Cool Dad Shirt

Rich and Mike
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Think of it as Seinfeld meets Top Gear, recorded from a midlife man cave...  Mike and Rich deliver the kind of humor that feels like catching up with your funniest friends on a Saturday morning Home Depot run.  The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast is a hilarious, coffee-loving ode to suburban dad life, hosted by lifelong friends, who are just trying to stay “hip” while raising daughters and surviving modern adulthood...  one absurd conversation at a time.   The banter is quick and the tangents are wild.  Each episode blends nostalgia, music geekery, and everyday dad disasters—from burnt toast, to blown-out speakers, aging parents, and vacuuming up hornets. It’s essentially a lifestyle podcast for dads who still own band tees, discuss alien life, and celebrate the awesomeness of fatherhood.   In short, the Cool Dad Shirt Podcast indulges the art of:  being funny, nostalgic, and examining the preposterous.  

  1. JAN 28

    Ep 44 - It's Not the Slippery Beaver

    Send us a text The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast — Season 4 Episode 1: Snow Gin Fizz & Dad Tech Support Triumphs Welcome back, listeners… somehow we’ve made it to Season Four of The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, proving once and for all that quitting is for people with free storage space on their phones. In this kickoff episode of 2026, Rich and Mike dive headfirst into the important issues facing modern dads today, including: Meniscus tears caused by… home improvement (the most middle-aged injury imaginable)The surprising emotional highs of a really good cup of coffeeRich’s invention of the world’s most seasonal and dangerous cocktail: the Snow Gin Fizz (feat. rogue rosemary shrapnel)Why office kitchenettes become dumping grounds for half-eaten holiday mystery treatsThe true pinnacle of human evolution: remote tech support for your parentsThe eternal frustration of texting autocorrect and the life-changing discovery of… swipe typingA nostalgic trip back to above-ground pool whirlpools and the lost art of “fill it up and check the oil”Plus: double-neck guitars, missed phone calls, and Rich asking the question no one asked: “Am I sexist… or just startled by male phlebotomists?”It’s classic dad-pop culture comedy, equal parts heartfelt, ridiculous, and mildly orthopedic. Season Four is here. Expectations are low. Spirits are high. And the Snow Gin Fizz may or may not be FDA approved. #Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, #dad comedy podcast, #Season 4 Episode 1, #funny parenting podcast, #meniscus tear story, #invented gin cocktail, #Snow Gin Fizz, #dad life humor, #coffee obsession, #tech support for parents, #nostalgic dad stories Cocktail Warning Do not insert herbs into spherical ice molds unless you enjoy being attacked by floating rosemary needles.

    36 min

  2. 12/13/2025

    Ep 43 - Smile for the Concussion

    Send us a text Season 3, Episode 10: Socks, Head Nods, and Winning Kitchen Appliances Like a Real Adult Mike and Rich cover the full emotional spectrum of middle-aged dad life—from the joy of rediscovered socks to the sobering realization that winning kitchen appliances on a game show is now the ultimate fantasy. What starts as a simple question (“Where did all my socks go?”) quickly spirals into moving kids out, awkward workplace head nod hierarchies, filming your nephew getting punched in the face, and the silent terror of unanswered calls from aging parents. It’s heartfelt. It’s ridiculous. It’s aggressively relatable. What We’re Talking About This Week The Great Sock Recovery of 2025 When a daughter moves out, silverware mysteriously reappears… along with a lifetime supply of socks previously believed to be eaten by the dryer. A bittersweet rite of passage—with bonus hosiery. Workplace Head Nod Politics Is there a formal nod and an informal nod? Rich breaks down the unspoken hallway etiquette of corporate life—and now you’ll never walk past a coworker the same way again. Workplace Anxiety Nobody Trains You For One tangled headset. One innocent coworker. One man on the brink of an HR incident because someone refuses to untangle their cords. Filming a Muay Thai Fight (Mistakes Were Made) Rich tries to be a supportive uncle by filming his nephew’s first Muay Thai exhibition… until punches, kicks, and blood make him quietly root for the end of the match and consider deleting the footage forever. Editing Your Spouse’s Texts (For Personal Gain) Pro tip: If you’re asked to proofread a text, casually insert a glowing paragraph about yourself. Payment accepted in reputation points.  Why Our Aunts and Uncles Seemed Ancient at 50 Back in the day: sitting, smoking, and handing kids $5.  Today: grandparents doing cannonballs and coaching soccer.  What changed—and why we’re all trying to age very differently. Don’t Procrastinate the Important Stuff A powerful reminder about digitizing old tapes, preserving family memories, and why some things shouldn’t be put off “until later.” Dad Calls Are Always an Emergency Two missed calls from your dad could mean anything—from a medical crisis to breaking news about Uncle Giuseppe’s opening in Sayville. The Moment You Know You’re an Adult Forget jet skis. Forget dirt bikes. Winning a full set of kitchen appliances on a game show now feels like hitting the lottery—and honestly? That dishwasher alone is worth it. Why You’ll Love This Episode If you’re a dad, parent, uncle, or just someone navigating adulthood with mild anxiety and a sense of humor, this episode hits home. It’s observational comedy, parenting stories, nostalgia, and real-life reflection—all wrapped in one extremely comfortable Cool Dad Shirt. #CoolDadShirtPodcast, #funnydadpodcast, #parentinghumorpodcast, #dadlifepodcast, #workplacehumor, #familystoriespodcast, #observationalcomedypodcast, #socks, #headnods, #appliances

    38 min

  3. 10/19/2025

    Ep 42 - Pop-Tarts and Koozies

    Send us a text Emoji Battles, Koozie Logic, and the $1 Million Nap It's pure suburban chaos, seasoned with Pop-Tarts, guilt-fueled quesadillas, and one man’s war with his paper towel dispenser. This week, we're diving into the deep, dark world of emoji management, where a single borderline inappropriate icon can haunt your "recently used" panel for 60 days! Hear about the tactical use of other emojis to push out the offending one and a hilarious family text mishap involving a puff of smoke instead of a sad face. Plus, get ready for some serious dad dilemmas: Road Rage with Siri: Does your car's navigation system pressure you into running a red light? You're not alone! The Cold Beverage Commitment: Find out why carrying a koozie (or is it a cozy?) in your pocket—even at a restaurant—is a total game-changer for one dedicated cold-drink enthusiast. Force of Habit: The physics of paper towel rolls... The simple terror of accidentally buying full-size paper towels after a decade of select-a-size-induced wrist action. The Great Underwear Announcement: A very confident declaration from one dad that was met with applause. The Sound Man Confessional: Hear the top three insulting/confusing things a sound man is asked, including being mistaken for the DJ or, worse, the waiter! Bee Redemption: From unintentional bee slayer to full-blown honey advocate.  Finally, we talk about the mystery of an opening car trunk solved (it's not low bass frequencies, sadly) , the surprising shame of an oversized chicken quesadilla , and the real story behind the "spend the night in a negative 24.9 dB room for $1,000,000" challenge. Stick around for the Cool Dad Tip of the Week: how to fund your retirement with a 2% cash-back credit card —it's like forced savings and free money! Esquire raves: "The Cool Dad Shirt podcast is marginally entertaining, sometimes funny, and strangely appealing to hot moms". What more could you ask for? It’s chaos, dad logic, and comedy gold — all wrapped in a crispy cinnamon Pop-Tart.  #dadpodcast #funny #nostalgia #CoolDadShirt #Bees #Pop-Tarts #Emojis #Siri #navigation #Koozie Comedy Podcast, Dad Life Humor, Pop Culture Commentary, Funny Storytelling, Middle-Aged Dad Jokes, Nostalgia & Music, Everyday Life Comedy

    34 min

  4. 09/18/2025

    Ep 41 - A Salty Saga: Burnt Toast and Suppositories

    Send us a text Dive into another crispy edition of the Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, where nothing goes according to plan—just the way we like it! Expect spontaneous bucket tumbles, burnt breakfast disasters, and a deep existential rant about waiting for a stop sign to turn green (spoiler: it never does). If life’s got you feeling like burnt toast, you’re in the right place!  Lightning, Bees, and “Be Safe” The dads swap wild stories—like surviving an electrical storm on a boat with hair literally standing on end and a suspenseful bee attack so severe, it required Raid and leather gloves (and nearly set the neighborhood ablaze). Safety tips? Not welcome here—we prefer our podcast risky and our arguments spicy! Oral Suppositories (Swallow At Your Own Risk) Don’t miss one of the greatest medical mix-ups in podcast history: a guest swallows a suppository and consults poison control, only to learn he’ll live to laugh about it (and so will everyone else). This headline is your warning: read before ingesting! Listener Movie Showdowns & Alien Hot Takes Mike Wiseman returns to roast a past movie review and debate the genius of “Dirty Work.” The hosts plot a future episode with an alien guest (IT support from space?). From aliens to controversial catchphrases like “reach out,” they cover every weird internet rabbit hole—so the SEO gods will be pleased! Pickle Season: A Work in Progress Pickle talk turns sour as legendary family recipes get tested and tossed—turns out, not every batch is share-worthy. The journey to pickle perfection is just another ongoing dad project! Tune in and subscribe for new episodes where grievances are aired, listeners are roasted, and every tangent is a potential headline! Like, review, or just keep listening for more dad wisdom and wit! #BurntToast, #OralSuppositoryFails, #DadPodcast, #ElectricalStormBoat, #BeeAttack, #DadAdvice, #BeSafeRant, #CoolDadShirt, #PickleRecipe, #MovieReview, #PodcastComedy, #AlienPodcastGuests, #GenXNostalgia

    26 min

  5. 07/31/2025

    Ep 40 - Happy Hour Healthcare

    Send us a text Welcome to Episode 40 of The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast – where award-winning content meets unexpected tangents! This week, get ready for a wild ride as we tackle everything from questionable spray tans to bizarre rental car upgrades. Episode Highlights: Oompa Loompa or Orange You Glad You Didn't Self-Tan? We kick things off with a hilarious (and alarmingly orange) tale of self-tanning mishaps. Learn why hands and feet might be "naturally more absorptive" and if day three brings back normalcy. #SelfTanFail #OrangeSkin #BeautyBlundersThe "Party Mobile" Rental Car Upgrade: You won't believe what our host found in his "upgraded" Audi A6 rental car – let's just say it smelled like a party and came with some "additional surprises"! Find out how a $50 discount made up for the unexpected "cleaning fee". #RentalCarHorrorStory #CarUpgrade #UnexpectedSurprisesThe Bionic Beaver - A College Concoction: Ever heard of a "Bionic Beaver"? Dive into the nostalgic (and terrible-tasting) college drink from Plattsburgh's Fillions bar. We even reveal the mysterious (and unappetizing) ingredients! #CollegeDrinks #Plattsburgh #BadCocktailsColonoscopy Calamity: A Plumbing Problem & a Lucky Break! Hear a truly horrifying (and thankfully, lucky) story about a colonoscopy prep weekend plagued by plumbing issues and a confusing appointment mix-up. It's a tale that will make you appreciate modern medicine (and functioning toilets)! #ColonoscopyPrep #PlumbingProblems #MedicalMisadventuresiPhone Texting Pet Peeves & the Oxford Comma Debate: Our ongoing iPhone rant continues with a deep dive into the frustrations of speech-to-text and the controversial "6 o'clock" transcription. Are you in the Oxford comma camp? Let us know! #iPhoneProblems #SpeechToText #OxfordCommaBank Branch Bafflement: Where Did the Tellers Go? Experience the bewildering new bank layout with kiosks and an apparent aversion to immediate customer service. Is it a "power move" or just bad customer service? #BankingExperience #CustomerServiceFail #ModernProblemsCocktails & Pulmonologists: The Telehealth Triumph! Discover the winning strategy for doctor appointments: telehealth with a side of "cocktail mode". #Telehealth #DoctorAppointments #FrankSinatraVibesGoogle Maps Street View: Caught in 360! What happens when you encounter the Google Street View car not once, but three times in one walk? Learn about potential "legacy fame" and the software that blurs your face. #GoogleMaps #StreetView #AccidentalFameFashion Faux Pas: Black & Brown Don't Mix! A candid discussion about fashion anxieties, specifically the uncomfortable sight of black outfits paired with brown shoes. Is it truly "frowned upon in the fashion industry"? #FashionPolice #StyleTips #WardrobeWoesThe Analog Renaissance: Are We Over Digital? Explore the intriguing theory of an "analog renaissance" where people crave live music, human contact, and a rejection of digital isolation. #AnalogRenaissance #DigitalDetox #LiveMusicMarshmallow Fluff Meltdown: A Sticky Situation! Get ready for some relationship advice as our host grapples with telling his wife that her thoughtful purchase of "impostor brand" fluff just isn't the beloved Marshmallow Fluff brand! #MarriageAdvice #MarshmallowFluff #FirstWorldProblemsTree Removal Triumph: Avoiding the $8000 Shock! A surprising tale of tree removal costs that started with an "8" and ended with a delightful $950 total! Plus, hear about the monster crew that gets the job done in record time. #TreeRemoval #HomeMaintenance #UnexpectedSavingsDon't miss this episode packed with laughs, relatable mishaps, and questionable life choices! Tune in now! #CoolDadShirtPodca

    30 min

  6. 07/02/2025

    Ep 39 - Embellished for Authenticity

    Send us a text Buckle up—literally. In this episode of The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, Rich and Mike hit 126 mph in a Porsche, dodge a hornet in a vacuum cleaner, and debate whether game shows economics are stuck in 1987 prize budgets. From grocery cart vigilantes to the imperial system’s grocery aisle betrayal, this episode is a hilarious ride through dad life, nostalgia, and everyday absurdities. Also on deck: Can soup pass as a urine sample? (Asking for a friend.)Is Norah Jones the most universally loved artist ever?Why your grill might be secretly covering Replacements songs.The great cowboy boot regret of middle school.And the eternal question: When should someone’s phone be taken away?If you've ever worn a Wilson's leather jacket or whistled to Bobby McFerrin in aisle 5, this one’s for you. Subscribe, rate, and review—because cool dads deserve cool podcasts. #CoolDadShirt #DadLife #NorahJonesIsQueen #SoupIsNotPee #CartNarcs #WilsonLeatherVibes #PodcastForParents #SummertimeShenanigans #Gatorade #GameShows #GroceryStoreShenanigans #NorahJones #RaceCars #Hornets dad podcast, funny parenting podcast, Norah Jones, grocery store stories, game show prizes, Porsche Cayman GT4, hornet vacuum story, imperial vs metric, iced coffee hacks, Cool Dad Shirt, Blake Shelton

    32 min

  7. 05/30/2025

    Ep 38 - The "Yule Log" of DJ-ing

    Send us a text Welcome to The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, where suburban dad life, music nostalgia, and questionable logic collide. Rich and Mike are in top form, spinning yarns about everything from hypnotic DJ dads to lawnmowers that refuse to die (“It’s like they’re running on spite and old gas.").  Even stumbled upon a cable music channel featuring a middle-aged man in a black shirt, headphones, and sunglasses, pretending to DJ while sipping wine? Rich has, and he can’t get enough of “DJ Papa Wanti”—the Yule Log of yacht rock. Is he really mixing tracks, or is this just the Truman Show for background music lovers? We may never know, but we’re here for it. Meanwhile, Rich’s lawnmower is a legend. Despite years of neglect and prayers for its demise, it starts up like a champ—on old gas, no less. Clearly, the ‘90s were the golden age of lawn equipment. But the real drama unfolds in the kitchen. Mike’s pet peeve? Light wash items (like baking sheets) ending up under heavy wash items (like plates covered in tomato sauce and salad bowls with ranch dressing). Suddenly, a simple wipe-down turns into a full-blown cleaning ordeal. And don’t get us started on grocery lists that send you zigzagging through the store like a contestant on Supermarket Sweep. Other highlights: Old-timey sayings: “Get them on the horn!” and “Bob’s your uncle”—because why say it simply when you can say it like your grandpa?Kevin O’Leary out of context: Seeing him jam on guitar in dad jeans is as jarring as running into your math teacher at the grocery store.New washer and dryer excitement: Mike’s latest appliance delivery is so thrilling, he wouldn’t even notice if the TV got stolen.Tune in for laughs, life hacks, and a healthy dose of dad energy. Whether you’re into yacht rock, lawn care, or the eternal struggle of the kitchen sink, this episode has something for every cool dad (and mom!) out there. #CoolDadShirtPodcast, #funnypodcast, #dadhumor, #yachtrock, #DJPapaWanti, #lawnmowerstories, #petpeeves, #DavidSpade, #KevinOLeary, #TaylorSwift, #SharkTank, #oldsayings, #dadlife, #parentingpodcast, #laundryday

    28 min

  8. 04/15/2025

    Ep 37 - We Invent the "Fluffuccino"

    Send us a text In this episode of the Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, Rich and Mike bounce through a whirlwind of hilarious and thought-provoking topics—ranging from sugar-fueled nightmares and accidental identity theft to the mystery of Uranus’. They tackle fluff sandwich ingredients, Irish vs.Italian goodbyes, and whether a hole through the Earth would be a gentle fall or instant doom. Plus, they get nostalgic over FM radio hits, share tech upgrades, and explore the high-pressure politics of watching TikTok's your spouse sends. It’s unscripted, unexpected, and unapologetically entertaining.  Topics Covered: Nightmare Fuel: How late-night desserts and HBO’s White Lotus collided into an identity-theft dream Mike can’t unsee.Uranus vs. "Yourness": A very serious (kind of) debate about the pronunciation of the seventh planet and space revisionist history.Gravity & Freefall Theories: Would you bounce at Earth’s core or die instantly? A surprisingly deep dive.Fluff Ingredients Exposed: A shocking four-ingredient list that starts with sugar and ends with sugar. Kind of.Irish vs. Italian Goodbyes: Quick exits vs. long family sendoffs—where do you fall?Rush's “Spirit of Radio”: Why FM radio hits different and how that song still rocks.New iPhones & Tech Anxiety: Rich and Mike compare new phone purchases and the panic of syncing in-store.Honking Regret: Do we need an “I’m sorry” horn? Yes. Yes, we do.Couples & TikToks: Navigating the treacherous world of when to watch your partner’s social videos.Knife Sharpening Confessions: Steel vs. stone—are you doing it right? Episode Extras: Mike’s theory that Neil deGrasse Tyson might be responsible for changing "Uranus"A lovable PSA on the delightful (and tasty) varieties of sugar inside fluff jarsAn actual call for a physicist guest to help settle the gravity debate #CoolDadShirt #DadPodcast #DadLife #WhiteLotus #FLUFF #Fluffuccino #Uranus #Gravity #IrishGoodbyes #CouplesTikTok Where to Find Us: Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you tune in Follow us on Instagram: [@cool_dad_shirt]  Send us your favorite Irish or Italian goodbye stories!

    34 min
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About

Think of it as Seinfeld meets Top Gear, recorded from a midlife man cave...  Mike and Rich deliver the kind of humor that feels like catching up with your funniest friends on a Saturday morning Home Depot run.  The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast is a hilarious, coffee-loving ode to suburban dad life, hosted by lifelong friends, who are just trying to stay “hip” while raising daughters and surviving modern adulthood...  one absurd conversation at a time.   The banter is quick and the tangents are wild.  Each episode blends nostalgia, music geekery, and everyday dad disasters—from burnt toast, to blown-out speakers, aging parents, and vacuuming up hornets. It’s essentially a lifestyle podcast for dads who still own band tees, discuss alien life, and celebrate the awesomeness of fatherhood.   In short, the Cool Dad Shirt Podcast indulges the art of:  being funny, nostalgic, and examining the preposterous.  

Information

  • Creator
    Rich and Mike
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cool Dad Shirt
  • Show Website
    Cool Dad Shirt