Grown Ass Dads Episode 13: Thanksgiving Chaos, Cranberry Wars & Keeping Family Traditions Alive

Grown Ass Dads Episode 13: Thanksgiving Chaos, Cranberry Wars & Keeping Family Traditions Alive

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 turkey, homemade sides, jello crunch) and the dishes that should probably be banned forever (cranberry sauce catches a lot of heat). One dad shares his longtime tradition of playing Arlo Guthrie’s Alice’s Restaurant every Thanksgiving morning – a tradition his kids hate now but he secretly hopes they carry on one day. Underneath the jokes and food takes, they get real about something deeper: What happens when big family holidays start shifting down a generation, and how do you help your kids value cousins, extended family, and shared traditions in a world that’s constantly pulling everyone apart?  If you’ve ever wrestled with holiday logistics, loud relatives, or the fear that your favorite traditions might fade out, this one will feel very familiar.

Grown Ass Dads Episode 12: Teaching Kids the Value of Money (Without Losing Your Mind)

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 sweating for what you want. There’s laughter, frustration, and a few brutal dad truths — like when “the bank of Dad” officially closes its doors. If you’ve ever debated whether to buy your kid something or let them “learn the hard way,” this one’s for you. 🎙️ Hosts: Adam, Jason, Jay 👕 New set, new merch, same old dad chaos 💬 Theme: How we teach (or try to teach) kids about money, value, and work. Listen if you’ve ever: * Tried to pay your kid for chores that never got done * Wondered when 13-year-olds stopped wanting jobs * Been told “but it’s your money” when offering to pay your own kid 🚀 Join the Conversation! Drop a comment below 👇 and let us know: What’s the hardest part of being a dad? What topics do you want us to cover in future episodes? 📢 Follow Us on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growndadspodcast/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574200411933 ⏰ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownassdads 🌎 Website: www.grownassdads.com

Grown Ass Dads Episode 11: The Backyard Playbook — Pork Steaks, Pizza Ovens & Dad-Tech Debates

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 inserts, cornmeal vs. flour on the peel, and whether steak weights are genius or juice-squeezers. It’s funny, borderline competitive, and very, very delicious.  We hit the good stuff: Pork steak three ways: hot-and-fast, smoke-then-sear, and the low-temp saucy oven finish—plus St. Louis pride and friendly trash-talk.  Grill lineups that work: pellet smoker + Weber kettle + gas + Blackstone, and when each shines for family cooks.  Pizza night at home: temp gun, fire bricks, dough tips, and why a little cornmeal saves your sanity.  Steak-weight & oil debates: olive vs. avocado vs. veg oil, binder basics, rest times, and getting that even sear.  Backyard safety & laughs: golf-net oops, wooden-pole hazards, and the case for dad-proofing the entertainment zone.  🚀 Join the Conversation! Drop a comment below 👇 and let us know: What’s the hardest part of being a dad? What topics do you want us to cover in future episodes? 👉 Drop your pork steak method in the comments and settle the argument once and for all. 📢 Follow Us on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growndadspodcast/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574200411933 ⏰ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownassdads 🌎 Website: www.grownassdads.com

Grown Ass Dads Episode 10: Are We Over-Parenting Our Kids? — Gaming, Radicalization & Raising Free-Thinking Dads

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 modern parent wrestles with: * How do we protect our kids without smothering them? * Are online gaming communities shaping our children’s beliefs more than we realize? * Where’s the line between parental trust and parental control? * And how do dads teach morality, faith, and critical thinking when everything online feels gray? From candid talk about helicopter parenting and digital radicalization to moments of raw vulnerability about guilt, fear, and letting go, this episode hits home for every dad trying to navigate the chaos of 2025. It’s real talk. It’s uncomfortable. It’s necessary. 🚀 Join the Conversation! Drop a comment below 👇 and let us know: What’s the hardest part of being a dad? What topics do you want us to cover in future episodes? 📢 Follow Us on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growndadspodcast/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574200411933 ⏰ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownassdads 🌎 Website: www.grownassdads.com

Grown Ass Dads Episode 9: Charlie Kirk’s Death — Talking To Kids About Violence, Faith & Fear

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 leading their families through fear ✅ Raising kids on social media when brutality streams instantly into their hands ✅ Is critical thinking the most important survival skill we can give our children This episode isn’t about politics — it’s about parenting, fatherhood, mental health, and raising strong kids in the digital age. Whether you’re a dad, husband, or just trying to make sense of a broken culture, this raw, vulnerable conversation is for you.  It’s raw. It’s vulnerable. It’s real. 👉 Don’t miss this Grown Ass Dads Podcast episode. Fathers, husbands, and families everywhere need to hear it. 🚀 Join the Conversation! Drop a comment below 👇 and let us know: What’s the hardest part of being a dad? What topics do you want us to cover in future episodes? 📢 Follow Us on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growndadspodcast/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574200411933 ⏰ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownassdads 🌎 Website: www.grownassdads.com  #GrownAssDads #DadLife #FatherhoodUnfiltered #ParentingStruggles #MidlifeCrisis #FatherhoodPodcast #AIandParenting #WorkingDads #DadProblems