Dave Jackson

Building a Better Dave

Society EN ↓ 255 episodes

A funny look at relationships, marriage, divorce, love, sex, life, dating advice, and the weird thoughts that pop into Dave's head when he is sleep deprived. Guaranteed to make you laugh, cry, think, or groan. Life is too important to be taken seriously

Author

Dave Jackson

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.betterdave.com

Latest episode

Dec 12, 2025

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Episodes

I Miss Talent 23.05.2014

Today I talk about the train wreck that was American Idol 13.

What My Mother Meant To Me 11.05.2014

When I was 24, my mother passed away from her second (well technically third) heart attack. It was April 27, 1989. It had been 6 years since she had passed. As someone who talks in public for a living (teaching technology) it didn't seem like a stretch to take two of my passions (teaching and God) and put them together. At least that's what the Pastor's assistant thought when she asked me to sub f...

Do We Have to Become Our Parents? 21.02.2014

Today I talk about turning 49, and making the same mistakes our parents made. The website is www.betterdave.com

Taming the Tongue 17.01.2014

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Greedy Santa 23.12.2013

I was very surprised when I went to the mall and saw there was no line to sit with Santa. Santa looked pretty good (probably an out of work financial consultant), and I thought "Let's get our picture taken." It would be interesting to see how things have changed since you sat on his lap and had a polaroid taken. We asked, not the elf, but some college kid (or Santa has put into place "business cas...

THANKSGETTING 14.12.2013

Today Dave talks about the disgust that Dave is feeling based on the current holiday season

Noting Personal 28.09.2013

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A Tribute to Dudley 30.08.2013

Today I talk about putting me dog to sleep. The behind the scenes story. FUN!

I Got Shacked 10.08.2013

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30 Year High School Reunion 06.08.2013

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Charles Ramsey For Mayor 10.05.2013

First things first. I am NOT taking light the horrible situation these women went through. What I'm pointing out is the media, and asking the question, "Do they help create these monsters?" Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus, Michelle Knight are free. Praise God. On the other hand, I commend Charles Ramsey for doing the right thing. He now has t-shirts, and a lot of attention. It should be interested to s...

Maing Bacon 12.04.2013

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Bathroom Humor with Coy Mathis 02.03.2013

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The Prelude 18.01.2013

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The Last Semester 14.01.2013

Today I talk about how the University of Akron has no clue about customer service, how my ethics class is a bunch of crap.

Zombies in Vegas 14.01.2013

Today I talk about my trip to Vegas

Can You Guess Where I Am? 21.12.2012

Today we have a short show where I am motivated by the fillings being rattled out of my jaw because of loud music at a restauarant to record a podcast. Our website is betterdave.com

Deafening Silence 21.12.2012

Today I talk about a new twist the justice department through into the mix - a restraining order. I had no contact with my wife for weeks.

Through His Stripes 21.12.2012

Today I talk about my night in jail. Whatever you do, do what you have to do to stay on this side of the bars.

Courage & Stupidity 21.12.2012

Today I talk about moving out of my house after some serious arguing gets out of control. I contemplate what is the difference between courage and stupidity. Music links at betterdave.com

The Ripple Effect 21.12.2012

Today I wrap up my discussion of 2010. Time to look forward. Thank you all for listening.

Every Day Should Be Mother's Day 20.12.2012

Today I talk about not blowing off Mothers Day, and how shields can't always protect you. Our website is betterdave.com

Whacky Bible Stories I Samson and Delilah 20.12.2012

Today I share some confusion that I felt after reading some scripture in Judges 13-16. Our website is betterdave.com

Put Up or Shut Up - Getting Weird 20.12.2012

Today I talk about Forgiveness, and strange circumstances that lead me to believe God wants me to work on my marriage. Our website is betterdave.com

YOU'RE AWFUL - YOU'RE HIRED 20.12.2012

Today I talk about moving home, Health Care, and Honey Boo Boo. Our website is betterdave.com

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