De-Influenced with Dani + Jordan

Episode: Our Last Episode Before Baby #4… Chaos Incoming
Air Date: February 19, 2026
Hosts: Dani and Jordan
Network: Dear Media

Overview

This episode marks Dani and Jordan’s last podcast before welcoming their fourth child. The conversation is an eclectic, honest, and at times chaotic blend of pop culture, “cancel culture,” parenting philosophies, and marriage moments, all delivered in the duo’s signature raw, funny, and relatable style. Listeners get a peek behind the scenes at late-pregnancy nerves, evolving family routines, and the real-life tangles of raising kids—while still weighing in on some of the internet’s hottest trending topics.

Key Discussion Points & Highlights

1. Exhaustion, Stress, and Pre-Baby Nesting

• Dani describes restless sleep and rising stress as she awaits baby #4, including classic nesting urges and a compulsive urge to reorganize the house.
• The couple jokes about Dani’s snoring and struggles to feel at ease in late pregnancy.
• Quote:
  “I'm stressed…I've been more stressed in my life.”
  —Dani (00:48)

2. Friendship & Social Dynamics as Adults

• Dani recounts meeting a new friend at a Galentine’s party and jokingly laments the effort it takes to maintain adult friendships.
• The duo reflects on the quirks of being “pursued” or ignored in new friendships.
• Quote:
  “If I give you my number, it’s because I really want to be friends—but it’s really because I want you to ask me for my number and then invite us somewhere.”
  —Dani (01:35)

3. "Preachers & Sneakers" & Podcast Crossover

• Discussion of a previous episode and meeting Ben from “Preachers & Sneakers,” addressing playful on-air jabs and underlying mutual respect.
• The couple dissects the blurry line between having fun and coming off as adversarial—especially when their friendly teasing is misunderstood.
• Quote:
  “No, it’s like brotherly love… I mess with him.”
  —Dani (03:38)
• Jordan ponders the deep moral dilemmas behind trolling and influencer culture.
• Notable Moment: Imagining Dani, Ben, and JD in a room—“It’s like that Spiderman gif, where it’s like everyone’s pointing at each other.”
  —Jordan (05:19)

4. Dream Guest Lineup & “Cancel Culture”

• The hosts discuss dream podcast guests (Wes Huff, Josh Howerton, Carl Lentz) and why featuring people who’ve been “canceled” or misunderstood could offer meaningful perspectives.
• They differentiate between “performance cancellation” (e.g., a bad anthem rendition) and “character cancellation.”
• Quote:
  “I also really want to get someone on here who’s misunderstood and canceled, who’s been canceled lately.”
  —Jordan (08:35)

5. Super Bowl Halftime: Bad Bunny, Outrage Culture & Artistic Expression

• Jordan and Dani break down Bad Bunny’s halftime show and the heated online reactions surrounding it.
• They reflect on growing up watching controversial shows and how the internet amplifies outrage and hate-watching (“hate watching for sure—both” —Dani, 15:20).
• The hosts appreciate Bad Bunny’s creativity, Latin representation, and his journey from bagging groceries to the Grammys.
• They compare Bad Bunny and Tyler, the Creator, seeing them as creative outliers who break boundaries and generate conversation.
• Memorable Quotes:
  • “It’s just like, he’s such a vibe…I still can’t tell if I’m into it, but what’s so odd is it’s been on repeat in my head for four days.” —Jordan (09:53)
  • “When Latin people booty dance, it’s kind of like it’s art…It makes me want to do it too!” —Jordan (13:56)
  • “I just remember growing up, like, Justin Timberlake exposed Janet Jackson’s boob, and like, we all turned out okay.” —Dani (16:04)
  • “We saw Janet’s booby, you know, 30 years ago…We’re okay.” —Dani (17:10)

6. Lyrics in Translation & Responding to Audience Expectations

• The pair translates and analyzes Bad Bunny's lyrics, pondering cultural double standards and criticisms (“Epstein bad man, there. Epstein bad, bad boy.” —Dani, 28:18).
• Dani laughs off calls for her to “make a statement” about hot issues, like the Super Bowl and the ongoing Epstein controversy.

7. The Epstein Files: What’s Real, What’s Rumor?

• Using AI (Grok) and social media, Jordan and Dani try to make sense of recent revelations about Epstein’s connections and high-profile implications.
• They debate the meaning (and guilt) of being "named in the files", and discuss Bill Gates, Les Wexner, and more.
• Quote:
  “There’s like, what, over 3 million files or something? It’s a lot to sift through.” —Dani (29:43)
  “Basically, if you flew on the plane, like, you’re not good.” —Dani (30:31)

8. Brands In Crisis: Frida Baby’s Marketing Misfire

• Dani shares in real-time a “breaking news” moment about a controversial Frida Baby marketing campaign, reading out social media backlash surrounding inappropriate references in baby product ads.
• She wrestles with the ethics of promoting products versus their actual utility as a mom.
• Quote:
  “I would never, ever, ever get involved or promote—sorry, not promote, but create—a brand for children or babies. It is just like…They probably were sitting in a room thinking, ‘This is funny.’ But they forget that you’re literally selling—it’s like, baby products.” —Dani (42:23-42:55)

9. Late-Pregnancy Realities & Natural Induction Myths

• Dani provides a candid pregnancy update: 37 weeks, doing all the “old wives’ tales” and evidence-based tactics to prepare for labor (membrane sweeps, raspberry leaf tea, foot massages).
• Both discuss the unpredictability of labor and contradict common “second baby comes faster” myths, sharing their own long waits and frustration.
• Quote:
  “Basically anything you hear about pregnancy is not true…Just throw it all out the window.” —Dani (45:03)
• Dani jokes about trying to get the baby out at a foot spa:
  “I was like, baby out! Baby out! And she was like, huh?” —Dani (46:19)

10. Parenting Differences: Discipline, Victimhood, and Independence

• The episode moves into a deep, honest exploration of their parenting philosophies.
  • Jordan leans into empathy and protection; Dani promotes resilience and independence.
• They analyze a real-life playground incident involving their daughter Stella, debating whether to address perceived slights or let kids self-advocate.
• Dani worries about the “victim mindset,” while Jordan emphasizes emotional checking-in.
• Notable Exchange (52:24–54:28):
  • Jordan wonders if girls were being mean to Stella; Dani objects, not wanting to plant “victim” seeds.
  • “I'm not gonna raise Stella to be a victim...If the girls are being mean to you, come tell mommy. I'll come help you out. But, like, we're not gonna, like, whine and complain about these girls.” —Dani (53:48)

11. Marriage Landmines (and Snapping) as Baby #4 Approaches

• They candidly discuss snap moments, built-up resentments, and how the peripartum period strains (and sometimes strengthens) their communication.
• Dani admits she bites her tongue to avoid nitpicking—both agree their upbringings (“survival” vs. “nurture”) profoundly influence their parenting styles.
• Memorable Moments:
  • “What do you think is better: being raised by a family that thinks you can do no wrong or by a family where you’re always in the wrong?” —Dani (58:23)
  • Both hosts reflect on how birth families shape their approaches—and how they're now striving for a hybrid.

12. The Real Reason They’re Stopping at Four Kids

• In an especially vulnerable exchange, Jordan reveals he’s most eager to “have Dani back” after this last baby—romantically, energetically, emotionally.
• Dani acknowledges that pregnancy makes her withdraw from touch and affection, but reassures Jordan it’s only temporary.
• Quotes:
  • “The reason I don’t want to have any more kids is not because I don’t want more kids. It’s because I just want you back.” —Jordan (64:13)
  • “Sometimes I feel like you don’t…I know you love me, but I’m like, do you like me?” —Jordan (64:33)
  • Dani: “I like you and love you.”
• Both look forward to regaining their connection, routine, and sense of self after pregnancy’s intensity.

13. Looking Ahead: Chaos, Dopamine, and New Routines

• Both hosts are excited for what comes after baby: the anticipation of moving, school updates, and “coasting” as a family of six (with a vasectomy planned!).
• Dani playfully dreams of dopamine hits from simple pleasures—like curating Valentine’s Day gifts—instead of more chaos (new babies).
• She also pitches Jordan on hosting “all the solo episodes with cool men” while she’s on maternity leave, reiterating her status as a “girls’ girl.”

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• “If I give you my number, it’s because I really want to be friends…but it’s really because I want you to ask me for my number and then invite us somewhere.”
  —Dani (01:35)
• “No, it’s like brotherly love…I mess with him.”
  —Dani on Ben, Preachers & Sneakers (03:38)
• “When Latin people booty dance, it’s kind of like it’s art…It makes me want to do it too!”
  —Jordan (13:56)
• “I just remember growing up, like, Justin Timberlake exposed Janet Jackson’s boob, and like, we all turned out okay.”
  —Dani (16:04)
• “Basically anything you hear about pregnancy is not true…Just throw it all out the window.”
  —Dani (45:03)
• “I'm not gonna raise Stella to be a victim...If the girls are being mean to you, come tell mommy. I'll come help you out. But...we're not gonna, like, whine and complain about these girls.”
  —Dani (53:48)
• “The reason I don't want to have any more kids is not because I don’t want more kids. It’s because I just want you back.”
  —Jordan (64:13)
• “I like you and love you…I know it’s hard, but that’s just something I, like, literally don’t know how to fix right now.”
  —Dani (64:38-64:56)

Timestamps (Highlighted Segments)

• 00:48: Dani on pre-baby stress
• 05:19: Imagining a podcast clash of “Type A” personalities
• 15:20: Hate-watching the Super Bowl Halftime
• 29:43: On 3 million Epstein files
• 42:23–42:55: Frida Baby controversy
• 45:03: The realities vs. myths of pregnancy
• 53:48: Parenting and the “victim” mentality
• 64:13–64:33: Why they’re stopping at four kids

Tone & Takeaways

True to form, Dani and Jordan mix sarcasm, sincerity, and vulnerability, giving listeners a relatable window into the final days before a major family transition. Their interplay—marked by good-natured ribbing, honest disagreements, and plenty of inside jokes—makes the episode fun and fresh but also grounded in realities rarely discussed with this level of candor.

Whether discussing pregnancy hacks, pop culture drama, or the struggles of modern parenting, their unfiltered honesty and willingness to “bite their tongue—but not for too long—” will resonate with parents, couples, and anyone slightly overwhelmed by life’s current chaos.

Next up: Dani is on maternity leave, but anything can happen—including bonus solo episodes from Jordan. Stay tuned—for both chaos and laughs.