Sad Dads Club Podcast

A couple of Dads with life experience and comic savvy to tackle all kinds of subjects. Kids, we got 'em. Homes, we maintain them. Wives, check. Cars, yeah, we drive, we fix, we break them. Music, yeah, we're into music. Projects, we do them. Holidays, we celebrate them. Animals, of course, there's dogs, cats, fish, you name it. Tag along with us as we explore, tell stories and laugh about life's predicaments. What's your interest?

Episode 345 - America is getting passed 06/05/2025

Episode 345 - America is getting passed This week Gym is impressed with Chandler getting the Quad running with a new carburetor. Foo weighs on the engine replacement options in the 89 Nissan Hardbody and his Nissan Z. Gym weighs in on a service called Bottomless.com (not a sponsor). Gym and his family go to Stinson Beach over the weekend. Gym is suprised to find that Rivian has their own charger network. Scout EVs look promising. Gym notices the Telo MT1 EV pickup. There's concern about the Slate truck selling well while only being a 2 door. America is really duecing the bed when it comes to the EV market and their costs versus what's happening in China. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36858720

Episode 344 - Blue cheese flavored KY 05/29/2025

Episode 344 - Blue cheese flavored KY Would you rather replace a battery if you can or just get a new thing? Gym replaces a solenoid and Foo cleans up his misters. Foo troubleshoots a starting issue with his motorcycle while Gym has trouble with a battery on a Honda Odyssee. Do you have any weird batteries you have a hard time finding? Gym finally gets his Oakley DT3 helmet in large. Piper graduates and keeps it low-key while turning 21 on the same day. Have you ever been iced? Foo mixes drinks. Gym explains how Rog is doing. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36766035

Episode 343 - I get home and my legs are jelly 05/22/2025

Episode 343 - I get home and my legs are jelly This week Gym goes on his longest mountain bike ride yet on a local bike trail. Foo uses his Fat bike for Ingress play. Foo has all the bike tools. The problem with mountain biking is wanting to always buy new stuff. Gym has never really worn helmets, for anything. Foo cannot believe how expensive mountain bikes are now. Foo makes the point that the middle class is being priced out of so many things. Gym finds an issue with the mountian biking community as a whole. It doesn't matter what you do, get out and do something. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36667045

Episode 342 - Lugnuts with a foreskin 05/15/2025

Episode 342 - Lugnuts with a foreskin This week Foo walks, easily, 5 miles. Foo swaps some lugnuts but it's not straighforward. Gym has a low sugar issue that makes him stop a bike ride. Gym's Father In Law goes into the hospital and it's scary. Foo's Grandpa In Law, Ed, is gonna turn 95, Happy Birthday, Ed! Have you visited the Redwoods? Sirius XM cancellation is fun. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36574825

Episode 341 - Now with ASMR! 05/08/2025

Episode 341 - Now with ASMR! This week the guys kick off with an ASMR start. Gym is excited about the newly announced Slate truck being touted for under $20k with federal tax credits. Foo struggles to get his Dad setup with a CarPlay capable stereo in his Ford Fusion. Older folks need cars that are easier to get into and out of. Foo updates us on his last week in his new reality (HINT: he's been busy). Gym helps Chandler put together a 14x12 patio cover and still isn't finished while Foo put up car covers and struggles to build a shed in the wind. Gym is thoroughly enjoying his new mountain bike and Foo and his wife are hitting the gym. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36481435

Episode 340 - Guy has no rack for a Mountain Bike 05/01/2025

Episode 340 - Guy has no rack for a Mountain Bike This week there's some breaking news that tells us that the Tesla board is looking to replace Elon Musk. Foo calls out Gym for buying himself a mountain bike. Foo has big news of his own as he dives into a new chapter. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36384810

Episode 339 - The one sad slice 04/24/2025

Episode 339 - The one sad slice This week Foo tariffs his son's leftover pizza with the Dad Tax. Zander has an upheaval at the local movie theater. Do you have a weak stomach or a steel stomach? Shout out to the Taco Tree! The Dads find that they consume and share videos in much the same way. Foo finds a couple at a local nursery with a boxer. Gym has some frustration with his silly pool. American EVs are behind now. The hypocrisy in our current political climate. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36290975

Episode 338 - Bernie and AOC came to Folsom 04/17/2025

Episode 338 - Bernie and AOC came to Folsom This week Foo tells us that farmers cannot fix their own tractors anymore. Piper wants to know how dad learned about car stuff. Gym goes to see AOC and Bernie in Folsom. We talk a bit about the current political environment. Gym worries about whether or not he's going off the deep end. Where do you get your news now? Foo struggles with a UHaul reservation. Foo relinquishes an unused Quad on Chandler. Gym melts a Lithium battery. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36202565

Episode 337 - We're in Deep Bandini 04/10/2025

Episode 337 - We're in Deep Bandini This week Foo talks about his 401k matching scenario. Foo looks for positivity in the snowpack while Gym is reeling at how good his yard looks. Foo says we're in Deep Bandini. Remember books with flowers in them, Foo does. Foo is gonna save the world with his new garden implementation. Gym struggles with keeping his pool clean. Foo cleans the NID water ditch with his Dad. Gym tries to go to the Hands Off protest but doesn't make it due to a Caddy issue which ends up being a bad coil pack. Foo brings out some Butterbeer Goldfish and they are polarizing. Gym has an idea to make a difference in today's climate. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/36079755

Episode 336 - Trust me, tariffs 04/03/2025

Episode 336 - Trust me, tariffs This week Foo wants to clarify his wash car methods. Boars hair brushes? Affording things today is becoming problematic while tariffs are quickly becoming part of our lives. Car companies are about to struggle and many other iindustries, really. Gym has a theory on what Trump is up to and it comes down to the 1%. How will all the DOGE cuts affect some aspects of life and especially during emergency situations where FEMA would intervene. Foo contemplates his reirement and lack of a will. Foo got the gutters covered. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35986305

Episode 335 - Using RAM as disks 03/27/2025

Episode 335 - Using RAM as disks This week the guys want to know what's in a car ceramic coating, best methods for a scratch free car wash and talking about our past car wash indiscretions. Gym gets recommended a place that can do wheel repair and powder coat while Foo gets referred for motorcycle fork repair. Foo's wife got a new ride. Melly goes to New Orleans for an Audiology conference and Foo loves the food aspect of that city. Gym goes to Mexico City and doesn't have a meal. We reminisce about long lost portable storage formats over the years. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35883415

Episode 334 - Optimus Prime was my first hero 03/20/2025

Episode 334 - Optimus Prime was my first hero This week the guys try and make some sense of the current political environment in America. Why Tesla is now hated regardless of the product. DOGE is gutting the governement to what end? Privatizing parts of the government is a bad way to go for a number of reasons. Why are we angering our long time allies? MAGA posts are hard to ignore and almost never based in any kind of fact. Watching the President actively going after his political rivals is unreal. The White House press secretary is awful. Foo wants to know what is the first movie made you tear up? Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35786495

Episode 333 - You probably voted for the wrong person 03/13/2025

Episode 333 - You probably voted for the wrong person This week Foo has leaves in his gutters and a pond that shreds fish. Battling the critters. Country dogs are different than suburban dogs. Foo deals with new time reporting. Gym has a coolant cap that destroyed itself and Melly's Subaru goes back into the shop. Foo goes to a protest with his daughter and Gym is proud. We go long on time to talk a little politics and voice our frustration. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35667890

Episode 332 - Why does everything smell like burnt coconut? 03/06/2025

Episode 332 - Why does everything smell like burnt coconut? This week Foo finds out that timesheets are becoming the problem they deserve and efficiency has no place there. Foo realizes how important the dogs were to his mental health. Gym and his son see Helmet again and music and live music is a big part of their lives. Shopping for music back in the day was fun. Foo and Zander are going to see Ado. How's the new administration treating you? Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35556185

Episode 331 - Lets have a conversation about banks 02/27/2025

Episode 331 - Lets have a conversation about banks This week the guys start the conversation about banking in America and how it's gotten more computer automated and further from their original intentions. Gym thinks credit unions are where it's at but Foo dump one cuz he's slided. What browser do you use? Foo finds out how much he still owes on his Apple Watch. The guys find they are less apt to upgrade new sexy hardware as they used to be. Foo installs in ceiling speakers for his surround sound. Gym finds a strange issue with his Denon home theater amp. Foo finds out how good wireless CarPlay is. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35454045

Episode 330 - Stuck in the snow 02/20/2025

Episode 330 - Stuck in the snow This week gym gets his face melted by some Louisiana Hot Chicken. Foo wants fries and they better be good. Gym goes out in the snow in a side by side and has a blast. Gym along with his wife and daughter attend the No Kings for Presidents Day protest at the state capitol. Venus gets a 5 day weekend but ends up sick. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35360915

Episode 329 - We found the third person in America that hasn't watched The Office 02/13/2025

Episode 329 - We found the third person in America that hasn't watched The Office This week Foo grapples with Bob. Gym grapples with a drywall repair. Gym gets locked up when thinking about doing home renovations projects. The right tools make the difference but not having them is not a reason why you can't do something. Foo wants to build a garden out back, is there time? Gym finally installs his wife's dash cam after two years. Foo's Dad pops the big question about Temu. Gym has a Caddy update. Plus much more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35267370

Episode 328 - Speed Check Ahead 02/06/2025

Episode 328 - Speed Check Ahead This week Gym updates us on the Caddy. Gym feels like he is constantly cleaning gutters. Do you clean the gutters on a rental or have the homeowner do it? Foo gets to the point with regards to his dad's health in a search for truth and honesty. Gym recommends a show called Baylen Out Loud, so check it out. The guys determine that sometimes its good to be outside your comfort zone. There are questions about the Apple Maps CarPlay Speed Check notifications. Call your representatives if you are unhappy with our current situation. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35172585

Episode 327 - Lemorange pie 01/30/2025

Episode 327 - Lemorange pie This week Foo notices that the Cadillac is once again missing. Foo goes full farmer and helps his dad on the property. Electric shears for the win. Gym is looking for a bucket truck he can borrow. Lemorange pie, say no more. Overalls are making a comeback for Foo. Foo's pants are coming up short in the crotch. Gym moves a gun safe and repairs some drywall. Car stereos are disapointing nowadays. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/35078960

Episode 326 - What has he done for the middle class? 01/23/2025

Episode 326 - What has he done for the middle class? This week the guys go long. Gym buys a pressure washer kit and satisfyingly cleans a yard drain and a gutter. Gym goes shooting for the first time and enjoys it? Can you hunt or shoot living things? The new regime has taken over the US and it's... subpar, and we dive deep into all the changes happening. The politicising of the LA Fires. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34968000

Episode 325 - Hey, nice bonus 01/16/2025

Episode 325 - Hey, nice bonus This week the guys start with some conversation about paying attention to financial news and mostly bungling our way through money conversation. Foo is noticing that there's good news regarding how his employer did this year which reflects on potential bonuses. Do you count on bonuses as part of your salary like Clark Griswold? Gym, once again, repairs a toilet. Are you on board for a bidet? How many finger touches does it take to get to the bottom of a toilet flush lever? Gym talks about The Stanley Parable, a game which is currently free from Playstation Network. Gym is not a gamer. Foo takes Zander to Sac Anime show. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34878265

Episode 324 - Wax ring stocking stuffer 01/09/2025

Episode 324 - Wax ring stocking stuffer This week the guys realize they never mentioned not recording for two weeks over the Christmas and New Years holidays. Gym has a toilet apocolypse right before Christmas. Gym gets a body pillow and Foo sleeps with an L. Gym installs 2TB into his PS5 and breaks something. The Foo fam is playing Balder's Gate 3. Gym has been playing Zelda: Echose of Wisdom. Zander has a birthday and Foo bounces. A small dive into shortbread, maybe? Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34784160

Episode 323 - Polish your rental 12/19/2024

Episode 323 - Polish your rental This week Foo toggles his Bluetooth. Foo polishes, not one, but two different rental cars. Enterprise tries to pin excessive tire wear on the Mustang on Foo. Foo full sends his repaired Focus RS. Foo takes his Focus RS into the snow with his new snow tires. First snowboarding session of the season for Foo. Gym sucks at riding switch. Gym and his daughter have been playing It Takes Two and highly recommends it. Gym recommends Red Dead Redemption 2. Foo's family plays Balder's Gate. Gym recommends Detroiters, go watch it. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34527295

Episode 322 - Just a 2 Liter Turbo 12/12/2024

Episode 322 - Just a 2 Liter Turbo Foo rents a Porsche Macan and it's probably not one you'd want to buy. Foo gets his Focus RS back. Modern factory audio systems are lacking. Wireless CarPlay is where it's at. Wirelss charging on cars is hit and miss useful. We reminisce a bit about some of the ridiclous car audio installs we had in the past. Gym professes his love for the late 80's early 90's VW GTI Cabriolet. Foo mentions the Ford Escort EXP, a mini mustang. Young Foo dating failure. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34408575

Episode 321 - We have added listeners 6 and 7 12/05/2024

Episode 321 - We have added listeners 6 and 7 Have you seen North Shore, the movie? Dave and Nat send us some moonshine (thank you!). Would you play pill roulette? What crime would you do that would prevent anyone else from ever doing in the future? We had Thanksgiving, we hope yours was awesome. Gym gets a rat in the attic, installs some gutter guards and installs Christmas lights. Foo worries that he's the only one that likes his smoked snacks. How hard do you go on turkey prep? Brine? Seasoning? Big display or smaller display for gaming? Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34297695

Episode 320 - Return the cart 11/28/2024

Episode 320 - Return the cart This week Foo has an issue with the RS and it goes back into the shop. Foo's rental Mustang has a screw in a wrong place. Gym's daughter turns 24 and they hit some interesting places. Watching Melly's school and work journey. We have a strategy for winning the presidency. The guys dive into peanut butter whiskey. Wine is confusing and overwhelming. Cider tasting at Hidden Star Orchards. Hey, RETURN THE CART. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34190275

Episode 319 - I don't carry cash 11/21/2024

Episode 319 - I don't carry cash This week Gym talks about the benefits of the Epson ECO Tank printers. The guys go into a little into retro computing talking about old printers, modems, Gateway, BBS, beepers, and more. Computers are niche systems these days. There are far better payment methods now than sticking your debit card into a slot. Scams are everywhere, be mindful. Still getting political donation emails post election. Foo's son wants to pay with cash. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/34074346

Episode 318 - It's always a snow day 11/14/2024

Episode 318 - It's always a snow day This week the guys try to make sense out of some of the policies being talked about by the President Elect starting with the dismissal of the Department of Education. We break down a comment by Tim Walz: Busses and meals in school or busses and meals in prison. What does the incoming administration mean for our daughters? Gym wonders about rumors and potential conspiracy theories. Foo does Miata brakes. Foo gets some lighting for his house. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/33925577

Episode 317 - Election Post Mortem 11/07/2024

Episode 317 - Election Post Mortem This week the Sad Dads go where they have never gone before and discuss at length the Presidential Election and it's fallout. Foo share some of his own personal thoughts about what the election's importance means to him. /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/33826452

Episode 316 - I drank a Red Bull 10/31/2024

Episode 316 - I drank a Red Bull This week Foo has a Red Bull in the fridge... Whatever you do, don't call it Dutch Brothers. Gym's house gets wrecked by a trio of Safeway sandwiches. The Dads get sucked into playing Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Zombies with Chandler and they both have their thoughts. Some discussion about Destiny 2 difficulty. Foo's wife has an issue that Foo troubleshoots and makes her IT guy jealous. Give your mechanic as much info as possible. Plus more! /episode/index/show/saddadsclubpodcast/id/33700337

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