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The Marvyn Harrison Podcast

Marvyn Harrison
Fatherhood
Mental Health
Bonding
Sports Day
Pregnancy
Adolescence
Father Wound
Nutrition
Clipse
Parenting
Financial Responsibility
Peace
Physical Activity
Hip Hop
Hillsborough Law
Cancer
Emotional Healing
Mental Wellness
Integrity
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A cinematic, story-led conversation exploring the moments that shape who we become. Each episode begins with images, early memories, pivotal turning points, and present day realities prompting guests to unpack the experiences that defined them. From there, the conversation moves deeper: identity, family, ambition, failure, culture, relationships, justice, and the pressures of modern life.

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Latest Episodes

She trained as a social worker. Spent 15 years watching what happens when relationships destroy people. Built a community of 250,000 women on Instagram. Wrote a Sunday Times bestseller. And then sat across from me and said: "I don't know if this is w... more

Poppy Jay arrives with no prep. What follows is one of the rawest conversations on this channel.

Director, writer, comedian, and co-host of the cult podcast Brown Girls Do It Too, Poppy walks me through ten photos from her life, and each one opens a... more

Sadiq Khan just announced £30 million to put a youth club in every single London borough. They're called Youth Lates — open evenings, open weekends, with food, mentoring, music, mental health support, all under one roof. The biggest investment in you... more

The UK government opened the biggest consultation on children's digital safety ever attempted. Social media age bans. Overnight app curfews. Restrictions on infinite scroll. Controls on AI chatbots. They want to hear from parents directly. So when th... more

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Recent Guests

Poppy Jay
Director, writer, and multi-haceted creative
Brown Girls Do It Too / BBC (director work)
Episode: Marvyn Harrison Meets Poppy Jay: Diagnosed With ADHD 24 Hours Before This Interview
Justin Pickett
Actor known for Desmond's; former mentor figure in youth clubs
Actor, Desmond's
Episode: Sadiq Khan Gives £30 Million. Every Borough. Youth Clubs Are Back. - A message to Justin Pickett
Kanishka Narayan
Minister of AI and Online Safety
UK Government
Episode: I Asked the Government's AI Minister 5 Questions Every Parent Wants Answered | Kanishka Narayan MP
Billy Wood
Music agent and founder of Haus23
Haus23
Episode: He Sent N-Dubz a Myspace Message and Became Their Agent at 19 | Billy Wood — HAUS23
Sam Brown
Poet discussed in opening segment, involved in violence against women and girls campaign
Episode: Is The Internet Killing Love?
Aaron Shawomi
Activist, has experienced harm and rebuilding life transparently online
Activism/Community
Episode: Is The Internet Killing Love?
Rickie Haywood-Williams
Dad broadcaster, known for his work at MTV and BBC.
Episode: Rickie Haywood-Williams On Sleep, Stress And Lifestyle Changes
Emmanuel Asuquo
Super amazing financial advisor
Episode: Stop! Think Fraud: Protect Yourself from Scams

Host

Marvyn Harrison
Host of Dope Black Dads / The Marvyn Harrison Podcast with a focus on storytelling, parenting, culture, and personal growth.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 173 ratings
  • Happy #InternationalPodcastDay

    Powerful example of community! These guys have a brilliant habit of talking about the things others don’t. So many issues that come with the role of being a father that don’t get air time anywhere else. Like to think of myself as a self anointed Dope Black Dad

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Black Sherpa Podcast
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Thank you all for listening

    We are always striving to be better but thank you for all of the kind words.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marvyn Harrison
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • adoption and other podcasts

    there is some very good content in these podcasts. I’ve realised too late in life, that my friends discussed nothing about anything, and had no interest in my well being, other than events alcohol and jokes. We just never discussed anything that might have been any way useful in our future lives.

    i don’t agree that there is shame associated with adoption. but i can understand why they say this.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sow NG
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Interesting, intelligent and varied content

    DBD podcasts often provide interesting and intelligent conversation about a variety of topics. The conversations are often thought provoking and has the natural flow of conversations between lifelong friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NKOTB_fan@
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Voices of positivity

    As a black dad, and acutely aware of the prejudice about us being absent, I find this podcast really positive and encouraging. The chemistry as well as vulnerability shown by the hosts is uplifting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F3mmi
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's honesty and vulnerability in discussing parenting and Black family life.
Fans highlight the thoughtful, intelligent conversations and the mix of serious topics with humor.
Some listeners note sound quality inconsistencies but stay engaged due to compelling storytelling.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Marvyn Harrison Meets Poppy Jay: Diagnosed With ADHD 24 Hours Before This Interview
Q: Who is Poppy Jay?
Poppy Jay describes herself as a director and multi-hyphenate in the creative industry, with roots in documentary work, comedy, and podcasting, and emphasizes that she is a work in progress.
My Day with Kier Starmer, ERA 2025 & the Biggest Shift in Workers’ Rights in a Generation
Q: What's your message of hope for families and black people specifically about how the country is going?
Every single person ought to have these rights, particularly those that are the most exploited, and it's about embracing them as part of British society.
My Day with Kier Starmer, ERA 2025 & the Biggest Shift in Workers’ Rights in a Generation
Q: How do we make sure that there's real teeth in the legislation to make sure people aren't losing out even more than they have been historically?
The act includes strong protections against firing and rehiring, ensuring that these exploitative practices are outlawed.
Rickie Haywood-Williams On Sleep, Stress And Lifestyle Changes
Q: What motivates you to stay healthy at this point?
Rickie mentions it's a combination of wanting to feel good for himself and the desire to be there for his family.
Rickie Haywood-Williams On Sleep, Stress And Lifestyle Changes
Q: How do you describe your role in the Healthy Choices Quiz and why do you want people to support it?
Rickie states that his role is mainly as a spokesperson for the quiz, which helps individuals assess their health and take steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

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A thoughtful, story-driven conversations that centers on identity, family, and personal growth through lived experiences. Episodes blend memory, turning points, and present-day realities to explore topics like parenting, culture, relationships, and social justice with a candid, intelligent vibe. Guests come from arts, music, activism, and media, offering perspectives on resilience, community, and the complexities of modern life. The show stands out for its narrative structure, emphasis on honesty and accountability, and a warm, reflective tone that invites listeners to see how personal stories shape broader insights. This is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy deep, human-centered storytelling with an uplifting, constructive angle on ev... more

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3. Kanishka Narayan
4. Billy Wood
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6. Aaron Shawomi
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