Bussin' With The Boys: "The REAL Reason Will Compton Went Bald!!"

Date: September 24, 2025
Hosts: Will Compton & Sherman Smith (with guest appearances from Taylor Lewan and crew)

Episode Overview

This episode revolves around Will Compton’s dramatic new look—his newly shaved bald head—which is the result of a lost bet on the Michigan vs. Nebraska game with his co-host Taylor Lewan. Will and Sherman use the opportunity to reflect humorously on humility, family, fatherhood, and the podcast’s unique, supportive community of dads ("Papa Team 6"). They share parenting stories, answer fan questions, and drop practical "dad hacks." Merchandise drops, solidarity bets, and crew camaraderie also add fun, while the episode wraps with candid emotional moments and some powerful affirmations about parenthood.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The Big Bet & The Bald Head

• Will’s New Look: Will opens up about his shaved head, the result of a lost bet with Taylor over the Michigan-Nebraska game.
  • Quote: "I lost a bet. Michigan versus Nebraska...So that's why you're seeing the shining bald head right now. Your boy had to go bald." (02:01 - Sherman Smith)
• Reactions:
  • The crew and fans are encouraged to comment on Will’s new look for support.
  • Will and Sherman joke about solidarity — should the whole team shave in support?
  • Taylor pops in to rib Will and suggest the bus crew join the bald squad if they bet Nebraska.

2. For the Dads Community & Podcast Purpose

• The hosts reiterate that the show is about embracing all aspects of fatherhood, from the wins and losses to the mundane.
  • "This show is for fatherhood. For embracing fatherhood. The suck, the love, everything in between, the ups and down, ebbs and flows." (03:43 - Sherman Smith)
• New listeners are welcomed and encouraged to engage, subscribe, and join the Papa Team 6 (“PT6”) community.

3. Merch Drop & "Stolen Valor"

• Announced a new merch drop, including the much-requested “For the Dads” hats and teddy bear hats for non-dads.
  • Will enthusiastically describes how the hats are already a hit at social gatherings.
• Lighthearted debate over who can wear "dad" gear (“stolen valor” jokes for non-dads).

4. Fatherhood & Solidarity

• Sherman argues that being a true dad means embracing humility (even going bald).
  • Quote: "You ain't a true dad unless you get a shaved head." (06:18 - Sherman Smith)
• Crew members discuss possibly shaving their heads too, in true team spirit.

5. Notable Guest Moments: Taylor Lewan

• Taylor unexpectedly joins, offering insights on fatherhood and emotional openness.
  • "This show is a therapy session because we all need it." (13:17 - Taylor Lewan)
  • "Normalize dudes weeping on camera. Oh, we are doing it." (13:39)

6. Engagement & Community Stories

• Will and Sherman read and answer fan questions and share stories from YouTube, TikTok, and emails—covering everything from adding siblings to a family, to pets, to coping with deployment and fatherhood.
• Dad Hack - Introducing Siblings:
  • When introducing a new sibling, don’t have the baby in mom’s arms. Gift from ‘big sibling’ to ‘new sibling’ helps with transition. (18:52–23:10)
  • Quote: “Instead of telling Rue, 'I can’t do it because I'm holding Scotty,' I say, ‘Okay, I can do that. Let me tell Scotty after then I’ll play with Rue.’” (21:10 - Will Compton)

7. Balancing Work, Parenting, and Emotion

• Dads in the community share struggles like being away for military service, challenges with new siblings, and losing pets.
  • Will and Sherman offer advice, empathy, and dad hacks adapted from their own lives.

8. Humor, Dad Losses & Wins

• The hosts share classic "dad losses," like forgetting important kid items (car seat base, diaper bag) or leaving messes in the house, embracing imperfection.
  • Quote: “Sometimes you just — we just don’t think.” (78:49 - Sherman Smith)
• Challenges and strategies around toddler eating and sibling jealousy are discussed.
• Fun anecdote: Will’s daughter blames John Cena for drawing on the walls:
  • “It wasn’t me, it was John Cena.” (98:47 - Fan caller)

9. Emotional Climax: Legacy and the Power of Written Word

• Sherman shares a moving story about his late mother writing him a book—one he hasn’t read yet because of what it represents.
  • “Part of me is like, if I read this, these are the last words, and then there's nothing else after that.” (86:12 - Sherman Smith)
• The conversation evolves into a heartfelt challenge to dads: write to your kids for the future.
  • Crew member suggests: "Make an email for your kid and write big events. That’s a dad hack." (89:59)

10. Quotes of the Week & Final Lessons

• Jill to Will: “When you’re at work, me and Scarlett talk about how much we love our dad and how awesome our dad is all the time when you aren’t here.” (109:19 - Will Compton)
• Sherman’s Lesson: “One of the greatest things a father can do is to show his children that he too is still learning.” (111:07)
  • Emphasis on modeling humility, growth, and curiosity for your kids.

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• "I lost a bet...had to go bald." — Sherman Smith (02:19)
• "You ain't a true dad unless you get a shaved head." — Sherman Smith (06:18)
• “This show is for embracing fatherhood. The suck, the love, everything in between, the ups and downs.” — Sherman Smith (03:43)
• "This show is a therapy session because we all need it." — Taylor Lewan (13:17)
• "Normalize dudes weeping on camera. Oh, we are doing it." — Taylor Lewan/Will Compton (13:39)
• “It wasn’t me, it was John Cena.” — Fan caller (98:47)
• "All the little things are big things." — Will Compton (46:10)
• "When you're at work, me and Scarlett talk about how much we love our dad and how awesome our dad is all the time when you aren’t here." — Jill (Will’s wife) (109:19)
• “One of the greatest things a father can do is show his children that he too is still learning.” — Sherman Smith (111:07)
• “Every parent should remember one day our kids will follow our example, not our advice.” (113:10)

Important Segment Timestamps

• [02:01] — Will discusses the bet and why he's bald
• [04:17] — Merch drop announcement
• [13:03] — Taylor Lewan's guest segment; fatherhood as therapy
• [18:52–23:10] — Dad hacks for siblings and transitions
• [24:37, 25:53, 26:43] — Highlighted community comments & stories
• [46:10] — Will’s advice for new dads: Little things matter
• [78:49] — Dad losses: Forgetting important baby items
• [86:12] — Sherman’s story about his mother’s book
• [109:19] — Quote of the week from Jill to Will
• [111:07] — Sherman's final quote and lessons
• [119:50] — Outro, community engagement encouragement

Tone & Takeaways

• The episode is warm, self-deprecating, and supportive. The hosts poke fun at themselves (and each other), embrace vulnerability, and foster a sense of community among dads (and future dads).
• There’s a constant thread of encouragement: whether you're winning or struggling, being present, honest, and involved makes all the difference.
• The show actively breaks down toxic stereotypes about fatherhood and masculinity, advocating for emotional openness and learning.

Summary Table

| Section | Topic/Insight | Timestamp | |-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Bet/Bald Head | Will’s lost bet, humility, solidarity | 02:01–06:20 | | For the Dads Mission | Show’s fatherhood community focus | 03:43 | | Merch Drop | New dad hats/teddy hats, merch for all | 04:17 | | Guest Segment | Taylor Lewan joins, normalizing emotion | 13:03–14:53 | | Fan Engagement | Reading/responding to community stories | throughout | | Dad Hacks | Sibling transitions, bottle cleaning tips, toddler eating strategies | 18:52–21:10+ | | Emotional Climax | Sherman's late mother’s book/story | 86:02 | | Quotes of the Week | Affirmations from family & philosophy on modeling behavior | 109:19, 111:07|

If you missed this episode:
Expect laughs, dad advice, raw confessions, some tears, and dozens of practical hacks and stories for fathers and families—plus a heavy dose of community spirit (and a bold new look for Will).