Saddle up for a rodeo-themed episode of Dad, Please! Alex and Dad deep dive into the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and everything that makes it such a massive Texas tradition. From carnival rides and games to livestock events, shopping, live entertainment, and over-the-top food creations, they break down what makes rodeo season such a fun experience for all ages.
Dad also shares his experience attending the Parker McCollum concert at the rodeo, discussing the atmosphere, the concert setup inside NRG Stadium, and why Parker McCollum put on such an incredible performance. The conversation dives into the energy of rodeo concerts, crowd experiences, and whether seeing an artist at the rodeo feels different from a traditional concert venue.
Of course, no rodeo episode would be complete without talking about the food. Alex and Dad discuss the endless food booths, local vendors, cooking competitions, and the wild fair-style snacks that make the rodeo famous. From smoky barbecue to fried everything imaginable, they share the foods they loved, foods they still want to try, and what makes rodeo food part of the experience itself.
Then it’s time for Dad’s Basket Challenge. Dad receives four mystery ingredients — mac & cheese, brisket, jalapeños, and barbecue sauce — and somehow transforms them into a smoky brisket mac & cheese creation. Listen along as he walks through his thought process, recipe ideas, near disasters, and how he landed on the final dish.
To wrap up the episode, Alex and Dad debate the ultimate question: what’s better — the rodeo itself or the concert experience? They break down the pros and cons of each before ending the episode with a blind ranking of the best rodeo activities. And of course, no episode of Dad, Please would be complete without a classic Dad joke to send everyone off. Tune in to hear the full rodeo adventure, the chaos, the food opinions, and all the fun in between.
