Episodes

In a world where common sense took a backseat… two kids armed with nothing but a cardboard box, a questionable mattress, and a dream, dared to defy gravity – and basic safety. This week, we dive headfirst (sometimes literally...

Peanut butter & beef jerky. Pasta & ketchup. Cigars & cheese puffs. The culinary crimes are real - and so is Cousin Clash Pt. 2. Continuing the nonsense where we left off with Melissa McParland and Olivia Carriero

What do toxic cookies, getting “Ape’d” and fake pharmaceuticals have in common? Just your average day in our family. In this episode of Dysfunctional Dialogue “ Cousin Clash” , I’m joined by my daughter Melissa McParland and ...

In a world where mind reading is painful…One dungeon holds too many secrets…And pants... are no longer just for legs… some chaotic early episodes give birth to something dysfunctional, something… unforgettable. From the maker...

Old friends, forgotten tales, and college stories that should’ve stayed buried... But We Hit ‘Record’ Instead! Join us, as Mike Esposito and I pick up the fun, right where we left off in Part 1, and continue to pry open the d...

Some memories are too funny - or too ridiculous - not to resurface. In this episode, three college buddies crack open dusty mental drawers unearthing forgotten tales of chaos, poor decisions, an international incident and an ...

Three friends. Many drinks. Zero filters. This marmot maelstrom is the kind of discussion that makes you wonder: “Should I be laughing at this?” (Answer: Absolutely!) Join me, along with Steve Macaluso and Steve Aselta, for a...

Busted by the cops. Will they get locked up or get away scot-free? Join me as my wonderful daughter Melissa and I discuss some of our brushes with the law and muse over hot wet garbage day and other charms of NYC.

Nipples for Fingers? ... and other existential hot potatoes. Welcome to Part 2 of Good and Evil with Erin McParland. Waxing philosophical and nonsensical. With a special tribute to the late, great, Chuck Howe.

Sibling Smackdown, Mental Plot Twists and a Brush with the Law!. Come join me with my, fun-loving, sister Erin as we go deep into the memories and roll with some hypothetical Hijinx.

Suddenly you're a fetus again. And other odd twists and turns as I trade wisdom for weirdness with one of the sharpest wits out there. Come join me with my son, Alex.

Grab your popcorn and beverage and enjoy the surround sound laughter as John and Steve further explore the lifelong, offbeat, odyssey of Chris Petrillo.

Grab your popcorn and beverage and enjoy the surround sound laughter as John and Steve further explore the lifelong, offbeat, odyssey of Chris Petrillo.

Grab your popcorn and beverage and enjoy the surround sound laughter as John and Steve further explore the lifelong, offbeat, odyssey of Chris Petrillo.

This one has an added layer of dysfunction as Steve Macaluso and I enjoy the company of Chris Petrillo, hilariously working through his tech issues and recalling his antics over the years. Steve and I had discussed Chris on E...

Step into our home as my wife and I laugh hard while we publicly roast and lampoon each other while trading embarrassing stories from over the years. @dysfunctionaldialogue.com

The fun continues with my college buddy Jeff Candee, after Bill and Tim ("Karma Whiplash") dropped off. Really funny college stories and incredible family stories!

An entertaining time with three of my college buddies, Jeff, Tim and Bill as we unveil some bizarre lore from back in the day.

Fun Conversation with my daughter Melissa, discussing some uncomfortable moments from her teenage years. This was just the second podcast I recorded, after the one with my son John "Vomit on Your Hero". Enjoy!

Laughing to tears. Great time hanging with two of my longtime friends, Steve Macaluso and Steve Aselta. Telling some hilarious stories from the ol' days. Come sit hang out with us.

Two school friends swap odd, entertaining and nostalgic stories of their youth. Daring childhood mischief and adventures.

Old Friends, Great Stories and a Ridiculous Exchange

Would you rather vomit on your hero or have your hero vomit on you? A series of questions between father and son as they hilariously explore the absurd

Long-time marriage tested with hilarious exchange, roasting each other with stories