Dustin Nickerson

Don't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa Nickerson

Kids EN ↓ 430 episodes

Family, relationships, and comedy are the things that tie us all together. Hosts Dustin and Melissa Nickerson bring us in to have a laugh about it all. Each week they dive into the funny realities of parenting, marriage, childhood, siblings, and so much more. It's funny, and a little a bit serious. The best way to handle family.

Author

Dustin Nickerson

Category

Kids

Podcast website

audioboom.com

Latest episode

Jun 4, 2026

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Episodes

81: Emotional Noogies with Taylor Tomlinson 03.03.2020

Front Seat Hall of Famer, comedian, podcaster, and all-around good human, Taylor Tomlinson, joins Dustin to discuss sibling dynamics, (not) grooming on the road and wanting to be with a stay-at-home dad...but only if he really doesn't want to be one.   Do yourself a favor and watch Taylor's BRAND NEW standup special, Quarter-Life Crisis , available only on Netflix. Your support for her means the w...

80: Straight out of Tulare with Johnny Sanchez 25.02.2020

Comedian and actor, Johnny Sanchez, hops in the front seat to discuss the challenges of performing in front of military crowds, dreams of being on SNL and realities of being on Mad TV.  Check out some of Johnny's standup here .  Our Patreon page is LIVE! Head to Patreon.com/DontMakeMeComeBackThere for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.  Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call...

79: Divorce CAN Be Chill with Andrew Orolfo 18.02.2020

Comedian Andrew Orolfo hops in the front seat to talk about the chillest divorce a kid has ever gone through, connecting with half-siblings and not having answers for your kids' hard questions. Check out Andrew's Late Late Show set here . Our Patreon page is LIVE! Head to Patreon.com/DontMakeMeComeBackThere for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.  Want to be a part of next weeks...

78: We Probably Won't Be Able to Do This Next Year with Elyse Fitzpatrick 11.02.2020

Author and podcaster, Elyse Fitzpatrick, hops in the front seat to talk about pessimism, hope and keeping your kids away from those people handing out cards on the Las Vegas Strip.  Check out Elyse's books here and the fantastic podcast she does with fellow Front Seater, Jessica Thompson, Front Porch with the Fitzes . Our Patreon page is LIVE! Head to Patreon.com/DontMakeMeComeBackThere for exclus...

77: Live from Room 1627! with Dennis Regan 04.02.2020

The hilarious Dennis Regan hops in the front seat to discuss the pressures of social media, navigating life in a family with eight kids and siblings who abuse the family group chat. Check out Dennis' YouTube series here . Our Patreon page is LIVE! Head to Patreon.com/DontMakeMeComeBackThere for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.  Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call 619-29...

76: Taking the Offramp with Bob Goff 28.01.2020

New York Times bestselling author and motivational speaker, Bob Goff, hops in the front seat to discuss pulling the emergency brake while someone else is driving, how to live a note-worthy life and how to 'read the room'.  Check out Bob's latest releases and merchandise here . Our Patreon page is LIVE! Head to Patreon.com/DontMakeMeComeBackThere for exclusive bonus content and to help support the...

75: Don't Make Me Foos Back There with Kelsey Cook 21.01.2020

Comedian, co-host of the Selfhelpless Podcast , and (no kidding) champion foosball player, Kelsey Cook, stops by to talk about setting expectations for a crowd, Thanksgivings in Vegas and growing up in a family built around foosball.  Check out Kelsey on Instagram ( @KelseyCookComedy ), on Twitter ( @KelseyCook ) and in her fantastic YouTube series, Wrists of Fury . Want to be a part of next weeks...

74: Divorce from the Dad's Perspective with Mike Merryfield 14.01.2020

This week, comedian Mike Merryfield hops in the front seat to discuss divorce from the dad's perspective, the trouble with being your own lawyer and why it's important to shield your kids from all the drama.  Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call 619-292-8787 or email dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com for terrible parenting advice. Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with...

73: Getting Deep with Dov Davidoff 07.01.2020

Comedian, actor and author, Dov Davidoff (@dovdavidoff), hops in the front seat for a deep conversation on dealing with social anxiety, dealing with tough questions from kids and the nature of complaining. Plus, terrible parenting advice for dealing with a kid who thinks he's too good for public restrooms.  Check out Dov's FANTASTIC Late Show set here: https://youtu.be/5DazTOJAJlI Want to be a par...

72: Listener Holiday Stories 3: Tony Ravioli 31.12.2019

In the finale of our listener holiday story series, Dustin and a VERY sick Producer Steven bring you tales of reckless parenting decisions regarding kids on an ATV, boring parenting decisions regarding kids on a trampoline, a sister who's still bossing her family around from across the country and more! Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call 619-292-8787 or email dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail....

71: Listener Holiday Stories 2: Breast Milk Nightmare 24.12.2019

Our listener stories series continues with tales of breast milk, gifts that never came and a Christmas surprise no one wanted... Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call 619-292-8787 or email dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and tell us your best (aka WORST) New Year's Eve stories. Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backsea...

70: Listener Holiday Stories 1: Kim Scrooge 17.12.2019

We start our first of three episodes where YOU, the listeners, are the stars! Today, we have stories about great boyfriends who got banned from family Christmas, terrible boyfriends who SHOULD have gotten banned and whatever the heck a Christmas cantata is... Want to be a part of next weeks show? Call 619-292-8787 or email dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and tell us your best (aka WORST) holiday...

69: On the Road Again with Tim Hawkins 10.12.2019

Comedian, musician and Dustin's comedy dad, Tim Hawkins, jumps back in the front seat to discuss Hallmark movies, the stresses working the road can put on a family...and using deodorant again after 15 years.  NEW SPONSOR ALERT: Seeds of Love Bracelets are a daily reminder to embrace love and sow it everywhere you go. Use promo code 'dontmakeme' at seedsoflovebracelets.com to get 10% off your entir...

68: KevOnPod with KevOnStage 03.12.2019

Comedian, author and internet sensation, KevOnStage, hops in the front seat with Dustin to talk birthdays, Chuck E. Cheese's and lying to your Uber driver.  NEW SPONSOR ALERT: Seeds of Love Bracelets are a daily reminder to embrace love and sow it everywhere you go. Use promo code 'dontmakeme' at seedsoflovebracelets.com to get 10% off your entire order.   Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tast...

67: You Can't Pick Your Family with Josh Nelson 26.11.2019

Comedian Josh Nelson stops by to talk being a stepson, relating to stepsiblings and (most likely) being a future stepdad.  Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting: bit.ly/DaouOffer Want to be a part of the show? Call 619-292-8787 and get (TERRIBLE) parenting advice from Dust...

66: Making Comedy out of Family with Alyssa Limperis 19.11.2019

Comedian, actress and all around great delightful person, Alyssa Limperis joins the pod to talk about social media, balancing comedy and home life and how to make fun of family in the RIGHT way.  Check out Alyssa's hilarious impression of her mom here: http://bit.ly/AlyssaMom Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can...

65: Navigating Marriage with Drew and Ellie Holcomb 12.11.2019

COUPLE EPISODE ALERT! This week, singer/songwriter couple, Drew and Ellie Holcomb sit down with Dustin to discuss not sharing a blanket with your spouse, poop in the bathtub and writing jingles for Southwest Airlines (that no one else will ever hear). Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experi...

64: Surviving Middle School with Trey Kennedy 05.11.2019

Put in your retainer, roll your eyes at your mom and douse yourself in CK One because we're going back to middle school with comedian and social media star, Trey Kennedy (@treykennedy)! Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting: bit.ly/DaouOffer Want to be a part of the show?...

63: Getting Spooky with John Crist, Aaron Weber and DJ Mykael V 29.10.2019

Boo! Dustin's back on the road with John Crist, Aaron Web(b)er and DJ Mykael V and they all get together to talk terrible costume choices, homeschool Halloween and did you ever notice Santa has the same letters as...SATAN???  Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting: bit.ly/D...

62: Growing in Comedy with Trevor Wallace 22.10.2019

Comedian, actor and internet sensation, Trevor Wallace, stops by to talk about performing under the influence of brisket, doing comedy in the back room of a Marie Calendar's and what NOT to say to a comedian after a show.  Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting: bit.ly/Daou...

61: Confessions of a Stay-at-Work Mom with Liz Astrof 16.10.2019

Sitcom writer/producer and author, Liz Astrof, chats about noses, making family tragedy funny and giving in to your kids. Her book 'Don't Wait Up: Confessions of a Stay-at-Work Mom' is available now, wherever books are sold. Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting bit.ly/DaouOffer . Want to...

60: Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes on Raising Kids on the Road 08.10.2019

Christian music power couple Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes stop by to discuss the unique challenges of raising kids while out on tour. Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting bit.ly/DaouOffer . Want to be a part of the show? Call 619-292-8787 and get (TERRIBLE) parenting advice...

59: Deep in the Heart of Texas with Erik Knowles 01.10.2019

San Diego comedy legend, Erik Knowles, stops by to talk last minute moves, discouraging kids' dreams and adjusting to life in small-town Texas. Daou Vineyards offers an exceptional tasting experience with breathtaking views, just a few hours from LA. Backseaters can enjoy an exclusive experience by visiting bit.ly/DaouOffer . Want to be a part of the show? Call 619-292-8787 and get (TERRIBLE) pare...

58: Sofiya Alexandra in...'From Ukraine with Love' 24.09.2019

Comedian, podcaster ( Private Parts Unknown ) and writer, Sofiya Alexandra, stops by for a deep conversation about struggling through immigration, growing apart from (and then super close to) her mom and moving on after a miscarriage. The topics are heavy but the laughs are plentiful.  Want to be a part of next week's show? Call 619-292-8787 and get (TERRIBLE) parenting advice from Dustin and Stev...

57: Viva Las Vegas with Jason Lawhead and Jason Cheny 17.09.2019

What's better than one Jason on the pod? How about TWO Jasons? Comedians Jason Lawhead and Jason Cheny join us live from Dustin's Las Vegas hotel room for a discussion about comedy, loneliness and gambling problems. Want to be a part of next week's show? Call 619-292-8787 and get (TERRIBLE) parenting advice from Dustin and Steven. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.munchiemug.com for 25% off your or...

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