In this episode of 2 Dads Gen X Edition, Dawson and James dive into “Halloween Then vs Now: Growing Up Gen X vs Parenting Today,” a hilarious and heartfelt look at how the spooky season has changed from our Gen X childhoods to the modern-day chaos of parenting. From homemade costumes, unsupervised trick-or-treating, and haunted houses that actually terrified us—to today’s trunk-or-treats, sugar limits, and social media costumes—we share the funny, scary, and surprisingly emotional moments that define Halloween across generations. Join us for real talk, laughter, and nostalgia as two Gen X dads explore fatherhood, divorce, dating, and the humor that keeps us all sane. Perfect for parents, single dads, and anyone who misses when Halloween was truly scary (and simpler).

00:00 - Introduction

01:30 - Halloween as kids, pillowcases to late nights shenanigans.

18:01 - What did we do with our kids

20:31 - Costumes as a kid vs now

30:13 - hording candy

37:52 - Halloween now

40:19 - Conclusion