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 father00:07:40 - Fatherlessness triples since 1950s00:08:50 - 70% fatherlessness in African-American community00:09:52 - Fatherlessness rates in Hispanic and Caucasian communities00:10:03 - Asian American community's low fatherlessness rate00:10:45 - Prisons filled with young men from fatherless homes00:12:42 - Corruption in the family court system00:13:57 - Disparity in prison sentencing between men and women00:15:55 - Impact of the feminist movement on family values00:17:12 - Governor Ron DeSantis' fatherhood initiative bill00:20:42 - 85% of kids in juvenile detention from fatherless homes00:21:22 - Making fatherhood cool and promoting positive examples00:22:36 - Changing the mindset around starting a family00:23:46 - Rebuilding self-confidence in America through fatherhood00:25:35 - Importance of positive role models00:26:17 - Advice for single moms to find a father figure00:27:19 - Helping kids without fathers through mentoring and coaching00:29:48 - Addressing deadbeat dads and cultural shifts00:33:11 - Pro-life stance and interview with Father Frank Pavone00:38:22 - Connection between fatherlessness and sexualization of society