Irritable Dad Syndrome

Is it illegal to talk to a dolphin? Why can't Mike get rid of his Kia? And what exactly happened during one very unfortunate toilet mishap? Mike and Darin answer life's most important questions while discussing Father's Day, fan messages, U2, Rush, curling, college students with umbrellas, and much more. Plus, bloopers to wrap it all up. Topics Discussed:  Mike And Darin Are Shaving...

Why are Costco's gallon milk jugs so awkward? Why does Waffle House always feel like the surface of the sun? And why does Kroger think its ice deserves a luxury price tag? Mike and Darin tackle all of life's biggest mysteries while covering concerts, storms, graduation parties, weather apps, cherries, and much more. Plus, a sneak peek at next week's story about talking to dolphins.....

Episode 314 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features movie theater annoyances, aging milestones, suspicious pizza shop activity, and an important lesson in proper yard work technique: first you whack, then you blow. This week includes: The guys just finished Episode 313 and they weren't sure how good it was, so they're concerned about what lies ahead for Episode 314 Red Robin ain't what i...

Why does every family have a "Timmy Wayne"? Why does Darin own 500 plastic spoons? And why are Rush fans arguing about one of the best drummers on the planet? This week, the guys discuss recording two episodes in one night, the mysterious art of podcast editing, Rush's new drummer Annika, an unexpected last-minute percussion gig, Record Store Day finds, Jim Steinman songs being used...

This week on Irritable Dad Syndrome , the guys remind everyone to get their skin checked—and don't forget to get your ass checked too. Mike and Darin discuss a high school graduation where just about everything that could go wrong did go wrong, Darin's adventures meeting groovy people in Indianapolis, and the mystery of why Collective Soul never became even bigger than they were. Also th...

Mike is missing! Darin Blathers on About: Why Mike ain't here Country Cookers - new clip IHOP and Colonoscopies - censored bonus clip Mike is in a weird mood before the show - censored bonus clip New Uncle Chappy's Soothing Miracle Lip Balm commercial w Dave Lay Sexy Tarantula and the Shweaty Crickets - censored bonus clip Who ordered the pink X Box controller? Best of clip from episode...

Episode 310 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features sports confusion, shopping frustration, movie debates, and one smartwatch notification that nearly caused a workplace disaster. This week includes:  Reds game that broke us   Little League chaos and sports confusion   Kroger layout madness   Walmart eyes and rice cooker pride   Smartwatch photo preview disaster   Four movies worth arguing about   Emul...

Episode 309 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features museum adventures, concert talk, podcast chaos, and stories that somehow become more ridiculous with every turn. This week includes:  Bess went to a Penis Museum in Greece   A really inappropriate dog story   More talk about turtles having sex with inanimate objects   A highly censored clip about a beaver website   Libby is smart, especially when it c...

Episode 308 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features cassette tape nostalgia, mulch hatred, Chick-fil-A confusion, and one very important question: why did Darin write down “Neil Young Knows How to Eat Corn”? This week includes:  Beck is awesome   Darin’s adventures with a cassette deck purchase at Goodwill   Billy Idol and Terminator 2  Why did Darin write down “Neil Young Knows How to Eat Corn”?   Hat...

Episode 307 of Irritable Dad Syndrome dives into the unexpected viral success of an old episode, advertiser tension from last week, and the everyday chaos that somehow turns into great stories. Mike and Darin try to figure out why Episode 18 suddenly exploded in popularity while also explaining what happened behind the scenes with advertisers—and how they managed to smooth things over. 🔥 In This...

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...