Mental Loads

Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?

This week on Drinks with the Dinks Podcast, we’re running purely on caffeine and whatever brain cells we had left after this week. So naturally, we decided to play a very serious and intellectual game of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Spoiler alert: things went downhill fast. From embarrassingly wrong answers to discussing how intellectual we were in school, this episode is chaotic, stupid, and somehow way too funny. If you’ve ever felt completely burnt out and questioned your own intelligence, this one’s for you. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/support] Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/drinkswiththedinks/ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5f3TI7NLjI4csAmoSzR8F1?si=17994979838a4c90]

Life of Ryan

This week on Drinks with the DINKs, Ryan opens up about the story that shaped his entire life. From losing his mother to murder at just two years old, to the heartbreaking loss of his grandfather only a couple years later, this episode dives into the grief, confusion, and unanswered questions that followed him through childhood. But the story doesn’t stop there. At 19 years old, Ryan discovered that much of what he believed about his life and family wasn’t true. A completely unknown side of his family suddenly emerged, leading to shocking revelations, hidden connections, and the uncovering of clues about the father and relatives he never knew existed. This is one of the most raw and emotional conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast — touching on identity, family secrets, loss, resilience, and what it feels like to piece together a life story years after it was written for you. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/support] Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/drinkswiththedinks/ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5f3TI7NLjI4csAmoSzR8F1?si=17994979838a4c90]

Mental Loads

In this episode, we dive into the often invisible—but very real—mental load in relationships… and things get a little heated. Emma opens up about what it feels like to carry nearly all of the planning, organizing, remembering, and emotional labor that keeps everything running smoothly, while Ryan is forced to confront just how much he’s been overlooking. From daily to-do lists to the constant background stress of “what needs to be done next,” we unpack how uneven mental loads can quietly build resentment over time. This isn’t just about chores—it’s about responsibility, awareness, and partnership. Expect some honest moments, a few defensive reactions, and a conversation that a lot of couples will probably see themselves in. If you’ve ever felt like the default manager of your relationship—or like you’re being called out—this one’s for you. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/support] Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/drinkswiththedinks/ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5f3TI7NLjI4csAmoSzR8F1?si=17994979838a4c90]

The Ick List: What Gives You the Instant “Nope”?

This week Emma talks about everything she hates about Ryan! At least that's how I'm taking it! And since I'm the one that writes the descriptions of these episodes, it has to be true! So grab a drink and enjoy the long list of "icks" I do that give Emma the instant nope!  Also, don't forget to let us know what your definition of diarrhea is! 💩 Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/support] Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/drinkswiththedinks/ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5f3TI7NLjI4csAmoSzR8F1?si=17994979838a4c90]

Double Income, Full Spotlight: Interviewing DINK: The Musical

This week, we sit down with the creative mind behind DINK: The Musical—the show that hilariously unpacks the double-income-no-kids lifestyle through song, satire, and a whole lot of truth. We dive into the inspiration behind the musical, what it says about modern relationships, and why the DINK life has become such a cultural talking point. From balancing ambition and partnership to navigating societal expectations, this conversation hits both the funny and the real. Plus, we get some behind-the-scenes insight into the creative process, the challenges of bringing this concept to life through audio storytelling, and what audiences might be surprised to learn. Whether you're living the DINK life, questioning it, or just here for the laughs—this episode pulls back the curtain on a story that’s more relatable than you think. Be sure to check out DINK: The Musical wherever you get your podcast and be sure to follow along on social media at; https://www.instagram.com/dinkthemusical/ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512648/support] Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/drinkswiththedinks/ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5f3TI7NLjI4csAmoSzR8F1?si=17994979838a4c90]