Active Listening
Venting & Coffee Walk
Complain about your boss, your landlord, or your sci-fi novel plot holes. I will listen intently, validate your frustration, and only offer advice if explicitly asked.
Available for bookings this week • Council Bluffs / Omaha & Virtual
Rent a Dependable Middle-Aged Guy by the Hour.
Inspired by Japan’s Ossan Rental (おっさんレンタル) movement. Need a quiet listener, a hotpot dining partner, someone to assemble flatpack furniture, or a calm presence at an intimidating errand? Dewey is on the clock.
✓ 100% Platonic & Public
✓ Zero Unsolicited Lectures
✓ Knows How to Use a Level
OFFICIAL OSSAN LICENSE
NO. 0042-DWY
Dewey
Certified Listener & Errand Companion
- Specialties: Nodding thoughtfully, carrying heavy boxes, 80s synth trivia
- Weaknesses: Good ramen, hardware store aisles
- Base Rate: $25 / hour
WHO IS THIS GUY?
Not a Therapist. Not a Life Coach. Just Dewey.
Sometimes you don’t need a 12-step productivity framework—you just need an unhurried, objective adult who won’t make your problem about himself.
1,240+
Cups of Coffee Shared
0
Unsolicited Life Lectures
48
IKEA Dressers Assembled
100%
On-Time Arrival Rate
MENU OF SERVICES
What Dewey Can Do
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Dining / Plus-One
Two-Person Minimum Dining
Want Korean BBQ, hotpot, or a giant platter of nachos that requires a two-person minimum? I will happily eat my half and make pleasant small talk.
Chores & Errands
Flatpack & Heavy Lifting
I bring my own ratcheting screwdriver. Ideal for bookshelf assembly, hanging curtain rods level, or helping move a couch down one flight of stairs.
Chores & Errands
Dealership / Mechanic Wingman
Intimidated by car repair quotes or appliance shopping? I will stand next to you, cross my arms, nod skeptically, and ask "Is that OEM?"
Active Listening
Presentation & Interview Practice
Rehearse your big pitch, wedding toast, or job interview in front of a supportive, low-stakes audience with constructive feedback.
Dining / Plus-One
Board Game / Trivia Fourth
Missing one player for Catan, pub trivia, or doubles pickleball? I show up on time, learn the rules quickly, and never flip the board.
HOUSE RULES
Ossan Etiquette & Strict Boundaries
To keep dewey.biz safe, clear, and fun for everyone, all bookings adhere strictly to these guidelines.
✓ Always Included
- 100% platonic, respectful companionship
- Public meeting spots (or open-door home tasks)
- Punctual arrival & clear communication
- Strict confidentiality about what you share
✕ Strictly Off-Limits
- No romantic, sensual, or overnight bookings
- No licensed medical, legal, or financial advice
- No illegal activities, scams, or deceptive pranks
- No hazardous electrical or roofing work
RESERVATION DESK
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FIELD REPORTS
Recent Ossan Rental Diary
“I really wanted all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu for my birthday, and my friends were out of town. Dewey showed up on time, manned the broth skimmer like a pro, and told me a great story about fixing a 1994 Honda Civic.”
“Bought a massive wardrobe closet and stared at the instructions in despair for three days. Dewey arrived with his own magnetic bit driver, put on smooth jazz, and knocked it out cleanly without a single leftover cam lock.”
“Took Dewey with me to get a second opinion on a brake quote. He didn’t even have to say much—just stood beside me looking thoughtful while inspecting the rotor. Saved me $420.”
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Ossan Rental (おっさんレンタル) started in Tokyo in 2012 and became a cultural phenomenon because sometimes people want low-pressure, non-judgmental company from an everyday middle-aged guy without social obligations.
Per standard Ossan Rental etiquette, the client covers Dewey’s coffee, meal, or entry ticket if the booking takes place at a café, restaurant, or venue. If we’re just walking in the park or assembling furniture, there are zero extra costs.
Select the Virtual Video/Call format in the reservation calculator for an automatic 15% discount. Great for practicing presentations, coworking body-doubling, or venting over Zoom/Discord.
Anytime up to 4 hours before our scheduled meetup with zero cancellation fees. Life happens!