Grown Ass Dads Podcast

This episode is all about the holidays – the good, the chaotic, and the strangely meaningful. The guys swap stories about massive Thanksgiving gatherings with 60–90 relatives, family football games that ended in actual injuries, and the logistical nightmare of trying to hit four houses in one day before finally learning to split holidays across different dates.  They talk favorite plates (smoked t...

The Grown Ass Dads are back — and this week, it’s all about money, kids, and responsibility. From acorn-hustling childhoods to $300 hockey sticks, the guys dig into what it really means to raise financially grounded kids in a world where Venmo, Apple Pay, and instant gratification rule. They get real about allowances (spoiler: nobody’s earning one), generational work ethic, and the lost art of swe...

Welcome to the backyard command center. The Grown Ass Dads get delightfully serious about unserious things: who really runs the yard, how to set up your grill “zones,” and the eternal St. Louis pork steak showdown. From Big-Lots seasonal pools vs. backyard driving-range nets to pellet smokers, Blackstones, Webers, and gas grills—all the dad gear gets its moment. And yes, we go deep on pizza-oven i...

The mics are hot again, and the Grown Ass Dads are back in the studio — new space, new energy, and yes… MERCH IS LIVE at grownassdads.com This week, Adam, Jason, and Jay unpack what happened after the viral live episode on Charlie Kirk’s death — and the fallout that pushed them to get even more honest about fatherhood, fear, and raising kids in a digital world . They tackle the big questions every...

This one hits different. In our first live episode of Grown Ass Dads, we dive into the shocking, public death of Charlie Kirk — and what it means for fathers raising kids in today’s chaotic world. We don’t hold back: ✅ The unfiltered reactions of seeing the video unfold in real time ✅ Late-night conversations with scared teenagers who can’t “unsee” it ✅ How dads wrestle with faith, doubt, and l...

Grown Ass Dads – Episode 8: Backpacks, Bus Stops & Nintendo Finger??? Back-to-school season hits different when you're the dad… and your kids have better tech than NASA. This week, the Grown Ass Dads catch their breath as the kids head back to school—and reflect on everything that’s changed (and hasn’t). From awkward bus stop drop-offs to the gear anxiety of kids who already know how to u...

Vacation: a supposed escape—except when you're a dad, it's just another to‑do list with ocean views. This week, the Grown Ass Dads dialed in straight from post-trip exhaustion to explore what it really means to take a break when you're the family quarterback. Between being packing sherpas, cruise directors, beach bouncers, and moral compasses, is “vacation” ever peaceful?  Spoiler:...

This week on Grown Ass Dads, we face the terrifying question that hits every man eventually: Have we actually become our parents? From dad noises and thermostat rants to repeating life advice we used to roll our eyes at, Jay, Jason, and Adam dig into the habits, fears, and weird behaviors that creep in when you're not looking. It's hilarious, uncomfortable, and way too real. Spoiler: one...

In this episode, the dads dive headfirst into a lively, honest conversation about one of the most quietly controversial topics in modern fatherhood: Do dads deserve a social life? What starts as a playful jab quickly turns into a deep reflection on guilt, communication, personal growth, and what it means to make space for friendships while balancing family responsibilities. From beer-league hockey...

Welcome to Episode 4 of Grown Ass Dads , where three mid-life dads pull back the curtain on what it really feels like to be the steady one, the strong one, the one who’s just supposed to “figure it out.” This episode dives into the unspoken stress of modern fatherhood —the emotional weight, the mental load, and the silent pressure we carry every damn day. From the everyday grind to the “oh sh*t, I...

Welcome to Episode 3 of Grown Ass Dads —where three mid-life dads tackle the real, raw, and ridiculous realities of trying to balance it all. Spoiler alert: work-life balance isn’t real , and if it is, we haven’t met a single dad who’s cracked the code. In this episode, Jason, Adam, and Jay explore what it actually looks like to juggle being dads, partners, professionals, and still trying to squee...

Welcome back to Grown Ass Dads , the podcast where three mid-life dads keep it real about fatherhood, youth sports, and the madness of being a grown ass dad . In Episode 2, Adam, Jay, and Jason dive into the insane world of youth sports , sharing stories of passion, pressure, and the chaos caused by overzealous parents and coaches . Episode Highlights: 🔥 Are youth sports broken? – The problem wit...

Welcome to the very first episode of Grown Ass Dads, the podcast where three mid-life dads keep it real about fatherhood, family, careers, stress, and surviving mid-life—all with a healthy dose of humor, whiskey, and questionable decision-making. In this episode, Adam, Jay, and Jason introduce themselves and dive into: ✅ What it means to be a "Grown Ass Dad" (Spoiler: It's exhausti...