🎙️ EP 318: Sleep Apnea at 35,000 Feet, Public Speakerphones & Muay Thai Man Buns

This week’s episode of Happy Hour with Jay is equal parts disaster, comedy, and brutal honesty. Buckle up—because we’re starting in the sky and ending in the gym.

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✈️ Disaster at 35,000 Feet
Imagine being stuck next to a 6’5”, 400-pound, bald dude with a monster beard and gauged ear holes… who then proceeds to… well, you’ll hear it.

📱 Public Speakerphone Psychopaths
Seriously—why are people still doing this? Stop. Just stop.

💤 Mile-High Sleep Apnea Showdown
I listened to a man fight death for an hour and a half on a flight. Spoiler: noise-canceling headphones weren’t enough.

🥊 Gym Chronicles
Spotted: Jean-Claude Van Dammit cosplayer in full Muay Thai get-up—aviators, man bun, tight tank…

🤖 AI Takeover Incoming
People are mad about AI, but honestly—have you driven on the freeway lately? Have you had a conversation with a human in public? Yeah… let the robots take the wheel.

😂 Jay’s Take:

From airborne disasters to gym clowns to why AI might actually be the upgrade humanity needs—this one’s a ride.

🎧 Grab your headphones, pour something cold, and let’s get into it.

🎙️ EP 317: Dadbod Veteran, Gen‑X Truths & Having The Time Of Your Life (Saying YES to Everything)

Jay’s usually flying solo… but this week we let Jon Wellington—aka The Dadbod Veteran—take the mic. If you’ve ever wondered what Gen‑X satire, Navy veteran stories, and Check Your Feelings podcasts look like in one person, meet your match.

👤 Meet the Guest: Jon Wellington

• U.S. Navy veteran turned viral Gen‑X storyteller.
• Creator of the Dadbod Veteran brand with over 5 million followers.
• Hosts Check Your Feelings with his sister and interviews creators on Coffee & Creators.
• A proud Charleston, SC guy who loves veterans causes, DIY life hacks, and nostalgia for “the times before.”

💥 What We Ranted About:

🧷 Why Host the name “The Dadbod Veteran” stuck—even before you hit 40.

📱 Gen‑X vs TikTok: That viral pizza delivery before GPS clip that put him on the map.

🧬 Veterans & Entrepreneurship: How he transitioned from military tech to becoming DBV Enterprises.
💤 The Power of Stories: Why Jon turned decades of personal memory into content that connects—and why we glorify weird duck calls more than wisdom.

🏁 Gen‑X Nostalgia vs Millennial TikTok: We traded avocado toast for VHS tape—and Jay’s asking: what’s wrong with us?

😂 Jay’s Take:

Interviewing Jon felt like finding my long-lost sardonic brother. He has that salty, sarcastic wisdom with a veteran’s backbone and a dad’s soft side—perfect for swiping the social media nonsense away.

👏 Shoutout of the Week:

Major applause to Jon Wellington~for keeping Gen‑X genuine, real funny, and unapologetically weird.

Don’t forget to check out the man himself at:
→ www.thedadbodveteran.com 

🎧 Tap in for a deep dive into the mind behind the viral memes, the Navy-grade discipline, and the dad jokes that actually land.
You’ll laugh, you’ll relate—and you might even binge his TikToks tonight.

Play episode 317 now—and maybe call your own dad to say thanks.

🎙️ EP 316: Vodka in Your Celsius, Dry Weddings & "Are You Ryan Reynolds?"

Welcome to another round of Happy Hour with Jay — where the takes are hot, the drinks are cold, and the wedding invites better come with an open bar.

🎬 Celebrity Sighting of the Week:The cashier at the Cosmopolitan legit thought I was Ryan Reynolds and got flustered. I was just there for a More Energy drink and some peace, but apparently Deadpool lives rent-free in Vegas.

💍 Dry Weddings & Cash Bar Catastrophes:
Would you attend a wedding without booze? I wouldn’t.
Open bar or I’m RSVPing “HELL NO.”
And now Gen Z is doing cash bars? This is why aliens won’t visit us.

🌊 The Scream Club:
Yes, this is real. People in Chicago are now screaming into Lake Michigan every Sunday night. This is where we’re at as a society — unhinged, damp, and vocal.

👖 Sydney Sweeney vs. Internet Idiots:The American Eagle ad with Sydney somehow got compared to… Nazis. I don’t even have a joke for that. Just stop. Touch grass.

🥤 Celsius Vodka Recall — Accidental Marketing Genius:
Some cans of Celsius were recalled because they were surprisingly spiked with High Noon vodka.
I promise you — sales have never been better.
This was either a recall or the greatest PR stunt in beverage history.

🎸 Coldplay Creeps:
Friendly reminder: don’t cheat on your spouse.

🪦 Legends We've Lost:
Ozzy, Hulk Hogan, and Ryne Sandberg.

💬 Final Word:

If screaming into lakes, sipping accidental vodka, or canceling open bars sounds like a solution ~ you’re doing life wrong.
Grab some Buzzed Buddy, pour something worth drinking, and let’s raise a glass to keeping it weird in all the best ways.

🎧 Tune in. Laugh loud. Drink smart.

🎙️ EP 315: Hostage Tape, Joe Rogan Shoutouts & WTF Amazon?!

This week, we are switching it up.

No solo rant. No Jared nonsense.
Just a rare (and actually awesome) interview with a guy who turned tape into a sleep revolution.

Meet Alex Neist — former pro quarterback turned founder of Hostage Tape, the mouth tape taking over your TikTok, your sleep routine, and apparently, Joe Rogan’s nightstand.

• The wild story behind the name Hostage Tape (it’s exactly what you think... and not at all).

• Why Amazon banned them—and what that says about winning big and breaking rules.

• The real benefits of mouth taping (better sleep, better health, maybe even saving your marriage).

• Why top ENT doctors are now recommending Hostage Tape instead of surgery.

• Getting the Joe Rogan stamp of approval (and how UFC fighters are in on it).

• Alex’s journey from divorce and burnout to reconciliation, reinvention, and running one of the hottest brands in wellness right now.

This convo hits different. It’s fun, smart, real—and yes, it’ll probably make you tape your mouth shut tonight. (On purpose.)

Check out the tape at: www.hostagetape.com

And shoutout to Alex Neist for being a killer guest with a killer story.

🎧 Tune in now. Your sleep (and possibly your marriage) depends on it.

🎙️ EP 315: Hostage Tape, Sleep Hacks & Why Amazon Hates This Guy💥 What We Got Into:🔥 Jay’s Take:

🎙️ EP 314: Tennis Champs, Toxic Massages & the Return of Mel the Menace

New motto, new chaos, same unfiltered truth.
This episode is a full-body experience—like a massage that should’ve relaxed you but instead left you questioning everything about life and bathroom etiquette.
From Jared being a certified lunatic (again), to the gym being church, to why America’s mad at a 66-year-old man for liking hot women… let’s talk about it all.

💭 Jay’s New Motto:

"With a positive attitude and plenty of money, you can solve all your problems."
Is it deep? No.
Is it true? Absolutely.
Say it out loud. Now say it with your chest.

💩 Jared Update: Butthole of the Week

Sends me his “five-step process” for how he processes my answers to his own stupid questions. This is serial killer behavior.

Won a local tennis tournament and is now walking around like he’s sponsored by Nike.

BREAKING NEWS: He’s engaged. I can’t believe she said yes. But if this means I get fewer texts… God bless that woman.

🧴 Buzzed Buddy Update:

Fourth of July Sale: 20% OFF + Free Samples
Your liver’s best friend is throwing a party and you’re invited.
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💆‍♂️ Massage Horror Story:

100-minute massage. Thought I was treating myself.
Halfway through? Nature calls, chaos ensues.
I hate massages. I should’ve known better.

🎩 Butler Service = Life Upgrade

Is it bougie? Yes.
Do I care? Absolutely not.
Having someone fold your laundry while you sip espresso in a robe changes your entire outlook on life. 10/10. No notes.

🫣 What Are We Doing Out Here?!

Diddy out here being Diddy, and the receipts are nasty.
Hollywood is just Florida with a bigger budget. That’s all I’ll say.

🌹 The Golden Bachelor Debacle:

Look—I’ve been a Bachelor fan since day one, but this new Golden Bachelor guy, Mel Owens, is getting lit up just for saying he likes women with a certain look.
He’s 66, not dead. And if being honest is now cancelable, we’re all in trouble.

🏋️‍♂️ Why I Still Love the Gym:

I looked around mid-cardio and saw every walk of life—young, old, jacked, struggling, hopeful.
And I thought: THIS is the place.
Different people, one goal: get better.
If that doesn’t fire you up, check your pulse.

🍽️ Nutrition/Fitness Tip of the Week:

Magnesium spray on your feet before bed.
Sleep hits different when your nervous system chills the hell out.

🔥 Message of the Week:

Sit at the table of the dreamers, the go-getters, the star gazers, the warriors, the change makers. The conversation hits different. If you’re tired of small talk and fake vibes, maybe it’s time to change your damn table.

🎧 Press play now. Laugh, nod, cringe (at Jared), and maybe even re-evaluate your opinion on butler service.
This is Happy Hour… the Jay way.

🎙️ Episode 313: Bigfoot, Backstabbers & the Shoulder Press Circus Act

If you’ve ever helped someone just to have them turn around and villainize you like you're the season finale of a Netflix docuseries… congrats, you’re doing life right.
This episode hits on the wild world we’re living in—where gym bros are doing parkour, yetis are more trustworthy than humans, and the kindest thing you can do is just not be a jackass.

💥 Life Lesson of the Week:

“Right now, someone you’ve helped is telling people you’re a bad person.”
Ouch.
Here’s the deal: I’ve never been criticized by someone doing more in life than I am. Not once. Haters ain’t high performers. So next time someone throws dirt on your name, remember… you were just the villain in their drama-filled bedtime story.
Let ‘em talk. You’ve got sh*t to do.

🏆 Feel-Good Shoutouts of the Week:

#1: Murray State Baseball – From Mowing Grass to Omaha

• Tiny school. Underdog story.

• Coach Dan Skirka makes $68K, mows the lawn, and just led his team to the freakin’ College World Series.

• Hollywood couldn’t write a better script. Somebody option this story now.

#2: The Irsay Sisters Take the Helm in Indy

• After Jim Irsay’s passing, his daughters Carlie, Kalen, and Casey are stepping up to run the Colts.

• They were raised in this game, they know the turf, and Jay’s here for it.

• Let’s go ladies. New era. New energy. Let’s ride.

🤡 Gym Shenanigans:

Cirque du So-Bro
There’s always that guy—today he turned a shoulder press machine into a damn balance beam.
Between the clanking weights, the swinging legs, and the unnecessary grunting, it was either a workout or a live audition for American Ninja Warrior: Midlife Crisis Edition.

🧠 Jay’s New Guilty Obsession:

Bigfoot & Yeti Videos
Yeah, I said it. I’m hooked. I’m 30 feet deep in the algorithm and trusting those hilarious forest beasts more than the average dude with a podcast mic and a crypto scheme.
And if the Yeti runs for office in 2028, I might vote for him. No lie.

📺 What We’re Watching:

“The Four Seasons” with Steve Carell
Starts chill, ends wild. It’s like going to brunch and accidentally joining a cult. You think you know where it’s going—and then BAM, you’re emotionally wrecked by dessert.

🧘‍♂️ Message of the Week:

Kindness is the new rebellion.
The world’s on fire, politics are a mess, people are fighting with grocery carts online…

So be the calm in the chaos.

Hold a door. Say thank you. Tip heavy. Smile at someone.
None of this is complicated. Just don’t be a douchebag. That’s the rule.

🎧 Hit play and prepare to laugh, cringe, and feel slightly guilty about your own gym behavior.
This one’s got it all: truth bombs, baseball dreams, flying gym bros, and a few gentle jabs at humanity’s weirdest moments.

🔥 You know what to do.

Episode 312: Karen Got Kicked Out, I Got a Forehead Knot, and Jared Finally Shut Up

You read that right. This episode is loaded with justice, head injuries, wild Vegas nights, and one assistant who deserves a standing ovation. Buckle up—it’s pure chaos in the best way.

💥 Dumbass of the Week: UPDATE EDITION

Remember last week’s Karen? The one who verbally assaulted an 18-year-old at Planet Fitness because they asked to take her photo for her membership?


Well… Planet Fitness revoked her membership nationwide. She lied about it, but it’s 2025—everything is on camera.
Moral of the story: If you’re gonna act a fool, don’t do it in 4K.
SEE YA, KAREN!

🙌 Shoutout of the Week:

This one’s for Marissa, Jay’s assistant and all-around savage. Her work ethic, loyalty, and “get-it-done” attitude make the Happy Hour world go ‘round. We see you, we appreciate you, and we don’t take it lightly. (Except for the jokes. Those stay heavy.)

🔕 Jared Update:

After 10 years of nonsense… Jay finally figured out how to silence Jared.
Be nice.
That’s it. That’s the hack. And apparently, it works. Jared even sent a text about last week’s episode. We’re officially in uncharted territory.

🎲 Vegas Stories:

• Story #1: The perfect way to handle a drunk guy in Vegas… until it wasn’t.

• Story #2: PSA: Turn on the light when you get up to pee. Jay didn’t. Now he’s rocking a knot on his forehead the size of a golf ball.

🤯 WTF Moments of the Week:

• A homeless man with a 10-foot horse trough marching through the park like it’s a parade. His lady followed behind pushing two carts filled with water bins. What is happening?!

• The way people dress to get on planes now… it’s like Spirit Airlines is hosting a pajama rave. No shame, just confusion.

🧼 A Word From Our Sponsor:

Buzzed Buddy: Because you can party like it’s Vegas, and still wake up like it’s brunch with Grandma.
Liver, brain, and next-day plans: protected.

👴 I’m Getting Old:

• Graduations for everything: Preschool? Kindergarten? Walking into Target without a meltdown? When did this become a thing?

• Group Texts: The modern form of psychological warfare. If you're in one, blink twice for help.

💡 Closing Thought of the Week:

“Be happy. You don’t need a reason, just a decision.”

🎧 Tune in now for laughs, chaos, and the life lessons no one else will teach you.

Episode 311: Vaping at the Gym, Crazy Karens & Dumpster Fire Detox

This week, Jay’s calling out chaos, celebrating legends, and laying down some truth bombs you didn’t know you needed. If you’ve ever wanted to fight someone over a shopping cart or scream into the void about people being late—this one’s for you.

🧨 Dumbass of the Week:

• A full-grown adult “Karen” loses it on an 18-year-old front desk staffer—all because they asked for a photo to complete her membership. The tantrum ended with her calling the teen a bitch. Stay classy, Karen.

🙌 Shoutouts of the Week:

• Bob turns 80 and is still crushing life and workouts—Jay’s been training him for 15 years. LEGEND.

• Arlene, thanks for the drinks! You’re what happy hour is all about. 💃

🔁 Jared Update:

• Restraining order? Denied.

• The real question of the week: Chipotle or Panda Express? (Hint: either way, you’ll need a bathroom strategy.)

🚨 Call Out of the Week:

• School zone speeders and maniac drivers—we see you, and we’re putting you in The Box. Drive like someone’s kid lives here. Because they do.

💪 Stuff I See at the Gym:

• Someone vaping inside the gym. Another person hotboxing their car at the red light. Make it make sense.

🛑 A Word From Our Sponsor:

• Buzzed Buddy: Helping you drink smarter, not harder. Protect your liver, brain, and tomorrow’s plans.

🧍‍♂️ Humans In The Wild:

• Utah’s soda addiction is REAL. Like drive-thru soda shops… everywhere.

• A tire literally breaks off a car in the grocery store parking lot.

• Couple on date night at dinner… watching YouTube on their phone the entire time. Romance is not dead—it’s just buffering.

📱 Social Media Shenanigans:

• Local Internet Drama: Two guys from Jay’s area going full keyboard warrior on Facebook.

• Cart Narc is back with another viral “PUT YOUR CART BACK” confrontation. People are WILD.

🧯 Closing Thought of the Week:

“I know I say this all the time… but in a world of pure dumpster fire dumbassery, be the fire extinguisher.”

Episode 310: Escorts In Aruba, BBL Confusion & Cold Plunge Chaos

This week’s episode of Happy Hour With Jay is packed with wild humans, spa mishaps, and just the right amount of unsolicited life advice. Jay’s got stories you’ll laugh at, cringe through, and probably replay for your friends.
📣 Shoutout to One Leg Kevin ~ Thanks For Being A Good Human

🔥 Meme of the Week:

• “Stop worrying if people like you… they don’t.”
• Back-Up Meme: “When you’re dead, you don’t know you're dead. The pain is only felt by others. The same thing happens when you’re stupid.” 💀

🚨 Happening Now:

• Jared’s on the pot (literally) and his stolen credit card hired an escort in Aruba. Capital One was… concerned.
• A SoCal Silver Fox gets tattooed, tokes too hard, and forgets how gas caps work. Jay to the rescue.
• Jay learns what a BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) is—cue shock, confusion, and concern for humanity.
• The Golden Girls are out here vamping, crushing espresso martinis, and offering hits to strangers. Age is just a number.
• Waymo vs. Humans: A Scottsdale psycho Lyft ride helps Jay understand why robot cars might just be winning.

💪 Gym Tales:

• Sweet lady shows up smelling like a gallon of BenGay and crushes her treadmill workout. Respect.

🧖‍♂️ Spa Chronicles:

• Cold Plunge Chaos: A father-son duo turns the spa into a Disneyland ride.
• Soundtrack from Hell: From calm zen vibes to Dumb and Dumber screeching. You had to be there.
• No Nudity Allowed: Cold Plunge Fruit Salad. Enough said. (And thank goodness for rules.)

❌ Things I Won’t Do:

• Jay still refuses to grab the first can or box off the shelf. Yes, he’s that guy.

🥂 Buzzed Buddy Update:

• That Mother’s Day email? Fire. If you're not on the list, fix that.

🐥 Feel-Good Story of the Week:

• Jackpot the Duck ~ We all need a little help! 

Episode 309: Barking Dogs, Book Reports & Belichick's Wild Love Life

This week on Happy Hour with Jay, we’re back with another uncensored, hilarious, and brutally honest rundown of what’s happening in the world—from the dog park to credit card fraud to Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising relationship. Buckle up.

Here's what we're getting into:

🎭 Meme of the Week:
“Don't put your drama on social media and then tell us to mind our business. Listen, I’m on Season 2, Episode 3 of your nonsense.”
You already know Jay has thoughts… and he’s watching.

💬 Listener Shoutout:
Jared comes in hot with a full-on book report about the podcast—likes, dislikes, analysis. Jay’s got to respond, because that level of feedback deserves a moment.

🐶 Dog Park Wisdom:
20 tiny dogs losing their minds. One big dog, chill and unbothered. Welcome to Earth in 2025. Jay breaks down why the loudest barkers rarely matter—and how you can be the calm, collected dog.

💳 Credit Card Chaos:
Top Golf. The NFL Courage Awards. Maryland. Fraud. Jay shares a personal tale that will make you think twice about how secure your info really is. (Spoiler: it’s not.)

🏈 Inside the NFL Awards:
From karaoke night with NFL punters to Cedric Benson stories and kicker kindness, Jay pulls back the curtain on what really goes down at the Ed Block Courage Awards weekend.

😳 Things That Make You Go “HUH?”
Bill Belichick, 73. Jordan Hudson, 24. A CBS interview. Uncomfortable levels of “ick.” Jay doesn’t hold back.

💪 Gym Tales You Can’t Unsee:
Dudes on the phone while at the urinal—make it make sense. One hand holding the phone, the other… well, occupied.

📲 Social Media Shenanigans:
If you’ve posted “Facebook does NOT have my permission…” Jay has a message for you: stop. Just stop. You’ve officially lost the plot.

🤚 Things Jay Refuses to Do:
Eat with his hands. He knows it’s weird. He owns it.

🍸 Buzzed Buddy Update:
We’ve officially partnered with Girl About Town! The movement to drink smarter and live better is growing—and this collab is one for the books.

📣 Call Out of the Week:
Generation Z, consider this your notice. Jay’s got a few words about the 13- to 28-year-old crew.

🧠 Final Message:
Stop wasting time worrying what people think of you. They aren’t. Everyone’s just trying to survive their own mess. And those that are thinking about you? That’s none of your business.