Listen, They're Fine

Bubba is traveling with his family but the Listen, They're Fine guys still found time to get together to watch some of their old family home movies. Enjoy this special episode featuring a trip down to the old swimming hole, uncles wielding crossbows and the Amish performing traditional folk music. Available now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sg3mSjEWgXw

A trip to the San Diego Safari Park leads to some grumpy kids and Bubba learns the hard way that forgetting to pay your electric bill has consequences. Also the guys share all the ways that their wives are more productive then them. Plus a PSA on the danger of eating too many popsicles.

On this week's episode of Listen, They're Fine the guys discuss the phenomena of "Fun-Uncles" and the ethical implications of sending your kids to Vacation Bible Schools instead of an expensive summer camp.

Father's Day is a time to reflect on all the blessings that come with being a family man. It's also an opportunity to air grievances about your children and significant others. On this episode the guys share some of their favorite "wife gripes", talk about the vortex of negativity that is the Nextdoor App as well as recommend some of their favorite movies to watch with the family.

Listen, They're Fine isn't afraid to ask the tough questions like, "is it ever okay to spank your child?" and "is it ethical to take your kid into the voting booth with you on election day?" plus Bubba recounts his challenging weekend of solo parenting while his wife is on a ladies trip and John gets real about why he doesn't like tapas.

A new wrinkle is added to a childhood story about the axe murderer next door with a special call-in appearance by none other than John's Mom! Plus Bubba provides an update on his daughter's beatboxing career as well as a discussion about Stater Brothers Grocery and how to disconnect from your work brain while with the family.

Now that pee wee baseball season is over John and his family can focus on their real passion, trips to LEGOLAND. Meanwhile Bubba's family trip to Las Vegas is nearly derailed by a sudden and potentially deadly testicle diagnosis. What will happen next?! Tune in for another exciting episode of Listen, They’re Fine! Weekly Recommendations: Bubba recommends letting your kids explore the playground at...

On this week's episode of Listen, They Fine the guys tackle of topic of how to deal with a child who is developing a bad habit of lying and whether popular culture was too hard on Ashlee Simpson. Recommendations: John recommends the new Social Distortion album, Born to Kill Bubba recommends going all out at your next trip to the beach with the kids

On this week's episode Bubba recounts his recent family adventures in Wisconsin and John experiences the thrill of chaperoning a pack of wild children on the school field trip to the aquarium. Plus some pro-tips on how to save big on a hair transplant and what to do when your UBER drive won't stop talking. Recommendations: John recommends watching the James Cameron Director's Cut of the movie ALIE...

On a very special episode of Listen, They're Fine we have a surprise guest of John's Dad reminiscing about his party days in the mid-1980s, plus Bubba shares some words of wisdom about how to make sure all your kids feel included in their sibling's birthday celebrations. Recommendations: John recommends THE FUN JUNGLE mystery book series for kids and the memior "In a Sunburned Country" by Bill Bry...

On this week's episode of Listen, They're Fine the guys discuss the evils of doo-wop music, what could be done to improve school talent shows and how turn your children's neighborhood lemonade stand into a viral hit on Instagram.

On this week's episode the guys tell a harrowing tale about how far they would go to protect their families at an Orange County hamburger restaurant. Plus Bubba makes a call to action for dads to get more involved in the PTA and John shares his best practices for organizing a neighborhood scavenger hunt that's guaranteed to keep your kids busy for approximately 25 minutes.

When is it appropriate to swap out your kid’s dead pet for a near identical alive one? Find out on this week’s special mini-sode of Listen They’re Fine, when Bubba and John share their expertise on how to properly deal with animals in the family home. (both the welcome and unwelcome kind)

Easter is time of renewal but also a time for your children to throw a tantrum and hurl plastic eggs at your head. Plus Bubba recounts the time his schoolteacher pressured to sign him up with AMWAY. Recommendations: John recommends listening to the music of Swedish singer-songwriter and guitarist Jose Gonzalez Bubba recommends visiting your local McDonald's to try their new BIG ARCH hamburger sand...

What's the best way to celebrate Easter with your kids? Do you make an offering of painted eggs to the pagan bunny spirts or enjoy a crucifixion reenactment at your local megachurch? Plus the guys discuss mosquitos, biohacking and what to do when you catch your son stealing. This week's recommendations: Bubba recommends listing to the band RADIOHEAD (particularly the album OK COMPUTER) plus the co...

On this week's episode Bubba & John talk about the highs and lows of attending a birthday party at the local trampoline park, at what point does deep tongue kissing cross the line into full on sex, and which colonge is appropriate to wear to the beach. This week's recommendation include: The movie ETERNITY (2025) available on Apple TV, the book "It's Not the Stork!: A Book About Girls, Boys, B...

On the latest episode of Listen They're Fine the guys discuss how to construct a winning wooden car for the Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby, debate who is more addicted to their phones (old people or children) and break down exactly what they did to upset their wives this past week. Plus Bubba unveils his favorite joke of all time. visit www.listentheyrefine.com for bonus content

On this week's episode the guys dig deep into the differences between bat mitzvahs vs. quinceañeras (like which is more fun to drink at). As well as bemoan the fact that once you hit 40, the hip, cool speakeasy bars stop letting you in. Plus some tips on staying sane while your wife is out of town. Recommendations: John recommends you listen to the the audiobook of "Do Androids Dream of Electric S...

On this week's episode we celebrate the life of Bubba's elderly neighbor Gertrude, plus share some thoughts on what is fair when it comes to street parking. It's an episode you won't want to miss! Recommendations: Bubba wants you to read West of Eden by Jean Stein John offers a pro tip on three-day weekend trips with the family. Make it just a one night stay and beat the traffic!

Did you know that building furniture forts for your children can be hazardous to your health? But not nearly as hazardous as certain fruits and vegetables are to dogs. Plus the guys share their advice on how to tactfully handle a neighbor with a messy yard. Recommendations: Bubba suggests taking your kids to the local diner and talk to old people John wants you to visit the local exotic pet shop w...

John tackles the daily challenge of packing school lunches for his boys, while Bubba takes his kids on a tour of a ghost ship with some unexpected results. Plus bonus conversations on the finer points of grilling and whether your child deserves to have a chair thrown at them. Recommendations: John wants you to watch the HBO Series True Detective (Season One) & Bubba wants you to listen to the...

On this week's episode of Listen They're Fine the guys discuss how to talk to your kids about their classmates with special needs, when it's appropriate to take out your penis in front of guests and the finer details of caring for the family dog. Recommendations:John loves the WAKING UP Mediation smartphone app by Sam Harris Brandon recommends the movie ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER directed by Paul Th...

The guys discuss the trials and tribulations of navigating TARGET as a husband, the best way to make flavorful tamales and how to talk to your kids about eating dirt. Bubba recommends the movie Marty Supreme John recommends the audiobook of Project Hail Mary We are now on YouTube will full video episodes! Follow us on Instagram for bonus content and visit www.listentheyrefine.com

The times they are a changing on this week's episode of Listen They're Fine. The closing of a local music venue has the guys nostalgic for the bands they listened to growing up which leads to a wide ranging discussion of what career paths lie ahead for their children. Bubba's daughter is threatening to become a YouTuber while John's son is destined to end up in a courtroom one way or another. Reco...

On this week's episode of Listen They're Fine we learn that Jeff Goldblum is a kissing bandit, pee-wee baseball tryouts will put a strain on your marriage and your kid's grandparents will let them play in traffic if given the chance. Recommendations: let your kid make a cardboard fort + family friendly trivia night at Sports Basement in Long Beach