Episode 144

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Published on:

1st Oct 2026

S03:E14 - Arnel Calvario Ripken | Kaba Modern Father

What does it take to build stronger teams, healthier workplaces, and more connected families? In this episode of Father NetX, Jameel Mayers sits down with Dr. Arnell to explore how a passion for helping others shapes leadership, parenting, and personal growth.

From preparing for fatherhood to embracing self-care without guilt, this conversation highlights how investing in yourself allows you to better support the people around you. Dr. Arnell also shares how his Filipino heritage has influenced his perspective on culture, community, and creating lasting impact.

In this episode:

  • Why passion is more than a career—it’s a calling
  • Building healthier cultures at work and at home
  • Why self-care isn’t selfish
  • Preparing for the journey into fatherhood
  • The influence of Filipino culture on leadership and family
  • Creating environments where people can thrive
  • Why every parent’s story matters

Chapters:

00:00 – Passion for Helping Others

01:19 – Building Healthier Cultures and Stronger Teams

01:50 – The Journey to Fatherhood

If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more stories and insights from fathers, parents, and leaders making a difference. Share your thoughts in the comments—what has had the biggest impact on your parenting journey?

#FatherNetX #Fatherhood #Parenting #Leadership #SelfCare #Culture #PersonalGrowth #Filipino #DadLife #Podcast

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Real stories from the men who chose fatherhood and everything it took to get there.

From adoption and fostering to IVF and surrogacy, Fathernetics explores the journeys behind modern dads, who they were before, what they faced, and who they became along the way. Centered on LGBTQ+ men, with occasional perspectives from women reflecting on their own fathers, these are honest, unfiltered conversations about identity, resilience, relationships, and the realities of building a family.

Because becoming a dad isn’t simple and it’s never one-size-fits-all.

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