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Backyard Pools, Cookouts & Summer Chaos
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:
YouTube
TikTok
Join our Newsletter
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By John McMahon (aka Johnny Mack)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:
YouTube
TikTok
Join our Newsletter