Irritable Dad Syndrome

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 pro...

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 I...

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 o...

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...

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 ba...

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...

Episode 300! In This Episode Celebrating Episode 300 of Irritable Dad Syndrome with Jason Durbin and Chris Michel. Iced Tea Debate Results How Do You Make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich Juggling and Jiggling Darin Rescued The U2 Propaganda Issue from War Torn Chicago The Pedway Darin Called Darlin' Florida Man Abducted By Dolphins Building an Underwater City Raising Girls The Matrix and Heat Chris...

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...

This week’s Irritable Dad Syndrome is a real barn burner. Episode 298 is a special collection of deleted stories, outtakes, and previously recorded segments that spiral from Weather Channel rants to dream anxiety about sketching Johnny Bench — and somehow land on “Hank the Sesame Street Bigot.” In this episode:  • Why every Weather Channel alert feels like the apocalypse  • A Mini Cooper powered e...

Did she get an iced tea… or didn’t she? In Episode 297 of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin turn a simple Skyline drive-thru question into a full-scale debate about grammar, possession, commerce, and the Founding Fathers. When a Skyline employee asks, “Did you get an iced tea?” , Mike insists the correct answer is YES (because payment was made). Darin argues the answer is NO (because there w...

Episode 296 of Irritable Dad Syndrome starts with cartoon controversy and ends with a full-blown household catastrophe. After apologizing to surprisingly passionate Voltron fans, Mike and Darin dive into: Super Bowl traditions and whether Monday should be a holiday Why halftime shows always make people mad Lip-sync debates and language backlash The insane production behind modern halftime performa...

Episode 295 of Irritable Dad Syndrome brings big changes and even bigger dad energy. The guys announce a retooling of Patreon with new tiers and bonus content on the way — then immediately get sidetracked into stories about coat-stealing spouses, snack obsessions, and grocery store friendships. This week includes:  • Darin’s accidental use of a word you’re not supposed to say (Patreon clip)  • Rem...

A snowstorm hits… and suddenly the Midwest decides eggs and sausage are the official currency of survival. In Episode 294 of Irritable Dad Syndrome , the dads break down the grocery store chaos, the tragedy of missing Bob Evans sausage, and the accidental discovery that Italian sausage might be elite breakfast casserole material. Then it’s peak dad mode as they talk about watching The Matrix , The...

Why do people get mad at meteorologists when it snows? Why do restaurants think potato chips are an acceptable substitute for fries? And did James Cameron just remake the same Avatar movie again? In Episode 293 of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin go off on weather forecast complainers, recipe websites that never list ingredients, drive-thru ordering disasters, and the mystery of Florida sto...

In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , the comedy podcast about dads, parenting, pop culture, and confidently bad opinions, Mike and Darin once again prove there are no guardrails. The conversation somehow starts with the disturbing question of whether anyone has ever seen a shaved raccoon and immediately escalates into much bigger concerns — including whether Mike would continue the podcast...

Everyone remembers Hills Department Store — but not accurately. In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin revisit childhood retail nostalgia, what Hills was actually like, and why people rewrite memories of the stores they grew up with. A trip down memory lane turns into a comedy-filled reality check. 👉 Dive into the chaos and subscribe for more weekly laughs from Irritable Dad S...

It’s the first episode of 2026, and Irritable Dad Syndrome starts the year exactly how you’d expect: arguing about food, bodily discomfort, and whether belts are a requirement for civilized society. Mike opens the show in an unusually good mood thanks to upgraded podcast gear and a stir-fry experiment that involved “finding the wetness.” From there, things spiral into accidental over-seasoning dis...

This is the final episode of 2025 , and instead of running a repeat, Irritable Dad Syndrome closes out the year with a brand-new compilation episode — introduced by Dave Lay , filling in while Mike and Darin take a brief holiday breather. From there, it’s classic IDS chaos. The episode kicks off with video game rage and Call of Duty ranked play, including why using a mic actually matters and how o...

Mike and Darin kick off the holiday season with a special Christmas episode hosted by Dave Lay , featuring brand-new holiday stories mixed with classic IDS Christmas moments from years past. The episode opens with one of Darin’s all-time great Christmas party stories — an overcrowded apartment, dangerously strong holiday punch, and a news director who went from politely declining the invite to lea...

Black Friday marketing has officially gone too far. Sometimes the funniest things in life are the ones you never actually stop to investigate — like a roadside business that proudly advertises Frank’s Deer Urine . In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin go deep into one of the strangest recurring sights from years of road trips: a hand-painted sign for Frank’s Deer Urine, includ...

Thanksgiving may be over, but Irritable Dad Syndrome is still arguing about it — and this time, the real controversy isn’t turkey… it’s bacon. In Episode 286, Mike and Darin recap their Thanksgiving adventures, including multiple family gatherings, questionable travel decisions, and one deeply unsettling revelation: a family member who claims to hate bacon . Not allergic to it. Not avoiding it. Ju...

This episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , the comedy podcast about dads and parenting chaos, centers on ambition, poor planning, and extremely low odds of success. Mike and Darin share stories about moments when optimism wildly outpaced reality — including parenting decisions, everyday problem-solving, and situations that hinged on hope rather than logic. The conversation highlights the universal d...

In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , the comedy podcast that thrives on long-running bits and ridiculous storytelling, Mike and Darin continue the ongoing saga of Crickett and Tabbs . What starts as a simple narrative quickly turns into an over-complicated, absurd adventure fueled by imagination, callbacks, and escalating nonsense. The guys lean fully into character comedy, building a story...

Moose look calm. Moose are not calm. In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin explain why moose are secretly terrifying, wildly unpredictable, and far more dangerous than their relaxed appearance suggests. What starts as an animal discussion quickly becomes a comedy-filled warning about underestimating nature. Special shout out to Walter Kim! #ComedyPodcast #AnimalStories #Wildli...

Some people squeeze toothpaste from the middle. Others crush bread like it owes them money. In this episode of Irritable Dad Syndrome , Mike and Darin debate everyday habits people defend far too passionately. It’s observational comedy at its pettiest — and most relatable. #ComedyPodcast #EverydayAnnoyances #ObservationalComedy #PetPeeves #HumanBehavior Support the show Thank you so much for liste...