Backyard Pools, Cookouts & Summer Chaos

from Laughter Included · host Johnny Mack & Ricky G

In this summer-themed episode, Johnny Mack and Ricky G crack open the cold drinks and dive into their favorite warm-weather memories. From old-school pool days and Red Sox on the radio to grilling hacks and public water park trauma, this episode is packed with dad-life stories and relatable laughs. They also explore what summer looks like today—whether it’s SharkTivity apps, fighting over thermostat settings, or debating the true MVP of dessert: slush or ice cream. Highlights include: • Hitting at Fenway Park (with an audience!) • Classic 1980s pool and beach traditions • Thermostat wars & lawn mowing rituals • Water park horror stories (flip-flops required) • Ice cream vs. slush: the ultimate dad decision Fire up the grill and join us for a laid-back episode full of nostalgia, honesty, and laughs. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & green screen experiment 01:41 Recap: Vent This podcast appearance 02:39 Upcoming collab: The Midlifers podcast 04:00 Johnny hosts Father’s Day trivia 04:40 Ricky hits at Fenway Park 06:26 Local softball league kickoff 07:26 Childhood pool stories & summer freedom 09:20 River Beach, Biankey’s pizza, and Kelly’s chowder 12:04 Cape Cod vacations & pond swimming 14:28 Summer baseball burnout & AC battles 18:00 Slip ‘n slides, sprinklers, and city hydrants 21:00 Pet memories: Tiger the special cat 24:00 Red Sox radio nostalgia & Pedro/Clemens 26:39 Favorite summer songs: Will Smith, Van Halen, Go-Go’s 30:38 Adult summers, Cape trips & SharkTivity 34:09 Jaws trauma & favorite shark movies 35:00 Softball brotherhood in Boxford 36:21 Cookout vs. BBQ: the real difference 37:03 Hamburger or hot dog? 38:17 Ice cream vs. slush debate 41:00 Mowing the lawn = dad therapy 43:02 Renting pools & Airbnb drama 47:23 Public pool horror & Action Park documentary 50:22 Grilling favorites: sausages, steak, and toasted buns 55:00 “Make you a plate” meaning & grilling hacks 1:02:02 Hot dog tips, fried bologna & watermelon tricks 1:04:30 How to support the show & what’s next Links & Mentions: Class Action Park Documentary (HBO) Sharktivity App – Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Friends Talking Shop Podcast The Midlifers Podcast Support us: Patreon Site Visit the Mack & G Store Follow us: Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok Twitter Join our Newsletter

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