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A weekly comedy podcast about parenting, marriage, pop culture, and being confidently wrong. New episodes every week from Irritable Dad Syndrome.
Here are some great episodes to start with!
Mike is missing! Darin Blathers on About: Why Mike ain't hereCountry Cookers - new clipIHOP and Colonoscopies - censored bonus clipMike is in a weird mood before the show - censored bonus clipNew Uncle Chappy's Soothing Miracle Lip Balm commercial w Dave LaySexy Tarantula and the Shweaty Crickets - censored bonus clipWho ordered the pink X Box controller? Best of clip from episode 239What we would've talked about if Mike had been hereThe time Darin met Debbie Gibson - new clip…
Irritable Dad Syndrome – Episode 293If you’ve ever screamed internally at a weather forecast, waited ten minutes for a recipe that refuses to tell you how many eggs to use, or found yourself emotionally invested in the shape of a frenc…
Irritable Dad Syndrome – Episode 292Welcome to Irritable Dad Syndrome, Cincinnati’s comedy podcast for people who have opinions, stories, and absolutely no interest in keeping them short. Episode 292 is a perfect entry point for new li…
Irritable Dad
Mike is one half of the comedy duo behind Irritable Dad Syndrome, a show dedicated to the shared experience of being tired, cranky, and just self-aware enough to laugh about it. With a comedic style rooted in sarcasm, pop-culture obsession, and brutally honest storytelling, Mike brings humor to the everyday annoyances of parenting, work, aging, and modern life.
He’s known for confidently arguing points he hasn’t fully thought through, doubling down when challenged, and then reluctantly admitting when he’s wrong—usually several episodes later. Whether he’s dissecting movies, ranting about social norms, or telling stories that make him question his own judgment, Mike’s humor is candid, relatable, and unapologetically imperfect.
Darin is one half of the hosting duo behind Irritable Dad Syndrome, a comedy podcast focused on the frustrations, contradictions, and absurdities of everyday life. With a style rooted in dry wit, thoughtful skepticism, and well-timed sarcasm, Darin has a knack for turning minor annoyances into full-blown philosophical debates.
Often serving as the show’s analytical counterweight, Darin questions assumptions, dismantles bad arguments, and occasionally realizes—live on mic—that he’s backed himself into a corner. Whether breaking down pop culture, parenting logic, or the unspoken rules of adulthood, his humor comes from curiosity, honesty, and a willingness to laugh at himself when the argument collapses.
