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Listen, They're Fine

Brandon (Bubba) Ogborn, John Ahern & Wyatt Gray

Listen, They're Fine is the brutally honest parenting podcast for anyone tired of perfect families on social media. Hosts Bubba and John are best friends and neighbors with wildly different approaches to raising kids. Bubba's the chaos parent - wine mom energy, creative solutions, and yes, his 4-year-old knows some colorful language. John's the engineer dad with color-coded schedules, researched gear recommendations, and theories about everything.

Each week, they dive into the beautiful disaster of modern parenting - from navigating school politics to dealing with their own childhood trauma while trying not to mess up their kids. Expect heated debates about screen time, birthday party etiquette, and whether goldfish crackers count as a food group.

This isn't gentle parenting advice from certified experts. This is two regular dads figuring it out in real time, fighting like siblings, and giving you permission to be imperfect. Episodes drop weekly and feature everything from laugh-until-you-cry parenting fails to surprisingly deep conversations about breaking generational cycles.

Warning: Contains explicit language, discussions of mental health, and two grown men admitting they have no idea what they're doing.

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  • 30 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 1 hr 13 min
  • English

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  • Wednesday · length unknown

    Weezer for Geezers, Kicked in the Nards & The Great Boo Bash Disaster (Episode 53)

    Bubba's quick thinking prevents a Halloween disaster and John connects with his son through the power of music. Plus a bonus conversation on what to do when your daughter won't stop writing your wife letters. Recommendations: Bubba recommends the documentary YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING, out now in theaters nationwide John recommends the latest album by Queens of the Stone Age, "Perfecth" Weezer for Geezers, Kicked in the Nards & The Great Boo Bash Disaster (Episode 53) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • October 28 · length unknown

    The War on Halloween, School Jog-a-Thons & Dead Dad Standup (Episode 52)

    Is Halloween harmless fun or is it a holiday celebrating the dark forces of Satan? Should looking at sea turtles be a right for all or just a privilege of the wealthy elite? Are school jog-a-thons big scams? All these questions and more on this week's episode PLUS Dad jokes from beyond the grave! Recommendations: Bubba recommends the daily newsletter from SNOPES.com (yes that website is still going strong) John recommends sitting down and writing letters to your kids to be opened years in the future The War on Halloween, School Jog-a-Thons & Dead Dad Standup (Episode 52) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • October 21 · length unknown

    Lesbian Dad Haircuts, Chick Tracts & Secret Favorite Children (Episode 51)

    Bubba has a new haircut that is making him a hit with the ladies, John gets to learn about our Lord and Savior Jesus through the twisted mind behind the famous Chick Tracts comics. Plus we want YOU to call US at 323 435-5686 and leave a voicemail. Recommendations: Joseph Gordon Levitt's Conversation at the United Nations about AI (https://youtu.be/3fgxeq4Nrm8?si=O55JpPEMKGslkFOy) & The NYT Daily Podcast Episode, "When AI Comes for your Purpose in Life" (https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/13/podcasts/the-daily/mathematicians-problem-ai-jobs.html) Lesbian Dad Haircuts, Chick Tracts & Secret Favorite Children (Episode 51) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • October 14 · length unknown

    Sports Dad 101 with Chicago's Favorite Son John Soldano (Episode 50)

    We celebrate our 50th episode with a special guest, Professional Sports Dad and overall good dude, JOHN SOLDANO. Discussions include: How to talk to your wife about wanting more kids so you can start a basketball team. Does letting your children sleep in your bed after a nightmare turn them into jabronis? And what to do when you catch your son stealing cash from your wallet? It's an episode you won't want to miss! Sports Dad 101 with Chicago's Favorite Son John Soldano (Episode 50) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • October 7 · length unknown

    Cub Scout Jitters, Boomer Yardsales & Punk Rock Vegas (Episode 49)

    Bubba's long awaited yard sale finally happened and had some unexpected visitors. John takes a no-kids trip to Las Vegas with his wife and rekindles his Punk Rock roots. Plus a bonus conversation about all the wrong ways your kid can interact with the family dog. Cub Scout Jitters, Boomer Yardsales & Punk Rock Vegas (Episode 49) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • September 30 · length unknown

    Roughhousing Rules, Nighttime Sneaking and You've Got Good Burger (Episode 48)

    John's son has started sneaking out of the house at night (but not how you'd expect) and Bubba has another misadventure in the Port of Long Beach. Plus an in-depth discussion on the dos and don't of roughhousing with your kids. Roughhousing Rules, Nighttime Sneaking and You've Got Mail Fall (Episode 48) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • S1 · E46
    September 16 · 1 hr 11 min

    Legoland Theft, Second Born Children, Bird Problems (Episode 46)

    John recounts a recent near skunking experience and a run in with a would be thief at his beloved Legoland. Bubba has a bone to pick with seagulls but loves the doves that have nested at this house. But both of them can agree that 5th graders really need to wear deodorant.

  • S1 · E45
    September 9 · 1 hr 17 min

    Acme vs. Coyote, Forgetting 9/11 and Bad Boys (Episode 45)

    Bubba and John swap stories about getting in trouble as reckless teen boys and worry whether their sons will follow in their footsteps. Plus a discussion about what it truly means to "Never Forget" September 11th and a recommendation for the best family film of the year, Coyote Vs. Acme

  • S1 · E43
    August 26 · 1 hr 13 min

    Defunding Paw Patrol, Shark Snorkeling & Nurturing Patience (Episode 43)

    Bubba has a bone to pick with Keith Chapman the creator of the hit television series Paw Patrol and John takes the opportunity to turn a family snorkeling trip into a learning experience about how you don't always get what you want. Plus a lively discussion of whether WiFi is a human right. This week's LTF recommendation is the children's book All the World by Liz Scanlon, available at your local public library.

  • S1 · E42
    August 19 · 1 hr 20 min

    Ani DiFranco, Back-to-School Blues and Sibling Violence (Episode 42)

    Bubba wrestles with the moral dilemma of whether to put a squirrel out of its misery, John feels down in the dumps now that summer is over and his kids are going back to school, plus the ugly truth about 15 minute swim school is finally revealed.

  • S1 · E41
    August 12 · 1 hr 22 min

    Early-Onset Old Man Syndrome (Episode 41)

    On this week's episode of guys discuss Bubba's new hairstyle, what a grief support group is really like and his recent appearance on the morning news. Plus John shares a harrowing tale of encountering a stranger during one of his regular night walks. John also recommends the children's book It's Not the Stork!: A Book about Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families and Friends by Robie H. Harris. It's an episode you won't want to miss!

  • S1 · E39
    July 29 · 1 hr 1 min

    Air travel is for the 1% & Malls are Dying (Episode 39)

    On this week’s episode, Bubba has returned from his trip back home to Michigan and has decided that we, the common folk, should no longer be allowed the privilege of jet travel. Meanwhile John takes his children on a walk down memory lane to a magical past when malls were places you actually wanted to spend time in.

  • S1 · E38
    July 22 · 59 min

    “I 3D printed you an apology." (Episode 38)

    On this week's episode of Listen, They're Fine Bubba recounts how his son kissed a girl then proceeded to get in a fistfight, while John explains the concept of a "Fugler Doll" and why his kids are obsessed with them.

  • S1 · E37
    July 15 · 1 hr 25 min

    Fireworks, Bike Rides and Suspiciously Friendly Beachgoers (Episode 37)

    Summer is in full swing here at the Listen, They're Fine Podcast. This week the guys discuss how to find the best spot at the beach, the struggle of being both prepared as a parent and leaving room to be spontaneous with your kids, and what to do when your children keep losing their shoes.

  • July 8 · 5 min

    Summer Update from Bubba & John

    Bubba is traveling with his family but the Listen, They're Fine guys still found time to get together to watch some of their old family home movies. Enjoy this special episode featuring a trip down to the old swimming hole, uncles wielding crossbows and the Amish performing traditional folk music. Summer Update from Bubba & John (special bonus episode available now on YouTube) Listen, They're Fine Podcast

  • S1 · E36
    July 1 · 1 hr 17 min

    Tooth Troubles & Tracking my Wife's Movements (Episode 36)

    A trip to the San Diego Safari Park leads to some grumpy kids and Bubba learns the hard way that forgetting to pay your electric bill has consequences. Also the guys share all the ways that their wives are more productive then them. Plus a PSA on the danger of eating too many popsicles.

  • S1 · E35
    June 24 · 1 hr 5 min

    Bible Camp, Funcles and Cotton Candy (Episode 35)

    On this week's episode of Listen, They're Fine the guys discuss the phenomena of "Fun-Uncles" and the ethical implications of sending your kids to Vacation Bible Schools instead of an expensive summer camp.

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