Movies & TV Episodes

Send us Fan Mail Mike and Darin take Irritable Dad Syndrome on the road for a very special—and very questionable-sounding—episode recorded while driving to Detroit to see Rush. Along the way, they stop for gas-station cuisine and somehow find time to discuss celebrity deaths, puppy yoga, prescription apps, Transformers and John Larroquette. The audio may be rough. The food may have been rougher. But for the die-hard IDS fans, Welcome to Wapakoneta! This episode is for the die hard fans. Mike ...

Send us Fan Mail Darin bought a new car, saw John Mellencamp, took a tropical cruise—and somehow survived long enough to tell Mike about it. Episode 322 of Irritable Dad Syndrome is a vacation-heavy comedy adventure as Darin breaks down the new car, the concert, the cruise, and the surprisingly large number of moments when his relaxing tropical getaway nearly killed him. Mike also says a couple things here and there. This week on Irritable Dad Syndrome: Darin bought a new car, saw John Mellen...

Episode 317 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features retro video games, car problems, questionable food opinions, viral TikToks, and one Sloppy Joe that may or may not be possessed. This week includes: Mike is Diamond on C.O.D. Mike met a chatty store owner while shopping for retro video games Jacob had a car accident How hard is it to get rid of a Kia with character flaws??? Sloppy Joes... are they possessed by the devil or just a delicious treat? KISS fans can't take a joke ...

Episode 314 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features movie theater annoyances, aging milestones, suspicious pizza shop activity, and an important lesson in proper yard work technique: first you whack, then you blow. This week includes: The guys just finished Episode 313 and they weren't sure how good it was, so they're concerned about what lies ahead for Episode 314 Red Robin ain't what it used to be Mike saw Backrooms again and there were a lot of annoying people in the theater Darin started usi...

Episode 310 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features sports confusion, shopping frustration, movie debates, and one smartwatch notification that nearly caused a workplace disaster. This week includes: Reds game that broke us Little League chaos and sports confusion Kroger layout madness Walmart eyes and rice cooker pride Smartwatch photo preview disaster Four movies worth arguing about Emulsified potatoes Weird Al Dad life, everyday frustrations, pop culture, and stories that somehow spiral ...

Episode 308 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features cassette tape nostalgia, mulch hatred, Chick-fil-A confusion, and one very important question: why did Darin write down “Neil Young Knows How to Eat Corn”? This week includes: Beck is awesome Darin’s adventures with a cassette deck purchase at Goodwill Billy Idol and Terminator 2 Why did Darin write down “Neil Young Knows How to Eat Corn”? Hating mulch and current technology Dolphins are horrible people Chris Michel’s mailbox Half of the Chi...

Leonardo DiCaprio has a mustache—and somehow… it works. In Episode 301 of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin try to make sense of this disturbing development while diving into Oscars commentary, movie reviews, and the modern theater experience. Darin delivers a hilarious (and brutal) breakdown of the Netflix movie Becky, a film so bad it becomes unintentionally entertaining . Meanwhile, the guys debate whether Hollywood has completely lost touch with audiences—especially when it comes to ov...

Episode 300! In This Episode Celebrating Episode 300 of Irritable Dad Syndrome with Jason Durbin and Chris Michel.Iced Tea Debate ResultsHow Do You Make a Grilled Cheese SandwichJuggling and JigglingDarin Rescued The U2 Propaganda Issue from War Torn ChicagoThe PedwayDarin Called Darlin'Florida Man Abducted By Dolphins Building an Underwater CityRaising GirlsThe Matrix and HeatChris Thought Mike Was a CelebrityAlexa Getting Sassy AgainListen to Irritable Dad Syndrome New episodes every Tuesda...

Episode 299 of Irritable Dad Syndrome finds Mike and Darin celebrating the end of the 200-episode era while sharing stories about seeing Nine Inch Nails live, revisiting classic comedy movies, and dealing with one of the most shocking plumbing quotes imaginable. After attending a powerful Nine Inch Nails concert in Columbus, the dads debate the lasting impact of Trent Reznor’s music, the legendary Johnny Cash cover of “Hurt,” and the strange experience of hearing songs live that you never appre...

Episode 298 of Irritable Dad Syndrome is a special “barn burner” collection of deleted stories, outtakes, and previously recorded segments packed with classic dad humor, pop culture nostalgia, and completely unnecessary tangents. This week includes a rant about The Weather Channel overhyping storms, an orange-juice-obsessed Mini Cooper driver, orchestral debates about the Star Wars Imperial March, a Walmart Vision Center spiral, Darren’s anxiety dream about sketching Johnny Bench, comfort movie confessions, shaving logistics, Favstar-era Twitter joke notebooks, and the unforgettable phrase “Hank the Sesame Street Bigot.” It’s chaotic, nostalgic, absurd — and peak Irritable Dad Syndrome.

A snowstorm, a sausage crisis, and dads reliving movie history with their kids — this one has everything. In Episode 294, the dads tackle a very serious issue: why does everyone panic-buy eggs and sausage every time snow is forecast? After surviving a Midwest snowstorm that turned grocery stores into wastelands of empty shelves, they rant about food hoarders, missing Bob Evans sausage, and the emotional journey of building a breakfast casserole with Italian sausage (spoiler: life-changing). From there, the episode spirals beautifully into: • The joy of watching classic movies like The Matrix and The Fugitive with your kids for the first time • The pure nostalgia of Airplane, Naked Gun, and other laugh-until-you-can’t-breathe comedies • TikTok rabbit holes featuring wood-turning “dad hobbies,” fake epoxy floor videos, and bizarre trends • Walmart small talk that turns existential • The psychology of neighbor food gift one-upmanship (chili vs. pumpkin bread escalation war) Plus:…

Mike and Darin defend the legacy of Hills Department Store and why modern nostalgia keeps missing the point. A Midwest-flavored conversation about memory, shared experiences, and why certain places mean more than they probably should.

The first episode of the new year starts strong with food disasters, questionable cooking techniques, and a surprisingly thoughtful discussion about whether rehearsing the podcast would ruin it. Add in movie talk, parenting moments, and accidental philosophy for a classic IDS reset.

A canceled flight, a “hard broke” airplane, and ten unexpected hours at the airport kick off this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome. Mike and Darin break down airline chaos, people-watching during travel delays, and why using all the engines feels like a reasonable expectation. Along the way, the conversation drifts into forgotten concert tickets, giving (or not giving) friends advice, and a deep dive into Johnny Carson’s legacy after a visit to the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago.

New to Irritable Dad Syndrome? Start here. This Best of Volume 5 episode pulls together some of the funniest, dumbest, and most memorable moments from an outstanding year of the show. Mike and Darin revisit classic arguments, workplace disasters, parenting mistakes, pop-culture rants, and everyday frustrations that perfectly capture what Irritable Dad Syndrome is all about. If you’ve never listened before, this episode is the fastest way to understand why people keep coming back.

This episode has everything: strange animal logic, classic cartoon analysis, and pop-culture connections that might be accidental… or genius. Mike and Darin once again prove they can overthink literally anything.

Mike and Darin kick things off with medical oversharing, questionable life advice, and the kind of logic only dads can deliver. From colonoscopy fallout to moon-level overthinking, this episode spirals into classic Irritable Dad Syndrome territory—where common sense goes to die and comedy takes over.

Mark Malkoff joins the show to talk Johnny Carson, late night television history, and what it takes to interview comedy legends on a deep-dive podcast.

Vacation corrections, theme park lines, sunscreen struggles, and the truth behind a dad-exaggerated story.

Universal Studios rides, Disney park chaos, and a theme park line story you will never forget.

Five drinks. Two dads. One possible ghost with digestive issues. Add Superman debates and you’ve got peak Irritable Dad Syndrome.

Mike’s 50th birthday party turns into a full reunion of old friends, bar hopping, music nostalgia, and the hard truth about middle-age recovery. Friendship stories, milestone birthday chaos, and the realization that you can still party like you’re young… but your body now keeps receipts.

Game show historian Adam Nedeff joins IDS for classic TV stories, media nostalgia, and comedy chaos.

Episode 243 of Irritable Dad Syndrome finds Mike and Darin doing what they do best: spiraling from helpful Valentine’s Day advice into dog drama, zombie TV rants, accidental home renovation awkwardness, sourdough addiction, donut confessions, and a truly unnecessary (but very on-brand) deep dive into bathroom science. Along the way, the dads debate whether homemade cards are romantic or criminal, question why Mike’s dog still treats Darin like a suspect after five years, revisit The Walking Dead (and its never-ending spin-offs), celebrate a Johnny Cash–style metal cover, and uncover the dark side of sourdough culture. It’s chaotic, hilarious, slightly gross, and absolutely classic IDS.