The $154 Billion Man: Why Investing in Fathers Is an Economic Imperative w/ Christopher A. Brown

The $154 Billion Man: Why Investing in Fathers Is an Economic Imperative w/ Christopher A. Brown

February 22, 2026 · 1h 5m · Season 5 · Episode 8

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The episode discusses the economic implications of father absence in the U.S. and features a conversation with Christopher A. Brown.

What if father absence isn’t just a social issue—but an economic one costing the nation $154 billion a year? Host Kenneth Braswell sits down with Christopher Brown to unpack the data, the policy implications, and the future of responsible fatherhood.

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Host: Kenneth Braswell

Guest: Christopher A. Brown

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Organizations: father absence, responsible fatherhood

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