Dads of the Multiverse Podcast

Josh goes solo to keep it real about that deep-down tired every parent knows—the kind that no nap can fix. From juggling toddler meltdowns and teenage drama to the invisible mental load and creeping burnout, Josh shares what it really means to show up when you’re running on empty. Packed with honest reflections, pop culture nods, and a reminder that sometimes, just showing up is the biggest win. If you’re a dad—or just someone who’...

In this introspective solo episode, Josh (aka Bearded, aka The Parental Variant That Respawns With Snacks) opens up about what it really means to be a present, intentional dad across multiple stages of life. From raising a toddler navigating speech therapy and early intervention to parenting two teenage stepdaughters he proudly calls his own—this is the unfiltered reality of showing up, messing up, and trying again.

With a little hu...

Welcome to the most unhinged listicle episode in the Multiverse. Josh, Corey, and Marcus each unleash their own Top 10s—from petty superpowers we’d take without hesitation, to which games we think are Top 10. It’s hilarious. It’s chaotic. And yes, Marcus gets roasted so hard we’re legally required to include a fire extinguisher with this episode.

This isn’t just a filler ep. This is therapy with dice rolls, dad jokes, and deep c...

He’s a father. He’s a leader. He’s... maybe the reason Shady Sands is now a radioactive crater. In this episode, we dig deep into Fallout's Hank MacLean—the man who tried to rule with love and logic, but ended up lying, bombing, and breaking his kids in the process. Was it duty? Was it delusion? Or was it the inevitable cost of leadership in a crumbling world?

Join us as we navigate his double life as a devoted dad and cold-blooded ...

In this episode, we dive deep into the life and legacy of Giovanni, the infamous leader of Team Rocket and one of the most complex figures in the Pokémon universe. Beyond his criminal empire, there’s a deeper story—one that ties him to Silver, his estranged son, and even to Ash Ketchum in ways that spark wild fan theories. Was Giovanni always destined for villainy, or did something push him down that path? How does his fractured re...

We’re breaking down one of the most unlikely yet relatable dads in animated history—Shrek. The guy who just wanted to live in his swamp, be left alone, and have a nice quiet life… but no, life had other plans. Sound familiar? Yeah, welcome to fatherhood.

Shrek starts his journey as the ultimate ‘Leave-Me-Alone’ dad. He’s cranky, sarcastic, and would rather wrestle an angry dragon than deal with people. But fatherhood? That’s the...

Wilden Lightfoot is the father of Ian and Barley Lightfoot in Pixar’s Onward (2020). Though he never physically appears alive in the movie, his presence drives the entire story. Wilden was a devoted father who passed away before Ian was born, but he left behind something extraordinary: a magical spell that could bring him back for one full day.

Wilden wasn’t physically there, but did that make him any less of a father?

Ho...

Wilden Lightfoot is the father of Ian and Barley Lightfoot in Pixar’s Onward (2020). Though he never physically appears alive in the movie, his presence drives the entire story. Wilden was a devoted father who passed away before Ian was born, but he left behind something extraordinary: a magical spell that could bring him back for one full day.Wilden wasn’t physically there, but did that make him any less of a father?

How do parents...