood, and why children should never be an excuse for the life we avoid, but the reason we become better men. ----
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21 Jun 2026
Strict Fathers, Better Men? A Conversation with Kobi Hanson
Episode 001.
In this episode of Dads Dey, Rodney Quarcoo sits down with entrepreneur and father of six, Kobi Hanson, for a deeply personal conversation about fatherhood, discipline, and the lessons passed down from one generation of men to the next.
Kobi reflects on growing up with a strict and imposing father whose tough love shaped his resilience, discipline, and outlook on life. Together, Rodney and Kobi unpack the complexities of African fatherhood — from corporal punishment and emotional distance to the evolving role of modern fathers who are trying to balance authority with empathy. Through stories of hardship, humour, and reflection, the conversation explores how fathers influence their children in ways they may not even realize.
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