OG DAD: off the record | EPISODE 12 | Why Being a Present Dad Matters More Than Living in the House

A father-son conversation turns into a blueprint for breaking cycles, building purpose, and raising kids who can thrive in a world that does not hand out second chances. Cedric Patterson Sr. opens up about divorce, fatherhood, and the hard-won lesson that being present for your children does not require staying in a broken relationship.What starts with a raw story about a godmother asking one life-changing question—“Are you a good person?”—becomes a deeper conversation about legacy, identity, and what it really means to show up for your kids. Cedric also reflects on his own upbringing without a father, the role of strong women in his life, and the way those experiences shaped how he parents now.