More Than Reality with Adam and Danielle Busby

Episode 67: The Busbys’ 2026 Reset – Friend Time, Vlogging Returns, Big Summer Plans

Release Date: January 22, 2026

Episode Overview

In this lively and candid episode, Adam and Danielle catch listeners up on family life post-OutDaughtered, discuss their intentions for a 2026 “reset,” revisit family priorities, and reveal some big summer travel plans. Between updates on reconnecting with friends, plans for vlogging, and a humorous game testing Adam’s knowledge of women’s products, this episode gives both heart and humor for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Key Topics & Timestamps

1. Weekend Getaway & Importance of Friend Time

[01:45–09:29]

• Adam and Danielle describe a recent couples’ weekend in Galveston, Texas: girls at the spa, guys golfing (in freezing wind!).
• Adam reflects on not taking enough “friend time” and how he wants to be intentional about that in 2026.
  • Notable Quote:
    “A bad day at the golf course is better than a good day anywhere else.” (Adam, 04:18)
• Discussion on the importance of small group/bible study as community, and how reflection exercises have helped them set personal intentions.

2. Family Life & Adam’s Upcoming MrBeast Project

[07:55–09:29]

• Adam announces he’s traveling to North Carolina to prep for a secret MrBeast video (“that’s literally all I can say”), sharing his excitement and how such projects disrupt family routine but bring unique opportunities.

3. The Great “Name That Product” Challenge

[12:15–25:25]

• Danielle quizzes Adam with photos of female-centric products—ranging from makeup tools to women’s health items—to see what he can identify.
  • The game starts after a banter about Adam’s claim to “know them all.”
  • Lighthearted, honest, and often hilarious, Adam tries (and sometimes fails!) to identify things like pimple patches, jade rollers, dermaplane tools, period panties, NuvaRing, diaphragm, and more.
• Notable Exchanges:
  • “Wait, you just wear a star on your face?” (Adam on pimple patches, 14:56)
  • “Is it for your butthole? So it’s like a fart filter.” (Adam, after being shown a post-partum ice pack, 17:50)
  • “It’s a lip plumper for your mouth, not your nose.” (Danielle, 24:56)
• Recurring theme: Many products Adam fails to recognize, he’d “never seen in the house,” prompting Danielle to insist the kids have them, much to Adam’s exaggerated disbelief.

4. Resetting the Home & Family Meetings

[28:02–29:57]

• Danielle shares her post-holiday urge to “reset” home and routines.
• Both talk about the cozy feeling of their current rental, missing some features of their old home but appreciating the smaller, “easier” space.
  • They mention enjoying the simple things and finding contentment despite wanting a permanent home.

5. The Big Summer Plan: Extended Family Road-Trip

[29:57–41:33]

• Adam and Danielle explain a recent family meeting to include their daughters in summer planning, emphasizing collaborative decision-making.
  • They’re considering a month-long trip, renting an Airbnb in a new part of the country (most likely Tennessee or Colorado).
  • The goal: give the girls new experiences, exposure to different scenery and cultures, connect with friends, and enjoy nature.
• Weighing pros and cons of summer travel vs. house-hunting/construction.
• The logistics and priorities of family trips for a family of 8.
  • “I want us to go do this travel trip... show them other places besides where we are.” (Danielle, 38:00)

6. Vlogging Returns—By Kids’ Request!

[42:24–45:36]

• Kids are enthusiastic to resume family vlogs; Adam took a break for everyone’s well-being, but says the girls are now actively asking to film and participate.
  • “Our kids asked to do it… We never made them go on camera. They did it because they wanted to.” (Adam, 42:45)
• Adam and Danielle discuss whether to return to a weekly YouTube posting schedule, noting the need for editing help and maintaining balance.

7. Shifting Family & Work Rhythms

[45:36–46:38]

• There’s been a “role reversal”: Adam is now busier with outside work and projects, while Danielle is slowing her pace.
• Together, they talk about finding sustainable rhythms and "not overextending" themselves.

8. Looking Ahead, Inviting Listener Input

[46:38–48:05]

• The duo invites tips from listeners about travel spots in Tennessee and North Carolina.
• They tease more “family meeting” content to come, and express openness about what the future holds for their media presence.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Friendship and Self-Care:
  “I don’t take time for myself, like, to just… how I used to do… just time out with buddies. I don’t do that enough and I don’t pour into just other friends... I want this year to take those opportunities.”
  (Adam, 06:07)

• On Involving Kids in Big Family Decisions:
  “For something that big, I would at least like to get input from them... before just… making a big decision for our family.”
  (Adam, 30:56)

• The Challenge of Family Travel:
  “It’s hard to do things as a family of eight, so might as well just lampoon it up and just get up in the car and go travel somewhere.”
  (Danielle, 40:36)

• Reality of Sharing Life Publicly:
  “People try to insert themselves into our situation… how dare you expose your kids… Our kids asked to do it, want to do it.”
  (Adam, 42:45)

• Resetting for 2026:
  “I feel like we’re adjusting into a different pace of life… and it’s a pace of life that’s a lot more enjoyable.”
  (Danielle, 45:31)

Recap & Takeaways

For longtime fans:
This episode is a warm, authentic check-in from the Busbys. Listeners hear real-time reflections on their family’s changing rhythms post-TV, renewed emphasis on personal growth and friendships, and how the kids are active partners in their evolving adventures.

For newcomers:
Expect a genuine exploration of family life with humor (the ‘name that product’ game is must-hear), practical insights on parenting as a team, and a look into both the challenges and joys of raising six girls—including five quintuplets.

Additional Listener Value

• Interactive Invitation: Danielle asks listeners for travel recommendations and tips for Tennessee and North Carolina, directly inviting community participation.
• Behind the Scenes Insight: The episode pulls back the curtain on both logistics (like balancing projects and travel for a big family) and their approach to involving their kids in decisions.

Episode Mood: Warm, candid, playful, and relatable—sprinkled with signature Busby humor and unfiltered real talk.