April Fools’ Day may not be a national holiday, but it is a global tradition—and in this episode, we explore the wonderfully weird ways people have chosen to fool each other throughout history. Along the way, we ask the most important question of all: Is Jenni actually fool proof? Or has Tim just gotten sneakier over the years?

We kick things off with a real-life insurance snafu that somehow spiraled into one of the most wholesome and pun-filled email exchanges you’ll hear this year. From there, Tim takes us back to college for the greatest prank he’s ever pulled—one so good his mom cried and then reused it on his dad. It’s a story with suspense, drama, betrayal… and Bush Light.

We also dive into:

• The mysterious and messy history of April Fools’ Day
• Wild international traditions, including paper fish, flour bombs, and prank-free zones after noon
• The most legendary pop culture hoaxes, from spaghetti trees to left-handed Whoppers
• A prank-themed trivia game, where Jenni tries to separate fact from fiction (with surprising results)
• How our own kids are starting to get in on the April Fools action—some better than others

This episode blends humor, nostalgia, relationship dynamics, and just a bit of chaos—aka, it’s exactly what you expect from The Kids Are In Bed.

Whether you’re a fan of clever April Fools pranks, global traditions, or just hearing stories about people getting emotionally wrecked by their own children, this one’s worth a listen.

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📩 Got a great April Fools story? Send us a message or drop it in the comments—we might just read it on a future episode.

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Want the full version of Tim’s legendary college prank?

An Abnormal Chain of Fools