Episodes

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 ou...

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...

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 Ca...

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...

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 doub...

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...

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 mo...

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…

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...

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 sto…

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…

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 Re…

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 ba…

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 i…

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.

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.

Closing out the year, Mike and Darin explore smoked beers, nostalgia, pop culture, parenting realities, and the strange joy of end-of-year chaos. From craft beer confusion to Norm Macdonald tangents, it’s a loose, funny episode that perfectly captures the IDS vibe.

The holidays kick off with unforgettable Christmas stories, questionable traditions, wrapping-paper controversy, malfunctioning decorations, and the most unsettling breakfast table moment in show history. A warm, chaotic holiday episode filled with family memories and festive regret.

A roadside sign advertising deer urine sparks a deep dive into small-town oddities, road trips, and businesses that somehow survive on pure mystery. The conversation branches into customer service stories, pop culture, travel mishaps, and one fake sponsor that feels disturbingly real.

Thanksgiving fallout continues as Mike and Darin debate food loyalties, holiday travel, Black Friday chaos, and the deeply unsettling concept of someone who simply hates bacon. Along the way, there are road-trip stories, pop-culture tangents, and more food opinions than anyone asked for.

After realizing they forgot to wish listeners a Happy Thanksgiving, Mike and Darin attempt to fix it by completely misunderstanding the holiday. Expect wildly inaccurate history, Thanksgiving movies, appliance disasters, and the kind of domestic chaos that only happens right before recording.

Mike and Darin are left unsupervised, unprepared, and immediately dangerous. This episode spirals through movie opinions, retail chaos, losing a car, and the accidental creation of “Cricket and Tabbs,” a concept that absolutely did not need to exist. A classic free-form IDS conversation with zero g…