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Courtside Forever is a podcast for parents swept up in the circus of everyday problems who, despite the world’s best efforts, are still dedicated to seeking intentional moments with their kids. I’m your host, Ryan Rucker, and each week, I will bring you a new episode made for you. We’ll keep it brief for some weeks, diving into a specific topic such as Youth Sports or Paternity Leave in America. These 15-20 minute episodes will focus on overarching themes, statistics, and practical next steps parents can take. In other weeks, we’ll extend our conversations, inviting parents in sports, business, and other industries to look at how they center parenthood in their lives and touch on our inevitable struggles while building a career, business, and future. Whether you’re a dad or mom or thinking of stepping into the role someday, Courtside Forever is a podcast that aims to recenter the world we’re building for our kids. In 2024, The United States of America declared parenting a public health crisis, citing the way society is set up for the reason we struggle. In the document created by the US Department of Health and Services Department, Parents Under Pressure, Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy stated, “Raising children is sacred work. It should matter to all of us. And the health and well-being of those who are caring for our children should matter to us as well.” In 2020, I hosted and produced the 8-episode docuseries Complicated Fatherhood, where I spent each episode speaking to my biological dad to understand how his absence from my life affected my Fatherhood. Since wrapping the podcast, I knew I wanted to get back into podcasting, and Courtside Forever is a continuation of my mantra to be ever present in my daughters’ lives. On Courtside Forever, we’ll have fun, get serious, tell stories, and work to focus on the only thing that matters because, as parents, we’ve got the best seats in the house. Let’s enjoy them.
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Why are so many young men in America falling behind? In this compelling episode of Courtside Forever, host Ryan Rucker unpacks a growing crisis that is affecting families, communities, and the future of society as a whole. Inspired by The Wall Street Journal article America’s Young Men Are Falling Even Further Behind, Ryan dives deep into the factors contributing to this trend and what we can do to change it.
Through powerful storytelling, thought-provoking insights, and eye-opening statistics, Ryan examines why the life trajectories of young men and women are diverging so sharply. From shifting gender roles to societal expectations, outdated definitions of success, and the psychological toll of isolation and low self-worth, this episode paints a nuanced picture of the struggles many young men face.
But this conversation doesn’t stop at the challenges—it’s about solutions. Ryan offers a hopeful roadmap forward, exploring how parents, educators, and communities can redefine success, foster authentic connections, and promote emotional literacy. He also emphasizes the importance of supporting mental health initiatives tailored to young men, breaking down stigmas, and creating spaces where they can thrive.
Whether you’re a parent looking to better understand your child, a mentor hoping to make an impact, or someone passionate about building a stronger, more inclusive future, this episode is for you. With honesty, empathy, and a call to action, Ryan reminds us that struggling boys often become struggling men—and that it’s never too late to help them rewrite their stories.
🎧 Join us for this episode of Courtside Forever, because, as parents, we've got the best seats in the house - let's enjoy them.
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