Hosted by Alex and Kyle — two Midwest dads with a knack for humor and a heart for real talk. Each episode blends laughs with meaningful conversations about life’s challenges, from parenting and relationships to mental health and personal growth. It’s a space for reflection, perspective, and community — where no topic is off-limits and no moment is too serious for a little shenanigans. Whether you're looking for support, insight, or just a good laugh, you're in the right place.
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Episode 17: Never Forget September 11th, 2001
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29:07In this special episode of Serious Shenanigans, Kyle and Alex blend laughs, heartfelt reflection, and raw honesty — all airing on September 11th.They start light with a shot of lemon juice punishment (yes, it’s brutal), then go head-to-head in a game of Quarters into Shot Glasses to decide who’s up next for punishment.But as today marks 24 years do…
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Episode 16: 30, Flirty and Still in Mom's Basement?
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34:37Is there an age where living at home with your parents officially turns into a red flag? Because we’ve got questions… and probably some hurt feelings.In this episode of the Serious Shenanigans Podcast, we spiral from frozen hot dogs to full-blown generational debates.🎡 First, the ShenaniWheel spins to hand out another punishment.🌭 Then Alex starts …
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This week’s episode is packed tighter than an NFL roster on cut day and don't worry, Travis Kelce made the 53 man roster:Kyle kicks things off by serving his punishment—a “serious” dramatic read that somehow turns hilarious.Rock, Paper, Shenani-Wheel! Alex and Kyle battle it out to see who spins the dreaded punishment wheel next.Big news: The Serio…
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Episode #14: Punishments Served, Parent Lessons Ignored & Baby License Required?
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48:33This week’s episode is a rollercoaster. Alex starts with his hot sauce punishment, then he and Kyle battle it out in Carrot in the Box to decide who’s on the hook next week. Things take a turn as the guys reflect on advice from their parents, the stigma around men crying, and their most embarrassing stories. They wrap up with a thought-provoking “w…
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Episode #13: When Cruises Go Wrong (and Relationships Too)
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39:23Episode 13 is all over the map—in the best way possible. Alex kicks things off (and nearly chokes) with his messy Chubby Bunny punishment from last week. From there, we dive into the first NFL preseason games, early injuries, and the surprising debut of male cheerleaders for the Vikings. Then we set sail into the world of cruise ship malfunctions a…
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Episode #12: Wheel of Misfortune, Gridiron Glory, and Kwik Trip Snacks Draft
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38:15In this episode, the Shenaniwheel gets a makeover—complete with new punishments that could hit Alex, Kyle, or both! Then, the guys dive into why sports matter so much to men and explore why that passion isn’t always understood. They reflect on their own playing days, share their favorite Packers and Vikings moments, and wrap it all up with a can’t-…
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Episode #11: Shocking Losses, Raised by TV, Blurred Years and Challenge Results
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38:08This week’s episode kicks off with some shocking (and possibly false) headlines about the supposed deaths of Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner. From there, we dive into childhood TV favorites, reflect on those weird life chapters that felt like a total blur, and wrap up our weight loss challenge once and for all. Oh—and in true Sh…
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Episode #10: Coldplay to Baby Advice, Problematic Films & the End of Homework
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34:48In this episode of Serious Shenanigans, we kick things off with the viral story of a CEO caught cheating on a jumbotron at a Coldplay concert—bad timing or just bad luck? Then we shift gears to the avalanche of unsolicited advice new parents get (spoiler: we’ve heard it all). From there, we dive into a nostalgic yet cringeworthy discussion about th…
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Episode #9: Party Animals, Emoji Hieroglyphics & Bidet Madness
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36:14In this episode of Serious Shenanigans, Kyle and Alex go full chaos mode with a wild mix of stories and debates. We kick things off with our craziest party story ever, then dive into the age-old question: do you pre-rinse your dishes before loading the dishwasher?From there, things get weird (and hilarious) as we imagine a future civilization uncov…
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Episode #8: The Wizarding World & The Weigh-in Dilemma
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29:37In this Episode, Alex and Kyle acknowledge the tragedy that struck Texas and their hearts go out to all of the effected communities. Alex discusses he and his wifes baby moon vacation. Alex and Kyle also share their weight loss challenge results, but there is a twist. Lastly, they spin the shenaniwheel for next weeks punishment.…
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Episode #7: Traveling With Kids vs. Without: Two Very Different Vacations
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35:14In this episode, Alex and Kyle discuss traveling. More specifically, they discuss traveling without their kids vs with their kids. They then go on to discuss some of the memories they had traveling as kids. Spoiler: Kyle carries out his Crazy Outfit Punishment on this episode.
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Episode 6: Social Etiquette & Tipping Culture
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42:51In this episode of Serious Shenanigans, we dive into a wild mix of pop culture, social etiquette, and everyday annoyances. We kick things off with Jon Jones announcing his retirement from the UFC, then somehow find ourselves talking about Tom Sandoval from Vanderpump Rules auditioning on America’s Got Talent. From there, we get into the little thin…
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In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane as we celebrate Father’s Day by reflecting on our relationships with our dads — the lessons we learned, the moments we’ll always remember, and the stories that shaped us into who we are today. We also share what fatherhood means to us personally, from honoring the roles our fathers played in our live…
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Episode 4: Pineapple Pizza, Airplane Etiquette, and Bathroom Dilemmas!
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32:09In this episode, Alex and Kyle tackle some of life’s greatest debates (and awkward moments)!🔥 First up: Pineapple on pizza—yes or no? The guys weigh in on this age-old controversy and let you know where they stand.✈ And to close it out: Should people be allowed to recline their seats on airplanes, or is it a travel faux pas? The guys debate airplan…
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In this episode, Alex and Kyle touch on a few different subjects: -The Great Hambino aka Patrick Renna making an at plate appearance, calling his shot and then grounding out at a Savannah Banana's Baseball Game -Alex and Kyle discuss their first TikTok Live experience -Wouldn't be an episode without a little football But the main theme of this epis…
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In this episode, Alex and Kyle discuss competing as adults. Why is it something we still do? Kyle talks about how he found the sport of Pickleball. Alex also has an obscure superpower he'd wish to have if he could choose. To find us on other platforms, visit linktr.ee/SeriousShenanigansPodcast Thank you to the local businesses that provided baske…
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In the first ever episode, you get to learn a little bit about Alex and Kyle and what the Serious Shenanigans Podcast is all about. They also share their thoughts on the recent NFL Schedule Release, who would win between 100 Men and a Gorilla as well as how might Alex and Kyle survive in a Zombie Apocalypse!To find us on our other social platforms,…
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Check out this trailer of Alex and Kyle explaining to its listeners what they can expect to hear in terms of content and why they started the podcast. Visit us at linktr.ee/SeriousShenanigansPodcast to hear and see more of us. Please Like, Share, Follow & Subscribe!By Kyle Sitter and Alex Niemer
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Kyle doesn't like the way Alex says GIF (JIF). Tune in every Tuesday Starting May 27th for a new episode!By Kyle Sitter and Alex Niemer
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