Trevor Alexander & Jeff Smalley
New Dad Gaming
Each week the New Dads walk through their experiences both as fathers and gamers. With precious limited time for gaming, the Dads talk about what games they’re playing and what fatherhood has thrown at them this week.
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Trevor Alexander & Jeff Smalley
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Latest episode
Oct 30, 2026
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Episodes
Ep. 304 - No Dad Gaming 12.10.2023 33:30
This week there is no games to be seen anywhere for Trevor, though he does uncover the secret Call of Duty past of Jeff, and the dads discuss the new Roblox release on Playstation. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Others on Our Website: https://newdadgaming...
Ep. 303 - Real Work For Digital Time 06.10.2023 31:41
This week, Trevor asks his fellow gaming dads for ideas on how his kids can earn some extra game time during the week, Jeff dives into Cyberpunk 2077, and the dads round out the conversation with the Meta Quest 3, Diablo 4 Announcements, and Starfield. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/...
Ep. 302 - Diablo 4 Is Not Immortal 26.09.2023 34:02
This week, Trevor dips back into Diablo Immortal while Diablo 4 languishes, his kids have taken a break from Roblox to play some Minecraft and Fenix Rising, the dads discuss ways to help their kids build games, and Jeff jumps way back to play Vagrant Story. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify....
Ep. 301 - Of Friends, Dice Roles, and Monetization 20.09.2023 34:32
This week Jeff makes and immediately retracts a game recommendation with Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis, he makes and sticks a game recommendation with F-Zero 99, Trevor has a gaming tip for being your kids hero with free Roblox codes, and the dads discuss gaming friendships ruined and D&D Parties found. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gamin...
Ep. 300 - Starfield Dads Skyrim VR Kids 07.09.2023 41:33
300 Episodes! Jeff and Trevor would like to sincerely thank you for joining us on this gaming dad journey, and cheers to the next 300! This week Trevor recounts his side quests from space in Starfield, Jeff brings his kids into the VR world of Skyrim, and the dads react to the recent PS Plus subscription price cost increase. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/p...
Ep. 299 - Starfield VS Diablo 4 VS Dad Time 31.08.2023 36:17
This week, one dad ponders dropping Diablo 4 in favour of Starfield, another dad suits up in Armored Core 6, and the dads await the joyful start of the new school year. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Others on Our Website: https://newdadgaming.com/
Ep-298 - Co-ops, Late Nights, and Old Age 23.08.2023 37:48
Giveaway Alert! Baldur's Gate 3 - Standard Edition, your choice of platform! To enter: 1. Follow @NewDadGaming https://twitter.com/newdadgaming 2. Like / RT this post 3. Reply to the pinned tweet with a screenshot of you listening to a NDG episode Entries open until August 30! -- This week, the dads are in the end days of summer and dealing with some tired kids. Jeff let's game time run long when...
Ep. 297 - Baldur’s Gate 3 For D&D & Dads 16.08.2023 32:59
Giveaway Alert! Baldur's Gate 3 - Standard Edition, your choice of platform! To enter: 1. Follow @NewDadGaming https://twitter.com/newdadgaming 2. Like / RT this post 3. Reply to the pinned tweet with a screenshot of you listening to a NDG episode Entries open until August 30! -- This week, the dads adore the Baldur's Gate 3 game from afar (wishing they had time to play), Jeff begins a noble quest...
Ep. 296 - Diablo 4 Grind, Roblox is Fine, Age of Empires Shine 10.08.2023 36:56
This week, Trevor remorses as Roblox takes over this household and he struggles with how to approach it, Jeff introduces the classic Age of Empires 2 to his kids (with great success!), and Trevor discusses trying to keep up in his first Diablo 4 Season as a dad. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify...
Ep. 295 - Final Fantasy 16 Fetch Quests For All (Materia) 07.07.2023 31:56
This week, Jeff roasts Trevor for his Final Fantasy 7 folly while recounting the terrible fetch quests of Final Fantasy 16 (which is he still enjoying). Jeff also recounts an interactive gaming play "No Save Points", and the dads review some initial purchases from the Steam Summer Sale. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 S...
Ep. 294 - Diablo 4 Dads VS Dinks 28.06.2023 35:02
This week one dad might have forgot to pick up his kid at the bus stop....maybe....but otherwise the Dads get an update from Gaming Dad Luke on his console decision, they discuss guns in games and when the introduction makes sense, and dive into Diablo 4 as one dad of 2 plays with a couple bachelors and the lack or progress is palpable. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts...
Ep. 293 - Dad Advice Sought And Final Fantasy 16 Bought 21.06.2023 34:08
This week fellow Gaming Dad has a question on which device to add to his house to help with some kid gaming chaos, Jeff buys his ticket into the new world of Final Fantasy 16, and the dads wrestle with their jealousy of their kid's plentiful gaming time (especially with summer vacation starting). Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id110...
Ep. 292 - Defending Roblox Is A Final Fantasy 16 14.06.2023 33:21
This week the dad’s read a note from a listener DEFENDING Roblox! (at least their support team), and another asking for an opinion on the newly release ASUS ROG Ally. Trevor admires his kids Pokémon Sword grind while Jeff dips into Final Fantasy 16 and his kids own video game! (Proud dad moment) Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id110733...
Ep. 291 - Tears Of The Kingdom Breaks and Diablo 4 Bakes 07.06.2023 33:53
This week Trevor dives into Diablo 4 and gives a Gaming Dad perspective on the gameplay (spoiler, it's great), Jeff fends off his kids from fixing the perfect dad hack on Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom while also diving into Starcraft 2 with them, and Trevor pulls off a Gaming Dad save by "upgrading" an NHL game gift. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new...
Ep. 290 - Tears Of The Kingdom Fall For Diablo 4 Pre-Orders 31.05.2023 30:14
This week, the dad's respond to a story sent in about a dad feeling down and stuck, Jeff says no to a Tears of the Kingdom request, Trevor commits another Gaming Dad sin with a Pre-order of Diablo 4, and Jeff's kids are building their own dang RPGs! Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434...
Ep. 289 - Pokémon Go-s The Screen Time 22.05.2023 32:41
This week Trevor's house is quiet with the screens being turned off for bad behavior, but their local neighborhood is ripe for exploring and finding Pokémon. The dads also discuss some non-alcoholic beer and it being part of a larger health push. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9...
Ep. 288 - Core Memory Unlocked at Midnight 17.05.2023 29:23
This week Jeff recounts his first successful midnight launch with his kids picking up Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, while also taking a moment to review the game. Trevor is elated at the return of demo's as he decides between Street Fighter 6, (now with more kid friendly controls), and Diablo 4. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id11073...
Ep. 287 - Roblox Causes Tears Of The Kingdom 10.05.2023 33:44
This week Jeff contemplates his kids first midnight launch for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom having shed his own tears trying to salvage a Roblox account. Trevor meanwhile is in VR trying to pick up some Spanish with Noun Town, and dreams of the education game future. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.s...
Ep. 286 - #DadsPlayToo 28.04.2023 29:16
This week, the Dads participated in a great event from Nintendo "Dad's Night In with Nintendo" #DadsPlayToo - where they got to meet other gaming dads and play a few rounds of Splatoon 3. Huge thanks to Nintendo for the opportunity. Trevor coaches his kids on how to behave in the outside world, Jeff takes his kids to the arcade for a birthday, and Trevor gets a round of applause on his motorcycle....
Ep. 267 - Steam-y Content 17.04.2023 29:58
This week Jeff deals with a kid downloading some NSFW DLC, Trevor has some power struggles over the home console, Pokemon Card fever continues, and the dads have a great gaming tip for anyone who owns a SteamDeck. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Others on Our We...
Ep.266 - Pokemon C’mon 10.04.2023 31:34
This week the dads share an amazing story from fellow Gaming Dad Chad who found a way to sneak in some gaming with a Switch. The dads discuss an interesting situation with a child's friend's dad joining a game, the current sad state of Pokemon for kids, and the exciting state of a Dads's first Pokemon game. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gam...
Ep.265 - And Hecks Coming With Me... And My Son Is Coming With Me 03.04.2023 29:17
This week, one dad dips into Minecraft again, but by himself while another brings his son down to heck with the free Diablo 4 Beta Weekend. Welcome to New Dad Ron, and thanks for writing to us from our website newdadgaming.com Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ6Uw Ot...
Ep. 264 - Arcade Minecraft and Diablo 4 at Home 21.03.2023 31:38
This week, Trevor brings his kids to a bustling arcade to sadly watch as they head straight to Minecraft Dungeons (which is pretty cool), Jeff dips into Windwaker on his Steamdeck and enjoys the game more with cheats, Trevor talks of a recent family trip and the gaming tips that helped, and they briefly discuss the recent Beta release of Diablo 4. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https:/...
Ep. 263 - Surviving In MineCraft It Gets Better 28.02.2023 31:54
This week, Trevor rekindles his joy of Minecraft with his sons switching to survival, Jeff's kid plays a game of hide and seek with his iPhone, Trevor's Xbox wipes their accounts, and Jeff reminds us all that it keeps getting better. Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/434cj9ksKBnX6aY2aBZ...
Ep. 262 - PSVR 2 and Elden Ring Cheats 20.02.2023 33:46
This week Jeff drags out the ol' PSVR, (not PSVR 2 sadly), and discusses his annual game tradition. Trevor has gone to the dark side and begun cheating at Elden Ring, and recounts a story of setting barriers with his kids (including a surprise "Back In my Day" story). Subscribe to the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-gaming/id1107330772 Spotify: https://op...
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