The Official Voice Of The Modern Dad™. A couple of Dads (and regular guests) talkin’ Dad stuff and drinking beer. We talk music, movies, beer, sports and cleaning literal sh*t off the walls.
The Dads Drinking Beer podcast couldn't be more timely. In a world that seems to be constantly changing and filled with uncertainty, the perspectives of two modern dads on the current state of our world is both refreshing and valuable. This podcast offers a unique blend of humor, candidness, and vulnerability as these men authentically share their thoughts on who they are, their strengths, and their weaknesses. With the added bonus of beer talk and occasional scotch/bourbon reviews, this podcast is an absolute must-listen.
One of the best aspects of The Dads Drinking Beer podcast is the relatability factor. These two dads are incredibly down-to-earth and open about their experiences as fathers, husbands, and individuals navigating through life. Their funny stories covering various topics such as sports, family, entertainment, and yes, even beer, make it feel like you're just hanging out with friends at a local bar. Their honesty creates a sense of camaraderie with listeners and makes for an enjoyable listening experience.
Another great aspect of this podcast is the chemistry between the hosts. They have a natural banter that keeps the conversations engaging and entertaining. It's evident that they genuinely enjoy each other's company and have a comfortable dynamic that translates well into their discussions. This makes for an easy listen where you can simply sit back and enjoy their conversations unfold.
While there aren't many negative aspects to highlight about The Dads Drinking Beer podcast, it's worth mentioning that their fandom for Bear and 49er teams might not appeal to everyone. However, even if you're not particularly interested in sports or don't support these teams, there is still plenty of content to enjoy in this podcast beyond sports discussions. So don't let that deter you from giving it a try!
In conclusion, The Dads Drinking Beer podcast is definitely worth your time. Whether you're a dad yourself or not, there is something universally relatable about their perspectives and the topics they cover. The humor, honesty, and vulnerability displayed by these modern dads create a podcast that feels like a genuine conversation among friends. So grab a beer, sit back, and get ready to be entertained by these two insightful dads who aren't afraid to share their thoughts on the world we live in.
The DADS put the 2024 season to bed by holding their annual draft of their favorite moments/plays/storylines of the season. We also bring Tommy back and get his feedback on how the Chiefs's season came crashing down. And we also get into some recent free agent moves.Sit back, relax, crack a cold one, and enjoy responsibly.Bear Down, Bolt Up, Niners Nation
The Dads are back to recap Super Bowl LIX, which includes praise for Chris's SB Party and the Halftime Show, and the disappointment around the actual game itself.Cheers!Bear DownBolt UpNiners Nation
The DADS are back from their BYE week and give their bold takes and predictions for the upcoming Super Bowl featuring the back-to-back champ Chiefs and Eagles. Cheers! Bear Down, Bolt Up, Niners Nation
Thanks for listening to the DADS as we break down the four Divisional matches last week and preview the AFC and NFC Championship games. We also listen to a new voicemail, discuss the Bears' new coach Ben Johnson, and explain how showering with 2 minutes left in a playoff game is not the best practice. Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
The DADS are back in the bunker and we finally get to bring on and reveal the show's *mostly Mel* villain: Tommy. After his appearance, we get back to recapping Wild Card weekend and then focus most of our energy on the Divisional Round coming up. Cheers fam! Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation!
Welcome back after the hiatus of the holidays! The Dads are back, and we got a voicemail from our #1 listener. We also pay our respects to the 2024 49ers and Bears before turning our attention the six playoff games this weekend. Get in your Goon cave and crank up the Dads!! Bear Down and BOLT UP, Niners Nation
Mel is on another bye week, maybe scared of the pending arrival of Tommy, the pod's newest villain! But Chris and Jim are present to break down the beatdown from the Niners last weekend. We also talk about the Dan Campbell effect and how punting just isn't cool anymore. Enjoy! Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation!
Thank you for listening to the Dads! We give Mel center stage as his team is the last team playing for something, but spend the most of the pod breaking down the AFC and NFC Wild Card contenders. We also give thanks to the bye week before and cover what we did on Thanksgiving. We also explore the idea of fear boners and tease the upcoming Bears NIners match this week where Jim and Chris put some serious stakes on the line. Enjoy. Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
Mel and Jim take on primary hosting duties in this one, breaking down our teams' games and concentrating more on the BILLS and STEELERS victories. Addl. commentary on Thanksgiving plans, Mel prepping for a visit to SoFi, and Mike Tyson's cake. Enjoy! Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
We got the full trio of Dads back in the bunker for this supersized episode covering Week 10 of the NFL. We go a little longer on this one as we obviously missed each other and went on a number of entertaining side conversations and NFL rumors and theories. We hope to leg out the rest of the season after the BYE - thank you as always for listening! Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
It's Jim and Chris ridin' dirty in the bunker again as Mel's bye week has transformed into a sabbatical. The Bears v Commanders game of the week takes center stage in the pod before we cover the Niners win over Dallas, the Chargers victory over the Saints, and then check-ins on all other action. We wrap the episode up with our mid-season awards and callouts, including a bold and fiery zinger from both hosts on a second half potential storyline. Strap it down and enjoy this fun and spirited episode of DTF. Do you Bo-lieve? Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
It's Jim and Chris ridin' dirty again in this episode, and boy do we get dirty! Everything from DAdvice on relationships, being nice to all the girls in class, and awaiting Jameis Winston... the MEME Machine. Sit back, relax, and enjoy responsibly. Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation
Chris has ventured his way back from multiple work trips to grace us with his presence for the episode. Mel is out this time but Jim and Chris are able to break down the three main games, all victories, before touching on other major storylines. Bear Down and Bolt Up, Niners Nation!
It's just Jim and Mel again for this episode as Chris is still licking his wounds from back to back Niners losses. But we will welcome him back with arms wide open when he's ready... We also break down the first head coach of the season to be fired, the way we're still rooting for the 1-4 Bengals, and the rise of the Bears. Bear down and Bolt up, Niners Nation!!
No Chris til next week, but Mel is back in the bunker with Jimbo and it's some good shootin' sh*t. Breakdowns of the Bears, Chargers, and Niners games + discussions on other storylines as we put Week 4 of the season in the rearview. Want us to talk more about your teams and their games? Drop us a message on Insta @dadstalkingfootball Bear Down and Bolt Up Niners Nation
This is the first episode ever where we only have one host. Chris and Mel are out but Jim is carrying the torch for the trio. We cover Week 3 in full - highlighting more on Da Bears, Chargers, and Niners. There are some hot takes, red flags, but wrapped up neatly with Jim telling his experience coaching Pop Warner 10U football with his son. Now with added sound effects! Enjoy!
Week 2 in the NFL was a wild and crazy ride. We saw upsets, QBs being benched, a multitude of injuries, and many many field goals. This season is as unique as we were hoping for. ENJOY!
The Dads are back from the end of the 2023 Season and it feels so good to be back in the bunker. For the first time in our short storied career, all three of our teams (Bears, Bolts, Niners) are all undefeated after Week 1. We quickly recap the year prior, offer insights on other developing storylines, and finish off by going on the record with who we each believe will be the final teams standing at the end of the season. Welcome back everybody!!
Think of this as an open mic segment for the Dads. We cover the highs of Super Bowl Sunday, specifically Chris's epic party, the behavior of our kids at the party, and the Halftime show. But Chris gives equal attention to the downside... how the game ended. This one is raw, but kudos to the Dads for keepin it real and bringing it from the modern perspective.
The second half of our supersized Super Bowl preview is all about the food and refreshments at our ideal Super Bowl parties. Listen as the DADS draft against each other to fulfill a main dish, side, snack, dessert, and a beverage. We dare you to not be hungry after this one... Cheers and good luck to the Niners!!
This Super-Sized Super Bowl preview episode is so big, we had to cut it in half. Enjoy the back and forth excitement and anticipation from the DADS as we hear how Niners Camp is doing to prepare for their big day against the surging Chiefs. Chris also gives an in-depth preview of his party and expectations on how to deal with him at said party. Mel then provides many Prop Bets and Parent Prop Bets sure to interest everyone, even if they're not into the big game. Cheers!
We have our full crew tonight and get full breakdowns on both the AFC and NFC championship games. Jim also gets detailed about how his wife is motivating him at home with a sticker chart. Saving all the big Super Bowl LVIII preview til the next episode but this one still hits. Enjoy!
Mr. Chris is out for this one, but Mr. Mel and Jim step it up to recap each of the four great games (well three and a half) from Divisional Round week and then preview the Final Four teams. Not too many hot takes, but definitely need to listen in on how Jim is mourning Josh Allen but is happy to rebound with Jason Kelce... in pickup basketball, you sickos.
The full trio of Dads are in the bunker as Chris is off his BYE week and gives us a full update of what the Niners are doing to prepare for the Pack. We also rehash the crazy upsets from Wild Card Weekend before going full conspiracy mode as to what could prevent the Bills from beating the Chiefs this weekend. Enjoy it and good luck to your team if you're still in it!
Mr. Chris is out sick but Mel and Jim lead our listeners over a number of topics that have shaken up the NFL landscape as the regular season comes to a close. Listen in and get ready for quick, rapid-fire questions and answers, and possibly the best take on this pod, ever. Brought to you by Mr. Mel around the 41:20 mark. Let us know what you think! Cheers and good luck if your team is playing this weekend.
We got the full crew back in the bunker and go around the room with updates on Chargers, Bears, and the scary 49ers. We then launch our first Christmas Wishlist for all things NFL, from the modern Dad perspective. Some of the wishes are petty and team-specific, while some would call for change across the league. Let us know what you think, and drop your wishes in our comments! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, from the Dads!
The DADS catch up over the last four weeks by unveiling the "Dad's Sack", full of questions and feedback from listeners. We're also pretty confident we are the last recorded podcast ever before Staley was officially fired. We end the episode per usual with spicy hot takes and predictions over the last quarter of the regular season. Cheers!
The Dads record for the first time in three weeks and break the news to the podcasting audio-world that Joe Burrow is likely done for the season, casting doom for the Bengals. We also give updates on our teams and throw out some predictions and hopefuls for the end of the regular season.
The dads talk about an unprecedented week 7 where the Bears win but the Chargers and Niners both lose! Then get into the Middle of the season Power Rankings like only the dads can do. Give out a few Hot Takes and more!
Big 100th episode for the dads. The dads talk about the big week 6 storylines, wins, losses and more. Give the hot takes for week 7
This SPICY episode breaks down the Niners continued dominance, the Chargers gutsy play-calling, and the ineptness that is the Chicago Bears. The DADS also give their take on T Swift and project how much longer this might all go on...
No Mel tonight but no worries. Let the OG DDB Sugar Daddy's carry this episode breaking down Week 3 of the NFL. If last week, we stressed which teams to hit the panic button on, this week is more about the top teams so far, which ones are Derek fuckin "Furreal" and which ones are good "for now." All that plus major updates on Taylor Swift, Brandon Staley, and the greatest show on turf. Cheers!
The DADS are back and talking football, breaking down Week 2, the onslaught of major injuries, and poor coaching decisions leading many franchises to ask "Is it time to hit the panic button?" Enjoy the in-depth complaining on Da Bears and Chargers, and the constant praise and compliments toward the 49ers. Cheers!
The Dads are back to break down Week 1 action. Expect some insightful but crude commentary on the Niners, Chargers, and the lowly Bears. We also cover some major storylines from around the league before previewing a few cant-miss games for Week 2. Cheers!
(( SUPER SIZED EPISODE )) The dads are back and give out some hot takes on the season, who will win, who will lose and who will suck!
We kick off the episode recapping the BIG GAME and our takeaways from the "Should-be" holiday and epic night. Then we invite you to re-live the 2022 season as the DADS draft their Top 5 most memorable moments / games / plays / storylines of the season. We have a lot of laughs and callbacks as we reminisce on the crazy season that was...
All the Dads are back and gettin amped for the Big One, the Lombardi, Super Bowl Fifty-Seven, Let's Ride!!! Get your 7-Layer Dip and Wings goin cause we are breaking down the game, offering winners, picks, prop bets, and more (cough) MEL'S PICKS ONLY (if you know what's good for ya) But before all that... Mel and Chris give parting, heartfelt thoughts on their teams' brutal and ugly ends.
Super Wild Card Weekend is over and it lived up to the hype, and the dads break it down. Talk about the top picks for the coming week, and tease a few off season storylines that are looking juicer and juicer.
It's playoffs time!!!! The Dads tie a bow on the regular season, heaping praise on the Texans, questioning Staley's decision-making (again), and applaud the 49ers as they continue to look like the NFC's best. Then EACH GAME of the Super Wild Card Weekend is broken down with the DADS making predictions on each game.
Dads talk about the Chargers being in, the Niners being in, and the Bears, well, they are booking golf trips and vacation spots. Discuss the Damar Hamlin situation, and give some steamy Lead Pipe Locks.
The Dads are back from a two week hiatus and get right back into NFL bullshit, talking everything from Big Cock Brock, protecting Justin Fields the rest of the season, and demanding some respect for Justin Herbert ahead of his big primetime home game against Tua and the Dark Horse Dolphins. Plus as always, more LEAD PIPE LOCKS - Mel: Seattle -3.5 Jim: Chargers +3.5 Chris: Vikings +2.5
We have the honor of bringing in another SAC Dad into our bunker - everybody give it up for Chris LaConte. Don't dog him because he likes the Packers, he'll give you plenty of other reasons to do so in this episode. Be patient with us as we talk over one another a bit while incorporating a fourth male body in the bunker. Things get on track though when we break down the game of the year, Vikings-Bills. And expect more hot takes, especially when Jim details how he thinks the Eagles will respond after getting embarrassed on MNF. Good luck this weekend! Jim: 3-6-1 COLTS +7 Chris: 3-7 JETS +3 Mel: 8-2 GIANTS -3 LaConte* COWBOYS -1
The DADS get spicy with their mid-season review of the NFL season through 9 weeks. Outrageous claims, multiple errors and all in all a wild supersized episode from the DADS. Good luck on Sunday! LPLs Jim: Bears -3 Chris: Cowboys -5 Mel: Dolphins -3.5
Trade deadline has come and gone, and the dads go deep on the most interesting ones. Discuss the highs and lows of week 8, give out hot takes, what to look for week 9, and give out some Lead Pipe Locks.
It was a rough week for the Dads as the 49ers and Chargers took tough losses, both Chris's wife and Mel lost their last horse in their SURVIVOR leagues, and the betting window didn't see (m)any returns in Week 7. But at least the Bears won!! LPLs Jim (3-4) Cinci -3.5 Chris (2-5) NY Jets +2.5 Mel (5-2) Titans -2
The dads talk about Week 6 in depth. Also do Brady, Rodgers and Russ all suck now? Is it time to stop punting and more!
The Dads give their take on the newest penalty in the NFL, "Touching the Quarterback", and have ideas on how it could evolve. Hate it when we're right but this all stems from the job Miami did with Tua. PLUS: Who doesn't go for it on 4th down now? Who doesn't pass up PATs for a possible 2-point conversion? The game is changing everybody, but stick with The Dads. We'll guide you through this phase of the league. Also, shoutout to Matt Rhule, getting stacks while sitting at home. AND LEAD PIPE LOCKS! Minnesota -3 (MEL 3-2), Baltimore -5 (CHRIS 2-3), Buffalo -2.5 (JIM 2-3)
In this episode, the Dads break down the Dolphins INEPT decision to run Tua back out early and what the consequences could be for the entire league going forward. Also, Mel describes his incredible weekend where he got to touch Justin Herbert's hand and the Dads try to relate. Chris and Mel try to compare BOSA Wangs with a surprising winner, and each of the 2-2 Dads give their LEAD PIPE LOCKS! Good luck Sunday!
This latest installment has both Chris and Mel licking their wounds after a tough Week 3 loss for their teams. Meanwhile, Jim's Bears continue to roll. Also, does Chris have a real growing allegiance to Miami? Will Mel be signing autographs in Houston this coming weekend? Is Jim hornier for Sunday Night Football or Mac Jones? Find out all this, plus get your bets ready for the window as we give out 3 more lead pipe locks for Week 4. Good luck on Sunday, all.
The 49ers drama continues and Chris is here to break down his breakdown while watching what happened to Lap Dance Lance in Week 2. Mel gushes more over Justin Herbert... again, but is highly suspicious of the Chargers medical staff. Jim comes down to Earth with his Bears and is already thinking future in-season trade bait. The Dads also look to improve upon their 2-1 showing with LPLs last week. This one's got a lot of laughs so enjoy! And good luck Sunday!!!
First, we're aware that Jim sounds like he called in from a pay phone on the New Jersey Turnpike. But just like a lot of other teams in Week 1, we're getting our kinks out so let's not overreact! We break down our games, cover the best and worst of Week 1, and preview Week 2. Welcome back, we are DTF!