Listen "Owais Khan on Bullying, Reality TV & Overcoming His Stammer | The Dad Project Podcast | Episode 9"
Episode Synopsis
In Episode 9 of The Dad Project Podcast, host Naroop Jhooti sits down with close friend, model, and former star of SKY TV's Desi Rascals, Owais Khan, for a deeply personal conversation about overcoming bullying, navigating the pressures of reality TV, and finding his voice despite a lifelong stammer.Now an ambassador for Action for Stammering Children, Owais opens up about the emotional journey from his challenging school days to embracing fatherhood, highlighting how vulnerability became his greatest strength. This powerful episode offers valuable insights into resilience, self-acceptance, and the importance of being present as a father.Honest, raw, and inspiring—this conversation will resonate with anyone overcoming life's hurdles and striving to live authentically.00:00:00 Introduction & Mental Health Struggles00:02:45 Early Childhood in Pakistan00:04:15 Experiences with Bullying & Racism00:06:52 Finding Confidence Through Sports00:08:00 Family Response & Emotional Impact00:10:31 Feeling Alone at Boarding School00:12:34 Parenting and Passing On Struggles00:15:37 Daughter's Stammer & Emotional Reflection00:18:55 Becoming a Stambassador00:23:47 Modelling Career & Gaining Confidence00:27:11 Framing Stammer as a Superpower00:29:37 Mental Health Crisis & COVID Impact00:32:15 Therapy & Overcoming Trauma00:35:01 Seeking Acceptance & Father's Approval00:36:55 Relationship with Father00:38:18 Parents' Divorce & Emotional Toll00:41:52 Appreciating Father's Sacrifices00:42:38 Becoming a Father & Life Changes00:46:55 Advice for Fathers: Being Present00:49:47 Coping with "Dad Guilt"00:51:00 Reality TV Experience & Challenges00:54:13 Future Ambitions & Stand-up Comedy00:55:54 How Owais Wants to Be Remembered00:56:44 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude🎧 This episode is packed with honesty, resilience, and powerful insights for anyone overcoming bullying, embracing fatherhood, or navigating life's challenges.🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to support The Dad Project and help inspire more fathers to open up about their journey.Follow Owais KhanInstagram - www.instagram.com/owais0824Follow Action for Stammering ChildrenInstagram - www.instagram.com/stammer_actionLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/action-for-stammering-childrenWebsite - www.actionforstammeringchildren.org📲 Follow The Dad Project:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedadprojecthqFacebook: www.facebook.com/thedadprojecthqTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@thedadprojecthqYouTube: @thedadprojecthqX (Twitter): www.x.com/thedadprojecthqLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/the-dad-project#Fatherhood #MentalHealth #Bullying #OvercomingChallenges #Resilience #StammeringAwareness #TheDadProject #ParentingTips #FatherhoodAdvice
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