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Aug 20, 2026
Aug 20, 2026
1 hr 49 min
The dads are back at Whiskey Drink for another episode of Pants Optional, talking about a little bit of everything life has to offer. The guys dive into the Iowa State Fair, beach vacations, the YouTube videos we all secretly watch when we have no idea how to fix or build something, and the return of football season. If you're a golfer, you'll want to listen until the end, there's a giveaway happening on September 12th at Westwood, during the 4-man best ball tournament, listen closely for details.
Somehow, J-Sump actually manages to keep the conversation on the rails this time, which may be the biggest story of the episode.
As always, it's dad talk, random stories, questionable opinions, and plenty of conversations that have absolutely nothing to do with where they started. Grab a drink and join the guys for another episode of Pants Optional.

Jul 20, 2026
Jul 20, 2026
1 hr 41 min
This week on Pants Optional, the dads take the show on the road to Westwood Golf Course for an episode filled with laughs, terrible golf, and even worse musical knowledge. The guys put their ears to the test trying to identify songs from different decades, debate the worst things about being an adult that you have to spend money on, and break down Jsumps' golf game, including his unique ability to fish golf balls out of the pond.
And because no great dad gathering is complete without food, don't forget... we have pizza! Grab your clubs, kick back, and enjoy another episode that somehow starts on the golf course and ends everywhere else.

Jun 26, 2026
Jun 26, 2026
1 hr 35 min
On this episode of Pants Optional, the dads head to Newton's favorite fireworks tent to sit down with Brian Shores, owner of Store for Homes Furniture, to hear how the Central Iowa Fireworks tent got its start.
As always, the conversation quickly goes off the rails as the guys talk cars, steak dinners, lawn mowing, questionable fireworks stories, and life in general.
Be sure to listen closely for a special deal code that will score you a great discount at the Central Iowa Fireworks tent. Grab a chair, enjoy the laughs, and get ready for another classic episode of Pants Optional.

Jun 11, 2026
Jun 11, 2026
2 hr 43 min
On Episode 73, the guys get an exclusive inside look at one of the most anticipated new venues in Newton, Whiskey Drink. Owner Jason Ray joins the show to share the story behind the dream, the challenges of bringing it to life, and all the exciting plans he has in store for the space. From concept to grand opening, Jason gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to turn an idea into reality.
Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, local business, sports, family life, or just listening to four dads try unsuccessfully to stay focused, this episode has a little bit of everything.
So grab your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and join us for another entertaining episode of Pants Optional

May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026
1 hr 18 min
This week’s episode dives into questionable food choices, rare bird sightings around the farm that may or may not just be somebody’s escaped chicken, summer plans that probably won’t happen, and that elite Midwest feeling when Memorial Day Weekend officially unlocks “leave the garage door open” season. Grab a cold drink, fire up the mower you’ve been meaning to fix, and join the conversation, pants remain optional.

May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
1 hr 47 min
After a 7-month break, Pants Optional is finally back behind the mics for Episode 71, and absolutely nothing has changed. We dive into sports, family life, lawn tractors for some reason, and all the nostalgic stuff from childhood that somehow unlocked core memories for everybody. It’s part catch-up, part therapy session, and part complete train wreck. Lots of laughs, random stories, and the kind of conversations that only happen when four dads sit around with microphones and no real plan.

Nov 14, 2025
Nov 14, 2025
1 hr 9 min
This week the guys dive headfirst into the chaos of high school playoff football, bold predictions are made, and the Cardinals have made everyone proud!
But it wouldn’t be Pants Optional without a hard-hitting journalistic deep-dive into… proper butt-wiping procedure. Yes, technique is debated. Yes, strong opinions are shared. Yes, you will learn things you cannot unlearn.
Plus: unsolicited life hacks, unnecessary sound effects, and the kind of “other fun stuff” that proves why pants are, and always will be, completely optional.

Nov 2, 2025
Nov 2, 2025
1 hr 49 min
Your favorite foursome returns for another gas-powered episode of Pants Optional! Whether it was a bad bean night or just uncontrollable laughter, things get delightfully out of hand. Grab your headphones (and maybe some air freshener) it’s going to be a blast!

Sep 18, 2025
Sep 18, 2025
1 hr 36 min
The boys are back again for another episode, two within 2 weeks, they are really getting after it. Mikes was busy with appointments but they still find plenty to cover in episode 68.

Aug 25, 2025
Aug 25, 2025
2 hr 5 min
The boys had to get one episode in before the summer was over. Plenty of summer adventures to cover and long time friend of the program, Pat Riley stops by, while Jsump is home cleaning closets.
