Hot Dad Radio - Episode 3

Episode Title: Hot Dads Reunite: Return to Glory

Release Date: 2/26/2025

Hosts: Josh, Derek, Ryan

Episode Summary:The boys are back! Episode 4 marks the long-awaited reunion of the Hot Dad trio, bringing their signature blend of chaotic comedy, unfiltered takes, and dad-level wisdom. From political wrestling to Pete Davidson's career glow-up, plus a deep dive into Fairfax nostalgia and new music picks, this episode has it all.

Key Topics:

Opening Banter:

Catch-up session between Josh, Derek, and RyanDads lamenting the state of their joints and digestion

Current Events Corner:

Political discourse devolving into WWE metaphors

The boys dissect the evolution of Republican optics and the Kanye West playbook

Confessions & Cringe:

Josh reveals his stint as a registered Republican (for work reasons... allegedly).

How everything is just marketing (including politics)

Hollywood & Pop Culture:

Kill Tony: Can you still watch it and not feel gross?

Pete Davidson: From tattooed punchline to leading man?

The boys place bets on the box office performance of Riff Raff, starring Jennifer Coolidge, Bill Murray, Pete Davidson & Gabrielle Union

Fairfax Nostalgia:

All the iconic Fairfax stores are closing—what's replacing them?The rise and fall of streetwear culture

Music Picks (Derek's Rapid Fire 60 Seconds):

Youth Lagoon - Rarely do I Dream

Baths - New Album (delayed release)

Doves - New Music

Saya Gray - Alt-rock & R&B fusion worth checking out

Lady Gaga - New drop (but no instant playlist bangers… yet)

Favorite Quotes:

"Everything is wrestling now."

"You can't discount the gays when it comes to Jennifer Coolidge."

"We have 3 minutes left—let's talk about Riff Raff."

Plugs & Follow:

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