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What does it really mean to show up as a father of daughters?

In this episode of The Daughtered Podcast, I sit down with Yusef Marshall—host of One on One with Mr. Yu, certified high-performance coach, leadership coach, minister, speaker, and proud father of three daughters, to dive deep into fatherhood, legacy, and what it takes to raise strong, confident daughters in today’s world.

Yusef brings over 25 years of coaching, leadership, and life experience to this conversation, but more importantly, he brings the perspective of a man who has walked the road of raising daughters into adulthood... and now into grandchildren and even great-grandchildren.

We talk about the biggest mistakes fathers make with daughters, why many men take a passive role in parenting girls, how fathers shape the standard their daughters will one day look for in relationships, and why being present matters far more than simply being a provider.

This is a real conversation about growth, responsibility, and becoming the kind of man your daughters need.

If you're a father trying to become stronger, more mindful, and more present—this episode is for you.

Connect with Yusef Marshall:
🎙 One on One with Mr. Yu
🎙 Men’s Round Table Series
🎙 They Call Me Mr. Yu

Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with another dad who’s working to show up better every single day.

00:00 Dreams vs Family Values

00:34 Podcast Welcome and Guest Intro

02:23 Yusef’s Many Hats and Legacy

05:56 Brooklyn Roots and Mom’s Influence

08:04 Values Across Generations

11:28 Becoming a Dad in 1985

12:35 No Playbook for Fatherhood

18:38 Pressure to Be the Role Model

19:49 Barbershop Scare Lesson

22:41 Raising Independent Daughters

23:09 Letting Go and Trusting God

25:44 Common Girl Dad Pitfalls

28:12 Showing Up in the Details

30:37 Media and the Passive Dad

33:25 Man Cave vs Being Present

34:42 Learning When to Listen

36:34 Are Dads Improving Today

39:00 Building Value as Men

41:29 Podcast Mission and Origin

43:57 Shows and Safe Spaces

47:07 Closing Thanks and Next Steps

Guest Disclaimer:

The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, any organizations, companies, or institutions mentioned, or corporate entities represented by the host.

Our aim is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue. While we strive for accuracy and balance, it's important to recognize that opinions may vary. We encourage critical thinking and further exploration of the topics discussed.

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