Two Sons & Me — "The Dirty Simple Life"

Date: April 24, 2026
Host: Todd Chrisley (B), with sons Chase (C) and Grayson (D)
Podcast: Two Sons & Me (PodcastOne)

Episode Overview

This episode brings the Chrisley men—Todd, Chase, and Grayson—together for a trademark unfiltered, witty, and heartfelt conversation about family dynamics, reality television life, personal growth, and the new adventures ahead. From playful jabs about age to deeper reflections on the cost and meaning of fame, the episode balances comedy with candor. They open up about the realities of shooting their hit show "Chrisley Knows Best," their close bond with Nanny Faye, what they’d do differently, and what comes next. The Chrisleys’ unique brand of humor, warmth, and sharp honesty is on full display as they discuss everything from Instagram miscommunications to possible new TV concepts, including a tongue-in-cheek pitch for “The Simple, Dirty Life.”

Major Discussion Points & Insights

1. Generational Banter and Family Dynamics

• The episode kicks off with classic age jokes and playful teasing about personal milestones.
  • Quote:
    Todd: “I am so old that I have lived long enough to see each of my children screw up multiple times. So let’s not worry about the damn Olympics and the hockey team.” (01:13)
  • Chase and Grayson immediately set the comedic tone, teasing Todd about his age and each other about milestone birthdays.

2. Personal Updates & Communication Gaps

• Todd tries, often unsuccessfully, to extract life updates from his sons.
  • Grayson is playfully evasive about having nothing new to share, triggering a light-hearted interrogation from Todd.
  • The trio riff comedic routines on family group chats and the endless stream of Instagram Reels.
    • Quote:
      Chase: “You gotta stay sucker free in a world full of lollipops. And you got licked.” (03:02)
    • Grayson: “What do you expect me to do, watch them? You send 50 back to back to back. What do you want me to respond with, a bunch of laughing emojis?” (05:57)

3. Discussing World Events (with Comic Distance)

• Briefly, Grayson expresses concern about nuclear proliferation and the war in Iran, while Chase is largely apolitical, drawing laughs.
  • Quote: Grayson: “Yeah. They cannot have nuclear weapons.” (04:11)
    Chase: “No more bills! It’s a win-win for me.” (04:43)
  • Todd likens Grayson’s activism to being “the future Marco Rubio,” while Chase is characterized as the kid who texts his dad for yacht recommendations.

4. "Chrisley Knows Best" — The Reality (And the Scripted)

• The family pulls back the curtain on reality TV life, correcting rumors about scripting:
  • While situations were sometimes staged, their conversations and relationships were real.
    • Quote:
      Chase: “Savannah had made a statement that everything was scripted. It was most—”
      Todd: “Not everything, but…”
      Grayson: “Look, not everything. The situations were scripted. What we said was not.” (10:39)
• They reflect on favorite moments:
  • Chase recalls an infamous moment with a thrown laptop and discusses childhood mischief.
  • Everyone agrees on the emotional resonance of filming with Nanny Faye, especially episodes traveling or gambling together.
    • Todd: “Probably the most impactful episode was when I took my mother back to the textile mill. That was emotionally one of the heaviest episodes for me.” (15:07)

5. Regrets, Gratitude, and Growth

• The family candidly assesses the joys and drawbacks of TV stardom:
  • Todd and Grayson don’t regret doing the show, but Todd confides, “I do regret giving so much access away.” (16:19)
  • They marvel at the show as a “live photo album,” providing a legacy for their grandchildren.

6. Behind the Scenes — Crew as Family

• They reminisce about their unusually close relationship with their crew.
  • Todd insisted on breaking standard “talent vs. crew” dining barriers, creating lifelong friendships.
    • Quote:
      Todd: “We will eat with everyone that works, and I think that created a bond.” (20:56)

7. What’s Next — Upcoming Projects & Realness

• The Chrisleys are excited about pivoting to content that feels more authentic and less produced.
  • Todd: “Am I finished with television and creating content? No. But to do that same show again, no. I’m too—there’s been too much to happen in my life.” (18:09)
  • The group debates the right mix of reality and scripting for the new shows.
• Teasers for upcoming TV ideas include a “traveling food thing,” and the hilarious “Simple Life meets Dirty Jobs” reality format starring Todd and Chase.
  • Quote:
    Chase: “You and I should do that as a show. That would crush it.” (36:12)

8. Money, Opportunity, and Sibling Dynamics

• The brothers air comic grievances about their workload and pay, referencing Macaulay Culkin’s infamous child star situation.
  • Grayson: “No, dad definitely took all my money. I got fuckin’ Macaulay Culkin-ed.” (31:01)
  • Spoofing their own financial arrangements and who should’ve gotten paid more, Chase and Grayson deliver rapid-fire punchlines.

9. Family Memories & School Stories

• They share stories of breaking school rules, evading dress codes, and smuggling Chick-fil-A over playground fences.
• The conversation highlights how even small, mischievous moments have become cherished collective memories.

10. Dream Shows & On-Camera Comfort Levels

• Todd asks if his sons would do shows like The Bachelor (they firmly refuse).
• Grayson is reluctant about future TV projects, while Chase is eager if the check is right.
  • Quote:
    Todd: “I want it to be authentic.”
    Chase: “A mixture of both. Perfect balance.” (28:10)
• The “Simple Dirty Life” show concept takes playful shape:
  • Grayson: “We should bring back The Simple Life and mix it with Dirty Jobs.” (36:02)
  • Chase (deadpan): “Lorno. Light porn. Dick stays in pants.” (37:00)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• Todd, on aging and parenthood:
  “I am so old that I have lived long enough to see each of my children screw up multiple times.” (01:13)

• Grayson, on global issues:
  “Yeah. They cannot have nuclear weapons.” (04:11)

• Chase, on family communication:
  “You gotta stay sucker free in a world full of lollipops. And you got licked.” (03:02)

• Todd, on being outnumbered:
  “You pushing 60.”
  “You pushing death. You keep messing.” (01:46)

• Grayson, describing the TV experience:
  “Nanny and I, we were in the trenches together…we both like to gamble.” (11:14)

• On life lessons from the show:
  Todd: “It’s such an amazing, really, a live photo album. For my grandchildren. For all of us. So I’m grateful for that.” (16:06)

• On money made and spent:
  Grayson: “I got fuckin’ Macaulay Culkin-ed.” (31:01)
  Todd: “We were paid very well for what we did. Very well.” (31:30)

• Upcoming adventures:
  Todd: “We’re going to…this one lady…she’s 90 years old and barbecues all morning…line is out the door, down the street, around the corner…” (33:53)

• New TV ideas:
  Grayson: “We should bring back The Simple Life and kind of mix The Simple Life and Dirty Jobs…that would crush it.” (36:12)

• Candid dialogue about each member’s on-camera persona:
  Todd: “So then, well clearly, you know, he’s very monotone, so he’s not going to be involved. He just wants to get a check.” (32:57)

Segment Timestamps

• 00:45 — Show intro & age banter
• 03:09 — Updates from Chase & Grayson; communication comedy
• 04:11 — Discussing world news & differing political engagement
• 09:11 — Reflecting on college, grades, and being on "Dean’s List"
• 10:28 — Backstage of “Chrisley Knows Best”; scripting vs reality
• 15:07 — Most impactful (and funniest) moments from the show
• 16:06 — On regrets, legacy, and gratitude
• 19:00 — Family’s bond with crew; breaking down production norms
• 27:39 — Future TV projects: goals for authenticity & impact
• 28:10 — Scripted vs. real debate; “mixture of both” approach
• 36:12 — “Simple Life + Dirty Jobs” concept brainstorm
• 38:00 — “Schitt’s Creek” comparisons and family dynamics
• 41:22 — Dirty work show hypothetical and reactions
• 42:02 — Closing banter; teasing more to come

Tone & Style

• Candid, playful, and familial: The Chrisleys wield self-deprecating humor, sarcasm, and Southern warmth to keep the conversation animated but genuine.
• Unfiltered: Expect frank language and no shortage of classic Chrisley one-liners.
• Reflective: Despite the laughter, the family isn’t shy about the burdens of fame and their hopes for the future.

For New Listeners

This episode is an ideal blend of comedy, family tension, and inside stories about what really happens behind reality TV. If you wonder how a famous family navigates real life when the cameras are supposed to be off—or if you’ve ever considered what comes after fifteen minutes of fame—this is a must-listen.

“With the two boys aboard and the Toddfather steering the ship, what else could you need?”
The answer, as always: “A bigger boat.”