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Joe shares his tumultuous journey through a complicated relationship and custody battle. He discusses the challenges of co-parenting with an ex-partner who exhibits erratic behavior, the impact of COVID-19 on his life and job, and the emotional toll it has taken on him. Joe highlights the difficulties of navigating the legal system, the importance of witnesses, and the struggles of maintaining a healthy relationship with his daughter amidst the chaos. In this conversation, Joe Wolf shares his tumultuous journey through a contentious divorce, highlighting the challenges of parental…
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Daddy Issues Podcast
Daniel Modern · Kids & Family · English
Real stories from real dads fighting through divorce, custody battles, and co-parenting chaos. Every week, host Daniel Modern interviews fathers who've been through the worst—and came out the other side. If you're a dad going through separation, this is the support you didn't know you needed. No sug
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