Episodes

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 using on...

Why does every family have a "Timmy Wayne"? Why does Darin own 500 plastic spoons? And why are Rush fans arguing about one of the best drummers on the planet? This week, the guys discuss recording two episodes in one night, the mysterious art of podcast editing, Rush's new drummer Annika, an unexpected last-minute percussion gig, Record Store Day finds, Jim Steinman songs being used in bug spray commercials, Charlie's never-ending scooter negotiations, the legend of Timmy Wayne, Lost frustrat...

This week on Irritable Dad Syndrome, the guys remind everyone to get their skin checked—and don't forget to get your ass checked too. Mike and Darin discuss a high school graduation where just about everything that could go wrong did go wrong, Darin's adventures meeting groovy people in Indianapolis, and the mystery of why Collective Soul never became even bigger than they were. Also this week: a brand-new Dave Lay Heating and Cooling commercial, Mike's fascination with The Backrooms, why Peg...

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 clipHeart Doctor - n...

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 into compl...

Episode 309 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features museum adventures, concert talk, podcast chaos, and stories that somehow become more ridiculous with every turn. This week includes: Bess went to a Penis Museum in Greece A really inappropriate dog story More talk about turtles having sex with inanimate objects A highly censored clip about a beaver website Libby is smart, especially when it comes to warming up bread Chicken salad with crack in it Mike's mileage game in his new car Best of clip from ...

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 Chick-fil-A...

Episode 307 of Irritable Dad Syndrome dives into the unexpected viral success of an old episode, advertiser tension from last week, and the everyday chaos that somehow turns into great stories. Mike and Darin try to figure out why Episode 18 suddenly exploded in popularity while also explaining what happened behind the scenes with advertisers—and how they managed to smooth things over. 🔥 In This Episode We don't know why... but Episode 18 has exploded in popularity... what's the deal with that? ...

Irritable Dad Syndrome had a hilarious conversation with Steve Young. No… not the hall of fame NFL quarterback… the other one. Steve Young from the 49ers isn’t this funny. Anyway, here’s a Top 10 List of topics on this week's episode 10. Photos of chewed gum on a window ledge 9. Underpants for Wookies 8. Playing the imaginary tuba 7. The Moose and the Gentle Alternative 6. Musical theatre productions about diesel engines and bathroom design 5. Fork Lifts and Pallet Jacks 4. The two-headed turkey...

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame finally got some things right, Darin apologizes to Rush fans (sort of), Mike joins an oatmeal subscription cult, and someone got engaged at Buc-ee's. Also - Little Debbie Banana Pudding Snack Cakes, Kroger stories, and Mike witnessing a suspicious key hidden in a wheel well like he was living inside Breaking Bad. And, of course: bloopers, nonsense, and classic IDS chaos. Listen now at IrritableDadSyndrome.com #ComedyPodcast #RockHall #BillyIdol #Rush #WeirdAl #Oats...

In Episode 304 of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin bring the chaos with a story that starts at Easter dinner and spirals into one of the funniest moments in show history. Let’s just say… it wasn’t who you’d expect. But that’s just the beginning. The guys revisit the legacy of Right Said Fred, debate whether a houseguest has secret beef with Darin, and absolutely torch Blade Runner in one of their most honest movie reviews yet. Meanwhile: Krispy Kreme commits the ultimate betrayal (RIP lem...

Episode 303 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features April Fool’s Day chaos, a trip to Chicago to pick up a new car, and an unforgettable Uber ride with a driver named Peter. Along the way, Mike and Darin share stories about a double date at a Lord of the Rings candlelight concert, restaurant mishaps, senior moments, and why some people seem to know way too much about knots. The episode also dives into pop culture with thoughts on Project Hail Mary , music talk about Keith Urban and Rush, and a comple...

Episode 302 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features the end of an era as Mike’s Kia finally dies—along with a series of everyday dad problems that spiral into comedy gold. From dealing with a broken car and buying a new one online to discovering that even thieves don’t want the old Kia, the dads share stories that perfectly capture the chaos of real life. The episode also includes: Movie sequels so bad they ruin the original A revisit of the classic thriller Misery Confusing TikTok trends that refuse...

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 o...

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 apprec...

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.

In Episode 297 of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin debate the grammatical difference between “Did you get an iced tea?” and “Did you get your iced tea?”—and somehow turn it into a full-blown family controversy. Along the way, they address an accidental on-air F-bomb, Spotify chaos, gym memory lapses, YouTube’s surprise EP drop, Alexa’s attitude problem, and a frozen cottage cheese “Reese’s Cup” recipe that may or may not taste like opossum.Comedy, confusion, Cincinnati chaos—and a Patreon poll to settle the iced tea debate once and for all.

In Episode 296 of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin dive into Super Bowl debates, halftime show controversies, and cartoon nostalgia — before a dead chest freezer turns their basement into a turkey-scented crime scene.From Voltron apologies to movie recommendations (Mercy, Solo Mio, The Revenant), everything is normal… until multiple thawing turkeys unleash chaos, leaking “turkey juice” and triggering an emergency cleanup mission.Pop culture, dad life, and one unforgettable household disaster collide in this hilariously gross episode.

In Episode 295 of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin (two Midwest dads) share hilarious dad life stories about parenting, marriage, grocery store chaos, and movie debates that spiral beautifully out of control.This week includes a retooling announcement for Patreon, a 26-year winter coat battle, a quest to find banana pudding cream pies at Kroger, rare vinyl discoveries, and classic arguments over Tarantino films and 80s nostalgia. It’s everyday dad humor, pop culture commentary, and relatable life stories — exactly what you expect from 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 meteorologists from snow forecast complainers, demand national tater tot rights, rage at recipe websites, and question why Avatar keeps remaking the same movie. Also: Florida storms, wet giraffes, and fast-food order chaos.

A bizarre story sparks an episode full of strange encounters, uncomfortable memories, and the kind of storytelling that only works when you commit fully. Expect unexpected turns, strong opinions, and classic Irritable Dad Syndrome escalation.

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.