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1. Big Boom Energy: Fireworks Fiascos with Kids & DoorDash Nightmares

What a chaotic, hilarious episode this week — straight from the dining room studio with the crew. We kicked things off talking Fourth of July with the kids: how fireworks are supposed to be magical but end up being a total nightmare when you’ve got little ones who hate the noise. The meltdowns, the hiding under blankets, the “never again” vows… classic parenting in the trenches. If you’ve got toddlers or young kids, you felt this one. Then we dove into wild DoorDash delivery driver stories — the crazy customers, the ridiculous orders, the sketchy drop-offs, and all the absurd shit that happens when you’re out there hustling. Non-stop laughs and “I can’t believe that happened” moments. If you’ve ever gigged it or just wondered what really goes on behind those deliveries, this segment delivered. We touched on the World Cup in America — vibes, matches, the energy of it being here, and some quick hot takes on the tournament so far. And we wrapped with another fire Dr. Ivo’s Dose featuring Dr. Michael Iovacchini (and his nurse better half) — current events, medical perspective, and sharp hot takes to keep it real. Raw, relatable dad humor with the unfiltered bro energy as always. Parenting wins/losses, hustle stories, sports, and real talk. Full episode live now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the usual spots. Clips and highlights hitting TikTok (@gotta.get.said), Instagram, and YouTube shortly. What was your favorite part — the Fourth of July meltdowns, the DoorDash insanity, or Dr. Ivo dropping knowledge? Let us know in the reviews or comments. Keep riding with us.

Ice Cream is a Scam: Pizza is Mid & World Cup Wars with the New Crew

On this week’s Gotta Get Said, Matt is joined by his two new co-host friends for a no-holds-barred rant session. We’re diving straight into some of Matt’s most controversial hot takes — why all ice cream basically tastes the same, how most pizza spots in town are suspiciously identical, and why that might actually be a conspiracy. From there we pivot to World Cup fever, Joey Chestnut’s legendary dominance, and a bunch of other wild tangents that somehow all connect. Expect unfiltered laughs, zero filter, and the exact chaotic energy you come to this show for. New crew, same raw vibes. Tune in, laugh your ass off, and let us know in the comments: Does all ice cream really taste the same to you? 🍦🍕⚽

The Anatomy of a Reunion

, I reunite with my high school friend — who I hadn’t seen in 18 years — and meet his girlfriend of three years for the very first time. He’s now a doctor, she’s a nurse, and somehow we’re all testing the waters to see if this trio has what it takes to become regular co-hosts. What started as simple introductions quickly turned into laughs, nostalgic stories, light roasting, and plenty of “wait… you did WHAT in high school?!” moments. Expect awkward reunion vibes, medical puns, questionable life choices from our teenage years, and that warm feeling of picking up right where you left off — even if one of you is now saving lives for a living. No heavy topics, no scripts, just three people catching up and seeing if this comedy chemistry actually works. Spoiler: it might. Perfect for fans of laid-back banter, real-life reunions, and humor that feels like you’re eavesdropping on old friends.

Big Beach Energy: Cover-Ups, Close Calls & Sandy Seat Stealers

🌊🏀 Big Beach Energy & Big City Madness! In this episode, I dive headfirst into the chaotic joy of a beach day when you’re a bigger body — the dos, the don’ts, the strategic cover-up game, and why people sitting way too close to you should come with a warning label. From sandy seat stealers to ‘dude, you’re blocking my sun’ moments, I spill all the hilarious survival tips no one asked for but everyone needs. Then we pivot to the absolute fever dream happening in the city right now: the Nets winning and turning the streets into pure pandemonium. I break down how wild everything feels when your team’s on a roll — the energy, the craziness, the random celebrations, and why NYC (or Jersey-by-NYC) turns into a beautiful circus during moments like these. Equal parts relatable rants, beach body real talk, and sports-fueled chaos — if you’ve ever felt out of place at the shore or hyped in a city losing its mind, this one’s for you. Grab your sunscreen and your victory cigar… or at least a lawn chair far away from your neighbors. 😂”

Knick Fever, Because I Said So, Honey…..

New York City has a fever, and the only cure is a deep playoff run. This week, we dive headfirst into the chaotic, beautiful energy of the Knicks making the Finals and how it is miraculously forcing a divided city to actually get along. But the peace doesn't last long once we head home. First, we break down why parents completely forget their kids grew up, unpacking the absolute audacity of talking to fully functioning adults like they are still toddlers. Finally, we tackle the ultimate unbeatable boss: trying to win an argument with your significant other. Spoiler alert: men are statistically undefeated at losing. Tune in for championship hoops, childhood regressions, and the art of admitting you're wrong before you even speak.