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Everyday Chaos Episodes

A humorous look at the daily ups and downs of life, from awkward encounters to unexpected challenges that arise in routine situations.
March 29, 2022

IDS #83 - Can I See Your Donut?

Darin returns from Universal Studios in Florida! Also... we welcome two new patron members! Plus tips on how not to order fast food, surviving airport check lines, cleaning blood off a drum set, people with bad breath who should still wear masks, reading redacted fan mail and the glorious acting career of Harold Manchini. You will be an absolute idiot if you don't listen to this episode! Visit us at irritabledadsyndrome.com for more! Support the Show.
March 22, 2022

IDS #82 - You Look Like You Own a Tractor Redux

Enjoy this look back at one of our more popular episodes from the past while Darin is on vacation! Some new stuff peppered in as well! First episode with the new setup! Mike gets teary-eyed during spreadsheet presentations, and Darin starts listener questions early - including making PB&J sandwiches, experiences with cats, the origin of babies, and gladiator movies. Salsa comes up - again, and someone decides to eat a cotton ball. Music comes up, featuring Lady Ga-Ga's cookies, Bruce Springsteen...
March 15, 2022

IDS #81 - Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah

TOOL 2022 concert! Also, Mike and Darin talk about The Batman, Mike finally checked the IDS mailbox - and we got a card! Why do people at parties always stand in the kitchen? How does one afford fresh produce? In a surprising twist, Figgy the Bunny eats a blueberry! And, Bobo Fett? Bobo?!?! Finally, Tyson Nuggets of Love! All this and more in this week's episode!! #Tool #thebatman #toolband #batman #bobafett Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
March 1, 2022

IDS #79 - Uncle Mike Said Quack!

The Official IDS Apology Episode: Apologies to Christopher and Kevin Nolan, William Forsythe, Cameron, anyone who thought Episode 7 was the end, Ham the Space Monkey. Also - Mike begs for a Tool album, Darin has a tale involving duct tape, scissors, and dollar bills, and the duo want to learn more words. Mike's new washing machine is a technical marvel in the realm of snitching, Darin wants to be adventurous in Kroger, and we answer some questions from long time listener and friend, Jim Timmerma...
Feb. 15, 2022

IDS #77 - The Pretzel King of Mount Everest

We talk Rock Hall of Fame inductees of 2022, and Oscars! My Favorite Martian and Bill Bixby! The U2 Bathroom! Two complete Kroger stories!! An almost heartwarming tale of flowers! The epic tale of a pretzel that drove a man past his limits to obtain! The Movies that Made Us! And tons more! Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
Feb. 8, 2022

IDS #76 - My Twinkie is Full of Lies

Mike made Darin drive through a level 2 snow storm to record this episode because he was tired of doing the show remotely. Darin is pissed at Mike because he won't return his texts. This one is guaranteed to be a real winner! On this episode the dynamic duo discuss the Super Bowl, Darin is listed as one of Cincinnati's best comedians, WKRP, the correct way to eat Pop Tarts without being a psychopath and the inevitability that one of them will die first. All this and much much more! This episod...
Feb. 1, 2022

IDS #75 - Clams, Puzzles, and Bolt Cutters

Darin thinks WORDLE is stupid. Mike just thinks it's more Fallout. Bolt cutters are important - and toilets can be death traps. The Pool Table Odyssey. Oh, and Harry Potter lives in an Amish Paradise. All this and more in the latest episode!! Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
Jan. 18, 2022

IDS #73 - Somebody Went Boom-Boom

Part 3 of the (seemingly) never-ending Colonoscopy Saga. In this episode, learn how NOT to talk to patients on the phone! Darin reports on the COVID - and we say good-bye to some friends. Mike loses it over red velvet cake, and FINALLY gets to talk about Matrix: Resurrections. All this and more in the latest episode!! Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
Jan. 4, 2022

IDS #71 - The Return of the Loch Ness Monster

Darin invades the U2 Facebook group - chaos ensues. Mike has a fun medical procedure! How do you pronounce "Loch Ness"? The duo discuss Mike Nesmith - and Mike has a new bad habit: leaving his car running unattended in random places. What could possibly go wrong? All this and more in our Season 3 opener!! Irritable Dad Syndrome Support the Show.
Dec. 28, 2021

IDS #70 - Chewbacca in His Pants Redux

Wha happen? How can the same thing happen to the same show twice?! Thank you to everyone for an amazing year - we look forward to creating more content in 2022!! From Monocles to Do-rags, Mike and I discuss not-so-popular fashion trends and wait til you hear which one Mike wants to wear - (I’m going to look BAD ASS!) Also… find what you shouldn't burn in your backyard. Then... New sponsor or is it a scam? A possible product to back our show that's so racey, Quacker the cursing duck had to wor...
Dec. 21, 2021

IDS #69 - Don't Screw Around With Milkshakes

On this week’s episode… a big fan of the show loves when we say “Wha Happened” and another fan does not. Will we stop saying it? Find out! Plus… who was your favorite James Bond? We inaccurately discuss our favorite 007 flicks and other moves like Elf, Uncut Gems, Edward Scissorhands and The Godfather. Mike finally gets uncomfortable talking about a certain Pixar movie and shuts down the conversation completely. All this plus inappropriate Uncles who dress as Santa while drinking and smoking. An...
Dec. 14, 2021

IDS #68 - Faster Than a Scalded Dog

Netflix at the hospital and Rust Valley Restorers. Mike and Darin feud over Simon and Garfunkel. Mike's dog desecrated the Nativity Scene, and Darin tells a story of his dog attacking his mother-in-law's teeth! What's the deal with Assisted Living Facility libraries and their total lack of decent books? Finally - Darin hates the sound of you chewing. So stop it. Support the Show.
Dec. 7, 2021

IDS #67 - Humorous Erectus

Mike is in a mood this week because of a hurt ankle, his kid broke his toe and his dog ate a tube of delicious Neosporin. Speaking of hospitals, Darin's wife had surgery and his rabbit almost met an early death. We introduce a new segment this week... Dave's Comedy Corner! All this plus the guys talk about lazy eyes, the Beatles, hitchhikers and fish butts! (It's a good thing we don't pay Quacker the cursing duck by the quack or we'd be in the poorhouse with this one!) Support the Show.
Nov. 30, 2021

IDS #66 - I Thought Turkeys Could Fly!

(Late) Thanksgiving Greetings from the duo! Mike complains about dog issues, while Darin reveals an awesome donut story. Darin discusses someone who has NEVER seen "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles" AND someone who does not like John Candy! We launch into a Bill Murray / Chevy Chase discussion - and Darin reviews "Ghostbusters: Afterlife". Mike's interested in reviving his Southern accent, and we talk the a-judi-chop guy. Mike missed an opportunity to have someone quote Braveheart, and Darin tell...
Oct. 19, 2021

IDS #60 - What Do I Have To Do To Get a Piece of This Pie?

At home COVID tests with "Steve", Dune 2021, and free stuff at the oil change place!! Mike has a random opportunity to get WHATEVER from Kroger (but decides not to out of fear that his ice cream sandwiches will melt). Darin's birthday surprise for his wife featuring a Collective Soul dance (kinda) from Mike. Noisy fish wakin' up the house!! Mike can't stop thinking of the banana cream pie he got - and how to take 6 kids to a college football game, randomly take them through the student section, ...
Oct. 5, 2021

IDS #58 - Don't Mess With Me, I'm on Nasal Spray

Darin's mower gets broked, and later he almost witnesses a hate crime! Mike has strong feelings about the dog poo collection labor market, and Darin watches a football game with Figgy. Alanis, somehow, comes up again - and Mike points out how the song Ironic, isn't (dontcha think?). Surfin' Bird makes an appearance in the only way it ever should, and Darin tells an ominous story. Finally - Mike gave up on Walking Dead, and went all-in on Better Call Saul. All this and more!! Check out the rest...
Sept. 28, 2021

IDS #57 - With Apologies to Alanis Morissette

TicketMaster Sucks! Also, Mike goes to see Alanis Morissette, Garbage - and then The Sword and Primus (busy week!). Weird couple at Primus show (too many puppies!) Darin eavesdrops on a couple discussing the finer details of sheep movement, and has his values shaken to the core by a random avocado fondler. Darin's rabbit won't stop pooping - and Mike's kid gargles salt water (and puts Mike in his place). Darin goes to a virtual funeral for his friend Tim Cable. The show ends with an action-pack...
Sept. 21, 2021

IDS #56 - Get Your Meat Off My Root Beer!

Darin discusses the passing of a great friend. Also, we discuss the legacy of Norm MacDonald. Darfin got a bunny, and knows someone who worked on The Beastmaster!! There's new stuff abound on the IDS website, and Mike's got the Kroger story of the week with.....root beer! Mike started a fire in his backyard......again. Billy Joel concert talk, and Darin's kid flipped cheese on a lady. Darin and Mike talk a little Pink Floyd - and we talk about the mysterious yard de-pooper story. This episode u...
Sept. 14, 2021

IDS #55 - He Farted Wet Enough to Make My Hiccups Stop

Welp, they're banned again. Darin doesn't know who people are plus interesting facts about hyenas. We discuss the Great Barbecue War of 1807, and Darin's annoyed at Popeye's Chicken. "Thicc" apparently has a rating scale. A fan weighs in on the show, and Darin teaches some practical jokes related to parallel parking. Weird places to wake up - including a laundry basket. Mike's dog has an interesting place to put her head, and the duo talk Dick Cavett!! All this and more!! Check out the rest of...
Sept. 7, 2021

IDS #54 - The Legend of Truck Nuts Troy

Mike talks about Nick's Ice Cream, and Darin has issues with Alexa's pause style. We visit the Kro-Bar - and Darin talks about the Kroger history guy! Mike tells an olden tale of working at Lazarus and Darin was doin' the crate thing at Winn-Dixie before it was a thing! We play Dave Lay voicemails, Darin hates math, and yet another Chick-Fil-A drive thru tale from Mike! Check out the rest of our episodes at irritabledadsyndrome.com Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Support the Sh...
Aug. 31, 2021

IDS #53 - Cutting Your Own Bangs While Blindfolded on a Roller Coaster

Darin gave a guy from Seinfeld a ride in his car, Mike discusses the etiquette of running into someone at the store when you look like 3rd degree death, a Red Lobster Just Stop, and another very personal Just Stop. Mike accidentally yells at people and is a jerk. Haircuts by people with terrible haircuts, Mike's kid wants to be a bounty hunter, ranch dressing incidents, a towing story - and a contest!! All this and more in this fine, wholesome episode! Check out the rest of our episodes at ir...
Aug. 17, 2021

IDS #51 - The Pool Noodle Paradox

An apology for the car horn (totally Darfin's idea, for the record). Also, a clarification about FC and FCC, a King's Island Visit with the world record holder of "Bump Into the People In Line" - and it's NOT Darfin! Pool Noodle etiquette. "Does that jump your coin" is more popular than BitCoin. More Kroger stories (of course), Darin tells a tale about a psychopath who has strong feelings about jelly. Signature drinks, a yo mama joke (how did we get this far into the podcast without one of these...
Aug. 10, 2021

IDS #50 - She Daffy-Ducked Straight into the Mulch

Billy Idol (and Steve Stevenson) Concert behind a Target! Also, Mike reports back on his 19th Anniversary extravaganza and gives some advice on marriage! Mike and Darin have matching weed whackers. Just let that sit there for a moment. Darin chaperone's a pool party, and is stopped by the one-way driving patrol. Darin gets a new office buddy, and talks about white ear hair. Mr. Mike at Penn Station, and the show ends with the Tale of the Cursing Lady at Church! Check out the rest of our episode...
Aug. 3, 2021

IDS #49 - You Don't Screw with Lasagna

Mike and Bess Anniversary, plus a very special Kings Island encounter shout-out! Darfin has a nurse issue, and Mike has a bone to pick with the scientists at the ice cream sandwich factory! A serious question about masks, a cable experience, Rainn Wilson on twitter, the real facts behind toast, and the IDS theme park question! Check out the rest of our episodes at irritabledadsyndrome.com Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! #larrycounty #arntonohio #icyhot #buzzsprout #alpinecoaste...