Digital Dad Diaries

In this episode of Digital Dad Diaries, host Roosevelt Butler sits down with artist, entrepreneur, and devoted father Kareem Joseph (DJ REEM) for an intimate conversation. Kareem shares his journey from the sunny shores of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, to building a life, family, and business on the North Dakota prairie. From navigating Midwest winters and sharpening his faith to raising his children, Korbin and Aria, Kareem opens up about marriage, resilience, and the lasting legacy he’s leaving for the next generation.https://www.facebook.com/share/1EsmMheAna/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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How do you raise a future scholar without losing the connection at home? On this episode of Digital Dad Diaries, host Roosevelt Butler sits down with Dr. Art Malloy, Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of North Dakota, for an honest, father-to-father conversation on navigating the teenage silence, planting the seeds of college readiness early, and balancing executive leadership with intentional parenting. Dr. Malloy shares real blueprints on how to make education a natural part of your home culture and why a father’s presence will always matter more than his title. Tune in for practical wisdom, vulnerable stories, and three powerful Legacy Moments every dad can apply today.

When legal battles, outside noise, and emotional walls build up, a father can easily feel shut out of his children's lives. On this episode of Digital Dad Diaries, we explore what it truly means to hold the line when the door is locked. From navigating tough custody decisions and unreturned texts to establishing firm boundaries with young adults, we unpack the reality of modern fatherhood through grief, trial, and growth. Learn how to stop reacting to chaos, align spiritually, and stay steadfast so that when the dust clears, your children know your door was never closed.
​Join the frequency. What we practice today becomes permanent tomorrow

What does it truly mean to build something that outlives you without sacrificing the people you are doing it for?  
 
In this episode of Digital Dad Diaries, we sit down with father, entrepreneur, and founder of FMF Clothing (For My Family), Kavon Moore. Kavon shares the raw reality behind his brand’s core mantra, "Wear Your Why," and how fatherhood completely redefined his ambition, work ethic, and vision for the future.  
 
We dive deep into:
The Fatherhood Shift: 
Moving from self-centered ambition to building a generational foundation. 
 
The Balancing Act: Managing a full-time job, late-night production, and slow seasons while protecting presence at home.  
 
Presence as Currency: Why our children measure provision in time and connection, not just financial security.  
 
3 Legacy Moments: Key principles every father and builder can apply to their daily standard.  
 
Connect with Kavon Moore & FMF Clothing:
Instagram: @formyfamil.apparel
TikTok: @formyfamilyofficial
Facebook: For My Family Apparel

Digital Dad Diaries returns with a powerful new episode: "Clocking In, Locking In: Haitian Roots & The 9-to-5 Hustle." In the start of this season, host Rozaay sits down with Orlando-based artist Danq, a talented creator who turns raw life experiences into compelling music. From the responsibility of a 9-to-5 job to the passion and creativity required to chase his musical dreams, Danq's journey is a story of resilience and dedication.
 
The episode dives deep into his Haitian heritage, discussing the profound influence of family reunions and his powerful tracks, "Full Custody" and "Wrong Way," which are visceral reflections of his personal experiences. This conversation explores the emotional release of art and the blueprint for balancing everyday obligations with a relentless artistic drive. 
Don't miss this impactful and authentic look into the reality of building a legacy while raising a family.
 
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Guest Links & Handles:
Instagram: @danq_ish_only
TikTok: @danq_ish_only

How do you build a solid family foundation when the manual you were handed was full of missing pages? You write an inverse playbook. Join host Rozaay on Digital Dad Diaries: The Frequency as he welcomes Ronnie King for a powerful, full-circle conversation.
From taking in a 16-year-old Rozaay nearly three decades ago to raising his own children on intentional love, Ronnie shares how he turned his father's absence into a commitment to absolute presence. We dive into the true meaning of legacy, breaking generational patterns, and the ripple effect of stepping up when it matters most.

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Digital Dad Diaries, Rozaay opens up about what happens when life turns up the heat and fatherhood puts your principles under fire. From navigating the pain of physical distance with his youngest daughter, to working through rebellion and internal motivation with his 17-year-old, to supporting his second oldest through life’s emotional storms—this isn't theory. This is real-time parenting from the front lines.
​It’s easy to talk about legacy when things are smooth, but practice doesn't make "perfect"—Practice Makes Permanence. What you do repeatedly under pressure is what gets locked in.

The Resilient One: 6 Ps of self reliance.
What happens when the blueprint of fatherhood is left entirely blank? You don’t fold—you build your own foundation.
In this powerful episode of Digital Dad Diaries, host Roosevelt sits down with Victor, an elite trainer and force of nature from Combat Cardio in Grand Forks, ND. Victor opens up with raw, unfiltered honesty about a reality many men face: growing up without a father. But instead of letting the absence break him, it taught him the ultimate lesson in survival—complete self-reliance

  This one hits different. This week on the Diaries, I’m locking in with my day-one brother, Brandon Watkins. Having known Brandon since he was seven years old, I’ve had a front-row seat to his growth. Today, we’re stripping away the filters to talk about the raw realities of fatherhood. Brandon breaks down how he turned the lessons of what his father didn't do into a blueprint for being the greatest, most consistent dad he can be. He pays the ultimate tribute to the woman who did it all—his mother—and shares a fire-tested mindset on why you can never give up on what you believe in.