The Morgan Stewart Show – Episode Summary
Episode: "You Got A Mouse In Your Pocket?" w/ Jordan McGraw
Date: April 1, 2026
Host: Morgan Stewart
Guest: Jordan McGraw (Morgan’s husband, musician, entrepreneur)
Episode Overview
Morgan Stewart makes a highly anticipated return to the podcasting world, this time with more candor and self-awareness after a hiatus spent building her family and navigating real adulthood. This episode, marking her first with an official guest, features a lively and revealing conversation with her husband, Jordan McGraw. The two dive deep into the realities of their relationship, the challenges of fame (including Jordan’s unique perspective as Dr. Phil’s son), parenting, marriage, and breaking down public misconceptions—all while maintaining their signature humor and honesty.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Relationship Dynamics & Personalities
[03:43]
- Morgan and Jordan explore how they complement each other—Morgan is more outgoing, eager to connect, and intensely curious about people, whereas Jordan is more reserved and selective about whom he opens up to.
- Morgan: “I am like, tell me everything that’s going on… What’s your sign? Who are you?”
- Jordan: “If I know you, I care what you have to say. If I just met you, I’m kind of like, shut up. Just tell me your name and let’s figure something out.”
[05:07]
- They recount the arc of their relationship, from meeting at age 21, a wild LA phase of clubbing and fashion obsession, a breakup, and eventual reconnection after years apart—a “screenplay” kind of love story.
2. Reunited and Building a Family
[07:10]
- Morgan and Jordan discuss reconnecting in 2020 via DMs, meeting up in New York, and quickly rekindling their relationship. Morgan recalls high points like flying to Paris together and Jordan gifting her a yellow Birkin bag.
- Notable Moment: The date of their first “official” LA dinner (Dec. 9) is the same date, two years later, as their wedding—a serendipity they didn’t notice until looking back.
[10:24] Jordan: “That’s crazy. I didn’t know that.”
[13:12]
- The whirlwind of pregnancy and marriage: Jordan is candid about being surprised at how quickly they had their second child and admits to underestimating the chaos of parenting two young children.
[14:36] Jordan: “Busy—yeah, in every way.”
3. Parenting Realities
[15:15]
- Open discussion about parenting, toddler “threenager” stage, and how Morgan is “logistical parent” while Jordan is the “fun parent," often spoiling the kids with Amazon treats.
- Jordan: "There's no terrible twos—it's the threes."
- Morgan: “The problem with Jordan [is]...there is something from Amazon coming through this motherfucking door every day.”
4. Fame, Family, and Identity
Jordan’s Experience as Dr. Phil’s Son
[16:00]
- Jordan describes growing up in Texas with a non-famous father who became a household name through the Oprah beef trial and, later, his own show.
- [23:07] Jordan: “Oprah got sued...the beef industry sued her… so she hired my dad to help her pick the jury… At the end of it, she said, I want you to come on my show…”
- He shares how the drastic shift to fame altered friendships, prompted jealousy, and brought the “weird asterisk” of being Dr. Phil’s son (“People would say, ‘Oh, it’s just because his dad’s Dr. Phil.’” [16:38]).
- Jordan finds it easier to have adjusted because he enjoyed a “normal” childhood first, grounding his sense of self even amidst public attention.
Parenting Influences
[27:20]
- Jordan acknowledges he subconsciously repeats some of his father’s tricks and sayings (“If you say ‘we’ and I’m excluding myself from your ‘we,’ I say, ‘What? Do you got a mouse in your pocket?’” [28:05]) and is perpetuating family quirks.
Managing Misconceptions
[28:49]
- They talk about public perceptions—how Jordan is seen as “dour” and reserved, but is actually fun (and often “wasted” at parties, despite looking serious).
- Reading comments is Jordan’s “toxic trait”—he admits being bothered by judgmental feedback but brushes it off with humor.
5. Careers, Music & Entrepreneurship
[29:43]
- Jordan discusses pivoting from a music career to scoring TV shows (including Dr. Phil) and launching a new business: “The Department of Hydration” with the flagship product, “American Water”—a beer-can sized, American-flag-branded can of water. Morgan expresses genuine excitement about his entrepreneurial move.
6. Friendships & Social Life
[32:17]
- Amusing stories about awkward game nights with the Jonas Brothers (Jordan’s best friends) and early pregnancy nausea. Navigating the world of LA “notoriety,” past gossip, and winning over each other’s tribes.
7. Marriage: The Good, The Bad, The Honest
[36:22]
- Morgan and Jordan analyze the surprises and challenges of their marriage, mutual patience, emotional styles, and the need for “everything to be perfect” for Morgan to truly relax.
[39:22]
- They discuss Morgan’s struggle with anxiety and health issues, describing the patience required of both to endure a succession of personal difficulties and losses.
- Jordan: “We have gone through what most couples go through in 50 years of marriage… in five.”
8. Generational Values & Traditions
[44:24]
- Generosity is a family trait, especially from Jordan’s mother—Morgan describes her as the "Wizard of Oz," always gifting and spreading warmth.
- Casual and grounded rich-kid behavior is contrasted with public assumptions of stuffiness—New Balances, Uber rides, sentimental touches like birthdays painted in closets.
[51:01]
- Advice handed down from Jordan’s brother: “Make sure the person you pick is your person, because they are always around. Even when you’re apart, they’re still always around.”
- Both agree that friendship is the backbone of their relationship.
9. Rapid-Fire & Lighthearted Moments
[49:40]
- Who’s the fun parent? Jordan claims the title, Morgan says she’s the logistical backbone.
- Small gestures: Morgan tries to keep Jordan well-fed and buys him underwear; Jordan appreciates this but insists on eating on his own schedule.
- TV-watching oddities: Jordan insists the TV volume be a multiple of five; Morgan compulsively comments on whether actors are "good" mid-show.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Morgan: "The days are long and the years are short." [14:59]
- Jordan: “It’s like a screenplay—this doesn’t really happen.” [09:56]
- Jordan: “You can go on a vacation, but as soon as you come home, it’s full parent…the days are long and the years are short.” [14:46]
- Jordan: “If I know you, I care what you have to say. If I just met you, I’m kind of like, shut up.” [04:32]
- Morgan: "You’re more emotional than me." / Jordan: "For sure." [35:21]
- Jordan: “What’s the point of having something if you can’t share it?” [44:24]
- Morgan: "We have gone through what most couples go through in 50 years of marriage— in five." [39:53]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- [03:43] Contrasting personalities: outgoing vs. reserved
- [05:07] Relationship timeline & wild early LA years
- [10:24] Coincidental anniversary revelations
- [13:12] Whirlwind family-building and handling back-to-back pregnancies
- [16:00] Growing up as Dr. Phil’s son, the shift to fame, parental influence
- [27:20] Parenting echoes; “got a mouse in your pocket?” explained
- [28:49] Public/online perceptions; Jordan’s comment reading confession
- [29:43] Career pivots: from musician to entrepreneur
- [32:17] Friend group memories; Jonas Brothers; social anxiety stories
- [36:22] Marriage insights; patience; emotional differences
- [39:22] Personal trials, health crises, family losses
- [44:24] Generosity, wealth, and normalcy; stories about Jordan’s mom
- [49:40] Rapid fire: who’s the fun parent? TV quirks, small acts of love
- [51:01] Marriage advice and core friendship
- [53:14] Traditions to keep and create; building family memories
Episode Tone & Style
Candid, witty, self-deprecating, at times emotionally vulnerable but always anchored with humor. Morgan and Jordan keep it real about the messiness, joy, and absurdity of real relationships and growing a family in the public eye—frankly acknowledging privilege, anxiety, and the universal need for connection.
For New Listeners
This episode is an intimate, often hilarious look into Morgan Stewart and Jordan McGraw’s world—far from superficial, it’s a testament to growth, second chances, and making room for both chaos and gratitude in marriage and parenthood. If you want honest talk about the behind-the-scenes of “big life,” this one’s for you.
