Episodes

Jonnie Jensen and Glen navigate a massive social media outage affecting Facebook and Instagram while launching the Happy Dad Challenge for October 11th. The Team Super Dad mission takes center stage as the hosts address the 2021 UK fuel crisis, blaming panic buyers at Jet and Shell stations for blocking emergency services. This news-heavy opening sets the stage for a deep dive into the psychological toll of modern fatherhood and the necessity of carving out personal space in a chaotic world. Jonnie Jensen details a six-month tactical battle against grey squirrels that infested his loft and destroyed electrical wiring, requiring a professional pest controller and an air pistol to resolve. Glen critiques the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, specifically targeting overpriced high-tech saunas and the lack of communal housing models like Peter Burke’s Speedy La initiative. The conversation moves to road safety, where the hosts propose tiered licensing for Range Rover drivers and recount a bizarre encounter with a swimmer named Adrian in the fast-flowing River Medway. Additional segments cover the frustrations of the Hinge dating app, the nutritional reality of a solo Domino’s family meal, and a Change.org petition demanding better reporting tools for digital sexual harassment. Glen shares a poignant reflection on attending a Tottenham Hotspur match with his father following the elder man's quadruple heart bypass surgery. This moment of vulnerability transitions into a discussion on the decadent day bath as a vital form of male self-care. Jonnie Jensen and Glen conclude with a tribute to the Two Ronnies, reminding listeners that children value focused time over expensive gifts.

Jonnie Jensen and Glen, the Dating Dad, lead a tribute to the late Jimmy Greaves, the legendary Tottenham Hotspur striker who passed away at 81. The conversation examines Greaves’ exclusion from the 1966 World Cup final and his transition into a beloved broadcaster. This retrospective on English football history anchors a broader look at the 'big reset' facing single fathers as post-lockdown relationship pressures lead to a surge in separations and the growth of the Kickstart coaching program. Glen details his recent flight training under a commercial pilot, mastering rudder pedals and pitch control to tick off a major bucket list goal. The report covers a black-tie operatic event at Glyndebourne, Lindy Hop lessons at Liverpool Street, and sunset cocktails at the Duck & Waffle on the 40th floor of the Salesforce Tower. Additional updates include the birth of Princess Beatrice’s child, the passing of Only Fools and Horses star John Challis, and the psychological impact of the hedonic treadmill as seen through a re-watch of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Jonnie Jensen advocates for radical honesty in long-term partnerships, suggesting tools like a sex jar to facilitate communication and remove shame. The hosts share personal anecdotes about the internal monologue during intimacy, comparing the experience to a mature version of the film Inside Out. The segment concludes with practical parenting strategies for maintaining bedtime boundaries and the importance of fathers mastering diverse social skills like salsa dancing and basic mechanics.

Jonnie Jensen and Glenn 'DatingDad' open this installment of the Team Super Dad Wrap Up with a cautionary tale regarding Crypto Nero, a fraudulent trading operation that targeted Jensen through a sophisticated withdrawal scam. The incident, which began with a leaked financial inquiry and initial trading gains, serves as a stark warning about the unregulated gray areas of blockchain investment and the importance of using verified platforms like Coinbase. Beyond the financial fallout, the duo examines the mechanics of consistency through the Super Dad Workout and the psychological pitfalls of New Year's resolutions. The conversation spans a diverse range of topics including the 'biscuit shuffler' parable of workplace productivity, the biological evolution of sharks versus trees, and a heated debate over heart coherency theories popularized by Sean Stevenson. They also provide a directory of Brighton-based tech repair services, specifically Mark Shah at OmniTech, following a hardware disaster involving a smashed laptop and iPad. Personal anecdotes round out the session as Jensen recounts performing emergency 'surgery' on school trousers and the logistics of a daughter’s shoe ending up in a tree. The hosts also draft their ultimate dinner party guest lists, featuring a mix of historical figures like Winston Churchill and modern comedians including Stephen Fry, Victoria Coren Mitchell, and Tim Minchin. Jonnie Jensen and Glenn conclude with a look at the future of driving as manual transmissions face obsolescence.

Jonnie Jensen and Glenn celebrate the 50th episode of The Wrap Up by examining the 4,000 percent surge in UK housing costs since 1971. The hosts contrast the £5,632 average home price of the decimalization era with today’s £247,000 market, questioning the ethics of modern property portfolios. This milestone broadcast integrates live StreamYard interactions with a deep look at the financial and social shifts defining the last five decades for fathers. Historical milestones from 1971 take center stage as the duo reviews the 50th anniversary of the Blue Peter time capsule and the release of Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On. Jensen details his recent cryptocurrency trading through an Indiegogo-funded Lumina 4K camera setup while seeking advice on vetting brokers like Jason Greystone. The report covers a neighbor dispute over foraged apples, a melted Tottenham Hotspur shirt at a bonfire, and the high cost of duck fat chips at the Hampton Court Palace food festival. Regional UK slang, sexual health clinic protocols in London, and the vocal range requirements for singing Blur or Green Day provide a dense look at modern British life. Glenn shares his 50-item bucket list featuring flying lessons and the Lindy Hop to boost his profile on dating apps. The hosts marvel at Ewan McGregor reaching the same age Alec Guinness was during the original Star Wars filming. Between impressions of Borat and Rory Bremner, the pair delivers a Ferris Bueller-inspired call for dads to take personal responsibility for their fitness and relationships.

Former music executive Kuti Mack joins Jonnie Jensen to detail his transition from the heights of the recording industry to a life dedicated to fatherhood and physical optimization. Mack recounts his time at Bad Boy Records working with Sean Puff Daddy Combs and managing projects for legends like Prince and Amy Winehouse before the digital disruption of Napster forced a total career reinvention. This shift from the music world to health coaching serves as a blueprint for fathers seeking to align their professional output with personal values. Kuti Mack and Jonnie Jensen break down the mechanics of the Super Dad Workout, a twelve-minute high-intensity routine designed to mitigate the chemical stress of modern life. Mack advocates for the use of masticating juicers to preserve nutrients in spinach and cucumber blends, while Jensen outlines the Hero Academy approach to building emotional bonds with children like Mack’s daughter, Emanuelle. The discussion provides specific strategies for overcoming procrastination and using Tabata-style training to maintain the energy levels required for active parenting. Beyond the physical metrics, Kuti Mack shares his philosophy on the power of now and the ability to restart a failing day at any moment. He reflects on the resilience gained from surviving industry upheavals and personal trauma, offering listeners a 15-minute consultation to find their own purpose. The conversation captures Mack’s infectious energy as he explains why his current memorabilia serves as a bridge between his past at the Grammys and his future in the fitness sector.

Jonnie Jensen and Glen analyze the psychological hurdles of modern fatherhood following a high-profile appearance by Sylvester Stallone and Al Pacino at a JT Fox conference in Los Angeles. The discussion centers on the Dunning-Kruger effect and how the 'Peak of Mount Stupidity' impacts everything from new hobbies to the growth of niche communities like the Punk Rock Dads Facebook group. They contrast these mental models with the spectacle of Major League Baseball’s Field of Dreams game in Iowa, where Kevin Costner led the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox into a cornfield before six million viewers. Glen details the logistics of a Mayfair speed dating event held in a converted church, where four-minute windows and five-pound pints define the search for rapport. The narrative shifts to a critique of Wetherspoons founder Tim Martin regarding his Brexit stance and pandemic-era treatment of staff, alongside a review of British cafe culture via the iFancyAFryUp database. Jonnie recounts a disastrous romantic encounter in Maidstone involving a Walkabout bar, a Pizza Hut employee, and the loss of a ninety-pound pale blue jacket. Additional segments cover the John Hancock Center in Chicago, the cultural legacy of Jennifer Coolidge in American Pie, and the utility of the Coxheath Cafe for biker-friendly fry-ups. Jonnie Jensen pledges to join the bone marrow registry while advocating for blood donation to support children with leukemia. The hosts debunk cellular memory myths involving heart transplant recipients and share a laugh about the 'Stifler’s Mum' phenomenon. Guest Stuart Roberts is mentioned as the team prepares for a fiftieth-episode special in Margate and the launch of the Happy Dad Challenge.

Jonnie Jensen and Glenn the Dating Dad celebrate a landmark Tottenham Hotspur victory over Manchester City to open the Premier League season. The hosts analyze the tactical shift of the Hero Academy toward monthly training cycles while maintaining the weekly community hangouts that define the Team Superdad experience. This philosophical check-in balances the high-energy return of football traditions with the practical realities of modern fatherhood and relationship maintenance. Jensen details a six-month anniversary milestone involving a relationship gratitude exercise and a humorous case of mistaken identity at a wedding show venue. The conversation moves through the cultural impact of Dom Joly and Trigger Happy TV, the aesthetic failures of 2005-era Kappa football kits, and the emotional logistics of reuniting with family from Lake Annecy, France, after two years of travel restrictions. Glenn provides professional insight into peak performance recovery, citing the necessity of scheduled downtime after major business deals to prevent the burnout often seen in independent business owners. Jonnie Jensen recounts a nostalgic return to his former home in Kemptown and a family outing to Brighton Pier that resulted in a bout of motion sickness. The duo reflects on the concept of blips versus breakdowns, arguing that the secret to long-term success in fitness and dating lies in the ability to forgive oneself for minor setbacks. Glenn shares his five-hour round trip to Northampton as a testament to the stepping stones required in the modern dating journey.

Michael Dominguez achieved financial freedom at age 60 by transitioning from a middle-management role with zero net worth into a strategic property investor. In this discussion with Jonnie Jensen, Dominguez outlines the armchair real estate millionaire strategy, which prioritizes acquiring quality properties in premium neighborhoods over high-volume, low-quality portfolios. He argues that as few as three correctly leveraged properties can secure a seven-figure net worth, provided investors avoid the high-pressure sales tactics of expensive seminars and focus on long-term market fundamentals. Dominguez details his ten-year acquisition plan, utilizing forced appreciation and refinancing to fund subsequent purchases while maintaining a low-effort management style. The conversation covers regional market shifts, such as the population decline in New York City compared to the rapid growth of Toronto, and the Down From Londoners (DFL) phenomenon driving up coastal property prices in the UK. Dominguez also explains the financial logic of house hacking for millennials and why renting a primary residence in high-cost markets like London can sometimes be more profitable than buying if the capital is deployed elsewhere. Jonnie Jensen shares his own experiences with the Hero Academy and the pitfalls of four-thousand-pound 'millionaire maker' events that rely on emotional manipulation. Michael Dominguez reflects on his journey from a self-described C-student to a leading realtor, emphasizing that it is never too late to start, citing a client who built a family legacy beginning in his mid-sixties. The pair also explore the necessity of financial compatibility in post-divorce relationships and the importance of outsourcing low-value tasks to focus on wealth-building activities.

Jeff Bezos and the Blue Origin team face mockery over the phallic design of their New Shepard rocket as the billionaire space race with Richard Branson and Elon Musk intensifies. The competition between private aerospace giants now mirrors the high-stakes wagers of Around the World in 80 Days, with private budgets dwarfing NASA resources. This shift toward extreme commercialization extends to the Tokyo Olympics, where the era of the amateur athlete has vanished in favor of corporate sponsorship and medals manufactured from recycled mobile phones. British BMX stars Beth Shriever and Kye Whyte secured historic podium finishes in Tokyo, with Whyte overcoming a previous induced coma to take silver. In the boxing ring, Mourad Aliev staged a viral sit-down protest following a disqualification, drawing comparisons to football manager Barry Fry and his legendary pitch-side superstitions. Beyond the stadium, the legacy of Mel Brooks and the racial satire of Blazing Saddles face modern scrutiny, while composer Hans Zimmer is revealed as the surprising creative force behind the iconic Going For Gold television theme. Local Brighton legends like the Booze Brothers and Mike Here are credited with pioneering the gig economy long before mainstream delivery apps existed. Childhood memories of Swiss pharmacies and the confusion of rectal medicine for sore throats provide a candid look at the absurdity of parenting across borders. Glenn and Jonnie recount the physical toll of the Classical Ibiza festival at Mote Park, where a Jägermeister-fueled performance earned one host the nickname Zebedee. The reality of aging takes center stage during a frank discussion on prostate exams and the logistical nightmare of navigating an IKEA warehouse with four children.

Dan Reed, the founder of Career Dad, joins Jonnie Jensen to challenge the modern narrative that fathers must abandon corporate employment for entrepreneurship to achieve work-life balance. Reed details his high-stakes transition from Barclays to Adobe, highlighting how he leveraged the LinkedIn Live feature to advocate for a new professional standard. The conversation centers on the necessity of maintaining a successful career while dismantling the traditional absent-father archetype that has dominated the corporate landscape for decades. The shift toward remote work and geographic democratization allows professionals in Manchester or North Wales to occupy roles once reserved for London-based commuters. Reed introduces the concept of leaving loudly, where employees openly announce departures for school runs or therapy to normalize personal life in the workplace. This model moves away from bums on seats monitoring toward output-based performance metrics. The discussion also addresses the guilt wheel, a cycle where fathers overwork to provide financial stability only to face domestic resentment, a topic Reed explored during his own journey through therapy and lifestyle-creep management. Personal anecdotes about morning Peloton routines and weekly golf outings illustrate the essential nature of self-care in preventing burnout. Reed shares how his wife, a legal professional, influenced his financial ethics and helped him adopt a take-home mentality to secure family time. Jonnie Jensen introduces the Balance versus Burnout Calculator, suggesting that fathers dedicate twenty-five percent of their time to self-investment to remain effective leaders at home and in the office.

A chance encounter in Thailand and comparisons to the chaotic plot of The Hangover lead a discussion on the six degrees of separation and the evolution of modern fatherhood. The Team Super Dad community celebrates reaching 203 members in its Facebook group while addressing the mission of providing power, freedom, and joy to men navigating the complexities of parenting and personal identity. Secondary topics include the mechanics of dating app algorithms on platforms like Bumble and Hinge, where skewed gender ratios and 'Viking beard' trends dominate the user experience. The hosts detail the impact of COVID-19 isolation pings on primary school leavers' assemblies and the logistical failures of school IT systems. Personal anecdotes cover a wide range of male experiences, from a long-term daily moisturizing routine started at age 16 to the resolution of a four-year-old feud between fathers at a school sports day. The conversation also touches on the creative process of abstract painting fueled by Radiohead and Muse, the financial betrayal of friends struggling with addiction, and the cost-effective appeal of Lidl's craft beer alternatives to BrewDog. Parenting interruptions occur in real-time as a child refuses bedtime, prompting a look at the awkward physical growth stages of 11-to-14-year-olds. The hosts share a humorous account of a country mansion wedding featuring a tiered cheese cake and the aftermath of a son falling asleep in a full suit. Upcoming events include the Happy Dad 5 Day Challenge and the annual family picnic at Mote Park in Maidstone.

Jonnie and Glen record the first face-to-face Team Super Dad Wrap Up from a kitchen in the United Kingdom to mark the arrival of Freedom Day. As COVID-19 restrictions lift across the country, the hosts navigate the technical hurdles of a live stream while debating the social utility of mask-wearing on the London Underground and in local supermarkets. The conversation shifts from the immediate politics of the pandemic to the emotional weight of children missing primary school milestones due to ongoing self-isolation protocols. Financial stability takes center stage as the hosts highlight a new training module within the Hero Academy designed to help fathers avoid bankruptcy and manage mounting credit card debt. Beyond finance, the episode details the launch of a 30-day fitness challenge aimed at longevity, contrasting current health goals with the physical toll of lockdown weight gain. Secondary stories include a review of the civil unrest and infrastructure looting in South Africa, the environmental hazards of flushable wipes in domestic plumbing, and the historical engineering failures of British tanks during World War II compared to the American Sherman. Social blunders and dating strategies provide the lighter moments of the session, including a cringeworthy anecdote about a wedding guest mistakenly asked about a pregnancy. Glen showcases a vintage Barcelona shirt, sparking a debate on Ronaldinho’s 2006 peak and the merits of 1984 pop compilations like Now That’s What I Call Music 3. The hosts conclude with a call for single fathers to leverage their social networks for dating introductions rather than relying solely on the mental drain of mobile apps.

The Euro 2020 final between England and Italy serves as a flashpoint for a national reckoning as Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford, and Jadon Sancho face a wave of racist abuse following the match. The fallout includes the defacement of the Marcus Rashford mural and a surge in social media vitriol, prompting calls for the legal tracking of anonymous accounts. This cultural moment is contrasted with the sportsmanship of Italian captain Giorgio Chiellini and the heartbreak of a historic loss on home soil. Beyond the pitch, Stuart Roberts discusses his recent house swap between San Diego and San Francisco and his book Visibility, which addresses recovery from marital breakdown. Personal anecdotes from the week include a 14-year-old’s first hangover from Belgian cherry beer during the final, a confrontation with a xenophobic neighbor in Rochester, and the successful purchase of a PlayStation 5. The conversation also touches on the release of Marvel’s Black Widow at Cineworld and the evolution of movie soundtracks in films like Reservoir Dogs and Guardians of the Galaxy. Stuart Roberts joins the community to share insights on fatherhood while the hosts navigate the complexities of modern dating and ghosting. The episode captures the specific tension of 2021, from the "sex pond" hot tub trends on Facebook to the lingering shadow of the 1966 World Cup. Upcoming guests Yaro Starak and Dan Reed are announced as the team continues to explore the intersection of parenting and personal growth.

Stewart Roberts faced a total family breakdown and a request for divorce from his wife of 12 years despite his material success as a Wall Street trader and Shanghai-based angel investor. This crisis forced a radical pivot from a life of 15-hour workdays and late-night drinking to a structured recovery documented in his book, Visibility: Playing to Win the Game of Life. Roberts joins Jonnie Jensen to detail the specific frameworks used to save his marriage and physical health while living in San Diego. Roberts outlines his five-pronged approach to success, emphasizing that men often double down on career efforts while failing in physical health and relationships. The discussion details the China Study plant-based diet experiment, the 16-hour intermittent fasting protocol inspired by Ben Greenfield, and the physiological benefits of cold showers for nervous system regulation. Roberts also introduces the Reconnection Conversation framework and his monthly accountability dinners where groups of twelve men move past chest-beating to discuss fatherhood and business failures. Additional insights include the use of the Insight Timer app for morning meditation and the financial logistics of luxury home exchanges in Spain and Portugal. Stewart Roberts shares the raw reality of dropping his daughter at kindergarten while his personal life was in shambles, describing it as his rock bottom moment. Jonnie Jensen reflects on the high rates of male suicide and the necessity of the Hero Academy program to truncate the period of pain for fathers. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted look at the Euro 2021 final and the potential for a live firewalking event with Tolly Burkan.

British football icon Paul Gascoigne and his legendary pre-match superstitions lead a wide-ranging look at modern fatherhood and cultural shifts. Jonnie Jensen and Glen analyze the bizarre longevity of John Tyler’s lineage, noting that the 10th US President, born in 1790, still has living grandchildren in the 21st century. This historical anomaly anchors a broader discussion on how generational gaps are closing in the digital age. Global weather patterns take center stage as a record-breaking 49-degree Celsius heatwave in Canada sparks a debate over the scientific merits of Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit’s 18th-century temperature scale. On the pitch, the Football Association’s decision to extend mixed-gender football to the under-18 level draws praise for merit-based inclusion, while Tottenham Hotspur fans react to the appointment of Nuno Espirito Santo. The hosts also examine the viral success of the Ideal Seat app, which uses statistical modeling to help baseball fans catch foul balls, and the rise of the 2020 cricket format as a high-speed alternative to traditional Test matches. Personal anecdotes provide a lighter touch, from the unwritten social contracts of the local barbershop queue to the etiquette of stashing vodka at a house party to avoid thirsty guests. Glen addresses his growing reputation as a Gareth Southgate lookalike, weighing the pros and cons of professional impersonation during the England manager’s waistcoat-fueled rise to fame. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming training sessions with Tracy Poizner on navigating teenage communication after divorce.

Jonnie Jensen and Glen mark the forty-second installment of their series by exploring the legacy of Douglas Adams and the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. The duo analyzes the cultural shift toward celebrity boxing spectacles, specifically the financial and physical stakes of the Logan Paul versus Floyd Mayweather exhibition. Jensen details the expansion of the Team Super Dad Hero Academy, a community designed to move fathers from stagnation to intentional living through structured accountability. Professional blunders take center stage as Jonnie Jensen recounts an O2 marketing mishap where an irreverent internal placeholder was accidentally broadcast to live customers. The conversation shifts to the Dirty Rotten Scramble obstacle course, where a former Royal Marine led a team through a grueling 10k mud run. Fitness expert Martin Sharp joins the narrative to discuss his nine-stone weight loss journey, while the hosts critique the media blackout surrounding the London Freedom March on June 26, 2021. Additional segments cover Yaro Starak's Blogging Mastermind, the rebranding of the Happy Dads Facebook group, and the logistics of family holidays in Jaywick. Glen admits to a decade-long struggle with finishing online courses while Jonnie Jensen reveals his preference for the team principal role in a hypothetical Formula One career. The pair shares a final piece of trivia regarding Douglas Adams being the first person in the United Kingdom to purchase an Apple Macintosh. This episode captures the first in-person meeting between the two hosts amidst a backdrop of muddy trails and eclectic Spotify playlists.

The UK media landscape is witnessing a watershed moment for fatherhood as schools and retailers elevate Father's Day to the same cultural status as Mother's Day. Adrian Burgess and Dan Flanagan of the Fatherhood Institute report that 78% of men increased their time spent with children during the pandemic, signaling a permanent shift in domestic labor. This evolution is mirrored in the rise of support networks like Team Super Dad, which now mentors men through the complexities of co-parenting, financial literacy, and mental health. Recent cultural shifts extend to the Euro 2020 tournament and the diversification of sports broadcasting. Alex Scott and other female pundits are normalizing representation in football, even as fans face criticism for the state of Trafalgar Square following Scotland’s London takeover. In the tech and business world, the generational divide is widening as Whitehall networking events swap paper business cards for LinkedIn QR codes, while billionaires like Steve Wozniak and Richard Branson dominate the new space race and celebrity media cycles. Digital transformation is also hitting the wallet, with the rise of prepaid cards and betting apps ending the era of physical cash and paper betting slips. Personal resilience takes center stage as former Royal Marine Mark Ormrod shares his journey from losing three limbs in Afghanistan to becoming a property investor. Between discussions of firewalking with Beardy Man Adventures and a looming 10K obstacle course, the reality of modern parenting remains grounded in the mundane. From navigating Xbox-induced meltdowns in Brighton to the nostalgic comedy of Trevor and Simon, the focus remains on being the best version of a father despite the chaos of broken light switches and clogged toilets.

Mark Ormrod MBE survived a catastrophic IED explosion in Afghanistan on Christmas Eve 2007, resulting in the loss of three limbs and a grueling path to recovery. The former Royal Marines commando turned Invictus Games medalist and entrepreneur shares the raw reality of his 2007 trauma and the subsequent 12-year journey of living entirely without a wheelchair. His story gained global attention after a viral training video of a fall on running blades reached 7 million viewers, highlighting his philosophy on physical space and self-reliance. Ormrod details his transition from the military to digital entrepreneurship, utilizing tools like the Insight Timer app and the Facebook supporters group to scale his mission. He outlines the F5 framework—Focus, Fitness, Finance, Family, and Fun—while advocating for a "double tapping" strategy to maximize productivity through audiobooks and podcasts. The narrative covers his rehabilitation in the United States, his relationship resilience with Becky Ormrod, and his recent achievement of raising £400,000 through an open sea swim. He emphasizes that modern technology and smartphones have leveled the playing field for disabled veterans to build sustainable income streams. Jonnie Jensen and Mark Ormrod critique the modern culture of participation trophies, arguing that shielding children from failure robs them of essential life skills. Ormrod reflects on his primary identity as a father of three, choosing to lead by example rather than making excuses for his physical limitations. The conversation concludes with a serious call to action regarding men's mental health, urging fathers to bypass the pressure of being a sole provider and seek community support through the Team Superdad Hero Academy.

Jonnie Jensen and Glen return to the London nightlife scene as COVID-19 restrictions ease, navigating the gentrified streets of Walthamstow and London Bridge. The hosts recount a multi-day social streak following an AstraZeneca vaccine appointment, contrasting the modern landscape of vegan eateries and craft breweries with the gritty, industrial reputation of East London thirty years ago. Digital preservation takes center stage as one host details a £700 data recovery bill to rescue two terabytes of family history from a failed hard drive. The discussion spans the evolution of social media from the Lycos and Windows Phone era to the current dominance of the Apple ecosystem. Beyond technology, the segment covers a 100% surge in Penny Farthing bicycle sales among middle-aged hipsters, the Saudi Arabian proposal for a biennial FIFA World Cup, and Amazon’s strategic acquisition of MGM to bolster its streaming library. Personal anecdotes include a rain-soaked caravan trip to Selsey, West Sussex, where a game of Yahtzee turned chaotic, and a dangerous Countdown-themed drinking game that resulted in a broken foot. Jonnie Jensen introduces a Hero Academy session featuring a former Merchant Navy captain turned sex coach who experienced a sexual awakening at age 67. The conversation takes a humorous turn regarding a viral parody of Wayne Lineker in a Wetherspoons and the specific requirements for Glen’s vision board, which must include a partner who appreciates the pageantry of the Eurovision Song Contest.

Jonnie Jensen and Glenn the Dating Dad confront the absurdity of the London Mayoral election as Lawrence Fox polls neck-and-neck with satirical candidate Count Binface. The duo analyzes the cultural fallout of the UK's post-lockdown reopening, noting a surge in Jägermeister consumption and the logistical chaos of the Champions League final move from Istanbul. They contrast the modern ease of Google and Wikipedia with the era of 80s double glazing salesmen depicted in the comedy series White Gold. Jonnie Jensen celebrates his 47th birthday with a Thriva health report placing his metabolic age at 35 while navigating the rigid booking requirements of the London dating scene. Glenn recounts a failed first date in Paddington that ended over a fundamental disagreement about the city's merits. The pair reviews the profane legacy of Derek and Clive albums by Peter Cook and Dudley Moore, the technical specs of the Amazon Echo Studio, and the convenience of Apple Watch NFC payments on the London Underground. Additional reports cover the UK travel green list, the definition of Chatham House Rules, and the 2016 election seat decided by a single vote. Jonnie Jensen reveals a major relationship milestone after accidentally dropping the L-bomb following a recent duathlon. The hosts share memories of East London raves, stage-diving mishaps, and the drag scene at Madame Moo Moos in Maidstone. Glenn and Jonnie invite listeners to a future photo pub crawl designed to help single dads upgrade their dating profile imagery through community support.