The Unseen Burdens of Fatherhood: A Candid Discussion on Parenting

In this episode of "Might Delete Later Podcast," hosts Derrick and Shana welcome back D-Shean for a candid conversation. They discuss current events, including Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and a politically motivated shooting, before shifting to D-Shean’s personal story about having a “break baby.” D-Shean shares the challenges of discovering and connecting with his daughter years later, while the group reflects on the complexities of relationships, parenting, and child support. The episode balances humor and heartfelt moments, offering honest perspectives on family dynamics, personal responsibility, and the realities of co-parenting.

Introduction (00:00:00)
Hosts Derrick and Shana introduce the show and welcome guest D-Shean.

Democracy Corner Segment Introduction (00:00:31)
Derrick announces a new segment to discuss current events for two minutes each episode.

Jimmy Kimmel Suspension & FCC/Trump Influence (00:01:13)
Discussion about Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, FCC chair’s actions, and Trump’s alleged involvement.

Sacramento ABC Building Shooting (00:03:02)
Talk about a politically motivated shooting at ABC 10 in Sacramento and the suspect’s arrest.

Transition to D-Shean’s Story (00:04:21)
Hosts shift focus back to D-Shean and recap previous discussions about men’s mental health and “break baby.”

D-Shean’s Break Baby Story Begins (00:05:20)
D-Shean starts sharing the story of having a child during a relationship break and the aftermath.

Condoms, Trust, and Relationship Dynamics (00:06:10)
Conversation about safe sex, trust, and the circumstances of D-Shean’s break baby.

Relationship Timeline & Break Details (00:07:22)
Clarification of D-Shean’s relationship status, length of break, and prior history with his partner.

Parenting, Tubal Ligation, and IVF (00:08:25)
Shana discusses her experience with tubal ligation, IVF costs, and feelings about having more children.

Break Baby Emotional Impact (00:10:28)
Reflections on the emotional impact of break babies and relationship trust.

DeShean’s Relationship and the Other Woman (00:13:00)
D-Shean explains what happened with the other woman and how she disappeared after the baby was born.

Letter to D-Shean’s Wife & Child Support (00:14:15)
The other woman contacts D-Shean’s wife about the child; legal and child support proceedings begin.

Court Proceedings and Allegations (00:15:31)
Details about court appearances, child support, and conflicting accounts of attendance.

18 Years Later: Attempts at Reconnection (00:16:39)
D-Shean discusses his daughter turning 18, efforts to reconnect, and encouraging sibling relationships.

Meeting with Daughter at Age 15 (00:18:38)
D-Shean recounts the only in-person meeting between his daughter and his mother.

Wife’s Reaction and Marriage Timeline (00:19:35)
Discussion about how D-Shean’s wife handled the situation and their marriage timeline.

Reflections on Fatherhood and Co-Parenting (00:22:52)
D-Shean and Shana reflect on the challenges of fatherhood, co-parenting, and being kept from children.

Child Support, Parental Responsibility, and Gender Roles (00:25:03)
Debate about child support, financial responsibility, and the challenges faced by both mothers and fathers.

Wrap-Up of Break Baby Story (00:28:28)
Summary of D-Shean’s current relationship with his break baby and family dynamics.

Feet Fetish, Office Stories, and Humor (00:29:39)
Lighthearted discussion about feet, office etiquette, and personal pet peeves.

Podcast Closing (00:41:21)
Hosts wrap up the episode, thank D-Shean, and preview future episodes.

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