Best Nick Busch Podcasts (2025)

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tspp #416- Knott's Scary Farm 2025 w/ Jon Asperin & Jeff Tucker! 10/29/25 1:29:59

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We RETURN to the TSPP Mother Earth of Haunt..Knott's BerryFarm for Scary Farm 2025! Jeff Tucker joins Doug and Robert on all the happening for this year's Haunt Event and we are also joined by Maze Designer and Creative, Jon Asperin to discuss his 2025 works and guide us through a Walk-Though of his new creation, MARY. Spooky and chilling fun ahead…

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Finding Calm in the Parenting Chaos | Kirk Martin on Triggers, Patience, Problem Solving 57:41

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Ever find yourself losing your cool when your kid melts down, or scratching your head as they refuse to clean up their room (again)? Turns out, there’s a surprising science behind keeping calm amid the chaos of parenthood. We're joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the immensely popular Calm Parenting podcast. Kirk is the pr…

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tspp #415- Howl-O-Scream 2025 @ SeaWorld San Diego! 10/21/25 55:47

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We are at SeaWorld San Diego for Howl-O-Scream 2025! Doug is joined by SeaWorld Entertainment Specialist, Alexander Krikes to learn more about the fifth year of the event, its five mazes, eight scare zones, shows and more. We are also joined by the rest of the event creative team on the stomping grounds of the incredible Monster Stomp music and dan…

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Nick's ERT #103 – Epic Universe Trip Report! 1:11:57

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Nick and Hannah head to Universal Orlando's brand-new theme park, Epic Universe! From jaw-dropping rides to a few hiccups along the way, they share their honest take on everything this dazzling park has to offer. Expect lively discussion on the attractions, the food (of course!), and even the little errors that come with opening a park of this scal…

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Music, Milestones, and Mindfulness | Nick Hexum of 311 on Raising Creative, Empathetic Girls 52:36

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Not everyone instinctively knows when they’ve reached the point in life where they’re ready for kids. For Nick Hexum, the self-proclaimed “dad” of his band 311, that moment came when he realized his wild days were behind him and he was ready to step into family life as a husband and father. Nearly two decades later, he’s a proud dad of three daught…

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Rewind Episode | Mortician Victor M. Sweeney on Raising Death-Positive Kids 50:59

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We've been teasing it for months; a new podcast that we are producing in conjunction with Wavland which is hosted by former Modern Dadhood guest, Victor M. Sweeney. And now the time has come to make the official announcement and share the trailer. And we couldn't think of a better way to do that, than to couple it with a Rewind episode of our origi…

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Trading Careers for Time With My Kid | Joel Costigan on Fatherhood, Adventure, Summer Bonding 48:47

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Does the idea of a whole summer one on one with your kid sound idyllic... or intimidating? If you’ve ever been the primary parent for a whole season, you've likely experienced both of those extremes. In this episode, we’re joined by Joel Costigan, a longtime educator, soccer coach, and dad to a 7-year-old daughter named Ruby. Joel recently made a m…

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tspp #414- Midsummer Scream 2025 Review w/ Doug Barnes & Rick West! 8/21/25 55:40

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Doug reviews his experience at Midsummer Scream 2025 that was on August 15-17. Joining Doug from ground zero of Midsummer Scream is Creative Director Rick West. Enjoy. Links: Midsummer Scream Walt Disney Birthplace MiceChat Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z'nuff on iTunes Check Out The Season Pass Podcast Website at: www.seasonpasspodcas…

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tspp #413- Midsummer Scream 2025 Preview w/ Creative Director, Rick West! 8/6/25 1:00:34

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Doug and Robert will be returning to Midsummer Scream for 2025 on August 15-17. Here to tell us what we're in for is Midsummer Scream Creative Director (and long time friend of the Season Pass), Rick West. Enjoy. Links: Midsummer Scream Walt Disney Birthplace MiceChat Season Pass Closing Song - Wheels by Enuff Z'nuff on iTunes Check Out The Season …

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Nick's ERT #102- All Aboard to Universal UK 21:47

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In this very special episode of Nick's ERT, Nick is joined by fellow theme park aficionado Adam for a journey with a difference — quite literally! The pair hop on a train from London to Bedford to visit the proposed site for the UK's brand-new Universal Studios theme park. Join them on the rails as they chat candidly about what this massive project…

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A Father's Fight to Reunite | Picasso Cognizance on Child Support + Custody 42:01

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Navigating the legal maze of child support and custody can feel impossible... especially when the system seems stacked against you. Picasso Cognizance learned this the hard way when his partner's family took his son away from him at the age of two. Picasso spent the next nearly two decades paying child support, immersing himself in the world of par…

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Rewind Episode | Jordan Shapiro on Fatherhood + Feminism 33:09

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What does it mean to be a "feminist dad"? Maybe a better place to start is asking: what does it mean to be a feminist at all... and why is that term so controversial? There are many ideas and misunderstandings associated with the concept of feminism, and in August of 2021, we were fortunate to explore feminism and fatherhood with the brilliant Jord…

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Can Cleaning Products Build Stronger Partnerships? | Sean Busch of Dad Mode on Gendered Marketing to Dads 24:28

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Ever notice how most spray cleaners and detergents seem to be marketed straight out of the 1950s... and almost always to moms? Entrepreneur Sean Busch is on a mission to flip the script. Sean is a dad of two kids who LOVE to make messes, and he's the founder of Dad Mode, a new line of high-performance cleaning products designed specifically for dad…

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Father's Day 2025 | Father/Son Reflections on Being a Dad 33:23

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Does it get more "meta" than interviewing your own parent about parenting? For our Father’s Day 2025 Special, Adam Flaherty goes deep with a truly special and personal guest: his own father. Tom Flaherty isn’t just Adam’s dad; he's a father of four (spanning 20 years in age!), an Air Force veteran, a retired police officer, and an inspiration and b…

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tspp #412- 30 Years of Universal Studios WaterWorld w/ Eddie Newquist, Nick Drobins & Norm Kahn 6/4/25 1:25:58

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*Subscribe @ iTunes* Doug, Brent and Robert celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the greatest themed entertainment stunt show ever, The WaterWorld Stunt Show at Universal Studios Hollywood! Also joining the conversation...some of the creative/production crew that made this BOMB SHOW happen: Eddie Newquist (Former Creative Director of Universal Creativ…

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Nick's ETR #101- From Fear to Hyperia – Hannah's Rollercoaster Breakthrough! 1:03:16

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In this thrilling episode, Hannah shares with Nick her journey from coaster-phobe to thrill-seeker! After a confidence-boosting trip to Europa Park, where she braved some of Europe's most iconic coasters, Hannah finally faced her biggest challenge yet: riding Hyperia at Thorpe Park. Listen in as they chat about the adrenaline, the nerves, and the u…

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Rewind Episode | Sesame Street's Emilio Delgado on Fatherhood, Legacy, Family 28:59

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Think back to your childhood... Did you have a TV neighbor, friend, or mentor who you trusted? For millions of young people, that person was Luis from Sesame Street, played for over four decades by the legendary Emilio Delgado. In this Rewind episode which originally aired in July of 2020, Emilio discusses becoming a positive role model and even a …

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Building Trust Around Screens + Social Media | Soren Poulsen on Raising Digital Citizens 34:02

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Do you feel uneasy about handing your kid an internet-enabled device? Or feel like you know very little about what they're doing online? It can be really tough to broach conversations about this stuff without instantly putting our kids on the defense. We're joined by Soren Poulsen, co-founder of Raising Digital Citizens and father of two, who, alon…

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S2 Ep5 - Blisters and Bedrock 52:54

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Hear our thoughts on the emotional reunion of Jinx, Vi, and Vander. [email protected]

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tspp #411- Epic Universe & 100 Years of Roller Coasters w/ wNYC! 4/15/25 1:23:29

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*Subscribe @ iTunes* Doug, Brent and Robert are HERE!! In 2025!! Yes Ya'll! Brent revues his Epic Universe experience while Doug and Robert drool on their mics. BUT! Doug and Robert also share their talk on a 100 years of roller coasters on WNYC New York Public Radio with Brian Lehrer, Friday, April 11, 2025. We're back peeps! Enjoy. Links: Epic Un…

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Nick's ERT #100- Paris Vs Bedford (The Studio Edition) 1:23:41

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In this super-sized episode of Nick's ERT, we're back on track with more theme park tea—because Universal's UK park plans just won't quit! In the first half, Nick is joined by Hannah to take a wander through the latest changes coming to Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris. From reimagined lands to possible new IPs, what's in store for the French mous…

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S2 Ep4 - Paint the Town Blue 35:01

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Hear our thoughts on the thrilling episode Paint the Town Blue. Arcane is back with a bang this episode. [email protected]

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Nick's ERT #99- Mind the Map: Universal's British Invasion 39:49

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In this very special episode of Nick's ERT for the Season Pass Podcast, Nick is joined by Hannah, Chris, Nikki and Jamie as they dive headfirst into the now-confirmed plans for Universal Studios UK, officially announced by the UK government! Set to open in 2031 with construction beginning in 2026, the park will be built in Bedford, marking a monume…

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Rewind Episode | Thyge Trimble on Preparing For Fatherhood 27:56

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Feeling unprepared for the challenges of fatherhood? You’re certainly not alone. In this Rewind episode, Editor-In-Chief Tyghe Trimble, formerly of Fatherly, joins us to navigate the roadmap to modern dadhood. When we chatted with Tyghe in November of 2021, he and his team at Fatherly had just released the insightful book Fatherhood: A Comprehensiv…

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S2 Ep3 - Finally Got the Name Right 52:56

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Hear our thoughts on Act 1 of S2 and the epic climax of the hunt for Jinx. This came with a mix bag of emotions and we are here to lay them all out. [email protected]

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S2 Ep2 - Watch It All Burn 33:49

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This week we discuss the second episode of season 2. This episode fills us in on what Jinx is up to and we are here to talk all about it. [email protected]

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Making Mealtime a Family Affair | Chef David Nayfeld on Picky Eaters + Family Friendly Recipes 55:47

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Struggling with kids who are picky eaters? Want to involve your kids in meal preparation but don't know where to start? This episode is for you. We welcome esteemed professional chef (and professional dad) David Nayfeld, who brings fresh ideas to your family kitchen. With his upcoming cookbook, Dad, What's for Dinner?, David shares recipes and stra…

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S2 Ep1 - Heavy is the Crown 37:42

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The podcast is back with S2 Ep1 breakdown. We give our full thoughts on the premier episode of season 2. We apologize for the long break and we are excited to get the series fired back up. [email protected]

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Breaking The Cycle, Filling The Void | Chris Robbins on Self Development + Empty Nesting 59:49

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Dads, ever feel like you're on autopilot, where each day is just running through the same motions? You're not alone. Dad of three Chris Robbins joins us to discuss how Soul Degree seeks to help men interrupt the flow, get outside, and take some well-deserved time to focus on bettering ourselves. Chris also shares candidly about being a new "empty n…

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Modern Dadhood Podcast Trailer | Parenting Podcast for Dads (and Moms!) 3:11

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🎥 Watch the video trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKuKFz1u3_Q Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket are two dads from suburban New England. And while they might think they’re pretty funny and cool, the world clearly does NOT need another white dude ramble-cast. That’s why Modern Dadhood explores what it really means to be a "dad" through can…

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Navigating Miscarriage and Grief as a Dad | Kelly Jean-Philippe on Pregnancy Loss + Healing 49:17

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According to most medical sources, roughly 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. Although we probably all know people who have experienced miscarriage (or have ourselves), this is a staggering statistic. But according to Kelly Jean-Philippe, host of The Miscarriage Dads podcast, men are often overlooked and undermined when it comes to gri…

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Rewind Episode | Activist Jermaine Moore on DEI + Fatherhood 31:33

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than buzzwords—they’re at the heart of today’s cultural and political conversations. In a time when these topics spark both progress and polarization, it’s a conversation well worth elevating, especially for parents striving to shape the next generation. For parents who feel uncertainty around how to …

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Mic Drop Moments: 2024's Most Surprising Dad Stories 31:29

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Join hosts Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket in this special compilation episode as they highlight the most eye-opening moments of 2024, sharing insightful and unexpected clips from a year of remarkable guest interviews. Clips include: ↳ Actor George Basil (HBO's Crashing, Barbie) on how single parenthood awards him a unique relationship with his teen…

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tspp #410- "The Legacy of Schwarzkopf" w/ Documentary Crew! 12/23/24 1:00:04

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Doug, Brent and Robert talk with the creators of the new ACE Documentary "The Legacy of Schwarzkopf." Eight years after their widely successful and coaster audience pleasing "The Legacy of Arrow Development," the crew of the new film sit with TSPP to give insight, back story, tidbits, and filming experiences on creating this massive new historic fi…

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Nick's ERT #98: Mission Dubai 1:52:59

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Join Nick, Hannah as they tell Adam about their unforgettable adventure in Dubai, exploring some of the world's most iconic theme parks and attractions! From Hollywood-inspired rides at Motiongate to the high-speed thrills of Ferrari World, and the immersive worlds of Warner Bros. Studios Park, the trio leaves no stone unturned. Discover how Hannah…

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Inspiring a World of Imagination | Chris Van Dusen on Writing + Illustrating Kids' Books 48:26

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Have you ever read a book to your kids and been so disappointed by how uninspired the story is? Or how half-baked the visuals are? Or how poor the grammar is? Same. That's why when you come across the truly great ones, you elevate them and celebrate them. Maine author and illustrator (and father of two) Chris Van Dusen joins us to share about all t…

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Act 3 - Instant Take 36:26

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Hear our thoughts on the final act of Arcane. What a journey it has been and we couldn't be more happy with this final conclusion. [email protected]