Episodes

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...

Mike and Darin welcome guest J Ryan, who brings with him one of the wildest stories ever told on the show: how he ended up with David Letterman’s actual microphone from the Ed Sullivan Theater.The conversation covers Letterman history, late-night television, comedy writing, and the strange path…

In this episode, Mike and Darin confront an uncomfortable realization: they may have unknowingly borrowed a joke that wasn’t theirs. What follows is a surprisingly honest and funny discussion about comedy, originality, and how bits can sneak into your brain without permission.The guys talk abou…

Mike and Darin rant about music lyrics, corporate decision-making, and how marketing departments continue to invent words that absolutely don’t need to exist. From Old Navy rewards programs to brand loyalty that borders on cult behavior, nothing is safe.They also share stories from past jobs, q…

Music debates take center stage as Mike and Darin argue about Metallica albums, band T-shirts, and whether people wearing them actually know the music. From Ride the Lightning to Master of Puppets, no opinion goes unchallenged.The episode also includes Easter candy excess, Peeps hangovers, and …

Mike and Darin tackle one of life’s greatest mysteries: what actually happens inside a TJ Maxx. From questionable clothing purchases to retail behavior that makes absolutely no sense, this episode leans hard into everyday absurdity.They also talk about Record Store Day, extended warranties, and…

This episode kicks off with a serious moment as Mike and Darin talk about a friend who survived a major car accident—and immediately pivot into imagining a future where he now has a “vibranium ankle.”From there, the conversation spirals into debates about Conway Twitty, whether non-country fans…

Mike and Darin celebrate a milestone episode by doing what they do best: breaking their own rules just enough to make it funny. The conversation ranges from Ghostbusters to religion, politics (barely), and the solar eclipse that turned Ohio into a temporary tourist attraction.The guys talk abou…

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...

In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome, Mike and Darin are both in a mood—which usually means things are about to get entertaining. The guys vent about LinkedIn, questionable workplace behavior, and the strange ways adults manage to overcomplicate simple things.They also dive into music nost…

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...

In the latest episode this week, Mike experienced a memorable senior moment at Kroger while Darin encountered an intriguing personality at the Nate Bargatze's concert. Additionally, the duo dives deep into the Young Guns 1 an...