Josh and Bret dig into a big question: What does it even mean to be cool anymore? Is it still a leather jacket and cool-dude attitude… or is it now a curated Instagram aesthetic and hipster energy?

We’re talking about how Gen X defined cool--think Starter Jackets, Grunge Dr Marten, Track Suits (were they ever cool), and not trying too hard, and how the definition has totally shifted. Is “cool” now just algorithm-approved relatability? Do dads get to be cool—or are we just here to embarrass our kids in cargo shorts?

And most importantly—have we finally aged out of cool, or is Gen X quietly still holding the crown because we just don’t care?

And for the record, neither Josh nor Bret wear cargo shorts thanks to our wives who keep us dressed appropriately.

Being a dad in today’s world means navigating way more than just bedtime routines and forgotten science projects—it means explaining headlines, answering impossible questions, and trying not to scream during PTA meetings or political ads.

In this episode, Josh, Sean and Bret dig into the wild intersection of fatherhood and politics—from the dinner table debates we never planned for to the tightrope walk of teaching values without raising little extremists. What do you say when your kid asks, “Are we Blue or Red?”

We talk about what it means to be a modern dad in a divided world, why staying silent isn’t always an option, and how to model respect, accountability, and being curious about other points of view.

This one’s for the dads who are trying to raise decent humans without losing their minds—or their group chat privileges.

Josh, Sean, and Bret go full nostalgia mode, diving into the stuff we thought was high-end luxury growing up—only to realize later it was total garbage. Remember thinking Sizzler and Olive Garden were fine dining? That a fridge with an ice and water dispenser was peak sophistication? And don’t get us started on Vinette ice cream (the plastic tray presentation was elite).

We also break down the most overhyped toys of our childhood—from Moon Shoes that destroyed ankles, to the Talkboy that was 90% static, to Pogo Balls that never bounced like the commercials promised.

And of course, we pay tribute to the clear plastic phone, the 6-disc home stereo system, and Crystal Pepsi—because for a brief moment, that stuff made us feel rich.

This one’s all about childhood hype, questionable taste, and the magic of not knowing any better.