Shockingly, it seems horror movies are not only increasingly horrific these days, but even becoming more popular! Why? Let’s just say that perhaps anxiety is more friend than foe, and that’s pretty scary these days. Happy Halloween everyone, today we break down the most wanted halloween bucket candy-for parents, if millennials have gone too far wit…

We’ve had some time to reflect on the past hours backseaters, amidst the heartbreaking Mariners loss, it’s called us into reflection about what makes this game so darn great. Is it the timeless summer golden hours at a glorified park? The smell and chant of hot dogs? Or the shouting of parents at T-ball games? Or all of the above? Through misty eye…

Of the many toys that one parent could buy another parent for their kids, there is really one type of toy that really says, “I don’t like you.” Mal Hall joins us to share his many takes on raising littles, why bubbles have created lazy parents, getting hurt in your forties, and the years leading up to his first special dropping OCT 21! Catch him on…

There are few places in the US that leave us awe struck, and the venue where Billy Joel holds the records for more performances at 150 and counting is not only baffling but inspiring. That’s right, Dustin went to Madison Square Garden to tag along to Nate Bargatze’s 3 sold out nights with non other than the great Jimmy Fallon. We get into the peaks…

Ok backseaters, we’ve always wanted that one friend at a party who knew more facts about one species than your typical human would contain and we GOT HIM today, Give a warm welcome to the most humble and at one-time top 900 nationally rated golfer, Joe Zimmerman! What’s the smartest bird? What’s the dumbest bird? What Bird should we all adore? Who …

There are few accomplishments in one’s life that really leaves a mark, and when you can say that you know the host of the Emmys and that he also knows you, is something that was not on our life’s bingo card. We were delighted to accept an invitation to the Emmys…after party, and today we fill you in again on what it’s like to have one foot on the r…

Who’s fault was it?! Is it PSL’s, or Han Solo Fashioned Millenials on Social Media? Is it the fragrance of warm spices or the PTSD of the summer’s end and vacations gone?! Whatever it is, one thing is for sure, the season of Fall is popular. We’ve got the data and the psychology and I hope you’re ready for why we forget any other Holiday by compari…

Between Boomers who get wealthy by cheap decisions and Gen Z who’s perfectly happy seemingly doing nothing, us millennials get the gift of opening our homes to them both, at the expense of our square footage and overly willing need to please our families. That’s right, multigenerational households are ON TREND! We also break down your reviews, Kind…

It’s time to kiss those tans, vacations, and sand in the van goodbye, because school is BACK baby. As we embark on yet another year of sports, homework. Tears, and fears, we wouldn’t leave you hanging without some peer to peer advice. We’re still recovering from Joel’s school drop off, raclette cheese, your emails and reviews and more! Enjoy the sh…

When it comes to the Bad Boys of Comedy, Mike Vecchione may not be your first thought, but her on the Nateland Podcast Network, He’s the spiciest bite of comedy we’ve got! He brings us journey on his time as a teacher and educator, his hottest takes on take down and shock content on YouTube, the woes and wos of modern comedy and much more. Enjoy th…

Backseaters, our journey on the show has been expecting this road trip for a while, and while we’ve seen it coming for months, and it still feels sudden. Our oldest gets dropped off at college and much to no one's surprise, it is a 0/10 experience. We’ve been shedding tears on social media with you, and this episode is no exception so grab those ti…

Today we answer the age old question, what it is really like going from no children to many children. As many of you know, it’s not a clear and straight answer, but one thing is for sure, once you’ve hitched your engine to 3 or 4 train cars, that carpool lane becomes a thing of the past. In addition, we answer your emails, break down the real purpo…

If you’re that parent that sorta accidentally maybe kinda let your youngest watch Deadpool, or Chucky, or the Dark Knight in a moment of weakness amidst your teens begging you for attention in this fashion, it’s ok. We see you, we ARE you. That being said, we’ve got a lot of demand from you backseaters for how we’d rate those superhero movies for f…

In honor of her official series kickoff on Netflix TODAY, we are delighted to be joined by the great Leanne Morgan on today’s show. Leanne has paved the way for us as parents, having survived sending kids off to college through perimenopause, suffered volleyballs to the head and endless whistles are countless weekend tournaments, and found great su…

So you’ve got littles under 11 and you think sand in the van is the worst part of summer backseaters? Just wait til the brooding grind of a bored 16yo without a car, sense of summer joy, or the sleep schedule of a bear? They don’t know it, but It’s not your fault. We explore how summers can shape teens for the better, the health benefits of Nerd Cl…

On the count of 3, name the first thing you think of when it comes to State Fairs…One…Two…and if it’s not Corndog, you are all wrong, backseaters! For those who said anxiety, germs, and questionable animal smells, this episode is also for you. Let us know how you’re enjoying those life-threatning rides or deep fried [insert anything here] treats th…

For the very first time, we are excited to not only have Nic Novicki on the podcast today, but that it’s also happening WHILE the Little People of America Conference is happening in San Diego! I mean, this is basically LIVE TV at this point. We had a wonderful time joining him at the conference earlier this week and we get into the comedy show he h…

In observation of the Holiday week, flight delays, lost backpacks, and competing travel schedules we’re happy to bring you this throwback episode to get you ready for those summer road trips! Join us again next week for all new episode of Don’t Make Me Come Back There! I hope you brought an extra pair of clothes on the carry-on backseaters, because…

With Summer upon us you know what that means? Road Trips. And what road trip is complete without a mass duffle of gas station snacks causing carpet crumbles, melted candy on the dash, and the smell of vacuum sealed dried meats. We’re here to deliver your fan favorites this week in our Gas Station Snacks Bracket, voted upon by YOU on the Facebook Fa…

Amusement comes in many forms backseaters, and while our show like so many is fun for the whole family, we’re certainly know that it’s definitely not for teens. Is it too much for ask for just a touch of connection, even with a touch of side eye. Well, while we navigate that tension we also answer you emails and take a look back on fathers day! Joi…

Today we venture in the bazaar that is all things Volleyball Tournaments. Full of surprises, heckling with vendors, a variety of smells, non stop sound, and a sea of activity only for the brave to venture. Watch out for those wild serves though! In addition Mel gets the giggles, Dustin leaves her in Vegas to escape his responsibilities and much mor…

As we get closer to Father’s day, 3 words come to mind that we’d love to hear from our mother’s, sisters, or even a friend on facebook, relayed, from your own dads…We share that deep sentiment with our friend and hitchhiker today, Derrick Stroup! We get into his early life talents in sports, but also theater? His parents personality dynamics, and s…

If we don’t say it enough, let us say it again, we are SO grateful for you, backseaters. For showing up, sharing the show, and spreading the laughs with us week after week. And speaking of gratitude, you can thank today’s guest Anjelah Johnson for hopping on with us today to talk about her own newfound motivation for giving thanks. In addition, she…

They said we’d never do it. They said, it “seemed unlikely” that it could be good…Well, today backseaters, buckle up, we’re putting our taste buds to the test with a strong round of instant coffee tastings! We pair that with a breakdown on why Nordstrom Rack is a necessary errand on the weeknight date list, how birthing humans may be the greatest h…

Greg Warren returns to the show with all new moves, chants, and pom poms in hand. There’s no denying that Greg goes above and beyond for his bits, and today is no exception. We hear about his no lose attitude, dehydration problems, and much more! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnicker…

Can you hear me now? Shake your head yes if you’re millennial who rarely has technology issues? All of you, well, that’s one thing Brad Upton would agree we’re all good at, for better or worse! Brad joins us today to share his incredible mid-life as a professional track athlete, racing horror stories, current coaching perspectives, and lifelong com…

Can you hear me now? Shake your head yes if you’re millennial who rarely has technology issues? All of you, well, that’s one thing Brad Upton would agree we’re all good at, for better or worse! Brad joins us today to share his incredible mid-life as a professional track athlete, racing horror stories, current coaching perspectives, and lifelong com…

Across America, countless families with kids share the joys, tears, and flags of none other than Little League. Gotta cancel spring beach plans for a game? No problem! Missing church for post-season playoffs? Save me a seat! We breaks own what makes little league so fantastic, Mel drops a sizzling take on hotel buffets, we share your cry kit movies…

Word on the street backseaters is Steven Rogers is dating again and we’ve got to make some decisions together; is having two cats and being single a red flag? Does he talk about being a comedian on a first date? Is it actual a good things to “be yourself”? We also determine how to stop the Chicken Jockey craze caused by the Minecraft movie’s wild s…

What’s better than a warm summer day, cold beverage in hand, towel in the other, on your way to the pool for what is usually a good time, unless it’s for your first swim lesson in front of your kids, other kids, and other speedo sporting aquamen just trying to get some laps in between meetings. Well, that’s was Brian Bates experience and he can’t w…

Parents of small children, where are you right now? In your car? In the snow? Rain? The pit of despair? Has the light and glimmer of a hope to be a glorious parent faded from your eyes? Well, Chappell Roan has an opinion about that and so do we! We descend into her hot to go take on this in addition to some weekend college visit recap, and your ema…

Backseaters, scoot on over for today’s hitchhiking fun uncle, John Crist! He arrived early on the call and ready to dive into our chat on sending reels to your loved ones, self-reflection and validation, picking and winning fights on social media, sports parents in the group texts, gossip, and what Mel really thinks about during communion. To parti…

It’s that special tournament time of year back seaters, where we come together to pick our top four favorite um, snacks that we love to steal from our kids lunches? That’s right. We asked you, what are the best kids snacks that you love to eat, and we put together an incredible bracket to decide which snack rules them all! We break down the top 16 …

If you’re are the kind of person that really loves your weekends backseters, then I’d strongly advise against kids. Now, on the other hand, if you’re a fan of cults, then having kids who play travel sports is your ticket through those heavenly gates of parenting. We break down Mel’s weekend of Volleyball and Dustin gets the small town treatment in …

It's not for the weak, it's not for your teacher, grandparent, neighbor, or friend. You guess it yet? It's puke. Coming off 7 days of in home mayhem and a tornado of liquids, Mel brings us her top tips for making it through the trenches, rubber gloved and bleach blasting your way to victory. We also get into your emails and more. Let us know your t…

When it’s below 30 in Minnesota, it’s the kind thing to pickup those stranded highway hitchhikers and we did just that! We caught Kelsey Cook and her cat Mia on the show today to hear all about her new midwest life, her parents incredible careers and successes, totally normal life with her boyfriend Chad Daniels, and more. In addition, Mel prepared…

The great Aaron Weber joins us today on show, and was he late? Sure was. Do we care? Nope. When you’ve gotta newborn in in tow, you get a pass on basically, everything. He shares all about his newfound parenting revelations, embraces car seat safety, we answer if we have a favorite child, your emails and more! Let us know about your favorite child …

That very special lovey dovey romantic day is upon us and if you need that sorta over-the-top self affirming song and dance to show love to that special someone, then we’re glad you’ve got that. We may take a different approach, and you’ll just have to listen to check out that hot take because today, we’re digging into all your Holiday Hot Takes fo…

You probably didn’t notice, but Buzzfeed was so kind to let us know that a study on Middle Children, and their observable adult character traits, is going Viral this week! We’re excited for Mel to confirm or deny if the data stacks up, and let us know your thoughts on the Facebook group. In addition, we break down our weekend in Vegas with Nateland…

It’s been a journey backseaters, but Dustin is happy to report that after 20 years of marriage that he did eventually begin to carry his fair share around the house! And of course, there is still PLENTY of room for improvement. In addition to sharing how that shakes out these days, we get into some bad advice for first-time flyers, TV shows that ar…

What do Glamour shots, Cinnabon, a Gorilla, and D2: The Might Ducks all have in common? - You guessed it, the Mall. And thanks to Gen Z, they are on the rise and showing no sign of slowing down. This week, Dustin returns home from his weekend out with Taylor Tomlinson, Mel braves a 12hr Volleyball/College Visit to Orange County, TikTok returns, we …

Well January certainly claimed it’s name as the worst month this year. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families effected by the LA Fires, First Responders, and sending tons of encouragement to everyone out there volunteering and helping however they can. In addition this week, we take sometime through misty eyes to update you on our son’s …

We’re back and even though it’s Thursday, it sure feels like a Monday, because it’s January. All of a sudden, everything you ever planned and postponed in December, is HERE! Piles of tasks, appts, and reminders that you emptied your bank account at Christmas, Holiday parties, and to your kids. Well, join us in our misery, as we recap the tonight Sh…

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, or however you celebrate, we asked you for you favorite clips over the past two years, so we brought a few of them together for you today in our first Listener’s Choice Best Of… and then come on back after the new year with an all new episode. What’s some of your favorite podcast moments from the past 2 years to add…

The Hot Takes continue as Christmas quicky approaches backseaters. You continue to send the heat, as we break down your submissions like, is Thanksgiving better than Christmas?, Two Christmas trees, Are socks a good gift?, and who’s actually enjoying Elf on a Shelf? What’s some of your favorite podcast moments from the past 2 years to add to our gr…

We asked, you delivered, backseaters. Today, we bring you the first batch of your holiday hot takes and you are COOKIN! We look back on holiday fundraising for sports as teens, Dustin brings his Hottest Holiday Travel Tips, do we prefer Christmas with Teens over little kids? - PARENTAL WARNING, multiple sensitive spoiler Santa details in this episo…

The Christmas season is finally here and it’s truly a miracle that we even have time to do this podcast, or that you have time to even listen to it if you’re a parent. You may be the backseaters, but we see you on the frontlines waiting in dark parking lots during practices and afterschool activities, stuffing holiday cards at tournaments, and post…

Today Dustin and Melissa join the Nateland podcast for Thanksgiving week! They debate whether Aaron is like a wine, whether Dustin looks like the Green River Killer, and most importantly whether the SEC or Big Ten is the superior conference. Then they eventually get into this week's topic of Road Trips by sharing tips, tools, and stories from the r…

We asked, and you delivered, Backseaters! Today, we drop your hot takes on Thanksgiving, and you didn’t hold back. Healthy sides? Turkeyless Tables? Ribs? Let’s hear it all! We also share some exciting family news and more! What’s your hottest HOLIDAY take? Travel? No Lights before Thanksgiving? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook …

If you’re in the dark about entertaining your kids when the time change hits, you’re not alone, backseaters. We’re happy to bring you some much needed survival advice to make it through those critical late afternoon hours when you’ve still got homework and sports to go before the days end. Also, who is it that got your kid sick this season, is Dust…