The Tired Dad & Tired Mom Podcast
Jon Gustin, The Tired Dad, and his wife Jessica, The Tired Mom, get real, honest, and authentic about their 13-year journey in marriage and parenting. Jon has over 2 million followers on social media and openly shares his vulnerabilities and truths about fatherhood and husbandhood. Jessica joins him to bring perspective from a mom's point of view, sharing what it means to be an involved mother and wife. Together, with their honesty, they make all parents, husbands, and wives feel less alone on this journey.
Episodes
The Roommate Phase
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the episode and personal background
00:48 The roommate phase and its effects on marriage
02:18 The importance of stopping competition in relationships
03:28 The dangers of rehearsed arguments and ego defense
04:28 Influence of outside opinions and family on marriage
05:42 Effective communication and understanding each other's perspectives
07:28 Emotional
Postpartum Resentment and Breaking the Divorce Cycle
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In this episode, we explore the challenges of postpartum resentment, effective communication in marriage, and breaking generational cycles of divorce.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and episode overview
00:19 Postpartum resentment and its effects
01:22 The importance of acknowledging feelings
02:30 Effective communication and empathy
04:24 Building better connection after po
Being Weird, Pressure of Perfection, Cussing, and Family Chaos
This episode we share candid stories about parenting, marriage, and embracing authenticity in everyday life. From Father's Day celebrations to parenting hacks, kids wearing what they want, to accidentally cussing in front of them, this episode is a heartfelt look at life's beautiful chaos.
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Chapters
00:00 Father's Day Reflections
02:47 The Chaos of Father's Day Morning
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Parenting with no help, Life's Challenges, and Puppy Parenthood
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Join us as we share the journey of new puppy parenthood, parenting without a village, and navigating life's challenges with honesty and humor. This episode offers real insights into balancing parenthood, self-care, and personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Welcoming a New Family Member
10:47 Parenting Without a Village
24:08 Navigating the Challenges of Parenthood
25:11 Navigati
The grief of losing a dog, patience, loyalty, and childhood memories
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In this episode, we talk about Max. His life, where he came from, the struggles he carried, and the impact he had on our family. Losing him has been one of the hardest things I’ve experienced, and this conversation is really about grief, love, healing, and the reminder that our time with the people and animals we love is never long enough.
Chapters
00:00 Facing Hea
Time is Love, Materialism, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Reading
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In this episode of The Tired Dad & Tired Mom Podcast, we reflected on what life has looked like after the release of my book and the emotions that come with putting something so personal into the world. We talked about parenting, public speaking, and how becoming parents changes the way we see time, grief, success, and even ourselves.
We had a deep conversation abo
Intimacy in Marriage
In this episode, we open up about the ups and downs of the intimacy in our marriage and what made it better. Sharing how communication and personal choices have strengthened our bond. We also discuss the importance of instilling confidence in our daughter and the lessons we've learned about ego and showing up for our loved ones.
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Chapters
Introduction and Reflections
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The Bittersweet Journey of Parenthood
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We got so emotional on this one! Grab a tissue and join us for the most authentic, vulnerable episode to date.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Parenthood and Time's Fleeting Nature
02:36 Travel Adventures and Nostalgic Memories
05:31 Experiences with Travel Accommodations
08:37 Meeting Influential Figures and Overcoming Nerves
11:21 Reflections on Personal Growth and Achievements
14:26 Su
It Gets Better
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This episode features a heartfelt conversation about parenting, personal growth, overcoming addiction, and the transformative power of sobriety.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Parenting Adventures
02:48 Finding Joy in Kids' Activities
06:04 The Challenges of Parenting Young Children
09:01 Navigating Em
A Safe Home, Real Community, and Showing Empathy
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(00:00) Introduction—Setting the tone with real talk on parenting and life
(02:04) The significance of home as a safe space for kids and the importance of emotional support
(08:55) Shifting parenting styles and the rise of modern, empathetic approaches
(11:29) Understanding bullies and their backgrounds; inner child perspectives
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Mental Health, Social Media, and Family Life
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In this episode, Jess and I open up about our experiences with mental health and the realities of raising kids in a social media-driven world. We share our personal struggles, what we’re learning along the way, and why authenticity, boundaries, and staying connected as a family matter more than ever.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: Pa
Friendships After Kids, Discipline, and You're Not Doing As Bad As You Think
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00:00 - Welcome and episode overview
00:18 - How parenting can isolate social life
01:10 - The impact of sobriety and limited social opportunities
02:09 - Longing for female friendship and deep connection
03:07 - Recalling pre-parenthood friendships and their depth
03:45 - Winter isolation and planning spontaneous meetups
04:21
Your Partners Inner Child, Insecurity, and The Future of Our Children
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Parenting and Marriage Dynamics
02:54 The Impact of Childhood on Adult Relationships
05:35 Empathy and Understanding in Marriage
08:38 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
11:43 Navigating Financial Dynamics in Relationships
14:50 The Role of Fathers in Family Dynamics
17:37 Men's Mental Health and
Gilmore Girls, Modern Dads, Adderall and Sharing The Mental Load
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Another conversation of stuff consuming our lives. The Gilmore Girls Tour, Adderall and does it help or is it just drugs? My audiobook recording experience, modern dads, and more!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Studio Tour
02:57 Exploring the Warner Brothers Studio Tour
05:49 Recording the Audiobook Experience
11:33 I
Uncomfortable Conversations
Pre Order My Book Here Chapters00:00 Introduction to Parenting and Marriage02:02 Uncomfortable Conversations with Kids05:05 Sharing Personal Stories and Mistakes10:23 The Impact of Parental Vulnerability12:10 Navigating Puberty and Parent-Child Relationships17:35 The Consequences of Naivety and Trust24:18 Creating Safe Spaces for Open Dialogue30:02 The Importance of Healing for Parents34:28 Managi
We Need More Conversations
Pre Order My Book HereIn this episode of the Tired Dad and Tired Mom Podcast, Jessica and I talk life.We touch on winter weather, family trips we already miss while we are still in them, and our love for reading, not just for knowledge but for perspective. We talk about why it matters to understand how other people see the world, even when we do not fully agree.We get into money too. Living below
Nihilist Penguin, Being Weird, Deep Thinking, and Doom Scrolling
Pre Order My Book HereIn this episode, Jess and I talk about life in the middle of chaos, from getting snowed in to helping our kids process the loss of a pet. We also dive into the “Nihilist Penguin” idea and what it says about identity, social media, and mental health.At the core, we’re just trying to raise kids who feel safe being themselves, in a home built on acceptance, creativity, and love.
Learning As We Go
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In this conversation, I talk about the everyday stuff that makes up family life. From trying to figure out meals, to dealing with kids getting sick, to what we’re watching at night and even the books we read in high school. It’s a mix of random moments and rea
My Wife Has ADHD
In this episode, we talk about setting up our new podcast studio and how that whole process has been equal parts exciting and chaotic. From there, the conversation shifts into something we deal with daily: ADHD in a relationship and what that looks like while raising kids.We share how ADHD shows up differently for each of us and how learning to understand those differences has changed the way we c
Not Letting Anyone "Yuck Your Yum" in 2026
In this episode of the Tired Dad and Tired Mom Podcast, we welcome 2026 by reflecting on how quickly time moves and how much we’ve grown along the way. We talk about what it’s taken to strengthen our communication, how outside negativity can quietly affect a relationship if you let it, and why learning to let go of resentment has mattered so much for us. We share why pursuing what lights us up isn
The Impact of Stress on Relationships
We lied! We had to get one more episode in! This is an important one becaus eof its honesty. Before recording, the stress got the best of us and we had an argument. During the recording we were decompressing through it.In this episode, I reflect on how external chaos can quietly create tension between two people who actually love each other. How easy it is to snap, withdraw, or just go into surviv
The One Thing We Said We Wouldn't Do As Parents
Last episode of 2025 and I think we bring it home well!In this episode, we sit down and talk honestly about parenting as we’re living it right now. We get into the ups and downs of co-sleeping, how stuff from our own childhoods shows up in ways we don’t always expect, and why helping our kids understand their emotions feels just as important as anything else we’re trying to teach them.We share wha
Encouraging Communication Skills in Children
In this episode we discuss the challenges of parenting during the holiday season, the importance of teaching children about generosity, and the impact of technology on social skills. We share personal anecdotes about their experiences with customer service, dining out with children, and the significance of fostering communication skills in kids. Our conversation also touches on the challenges pose
The Holiday Madness
In this episode, my wife and I talk about how wild the holidays can feel as parents. Trying to stay afloat while keeping up with everything while still making it special for the kids. We aren't experts on this but I do think all parents are in it together!Chapters00:00 Holiday Chaos and Multitasking Madness02:30 Nostalgia and Holiday Traditions05:04 Cultural Differences in Holiday Celebrations10:3
Navigating Love and Parenthood in the Real World
In this episode, we share our personal experiences with love, parenting, and the challenges that come with it. We discuss our love story, the impact of having children on our relationship, and the struggles of postpartum challenges. The conversation also touches on sobriety, balancing life and work, and the challenges of raising kids in a digital age. We emphasize the importance of communication,
A Conversation with Sad Dads Club, the Nonprofit for Grieving Fathers
I sit down with Rob the Executive director of the Nonprofit, Sad Dads Club. He shares his story and how the organization is helping so many fathers through grief. Follow: Sad Dads ClubLearn about Sad Dads ClubSubscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod f
Church Hurt Pt. 2, Finding Friends in Your Thirties, and More!
We finally got around to part two, and it led to so many other conversations! This is a prime example of how my wife and I communicate—laughs, tears, passionate explanations, it’s all in this episode. Hope you enjoy!Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tiredd
My Wife's Story of Church Hurt: Part 1
When my wife was 16, something happened that would change the course of the next 10 years of her life. This is part 1 of her story, where she shares what she went through and where we are now in our parenting journey. We share this vulnerability in hopes of helping those who still feel unheard and those who share the desire to raise emotionally healthy children.Subscribe to my weekly reflections o
Loving Your Kids But Not Loving Parenting?
Our opinion on the phrase, "I love my kids but I don't love parenting." We also discuss how the phrase, "Square Peg, Round Hole," has literally changed our life for the better!Get 50% OFF your first order when you use promo code “TIREDDAD” at GoNutre.com.Download the safest browser for your children, AngelQSubscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Ti
Raising Children in a Scary Digital Age
We discuss the fact that we’re raising our children in a scary digital age, and what it means to be an intentional parent while trying to balance it all.Download the safest browser for your children, AngelQSubscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for
Parenting Should Never Be Easy
After six cups of java, I jumped on a podcast with my amazing wife, and we dove deep into why parenting is never easy, why we sometimes pour from an empty cup, how struggles have made our marriage stronger, and what’s really causing parental burnout. I hope this encourages parents to see that being tired is, in fact, a badge of honor.Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired D
Raising Empowered Children with RaaShaun "DJ Envy" and Gia Casey
I sit down with DJ Envy, host of the world-famous show The Breakfast Club, and his amazing wife of 24 years. RaaShaun and Gia Casey are parents to six children and bring a wealth of wisdom and experience when it comes to parenting. We talk about everything from raising kids in the digital age to growing up in the '90s, guiding our children, marriage, and of course, I had to ask their Top 5 Emcees!
Cold Plunging, Anxiety, Sobriety, and Entrepreneurship w/ the Founders of Desert Plunge
I welcome the founders of Desert Plunge, Matt and Brie. They have an inspiring story of how cold plunging changed their lives and how they plan on inspiring the world. We discuss sobriety, anxiety, and the challenging but rewarding side of entrepreneurship. Hope you enjoy this amazing episode!Make sure to follow Matt and Brie on InstagramEnter code TIREDDADLIFE for $100 off at Desert Plunge
Youth Sports, Honesty in Marriage, and Realistic Financial Planning
We've entered the world of youth sports, spoken openly about what honesty should look like in marriage, and shared the reality of financial planning in our lives. This might be my favorite episode yet—we lay it all out in this one. Hope you enjoy!Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollo
I'm Sober, My Wife is Not
Our family vacation to Florida, how my wife initially felt about my decision to get sober, current sobriety statistics, and teaching our children to have empathy to bullies. Stay in Okaloosa Island, FL with your family! BLU403DEAL for $100 off 5 night stay (excluding June/July) $200OFFBLU403 for $200 off 6 or 7 night stay (excluding June/July)Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow Th
Ways We Avoided Divorce After Kids
5 ways we avoided divorce after kids, date nights, remembering our sweet nanas, and more!Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
Bring Out The Weird In You
Embracing your weirdness, the "to do" list can wait, tangible memories and more in this short but meaningful episode!Subscribe to my weekly reflections on SubstackFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
Raising Yourself Again
What does it mean to raise yourself again? How much screen time should we allow our kids? And what do we do when we mess up? All of this and more in this episode! Hope you enjoy!Follow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
Breaking The Cycle
We discuss how millennials aren't necessarily raising a weak generation, breaking the cycle, and does The Tired Dad know "girl terms?" Please SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW!Follow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
The Dads Versus Moms Debate
We discuss how we should focus on finding solutions rather than pointing fingers at either moms or dads. We explore how marriage can be both easy and challenging at times, how parenting does get easier, and we share a vulnerable moment when we messed up. Please SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW!Follow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow
Marriage Statistics and Entering the New Year
Post Christmas recap, some marriage statistics, how The Tired Mom is one of the most encouraging people in the world, how to not give a care, and much more! Great episode to begin the New Year with! Please SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW!Follow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tiredd
Our Honeymoon Was Horrible
The Christmas magic is fleeting, our pets are getting older, our honeymoon wasn't a good time, but our marriage is. What I thought being a man was, and do we know each other well? This was a heartfelt, deep, REAL, and funny episode! Please SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW!Follow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code:
The Secret Society Of Bed Sharing Families
We discuss our children always coming into our bedroom and what works for us. We dive into to other topics about loving our children, what they may say about us later, intrusive thoughts, fears, and even The Tired Dad's top 5 favorite rappers. A short episode that got very deep at times. Hope you enjoy!Email your stories to podcast@tireddad.comFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom
We Aren't Experts, But We Are Honest...
We aren't experts, but we do our best to share what we've learned after 12 years together! Parenting priorities, how to get the spark back, how we fail miserably and more!Email your stories to podcast@tireddad.comFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships
Holidays, Gifts, and Family Visitors
We made it through Thanksgiving break, now let's prepare for the next holiday!Email your stories to podcast@tireddad.comFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
Emotional Maturity In Marriage
Why 70% of divorces are initiated by women, emotional maturity, and sharing some less heavy topics! Email your stories to podcast@tireddad.comFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
Why Parenting Takes More Work Than Marriage
What the "work" in marriage really means, how to effectively communicate, and why parenting takes more work than marriage.Email your stories to podcast@tireddad.comFollow The Tired Dad on InstagramFollow The Tired Mom on InstagramSubscibe to Youtube Follow on TikTokFollow on FacebookEnter code: tireddadpod for 15% off at tireddad.comFor partnerships, email collabs@tireddad.com
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