The Patros Podcast

Episode 62 - How Child Welfare is Changing for the Better in Florida with Jenn Petion

In this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira are joined by Jenn Petion, President & CEO of Family Support Services, who shares how she has helped revamp the child welfare system to prioritize family preservation and support struggling parents before a crisis occurs. From shifting the “remove first” approach to advocating for kinship placement and preventative resources, Jenn provides invaluable insights into keeping families together and strengthening communities.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:
- The widespread impact of fatherlessness on youth and society.
- How the child welfare system is moving from removal to family preservation.
- Why engaging parents early is critical to preventing family breakdowns.
- The importance of kinship placement and why it leads to better outcomes.
- How churches and communities can play a vital role in supporting foster families.
- How Florida has become a leader in child welfare reform and what other states can learn from its success.
🎧 Tune in to hear this inspiring and thought-provoking discussion!
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
Our latest series, "Counter Kingdom," features members of the Ohio State Football team in conversations with Christian leaders about living a counter-cultural life for Christ.
The "Man As..." video discipleship series, hosted by Kamryn Babb, brings godly men like NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper/author KB together to practically discuss what it means to be a godly man.
These resources are perfect for your church, men’s Bible study, leadership team, or personal growth. Patros offers coaching tools, trauma resources, and more to help men rise to the challenge.
👉 Become a subscriber today and access these free resources at patros.us Follow us on social media: @everymanpatros Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 61 - The Work of Fatherhood Preservation

In this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira are joined by Fatherhood Preservation Specialist JB Bailey, who pulls back the curtain on what it looks like to support fathers in crisis and help keep families together. From navigating the child welfare system to coaching dads through life's challenges, JB shares invaluable insights and stories from the field.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:
- The impact of the 5 AM Club and updates on the Man Up 40-Day Challenge.
- The hidden struggles within the child welfare system from a fatherhood perspective.
- Why men resist help and how they come to accept it.
- How financial literacy can break the cycle of fatherlessness.
- Practical ways to support struggling fathers.
🎧 Tune in now to hear this inspiring and thought-provoking discussion!
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
Our latest series, "Counter Kingdom," features members of the Ohio State Football team in conversations with Christian leaders about living a counter-cultural life for Christ.
The "Man As..." video discipleship series, hosted by Kamryn Babb, brings godly men like NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper/author KB together to practically discuss what it means to be a godly man.
These resources are perfect for your church, men’s Bible study, leadership team, or personal growth.
Patros offers coaching tools, trauma resources, and more to help men rise to the challenge.
👉 Become a subscriber today and access these free resources at patros.us Follow us on social media: @everymanpatros
Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 60 - Breaking the Stigma and Supporting Dads with Judge Hubbard

In this powerful episode, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira are joined by Judge Aaron Hubbard, a Man Up board member and experienced judge, to tackle the complexities of fatherhood, legislation, and the justice system. Together, they explore the critical intersection of fatherhood advocacy and systemic change.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:
- Why other states should consider fatherhood legislation similar to Florida’s.
- Should the church partner with the state on fatherhood issues?
- How Judge Hubbard’s perspective shifted from prosecutor to judge.
- The difficult question of when to intervene in less-than-ideal living conditions.
- Why dads often feel defeated navigating the paternity process—and how to change that.
- Fighting the stigma that places blame solely on fathers.
- The changes Judge Hubbard believes could transform the system for the better.
This episode takes a closer look at how resources like those provided by Man Up could radically impact families and offers insight into what needs to change to better support fathers and children.
"I always look at those cases and wonder would it have been different had they had resources like what Man Up is providing?" - Judge Hubbard
🎧 Tune in now to hear this eye-opening discussion!
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
Our latest series, "Counter Kingdom," features members of the Ohio State Football team in conversations with Christian leaders about living a counter-cultural life for Christ.
The "Man As..." video discipleship series, hosted by Kamryn Babb, brings godly men like NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper/author KB together to practically discuss what it means to be a godly man.
These resources are perfect for your church, men’s Bible study, leadership team, or personal growth.
Patros offers coaching tools, trauma resources, and more to help men rise to the challenge.
👉 Become a subscriber today and access these free resources at patros.us.
Follow us on social media: @everymanpatros.
Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 59 - What Happens When a Child is Removed from Their Home?

In this powerful episode, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira are joined by Vijay Chandra, a fatherhood engagement specialist making his podcast debut, and Taylor Jackson, fellow specialist and Man Up's resident theologian. Together, they dive deep into the realities of the child welfare system with firsthand insights from the field.
What You’ll Learn:
- What happens when a child is removed from their home?
- Why children enter the foster care system and what the process looks like.
- What court hearings entail and how fathers are impacted by the child welfare system.
- How Man Up is working to support fathers and children during these challenging times.
- The critical role of father engagement in creating better outcomes for families. This episode goes beyond statistics, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the foster care system from the perspectives of children, fathers, and the dedicated staff at Man Up.
It’s a conversation that will open your eyes and inspire action. 🎧 Tune in now to hear this important discussion!
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity. We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.) Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us.
Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be. You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros. Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 58 - How Policies Shape Fathers & Families with Patricia Littlejohn and Patrick Patterson

Fatherlessness affects far more than just families—it has ripple effects on poverty, crime, and drug use in our communities. In this thought-provoking episode, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira sit down with Patricia Littlejohn and Patrick Patterson from Global Partners for Fathers & Families to tackle these critical issues.
What You’ll Learn:
- How addressing fatherlessness can alleviate societal challenges like poverty and crime.
- The unintended consequences of policies that discourage men’s engagement with their families.
- How marriage, families, and benefits are shaped by policy decisions.
- The role of men’s insecurities and communication in their personal growth.
- What men really need versus what policies are designed for.
- The Florida Fatherhood Bill and Global Partners for Fathers & Families involvement.
This is a deep dive into the nuances of fatherlessness and how we can take steps to create meaningful change. Learn more about Global Partners for Fathers & Families here: globalpartnersff.com. Tune in now to hear the conversation!
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity. We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.) Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us.
Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be. You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros.
Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 57 - The Impacts Of Fatherlessness On Society With Judge Manning

Kick off 2025 and National Mentoring Month with Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereira! Special guest Judge Manning sheds light on why children are separated from their parents and shares exclusive insights from the courtroom about the impact of fatherlessness on society.
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity. We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.) Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us.
Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be. You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros.
Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 56 - The Man Up 40-Day Challenge For The New Year

Join Man Up CEO Jeff Ford along with cohost Allan Pereria to talk about goal setting in the new year. Our hosts are also joined by different Man Up teams like the ladies and the Fatherhood Engagement team.
Here's the 40 Day Challenge, join us!
1) Start doing something you're not currently doing that you should be doing (Make it measurable!) 
2) Stop doing something you know would be better if you stopped (Fasting something!)
3) 10 minutes of vigorous exercise for your body! 
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.)
Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us. Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be.
You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros. Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 55 - Masculinity In The Nativity Part 2

In this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereria continue on the theme of masculinity in the Nativity, drawing from the rich narratives of Luke 2 and Matthew 2.
Tune in as our hosts inspire you to prepare your heart for worshiping Jesus this Christmas season.
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.)
Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us. Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be.
You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros. Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 54 - Masculinity In The Nativity Part 1

In this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereria explore the theme of masculinity in the Nativity, drawing from the rich narratives of Luke 2 and Matthew 2. Before diving in, enjoy a lively round of "This or That: Christmas Edition."
Tune in as our hosts inspire you to prepare your heart for worshiping Jesus this Christmas season.
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity.
We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man.
These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual. Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.)
Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us. Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be.
You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros. Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.

Episode 53 - Counter Kingdom - Kingdom Over Everything

On this episode of the Patros Podcast, Man Up CEO Jeff Ford and co-host Allan Pereria sit down to discuss how prioritizing God's Kingdom above all else can transform your life, freeing you from worry and inviting you into a deeper purpose.
Uncover how seeking God's righteousness leads to a life of abundance and eternal fulfillment.
What is Patros? Patros is a one-of-a-kind discipleship tool that challenges men to confront fatherlessness by embracing God's view of masculinity. We have a new series that just dropped called "Counter Kingdom" where members of the Ohio State Football team sit down with other Christian leaders to discuss what it looks like to live a counter kingdom life.
Our "Man As..." video discipleship series is also hosted by Kamryn Babb as he sits down with godly men like former NFL champion coach Tony Dungy and rapper and author KB to walk through practically walk through being a godly man. These resources are available for your church, men's Bible study, leadership team, or even you as an individual.
Patros offers a handful of resources (coaching resources, trauma resources and more.) Become a subscriber and get these free resources at https://patros.us.
Let's partner together to see men engaged in the fight for the Fatherless and become all that God intends us to be. You can follow us on social media at @everymanpatros. Patros is a ministry of Man Up & Go.