

Don't Make Me Come Back There with Dustin & Melissa Nickerson
Dustin Nickerson
Family, relationships, and comedy are the things that tie us all together. Hosts Dustin and Melissa Nickerson bring us in to have a laugh about it all.
Each week they dive into the funny realities of parenting, marriage, childhood, siblings, and so much more. It's funny, and a little a bit serious. The best way to handle family.
Each week they dive into the funny realities of parenting, marriage, childhood, siblings, and so much more. It's funny, and a little a bit serious. The best way to handle family.
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May 3, 2023 • 1h 7min
247: All Talls Go To Tucson
Backseaters, jump on in, and buckle up. If you’re tall however, sorry not sorry if there’s no leg room. Short King and Queen Dustin and Mel are ruling the thrones up front today as we reminisce on the kids growing older, family swimming across the nation, a thorough review of Super Mario World at Universal Studios, a fan question on whether they should pursue professional stand up or not, and more of your emails. Watch the new comedy special, Runs in the Family Dustin Nickerson | Runs in the Family (Full Comedy Special) #newcomedy #standupcomedy : https://youtu.be/0Dybn3Atj9k Don’t forget, you can now WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson. - This Week’s Sponsor: BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone. - Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!” https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/how-to-be-married-to-melissa/ Check out our Patreon page! Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Apr 26, 2023 • 1h 3min
246: Euro Nights with the Nickersons
Roll down the windows for this one back seaters, the smell of a surprise new segment has permeated the show today. While we prepare to taste the first ever Ranch Soda Cocktail, Dustin and Mel recap their travels in Europe and starting fights with their kids at 1am. Dustin may have also broke a world record for comedian travel, and we Bingo DIngo the all new Super Mario Bros. movie.
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 WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson.
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This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Apr 19, 2023 • 57min
246: Sorry About Your Pie with Kellen Eskrine
Kellen 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 WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson. - This Week’s Sponsor: BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone. - Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!” Check out our Patreon page! Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Apr 12, 2023 • 54min
245: You Can't Have Pokémon and Hate Your Parents
Mel and Dustin aren’t kidding around when it comes to the tweenie meanies. If you thought parenting little ones is hard, settle in, hot takes from the front seat inbound. Mel drops us a lesson on the ever changing mind and body of a woman, she forgets about her pregnancies, we answer the age old’ question; “Would you recommend having kinds?”, we cover the sacrifices necessary for graduating to a teen, and more.
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 WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson.
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This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

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Apr 5, 2023 • 1h 7min
244: What's the ROI on Kids? with Taylor Tomlinson
In this engaging conversation, comedian Taylor Tomlinson shares her thoughts on future kids and the realities of balancing a career in comedy. She hilariously recounts her most embarrassing moment during COVID involving dairy and a hula hoop. The discussion also delves into the challenges of modern parenting, the differing perspectives between Millennials and Gen Z, and the struggles of personal and professional life amidst societal expectations. Taylor's vibrant personality brings humor and relatability to the complexities of family planning and career aspirations.

Mar 29, 2023 • 50min
243: You Get the Car When Grandpa Dies
Hold on backseaters, Dustin and Mel kick it into high gear after a weekend in Seattle and a blitz of appearances coming up because the new comedy special, Runs in the Family, is out NOW! Amidst the excitement we still take some time to chat about the teenage time continuum of aging, why some people hate states and places, Dustin’s hot DIY takes, and more.
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 WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson.
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This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Mar 22, 2023 • 1h 14min
243: Keep it Goin' for Pete Lee
Mel and Dustin squeeze our guest Pete Lee up front, knees up against the radio and all this week, and he doesn’t even mind because he is SO NICE. We are delighted to welcome him to the show. Pete shares all about his somewhat recent engagement, why he wants a kid so bad, his legendary Tonight Show appearance, the legal reasons he had to shave his mustache, and so much more. Check out everything tour dates and more for Pete Lee at https://petelee.net/ and socials at http://www.instagram.com/peteleepeteleepetelee Don’t forget, you can now WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson. - This Week’s Sponsor: BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone. - Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!” Check out our Patreon page! Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show. Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice. Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Mar 15, 2023 • 54min
242: Tell Me You’re Pregnant Without Telling Me You’re Pregnant
Mel and Dustin Couldn’t drive faster today rushing our pregnant fans to the ER so buckle up back seaters, we’ve got a weekend update with Brian Regan, the Nickerson’s upgrade their family sports status, Mel drops the sleepiest news article yet, and so much more!
Don’t forget, you can now WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson.
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This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Mar 8, 2023 • 1h 1min
241: What’s Worse? Austin or Girl Scout Cookies?
Pass the milk, Dustin and Mel return to the wheel with a mission; is there a better Girl Scout Cookie than the thin mint?! We’ll leave no cookie unturnt, as we try each flavor no matter how repulsive it sounds. In addition, Dustin has ALOT to say about Austin and Dallas, we’ve got a Bingo Dingo on Chris Rock’s new special, and more.
Don’t forget, you can now WATCH the show on YouTube for the full featured experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@DustinNickerson.
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This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.

Mar 1, 2023 • 57min
240: The Downside of Parent Getaways
The Downside of Parent Getaways
Crawling back into the driver’s seat, Dustin and Melissa return from their weekend parent getaway into the world of reluctant adulting. Like, Leaving Las Vegas…for a birthday at the office. You’ll also get to enjoy that awkward feeling from the backseat while watching your parents argue as they relive Dustin’s back failure and his “inability to accept love” from Melissa. Enjoy the ride!
Don’t forget, for the full featured experience you can now WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE!
This Week’s Sponsor:
BARK TECHNOLOGIES >> Keep Your Kids Safe with Bark Technologies and the NEW Bark Phone. Use promo code DONTMAKEME at www.bark.us for your free 7 day trial and 15% OFF your LIFETIME subscription AND get $200 off first year when you port your child's number to a Bark Phone.
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Order Dustin's book: How to Be Married (To Melissa) today!”
Check out our Patreon page!
Head to https://www.patreon.com/DustinNickerson for exclusive bonus content and to help support the show.
Want to be a part of the show? Shoot us a message to dontmakemecomebackthere@gmail.com and get your very own horrible parenting/relationship advice.
Don’t Make Me Come Back There is edited & produced in partnership with Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com.


