From Self-Doubt to Self-Made: Dorrian Roberts’ Guide to Authentic Living

The Fully Connected Podcast with Chris Jones

In this episode of The Fully Connected Podcast, host Chris Jones sits down with Dorrian Roberts, a proud father, barber, and former football player, as they explore the ups and downs of his life journey. Dorrian opens up about overcoming doubts, battling depression, and the impact of his father being in prison for 21 years.

The conversation dives deep into the importance of authenticity, surrounding yourself with the right people, and the challenges of parenthood. Dorrian’s raw honesty and sense of humor brings light to serious issues, including his struggles with feeling like a failure, societal pressures, and making healthy lifestyle changes.

Dorrian also shares personal reflections on growing up, losing his Grandparents Whether you're seeking inspiration or perspective on navigating life's obstacles, this episode is filled with authentic conversations and powerful takeaways. Tune in to hear how Dorrian stays true to himself and inspires others.

0:00 - Coming Up
1:00 - Show Starts!
2:20 - Importance of Standing Out, Being Yourself
4:18 - Growing Up
5:09 - Dorrian Talks About His Upbringing
5:56 - Why He Stopped Playing Football for the Wichita Force
6:46 - Dorrian's Friend's Sister Beats Him Bad in Pickleball
8:41 - Chris & Dorrian Share Regrets from High School
9:19 - Dorrian Shares About His Cousin Deonate
9:55 - People Who Are Still Stuck in the "High School" Mindset
11:16 - Dorrian Talks About Graduating College & Being a Team Guy, Putting Others First
12:23 - Dorrian Opens Up About "Feeling Like a Failure"
14:47 - Dorrian Talks About Depression and Not Even Wanting to Watch Football Anymore
18:45 - How Having Good Friends Helped Him Get Through & Stay Focused
20:37 - Dorrian Shares Why He Just Wants to Be an Inspiration to Others
21:47 - Parenting
24:23 - Why Dorrian Didn't Want to Be a High School Coach
25:57 - His Thoughts About the Public School System After Working in It
26:47 - Reminiscing About Childhood and Going to Discovery Zone lol
28:36 - Being a Parent & Growing Up as a Kid
29:00 - Dorrian Talks About Being Spoiled as a Kid & Fatherhood
30:15 - Dorrian Opens Up About His 8-Year-Old Son Liking Girl Stuff & Dolls
31:37 - Dorrian Shares About When His Sister Came Out as Lesbian
33:27 - Guys Who Are Being Something They’re Not: Importance of Being Authentic
34:01 - Dorrian Talks About Feeling Uncomfortable Getting Lots of Attention in High School
34:37 - How Not Making It to the League Helped Him See Who His Real Friends Were
37:08 - Dorrian Talks About Being a Child at Heart, Hanging Out, & Cracking Jokes lol
40:42 - Don't Be So Serious All the Time & How Roasting and Sports Developed Tough Skin & Competitiveness For Him
48:25 - "I Be Taking on Too Much at Times"
49:17 - Dorrian's Thoughts About the Wichita Night Scene
53:42 - Why Douglas Social is Dorrian's Go-To Lounge
54:57 - Dorrian's Thoughts on Drake & How They Both Grew Up with a Dad
56:59 - "My Dad Was Locked in Prison for 21 Years"
1:00:01 - Effects of Too Much Attention
1:00:41 - Following His Dad's Football Legacy
1:02:25 - "I Made It Harder on Myself Growing Up"
1:03:11 - "My Grandparents Took Me, My Brother, & Sister In"
1:03:46 - "I Could've Played Division One Straight Out of High School If I Had My Grades Right"
1:06:39 - Thoughts on the School System & "My Mom Was in Survival Mode Raising Us"
1:08:42 - Thoughts on Society & School
1:10:04 - Life Lessons & "I'm Not Doing Anything Beneficial for My Kids If I'm Not Doing Anything Beneficial for Myself"
1:12:30 - "Nothing in Life Is a Destination" – Chris Says
1:13:25 - "I Lost a Little Bit of Myself and Started Playing Victim"
1:15:18 - Dorrian Shares About Being Privileged Growing Up & Skipping Classes in High School
1:18:28 - Grandparents Passing Away
1:20:28 - Giving the Game to My Kids & Parenting
1:24:17 - We Grew Up When Technology Was Kicking Off: Best of Both Worlds
1:25:57 - Dorrian Gives Chris His Props & Asks Chris How He Got into Music
1:30:47 - Dorrian Talks About Chris' Music Group with Bryce Back in the Day
1:32:16 - Dorrian Talks About His Passion for Art, Fashion, & Cutting Hair
1:36:42 - Dorrian Talks About Losing People, Taking Care of His Body, & Quitting Liquor
1:38:13 - Dorrian's Health Journey: Being on an Animal-Based Diet for 2 Months & How It Changed Him
1:47:22 - Reflections on Health & Well-Being
1:52:03 - We're Becoming a Money-Driven Country: Thoughts on Technology, AI,
1:55:28 - External Validation, Humbling the Ego, & Giving Back
1:58:06 - Dorrian Shares Why He Hates Man Vs. Women-Type Podcasts
2:01:27 - Vulnerability is Strength: Insecure Men
2:05:18 - Dorrian Talks About Therapy
2:07:08 - Adult Issues Stem From Childhood Unresolved Issues & the Importance of Expressing Suppressed Emotions
2:09:38 - Dorrian's Thoughts on Kanye & His Need to Express His Feelings
2:10:35 - The Importance of Quitting Habits So You Can Start New Ones
2:12:06 - Dorrian Talks About Trauma & Feeling Uncomfortable Going to Funerals
2:15:35 - Dorrian Talks About Overcoming Doubt
2:16:10 - Dorrian Shares About Coping the Wrong Way
2:20:31 - Dorrian Talks About the Importance of Believing in Yourself
2:22:33 - Outro & Resources for Counseling Services If Needed