Overcommitted Podcast

On this episode, Annie is VERY upset all of the holiday decorations aren't up yet, but what really breaks the camels back is another thing breaking, in the house. When the kids give Mom a screen time PSA, she runs for the hills and the car wash. Also a trip to the Nutcracker is magical for everyone including the first act party guests who still get applause at the end. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thanksgiving went smoothly and without a family turkey trot. Kevin and Annie talk about the viral turkey trot prank and an awkward pre-thanksgiving Trader Joe's conversation. Also, whether you Elf on the Shelf or Advent Calendar, it's not going to be an organized affair in this house. And finally Kevin is bummed about not being as PTA involved as he used to be. In this episode, we prep for hosting by fixing the bathroom door. And Annie takes her 9 year old's mood far too personally. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this season of thankfulness, we just want to say how grateful we are to our little community here! We hope you had a great holiday. In this episode, we prep for hosting by fixing the bathroom door. And Annie takes her 9 year old's mood far too personally. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin and Annie look forward to Christmas music, hosting Thanksgiving and Kevin wants to do something with a pie. Also Annie overdoes it on the non-performative activism while Kevin finds himself in a struggling mini-SUV. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Kevin overcommits to a job he's not qualified for at the office and Annie finds herself in the middle of a police standoff but forgets to tell Kevin for days. Also Annie's considering a big overcommit while handling parent/teacher conferences and scholastic book fair and Kevin can't remember what day it is. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Halloween is over and Kevin was on the struggle bus the whole holiday, but we survived and now are getting ready for the overcommitted holiday season! Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Halloween everyone! Kevin and Annie talk about the overwhelm of the holiday especially as Annie puts way too much effort into her kid's Halloween costume and Kevin tries to get work done everywhere even at the swim meet. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're going to keep the pod a little more organized. On this pod, Kevin talks about having to give up caffeine and take it easier on the weekends. Also he shares his Struggle Bus of fear of missing out on kid events now that he has a new 9-5 while Annie is put in the Overcommitment Corner for taking on a giant holiday project a week and half before Halloween. Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin had an eventful, Hobbit filled birthday and Annie discovers exactly how alike she and her daughter are. Also follow your passions, whether it be LOTR LCG's or reality show podcasts, no matter how cringe you fear they are! Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin starts his first week of a new job and Annie tries to do it all in her new role as a SAHM. Kids are practicing more independence which is a mixed bag and Kevin is soon turning 41. Happy birthday Kevin! And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's almost spooky season and Annie is mad we haven't decorated yet. And we got to go to a friend's wedding with our kids, which was fun and makes us amend our previous statements. And finally, Kevin is going back into an office and experiencing some understandable trepidation. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Annie took the kids to the aquarium and yelled at them for not taking her to the bathroom. Kevin and Annie talk about not wanting your kids to make friends on vacation and we celebrate Bilbo and Frodo's birthday. Also, Kevin deals with an Adderall shortage, while Annie is dealing with feelings that she's not the fun parent. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Annie is desperately craving Fall or some kind of change. Meanwhile, swim meets are back and Kevin and Annie are starting to get the hang of the swim parent life. We talk about feeling antisocial or introverted around other parents and Kevin has a big incident with the kids that has him doing the old school parent yell “Both of you…on the couch!” And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, we chat about being aware of your space as a man, exercise being good for your mental health...apparently, not doing our own research and we get a rare opposite of "Burned by Your Kid" - a compliment! And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an eventful Labor Day weekend, we talk hosting, picture day and Annie's big feelings. Also another installment of "Burned by Your Kid." Send us yours! And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thanks to everyone who came out to our story time at Chevaliers and who came to see the Dumb Dads Live at Dynasty Typewriter. We recap these events and talk about another week back in school. Our daughter runs for student council and we can't help but try to write some jokes into her speech. Also a brief Adderall update from Kevin and at the very end in case you want to skip for your own mental health we talk about being affected by the school shooting in MN. Take care of yourselves and we love you! If you're in L.A., come see us on August 24th from 11 - 12:30 at Chevalier's Books - 133 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. https://chevaliersbooks.com/event/2025-08-24/back-school-civic-eq-educational-storytime-annie-and-kevin-laferriere Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back to school and the kid's energy is insane. Plus, Annie turned 42, but didn't feel much like celebrating and we start to be on the lookout for school bullying. If you're in L.A., come see us on August 24th from 11 - 12:30 at Chevalier's Books - 133 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. https://chevaliersbooks.com/event/2025-08-24/back-school-civic-eq-educational-storytime-annie-and-kevin-laferriere Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The kids have officially gone back to school and we overshot the first morning with lembas bread, crepes and friendship bracelets. If you're in L.A., come see us on August 24th from 11 - 12:30 at Chevalier's Books - 133 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. https://chevaliersbooks.com/event/2025-08-24/back-school-civic-eq-educational-storytime-annie-and-kevin-laferriere Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's almost back to school and we just finally took our kids' end of year photos. Annie worries about her kids acting out at an LAFC game and we talk about giving kids privacy. Also back to school shopping is everyone's favorite time! If you're in L.A., come see us on August 24th from 11 - 12:30 at Chevalier's Books - 133 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. https://chevaliersbooks.com/event/2025-08-24/back-school-civic-eq-educational-storytime-annie-and-kevin-laferriere Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We finally went on a date and we still like each other! We escaped an escape room and then helped our youngest escape his recent screen addiction. Turns out all it took was...trying a little bit harder. Kevin went to see Fantastic Four with our oldest and the only part she hated was the birth scene, which led us into talking about not filming our own birth...did you film yours? If you're in L.A., come see us on August 24th from 11 - 12:30 at Chevalier's Books - 133 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. https://chevaliersbooks.com/event/2025-08-24/back-school-civic-eq-educational-storytime-annie-and-kevin-laferriere Follow us @overcommittedpod. And follow Annie @annielaferriere and Kevin @thedumbdads or @kevlaf. If you want to send us an email, reach out at overcommittedpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.