Pappy Hour

Lucas Budde and Eric Thompson
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Pappy Hour is where real dads pour their stories. From first-time fathers to seasoned veterans, we talk about the messy, funny, and life-changing moments of becoming a dad. Each episode dives into birth stories, identity shifts, and the wisdom dads wish they’d had—told with honesty, humor, and heart. Whether you’re expecting, deep in the trenches, or just curious about fatherhood, Pappy Hour is your space to laugh, reflect, and realize you’re not in this alone

  1. Pappy Hour E26 w/ Steve Gardner

    20H AGO

    Pappy Hour E26 w/ Steve Gardner

    Steve Gardner brings it this week. From meeting his wife, three kids later to present day this family is a beautiful story. Your heart will fill and overflow. "You don't know the end of the story and sometimes it's really hard". To help us keep this thing going take a second to donate to the GoFundMe. Every dollar gets us closer to our goal of bringing you video episodes and live events. GoFundUs

    1h 4m
  2. Pappy Hour E25 w Stephen Nowlin & Cody Carr

    FEB 4

    Pappy Hour E25 w Stephen Nowlin & Cody Carr

    This week on Pappy Hour. It's a Two fathers episode. Stephen tells the story of his daughters birth and then we sit down with the man that married that daughter to hear about his journey into fatherhood. Eric joins by phone as we record our first ever episode in the woods. Remember if you love what we are doing take a second to make a donation. We don't currently get paid for this and it takes time and money to put these shows out every week. Here is the link and any amount gets us closer to our goals and a better show for everyone. GoFundUs

    44 min
  3. Pappy Hour E24 w/ Robert Latham

    JAN 28

    Pappy Hour E24 w/ Robert Latham

    Rob’s been with Marcy since they were kids, sixth grade, and they’ve been doing life together ever since. He talks Air Force Reserve days, working overnights as a cop, and what it looked like to provide while Marcy held it down at home with the kids for years. He’s not out here claiming he did it perfectly. He admits to the tired, half-present days and the moments he wishes he could redo. The big takeaway is simple, your kids clock what you do, not what you say. And his other hard truth is solid too, your heart doesn’t run out of room. The love just expands. This Month, Pappy Cup CompetitionRob is competing in the Pappy Cup.2 points for every full listen.1 point for every comment.Each episode has a 30-day window after it drops. The winner gets a laser-engraved pint glass, a case of the beverage of their choice (up to $25 value), and bragging rights. Support the ShowIf you want to help us keep these stories coming, check out the GoFundMe link here. New episodes every Wednesday.Pappy Hour. Fatherhood On Tap.

    40 min
  4. Pappy Hour E23 w/ Truman Oetting

    JAN 21

    Pappy Hour E23 w/ Truman Oetting

    From teenage love to a 27-year marriage, Truman Oetting never wavered on what he wanted, a wife, a family, and a life built on showing up. He talks becoming a dad young, learning love in real time, raising two competitive kids, and watching them grow into people he genuinely likes. It’s funny, honest, and full of big-brother perspective. The kind of episode that sneaks up on you. This Month, Pappy Cup CompetitionTruman is competing in the Pappy Cup.2 points for every full listen.1 point for every comment.Each episode has a 30-day window after it drops. The winner gets a laser-engraved pint glass, a case of the beverage of their choice (up to $25 value), and bragging rights. Support the ShowIf you want to help us keep these stories coming, check out the GoFundMe link here. New episodes every Wednesday.Pappy Hour. Fatherhood On Tap.

    32 min
  5. Pappy Hour E22 w/ Matt Reese

    JAN 14

    Pappy Hour E22 w/ Matt Reese

    From small-town sweethearts to lifelong love, Matt and his wife share it all. Matt talks fast cars, long hours, and what it looks like to keep showing up when it’s hard. You’re going to want to hear this one all the way through. This Month, Pappy Cup CompetitionMatt is competing in the Pappy Cup.2 points for every full listen.1 point for every comment.Each episode has a 30-day window after it drops. The winner gets a laser-engraved pint glass, a case of the beverage of their choice (up to $25 value), and bragging rights. Support the ShowIf you want to help us keep these stories coming, check out the GoFundMe link here. New episodes every Wednesday.Pappy Hour. Fatherhood On Tap.

    34 min

  6. JAN 12 · BONUS

    Pappy New Year 2026

    A very special episode. We invited a bunch of past guests to gather to celebrate the journey so far, and they showed up. Get ready for a lot of dad jokes, check back in with past Pappies, and soak up the atmosphere of Odd 13 Brewery. Thanks to everyone that makes this show possible and here's to a bright future full of fresh stories from a different dad every week. Cheers.

    32 min
  7. Pappy Hour E21 w/ Jeremy Crane

    JAN 7

    Pappy Hour E21 w/ Jeremy Crane

    Jeremy Crane’s story starts calm and then really gets into it.A phone call. A timeline that jumps the plan. Fear, resolve, and a moment that flips everything. This episode moves between humor and weight without warning. It’s about becoming a dad before you feel ready, realizing that maybe you never will, and carrying that forward. Stay with it. This Month "Pappy Cup Competition"Jeremy is competing in the Pappy Cup.2 points for every full listen.1 point for every comment.Each episode has a 30-day window after it drops. Winner takes a laser-engraved pint glass, a case of the beverage of their choice (up to $25 Value), and bragging rights. Support the ShowIf you believe in these stories and want to help us keep building what’s next, check out the GoFundMe link right here. New episodes every Wednesday.Pappy Hour. Fatherhood On Tap.

    38 min
  8. Sappy Pappy E2

    JAN 2 · BONUS

    Sappy Pappy E2

    This is a long one folks. Eric and I catch up and I talk about the challenge of Stella having her first cold, then we recap the last 10 episodes before our wives join us and you get to hear some birth stories. Breaking News We're expanding in the new year and taking Pappy Hour to the next level. We are launching a GOFundMe campaign. Every donation takes us closer to the goal of sharing fatherhood origin stories everywhere. If you or someone you know has enjoyed the stories you hear here help us keep doing it. Thank you for your support. Lucas & Eric GoFundMe(us)

    1h 16m
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8
out of 5
5 Ratings

About

Pappy Hour is where real dads pour their stories. From first-time fathers to seasoned veterans, we talk about the messy, funny, and life-changing moments of becoming a dad. Each episode dives into birth stories, identity shifts, and the wisdom dads wish they’d had—told with honesty, humor, and heart. Whether you’re expecting, deep in the trenches, or just curious about fatherhood, Pappy Hour is your space to laugh, reflect, and realize you’re not in this alone

Information

  • Creator
    Lucas Budde and Eric Thompson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lucas Budde and Eric Thompson
  • Show Website
    Pappy Hour