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- Everyday Life 39-1 – Robinhood, Repairs & Random Dad Life
This week’s Everyday Life episode is packed with updates, laughs, and the usual dad banter!
We kick things off with an update on our Robinhood investment journey — are we up? are we down? let’s just say the stock market rollercoaster is real. Sean talks about his love-hate relationship with Balatro+ and how he’s found a new favorite in Grounded 2 on Xbox.
Then the tables turn as Nick shares his attempt at repairing the family dryer… which somehow leads to a Vicks vs Vaseline mix-up story you won’t want to miss. 🤦♂️
Outside of that, it’s been work, family, and keeping the kids entertained. With Nick’s holidays wrapping up and Sean’s just beginning, it’s safe to say dad life never slows down!
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44 min - Dad Life 38-2 – Back to School, Back to Reality
The summer break is officially over, which means it’s time to swap lazy mornings for alarm clocks and coffee on the go.
We dive into the dad life realities of:
- Earlier bedtimes (and the negotiations that come with them)
- Making packed lunches that might come home half-eaten
- School drop-offs and the parking lot shuffle
- The morning rush — socks missing, shoes on the wrong feet, and homework suddenly remembered at the door
- Finding that one clean uniform… five minutes before you leave
- Relearning how to function before 8am without losing your cool
If you’re in the trenches of the school year kick-off, you’ll feel this one.
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49 min - Earlier bedtimes (and the negotiations that come with them)
- Everyday Life 38-1 – From Bananas to Block Breakers & a Dash of Day Trading
This week’s Everyday Life episode gets a little video game heavy! 🎮
Nick’s been deep in the blocky world of Minecraft, while Sean’s finally finished collecting all those “oh bananas” and is eyeing up what to play next — including a top-secret game he can’t reveal just yet. 👀
Once the gaming chatter is out of the way, we catch up on life updates and then take a sharp left turn into finance chat. Yep — we go full Wolf of Wall Street (minus the yachts) and talk about investing a small pot of cash through the Robinhood app, exploring the fun, risk, and curiosity that comes with dipping our toes into the markets.
It’s gaming, life, and a little money talk — all wrapped in our usual banter.
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46 min - Dad Life 37-2 – Conflict Resolution for Kids: Teaching Calm in the Chaos
Dad Life 37-2 – Conflict Resolution for Kids: Teaching Calm in the Chaos
This week’s Dad Life episode is all about teaching our kids how to handle conflict—without shouting, storming off, or throwing their sibling’s favourite toy across the room.
We dig into the skills kids need to develop for handling conflict with siblings, friends, classmates — and yes, even parents — and how we, as dads, can lead the way by teaching and modelling these essential tools.
🔧 Key Conflict Resolution Skills & How Dads Can Teach Them:
- Active Listening 👂
Show them how to stop, listen, and truly hear what the other person is saying — even when they’re upset. Practice during everyday chats or sibling disagreements.- Naming Emotions 😠😢😊
Kids often act out because they can’t express how they feel. Help them name emotions with phrases like, “You look frustrated — want to talk about it?”- Empathy Building ❤️
“How would you feel if that happened to you?” Simple questions like this help kids learn to see situations from someone else’s point of view.- Taking Responsibility ✅
It’s okay to make mistakes — but owning up is key. Model apologies, even when you mess up. Kids learn so much from watching us.- Finding Solutions Together 🧩
Instead of jumping in to fix everything, guide them in solving their own problems: “What do you think we could do next time?”- Knowing When to Walk Away 🚶♂️
Sometimes stepping back is the best move. Teach your kids that it’s okay to pause and cool down before dealing with an issue.We also share personal stories, parenting wins, and those not-so-glorious fails that come with teaching our kiddos how to stay calm in chaos.
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45 min - Active Listening 👂
- Everyday Life 37-1 – TSA, Bananas, and Catching Up
This week’s Everyday Life episode kicks off with Nick recounting his hilarious TSA encounter involving his camping bag on the way to Phoenix — spoiler alert: it’s not your average security story! 🧳✈️
Then, it’s back to our usual back-and-forth as we catch up on life, family, and the week ahead. Sean owns up to his newest obsession… chasing bananas in the new Donkey Kong game. 🍌🎮
It’s all the dad banter, laughs, and relatable randomness you’ve come to expect from two dads living on opposite sides of the world — but walking the same wild parenting path.
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46 min - Dad Life 36-2 – Parenting Guilt: Leaving the Kids & Letting Go (a little)
In this week’s Dad Life episode, we’re diving deep into something we touched on at the end of Monday’s episode — parenting guilt when you leave the kids behind. Whether it’s a weekend away, a pint with mates, or just a solo Tesco run with your headphones in, that voice creeps in: “Should I be here?”
We explore:
- What really counts as “time away” — solo time vs. partner-only time
- Why dad guilt often feels different from mum guilt
- That moment you get sent a photo of a tantrum while sipping your pint 😬
- The difference between healthy detachment and just avoiding the chaos
- Generational shifts in guilt — did our parents even feel it?!
- Funny guilt moments gone wrong (FaceTime bedtime, anyone?)
- Reframing the guilt so you come back refreshed, not ashamed
- How kids actually process your absence (hint: sometimes they’re fine!)
- Partner dynamics and the dreaded invisible scoreboard
- And most importantly, why it’s okay — and actually good — for your kids to see you take a break
We wrap with a big message: taking space doesn’t make you less of a dad — it helps you be a better one. If you’ve ever felt the guilt tug, this episode’s for you.
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42 min - What really counts as “time away” — solo time vs. partner-only time
- Everyday Life 36-1 – Donkey Kong, Baking Battles & Secret Getaways
This week’s Everyday Life episode is full of laughs, stories, and classic dad banter as we dive into what’s been going on in our corners of the world.
🍌 Donkey Kong Bananza – We share our first impressions and early adventures with the new game, including the different ways we’re playing it (and why Sean might be playing it the “Dad way”).
🎒 School’s Out – Sean’s officially in summer break mode with the kids, and he gives the lowdown on what they’ve been up to, how they’re keeping busy, and how long it took before someone said, “I’m bored.”
🧳 Nick: The Stowaway – Nick snuck away with his wife for a kid-free break while the grandparents stepped in for babysitting duty! He shares what he’s been up to (spoiler: it’s not just naps and Netflix) and what recharging without the kiddos feels like.
🍞 Lola Lives! – Lyndsey’s sourdough starter is back in action as the house fills with the smell of freshly baked goodies. Sean shares the baking frenzy and how it’s taken over the kitchen — and maybe their lives a little.
🏆 Competitive Spouses Unite – We both take a moment to reflect on just how competitive our wives can be — from board games to baking showdowns, there’s no such thing as a “casual win” in our homes!
Add in the usual off-track tangents, laughter, and dad-level side quests, and you’ve got another warm, funny, and relatable Everyday Life episode of DX.
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42 min - Dad Life 35-2 – Dad Bods, Snack Attacks & Smart Home Struggles
This week’s Dad Life episode is a light-hearted laugh fest as we hit a bunch of relatable dad topics guaranteed to make you nod (and probably snort-laugh) in agreement.
We chat:
💪 Dad Bod 2.0 – Is the dad bod a myth now? TikTok seems to think so, and Gen Z isn’t holding back on the lean vs. bulky vs. fluffy dad debate.
🏠 Dad vs. Smart Home Tech – From voice assistants that ignore you to robot vacuums with a vendetta against your toes, we're losing the tech war one command at a time.
🍫 The Great Snack Debate – Why can kids destroy 14 snack bars in 5 minutes but can't finish three bites of dinner?
🦸 Dad Reflexes – Real-life superpower or parenting myth? We're talking mid-air nappy saves and late-night LEGO dodges like it’s an Olympic event.
🔇 Do kids sense silence? – The moment you sit down, breathe, or press record… chaos arrives. Every. Time.
So if you’re ready for some relatable laughs and classic dad chaos, tune in to Episode 35-2 and hang out with us!
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50 min - Everyday Life 35-1 – Wheelbarrows, Delivery Robots & Bike Shopping Shenanigans
This week’s Everyday Life episode is packed with laughs, stories, and classic dad energy!
Nick shares the tale of his wheelbarrow (or "wheel barrel"?) purchase and how he nearly fell into the trap of buying the most luxurious dirt hauler ever listed online. 🛒💸
Meanwhile, Sean talks about his encounter with delivery robots and the epic task of buying Logan a brand-new bike—because what should be simple never is when you're a dad on a mission! 🚴♂️🤖
Of course, there’s plenty of our usual banter, laughs, and cultural comparisons from across the UK and US as we swap dad wins, fails, and gaming side quests.
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43 min - Dad Life 34-2 – Gamer Dads vs. Worried Partners: Navigating Games & Kids
In this week’s Dad Life episode, we dive into the gamer dad dilemma—what happens when you're clued-up on games, but your partner sees only the worst-case scenarios?
As dads who game, we often understand how to set up content filters, disable online chat, limit exposure to violence, and stay clear of inappropriate themes. But sometimes, our non-gamer partners see a trailer, title, or cover art and understandably worry about what the kids might be getting into.
We talk through:
- 🎮 How to navigate these conversations with empathy and teamwork
- 🛡️ What tools we use to protect our kids in-game
- 🧠 The emotional effects of coming off intense gameplay, and how it can impact mood
- 👨👩👦 How to involve both parents in the decision-making process around games
Whether you're a gamer parent or figuring out how to co-parent through digital territory, this episode is packed with real-life advice, personal stories, and a few controller-related laughs.
41 min - 🎮 How to navigate these conversations with empathy and teamwork
About Dadcrossing
From the publisher's feed
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. 🎮👨👧👦