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What really happens when fathers step into family court? And how do men cope with the chaos of divorce, custody battles, and financial strain?

In this episode of the American Masculinity Podcast, host Tim Wienecke sits down with Furkhan Dandia, a Canadian Certified Counsellor, therapist, and divorced father, to unpack the realities men face in court. With a background that spans two decades in engineering and business before moving into therapy, Furkhan brings both personal experience and professional insight into how the system impacts dads.

Together they explore why custody often feels stacked against fathers, how stigma and brief hearings shape outcomes, and what practical steps men can take when everything feels out of their control. From therapy and men’s groups to radical acceptance and community rebuilding, this episode offers clarity and tools—not easy answers, but real strategies that matter.

If you’re a father navigating family court, or a clinician supporting men through it, this conversation delivers validation, hard truths, and hope for rebuilding life on the other side.

The American Masculinity Podcast™ is hosted by Timothy Wienecke — licensed psychotherapist, Air Force veteran, and men’s advocate.
Real conversations about masculinity, mental health, growth, and how men can show up better — as partners, leaders, and friends.
We focus on grounded tools, not yelling or clichés. If you have questions or want a tool for something you're wrestling with, leave a comment or send a message — your feedback shapes what we build next.
Note: While this doesn’t replace therapy, it might help you notice something worth exploring.