Episodes
April 21, 2023
IDS #141 - Butter, Puppets, and Toast (w/ Heywood Banks)
#HEYWOODBANKS #TOAST #BIGBUTTERJESUS #BOBANDTOM Legendary comedian Heywood Banks talks to Mike and Darin about the inspiration behind Toast, Big Butter Jesus and several other classic comedy songs! Talking to him was a thrill and a delight. We really hope you enjoy this episode. All audio clips and original songs were used with permission by Heywood Banks. Support the Show.
April 18, 2023
IDS #140 - You Don't Want to Mess With Kenny
#YELLOWSTONE #THEWIRE #SUPERMARIOBROTHERS #THIRDEYEBLIND On this glorious episode, the boys discuss once again how Darin is losing his mind. Yup... he forgot to take his kid to yet another doctor appointment. Plus the Super Mario Brothers movie, Yellowstone, The Wire and a local record store whose employees really don't understand how to sell music. Listen this episode or something terrible will happen to your neighbor's cat. Support the Show.
April 13, 2023
IDS #139 - Keeping Up with the Carcinogens
On this week's episode, find out how you can win some free merch with our new logo! Plus, Mike and Darin go to church together, a review of the Dungeons and Dragons movie, two Kroger stories of the week, and Darin got a senior citizens discount because he looks so damn old. This episode is fun sized for people with short attention spans so there's no excuse for not listening to it! #KROGER #DUNGEONSANDDRAGONS #WALGREENS #REECES Support the Show.
April 11, 2023
IDS #138 - Are You Able to Learn?
On this week's show, Darin's son broke his wrist, Mike joined a nerd computer game facebook group, the 5/2 rule for mowing your lawn, an update on the bag of dog poop in Mike's tree and Darin wore 2 different deodorants at the same time. Plus, we plug a couple of other podcasts where we're making guest appearances. Have you ever wondered what happens when we run out of things to talk about? Well, all your questions will be answered this week! #COCAINEBEAR #FORRESTGUMP #RAINMAN #ULTIMADRAGONS #...
April 6, 2023
IDS #137 - Wheel of Cheese (w/ Mike Chisholm)
This episode has twice the Mike for the same low price. Mike Chisholm from The Letterman Podcast sits in with Mike and Darin to review the Disney+ special with Bono, The Edge and David Letterman. Please listen to this episode or you will hurt our feelings. #BONO #THE EDGE #LETTERMAN #U2 #DISNEY+ Support the Show.
April 4, 2023
IDS #136 - Hello...This is Sprinkles
This week, Mike and Darin were both victims of mistaken identity. Plus, Mike reviews John Wick 4, Darin had a crazy cruise vacation and Mike tells you how he stepped up and acted like a man at a They Might be Giants concert. If you miss this episode you should go and get your head checked. #JOHNWICK #CARNIVALCRUISE #THEYMIGHTBEGIANTS #CHICKFILA Support the Show.
March 28, 2023
IDS #135 - Kenny Reeves Has the Parvo - Rejiggered
The boys are off this week, so your old buddy Dave Lay gets to host the show! Actually, he just brings you an encore presentation of a fantastic classic episode. Stay tuned to the end, there's a surprise after the credits! We got a donation! Darin unintentionally upsets people, and is facing the prospect of finally returning to the office. We discuss the #Saw series (kind of) and somehow end up talking about #Tenet and Christopher Nolan movies. Some great questions from our listeners, and rando...
March 23, 2023
IDS #134A - BONUS - You Take That Back!
Sometimes we start the show before we start the show. This segment was so good we had to release it separately. Mike and Darin just about throw hands discussing John Wick, MASH, Indiana Jones and other fun topics to help them find some common ground. #JOHNWICK #U2 #MASH #INDIANAJONES Support the Show.
March 21, 2023
IDS #134 - Cocaine Turtle
So what's your favorite color of album to listen to? This week the boys go into great depth on that subject plus other animals hooked on cocaine, Darin's incredible computer problems, the season finale of Last of Us, and what to do when your rabbit starts to hump things. Oh boy this is a good un! #U2 #songsofsurrender #rabbits #humping #lastofus #cocainecat Support the Show.
March 14, 2023
IDS #133 - He Likes to Bring the Donkey in the House
On this week's show, the boys talk about The Banshees of Inisherin, moustaches, Yellowstone, and 1923. Plus! Mike pissed off the U2 Facebook group (well, one person in the U2 group), and the KroBar closes too early! If you miss this episode, we'll call the authorities. #u2 #bansheesofinisherin #yellowstone #1923 Support the Show.
March 7, 2023
IDS #132 - Larry: The Emotional Support Seeing Eye Dragon
On this week's show, the boys talk about how much Mike hates Apple, the word "thrice" is stupid, Darin may have pissed off one of David Letterman's writers, fidget cubes, rubber chickens getting married and Larry the emotional support seeing eye dragon. This episode is so dent! Listen to it with someone you love! #dragon #davidletterman #apple #thrice #dent Support the Show.
Feb. 28, 2023
IDS #131 - Volcanoes and Cheeseburgers
This week the boys welcome everybody tuning in on Dayton Public Access TV! They talk about Mike's dog who's lovable but really not that smart and Darin is uncomfortable because his wife has a lot of...,..questions. Dave Lay has this week's winning numbers, and everything you need to know about The Terminator, Ant-Man, our favorite Coen Brothers films and people who drink the milk after they eat cereal. If you miss this show you'll regret it for the rest of your life. Oh and for the record... th...
Feb. 21, 2023
IDS #130 - What's the Deal With This Ball Tour?
Darin and Mike dive straight into the issues that matter - namely, the recently announced U2 "Ball Tour", Marvel, and "The Last of Us". They finally cover the Superbowl - you know, that thing that was finished a couple of weeks ago. Also, remote farting over the internet, the slow death of superhero movies, Burt Reynolds, and more! If you miss this episode, you're a terrible person. #u2 #achtungbaby #pedropascal #thelastofus #superbowl #marvel Support the Show.
Feb. 14, 2023
IDS #129 - They're Holding My Ham Hostage
On this week's show, the boys talk about the awesome Breaking Bad Super Bowl commercial, Mike's dog who won't listen, forgetting people's names, stupid characters in the Hunger Games, and a Cracker Barrel story you'll be telling your grandchildren. Plus Darin interviewed the guitarist for Kansas, and this podcast is soon going on the TV! Don't miss any of the juicy details, this week on Irritable Dad Syndrome!! #BREAKINGBAD #POPCORNERS #HUNGERGAMES #CRACKERBARREL #KROGER #KANSAS Support the ...
Feb. 7, 2023
IDS #128 - You Gotta Beat Your Chicken
On this week's episode, Mike thought he was over the effects of steroids but was sorely mistaken as this show slowly goes further and further into madness. The boys talk about Cindy Williams, Cottonelle bath tissue, people who say "don't worry about it", The Kansas City Chiefs, sloppy sandwiches and Darin's latest attempt at stand up comedy. Wow... they'll let anybody have a podcast and this episode is proof! #BENGALS #CHIEFS #LAVERNEANDSHIRLEY #CINDYWILLIAMS #BARBECUE #PHILLYCHEESESTEAK #ROC...
Jan. 31, 2023
IDS #127 - Hippos Want to Kill You
OK kids, put on your seatbelt and hang on tight. Your Uncle Mike is on steroids and can't control the thoughts in his head or words that come out of his mouth The boys talk about a fugitive on the loose, the alligator and crocodile conspiracy theory, sexy M&M characters, blood thirsty hippos and why some people have to touch a doorknob after they fart. Also, our announcer will debut a new segment "Arts and Crafts with Dave." This just might be our best episode ever! #M&M #HIPPO #U2 #LETTERMA...
Jan. 24, 2023
IDS #126 - It Sounds Better With the Lights Off
On this week's episode the boys are out of their minds excited because David Letterman and U2 are joining forces! Plus they talk about #LouisCK, The Last of Us, using the women's bathroom at Taco Bell, a forbidden picture of Noel Gallagher and so much more. Did we mention bloopers? This episode has more out-takes than you can shake a stick at. Whatever the hell that means. This episode is truly one for the record books. Enjoy! #LOUISCK #BREAKINGBAD #LASTOFUS #TACOBELL #CINNAMONTOASTCRUNCH #N...
Jan. 17, 2023
IDS #125 - Sugar Gliders Juggling Balls (w/ Kevin Ruppert)
Comedian Kevin Ruppert returns to the show! Join the boys as they talk about the highs and lows of stand up comedy, The Lord of the Rings, stealing from the Dollar General Store and what happens when sugargliders get in your pants. #kevinruppert #lordoftherings #sugargliders Listen to this podcast... then rewind it and listen to it again Support the Show.
Jan. 10, 2023
IDS #124 - We Don't Throw Jesus in the House
The epic return of IDS - with the first episode recorded in 2023! This one is all over the place with births, tossed religious icons, #Avatar, #TheWhale, and #breakingbad comes up yet again! Also, Darin learns a new card game from his kid - and much, much more! DO NOT miss this episode!! Support the Show.
Jan. 3, 2023
IDS #123 - The Orcs Were Finding Themselves
Happy New Year! The first episode of Season Four kicks off with a special look by Mike and Darin - and quickly moves on to fun with Kroger and random TikTok/Instagram stars! Mike and Darin talk Rings of Power, The Dark Tower, U2, and people who can't take a joke in Season Four's Kick-off Episode Extravaganza!! All this an more on an episode you literally cannot afford to miss! #ringsofpower #thedarktower #u2 #lordoftherings Support the Show.
Dec. 27, 2022
IDS #122 - Cicadas Bangin' on the Internet - Rejiggered
Hear what went on behind the scenes on making this Benny Hill promo!! Also, special guests Megan Mitchell, Mike Chisholm and Adam Nedeff help us end the year in style! It's like a repeat, but done penultimately (with new stuff, too!) Thank you to everyone for an amazing year - we look forward to creating more content in 2023!! Support the Show.
Dec. 20, 2022
IDS #121 - Thou Shalt Not Use Kelvin
Welcome to the Irritable Dad Syndrome Christmas Holiday Special! This week, the boys talk about Daryl Hall, Indiana Jones, Cocaine Bear, Airplane! and double cheeseburgers. Plus... for the first time ever in all of history...Mike explains why using Kelvin to measure the temperature is funny in a new segment called Mike's Science Corner. Stay until the end for a performance of one of the world's most beloved Christmas songs. If you miss this episode, you'll be haunted by the ghost of podcast p...
Dec. 13, 2022
IDS #120 - Goo Goo for Gaga (w/ Megan Mitchell)
#meganmitchell #tiktok #ladygaga On this week's episode, Cincinnati journalist and TikTok sensation Megan Mitchell sits down for an exclusive interview with the boys. OK it's not exclusive but it sounds better when we say that. Megan talks about cows, her career, the time she met Lady Gaga, Pop Tarts and so much more. If you don't listen to this episode a curse will fall on your family that will last for the next 5 generations. So think about that! Support the Show.
Dec. 6, 2022
IDS #119 - Pumpkin is the Gateway Pie
Darin discusses Black Adam and the Thanksgiving accident that sent him to the ER for stitches! #blackadam #pumpkinpie #andrewdiceclay Mike gets pissed at some guy trying to buy contact lens solution Plus famous actors with lazy eyes, favorite types of pie, making your own Spam and Mike's Science Corner! If you miss this episode, Santa Claus will never bring you a present again for as long as you live! Support the Show.