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Ep. 217 "Girth Brooks"
We kick off with the most unhinged Valentine’s Day message you’ve ever heard (Daddy’s little pot pie is CRAZY), before school pickup humbles me in hi-vis when my own kids question whether I actually work hard. Nothing like a six-year-old performance review to keep you grounded.
Westy makes an interschool sports team… volleyball. Not soccer. Not baseball. Volleyball. I’m supportive, I’m proud, I’m also emotionally confused.
Then we throw him a birthday sleepover with the one kid at school who collects broken bones like Pokémon cards. Area 51 was booked out so we panic and take them to Bounce, aka Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Christmas Party. No injuries (miraculously), but I do discover kids don’t know how straw dispensers work and that a free jug of water now counts as a prize.
Migraine Sunday leads to a chaotic massage experience that nearly rearranged my nose permanently. Unhappy ending. Structurally aligned.
In comedy this week: Newmarket Hotel was a proper crush followed by a subtle drive-by from the MC about “young comics,” and The Comedy Cellar had me slightly in my head but still swinging.
Plus we meet Girth Brooks, Bronk Legsnar, and a kid whose prank on the wrong woman will haunt him forever.
Life’s good. Life’s weird. Life’s hi-vis depression and trampoline liability waivers.
And remember… if you think it can’t get worse, it probably can.
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222. Ep. 222 "Razor Rash"
54:00||Ep. 222This week Jimmy is dealing with razor rash from hell, nearly flipping a bobcat during the front yard renovations, and accidentally entering his 1970s pornstar moustache era. There’s also a big update in the comedy world after getting two unexpected calls from Brisbane comedy clubs offering more stage time (and even paid spots), plus a chaotic set at The Cellar where crowd chat almost took up the entire set. Meanwhile the boys are busy training lizards that absolutely aren’t trained, discovering the tactical power of “staple bullets”, and helping with the yard renovations in ways that definitely don’t make measuring timber easier. Jimmy also shares a surreal moment seeing a basketball player standing next to the exact poster she’s on, getting attacked by a goat while visiting Highland cows, and rediscovering his love of NRL with Weston, including introducing him to the dangerous world of sports betting. Plus another round of “Turns Out It Can Get Worse” featuring cursed internet clips including a wild opening clip, a bragging cuck, a shirtless period song, and the return of the crazy hotel idea lady. Follow the chaos:Instagram: @jimmymissenTikTok: @jimmymissenYouTube: Jimmy MissenPatreon: Creamy Boyz #Podcast #JimmyMissen #ComedyPodcast #AussieComedy #StandUpComedy #DadLife #ParentingStories #CantGetAnyWorse #NRL #ComedyLife #FunnyStories #AustralianPodcast
221. Ep. 221 "Bad Apple"
51:41||Ep. 221Got poisoned by a rogue apple, drove three hours to a Scottish-themed time machine in rural NSW, nearly tore my knee out ripping tree roots with the ute, and somehow ended up questioning whether my annoying gym nemesis might actually be the coolest guy in the building.This week’s chaos also includes another batch of cursed internet clips in “Turns Out It Can Get Worse”, including a suspiciously attractive girl complimenting strangers’ balls, a bloke reviewing a bizarre internet trend, a baby-aisle couple getting way too turned on, and a very strange twerking recruitment scheme.We get into Parker roasting every kid for being glued to their screens… despite being the most dedicated iPad kid alive, the awkward nightmare of gym staff small talk, the stress of launching Patreon and hosting the IBC live stream while everything technical falls apart, plus the full breakdown of the IBC fights.In comedy: a brutal old-couple bomb at The Cellar, then a headline set the next night that got derailed by a drunk heckler threatening to fight me over a joke.Also covering Zootopia 2, Australia somehow losing access to Pornhub, the growth of IBC boxing, and the latest UFC drama.Just another calm, normal week.Follow the chaos:Instagram: @jimmymissenTikTok: @jimmymissenYouTube: Jimmy MissenPatreon: Creamy Boyz#Podcast #JimmyMissen #ComedyPodcast #AussieComedy #StandUpComedy #DadLife #ParentingFails #AustralianPodcast #CantGetAnyWorse #GymStories #IBCBoxing #UFC #ComedyLife #FunnyStories #AustralianComedy
220. Ep. 220 "UFC 326 Breakdown"
32:14||Ep. 220New ep’s out and this week I’m breaking down UFC 326 top to bottom, every fight, every dumb prediction, every “this leg is definitely safe” multi that absolutely won’t be safe.Holloway vs Oliveira 2 for the BMF belt is pure chaos, Font’s trying to old-man Rob Font his way past Raul Rosas Jr, Dober and Michael Johnson are running the veteran damage derby, and the rest of the card is stacked with sneaky bangers and coin-flip scraps.Plus the usual fight world gossip, Topuria comeback chatter, Ronda vs Gina noise, Dana beefing with Eddie Hearn, the Dan Hooker drama, and whatever other conspiracies I convince myself are real by Sunday.I also recap this weekend’s card, roast my picks, and load up another “Can’t Bet Any Worse” multi like a true degenerate.Got a story or question for the pod?📩 cantgetanyworsepod@gmail.comJimmy Missen – InstagramFacebook – CantGetAnyWorsePodcastInstagram – @cantgetanyworsepodcastYouTube – CantGetAnyWorsePodcastTikTok – @cantgetanyworsepodcast#CantGetAnyWorse #UFC #MMA #ComedyPodcast #UFCPicks #FightTalk
219. Ep. 219 "Pluto Propaganda"
52:41||Ep. 219This week we open with another unhinged “Turns Out It Can Get Worse” clip, a basement philosopher confidently announcing he’s “probably not gay.” Which feels like the least convincing press conference of all time.The boys are learning about the solar system, Nikita casually drops that Pluto used to be a planet, and suddenly we’re fielding questions we absolutely cannot answer. Pluto propaganda is real. I’m convinced.We break down cross country day, Westy coming second (nearly hunting down a kid who does running as a sport like a psycho), Parker threatening to sit at the start line before running his little asthmatic heart out… and the small detail that the school had to reroute the course because there’s apparently a homeless man living in the bush on school property.At the gym, my old mate corners me mid-set to tell me he’s been in court, but “doesn’t want to talk about it”, before advising me to simply “make more time” for the gym. Incredible.There’s a huge dad high when Westy gets his BMX back from the shop and rides it like it’s Christmas… immediately followed by the crushing realisation that I’m no longer allowed to attend school chapel because I’m officially uncool.We also cover: – The most disrespectful sushi train in Australia – Filming IBC promo clips in front of thousands of footy fans and wanting to evaporate – Why grown men can’t squeal anymore – A brutal bomb at Good Chat – Somehow jagging a spot in the RAW State Final despite shaking like a first-timerPlus more cursed “Turns Out” internet creatures, New Girl comfort binges, Housemaid chaos, and falling down an Elvis Presley YouTube rabbit hole that proves the man was undeniable.It’s chaotic. It’s honest. It’s a week of dad wins, ego checks, bombs, breakthroughs and Pluto slander.Follow the chaos: Instagram: @jimmymissen TikTok: @jimmymissen YouTube: Jimmy Missen#comedypodcast #standupcomedy #australiancomedy #brisbanecomedy #dadlife #rawcomedy #comedianlife #podcastlife #pluto #elvis
218. Ep. 218 "Spam Virginity"
01:06:38||Ep. 218This week we cover everything from a crocodile-bitten teacher missing a finger, to Westy calling an injured kid a pussy for not committing to the trick properly. Catholic school Lent loopholes, a $6 worm that required a backyard excavation, a “surgery” that turned into a sleep study, and a surprise $5k dental bill because apparently children’s teeth now come with mortgages.I also accidentally positioned myself next to an ATM at Fitzy’s in Logan looking like I was waiting on a transaction, unpack a mum threatening to send her COVID-positive kid to school, and question whether I’m raising a future supervillain.In comedy, The Comedy Cellar was labelled a tough room before I tried new gear and somehow crushed, followed by a 20-minute off-the-top set at Iron & Resin that involved empty seats, children in the crowd and a long, reflective drive home.We also get into the Lucy Letby doc, Kid Laroi covers, MOR sneaking onto the sad boy playlist, and why Adam Sandler is still the blueprint.Plus a real update, the tour is ready. Cities mapped. Poster done. Venues shortlisted. The only thing stopping me from hitting go is finances.Not cancelled. Not a maybe. A when.—Follow the chaos: Instagram: @jimmymissen TikTok: @jimmymissen YouTube: Jimmy Missen#comedypodcast #standupcomedy #australiancomedy #brisbanecomedy #dadlife #rawcomedy #comedianlife #tourlife #podcastlife
216. Ep. 216 "Cocaine Chihuahua"
54:55||Ep. 216Life’s been doing back-to-back combos this week… but we’re still here 😤We kick things off with ya boy getting his STD results back (good news for once), before heading into a fancy weekend away that immediately exposed how little Nikita and I belong in luxury hotels. From fake accents and a bartender walking backwards, to realising I’m tough enough for boxing but absolutely not a scary train ride.There’s parenting chaos as Parker introduces me to his new best friend “BIAKE”, a feral skatepark kid nearly ending Westie’s X-Games career, and Westy accidentally becoming a professional basketballer on $50-a-basket wages.We also cover cocaine Chihuahuas, why I’m convinced the podcast is cursed, migraines making a comeback, and a proper reset on where my focus needs to be moving forward, stand-up first, everything else second.Plus: Raw heat update, surviving another comedy comp night, Spotify bringing back 3x speed (thank God), and a questionable family movie recommendation.Turns out… it can always get worse. But we keep showing up.Follow the chaos: Instagram: @jimmymissen TikTok: @jimmymissen YouTube: Jimmy Missen#comedypodcast #standupcomedy #australiancomedy #dadlife #podcastlife #rawcomedy #goldcoastcomedy #nutritionwarehouse and #nutritionwarehouse_nz #anabolix #anabolixweekend
215. Ep. 215 "Magic 8 ball"
01:00:11||Ep. 215This week it truly turns out, it can get worse. From drinking out of my own malfunctioning toilet, to accidentally joining a religious cab sermon in Sydney, to getting spiritually and physically confronted at the gym.We cover Sydney chaos, UFC encounters, hotel wins, public transport losses, gay sauna confusion, kids saying wildly unhinged things, nightmares, early-morning gym delusions, and why Summer Heights High might be the greatest (and most unhinged) thing Australia ever produced.Plus: my week in comedy, first time at The Cellar since the rebrand, live music between sets, and why playing it safe annoys me more than bombing. We wrap it up with UFC Sydney, Volk doing Volk things, and a reminder that no matter how bad your week is… it can still get worse.🎧 New episode out now.Follow / stalk me:Instagram: @jimmymissenTikTok: @jimmymissenYouTube: Jimmy Missen#comedy #australianpodcast #standupcomedy #dadlife #ufc #sydney #comedian #lifepodcast
Ep. 214 "Matsen Jasch - Cool Dad Collective"
01:06:15|This week on the pod I’m joined by Matsen Jasch from Cool Dad Collective, one of the funniest and most relatable dad creators going around, and someone I’ve been chatting with online for years, so this one felt more like two mates catching up than an interview. We get into dad life, raising kids while trying to stay sane, content creation, and how Cool Dad Collective grew such a massive following by keeping things real and funny. Matsen also opens up about his background, running his own podcast, and something new he’s been flirting with lately, stepping into the stand-up comedy world 👀🎤. Plenty of laughs, plenty of dad chat, a bit of fight talk, and just all-round good vibes.You’re gonna enjoy this one. Follow Matsen & Cool Dad Collective:Instagram – @matsenjaschInstagram – @cooldadcollective Don’t forget to share the pod with a mate and send through any submissions via DM or at cantgetanyworsepod@gmail.com. #CoolDadCollective #DadPodcast #DadLife #AussiePodcast #ComedyPodcast#StandUpComedy #ContentCreators #UFCChat #WrestlingFans#Fatherhood #ModernDads #PodcastLife #CantGetAnyWorse