Sad Dads Club Podcast

Episode 362 - Hey, Shave your Throatgina

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:45:00 GMT

This week Foo fills us in on how his job search is going. Gym's wife might be struck by Trump's cuts (nice one, moron). Gym brings in his broken PVC valve for show and tell. Gym ends up at the California Automobile Museum and recommends it. The Sad Dads agree, some cars have too much power. Foo shows Zander what it's like to be driving a motorcyle with his permit practice driving. Who's doing NO KINGS? Plus more!

Episode 361 - Full deposit, baby!

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:50:00 GMT

This week Foo make some enhancements to his Nissan Hardbody. The pain of improving car stereo audio in the Miata, ATS, and The Dodge 2500 Laramie. Engine swap for a 4WD Nissan Hardbody? Truck design has gotten weird. Are you good getting your truck messed up? Do you care about your car? Do you take it through a regular car wash? Do you check your lights and tires? Buying vs leasing and ownership. I want my security deposit back. Plus much more!

Episode 360 - Please do not pop champagne corks

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:33:00 GMT

This week Gym talks about trading the Caddy for an EV but... Another Caddy check engine light. Leasing a car vs buying. EV tax credit goes away. Chinese EVs are outperforming their US counterparts. Pete Hegseth and the rest of the clown car. Foo has a rebuttle for anti-trans protesters at our local school board meetings and Gym wants to see Foo deliver this reading at a meeting. Plus more!

Episode 359 - Multiple reasons for the sad

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 05:32:00 GMT

The guys are back this week and go long while Foo wants to know if you're making any recipes you've found from TikTok or Instagram? Foo makes Cinnamon Cruch cat head buscuits and loves them. Building things Primitive Technology style. Foo's Dad gets exposed to Covid right before a trip for a funeral. Foo sees his daughter off to away from home college. Gym's daughter is a fully licensed Audiologist and has a job lined up working for the VA in Monterey. Gym's family lost Max and it's tragic. Foo punks Zander in the best way. Plus more!

Episode 358 - Free Raptor?

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 05:53:00 GMT

This week Foo finds the perfect Ulanzi (not a sponsor) phone tripod and holder. Gym and his girls go check out the bats at Yolo Wildlife Sanctuary. Gym has a minor, and slightly dfficult, PCV repair to the Caddy. Trapped engine heat can casue all kinds of issues. In the electric era are cars getting harder or easier to fix or mod? Foo goes to a school board meeting with Zander and gets angry. Plus more!

Episode 357 - Babe Ruth fed me all of his juice

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:34:00 GMT

This week we cut the pro football players a break. Foo is amazed at how fast baseballs come off of bats. The guys weigh in on baseball video replays. Gym gets visitors to his griddle while Foo get his own visitor. Gym makes the case for visiting Blue Diamond in Sacramento. Foo wants you to know that Taylor Swift got engaged. Everyone poops. Venus is going under for tooth extraction. Plus more!

Episode 356 - Will work for filament

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 05:24:00 GMT

This week Piper has to register for college classes at Santa Barbara creating her schedule and that's a challenge. Zander is taking Military History an Foo finds the teacher interesting. Foo and Zander are going to do the Murph Challenge, a Cross Fit challenge with a beneficiary. Foo finds out his dad narowly missed being drafted. Are you capable of keeping a national secret? Foo looks at making some laser etched adn 3D printed items for sale. Foo will work for filament. Plus more!

Episode 355 - Proud Poppa

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:34:00 GMT

This week Foo is running up against the end of high school for his kids. Gym had a Melathon weekend for Melly's Audiology doctorate graduation. Melly already has a job offer. While away, Gym leaves Max with Foo for the weekend. Gym has a sleepless night while travelling. A hat blocks the view, people pile in the aisle and people block the view at the rail. Plus more!

Episode 354 - I never acquired any air tools

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:11:00 GMT

The Sad Dads both fall into a car detailing tool without knowing the other had purchased it and it's likely the best tool ever. Gym gets a visit from a far away friend. Andre Agassi didn't play tennis becasue he loved it. Foo's dads repalces his DSL with a cell setup with just two steps. Plus more!

Episode 353 - It didn't look like Heisenberg

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 05:24:00 GMT

This week Foo struggles to remember a punchline. Gym finally get his problem tree trimmed. Foo fixes his sliding glasses with a recommended fix. Melly fixes up Rog with hearing aides. Foos dad is taking some balls. Foo heads out in Penny for a trip down Hwy 1. Insta 360 on a model train. Plus more!

Episode 352 - Airbrushing is... hard

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:57:00 GMT

This week Foo assists Zander with airbrushing a Gundam model. Foo talks about his past experience building models. Gym talks about his Associated TC3 remote controlled car. Foo comments on how close these cars are to real cars. Flying an RC helicopter is on another level. Some drone pilots have some real talent. Flying droes can be problematic at times. Happy birthday to Jason Moore and thanks for a wonderful party. Plus more!

Episode 351 - Just don't use the soaker hose

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:39:00 GMT

This week Gym battles himself and gets a Subaru repair done. Foo has a similar personal gremlin but with a Miata repair. Working in the sun is a Gym killer. Gym finds that one problem leads to another problem and that leads to another problem and that is a problem. Foo is wondering what IT segment will work for him. Gym's daughter is all done with school and is now basically a Doctor. Foo takes Zander to see Japanese singer Ado. Foo talks about Spotify being a really good aggregator for finding new music. Plus more!

Episode 350 - Get a griddle, darnit

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:22:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about grill and griddle cleaning tools. Gym finds Smarter Every Day YT channel where he trys to create a 100% US made grill brush. Gym might be getting a griddle replacement under warranty. Sad Dads thought: get a griddle, it's worth it and fun to use. Foo recommends Ritz crackers with PB&J. Gym recommends the Tortuna recipe from Thrasher Skateboard Magazine. Foo hits Parkers Hot Dogs. Can you oil fry on a griddle top? 4th of July has come and gone and along with it the sketchy illegal mortars people launch here all the time. Gym gets his hands on a new sparkler style. Plus more!

Episode 349 - Mom jokes

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:53:00 GMT

This week Gym feels about about Your Mom jokes. Gym relates with a brother with the same age gap. Foo struggles with his time and decisions while prioritizing his time with family. Gym thinks we are our own enemies with regards to making time for ourselves. Do you have any phobias? Gym hates spiders while Foo struggles with the fear of failure. Gym goes blueberry picking. Foo gives Gym a bell. Our friend Ted has been through alot, most recently a house fire. Foo asks you buy fireworks from Woodcreek HS fireworks stand. Plus more!

Episode 348 - $2K worth of Chrome

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:17:00 GMT

This week Gym finds a new thing in the studio parking lot. Foo explains that you can't test drive a Can Am here locally. Gym also finds a new mountain bike in Foo's garage. Foo talks about bike lighting. Gym converts his bike to tubeless tires and it's a learning curve. Tubeless tires get tested on a couple of trails. Plus more!

Episode 347 - Dad in a ditch

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 06:17:00 GMT

This week Foo talks about low blood pressure. Fixing a Honda Odyssee 02 sensor so it will SMOG. Gym crashes his bike on something silly while riding with Foo and Chandler. Gym takes the family to Hillenbrand Brewery. Foo and fam go Caspar Beach to a birthday party for Grandpa Ed's 95th birthday. The drive between Hwy 101 and Hwy 1 on Hwy 20 is a must. Gym attends the No Kings protest in Roseville. We are fearing the potential for war with Iran for no reason. Did the Army guys protest with their march at the parade in DC? Plus more!

Episode 346 - Pink Starburst

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:25:00 GMT

This week there's talk about proper working space at home. Foo has some tangy dill pickle Doritos and Gym is nonplused. We rate Doritos. Foo found a recipe from TikTok he found worthwhile. Gym expresses an issue with his Loco Cooker Griddle. Gym realizes that he's seasoning his griddle wrong. Pink Starburst (panty dropper?) alcoholic beverage. Plus more!

Episode 345 - America is getting passed

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:09:00 GMT

This week Gym is impressed with Chandler getting the Quad running with a new carburetor. Foo weighs on the engine replacement options in the 89 Nissan Hardbody and his Nissan Z. Gym weighs in on a service called Bottomless.com (not a sponsor). Gym and his family go to Stinson Beach over the weekend. Gym is suprised to find that Rivian has their own charger network. Scout EVs look promising. Gym notices the Telo MT1 EV pickup. There's concern about the Slate truck selling well while only being a 2 door. America is really duecing the bed when it comes to the EV market and their costs versus what's happening in China. Plus more!

Episode 344 - Blue cheese flavored KY

Thu, 29 May 2025 05:21:00 GMT

Would you rather replace a battery if you can or just get a new thing? Gym replaces a solenoid and Foo cleans up his misters. Foo troubleshoots a starting issue with his motorcycle while Gym has trouble with a battery on a Honda Odyssee. Do you have any weird batteries you have a hard time finding? Gym finally gets his Oakley DT3 helmet in large. Piper graduates and keeps it low-key while turning 21 on the same day. Have you ever been iced? Foo mixes drinks. Gym explains how Rog is doing. Plus more!

Episode 343 - I get home and my legs are jelly

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:33:00 GMT

This week Gym goes on his longest mountain bike ride yet on a local bike trail. Foo uses his Fat bike for Ingress play. Foo has all the bike tools. The problem with mountain biking is wanting to always buy new stuff. Gym has never really worn helmets, for anything. Foo cannot believe how expensive mountain bikes are now. Foo makes the point that the middle class is being priced out of so many things. Gym finds an issue with the mountian biking community as a whole. It doesn't matter what you do, get out and do something. Plus more!

Episode 342 - Lugnuts with a foreskin

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:08:00 GMT

This week Foo walks, easily, 5 miles. Foo swaps some lugnuts but it's not straighforward. Gym has a low sugar issue that makes him stop a bike ride. Gym's Father In Law goes into the hospital and it's scary. Foo's Grandpa In Law, Ed, is gonna turn 95, Happy Birthday, Ed! Have you visited the Redwoods? Sirius XM cancellation is fun. Plus more!

Episode 341 - Now with ASMR!

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

This week the guys kick off with an ASMR start. Gym is excited about the newly announced Slate truck being touted for under $20k with federal tax credits. Foo struggles to get his Dad setup with a CarPlay capable stereo in his Ford Fusion. Older folks need cars that are easier to get into and out of. Foo updates us on his last week in his new reality (HINT: he's been busy). Gym helps Chandler put together a 14x12 patio cover and still isn't finished while Foo put up car covers and struggles to build a shed in the wind. Gym is thoroughly enjoying his new mountain bike and Foo and his wife are hitting the gym. Plus more!

Episode 340 - Guy has no rack for a Mountain Bike

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:20:00 GMT

This week there's some breaking news that tells us that the Tesla board is looking to replace Elon Musk. Foo calls out Gym for buying himself a mountain bike. Foo has big news of his own as he dives into a new chapter. Plus more!

Episode 339 - The one sad slice

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:45:00 GMT

This week Foo tariffs his son's leftover pizza with the Dad Tax. Zander has an upheaval at the local movie theater. Do you have a weak stomach or a steel stomach? Shout out to the Taco Tree! The Dads find that they consume and share videos in much the same way. Foo finds a couple at a local nursery with a boxer. Gym has some frustration with his silly pool. American EVs are behind now. The hypocrisy in our current political climate. Plus more!

Episode 338 - Bernie and AOC came to Folsom

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:06:00 GMT

This week Foo tells us that farmers cannot fix their own tractors anymore. Piper wants to know how dad learned about car stuff. Gym goes to see AOC and Bernie in Folsom. We talk a bit about the current political environment. Gym worries about whether or not he's going off the deep end. Where do you get your news now? Foo struggles with a UHaul reservation. Foo relinquishes an unused Quad on Chandler. Gym melts a Lithium battery. Plus more!

Episode 337 - We're in Deep Bandini

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:13:00 GMT

This week Foo talks about his 401k matching scenario. Foo looks for positivity in the snowpack while Gym is reeling at how good his yard looks. Foo says we're in Deep Bandini. Remember books with flowers in them, Foo does. Foo is gonna save the world with his new garden implementation. Gym struggles with keeping his pool clean. Foo cleans the NID water ditch with his Dad. Gym tries to go to the Hands Off protest but doesn't make it due to a Caddy issue which ends up being a bad coil pack. Foo brings out some Butterbeer Goldfish and they are polarizing. Gym has an idea to make a difference in today's climate. Plus more!

Episode 336 - Trust me, tariffs

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:51:00 GMT

This week Foo wants to clarify his wash car methods. Boars hair brushes? Affording things today is becoming problematic while tariffs are quickly becoming part of our lives. Car companies are about to struggle and many other iindustries, really. Gym has a theory on what Trump is up to and it comes down to the 1%. How will all the DOGE cuts affect some aspects of life and especially during emergency situations where FEMA would intervene. Foo contemplates his reirement and lack of a will. Foo got the gutters covered. Plus more!

Episode 335 - Using RAM as disks

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 05:20:00 GMT

This week the guys want to know what's in a car ceramic coating, best methods for a scratch free car wash and talking about our past car wash indiscretions. Gym gets recommended a place that can do wheel repair and powder coat while Foo gets referred for motorcycle fork repair. Foo's wife got a new ride. Melly goes to New Orleans for an Audiology conference and Foo loves the food aspect of that city. Gym goes to Mexico City and doesn't have a meal. We reminisce about long lost portable storage formats over the years. Plus more!

Episode 334 - Optimus Prime was my first hero

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:12:00 GMT

This week the guys try and make some sense of the current political environment in America. Why Tesla is now hated regardless of the product. DOGE is gutting the governement to what end? Privatizing parts of the government is a bad way to go for a number of reasons. Why are we angering our long time allies? MAGA posts are hard to ignore and almost never based in any kind of fact. Watching the President actively going after his political rivals is unreal. The White House press secretary is awful. Foo wants to know what is the first movie made you tear up? Plus more!

Episode 333 - You probably voted for the wrong person

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:53:00 GMT

This week Foo has leaves in his gutters and a pond that shreds fish. Battling the critters. Country dogs are different than suburban dogs. Foo deals with new time reporting. Gym has a coolant cap that destroyed itself and Melly's Subaru goes back into the shop. Foo goes to a protest with his daughter and Gym is proud. We go long on time to talk a little politics and voice our frustration. Plus more!

Episode 332 - Why does everything smell like burnt coconut?

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:29:00 GMT

This week Foo finds out that timesheets are becoming the problem they deserve and efficiency has no place there. Foo realizes how important the dogs were to his mental health. Gym and his son see Helmet again and music and live music is a big part of their lives. Shopping for music back in the day was fun. Foo and Zander are going to see Ado. How's the new administration treating you? Plus more!

Episode 331 - Lets have a conversation about banks

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:16:00 GMT

This week the guys start the conversation about banking in America and how it's gotten more computer automated and further from their original intentions. Gym thinks credit unions are where it's at but Foo dump one cuz he's slided. What browser do you use? Foo finds out how much he still owes on his Apple Watch. The guys find they are less apt to upgrade new sexy hardware as they used to be. Foo installs in ceiling speakers for his surround sound. Gym finds a strange issue with his Denon home theater amp. Foo finds out how good wireless CarPlay is. Plus more!

Episode 330 - Stuck in the snow

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:35:00 GMT

This week gym gets his face melted by some Louisiana Hot Chicken. Foo wants fries and they better be good. Gym goes out in the snow in a side by side and has a blast. Gym along with his wife and daughter attend the No Kings for Presidents Day protest at the state capitol. Venus gets a 5 day weekend but ends up sick. Plus more!

Episode 329 - We found the third person in America that hasn't watched The Office

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:33:00 GMT

This week Foo grapples with Bob. Gym grapples with a drywall repair. Gym gets locked up when thinking about doing home renovations projects. The right tools make the difference but not having them is not a reason why you can't do something. Foo wants to build a garden out back, is there time? Gym finally installs his wife's dash cam after two years. Foo's Dad pops the big question about Temu. Gym has a Caddy update. Plus much more!

Episode 328 - Speed Check Ahead

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 06:03:00 GMT

This week Gym updates us on the Caddy. Gym feels like he is constantly cleaning gutters. Do you clean the gutters on a rental or have the homeowner do it? Foo gets to the point with regards to his dad's health in a search for truth and honesty. Gym recommends a show called Baylen Out Loud, so check it out. The guys determine that sometimes its good to be outside your comfort zone. There are questions about the Apple Maps CarPlay Speed Check notifications. Call your representatives if you are unhappy with our current situation. Plus more!

Episode 327 - Lemorange pie

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:36:00 GMT

This week Foo notices that the Cadillac is once again missing. Foo goes full farmer and helps his dad on the property. Electric shears for the win. Gym is looking for a bucket truck he can borrow. Lemorange pie, say no more. Overalls are making a comeback for Foo. Foo's pants are coming up short in the crotch. Gym moves a gun safe and repairs some drywall. Car stereos are disapointing nowadays. Plus more!

Episode 326 - What has he done for the middle class?

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:56:00 GMT

This week the guys go long. Gym buys a pressure washer kit and satisfyingly cleans a yard drain and a gutter. Gym goes shooting for the first time and enjoys it? Can you hunt or shoot living things? The new regime has taken over the US and it's... subpar, and we dive deep into all the changes happening. The politicising of the LA Fires. Plus more!

Episode 325 - Hey, nice bonus

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 06:12:00 GMT

This week the guys start with some conversation about paying attention to financial news and mostly bungling our way through money conversation. Foo is noticing that there's good news regarding how his employer did this year which reflects on potential bonuses. Do you count on bonuses as part of your salary like Clark Griswold? Gym, once again, repairs a toilet. Are you on board for a bidet? How many finger touches does it take to get to the bottom of a toilet flush lever? Gym talks about The Stanley Parable, a game which is currently free from Playstation Network. Gym is not a gamer. Foo takes Zander to Sac Anime show. Plus more!

Episode 324 - Wax ring stocking stuffer

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:03:00 GMT

This week the guys realize they never mentioned not recording for two weeks over the Christmas and New Years holidays. Gym has a toilet apocolypse right before Christmas. Gym gets a body pillow and Foo sleeps with an L. Gym installs 2TB into his PS5 and breaks something. The Foo fam is playing Balder's Gate 3. Gym has been playing Zelda: Echose of Wisdom. Zander has a birthday and Foo bounces. A small dive into shortbread, maybe? Plus more!

Episode 323 - Polish your rental

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:48:00 GMT

This week Foo toggles his Bluetooth. Foo polishes, not one, but two different rental cars. Enterprise tries to pin excessive tire wear on the Mustang on Foo. Foo full sends his repaired Focus RS. Foo takes his Focus RS into the snow with his new snow tires. First snowboarding session of the season for Foo. Gym sucks at riding switch. Gym and his daughter have been playing It Takes Two and highly recommends it. Gym recommends Red Dead Redemption 2. Foo's family plays Balder's Gate. Gym recommends Detroiters, go watch it. Plus more!

Episode 322 - Just a 2 Liter Turbo

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:38:00 GMT

Foo rents a Porsche Macan and it's probably not one you'd want to buy. Foo gets his Focus RS back. Modern factory audio systems are lacking. Wireless CarPlay is where it's at. Wirelss charging on cars is hit and miss useful. We reminisce a bit about some of the ridiclous car audio installs we had in the past. Gym professes his love for the late 80's early 90's VW GTI Cabriolet. Foo mentions the Ford Escort EXP, a mini mustang. Young Foo dating failure. Plus more!

Episode 321 - We have added listeners 6 and 7

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:57:00 GMT

Have you seen North Shore, the movie? Dave and Nat send us some moonshine (thank you!). Would you play pill roulette? What crime would you do that would prevent anyone else from ever doing in the future? We had Thanksgiving, we hope yours was awesome. Gym gets a rat in the attic, installs some gutter guards and installs Christmas lights. Foo worries that he's the only one that likes his smoked snacks. How hard do you go on turkey prep? Brine? Seasoning? Big display or smaller display for gaming? Plus more!

Episode 320 - Return the cart

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 05:44:00 GMT

This week Foo has an issue with the RS and it goes back into the shop. Foo's rental Mustang has a screw in a wrong place. Gym's daughter turns 24 and they hit some interesting places. Watching Melly's school and work journey. We have a strategy for winning the presidency. The guys dive into peanut butter whiskey. Wine is confusing and overwhelming. Cider tasting at Hidden Star Orchards. Hey, RETURN THE CART. Plus more!

Episode 319 - I don't carry cash

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:46:00 GMT

This week Gym talks about the benefits of the Epson ECO Tank printers. The guys go into a little into retro computing talking about old printers, modems, Gateway, BBS, beepers, and more. Computers are niche systems these days. There are far better payment methods now than sticking your debit card into a slot. Scams are everywhere, be mindful. Still getting political donation emails post election. Foo's son wants to pay with cash. Plus more!

Episode 318 - It's always a snow day

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:52:00 GMT

This week the guys try to make sense out of some of the policies being talked about by the President Elect starting with the dismissal of the Department of Education. We break down a comment by Tim Walz: Busses and meals in school or busses and meals in prison. What does the incoming administration mean for our daughters? Gym wonders about rumors and potential conspiracy theories. Foo does Miata brakes. Foo gets some lighting for his house. Plus more!

Episode 317 - Election Post Mortem

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:39:00 GMT

This week the Sad Dads go where they have never gone before and discuss at length the Presidential Election and it's fallout. Foo share some of his own personal thoughts about what the election's importance means to him.

Episode 316 - I drank a Red Bull

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:37:00 GMT

This week Foo has a Red Bull in the fridge... Whatever you do, don't call it Dutch Brothers. Gym's house gets wrecked by a trio of Safeway sandwiches. The Dads get sucked into playing Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Zombies with Chandler and they both have their thoughts. Some discussion about Destiny 2 difficulty. Foo's wife has an issue that Foo troubleshoots and makes her IT guy jealous. Give your mechanic as much info as possible. Plus more!

Episode 315 - It's a different mindset

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:44:00 GMT

This week Foo tell us how the RS got a trip to the shop for unknown CEL reasons. Check Engine code for a low battery in a key fob? Foo gets to drive an electric car and he's got comments. Some EVS are giving gas vibes, literally, but only in Europe (we're looking at you Shelby Mustang Mach E GT). EV charger talk... and why Tesla owns the charging market, sadly. Foo is interested in an electric skateboard, briefly. Plus more!

Episode 314 - Meat Sweats

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:42:00 GMT

The show starts out with a short discussion about spicy foods and what happened to the original Siracha sauce. Gym has a problem with a quiche. Gym helps his son install a leveling kit on his Ranger and things go sideways. Gym's son and daughter-in-law buy a Honda Prologue. Foo and Piper get the meat sweats in Santa Barbara. Foo does a school tour with Piper at UC Santa Barbara. Plus more!

Episode 313 - If a monkey escapes...

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:07:00 GMT

This week the guys are having trouble with phantom touches which are possibly mosquitos. Gym endeavors to install some shocks on his wife's CR-V. Foo's wife takes the Miata for a SMOG check and finds a friend. Finding people that can drive stick is becoming rare. We follow up with last week's discussion about solar panels with comments from Dave. Hurricanes everywhere and sad devastation. Rivian for the win. Revisiting the sad reality of Tsunamis like what happened in Japan years ago. Gym recalls his fear of nuclear war back in the 80's. Plus more!

Episode 312 - The auto industry is really screwing up

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:30:00 GMT

This week the guys tackle the current high cost on vehicles and wonder why. Are car dealerships to blame for much of the sales losses? Foo sees a trend amongst small electric vehilces like scooters and bikes. Solar panels is not as appealing as it once was. PG&E is a terrible company and Gym plays a little devil's advocate. Foo really likes his Camp Chef. Gym has multiple kids flying in on Southwest at basically the same time. Plus more!

Episode 311 - The final wedding episode

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 05:03:00 GMT

We've got a busy show this week. What's your social media of choice? Gym suddenly has a trunk full of Squishmallows. Yes, people, we missed a show because life happens sometimes. Gym has a really busy week that included seeing Two Door Cinema Club and a couple of birthdays. Ever ridden in a Waymo driverless taxi? Wedding weekend arrived and it was pretty cool and busy. Thanks to Foo for officiating the wedding! Foo comments on his assigned table. Honeymoon and hurricane. When is a good time to retire? Plus more!

Episode 310 - Oil Change Operation

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:01:00 GMT

This week Gym shows his frustration over Zero Hour Quest in Destiny 2. Gym talks about the upcoming wedding. Both guys are having Disneyland withdrawls but its becoming more expensive. Foo ends up with Season Pass lift tickets after all. Gym installs a replacement kitchen sink faucet. The CR-V is gonna get new shocks soon. Gym has a little trouble with an oil change. Plus more!

Episode 309 - What happened to our cash cow?

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:37:00 GMT

This week Foo wonders what is next for the Destiny franchise. Foo reveals that he's into Japanese anime and shares that with his son. Foo finds his new mattress has a side effect. Foo has an encounter with a young Taylor Swift fan while Gym witnesses a Taylor Swift dance party in Sacramento. Wedding things are starting to ramp up in Gym's world. Plus more!

Episode 308 - Hey, leave earlier

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:56:00 GMT

Show starts off with some chatter about Chandler's upcoming wedding. Where do you buy your gas? How much effort and planning do you put into your driving? Foo's fight to get his son to the dentist. The Dads wonder: is wisdom teeth removal a racket? Hey, here's a PSA: leave earlier. Gym has a glass guy. Foo hasn't played Red Dead Redemption 2 and the world has come to an end. Foo gets inadvertently slided by Gym. Gym has gone all in on Destiny 2. Plus more!

Episode 307 - Yeah I've seen it twice already

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:58:00 GMT

What does Mercury in Retrograde mean? The Dads breakdown and geek out on Deadpool & Wolverine and you should go see it. Gym goes and sees Coraline 3D and highly recommends it. School is back in session and Foo attends Back to School Night. Gym wants to know if you had a teacher that impacted you. Stagefright, all night. Plus more!

Episode 306 - Forarm Seismic Activity

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:54:00 GMT

This week we analyze Foo's new 4 day work schedule. Gym is sad to see the Olympics go. Raygun the Breaker have her country's best interest at heart? Foo goes wall climbing and finds out. Foo gets the feels for a homeless dog. Foo has a dry heave conversation. Plus more!

Episode 305 - I have nothing to my name but this lighter

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 05:22:00 GMT

The kick off the show with some discussion about the still burning Park Fire and related topics. What Olympic games are you watching? Table Tennis, Gymnastics, Hand Ball, Shooting Surfing, Shooting, 4x100 Mixed Relay, etc. Harris-Walz ticket the ticket? Foo is looking for Japanese chalk. Shout out to Dave Sampson with the Griot's recommendation. Plus more!

Episode 304 - The don't tell mom donut

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:34:00 GMT

This week Foo has a back problem which is not normal for him and he eventually finds out it's his ____. Foo is advocating for proper seating position when working. The guys cannot advocate for griddle usage enough. Mayo instead of butter on a grilled cheese? Does pancake batter work on a waffle iron? Gym struggles with using the smoker as of late. Plus more!

Episode 303 - Bugatti Chiron is my Squish pit

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 05:42:00 GMT

Gym talks about his new found fun in playing Destiny on his PS5 and Foo is all in. Gym finally has installed his own automatic home brew HVAC compressor mister system and he's thrilled and the guys are attempting to maximize their HVAC efficiency with misters, filters and any way they can. Gym sees a Bugati Chiron in the wild. Foo get's his Tri-tip cooking and he loves it. What's been cooked on the griddles recently? Plus more!

Episode 302 - Window window triangle

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 06:12:00 GMT

Foo is kicking off the conversation by talking about Monster alcoholic energy beverages. Gym is confused by Liquid Death waters. Alcoholic glass is now recyclable in CA. Foo is sad that all SUVs look the same. Gym goes and see the Big Boy, a historic steam locomotive that came to town. Foo commuted on Amtrak from Sac to SF. Using subways is fun and practical. Foo has a science itch and it has to do with thermal pool cooling and Gym is also involved. Plus more!

Episode 301 - Throw Chewbacca through a wood chipper

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:59:00 GMT

This week the guys fret a little over where where they have hair and where they don't. Do you have a beard and how do you manage it's cleanliness? Do food eating challenges interest you at all? Gym reports on his Loco Cooker griddle likes. It's been real hot here in the Sacramanto area. For science Gym ordered a pool chilling fountain for his pool. Foo does a deep dive on helping his kids for AP Euro History and Biology. Facebook Marketplace is a blessing and a curse. Foo loves on the Apple Pencil 2 in use with an iPad. Gym helps his father-in-law with a security concern.

Episode 300 - Speeches and a whole bunch of hikes

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 05:38:00 GMT

The guys start out with some discussion about the current heat wave. Foo does a deep dive on how misters work to make things cool down. Can you wear your ear buds all the time? Gym has a probem with the Toro and it might be dead. Foo ends up at Folsom Lake riding wave runners for his nephew's birthday. Gym finally gets his griddle. Foo shops at new store, finds new salads and Doritos, blows his mind. Score your hot dogs. Plus more!

Episode 299 - Foo is Mr. Optimistic

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:03:00 GMT

This week the guys start out with some gaming conversion with talk about XBOX Games Pass and PlayStation Plus. There are some tips for upgrading your PS5 storage. Foo fixes his HDMI power problem and ends up playing Destiny with Gym. Gym has new info about the long lost Meatstick from last year. Gym finally ordered his Loco Cooker griddle. Foo is Mr. Optimistic. Foo finds the Planet Fitness to be less busy as of late but that doesn't mean there won't be some clown using the 30 minute workout area to text and watch TikTok. PSA: Use the proper weight while working out. Gym likes working out in the pool. Plus more!

Episode 298 - Should we boil this? Nah...

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 04:50:00 GMT

This week the guys kick of talking about IRN BRU. It's Juneteenth, and celebrate? Join a discussion about how some holidays are hard to celebrate considering their origin. Gym has a birthday and go Rail Exploring and have a blast. Gym says you should go see Inside Out 2. Foo wants donuts for Father's Day and labels should be part of the process. Foo is astounded by what he sees at Mongolian BBQ. Gym is still fighting with Lowe's over emptied Gift Cards and still wants to place an order. Gym is upset with Vanilla VISA gift cards. Sometimes shipping tracking info doesn't represent where the item is. Plus more!

Episode 297 - I'm the cool guy, suck it

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 04:48:00 GMT

This week, Foo is on call and very busy. Gym can't pay for dinner. Being on-call sucks. The evolution of your work knowledge changes over time. The guys taste a soda from IRN BRU from the UK and it's unique. Gym tries to order a flatop griddle from Lowe's and it goes very sideways and he's unahappy. Foo's rangetop doesn't light on it's own and he doesn't want to replace it. Chemical Guys screwed up and the guys are looking to move on. Plus more!

Episode 296 - Play Destiny

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 04:34:00 GMT

This week the guys kick off talkign about Young Sheldon and Big Bang Theory. The guys have run into a triple digit heat wave. Gym has good plumbing ideas. Foo picks up the girls from the airport dressed as a driver. Gym recalls when his now wife surprised him with a trip to Disneyland. Food delivery apps are too expensive for the Sad Dads. The guys are peticular about the fresheness of their food. Gym buys a PS5 and the process was frustrating. Gym tries some new games like Destiny while Foo has taken the week off to play the new Destiny. Gym's cabinet fans died. Plus more!

Episode 295 - Automated Tasering System

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:27:00 GMT

This week the guys discuss some animals that shouldn't be pets. The final Melly move has occured! The U-Haul guy tells us a life changing event and it catches us off guard. Donating and thrifting clothes is a pretty cool way to go. Gym tells a little bit about Melly's next steps in her journey to becoming a doctor. Foo does a dive into making waffles and Gym would love to figure out how to recreate Zelda's pizza dough. The guys finish up the show hungry. Plus more!

Episode 294 - Vivid imagery Apology

Thu, 23 May 2024 05:01:00 GMT

Foo opens up with an apology. Foo's girls are in Europe. Gym's dentist office wen to Club 33. Foo would've bought Kings season tickets if they would have pulled him off the waiting list. Season passes to D'land. Foo studies with Zander. Foo and Zander watch Turning Point. Foo makes Japanese sushi balls and they are Instagram worthy. Gym makes smash burgers. Plus more!

Episode 293 - My wife is not stronger than me

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:06:00 GMT

The guys are already getting hit with some heat and they don't like it. Laser etching stuff and a possible business opportunity? Gym gets his pool cleaned up and it's a process. Gym recommends getting replacement canopies at gardenwinds.com (not a sponsor). The sun is a killer... of all things fabric and left outdoors. Foo has experimented with different materials for his patio cover. The morning sun affects Foo's garage door opener sensors. It turns out, Foo's wife is very good and making pottery. Plus more!

Episode 292 - When I see one I heave, every time

Thu, 09 May 2024 05:15:00 GMT

This week Gym learns how close he was to being thrown out of the garage over guac. Foo has a funny encounter with a guy in a Focus ST. Gym gets passed but doesn't let it stand, also he's 6. We wonder, are salvage title cars OK for normal use? Amazon is spoiling us and making brick and mortar businesses look bad. The Rivian Amazon trucks are cool. Alexa can listen to a whisper and respond in a whisper. Gym makes a Shortcut to make a reminder about his garbage day. Foo literally almost vomits when he sees a Bronco Sport and it gets looks. Plus more!

Episode 291 - Foo freaks out over lime

Thu, 02 May 2024 05:02:00 GMT

Foo is beside himself that Gym doesn't like Lime in his Mexican food or Guac. Gym and his son saw Helmet last week and he's still blown away after seeing them. Secrets Revealed: Foo is a big fan of Taytlor Swift, but her latest album is a bit of a miss for him. What are the expectations for employment if you have face tattoos? The current gen has lost the grasp of the American dream and that makes us sad. The path to home ownership these days is just too much for the current generation of home buyers. Zander is in an AP Euro History class and he learning about the Cold War. Gym recommends Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War. Plus more!

Episode 290 - C'mon, Mr. Coffee?

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:30:00 GMT

This week Gym goes on a deep dive over espresso machines. The guys both agree on their position on beer and that their flavors are subpar. Living in "Dad Mode" is a thing and affects the guys in different ways. Buying a six pack of soemthing you're never going to finish is wastefull. Foo has an amazing ability to metabolize alcohol. Plus more!

Episode 289 - Your kids are no longer claimed as dependents

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 04:24:00 GMT

This week Foo is asking about getting your doc the samples... yes, that sample. Gym finishes his taxes at what feels to be the last minute, are we the only country that tortures it's citizens with this burden? Melly is experiencing some different workplace experiences with interships and an externship. When is it time to take the keys away from the older generation? Gym has an unbelievable high school story involving his brother. Foo's dad renews his driver's license. Gym has never changed his 28 year old Toro's air filter. Country folk are hard on their equipment. Plus more!

Episode 288 - Hey bro, it's not my car, man!

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:28:00 GMT

This week Foo is having trouble with his available time. Gym's daughter drives home and suprises people. Some people enjoy the drive, some people tolerate it and some people despise it. Gym's dad advice falls on deaf ears and what can you do. The guys become those guys as they talk about how much has changed around here. Gym complains about tickets at a local music venue. What it must've been like drive some of these routes in a horse drawn wagon. Foo has a story about a bro in a suit. Gym and the mystery of the missing car at Walmart. Plus more!

Episode 287 - How the big business works

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:11:00 GMT

Gym is fed up with the cost of everything which stems directly from corporate greed. Insurance in CA is going up along with everyting else and it might be time to shop around. Comapnies that literally cause havoc on communities, extend rate increases all while the CEOs earn big bonuses and there's no accountability. Foo tries to teach the importance of work ethic on his kids. Gym finally is able to deliver the Subi back to Melly. Gym goes to Jury Duty. The guys reminisce about AJA's NAB parties, good times. Plus more!

Episode 286 - At some point I'm gonna end up buying the thing

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:07:00 GMT

This week the guys are amazed with sciency things like water and magnets. Car transmissions are magic, can we at least agre on that? Gym has some sketchy car breakdowns from the days of yor. Audio upgrades in today's cars are not doable. Gym fixes a nasty rattle on the Subi. Foo goes for a satisfying snowboard day, Piper gets some pointers, and Foo forgets sunscreen. Foo spills all of the protein shake. Gym orders the viral TikTok pans. The uncanny ability for cross marketing on your devices and across apps. Plus more!

Episode 285 - He looks down and sees Mickey Mouse

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:42:00 GMT

This week Foo has questions about where Gym buys his meat for smoking. Smoking Chuck Roast as if it were brisket. Foo goes to Land Ocean for dinner and they have an unintended guest. Gym finds that Max has instincts. Foo gets a new smoker and it's pretty cool. Making smokey noms. Plus more!

Episode 284 - Do you know what soaking is?

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:34:00 GMT

This week the guys contemplate soaking, shaking and, uh, bagpiping? Gym has a big update on the Subaru and there's Subi West things to talk about. Foo will be picking up the Explorer. Thinking back on old school land line phones. Foo had an incredibly timed happening during the Super Bowl. Foo contemplates going to his 30 year high school reunion but Gym is not convinced. Plus more!

Episode 283 - I kill mowers

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:05:00 GMT

This week we vote. Foo has a problem with candidates that don't even take the time to have their info available in the state wide voting pamphlet. Gym's wife is doing good with her work union. We have updates on our current vehicle woes (Exlplorer and Forester). Shops that are confrontational with new customers aren't the shop for us. Foo gets a mower. Battery operated yard tools might be problematic. Foo gets a new Nest that does new Nest stuff. Do you use Scenes with your home automation? Plus more!

Episode 282 - We need that pile over here now

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:53:00 GMT

The guys find themselves in a place that seems like they always get hit with something and the struggle is real. Gym's daughter's Subaru needs a head gasket. Foo also potentially has a car issue with the Explorer that seems to be losing coolant. People's needs for cars are so different. Gym's neighbor has a car issue on a loaner, HINT, it's rodents. Foo takes his son skiing and the results are in. Skier finds a snowboarder buried head first in a tree well. Plus more!

Episode 281 - All I need to know is how do I get to Jack Reacher?

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:40:00 GMT

This week Gym talks alot about rain and driving in the rain but also, his daughter's 09 Subaru Forester has a head gasket issue on their drive home from Portland. Foo also has a problem with MeMaw, his '89 Nissan Hardbody, and it's going to need an engine. Gym drives in a crazy rain storm over the weekend and other sketchy rain driving situations. Foo's Dad comes over and needs help with BluRays, a Firestick and ordering a chainsaw. Plus more!

Episode 280 - Really we need a drummer

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:59:00 GMT

This week the guys start by talking about some technical jargon about thier lighting. Gym needs to checkin for his flight. Happy Valentine's Day! Gym goes to an interesting show to see Rival Schools and there are other bands he's never heard of. There's some new Japanese music that is pretty good. How do you find new music? Foo uses different services to generate music suggestions that he's never heard. Gym talks about 7 Seconds and Burn Baby Burn. The guys talk abut playing instruments when they were younger and it's hard. Dave Grohl is a genius. Reminiscing about how the music we listened to started making it to radio. Vinyl has a wonderful sound. Plus more!

Episode 279 - I want to win

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:13:00 GMT

Crab feeds and making things for charitable fund raising. The guys haven't won the lottery and wonder how much money makes it to the schools. The Sad Dads make a visit with Dave and Nat Sampson and it's a good time as usual. Can you trade a partial dollar for an actual dollar at the bank? Does anyone use cash anymore? Gym has declined payments with his Apple Watch and has figured out why. Gym had a stigma with the term "that sucks" when he was a kid in the 80's. Parking by braille. There's a buzzer that sounds when we lose power on our recording stack mid show, we appologize for the untimely death of the Belkin Power Strip. Plus more!

Episode 278 - Shotguns and angry faces

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:57:00 GMT

For some reason the guys start out talking about dead farm animals, horses, sheep, cows. Foo has a lame horse story. Gym rode a donkey in Yosemite. Farmers agree on stuff with a handshake and that's cool. Some local areas have a strange mix of new homes and farmland. Gym admits that he is not farm at all and his calling card is the ocean and beach areas. Foo talks about his less than stellar food experience when he went snowboarding. Both guys pine for visiting Disneyland and Foo is interested in Bounding. Plus more!

Episode 277 - Time to tackle the drywall

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 GMT

This week Foo finds Vice Grip Garage to be informative and potentialy very helpful. Gym has an update on his MyQ debacle and the ratgdo solution. Gym has a weekend of practically nothing. Foo does some work on his Nissan Hardbody. Foo goes snowboarding. Gym finds the cost re-entry into snowboarding to be too high. The guys talk about gong to the gym again but Gym is struggling to find motivation. Plus more!

Episode 276 - You can't poke it too hard

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:18:00 GMT

This week the guys contemplate their comfort level when driving in the snow. There's some chat about AWD vs 4WD snow driving. Gym has a sketchy drive in the snow in a PT Cruiser. Foo has a heater/coolant issue with their Explorer and that prompts a look to possibly replace it. That turns into a discussion about how expensive new cars are now. We firmly believe in not paying delaer markups for any new car. Subscription services for car features are lame. Gym hates the Telsa center screen stack for the driver. Gym is hoping his daughter drives part of the Portland to Sac drive at least. Hard disk storage is insanely huge, insanely fast and insanely cheap now. How much storage does a streaming service use? Foo wonders what you'll grab from his house if the Russians invade. Plus more!

Episode 275 - We lost Jax

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:48:00 GMT

This week is filled with sadness when Foo reveals the loss of his boxer, Jax, and he's picking up the pieces. Rest in peace, buddy. Cats are fickled pets. Gym has an issue with his Christmas tree's lighting. Foo has forced his Christmas house lighting for next year. Foo finds the dripless calk gun. Gym is curious about rust converter and how it works. Foo has plans for his Nissan hardbody. Foo finds a suprise way of getting a jump pack. Plus more!

Episode 274 - I was in Power Shell all day

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:56:00 GMT

We made it to the end of the year. Foo gets his 401k match for the year and it's a sore subject. Foo gets a New Years Even call about.. cigars? Gym has a low key, if not frustrating, New Years. Gym is a bit under the weather and thinks it has something to do with leaves. Using the proper sharp knife is safer than using the wrong or dull knife. Gym wants to try using a bow and arrow. When your business sign just says LIQUOR. Foo and his wife is working on fine tuning their diets in the new year. Foo recommends Yoga. Plus more!

Episode 273 - The Meat Stick is real

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 05:54:00 GMT

The guys figure out that Christmas is on a Wedenesday next year and it's not ideal. The guys struggle with misplacing things they know they own but they just can't be found. Gym got a Meat Stick and it's a real thing. Foo has Chinese food on Christmas Eve. Gym gets a new turntable and a can crusher. Foo gets in trouble for trying to recylce cans with rocks in them. Did you get spanked as a kid? Piper gets a shirt from The Bear. Foo gets some things that he needed for motorcycle riding. Foo is ready to shred some meat. Foo sings the praises of the smoker tubes. Next week: Amazon Prime Video Ads. Plus more!

Episode 272 - We're playing wack-a-mole

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:58:00 GMT

We discuss Ad Blockers and weigh the benefits and the downsides. Foo gets frustrated trying to stream a 49ers game on his PC. Gym had a scare with his father-in-law's PC and an almost scammer situation. The problem with the new changes to solar power distribution and feeding to the grid. PG&E running new power into the ground. Good Christmas gift idea? Foo loves the strip headlamp lights. Have a great Christmas!

Episode 271 - It's really called a carpet rake?

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:37:00 GMT

Dataz wonders if the Moon landing is real and the Sad Dads have concerns. Foo makes sure his kids understand the hot water heater. Gym has a sad revelation regarding his MyQ garage door opener and Apple HomeKit and has found a possible solution. Foo gave up on Philips Hue. Foo misses his fireplace and starts using YouTube to play fireplace videos, Gym suggests MagicFireplace on AppleTV. Gym remembers the carpet rake. Plus more!

Episode 270 - Tankless hot water heater

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:46:00 GMT

Foo takes evasive action with 5 pounds of weight to keep Jax out of the Trash. Maybe a Trash compacter could help? Don't take your dog into the grocery store (unless its a service animal). The dog walking things we put up with. What if we greeted other humans like dogs greet other dogs. To follow up from last week, Gym gets a new garage door opener. Foo is worried about his hot water heater. Gym has a theory on his hot water heater's use. Shaving habits of the Sad Dads. Plus more!

Episode 269 - Whittling off cool things

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:45:00 GMT

This week the guys may have finally fixed their long standing camera issue! Video production is hard. Foo becomes that Dad and it hits him. Gym has a hectic Thanksgiving for several reasons. Foo figures out a new way to make turkey and it pleases him. Gym weighs in on the new Hunger Games film. Foo says that Tom Cruise runs really weird. Gym takes his car back into the show for an evap leak. The guys get Christmas decorations up. Foo finds some new outdoor lights but can't quite get them in time. Foo is getting christmas lists from his kids. Gym's garage door opener takes a dump but he might be able to repair it. Muscle memory is real. Gym has a weird dishwasher fix. Plus more!

Episode 268 - Chew on the gristle

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:53:00 GMT

Foo talks about some funny bathroom humor comedy from Pete Holmes and the shake. Gym finally got his car back... and it has a check engine light (surprised?). Gym smokes a brisket for Thanksgiving and it's huge. Foo says everyone has butternut squash recipe, true? Foo tweaks his stew recipe and now finds it to be perfect. Do you like to chew gristle? How do you like your beef cooked? How is a truck's tow rating calculated? Foo finds some unprepared truck guys and he's put off. Foo doesn't want to step on toes when it comes to helping with Zander's band. CarPlay Share. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Thanks for listening!

Episode 267 - The toilet paper is still terrible.

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:46:00 GMT

Foo realizes that we started Season 6 of Sad Dads, thanks for being part of it. Foo goes the other way on his use of clean water with his netty pot. Foo goes to Disneyland and enjoys the time with his father-in-law. Foo's drive becomes a teaching moment about electric cars with his father-in-law. Foo sights a real live Cyber Truck and he, and everyone else in the car... hates it. Gym says don't be the fastest guy on the highway. Foo enjoys Churros, if you didn't know. Disneyland app had an authtication error wheile they were at the park. Disnelyland is considering using drones instead of actual fireworks. Plus more!

Episode 266 - She Roto Rootered me

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:45:00 GMT

This weeks show is recorded a day early and Foo has concerns. Foo got a little sumthin sumthin, but how'd he get it? Both guys do not take alot of meds, but will if the need arises. Gym throws his back out but gets it back into shape adn this was how. Do you use those high powered muscle massagers? Dataz buys a truck. Gym has a Caddy update. Foo wonders at what point does Gym get rid of the Caddy? is buying a Tesla evil bcause of HIM? Plus more!

Episode 265 - The Please Take One Halloween Bowl

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:39:00 GMT

This week Gym gets bit under the covers. The guys talk about their production challaneges. Is Ginger Ale a drink you drink all the time or just on a plane? Foo gets specific in his beer tastes. We don't even come close to drinking and driving. Changes in attitudes over the years towards things like seat belts, drinking and driving, etc. Foo gets his CA RealID. Gym forgets to pay for his car registration on his car that's not even in his posession. The please take one Halloween Candy Bowl is the same thing as returning your cart. Gym and his wife carve pumpkins. Plus more!

Episode 264 - Three gallons and a little bit

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:04:00 GMT

This week the guys get into a discussion about motorcycle gas mileage. An update on Gym's Cadillac and no news is good news? Gym's back gives out for only the best reason. Having a decent chair when you work from home is paramount. Drink your water and get a checkup. Faced with a large doctor's bill would you get a proceedure that won't be covered? Gym finally updates his home theater amplifier. The guys geek out a bit on Ahsoka and Star Wars. Plus more!

Episode 263 - Internships, Externships and hangers

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:37:00 GMT

This week Gym goes to move his daughter to an internship on Oregon. There's a story about hangers and Costco. Gym has a proposal and wants to know how much would you sell your dog for, or would you? Gym realizes the niceties of CarPlay systems in a borrowed vehicle that doesn't have it. Arnold Schwarzenegger wnats you to know that it's not a tumor. Foo tells Gym about a new feature in CarPlay that needs to be used. Foo wants to know what your 4 Go To dishes are. The challenges of cooking vegetrian and non-vegetarian meals at the same time for two people. Plus more!

Episode 262 - Go watch The Bear, now.

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 05:01:00 GMT

This week the Sad dads wonder if Binaca is still a thing and remember the Zima days. Jon digs a drunk hole. Watch the Bear, please, we beg you, pretty please. Foo digs shoe shining videos. What bothers you to watch on TV? Do you wear a mask when you do yard work? Foo finally gets his bike legalized, street worthy and gets to riding. Gym does a CR-V throttle body cleaning and idle relearn. Gym's daughter is in the October issue of Costco Connection magazine as a Squishmallow collector. Plus more!

Episode 261 - Destroyer of flies

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:39:00 GMT

This week the guys seem interested in pest abatement. Foo's Dad has some interesting fruit. Dataz and his fiance finally have a venue for their wedding. Gym gets a new iPhone 15 Pro. Are current phones worth their price tag? Finally Apple Maps have offline map capabilities. Foo's Dad inadvertently disables using highways on Maps. Gym has a take on the VW iD.4. EV charging issues abound still today and Tesla does it right. Foo wants us to watch The Bear on Hulu. Plus more!

Episode 260 - Fixing s**t is cool

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:52:00 GMT

Gym extolls the virtues of his CPAP machine and helps out his FIL with his. Do you sleep with an extra pillow or a body pillow? Foo has some DMV difficulties but also has an easier solution than actually going to the DMV. Is your mileage lower post-covid and has that affected your insurance premiums? Gym has a quick impression about the VM ID4. Rivians are shredding tires. Foo gets a new to him 1989 Nissan Hardbody and it's pretty nice but he's got some sorting to do. Plus more.

Episode 259 - Mosquitos Everywhere

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:37:00 GMT

This week Gym talks about getting wrecked by mosquitos. Gym has a small update on the Caddy. Gym breaks his iPhone screen and has it replaced, but it's never that easy, right? IPhone 15 and 15 Pro are announced and Gym and his wife are in line while Foo gets drowned with notifications during it's announcement. Gym finds a super neat feature in macOS that he didn't know existed. is it worth upgrading to 10Gb network hardware at home for a 2Gb fiber connection? Foo has some shows he wants to recommend. Plus more!

Episode 258 - Labor Day is just that, labor

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:42:00 GMT

Gym learns what labor day means by working the entire weekend with car repair, car detailing and yardwork. Foo finds a bit of balance in his holiday weekend and repairs his AC condensor. A little detail on Gym's struggle in the CR-V belt installation. Selling Foo's RV at Sierra College Auto Fair. Dataz sells his GTI and looking at trucks with him. Foo is also ready to buy himslef a truck. Plus more!

Episode 257 - Get him some shoes!

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:31:00 GMT

This week we want to know if you're a sunroof/moonroof person? Do you like to drive with your windows dow even if it hot? Gym is a moonroof guy but dislikes the ATS's noisy wind deflector. Thanks to Foo for always being there. Tony Overbay gets discussed becasue he's happy doing his current career path and you should do what makes you happy. Would you be willing to go back to school to fulfill a dream in your 50's? Gym has an idea on his own small business. Cupcake business selling Squishmallows? Foo suggests using chopsticks for cleanliness. Gym tackles a toilet repair and gets in deep. Zander, the eggs are done.

Episode 256 - Foo has tempted the Auto Gods

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 04:57:00 GMT

Gym starts us off with yet another broken Caddy story, does it ever end? 3D Printing with concrete is neat. AI in the world of new jobs. Foo is generating more AI pics. Foo wants to know what you think about electric bikes (lady or not?). One Wheel racing and it's pitfalls. Gym witnesses a couple guys stealing from his local grocery store and that prompts a coversation about the current state of theft. Plus more (Check your oil, Tony)!

Episode 255 - Foo has a callous tunnel

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:35:00 GMT

This week the guys start out talking about our unusual and what seems to be brutally hot weather. Foo finds a biting fly? Foo doesn't talk about HVAC, so there's no need to worry that he does. Dataz has a house warming party. Foo goes to an Opera and Gym has questions. Foo nicks up his hands working on his bike. Make sure your kids know how to fill their tires. Plus more!

Episode 254 - I need a lug nut

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:58:00 GMT

This week Foo thinks he's being messed with. Dataz finds Foo returning the cart and the look is unflattering. Gym already needs a new windshield and they wonder where the glass comes from. Foo throws away some lug nuts, ends up needing some. Foo gets stranger comments on his large Apple Watch Ultra. Gym heads to Fort Brag and finds a recomendable driver's road plus some good beaches. Gym finds that his Cadillac lacks bolstering in the seats. Gym is surpprised by the lack of fire damage around Clear Lake. The guys talk about Maui Lahaina and it's devastating fire. Plus more!

Episode 253 - With all the flavors added

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:57:00 GMT

This week Foo professes his love for Stouffer's Lasagna. Gym talks Ike's Sandwiches and Foo goes to an all you can eat sushi bar and finds some soap. Foo can't have cocomut water. Gym learns how rain sensing wipers work. Foo talks about Midjourney, the AI bot that generates photos, and goes on a deep dive. Plus more!

Episode 252 - How do you self care?

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:37:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about self care and it's importance. Gym struggles with a slew if bad luck than seems to have no end. Foo makes smash tacos. Pull up to a baseball game and sell some food. Foo cleans his HVAC condesor coils and feels guilty about it. The guys talk about ways to make yur HVAC more efficient. Plus more!

Episode 251 - I gotta eat extra broccoli

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:34:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about Crush powder packets transforming drinks. How much sugar we ate as kids and how we do try to do better as adults. Alergic reactions that surprised us. Gym chronicles his latest HVAC problems and learns a bit about A/C systems. Would misters help cool your HAVAC comressor? Gym has EVAP issues on the Caddy. Foo has a visito that seaching for something. Foo has a name for his non-existent cat. Plus more!

Episode 250 - Everyone loves Dee's Nuts

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:13:00 GMT

There's a ton of stuff going on this week, Gym's son gets a glimpse of the house they are moving into and it's not pretty. Foo is excited for his Fiji cookbook. Gym bring over some peanuts to try from Dee's Nuts. Foo upgrades his accessibilty with a Smart lock, Foo buys a welder on Prime day Sale. Goats show up in the middle of the show, could be a habit? Gym finishes painting the front of his house while Foo needs to replace an outdoor cieling fan.

Episode 249 - You can have patriotism without being reckless

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 04:45:00 GMT

The guys cover cooking for the 4th of July with smoking ribs, homemade baked beans, making smash burgers, among others. Gym becomes a cord cutter and is anxious. Where do you get your news and do you care about local TV? Who is th is Thomas the Thomad character? Illegal fireworks are out of control and the guys sound off. Plus more!

Episode 248 - Foo gives a daunting look

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 05:20:59 GMT

This week the Sad Dads cover getting too much sun, Foo has a look that apparently can move mountains or at least shopping carts, Gym's kids have a couple of days, Gym makes pizza at home on the grill, Foo becomes a Blackstone griddle man, Gym cashes a check, Gym's daughter gets recognized, Foo needs more Target birds, plus more!

Episode 247 - Fiji Wedding!

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 05:57:41 GMT

The Sad Dads do some organization in their garages. Gym has a sprinkler valve go rogue. Why can our city overwater while we get heavily scrutinized. Foo's daughter gets in an accident right before leaving for Fiji and Foo tries to contain the mess. Foo talks about his top to Fiji, the staff, food, Zander and wedding. Plus more!

Episode 246 - It's a Miner's Inch with Dave Sampson

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:17:34 GMT

This week Dave Sampson comes and fills in for Foo and offers Gym a few tools to borrow, Gym buys his son a mower and all was wrong, hardware parts shortages make engineers be clever, Gym wants to organize his garage, Dave installs a water softener, Dave gets irrigation water rights on his property, Gym wants a new home theater amp with HDMI, Dave wants to talk about Vision Pro, UFO's are the thing, plus much more!

Episode 245 - Chat GPT fueled business?

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:51:51 GMT

Foo asks what made Gym tick in school and we deep dive on how little things can impact your school years. Can you retire early with Chat GPT formulated business? Foo struggles with getting an oil drain plug out of his Miata's oil pan. Gym has icicles in his freezer and jury duty. Plus more.

Episode 244 - Is tipping out of control?

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:24:54 GMT

This week the guys want to know if you play devil's advocate for a side that opposes your belief? Tipping has become more prominent, how do you handle it? Foo gets a griddle desires BBQ times. Summer projects. Foo takes Jax for a run and it works. Pick up your dog's poop. Plus more!

Episode 243 - I have a cart problem

Thu, 25 May 2023 05:12:53 GMT

This week Foo fills us in on his couch situation and it's Love Sac-ish. The dogs might play fetch, might not. Foo can't stop returning carts, ALL of the carts. Kei cars, what are they? Gym has a grocery shopping strategy. More Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Foo isn't finding the time for gaming. Gym fixes his BiL's car A/C. Gym finds a new method for repairing headlamps using science. Plus more!

Episode 242 - Regurgitating decades of knowledge

Thu, 18 May 2023 05:28:01 GMT

This week the guys start out with some talk about one of their favorite YouTube channels, Vice Grip Garage. Gym is playing the new Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and can't say enough good about it. Mother's days descended upon us and there were highs and lows. Foo wants to know what makes you and your significant other know they are your person? Plus more!

Episode 241 - Sometimes I just need third breakfast

Thu, 11 May 2023 04:47:00 GMT

This week Gym's tummy isn't happy and Foo explains this new milk aversion. The guys go gaga for cereal. Foo finds a funny TikTok about mango opening. The guys talk about outdoor griddles. Gym gets a good deal at Lowe's. Foo struggles with trying to upgrade his Dad's car stereo because car these days and Gym feels that. Are they "worth it" Raptor mods? Plus more!

Episode 240 - A little bit of therapy

Thu, 04 May 2023 04:52:02 GMT

This week Foo lets us in on a difficult week where he loses one of his best friends. Gym has car news! Gym's son get engaged. The roads in Tahoe are terrible. Gym's son asks Foo for a favor. Plus much more!

Episode 239 - Skippy, go get lunch

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 05:40:14 GMT

This week Foo finds a spider and it becomes a thing. Foo comes across and unknown man who has a gun? We contemplate a bunch of recent unusual crime in our area. Your name is now Skippy. Foo hits up Weiner Works. The debate is on, how close to close are you willing to visit a restaurant? Plus more!

Episode 238 - The saddest Dad sigh ever

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:07:06 GMT

This week Foo deals with a dog's off day and that tanks his day, Gym provides a Caddy update, does your dental hygienist try and talk to you while cleaning? Do you have a problem with your teeth getting polished? Foo helps his Dad with some NID ditch maintenance and runs into a parking problem. Foo is all in on electric chainsaws, plus more!

Episode 237 - I'm not gonna make mud pies

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 05:17:22 GMT

This week Foo informs Gym he has polyps but probably no one cares, Gym has a Cadillac update (hint: it's no good), Gym wants to make a new Next Door post series about all the poops that have been left behind, do you have quitters in your life? The Jeep finally leaves Foo, the benefit of having the paper tools for the job, Foo does yard work the old school way and his dad shows up and he ends up with a new tool, plus more!

Episode 236 - I need a mechanic friend

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:13:34 GMT

This week the guys talk about Gym's ongoing and never ending Cadillac problem and Gym has a hypothesis even if the shop isn't communicating, ICE cars are going away and quicker than we think, riding in the way back (if you know, you know), yes we drank from a hose, Foo hilariously struggles with his netty pot after a previous Gym comment, Gym gets to see her daughter in action at her school and is proud, plus more!

Episode 235 - Just homies killing time

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 05:12:53 GMT

This week the guys talk about the interesting world of audio engineering and foley, the previous days where sampling was acceptable in music, Foo has a long lost performance of the Sweater Song, Gym takes on some vinyl from an old friend, the days of shopping for music, Foo should buy a Honda S2000, Foo gives Gym a couple things, Foo's will has an odd request for the wife, plus more.

Episode 234 - Tickets to SEMA, please

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:52:14 GMT

This week the guys are getting caught in the rain, watching their neighbors pick up garbage around their neighborhoods, Foo finds a interesting way to teach a lesson to his kids, Gym finds his office's state of the company presentation refreshing, trade shows are a great way to get to know your coworkers and for camaraderie, both guys have some car repair stories, plus more.

Episode 233 - H.I.F.K.I.

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:56:01 GMT

Honestly, this week the guys are killing it, misperceptions in the gym, we think you shouldn't film you or others in the gym, deep down we are 12, do your kids of any age use colorful language and aren't they just words after all? Do you have a Zombie plan? What was your perception of the beginning of the pandemic? Buffing your headlights, plus more!

Episode 232 - Engine Code P2150

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 06:02:41 GMT

This week Gym expresses his frustration over his freshly repaired car, will it ever run right again?, some car repairs are highly specialized these days, Foo run through his less than reliable vehicles to try and make Gym feel better, Foo struggles with dad stuff in a situation that he couldn't resolve, the weather puts a damper on Foo's exercise routine, Gym plays some cheap Switch games, are you a reader? Plus more!

Episode 231 - Fight back or get hosed

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:04:39 GMT

This week we follow up on last week's Goofy talk, the garage heater is Gym's trunk, Gym updates us on the soap opera that is his car repair and urges you to never buy a Smart AutoCare warranty, Foo runs to the snowy foothills for a rescue operation that gets dicey and contemplates a more utilitarian 4WD situation, plus more!

Episode 230 - I'll be back in 90 seconds

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:10:23 GMT

We kick off with a deep discussion about Pluto and Brutus, Foo follows up on last week's discussion about cancer screening, Gym has a quick sample, the guys discuss The Last Of Us and some other shows, Gym paints a room, Foo fixes his cabinet lighting, the guys feel like smart devices are coming of age, plus more!

Episode 229 - S**tter's anxiety

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:19:35 GMT

This week, Foo is surprised by how little homework his kids have compared to when he was in high school and he helps his daughter with exams, Gym talks about his high school struggle to care enough, Gym's wife texts during the show the spots of coolant his newly repaired car is emitting, Foo does his colon cancer screening sample and hilarity ensues, bidet inclusive? Plus more!

Episode 228 - Eye roll powered devices

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:17:37 GMT

This week Gym gets his car back but it wasn't without it's personal challenges, Foo witnesses an issue with his dog, do CBD treats for dogs work? Gym tries to get the office painted finally, Gym is told about HomeBridge, Foo looks for a under cabinet lighting solution, Foo wants fart and eye roll powered devices, plus more!

Episode 227 - Sad Dads Tax time

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:52:08 GMT

This week Foo vents about taxes, going back to school an option?, Foo driving for Uber?, going to Dave and Nat for a dinner party, f'n rats!, Nat is our project hero, what weapons would you use for a zombie apocalypse? Plus more!

Episode 226 - Now you need a bus pass

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 06:26:39 GMT

This week the guys start out talking about one of their favorite YouTubers Vice Grip Garage, Foo becomes a farmer for a day and it's worth a listen, Gym gets the worst car news one can get and currently has no car.

Episode 225 - You're gonna lose that roof

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:55:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about one of the Jennifers in the White Lotus, the insane amount of rain and snow we've had and some of our own problems related to it, the guys reveal how they popped the question, Gym's car leaves him stranded, Foo has a car battery die, follow up on a couple of things, plus more!

Episode 224 - Snowboarding is for the soul

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 06:04:29 GMT

This week Gym recommends you see 8-Bit Christmas with Neil Patrick Harris, that leads into a short discussion about the old consoles, we talk about the breakdown of gender specific roles, Gym performs what should be a simple PCV surgery on his Caddy, Foo goes snowboarding with the fam and Gym is sad, plus more!

Episode 223 - It's not a pissing match

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 05:53:45 GMT

This week the guys start out talking about a little bit of Ingress, the guys are coming down after the holidays, California is getting smacked with storms, some of our satisfying YouTube content, Gym brings a whiskey smoker to test out, Foo brings some citrus tree factoids, Foo got a gift with no expectations, plus more.

Episode 222 - Greased up like a naughty monkey

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 05:41:39 GMT

This week the guys talk about Christmas happenings and timelines, meaningful gifts, stocking stuffers, baking, Foo makes the sweet bread, Foo gets a manicure, plus more!

Episode 221 - Last show before Christmas

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:48:27 GMT

This week Foo makes his own Christmas song, Foo has time off, but struggles with his aspirations, Gym's daughter and her Squishmallows, Foo has a serious lug nut issue, Mongolian etiquette, Foo enjoys some holiday big band music, plus more. Happy Holidays!

Episode 220 - It says you can't afford it Gym

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 05:30:00 GMT

This week we ponder the IKEA/Walmart chair quality question and Foo follows up on the Light Keeper Pro and how it works, live Christmas tree pricing, Gym struggles with replacing mini-lights, Foo is perplexed by Duraflame's log models, Cleaning your chimney and dryer vents, snow sports and it's elite pricing structure, plus more!

Episode 219 - Who steals someone's dog?

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:56:05 GMT

This week the guys ponder, is Walmart furniture better or worse than IKEA furniture? We're not sure. Gym helps a neighbor with a stolen dog situation, Foo shares a couple of dog break outs, different types of Smart Locks, Zander does a dish, someone pees in the fixture, Foo gets shy about Thomas the Thomas, RIP Noodle, plus more!

Episode 218 - Guiding Grandma to her Thanksgiving

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 06:12:24 GMT

This week the guys talk about photography, digital, analog... why Gym still prefers film, do you have a degree? Foo, comes to the aid of an elderly lady on Thanksgiving, Gym doesn't have any idea what's happening with his trash, what on earth is the Light Keeper Pro doing? Christmas shopping status? Check your car's lights! Plus more!

Episode 217 - Dangle!

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:30:00 GMT

This week Gym has concerns about his memory and Foo keys on a similar recent elopements with Chris Hemsworth, how money affects your time, and humans think they are so smart, Foo's dog has a dangler, the weird crossover of real life influences creeping into your dreams, the importance of Friendsgiving, do you participate in Black Friday? Plus more!

Episode 216 - Foo geeks out over Rise of the Resistance

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:45:06 GMT

This week the guys recover from no show last week and get right out of the gate on some car talk, mpg on the Twin Turbo V6 Explorer and driving CA Central Valley I-5, Foo gets a taste of adulting at Downtown Disney, Foo goes all out for dog watcher info, Foo finally made it to Rise of the Resistance but not without some drama, and Foo wants you to know how good Rise actually is, Foo perpetuates hero vibes at Disneyland, plus more!

Episode 215 - Halloween Punches

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:39:17 GMT

This week the guys discuss trips to the grocery shopping, shopping around and, of course, forgetting stuff, shopping and preparing meals that are vegetarian and not vegetarian, the guys attend a Halloween party at Zombie and Dragon's house, making food and drinks for the party, picking costumes, appeasing the picky eater, plus more!

Episode 214 - Cookies with a twist

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:06:01 GMT

Show starts with a little Ingress talk, Gym tells a interesting story about a chance meetup, Jason makes anniversary dinner, Gym's wife get some cookies but..., that turns into a conversation about cookies, Mmmm cookies, Foo wants to know what human feats or feelings get you feeling, Foo has a new Fat Tire bike that needs help, electric scooters, plus more!

Episode 213 - Hallucination of insects under skin

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 05:05:00 GMT

This week Gym fights a Subway App order snafu, Foo fights his internet connection, the guys share their experience with trying to keep their kid's phone usage under control, when does Apple do a USB-C phone? Foo has a recent experience with one of the dogs and seizures, plus more.

Episode 212 - Please reach out for help

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 05:13:18 GMT

This week Gym grapples with some sad news, Foo has some people he'd like to pay respects to, Foo goes motorcycle riding with Mike and is amazed with Mike's BMW and it's logging abilities, plus more.

Episode 211 - Introducing our wives!

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 05:21:58 GMT

This week we kick off Season 5 with a visit from out wives. Foo wants to know about the wive's Love language, Shana collects fabric birds and snowmen, Venus reads, Gym takes his wife to a punk rock show, What deep dive shows do you share with your significant other, the wives get a chance to pick us apart, What smart watch device works for you, plus more!

Episode 210 - Teach a man to fish

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:12:59 GMT

This week the guys follow up on some more Ingress chat are trying to grasp their new play style, Foo's dad finally gets a new phone, Foo's dad is having trouble getting a doctor's appointment, an update on my wife's union plight, Piper has a direction on her career that she's geeked up about, Foo has sexy time for a pen, plus more!

Episode 209 - Ingress extravaganza

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 05:41:27 GMT

This week the guys get torched by some Pringles, they have some Ingress news which came unexpectedly, being okay with talking about your struggles, lab experiments that are necessary? What's your love language? Be mindful of your hydration levels. Plus more!

Episode 208 - Don't be a happy clicker!

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 05:12:03 GMT

This week Gym requests that you don't be a happy clicker, Foo wants you to pay attention to your game, Gym learns about Union processes and hopefully people get their worth, Foo gets to fix a couple of laptops that scammers hit, plus more!

Episode 207 - Have a Short Snort

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 04:34:10 GMT

This week the guys are oppressively hot and are willing and able to tell you about it thanks to HVAC systems, can't take the dog out in this heat, is it possible to shade your house? Gym wants to know. When do the number of EVs start to make a difference at the pump? Ever had a key delivered to your car's roof? Gym has for some reason. Foo is displeased with Amazon Day deliveries. Words used in your family that no longer mean anything. Plus more!

Episode 206 - Ladies and gentlemen, we have a Pyle

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 05:18:30 GMT

This week Foo is forced to relearn how to exit his new dining table, mosquitos just need to go, Gym gets a non-Covid head cold, could we ever have another lockdown situation?, Foo runs West Wing in the background, Gym finds a troubling fault in the Star Wars realm, Mike trolls Foo with his own Star Wars related button lore, Gym has questions regarding the entirety of the Star Wars universe, plus more!

Episode 205 - Rode hard and put away wet

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 05:40:27 GMT

This week the guys roll with major technical problems but still manage to get a shout out and we apologize about the audio quality. Foo has a graduation party for his daughter, Gym's daughter grapples with technical issues at her new school, Foo tries to make Piper understand that she's in command of her own destiny at school now, Venus crashes the show, House of Dragons, UnCoupled, plus more!

Episode 204 - Home Equity line credit to run the AC

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 04:27:34 GMT

This week the guys talk about the current wave of heat, Foo has to back off a gym machine, Gym moves his daughter to Grad School and has the feels, Foo finds a helpful TikTok related to clothes fitment, a quick talk about Severance, plus more!

Episode 203 - We have too many LEDs going on in here

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 05:25:12 GMT

This week Foo battles with a horror film LED flashing problem, Gym battles with some LED bulbs he put in his headlights, Foo has a rave in his bathroom, both guys are tackling the kids heading back to school, Gym tries to sell Foo a timeshare, plus more!

Episode 202 - Doin' the bicep touch

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 04:57:00 GMT

This week Foo recants his most recent visit to the gym, adult sports leagues, talking about MLB and Vin Scully (RIP), Gym talks about Llama Parties, electric fences and an old artsy friend, Foo talks about the camping box, plus more.

Episode 201 - Foo is a Red Hatter

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 05:16:52 GMT

This week Foo relays a story where a red hat is involved, Gym enjoys making a stranger laugh unexpectedly, Gym continues to dial in Melly's Subaru, all the kids are starting in a new direction in the coming weeks, Gym misses the simple days of just making pizza and the benefits of having a good team firing on all cylinders, just win the lottery, are you a gambler? Plus more.

Episode 200 - You've already done the prep work

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:22:34 GMT

This week the guys discuss vasectomies, Gym's son moves out (again) and leaves Gym with some work to do at home, when couples telecommute, Stranger Things (with spoilers) and your happiness anchor music, plus more.

Episode 199 - Foo returns from the wilds of Alaska and...

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:27:22 GMT

This week Foo talks about his recent off-grid trip to Alaska for family guy time with ocean fishing, whale watching and serving as killer whale bait. Foo also ends up with Covid after coming back.

Episode 198 - Guest co-host Mike and the Super Big Party Scene

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:03:04 GMT

This week we have our friend Mike guest hosting in Foo's absence. We talk travel and machine gun sightings, Mike's son is learning how to drive, Chandler finally gets his GTI out of Gym's garage, we agree Chrysler products are horrible, taking care of your car to have the paint fail sucks, tools are expensive but they can save you money, we discuss Mike's knew surgery and his recovery, leaving the house is important, plus more.

Episode 197 - Special Guest host Dave Sampson talks about everything

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:08:30 GMT

Dave Sampson is in studio filling in for Foo this week. We cover a slew of topics, airplane efficiency, wrenching in your garage, Robot vacs and mops, ADHD/ADD, restless leg syndrome, having your neighbor be your doctor who's friends with your wife, 115 octane gas, Dave is a Mikita guy and we're still friends, Roe v Wade, guns?, Covid, plus more!

Episode 196 - Sacking the SDCP production crew

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 05:35:09 GMT

This week the guys reminisce about vacationing with their families when they were younger and appreciating the things we had. We discuss the problems of EP 195 and our apologies. Gym gets a new robot vacuum to replace the subpar one he had. Gym talks about his new grill. Does caffeine affect you, if so how much? #JetBlue tries. Foo realizes what's wrong with his garage door opener. Gym wants you to know that Level Lock is where is at. Plus more!

Episode 195 - It coulda been Spirit #JetBlue

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:21:15 GMT

This week Foo has got stories about his his trip to the East with a bunch of Middle Schoolers. Unscheduled stops in your flight to get gas. Foo rides the Beast boat in NY harbor that gets you wet but not getting wet. Foo becomes a part of the Blue Man Group show. Foo finds some good food, plus more!

Episode 194 - Washing 25 towels with guest Co-Host Tony Overbay

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:39:19 GMT

This week we have Tony Overbay, a Licensed Family Therapist and fellow podcaster, is filling in for absent Foo. Tony, a true Sad Dad who scrolls too long looking for a text thread, struggles with his son's towel mountain laundry, his daughter's recovery from a terrible accident, Tony's recent discovery that he's ADHD, plus much more.

Episode 193 - The neighbor kid is intoxicated and pregnant

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:58:05 GMT

This week the dads days are filled with all the Dad stuff. Foo gets ready to go on an end of school year trip with his son to DC, Foo's daughter turns 18 and graduates high school, and Foo's kids have end of year concerts. The guys talk about letting your kids have more freedom. Gym talks about his daughter graduating with her BA and her newfound Squishmallow fame plus the rest of what's to come. Plus more.

Episode 192 - She'll sit in the back and eat hot dogs

Thu, 26 May 2022 04:30:00 GMT

This week Foo becomes an accidental Lyft driver, some people have turbos but don't know, Gym finds out that they will likely be without cable TV and is figuring out the lay of the land and has questions, plus more!

Episode 191 - Open the banana from the bottom

Thu, 19 May 2022 04:30:00 GMT

This week Foo's kids show some interest in joining our gym, Foo learns from an Ape, Foo learns about, "three on the tree," Gym learns about his car's extended warranty and vacuum actuated motor mounts, Gym's weekend is filled with Pick-n-Pull and a GTI air intake repair, Haynes manuals are worth it, plus more.

Episode 190 - I put on the chef's coat and nothing else

Thu, 12 May 2022 05:17:10 GMT

This week the Dads give post mortem on Mother's Day where Foo overachieves and Gym leaves some on the table, Gym meets YouTuber Mike Burroughs at Stanceworks and geeks out, Gym's daughter goes after it and we're proud, California wants to give you gas money but have you driven California's roads? Our opinion on where some of this money could go and maybe to better use, plus more!

Episode 189 - Fig Bear Bleet?

Thu, 05 May 2022 04:30:00 GMT

This week's show kicks off with some observations about the Jesse Pinkman character in Breaking Bad, the dogs and their funny routines, paying back the dog with with farts, household games we play, stocking your necessities, Cards Against Humanity night and playing Among Us, dipping sauce, Foo's cookies, Scalloped potatoes, plus more!

Episode 188 - The most sour thing I've ever eaten

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 04:43:33 GMT

This week the Sad Dads try a super sour candy balls from the UK, some action in Gym's neighborhood, neighborhood social platforms, a brief Proud Dad moment as we boast about our kids achievements, plus more!

Episode 187 - 4-20, the best day of the year?

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 05:34:40 GMT

Today is a national treasure of epic proportions for a couple reasons, how little lotto money is enough, a new congressional district right here, update on rower lady, hydro massages, spring dad projects, plus more!

Episode 186 - Her motion on the rower hurts me

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 05:19:33 GMT

The guys have a gym episode and have some grudges about headphones, the lady that can't row, the guys have differing motivators for going to the gym, Gym is seeing some progress, Foo tilts the treadmill, maybe a Sad Dads 5k? Plus more!

Episode 185 - We're podcast morons

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:51:57 GMT

This week the guys have a milestone, Foo talks tattoos, Gym's perspective on his daughter's grad school journey, rent and home prices here in California equals sadness for our young people, car pricing is nuts, Gym has a theory on our economy woes, plus more!

Episode 184 - News from under a rock

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 05:05:27 GMT

This week the guys tackle the Will Smith and Chris Rock slap, the loss of Taylor Hawkins and Foo tries out the new Fortnite.

Episode 183 - Just be faster than the slowest guy

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:18:03 GMT

This week the guys try to be cool around some bugs, Gym has a gym update, a couple of confessed fears about public waterway swimming, Foo relays a Donut Media Jeep giveaway, starting old vehicles that have sat, plus more!

Episode 182 - Naked in baths together

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 05:13:03 GMT

This week the Sad Dads send good vibes to Alex, Tony's daughter, for speedy recovery, talking about the coaches and leaders of our kids and young people, Foo finds a potential radiologist in the house, analyzing the current job market, Foo isn't going to take that Wifi criticism lying down, plus more!

Episode 181 - Taco Truck Jelly beans with Mike

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:18:38 GMT

This week our good friend Mike stops by the studio for a chat, hang out with us while we taste test the Brach's Late Night Taco Truck jelly beans, chat about our current gas price situation, Mike talks about his recent travel nightmare, Foo upgrades his cable modem, Mike's road to becoming the Million Dollar Man, plus more!

Episode 180 - I have a man-crush on Dave Grohl

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:21:42 GMT

This week the guys talk about some animated series like Southpark, Beavis and Butthead, Gym has an epiphany with regards to his age, chat about Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters, allowing alcohol sampling, plus more!

Episode 179 - I'm eating Crayons

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:11:11 GMT

Join the guys as they start with a brief discussion about video editing and sysadmin work, the ongoing chip shortages affecting cars, Peloton having corrosion problems, Gym joins a, well, gym while Foo struggles with time to go, Foo talks about meal prep, Coinbase's QR code during the Super Bowl, plus more!

Episode 178 - This is not what I signed up for

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:52:06 GMT

This week the guys talk about the use of toilet paper and it's origins, bidets?, Foo gets to it with homework and watches Band of Brothers and a discussion ensues, Gym gets a new computer display, Foo installs new RV steps which turns into a pain in the neck, Chiropractor?, plus more!

Episode 177 - It should be easy on the ears

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 05:51:54 GMT

Gym fills Foo in on Band of Brothers, a brief talk previous generations trials and tribulations, advice for your vacation time, having experiences around college, moving Gym's daughter back to school, our own college experiences, finding the time and drive to do extracurricular projects, plus more!

Episode 176 - Those give me the tingles

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 05:46:32 GMT

This week Foo reads a submission from OG Sad Dad Ted, what is the dog doing in the back yard, Gym takes one to the chin, Sad Dads take on the Chamberlain MyQ, other smart stuff for the house, visual ASMR videos are satisfying, plus more!

Episode 175 - You're just going to die anyway

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:55:58 GMT

This week Gym harps on how terrible health insurance is, also Gym's daughter gets a generous housing gift for her last semester in college, upgrading Melly's MacBook Air's SSD, Foo's kids have an interesting answer for the "if you won the lottery" question, are you down with kicking your kids out? How are you with your kids spitting profanity?

Episode 174 - Butane bukake

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:04:51 GMT

This week Foo demonstrates the butane lighter filling, Gym explains the fix for his daughter's rear wiper, do you remove fuses to prevent airbags from popping when off-roading, Foo joins a gym and gets a little competitive, plus more!

Episode 173 - Just the Hippie Lettuce

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 06:09:42 GMT

This week the guys recollect tobacco products from days past, Foo doesn't like refilling the butane , Foo wants to jump a side by side, new dogs after the current ones leave us, Covid is coming for us all, plus more!

Episode 172 - The elephant in the room (x2)

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 06:31:51 GMT

This week you'll notice the guys are off a bit right away, Gym does some work to his daughter's Forester, Both Dads find eBay to be a great resource for car parts, Bronco or Wrangler?, Covid comes to SDCP again, plus more!

Episode 171 - Take a drink every time you hear the word Costco

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 06:27:56 GMT

This week Gym shares an odd Costco discovery and a shout out to Bambi Vegan Tacos, Foo wonders about going out and safety, Foo talks about gifts that went a little sideways, Gym talks about gifts that seem to keep on giving, The Apple Watch and other offerings, Foo's stew, plus more.

Episode 170 - Merry Christmas!

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:59:23 GMT

This week the guys talk about California's gas prices, Foo needs a business professional, Foo is just a dude, Foo run his half marathon, Gym lets his Christmas plans sneak up on him, Covid is still a consideration for holiday get togethers, Secret Santa gifts, plus more!

Episode 169 - Car cutting shenanigans

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 06:20:58 GMT

This week Foo has fun at the kid pickup area at the school, Gym struggles with a GFCI break and his Christmas lights, Foo gets the feels for Christmas music and his kids in some holiday productions, Foo fills us in on what's left for the Jeep project, plus more.

Episode 168 - Black is always ground

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 06:00:00 GMT

This week they guys dive ever so slightly into some politics, Apple TV+'s The Morning Show, Foo updates us on the Jeep project progress that has come with it's challenges, plus more!

Episode 167 - I was busy at your Mom's house

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:12:24 GMT

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! This week Gym recaps their recent trip to Disneyland for his daughter's birthday and you might be surprised, Disneyland had surprising good covid protocols, Foo has a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, Foo wonders about what women do to rap each other, Tennessee Peanut Company, Foo finds Cerakote for re-blacking your car's plastic, plus more!

Episode 166 - Sell me the Cool Ranch dust!

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving! This week Gym talks about his frustrations in his coming trip to Disneyland and it's irritating reservation system, Foo revels in over-dusted Cool Ranch Doritos, Foo steals an RV, plus more! Happy 21st Birthday, Melanie!

Episode 165 - There's no tea bagging in PONG

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 05:53:44 GMT

This week the guys talk about male yoga pants and Foo's Nike Vapor Flies, Foo wants to talk about gaming tea bagging and smack culture, Mandelorian Fly's Eyes, Foo gets new tires on the RV, Farm truck gets an audio upgrade (sorta), Gym's wife surprises him with some car knowledge, check your oil, anyone know what's wrong with the Jeep? Plus more!

Episode 164 - Special guest, Tony Overbay, in the studio!

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:52:50 GMT

We are so excited to have previous fill-in SDCP co-host, Tony Overbay on as a guest. We talk about his podcast, The Virtual Couch and Tony expels some knowledge as a licensed family therapist. Foo and Tony share their love of running. There's so much more!

Episode 163 - My wife kept me in check

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about how not to undersell yourself at work, what is the problem, that one is working or that no is is actually hiring? Working with an on-call pager, Foo goes to a football game for marching band, where are all the VW Cabriolets? Gym has constant brown water and it's weird, streaming shows, what to watch. Plus more!

Episode 162 - I didn't get enough time to use the light

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 05:29:41 GMT

This week walk into a production meeting, shorter days are here, they cover some fun sporty things from days gone by like frisbee golf, bowling, roller blading/skating, kickball, etc., THE Halloween party and costume thoughts, Foo gets into shortbread, plus more.

Episode 161 - Can't get to the end of the Tootsie Pop

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 05:22:39 GMT

Foo celebrates his 20 year anniversary, Band competition, parade and Japanese Precision walking, hitting the pumpkin patch and real Christmas trees, windmills, update on the Farm Truck, PG&E finally doing maintenance, plus more!

Episode 160 - Buy the bathwater

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 05:38:22 GMT

Foo finds himself alone at home for the first time in a long time, Gym has a strange and trying day with a mild dog issue and trying to solve one issue and creating another within his own home, Foo fixes the farm truck, Foo finds a glue that works, plus more.

Episode 159 - Godzilla of Sybians

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 05:02:45 GMT

This week Foo can't afford his Uncle's cabinets, Gym offers up one of his favorite YouTube channels, Foo wants to make corn hole boards, basketball diaries, Max the destroyer, the animals always entertain, some new kind of TikTok? And tons more.

Episode 158 - You can't do flat out porn

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:06:11 GMT

This week the guys cover the OnlyFans porn balk and what that means for the rest of the streaming services, update on Foo's brother and sister-in-law's house rebuild, Foo gets sad about internet speeds, Gym has a couple of networking stories, where did Bluetooth pairing PINs go? Venus gets a gig, and they discuss navigating workplace politics, plus more.

Episode 157 - I see your MAC address on the router

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:36:36 GMT

The guys remember the Parental Advisory and compare to today's music, Gym performs another repair on his fridge, Foo fights the A/C in his Dad's Dodge 2500, Gym orders Honda parts and the company is in hard mode, Foo's daughter is able to answer the question, Foo goes and sees Hamilton live, TED LASSO! Plus more.

Episode 156 - Did you ever blow out your knobs?

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 05:05:01 GMT

This week Gym talks about watching TV and the tech progress in TV in general to date, Gym has multiple fiber offerings, Gym takes the daughter and wife for a rock hunt, if you're getting older don't chance the injury, the Nikki Minaj vax story debacle, plus more!

Episode 155 - I have unlocked that achievement

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 04:59:38 GMT

Peanuts at the 'ol ball game, Sunflower seeds destroying your mouth, are you willing to go to a large sporting event, Gym has a paint mishap but it was all thumbs up, Foo's training regimen, how does the pandemic affect our young athletes, Foo gets interested in Spike Ball, Foo is nostalgic over the news of Matrix 4 news, plus more.

Episode 154 - If you destroy the dude in the canoe

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 05:22:49 GMT

The guys have a movie and streaming discussion covering Ozark, Manifest, Lost, Kim's Convenience, Ted Lasso, Mandelorian and Star Wars universe, A Quiet Place, Jason asks about accidental ball hits and wonders about if it's the same for women, plus more.

Episode 153 - Sorry for roasting nuts

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:21:14 GMT

This week the guys finally have a replacement camera in their system, they give their opinions on some of these new, fancy, crumbl cookies and cakes with too much frosting, food eating feats, Foo finds his new crack at Baskin Robbins, Foo continues his half marathon training, Gym gets annoyed with retailers who lock up their wares, plus more!

Episode 152 - Cameras with technical difficulties

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 05:11:25 GMT

This week the guys ride out a show where one of their cameras are giving them fits (sorry YouTube), Foo finds a new jug, 21st century version of the dog ate my homework, Foo starts training for half marathon and some young guys get involved, Dataz gets bit, plus more!

Episode 151 - It's a hot dog in a hallway, pal

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 05:00:18 GMT

This week Gym repairs a couch and gets a lesson in the current state of the economy, Foo laments couches that aren't as comfortable as they could be, Foo unrestricts his son's phone and demonstrates about the cost swell for the age bracket, refinancing your home, what part of the US is livable? Plus more!

Episode 150 - Road trip, man!

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:08:45 GMT

This week Gym tells a tale of a Pacific Northwest road trip and covid positivity, a story not to be missed. You can't pump your own gas in Oregon and Max is a mild mannered pup, Foo's dogs are aware you're cooking, always... plus more!

Episode 149 - Let's go pound Haulover Inlet

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 GMT

This week Foo gushes about his new whole house fan and talks about his hefty micro management of the system to maximize his cooling and electrical usage, when someone living in your house goes to Florida what do you do? Have you overpaid for a steak? Plus more.

Episode 148 - Fish in a barrel

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 05:16:45 GMT

This week the guys talk about the current state of covid, vaccines, and the return to offices, Gym talks about Charity Shop, Auction cars and Copart, doing projects that you're afraid to do, Foo has another disaster that hoses him, plus more.

Episode 147 - Dude, I know that one!

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 05:22:18 GMT

This week Foo grapples with being alone but with a caveat, Foo gives photo assignments to his kids, the guys realize how versatile Gym's famous dip is, Foo questions the soul stone's return process, Gym has an annoying viewing of Black Widow, Foo unclogs things, plus more.

Episode 146 - We're splashing around in a warm mud puddle

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 04:50:55 GMT

The guys are mortified at the upcoming weather forecast, Foo is going all in on cooling efficiency, agency control of your smart thermostat?, Sad Dads do 4th of July, Foo takes his holiday but has the guilty conscious, the law of things that could could go wrong do and the guys are sad, Gym burns then scrapes the burn off and is sad, plus more.

Episode 145 - Deal with it because we got kick @$$ tunes

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 05:29:45 GMT

This week's discussion kicks off with some nostalgic talk about the evolution of our car's audio setups, the challenges of upgrading audio systems in some modern cars, they discuss some cars from the Fast and Furious movie series, Gym really wants a lift in his garage, Foo remote controls his misters, The Evergiven's unfinished sailing, plus more!

Episode 144 - Really hot automotive open

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 04:37:43 GMT

This week the guys revisit some talk from last week regarding the epiphany of Hondas not always needing an oil filter change, Foo offers help to his daughter's friend and her Jeep, Miata braided brake lines, brake pads make a difference, Foo finally installs the misters, Haulover Inlet! Plus more.

Episode 143 - Dave Sampson, the fourth time

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 05:24:21 GMT

This week we have special guest Dave Sampson back in the studio, Gym reports on his 50th surprise birthday party, the guys talk misters, Dave deep dives on oil filters and Gym learns a thing, Dave talks about major part shortages, Dave talks about the benefits of an LLC, some UFO chat, plus more!

Episode 142 - What do you do with the oil that's left over?

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:22:00 GMT

This week the Sad Dads talk about Doug DeMuro, Gym performs 3 oil changes and has a challenge, how to recycle used oil and old coolant, a mixed bag of car stories, Gym drives a Dodge Charger HEMI, hour stories of YouTuber who wreck cars for fun, Foo has issues with where to install his yard misters, plus more!

Episode 141 - Many helping hands make short work

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 04:54:59 GMT

This week the guys help a friend move from Sacramento to Santa Rosa (Good luck, Sara!), how many farts are in your seats, a lengthy drive in Will's Tesla Model 3, Foo pushes a car at Superman speeds, Gym hits Rodeo Beach, Gym installs a new pool, Foo talks mister systems and solar yard lights, who hasn't needed their headlights cleaned? Plus more!

Episode 140 - The audacity of the American way

Thu, 27 May 2021 05:06:00 GMT

This week the guys talk about another mass shooting and try to make sense, Foo's dad has a new tractor, Foo chooses a car to make available for his daughter, the disappearance of manual transmissions, Gym troubleshoots his daughter's A/C system and you can too!

Episode 139 - Lady of the Hot Tub

Thu, 20 May 2021 04:59:33 GMT

This week the guys talk about YouTube demonetization based on language and Twitch pulling ad revenue, a Sunday of work on ____, why is there more dirt left after refilling the hole? Foo's wife buys a wheelbarrow, Gym's wife almost dies/gets murdered, you should have these in your care kit, plus more.

Episode 138 - Is that a cup of nuts?

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:10:00 GMT

You ever go back from PTO a day early? Foo does. Gym and Foo attend a surprise party, Foo's clothes hangers get swapped out, scary career changing when you get older, gas shortage, Gym has an HVAC problem with a simple solution, Gym flushes Melly's Forester cooling system, plus more.

Episode 137 - At my house every day is Cinco De Mayo

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:01:10 GMT

This week the guys profess that it's grilling season at the Sad Dad's pads, importing GTRs, Piper gets her license, Gym rescues a runaway dog with a twist (please chip your dogs), backyard woes and the desire for a pool, plus more.

Episode 136 - Go to Walmart and buy $600 in gift cards

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 06:08:50 GMT

Tonight's show delayed slightly for a minor vehicle breakdown and recovery which includes the necessity of knowing your car, Internet phone scammers, there is no substitution for experience, Foo makes refried beans, Gym holds back on tamales, living with vegetarians, family recipes, plus more.

Episode 135 - PogoStick Choochie

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 05:41:55 GMT

This week the guys talk about yard projects. Gym is inspired by YouTuber "Haxman" in a yard lighting project. Foo is doing similar, if not more extensive, projects. Follow along as the guys talk about irrigation woes and Gym talks about his B-Hyve SMART sprinkler timer. Pools are an unfindable thing right now. Foo wants to talk about the Vaccine. Plus more.

Episode 134 - Well the good news is...

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 05:23:05 GMT

This week Foo circles back on the Donner Party discussion, what do you consider satisfying work?, do you recycle?, assembling the patio furniture, Gym's internet upgrade and issues, Foo gets a delivery, psych, and more.

Episode 133 - So, so much wang

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:20:00 GMT

This week the guys tackle digital photo libraries and memories fed to you in everyday app usage, Gym has a social media idea geared towards dogs (wangbush.com), Foo troubleshoots his RV furnace and brings Zander along for the ride, Foo talks about Netflix documentary, 'The Lost Pirate Kingdom' plus more.

Episode 132 - Don't forget to masturbate

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 05:34:08 GMT

This week, while swatting mosquitos, the guys tackle interesting communication dynamics with your own kids, there's a deep dive into the Marvel Universe from the perspective of someone who has just started watching the cinematic series and Gym learns about amiibos, plus more.

Episode 131 - Vaccines for socks

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 05:07:56 GMT

This week the guys are all over some carry over watch talk from last week, what going back to the office means for your pets, Foo's anxiety over leaving the dogs home, tutoring math and some parental expectations, plus more.

Episode 130 - Lemon Bar Poutine with Dave Sampson

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 06:09:28 GMT

The guys warmly welcome back Dave Sampson! This is a fun filled show with all kinds of conversation. Topics covered: smokey noms, big kid toys, vaccines, returning to office life, custom suits, EVs, wrist watches... plus much more!

Episode 129 - Ewwww, David!

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:56:10 GMT

This week our friends, Mike and Angie, aka Zombie and Dragon, show up and we grill Mike about his knee, we get an update on the problems in their new Lennar home, no one is going anywhere, Mike talks about getting his vaccine, Foo gets the munchies, what YouTube do you watch? Plus much more!

Episode 128 - 3 for 3 in exploded rockets

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 06:17:48 GMT

This week the guys talk about crypto currencies and they have questions, lots of questions. Also they cover the challenges and problems facing the looming EV market, and the latest SpaceX explosion.

Episode 127 - I point and someone says TikTok

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 06:51:20 GMT

This week the guys would like to thank our listeners! Thank You! Also, Gym and Foo reveal one of their annoying constant home repairs, someone has extra pickets, Boba Tea, thanks and shout out to Insta Brands customer service, Foo fails a delivery service, hot sauces, $700 pants... plus more!

Episode 126 - Whatever for a lift ticket, man

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:48:24 GMT

In this week's show Foo dabbles in some legal gummys and Gym shares his own experiences, Foo talks about Valentine's Day gifts, RU4WILL bags (well are you?), Gym has a CATastrophe in his house in a couple ways, how expensive can snowboarding get and the guys get some ideas on how to pay for it.

Episode 125 - Feeling mentally exhausted

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 06:11:33 GMT

This week Gym talks about moving his daughter out of her apartment, the guys address the work from home elephant in the room, Foo finally intakes Schitt's Creek and he's better off for it, let's go snowboarding, plus more!

Episode 124 - Torquing the pants the wrong way

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 06:17:37 GMT

This week Foo imparts wisdom with his gate replacement, Gym finally gets his new Mac up and running and is mostly happy, what Mac do you buy right now? Foo chimes in about his air fryer. What is your most disappointing meal you paid for? Plus more.

Episode 123 - The pudding and the drugging

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:21:38 GMT

This week the guys talk about some crazy weather hitting the area, and some of it's affects, Gym's new Mac and delivery tracking shenanigans, winning the lottery or high dollar prizes, Game Stop stock price fun, going to the movies and streaming differences, Covid vaccine confusion and more.

Episode 122 - We got a new President

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:47:17 GMT

This week the guys talk about the new President and some of the relief felt therein, Gym goes to Folsom lake, Foo removes his old spa, Gym wants a built in patio cover, plus more!

Episode 121 - There's s**t smeared on walls

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:23:24 GMT

This week the guys announce they have a new TikTok channel, they talk about how Amazon steals employees time for security, Gym talks about his recent Wemo troubles with a surprising end, Foo tells us about his disappearing hoodies and graphing calculator, the guys talk about their favorite received gifts, Foo learns to love his air fryer plus much more!

Episode 120 - The New Year's Day bomb

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:26:10 GMT

Foo recites a story about his brother's house, Foo's RV is going?, Honey Wheat Berry bread, Grilled cheese in an air fryer? Hint: Yes, more prayer at Foo's house, plus more!

Episode 119 - It's Deep and Hard, twss

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 06:17:44 GMT

The guys start with some chat about Zelda - Breath of the Wild, BioShock series and LEGO series, Alton Brown provides recipes, making the most of Weird Christmas, a brief visit with Dave and Natalie, going wheeling, Covid vaccines are getting around, plus more!

Episode 118 - If I'm on my way out I'll pardon you

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 06:39:32 GMT

It's Christmas Eve Eve, and this week the the guys talk about all the things, including some chatter about alcohol drinks, Foo waxes some nostalgia with regards to his kids growing up and Christmas time, they cover the big problem with Ep 117 and the video and related recovery, a semi in depth chat about gameplay with Animal Crossing, plus more!

Episode 117 - This is how the house burns down

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 06:02:13 GMT

This week Foo fills us in on the family Christmas card, Gym shares Dataz story about EDD and Bank of America completely bungling his benefits, how Dataz almost burned down the house, Foo shares his own fire story, Zander has a hidden talent, both share a highlight gift for anyone, plus more!

Episode 116 - Treat your fence to dinner

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 06:19:46 GMT

Foo efficiently stains and protects a fence, Gym gets nagged about Mandelorian viewing, WHY TOILET PAPER AGAIN?, a candid discussion about toilet seat temperatures, Foo brags that he's way ahead in his Christmas shopping, the Christmas card and more!

Episode 115 - The world's largest Moscow mule cup

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 06:07:13 GMT

Foo talks about the largest Moscow mule cup he's ever seen, the guys talk about the strangest Thanksgiving they've ever seen, Foo talks about his turkey skin, there's a debate about turkey sandwiches, apple pie with cheddar cheese, cookie experiments, Foo's redwood root issues, plus more!

Episode 114 - Zero to surgery

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 05:52:25 GMT

This week Gym tells the story of what happened to last week's show... and to him, the countdown to Thanksgiving, Uber rides seem sketchy, and more

Episode 113 - The Rhinoceros attacks

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:10:42 GMT

This week Foo comes back from vacation and runs into some funny issues all at the same time, Gym catches more rats, another hairtantula story, Foo gets excited about gutter cleaning in a way no one else does, Christmas lights installation prep, plus more!

Episode 112 - I didn't even think my spine could do that!

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 06:33:42 GMT

This week the guys go over the latest Apple M1 chip announcements and Gym has a bone to pick, Foo's attempt to obtain a new XBOX, Amazon holiday toy catalog mailer, Gym attempts to get a RealID, plus more!

Episode 111 - Hot Man Election Therapy

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 06:34:09 GMT

The guys have their buddy Mike over for a, "make sense of this election stuff," group therapy session. There's so much here.

Episode 110 - It's time to pray

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 05:30:07 GMT

The guys talk a bit of podcast shop, Foo talks about giving up the work pager while Gym relates, Gym installs a leather steering wheel cover, the Sad Dads VOTE, Foo talks about See and why you should watch, plus more.

Episode 109 - Guess what? It'll grow out

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 06:47:44 GMT

The guys talk about Gym's under cared for Toro GTS2, Foo has an anniversary, Zander's crooked cut?, Foo builds a wheelbarrow, Gym fights the rats which turn into stench which turn into..., AOC doing Twitch, voting!, plus more!

Episode 108 - The thing that will break you

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:34:33 GMT

Foo follows up with Dave's question last week about runner's high, Foo wants to know what is the thing that will break you into divulging info, getting rid of rats, current show recommendations and more!

Episode 107 - Paranormal Discussion with Dave Sampson

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 05:33:40 GMT

They guys have Dave Sampson back this week, Dave grills Foo over his RV, Foo talks about runner's high, people's cool scars, we discuss a slew of paranormal topics with Dave which is fascinating and not to be be missed!

Episode 106 - Military grade silo action

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 05:10:04 GMT

Join the guys as we find out that Foo is on the sauce and Gym is the designated co-host, Foo vents about digging up rocks in his yard, RV maintenance, a nice chat about LEDs and LED headlights, Zander loses his lunch and more!

Episode 105 - You don't want to send that...

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 05:06:14 GMT

This week on SDCP Foo talks about his age and his body's recovery from running, Gym tells a true Sad Dad story about email, Foo replaces a monitor, the guys talk about the trials and tribulations of ordering takeout during the pandemic and more!

Episode 104 - Foo loves the Mountain Dewgarita?

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 05:20:12 GMT

Foo starts this show feeling the affects of the best margarita he's ever had, the Mountain Dewgarita, which devolves into conversations about other mixed drinks, Foo's dad is affected by a hacker, some discussion about IT and security, and Chris Evans d**k pic, plus more!

Episode 103 - We are burning and glistening

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 05:04:04 GMT

The guys talk about all the fires ravaging out state and how hot it was on the Grape Vine on Sunday, climate change and things that just generate heat that are a part of our daily lives, trying to be a steward for the future, Foo gets looked over by a neighbor's mom (while glistening), an update on Melly's driving, and more.

Episode 102 - Pay to bump your stats!

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 05:30:41 GMT

This week the Sad Dads take some email questions from listeners, planning a home after the kids leave home, struggling in getting the kids to do their part, overcoming tough times and having a bummer day, is Amazon Prime really Prime now? And more!

Episode 101 - Who wants to buy Foo's bathwater?

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 05:03:58 GMT

This week the guys talk about OnlyFans and girls that sell questionable things, remember pen pals, the lost art of handwriting, supporting your local delivery folks, mailbox baseball, plus much more!

Episode 100 - This is always enjoyable

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:34:39 GMT

The guys wax poetic a bit with their 100th show with a bit of reflection and thankfulness for the audience that we've built. Thank you so much for listening! Printer ink, laser cartridges, refrigerator filter, all the expensive replacement things and then a surprise visit from friends with cupcakes! Plus more!

Episode 99 - You're going to run over a nail later

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 05:48:29 GMT

This week the guys ask, ever turn down the radio when you're looking for an address, this show is like that, who makes these car interior design decisions, feedback about getting pee'd on and Armageddon story, Foo's tree hole, Gym goes to the beach, wireless CarPlay and more!

Episode 98 - We're password sad

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 05:34:27 GMT

The guys contemplate password struggles (it's a thing!), talk about our new Teespring offerings, the awesome food (and churros) at Brissa and Co. in Folsom, donuts with bacon, some restaurants that don't care about your safety, things we do for the love of dogs, Foo's squats and more!

Episode 97 - I'm literally Rob Rossing the lawn

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 05:29:37 GMT

This week Foo gives Zander a haircut, home repairs in the stay at home times, staying mentally healthy with so much info hitting you from all directions, Garage sales in a pandemic? Painting your yard? Plus more!

Episode 96 - No one overdrove their talent, with Zombie Mike

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 06:04:09 GMT

This week the guys have Zombie Mike in as a guest and they talk about a recent spirited drive/ride Saturday we embarked on (please drive safe), during the show they eat some really hot Jelly Belly beans just to keep it spicy, hospital visits during covid, Mike shares Animal Crossing stories, and more!

Episode 95 - A TUB of Caramel sauce

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 06:10:50 GMT

This week the guys thank Nathalie for cake and Dave and AJA for the generous equipment donation! Also, they cover Dataz and his bad back and his recovery, Brian Posehn's book "Forever Nerdy", Star Wars and proper watching timelines and Gym's frustration, musical chat and more!

Episode 94 - The return of Dave Sampson and Uri pulls lever

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 06:17:04 GMT

Sad Dads welcome Dave Sampson back to the show and start with some talk about many things vehicles, Dave wisdom with regards to sales work, does dousing work?, they talk about some paranormal things, plus more.

Episode 93 - Wear the mask!

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 05:45:49 GMT

This week the guys talk about mask wearing and new measures in California, Foo's Sonos experience, Gym's Cadillac Cue touch screen lameness, old school car stereo installs, life moving fast and more...

Episode 92 - That was a gift to me

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 06:55:42 GMT

Sad Dads talk about Dave's wife's cake, pandemic exercise, Animal Crossing is taking over the nation, what is your tool religion?, plus more...

Episode 91 - Guts and Gore of Podcasting

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 05:52:00 GMT

The guys recap last week's show with Dave Sampson, cover some pitfalls of podcasting and it's learning curve, wearing a mask, some discussion about #BlackLivesMatter, birthday desserts, using the right tools for the job, plus more!

Episode 90 - Special guest! Dave Sampson, CEO of AJA Video Systems!

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 06:03:16 GMT

Join Foo and Gym as they welcome Dave Sampson, the CEO of AJA Video Systems, into the SDCP studios for a chat about fast boats, the trials and tribulations about being a new CEO in really tough times, work from home tools, how parent figures impact us, and the early computers that shaped us, plus more.

Episode 89 - Random Chihuahua

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 04:30:00 GMT

A brief word from The Lord Foo, birthdays in the pandemic, the genius of Jon Favreau, the shared food truck dream, Foo employs his 3D printer, and some talk about uncertainty within the community, plus more.

Episode 88 - The Hottest Show Ever (this year)

Thu, 28 May 2020 05:08:44 GMT

The guys talk about heat, weekend project of pavers, painting, TV pickups, Foo is sore, the new retail pickup norm, SpaceX spacesuits and innovation, Elon Musk, raising good people and more.

Episode 87 - Foo wire cleans all the orifices

Thu, 21 May 2020 05:10:55 GMT

Foo gets asked if home schooling is an option, are you a shopping cart returner?, Foo continues to paint, Gym runs a gas line and Foo provides an interesting gas BBQ tip, plus more.

Episode 86 - People that have the Flowbee are winning

Thu, 14 May 2020 05:33:48 GMT

This week the guys talk about music, their music libraries/streaming services and how they manage them, old school formats like VHS, DVD, cassettes and CDs, Backups and Corona Cuts, plus more!

Episode 85 - It came in a sack

Thu, 07 May 2020 05:36:52 GMT

This week the guys talk about some of the ever evolving Quarantine things and some of the inconsistencies, working with electricity in your home, impacted businesses in a Covid-19 world, tool bags and more.

Episode 84 - Exponential amount of twiddling

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:45:29 GMT

The guys talk about Wednesdays that feel like Saturdays as the line continues to blur, WFH distractions, home projects that never seem to end, Foo is blown away with new cable crimpers and connectors and smoked RIBS! (and more)

Episode 83 - Premier posture adjusters

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 05:25:07 GMT

They guys take a brief trip to Ulansi, talk about Euro tripping and whether or not kids would appreciate it, Foo loses some time, helping friends with move-in preparation into a new house and really crunchy crackers.

Episode 82 - You're cooking ramen on a paper plate

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:46:43 GMT

The guys retain their composure this week as they talk about making memes, low blood sugar situations, figuring out the new norm as parents and routines that are anything but, making pallet things, and much more.

Episode 81 - Heroes of the Shelter in Place

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:56:12 GMT

Join the guys as they talk about how Shelter in Place is affecting them in their lives, visits to the office, the Nintendo Switch and it's great games, taking advantage of delivery and takeout with it's pitfalls and heroes, why are napkins gone... and more!

Episode 80 - Use the Pythagorean Theorem of booze

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 05:09:29 GMT

During the Shelter In Place orders the guys are cooking a bunch, taking on home projects, navigating the lack of hours at local shops and dealing with our new normal, plus much more.

Episode 79 - I kinda miss the water cooler moments

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:30:48 GMT

Join the guys as they talk about the benefits and drawbacks of working from home, shelter in place menus and what's missing from the grocery stores, hoarding stuff, getting food from local restaurants and more.

Episode 78 - Buy a meal get a roll of toilet paper for 50¢

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:16:52 GMT

It's difficult to talk about anything other than the hot topic which is all the social distancing and all the regional shelter in place orders due to coronavirus. Talking about this stuff helps us stave of anxiety of the unknown. Thanks for listening!

Episode 77 - Are you telecommuting yet?

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:55:47 GMT

Join the club as the guys discuss the major going on with ongoing coronavirus fallout and all of it's affects, Marques Brownlee and the Escobar Fold, checks, handwriting and more.

Episode 76 - Farmer's tan of your paint job

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:36:18 GMT

This week the guys cover some minor backlash over flu shot comments in the last show, some talk about Better Call Saul, Foo already working on Mandalorian Halloween costumes, some chat about 3D printer things, imaging applications, house projects and the rabid hole and more.

Episode 75 - Go to prison, get coronavirus

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:42:32 GMT

Topics covered in this show are coronavirus (of course), the trend of sending kids to school sick, the insane mosquito outbreak hitting this area, what happened before the Big Bang, circling back to Vegan restaurant eats plus much more.

Episode 74 - Everyone gets side eye

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 06:07:16 GMT

Join the guys as Foo proves that he did a metric ton of yard work with, "welding yard work gloves," Foo see how he's getting played, Gym gets project oriented, Gym forgets the word grading, reclining seats in planes, plus more.

Episode 73 - I started chipping teeth

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 05:50:27 GMT

Foo tackles digital homework and a lackluster teacher for his daughter, Gym has a story for his date night, Foo's kids prep meals, Foo works the land with his favorite hoe, sports equipment that gives too much of an advantage and more!

Episode 72 - The mental struggles are there

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:41:41 GMT

This week the guys are thankful for our listeners, so THANK YOU! Also covered is the Super Bowl half time show and commercials, race horse breeding and deaths, New Orleans coffee, America's Tire saves the day, exercise regiment and more!

Episode 71 - Don't put it on a cake

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 05:43:01 GMT

The guys talk about cake, Kobe and life is short, Cards Against Humanity night, book reading, getting fit (or trying to), and more!

Episode 70 - What's that building with the purple tip?

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 05:32:43 GMT

The guys talk about San Francisco, Foo's chill weekend, Gym's weekend at the other end, Gym's Corona virus, Homesteading in Canada, Shipbreakers and more!

Episode 69 - Used Car Buying Special

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 05:46:08 GMT

Join Gym, Foo and Dataz as they discuss, Foo's lunch time ritual, making homemade jerky, Hot Chocolate 5k, the attempt to buy a vehicle for Gym's daughter and more!

Episode 68 - We sniff have sniff the best sniff show!

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:50:27 GMT

This week the guys cover the Megan Markle and Prince Harry decision to step away from the Royal Family, taint bandaids, Lawnmower 2.0, getting back to work after the holidays, changing your own oil, Hero products from 2019... and more.

Episode 67 - Monday the hard way

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:58:26 GMT

The guys are wrapping up holiday time and grappling with going back to work with discussions on working from home, a support issue with Gym's new TV and an older PS3, Foo's culinary juggernaut and more.

Episode 66 - Christmas Show!

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 06:39:01 GMT

The guys have a full house with visits from Mike (Zombie), Hot Will and Dataz. Join as we kick it holiday style with family, friends, and drinks.

Episode 65 - I can't get a picture of that guy

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 06:18:56 GMT

Gym and Foo start out the show talking about the published photos from CIM, keeping Lotto winnings quiet, Rubik's cubes, Campers, Friends get together with Secret Santa, Holiday shopping... AND MORE!

Episode 64 - What Marathon?

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 11:30:00 GMT

Gym and Foo are visited by Dataz this week. Foo recants his California International Marathon experience, Gym does not, Zander's band concert, Gym recants a nutty article about brain reprogramming and Foo's weird masks we found in the SDCP studio, plus more!

Episode 63 - Hacking Kyber Crystals

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 13:00:00 GMT

The Sad Dads recap Thanksgiving/Friendsgiving, A visit to SeaQuest in Folsom, Foo makes dumplings, Christmas light hanging, Kyber Crystals and Foo obsession, Post 10 on Youtube plus much more.

Episode 62 - It sounded like Sparta in there

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:30:00 GMT

The guys talk about the perplexing work of dog gland squeezing and vet techs that have to do it, Fall and Winter cleanup that's no fun, the first big rain of the season, Thanksgiving and much more!

Episode 61 - This is the worst porno ever

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 15:30:00 GMT

The guys talk about instigated garage cleaning, organization and finding old gems, just what to do with old electronics, cables and things, Foo's training regimen goes sideways, toe shoes, plant based meat substitutes and much more.

Episode 60 - What do I look like, a clock?

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 12:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as the guys talk about the infamous(?) Llama Parties, Jon digging a hole from Clementine to China, the Blob artwork and meaning, and much about Foo's trip to Disneyland and the new Galaxy's Edge land, plus much more.

Episode 59 - The gray areas are okay

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:30:00 GMT

Right out of the gate the guys are talking about TV shows, new show intro, Gym's joke, Foo upset about working on Halloween, Too many November hold backs, you got your weed in my jalapeños, Overbearing parents and much more.

Episode 58 - My evil even scares me!

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 02:50:35 GMT

It's a Halloween extravaganza! Foo and Gym talk about a fun Halloween party, dressing for Halloween, when your kids get older and start doing other stuff, and much more!

Episode 57 - Learning about tractor seats

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 05:35:26 GMT

The guys talk about email recalls, Facebook advertising with politics and plenty of gray areas, WTF pictures, Foo's anniversary, Nacho passing, seeing Adam Ferrara, Sac Auto Show, plus more!

Episode 56 - I don't feel like I'm on all cylinders

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 05:23:46 GMT

The Sad Dads cover Foo's "runs" and hydration, his and his family's marathon training, Some snowboard discussion as we get the jonesin' for winter, Foo being on single dad status, Wedding Anniversaries, Super integrated car stereos in modern cars, and more!

Episode 55 - Everyone is sad

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 05:19:43 GMT

The show starts out with a roast, how can you go wrong? We discuss the the great PG&E blackout of 2019, some discussion about Mighty Car Mods YouTube channel, NASCAR aero, boat and airplane things that existed when Gym was a kid, house boating, camping, Boy Scouts and more!

Episode 54 - What's a phonebook?

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 04:55:19 GMT

This week's show discusses kids math homework (MathRap), Minecraft recipes from Zander (he knows his stuff), the problem with being middle class and trying to get your kids college money which leads into some discussion of the college admissions scandal, Foo's Dad's grapes and pomegranates, 529 college accounts, phone books and much more.

Our One Year Birthday Show!

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT

Join us in this bonus episode where we celebrate one year of Podcasting! WE have our APC, Dataz, here and Mike comes and joins us for some drinks, some hot wings and plenty of shenanigans. We hope you enjoy this show as much as we have enjoyed podcasting for you!

Episode 53 - No, thank you!

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 05:27:58 GMT

This week the Sad Dads talk about some real Sad Dads stuff: Nose hair and grey hair, forcing other people to yawn, Kevin Hart's wrecked 'Cuda, rest mod car safety, some generic car talk. We also talk about a year in podcasting and what the show means to us with a year now under our belts.

Episode 52 - I have problems swimming in the lava

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 05:22:21 GMT

This week we talk about coffee and a sideways segue into cigars and pipes somehow, a three scoop drink adaptation, Minecraft mining and OCD, weekend trip to the OC visiting Gym's daughter, Telsa Super Charger in Kettleman City, plus much more.

Episode 51 - Turn Left Partner

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 05:01:54 GMT

Gym and Foo discuss some Chinese translation on product packaging, Dash cams, kids that don't know what they've missed in life, some first world problem things, BBS, and how quick things changed, plus more.

Episode 50 - I was a significant character

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 05:36:03 GMT

Join us this week as Foo talks about taking Drama and how it helped mask his social awkwardness. Also we talk about kids and their fundraisers, doing the show in other locations, Foo's ever quest in finding the Nerf football and his disdain for Target's new remodel. Plus way more!

Episode 49 - Crop dusting is off the table

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 04:42:32 GMT

Foo tells a story that's not to be missed. It made Gym tear up with laughs. Also included is a discussion about welding, college, dustless blasting, running apps used by Foo, Gym has his own story related to Foos, car shopping for replacement car and MORE!

Episode 48 - Toughest Days Parenting

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 05:19:07 GMT

Foo, Gym and the APC are joined by Mike in this week's show where we discuss some of our hardest days of parenting, driving is dangerous, car safety, teachable moments, Disneyland visit to Galaxy's Edge, Mike's stereo install... and more!

Episode 47 - Do you see sky? Here's picture

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 05:25:55 GMT

This week we talk about face tattoos and what's worse and tattoos in general, we have Ian in as a guest while wearing headlights for eyes, Some Disneyland chat regarding Galaxy's Edge and ticket prices, some car chat, Stranger Things and Season 3 wrap (Spoilers), and Dataz describe's his tooth things and dents things in general, plus more!

Episode 46 - Say that 10 times fast

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:33:21 GMT

Foo and Gym hash out some chat regarding Audio quality in podcasts, NERF footballs, Dads proclaiming irritation over the heat and worked week, annoyances with regards to finding the correct parts for things, the kids are starting school already, parental trust in your kids and more...

Episode 45 - The Dataz "one man" Jug Band

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 05:23:08 GMT

Join the guys as Foo looks for and reminisces about the spiral NERF footballs, Katy Perry gets brought up, recycling woes, doing jury duty, gamer prize money, Battlebots, Dataz ponders the reason why he didn't get hired and MORE!

Episode 44 - We have two new sponsors this week

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 05:32:41 GMT

What does Tom Brady, Don Gonorrhea, Foo's sometimes clean car, Gym's 30 year reunion, golf, some Stranger Things talk (spoilers), and some general movie chat have in common? That's right! They are all discussed here in Ep 44, plus more.

Episode 43 - Knocking on your own wood

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 05:18:43 GMT

The guys talk about the sweltering heat in the area, make fun of Dataz, Foo takes Amazon Prime deliveries on air, California State Fair food, Gym's desire to have a pizza food truck, Foo's teaching's of tire maintenance to his daughter, how much safer cars are now, and much more...

Episode 42 - Let's go drink booze and throw axes at lumber

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 04:33:38 GMT

This week the guys cover the 4th of July, we hear that Tahoe has f-ed up service according to Dataz and the reason he don't know last week's code word, playing different kinds of pool, darts and throwing axes, some golf discussion, Valet parking your car, how Gym's brisket got hosed, innuendos with your kids and more.

Episode 41 - The code word is...

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 04:34:39 GMT

This week the guys discuss teaching kids how to drive, Gymmie's new whip and car shopping in general, an upcoming feature video for the SDCP YouTube channel, and Foo's dog hating neighbor and some tree trimming.

Episode 40 - Spraying of the face is a bonus

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 05:41:31 GMT

The boys are back and better than ever in Episode 40 with redundancy and improved processes! This week they talk about Amazon Key, Ring doorbells, Nest and EcoBee thermostats (Dads through and through, right?), Toy Story 4, Marvel movies, Don Gonorrhea makes a quick appearance, Foo's handmade custom podcasting table, Sausage Fest in the Spa and more.

Episode 39 - Did something happen?

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 05:15:19 GMT

The short answer is yes, something did happen. But what doesn't kill them makes them stronger. The guys reengage in their roles, not once, but TWICE this week as they lose their first show to the big bit bucket in the sky. Bonus points if you can find the glitch in this re-recorded episode. Also, stop being so pompous, you're a dirty American!

Episode 38 - The Great Pizza Wait from 'Pizza Company'

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:43:32 GMT

Join Gym and guest Host Tony Overbay as they wait out the pizza delivery man from . Will he make it before the end of the show or will our hosts resort to their own devices and take down the weak? (Sorry, Dataz.)

Episode 37 - I got my undershirt on

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 05:24:19 GMT

Join Gym and Guest Host Tony Overbay from the Virtual Couch podcast as they talk abut old times and travel and share lots of laughs.

Episode 36 - Let's pause for emphasis

Thu, 30 May 2019 05:16:19 GMT

Join the guys as they talk about the show's availability on iHeartRadio, Foo apologizes for delaying the last show on YouTube (it's up there and available now if you've missed it), Dataz JC graduation and just what the heck does he do with his AA and what is his plan (anyone, anyone?), Foo's "friends" are racquetball players (which explains some things), Foo plays golf over the weekend, some discussion about Macs vs. PCs, how easy is it to build a Hackintosh?, Primus and Metallica discussion. Don't miss the pause for emphasis.

Episode 35 - I was more country than city

Thu, 23 May 2019 05:39:08 GMT

The Dads talk about their kid's school scheduling, how quick they grow up, bringing home Gym's daughter from her first year at college, when it is you and your kids know what it is they want to do with their lives, the fair (you goin'?), Gym's Apple affinity origin, Gaming and making a career from it, making money from drones, Foo's ghost of the squeaky toy and Gym's ghost of the kid with a stick.

Episode 34 - Her backyard would be exposed

Thu, 16 May 2019 04:58:33 GMT

Join the guys as they discuss important stuff like, DJI's new Action Cam and how it's giving GoPro a run for their money, mending fences (that aren't yours?), Foo's run training evolution, Mother's Day Bocce Ball, building mud huts or mud its or mud brownies, no one really knows, and don't sleep and drive.

Episode 33 - Best use of money ever

Thu, 09 May 2019 05:35:37 GMT

Join Foo and Gym as they talk about problematic video editing for the show which has cause some issues over the weeks, circle back to podcasting and it's history for clarity, Foo's rabbit named Beavis, old modems, paywalls and ad blockers, how much would you pay for local paper?, Foo's paper delivery days, vending machine back doors and more!

Episode 32 - How hard do you have to squeeze 'em?

Thu, 02 May 2019 05:25:57 GMT

Join the Sad Dads as they briefly discuss chafing, podcasting's origins, the Zune (RIP), Some of our old favorite cell phones, how many phones Dataz ripped through as a younger-is person (it's shocking), when to ride a water ride, Endgame talk (no spoilers) and other Marvel movies, Gym's hand/arm cramping, Visit to Uncle Vito's Pizza, a Tens device, frothy pee or no bubbles at all pee...

Episode 31 - !#@$% Robocalls

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 05:16:11 GMT

The boys are hotly dismayed, right out of the gate, with Robocalls, the modern day version of SPAM email. Also, they talk about other types of scam things they've seen, bumper jacks, Foo robocall himself, the dark web, Oreos, chips, do it yourself if you can car repairs, and how no one wants to repair anything anymore.

Episode 30 - Horsey's in the back

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 05:16:08 GMT

The boys talk about Vegas and what Gym was doing there, carburetor woes at Home Depot, a little talk about video and codecs and the AJA KiPro GO, dump runs and how consistent are they when charging you for loads, removing old sticks from the ground, wanting to spend locally but when local fails you and you have to go internet to get what you need, neighbor mowing guilt is real, Dataz uses a mower in the wrong way, and how many new mowers does one guy need, really.

Episode 29 - Head Adjuster

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 04:30:00 GMT

This show the boys talk a lot about Vegas, with stories of past, talk of the present and plans for the future. Also, focus, people!

Episode 28 - Be wary of friends bringing beverages

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 05:18:40 GMT

The Sad Dads return to regular form in this episode where they discuss the previous April Fools Day show, being shy of alcohol that's ruined you in the past, the benefits of backing up your data (GO AND BACKUP YOUR DATA), Dataz learns what ampersand is, weekend bike ride, weekend work (yuck) and more!

Episode 27 - We are now Murders and Myths Podcast

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 19:00:00 GMT

Enjoy as we change names and switch genres completely into the realm of Murders and myths... Or is nothing as it seems? Up is down and Foo is shark? That makes no sense whatsoever.

Enjoy our first ever podcast mashup with the fine ladies of the Murder & Myths Podcast. They visit the SDCP Studios for some story telling and fun.

Oh, and April fools!

Episode 26 - There's hair around the edge

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 04:57:02 GMT

Foo has aspirations of winning the state lotto and being our sole sponsor, we discuss the pains of using Google Play for podcasts in general, having a couple visitors back to do Choco-challenge and a ton of talk about new network based gaming and Consoles.

Episode 25 - You Don't Steal Pappy

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 05:24:01 GMT

In this show Dataz is on fire, we cover topics such as burbon, teeth, some last thoughts on the college bribery scandal, Kathrin's Biergarten, Being on call, Rocklin Quarry, smuggled turtles and Dataz has a question for all, so be sure to stick around to the end.

Episode 24 - Mass of Discomfort

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 04:20:28 GMT

This week on the podcast we discuss the aftermath of the Fuego Box Choco-Challenge, missing teeth, Temple Coffee, Ghost Self and the indictments over the College Admissions scandal among other stuff. Enjoy!

Episode 23 - Fuego Box Choco-Challenge

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 05:44:11 GMT

The Sad Dads embark on the Fuego Box Choco-Challenge and try and keep their wits about them as they struggle to keep their composure for the the rest of the show.

Episode 22 - He blew his shoe out

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 06:04:01 GMT

The guys cover the after affects of the the FourLOKO experiment, Hot sauces and the Chocochallenge, The Glory Hole, All the dams filling with water and more!

Episode 21 - Sexual Tension, a FourLOKO Special Edition

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 05:54:21 GMT

Come and hang with us as Sad Dads Club turns 21, Mike comes back for another visit while we bust open FourLOKOs (Peach flavor) and have a bit too much to drink. There's laughs and plenty of sadness to go around. Enjoy!

Episode 20 - Hairtantulas

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 06:04:59 GMT

This week we have Mike back on as a special guest. Topics covered are IKEA food court, women and their shower hair loss, stupid water pressure, and how Mike's Alexa loses her stuff among other stuff. Enjoy!

Episode 19 - 8 Foot Mirrors

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 05:29:59 GMT

The guys discuss the Facebook privacy conundrum, a substitute teacher in Florida smears her own feces to ruin a party, Dataz learns about mirrors and Foo works out, hard and in the past.

Episode 18 - Metric TON of Yard Work

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 06:14:26 GMT

The guys cover garage cleaning, snowboarding, a metric ton of working in the yard, a visit to Uncle Vito's, Gym replaces some chairs that his kids abused.

Episode 17 - What's Disneyland's phone number?

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 05:47:32 GMT

Listen in on some of our production team meeting where we discuss the nuances of Foo's new bumper bits. Foo gets some shoes, has a cards against humanity night while Gym returned his daughter to college and spent the weekend in SoCal (the OC). While the whole crew has the feels for the Federal workers who are still not getting paid.

Episode 16 - Bad case of Jerkinitis

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 06:21:25 GMT

Rainy night at the Sad Dads Club Podcast studios where the boys talk about the partial government shutdown, Dataz gets wrecked and what wrecks you in a wreck, Hockey pad snow toys, Zelda's Pizza, Hot Chocolate Run, and we get to YouTube guilty pleasures.

Episode 15 - I put my two weeks in

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 05:49:20 GMT

We cover odd news, LED can light updating, Gym gets all of Christmas down, churros, churros, churros... And other stuff

Episode 14 - I need neck implants

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 05:41:42 GMT

With the hosts at odds with the production crew they make the decision (mistake?) to give Dataz a mic for brief spews of chatter. They talk about motorcycle things, beers, Christmas decoration removal (psych) and New Year's resolution chat.

Episode 13 - Non-Button Wang Hole

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 06:48:00 GMT

Special show with special guest and fellow Sad Dad, Mike. We cover many topics, but mostly surrounding Christmas. Enjoy!

Episode 12 - Porch Pirate Revenge

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:37:27 GMT

The Sad Dads talk to Dataz about growing up, gambling and some swift porch pirate revenge.

Episode 11 - Moldy Peanuts

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 05:21:46 GMT

Gym and Foo talk about feedback from last week's show (smokers), find that Sunday was a good day to do nothing, China has some crazy newscast AI and derailing Australian trains thanks to kangaroos.

Episode 10 - Zombie Plan Contraceptives

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 05:47:02 GMT

Discussion involves Wreck It Ralph 2, Family Tech Support, fixing a belt squeal, Old Dan (Spoiler alert) and smoking anything and everything.

Episode 9 - I will regain that Cookie

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 05:35:19 GMT

Foo and Gym tackle the tough question, "Has Black Friday and Cyber Monday jumped the Shark?" Also, Jesus bacon, Christmas trees and cookies.

Episode 8 - BBQ Thanksgiving

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 05:53:22 GMT

Gym and Foo talk about Foo's electrical issues, Disney recap, TV shows to watch and of course, Thanksgiving.

Episode 7 - Disney Electric Scooters

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 05:45:07 GMT

Gym and Foo take questions from email, discuss what's to love and not to love about Disneyland visits and run out of time. Is there ever enough time?

Episode 6 - With Almond

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 05:41:39 GMT

Gym and Foo talk about being on call, coconut mastication, and the new, long awaited, Ingress Prime scanner.

Episode 5 - Foo's forever clothes

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 06:49:47 GMT

Gym and Foo summon the spirit of Halloween on Halloween.

Episode 4 - Cookies and Cremation

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 06:01:19 GMT

With Lotto Fever hitting Gym and Foo discuss some fantasy purchases.

Episode 3 - Icy Hot doesn't go there

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 04:44:55 GMT

Gym and Foo share a couple of their most embarrassing moments.

Episode 2 - Salad Cream

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 05:36:57 GMT

Foo and Gym spill the beans on the name of the podcast.

Episode 1 - Intro!

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 05:07:09 GMT

Welcome to the Sad Dads Club Podcast. Join us on our Intro show and get a feel for who we are and what you can expect from future shows. Follow us on our journey of life and things. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review and thanks for listening!

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