Welcome to DadCrossing, the podcast where we explore the highs and lows of dad life, all while diving into the world of video games. Join us each week as we share stories, tips, and laughs about balancing fatherhood and gaming. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer dad or just looking for some relatable dad talk, we’ve got you covered. Tune in for insightful discussions, guest interviews, and a whole lot of fun as we navigate the adventures of being a dad and a gamer. 🎮👨👧👦
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Episode 29-2: Learning by Doing: How Experiential Learning Shapes Better Dads
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42:54This week’s Dad Life episode is all about Experiential Learning—what it is, why it matters, and how it’s helping us become better dads while teaching our kids valuable life skills along the way. So… what is Experiential Learning? It’s all about learning through direct experience—not just watching or reading about something, but actually doing it. W…
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Episode 29-1: Udders, EV Charging & Battery-Powered Dad Energy
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41:26It’s time for another Everyday Life catch-up, and this week, Sean and Nick are back with stories, laughs, and the kind of chaos only dads can create. 👨🎓 Nick attended a family friend’s graduation, took a deep dive into very questionable ChatGPT territory ("Udders vs. Breasts"… don’t ask 😬), and treated himself to a battery-powered lawnmower—becaus…
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Episode 28-2: Type C Parenting - Calm, Connected, and Conscious
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42:20This week’s Dad Life episode dives into the world of parenting styles, and in particular, we’re unpacking the growing interest in what’s being called Type C Parenting. You’ve probably heard of Type A parents—highly structured, achievement-driven, and often a bit intense with routines and expectations. Then there’s Type B—more laid-back, go-with-the…
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Episode 28-1: Spiders, Spuds & Shiny New Cars
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40:53This week’s Everyday Life episode is full of laughs, randomness, and classic dad moments as Sean and Nick catch up on all that’s been going on. 🕷️ Nick battles a stink bug and a spider (and the result might surprise you), 🥔 Noah gets confused between raw and cooked potatoes, 📺 They enter the 4K era with a brand-new TV, 🌪️ And we ask the question: w…
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Episode 27-2: Battling the Inner Critic – A Dad’s Guide to Self-Doubt
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47:19This week’s Dad Life episode gets a little deeper as Sean and Nick open up about something many dads silently struggle with — the inner critic. That nagging voice that tells us we’re not doing enough, not good enough, or just failing at this whole parenting thing. We share simple daily practices to help quiet the noise: Naming your inner critic and…
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Episode 27-1: Swimming Badges, Soggy Soccer & Star Wars Side Quests
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28:58This week’s Everyday Life episode is full of our usual dad banter, life updates, and classic side quests of random chat! Sean celebrates Logan smashing his swimming stage, enjoys a well-earned chilled weekend between night shifts, catches up on the F1, and teams up with Logan for the Star Wars Fortnite update. Meanwhile, Nick’s schedule is packed a…
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Episode 26-2: Gamer Life - A Switch 2 Breakdown
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42:52This week’s Dad Life episode is all about the Nintendo Switch 2! Sean and Nick both have theirs pre-ordered and ready for launch, so we’re doing a deep dive into: ➡️ What might carry over from the original Switch ➡️ What might not ➡️ What parents need to know before buying one for the kids If you’re a non-techy parent or just want a heads-up before…
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Episode 26-1: Pneumonia, Ingrown Toenails & Switch 2s
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38:29This week on the Everyday Life episode of Dad Crossing, Sean and Nick shoot the breeze like only two everyday dads can. We chat about Nick securing not one but two Nintendo Switch 2 consoles (don’t worry – one’s for a good cause!), Noah battling pneumonia after weeks of coughing, and Aerial crushing it in her regional soccer match. On Sean’s side: …
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Episode 25-2: Standardized Testing – Stress, Prep, and Perspective
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42:34This week’s Dad Life episode dives into standardized testing for kids in both the UK and US — what these tests really mean, how we can prepare our children for them, and the impact they can have on kids and home life. We share our own experiences with testing as kids, how we’ve helped our children face exam season, and discuss a big question: are t…
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Episode 25-1: Easter, Poison Ivy, and Being Taken Out by a Dog!
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40:00This week’s Everyday Life episode is all about catching up and sharing some laughs as we chat about our busy weeks! Sean talks about getting absolutely bowled over by Rex (his ever-enthusiastic dog) during the Easter break, while Nick is still battling the lingering effects of poison ivy—and it’s not going away quietly! We also dive into what we’ve…
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Episode 24-2: Recreational Safety – Keeping Our Kiddos Safe Outdoors
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42:11This week’s Dad Life episode is all about Recreational Safety—because with spring sunshine finally here and the kids off school, it’s time to get outside… safely! Nick’s crew have been tearing it up on their bikes 🚲 while Sean’s little daredevil has been pushing limits at the skate park 🛹 (much to Sean’s rising anxiety). So naturally, this sparked …
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Everyday Life 24-1: Needles, Night Shifts & New Car Prep
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30:38This week’s Every Day Life episode kicks off with Nick sharing his wild day—from getting jabbed in the backside with a needle 💉, squeezing in some gaming (including with Sean!), and wrapping it all up by recording this very episode together. Meanwhile, Sean’s running on night shift fumes 😴 but still managed to sneak in some Split Fiction sessions w…
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Dad Life 23-2: Adolescence, Influence & Difficult Conversations
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54:24In this week’s Dad Life episode, we’re diving into the tough but important topics raised by the new hit Netflix series "Adolescence". ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode touches on mature and potentially distressing themes, including toxic online cultures, emotional manipulation, and harmful ideologies. Listener discretion is advised. We break down ho…
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Everyday Life 23-1: Dads, DIY & Diplomatic Giraffes 🦒🎮🛠️
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43:07This week’s Every Day Life episode comes to you tariff-free—yeah, we went there 😅. We kick things off with hype around the Nintendo Switch 2 and share our excitement for what’s next in the world of gaming. Sean talks about the upcoming Minecraft movie, which naturally leads to the classic dad move of “resting our eyes” during family films. Meanwhil…
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Dad Life 22-2: AI & Parenting: How ChatGPT is Changing the Game 🤖👨👧👦📚
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40:50In this week’s Dad Life episode, we’re getting meta as we chat about none other than ChatGPT itself—and how AI is becoming a powerful tool in the parenting toolbox! From getting homework help (without doing it for them), to outdoor adventure ideas, to handling those tricky life questions that make you wish kids came with a manual—we explore how AI …
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Everyday Life 22-1: Fast Cars, Chicken Pox & Skater Bois 🚗🛹🌪️
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36:46This week’s Every Day Life episode is full of laughs, car drama, and family updates! 🚙 Nick shares a hilarious story of how his phone’s tracking app busted his wife for speeding—tech doesn’t lie! 🔋 Sean’s car curse continues as Nick now deals with blown battery cells and sticks turning into bats thanks to wild winds! 🚗 Sean’s got some exciting car …
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Dad Life 21-2: Spring Break Survival Guide for Dads! 🌸🎮🏕️
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39:42Spring break is here, and while the kiddos are excited, us parents know the real challenge—keeping them entertained without losing our sanity! 🎮 Screen time is great, but limits are a must—right? 👧👦 Sibling love is strong… until they need a break from each other! 💡 Budget-friendly activities to keep the kids busy without breaking the bank. 🏠 Balanc…
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Everyday Life 21-1: Busy Dads, Proud Moments & The Great Jellycat Hunt! ⚽👜🐔
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38:52This week’s Everyday Life episode is all about catching up! It’s been a crazy busy week for both of us, but not without some highlights! 🏆 Nick shares more proud dad moments, even if he got told off for standing on the wrong side of the soccer field. (Oops!) 🔎 Sean has been on a wild hunt for Jellycat bags, trekking from city to city—only to end up…
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Dad Life 20-2: Sickness Strikes! Surviving Bugs, Booboos & Code Browns! 🤒🚽🤢
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43:28This week's Dad Life episode tackles a battle all parents face—when sickness takes over the house! A shoutout to our friend Solo from the NintendoDads community, whose entire family has been hit hard by a nasty virus. Wishing you all a speedy recovery! ❤️ From flu season chaos to dreaded code browns, Covid nightmares to everyday booboos, we share s…
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Everyday Life 20-1: Sore Legs, Strike Scores & Rescue Training! 🎙️🚴🎳💪
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33:29This week's Everyday Life episode is packed with laughs and life updates! 💀 Nick vs. Leg Day – Turns out, working out doesn't make date nights easier—especially when it involves riding a bike! 🚲😅 Plus, Noah smashes a 157 in bowling, and Nick debates rescheduling his dentist appointment… because, well, the Switch 2 Direct takes priority! 🎮🦷 ⛑️ Sean’…
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Dad Life 19-2: Getting Kids to Actually Talk About Their Day! 🎙️🗣️👨👧👦
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33:55It’s a tale as old as time—your kid walks through the door after school, and you ask, "How was your day?" only to be met with: 🫤 "I don’t know." 🤷♂️ "Can’t remember." 😑 "School stuff." Sound familiar? This week on Dad Crossing, we dive into the Dad Life topic of Getting Kids Engaged in Conversation. How do we get them to actually open up, share th…
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Everyday Life 19-1: Summer Laughs, Confined Spaces & LEGO Fortnite Wins! 🎙️⚽🔌
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34:27It’s time for another Everyday Life episode of Dad Crossing, where we catch up on all the dad antics, victories, and random tangents from the past week! Nick kicks things off with a hilarious summer story, while Sean shares his experience on a Confined Space Rescue course—ropes, harnesses, and all. Plus, hear how he ended up playing hide and seek i…
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Dad Life 18-2: Dividing & Conquering: Household Chores & Dad Life 🏡🧹
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42:50This week on Dad Crossing, we’re tackling the division of labor at home—because let’s be real, keeping a household running smoothly is a full-team effort! From who takes out the trash to who’s on dog-walking duty, from meal planning and cooking to organizing the kids’ routines, we break down how we divide and conquer at home. Plus, we talk about ge…
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Everyday Life 18-1: Walks, Wins & Walmart Woes 🎙️🐾🚗
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29:18This week on Dad Crossing, Sean shares his adventures in the Peak District—hiking through the woods with Rex, taking in the fresh air, and trying to forget about his ongoing battle with the Green Car (yes, it's still causing problems 😅). But it's not all frustration—he's also a proud dad moment incoming! Logan snagged Star of the Week, proving once…
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Dad Life 17-2: Having Each Other’s Backs: Brotherhood, Fatherhood & Friendship 🤝🎙️
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43:31This week on Dad Crossing, we’re talking about the importance of having people in your corner—whether as dads, friends, brothers, or long-distance best mates. Inspired by Nick’s recent experience at a men’s retreat, we dive into the ‘Fighting Diamond’ metaphor, a tactical formation used in the military to protect the man in the middle from all side…
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Everyday Life 17-1: Soccer Wins, Vet Bills & Medical Mishaps ⚽🐶🏥
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34:44This week on Dad Crossing, Nick is riding high on proud dad moments as his daughter crushed it in two soccer games, helping her team secure back-to-back wins! He also shares a sweet (literally) story about her friend from school whose parents bake some top-tier goodies—which, let’s be honest, we’re both jealous of. Meanwhile, Sean’s week has been… …
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Dad Life 16-2: Treating Your Kids Without Spoiling Them 🎁👶
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45:46This week on Dad Crossing, we tackle the tricky balance of treating your kids while making sure they don’t grow up spoiled. It’s easy to want to give them the world, but how do you do that without raising entitled little humans? Nick and Sean dive into their own parenting approaches—when to say yes, when to say no, and how to teach gratitude, respo…
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Everyday Life 16-1: Avowed, Squeaky Toys, and the Weather Report! 🎮🐶🌦️
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35:58This week on DX, Nick shares his journey (or struggle) to finally playing Avowed, the latest RPG hitting Game Pass. What could have stopped him from diving in? Well... just about everything—including the weather itself! Meanwhile, Sean has his own battle going on—this time with Rex, his dog, who insists on making his squeaky toy the third host of t…
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Dad Life 15-2: Getting the Kids Ready for the School Run ☀️⏰
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43:45This week on DX, we’re tackling one of the biggest parenting challenges—getting the kiddos up and out the door in the morning! From the early risers who bounce out of bed to the ones who need serious motivation just to open their eyes, we’ve seen it all. We share our best (and sometimes worst) tactics for speeding up the process, along with some br…
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Everyday Life 15-1: Super Bowl Recap, F1 Hype & The Justification Train 🚂🏈🏎️
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37:59This week on DX, Sean and Nick finally catch up after the Super Bowl! We break down the game, share our thoughts on the big moments, and then shift gears as Sean schools Nick on all things F1 with the new season kicking off next month. We also fill each other in on the latest happenings—Sean shares some good-ish news about his ongoing knee issues, …
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Dad Life 14-2: Valentine’s Day for Dads: Date Ideas, Gifts & Love Languages 💘💡
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39:25This week on DX, we’re diving into Valentine’s Day from a dad’s perspective! Whether you're planning a romantic date, searching for the perfect gift, or even picking up something special for the kids, we’ve got simple and thoughtful ideas to show your loved ones just how much they mean to you. But that’s not all—Nick drops some serious wisdom about…
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Everyday Life 14-1: Soccer, Strikes, and School Drop-Off Rants 🎳⚽🚗
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38:11This week on DX, Sean and Nick catch up after a jam-packed weekend filled with work, soccer games, and some good old-fashioned bowling fun! We break down what’s ahead for the week, chat about our latest gaming adventures, and, of course, go off on a few classic dad tangents. Nick also gets a little testy about the chaos that is the school drop-off …
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Dad Life 13-2: Routines, Sleep Struggles, and Dad Life 🛏️😴
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43:37This week’s Dad Life episode is all about one of the biggest parenting challenges—kids' bedtimes! Sean and Nick dive into the importance of structure and routine when it comes to getting little ones (and not-so-little ones) to sleep, and how those routines evolve as kids grow. With five kids between them, they’ve seen it all—different sleep schedul…
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Everyday Life 13-1: Broken Ovens, Car Trouble, and Pizza Hustles 🍕🔧
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38:03This week on DX, Sean and Nick are catching up on all the chaos that’s unfolded since our last episode. Sean’s been dealing with everything breaking at once—his car needed a trip to the garage, and just when he thought things couldn’t get worse, his oven gave up mid-bake while he was cooking up Lola’s newest “child” (Lola being his wife’s beloved s…
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Dad Life 12-2: Kids and Cash: Teaching Money Skills Early 💰👶
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45:16This week on DX, we’re talking about kids and money—how to teach them the value of a pound or dollar and set them up for financial success. Nick asks Sean whether his kiddos get an allowance and how they manage the money they earn from chores, birthdays, and holidays. This sparks a deeper discussion about saving, credit, debt, and all the money adv…
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Everyday Life 12-1: Lions, Freezing Temps, and Foodie Rabbit Holes 🏈❄️🍳
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38:20This week on DX, Nick’s dealing with the heartbreak of the Detroit Lions falling short of the Super Bowl. To make matters worse, he’s stuck in a deep freeze with temperatures plummeting to a bone-chilling -20°F! Meanwhile, Sean is keeping things warm in the kitchen, cooking up some epic egg dishes, while Nick shares his fun pancake-making sessions …
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Dad Life 11-2: Snack Struggles, Uneaten Lunches, and Childhood Food Woes 🍎🥪
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41:13This week on DX, we’re diving into the mealtime madness that every parent faces—kids and their snack habits! Nick shares his ongoing mission to curb his kiddos' constant snack requests, whether it’s boredom, TV influence, or Grandma’s irresistible snack stash. Meanwhile, Sean opens up about his son’s struggles with school lunches and reflects on th…
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Everyday Life11-1: Car Parts, Coffee Shops, and Plumbing Heroics 🚗☕🔧
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36:56This week on DX, the dads are catching up on their whirlwind weeks. Sean’s been living the dream (again) with another week off—spending his time hunting for car parts, earning those precious husband points around the house, and relaxing in coffee shops. Meanwhile, Nick’s been back at the grind in the office, only to come home and tackle yet another…
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Dad Life 10-2: DIY Wins, Disasters, and Dad Life 🛠️😂
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31:11This week on DX, we’re diving into the world of flat-pack furniture building! Nick’s got a dresser to tackle, which sparks a hilarious conversation about our DIY wins, epic disasters, and the joys (and challenges) of building furniture while navigating life’s curveballs—like having a pregnant wife eager to “help.” Sean shares his own memorable (and…
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Everyday Life 10-1: Kids, Cold Weather, and Detroit Lions Hype! 🏈❄️
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34:37This week on DX, we’re settling back into the usual swing of things now that the holiday chaos has passed. The kids are (mostly) back to school—except for Sean’s son Logan, who got two extra days off thanks to freezing UK weather and a broken school boiler. Meanwhile, Nick catches us up on his comings and goings, including the looming challenge of …
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Dad Life 9-2: Back to Routine: Kids, School, and the Post-Holiday Reset 🕒📚
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36:58This week on DX, we’re diving into the post-holiday challenge of getting the kids (and ourselves) back into a normal routine. With school just around the corner, we share tips for re-establishing healthy sleeping habits, balancing meals after all the festive treats, and easing the kiddos off screens with crafting games and reading books to keep the…
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Everyday Life 9-1: How It’s Going and What’s Ahead in 2025 🎆✨
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38:31In this week’s DX episode, Sean and Nick take a moment to catch their breath after the whirlwind holiday season and chat about how their New Year has kicked off. From what we’ve been up to since the ball dropped to how we’re easing back into routine, it’s all about reflecting on the start of 2025. We also share what we’re most excited for this year…
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Dad Life 8-2: New Year’s Resolutions: Tips, Stories, and Staying Strong in 2025 🎆
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36:20In this week’s DX episode, we’re diving into the world of New Year’s resolutions for 2025! We chat about resolutions we’ve tackled in the past, sharing the wins, the struggles, and how working with a supportive group—like the legendary Chubbies Bracket from Dads After Dark—has helped us stay accountable and motivated. But we’re also here to help yo…
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Everyday Life 8-1: Gifts, Food, and Squirrel Moments 🎄🎁
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46:49This week on DX, we’re back after the holiday madness to catch up and chat about all things Christmas! We dive into the gifts the kiddos unwrapped this year and how, for once, we didn’t have as many toys to build or gadgets to assemble—part of them growing up, but if we’re honest, we kind of missed the chaos. Of course, it wouldn’t be Christmas wit…
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Dad Life 7-2: The Nick and Sean Christmas Survival Guide 2024 🎄🎁
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41:54This week on DX, we’re bringing you The Nick and Sean Christmas Survival Guide 2024! The holidays are here, the kids are off school, and chaos is just around the corner—but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this episode, we share our best tips for keeping the kids entertained (without relying on screens), suggest fun games that won’t end in Mo…
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Everyday Life 7-1: Dentists, Drains, and Dreams of Vienna 🍕🦷🌭
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35:29This week on DX, Sean and Nick catch up on all the hilarity and chaos life has thrown their way. Nick shares his cringe-worthy but laugh-out-loud dentist experience, followed by a carb-fueled recovery mission involving pizza. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s been up to his elbows unclogging drains—because dad life doesn’t take a break! Meanwhile, Se…
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This week’s Dad Life Episode on DX, we’re helping you take the stress out of Christmas morning with our ultimate tech setup tips! Growing up in an ever-evolving tech world, we know all too well how frustrating it can be waiting for your shiny new console, phone, or gadget to be set up before you can dive in and enjoy it. That’s why we’re sharing pr…
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Everyday Life 6-1: From Dad Life to Foodie Chat 🍔🍕
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33:30This week's Everyday Life Episode on DX, Sean and Nick settle in for another casual catch-up, but, as often happens, the conversation takes a tasty twist. Being self-proclaimed foodies, we can’t help but dive deep into what we’ve been eating lately—from guilty-pleasure snacks to memorable meals that have made our weeks a little brighter. If you’ve …
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Dad Life 5-2: Dads vs. Winter Wonderland ❄️☃️
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40:23In this week’s Dad Life episode of DX, we’re talking all things snow days! Nick shares what life’s like in snowy Michigan, where school closures and towering snow drifts have taken over. From sledding adventures to cozy indoor activities, he walks us through how he and the kids are making the most of their unexpected days off. Meanwhile, Sean refle…
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Everyday Life 5-1: Call of Duty, COVID, and Catching Up 🎮🤒
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30:36In this week’s Everyday Life episode of DX, Sean and Nick sit down for a much-needed catch-up filled with laughs, stories, and relatable dad moments. Sean admits to spending way too much of his week off diving deep into Call of Duty—probably more than he should have. Sure, he could’ve been more productive, but sometimes it’s important to just kick …
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