[Teen Talk] S2 Ep. 53 - Urination (Friends Forever)
🕑 Added 2024-04-02 23:15:01 +0000 UTCThe Dad Crew sits down to talk about the final episode of season two! They get into how this season finale came together cleaner than the season one finale, the giant scissors Matt actually bought during the recording, and how the teenage motif fit into the pressure everyone felt after season one.
Plus composer Maxton Waller stops by to talk about the marching band version of the season two theme song and they answer some questions about the most memorable records of the season and everyone's favorite intros.
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Sebastian Ma
Unlike Korra you guys crushed the landing <3
Glenn
love what freddie had to say about taking big swings
Sarah Stephens
I’m removed from online commentary outside of occasionally poking my head into the comments here. I was SO surprised to hear that there was negativity around this season. It was so much fun and has such a dear place in my heart right next to season one. I think they all did an awesome job with this season.
Tony Loch
Just now finished season 2, and working my way through other content before starting and catching up in season 3. Can’t say enough how good the content produced has been, and how great you all seem, including the barest interactions that I’ve had the privilege of being able to experience and witness. Thanks for everything you have done and continue to do.
Andrew Worthington
"I'm putting the fleshlight on my penis" is such a wild thing to hear, I love it
Matty Major
JOHN PRINE FUCKS
Dylan Tyler
Also was hoping that'd be answered
Dylan Tyler
Sadly highly debatable they'd know what that is
Abby Trujillo
I started listening a while back but fell out of it cause of stuff I was going through. but recently picked this series back up from the beginning and over couple months have now finished this 2nd season, (in fact this season is was what made me come to the Patreon cause I just needed more). I throughly enjoyed every minute of this season. For entirely different reasons then I loved the first. Thank you guys for making it, I truly cherish how connected I feel to this series and the characters. Through tears of humor and the many emotional tears this series has caused me. It just means so much to me. I wouldn’t change how you guys did anything. I’m glad I got to experience this story Also the songs and covers were dope this season, super fun!❤️
miley not so cyrus
Honestly I’m late listening because i took a little break but i want to say ive never listened to something so consistently and loved every second the way i have for the past 4 years that ive been listening to this podcast. You all have gotten me through grief, loneliness, motherhood with the most beautiful chemistry, the funniest wit, and the feeling that im hanging out with my 5 insanely creative, hilarious friends. Specifically to Anthony, i need you to know that at least one fan out there (but many many more, judging on similar posts) are in AWE of the creative and original way you create these worlds and situations. I think Willy Stampler is one of my favorite villains of all time, which is a testament to not only your character writing but also your acting. Beth, you are one of the funniest people I’ve ever heard in such a smart way- it seems like to conform to the perfect role that’s needed and i loved loved loved that scary seemed more like the terry we saw in space, it just made me so happy to hear. Will, i think you really really came into your own this season. Normal had, imo, the best character arc on the show and went from the character i cared the least about to a character i felt so attached to. Matt, Darryl was my favorite season one and Linc is my favorite season 2- honestly i just think we share the exact same niche of humor. Freddy- no notes man, just keep doing you- you give me the most crying laughing moments of the show both seasons and the unabashed confidence you have just makes me aspire to be you- that being said, i know there is SO much behind the scenes that you do and you really have grown this little seed of an idea into the most random thing i never knew i would love so much. Honestly, you all are impeccable and you should be insanely proud 🤍
AlphabetiSpaghettie
Hey. I’m 16. I’ve listened to this show for 4-5 years. I’ve loved every second. (Would you believe I’m still catching up!!!😅)
AlphabetiSpaghettie
Pizza jokes… stuffed😅
the chompie man
Hey I loved it and excited to start s3
Brandon Curtis
I love listening to the cast talk, but one thing that riles me up is listening to Matt talk about his music taste 😂
Alice Striker
I got into this podcast 2 months ago and it has lifted me out of my art block that has been so intensely in bedded into me that it has felt amazing to create again. I’m so sorry that it felt so tough for Anthony this season I honestly love this season more than the first the amount of heart is just so infectious in your guys work. I’m so excited for season 3 your chemistry and the characters you’ve made are so dear to my heart please don’t ever stop creating something amazing!!!!!!
Eileen Quinn
I know I’m late to the party and probably no one will see this, but I just wanted to shout out everyone who works to make this podcast fantastic. Hearing you all share your celebrations and insecurities was so raw and had me in tears. I just re-listened to the first episode with my husband (he’s already a new fan!!) and I couldn’t stop grinning because it reminded me how much you’ve grown. I love you guys so much ❤️ thank you for doing what you do and bringing so much light and happiness into so many lives!
feed me
Crazy to say this because I never understood it myself until now, but this cast has been such a silently integral part of my life. A 4-membered chimeric character, if you will. These two seasons have carried me through some lonlier times and have inspired me in the way I choose to DM my games, too. For everyone on the team, thank you so so much for the moments when you were vulnerable and for the moments you stuck through when things felt hard ❤️
Sophia
I also just love LoK so so much and I think it has a similar change as this show in that the second season was just… heavier in a lot of ways. Sometimes more painful to relate to, but that’s why I love it
Sophia
I think hearing Anthony say this season is legend of korra in the “nobody likes it as much as ATLA but it’s still not bad” way discounts the fact that there’s a lot of people who genuinely loved Korra (and season 2)!! And people get very attached to their first introduction to a world, which can make it easy to overlook new stories
Samuel Nachman
Beth has the strongest mind of anyone on a loose dnd 5e podcast I've ever heard. It's going to take a heck of a lot more to turn that off.
Holly 🍁
Ahhh so so so good! Loved the ending , felt really satisfying and the epilogue took me out 😂😂😂 can’t wait for next season ! Love everything that you guys do it’s so good
Joe Morrisroe
real
Kazlyn
You guys seriously get me through life.
MsCookie280
Ah damn...it really ended again...i binged this two seasons in the shortest time, i got me some nice merch, became a patreon bc i just love everything you guys do soo much. I absolutely loved on my way so much, bought it and binge listened to it for 3 weeks straight(no fr. That song was on repeat for 3 weeks every day and i was sad that it wasnt on spotify so i can see in my backflash of the year how damn often i listened to this thing....and now maxton said he put it on spotify...a few days after i bought it....aaahhh he absolutely deserves the money and i still would've bought it....but i would've listened to it on spoty bc i wanted to see this huge number 😂😂)
Keith Rodriguez
Heart breaks to hear where Anthony was mentally throughout the season, I loved every part of this journey champ you’re still my favorite dm
Anna Levinson
Did the thing where I put off listening to the final episode of media I love but I finally finished and I just think you all have some of the most brilliant creative minds of any medium. Improv storytelling via podcast is such a unique form wherein “mistakes” are not only bound to happen but should happen and are part of what make this special — deviating from the pattern of the first season made season 2 feel messier and I don’t mean that badly! On the contrary I think all of this serves to strengthen the themes of this teenage season and asserts the power of this art form in all its humanness and real-time collaboration. You guys are absolute powerhouses thank you
Charleen Lamphere
Wait! Who was Willie trying to power word kill?! I gotta know!
Henry Houston
Punk band pleeeaaaaase
Kellie Zufelt
he put his whole anthussy into it
Obi
I have a loose end i need tying up! In episode 10, Anthony refers to someone called Kayla when the incursion pimple pops after the debate. Who is she? I wrote it down when it happened to see if she would be mentioned again but she isn’t
Alex Annje
1950’s, you say? 😮
Coby Fuller
I stayed fully caught up to season 2 until around episode 40 something when school overwhelmed me and I had to dip out for a while, but I've caught back up in the last two weeks and I'm very glad I did. Killer job this season, guys. Can't wait to see y'all in Tennessee this June!
SodaPop419
I'm so sad this season is over :(
Bam jumping off da crane in CKY2K is a core memory for me also FUCK jayrock777
I don't read anything online about this pod, I just listen and enjoy. This season has been equally as good as season 1 and at no point did I even consider it wasn't. It was extremely surprising to hear Anthony talk about the negative stuff he's seen online. Bro those people are wrong, this shit banged. My friends listen to this show too and all say the same thing. Idk where you found these lunatics that were saying it wasn't good but I have to assume they're the vocal minority because my friends and I all have absolutely impeccable taste 😎😎😎
Nico
Yall should collab on a book on the story of the lost season
Sofie Eliasson
Can I just say, we are all, so VERY proud of Anthony <3 take it bich
Darcy Doeman
The way I RAN to Spotify
Jakob Medlin
Thank you for this. Thank you for everything you all have worked on from Borderlands 2 to Video Game Highschool. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Some of you formed my childhood while the rest of you are helping cope with adulthood. Thank you.
BumblingRose
I was SO relieved when Dood made it back home!
BumblingRose
I know I’m late to the comment party but I just want to say Anthony is great. You all are great. And even if you weren’t, people need to keep their mean mouths closed if they don’t have anything nice to say. There was a radio quiz show called Michael Feldman’s whaddya know back in the 90s and he would say “listeners who are sticklers for the truth should get their own show”. I think of that every time people criticize podcasters. Get your own damn show if you can do it better. Or stop listening. You all just do you. You are each amazing in your own ways. Looking forward to whatever you all choose to share with the world, even the bits I don’t get, because I live in a cave (or anime and most media references). But I do get your humanity across the board and we need so much more of that these days!
Bam Nordentoft
Teen Talk really slapped this whole season
Corn
Same Korra is my fav
I hate Italians
Nuh uh
Isaac A
ATLA is my favorite show from my first decade on this earth I love it so much
Peter Blenski
I actually really loved the beginning of this season, and most of my favorite moments of this season are from those episodes.
Cry
As someone who is none binary and only just now accepting it. I honestly love dood so much
The Overthinker
I hope we get the rest of the Black Parade cover. I feel like theirs so much in this season that becomes a song if you let it.
Luke Schultz
Love this season, you guys are all amazing. I hope you take a nice break and we will happily wait for more :)
Drednot
I like how Matt weaponized "yes and" at the end
Grant Davis
Or don't kill off all grandparents. How will t his affect season 3 if Lincoln and Scary being married?
Grant Davis
*for season 3
Grant Davis
Please play a relative of someone else's daddy. That way you can give dad advice from a different player or teaching of other dads. Sort of body swap in season 1.
Chris Formisano
I rarely comment. I logged on just to say this also. Love Legend of Korra. Avatar last airbender is overrated!
Zoe Pelishek
dawg maxton is married???????
Kamikaze Velociraptor
What made you pick up on that? Got a time stamp too?
Kiernacchus
LoK is my favorite 😅 Lol I loved this season. Thought everyone was amazing.
Eddy B
So, love what Freddie said about this Season and his perspective on creativity/longevity... also, does Maxton have a thing for Beth?!
sean Urban
Loved the season. Damn great work. I am wondering however.... WHERE IS WALTER?!?
drmimms
❤ Loved this season, love your work, and excited for both the upcoming horror season and the eventual grandparent season. Also, as a forever DM, I'm so excited for Anthony to get a little break to be a player! Having gotten to play again recently myself, it has been like a revitalizing reset and rest that has helped me find more joy again in DMing.
Jimmy Scott
Imagining y'all as a "workplace" of super supportive but still critical people truly makes me smile. Can't wait to see the next direction you all take.
Tyler Ferguson
Super off topic but I don’t know how else to ask these questions. I kinda got back into wrestling with the MBIC Anthony put together on it. So now I just want to know your opinion on the main event tonight. It felt to me super unemotional compared to the match you showcased between Cody and his brother, and I’m not sure if it was just the fact that that one was brother vs brother or this was just as awful as I feel it was.
Mitch Patmagrian
Listening to this on the anniversary of John Prines death, definitely didnt expect him to get a shout out in this. Will go listen to his entire debut album!
Eleonora Cenzon
Guys, thank you so much for putting all of you into this project. This podcast is my emotional support podcast, it got me through a lot. It made me giggle, smile and laugh when I needed it the most. I changed country, job and had to find new friends. I was alone for a really hard period of time. But I had you, a season one and a season two of a show that will never be too long. Thank you from the bottom of my heart
Orsted
gg fellas
AVeryHungryOwlbear
You guys are incredible creators and your energy together is fun to listen to no matter what you are making. To Anthony in particular, don’t listen to the complainers. There are so many more of us out here who love what you create.
Megan Shively
Will crying for anthony got ME crying in the club
Miles Lewis
Dropped my phone when I heard my username during the listener questions! Made me jump lol
Adam Souza
[1:30:35] - Did Beth just quote Bluey? Or just a coincidence? Either way, it made me happy :D
Mason Toki
Well legacy is best because the is also a very dad car the Subaru legacy. Also where is the Taylor manga? Did I miss it or sumn?
Kay M. C.
I love “Legacy” as a subtitle, but I also loved “Pussy Wagon.” So why choose? I humbly present, for your consideration, “Dungeons & Daddies, Season 2: Legussy”
mermar
Would fully read / consume any content about the lost season
Amara Davidson
justice for send in the clowns 😭
nusictone1 .
Oh man a year plus until new Daddies campaign?! AHHHHH
Addi Penry
For the record though, as a big Korra fan, I'm also a big fan of this season. You all killed it fr fr
kckerr 1188
In my personal opinion there are two songs that have stuck out to me Emotionally the series finale song of Adventure time and this theme song
Austin Sharp
What’s the Deal with Teenagers? They Scare the shit out of me.
McCall
Thank you for another great season!
Matthew Brakefield
I found this show at a very transitional point in my life. Y'all have seen me through some of the best and worst times of my life. I know you guys like to joke about it just being some podcast but it is so much more than that. You've been a constant in my life that has kept me laughing, crying and entertained for so long now and has impacted me in ways I never imagined. It helped me learn to have fun with DnD and gave me the greatest joy when I found out my soon to be wife's brothers were big fans as well. I sincerely want to thank you each for making this podcast and if you've read this comment thank you for taking the time to care about your fans.
hal
by far my favorite thing about this podcast is that there is always something new and something experimental, and personally i haven't found anything in rpg storytelling that tickles the novelty seeking part of my brain in the same way as s2. but more importantly it means that there's no specific premise or formula dndads needs to rely on, so it's easy as a listener to look forward to whatever comes next
Richard Van Hulle
Man I loved this whole season so much front to back. There was never a point I felt like not listening and I was always so excited when a new episode dropped. Can’t wait to see what’s next!
Shannon
Choice made out of love not hate made me tear up.
lunniere
Thank you for everything this season! Looking forward to you returning with CoC and S3 - you guys are absolutely killer 🩷💖
Jaiden Grey
Okay, but did link and scary just renew their vows as adults because they got married as kiddos 😂
Phoenix Vizva’i
lol hard agree 😂💛
AddiDaBadi
Will , the most pizza puns you’ve ever STUFFED in 😭😭
Invader Jimm
This season was just as amazing in different ways. I loved it all the way through. Yeah it had a clunky start, but you never lost me. It was always funny and emotional when I'm least expecting it. All the Teens did great, but Anthony did an amazing job this season. So much creativity, and fun. Love you guys, thank you for another amazing season.
Broden Orr
Man this really gets into why I love ttrpgs in general and especially this show and dimension 20 they really lock into this feeling of long for collaborative storytelling. It brings out an entirely different and more natural story than anybody could possibly write intentionally
RavenEyed
I still bl any get over Matt “yes and” ing himself into a wife and kids
ShannyKrik
The season 1 Finale was FABULOUS from the listener perspective. I loved it so so much. It might have felt clunky to the daddies, but I could never critique it
jacey g.
that’s perfect
jacey g.
omg omg
Cassie Muldrow
I deeply love this show. I do think this season took a little longer to get into. But I don't think that was Anthony's fault. I think it's harder for us to relate to teens, as adults. And I think it took a little bit of time for everyone to dial in their character, which is understandable. But the world building and the non player characters were as top notch as they've always been. This is an incredibly difficult way to write, and the challenge doesn't go unnoticed. Giving the characters the leeway to completely derail your story takes a LOT of courage. Letting them create their own victories and heartaches would sound impossible to me, had I not heard it happen. I think the most challenging thing for me this time, was learning to accept Scary. I was a big Ron fan, and he had a charm that was totally absent in Scary for the first half of this show. It was hard to listen to her go down the well of almost.. love bombing and abuse from Willy. It was very real, and I just wanted to yell at her. Which made listening more of a challenge than I ever felt in Season 1. Which is both good and bad. Conceptually, it was a great arc. But I really wasn't prepared to like HATE one of the characters. it makes the redemption all the sweeter. Yes. But getting there was hard. I think y'all present such a challenge to yourselves, playing new characters in each arc. Especially when the majority of the popular D&D series revolve around the same set of characters. It would be easy to rest on your laurels. But I see a real desire to grow in your craft from each one of you. To be better at improv, at voice acting, and at getting into the headspace of new characters as you progress. You should all be so insanely proud of yourselves. But especially you, Anthony. Especially you.
Imo Flores
You guys are amazing ❤️
Richard Varela
I am SO GLAD you all are going back to CoC!
Chris Winnek
GOD DAMMIT I WAS NOT PREPARED TO CRY DURING TEEN TALK. I love dndads so fucking much
Josh Cole
Will is really good at making people cry it seems. I'm not sure if the crew will ever read this, but here goes: Anthony currently sits in the S-tier DM category for me. Up there with Brennan Lee Mulligan and Matt Mercer. His ability to yes and his players while being cognizant of when he needs to say no is impeccable. What's more, his ability to go "I had something planned, but this seems way cooler/more fun so let's explore that." and seamlessly integrate it into where he was guiding the story is amazing. I could tell that this season was a bit of a struggle for the players to figure out who they wanted their character to be by the end of it, but that felt wholly appropriate, and I think every single one the players grew by leaps and bounds in their acting abilities and improv abilities as a result.
Madi Persinger
Thanks for another great season yall!!! This was such a wild fun ride.
Oh Lordii
Season 2 was such a great ride. Thank you guys for hours of content and laughs. That said, we get ONE YEAR OF CALL OF CTHULHU!? So excited for the horror!
Cain Morgan
I just want to say that legend of Korra was so much better then the original atla
james carter
Beth never misses with her closers. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Cj Lane
The upsetting part is I actually thought Beth’s joke was funny 😂
Virgil McClurken
Can't wait for the ska intro song.
Alias Aivan
it definitely still does, you may need to disconnect and reconnect the rss feed
EV Lealock
Anthony worrying that they're gonna destroy the livelihoods of their friends through their dm-ing is something that made me cry, because I can feel how much love he has for his friends there. There are about half a dozen content creators that I've "found again" over the years. People who wrote a webcomic I once read, or did an animation on Newgrounds, and I somehow found their new content without ever following them. One of those people is Freddie Wong. I was a fan of Rocket Jump during its early VFX days. I watched Video Game High School when it came out. One day, I just wanted to listen to a DnD podcast and was like "What the hell? That Freddie Wong?" But my point is that Freddie never stopped creating content that he was passionate about. Even if it's a drastically different medium than what he did on youtube, the distilled essence of what he's passionate about hasn't changed. The core of what drives my own creativity and interests hasn't changed either. Dungeons and Daddies can't last forever, but as long as any of you keep creating, your audience doesn't have to trail along to what comes next. They'll find you again. Whether it's through the script of a video game, or maybe Matt starts up a miniature painting business, it's going to be different from what you're doing now but it'll still find its way to us. I also reflect on everything outside the podcast that you've all worked on while this podcast was airing, and it's been a whole lot. Literally, whatever comes next, you'll be fine. Creative types are some of the most stubborn-ass and resilient people because no matter what happens, they are always like, "fuck this, I will go create art." My only hope is that season three will have less pee in it.
Michael Hughes
Your point?
Harry French
There are lots of actual Actual Play podcasts out there for you.
Righter
My headcannon is that Linc and Scary’s kid Gerry is a nickname for Gerard, after Gerard Way
christopher austin
OMG April 12th is my birthday, that so dope I can’t believe it
Randi and Christian
Hearing Freddie talk about how he wants to take risks and you all take risks in your ideas and beats, it made me realize why I love this show. As a writer myself, I identify with you all and admire how funny and talented you all are. You all as writers inspire me to take risks and write what's fun not always what makes sense. Thank you
Austin Robinson
When will cries, we all cry.
Daniel Puttmann
After hearing Freddie describe their roleplaying style as a "writers room" I STRONGLY recommend next season moving away from D&D (and Hasbro). IMO, they should try a system like FATE, which is well known in the RPG community as being THE "writers room" RPG.
Finch
Top tier favorite podcast. Thank you so much for the hard work. I love being surprised by whatever wacky things you think up next. I'm here for the weird shit. 👌
Jack Newhard
First
Syahadah Ridzuan
As far as second seasons go, this really did live up to expectations and I'm definitely ready for some grandpa adventures ❤️🍉
Marco Merida
Ok so two things Thanks you guys so much for giving us a amazing d&d podcast. I started listening when you guys were on season two episode 30 I was a little bit late to the hype train but once I listened to that first episode for season one I was immediately hooked! I can’t wait for season three! But secondly, thank you for creating something that really touches people, I don’t really have a relationship with my dad. We don’t talk that much. If we do talk, we usually argue, I never really had that son and father bonding moment or that son and father talks, so thanks. Thanks for kind of giving me something that i normally don’t experience! anyway keep it up guys! 🩵
Lily M.
Anthony, you are genuinely one of the most talented and brilliant people I have ever listened to. Your wicked humor kept me going on days when I smiled for no other reason than this podcast. I hope you know how many of us truly love you and your work 🖤
Dani Chalus
I LOVE it when you all go through the music in detail and explain choices and how things are made, I’m so glad you had Maxton on again to go through it. I went back and listened again to the marching band version and now I’m dying at the whistle all over again. Thanks so much for such a great season!
Seth
I’m sure Anthony has planned for s3 but a season with the OG dads but they have to protect their wives instead would be great
Anneli Diana
Really want to say thanks for all the hard work you guys do, and for this season! I generally enjoy everything you guys make, and listening to you guys is such comfort for me. Excited to see what’s to come ❤️ You guys are the reason I’m on patreon!
Beck
So excited for Will’s season to start! :)))
Bex Hex
I would love a compilation of all the intros. They are one of my favorite things this show does. Thank you all for continuing this amazing podcast. ♥️
Kael
Anthony saying season 2 was their "Legend of Kora" absolutely hit me like a freight train. SO!!! DAMN!!! FUNNY!!!
Fawnrir
Thanks so much for all the work y'all do! Loved this season!
Alexander Vazquez
I'm calling it now, next season will be called Destiny.
withinmyself
I also want to say, the fact that they created a new genre that, apparently I can't explain very well, is insane. Love you guys. Love the fans. Thank you
withinmyself
The comments Freddy make about how season 1 changed during covid really hit me. I literally had this same conversation about 2 weeks ago. I'm collaborating with a drummer who lives in Portland and I'm in Missouri. We've played in a few bands together. Both of us are pretty good songwriters and he had this great idea for an album/band. He already recruited 2 others in Portland, and he asked me to come in on the project. I'm thinking, it's 2023, we have insane tech in music now, this will be fine. And don't get me wrong we've succeeded at a couple songs towards the project but through this insane struggle. And on the latest song, I broke. This is not working. So, I believe there is an actual energy we haven't discovered yet that humans emit.
Erethizon_dorsatum
One of my favorite things about Dungeons and Daddies is that y’all do whatever the opposite of fladerization is. Characters start with classic archetypes (Goth Girl who hates her parents, sports dad, school mascot kid, granola dad, anime kid, etc.) and we end up seeing all of that person. At the end of both seasons it hits me so hard cause it makes me rethink and regret all the Assumptions I’ve made about people over the years
Thomas C2
This finale was so much fun and then it got me teared up. The end song was amazing!
Graeme Kostich
I gotta say as a relatively new listener, I just rocked both seasons back to back over maybe 4 months. But I think this season was way cooler as far as the dming went. The first season was great for the character improv, but this one really showed off the weird places that Anthony's brain could come up with and I really loved it. So much of it was dystopian and silly and awesome.
Alexander Vazquez
Everything one did an amazing job! This season doesn't beat the first one for me but the story and characters and all the funny bits you collectively did were great. You have created something people can't wait to continue so be proud of that. This podcast rolls a 20 any day and I can't wait to listen to more of all of you.
Patrick Morris
I definitely liked s1 finale more because it felt way more like a DND way to conclude a campaign. Big battle lots of rolls, but the epilogue of this season was perfect. I had such a a rollercoaster of looking this season. First I loved the weird MoC idea that this podcast looked like it was shaping to be, but then that didn't feel like it was quite working out pacing wise, and then their was a bit of a rough transition to making it a more narrative linear story, but once they locked in to that story line I feel like it quickly got to its feet and started running. I do feel like they got even farther away from playing DND then they were in the first season but I don't think this podcast needs to be held to any specific RPGs. Just being a DM if there are rules you are supposedly playing by maybe you should try to use them... Anyways pumped for the break from Anthony DMing and always excited to see him get to play and Will DM. Fetch quest was awesome. I am already excited for season 3 now curious as to how goofy the senior citizen will turn out to be. All in all a great sophomore season for DnDads
Hareth Lopez-ortiz
Was that a sopranos finale cutoff?
Patrick Morris
I can't believe I forgot about that moment. Definitely one of the many peaks this season
James Curtiss
Thanks for all work you guys do, I am on 15-20th listen of season 1. Can’t wait for season 3 and wills DM stuff 🥹
Eliza Duggan
Love you guys, your work is incredible!!
Patrick Morris
😂
Patrick Morris
I agree with you on that. I really liked the finale of season one a lot more because it felt way more like DND, alot of dice rolls and mishaps and clutch rolls. I spent a lot of time this season yelling at my fone as they "interpret" things poorly with DND. So I think calling this a DND podcast sets a unrealistic expectation. Like I love listening to them and I'm excited about season 3 but let's stop lying to people about this being a DND podcast
Ethan
It’s episode 29 I’m pretty sure or at least in that area of episodes
TexasLeeds
I had an absolute blast listening this season. I don’t comment often but felt it was right this time. This season was entertaining in a different way from season 1 but had plenty of the same beats that make this show so amazing. The amount of work and care and passion yall put into it blows me away! Y’all can always make me laugh no matter how down I’m feeling.
Racing for Tips
A music idea for the 50s campaign. I always found the multitrack harmonies of Les Paul and Mary Ford to be kind of weird and unsettling, might be just the thing for that. Also gotta get like a metal guitarist to so some clean shredding Les Paul style haha
Matthew Lemm
I'm very excited you see where you go with the next season. Can't wait.
Kaleb McStay
Need to do a intro like the Jonny test intro
Venganza
So I realized how the daddies had the money to build D.A.D.D.I.E.S. HQ. Glenn canonically has Bitcoin from years ago that he never spent, not knowing what it was, making him the richest dad. I'm convinced that. My theory is that Bitcoin just kept blowing up and eventually he spent it many years later, making like a billion dollars, and building D.A.D.D.I.E.S HQ
Wolff Santos
This podcast means so much to me, and I want to give my absolute appreciation to the cast and crew for an amazing season! In particular, I want to thank Anthony for inspiring me and giving me the confidence to DM my own campaign (and getting me interested in wrestling.) I've experienced first-hand how much work goes into planning and executing each session, and it's absolutely insane how easy Anthony makes it look, especially when it comes to roleplaying, improv, and setting up the PCs to the play in the space and shine. Huge props to you for giving so much, it has not gone unseen. Sending ya'll much love!
Justthingstbh
I listen to a lot of DND podcasts and I have to say what Freddie said was right. I love the way Brennan lee Mulligan and Matt mercer DM, but there Is this thing about this group that makes it feel a lot more like you're listening to a group of friends. The fact that you barely respect the rules, that someone can tell another fuck you. It's reason I keep coming back to you and why I will probably never stop listening as long as you guys make content, because you genuinely fell like a place of comfort ? It's like seeing a group of friends in the bus that you can just tell love each other and it warms your heart
Kyle Oldham
Season 2 was really good and Anthony is way too hard on himself. Yes, it is super different than season 1, but that doesnt mean that there's anything wrong with it. It was a great season with good characters and a story that may have been confused st first but found its stride quickly. Also, I'd like to see the Kids on Bikes system come back at some point in some way, even if its small
Lily Hughes
thank you so much for this podcast :)
Erica Keough
Just came here to say that even though I don't know you, I'm glad you're still here <3
Sara Crabtrey
Thank you all so much for everything you do and put into this ridiculous and wonderful podcast. I loved all of the musical intros and was always excited between episodes for what in the world was going to happen next. I'm thrilled to see Anthony as more of a full time player and more of Will DMing!
Hampus Siöland
Don't these knuckleheads remember that they themselves already had the idea of a marching band version of the theme song in one of the earliest Teen Talks of the season? I assumed it was just a really long game bit
Michael Hughes
After the most recent episode, I feel like Dungeons and Daddies is a great improv comedy podcast with some light role playing elements that I really love, but calling it a Dungeons and Dragons podcast doesn’t seem accurate. The Daddies actively disliking D&D despite not really adhering to it this season wasn’t enjoyable as a listener (Banishment sends the target to a demiplane or their homeplane (I do not believe for a second that Willy's native plane is Heavon), Taylor having Fire Resistance in regards to Willy's Wall of Fire), etc. At a certain point, it felt like unconnected improv episodes that while each enjoyable on their own, didn't feel super cohesive or "Actual Play". I was actually excited for Anthony's initial monster of the week idea, it sounded neat! It seemed it would've given a structure to the campaign that felt lacking, but a different type from the first Campaign. Anthony's Korra comparison felt accurate. I am excited to see you go back to a system you've enjoyed for Will’s campaign though! I hope you keep doing stuff that brings you joy, and don’t feel like you have to play Dungeons and Dragons.
the Dungeon Maxter
RPG game recommendation for folks wanting to play grandparents: I highly recommend Brindlewood Bay! It's like Golden Girls meets Murder She Wrote with spooky mystery/horror aspects.
Feline Goddess
Thank you all for an amazing season! I appreciate you all opening up about the struggles you had during making it. I feel like your openess to experimenting gave us some of the craziest and funniest episodes of the podcast across both seasons.
Evin Miller
I think the Korra comparison could not be more accurate. Imperfect? Yeah. Worth watching/listening to? I'd definitely say so. Good? Hell yeah! I'll be happy to see where y'all go from here, especially if you try out other systems. Or if 5e is still stuck with, you guys do a little more diving into the mechanics of it/learning the classes a little more. Overall I'm really glad you guys, especially Anthony, stuck with it to the end and really got wacky with it. Some of the crazy shit you guys pulled was so unique and fun
Just Shannanigans
Absolutely beautiful gang. Looking forward to S3, Dungeons and Grannies
Creekie05
I love these shows because of how it grows. There may have been a plan but the ability to adjust and grow the show because of where your players go with the characters. Great work thank you for putting in the effort you all put forth
William Speier
what episode is the see you again redux from?
Alex
Matt saying he’s whatever about Welcome to the Black Parade and that Beth SANG IT BETTER is the most Matt fucking bullshit I’ve ever heard. I’m really glad Will told him to go fuck himself.
Gmork
Oh -- Will's next thing sounds fun!
Leah
This podcast is on of my favorites. They have been such a joy in my week to listen too. Sad to see this series come to an end but excited to see what the gang has in store. ❤️
jen Rogue
I love this season so much. I love the fact that scary and Link at the end together was almost foreshadowed in the first episode when Link past the note. I can't wait see what next season brings. You guys are so talented. My favorite part of the podcast is sharing it with others because you sound like you are having genuine fun.
Erica Keough
You guys did a great job this season and we’re all very proud of you. Can’t wait to see what next season brings. 💙
Piotr Drobczyński
Love you all guys. I had the Best laughs and the scariests frightens and the weepiest sads with season 2. Thank you all for making this ❤️ Also why it ends halfway through Beth taking you out xd
Scott S
I think there was a missed opportunity to play that whole Dood bit at the end as them sneaking out to see their friends. Really enjoyed the show though and am excited for what's next.
streetdreams
And then there are people like me who love Korras seasons just as much as Aang season, just like I love Odyssey and Legacy (?) both so fucking much xD
streetdreams
I think "On My Way" singlehandedly gave me the inspiration to do a "creating our own little light in the darkness" sort of theme for my next campaign that I DM. I love the song so much.
PlutoniumHeart
Anthony I want to admit something. I did fall off listening to the podcast for a bit, I never stopped my subscription. I could tell at the beginning where you were struggling but knew you were going to stick the landing. When I came back as a dm who consumes countless different dnd shows I was on awe of everything you did, like Freddy said with Miyazaki vs Masaaki you are misaaki and I was blown away I haven't listened to anything like this. I felt genuine love and stress and disappointment in a cocktail that felt alive! Thank you so much for creating a masterpiece this show has gotten me through the most difficult time in my life through abuse at home, hopelessness at my job. This brought me so much joy and I honestly think the fact there were rocky patches you had to work through made it even more perfect. Ps: when I was really low about to give up and do very regrettable things. I'd listen to the intro then re-listen to some of my favorite episodes. Obviously other things too like tried and true proffessional methods. This just helped me psyche myself up and also not feel alone.
Bad Fiction
lol love the Korra analogy. Deep deep respect and admiration for y’all as artists. Great show everyone. Congrats and excited for what’s next!
Umajesty Allah
“you played the whistle” killed me
Fee the Fey Fairy
Anthony saying' it's like being spooned by a room' made me spit out my coffee in a bus😅 I'm sad to hear that all those hateful comments affected Anthony so much. I mean it's easier to hate than start/make a podcast. I really loved this season. The musical element's, the energy you guys brought, many surprises. Me spitting out my coffee is not the first thing how I embarrassed myself while listening to the podcast in public. Looking forward to whatever you guys will do♥️🙏🏻
Michael Iammarino
100% been inspired by Anthony to dm and create stories and worlds in my own way. Blands 2 is my favorite game thx for years of entertainment! Some people like Korra just as much as avatar!
cin
at no point did i know what direction this season was heading and it was honestly my favorite part about the season. anthony and the crew didn’t let themselves get pigeon holed with the success of season 1. truly such a feat. this season made me cackle to the point of concern and tears. anytime i had it playing whoever was in the room or car with me was instantly hooked. amazing job, guys. dungeons and daddies is so special to me. thank y’all for every bit of creativity and joy you pour into this podcast. so, so hyped to meet anthony as a player and will as a DM. full faith y’all are gonna kill it!
Venomous 88
I love this season and can’t wait for what y’all have come next!
Thomas Jones
Did someone stock Beth or was that a joke? That’s wild
Thomas Jones
Will is a beautiful boy, so happy your love your friends
Darryl Holiday II
Matt saying Beth's Black Parade is better is so upsetting. I need a minute, lol.
Darryl Holiday II
Man, this season was fine. Don't sweat it Anthony. I enjoyed it a fuck ton. To me it was equally as good and emotional as the first and I can't wait for the next Anthony season as well as the Will one.
Beck Webster
Yall are awesome. Thanks for making my favorite podcast! It’s been a blast watching the teens grow up. Also love the ship name goth cleats! 🖤⚽️
Jinxster99
Fuck the haters Anthony, y'all did great this season♥️
AED
Masaaki Yuasa
Callum Laughlin
Being honest, I enjoyed S1 more than S2. But in no way does that diminish the enjoyment I had experiencing the Teens and their journey. Genuinely hope Anthony is able to move forward without letting the negative commentary drag him down. The whole crew is such a joy to listen to, both when acting on the show and sharing their personal thoughts in the BTS episodes
Chrystopher Black
Please keep making everything y’all want to. Thank everybody who made this possible
Sarah Gorman
I’m going to miss On My Way. It’s on my list of music I put on when I need to pull myself out of a bad headspace and also makes me cry sometimes.
Baijo
I'm going to miss all these wacky characters, but I truly did love the journey everyone went on to get here ❤️. I can't wait to see where you guys take us next, especially in such a distinctly different (and one of my favorite) systems
Natalie Simon
Just want to say thank you to all of you guys. I’ve been with y’all since the very beginning, and I can’t wait to see what’s next!
Ace Hutson
No, it’s named after Gerard Seinfeld, who is the horrid gene-splicing child between Gerard Way and Jerry Seinfeld created by the government.
Ace Hutson
Y’know, this last episode came out on my senior year, so I feel as though I should care a little more, but I don’t :3
Kaiddance
I loved the theme song so much this season. I remember when I first heard it, I'd been SO attached to the first season, but the second season grew on me; I listened on YouTube and memorized all the lyrics. I always love acoustic finales because they're so much more raw and honest, so the marching band finale really took me back to childhood and my marching band days. I hated high school, but this show is so relatable, and it really is okay to look back on those memories. I'll be sad to say goodbye to this song. :( <3
StephBox
Thank you Anthony. I freaking loved this season. I had so many questions at the beginning but I feel like the story was cohesive and heartwarming. Thank you to everybody on the cast for the remarkable characters that you bring to life every week. It's going to be difficult to say goodbye to all of these characters, but I'm so glad that we met them all. Daddy magic, not the wrestling one forever (okay but wrestling is still cool don't at me).
TheDerpySunflower
PLEASE DON'T STOP DOING MUSICAL INTROS! MR BRIGHT SIDE AND BLACK PARADE GO SO FREAKING HARD!!!
TwoJayZees
Yeah the metal gear solid intro made me laugh so hard to, it was probably one of my favorite intros from S2 for sure!
Gmork
My Taylor theory is he took the rap for a scam his mom masterminded.
Austin Sharp
So like Gerry is definitely named after Gerard Way right?
Elijah sublett
In order Scam Likey, Lark, Paden, Herme. Such well done NPCs. Seemed real people and easy to attach to. Anthony you are an incredible DM.
Hayden Dover
I'm not finished with the episode but I can't stop myself from saying Anthony, you've inspired me to be a DM. You're creativity, as well as the rest of the cast, give nothing but confidence going into the next season. You guys took a subject, teen dnd adventure, and blew it up into the most interesting ways it could of gone
Jenna Papke
To hell with the haters, Anthony. Possibly my favorite moment in the whole season is your amazing vocal cringe as you have to introduce the garlic knot heart coming out of the grief and tragedy of Terry’s death.
Ace Hutson
I personally like the more erratic vibe of S1, like it felt more like a d&d podcast while S2 felt more like an audiobook.
WeSmilingMe
I want to acknowledge what Beth said at the end, I don't think I've grown up listening to this as much as I have grown with it. Listening to Season 1 dads and now season 2 teens, I've noticed quite a bit of comparison to the relationship with my own father. We didn't have a good relationship, and once I moved out, I was planning on not speaking to him at all. But noticing the teens act against or with their parents helped me more or less see through some of my own BS and through my father's BS and repair a lot of the damage done. Granted there's still damage of course, but not as much. So thank you for the brilliant writing from Anythony and the stupid hilarious shenanigans from the rest of the crew. I'm eagerly awaiting future products
James Brannan
I think the story wasn't as emotionally impactful as S1, but it's a D&D podcast so it doesn't really have to be. I think the encounters were extremely interesting, Anthony set up an interesting world and they all made it extremely funny and interesting throughout S2. I'm glad the crew is handling the negative feedback well and is focused on the positives.
James Brannan
what was the second anime creator Freddie referenced?
maddo
The more Matt says something I aggressively don’t agree w the more I appreciate how hard he works at creating characters I’m obsessed with. Doesn’t like black parade smh. ALSO I still insist the post hermie death opener should’ve been see you again but literally just schmegans version no changes
Barf Drinker
god what an amazing journy. Sure it was a little rocky at the start but it didn't take long to get comfortable and become a great successor to the first. Can't wait for season 3 :)
Teo Joca Therrien
The last episode came out in the week of my 18th birthday, I can confidently say that i grew up with theses characters. This season in specific connected with me in an extremely deep level, particularly Normal and Link, and it was everything it should have been and more. Amazing work to the entire crew, I love this podcast and I can't wait for season 3
Susan DeStefanis
I genuinely loved season 2 so much. I only started listening about halfway through the run of season 2 and season 1 was sort of a struggle to really get attached to at the beginning but season 2s characters had so much heart and delivered so much hope and heartbreak and I'm still not ready for the season to be over because I'm so attached to the teens and am sad because we may never see them again. Also the season 2 theme song went so much harder than it needed to.
Luke Schultz
Such a fantastic season
sven sven
Thank you all for putting all this work into season 2!!!
EmptyPages
Does the Spotify feed not get updated Teen Talks anymore? Mine stops in the 40s. I just moved over from Google Podcast (RIP)
Phorsi
GDI Will making me cry on the train! I agree that all the work that Anthony and everyone in the crew did was amazing even when I seemed like it did not at times, the final product is amazing work. I can’t wait for the third!
Ben!
I just laughed so hard remembering the Metal gear kegals intro
BlankPapers
Was an amazing season! It’s been a fantastic ride and let me just say, this was just as good as the first season! Just a piece of the puzzle to make it complete! Can’t wait for more!
Dugald Macdougall
Thank you all for this wonderful season. Been a blast. Ya'll are amazing. Also as a MGS fan, I deeply, DEEPLY, appreiciate the nuances and fine details of those gags. Can't wait to see what you come up with next!!! You should all be super proud of yourselves!!!
Adina
So sad to hear Anthony wasn’t happy with the season’s feedback online. I love Anthony’s DM style and specifically how he allows his players’ silly ideas and decisions to shine & have meaning (even consequences, sometimes!)—so many DM’s are forcing things to ensure that certain story beats are hit and it never feels like that with Anthony. You guys don’t and can’t know how much joy you bring to your listeners! This podcast is amazing. I’m such a fan!!
siogosho
hearing anthony talk about his mixed feelings on season two genuinely breaks my heart. the two seasons being compared is understandable but they are inherently different story telling types and i don’t think any of the cast should take any negativity about their differences as personal failings. both told incredible stories and had many memorable characters and mean a lot to your fans! thanks so much for sharing your art with us it’s amazing that you guys let us into your world!
JakeFrostick
Ya’ll should be proud for trying some new and being brave in ya’ll creativity ♥️
The Dragion
Absolutely loved season 2 Can't wait for all the upcoming stuff
Shaheen Callahan
Korra is so underrated and the hardships she had and the fall out she was left with was so underrated and not spoken on so dang often! It’s such a power follow up and I said in my comment it took growing up to see it and honestly I’m so glad I didn’t have to with Daddies, they’ve done amazing I’m still so damn salty and sad about how it ended for Korra and how everyone treated her 😂
Shaheen Callahan
I loved this season, I loved season 1 in its own way but season 2 just was different and Freddy is right you can’t stay on the same track. I loved Anthony comparing it to Korra because I loved avatar as a kid and still do but it wasn’t till I grew up o realised how amazing and special Korra is in its own way and that’s exactly what you guys have done here I just didn’t have to wait/grow up to see it for its own unique special parts and I’m sure you’ll do with season 3. Beth I’m so sorry for the concussion it makes sense now how you could feel the remorse coming form Will thru my headphones 😂 You’ve all done amazing and and should be so proud of this season Anthony you did and continue to do so much leg work with the others to make sure it’s fun/not predictable and out there and it shows I also love that you guys are so dang open and honest. Parasocial relationship worries aside it’s honestly been mentally helpful to me as someone who had a very toxic parent this show is important. Amazing work 🫶🏻👏🏻
Thomas Koelewijn
I'll be honest and say that at first i did not vibe with the 2nd season (like, reddit poster: does it get gud? stuff). it made me miss the first season. But after a while i got way and way more in it. I think people miss their comfy comedy like some people only rewatch the office. I have finished my 2nd listen of everything and it happend to be sync up with the end. And let me tell you, you guys killed it, i honestly think i like the 2nd season more than the 1st now. Thank you so much each and everyone of you, you made so many days of work for me so much more fun. And btw i already planted the seeds for the a fortnite and among us session in my dnd group as a DM, i already stole so much of your shit haha. thanks for the ideas! ;p
Maladapted
I NEED A BETH MAY FRONTED PUNK BAND. GIMME THAT SHIT
MK Lawrence
Idc what anyone else says. Season 2 is fantastic, in fact part of me likes it better than S1. The absolute off the wall turns felt so natural, chaotic, and like a bunch of teenagers were playing. It was great. Anthony is fucking incredible
petra
also literally discovering this show was the backbone of my mental health when I wasn’t leaving my bed or looking at screens - laughter was genuinely the best medicine (outside physio rehab and cbt 😇😇)
petra
my heart goes out to you and your concussion experience Beth!! I had a complicated concussion almost exactly a year ago & only just started getting back into ‘normal’ life this year !! so psa to everyone to take care of yourself !! look after your little heads properly !! You keep all the good stuff in there ❤️
Mandie Fitzgerald
All of you did such amazing work! Thank you for the fun stories that throws the listener all over the emotional map! I look forward to everything you come up with next!!
Devin Quinn
Great season overall, more piss in the next one please
VictoriaFaye
not the gothcleats acknowledgment omg
Otterly_Sleepy
Everyone was so vulnerable in this teen talk.. it was incredible. Thank you all for everything you have done for us! Every episode you can see how you all push yourselves to create something even better then the last and I really appreciate it ❤️ thank you for making me sob In my car. It was a good cry ☺️❤️
Quito Ollero
Anthony, I don’t know if you’ll see this, but I sincerely hope you do: I LOVE The Legend of Korra. I may love Korra more than TLA. I’ve watched it more, I go back to it more, I draw it more. I will always love season 1 of Daddies. Being part of the shared pandemic experience, season 1 is woven into my DNA. But season 2 hits different in an even more personal way. With the dads I saw things I could relate to, with the teens I saw actual parts of myself, parts that I was proud of, parts that I wasn’t and that I have actively repressed. The characters, their world and the obstacles they faced - all of it was so vivid and I felt it so deeply. Whatever anyone else may have felt about it, you’ve got at least one fan that loved this season every step of the way.
Nathan
S3 Mommy Madness Space age
TwoJayZees
You guys honestly killed it this season! Iv been listening since last September and finally caught up literally the day before the last episode! Can't tell you how much this podcast means to me being a DND nerd and a father!
Mathew Staib
The Legend of Korra comparison is so funny because like Avatar and Korra I love both but do prefer Korra unlike the majority of people and I do prefer season 2 over 1. Both are amazing but I feel this season was so well done with the story and the teens growth and them breaking away from the expectations of their fathers. Thank you for season 2, loved it.
JustAnotherRQ
I can't believe they didn't forget about birdie and just decided to ignore her!?
Josie
Anthony stop reading comments challenge. I'm going to dump a lil bit, but I came back to this show because I watched my grandpa die a couple months ago and it caused a bunch of mental health stuff and I needed to laugh. I'm so insanely grateful that you folks love to tell stories. Any stories you tell, I'll continue to listen to.
The Dude
Good season overall, less piss in the next one please
Leo Hall
Hearing a clocktower reference was literally wasn't even the last thing I would have ever thought id hear from you guy's
Nobi Wolff
This seriously has just made me feel attached even more to Norm. I feel that. Thank you guys for doing such a fantastic job
harry cox
What a fantastic second season, so many amazing ups and downs but all in all a wonderful season. Season one is still one of my favourite episodic podcasts I ever listen too. Season 2 was amazing though #pissboys Can't wait for season 3!
Melanie
That marching band ending warmed my heart! I was in color guard in high school and I honestly flashed back to being in field band with all my woodwind and brass friends.
Rafael
Hey Beth, just wanted to let you know that I think you've actually gotten funnier
Austin Baker
You guys should be proud of this accomplishment. The shitty parts and the good together make something more than the sum of its parts.
ThesaurusRex757
Already started a second listen of this season. Looking forward to number 3!
Shallow Rivers
Wasn’t ready for the end
Shallow Rivers
Still crying
Niko Smiley
An amazing season!!! Loved your characters and loved the story!!!!
Jones
Thank you all for season 2!!!!! You guys are awesome!!!