S2:E29 - Esteban Mayers - Panama War Zone and the Father Who Raised Me

This Father’s Day special episode of the Fathernetics podcast brings together Jameel Mayers and his father, Esteban, for an honest conversation about fatherhood across cultures and generations. They reflect on parenting values shaped in Panama and the United States, the challenges of immigration, and how education, discipline, and community play a role in raising grounded kids. The discussion weaves in historical context, including the long-term impact of Operation Just Cause, and how major events influence family dynamics and parenting choices. At its core, this episode centers on presence, responsibility, and the legacy fathers pass down, offering a thoughtful look at what it means to show up as a parent, then and now.