The Art of Juggling: Making a Career out of Streaming, Gaming, and More

01/04/24 • 33 min

DadMode: Parenting, Gaming, Streaming, Life

Ever dreamt of turning your passion for gaming into a full-time career? We're here to take you backstage, busting myths and shedding light on the challenges that lie in the path of making it big in the world of streaming. We're exploring the less-trodden paths, where the rise of online platforms could potentially influence sports and celebrity culture. Not just that, we're urging you to build an arsenal of skills beyond gaming, such as video editing, social media management, and audio engineering. This is about preparing the younger generation for careers of the future.
The conversation doesn't end there. We're diving into the complexities of balancing work, family, and content creation. There's no sugarcoating here; we're talking about the importance of multiple income sources if you're venturing into full-time streaming, and we're bringing you valuable insights from our guest who has managed to brilliantly balance his work-from-home job with podcasting. We're also contemplating the idea of exploring content creation post-retirement. If you thought juggling work and hobby was an act, we're here to show you the entire circus.
Now let's get personal! We're sharing our experiences with VR gaming and how it has transformed our relationships with our children. We're opening up about the unique challenges and benefits of being a parent in this ever-evolving world of virtual reality gaming. It's not just about streaming and gaming, it's about navigating friendships in this age of streaming, transitioning between mentorship and peer roles, and the toll of maintaining a professional persona. So join us for a candid, insightful, and honest conversation on these realities.

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Josh aka Bearded_Nova
I'm from Australia and am what you would call a father who games. I have 5 kids so not as much time to game as I used to. But I still game and stream when I can. So come join me on Twitch in chat as we chill out.
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Josh aka Moorph
I'm a US-based husband and father of two boys. I work full-time and have been a content creator since 2000. I'm a YouTube partner, Twitch and LiveSpace streamer who founded a content creation coaching company called Elev8d Media Group (elev8d.media). I'm a blogger, streamer, podcaster, and video-er(?).
Business Inquiries: [email protected]

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Decoding Dad Life in the World of Gaming and Social Media

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What happens when you mix dad life with the trials of gaming, content creation, and staying relevant in this rapidly growing digital age? That's the question your hosts Bearded Nova and your other favorite dads aim to answer. We share our journeys, experiences, and yes, even our struggles as we navigate through the world of kids, careers, and content creation. We talk about the madness of social media and the misconception that dads are not as involved in their children's lives, all while tackling the realities of being a father in the 21st century.
Picture this: your kid comes home with a heap of homework that’s beyond your comprehension, thanks to the new era of technology-based assignments. This is not just a scenario but a reality for us and many parents. We examine the challenges of helping kids with their homework without being too hands-off or too strict. We also shed light on the generational differences in parenting styles, striving to strike a balance between encouraging academic success and allowing children to enjoy their childhood.
Ever imagined a high school classroom dedicated to eSports? We recently visited one and boy, was it an eye-opener! Join us as we share our thoughts on this trending topic, the opportunities it presents for students to learn about streaming, commentary, and team management, and how the over-40s community is jumping on the streaming bandwagon. We wrap things up with a candid conversation on our wild adventures as dads in these modern times, debunking the myth that women won't get our love for gaming. So, buckle up and join us on this exciting ride tomorrow for part two. Y'all be cool.

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Mastering the Art of Tech-Savvy Parenting

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Ready to step up and navigate the digital jungle as a parent? This episode is packed with insightful discussions with Lt Col Smash, a fellow dad, and gamer, on the challenges and solutions to online parenting. Get valuable insights on kid-friendly applications such as Kinzoo and Facebook Messenger for Kids, and tools like Google Family Link to keep your little ones safe while they explore the vast digital world.
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