This week, Rich and Nicole are calling out the myth of “catching up” and why it’s the most polite lie we all keep telling. They get into the everyday chaos of screentime rules no one sticks to, why Gen Z is crumbling under the weight of pay day gaps, and how apartment hunting in 2025 is basically a full-time job — especially when Matt drops the ball.

Nicole vents about kids treating their nannies like disposable help, and Rich opens up about the weird heartbreak of not being his kids' favorite anymore. Plus, a surprise movie quote quiz for Nicole, and Matt has lost his mind with fake celebrity deaths.

It’s fast, real, and funny in the way only Rich and Nicole can deliver.

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This week, Rich and Nicole are all over the parenting map—from missed texts to missed headlines (Rich has no clue what’s happening in the world), and the Great Sunscreen Debate: spray vs lotion. Spoiler: Rich is not a fan of the rub-in.

Nicole gets real about sending Parker off to sleepaway camp, while Rich panics over not hanging out with the kids enough—and showing up to Little League in a full uniform like it’s 1998. They touch on the heartache of older kids moving out and younger ones feeling the void.

Hot topics? Travis Kelce’s new hair (Nicole’s not impressed), whether bird nesting post-divorce actually helps, and the eternal question: is it time for a cleaning lady?

TFIWK gets juicy: A listener calls out a husband favoring one kid—Rich and Nicole dive into how to keep things fair and fun in the fam. Plus, Rich breaks down love languages and drops a few spicy tips for keeping the spark alive.

Did we mention Nicole and Matt are celebrating their 13th wedding anniversary? Show them some love!

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In this episode of Have Kids They Said, Rich and Nicole tackle everything from spring cleaning chaos to marital attraction, and can it ever be a bad thing? Nicole ties that into a classic Matt moment involving foot-in-mouth syndrome, while Rich spirals over the rise of kid sports and Emmy becoming socially independent (aka leaving him out). The duo also debates neighborhood dog etiquette, share Benny’s birthday antics, relive a baseball fight involving “team grandpa,” and cringe as Matt gives Keegan’s teammates ridiculous nicknames. Plus, Parker’s got viral snack requests for Rich’s NYC trip, and there’s talk of a wellness article promising total mind-body balance—sure, Jan.

Don’t miss the laughs, the love, and the low-key therapy session. Subscribe, share, and follow Have Kids They Said wherever you get your podcasts!

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On this episode of Have Kids They Said, Nicole is using the show as her personal GRWM moment—because why not podcast and contour at the same time? Meanwhile, Rich dives into the science of “Super Agers” and wonders if surviving on cold coffee and leftover mac and cheese is disqualifying him from the club.

The parenting duo tackles the internet’s latest controversy: the new Lilo & Stitch live-action remake. Then it’s onto the wild rise of the Savannah Bananas—part baseball, part circus, all chaos—and why kids (and their exhausted parents) are here for it.

Nicole and Rich also debate which of our childhood movies still resonate with today’s kids— it’s a generational vibe check. Nicole also confronts a parenting dilemma: dirty jokes and innuendos...do you explain it, ignore it, or pretend you didn’t hear the question while texting your therapist?

In the listener inbox, one dad asks if he went too far for his daughter's first date, and another listener needs guidance on food etiquette at kids’ parties—how much food are we talking? Plus, long-term storage at Grandma’s house.

New episode. New drama. Same parenting energy. Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share Have Kids They Said—the podcast that keeps it real, relatable, and occasionally ridiculous.

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On today's episode of Have Kids They Said, hosts Rich and Nicole serve up a whirlwind of parenting chaos, personal confessions, and hilarious hot takes. From deep dives into the mental health of both moms and dads, to Nicole dropping a juicy secret, the duo covers everything from animal appendages to elite continental breakfasts at Holiday Inn Express. Rich vents about the bureaucratic madness of 5U All Stars while Nicole shares the mental overload that comes with raising kids in the heart of NYC. And yes, there's even a battle over Parker's clothes brewing between Nicole and Matt.

The conversation spirals delightfully through gullible childhood moments, why teens today don’t care about driver’s licenses, Gen X grievances, and how getting a specialist doctor appointment feels harder than winning the lottery. Plus, Emmy gets one of Rich’s classic pep talks, Nicole revisits her OBGYN adventures, and they both remind us why a follow-up message can make or break your hang. Tune in, laugh with (and at) them, and don’t forget to subscribe for more real talk, relatable chaos, and parenting truths. Follow Have Kids They Said now for your weekly dose of laughs, rants, and real-life parenting drama. #ParentingPodcast #MentalHealthMatters #NYCParentLife #GenXParenting #MomLife #DadLife #FunnyPodcast #ParentingUnfiltered

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With Nicole off on a well-earned vacation, Rich is joined by his longtime radio pal Niko for a dad-filled takeover of the pod. The two kick things off reminiscing about becoming dads around the same time, how their crew first came together, and the wild ride from those early days to now.

They dive into their joint Memorial Day weekend adventure, featuring a whirlwind trip to Legoland and the San Diego Zoo with the families, where carnival games stole their wallets, animals got unexpectedly scandalous, and what their kids declared “fancy”.

Niko also shares a bizarre tangent into “conception photography” (you’ve been warned), and the guys commiserate over the looming question every parent is asking right now: what the heck are we doing with these kids all summer? From the idea of sleepaway camps to letting the kids make their own summer bucket lists, the panic is real, but at least they’re in it together.

We want to hear from you! Got ridiculous summer plans, wild zoo stories, or a bucket list made entirely of snacks? Hit us up on Instagram @HaveKidsTheySaidPod or leave us a voice note—we might feature it in next week’s show!

Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.

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In this episode of Have Kids They Said, Rich and Nicole spiral from summer planning stress to existential dread—with plenty of laughs (and chaos) along the way. Rich delivers heartbreaking news about American cheese that shakes Nicole to her core. They dive into the science behind your morning coffee routine, debate whether Taylor Swift is quietly reshaping male grooming, and ask the big question: are we even doing this parenting thing right?

Throw in some backhanded compliments, an email mishap, and a parenting trick that might actually change your day, and you’ve got another wild ride you won’t want to miss.

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This week on Have Kids, They Said, Nicole is joined by a very special guest, Sara, aka Rich’s better half, who steps in while he’s out.

The episode kicks off with birthday madness: Are kids' gift expectations getting totally out of hand? Nicole and Sara weigh in with personal stories, including Nicole’s hilarious (and slightly terrifying) tale of why 3-year-old Parker escaped from a hibachi restaurant.

The duo also dives into the struggle of convincing their daughters that they are still cool. (Legitimately. Probably. Maybe?) They discuss the etiquette and practicality of gift registries, both for birthdays and housewarmings: helpful or too much?

Weekend sports get the spotlight next, with both moms discussing their roles on the sidelines...Are you a full-on Mama Bear when your kid is in the game? Or more of a Zen Zone cheerleader?

Things get real when Sara introduces the world of Black Shower Girl Tok (check out the creators' handles below!) and insists everyone join immediately. That spirals into some next-level oversharing (yes, from both of them), childhood flashbacks, and Emmy’s questions that lead to a few stories from Nicole and Sara’s teenage past.

🖤 Spotlight on Black Girl Shower Tok

As Sara mentioned in today’s episode, Black Girl Shower Tok is something we all need in our lives...right now. It’s about self-care, all shared by talented Black creators who bring authenticity and creativity to your scroll.

✨ Here are the queens she shouted out:

Jaz Turner – @jazturner16

Frieda – @pickleflipflops

Terree Ann – @terreetaughtme

Go follow, show love, and support these creators!

Thanks for tuning in, and as always—parenting may be chaos, but at least we’re in it together.

Cya! 👋

Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.

If you’d like to send us a message or ask a question email us at HKTSpod@gmail.com

Follow on social media:

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Nicole @mashupnicole

Rich @richdavis

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