Vacation: a supposed escape—except when you're a dad, it's just another to‑do list with ocean views.

This week, the Grown Ass Dads dialed in straight from post-trip exhaustion to explore what it really means to take a break when you're the family quarterback. Between being packing sherpas, cruise directors, beach bouncers, and moral compasses, is “vacation” ever peaceful?

Spoiler: not unless you sneak away on a silent paddleboard at dawn.

🗣️ In this episode, the dads discuss:
• Why vacations with kids often feel tougher than work
• The Great Branson vs. Table Rock identity crisis
• Hilarious and cringe-worthy moments at the Titanic Museum (yes, twerking included)
• Dad-only travel essentials: ski trips, dance recital flashbacks, and peace‑snatching tactics
• The “shit sandwich” phenomenon—slogging through the chaos for those sweet vacation wins

🆒 Tune in if:
You’re a dad craving five uninterrupted minutes with your drink of choice—or wondering why “relaxing vacation” turned into “hostage situation with snacks.”

📌 Quick Links from the Episode:

• Titanic Museum twerk-off
• Branson vs. Table Rock showdown
• Family vacay packing hacks

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This week on Grown Ass Dads, we face the terrifying question that hits every man eventually: Have we actually become our parents?

From dad noises and thermostat rants to repeating life advice we used to roll our eyes at, Jay, Jason, and Adam dig into the habits, fears, and weird behaviors that creep in when you're not looking. It's hilarious, uncomfortable, and way too real.

Spoiler: one of us has already caught himself saying "Because I said so."

🔥 Episode Highlights:
-“You kids don’t even KNOW about heating bills…”
-Discovering your inner suburban dad through yard work
-Jason’s descent into boomerhood via lawn equipment
-Adam’s accidental impersonation of his father at Costco
-Jay’s existential moment in the minivan
-What we’ve kept, what we’ve ditched, and what we swore we’d never do
-Can we be better than our parents—or are we doomed to become them in new balances and cargo shorts?

💬 If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Is that my dad?” — this episode is for you.

It’s not about judgment. It’s about owning the evolution… and maybe laughing at it a little too hard.

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In this episode, the dads dive headfirst into a lively, honest conversation about one of the most quietly controversial topics in modern fatherhood: Do dads deserve a social life? What starts as a playful jab quickly turns into a deep reflection on guilt, communication, personal growth, and what it means to make space for friendships while balancing family responsibilities.

From beer-league hockey to post-meeting beers, planned golf trips to passive-aggressive partner reactions, the guys unpack how different their lives and perspectives have become. They get real about insecurities, communication breakdowns, and how they’ve evolved as men, friends, and partners.

Episode Highlights:

• Defining what a "dad social life" really means
• Why guilt and apathy hold so many fathers back
• The power of clear, honest communication in relationships
• The difference between dad and mom guilt
• How to honor your calendar without letting go of what matters
• Vulnerability, insecurity, and personal growth in mid-life

👊 Funny. Thoughtful. Unfiltered. It's a conversation every grown ass dad (and their partner) needs to hear.

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