Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2025, we’re kicking things off with a look ahead at what we want to achieve this year and where we see ourselves going (literally and figuratively). We talk about the power of consistency, our 2025 travel plans, and the joys and challenges of solo traveling.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Big Belly 'Pats without a few off-the-rails tangents and our signature dad jokes to keep things light. Start the year with us for some laughs, goals, and plenty of good vibes!

It’s Episode 39 of Big Belly 'Pats—our Christmas Special! Fair warning—Nick’s audio is rough (seriously, he might need a new mic), so bear with us and don’t send too much coal our way.

In this festive episode, we try to keep things Christmas-themed as we share what means the most to us during the holidays and reflect on things we’ve done for others this season. We also dive into some of our favorite Christmas memories and, of course, attempt a few holiday-themed dad jokes—emphasis on *attempt.*

Grab some cocoa, forgive the audio, and join us for laughs, stories, and a little holiday cheer!

In Episode 38, Nick dives into his experience at a Liverpool match, sharing all about the electric crowd and unforgettable atmosphere. Meanwhile, Daniel spills the ‘tea’ from work—because drama doesn’t take holidays.

We also chat about getting ready for the festive season and catch up on the highlights (and lowlights) of our past week.

And as always, we wrap it all up with our signature dad jokes—because what’s an episode without a few groan-worthy laughs? Tune in!

In Episode 37, Nick takes us through his trip back to the US for Thanksgiving, filled with family, food, and a whole lot of chaos. With Christmas right around the corner, we chat about holiday prep and the joys (and stresses) of the season.

Oh, and we fully admit that boys and men are just... well, dumb sometimes—but hey, we own it.

Of course, we couldn’t forget our signature dad jokes to wrap things up with a laugh. Tune in for holiday vibes, self-deprecating humor, and plenty of fun!

In this episode, the hunt is on—Daniel’s search for big shoes takes center stage. We also chat about his accidental sideline medical expertise, stepping in to help players from other teams even when it’s not his job.

Nick’s latest obsession with football card collecting makes an appearance as we pull some cards and share a few surprises. Plus, we take a quick (and hilarious) dive into the world of “girl math” and its unique logic.

As always, we’ve got our signature dad jokes—though Daniel somehow finds a way to ruin the punchlines.

In Episode 35 of "Big Belly 'Pats," we kick things off with Daniel's hilarious struggles to pronounce South African words, while Nick flexes the *very* few Afrikaans words he knows.

We then take a sports detour to chat about the Ballon d'Or awards, sharing our takes on the winners and surprises.

Teacher Nick makes a brief but memorable appearance, dealing with some rowdy teens on the bus. Meanwhile, Daniel updates us on his school’s sports team and their journey towards greatness.

And of course, we wrap things up with our signature terrible dad jokes. Tune in for language fails, sports chatter, and plenty of laughs!

In this episode, Nick shares some of his latest random observations, including the joys (and horrors) of overhearing coworkers who just don’t know when to stop oversharing.

Daniel’s got a bone to pick with Shenzhen, airing out his latest gripe about the city. Plus, he takes us through his recent hospital visit, where his size managed to leave the nurses a bit stressed out.

And, as always, we’ve got our signature dad jokes to keep you laughing along the way

In Episode 33, we take a detour down a random (but hilarious) rabbit hole about generational categories. Are we Millennials? Gen Z? Or something in between? We’re not sure, but we’ve got plenty of opinions.

We also recap Nick’s latest adventures in the UK, focusing on his time in London with his dad. From sightseeing to bonding moments, there's a lot to unpack.

Then, in our sports section, we dive into the ongoing beatdown Daniel is facing—tune in to hear all about the scoreboard drama. And, of course, we give you updates on our expat lives and share what’s happening day-to-day.

As always, we wrap things up with our signature dad jokes to keep the laughs rolling.

Welcome to Episode 32 of "Big Belly 'Pats," where Nick's adventures continue—this time from Lanzarote in the Canary Islands! Get ready for part two of his travel saga, as he vents and reports his findings from the trip.

For our YouTube viewers, don’t mind our rough appearances—traveling takes a toll! We kick things off with a quick sports chat, diving into fantasy football updates and seeing where our teams stand.

As for the vacation? Let’s just say Nick did *not* enjoy battling the notorious resort lounger hoarders. From "walking up" to save spots to the chaos of relaxation gone wrong, Nick’s got plenty to share.

And as always, we sprinkle in our signature dad jokes to keep the mood light!

Its been awhile but WE BACK BABAY!

In Episode 31 of "Big Belly 'Pats," it's all about Nick’s trip to Paris during the Olympics. He dives into the wild experiences he had, from the chaos of the games to the unexpected bursts of national pride (which, let’s be honest, only happens during the Olympics).

A quick heads-up: Nick tried out a new mic, and it sounds... not great. So, apologies in advance—won’t happen again!

This episode is 99% Nick talking (and talking), but hey, that’s what expats do! We ramble. And don’t worry, we’ve got our signature dad jokes in there too. Tune in for Nick's Olympic adventure and plenty of laughs!