Best Denim Boots Podcasts (2024)

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EP45: Shell Cordovan, Dublin, Essex, Pit Tanning, Tree Barks 1:06:40

4d ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Nick and Phil explore the similarities and differences of Shell Cordovan and Horween’s Essex leather. Both leathers are tanned using the same blend of tree barks. Horween’s Essex leather can also be finished into other products including Horween’s Dublin and Derby. https://www.ashlandleather.com/ https://www.horween.com/ https://linktr.ee/fullgrain…

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Ep 35: Engineer Boots Discussion 1:25:53

5d ago1:25:53

1:25:53

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 35th episode of The Sons of Selvedge Podcast, where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. In this episode David, Illya and Andy talk current interests, then have a discussion about Engineer Boots!Please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, …

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EP44: NBA Basketball Leather - Leather vs. Plastic 46:04

16d ago46:04

46:04

Nick explains why leather is the choice material for professional NBA basketball and NFL football players. Phil and Nick discuss material options and compare leather and plastic choices. https://www.ashlandleather.com/ https://www.horween.com/ https://linktr.ee/fullgrainpodcast Get a wallet that is made for patina and is guaranteed for life. Ashlan…

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EP43: 1940s Timber Tanned Calf Leather 58:36

1M ago58:36

58:36

First tanned in 1940, Timber Tanned Calf is a legacy leather that is as storied as it is beautiful. The formula was lost. Despite the tannery’s best attempts they have not been able to reproduce it. https://www.ashlandleather.com/ https://www.horween.com/ https://linktr.ee/fullgrainpodcast Watch it on YouTube https://youtu.be/OM7_YR03sCo Get a wall…

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4.5 Live From DC! 26:43

2M ago26:43

26:43

We bring on Shaking Boots to record a live* episode...and we play a completely fair and objective game. *okay, not live, but all in the same room recordingBy Lono

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Ep.34: Jake & Alee (AlmostVintageStyle & VintageFeatherr) 1:43:34

2M ago1:43:34

1:43:34

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 34th episode of The Sons of Selvedge Podcast, where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. In this episode David and Illya interview Jake and Alee (@almostvintagestyle and @vintagefeatherr). Please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google…

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EP42: Horween Cypress, Latigo vs. CXL, Grey Colors, Small vs. Established Brands 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

Starting with the cowboy origins of Latigo leathers, Nick delves into the details of Cypress, one of Horween’s latest leather offerings. We explore the complexities involved in achieving specific colors like grey and white. Finally, we engage in a conversation about the unique competitive edges that both small and large brands possess. 0:00 Topics …

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4.4 Watch Out V2 30:54

2M ago30:54

30:54

Welcome to the Denim Dads Podcast Season 4 Episode 4. Where Lono and Jordan talk about watches. Of particular interest is Jordan’s obsession with Ironman watches given his aversion to running, swimming, cycling and anything that would need to be measured in laps.By Lono

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4.3 Things That Come in Pods 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

Talking about life in hotels and how 7/11 will save the day no matter where in the world you are. As well as about things that come in pods. Also Lono’s sound isn’t ideal; he’s the worst (it does get better, aside from some kids in the background, let’s call them guest stars)By Lono

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EP41: ⚡Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome⚡, Boot Camp, Leather Perspective 1:21:31

2M ago1:21:31

1:21:31

Ben Robinson from Stitchdown joins Nick Horween and Phil Kalas to chat Thunderdome, Boot Camp, and Leather. Congratulations to all of the winners of the Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome. Boot Camp is October 12-13 in NYC. 0:00 What’s a podcast? 0:49 Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome 45:25 Boot Camp 57:35 Leather Perspective https://www.stitchdownbootcamp.…

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Ep. 33 - Chilao 8:43

2M ago8:43

8:43

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 33 episode of The Sons of Selvedge Podcast, where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. In this episode David interview's Matt and David of @friendsofchilao at @inspirationla. It's our second in-person recording, so apologies for the audio quality (the background music is lou…

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Ep. 32 - Stock Tank Supply 20:20

2M ago20:20

20:20

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 32 episode of The Sons of Selvedge Podcast, where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. In this episode David interview's Nick of @stocktanksupply at @inspirationla . It's our first in-person recording, so apologies for the audio quality.Please subscribe to us wherever you en…

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4.2 Desert Island Boots 53:36

2M ago53:36

53:36

In this episode, we talk with William Barton, AKA https://bootspy.com/ to learn about important survival skills like eating your boots and outrunning a wild boar.By Lono

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EP40: CXL is Overrated?💰 Is Alden Overpriced? WWII Boots, Dale’s Leatherworks 1:09:31

3M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Asking the hard questions up top: Is Horween Chromexcel (CXL) leather overrated? Is Alden overpriced? Dale from Dale’s Leatherworks shares his opinions with Nick Horween and Phil Kalas. 0:00 American Original 1:08 Is CXL Overrated? 19:12 Is Alden Overpriced? 30:03 WWII Boots 38:47 Stuck in a boot world from 10+ years ago 52:38 Nick Q&A Lightning Ro…

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4.1 Scrub Daddy 29:01

3M ago29:01

29:01

Starting off the new season with some immediate technical problems, perfect. Introducing a new host which resolves a long standing denim dads conspiracy theory. How murdering your in-laws can lead to free watches. John Lithgow’s bathtub synergy. Lono gets his Lisas confused (he’s actually legit deaf). A lot of talk about bones, which establishes wh…

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EP39: Sam Parker, Context Clothing, Alden, Roy Boot, Wisconsin Footwear, Supper Clubs 1:23:18

3M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Sam Parker is the co-founder of Context Clothing. He is one of the individuals behind the creation of the famous Roy Boot by Alden x Context. Context had a 15 year run and closed its doors in 2020. Sam now runs restaurants and bars in Madison Wisconsin: Turn Key Supper Club, Settle Down Tavern, and Ounce By Ounce. https://www.turnkeymadison.com/ ht…

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Ep38: Q&A Brain Tanning(!) Leather, Horween Predator, Horsebutt, Rancourt 1:16:24

3M ago1:16:24

1:16:24

Nick and Phil take on your hardest hitting leather questions including leather terms, brain tanning, leather delays, Horween’s Predator leather, horsebutt, sneakers and more. Need a wallet that is made for patina and is guaranteed for life? Ashland Leather has you covered. https://ashlandleather.com/ Want the world's finest leather? Check our Horwe…

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EP37: Stridewise, Best Shell Cordovan, Veg vs. Chrome tan, Boot Collecting 1:58:16

3M ago1:58:16

1:58:16

Nick English is the owner of www.stridewise.com, a blog and YouTube channel focusing on boots and casual durable stuff. A wide range of leather and boot topics are covered including who makes the best shell cordovan, Horween Chromexcel leather, current trends, European style, loafers, veg tanning vs. chrome tanning, and many more. 0:00 Best Shell C…

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EP: 36 WTF is Aniline? Aniline Leather & Leather Finishing🖌️ 1:26:18

4M ago1:26:18

1:26:18

Are you considering aniline leather? Or perhaps a completely painted leather? Join Nick and Phil as they delve into various leather finishes, highlighting aniline leather. Leather can range from unfinished to fully finished, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. 0:00 What is Aniline Leather 8:29 Aniline etymology and marketing 14:0…

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3.14 Pie 32:42

4M ago32:42

32:42

Surprise drop for the holiday. We coin a new genre of fashion, "49er chic." Also a surprising number of classic rivalries are discussed. Freenote vs Ironheart. Pusha T vs Drake. Taylor Swift vs Hitler. Also, Lono called a friend in India. It's 4/10 in Delhi, 2/10 outside the city.By Lono

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3.13 Tales of Cocktails 37:28

4M ago37:28

37:28

Lots of technical problems in this one, kids in the background and Lono turns into a robot that must be muted (it’s pretty funny, we think…if not, sorry!) Anyway, this marks two consecutive episodes with breaking baby news. We also learn that this Paul's practice podcast and take a deep dive into the origins of the old fashioned and the oddities of…

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EP35: Suede, Nubuck, Rough Out Waxed Flesh and Genuine Leather: Everything You Want to Know 1:21:56

4M ago1:21:56

1:21:56

Nick and Phil discuss the differences and similarities in “genuine leathers” including suede, split suede, nubuck, rough out, and waxed flesh. How should you care for your suede? Is nubuck more durable than suede? Is a split suede of poor quality? All of the answers are here. 0:00 Genuine Leathers 0:21 What is suede? 9:10 What is rough out and waxe…

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3.12 Never Shake the Baby 1:01:48

4M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

Mike from Shaking Boots and Adam from Pughuh Style Guy are on for dadvice. Also a surprising amount of corporate synergy, high school reunions, Adam comparing his wife to a car, and the all-timer line describing cutting the umbilical cord as "cutting a steak with a pair of scissors."By Lono

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3.11 311 48:03

4M ago48:03

48:03

A deep dive into the 90s, from people who were there. You could call it extreme...By Lono

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3.10 Viva Silver Dollar City 33:23

4M ago33:23

33:23

Shawn from Missouri Denimdad is here talking vasectomies and creationism, resort life, the danger of hobbies turning into jobs, the eternal appeal of firetruck sweaters, and how “this is now a political podcast” (don't worry, it's not). Plus, it absolutely dates itself with some extremely optimistic predictions of when it will be released (you'll s…

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3.9 The Denim Moms Podcast 45:37

5M ago45:37

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Ashley from den1mom comes on and you can tell it's absolutely a recent recording by the status of her account, the conversation about seeing John Wick 4 in the theater, and how Wednesday Addams is definitely still in the zeitgeist.By Lono

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EP31: 2024 Update 1:18:51

5M ago1:18:51

1:18:51

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 31st hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover three topics: 1. What we got up to at the end of 2023 (Oct-Dec) 2. Any acquisitions or pieces we're wearing often 3. What we're looking forward to in 2024Pl…

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EP34: LIVE Q&A Shinki Shell Cordovan, Seidel Double Shot, Calf, Predator, Horsebutt 1:05:26

5M ago1:05:26

1:05:26

Nick and Phil answer your most pressing leather questions. 0:00 Favorite Episodes 4:03 Arabica Lux Leather 6:00 Saphir Mirror Gloss 9:11 Tanner’s Blend on Shell Cordovan 10:27 Favorite and Least Favorite Leathers 14:28 Horween’s Crunch Leather 16:33 VIberg Double Butt Shell Cordovan Boot 22:47 Does Horween Tan Calf? 27:11 What Scent Does the Tanner…

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EP33: Ultimate Leather Care Guide. Horween Shell Cordovan Polishing Secrets 1:42:28

6M ago1:42:28

1:42:28

Going deep on leather care. 0:00 1990’s Miami Painting 1:55 The Ultimate Leather Care Guide 4:40 Nick Horween’s Leather Care Routine 7:58 Leather is Designed to Last 12:31 Shoe Trees 13:44 Phil Kalas’ Leather Care Routine 15:48 Air Dry After Washing Leather 17:50 Leather Conditioner and Saddle Soap 20:59 Use Less Polish 23:35 Hard Wax vs. Soft Wax …

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EP32: Alden Indy Boot, What is Quality, Meat Industry, Rose Anvil Weston Kay Pt.2 1:03:07

8M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Part two of two with Weston Kay from Rose Anvil. Check out the Rose Anvil YouTube channel to see boots cut in half. 0:00 Alden Indy Boot 11:30 Making Mistakes 16:15 Responsibility of Being Critical of Brands 19:37 Quality Testing Methods 22:03 Does Leather Thickness Matter? 31:17 Hunting 32:55 What happens to leather if people stop eating meat 39:4…

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EP31: Rose Anvil Cut in Half. Form vs. Function. Shell Cordovan Engineer Boots. Alden Controversy. Part 1 of 2. 46:48

8M ago46:48

46:48

Part one of two. Cutting apart Weston Kay from Rose Anvil. Weston’s YouTube channel has cut countless boots in half for our sadistic pleasure. He has accumulated a vast amount of footwear and construction knowledge and has become influential with a one million follower base on YouTube. Recently, Rose Anvil has sparked some controversy with a harsh …

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EP30 New Leathers at Horween, Stitchdown Boot Camp 59:42

9M ago59:42

59:42

Sad to have missed the first ever Boot Camp. Let us know how it was? Today we are making up for it by asking Nick to review some of the newly developed leathers at Horween. Need a wallet that is made for patina and is guaranteed for life? Ashland Leather has you covered. https://ashlandleather.com/ Want the world's finest leather? Check our Horween…

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Loose Threads 1 - Rock Music 1:07:40

9M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 1st Loose Thread episode with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll be talking for an hour about … rock music!Also, please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google or Stitcher. Ch…

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EP29: Thunderdome, Bo Jackson, What Makes Leather Smell?, Hot Stuffing Explained 50:19

9M ago50:19

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Answering the important questions. Nick Horween explains why hot stuffing imparts a great leather scent. Need a wallet that is made for patina and is guaranteed for life? Ashland Leather has you covered. https://ashlandleather.com/ Want the world's finest leather? Check our Horween Leather. https://www.horween.com/ https://linktr.ee/fullgrainpodcas…

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EP28: Rare Shell Cordovan 55:20

9M ago55:20

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Nick Horween explains the rarity of shell cordovan, rare shell colors, and supply challenges. Need a wallet that is made for patina and is guaranteed for life? Ashland Leather has you covered. https://ashlandleather.com/ Want the world's finest leather? Check our Horween Leather. https://www.horween.com/ https://linktr.ee/fullgrainpodcast Watch on …

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EP30: Tom Hosts! 1:31:54

9M ago1:31:54

1:31:54

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 30th hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover a bunch of current interests, and a bit of Q&A too. Also, Tom is hosting this episode, so get ready!Please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: Y…

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EP29: Guest Red Rabbit Trading Co. 1:03:29

11M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 29th hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover the following: Guest: Mike @ Red Rabbit Trading Co. Also, please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google or Stitcher…

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EP28: Shoes We Like 1:51:47

1y ago1:51:47

1:51:47

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 28th hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover the following:1. Current Interests2. Discussion Topic: Shoes We LikeAlso, please subscribe to us wherever you enjoy our content: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Go…

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EP27: FEW Spirits, Craft Spirit Appreciation 101, Barrel Aging, Bourbon 1:35:30

1y ago1:35:30

1:35:30

Meet Paul Hletko, the mastermind behind FEW Spirits, a craft distillery in Chicago that creates award-winning spirits with a twist. Paul shares his insights on how to savor the flavors of craft spirits, what makes a good fermentation base, how barrel aging works, and what distinguishes bourbon, scotch, and single malt. He also talks about the lates…

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EP26: Nomad Goods Brian Hahn: Creating Apple Tech Accessories to Work from Anywhere 1:40:11

1y ago1:40:11

1:40:11

Brian Hahn is the co-founder of Nomad Goods. They make innovative tech accessories for the nomadic lifestyle. 0:00 Work from anywhere 4:16 At Best Buy and Boutiques 7:45 Sourcing Horween Leather and Materials 13:01 Manufacturing with Natural Leather 17:19 The Best Material 21:10 Designing for Different Markets 23:12 Selling on Amazon 26:13 Leather …

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EP25: Comparing Shell Cordovan, Horsehide, Cow, Steer, Deer, Bison 52:45

1y ago52:45

52:45

What do you get when you cross a cow, a horse, a bison, and a deer? No, it’s not a joke. It’s a leather tannery lesson from Nick Horween and Phil Kalas. Nick and Phil have a combined 30+ years of leather tannery experience. They explain how shell cordovan, cow, steer, horse, bison, and deer skin vary in their features and functions. Which one is th…

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EP27: Mending and Modifying 1:32:10

1y ago1:32:10

1:32:10

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 26th hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover the following:1. Current Interests2. Discussion Topic: Retail Customer Service3. Q&A (Almost a whole discussion topic on its own)Also, please subscribe to u…

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EP24: The History of Buckleguy: How Hardware is Made, Sourcing Hardware and Leather 1:13:26

1y ago1:13:26

1:13:26

The Inside Scoop on Buckles, Hardware, and Leather In this episode, we sit down with Hugh Harriss, the 4th generation proprietor of Buckleguy. Hugh shares his insights on the history of leather, buckles, and hardware, the story of how Buckleguy got started, and the challenges of sourcing hardware and leather. He also discusses upcoming Buckleguy pr…

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EP23: Portland Leather Goods Curtis Matsko 1:19:09

1y ago1:19:09

1:19:09

Curtis is the CEO, founder, and the energy for Portland Leather Goods and Patina. https://www.portlandleathergoods.com/ https://patina.com/ 0:00 Coming to America 2:22 Starting Portland Leather 7:25 Leather 12:16 Forecasting 16:19 Hide Market, Material Delays 21:24 Leather for Women 35:00 Best Leather? 43:23 Mystery Box 45:36 Scale 54:08 Growing in…

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3.8 Double Downs and Yard Eggs 42:15

1y ago42:15

42:15

Talking everyone's favorite meals. Also the best opening ever, a guide for how to find Jordan in Ontario, some serious dating of the podcast, an inside look at our methods, the nobility of fish fry, global KFC, Patton Oswald's lack of travel experience, how to fit into Oni Secret Denim, Versailles in Winter, the "barbecue store," the differences be…

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EP22: AI Asks About Leather, Patina Thunderdome Recap, Bog Bodies 40:07

1y ago40:07

40:07

Back in the saddle again. We’re back with another podcast for the inquisitive minds. Join us, Nick Horween and Phil Kalas, as we delve into the intriguing worlds of patina and preservation, from the leather boots that develop a rich character in the Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome contest, to the ancient human remains that are frozen in time in peat …

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3.7 Denim For Any Occasion 43:18

1y ago43:18

43:18

Robots ruin the recording quality (happens), the fun of dominating at kid's soccer, an extreme dating of the podcast, the trials of teacore, what to wear to different events (wrong answers only), and night jeans.By Lono

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EP26: Retail Customer Service 2:30:29

1y ago2:30:29

2:30:29

Hello Denimheads and welcome to your 26th hangout with The Sons of Selvedge - a podcast where a group of friends get together to talk about denim and related interests. This episode we’ll cover the following:1. Current Interests2. Discussion Topic: Retail Customer Service3. Q&A (Almost a whole discussion topic on its own)Also, please subscribe to u…

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3.6 Mom Takes 38:06

1y ago38:06

38:06

Paul x Jordan: Moms calling out the dads…By Lono

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3.5 Just the Two of Us 38:06

1y ago38:06

38:06

How the turn tables, Jordan misses an episode... Talking the horrors of travel with kids, and pro tips to make it slightly easier. Paul also betrays his heritage by admitting he does not like Buc-ees, plus talk about the lawless wild west of parking lots (with a snow crash reference), the challenges of denim contests, how you never want to agree to…

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