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Happy Father’s Day

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 15, 2014

The Kobie Chronicles would like to wish all men and fathers who are raising and providing examples of quality manhood to children, young adults and one another, a very Happy Father’s Day.

We invited fathers to participate in our Fatherhood Photo Contest a few weeks ago. Today is the day we celebrate the winners of this contest and countless others. The winners of our #tofatherhood photo contest are….

Because here’s the point: to the extent that men become better fathers, children will do better in schools that aim to serve them; children will feel better about themselves and will be better prepared for productive lives; fewer children will become entangled in the criminal justice system, meaning that fewer of our people will go to jail; more children grow up to create healthier unions; we stabilize the economics and safety of all neighborhoods, and lastly, we increase the talent pool for American industry.

Responsible men and fathers play an invaluable role in advancing and shaping their children, communities and humanity.

– See more at: https://tofatherhood.com/#sthash.cO7cDrhb.dpu

fatherhood photo contest — in_my_lifetime

Many thanks to all who participated, along with Walker Wear and I Am Dad for acknowledging the invaluable role men and responsible fathers play in advancing and shaping their children, communities and humanity.

Stream From Fatherless to Fatherhood here:

FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD – Trailer from The Kobie Chronicles. on Vimeo.

Happy Father’s Day 2014

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 13, 2014

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Stream From Fatherless to Fatherhood here:

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FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD from The Kobie Chronicles. on Vimeo.

FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD for streaming at the low price of $3.99.

Once a year the world stops to celebrate fathers who are making the difference in their children’s lives, and the lives of their community. Whether you’re a father; are missing your father; are about to become a father; or want to be a better father – or maybe you know someone who is – we’d like to offer you FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD for streaming at the low price of $3.99.

Sit back, relax, and share this film with those you love, including anyone you feel is missing from the lives of those who will need them the most.

FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD is a documentary film that explores the causes, effects and possible solutions to father absence in African-American communities. Additionally, the film provides examples of men who are fostering quality relationships with their children, families and therefore, their communities. The film is rooted in the real lives of men, women and children and buttressed by the perspectives of Multi Grammy-Award winning Gospel Recording Artist, Kirk Franklin, Dr. Steve Perry (CNN’s Eduction Contributor), Reverend DeForest B. Soaries (CNN’s Black in America: Almighty Debt) and Jeff Robinson (MBK Entertainment).

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PRODUCER/DIRECTOR: Kobie Brown

WRITERS: Kobie Brown, Njeri Brown

CINEMATOGRAPHER: Shawn Peters

EDITORS: Darnell Taylor, Joe Saito

FEATURING: Kirk Franklin, Dr. Steve Perry, Rev. DeForest B. Soaries, DaShaun “Jiwe” Morris, Jeff Robinson, and others

Our Children, and Even Other Fathers, Watch What We Do

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 12, 2014
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My name is Matt, and I am the father of three boys and a girl.

Education is important to me for my children because life is about maneuvering and navigating through paths that exist, as well as creating those that don’t. Those who educate themselves and gain education from others have the ability to successfully navigate the paths that exist and create ones that don’t. The more you learn and master, the more possibilities you open up for yourself.

School limits us to a miniscule amount of what there is to know. In order to be educated one really must explore, read and watch various media forms, as well as get insight from elders in our communities who have wisdom from their own life experiences to share.

Following the riots I intend to mostly continue on the path I’ve been on. I’ve been an avid supporter of community organizations doing work in Baltimore. I’ve also been pulling fathers and families together in various ways for over a decade. I do plan to work with a few good brothers on a non-profit organization that serves children whose fathers are not in their lives, and fathers who are not in their children’s lives, although I planned to do that before the riots.

Doing these things will ensure that I continually do what I can to give people in Baltimore –both youth and adults– opportunities and resources needed to overcome obstacles that they face in life, and that they have positive male figures to help guide them along the way.

The Fatherhood Collective is my organization. Others doing great work in Baltimore include Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle, Save A Dope Boy, Shelly’s Helping Hands, Dream Girls Mentoring and the 300 Men Movement, just to name a few. As it relates to Baltimore and other parts of the world, fathers can improve the trajectory of their children and society by being living examples. Be that which you want others to emulate. Our children, and even other fathers, watch what we do.

Usher’s “Good Kisser” Producer Pop Wansel & His Father

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 11, 2014
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We met up with “Pop” Wansel and his father, Dexter Wansel in Philadelphia on a beautiful Spring day. “Pop” worked on tracks before being joined by his father. This father and son represent two generations of hit makers. Their names and talents are synonymous with hits by Patti Labelle “If Only You Knew” (1983) and Usher “Good Kisser” (2014).

“Pop” has been busy lately, crafting songs for Usher, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West and most recently, Mary J. Blige, as part of the forthcoming Think Like A Man Too Soundtrack. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, as his father was an equally creative force during the halcyon days of Philadelphia International and Black Music.

Talent, family history & values are amongst the things a father bequeaths his children. During our visit the duo explained their relationship with music; how the elder Wansel taught his son how to craft songs as opposed to merely making beats; and most importantly, creating the type of childhood for “Pop” that enables him to now, “love my child with all my heart.”

Watch the video here:

Stream From Fatherless to Fatherhood here:

FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD – Trailer from The Kobie Chronicles. on Vimeo.

WBLS 107.5 Interview

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 9, 2014

Post by WBLS 107.5.

We’d like to thank you for watching FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD over the weekend. We’ve listed additional air dates and a streamable copy of the full film below:
From Fatherless to Fatherhood….Turning the corner on father absence, one story at a time.

06/13/14 – 11:00am
06/14/14 – 1:00am
06/15/14 – 10:00am
– See more at: http://www.aspire.tv/fatherlesstofatherhood#sthash.UslnQyuK.dpuf

FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD – Trailer from The Kobie Chronicles. on Vimeo.

A Good Father is ….

Post author By abel27z805558402
Post date June 2, 2014

June 15th, 2014 is Father’s Day, and according to Gospel icon, Kirk Franklin, “A good father is there and he cares!”

We invite you to celebrate by watching, and owning a copy of, FROM FATHERLESS TO FATHERHOOD. The film is available here, and will air as follows on ASPIRE.