Nerdy Dads, Healthy Hearts: Lessons in Love and Fandom

"What’s the right age to get married?" From young love to late bloomers, the duo weighs the pros and cons of tying the knot at various stages in life, drawing from personal stories and cultural expectations. With the dice rolled and fate decided, it’s time for everyone's favorite storytelling corner — “Daddy, Tell Me A Story.” Joe opens up about the early days of his relationship with his wife, Kelsi, sharing a heartfelt glimpse into the beginnings of a lifelong bond. Next up, the roll leads to a spicy edition of “Parliament of Papas,” where streaming service contracts take center stage. Joe and Kurt unpack the constantly shifting landscape of subscriptions, exclusivity deals, and how it's affecting what families can actually sit down and watch together. Then the energy shifts to pure fandom joy with “What Are You Nerding Out About?” Kurt gushes over his current obsession with Pokémon and 3D printing, sharing how he’s blending nostalgia with creativity. That’s when Charles bursts in with his own tale — a shout-out to the unsung hero tech guy who saved his dying phone just long enough to rescue what he needed. Joe then brings the anime vibes strong with a glowing recommendation of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, praising its emotional depth and unique storytelling. A quick tangent takes us through the excitement of Stellar Fest and some recent board game adventures before… It’s time. Bad Dad Jokes. And with that, Charles flees the scene (a wise move, perhaps?). To wrap things up, the dice bless us with “How Do I…?” Joe and Kurt dive into a meaningful conversation about modeling healthy relationships — how the way we love and communicate teaches our kids what to look for and how to be better partners themselves. So whether you're a nerdy parent, a fan of storytelling, or just in it for the dad jokes, Find your FAMdom right here. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices