Best Adventures In Design Network Podcasts (2025)

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Intrepid Heroes 174 – The Memorial (Murder in Metal City Session 8)

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Our heroes head to a memorial for these deceased friend, only to be attacked by android terrorists! Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fragloriou…

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Know Direction Beyond 103: Module and Adventure Path Review

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Alex and James give their spoiler-free thoughts on Starfinder 2e’s first published adventures, Murder In Metal City and Guilt of the Grave World. Recorded live on Twitch. Listen Now! (mp3)

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Game Design Unboxed 130: Three Chapters

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In episode 130 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with game designer Joe Hout about his fairytale-themed trick-taking game, 3 Chapters, accessibility in gaming, and his design journey. Joe shares how his path into game design began by tweaking games he loved and then took off after completing a passion-project game he self-published via Kickstarter. W…

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Upshift 56: Questions About Essence20 Core Rulebooks

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Listener @jasonsumma1530 asked what Ryan would change about the Core Rulebooks if Renegade Game Studios released 2.0 versions. This is NOT an announcement that Essence20 2.0 is a thing, just speculation with the benefit of hindsight on the ideal layout of an Essence20 Core Rulebook. Listen Now! (mp3) Video Show Notes This topic was suggested by @ja…

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Digital Divination 150 – The Past and Future of Digital Divination

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John, Jason, and Ron reflect on the past and discuss the future of Digital Divination as we achieve our 150th episode Listen Now! Watch Now!

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Intrepid Heroes 173 – The Casino (Murder in Metal City Session 8)

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Our heroes head to the Magenta Orbital Amusement Platform in search of an old friend. Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fraglorious Rue Dickey –…

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PCR 596: One Who Blazes Trails - Alphabet in Motion, The Lady and the Dale & Stranger Things Season 5 1:24:04

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Andrew Red Rising: https://www.amazon.com/Red-Rising-Deluxe-Slipcase/dp/0593871529/ref=sr_1_2 Dice Advent Calendar: https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Calendar-Vacation-Surprise-Suitable/dp/B0FDFLYDLD/ref=sr_1_2_sspa Joyride, Wheel of Doom Mystery Box: https://www.target.com/p/joyride-sour-strips-surprise-box-candy-3-5oz/-/A-94938813 Plur1bus: https:…

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Game Design Unboxed 129: Gelt Galore

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In this festive episode 129 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with sister duo Anya and Irina Kagan – game designers and the founders of Gifts Galore – about their Hanukkah-themed party game, Gelt Galore. They talk about how magical childhood traditions inspired them as adults to bring new energy to holiday gatherings and how a simple homemade game — …

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Elena DiStefano | Inventing Comfort with the Cozy Clip® 52:52

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In this episode of Fearless Founders, I sit down with Elena DiStefano, the founder and inventor of the Cozy Clip®—a groundbreaking redesign of the classic claw clip created to eliminate pain and prioritize everyday comfort. After years of loving the look of claw clips but experiencing constant discomfort—especially while driving—Elena realized the …

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Upshift 55: What (Little) We Know About Power Rangers

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Ryan doesn’t know Power Rangers. Neither does Charles. But here they are, trying to talk about the Power Rangers RPG. Listen Now! (mp3) Video Show Notes Essential Builds – Dynamo Follow Ryan on Instagram and Bluesky, and check out his Budo-A-Day project. G.I.Joe Headcast: https://www.youtube.com/@G.I.Joe_Headcast The Energon Protocols with Erik Smi…

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Digital Divination 149 – Giving Thanks for Gaming

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John, Jason , and Ron talk about some of the gaming related things they are thankful for. Listen Now! Watch Now!

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Know Direction 308: Monster Core 2

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We love a good monster book here at Know Direction. So much so, we declared November to be Monster Month in honour of the release of Monster Core 2 for Pathfinder 2e. In our first segment this month, Ryan picks and random monster and brainstorms an encounter in real time. In segment 2, he interviews Joshua Birdsong, one of Monster Core 2’s lead des…

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Intrepid Heroes 172 – Split The Party (Murder in Metal City Session 7)

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With so many clues, our heroes decide to split the party! Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fraglorious Rue Dickey – Whose Boughs Are Lit Within…

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PCR 595: Long Tok - Palmetto, Super Yaki & Bluey 1:16:21

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Andrew Zelda movie First Look: https://deadline.com/2025/11/the-legend-of-zelda-movie-photos-production-live-action-1236620401/ Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdL2GorGdKc Wicked, For Good: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19847976/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_wic Disney AI: https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/di…

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Game Design Unboxed 128: Twinkle Twinkle

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In episode 128 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with game designer (publisher, art director, illustrator, and more!) Ammon Anderson about Twinkle, Twinkle, a game born from his lifelong fascination with space. We discuss the origin of the game’s gorgeous translucent acrylic tiles, its “out of this world” space themes and expansions, and the new scor…

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Upshift 54: G.I. JOE Rangers

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As requested by fan and friend (frand?) David, Ryan and Charles look at the Ranger. They discuss the military and G.I. JOE origins of rangers, how they were brought into Essence20, and how Ryan solved the Ranger’s Aquaman Problem. Listen Now! (mp3) Video Show Notes Essential Builds – Analog (Original Transformers PC) Next Essential Build: A Running…

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TZL - Leadership and Optimism in Uncertain Times: Mark Zweig’s Bold Moves for AEC Growth 45:14

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“ If you're going to be an entrepreneur and you're going to accomplish anything and you're going to grow your business in spite of a lot of negative things happening, you've got to be positive. So it's absolutely essential.” Mark Zweig Episode Summary: In this episode of The Zweig Letter Podcast, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Mark Zweig for a c…

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Digital Divination 148 – Crafting 1st Level Adventures for Starfinder 2

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John, Jason , and Ron talk about crafting Starfinder 2 adventures and some of the challenges when writing for 1st level characters. Listen Now! Watch Now!

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Intrepid Heroes 171 – The Coppers (Murder in Metal City Session 6)

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Surrounded by coppers, our heroes have a difficult decision to make. Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fraglorious Rue Dickey – Whose Boughs Are…

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Know Direction Beyond 102: Alien Core Review

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They’ve covered Players and GMs, now Alex and James look at the real stars of Starfinder: SF2 Alien Core. Recorded live on Twitch. Listen Now! (mp3)

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PCR 594 - Synonymous - Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein & Ready Player One Book to Film Review 1:19:08

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Andrew Arrested Development: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0367279/ Thursday Murder Club: https://www.amazon.com/Thursday-Murder-Club-Novel-Mystery/dp/1984880985 Harry Potter Books: https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Paperback-Box-Books/dp/0545162076/ref=sr_1_3 Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1312221/ Lauren Weapons:…

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Game Design Unboxed 127: Super Snipers

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In episode 127 of Game Design Unboxed: Inspiration to Publication, we chat with game designer, publisher, and trauma psychotherapist Galen McCown about how getting involved with the Syracuse game design community helped him grow as both a creator and collaborator. We also discuss his love for solo and two-player games, his fascination with post-apo…

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Upshift 53: Spooky Adventures

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Roadblock melting as Shipwreck screams. Young Daniel Witwicky stumping across Optimus Prime’s decaying corpse. The unconscious manifestation of Princess Celestials anxiety. Pumpkin Rapper. Plastic Bags. The Essence20 settings don’t shy away from the weird, so neither do Ryan and Charles. They’re here to help you run spooky Essence20 adventures! Lis…

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Digital Divination 147 – Top Monsters from Alien Core!

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John, Jason , and Ron take a quick look at the newly released Starfinder 2nd Edition Alien Core and talk about their favorite monsters just in time for Halloween! Listen Now! Watch Now!

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Know Direction 307: Pathfinder Questisode

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With Pathfinder Quest on his mind, Ryan ponders some of the many ways a Pathfinder enthusiast can play in Golarion and the Lost Omens campaign setting beyond the Pathfinder roleplaying game. Then he sits down with Pathfinder Quest designers Jason Bulmahn and Joe Pasini to discuss the creation of the game, meeting the needs of gamers, and the future…

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Intrepid Heroes 170 – The Body (Murder in Metal City Session 5)

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As our heroes are deciding what to do next, they are attacked by a group of shadowy assailants. Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fraglorious Ru…

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Ashton Shultz - From CEO Student to Founder: The Story Behind Ashton Jo Marketing 51:08

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In this special episode, the mic flips — and host, Ashton Shultz takes over! 🎙️ Hear the story behind Ashton Jo Marketing, from a high school CEO student with a dream to a full-time entrepreneur leading brands and mentoring the next generation. Ashton shares real, actionable marketing insights, lessons learned from the journey, and how the CEO Prog…

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PCR 593: Damned if You Read - Burger Battle Shake Up, Drawtober & Project Hail Mary 1:03:16

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Andrew Frankenstein: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1312221/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_2_tt_1_nm_5_in_0_q_fra Welcome to Derry: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19244304/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_7_nm_0_in_0_q_welcome Disney Drawtober: https://www.instagram.com/disneydrawtober/ HardHeadedWoman: https://www.instagram.com/hardheadedwoman/ Onward: Lauren Damned if You Do…

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Game Design Unboxed 126: Space Base

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In episode 126 of Game Design Unboxed, we chat with John D. Clair about his journey from gamifying mazes to becoming a full-time tabletop designer. He shares how setting clear goals, focusing only on games he is excited about, and reworking mechanics from games that inspire him shaped his design approach. John shares how he reimagines mechanics fro…

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Upshift 52: Rebuilding the S.H.A.R.C.

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As the designer of the Essence20 version of G.I. JOE’s iconic flying submarine, Ryan takes full responsibility for it being built wrong. He uses this opportunity to show off he Essence20 vehicle design rules and correct his mistake. You can find the revised stat block below! Listen Now! (mp3) Featuring Letter From Snake Eyes part 4, generously prov…

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Digital Divination 146 – Starfinder: Afterlight Media Event News!

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John shares information from Epictellers’ recent Starfinder: Afterlight media event and Jason gives his top recommendations for space fantasy games to play as you wait! Listen Now! Watch Now!

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Architecture With Heart: Carley Chastain on Equity, Community, and Global Inspiration 46:46

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“Vernacular is what you do when you can’t afford to get it wrong.” Carley Chastain Episode Summary: This episode of The Zweig Letter Podcast, hosted by Randy Wilburn and joined by marketing co-host Luke Carothers, traces Carley Chastain's unique path through the architecture profession. Carley, an emerging architectural professional at Marlon Black…

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Intrepid Heroes 169 – The Body (Murder in Metal City Session 4)

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While investigating the murder of Tier 99 Professor, our heroes make a grisly discovery. Join our Intrepid Heroes as they solve the mystery of the Murder in Metal City! Cast: Jason Keeley – GM Alex Speidel – Patsy Van Dyne Isis Wozniakowska – Voss Seltee Jocelyn Hamilton – Together in Electric Dreams (Dreams) John Godek – Xabi Fraglorious Rue Dicke…

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Know Direction Beyond 101: GM Core Review

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Starfinder players aren’t the only ones Paizo treated to a new hardcover 2e sourcebook. Alex and James share their thoughts on the SF2 GM Core. Recorded live on Twitch. Listen Now! (mp3)

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PCR 592: We Know What We're Doing - Dungeon Crawler Drinking Game, Dallas Taylor & Wavelength 1:25:39

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Andrew Halloween Disney Parks Pin: https://www.ebay.com/itm/187549374144 Disney Drawtober 2025: https://www.instagram.com/disneydrawtober/?hl=en Lorcana Minnie: https://www.tcgplayer.com/product/651106/disney-lorcana-fabled-minnie-mouse-sweetheart-princess-iconic Dunkin Donuts Bucket: https://news.dunkindonuts.com/file/summer-beach-munchkins-bucket…

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Ryan returns as host of a new era of the Know Direction podcast. After talking about what’s been going on with the podcast and what to expect from its future, he speaks with Luis Loza about the latest hardcover for the Lost Omens line, Shining Kingdoms. Listen Now! (mp3)