Comedian TK Kirkland recently went viral for expressing his belief that men shouldn't be stepfathers. TK expressed the same opinion in a 2024 interview with VladTV. During the interview, TK and DJ Vlad explored the idea that men can frequently become overwhelmed by the pressures and responsibilities of becoming a stepfather, leading to emotional, financial and psychological strain. Vlad concurred, reflecting on his own uncomfortable experience dating a woman with a child. They conclude that many people are fearful of being alone or meeting new partners, leading to a cycle of damaging relationships and stepping into roles they are not equipped for.