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

207: Why You Should Travel With Your Young Kids (Replay) 06.07.2022

Dustin and Mel are in the Frontseat to discuss an article (ok...it's maybe more of a listicle) about the benefits of traveling with young kids. Topics include getting too old for back flips, how long is an appropriate amount of time to spend looking at the Washington Monument, and why you have to save New York as the last stop on your east coast trip (no offense, Philly). Plus, Backseater emails!...

206: What Are we Doing for the Fourth? (Replay) 29.06.2022

Don't look now, but we're back in the Frontseat of Doc Brown's Delorean for a trip to the bygone era of last July for a replay of an episode about horseshoe tournaments with Tater, Pancho and Bushrod, why air shows are really for adults, and the proud Nickerson Family tradition of crashing other families' parties. Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa)   today! Want to be a part of th...

205: Do We Really NEED Fireworks (Replay) 22.06.2022

We're hopping in the Frontseat of Doc Brown's Delorean so he can take us back in time to a 2021 episode about the awkwardness of seeing a neighbor out in the real world, why summer is anything but a 'break' for parents and how to solve the problem that is fireworks. Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa)   today! Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomeback...

204: "I Noticed That Tooth Has Been on The Move..." 15.06.2022

Dustin and Mel are back in the Frontseat to dicuss the highest pressure COVID test of Dustin's entire life, what it's like to perform standup on late night, and answer your book related questions. Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa)   today! Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship...

203: If You Like Fight Club, You'll Love Marriage 08.06.2022

Move over Mark Twain, there's a new author in town and his name is Dustin Nickerson. This week, we a special treat for all of you  the audiobook  version of Chapter 1 of 'How to be Married (to Melissa)'. Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa)   today! Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relat...

202: Highway to the Nostalgia Zone 01.06.2022

We feel the need. The need for speed...and Bingo Dingos. You can be Mel and Dustin's wingman as they jump back in the Frontseat to talk about the new sequel to the very old Top Gun, the new tour for the even older New Kids on the Block, and sure-fire strategies to avoid PPPFs (Parent Pool Party Fouls).  Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa)  on Amazon today! Better yet...want to...

201: Spoiler Alert: Mel Likes the Stress 25.05.2022

Mel and Dustin stop fighting for just long enough to hop in the Frontseat to discuss the worst hotel concierge in history, why Mel secretly enjoys living a stressful life, and why it's hard for parents to enjoy their kids' summer "break". Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa)  on Amazon today! Better yet...want to be a part of the launch team and get a copy of the book for FREE?...

200: 200th Episode Podstravaganza 18.05.2022

Happy 200th Episode, Backseaters! Mel and Dustin are back in the Frontseat to talk about how we've managed to make it to 200 episodes, hot takes about Austin and the horrors of raising a teenager. Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa)  on Amazon today! Better yet...want to be a part of the launch team and get a copy of the book for FREE? Visit DustinNickerson.com for details!   W...

199: Hollywood Nights 11.05.2022

Dustin and Mel are back from LaLa Land and in the Frontseat to recap a magical weekend out in the Hollywood Hills, the two modes of teenage boys, and a Bingo Dingo Review of the new Doctor Strange movie. Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa)  on Amazon today! Better yet...want to be a part of the launch team and get a copy of the book for FREE? Visit DustinNickerson.com for detai...

198: Lice Lice Baby 04.05.2022

Dustin and Mel are back in the Frontseat with their itchiest episode yet as they discuss passport renewal mishaps, lice treatments, and an 80's themed spin class with incredible production value.  Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa)  on Amazon today!   Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenti...

197: The Adventures of Country Mouse and The Flannel Falcon 27.04.2022

Your favorite Nickersons are back in the Frontseat for a conversation about Mel tagging along with Dustin on a whirlwind weekend of road gigs including why you should never delay the deuce on the road, what makes the Ryman Theatre so special, and a breakdown of the cousin relationship dynamic.   Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your ve...

196: Mel Botched the Brunch 20.04.2022

Mel and Dustin are out of the brunch line and back in the Frontseat to discuss a nearly disasterous brunch outing, the kids total disinterest at a Padres game and how it only took 20 years of being together for them to perfect their professional dynamic. Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa) on Amazon today!   Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebac...

195: This Church Smells Like Gym Mats... 13.04.2022

Dustin and Mel hop back in the Fronseat to discuss the majesty of high school gym-based church services, the pain of your kids always wanting to bring a friend, and the fine line between a lesson and a lecture.   Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa) on Amazon today!   Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own ho...

194: How to Enjoy a Trip WITHOUT the Kids 06.04.2022

Preorder Dustin's book:  How to Be Married (To Melissa) on Amazon today!   Dustin and Mel heart NYC and you'll heart this episode as they break down their kids free trip to the Big Apple, coaching their daughter through a minor emergency via zoom and a fight about when to take a couples photo. PLUS...a Bingo Dingo of Hugh Jackman's Broadway revival of The Music Man.  Want to be a part of the show?...

193: Don't Make Me Watch the Oscars 30.03.2022

And the winner is...YOU, because Dustin and Mel are in the Frontseat to talk about bored teens, the completely uneventful Oscars and the dire consequences of a cookie store choosing to close early. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Check out our new Patreon page! Head to  https://www...

192: Dustin and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Internet Comment 23.03.2022

Dustin and Mel are in the Frontseat to talk about an internet comment so bad it belongs in the Troll Hall of Fame, why even a GREAT aquarium probably tops out as a 4/5 Bingo Dingos, and a trip to SeaWorld with a (painful) surprise ending. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Check out o...

191: Pretty Witty Hike Fight 16.03.2022

"And the Academy Award for 'Best Title in a Funny Podcast About Family' goes to..." Mel and Dustin are in the Frontseat to break down a wild weekend of travel, wannabe College Towns, and a fight so important it had to happen in the middle of an hour long hike. PLUS! Bing Dingos for Turning Red and The Batman. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  ...

190: Do That on Your Own Time! 09.03.2022

Dustin and Mel are back in that Frontseat to talk about missing the drama in social media comments, teenage boy skin care routines, and Dustin's love for Panera mac and cheese. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Check out our new Patreon page! Head to  https://www.patreon.com/DustinN...

189: With Apologies to Lancaster... 02.03.2022

We're (unfortunately) cruising up CA-14 with Mel and Dustin in the Frontseat to discuss people dressing for their vacations at the airport, Dustin's fair and balanced opinion of Lancaster, CA, and an article listing things that are difficult to do when you have ADHD. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/re...

183: Deep Down, Every Fight Is About Sleep 23.02.2022

Don't hit that snooze button, because Mel and Dustin are in the Frontseat to discuss how every couple's fight usually revolves around who has to wake the kids, and question why families play games if they just end up fighting about them. PLUS...Some incredibly well researched Bing Dingo Reviews of Worlde, The Book of Boba Fett, and Encanto.  Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  do...

182: Don't Make Me Cry During a Super Bowl Commercial 16.02.2022

Mel and Dustin are in the Frontseat to talk about Dustin's video going viral (and then quickly removed) form TikTok, why Wednesday is a good day for comedy, and why the Midwest has the best comedy audiences. PLUS a Bingo Dingo Review of the Super Bowl! Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advi...

181: Mel Hates Valentine's Day! 09.02.2022

Tell Cupid to put those stupid arrows away because Mel and Dustin are in the Frontseat to talk about tough college gigs, onstage back injuries, and why Mel hates Valentine's Day so much. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Check out our new Patreon page! Head to  https://www.patreon.c...

180: I Bet It's Stress Related 02.02.2022

Dustin and Mel are in the Frontseat to reminisce about snow days, get to the bottom of what causes ringworm (Hint: It's not stress), and breakdown a news story about a very commercial scream therapy event. Plus, listner emails and a piping fresh Bingo Dingo Review of The Dallas Zoo. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to  dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com  and get your very own horri...

179: I Give Van Gogh Five Bingo Dingos! 26.01.2022

Don't look now it's a...DUSTIN article episode??? Mel and Dustin are back in the Frontseat to (sortof) discuss an artilcle about correcting your significant other that gets DEEP, plus 'The Bingo Dingo Family Friendly Film Review Corner' is back with reviews of the movies Spider-Man: No Way Home and Venom: Let There be Carnage, and the art exhibit Imersive van Gogh.  Read the article here.  Want to...

178: The Swimming Pool...is HAUNTED! 19.01.2022

Mel and Dustin are back in the Frontseat to discuss a plumber who's getting a little too familiar, how all theaters (and the hidden swimming pools IN those theaters) are all haunted, and why kids, apparently, feel comfortable telling dirty jokes in front of Mel. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relations...

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