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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. 🎮👨‍👧‍👦

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 69 — Room Swaps, Full Dad Mode & Two Weeks of Chaos

    This week’s episode is another long catch-up, after we took a week off to deal with real-life dad chaos. Sean’s been deep in a full-blown room swap project, moving kids around, shifting furniture, and questioning every life decision that led to DIY. Meanwhile, Nick’s been in maximum dad mode with bowling, stage rehearsals, soccer, and everything else that comes with a packed family schedule. Because let’s be honest — Dad Life doesn’t slow down, it just changes lanes. So in this slightly longer episode, we sit down and catch up on the highs, lows, and everything in between from the last couple of weeks. Plenty of stories, plenty of laughs, and the usual tangents as we try to piece together what just happened. Thanks for sticking with us — we hope you enjoy this one. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    57 min

  2. MAR 25

    Dad Life Episode 68-2 — Talking About Loss: Helping Our Kids Through It

    This week’s Dad Life episode is a heavy but important one. Off the back of some difficult news about Nick’s beloved cat, we sit down to talk about one of the hardest parts of parenting — helping our kids understand that life, unfortunately, does come to an end. Whether it’s pets, loved ones, or anything they feel deeply attached to, loss is never easy. We share our own experiences and how we’ve tried to handle these conversations with our kids in a way that’s honest, gentle, and supportive. We talk through a few ways to approach it: 🧠 Be honest but age-appropriate — avoid confusing language, keep it clear and kind 💬 Create space for questions — kids will process it in their own way and time ❤️ Acknowledge feelings — sadness, confusion, even anger are all valid 📖 Share memories and stories — celebrate the life, not just the loss 🫂 Reassure them — help them feel safe and supported through it ⏳ Let them grieve at their own pace — there’s no “right” way or timeline It’s not an easy conversation to have, but it’s an important one — and one we hope might help other parents feel a little more prepared. ⚠️ Trigger warning: this episode discusses death and loss. If you choose to listen, we hope you can take something meaningful away from it. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    37 min

  3. MAR 23

    Everyday Life Episode 68-1 — Pokémon, Parenting & Playing It Very Differently

    Off the back of last week’s longer episode, we’re back with a more chilled catch-up — and it turns out… we haven’t done a whole lot 😅 Other than playing games and parenting to the fullest, of course. Sean’s still on a roll with “Pokémon Crossing” (he still can’t say it right), while Arc Raiders has ground to a halt for now. Meanwhile, Nick is doing what Nick does best in his journey through Pokopia — taking it slow, making everything look pretty, and planning every little detail. Safe to say, their approaches are chalk and cheese when it comes to these games. There are a few tangents (as always), a bit more sprinkled in beyond what we’ve mentioned here, and plenty of relaxed dad banter. So grab your favourite Pokémon plushie, get comfy, and come listen along. 🎮 Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    41 min

  4. MAR 16

    Episode 67 — Cats, Caffeine & The Great Delivery Saga

    This week’s episode is another long Everyday Life special, because once again Nick and Sean sat down to chat… and the stories just kept coming. Nick kicks things off with a run of absolute chaos: a poorly and very grumpy cat, an incident involving a broken pelvis at drama club, and his bold attempt at kicking the caffeine habit. Safe to say it’s been an eventful week in the Metzger household. Meanwhile, Sean shares the latest chapter in his ongoing delivery driver saga, talks about the new tool he’s bought for the massive DIY project, and asks the question that’s been puzzling him all week… why does the weather app have a “Feels Like” option anyway?! All that plus the usual tangents, laughs, and two dads getting comfortably distracted while catching up on life. Settle in — this one’s a long but good one. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    1 hr

  5. MAR 11

    Dad Life Episode 66-2 — Helping Our Kids Choose a Career Path

    This week on Dad Life, Nick and Sean dive into a topic every parent eventually faces: how to help your kids think about their future careers. Sean shares how his own path has been fairly linear, spending over 20 years working in the power industry, steadily building experience and progressing in one field. Nick’s journey, on the other hand, has been a little more varied, and he talks about the reasons behind the different turns his career has taken over the years. Together we reflect on what we’ve learned along the way and how we might pass that wisdom on to our kids, including ideas like: Work to be happy, not miserable — a job shouldn’t drain your life away Find something you enjoy or at least something that gives you purpose Don’t be afraid to make changes if a path isn’t working Skills are transferable — what you learn in one role can open doors elsewhere Careers take time — very few people figure it all out straight away It’s an honest chat about expectations, pressure, and the reality that most careers aren’t a straight line. Hopefully it’s a conversation that helps both parents and kids feel a little more relaxed about the journey ahead. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    46 min

  6. MAR 9

    Everyday Life 66-1 — Cozy Pokémon, Cracked Ribs & Contractor Waiting Rooms

    This week Nick and Sean sit down for another catch-up, kicking things off with a chat about Pokémon Pokopia. Nick is firmly in his element as the king of cozy, crafty games, while Sean… well… let’s just say it’s not exactly his usual wheelhouse. But how is he feeling about the mechanics so far? Nick also gives us a health update. After finally shaking off the previous round of ailments, he’s somehow managed to pick up another illness and even pop a rib in the process. Safe to say it’s been an eventful few weeks on the Metzger side. Meanwhile, Sean has been busy as ever with work and the gym, while the home DIY projects have slowed down slightly as everyone waits on contractors to come in and do their thing. It’s a normal-length episode this week, packed with the usual catch-up, tangents, and everyday dad life moments — so come along and hang out with us. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    51 min

  7. MAR 4

    Episode 65 — One Big Dad Life Catch-Up

    This week we’ve got one longer episode for you because… well… we got carried away chatting. What started as a quick catch-up about our day-to-day turned into a relaxed one-hour episode covering a bit of everything from Everyday Life and Dad Life. We dive into our usual mix of: 🎮 What we’ve been playing lately 👨‍👧‍👦 What the kiddos have been getting up to 😂 The funny stories that seem to happen every single week Along the way we also touch on the idea of kids getting their first job and earning a little money for themselves — something we’re planning to explore properly in a future Dad Life episode. So this one’s a laid-back hangout. Pop your headphones in, put your feet up, and come listen along as we chat about life, fatherhood, and everything in between. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    1h 4m

  8. FEB 26

    Dad Life 64-2 — Kids & Mobile Phones: Freedom, Filters & Find My

    Last week, while appreciating our amazing grandparents (thank you again — you legends), we hinted at a topic that’s been bubbling away: children and mobile phones. This week, we tackle it head-on. It’s not an easy one. Every child is different. Every family is different. And the “right age” isn’t a universal number — it’s a moving target based on maturity, trust, and circumstance. We talk about: 📱 When a mobile phone becomes a regular topic of discussion 🌐 Access to social media and the reality of inappropriate content 🔒 How to lock things down with parental controls 🛰️ The fine line between healthy oversight and full-blown helicopter parenting 📍 Using built-in tools like Find My on iPhone to balance safety and independence We share our own thoughts, the grey areas, and the stuff that genuinely keeps us thinking at night. If you’re entering that phase where “Can I have a phone?” is becoming a weekly question, come listen along. We might not have all the answers — but we might help you ask better questions and feel a little more confident in your decision. Social Media: Facebook - https://bit.ly/DadCrossing  X - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing  TikTok - https://bit.ly/DaDcrossing   Discord - https://bit.ly/Dadcrossing-Discord  Email:  Team@dadcrossing.com  Website: www.dadcrossing.com

    55 min
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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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  • Creator
    dadcrossing
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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