The Old Dog Pack Show

Craig Jackson
The Old Dog Pack Show

Welcome to the world's premier podcast regarding the mind, body, soul, and money of the middle-aged man. Craig Jackson, a lawyer, and Dr. Brian Rees, a psychotherapist, try to determine whether there is any way to squeeze meaning out of life after fifty. They talk anxiety and depression. They talk erectile disfunction. They talk about the law. They talk about the Dallas Cowboys. They talk about deadlifts, squats, and the bench press. There's pretty much nothing that is off-limits. If life has met or exceeded your expectations, this show may not have much to offer you. If, on the other hand, you have landed on the back side of middle age with unfulfilled dreams, a significant gut, and impending sense of doom, welcome home.

  1. 12 DIC

    Episode 110: Win a Dream Date with Pam Bondi AND Janet Reno! Also, Join Us on a Yacht Rock Acid Trip with Christopher Cross.

    Alright, you yacht rockers, it’s time for another round of The Old Dog Pack Show! Dr. Rees, The Governor, and Jackson are still solvin’ the world’s problems while you sit on your couch wonderin’ how life got so complicated. In This Very Special Episode: Antibiotics and STD Roulette We’re takin’ a dive into the world of Ivermectin and Penicillin. And if that doesn’t already sound like a fun Saturday night, wait ‘til we throw in antibiotic-resistant syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. You know, there are pros and cons to everything.  Pam Bondi vs. Janet Reno Anyone see Trump's pick for attorney general? Let’s just say she’s a little easier on the eyes than ol’ Janet Reno. No disrespect, Janet, but we gotta call it like we see it. The Role of the Attorney General Turns out, the AG is more than just a glorified hall monitor. We’re breakin’ it down so even the jury can understand... which brings us to— Juries: Idiots or Geniuses? Twelve strangers, one verdict. Are they really seein’ through the BS, or are they just lookin’ for the closest vending machine?  Christopher Cross: Yacht Rock Dealer Extraordinaire Turns out, smooth sailing wasn’t just a song—it was a lifestyle. Acid drops, pot dealing, and vibes so chill you’ll wonder how this guy ever made it to the studio. So grab a cold one, slap on some sunscreen, and get ready to laugh, learn, love, and question everything you thought you knew about yacht rock and the legal system. Hey, Bud, do us a solid, will ya? Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify, slap us with a 5-star rating, and maybe even toss in a quick review. Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ve earned it yet, but c’mon—we’re workin’ on it! While you’re at it, hit that ‘subscribe’ button like it owes you money. And hey, swing by olddogpack.com and sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. Is it gonna change your life? Nah. But it’s free, so what’re ya complaining about? Most importantly—and I mean this—tell a buddy about us. We’re nothin’ without you guys, and we wanna grow this thing into a whole pack of you maniacs. Help us out, huh?

    34 min
  2. 10 DIC

    Episode 109: Feels So Good Partying at the Furry Convention with Luigi Mangione

    What’s up, degenerates?! This week on The Old Dog Pack Show, the gang dives into some of the more. Dr. Rees, the Governor, and Jackson are back at it, proving once again that a self-improvement podcast for the middle-aged man is doomed to devolve into 30 minutes of grab-ass. Here’s what we got on tap for ya this week: “Do You Even Party, Bro?” Are parties even fun, or are we all just showing up for the finger foods and praying the host has decent chairs? For some of us, they're the greatest, but for some, they are about as exciting as eating turkey. Things We Can Learn from Luigi Mangione. Looks like the search for United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murderer is over. What can we learn from accused killer Luigi Mangione? First, ditch the murder weapon. That includes the silencer. Second, ditch the fake IDs you used around the time you committed murder. Third, ditch the manifesto that explains your motive for committing murder. Finally, if your most prominent feature is your wild ass eyebrows, get some tweezers and pluck those f*****s.  The Furry Thing... Yeah, We Went There. Listen, we didn’t wake up today planning to talk about furries, but here we are. In "New News," our heroes give us the 101 on what’s up with these people dressing up like animals and living their best lives. Fetishes, conventions, and yes, some uncomfortable truths you probably didn’t need to know. The Baby Swap Bombshell. A 49-year-old woman finds out she was switched at birth. Thanks to 23 and Me, a north Texas woman finally has some clarity as to why she hates her family's guts.  So grab a drink, crank up the volume, and join us for another episode of midlife mundanity and questionable wisdom. Hey, Bud, do us a solid, will ya? Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify, slap us with a 5-star rating, and maybe even toss in a quick review. Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ve earned it yet, but c’mon—we’re workin’ on it! While you’re at it, hit that ‘subscribe’ button like it owes you money. And hey, swing by olddogpack.com and sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. Is it gonna change your life? Nah. But it’s free, so what’re ya complaining about? Most importantly—and I mean this—tell a buddy about us. We’re nothin’ without you guys, and we wanna grow this thing into a whole pack of you maniacs. Help us out, huh?

    27 min
  3. 5 DIC

    Episode 108: Holiday Highs and Lows: Trauma, Tunes, and Tequila

    In this episode of The Old Dog Pack Show, Dr. Rees, the Governor, and Jackson dive into a festive mix of hard-hitting questions, including: The Margarita Swirl Debate: Is this iconic frozen concoction the perfect drink, or is it overrated? The crew takes sides. Elf on the Shelf Madness: The pros and cons of this modern holiday tradition—clever parenting tool or pure nightmare fuel? Would Junior Like This Song?: This week, the team evaluates Adriano Celentano's surreal classic Prisencolinensinainciusol. Would Junior have a visceral reaction? Probably so.  Psych Questions: Resolving Childhood Trauma: Can you ever truly get over it, and does slithering help? Yes, we said slithering. Slithering Defined: Dr. Rees ponders the surprisingly therapeutic power of snake-like movements (or not). How Much Is Too Much?: The gang ponders how much they'd spend to save a beloved pet. Would you shell out thousands, or do tough decisions await? Grab a margarita swirl (or not) and join the discussion! Hey, Bud, do us a solid, will ya? Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify, slap us with a 5-star rating, and maybe even toss in a quick review. Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ve earned it yet, but c’mon—we’re workin’ on it! While you’re at it, hit that ‘subscribe’ button like it owes you money. And hey, swing by olddogpack.com and sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. Is it gonna change your life? Nah. But it’s free, so what’re ya complaining about? Most importantly—and I mean this—tell a buddy about us. We’re nothin’ without you guys, and we wanna grow this thing into a whole pack of you maniacs. Help us out, huh?

    35 min
  4. 3 DIC

    Episode 107: Halfway to Dead - Goals, Trolls, and Spin the Karaoke Wheel!

    This week on The Old Dog Pack Show, Dr. Rees, the Governor, and Jackson bring you a post-Thanksgiving buffet of chaos and class. First up, it’s the Texas A&M vs. UT showdown. Who wants to make a bet? Spoiler alert: the loser’s takes a spin on the the ODP Karaoke Wheel where American Idol meets public humiliation. Then the guys take a hard left into politics (because why not?) and ask the big question: would you take a gig in Biden’s or Trump’s cabinet?  But wait, we’re not just here to stir the pot—we’re growing as people! Introducing the Halfway to Dead segment, where our heroes lay out their goals for December. Push-ups, sit-ups, cardio, life stuff—no big deal, just trying to hit 2025 with a little momentum behind us. Next, they go full internet vigilante and take on social media comment section trolls. It’s like a therapy session, except with more swearing and less resolution. Somewhere along the way, C.S. Lewis shows up. (Yeah, that C.S. Lewis. Don’t ask.) Oh, and did you know a killer VO2 max might matter more than the size of your waistband? Science says so. Finally, things get weird when the guys reminisce about Raygun the Breakdancer. Who is she? Why does she matter? You’ll have to listen to find out. Hey, Bud, do us a solid, will ya? Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify, slap us with a 5-star rating, and maybe even toss in a quick review. Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ve earned it yet, but c’mon—we’re workin’ on it! While you’re at it, hit that ‘subscribe’ button like it owes you money. And hey, swing by olddogpack.com and sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. Is it gonna change your life? Nah. But it’s free, so what’re ya complaining about? Most importantly—and I mean this—tell a buddy about us. We’re nothin’ without you guys, and we wanna grow this thing into a whole pack of you maniacs. Help us out, huh?

    29 min
  5. 29 NOV

    Episode 106: Maslow, Mirrors, and Michelle’s Banana: A Thanksgiving Special!

    Alright, buckle up, ya middle-aged maniacs. In this one, the Governor is still off the grid, so Dr. Rees and Jackson get into the real stuff—y’know, the kind of weird shit you do when no one’s watchin’. You ever caught yourself in the mirror like Paul Rudd in Wanderlust? Yeah, we’re talkin’ about THAT level of weird. But wait, there’s more! We take a detour into Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. You know, the pyramid thing everyone brings up when they’re tryin’ to sound smart. Turns out, anxiety’s lurking in there somewhere like a drunk uncle at Thanksgiving. And speakin’ of Thanksgiving, the boys remind us why it’s the king of holidays. Spoiler: it’s all about Arlo Guthrie and his 18-minute masterpiece, Alice’s Restaurant. That song? It’s a rite of passage, not just a tune. Oh, and then we wrap it up with some solid old-school rebellion. Michelle Phillips of The Mamas and The Papas? She ate a BANANA on the freakin’ Ed Sullivan Show. A BANANA! Back then, that was like moonin’ the Queen. So grab a drink, pop in the earbuds, and let’s dive into the beautifully absurd world of middle-aged nonsense. Hey, Bud, do us a solid, will ya? Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify, slap us with a 5-star rating, and maybe even toss in a quick review. Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ve earned it yet, but c’mon—we’re workin’ on it! While you’re at it, hit that ‘subscribe’ button like it owes you money. And hey, swing by olddogpack.com and sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. Is it gonna change your life? Nah. But it’s free, so what’re ya complaining about? Most importantly—and I mean this—tell a buddy about us. We’re nothin’ without you guys, and we wanna grow this thing into a whole pack of you maniacs. Help us out, huh?

    33 min
  6. 26 NOV

    Episode 105: Would You Rather Eat Turkey OR Get a Single, Fatal Punch to the Heart?

    Alright, with the Governor out doing God knows what, Dr. Rees and Jackson dive into the hard-hitting questions this week, like, “Is turkey overrated, or are we all just lying to ourselves for tradition’s sake?” Spoiler alert: it ain’t that great. Scotch gets dragged into the mix too—are we sipping it ’cause it’s good, or ’cause we wanna look like we’re starring in a bad James Bond ripoff? Then these geniuses tackle whether grown men should hit the movies together, like, are you paying for your buddy’s popcorn too, or just holding hands during the previews? Plus, there’s this wild new high-tech suicide pod that sounds like something Elon Musk cooked up after a bad day at Twitter HQ. Oh, and Bud Light—yeah, that Bud Light—is trying to bounce back with Shane Gillis. Is it working? Who knows, but hey, free beer is free beer. Finally, our heroes pay tribute to their buddy Richard Corbitt, a man who was basically Ric Flair in lawyer form—loud, bold, and an absolute legend. Seriously, the guy was known to have walked into courtrooms with a “Wooooo!” If you’re into turkey slander, scotch shade, and heartfelt tributes, this one’s for you. Give it a listen. You might just learn something. If you would like to do us a big favor, go on over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a 5 star rating and/or a short review. We may not deserve it yet, but we will one of these days. Click ‘subscribe’ while you’re there.  You can also check us out at olddogpack.com, where you can sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. It may not be great, but it don’t cost nothing. Most importantly, we’d greatly appreciate if you would share us with a friend. We are nothing without you, and we would love to have a lot more of yous out there.

    40 min
  7. 25 NOV

    Let's Try This Again. Episode 104: Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say, and While You’re at it, Re-Rack Your Weights, Bro!

    I've tried releasing this twice, but the audio has been cut off prematurely, so, let's hope the third time will be a charm. Alright, folks, this week on The Old Dog Pack Show, our heroes air a few middle-aged grievances. First off, we’re talking about pet peeves—like, why do celebrities feel the need to tell me who to vote for? Thanks to the random actor and actresses who are incensed if we don’t base our entire worldview on their opinions. Rees and the Governor nerd out on some Michael Crichton books, and it appears that 800 pages of techno-jargon gets them worked up like 17 year old daydreaming in his geometry class while he sits behind the head cheerleader on game day.  Okay, we get it, the computer’s smarter than all of us. Of course, no show would be complete without giving props to the great Eleven Hundred Springs.  So grab a cold one, sit back, and join the therapy session. It’s the Old Dog Pack Show—where middle-aged men complain so you don’t have to. If you would like to do us a big favor, go on over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a 5 star rating and/or a short review. We may not deserve it yet, but we will one of these days. Click ‘subscribe’ while you’re there.  You can also check us out at olddogpack.com, where you can sign up for The Old Dog Pack newsletter. It may not be great, but it don’t cost nothing. Most importantly, we’d greatly appreciate if you would share us with a friend. We are nothing without you, and we would love to have a lot more of yous out there.

    37 min
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Welcome to the world's premier podcast regarding the mind, body, soul, and money of the middle-aged man. Craig Jackson, a lawyer, and Dr. Brian Rees, a psychotherapist, try to determine whether there is any way to squeeze meaning out of life after fifty. They talk anxiety and depression. They talk erectile disfunction. They talk about the law. They talk about the Dallas Cowboys. They talk about deadlifts, squats, and the bench press. There's pretty much nothing that is off-limits. If life has met or exceeded your expectations, this show may not have much to offer you. If, on the other hand, you have landed on the back side of middle age with unfulfilled dreams, a significant gut, and impending sense of doom, welcome home.

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