Talking Bearded: Unscripted & Unshaven

Talking Bearded

Welcome to Talking Beard: Unscripted & Unshaven! 🎙️ Join Brenden and Nick, two bearded dads in their 30s, as they navigate life, parenthood, and everything in between. Each week, we bring you authentic conversations about pop culture, technology, dad life, and whatever else crosses our minds. No scripts. No filters. Just two friends having real conversations about: • Weekly life updates and stories • Movies, TV shows, and entertainment • Modern fatherhood and family life • Pop culture deep dives • And yes, occasional beard talk!

Episodes

  1. 13/08/2025

    Maple Syrup Beard Oil & Jurassic Park

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot. In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:• Beard trims gone wrong and uneven growth struggles ✂️• The endless hunt for the perfect beard product (and why maple syrup oil was a bad idea) 🥞• Dance season chaos, dino-obsessed kids, and Jurassic Park nostalgia 🦖• Why early 2000s CGI still looks better than today’s blockbuster effects 🎥• Fantastic Four’s retro charm, underrated superhero shows, and Alan Tudyk love ❤️• The glory days of ’90s cartoons, from Batman to Street Sharks 📺• Middle-aged yard pride and the pure joy of unsolicited lawn compliments 🌱 Whether you’re a Marvel nerd, a beard care enthusiast, or just here for the dad-level tangents — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded: Instagram | TikTok | Twitter/X 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more. #TalkingBeardedPodcast #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast #BeardLife #DadLife #MovieNerds

    45 min

  2. 23/07/2025

    Bigfoot, Frozen Disney, and Other Wild Theories

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot. In this chaotic, conspiracy-laced episode, Nick & Brenden dive into: 👓 The struggle of big-headed dudes finding hats and glasses 🏝️ The vacation that left them more exhausted than before 🧙‍♂️ The never-ending battle for Pokémon card allocations 🍿 Popcorn buckets, Whatnot addiction & movie theater beefs 🧠 Disney’s Frozen conspiracy & the “cryogenically iced” Walt 🧌 Bigfoot, lizard people, ancient tech, and… Illuminati airports? 🦸‍♂️ Hot takes on Superman, Fantastic Four & Marvel’s downfall PLUS: Brenden wants tattoos. Nick wears hats 24/7. Someone fights off a fly mid-recording. It’s fine. Everything’s fine. Whether you’re a comic nerd, conspiracy theorist, Magic card hoarder, or just here for the unhinged beard banter — thanks for vibin’ with us. Live in the Matrix. Enjoy the ride. 🎙️ 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram | TikTok | Twitter/X 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more. #TalkingBeardedPodcast #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast #ConspiracyTheories #ComicBookTalk #BigfootIsReal

    50 min

  3. 02/07/2025

    Burnt Toast, Blackstones & Cowboy Coffee

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:Corn on the cob eating styles and how to spot a serial killer 🌽🔪The “Burnt Toast Theory” and fate vs. free will 🥖🌀Cooking obsessions, Gordon Ramsay hacks & the dream Blackstone life 🍳🔥Kid sleep battles, nap drop drama, and the sacred Tony box 💤📦Dad guilt, creative ruts, and trying to make music again 🎸😩Pet rants, lawn envy, and the mystery of Dakota’s magic mow ✂️🌿Cowboy coffee, Ratatouille love, and the joy of post-snow coffee rituals 🤠☕❄️Whether you’re into existential rabbit holes, dad-level breakfasts, or just here to vibe with two midwestern dudes trying their best — we’re glad you’re here.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week (kinda).📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram | TikTok | Twitter/X🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #BurntToastTheory #DadLife #CoffeeAddicts #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    52 min

  4. 11/06/2025

    Jackie Chan Moves and Magic: The Gathering Mania - Ep. 7

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:Kicking it with the new Karate Kid movie and Jackie Chan’s ageless moves 🥋👊Spinning wild Matrix reboot and simulation conspiracy theories 🤖🌌Geeking out over Blink-182’s audiobook and Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn 📖🎸Navigating pre-teen sass and parenting growing pains 👨‍👧😅Rocking out at small-town parades and festivals 🎡🍬Diving deep into Magic: The Gathering’s Final Fantasy craze 🃏⚔️Balancing kid independence and dad freak-outs in a changing world 🚶‍♀️😬Whether you’re a martial arts fan, a card game nerd, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #KarateKid #MagicTheGathering #DadLife #MatrixTheories #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    53 min

  5. 04/06/2025

    Bronies, Bob Dylan Hate, and Captain America Flops

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:Ruffling feathers with Bob Dylan hate and Wicked movie gripes 🎶😬Geeking out over My Little Pony’s Brony craze and Paw Patrol lore 🦄🐶Dissecting Captain America 4’s meh vibes and Marvel’s pivot woes 🛡️📉Jamming to All-American Rejects, Yellowcard, and pop-punk revivals 🎸🔥Reliving Phineas and Ferb’s clever charm and Bluey’s messy car relatability 📺🚗Reflecting on small-town festivals and $5 movie theater magic 🎥🌉Dreaming big with creative pursuits and dodging diet crash-and-burns ✍️🥗Whether you’re a comic nerd, a punk rock fan, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #PopPunkRevival #MarvelGripes #BlueyVibes #ComicBookTalk #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    44 min

  6. 21/05/2025

    All-American Rejects and 9/11 Reflections - Ep. 5

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot. In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of: Defending hot takes on The Last Jedi and dodging Star Wars nerd rage 🌌⚡Raging over a missed All-American Rejects pop-up show in Ames 🎸😡Geeking out on pop-punk nostalgia and Disney’s remake album 🎶🦁Tackling yard work and electric mowers like suburban superheroes 🌳⚡️Binging The Flash, Arrow, and heavy 9/11 documentaries 📺📰Dreaming big: from childhood Sinatra goals to creative pursuits 🎤📽️Guiding kids to chase dreams with hard work and heart 👨‍👧💪Whether you’re a pop-punk fan, a Star Wars diehard, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded: Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts. #TalkingBeardedPodcast #StarWarsHotTakes #PopPunkNostalgia #DadLife #TheFlash #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    44 min

  7. 14/05/2025

    From iPods to AI: Bearded Tech Talk

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot. In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of: Battling flies and food poisoning horror stories 🪰🤢Nailing the dad dance at the recital and TikTok fame 💃🎥Binge-watching the entire Skywalker Saga with fresh eyes 🌌⚔️Debating The Last Jedi’s hot takes and sequel trilogy woes 🎬😢Mourning Suits LA’s cancellation and TV show pickups 📺❌Exploring AI’s rise, from iPods to world-changing tech 🤖💿Wrestling with AI’s future: utopia or Terminator nightmare? 🌍🔥Whether you’re a Star Wars nerd, a tech geek, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded: Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts. #TalkingBeardedPodcast #StarWarsSaga #AIRevolution #DadDance #SuitsLA #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    55 min

  8. 07/05/2025

    Star Wars vs. Lord of the Rings and Big Bang Gripes - Talking Bearded: Episode 3

    Welcome to another episode of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:Geeking out over comic book vibes at Quest Haven Books and Comics 📚💥Debating variant covers and the ritual of Wednesday comic hauls 🦸‍♂️Ranting about Big Bang Theory’s fall-off and Friends’ timeless charm 📺😂Shrek secrets, Goofy Movie love, and Street Sharks nostalgia 🦁🦈Star Wars vs. Lord of the Rings: an epic showdown of fandoms ⚔️🌌Crying over Pokémon’s Ash Ketchum finale and childhood endings 😢⚡️Quality vs. quantity: Tolkien’s legacy and Marvel’s overload 📖🎬Whether you’re a comic nerd, a 90s kid, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #ComicBooks #StarWarsVsLordOfTheRings #PokemonNostalgia #ShrekLove #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    1h 9m

  9. 30/04/2025

    WrestleMania, Inflatable Chickens, and Blink-182 Tears - Talking Bearded Ep. 2

    Welcome to Episode 2 of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In this episode, Nick & Brenden dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:- Surviving Easter and WrestleMania weekend 🐣💪- Planning a secret dads’ dance in inflatable costumes at the dance studio recital 🐔🎤- Battling mystery colds and dodging the doctor’s scale 🤧⚖️- Wrestling rants: Cody Rhodes, John Cena, and The Rock’s epic heel turn 🤼‍♂️- Binging Suits LA, The Last of Us, and rewatching Arrowverse classics 📺- Blink-182 tour dreams and the heartbreak of a canceled show 🎸😢- Reflecting on high school, college regrets, and life-changing lamps 💡Whether you’re a wrestling fan, a pop-punk nerd, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #WrestleMania #Blink182 #DadLife #SuitsLA #PopCulturePodcast #UnscriptedUnshaven

    50 min

  10. 23/04/2025

    Unscripted & Unshaven – Talking Bearded Ep. 1

    Welcome to Episode 1 of the Talking Bearded Podcast: Unscripted & Unshaven!Two bearded dads. Unfiltered convos. Zero scripts. This is your new favorite hangout spot.In our first episode, Nick & Brenden introduce themselves and dive into a chaotic and hilarious mix of:Why Marvel fell off after Endgame 😵‍💫DC’s surprising comeback (yes, we’re hyped for James Gunn) 🦇⚡Star Wars rants, nostalgia, and building lightsabers at Disney ✨Parenting in a screen-heavy world 📱Childhood throwbacks like floppy disks, Game Boys & McDonald's pizza 🍕A very unforgettable vomit-filled flight story 🤢And what it's like to (accidentally?) become a Disney adult 🎢Whether you’re a comic nerd, a parent, or just here for the bearded banter — thanks for joining us on this wild ride. Things are just getting started.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.📲 Follow us everywhere @TalkingBearded:Instagram: instagram.com/talkingbeardedTikTok: tiktok.com/@talkingbeardedTwitter/X: x.com/TalkingBearded🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & everywhere else you get your podcasts.#TalkingBeardedPodcast #MarvelVsDC #DadLife #ComicBookTalk #DisneyAdults #StarWarsNerds #UnscriptedUnshaven #PopCulturePodcast

    59 min

  11. 16/04/2025

    Talking Bearded: Unscripted & Unshaven Intro

    Talking Bearded: Unscripted & Unshaven Intro

    1 min
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Welcome to Talking Beard: Unscripted & Unshaven! 🎙️ Join Brenden and Nick, two bearded dads in their 30s, as they navigate life, parenthood, and everything in between. Each week, we bring you authentic conversations about pop culture, technology, dad life, and whatever else crosses our minds. No scripts. No filters. Just two friends having real conversations about: • Weekly life updates and stories • Movies, TV shows, and entertainment • Modern fatherhood and family life • Pop culture deep dives • And yes, occasional beard talk!

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