Kevin Riley went from fatherless at age 7 to NYC Council Member, author, and founder of the Dad Gang movement. Kevin faced a tough life in the Bronx. His father was incarcerated and deported when he was just seven years old. He is the founder of The Dad Gang—a movement dedicated to breaking stereotypes and creating supportive communities for fathers.
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One of the greatest challenges children growing up in fatherless homes are:
- 47.6% more likely to grow up in poverty
- Twice as likely to commit suicide
- Comprise 71% of high school dropouts
The stats are shocking, and it’s clear. KIDS NEED DADS.
This conversation explores Kevin’s story of resilience—how he transformed childhood trauma into a mission to support other fathers, what fatherhood means to him today, and his work ensuring dads never face their parenting journey alone.
Through personal experience and dedicated advocacy, Kevin offers insights on breaking negative cycles, building meaningful family legacies, and showing up authentically for our children.
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Larry’s Takeaways
- Presence matters more than perfection.
- Breaking generational curses requires effort.
- Community support strengthens fatherhood journey.
What You’ll Learn
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:00 – Kevin’s Early Life and Family Background
00:02:09 – Father’s Arrest and Impact on Kevin
00:03:17 – Father’s Deportation and Kevin’s Adolescence
00:04:22 – Challenges of Growing Up Without a Father
00:05:07 – Visiting Father in Prison
00:05:56 – Conversations with Father in Prison
00:07:15 – Father’s Time in Prison and Kevin’s High School Years
00:09:15 – Navigating Adolescence Without a Father
00:12:44 – Breaking Generational Curses
00:18:50 – Importance of Fatherhood Community
00:23:38 – Kevin’s Father’s Pride in His Achievements
00:27:00 – Challenges in High School
00:34:03 – The Dad Gang Movement
00:41:42 – Importance of Tribe and Community for Fathers
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