In this thought-provoking episode, Vivek Ramaswamy and Alec Lace, host of First Class Fatherhood, explore the escalating crisis of fatherlessness in America. They discuss Alec's background as a railroad mechanic, father, and advocate for fatherhood, and cover topics such as the stigma around stay-at-home parents and the impact of fatherlessness on society. The conversation delves into the consequences of this crisis on communities, the corruption in the family court system, and the potential solutions to address these issues. With powerful insights and personal anecdotes, Alec and Vivek shed light on the urgent need for change in the way society views and supports fathers. 00:07:10 - 25% of American families without a father 00:07:40 - Fatherlessness triples since 1950s 00:08:50 - 70% fatherlessness in African-American community 00:09:52 - Fatherlessness rates in Hispanic and Caucasian communities 00:10:03 - Asian American community's low fatherlessness rate 00:10:45 - Prisons filled with young men from fatherless homes 00:12:42 - Corruption in the family court system 00:13:57 - Disparity in prison sentencing between men and women 00:15:55 - Impact of the feminist movement on family values 00:17:12 - Governor Ron DeSantis' fatherhood initiative bill 00:20:42 - 85% of kids in juvenile detention from fatherless homes 00:21:22 - Making fatherhood cool and promoting positive examples 00:22:36 - Changing the mindset around starting a family 00:23:46 - Rebuilding self-confidence in America through fatherhood 00:25:35 - Importance of positive role models 00:26:17 - Advice for single moms to find a father figure 00:27:19 - Helping kids without fathers through mentoring and coaching 00:29:48 - Addressing deadbeat dads and cultural shifts 00:33:11 - Pro-life stance and interview with Father Frank Pavone 00:38:22 - Connection between fatherlessness and sexualization of society

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