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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 56 MIN

Dad Interests: Simulation Theory, Pokémon Card Shortages, and the Pop to Hardcore Pipeline

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Apple Description format:  In this episode, we talk about our evolving “dad interests” and how they’ve somehow expanded to include simulation theory, the current state of Pokémon cards and why they feel impossible to find, and the strange musical pipeline that takes people from pop to hardcore. We also explore the idea that if this really is a simulation, it might not be a very well-designed one. The Highlights: •  Super Bowl predictions a week after the fact •  Phil only knows how to draw nightmare fuel •  Cole reveals his best dad hack to nab Pokémon cards This podcast features thoughtful discussion, humor, and real-life experiences from two dads navigating modern life. New episodes are released Tuesdays at 6AM and Dad Blasts are released Thursdays at 6AM.

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