In this episode, Michael Brendan Dougherty discusses his book 'My Father Left Me Ireland,' exploring themes of fatherlessness, maternal influence, and the importance of cultural heritage. He reflects on his upbringing, the impact of his father's absence, and how his mother instilled Irish values in him. The discussion also touches on raising children with these values, his political perspectives at National Review, concerns about fertility rates and family dynamics, and valuable life lessons he wishes he could share with his younger self. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.