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Half Expecting

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by Steven Busby and Jake Cuddemi

13 episodes
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Steven's wife is unexpectedly pregnant, and now he has 9 months to prepare to be a dad. With the help of his very-much-NOT-expecting buddy, Jake, the two bring on parents, friends, and experts to teach Steven everything he needs to know before he becoming a father. Whether you're also expecting, are a parent of 30 years, or aren't planning on having kids, this our show offers a healthy dose of levity with a pinch of sincerity to the turbulent, beautiful, and chaotic world of being a parent! Steven and Jake make up the comedy duo, "Just Let Me Help." They've been changing the lives of tens of tens of people on YouTube, and are hoping to use Steven's unplanned pregnancy to take over the internet. Subscribe to help JLMH become the next Google.

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2/6/2026

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Episode thumbnail for 013 - SEASON 1 FINALE: 5 weeks left

May 1, 2026

013 - SEASON 1 FINALE: 5 weeks left

<p>It's the end of the beginning!</p><p>With 5 weeks left until baby Busby's due-date, it's time to go on paternity leave!</p><p>On today's episode, Steven and Jake reflect on the last 5 months of interviews and parenthood preparation. Steven takes a look back at some of the fears and anxieties he had at the beginning of this journey and compares to how's he's feeling now, almost a month away from becoming a dad!</p><p>PLUS, we bring on the MOST requested special guest!</p><p>Half Expecting is an interview podcast that brings levity to the daunting preparation of first-time fatherhood. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stevenleebuzz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steven Busby</a> (the expecting father) teams up with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jakecuddemi/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jake Cuddemi</a> (just a guy?), bringing on friends, pros, and experts in every possible field imaginable that could somewhat be related to parenting, in hopes of preparing Steven to be a DAD!</p><p>Steven and Jake also produce sketch comedy at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4W4XqrBTax1oXPuBUWKqQ/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Just Let Me Help</a>. A subscription and a nice comment go a long way. I mean, hell, Steven's got a baby he needs to take care of, cmon!! Steven and Jake make up the comedy duo, "Just Let Me Help." They've been changing the lives of tens of tens of people on YouTube, and are hoping to use Steven's unplanned pregnancy to take over the internet.</p><p><strong>Got questions? Hit us at <a href="mailto:halfexpectingpod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">halfexpectingpod@gmail.com</a>, or find us on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/halfexpectingpod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@halfexpectingpod</a>.</strong></p>

Episode thumbnail for 012 - FINANCIAL PLANNER: Ben Constable

April 17, 2026

012 - FINANCIAL PLANNER: Ben Constable

<p>We're talking MONEY today on the pod.</p><p></p><p>Ben Constable is a financial planner and Golden State Warriors fanatic, and today he walks Steven through the myths and the facts of financially planning for a new family.</p><p></p><p>Ben brings context, compassion, and enthusiasm to the uncomfortable "Money Chat," and brings some WINNERS for new (and current) parents who are looking for some relief around the concept of money, saving, and spending.</p><p></p><p>Half Expecting is an interview podcast that brings levity to the daunting preparation of first-time fatherhood. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stevenleebuzz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steven Busby</a> (the expecting father) teams up with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jakecuddemi/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jake Cuddemi</a> (just a guy?), bringing on friends, pros, and experts in every possible field imaginable that could somewhat be related to parenting, in hopes of preparing Steven to be a DAD!</p><p></p><p>Steven and Jake also produce sketch comedy at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4W4XqrBTax1oXPuBUWKqQ/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Just Let Me Help</a>. A subscription and a nice comment go a long way. I mean, hell, Steven's got a baby he needs to take care of, cmon!! Steven and Jake make up the comedy duo, "Just Let Me Help." They've been changing the lives of tens of tens of people on YouTube, and are hoping to use Steven's unplanned pregnancy to take over the internet.</p><p></p><p><strong>Got questions? Hit us at <a href="mailto:halfexpectingpod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">halfexpectingpod@gmail.com</a>, or find us on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/halfexpectingpod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@halfexpectingpod</a>.</strong></p>

Episode thumbnail for 011 - BABY WATCH: 8 weeks left

April 10, 2026

011 - BABY WATCH: 8 weeks left

<p>8 WEEKS LEFT! 8 WEEKS LEFT!</p><p>With only two months until the due-date, there’s no time to waste. So what do we do? We tease Steven and Molly’s baby’s name, talk about the reality of baby showers for the dad, and we test another of Steven’s fatherly-instincts: is sense of taste.</p><p>Jake and Steven compete to see who can best discern flavors in a blind babyfood taste test. It’s a ball.</p><p>Half Expecting is a comedic parenting podcast that brings levity to the daunting preparation of first-time fatherhood. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stevenleebuzz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steven Busby</a> (the expecting father) teams up with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jakecuddemi/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jake Cuddemi</a> (just a guy?), bringing on friends, pros, and experts in every possible field imaginable that could somewhat be related to parenting, in hopes of preparing Steven to be a DAD!</p><p>Steven and Jake also produce sketch comedy at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4W4XqrBTax1oXPuBUWKqQ/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Just Let Me Help</a>. A subscription and a nice comment go a long way. I mean, hell, Steven's got a baby he needs to take care of, cmon!! Steven and Jake make up the comedy duo, "Just Let Me Help." They've been changing the lives of tens of tens of people on YouTube, and are hoping to use Steven's unplanned pregnancy to take over the internet.</p><p><strong>Got questions? Hit us at <a href="mailto:halfexpectingpod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">halfexpectingpod@gmail.com</a>, or find us on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/halfexpectingpod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@halfexpectingpod</a>.</strong></p>

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What is Half Expecting?

Steven's wife is unexpectedly pregnant, and now he has 9 months to prepare to be a dad. With the help of his very-much-NOT-expecting buddy, Jake, the two bring on parents, friends, and experts to teach Steven everything he needs to know before he becoming a father.

Whether you're also expecting, are a parent of 30 years, or aren't planning on having kids, this our show offers a healthy dose of levity with a pinch of sincerity to the turbulent, beautiful, and chaotic world of being a parent!

Steven and Jake make up the comedy duo, "Just Let Me Help." They've been changing the lives of tens of tens of people on YouTube, and are hoping to use Steven's unplanned pregnancy to take over the internet.

Subscribe to help JLMH become the next Google.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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