In this episode of Have Kids They Said, Rich and Nicole spiral from summer planning stress to existential dread—with plenty of laughs (and chaos) along the way. Rich delivers heartbreaking news about American cheese that shakes Nicole to her core. They dive into the science behind your morning coffee routine, debate whether Taylor Swift is quietly reshaping male grooming, and ask the big question: are we even doing this parenting thing right?

Throw in some backhanded compliments, an email mishap, and a parenting trick that might actually change your day, and you’ve got another wild ride you won’t want to miss.

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This week on Have Kids, They Said, Nicole is joined by a very special guest, Sara, aka Rich’s better half, who steps in while he’s out.

The episode kicks off with birthday madness: Are kids' gift expectations getting totally out of hand? Nicole and Sara weigh in with personal stories, including Nicole’s hilarious (and slightly terrifying) tale of why 3-year-old Parker escaped from a hibachi restaurant.

The duo also dives into the struggle of convincing their daughters that they are still cool. (Legitimately. Probably. Maybe?) They discuss the etiquette and practicality of gift registries, both for birthdays and housewarmings: helpful or too much?

Weekend sports get the spotlight next, with both moms discussing their roles on the sidelines...Are you a full-on Mama Bear when your kid is in the game? Or more of a Zen Zone cheerleader?

Things get real when Sara introduces the world of Black Shower Girl Tok (check out the creators' handles below!) and insists everyone join immediately. That spirals into some next-level oversharing (yes, from both of them), childhood flashbacks, and Emmy’s questions that lead to a few stories from Nicole and Sara’s teenage past.

🖤 Spotlight on Black Girl Shower Tok

As Sara mentioned in today’s episode, Black Girl Shower Tok is something we all need in our lives...right now. It’s about self-care, all shared by talented Black creators who bring authenticity and creativity to your scroll.

✨ Here are the queens she shouted out:

Jaz Turner – @jazturner16

Frieda – @pickleflipflops

Terree Ann – @terreetaughtme

Go follow, show love, and support these creators!

Thanks for tuning in, and as always—parenting may be chaos, but at least we’re in it together.

Cya! 👋

Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.

If you’d like to send us a message or ask a question email us at HKTSpod@gmail.com

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Nicole @mashupnicole

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Nicole rolls in rocking the gun show (thank you, no shirt sleeves), and things spiral hilariously from there. The duo tackles tattoos, parent exhaustion, and Nicole’s schedule that would break mere mortals. A wild convo about jersey numbers leads to a very awkward rabbit hole. 👀

Matt drops in with a story every dad dreads from his youth, Benny’s relaxation, and rotisserie chicken causes unexpected debate. Nicole’s done with kid negotiations, Rich reigns as king of empty threats, and Sara’s big reactions are driving rich bonkers. Etiquette reminders are dropped, cringe is embraced, and Rich reveals how Sara made an old lady clutch her pearls.

🎧 Tune in, laugh hard, and don’t forget to follow, rate, and share!

Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.

If you’d like to send us a message or ask a question email us at HKTSpod@gmail.com

Follow on social media:

Instagram @havekidstheysaidpod

Nicole @mashupnicole

Rich @richdavis

and @siriusxm