The Bearded Nerd Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Do you struggle with being a Dungeon Master? Do you look towards great DM's and say to yourself, "how can I apply what I love about their games into my very own"? Veteran gamer and DM Coach Brian interviews other Dungeon Masters and Content Creators each week and pulls back the curtain on what makes their game unique. In addition, we invite folks from other nerd-related hobbies to learn about their hobbies and help folks who want to dive into those same avenues. If you enjoy listening about nerdom and want the tips and tricks to become a better DM, this podcast is for you. Keep Gaming! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thebeardednerd/support
In today's episode, I had the immense pleasure of sitting down with a personal hero of mine: Bobby Maximus. Bobby is a reknown Mixed Martial artist with fights in the UFC, Maximum Fighting Championship, and was a competitor in both The Ultimate Fighter 2 and 30. He has also trained many athletes, executives, and tier 1 assets of both US and Canadian Armed Forces. His love of gaming and fitness coincide with one another as he is an aficianado of Magic the Gathering and other fandoms such as The Legend of Zelda; he is known as "The World's Most Powerful Nerd" and "Lord Swoledemort".
We spoke about his upbringing and how fitness and nerdom have played an integral role in his life and how he overcame constant bullying from his peers due to his love of Magic the Gathering. Bobby not only offered great tips to achieving a healthy body and lifestyle, but explained how living a healthy lifestyle improves our enjoyment in the hobby.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to check out some of Bobby's content, please check his website. Thank you so much for listening to the show and support us on Patreon to get more awesome episodes like this one. Keep Building and Keep Gaming!
-Brian
I had the immense pleasure of having my friend Thomas on the show. We conversed about his entry into the TTRPG hobby as both producer of "RollPlayInc" and as a player.
We then later discussed our own game that we play virtually in and how it has impacted our lives. Finally, we peppered this episode with helpful tips for both new and veteran players alike who want to add something special to their TTRPG experience.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and share with your friends. Check out our Patreon for excellent fantasy-TTRPG content to help level up your game for systems like D&D 5e, Pathfinder, and more. Keep Building and Keep Gaming!
-Brian
Have you ever struggled with that one player who ever 7 minutes blurts out a reference to the rules? Are you one of those players that loves the rules of the game and wants to play the game as intended? If you're any of these, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I discussed the types of "Rules Lawyers" that are out there in the TTRPG space and provide my experience with how I moderate between those who bend the rules and those that adhere to the rules by demonstrating some easy communication tips.
If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to subscribe to the show. If you want to support the show in any way possible, feel free to check out my Patreon services where I provide D&D 5e Compatible Homebrew Stat Blocks for a variety of NPCs, Magic Items, and other content that can be easily plugged into your world. Additionally, I have an exclusive podcast that shows your how to use all the content so that you can spend more time playing your game and less time prepping your game.
Thank you once again and Keep Gaming!
I had the pleasure of having one of my friends and fellow world-builders Kate Korsak on the show to discuss her methodology to building worlds for both her games and her books. We went on to talk about the transition from ideas to the written text and then to the visualization via her cartography skills. Finally, we wrapped up the episode with practical ways to apply our conversation to anyone's game.
Kate is a powerhouse of a creator with an accumulated following on both TikTok and Instagram, she is a gem in the community. If you enjoyed our conversation and wanted to read her book "The Curse of Ragoh" or would like to commission a map from her, check out her contact information here.
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In this episode, I identify several of the potential reasons why we see so many games ending due to scheduling conflicts. From there, I provide practical and simple solutions that you start acting on to ensure and save any game from ever ending in an untimely manner.
This advice is based upon my experience, but every game and group have a multitude of variables...take this episode and apply it how YOU see fit.
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I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jon Barry of Forged Gaming. We spoke about our initial introduction into table-top roleplay games and how it influenced us as kids. From there, we talked about fantasy literature such as Dragonlance and how it further developed our imagination.
Jon and I did discuss the importance of TTRPGs in our own careers outside of the gaming industry and spoke about the future of gaming; where it is now and where it is going.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to support our friends at Forged Gaming and get yourself or your table some cool TTRPG accessories such as some cool metal dice; click here.
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In this episode, we delve into the world of TTRPGs and their transformation through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As technology continues to shape various aspects of our lives, it's no surprise that TTRPGs have also seen a significant impact from AI's advancements.
As we explore the evolving landscape of TTRPGs, it's evident that AI's integration brings both exciting opportunities and considerations. While AI enhances immersion and accessibility, questions about the balance between human creativity and algorithmic assistance emerge. Join us in this episode as we delve into the world where imagination meets technology and discover how AI is shaping the future of table-top roleplaying games.
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I had an amazing conversation with Kelly of Table Top Town where we discussed so many awesome topics including the art of narrative GM'ing, world-building, and engaging with players. In addition, we spoke about the new app called "Tabletop Town" and her journey as a tech-entrepreneur.
Be sure to follow Tabletop Town here to stay up-to-date with all the new releases and the final product.
As always, if you enjoy this podcast, share with your friends and be sure to support us over on Patreon where you get bonus episodes, early access, and some cool digital products for your game. Be Kind and Keep Gaming!
-Brian
I had the immense privilege of speaking Kate Korsak. She is a fantasy-author who utilizes her cartography skills to flesh out the world in her books; The Curse of Ragoh. We had an amazing time discussing the craft of world-building and how to implement it in the every-day life of a Game Master. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and cannot wait to have her back on the show.
Having listened to this episode, if you would like to support Kate and her content, check out her Linktree Page.
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In this episode, I had the pleasure to sit down with TikTok creator "Beardic Inspiration" and discuss various topics including what he loves about the Table-Top RPG Community, his experience as a Game Master, and what some of the key takeaways are that new Game Masters can implement in their own games to enhance their enjoyment and play. If you would like to support him by commissioning an original character, employing one of this "Beardic SMART Bases", or just show him some love, please check out his social media links here.
Thank you for listening to this episode of the podcast. Be sure to subscribe and support us by checking out our TTRPG Character Builder here. This worksheet can help you build an awesome character for any TTRPG. With that being said, thank you for the love and as always...Keep Gaming!
On this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, I had the immense pleasure of sitting down with James aka "Jim" from Tabletop News. We had a lovely conversation about the intricacy of being a Gamemaster and some of the ways we run games. We discussed at-length on the TTRPG industry as it currently stands and about how Tabletop News plays a vital role within both the TTRPG and nerd community.
Check out their Kickstarter here to support their efforts. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please support our show by purchasing one of our TTRPG Character Prompts here.
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with game master and musician Jenny. We had a lovely conversation regarding our views as game masters and how we run our tables. We spoke about world-building and our unique approaches to it. I also have the amazing opportunity to ask her about her experience in the TTRPG community and lessons learned. If you enjoyed our conversation, please be sure to check her out on her social media pages that are linked below and if you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please be sure to subscribe. Much love and keep gaming!
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Had the immense pleasure of sitting down with the Founder of Faith & Fandom. Faith & Fandom is a book series of devotional essays on Faith & Geek Culture. Bible studies on Video Games, Comic Books, Anime, Manga, Superheroes, TV, Movies, & Pop Culture at large. There is also the Faith & Fandom podcast and comicon appearances.
Now with 7 volumes and children's edition out, the series covers a vast array of geek/nerdy/pop culture areas. Each essay strives to be inspirational and true to scripture and at the same time capture the essence of the character the story is about. The books are in no sequential order and can be jumped into at any point depending on topic interest. The books are available in Paperback and Kindle formats, and are able to be purchased at Comicons, on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Wal-Mart Online, some local comic book shops, and more.
There is also the Faith & Fandom Podcast Channel, which features the F&F podcast, The Pull List from Love Thy Nerd, Faith & Fandom 180 ( short, 3 minute, weekly devotionals), Artist's Alley Aftermath, Audio Chapters, & More.
If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, please check out: https://www.faithandfandom.org/
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In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Borja of Critical Match. We discussed the origins of the app, the concept behind it, and we went into detail about the future-state of technology in games like Dungeons & Dragons.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Critical Match and check out their Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/criticalmatch/critical-match?ref=discovery
We appreciate your support and be sure to check us out on other social media platforms for more DND Content.
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ari of Ari's 5e Homebrew aka "Aripockily". We spoke of Dungeons & Dragons, how they became artists, and what folks can expect to see from Ari in the future. If you are interested in supporting Ari, pleasure be sure to take a look at his website here.
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I had the immense pleasure of sitting down Jonathan Blevins, CEO of Little Flower Media. We spoke about his journey into full-time streaming and how his brother, Ninja, and how his faith led him there. In addition, Jonathan gives his perspective on pursuing his passions and how he has been able to support his family following his love of gaming.
If you wish to see more of his content, be sure to subscribe to his Twitch channel and follow him for gaming content.
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Had an amazing time getting to the know the crew over at Dwarven Moss. We spoke about how we all got into playing Dungeons & Dragons and why they started running a streamed game. We had plenty of laughs and learned a lot about one another.
If you enjoyed what they said, please be sure to check out their stream and follow them on social media here.
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I had the immense pleasure of sitting down with Drew of Team Drew's Basement where we had a great time talking about D&D and his Twitch Stream. Our conversation hit on the topic of his 25+ year campaign and what impacts in had in his DM style. In addition, we spoke about all sorts of games including Warhammer 40k and how that has influence his storytelling.
If you'd like to follow Drew and his journey, check out his stream and his IG account here.
As always, if you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the podcast and follow us on social media for more D&D content. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Joe; a professional DM who is also a RPG Produce for Wizkids and Co-Producer/DM for Second Star Show. We spoke about our history with D&D, our DM'ing styles, and our love for miniatures. In addition, we spoke about the future of D&D and all the fun things that are yet to be seen in Dungeons & Dragons.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Joe on Instagram here. He has a lot of great content and is an awesome person within the community.
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In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Bronson of All Father Games where we spoke about a plethora of topics. One of those topics was how to immerse your players in your game and how to prep for a diverse range of players at the table. We also spoke about the 100+ sessions that Bronson DM'd while on deployment and how that impacted his current D&D campaign.
For more D&D content, check out Bronson on his social media platforms and reach out to him for the DM resources that he uses here.
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In this episode, I provide tips and tricks to encourage your players to roleplay in your game. These tips are taken from real-life experience that I've had with many shy and new players who had no experience with roleplay games.
Big thank you and shout out to Jeddun over on Patreon for the episode suggestion. Our Patreon community has been focused on building one another up and learning how to become Gamemasters. If you're interested, click this link to join the community. Keep Gaming!
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How many times have you prepped a combat scenario and at least one player at the table is just stacking dice? Or how often have you run combat and one side is having a blast while the other side is bored? If you've answered 'yes' to any of these, this episode is for you! This episode focusing on how to create a combat encounter and cater to the 3 different types of players: 1) the roleplayer, 2) the war-gamer, and 3) the hybrid. You'll gain some insightful and practical tips on how to incorporate everyone at the table so that everyone has a good time. If you'd like to show your support for this podcast, consider subscribing to the podcast. If you'd like to participate in exclusive content, go follow me here on Patreon. Hope you enjoy and be sure to recommend more; I'd love to tackle any topic. Keep Gaming!
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In today's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Grant Anderson, CEO of Mirrorscape. Mirrorscape is a company that blends a seamless tabletop gaming experience with the groundbreaking experience of augmented reality. During our time together, we spoke about Grant's love for tabletop gaming throughout his life including when he began playing at an early age. From there, we dove deep into the future of gaming and augmented reality. We mentioned the potential risks of augmented reality and the impacts that AR has on the gaming industry. Lastly, we spoke of the amazing Kickstarter that Mirrorscape launched; and the amazing gifts that they'll drop during the last seven days!
All in all, we had an amazing discussion and a great time. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and share this podcast with your friends. In addition, if you are interested in what Grant and his team are doing, please check out Mirrorscape here to sign up for their newsletter, join their Discord server, and be apart of the amazing community. In addition, be sure to support Mirrorscape's ARcana Kickstarter here and pledge.
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What an amazing time I had with Bryan of RPG & Co.! We spoke about almost everything under the nerd-son including our favorites miniatures we use for Dungeons & Dragons (Reaper being a top contender). We hit on the Satanic Panic's influence on both our lives as nerds and as children of our time. Lastly, we had a conversation regarding Tolkien's influence on the fantasy genre and discussed the various rumors that have circulating around Tolkien's inspiration for his world.
If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to check out Bryan's website here. It has everything from apparel, mini painting, digital magic items that you can use in your game. It also has links to Bryan's socials so if you can give him a follow there, that would be much appreciated!
If you're enjoying this show and want more episodes, be sure to contact us via email and click this link to be updated with the latest from us here at The Bearded Nerd. As always, I appreciate your listenership and support and would greatly appreciate it if you shared this podcast with your friends, subscribed to it, and gave us a 5-star review. Thank you and as always...Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of talking with Weston of Arcane Anthems. We had an amazing time talking about many of our shared hobbies and passions including music, TTRPG's, and making people happy. Additionally, Weston and I spoke about how to utilize social media to build your brand and do what you love so that you can pursue a career in your passion.
Thank you so much, Weston, for being a guest on the podcast. Be sure to follow Arcane Anthems on both Instagram and TikTok; he creates amazing content! If you want to support him, I highly recommend checking out his website here. There is a lot of value that I can see DM's and other hobbyists using for their game or just for fun.
If you enjoyed this podcast, I want to thank you for your support. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, give us a "like" if you're able to, and leave a 5-star review. To financially support the podcast, check out the multiple ways you can support here. Be sure to follow The Bearded Nerd on social media to be up-to-date with the latest D&D Content. Keep Gaming!
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In today's episode, we sat down with Jay of "Jay's Tabletop Terrain". Jay shared his journey into the Tabletop Terrain Crafting space, his Instagram show "Table Side Chats", and he gave us great advice for those who are just starting out in the hobby. Catch his show on Tuesday nights at 8:30 pm CST on Instagram. If you would like to know more about the show after the episode, check out his link here.
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This episode is all about improving the action economy in your game. We talk about what it is and we give 5 easy ways to beef up the action economy so that it create a balanced and fun combat encounter. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a 5-star review, and check out our social media links here. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with D&D TikTok, Instagram, and Streamer: Dicecream Sandwich. We spoke at-length about Dungeons & Dragons and how we both started playing. We also learned about his path as a content creator in the TikTok, Instagram, and streaming space. Lastly, we had a great time discussing some of the challenges that we as Dungeon Masters face and how we can mitigate them in the future.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Dicecream Sandwich here for some hilarious D&D content. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I tackle the problem of DM Burnout and share with folks some simple and effective ways on how to avoid, manage, and overcome DM Burnout within the TTRPG hobby. Disclaimer: these are tips that I've learned over the years. If you are feeling any of these symptoms and feel need to seek professional help, I urge you to do so!
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I had the pleasure of having Aislinn of Dollar Store DM on the show today. We spoke about our approaches to world-building and what inspires us to build our worlds. We also dived into terrain crafting, music producing, and streaming within the TTRPG/D&D space and how to manage multiple hats. I personally learned a lot from Aislinn and can't wait to have her back on the show.
Make sure to follow Dollar Store DM here for more D&D Content (Check out the Stream especially)!
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I had the immense pleasure of sitting down with 2 of the hosts from It's a Mimic Podcast: the round-table D&D podcast, where you never know what you’re going to get! This being one of our longest episodes, we spoke at-length about various topics including their entrance into TTRPGs, Podcasting, and their challenges as DMs. We also hit on some of the current controversies within the D&D and TTRPG community and how to navigate through it.
If you enjoyed their dialogue, please consider supporting them here. Their schedules for episodes are typically on Tuesdays, but they are known for dropping more content throughout the week. Highly recommend giving them a follow!
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We had an amazing time with Deep Dungeon Games where we sat down and talked about D&D World-building and how they started, what inspired them, and what brought them into the wonderful hobby of Dungeons & Dragons. Deep Dungeon Games is your one-stop-shop for all things Dungeons & Dragons. I personally love the books that he's written and his approach to world-building; it's unique and methodical to say the least. If you enjoyed the episode, please check out Deep Dungeon Games here.
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Today I'm joined by the Founders and Operators of Tome of Summoning. We spoke about D&D, their career transitions into D&D, and how they are currently involved in the D&D community. They are also great humans and were great to have on as guests and cannot wait to have them back on. Be sure to check out their Kickstarter as it has been FULLY backed!
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Today I'm joined by the Founders and Leadership Team of The Initiative Order: a community of TTRPG streamers who explore a variety of different gaming systems. We had a lovely conversation about their origins and why they started The Initiative Order. We were also able to dive deep into some of the social issues that T.I.O is wanting to amend.
If you enjoyed this episode, please follow The Initiative Order here and be updated with their stream schedule. Be sure to follow Bre and Danny on IG for some awesome content. As always, your support allows us to create D&D and TTRPG-related content so please consider checking out Roaming Player Gear and using "ROAMING20" for 20% off your order.
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Today, I had the honor of sitting down with fellow Evermore Player, Keith. In this episode, we talk about our joint love of films and how we ventured into playing Dungeons & Dragons. We also have a great time discussing Keith's inspiration when creating his Player Character, Toshiro and what his process was to create a home-brew class that represented his character's background.
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I had the pleasure to sit down with David and James of Tactical Tokens. We talked about everything from how to make a business from what you love all the way to how Tactical Tokens is innovating the world of table-top miniatures. If you enjoyed this episode and want to support both Tactical Tokens and myself, please be sure to check out the following link:
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We had the opportunity to catch up with Logan from DM Screening. We spoke about our joint venture into the world of Evermore: an online game that has been running for nearly 30 years! We caught up with all the different events that are going on in Logan's life and of course...we talk D&D. Be sure to follow Logan on Instagram as "DM Screening" (link below).
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In this episode, we talk about Spelljammer and Planescape with Joshua of Dungeon Tape. We also pontificate on how we would incorporate Spelljammer and Planescape in our own games; we may have added how we would do this with our favorite Dungeon Tape. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Joshua below:
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In this episode, we talk about the intricacies of Rules as Written vs. Rules of Cool (Homebrew rules) for Dungeons & Dragons. If you enjoyed this episode and would like more of it, subscribe to the podcast and check us out on social media:
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In this episode, Jo and I sat down and spoke about how he began crafting for table-top games such as D&D. We spoke about his particular "10x10" challenges and what made him start these challenges in the first place. If you enjoyed this episode and want to support him, be sure to check out the link below:
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Everyone makes mistakes, but it's how we plan on rectifying them that matters the most. In today's episode, I give steps on how to deal with the effects of said mistake and how to rectify it in the future. I used my own experience to showcase and take y'all through the motions of said experience. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for more episode and thank you for your support. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sat down with my long-time friend and DM. We discussed D&D 5th Edition and the various alternate settings and their benefits to adding them to your gaming group. Be sure to check out the live-play podcast at the link below:
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In this episode, we discuss the nature of Political Intrigue in a TTRPG-setting. From there, we break down four points that you can take and apply in your campaign. Keep Gaming!
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Had a lovely conversation with Dungeon Tape regarding keeping the momentum going as a Dungeon Master. We spoke about a couple of tips and tricks that can be implemented in any game and reflect on what is needed to do so. Be sure to check out Dungeon Tape and purchase some easy-to-make terrain for yourself. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sit down with Ray aka GOT_DM and we talk about when it's appropriate for DMs to intervene in their games. Be sure to show your support of this channel by checking out Roaming Player Gear and using the discount code "ROAMING20" for 20% off your purchase. If enjoyed this content, please subscribe to the podcast and check out our other content below. Keep Gaming!
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This episode is all about what you need to have organized before running an online game of D&D. This can also be applied to any other table-top game that you're going to run online. Thank you again for listening, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and check out the links below:
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In this episode, we talk about simple ways to reignite your imagination in a practical and effective manner. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and check out our sponsors...Roaming Player Gear! They have great TTRPG products at an amazing value. Use "ROAMING20" for 20% off your total purchase. Keep Gaming!
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In today's episode, we sat down with Charles of Aloha Dungeon Crawl and talked loosely about Consequences in D&D. Charles is a professional Dungeon Master/Game Master and terrain builder living in the Great State of Texas. He has over 20 years of gaming experience and has a unique set of skills at the gaming table. Be sure to follow him on Instagram (link below) and check out our sponsor, Roaming Player Gear down below. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we sat down with the founder of Dungeon Tape. We spoke about the table-top gaming industry, his start in the hobby, and how he came up with the idea of "Dungeon Tape": a quick an affordable resource to create terrain. Be sure to follow him on Instagram and to check out his website; links below. Keep Gaming!
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This episode focuses on what is included in the D&D Player's Handbook and what areas to focus on during Character creation. This episode contains general information and what players should expect from reading this manual.
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In this episode, I sat down with Chris of Fabled 42 Network. We spoke about how his love of film, storytelling, and gaming came together to create a gaming community on Twitch. Be sure to check out their website to see their schedule of events and support them on Twitch. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we sit down with Ray of GOT_DM and talk about our mutual love of gaming and what it means to be a "world-builder" . We go into detail on how he began building his home-brew world of "Evermore" and how he and his players continue their adventures that have spanned the last 20 years. He shares with us some of his tips and tools that makes his game unlike any other game that is currently played. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow him on Instagram and support the podcast by picking up one of his awesome gaming accessories at "Roaming Player Gear". Use "ROAMING20" for 20% off; Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sat down with my friends Kasie and Jason who are the hosts of the The CompenDM podcast. We had an amazing time talking about Dungeons & Dragons, gaming, and more! If you enjoyed listening to them, be sure to check the following links below and subscribe to their podcast. Keep Gaming!
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This episode is the final episode in the Curse of Strahd mini-series where I go in-depth on the campaign module itself. In this specific episode, I pick up from last episode and give my final review on the module as a whole. Keep Gaming!
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This episode is part two (2) of a Curse of Strahd mini-series where I go in-depth on the campaign module itself. In this specific episode, I go into some of the chapters of the module itself and share what you as a Dungeon Master and Player need to know. Keep Gaming!
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This episode is part one (1) of a Curse of Strahd mini-series where I go in-depth on the campaign module itself. In this specific episode, I go into detail about the history of Ravenloft and the what a player or DM should expect from the campaign setting. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sat down with Chris who runs a Dungeons & Dragons meme page: DND Dads. We talk about bringing humor into the gaming community and talk about a host of other great topics including charity streams and more. Be sure to follow Chris on Instagram and to check out the link below. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I had the pleasure to speak with Shane from Ancient Lair. We spoke about his views and experiences with official Dungeons & Dragons modules and how you can even incorporate them into your current game. We also had the chance to learn about his current Kickstarter campaign and the idea behind it. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Ancient Lair on Instagram and support the Kickstarter. Keep Gaming!
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In today's episode, I had the honor of sitting with Matt from The Pickled Dragon. We had an amazing time talking about Dungeons & Dragons, Tabletop Gaming, and his latest adventure: The Prisoner of K'ass (which is available now). If you're interested in supporting The Pickled Dragon, be sure to click the link below and follow him on Instagram @ThePickledDragon. Keep Gaming!
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Joana and Rivelle are conducting research on the Dungeons & Dragons and overall Table-Top Gaming Community during their time at NYU. They've compiled a vast amount of data and we sit down and talk about their findings. If you're interested in their research, be sure follow them here:
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In this episode, I talk about the concept of Winning in Dungeons & Dragons and provide some ways in which you can actually win in D&D.
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In this episode, I dive into the concept of a "Low Magic Setting" that you can use in your Table-Top RPG or as a concept in your next novel. I use various examples and show you how to implement one in your own game. Be sure to give us a 5-star review and subscribe. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we dive deep into the minds of my friends and fellow game designers. We talk about their current project "Factions Battleground" and how their own experiences have influenced the game. If you like what they're doing, be sure to follow them on Instagram:
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In this episode, we're heading off to space and talking about the realm of Science Fiction with my friend Scott from "What a Piece of Junk Podcast". He's a friend to the podcast and a previous guest on the show (Ep. 18), but if you don't know him Scott is one of the hosts of "What a Piece of Junk Podcast" hosted on The Fandom Podcast Network. We talk about how impactful the Sci-Fi genre has been for tabletop gamers and which games to play if you're looking to expand your knowledge.
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I sat down with Cameron from the D&D Coalition and we spoke about everything from questionable terrain to the current environment in D&D and what he's been doing to bring content creators together. Be sure to check out what Cameron is doing on Instagram, Facebook, and on Patreon. A lot of great content to help you become a better gamer. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about the Druid class in Dungeons & Dragons. We go deep into how you can view the druid, what I would focus on when creating a druid, and some of the mechanics of the druid. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we're talking about Character Backstories in Table-Top Gaming; especially in D&D. It's always a great to have a an in-depth backstory and in this episode, I give some pointers on how to write a great backstory without "bogging" down the character's future development. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I dive into the Wizard Class in Dungeons & Dragons. As we know, this class has a rich history to it; using the commonly acquired material and some of my own insight, I talk about the class and some tips on how you can build a wizard for your next D&D campaign. Keep Gaming!
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This episode, we're going to talk about the difference and similarities between two of the most popular table-top roleplaying games in the industry. We compare the two games to go over what they have in common and what they areas of style and game play are different. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we explore my favorite class the Paladin. We get into oaths, what they represent, and what you should do if you're looking to play one for the first or hundredth time. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share with you friends. Keep Gaming!
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I had the immense honor to sit down and speak with the CEO/Founder of Dwarven Forge: Stefan Pokorny. We spoke about D&D, modular terrain, Frank Frazetta, and more! To support the Wildlands Kickstarter, be sure to click the link below:
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Ever wonder how to utilize Necromancy in your Dungeons & Dragons or Pathfinder Game? Frustrated with the lack of class representation from a necromancer perspective? Well, in this episode, we tackle at a high level what you can do to incorporate the Necromancer in your world. Be sure to click the link to support the channel!
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In this episode, we continue speaking with Paul of The RPG Empire. Be sure to join his patreon for more content. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I get to sit down with Paul from The RPG Empire to talk about all things gaming. We spoke about table-top games, upcoming projects, and more! Be sure to follow Paul at The RPG Empire; Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about clerics and some of the ways you should start using them in your game. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we were able to sit down with Bryan and get to know his journey of how he became an Inkarnate Pro Content Creator. Be sure to follow him on Instagram for more of his awesome content! Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sat down with Kelsey of The Arcane Library and we spoke about being a D&D and Table-Top Gaming writer and publishing content. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we’re talking curses in D&D and how you can use them in your game. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I talk about the future of streaming, the pros and cons to streaming, and what you should do if you want to stream your content. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about the benefits of each style of leveling and how you can use them in your D&D game. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about all the benefits that can happen when table encourage multi-classing. Keep Gaming!
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In today’s episode, we explore the use, significance, and practicality of magic items in Dungeons & Dragons. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I have an amazing time talking about Star Wars and Storytelling with Scott Baughman. We spoke on a multitude of gaming and storytelling topics alongside had a great time conversing of the fantasy nerdom. Scott is the host of "What a Piece of Junk" on the Fandom Podcast Network with an in-depth knowledge of table-top roleplaying games, fantasy, sci-fi, and more. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I sit down (virtually) with Logan of DM Screening to talk about being a dungeon master and worldbuilder in our current gaming landscape. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about the impact that the pandemic has had with the future of gaming and the nerd genre. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we get to talk with Alan from the RollNat20 Twitch stream. We talk about how we prep for long-term campaigns and what it looks like to build worlds with the players.
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In this episode, we focus on what Metagaming is and how it can be a problem. However, we also talk about two simple solutions that you can implement to stop metagaming in your Dungeons & Dragons game. Keep Gaming!
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In today's episode, we dive into how reading manga, comic books, and graphic novels can improve your table-top role playing experience. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I get to hang out with fellow Game Master and old-school gaming aficionado Arthur from the Riverbreak Twitch stream. He is a wealth of knowledge and we're lucky to spend some time getting to know him a bit more during this interview. Make sure to follow Arthur to see him DM for the Riverbreak Twitch stream. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we talk about what monetization is and glimpse into what that really means for the world of table-top gaming and Dungeons & Dragons. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we get to sit down with the incredible Breanna Flaim to talk all things D&D; including role-play within the game. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I talk about the world of Cosplay and how it’s making an impact in D&D. Keep Gaming!
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In today’s episode, I talk about what is needed to start playing Dungeons & Dragons. Whether you’re just starting or a veteran of the game, this episode gives you the basics of the game. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we explore the benefits of writing backstories for your characters in Dungeons & Dragons and any RPG. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we dive into portals and teleportation magic in Dungeons and Dragons. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I talk about the rising popularity and growth of Dungeons and Dragons and give my own opinion as to why it’s grown from shunned to center-stage. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we explore what characters alignments are and what the buzz is around them. Keep Gaming!
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In today’s episode, we talk about how to play and run table-top games, specifically, Dungeons and Dragons online. Many sessions are played online, but with the impact of the pandemic, plenty of other groups are not going to play the same. This episode talks about how to play and run a successful campaign online. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, we explore how to create guilds and why it makes your campaign exponentially better. Keep Gaming!
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In this episode, I explore Downtime Activities and talk about my personal views on Downtime Activities in Dungeons & Dragons. Keep Gaming!
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