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EPISODE · Jul 14, 2025 · 49 MIN

The Benefits and Dangers of Video Games With Scott Novis

from Fathering Our Future · host Anthony Vandagriff

I grew up with teachers and leaders telling me that video games were a waste of time and that they offered no benefit to me. The truth is, video games can offer benefits. And yes, they can also come with some terribly negative effects. What’s important for us as dads is that we understand the benefits and dangers.I am joined by Scott Novis, creator of GameTruck. With over 30 years in the gaming industry, Scott reveals some things about the gaming industry that we must be aware. We talk about:* What games are designed to accomplish* The impact they have on our brains* How video games can be used for goodLearn more about Scott by visiting: www.scottnovis.comBook recommendation: The Anxious Generation - https://amzn.to/3IahGYw—Get your FREE 7-day devotional download:https://fatheringourfuture.com/2025/03/22/free-7-day-devotional/Get your copy of my devotional for dads, Following Our Father:https://amzn.to/45m9ldRGet your free gift, a copy of Cut The Crap (E-book):https://fatheringourfuture.com/2024/08/04/free-download-for-new-dads/MERCH:https://fatheringourfuture.printify.me/products Become a financial partner with Fathering Our Future and make a direct impact on dads:https://fathering-our-future.kit.com/products/anthony-vandagriff

I grew up with teachers and leaders telling me that video games were a waste of time and that they offered no benefit to me. The truth is, video games can offer benefits. And yes, they can also come with some terribly negative effects. What’s important for us as dads is that we understand the benefits and dangers.I am joined by Scott Novis, creator of GameTruck. With over 30 years in the gaming industry, Scott reveals some things about the gaming industry that we must be aware. We talk about:* What games are designed to accomplish* The impact they have on our brains* How video games can be used for goodLearn more about Scott by visiting: www.scottnovis.comBook recommendation: The Anxious Generation - https://amzn.to/3IahGYw—Get your FREE 7-day devotional download:https://fatheringourfuture.com/2025/03/22/free-7-day-devotional/Get your copy of my devotional for dads, Following Our Father:https://amzn.to/45m9ldRGet your free gift, a copy of Cut The Crap (E-book):https://fatheringourfuture.com/2024/08/04/free-download-for-new-dads/MERCH:https://fatheringourfuture.printify.me/products Become a financial partner with Fathering Our Future and make a direct impact on dads:https://fathering-our-future.kit.com/products/anthony-vandagriff

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