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May 24, 2022

IDS #91 - I Feel Like It's a Waste of Cake

On this week's episode Mike and Darin discuss losing parts of their bodies. Plus... at home comedy specials, surviving a zombie apocalypse, Adam Sandler movies, The Police, a very important tip if you're trying to sell your home and... is it cake? Check us out on Newsly here --> https://newsly.me and use the promo code 1RR1TABLEDAD You're not gonna want to miss a second of this episode! Support the Show.
May 17, 2022

IDS #90 - Karma Chameleon in the Wal-Mart

#drstrange #walmart #lakotaschoolboard #cincinnati #boygeorge #mountaindew In this week's episode, Darin talks a bit about Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness. Mike wore a Tool shirt to a church thing, and got shot in the - well, just listen! A quick report on the Lakota School Board meetings (yes, you read that correctly - we're talking School Board on a comedy show) Plus... Karma Chameleon in the Walmart, Flaming Hot Mt. Dew, This is Us, and the third installment in our series: So...
May 10, 2022

IDS #89 - I Want the Blower Whacker Combo

#texas #walmart #tednugent #cincinnati In this week's episode, Darin wants to talk to the Mayor of Pflugerville, Texas Super fans of the show want to vacation in Cincinnati and take the Irritable Dads out to dinner. Mike went to the polls and you won't believe who he voted for. Hint... he's from Canada! Plus... stuff you have to stop doing in Walmart, rules for getting a tattoo, people who dress up to mow the lawn and the second installment in our series: Songs that need to be retired. Chec...
May 3, 2022

IDS #88 - Pluto Gave Jupiter that Big Red Spot

#airwolf #voltron #knightrider #thenorthman #recordstoreday #RSD We welcome a new Patron, and talk 80's vehicle-based action shows! We introduce a new segment of "songs that need to be retired", and end up talking (too much) about planets! Also - Darin saw The Northman; and Mike went to Record Store Day (and cannot stand Fedoras). All this plus The Batman Trailer with Adam West, Top Gun, Starship, bacon, travel tips, and listener questions!! Check us out on Newsly here --> https://newsly.me ...
April 19, 2022

IDS #86 - It's Really Hard to Sex a Rabbit

#gilbertgottfried #eltonjohn #BenFoster Mike and Darin talk about the passing of Gilbert Gottfried. Mike and his wife went to see The Rocketman Elton John, and came back with a story or two. Darin went on another podcast, and the show nosedives in a good way when the duo start to talk movies. Finally - how DO you tell what sex a rabbit is? All this and more, on a very special episode! irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
April 12, 2022

IDS #85 - The Donut Nazi

This week, the boys discuss how so many people lost their minds not caring about the infamous slap Will Smith delivered to Chris Rock. Darin met the meanest woman in Florida, a dog named Kaboom and our newest patron... and put him to work! Mike has decided to start a lifestyle change, we have a brand new sponsor and Quacker gets an assist from one of the world's most popular movie stars to deal with this week's censorship duties All this plus a traumatic Disney World flashback and an emotiona...
April 5, 2022

IDS #84 - Dunkin Donuts Saved My Life

Mike just wants a bottle of water, and Darin steps into an Uber - and the 21st century. Mike does a dumb on Facebook, and Darin thinks people should walk how they drive. Also - Mike tells a story of ending a date over a U2 comment. All this and a ton (really) more!! Visit us at irritabledadsyndrome.com for more! Support the Show.
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 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 8, 2022

IDS #80 - The Chicken Wolf Moose Pig

This week the boys decide to call themselves Skunk and Gator and nobody has a clue why. The discussion includes Wordle strategies, radio station themed weekends, mashed potatoes, saving bottle caps, everything you need to know about cereal and much, much more. All this plus Dave is back from a week off! You don't want to miss this episode!! 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. 22, 2022

IDS #78 - Banjos and Crack Pipes (w/ Kevin Ruppert)

Special Guest: Comedian Kevin Ruppert joins us during the show! We talk the Superbowl, Comedy How at Billy's Burgers, Paradise Key Cafe, and monkeys flying into space! Also, Wal-Mart conveyors will straight-up rob you! And tons more! Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
Guest: Kevin Ruppert
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.
Jan. 25, 2022

IDS #74 - The Finger of Power

COVID! Leaving WLWT Who Dey! Meat Loaf and Louie Anderson Nate Bargatze The Finger of Power Cameron's PlayDate from Hell Wet Towels All this and more in the latest episode!! Check us out at: irritabledadsyndrome.com Support the Show.
Jan. 11, 2022

IDS #72 - We Put the Fun in Funeral

Darin's calling in on the show from quarantine due to COVID! Mike tells about an unexpected funeral as well as an unexpected confrontation with "the pancake lady". Darin has fun listening to chairs at the movies and tells about his recent stress dreams. Oh - did we mention we saw Spiderman - No Way Home? Also, a Target Story of the Week that gives Quacker a work-out - as well as a Kroger Story of the Week! Finally - Figgy bit a penis. All this and more on this week's Irritable Dad Syndrome! Su...
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...
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...
Nov. 23, 2021

IDS #65 - Zelda the Chick Elf

Mike should be fired from the show, and the controversy surrounding Big Blankets. Best in Show vs. Best in Doge. Hang out with the dads while they (try to) review The Eternals. Mike's wife ruined dinner by eating a raw tomato. Darin's kid kicked ass in a play! All this and MORE!! Check out the rest of our episodes at irritabledadsyndrome.com Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/irritabledadsyndrome) Support the Show.
Nov. 16, 2021

IDS #64 - Just the Right Amount of Shabby

After decades of waiting, Mike and Darin FINALLY review a movie from the 90's - Waiting for Guffman (and, of course, end up talking about other Christopher Guest movies along the way). Also - Darin tries to buy an axe, the entirety of his neighborhood attacks his tree, and he ticks off a cop! Also, Darin's wife made a splint, there's new Wompers stuff on our site, and Mike and Darin are in awe of the fact that they haven't seen Eternals yet! All this and MORE!! Check out the rest of our episod...
Nov. 9, 2021

IDS #63 - A Cat Walking a Pig on a Leash

The Cleveland trip!! Featuring Gojira, Star Wars, Muppets, Mr. Zubs, Alien Weaponry, Knocked Loose, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! Plus - a tale of consuming contact lenses, and a Halloween party with a special gift for Mike! Finally - Wompers merch is available! OMG! All this and MORE!! Check out the rest of our episodes at irritabledadsyndrome.com Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/irritabledadsyndrome) Support the Show.
Nov. 2, 2021

IDS #62 - Paul Dune's Mamaw

Mike taught his kid a thing! We talk DUNE!!!! Also, what's up with the previews being all stabby right before a PG-13 space movie? Nose breathers in the theater, and Mike refuses to let a little thing like a traffic accident get in between him and The Hobbit. Mike's getting into KISS - and Darin talks about Peachoween. Yet another group screws up Darin's name - and Darin's coworker can't seem to get it together for Breaking Bad. All this and MORE- on an extra special (and long) IDS!!! Check ou...
Oct. 26, 2021

IDS #61 - Why Is Our Stepdad Carrying This Shield?

This week on IDS - Carol (from finance) is doomed unless you help! OSU band did an awesome tribute to RUSH! We've got a new product to sponsor on the show - and it's.....well. Hmm. Water aerobics almost killed Darin, plus a visit Scrubs and Beyond! Darin's on a Halloween Special (in Dayton) - and his Alexa is possessed! Random observations (including the return of Breaking Bad to the show!) All this and MORE- on an extra special (and long) IDS!!! Check out the rest of our episodes at irritable...