Shrinkage

Shrinkage

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Shrinkage episodes

  • SHRINKAGE: Episode 18 DRINKAGE FT MIKEY CRASHOUT (August 26th, 2026)

    n this episode Mikey lets out all of his frustrations during his grind my gears segment at the beginning of the show while the other crew members are at camp followed by the boys first attempt at Drinkage (which is basically Shrinkage but we are drinking. The boys take your voicemails and give advice/share their own personal stories about life. tune in and enjoy a short but sweet episode of shrinkage. tune in next week when the whole squad is back together!

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    Doitche: @ronnydoitche
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    Got a toxic situation or a delusionally confident take? Leave us a voicemail or call in next time at 773-234-7973 or DM us on any platform.
    #ShrinkagePodcast #shorts #barstoolsports #therapy #comedy

    1 hr 2 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #17 Peeling The Layers with Kate (August 19th, 2026)

    In this Episode the boys recap their eventful weekend which includes a chain reaction of vomit, Two eventful appearances by rival chuggers and hectic mania followed by an hour long interview with Kate. Kate is great, she opened up and wore her heart on a sleeve as she told us the series of unfortunate events that ultimately led her to where she is today. From the ups and downs in college, to serving as a Marine in the military to landing a dream job at Comedy Central to Stand up comedy to personal relationship drama/trauma that ultimately shows her stoic personality and developed who she is today. Today Kate can be looked at as an inspiration to people who think their life is at a dead end and cant find a way out besides doing it her way and climbing her way out of her own sabotaged shit.

    Voicemails were great this week! we cant wait to hear more next week please give us a call and leave a message after the beep.
    please like comment and subscribe thank you!

    1 hr 55 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #16 INTERN CHALLENGE (August 12th, 2026)

    We are BACK! Danny Doitche & Bets are back and this week they are channelling their inner DR. Buddy Rydell and analyzing the interns to see who wins their spot for the rest of the show. Contestants consist of 6 interns, Mia, Ana, Sydney, Devin, Braun and Rossman. We dive into the inner mind of the interns and see who has the best chance of surviving the brains of Bets Danny and Doitche Voicemails in the back half of the show, tune in!

    🔗 FOLLOW THE SHOW
    PLEASE Like the latest episode and Subscribe to Shrinkage
    Instagram: @ShrinkageBarstool
    TikTok: @ShrinkageBarstool
    X: @Shrinkagebss
    Danny: @DannyjConrad
    Mikey: @RealMikeyBets
    Doitche: @ronnydoitche
    📞 WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW?
    Got a toxic situation or a delusionally confident take? Leave us a voicemail or call in next time at 773-234-7973 or DM us on any platform.
    #ShrinkagePodcast #LiveCalls #barstoolsports #therapy #comedy

    1 hr 48 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #15 NICK TURANI (August 5th, 2026)

    The "Struggling Artist" Era: Nick shares stories from his time as an Ohio State web designer—living above a Panda Express without home internet, using hotel Wi-Fi to stream TV shows, and tracking his workday with minute-by-minute tally marks on Post-it notes just to pass the time.

    The 48-Hour MegaBus Grind: How Nick applied to over 1,000 jobs in NYC, fake-using a friend's address and taking overnight 48-hour MegaBus trips from Columbus to interview for graphic design roles at Fox Sports, the NY Mets, and eventually Barstool Sports.
    First Days & "Oddball" Roommates: Taking a $5,000 pay cut to join Barstool, dealing with a bizarre acquaintance who sent 12 long-stem roses and chocolates to his desk on his second day, and getting caught in the initial COVID-19 office lockdown after only a month on the job.
    Accidental Content & The Yak: Moving from behind-the-scenes graphics to full-time on-camera talent as the official "7th chair" on The Yak, teaming up with KB during quarantine to create fake podcast clips for ANUS, and navigating the transition into full creative freedom.
    The Realities of Digital Media: The crew opens up about the harsh side of going viral, dealing with internet criticism, imposter syndrome, Dave Portnoy's early advice, and the intense pressure of trying to follow up a hit video (comparing it to having to give a speech right after MLK's "I Have a Dream").
    VOICEMAILS: Some of the best voicemails we have had.
    We learn a traumatic masturbating story, Mikey's parents never taught him how to wipe, and everyone oddly has a different description of what cheating is.
    00:00 – Intro & Show Disclaimers
    02:00 – Early Career Fear: Avoiding the 9-to-5 Office Grind
    05:00 – Pre-Barstool Misery: Post-it Tally Marks & High School Basement Days
    12:00 – High School Troubles, College Life, and Fantasy Football Knowledge
    18:00 – Living Above Panda Express: Nick’s "Struggling Artist" Era in Ohio
    24:00 – Chasing Viral Tweets: Whiteboards, Dopamine Rushes, and Flops
    35:00 – The 48-Hour MegaBus Grind: Lying About NYC Addresses & Interviewing
    41:00 – Choosing Barstool Sports Over Fox Sports (and Taking a Pay Cut)
    45:00 – Day One Chaos: The Bizarre Roommate & Desktop Roses
    51:00 – From Graphic Designer to 7th Chair on The Yak
    56:00 – COVID-19 Lockdown: Making Fake ANUS Clips from West Virginia
    1:02:00 – Going Viral for the Wrong Reasons & Being the Internet's "Main Character"
    1:15:00 – Navigating Unstructured Freedom & Creative Anxiety
    1:22:00 – Rediscovering America & The Pressure of Following Up a Hit Video
    1:29:00 – Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts
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    1 hr 50 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #14 Traveling & Therapy ft. Wonton Don

    In this episode, the crew is joined by Barstool’s own Wonton Don (Donnie Does)! From wild travel stories in China and Tajikistan to launching 'Drop A Pin' with Chaps, Donnie breaks down his journey through content creation. Plus, the guys answer your voicemails covering everything from budget African safaris and cold feet before marriage to dating app "fatfishing" and wild travel encounters across Europe.

    #Barstoolsports #shorts #comedy #Podcast #Travel
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    ### ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS
    00:00:00 - Introduction & Wonton Don joins the studio
    00:02:15 - Donnie’s early travel stories & moving to China
    00:05:40 - The origin of "The Wonton Don" persona
    00:08:30 - Adjusting to culture shock in Shanghai & nightlife content
    00:12:10 - Navigating Chinese social media & content creation rules
    00:15:45 - High-stakes moments filming abroad & avoiding trouble
    00:19:20 - Wild food experiences: Eating exotic delicacies across Asia
    00:23:05 - Filming in dragon suits & viral stunts in Shanghai
    00:26:40 - Filming in North Korea & strict government handlers
    00:31:12 - Early YouTube days & the struggles of monetizing viral fame
    00:32:18 - Throwback viral internet icons (Alex from Target, Chocolate Rain)
    00:34:08 - Early viral success: Kevin Garnett in China & undercover videos
    00:36:09 - Returning to the US & applying for Barstool Idol
    00:37:57 - Pitching Dave Portnoy on moving back to China for Barstool
    00:38:33 - Meeting his wife in Shanghai & her Clemson connection
    00:40:18 - Launching the "Drop A Pin" travel podcast with Chaps
    00:43:48 - Self-producing content & setting the production standard
    00:45:39 - Dream "White Whale" podcast guests (Action Bronson, Rick Steves)
    00:48:31 - Travel show inspirations ("An Idiot Abroad" & Karl Pilkington)
    00:49:49 - Teaching in China & dealing with "Little Emperor" syndrome
    00:52:22 - Shanghai Airbnb nightmare: Dealing with a spoiled guest
    00:54:20 - Voicemail: Cold feet & pre-marriage anxiety
    01:00:34 - Post-college expectations & hilarious medical stories
    01:01:10 - Voicemail: Planning an African safari on a budget
    01:02:14 - Cheap safari strategies, local guides & Botswana campsite stories
    01:03:30 - Top safari spots: Okavango Delta, Chobe, and Kruger
    01:05:22 - Safari safety & the viral China tiger park incident
    01:07:06 - Voicemail: Getting started in content creation without gear
    01:08:06 - Content advice: Phone-only setups, consistency & staying focused
    01:09:29 - Tahoe golf trip & getting "little buddied" by Zach LaVine
    01:10:57 - The etiquette of nicknames: "Buddy" vs. "Little Buddy"
    01:12:15 - Voicemail: Getting "fatfished" on dating apps
    01:13:50 - Dating app dynamics, Facetune & old photos
    01:15:58 - Crazy college story: Dropping out after a car encounter
    01:18:07 - Is a college degree necessary? Resumes & fake Harvard degrees
    01:20:34 - Voicemail: Summer fling catching feelings & using pet names
    01:21:58 - Fear of intimacy & setting boundaries early
    01:24:25 - Voicemail: Forgetting what a drunk hookup looks like
    01:25:38 - Social media detective work: Finding dates on Facebook & TikTok
    01:27:29 - Cutting back on blacking out & parenting/travel balance
    01:28:09 - Solo travel while married & relationship resets
    01:30:00 - Traveling with toddlers to Europe & getting scammed in Italy
    01:33:28 - Voicemail: Getting ghosted by a high school crush
    01:35:52 - Deciphering the dating "roster/bullpen"
    01:36:23 - Voicemail: European coincidences & late-night "come over" texts
    01:38:35 - Voicemail: Hidden escorts at a Dominican Republic resort
    01:40:53 - Creative dating moves: Manufacturing fake events to visit crushes
    01:44:11 - Awkward influencer story: DMing about a family photo
    01:46:22 - Voicemail: "Moist Turtle" calls in & monthly crew challenges
    01:47:33 - Voicemail: "Captain Bugman" & the realistic dynamics of threesomes
    01:52:18 - Global plumbing realities: Toilet paper etiquette around the world
    01:56:39 - Post-show wrap-up: Grading host performances & set feedback
    01:59:44 - Sign-off & Next Week’s Prompt: Things you realized you were doing wrong your whole life
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    2 hr 2 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Chicago Rapper Bails on us

    Danny Mikey and Doitche are back again after a certain rapper ditched the show.

    Mikey expresses his disdain for certain voicemails and lashes out
    Doitche recaps his time with his father
    Danny Mikey and Doitche discuss the subathon date as well as a potential meet and greet in Wrigley
    Make sure to like and subscribe!

    1 hr 16 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #11 (July 8th, 2026)

    Mikey Danny and Doitche are back together as they take calls from people in need of advice. The show starts off chaotic because Mikey forgot to record the first 10 minutes but they managed to successfully make their way into a smooth show. WARNING: Lots of poop talk. Make sure to give us a follow on TIKTOK YOUTUBE and INSTAGRAM @SHRINKAGEBARSTOOL and you can also find us on twitter at @shrinkagebss

    1 hr 27 min
  • SHRINKAGE: Episode #10 COUPLES NIGHT II (July 1st, 2026)

    Jackie and Mrs. Bets join the show to take calls from listeners around the country and much much more. tune in to learn more insight from Janny and The Bets

    REMINDER! IF YOU CALLED IN AND DIDNT HEAR YOUR VOICEMAIL, WE WILL GET TO IT NEXT WEEK! Lots of calls this week we appreciate you guys! please like and subscribe!

    1 hr 33 min
  • SHRINKAGE: EPISODE #9: FIRST DATE HORROR STORIES/ WEIRDEST KINKS (June 24th, 2026)

    Mikey Danny and Doitche are back at it again taking calls and causing chaos.

    Today's episode has the type of calls that lead us into so many Segways and stories we didn't know about each other. Welcome back to Shrinkage! We officially made it to Episode 9! Remember, this show is for entertainment purposes only and is absolutely not a replacement for therapy, medical advice, or professional help. In this episode, the guys dive into the brutal realities of the "Ozempic depression" and how losing the joy of late-night fridge raids can take a serious toll on your mood. Deutsch also breaks down his wild, terrifying, and ultimately heartbreaking stormchasing trip with White Sox Dave. From dealing with a dead car battery to getting way too close to a tornado and encountering injured farm animals, it was a day none of them will ever forget. Plus, we react to listener voicemails, including a first date horror story about an ambitious murder mystery party that went south when it was discovered the date couldn't read, and a friend looking for advice on why their dates always seem to crash and burn by the third meeting. Should we shame people for coming to work sick post-COVID? Is silence on a date actually a good thing? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

    1 hr 37 min

About Shrinkage

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Welcome to Shrinkage, where we’re resurrecting the nostalgic soul of call-in radio for the streaming era. As we listen to your calls, we balance tough love with genuine empathy to tackle everything from petty traffic rants to profound life crises.