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Dungeons and DiapersDaD 149 - Gift Giving'Tis the season for capitalism! Ryan and Crofton brace themselves for the holidays with discussions about gift giving. Who organizes gifts in their respective households? What are the hot gifts of the season? Before that, the boys discuss TV shows like Man on the Inside and Pluribus, family games, Zelda mangas, and even a hot new digital card game! Come listen - it's a packed show!Discussion00:00:00 - Crofton’s Lost Cat00:20:38 - Dungeons01:36:54 - Gift GivingIt’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for...
2025-11-212h 19Dungeons and DiapersDaD 148 - The Games That Made Us - Part 1Ryan and Crofton take a break from their usual parental shenanigans to reflect on some of the video games that left important marks on their younger selves - from Mother Goose to Mario. But first, they hit the books with Ryan's review of Richard Osman's latest Thursday Murder Club yarn and Crofton singing the praises of Kelly Yang's Front Desk. All of this, Ninja Gaiden, and Ryan can't stop won't stop with shark movies and the Meg 2. Come listen!Discussion00:00:00 - A Mild Concussion00:16:19 - Dungeons01:07:04 - The PEAK AvenDaDs Recap
2025-11-102h 00Dungeons and DiapersDaD 147 - Parenting 101 for Friends Without KidsA bit of a different topic this week as Ryan and Crofton share stories about times that they felt misunderstood for being a parent and advice on how to support your parent friends as they embark on a sometimes scary, always tiring, new journey. But before that Crofton has more to say on Hades II, while Ryan watches The Meg with Kayden and Peacemaker Season 2 by himself. All of this and one of the boys gets a new pet! Come listen!DiscussionStart - New Family Pet25:20 - Dungeons1:39:09 - Parenting 101...
2025-10-302h 25Dungeons and DiapersDaD 145 - Booze, Drugs and CrimeThings take a turn in this episode as Ryan and Crofton discuss some key adult topics and how they talk to their kids about them. Alcohol! Weed! Theft! It is all here. But also, Crofton has some updated thoughts on Hollow Knight: Silksong and Ryan is converted to PEAK. All of that and more television as things continue to Upload and murders keep happening in the building! Come listen!DiscussionStart - Intro6:45 - Dungeons1:08:35 - Booze, Drugs and CrimeIt’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs ar...
2025-09-281h 55Dungeons and DiapersDaD 144 - Summer Stories and Gaming GloriesNo topic this week as the boys catch-up on the considerable amount of things that they have been doing, playing, reading, and watching. From roller coasters to Minecraft experiences, from Rogue Princes of Persia to Hollow Knights of Silksong, from big Netflix films of the year, to a possible book of the century, and more. Peruse to your leisure and catch up with Ryan and Crofton as this is Peak Dungeons and Diapers, sans the diapers.DiscussionStart - Vacation Stories22:04 - Dungeons50:12 - The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue1:06:03...
2025-09-162h 27Dungeons and DiapersDaD Special Edition - Crofton Side of CORE 2The alarm has sounded: the CORE boys are up to no good and poor Crofton is the victim. This special edition provides Crofton's counterpoint to Beau's "Valheim Story" from CORE 480. Should you be a listener of both shows, you will enjoy this. Should you only listen to DaD then there is no other version of this story.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Dungeons & Diaper...
2025-08-2047 minDungeons and DiapersDaD 143 - Minecraft and ROBLOXIt is time for Ryan and Crofton to examine the addictive video game drugs of the kid world: Minecraft and ROBLOX. But they are not the experts and invite Gwen and Kayden to visit and explain the appeal of these blocky games. Meanwhile, Crofton tries to get some points in the DaD competition by reading Kazuo Ishiguro's seminal novel Never Let You Go where Ryan goes back to the theatre to watch the latest version of The Fantastic Four. All of that and they both play the same video game at the same time (Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, not Final...
2025-08-152h 09Dungeons and DiapersDaD 142 - State of the Switch: A DaD RetrospectiveWith Ryan and Crofton now proud owners of Nintendo Switch 2s, there has never been a better time to look back over the life of the original Nintendo Switch and the priceless memories - both good and bad - it left them with. Ryan also goes bananas for Donkey Kong: Bananza while Crofton hard sells Old Skies, the new adventure game from Wadjet Eye Games. All this and Ryan finally goes to a museum and gets some culture. Come listen!DiscussionStart - Intro14:03 - Dungeons1:10:29 - State of Nintendo Switch
2025-07-302h 00Dungeons and DiapersDaD 139 - The DentistToday Ryan and Crofton go the dentist. House of horror or necessary evil? That is the question. The boys regale with stories of kids and teeth. But those are not the only stories, as Ryan supports his kids in opening a business and then blowing their earnings at the racetrack. Meanwhile, Crofton is itching to talk about Clair Obscur and the Nintendo Switch 2. Oh, and itching because he has lice. Come listen!DiscussionStart - Lice and Internet Outages15:04 - Dungeons1:42:10 - Going to the DentistIt’s Extra Li...
2025-06-132h 04Dungeons and DiapersDaD 136 – Unintended InfluencingNo matter what we do, our kids are watching. For good or for ill, we are influencing them all the time. This week, Ryan and Crofton talk about how their parenting is going and the impressions they are leaving. But before that, Crofton recaps this year's WRESTLEMANIA and Ryan reads the latest John Scalzi book that may be a bit cheezy. All of this, a Blue Prince and more. Come listen!DiscussionStart – Intro and FFVII Rebirth Watch12:53 – Dungeons1:08:27 – Unintended InfluencingIt’s Extra Life season again, and the Aven...
2025-04-261h 37Dungeons and DiapersDaD 131 – FearsCrofton and Ryan are never too scared to talk about being scared. Fears is the topic this week but, before that, they announce the new DaD Challenge for 2025. Get on board at the beginning! Ryan gets creeped out with Creature Commandos before getting sugared up with Sugar on Apple TV+. Meanwhile, Crofton – classy gent that he is – makes a trip to the symphony before going Back to the Future with his family. All of this and Ryan gets locked in a room with his son! Come listen!DiscussionStart – Crofton Side of CORE Follow Up and...
2025-02-031h 53Dungeons and DiapersDaD Special Edition – Crofton Side of COREFor over a year, Crofton-themed fan podcast CORE has made it a point to come after him. From the amount of pizza he eats to his skills as a rogue to weird dreams about him – no topic is too low. Well, Crofton has turned the other cheek but Ryan kept the receipts. And now, it is finally time for Crofton to react. This is a special extra episode of Dungeons and Diapers – come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, pl...
2025-01-2155 minDungeons and DiapersDaD Special Edition – 4th Annual DaddiesIt is the greatest event of the year and everyone's filled with good cheer! It's the Daddies! Ryan and Crofton go over their favourites for the year, Crofton has an existential crisis about his lack of reading, and our loyal listeners chime in with their picks. Come celebrate and happy holidays everyone!DiscussionStart – Setting up the Daddies8:04 – The Dungeon Awards1:01:37 – The Diaper Awards1:37:12 – The Listener AwardsIt’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like t...
2024-12-202h 06Dungeons and DiapersDaD 128 – Extra CurricularsAfter finishing their homework, Ryan and Crofton are back to improve themselves further by talking Extra Curriculars - from swim lessons to karate, how do parents make them fit? But to get to that, you must listen to the gospel of Blue Sky as the boys get a whiff of that new social media smell. Follow Ryan and Crofton over on Blue Sky today! But don't fret, there are still fun and games with Rise of the Golden Idol, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, and the new Penguin TV show. Don't be a Grinch and come listen!It’s Ex...
2024-11-221h 53Dungeons and DiapersDaD 127 – HomeworkRyan and Crofton finally do their homework this week. Crofton goes back to Baldur's Gate III and Only Murders in the Building while Ryan rekindles his torrid affair with the MCU with Agatha All Along. They then talk homework with elementary age kids in 2024. How does it work for them? How can they build on it? All of that and Extra Life too. Trigger warning of note - the results of the US election are discussed off the top.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like...
2024-11-081h 39Dungeons and DiapersDaD 126 – State of Gaming 2024Ryan and Crofton decide to take a breather and talk about one of their favourite topics: video games. But in this special edition, the boys delve deep into the current state of the gaming industry including hopes for the future. But, before that, Crofton goes deep on two worthwhile games he is playing - Returnal and UFO 50. Not much kid talk this week but, to keep it classy, Ryan read Richard Osman's latest, We Solve Murders and is ready to report back. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Mira...
2024-10-292h 09Dungeons and DiapersDaD 125 – AvenDaDs AssembleOn this special episode, Ryan and Crofton welcome a guest, fellow dad Travis. He is not just a dad, he is an AvenDaD. What does this mean? You will have to listen to find out. The three of them cover a range of topics including which Zelda is the best for kids, can a show about Unsolved Mysteries be satisfying, and how much kids soccer can one man take? All of this and Crofton finally has someone to talk to about wrestling as he and Travis do a deep dive into the Netflix documentary "Mr. McMahon". Come listen!It’s...
2024-10-112h 01Dungeons and DiapersDaD 122 – Summer CampAs we approach the midway point of summer, Crofton and Ryan talk about one of its staples: summer camp. Is it a life changing experience for kids or a glorified daycare? Crofton puts a pin on Persona 5 Royal as he starts up Resident Evil 4 Remake, while Ryan talks The Boys Season 4. All of this and Ryan pays Crofton a visit in real life!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the suppor...
2024-07-271h 36Dungeons and DiapersDaD 120 – Field TripsIt is the end of the school year but there is still time for a Field Trip! Ryan and Crofton talk about their faves and why it is worth finding the time to go along with your kids. But before that? You guessed it - Persona 5 Royal for Crofton, who might be near the end, and TV for Ryan who valiantly tries to make Crofton watch Delicious in Dungeon. But at least he finished Andor! Start your vacation right and come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hosp...
2024-07-031h 28Dungeons and DiapersDaD 117 – In-lawsIn this episode Crofton and Ryan delicately navigate the minefield that is talking about your in-laws. How do you do it? How involved are they with your kids? Meanwhile, Ryan has escaped the Wasteland, with final thoughts on his tour of Fallout 4, while Crofton is playing checks notes - wait that can't be rjght Persona 5 Royal? Oh boy, should be a good one! All this and Ryan reads more books!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.c...
2024-05-181h 35Dungeons and DiapersDaD 115 – Wrestling with Date NightRyan and Crofton are known for many things: genius parenting advice, good taste in games, but did you know they are also hopeless romantics? Let's talk date nights! But before that, it is finally time for Crofton to talk Wrestlemania. But before that, it is book nook with Ryan and Prince of Persia for Crofton. But before that, Helldivers 2. But before that... actually just give us a listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donate...
2024-04-232h 30Dungeons and DiapersDaD 114 – Fictional Gift GiversWhat do the Easter Bunny, Santa, and the Tooth Fairy all have in common? They give kids stuff and they are make believe. Are these fictitious gift givers present in your house? Ryan and Crofton talk about them and how to maybe have a difficult conversation with your older kids. But it is also fun and games as Ryan keeps his reading record alive with Hench and Crofton gets on his pulpit about Final Fantasy XVI. Helldivers 2 makes an appearance and Ryan continues to make Crofton hear about anime. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the Av...
2024-04-021h 54Dungeons and DiapersDaD 111 – Birthday PartiesIt is the season for birthday parties and Ryan and Crofton share their thoughts on how they organize kid parties, from costs to ideas. Crofton finally gets his podcast challenge for 2024 and takes it well. Ryan begrudgingly admits that Crofton was right the whole time about Abbott Elementary while Crofton busts some faces in Sifu. All of that and we are on the Road to Wrestlemania! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donate...
2024-02-101h 47Dungeons and DiapersDaD 110 – Kids and MoneyHow do your kids think about money? Do they have an allowance? Do they have a sense of its value? Ryan and Crofton exchange notes about their kids' relationships with the all powerful dollar, from budgeting to toys. But first Ryan finds out what his DaD Challenge is for 2024 and introduces some options for Crofton (voting closes February 8th). All that and how to optimize a Steam Deck for maximum comfort, and non-Nintendo family games.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please...
2024-01-291h 58Dungeons and DiapersDaD 109 – FoodHope you are hungry because Ryan and Crofton will be going through the menu of kid meals, lamenting how kids just don't eat anything. But fret not! It is a new year on Dungeons Diapers and the guys compare holiday gift lists before Crofton takes Ryan through the Dungeons of Eternity so he can settle in his reading nook and read The Last Devil to Die. All of this, the Dead Space remake, and Crofton challenges Ryan.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to don...
2024-01-151h 57Dungeons and DiapersDaD Kids Special – Holiday TalesRyan and Crofton take a break from the holidays to chat with their kids about their various holiday adventures. First up, Ryan outnumbers himself on the podcast with Kayden and Abigail, as they discuss Dungeon Murder and their favourite Christmas gifts. Crofton and Gwen discuss some Christmas gifts, including Pikmin 4, the board game Azur, and a viewing of Pixar's Onward. All this and they share their holiday travels too!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/don...
2024-01-0658 minDungeons and DiapersDaD 107 – Making Friends (as Adults)Strap in because Crofton has a lot to get off his chest in this episode, including thoughts on the new Madame Web trailer and the Sony Spider-Verse in general. Ryan tries to convert him back to the MCU with impressions of Loki Season 2 but he might be lost to Apple TV with all its great comedies. The one thing Ryan and Crofton can agree on is how hard it is to make new friends as adults. All of this, and Crofton picks a beef with another podcast! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are ra...
2023-11-191h 55Dungeons and DiapersDaD Special – Girl Guides with GwenRyan is away so Crofton's daughter Gwen joins him for a special edition of Dungeons and Diapers. They give first impressions of Super Mario Bros. Wonder along with what it is like playing it as a family of four. Crofton catches Gwen up on Apple TV's Shrinking and other content that she is way too young to hear about. Gwen then takes the mic and doesn't stop as she goes through the wonder of Girl Guides and why she likes it so much. Crofton doesn't know where she gets her mic energy. All of this and an important Playstation 5 Watch 2023!
2023-11-1139 minDungeons and DiapersDaD 106 – BedtimeRyan and Crofton are full of things to talk about in this extra stuffed edition of Dungeons and Diapers. First, they are back into Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty before turning on their TV and watching The Walking Dead - Darryl Dixon and The Afterparty Season 2. Then the boys get sleeping and prepare for bedtime. How to get kids to bed? Let's talk about it! All that, the Crofton Side of CORE returns, and apparently Ryan has a zombie podcast?It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like t...
2023-10-262h 04Dungeons and DiapersD&D 105 – Halloween ScaresThis week, the boys get into the Halloween spirit as Ryan cuts right to the chase and tells Crofton a spooky story that ties up nicely in the end. Crofton has a lot of balls in the air with his first impression of Cyberpunk 2077's expansion "Phantom Liberty" and its anime "Edgerunners". Finally, neither Ryan nor Crofton get snippy when discussing this week's topic: Halloween! All of this and Ryan has a surprise too!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head o...
2023-10-171h 31Dungeons and DiapersD&D 104 – Family PetsDo you like handling poop? Cat Person Crofton and Dog Guy Ryan talk about when the best time is to get a family pet and all the pluses and minus attached. But first, Ryan gives Crofton his first impressions of Starfield and how it may have strayed too far afield from what Bethesda normally does. All that and Sea of Stars too!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from o...
2023-09-251h 38Dungeons and DiapersD&D 101 – CampingCrofton and Ryan return from the woods, licking their wounds and bug bites to bring you this podcast on camping with the family. The peace of the woods allows Ryan to read books from Andy Weir while Crofton is desperate to get back to his game of Cyberpunk 2077 and watch the new season of The Witcher. All of this and Crofton bombs at stand-up comedy!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all th...
2023-08-011h 32Dungeons and DiapersD&D Special – Catching Up On The MCURyan asks Crofton if he will be catching up on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which leads to a fun chat about Marvel movies, comics, and of course... Spider-Man. We've had this chat a few times as the MCU continues to balloon in content and storylines, but felt like now was a good time to chat about it since we're well into the first phase of The Multiverse Saga.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donate...
2023-07-1010 minDungeons and DiapersD&D 98 – Sleeping Dogs and FamiliesThe discussion topic for Ryan and Crofton this week is sleep. How do we get it? Why can we never get enough? Why don't kids sleep? Crofton carries this into the dungeons as he discusses Sleeping Dogs until Ryan goes Across the Spider-Verse. All this and more Zelda too!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Dungeons & Diapers listeners!Have a question or comment for the sh...
2023-06-121h 50Dungeons and DiapersD&D 97 – Kids and TechThe second of the new DaD topic series is now out, with Ryan and Crofton talking about technology and the role it plays in raising kids in 2023. But don't worry, they also find time to gush about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the hot new release! All of that and Sleeping Dogs too.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Dungeons & Diapers listeners!Have...
2023-05-281h 57Dungeons and DiapersD&D 95 – ALMOST FAMOUSCrofton officially goes on strike from work, leading to a series of escalating events and interesting stories that culminate with him appearing on the national news. Also, Ryan gets a bicycle. In the Dungeons, Ryan continues his journey into reading with the latest Richard Osman mystery while Crofton continues his journey to Asgard in God of War Ragnarok. All of this and did we mention Ryan got a bike?? Come listen already!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over t...
2023-04-302h 00Dungeons and DiapersD&D 94 – Writers StrikeToday, the boys discuss... finances! WAIT COME BACK! Let's ease into this: Crofton and Ryan swap Easter stories while also going over some recent games (Crofton - Midnight Suns complete and final thoughts!) and movies (Ryan - Super Mario Movie with the kids). They also realize that they have neglected talking about finances and have a quick discussion to figure out if they need to go on podcast strike. All of this and Ryan tries reading another book as BookWatch2023 seemingly continues?It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hosp...
2023-04-171h 32Dungeons and DiapersD&D 93 – Midnight MexicoIt is spring breeeeeeeak! Crofton and Ryan handle it in different ways. One jets off for Mexico and brings back tales of the land down under (sorry Australia) while the other returns to his traditional hunting grounds of the Toronto Zoo. Both of them saw lots of animals! None of which impressed Crofton as much as his new arcade machine. He has almost as much love for it that he does for Marvel's Midnight Suns. All of this and popular (?) segments "BookWatch2023" and "Crofton Side of CORE" also return.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are ra...
2023-03-272h 01Dungeons and DiapersD&D 92 – Izzy’s Good WeekRyan and Crofton share fitness tips (?) as they do their best to better themselves. Ryan's journey through literature continues with his first non-Halo book in years and Crofton checks in with the first-ever BookWatch2023 segment. Beyond that, Crofton and Ryan do a role reversal with God of War Ragnarok (note the time stamps for spoilers) and Elden Ring. All that, and Izzy has a good week!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We apprec...
2023-02-261h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D 91 – Hardcore AdultingCrofton and Ryan are back to share parenting battle stories as the winter season means lots of future planning. The only thing they want to plan is to play games like God of War Ragnarok (Crofton) and watch TV like Shrinking or The Last of Us (Ryan). All of this and Crofton finally excavates Hob's Barrow.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Dungeons & Diapers listeners!Have...
2023-02-101h 23Dungeons and DiapersD&D 90 – A BETTER CROFTONIt is a new year so Crofton tries to better himself through exercise (not going well) and reading (going much better). He reflects on the Thursday Murder Club, a cozy whodunit, and on Avatar 2, a big budget James Cameron done it. Kayden finally let's Ryan visit LEGO Land and Crofton cameos on the Inn of Gamers. All that and date night discourse! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the su...
2023-01-271h 44Dungeons and DiapersD&D 89 – Deck BuildingRyan and Crofton ring in the New Year and share war stories of their family Christmases. They talk about their new toys, including Mario and Rabbids teaming up and Deathloop doing its death looping. Also, Crofton got a Steam Deck! Huzzah! And Ryan will help him set it up for success. Huzzah! All of this, and some feedback on the Daddies.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Du...
2023-01-131h 23Dungeons and DiapersD&D 88 – MIDNIGHT FUNSOn the last regular episode of 2022 - before the Daddies (don't Google that) - Ryan and Crofton regroup to talk about what they are up to. Ryan explains how much Spider-Man is in Marvel's Midnight Suns while Crofton goes full "art house" finishing Pentiment before moving on to Disco Elysium. All this and holiday prep is in full swing! Don't forget to tell us your picks for the Daddies!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/don...
2022-12-101h 29Dungeons and DiapersD&D 86 – No Laser SwordsRyan and Crofton exchange Halloween 2022 war stories on this episode of Dungeons and Diapers. Did they survive? What was their cut of candy? How much do they permit their progeny to partake in at once? The Dungeons are full of Disney this week with Crofton gushing about Andor while Ryan talks She-Hulk and Reboot. Not to be confused with rebooting She-Hulk. All of this plus God of War too! Oh, and an Extra Life charity update! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like t...
2022-11-081h 16Dungeons and DiapersD&D 83 – So You Want to Be a Hero?Ryan and Crofton are going back to school... well at least their kids are! It is the first week back and your hosts exchange notes. Both Ryan and Crofton have been playing through JRPG Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and share impressions thus far. Will they make it to the end? Crofton introduces a new segment as he deep dives into an old gaming favourite. This time? Sierra adventure game series Quest for Glory. All of this and Ryan goes on an African Lion Safari!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hosp...
2022-09-171h 05Dungeons and DiapersD&D 82 – Road Trippin’Vacations draw to a close in this late summer edition of DaD. Crofton and Ryan exchange notes on their respective road trips including an in-depth discussion of arcades and video game tourism. Did Crofton buy Xenoblade Chronicles 3? Has Ryan ever watched sitcom classic Cheers? All that and Izzy goes to her first wedding and parties all night. Oh, and a fun surprise for Crofton and listeners to kick off the show.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tin...
2022-08-281h 39Dungeons and DiapersD&D 79 – Trash TalkCrofton and Ryan are back, after a small break, to exchange notes on all the geekery that crosses their paths. This is a bit of a greatest hits episode as it includes an Obi-Wan inspired Star Wars discussion, a how to get your kid into games sidebar, and Ryan pool jokes. It is not all retreads however as Ryan brings the projectile vomit from his son's soccer game and Crofton underlines the nuances behind trash talking your own children when gaming together. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Mira...
2022-07-031h 21Dungeons and DiapersD&D 77 – Strange Walks and Bus Ride TalksRyan and Crofton take a break from the games (following Crofton's critically acclaimed visit to The Gamer's Inn) to talk about TV and movies - notably Doctor Strange and his crazy multiverse experiences (slight spoilers marked below if you're looking to avoid) and the kids of Big Mouth and their hormonal adventures. It is then story time, as Crofton shares a story of bouncy castles and Ryan, a tale of two Kayden's. It is an episode super stuffed with all the things you love! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Ch...
2022-05-311h 51Dungeons and DiapersD&D 76 – Marvel MadnessRyan and Crofton have had it rough lately - for different reasons. They are here to talk about them and work through their complicated emotions. Don't worry though, here to help them is the wonderful world of Marvel Comics which they enjoyed through Spider-Man No Way Home, Moon Knight on Disney Plus, and the Guardians of the Galaxy video game. Thoughts are shared, laughs exchanged. Add to that some Switch Sports and a little Easter bunny conversation. All of this and you got a banger episode of DaD baby!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are ra...
2022-05-101h 40Dungeons and DiapersD&D 75 – Steaming Pile of GenesisCrofton kicks off the show running through "Disaster Chez Crofton", while Ryan's office chair seems to have a mind of it's own. In the Dungeons section, Ryan has been watching Peacemaker while Crofton takes the Sega Genesis to task. We also revisit Apple TV+ and The Afterparty, this time with some spoiler chat, so be sure to check the time marker in the notes! Moving into the Diapers section, there are a lot of birthdays going on, and Clara has a brand new catchphrase!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Mira...
2022-04-151h 43Dungeons and DiapersD&D 74 – Vacay VistasCrofton is back from vacations - both from out of the country with his family and from out of the podcast as he visited Ryan over on The Gamer's Inn. Highlights from that discussion include Switch vacation games Golf Story and Into the Breach, Valheim and Ryan's rundown of the new Halo show. Crofton then goes in depth on his beach vacation and trying to get his kids to pee in the pool. Did we say pool? This episode should come with a trigger warning for Ryan. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are ra...
2022-04-011h 37Dungeons and DiapersD&D Mini – Crofton and “Ryan” Talk Elden RingRyan is feeling under the weather and the boys postponed doing a full Dungeons and Diapers this week. That said, Crofton was SO EXCITED about Elden Ring that he coerced a totally real and not at all fake Ryan to participate in a 30 minute discussion of the first hours of Elden Ring. Again, this is a totally real conversation and we don't know why you guys are pushing us on this. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on ove...
2022-03-1127 minDungeons and DiapersD&D 71 – Occupy CroftonThe ongoing occupation of his city may be pushing Crofton over the edge but not as far as those Yellowjackets that Ryan is watching on TV. Actually Ryan loves the tube this ep, with thoughts on Boba Fett and what makes "good" Star Wars (trigger warning) as well as the Wheel of Time and if it is a Lord of the Rings clone (trigger warning). Crofton hits the games with his thoughts on anime high school murder detective Sim Daganrompa (trigger happy havoc warning) as well as Dragon Quests Builders. All of this and Kayden cleans up at Catan Jr...
2022-02-111h 41Dungeons and DiapersD&D 70 – Shed TalkIt may be a New Year but it is the same old Dungeons and Diapers you love. Ryan and Crofton share holiday notes including some gifts that were hits with the kids. Ryan finally sees Spider-Man: No Way Home and Crofton plunges into the forests of Valheim. Gwen schools her dad at Catan Junior while Ryan survives school closures. All of this and the boys share thoughts on the news bombshell of Activision being bought by Microsoft. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like...
2022-01-211h 34Dungeons and DiapersD&D 69 – NiceRyan and Crofton are back! They never left, you say? Well then they are super-back... just like the Master Chief in Halo. Listen to Ryan provide an introductory course in Halo-ology while Crofton is just a Lover in a Dangerous Spacetime. TV shows are on the docket as well with Arcane and The Wheel of Time. All of this and at least 15 minutes of dedicated Spider-Man content! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/don...
2021-12-111h 36Dungeons and DiapersD&D 67 – Time Change FunRyan and Crofton have officially run out of time... so they changed it! Find out which kids loved the time change and which did not. Crofton's adventures in Smash Bros with his daughter continue as does his enjoyment of Netflix's American Vandal series. Ryan doesn't have time for any shenanigans as he has to deal with a family emergency and explain it to his kids. Never an easy thing, listen to how he navigated a difficult situation and helped his children learn from it. All this and Crofton tried to talk about Resident Evil 4 VR (more on that next episode...
2021-11-151h 28Dungeons and DiapersD&D 66 – Monster MassRyan and Crofton are back in two instalments - a before and after Ryan's kids all got sick at the same time. Come meet innocent Ryan, not knowing what fate was to befall him as he talks anime and Tales of Arise. Crofton updates on all his stuff including Sea of Thieves, Psychonauts 2, Smash Bros. and Murders in the Building. A gap follows whereas life hits Ryan hard before he returns, hardened and weary, to update a tough week in the Murphy household. All this and Crofton goes on a road trip! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season ag...
2021-10-141h 10Dungeons and DiapersD&D 64 – What If… Crofton Returned?The boys are back to their regular scheduled podcasting ways this week. It is a packed dungeon with comments on the new Spider-Man trailer, Marvel's What If..., Dragon Quest XI, and more. Plus, changing diapers starts with fun birthday parties and the work they take and ends with back to school. Come listen and help find Ryan a new nickname! Oh, and also suggest things Crofton should do in exchange for Extra Life donations!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head o...
2021-09-031h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D Mini – Mia and Me ReviewRemember those Kids TV Show Reviews we promised to do? Well we have another one! Long delayed, but we did it! Ryan watched Mia and Me with the kids, thanks to an Extra Life donation from the lovely Whirlwind. Listen as Ryan transports Crofton to the wonderful world of Centopia!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We appreciate all the support from our Dungeons & Diapers listeners!Have a question or comment for th...
2021-08-1221 minDungeons and DiapersD&D Special – MCU Television RoundupThe multiverse collides as Ryan and Crofton get together for their first ever Dungeons and Diapers special presentation: a discussion of Marvel's first three Disney Plus shows: Wandavision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and Loki. Spoilers ensue as the boys share thoughts on the first round of Marvel small screen content. What's good? What's bad? What's in between? We rank and discuss. No kids this time but the diapers will return. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on ove...
2021-08-061h 30Dungeons and DiapersD&D 62 – Sailing the Seas of Refreshing TasteRyan and Crofton are back to lament their lack of a soft drink sponsor. Fear not, however, they bring the goods with deep dungeon discussions on everything from Ryan's love of a new podcast on conning people (don't know what that says about him) to Crofton's time on the Sea of Thieves. Other bits and bobs include Netflix's Lupin, Captain Marvel, a Quiet Place 2, and a visit to day camp. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over t...
2021-07-161h 22Dungeons and DiapersD&D 60 – Looking For More LokiRyan kicks off the show with a Tale of the Troublesome Threes, while Crofton struggles with work balance. Moving into the Dungeons, Crofton spins the GamePass Roulette on his Xbox Series X and lands on Lonely Mountains: Downhill. Ryan's Dungeon content involves the premiere of Loki on Disney+, which of course leads to a larger MCU conversation. Over to the Diapers, Crofton watched The Mitchell's vs The Machines with his oldest daughter, while Ryan vacationed with the family at a cottage rental. Although Crofton questions Ryan's definition of a "cottage".It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs ar...
2021-06-121h 09Dungeons and DiapersD&D 58 – OF WORMS AND XBOXESThe end is in sight for Ryan and Crofton as they exchange vaccine news. Even Ryan's daughter Abby's new infatuation with worms and dead birds couldn't throw them off! The boys were ready to hit the dungeons with TV talk on both the Handmaid's Tale and 30 Rock. Ryan buys (another) new console and almost pulls a fast one on Crofton. Diapers are also changed in this jumbo episode with Ryan lamenting the sleep issues that come with kids sharing a room while Crofton shares his favourite childhood books - the Faraway Tree series- with his daughter. Come listen!It’s...
2021-05-141h 43Dungeons and DiapersD&D 57 – Proper Pandemic ParentingRyan and Crofton are back to explore the nuances of parenting during a pandemic and making sure their kids have a normal life while keeping them safe. It is very important to them... almost as important as discussing Marvel's latest: Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Crofton concludes his Breath of the Wild run with hot takes on everything from Yakuza to For the King to Stardew Valley. Ryan tackles his backlog with a return to Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Will he finish it this time? Nobody knows. Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money fo...
2021-05-011h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D 56 – Blockbuster WrestlingAfter a short hiatus, the boys are back! Ryan brings the goods with a fun story about calling 9-1-1 (more like 9-1-fun amirite?) before Crofton tries to one-up him with a story of his own. In the Dungeons, Ryan watches a documentary (nerd alert) about the fall of Blockbuster video while Crofton watches this year's Showcase of the Immortals ie WRESTLEMAAAAAAANIA (smark alert). While Crofton explains wrestling jargon to Ryan, the latter is ready to change Diapers including some talk about home schooling and birthday parties. Regular updates on Breath of the Wild and Ryan's non-pool are also...
2021-04-161h 27Dungeons and DiapersA Very DAD TGI – Once More Unto The LoopRyan welcomes Crofton from Dungeons & Diapers to chat about his "games to play when there are no games coming out" collection. Featuring the triumphant return of Uncharted 4, No Man's Sky, and Breath of the Wild. On the other hand, Ryan tests out his direction instructing skills by playing We Were Here Together. Plus, just one more loop in Loop Hero! Moving into the news, lots of Game Pass going around, but the most interesting has to be the confirmation that Outriders will be available at launch with the service on April 1st. Finally, Dark Alliance makes it's return this summer!
2021-04-071h 22Dungeons and DiapersD&D 55 – Crofton and the Winter RyanThis week Crofton hosts Ryan in a discussion of Falcon and the Winter Soldier's first episode and the TV version of the MCU. Ryan finds out that TV shows are just podcasts with visuals thanks to the new show "Calls". Crofton is like a kid in a candy store on Xbox Game Pass while Ryan is up Schitt's Creek without a paddle. All of this and Gwen learns the value of patience and Crofton finally gets his name in the title of an episode! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Ch...
2021-03-261h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D 53 – MILESTONESHas it already been two weeks? Or is time just an arbitrary construct that flows together in a messy way and sometimes outputs entertaining podcasts? The boys are back to discuss this and many important topics including the feel-good comedy Ted Lasso which has Ryan troubleshooting Crofton's streaming problems as if he was a member of the Murphy family. Speaking of which, Ryan also runs us through his tech support family party based on Jackbox games. Meanwhile, Crofton continues his journey (rant) into the worlds of Oculus Quest and Breath of the Wild. All that and a chat about kid...
2021-02-271h 24Dungeons and DiapersD&D 52 – Resident RyanCrofton and Ryan are back and while they feel the deep pan, they are still smiling because of all the fun content out there. From Crofton's shiny new Oculus Quest 2 to Ryan's uncomfortable adoration of actor Alan Tudyk, there is a lot of positive energy out there if you know where to look. From video games like the Avengers and Breath of the Wild to shows like the new alien doctor show Resident Alien, the boys navigate the dungeons before taking on the mailbag and the diapers section... specifically about diapers, and when your kids should stop wearing them. All...
2021-02-121h 35Dungeons and DiapersD&D 51 – That’s A Pretty Good HulkCrofton and Ryan are back to take their place in the podcasting Senate this week. Ryan provides his RyanVision of the new Marvel show WandaVision. Speaking of Marvel, Crofton is waist deep in Marvel's Avengers on the PlayStation and is levelling up his Hulk skeleton at a record pace. The boys then get into the literal diapers with talk of potty training. When do you take the overnight diaper away from a potty training tot? Ryan recaps a COVID birthday and Crofton introduces his daughter to the seductive allure of the Pokémon - both mobile and TV versions. All o...
2021-01-291h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D 49 – Cyberpunk ChristmasOn the last Dungeons and Diapers before the holidays, Ryan reflects on his return to work and offers deep thoughts on his local pandemic-friendly Santa Clause parade. Crofton is almost in holiday mode as he decorates the tree and plays Dragon Quest XI with his young daughter. But there is a shadow that looms over the proceedings, a shadow by the name of Cyberpunk 2077. Listen to Ryan and Crofton go to town on Cyberpunk with some choice ranting - but perhaps not in the way you expect. (Be sure to check out the Digital Foundry video comparing performance on all...
2020-12-181h 34Dungeons and DiapersD&D 48 – Home for the HolidaysRyan and Crofton are now actively holiday planning but looks like they - like all of you - are staying home this year. Crofton's planning started in earnest as he celebrated his wife's birthday, cementing his role of Best Husband Ever. This is all the more impressive as he balances a full slate of videogames including Hitman, Spider-Man and Overcooked Man. Meanwhile, Ryan runs through his family's Xmas traditions which now includes saying Bugsnax as many times as he can. All that and an impromptu Jackbox Party Pack tutorial! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the Av...
2020-12-071h 05Dungeons and DiapersD&D Mini – Paw Patrol Dino Rescue ReviewRyan and Crofton are back with another Kids TV Show Review, this time looking at the first episode of Paw Patrol Dino Rescue! Do dinosaurs and Paw Patrol mix well? Has Ryan cursed himself by allowing his kids to understand that the Paw Patrol show is a toy factory? Will Crofton sing the Jurassic Park theme song? Find out on this new Dungeons and Diapers Mini!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.cc/donateavendads. We apprec...
2020-11-2631 minDungeons and DiapersD&D 43 – Pumpkin Spice: Director’s Cut Extended EditionIn this extra-long Dungeons and Diapers, Ryan and Crofton commiserate about the dystopian hellscape they now inhabit, with their sole comfort being... pumpkin spice. Also, video games and TV shows - even children's shows as Ryan breaks out his first kid review for Extra Life on Noddy's Toyland Detective. With all the stuff in this one, we might just have to go with a list. It includes: Ghost of Tsushima final thoughts, Mario All-Stats first thoughts, return to school, COVID testing, Netflix's High Score, and more. Finally, find out if Ryan decides to snip the cord, no not that one...
2020-09-271h 49Dungeons and DiapersD&D 42 – B is for Boy, but K is for KombatRyan and Crofton return to report back on their slow re-introduction to school during these COVID-19 times. Tune in next episode when they have a few weeks under their belt to see how things went! Ryan introduces this years promo for Extra Life, and should be a lot of fun content for the show and torture for Ryan as he is forced to digest even more Children's programming. In the Dungeons, Crofton has been enjoying Umbrella Academy Season 2 and Rita on Netflix, while Ryan gets his Avengers on in with the new PlayStation 4 game. In a bridge between the two...
2020-09-131h 27Dungeons and DiapersD&D 41 – What the Future Has in StoreThis week Ryan and Crofton get significantly off track with their memories of Future Shop - a Canadian technology staple. The boys then get to business as Ryan explores samurai-era Japan in Ghost of Tsusima and Crofton descends into the depths of Hallownest in Hollow Knight. Both of them then share trauma with regards to a fateful event in Paper Mario that left a mark on their children. All of this and some good podcast and TV recommendations! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’...
2020-08-231h 15Dungeons and DiapersD&D 40 – Community of UploadsRyan and Crofton's worlds begin returning to some semblance of normal, or at least COVID-normal, as they check in on everything from if they will buy new video game consoles this year, the latest and greatest in tv, and if Ryan should ever be allowed near power tools. This week, Crofton debriefs on the melancholic final season of Community while Ryan plugs two Amazon features: Upload and Tales from the Loop. Crofton completes his journey through Midgar and offers some final thoughts on FF7 Remake before both of the boys discuss playing Paper Mario with their respective little ones. All...
2020-07-241h 07Dungeons and DiapersD&D 39 – The JurassiCastRyan and Crofton try to beat the heat by talking pools (both filled-in and inflatable varieties) and watching tv shows in sweet air conditioning (including Hanna - Season 2, Space Force - Season 1, Community - Season All of It). Crofton tries to solve the Unsolved Mystery about why Ryan buried his pool before singing the praises of Divinity 2. Speaking of Ryan, he delivers his spoiler-free thoughts on the Last of Us 2. All of that and a Jurassic Park acapella group, trying to harmonize together (plus an after show conversation). Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs ar...
2020-07-111h 20Dungeons and DiapersD&D 37 – Dinner PartyThe sun rises slowly on another day in the wasteland and rugged podcasters Ryan and Crofton trudge forward, sharing their greatest dungeon and diaper-related content. This week Crofton soliloquies about Divinity Original Sin 2 and how it is bringing his DnD band back together, while Ryan feels the tender hooks of Assassin's Creed sink back in. Crofton goes to dinner at his daughter's Animal Crossing house to help console her on the loss of her neighbour (a blue pig named Hugh) while Ryan commits to filling in his death-trap pool and replacing it with safe and serene sod. Come listen!...
2020-05-231h 03Dungeons and DiapersD&D 36 – Final Fatherhood 7 RemakeThis week the boys are back for a COVID-19 check-in. Ryan decided that a global pandemic wasn't enough and added a newborn to the equation. Seeking the sweet escape of entertainment, Ryan and Crofton go deep into Final Fantasy 7 Remake (spoiler: it wasn't the "final" fantasy) and Tiger King, where Ryan's better angels struggle against the siren's call of the sensationalist Netflix documentary. All this and parks are (somewhat) open too! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on ove...
2020-05-091h 08Dungeons and DiapersD&D 33 – Book ClubThis week Ryan and Crofton are joined by Michael Hodgins of the world famous Good, Bad, or Bullshit podcast to discuss some geeky fiction, including The Lies of Locke Lamora and Leviathan Wakes and it's television adaptation, The Expanse. Ryan hit the movies solo to take in 1917 and explain how World War 1 was bad (very bad). Things take a turn for the serious as Mike shares a story about sleep training a young child with anxiety while Ryan talks about a slight pregnancy scare. All of this, and - for you Canadians - some Ontario school strike thoughts too!...
2020-02-281h 25Dungeons and DiapersD&D 32 – Which Way the Witcher WandersMonster hunters! Western space adventures! Comic book tv adaptations! All of Ryan and Crofton's entertainment dreams are coming true. This week they swap notes on Netflix's The Witcher (spoilers start at 11:30 and end around the 30 minute mark). Crofton even tosses a coin to his old mistress the Witcher 3. Ryan gets away from the family and binges some Watchmen but gets back just in time to celebrate Kayden's big fourth birthday. Crofton takes Gwen skiing and (Just) Dancing!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to don...
2020-01-251h 11Dungeons and DiapersD&D 27 – Dad StrandingHappy Halloween everyone! Come join Ryan and Crofton as they run through their respective Halloweens with kids. How to balance it all? Do you put a bowl out on the steps to stop folks from waking the baby? Did dirty teenagers empty the bowl even if you have a sign that says "Take 1 or 2 please"? Well this is the show for you. The boys brave the rain to reach the dungeon where they discuss the new hotness in The Outer Worlds and the old hotness that is Ron Swanson. All of this and Crofton gets his bike stolen again. Yes...
2019-11-021h 12Dungeons and DiapersD&D 25 – Spidey Gets an Extra LifeA week removed from lamenting the Spider-Man's exit from the MCU, Ryan and Crofton rejoice at his return! Let us be merry and share that merriness with others through the joy of charitable giving! You know what that means? It's Extra Life season for Ryan again! Crofton and Gwen embark on a journey to wake up the Wind Fish in Link's Awakening. All of this, the Office, Parks and Rec, and Kayden ain't no fool - he's going to (pre) school! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Netw...
2019-10-031h 16Dungeons and DiapersD&D 24 – Whatever a Spider CanIt is a dark day in the Spiderverse as Ryan and Crofton commiserate over the Sony/Disney split that takes their favourite wallcrawler out of the MCU (NOTE: There are a few spoilers for Far From Home, including the post-credits cameo). Crofton then goes fully Spider-mad and falls into a replay of Spider-Man on PS4 and a rewatch of Spider-Man Homecoming... to say nothing of the imaginary Spider-Man playing his daughter is requested. It is Spider-Mania! Meanwhile, Ryan experiences Paw Patrol Mania and hits the theatres to see the pups on the big screen! All this and Kayden starts to...
2019-09-191h 07Dungeons and DiapersD&D 23 – Anime VacationsThe boys return from their respective family holidays to commiserate on how dang hard it is to do family holidays! They compare vacation notes, from cottages to shacks, from Sandbanks to the glorious wonders of Lake Simco beaches. Ryan and Crofton then get down to brass tacks and discuss some geekery - namely Persona 5 and Fire Emblem Three Houses, asking the question that nobody has the guts to address: "Were they separated at birth?"It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head o...
2019-09-051h 08Dungeons and DiapersD&D 22 – The Zelda Chicken HordeThe boys are back and delve deep in the dungeon as Crofton falls down the bottomless pit (of joy) that is Xbox Game Pass while Ryan explains why he pays 80 dollars per game (like a sucker!) instead. Ryan decides that he needs to take Crofton to school... the Fire Emblem school! Kayden balances not being able to see out of his eyes with playing soccer while Gwen takes a sledge hammer to some Zelda chickens. All of this and an update on Crofton's stolen bike too! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising mo...
2019-08-021h 08Dungeons and DiapersD&D 21 – Grand Theft ScooterCrofton's daughter Gwen learns a harsh life lesson when her scooter is stolen. Her father tries to console her but reacts poorly when his bike also gets ripped. Ryan attempts to console Crofton with tales of his favourite fictional character, Spider-Man, and his journey Far From Home. The boys compare notes on Stranger Things. Crofton's descent into despair continues with Clara getting roseala and being sick all week. Ryan and Kayden hit the Mario Maker hard like a true father amd son. All that and Zelda too! Come listen!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are ra...
2019-07-201h 00Dungeons and DiapersD&D 20 – Kinder ImperiumCrofton and Ryan prepare for the end of the school year and the beginning of summer by reminiscing about the good times they have had, like that one time Ryan went to Crofton's house for bagels (pronounced bay-gulls), For Father's Day, Crofton went on an epic binge into the world(s) of Twilight Imperium while Ryan prepared for his upcoming Mario Maker weekend by having his son pre-design a level with stickers. That last bit is actually a thing that happened. Finally, the boys hunker down to talk about the topics that matter - including politics in kindergarten and the...
2019-06-261h 01Dungeons and DiapersD&D 16 – No Endgame SpoilersCrofton and Ryan return from a weekend filled with geeky goodness. Both saw Endgame, but fear not, there will be no spoilers here (but we're planning something special). However, we do discuss the latest and greatest in Virtual Reality. Crofton recommends another great couples Netflix binge with GLOW. Over on the Diapers side, Ryan is dealing with a waking child, while Crofton discusses the balance of having a great babysitter.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.c...
2019-05-041h 02Dungeons and DiapersD&D 15 – The Wrestling AcademyWrestlemania season has come and gone and Crofton reflects on the highs (new champs!) and lows (late bedtime!) as he plans to travel to Montreal for a big show next week. Ryan gets a speed tutorial on the wonders of pro wrestling before he provides one on the wonders of Yoshi. Crofton continues his tour of Zelda with Ocarina of Time. TV talk takes precedence as Ryan finishes the Umbrella Academy and Crofton digs into Hanna. All of this and sick kids too! Strap in and enjoy!It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money fo...
2019-04-131h 23Dungeons and DiapersD&D 14 – The Division EpidemicThis week Ryan helps Crofton cope with his new status quo as his baby goes to daycare and his wife back to work. The boys also deep dive into some geeky goodness including hot takes on the Division 2, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Diablo 2 and Destiny 2. Two of those are lies but I really wanted to write a bunch of D2s. You will have to listen to find out! All of this and Crofton goes into great length to explain the glory that is the board game Pandemic Legacy that involved him *gasp* leaving his house for a boy’s night....
2019-03-271h 10Dungeons and DiapersD&D 13 – Samuel L. Jackson: Man of MysteryThe boys are on vacation and collectively find out that time off work doesn’t mean more geek time when you have kids. Ryan has his finger on the pulse of the Internet with hot takes on both Anthem and Captain Marvel. Crofton is living in the (Link to the) past with Zelda on SNES Classic as he tries to explain to his confused daughter why only little girls get put in the crystals. Most importantly, Ryan’s wife Ashley doesn’t know who Samuel L. Jackson is! All of this and Ryan and Crofton discuss booking fellow geek parent friend...
2019-03-141h 16Dungeons and DiapersD&D 11 – Resident Evil: KindergartenThe winter chill continues to tighten its noose around Ryan and Crofton and their families and the boys begin to plan their escapes.. both from the cold and the hordes of face-biting zombies in Resident Evil. Crofton continues to sail the sunny seas of Hyrule with his daughter in the Windwaker while Ryan tests the limits of technology to be the best husband ever (ie free up the tv). Crofton’s daughter tries skating for the very first time while Crofton himself tries Cross Code for the very first time - both monumental achievements! Last - but definitely not least...
2019-02-0655 minDungeons and DiapersD&D 10 – Into the Winter-VerseRyan and Crofton commiserate on the life choices they have made to get this to the point where they have to spend their winters in Canada. It is cold. It is snowy. But wait… there are functional (heated) movie theatres! That means it is once again time to break down a movie, this time Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse. Crofton and Gwen take to the seas in The Legend of Zelda: Windwaker while Ryan and Kayden celebrate his third birthday (Kayden’s not Ryan’s). What age is appropriate for letting your kid have a tablet? What about watching Twitch streams? All of...
2019-01-251h 17Dungeons and DiapersD&D 9 – Catching Up On InfinityWelcome to 2019! Ryan and Crofton return from their holidays to discuss what kept them busy over the last three weeks. Crofton FINALLY watched Infinity War, so we dive into spoiler territory for a bit. Ryan got a 4K upgrade for Christmas, and rises up from constantly fiddling with settings. Throw in some great and not so great holiday moments with the family, and you've got an excellent Dungeons and Diapers.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. If you’d like to donate, please head on over to tiny.c...
2019-01-111h 13Dungeons and DiapersD&D 7 – A Song of Gas and WaterRyan and Crofton finally discover that kids are smarter than you think and maybe you shouldn’t talk about Christmas in front of them. Ryan laments that he may live in a seedy neighbourhood by regaling listeners with a story of losing gas, finding water, and the vans that suffer in between. Crofton starts talking about Mario Kart, goes on a weird flashback tangent about how he once dressed as Pikachu for work, and then brings it back around to talk about My Little Pony (it’s a good show!). It’s a journey for sure. All this and how to pla...
2018-11-291h 03Dungeons and DiapersD&D 6 – Stories From Your MouthRyan and Crofton reunite to see which of them survived Halloween with over-sugared children? Spoiler: Both did. Ryan chronicles his geekirific bachelor party shenanigans and what happens when you merge debauchery and Dungeons & Dragons (D&D&D). Crofton takes a minute to savour a date night with his lovely wife, complete with a mysterious (completely not dirty) card game. The boys then try to recapture the whimsy from their childhoods with talk of imagination play, bedtime stories, and the movies that marked (and traumatized) them as kids.It’s Extra Life season again, and the AvenDaDs are raising money fo...
2018-11-141h 01Dungeons and DiapersD&D 4 – Naps and WhineCrofton and Ryan meander through a field of sterling parenting conversation tulips (baby names! Putting your kids on social media!) before diving deep into the dungeon to figure out if it is even possible to finish a video game as a parent of young kids. Ryan’s case study is Spider-Man and Shadow of the Tomb Raider while Crofton is again lured by the siren’s call of his old mistress… The Witcher 3 - this time with 100% more Blood and Wine. Also, Ryan faces the end of naps and Crofton embarks on his first kindergarten field trip. All of that and VR...
2018-10-191h 02Dungeons and DiapersD&D 3 – Kindergarten CopsWe. Are. Live! Another time jump has Ryan and Crofton discussing their latest parenting milestones -- Babies walking! Kids kindergartening -- while they dive into Spider-Man, a recent blockbuster video game release. Listen to a grown man with two children explain the subtle nuances of Spider-Man’s personal non-lethal ethics to another grown man with two children! Plus, stay for the first of what is assuredly many discussions about “screen time” for kids. How much is too much? Is all screen time the same? All of that and Super Mario Odyssey too! Put down the diapers and come into our dungeo...
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