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Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonAre State Fairs for Everyone?On the count of 3, name the first thing you think of when it comes to State Fairs…One…Two…and if it’s not Corndog, you are all wrong, backseaters! For those who said anxiety, germs, and questionable animal smells, this episode is also for you. Let us know how you’re enjoying those life-threatning rides or deep fried [insert anything here] treats this summer. In addition we get to some of your emails and more! Enjoy the show! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Watch...2025-07-171h 04Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonLittle People of America Conference with Nic NovickiFor the very first time, we are excited to not only have Nic Novicki on the podcast today, but that it’s also happening WHILE the Little People of America Conference is happening in San Diego! I mean, this is basically LIVE TV at this point. We had a wonderful time joining him at the conference earlier this week and we get into the comedy show he hosted, the incredible sacred community we got to participate with, why AI elevators are a terrible idea, and much more! Enjoy the show! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fa...2025-07-101h 04Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonREPLAY - The Nickerson's Trip from HailIn observation of the Holiday week, flight delays, lost backpacks, and competing travel schedules we’re happy to bring you this throwback episode to get you ready for those summer road trips! Join us again next week for all new episode of Don’t Make Me Come Back There! I hope you brought an extra pair of clothes on the carry-on backseaters, because our podcast journey may be delayed, on the rails, off the rails, canceled, or producing those traveling toots. One way or another, we’ll make it together, one joke at a time. In the spirit of per...2025-07-0353 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThe Best Gas Station Snacks of 2025With Summer upon us you know what that means? Road Trips. And what road trip is complete without a mass duffle of gas station snacks causing carpet crumbles, melted candy on the dash, and the smell of vacuum sealed dried meats. We’re here to deliver your fan favorites this week in our Gas Station Snacks Bracket, voted upon by YOU on the Facebook Fan Page. The results, are haunting.  Enjoy the show! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Watch the show every week ove...2025-06-261h 05Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonFather's Day and Mail BagAmusement comes in many forms backseaters, and while our show like so many is fun for the whole family, we’re certainly know that it’s definitely not for teens. Is it too much for ask for just a touch of connection, even with a touch of side eye. Well, while we navigate that tension we also answer you emails and take a look back on fathers day! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Ente...2025-06-191h 05Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThe Chaos of Volleyball TournamentsToday we venture in the bazaar that is all things Volleyball Tournaments. Full of surprises, heckling with vendors, a variety of smells, non stop sound, and a sea of activity only for the brave to venture. Watch out for those wild serves though! In addition Mel gets the giggles, Dustin leaves her in Vegas to escape his responsibilities and much more! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.youtube.com/channel...2025-06-1258 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonFrom Football to Theater with Derrick StroupAs we get closer to Father’s day, 3 words come to mind that we’d love to hear from our mother’s, sisters, or even a friend on facebook, relayed, from your own dads…We share that deep sentiment with our friend and hitchhiker today, Derrick Stroup! We get into his early life talents in sports, but also theater? His parents personality dynamics, and so much more! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https...2025-06-0545 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonPracticing Gratitude with Anjelah Johnson-ReyesIf we don’t say it enough, let us say it again, we are SO grateful for you, backseaters. For showing up, sharing the show, and  spreading the laughs with us week after week. And speaking of gratitude, you can thank today’s guest Anjelah Johnson for hopping on with us today to talk about her own newfound motivation for giving thanks. In addition, she talks to use about taking her family on tour, having one foot in and one foot our of the industry, why Hollywood gives her the ick, how she was the first viral bit comedian, and much...2025-05-2856 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonParentings Essentials: Instant Coffee & Nordstrom RackThey said we’d never do it. They said, it “seemed unlikely” that it could be good…Well, today backseaters, buckle up, we’re putting our taste buds to the test with a strong round of instant coffee tastings! We pair that with a breakdown on why Nordstrom Rack is a necessary errand on the weeknight date list, how birthing humans may be the greatest human flex out there, your emails, and more! Got a Favorite Thrift store outfit find? Let us know at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy...2025-05-221h 01Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonWrestling & Cheerleading with Greg WarrenGreg Warren returns to the show with all new moves, chants, and pom poms in hand. There’s no denying that Greg goes above and beyond for his bits, and today is no exception. We hear about his no lose attitude, dehydration problems, and much more! Join us at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAzMoLwjQTuyqu2QFFzvQQ Don't Make Me Come Back There Podcast is hosted by Dustin and Melissa Ni...2025-05-151h 01Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonMother's Day: Avoiding FiresCan you hear me now? Shake your head yes if you’re millennial who rarely has technology issues? All of you, well, that’s one thing Brad Upton would agree we’re all good at, for better or worse! Brad joins us today to share his incredible mid-life as a professional track athlete, racing horror stories, current coaching perspectives, and lifelong comedy career. The Seattle native also shares a rare look into his origin story where even Bill Nye the Science Guy makes an appearance.  Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups...2025-05-081h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonTrack and Field and Comedy with Brad UptonCan you hear me now? Shake your head yes if you’re millennial who rarely has technology issues? All of you, well, that’s one thing Brad Upton would agree we’re all good at, for better or worse! Brad joins us today to share his incredible mid-life as a professional track athlete, racing horror stories, current coaching perspectives, and lifelong comedy career. The Seattle native also shares a rare look into his origin story where even Bill Nye the Science Guy makes an appearance.  Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups...2025-05-0156 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonWhat Makes Little League So Great?Across America, countless families with kids share the joys, tears, and flags of none other than Little League. Gotta cancel spring beach plans for a game? No problem! Missing church for post-season playoffs? Save me a seat! We breaks own what makes little league so fantastic, Mel drops a sizzling take on hotel buffets, we share your cry kit movies list, and much more! Was Mel out of line about the Hotel Buffet?!  Tell us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every w...2025-04-241h 05Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonGoing on a Date with Steve RogersWord on the street backseaters is Steven Rogers is dating again and we’ve got to make some decisions together; is having two cats and being single a red flag? Does he talk about being a comedian on a first date? Is it actual a good things to “be yourself”? We also determine how to stop the Chicken Jockey craze caused by the Minecraft movie’s wild success, talk about our amazing stay at the prestigious Songbird Penthouse in Nashville, what movies make Steven’s “Cry Kit”, flying with an unforgettable family on Southwest, and more! Check out Steven on tour at http...2025-04-171h 09Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonAdult Swim Lessons with Brian BatesWhat’s better than a warm summer day, cold beverage in hand, towel in the other, on your way to the pool for what is usually a good time, unless it’s for your first swim lesson in front of your kids, other kids, and other speedo sporting aquamen just trying to get some laps in between meetings. Well, that’s was Brian Bates experience and he can’t wait to tell us all about it. Breakfast gives us the update on raising a kid as an older adult, ,how his comedy has changed, potty training, and much more.  Did y...2025-04-1053 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonIs Chappell Roan Right About Parenting?Parents of small children, where are you right now? In your car? In the snow? Rain? The pit of despair? Has the light and glimmer of a hope to be a glorious parent faded from your eyes? Well, Chappell Roan has an opinion about that and so do we! We descend into her hot to go take on this in addition to some weekend college visit recap, and your emails. Was Chappell Roan right about her take on parenting? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show!2025-04-031h 02Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonBeing the Fun Uncle with John CristBackseaters, scoot on over for today’s hitchhiking fun uncle, John Crist! He arrived early on the call and ready to dive into our chat on sending reels to your loved ones, self-reflection and validation, picking and winning fights on social media, sports parents in the group texts, gossip, and what Mel really thinks about during communion. To participate in fun extra activities such as this in the future, make sure to Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show ev...2025-03-271h 05Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonMarch Madness: Kids Snacks that Parents EatIt’s that special tournament time of year back seaters, where we come together to pick our top four favorite um, snacks that we love to steal from our kids lunches? That’s right. We asked you, what are the best kids snacks that you love to eat, and we put together an incredible bracket to decide which snack rules them all! We break down the top 16 snacks round by round, and get to a couple a couple emails.  To participate in fun extra activities such as this in the future, make sure to Join us at Dustin Nicke...2025-03-201h 05Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonTravel Sports are a Cult?If you’re are the kind of person that really loves your weekends backseters, then I’d  strongly advise against kids. Now, on the other hand, if you’re a fan of cults, then having kids who play travel sports is your ticket through those heavenly gates of parenting. We break down Mel’s weekend of Volleyball and Dustin gets the small town treatment in Nebraska like no other.  Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainm...2025-03-1357 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonA Mom's Guide to Sick DaysIt's not for the weak, it's not for your teacher, grandparent, neighbor, or friend. You guess it yet? It's puke. Coming off 7 days of in home mayhem and a tornado of liquids, Mel brings us her top tips for making it through the trenches, rubber gloved and bleach blasting your way to victory. We also get into your emails and more.  Let us know your top Parenting Sick Day Tips at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: h...2025-03-0657 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonMinnesota Winters and Girl Scout Cookies with Kelsey CookWhen it’s below 30 in Minnesota, it’s the kind thing to pickup those stranded highway hitchhikers and we did just that! We caught Kelsey Cook and her cat Mia on the show today to hear all about her new midwest life, her parents incredible careers and successes, totally normal life with her boyfriend Chad Daniels, and more. In addition, Mel prepared the most amazing Girl Scout Cookie and Coffee pairing experience provided by Public Square Coffee, including 9 tastings and our response and ratings!  Let us know your top 3 tier Girl Scout Cookies  at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebo...2025-02-2754 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonNewborn Babyland with Aaron WeberThe great Aaron Weber joins us today on show, and was he late? Sure was. Do we care? Nope. When you’ve gotta newborn in in tow, you get a pass on basically, everything. He shares all about his newfound parenting revelations, embraces car seat safety, we answer if we have a favorite child, your emails and more!   Let us know about your favorite child at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAzMoLwjQTuyqu2QFF...2025-02-2059 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonHoliday Hot Takes: Valentine's DayThat very special lovey dovey romantic day is upon us and if you need that sorta over-the-top self affirming song and dance to show love to that special someone, then we’re glad you’ve got that. We may take a different approach, and you’ll just have to listen to check out that hot take because today, we’re digging into all your Holiday Hot Takes for Valentine’s Day. Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland E...2025-02-131h 02Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonMiddle Children are...Better?You probably didn’t notice, but Buzzfeed was so kind to let us know that a study on Middle Children, and their observable adult character traits, is going Viral this week! We’re excited for Mel to confirm or deny if the data stacks up, and let us know your thoughts on the Facebook group. In addition, we break down our weekend in Vegas with Nateland and Dustin’s upcoming appearance on MLB Network and The Social in Canada. We also want to know your household pet peeves (IE clean dishes, bathroom, etc). Continue to drop us your Valentines Day Ho...2025-02-061h 01Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonSharing Household WorkloadsIt’s been a journey backseaters, but Dustin is happy to report that after 20 years of marriage that he did eventually begin to carry his fair share around the house! And of course, there is still PLENTY of room for improvement. In addition to  sharing how that shakes out these days, we get into some bad advice for first-time flyers, TV shows that are too scary, KC Chiefs Fatigue, Girl Scout cookies, Senior year tears, your emails and more!  Drop us your Valentines Day Hot Takes at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dust...2025-01-301h 04Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonGen Z Loves the MallWhat do Glamour shots, Cinnabon, a Gorilla, and D2: The Might Ducks all have in common? - You guessed it, the Mall. And thanks to Gen Z, they are on the rise and showing no sign of slowing down. This week, Dustin returns home from his weekend out with Taylor Tomlinson, Mel braves a 12hr Volleyball/College Visit to Orange County, TikTok returns, we breaks down Why Gen Z loves the mall,  Bingo Dingos on Wicked and Marvel’s Daredevil, your emails and more! Drop us your Valentines Day Hot Takes at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: htt...2025-01-231h 02Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonSenior Year Check InWell January certainly claimed it’s name as the worst month this year. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families effected by the LA Fires, First Responders, and sending tons of encouragement to everyone out there volunteering and helping however they can. In addition this week, we take sometime through misty eyes to update you on our son’s Senior Year progress, Why Gen Z is taking the clean road to life, you emails and more! Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! ...2025-01-161h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonIs January the Worst Month?We’re back and even though it’s Thursday, it sure feels like a Monday, because it’s January. All of a sudden, everything you ever planned and postponed in December, is HERE! Piles of tasks, appts, and reminders that you emptied your bank account at Christmas, Holiday parties, and to your kids. Well, join us in our misery, as we recap the tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, break down the last 4 days or marital tension, Dustin’s comedy corner, your emails and more! Join us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinni...2025-01-091h 09Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonBackseater's Choice The Best Of...Don't Make Me Come Back There PodcastMerry Christmas, Happy Holidays, or however you celebrate, we asked you for you favorite clips over the past two years, so we brought a few of them together for you today in our first Listener’s Choice Best Of… and then come on back after the new year with an all new episode. What’s some of your favorite podcast moments from the past 2 years to add to our greatest hits episode? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Chapters 00:00 Backse...2024-12-261h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonHoliday Hot Takes Part 2The Hot Takes continue as Christmas quicky approaches backseaters. You continue to send the heat, as we break down your submissions like, is Thanksgiving better than Christmas?, Two Christmas trees, Are socks a good gift?, and who’s actually enjoying Elf on a Shelf? What’s some of your favorite podcast moments from the past 2 years to add to our greatest hits episode? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.yout...2024-12-191h 01Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonHoliday Hot Takes Part 1We asked, you delivered, backseaters. Today, we bring you the first batch of your holiday hot takes and you are COOKIN! We look back on holiday fundraising for sports as teens, Dustin brings his Hottest Holiday Travel Tips, do we prefer Christmas with Teens over little kids? - PARENTAL WARNING, multiple sensitive spoiler Santa details in this episode, be advised around your young believers! What’s some of your favorite podcast moments from the past 2 years to add to our greatest hits episode? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/du...2024-12-121h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThanksgiving with TeenagersThe Christmas season is finally here and it’s truly a miracle that we even have time to do this podcast, or that you have time to even listen to it if you’re a parent. You may be the backseaters, but we see you on the frontlines waiting in dark parking lots during practices and afterschool activities, stuffing holiday cards at tournaments, and postponing all of your pre-planned December Dr. appointments. In addition, we also bring you along to our thanksgiving week trip to Fresno for our son’s state tournament, a stop over at Yosemite, Mel has an in-fli...2024-12-051h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonRoad Trips with the Nickersons | Nateland CrossoverToday Dustin and Melissa join the Nateland podcast for Thanksgiving week! They debate whether Aaron is like a wine, whether Dustin looks like the Green River Killer, and most importantly whether the SEC or Big Ten is the superior conference. Then they eventually get into this week's topic of Road Trips by sharing tips, tools, and stories from the road. What’s your hottest HOLIDAY take? Travel? No Lights before Thanksgiving? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Watch the show every week ov...2024-11-282h 14Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThanksgiving Hot TakesWe asked, and you delivered, Backseaters! Today, we drop your hot takes on Thanksgiving, and you didn’t hold back. Healthy sides? Turkeyless Tables? Ribs? Let’s hear it all! We also share some exciting family news and more! What’s your hottest HOLIDAY take? Travel? No Lights before Thanksgiving? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! Hosted by Dustin Nickerson and Melissa Nickerson, recorded in studio, La Mesa ,CA. Watch the show every week over at Nateland Entertainment:: https://www.yo...2024-11-211h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonParenting When It's Dark OutsideIf you’re in the dark about entertaining your kids when the time change hits, you’re not alone, backseaters. We’re happy to bring you some much needed survival advice to make it through those critical late afternoon hours when you’ve still got homework and sports to go before the days end. Also, who is it that got your kid sick this season, is Dustin interrupting Mel too much, what are your thanksgiving must haves, your emails and more! What’s your hottest take on Thanksgiving? Turkey? NO Turkey? Let us know at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Faceb...2024-11-1450 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonGrowing Up MilitaryWhile we continue to recover from election anxiety on our way to Veteran’s day, we wanted to honor many of our listeners today that grew up in MIlitary families, like Melissa! From movie-like cafeteria insecurities to 2nd grade gaslighting, Mel shares with us the complexities of identity and belonging as a young daughter of an Air Force Veteran. We read your emails from your Military family experiences, we also recap our scary weekend at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights with the kids, and more!  Join Us at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group...2024-11-071h 05Special Chronicles PodcastSpecial Chronicles PodcastInclusive Comedy with Dustin Nickerson | Ep.604 This Week on the Special Chronicles Podcast: Comedian and Podcaster Dustin Nickerson sits down with Award-winning Podcaster Daniel Smrokowski for an entertaining conversation about his Backstory in Comedy, Funny Podcast about Family, Comedy at Disability Camp, Inclusive Comedy, Non-Offensive Jokes to Intellectual Disability, How To Be Married To Melissa Book, Amazon and YouTube Specials, and we highly recommend you see him on tour! Episode 604 ShowNotes & Links: 🎧 Listen on Special Chronicles or Wherever You Get Podcasts  📺Like watching your podcasts? Click here to see full episode Follow Dustin Nickerson on Socials: @DustinNickerson | DustinNickerson.com  Catch Dustin on Tour: DustinNic...2024-11-0448 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonIt Isn't Halloween Without...It’s that time of year, and the studio got a spooky renovation! Mel really pulled out the art teacher vest vibes and went to town on the decor, and it wouldn’t be Halloween without it! Thanks for joining us today, we’ve got your responses from the Facebook Group question, “It Wouldn’t Be Halloween Without…?”. Some great stories you sent in via email, a sneak peak at Mel’s Fashion Report, Halloween Pet Peeves, and more! Send us your vehicle recs (for an SUV or Minivan) at Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/gro...2024-10-3153 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonMinivan or SUV?Well Backseaters, it’s been a nice 9 years with ol Ant Sandy the minivan. As much as we’ll miss the broken handles, discolored floors, decaying arm rests, and hidden under-seat snacks, we’re in the market for a new ride! Should we get another minivan? Or an SUV? We’ve got so much to consider and we need your thoughts. Let us know in the comments or at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group. In addition we’ve got a couple stranger dangers, and bingo dingos! Send us your vehicle recs (for an SUV or Minivan) at Dustin...2024-10-241h 03Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonWhen the Midwest is Too NiceWe have a couple admission to make first, Fort Wayne, we’re sorry. Watch for details. Secondly, is it possible to be TOO NICE? The Midwest know how to be “nice” more than anyone backseaters, but is there a limit? And, we think Dustin found it. This week, The Nickerson’s also found themselves on a lovely kayaking adventure in Chicago, moonlight hours with the cats, how kids behave on elevators, why eating out with your kids is the worst, fan email, and more! Tell us the ONE food entree you with was actually HEALTHY at the Dustin N...2024-08-081h 00Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThe Nateland CrossoverHey Back Seaters and Hello Folks! This week we have a very special crossover episode of  Don't Make Me Come Back There and The Nateland Podcast. Dustin and Melissa Nickerson join the hosts of the Nateland Podcast on the new Nateland set in Nashville, Tennessee. Why the crossover episode, you ask? Because we're excited to announce that Don't Make Come Back There is becoming a part of Nate Bargatze's new media company Nateland Entertainment. Dustin, Melissa and the Nateland crew talk about what the big announcement means as well as delve into a fun discussion about parenting.   Ca...2024-07-251h 04Don\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa Nickerson10 Days of NatelandWhat’s better than a date night pop in to a Nordstrom Rack, back seaters? That’s right, when it’s next to an IKEA. There’s nothing like the windowless, clockless, maze of interiors that really stirs up the romance, and we’re here for it! This week, we listen in awe as Mel shares about her flight with all 4 kids while Dustin leisurely scootered around Missouri State with the Nate Bargatze tour and Nateland crew. What happens when your kids invade your bed at night? The Nickerson’s share about their annual trip to Hope Heals, and more!  ...2024-07-1756 minDon\'t Mom Alone PodcastDon't Mom Alone PodcastDon’t Dad Alone :: Dustin Nickerson [Ep 472]Father’s Day is quickly approaching and Dustin Nickerson- Comedian, author, and podcaster- is here to share all things funny and serious about parenting. On his podcast with his wife Melissa, they laugh at and also talk about the tough parts of parenting. I ask him about what it is like to try and balance family, travel for work, and attempt to have meaningful connections in friendships. The more busy we get with families and work the harder it is to lean in and make those very important relationships a priority. Dustin brings tons of joy to the parenting journey as...2024-06-1000 minDon\'t Mom Alone PodcastDon't Mom Alone PodcastDon’t Dad Alone :: Dustin Nickerson [Ep 472]Father’s Day is quickly approaching and Dustin Nickerson- Comedian, author, and podcaster- is here to share all things funny and serious about parenting. On his podcast with his wife Melissa, they laugh at and also talk about the tough parts of parenting. I ask him about what it is like to try and balance family, travel for work, and attempt to have meaningful connections in friendships. The more busy we get with families and work the harder it is to lean in and make those very important relationships a priority. Dustin brings tons of joy to the parenting journey as...2024-06-1048 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonThe Nickerson's Trip from HailI hope you brought an extra pair of clothes on the carry-on backseaters, because our podcast journey may be delayed, on the rails, off the rails, canceled, or producing those traveling toots. One way or another, we’ll make it together, one joke at a time. In the spirit of perseverance, Melissa and Dustin bring you on their 36hr endeavor to the midwest, the true strategy behind Texas-based Southwests’ boarding practices, sleeping in jeans, Mel’s musical ability, and more!  Enjoy the show! Share with us your WORST family travel story at dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com or Over...2024-06-0553 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonKeepin' It Real with Dustin & MelHope you brought your hiking boots backseaters, because we’re climbing over a mountain of emotions today. Between end of year banquets, choir performances, animals that ain’t walkin’, and well, death, we’re glad you’re here for it! Prevailing the tears, we enjoy Dustin’s ghostly updates from his time in Fort Collins, how Vets make so much money, why movies are too long now, the necessity of large chain restaurants, what living in the clouds or the weeds brings to life, and actually much more if you can imagine.  Enjoy the show! Should movies...2024-05-2259 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDid Spider-Man’s Girlfriend Win the Oscar?It was a great Oscar week with wins from Iron Man and the guy who did The Dark Knight? Right? Get our review of the Oscars on the show today, the Nickerson’s take on Seattle, incredible kids travel technology, explaining where islands come from, our lament for Daylight Savings, Bingo Dingos are back, and emails asking for bad advice for raising children with ADHD/ADD! Tell us your favorite “HEY!” song over at the Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/dustinnickersoncomedy Enjoy the show! - Watch...2024-03-1357 minCan I Laugh On Your Shoulder?Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?#387 ON LIFE AND COMEDY WITH COMEDIAN DUSTIN NICKERSONPREORDER MY BOOK - IF I DON'T LAUGH, I'LL CRY TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn  Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG  ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb  Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib My guest this week is the hilarious Dustin Nickerson, a comedian from Seattle now suffering in Southern California. In 2020 he released his debut comedy special Overwhelmed, which is currently one of the highest-rated specials on Amazon Prime.  His humor has graced the screens of Come...2024-03-1353 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonYou Can't Pick your Kids FriendsBackseaters, we’re in the swing of the holidays and you brought us a GREAT holiday horror story today that you don’t wanna miss. Teaser, no fan loud enough can save you from this childhood haunt. We also need your thoughts on whether Dustin is brilliant or stupid regarding a TSA hack, a breakdown on bathroom use with your kids, how the Nickerson kids are smarter than their parents, Drowning in Password Hell, and a LOT more.  Enjoy the show! This Week’s Sponsor: BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technol...2023-12-0648 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonA Salute for One-Kid ParentsBackseaters, if you’re gonna leave your kid at our house, we will be charging late fees for missed pickup times and overstays. We like you, We like your kids, but only for the first 12 hrs per stay. – We are excited to invite you to the new Dustin Nickerson Comedy Fans Facebook Group! Like Comedy? Like Dustin & Melissa? Like the Podcast? This is where we can talk and laugh about it all. Hit the link below and join. - On the show today Dustin encounters some church conference flavored stranger danger, Mel shares her PieTSD,we celebrate one-kid parents, your...2023-11-0854 minModern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)Modern Dadhood | Unpacking Fatherhood + Parenting for Dads (and Moms!)The Funny Side of Fatherhood | Comedian Dustin Nickerson on Fatherhood, Comedy, and Work EthicIt was never all that easy to predict the future, but it always felt like there were at least a few things you could rely on. However, these days, the fate of even some of the more historically steadfast institutions is murky at best: for example, the notion of attending college to get a degree so you can venture out on the path to your career. What will any of that look like in five or ten years? Will affordable higher ed even exist? Will AI scoop up all the jobs? Will our kids live with us until they...2023-06-0936 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDustin and Mel Have a Field Day!Grab your Keds, jean shorts, and water balloons Backseaters, because it’s FIELD DAY and there are no tears, sorrow, nor pain where we’re going. That’s right, Dustin and Mel take us on a journey through the final days of school year, reminiscing on egg tosses with your besties, hacking the classroom prize economy, loathing long division, the “Drinking Wisconsinbly” theory, a bingo dingo on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and celebrating the one year anniversary of their hit book, How to Be Married (to Melissa).  Enjoy the show! Watch the new comedy special, Runs in the...2023-06-0759 minDon\'t Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonDon't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa NickersonSorry About Your Pie with Kellen EskrineKellen Erskine jumps in the hot seat today dropping some must have marriage and family tips that you don’t want to miss! Everything from amusement parks, his wife’s favorite pie recipes, Cruise Ships quandaries, and much more. Check out Kellen Erskine tour dates at: https://www.kellenerskine.com/ Listen to Dustin on Kellen’s Podcast The Book Pile: https://thebookpile.buzzsprout.com/1505809/12524279-how-to-be-married-to-melissa-by-dustin-nickerson-with-guest-dustin-nickerson   Watch the new comedy special, Runs in the Family >> Dustin Nickerson | Runs in the Family (Full Comedy Special) #newcomedy #standupcomedy Don’t forget, you can now WA...2023-04-1956 minLove or WorkLove or WorkHow to Stay Married | Melissa & Dustin NickersonThis week we are hearing from Dustin and Melissa Nickerson. Dustin Nickerson is a stand-up comedian, and an author who recently published the book “How to Be Married (to Melissa). Melissa Nickerson is the CFO of Dustin Nickerson Comedy. Dustin and Melissa Nickerson co-host a podcast about family, relationships, and comedy called “Don’t Make Me Come Back There”. In this episode, you can listen out for these three things: Legoland Sex, posting a vacation picture, and that there’s no losing or failing in marriage and relationships. Dustin and Melissa share their journey from being high-school sweethearts, to navigating...2023-03-2846 minAll It Takes Is A GoalAll It Takes Is A GoalATG 78: Master the art of your craft - My conversation with comedian, Dustin NickersonAnyone who has decided to turn their hobby or passion into a career eventually comes to the the realization that what they love doing isn’t just about having fun anymore. That means you have to learn how to excel at it and monetize it, or as Dustin Nickerson would say, “Everyone likes to drive the car, but somebody has to work on it, right?” Dustin is an author, podcaster, and professional comedian who performs in over 300 shows a year. He’s appeared on Comedy Central, Hulu, Fox, and Netflix alongside Kevin Hart. Dustin joins me for a hilari...2022-06-201h 01