Episodes

Send us a Text Message. Previously available only to Patrons - we've (re)jiggered this classic Bonus Episode for all to enjoy! Join the boys as they discuss how Rocky 4 is really a musical, the man who fell asleep during a jo...

Join Mike and Darin on this special episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome as they review the Hootie & the Blowfish and Collective Soul concert! 🔥 Plus, don't miss the heated debate: Should walnuts be in brownies? Also featuring c...

This week's episode is a must-listen! 🔹 Mike dives into a brand-new soap with a surprising scent. 🔸 Who's the sexiest hobbit? 🤔 🔹 A viewer says our censorship kills the comedy—plus, Mike let his son watch a Tarantino film! 🎬 ...

For the first time ever, Mike and Darin are dropping legit parenting tips for raising kids in today's tech-savvy world! 🤯 Plus, we dive into epic yard sale fails and why mosh pits are a total nightmare! 😂 Don't miss this epis...

🚗🏁 This week on our show: Darin heads to Indianapolis and meets EVERY Indy 500 fan... Mike talks about a potential cure for stupidity... and we debate when it's okay to poop in a tube! 😂 This episode is so good, you'll wanna ...

In this week's episode, Darin had his first-ever encounter with a major fan of the show in the wild! Additionally, he and his wife Libby are considering a career in professional grocery bagging. Mike made the choice to let hi...

Send us a Text Message. This week, we're thrilled to be joined by the charming and entertaining host of Late Night Playset, J Ryan! J shares one of the wildest stories ever about a night alone in the Ed Sullivan Theater—trust...

Kicking off this week's episode with a heartfelt apology to the awesome folks at the Bob and Tom show! Tune in as we chat about the Pop Tart movie, Darin’s take on watching Pulp Fiction with his kid, our favorite Atari 2600 g...

Last week, our boys went on a tangent, so they decided to weave all the extra content into this episode. They chat about songs that aren't quite what they seem… featuring tunes from The Police, U2, John Mellencamp, Bruce Spri...

This week on Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin delve into the fascinating world of Metallica, examining not only their personal knowledge, but also addressing the tendency of some to condescend to those less informed. We...

On this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Darin's Mom did something that just might get her banned at TJ Maxx! Plus, Mike became a local hero during his visit to Record Store Day. We also talk about extended warranties, chin...

Mike bought a new car and boy howdy, things sure have changed since the last time he did that! Plus... is it a good idea to watch Pulp Fiction with your kid? Darin found out after watching it with his son. And Mike might have...

Send us a Text Message. For our 200th episode, Dave Lay joins us in the studio! Mike shares a hilarious story about reading the bible and Darin tells how he almost lost an eye while fishing. Plus, the guys talk about Ghostbus...

On this week's episode, was Darin reading an adult novel in the airport? Plus, Mike goes deep in conversation about why bananas don't taste like they're actually supposed to. And Darin finally saw John Wick 4. You don't want ...

On this week's episode, the boys talk about legendary actor, M. Emmett Walsh, who NPR described as "Ham-Faced." Why would they do that? Plus, can somebody explain why Mike's KIA is acting all screwy? and Darin let his family ...

On this week's episode, the boys really want Ryan Gosling to be on the podcast and will do whatever it takes to get him as a guest! Also, did Darin's family try to lose him at the movie theater? Hear the story and you be the ...

OK here's what you need to know about this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome Mike sounds exactly like the sandworms in Dune: Part Two Darin loves the AMC customer service bot There's a website about bent carrots and it's not ...

Darin just made it to the Guinness World Records! Let's unpack that. Also, we're chatting about Dune Part 2, Moby Dick, Dr. Pepper flavored Peeps, and a shop stocked with more than 40,000 holsters! You're in for a treat with ...

Mike shares a throwback tale about a neighborhood cake shop that had to improvise when they ran out of an ingredient. The result? The most epic birthday cake ever! Enjoy this Thursday Bonus Episode! #ThrowbackThursday #Sanfor...

Catan has taken over Darin's house and it's causing some serious family feuds! Ever wondered the right way to hold a potato? Yeah, us too. Darin spills about another cringe-worthy standup comedy experience while Mike dares to...

On this week's episode, Mike went back to Las Vegas to see his favorite band again and all kinds of crap went wrong!. Darin says "Yeah" a whole lot. We shouldn't sell ourselves short... it's still a really good episode. #U2 #...

Get ready for a real treat this week on our podcast! Mike and Darin are thrilled to welcome Craig Augenstein, the producer behind Vibraflux's latest album! New to Vibraflux? They're a group of talented young musicians who sta...

Right off the top... this episode is legendary! Longtime fan of the show, Jim Timmerman sends us the Chick-Fil-A story of the week and it's a doozie! Plus, Mike tells the story about the time his &^% flew off and tries his ve...

Catch the latest episode where Darin faces off with a garage mouse - spoiler alert: It doesn't go as planned. 🐭 Also, who can explain the kids wearing shorts in winter trend? ❄️🩳 Mike's dropping a bombshell of an idea... Rage...