INTERVIEW: Deon Derrico (Doubling Down With The Derricos) On His Divorce From Karen, Strained Relationship With Mom ‘GG,’ And Why The Show Is Leaving TLC. Wednesday, November 19th, 2025

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🗓️ 19 November 2025

⏱️ 87 minutes

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In this episode, I had an enlightening conversation with Deon Derrico, the star of TLC's "Doubling Down with the Derricos." Deon opened up about the challenges and joys of raising 14 children with his wife Karen, including the emotional toll of multiple miscarriages and high-risk pregnancies. We discussed their recent decision to part ways with TLC after five seasons, driven by a desire for more control over their story, especially during their divorce. Deon shared the financial struggles they've faced since the show was shelved and their return to regular jobs—him as a school bus driver and Karen as a substitute teacher. Despite their separation, Deon and Karen continue to co-parent their children, and they are exploring new ventures, including potentially self-distributing their content. This episode offered a raw and honest look into the complexities of their family life and their future plans. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Family Overview 00:05:23 - Divorce and Media Attention 00:07:02 - TLC's Reaction to Divorce 00:23:42 - Current Relationship Status 00:25:03 - Children's Living Arrangements 00:26:34 - Homeschooling and Education 00:27:24 - Financial Situation Post-TLC 00:45:18 - Show Ratings and Cancellation Clarification MY Go Big Podcasting Courses Are Here! Purchase Go Big Podcasting and learn to start, monetize, and grow your own podcast. Use code HOLIDAY20 for 20% OFF all courses **SHOP my Amazon Marketplace - especially if you're looking to get geared-up to start your own Podcast!!!** https://www.amazon.com/shop/thesarahfrasershow Show is sponsored by: Baked By Melissa right now is offering YOU 20% OFF your entire order of cupcakes. Perfect for a Holiday party or Birthday! Use this link for 20% OFF bakedbymelissa.com/tsfs Beducate.me/tsfs69 and use code tsfs69 for 65% off the annual pass! Beducated helps you find sexual freedom and intimacy with access to experts and over 150+ sex courses. Sign up Cash App Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/q6skmihp #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct Deposit, Overdraft Coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosure. For a limited time!!! Customers can earn $10 if they use the code SECURE10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Cornbread Hemp is offering 30% off your first order! Just go to cornbreadhemp.com/TSFS and use code TSFS at checkout. Nutrafol.com use code TSFS for FREE shipping and $10 off your subscription Quince.com/tsfs for FREE shipping on your order and 365 day returns Follow me on Instagram/Tiktok: @thesarahfrasershow ***Visit our Sub-Reddit: reddit.com/r/thesarahfrasershow for ALL things The Sarah Fraser Show!!!*** Advertise on The Sarah Fraser Show: thesarahfrasershow@gmail.com Got a juicy gossip TIP from your favorite TLC or Bravo show? Email: thesarahfrasershow@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	All right, I've been wanting to talk to this guy.
0:06.6	Dion DeRico is here.
0:08.2	Star of the TLC show doubling down with the Derico's five seasons.
0:13.0	Five seasons.
0:14.9	Five seasons.
0:16.2	Yes.
0:17.3	Not to mention you and Karen, like, by the way, how many?
0:20.3	Okay, I know you have 16 kids total, right?
0:23.4	No, 14.
0:24.8	14.
0:25.7	14. Yes, 14 children total.
0:26.9	You and Karen have 14 total, but you have an adopted son, right?
0:30.0	Don't you have to?
0:31.4	I do not speak of him.
0:34.1	Oh, all right.
0:35.0	Yeah, that was a, that was, that was, um, I understand now when they say not adopting a child
0:41.9	that's past the age of baby, uh, yeah, I learned that the hard way.
0:46.9	You two are not speaking.
0:48.2	You're not connected.
0:49.2	We're not connected at all.
0:51.0	Okay, got it.
0:51.9	Why did I think, then did I think you had a daughter from a previous
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